Uniworld launches 2014 Asia brochure

Experience China, Vietnam and Cambodia by land and luxury river cruise

 

Uniworld Boutique River Cruise Collection has released its 2014 Asia Boutique River Cruise and Tour brochure showcasing 11 to 18 day itineraries throughout China, Vietnam and Cambodia. Additionally, it introduces the 12-day Treasures of China & the Yangtze cruise/tour providing travellers with a new luxury option to discover the glories of China's history and culture.

 

John Molinaro, General Manager of Australia, said: "We're delighted to have our new brochure on the shelves.  Our itineraries include a combination of land touring and cruising the Yangtze and Mekong Rivers. Onboard the Century Paragon and Century Legend guests stay in Uniworld Signature Suites with private balconies. On land they'll enjoy five-star hotels such as the Sofitel and Ritz Carlton in Beijing, the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai and the Intercontinental Hanoi and Park Hyatt Saigon.

"As with our European cruises, the culinary experience is key and the combination of cruising and city touring means we can incorporate special regionally-themed meals from a dim sum lunch in Shanghai, traditional dumpling and Tang Dynasty dinner in Xi'an, family-hosted lunch in a Beijing hutong and of course Beijing's signature Peking duck. In Cambodia a real highlight is the Apsara dance show accompanied by a traditional Cambodian meal.

 

"The Mekong and Yangtze are the lifeblood of these regions and our shore excursions provide guests an opportunity to see what life is like along the rivers. During the Mekong River cruise, guests can take a sampan among traditional floating markets to a village and fish farm while shore excursions along the Yangtze River include a smaller riverboat cruise to the exceptionally beautiful Lesser Gorges and visit to the landmark Shibao Pagoda. Of course there is also plenty of time just to relax on the sun deck and just watch as the scenery floats by" said Mr Molinaro.

 

River Orchid

• Guests on Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong will navigate the Mekong on the French colonial River Orchid. With accommodation for 58 guests, the intimate ship provides an up close view of life along the river. Staterooms are designed with French doors that open to a shared promenade. Public areas include a panoramic restaurant, lecture and movie room, sun deck with full-service bar, and spa for massage treatments.

 

Pay in Full and Early Bird Savings

• Uniworld is currently offering Pay in Full savings of up to $1200 per couple on 2014 Asia cruises, valid until 31 October, 2013.
• Early Booking savings of up to $600 per couple are also available to guests who book 2014, simply book and pay a deposit at the time of reservation. Offer valid until 15 January, 2014.

 

Itinerary highlights

• NEW 12-day Treasures of China & the Yangtze – Shanghai to Beijing. Priced from $4290 per person twin share, cruise/tour. Sample China's top sights from Shanghai, Xi'an and Beijing as well as the Yangtze.  Price includes 4-night Yangtze River cruise and 7 nights in centrally located luxury hotels, all transportation throughout the trip, many meals, 10 days of fully escorted excursions with English-speaking local experts, the services of a Uniworld Cruise/Tour Manager and all transfers on arrival and departure days.
• 18-day Grand China & the Yangtze – Beijing to Hong Kong. Priced from $6465 per person twin share, cruise/tour. Discover both old and new China on this comprehensive journey to Beijing, Xi'an, Shanghai, Hong Kong and the Yangtze. Price includes 4-night Yangtze River cruise and 13 nights in centrally located luxury hotels, all transportation throughout the trip, many meals, 16 days of fully escorted excursions with English-speaking local experts, the services of a Uniworld Cruise/Tour Manager and all transfers on arrival and departure days.
• 15-day Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong – Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi. Priced from $5614 per person twin share, cruise/tour. Experience the contrasts of Southeast Asia from the ancient Angkor Wat to the lively cities and floating villages of the Mekong. Price includes 7-night

Mekong River cruise onboard the River Orchid and 7 nights in deluxe hotels, all transportation throughout the trip, many meals, complimentary wine and beer with all dinners throughout the cruise, 12 days of fully escorted excursions with English-speaking local experts, the services of a Uniworld Cruise/Tour Manager and all transfers on arrival and departure days.

 

For more information visit www.uniworldcruises.com.au or call (02) 9028 5199.