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Head into the Kampong Glam neighbourhood where you'll be shown the art of 'pulling’ tea to make 'teh tarik', a popular breakfast beverage. Strongly brewed black tea is poured back and forth between containers an impressive arm's length apart to cool it, before it is served with condensed milk.
Visit two of Bali's quiet, rural villages that are famous for their arts and crafts. Tohpati is home to the Batik Wand Weaving Centre, where you can watch artisans creating traditional batik cloth while the artisans of Mas Village focus on wood sculpture – you can visit them in their workshops, too.
Consisting of countless, criss-crossing waterways, the lushness and abundance of the Mekong Delta is astounding. Venture out by boat, seeing life on the canals and their banks, visiting the cottage industries that create products from the bounty of produce and soaking up the green beauty of the region.
Southeast Asia is home to many enchantments - majestic temples, picturesque landscapes, bustling cities, rich cultures and colonial heritage – on this tour by land and sea, you'll explore them in abundance.
Arrive in Siem Reap, Cambodia, the gateway to the magnificent temples of Angkor. Transfer to your hotel where the rest of the day is yours to relax or begin exploring before a welcome dinner this evening.
Visit mysterious Beng Mealea, a temple overrun by the jungle before enjoying a cruise on Tonle Sap Lake, visiting the village of Kampong Kleng with its stilt houses and observing the way of life of this lake community. Return to Siem Reap for a traditional Apsara show and a dinner of local dishes.
Journey into the old city of Angkor Thom. At its heart is the enigmatic Bayon, an iconic temple of innumerable sculptural decorations. Admire the Elephant Terrace and Terrace of the Leper King before continuing to the atmospheric Ta Prohm. The rest of the afternoon is dedicated to Angkor Wat, the most magnificent and best preserved of all of Angkor's treasures.
Fly to Saigon in Vietnam, where you'll enjoy lunch and dinner in a local restaurant.
Visit the Cu Chi Tunnels, for an eye-opening tour that centres around the hidden network of Viet Cong tunnels, bunkers and field hospitals used in the Vietnam War. This afternoon, explore Saigon's most iconic landmarks – the traditional Vinh Nghiem Pagoda, the powerful War Remnants Museum and the Independence Palace before admiring the elegant colonial architecture of the Central Post Office and Opera House.
Travel to the Mekong Delta region where you'll board a boat and explore the network of canals and waterways that criss-cross this lush region. Pass riverside communities and locals fishing and trading in small boats, visit cottage industries making coconut candy and pop rice and the workshop of a family who weave with water hyacinth. Lunch at a local house and watch a Bánh xèo (savoury pancake) demonstration.
Fly to Vietnam's charming capital, Hanoi. Tour the city, starting at the ancient citadel to learn about its history, then Cua Bac Church. Stroll past the French colonial villas of Phan Dinh Phung Street and enter the calm of the 11th century Taoist temple Quan Thanh. Walk along the shores of the West Lake to Chau Long Market where you can sample local snack pho cuon, then peer in the windows of the traditional wedding cake shops on Hang Than Street. End at Long Bien Bridge and railway station.
Travel to Halong Bay and board your overnight cruise and set sail into the awe-inspiring beauty of Halong Bay. While onboard, visit caves, try kayaking on the turquoise waters, have a go at squid fishing and get up early for sunrise Tai Chi on deck. Return to Hanoi and attend the Quintessence of Tonkin show, a spectacular open-air performance celebrating the rich history of northern Vietnam.
Explore more of the city, learning about Ho Chi Minh at his grand mausoleum, the One Pillar Pagoda and Presidential Palace gardens. Then wander the serene grounds of the Temple of Literature. This afternoon, visit the Museum of Ethnology, take a cyclo ride through the bustling Old Quarter and see Ngoc Son Temple, sat on Hoan Kiem Lake. End the day with a traditional water puppet show.
Fly to Singapore. The rest of the day is at leisure with dinner this evening at your hotel.
Embark a full day tour of Singapore. Begin in the historic neighbourhoods of Chinatown and Kampong Glam, where you can soak up local culture and learn about the art of 'teh tarik' (tea pulling). Pass Parliament House on the way to Merlion Park, where you'll get excellent views over Marina Bay. Arrive at the Fullerton Hotel via a hidden walkway for a delicious High Tea. Cruise the Singapore River as the sun sets then, post dinner, explore the magnificent Gardens by the Bay and enjoy its iconic light show.
After breakfast transfer to Singapore's cruise terminal to board your cruise. The rest of the day is free to explore the ship's facilities and settle in. Throughout your cruise, when your ship comes into port, there will be a range of excursions available to help you explore each destination. These excursions are at your own expense and are bookable on your cruise reservation.
Use today to explore the amenities and entertainments of the Azamara Pursuit or continue your explorations of Singapore.
Indulge in a spa treatment, lounge around the pool and try out some of the bars and restaurants on this day of sailing.
Arrive on the Indonesian island of Java. The city of Semarang has long been a major port, and you'll find plenty of Dutch colonial architecture if you explore it. It is also the gateway to two of Indonesia's most prolific sites, Borobudur, the world's largest Buddhist temple, and Prambanan, a 9th-century Hindu temple complex.
Your second stop on the island of Java, Surabaya is a vibrant city that blends modern skyscrapers with a Dutch colonial past. Explore the stalls along the narrow lanes of the Arab Quarter, in search of trinkets and souvenirs.
Arrive at your second Indonesian island, Bali, on the northern coast at Celukan Bawang. Set in lush landscapes and close to tranquil beaches, this stop offers either a serene escape or the opportunity to soak up some traditional Balinese culture.
Your final day onboard the Azamara Pursuit, you can spend it relaxing on deck or continue exploring the temples, rice terraces and verdant landscapes of this wonderful island.
Disembark the Azamara Pursuit. You will be met by an English-speaking guide and discover more of Bali! Visit Garuda Wisnu Cultural Park with its sculptures, folklore and performances, a showcase of Bali's culture. Continue to Uluwatu, a sacred sea temple, dramatically perched on a clifftop. As the sun sets, enjoy a kecak fire dance, where a chorus of chanting performers recreate scenes from Hindu epics.
Travel away from the coast to explore Ubud. You'll start in Tohpati Village, known for its batik fabrics and Mas Village, where you'll see skilled artisans crafting jewellery and other ornamental pieces. Gaze over the picturesque landscapes of the Tegalalang Rice Terraces before visiting the playful macaques of the Sacred Monkey Forest and browsing the local handicrafts of Ubud's vibrant market.
Fly to the UK, arriving home the same or the following day.
Places Visited: UK - Siem Reap (3N) - Saigon (3N) - Hanoi (1N) - Halong Bay (1N) - Hanoi (2N) - Singapore (2N) - Cruise (7N) - Bali (2N)
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