Asia : Star Clipper: The Far East Southern Route
We’ll take you to a hidden corner of the Orient that adventurous travellers treasure for its unspoiled beaches and dream-like natural beauty
Itinerary
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Day 1 -
Phuket, Thailand
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Phuket, Thailand’s largest island, lies in the Andaman Sea and is joined to the mainland by a causeway. The landscape is one of lush green hills, coconut groves and rubber plantations, with a coastline dotted with a dozen spectacular beaches. Phuket is a holiday paradise with the lively area of Patong providing the up-beat resort life with its many shops, restaurants and bars, leaving the rest of the island to show off her natural beauty and unspoiled culture.
Meals included:
Dinner
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Day 2 -
Butang Group, Thailand
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These islands are close to the Malaysian island of Langkawi and are characterised by towering rock formations and beautiful beaches. Crystal clear seas team with marine life, ideal for snorkelling and diving or simply enjoying a relaxing swim.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 3 -
Penang, Malaysia
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“The Pearl of the Orient” lies off the north-western coast of Malaysia and is linked to the mainland by one of the longest bridges in the world. The capital, Georgetown, bears the stamp of a mixture of foreign influences and boasts a 65 storey skyscraper called the Komtar, a complex of department stores, restaurants, theatres and squash courts. In total contrast, this beautiful island is home to one of the finest Buddhist temples in south-east Asia, Kek Lok Si Temple
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 4 -
Ko Lipe, Thailand
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Lying south of the Butang Group, the island of Ko Lipe offers a beautiful 3/4 mile long white sand beach with a discreet local Thai restaurant, and not so discreet monkeys! The crystal clear waters are a perfect site for snorkelling, diving and watersports. A ten minute walk across the island takes you through luxurious vegetation to the authentic fishing village of Chao Le also situated on a white sand beach with a stunning view of several small rock islands.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 5 -
Ko Khai Nok, Thailand
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Situated off the coast of Phuket, the island of Khai Nok or Ko Khai Nok (Ko means island in Thai) is an idyllic tropical paradise. She offers spectacular views of Phuket’s coastline which can be seen on the horizon and her white sandy beaches are lapped by a crystal clear sea, perfect for watersports and teaming with marine life.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 6 -
Phang Nga/Ko Hong, Thailand
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The sheer-sided sea mountains that rise vertically out of Phang Nga Bay form some of Thailand’s most spectacular scenery. The islands in this region feature wonderful white sandy beaches and superb coral reefs. Ko Hong (“hong meaning room”), part of the Ko Hong archipelago is so named because of its large internal lagoon. One of the prettiest bays in the area, huge monolithic rocks provide shade all day long on a beautiful white silica sand beach.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 7 -
Similan Islands, Thailand
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The Similan Islands, or Nine Islands as they are also known because of their number, nestle in the Andaman Sea to the north of Phuket and are world-renowned among diving enthusiasts for underwater sightseeing. Accessible only by sea, The Similan Islands are stunningly beautiful with scenes straight out of your dreams of a tropical paradise.
Meals included:
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Day 8 -
Phuket, Thailand
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Depart ship for your flight home, or here is a mighty fine idea, why not do a back to back Cruise with the Far East Northern Route
Meals included:
Breakfast
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Prices
| Dates |
Prices from |
| Adult |
22/11/2008
| £1,496 |
20/12/2008
| £1,496 |
03/01/2009
| £1,541 |
17/01/2009
| £1,451 |
31/01/2009
| £1,541 |
14/02/2009
| £1,541 |
28/02/2009
| £1,541 |
21/11/2009
| £1,451 |
02/01/2010
| £1,451 |
16/01/2010
| £1,451 |
30/01/2010
| £1,541 |
13/02/2010
| £1,541 |
27/02/2010
| £1,541 |
| Notes |
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Prices are per person, based on two adults sharing.
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Price based on category 3 Cabin, upgrades available on request
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Third person sharing, rates available on request
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Transfer rates available on request
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| Supplements |
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22/11/2008 - 28/02/2009: Port charges: £105
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22/11/2008 - 28/02/2009: Approx flight price: £881
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01/01/2010 - 30/04/2010: Port charges: £110
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01/01/2010 - 30/04/2010: Approx flight price: £881
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Prices for single travellers:
| Dates |
Prices from |
| Adult |
22/11/2008
| £2,243 |
20/12/2008
| £2,243 |
03/01/2009
| £2,311 |
17/01/2009
| £2,176 |
31/01/2009
| £2,311 |
14/02/2009
| £2,311 |
28/02/2009
| £2,311 |
21/11/2009
| £2,176 |
02/01/2010
| £2,176 |
16/01/2010
| £2,176 |
30/01/2010
| £2,311 |
13/02/2010
| £2,311 |
27/02/2010
| £2,311 |
| Notes |
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Prices are per person.
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Price based on category 3 Cabin, upgrades available on request
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Guaranteed single rates available on request
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Transfer rates available on request
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| Supplements |
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22/11/2008 - 28/02/2009: Port charges: £105
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22/11/2008 - 28/02/2009: Approx flight price: £881
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01/01/2010 - 30/01/2010: Port charges: £110
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01/01/2010 - 30/01/2010: Approx flight price: £881
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What's Included?
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Watersports
All passengers have access to a watersports programme which includes: snorkelling, scuba diving, Sunfish sailing, water-skiing and windsurfing. Please note: all watersports are complimentary except for scuba diving. A certification card is required for scuba diving. A medical consent form is required for passengers wishing to become PADI Resort Certified during the cruise. Introductory Scuba Diving Courses are also available.
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Meals are scheduled as follows:
6.30 to 10.30am Continental style breakfast, coffee, tea, pastries and juices in the Piano Bar.
8.00 to 10.00am Breakfast buffet in the dining room.
12.00 to 2.00pm Lunch buffet on board.
5.00 to 6.00pm Hors d’oeuvres available in the Tropical Bar or Piano Bar
7.30 to 10.00pm Dinner ‘à la carte’ in the Dining Room.
11.30 to 12.30pm Midnight snack.
Sometimes a deck lunch or beach barbecue will also be organised
What's NOT Included?
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International flights, but these can be arranged for you
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Gratuities
The Captain reserves the right to alter the itinerary in order to suit wind and weather conditions.
DOCUMENTARY AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS . A full valid passport is required for all holidays, valid for at least 6 months after the date of return to the UK. The passenger is responsible for ensuring compliance with all necessary visa and other documentary requirements for the entire holiday, and shall have received all medical inoculations necessary
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