Many people know about the attractiveness of the European seas, and transatlantic cruises are a dream. But is it only in these waters that you can have an unforgettable time? No less interesting are cruises in Asia, which not all of our compatriots know about. And, by the way, in vain! Asian waters provide an incredible variety of experiences, and the cost of travel is such that many of our fellow citizens who are seriously interested in tourism and spare no expense can afford it.
Why East?
Sea cruises in Asia attract attention with their amazing features. The impressions from such trips are strong and unusual, and no water trip in Europe will ever give a similar experience. The Asian regions, and especially the southeast of this zone, give guests the opportunity to admire the incredibly bright, unusual nature. Ancient and amazing temples were built here, and modern cities are huge, rich in entertainment. ExactlyAsian beaches are some of the best in the world. By choosing a cruise in this direction, you can not be afraid of shopping opportunities, every day indulge yourself with new dishes of exotic local cuisine. Local palaces are amazing, but the buildings of modern quarters are no less attractive.
Among the features of cruises in Southeast Asia is a premium level of service at a relatively affordable cost. There are travel programs at any time of the year. The choice is unlimited, and such a trip will surely please the traveler - it does not matter what season his vacation fell on. Don't expect the classic beaten paths so characteristic of the Mediterranean. The choice is incredibly huge and it is often difficult for travelers to determine what exactly deserves close attention on their first trip.
Offers for every taste
When planning a trip with a cruise company (Royal Caribbean, Aida and any other), you can choose the trip option that best suits a particular person. There are very short programs - only three nights on the water. There are also very long ones, in which the number of overnight stays on the trip reaches 70.
The impressions that can be obtained over such a long period of time will surely fill the rest of the traveler's life with light, even if there will be no more voyages in the future. However, such long-term programs are created for especially ardent connoisseurs of sea waves. Most are designed for people going on a relatively short vacation, so on a cruisea person spends 14 nights.
What about geography?
When planning your trip, you need to carefully analyze attractive destinations. For example, officially in the geography China, Japan are classified as East Asian areas, but these countries cover cruises presented as trips to the southeast.
Because the number of destinations is extremely large, it is not easy to decide what is the best place to visit on vacation. Many cruise companies (Aida, Royal Carribes, and others) offer their clients local guides to make it easier to choose the desired destination.
Different areas have their own curious features. For example, Singapore is popular. Ships come here as part of cruises, many sailing programs start from Singapore ports. This country is close to the equator, so the climate is temperate, constantly humid. The temperature is around 26 degrees all year round. The weather hardly changes from day to day.
Although it would seem that cruises from Singapore could be daily, in fact, programs with a trip from this area are closed from the second half of June until the end of the first autumn month. During this period, ships on which tourists travel do not enter Singapore for parking. In Singapore, June is the hottest part of the calendar year. The rainy season begins in November and ends by March. If you have booked a cruise that includes a visit to Singapore and the dates are during the rainy season, please bring an umbrella in case the weather changes unexpectedly.
And if Japan?
If you studyoffers of large companies, for example, the MK Cruise House or those mentioned earlier, it can be seen that sea travel programs with calls to Japanese ports are most often offered in the spring. At this time, the weather here is already clear, the air is warmed up to a high temperature level. Virtually no wind.
Besides, it is in spring that sakura blossoms - a symbol of power. March and April are traditionally considered the most successful months for traveling around Japan. It is during these months that cruise ships most often enter the ports of the country. However, if there is no opportunity to go on a trip in the spring, but you really want to sail to Japan, you should take a closer look at the ship schedule: there are ships on which tourists can make a luxurious trip with a call to Japan until the end of November.
Oh, how beautiful
The more Asian countries you want to see, the longer the trip should be. Many experienced travelers advise booking monthly and longer programs from the MK Cruise House. Of course, it will cost more than a short voyage for a week or two, but there will be more impressions. There is no doubt that there are a lot of interesting places in Asia, so the feeling of “empty” days will not appear even with a long journey.
Today there are many programs that involve the entry of the liner in Kuala Lumpur. This city is rightfully considered one of the most beautiful. Most often, ships sail here through the main "sea gates" - Port Klang. Kuala Lumpur attracts with its incredible architecture, an abundance of museums and parks. Here you can look atthe highest covered bridge in the world, thrown between two absolutely identical towers. You can look at an unusual Asian city from a great height if you climb the Menara tower.
Many will surely be interested in the black sandy beach strewn with volcanic sand. On the maps it can be found under the name Pantai-Pasir-Khitam. The beach is broken on the island of Langkawi. Farms for breeding snakes and crocodiles are no less curious. And, of course, after landing here, you need to look at the 91-meter Telaga-Tudzhukh waterfall, the streams of which form seven lakes.
Can I see everything?
Many cruises spanning Malaysia, Singapore include a stopover in Kuala Lumpur for a few days. If you have the opportunity to go on a long trip with a week's stay in this beautiful Malaysian city, do not miss it. During this period, the tourist will surely find time to visit the Butterfly Park. It is located on the island of Penang and impresses with its dimensions. This is a museum without a roof, offering visitors thousands and thousands of butterflies of incredible beauty.
Having made a stop in Kuala Lumpur, you can find time to visit Kek Lok Si. This is the name of the largest temple in the country.
Vietnam
Continuing your cruise, having visited Malaysia, Singapore, you can end up in Vietnam, if, of course, the appropriate travel program is chosen. This country also will not disappoint the guest. In the southern part of the state, Nha Trang is located, the most famous and high-level Vietnamese resort. It spreads along the bay, revered for one of the most incredibleon the planet. Cambodian beaches will make no less impression if the tour program includes a call to the ports of this power. Most often, liners stop at the port of Sihanoukville.
A tourist who chooses an Asian cruise for his vacation can see the incredible beauty of Bangkok. The most curious point of the city is the Royal Palace. Local guides will lead the sea traveler to Wat Ratchanadda. Do not spare time, money for this walk. After all, the temple is considered to be incredibly beautiful. It is dedicated to the Buddha and captivates with its beauty, while striking in size. No less attractive is the pagoda of the Temple of Dawn, raised into the sky to a height of 80 meters.
If the liner stops in Hong Kong, then the tourist will be able to look at the 34-meter sitting Buddha raised into the sky - this is the largest bronze statue dedicated to a deity on our entire planet. Here you can ride on the longest escalator. Be sure to set aside time to conquer Victoria Peak, the highest point in the city.
So many possibilities
By booking an Asia cruise on a liner from Singapore, you can get to Osaka. Here guests can enjoy the theme park "Universal Studio". In Seoul, you need to look at the ancient palaces and climb the TV tower, from which you can look at the city, looking at it to the very borders. In Beijing, a traveler who has chosen such a cruise program will surely find time to personally get acquainted with the Forbidden City, and in Shanghai he will look with his own eyes, feel with his own feet theconsidered a symbol of the city. Buildings lined along the shore make an amazing impression - there are representatives of a variety of styles, incredibly combined with each other.
Choosing an Asia cruise on a liner from Phuket, you can opt for a program that involves a long stopover in Singapore. This means that the traveler will be able to go to a theme park, visit the largest oceanarium on the planet, see with his own eyes the incredible futuristic gardens, the area of which is as much as 101 hectares. The city has a huge zoo, recognized as one of the best on the planet. The final moment of acquaintance can be a visit to the Ferris wheel, the height of which is as much as 165 meters.
Is that all?
If only! When choosing among Asian cruises from Bangkok, it is worth taking a closer look at the programs that offer guests to get off on the shores of Brunei. No less impressive will be the opportunity to briefly go down from the ship in Indonesia or visit the Philippines. Some programs include visits to the island of Java, others invite clients to visit Komodo. Here, tourists will have an amazing opportunity to observe the grandiose local monitor lizards. But if the choice fell on a cruise that involves calling at the port of Bali, then there will be an opportunity to make an excursion to the plantation of the most expensive coffee.
About cities
There are several main ports from which cruise ships most often depart. There are quite a few cruises from Singapore. In addition to it, among the main portsinclude Shanghai, Hong Kong and the Tokyo suburb of Yokohama. Many people think that it is easier and more convenient to sail from Singapore. But the port of Tokyo, which accepts cruise passenger liners, is about 100 km away from the nearest international airport, so this location is considered rather unfavorable. It is easier for an international traveler to get to the ports of Shanghai, Hong Kong. There are direct flights to Shanghai from our capital.
About prices
Although average cruise prices are quite high in any region of the world, a trip to Asian waters will cost a tourist less than many other destinations. It is in this part of the planet that companies often organize promotions and discounts, so you can buy a tour at a very competitive price. Companies serving these waters mainly belong to the premium class, which means that you don’t have to worry about the level of service, the price will be 100% justified. Many firms practice the inclusion of tips, alcoholic beverages in the basic cost. This is how Aida cruise prices are formed.
The average price, including tea, alcohol, is 800 euros (about 60,000 rubles) and more for one trip. For one night, the cost is about 57 euros (4200 rubles). This is the approximate price level for the winter months (with accommodation in the inner cabin). 800 euros - the minimum price for a two-week trip. There are also more expensive offers.
Should I go?
As can be inferred from the reviews, Asia cruises leave travelers with indelibleimpression. This is not surprising. After all, the eastern part of our planet is an incredible combination of contrasts, endless expanses, rich nature and the most populous cities. The wonders and beauties of the local regions have been known to many since childhood from illustrated books and educational programs. Of course, a trip here turns out to be a real portal to another world.
The best impressions, of course, remain with tourists who responsibly chose the route and successfully chose the right starting port (for example, a cruise from Singapore). In addition, it is important to evaluate the offers of different companies in order to choose the option that justifies its price. However, as can be seen from the responses, there are practically no dissatisfied. Even sophisticated tourists say that any new sea voyage to Asian areas is a unique experience that has never been equaled.
Additional benefits
An Asia cruise is not only an incredible beauty that awaits a tourist on the shores, but also a luxurious liner, which is served at the highest level. Today there are several operators with their own vessels. Mostly in the Asian region, new ships equipped with the latest technology are used. You won't have to miss them. Even if a short cruise of a couple of nights is planned, the guest will surely be satisfied with the accommodation and recreational opportunities on the ship, where life is in full swing around the clock.
Choosing an Asian cruise on a modern vessel, you can count on impeccable service. This means that the cabins are always cleaned, the common areas are maintained inimmaculate condition. The restaurants (and there are several of them on the ship) serve familiar European citizens and exotic local dishes.
Usually there are several cafes on the liner, so everyone will find impeccable quality dishes to their taste. The Asian region is known for its quirky cuisine, and the ship's chefs allow guests to sample the delicacies without wasting time on shore.
Should I swim for a while?
Short cruises in Asia are attractive to those who have small time periods for relaxation. There are programs for several days - no more than five. During this time, the guest of the liner can buy everything they want in the duty-free on board the ship, try the unique wine offered by the company to the guests, and also enjoy the sea voyage directly - safe, but impressive, even if it is not the first time. The most modern ships are completely safe, so you can not be afraid of anything and just enjoy a well-deserved rest. Short-term programs usually involve visiting remote beaches for a good rest with access to all the benefits of civilization.
About routes
Popular Asia cruise starts from Shanghai. At the current exchange rate, the cost of such a trip, lasting 15 days, starts from 100 thousand rubles. The ship departs from Shanghai, in addition to China, it captures Japanese lands and South Korean territories. The liner will land in Qingdao and Tianjin, from there go to a South Korean port near the capital, from which it will sail towards the islandJeju. The next stop is the Japanese Fukuoka, from where the ship will depart for Nagasaki. From this Japanese port, the liner will return to the starting point - to Shanghai.
Another popular travel option with the same duration and similar cost involves first visiting Busan in South Korea, from where the ship will sail to Fukuoka, then land in Okinawa. The next stop on the route is Ishigaki. From there the ship will go to Hualien. The cruise includes a visit to Taiwan, the Philippines, so stops will be made in Keelung, Kaohsiung, Manila. From there, the liner will return to Chinese lands, making the final stop in Hong Kong.
There is a variant of the program starting in Hong Kong. The cruise will last 15 days and will cost the client at least 100 thousand rubles. It will cover not only Chinese, but also Japanese waters. The ship will make a stop in Shanghai, from there it will go to Qingdao and Tianjin. Next stop in Japan, at the port of Nagasaki. From there, the liner will head to Kagoshima, from there - to the port closest to the capital in Yokohama.
Start from Yokohama
There are interesting sea travel programs starting from Yokohama, Japan. For example, you can go on a 15-day voyage that will cover Taiwan and South Korean waters. First, the ship will go towards Kobe, from where it follows to Okinawa, then it will land in Ishigaki. The next point of the trip is Hualien. From there, the liner sails to Keelung, then moves to Jeju and returns to the country of departure again, making successive stops in Nagasaki, Kagoshima and Yokohama. Pricesuch a trip - at least 150 thousand rubles.
There is a slightly cheaper program that is shorter by a day. She also takes a start from Yokohama, from where the liner departs for Shimizu, stops in Osaka and Busan, then in the nearest Seoul suburb of Incheon. The next point of the trip is Chinese Tianjin. From there, the ship leaves for Qingdao and lands in Shanghai. The cost of such a cruise will be from 112 thousand or more.
Long and tasteful
Among other cruises there is an attractive long journey - almost a month. It starts from China and covers nine Asian powers. The journey starts from the Shanghai port. The liner goes first to the southern Korean city of Busan, from where it heads to Japan, making a stop in Nagasaki, Naha, Ishigaki. From there, the ship sails to Keelung, then on to Kaohsiung.
The next stop awaits the guests of the liner in Manila, from where the group sails to Hong Kong. Travelers will then see Halong Bay and be able to disembark at Da Nang. The journey continues in Nha Trang, Ho Chi Minh City.
The ship will land in Tianjin, then Laem Chabang. The next stop is Koh Samui. The journey ends with a final stop in Singapore. Such a magnificent cruise will cost the traveler no less than two hundred thousand rubles, but is guaranteed to leave a sea of indelible impressions.
And if you save money?
There are options for cruise programs, participation in which will cost the guest only 88 thousand rubles or more. For such moneyyou can rent a place on a cruise ship, making a trip lasting 15 days. The ship starts from Singapore and visits Koh Samui, from there it goes to Laem Chabang. The next port on the liner's route is Sihanoukville. From there, the ship sails to Ho Chi Minh City, then allows guests to disembark at Nha Trang, Da Nang. The next point of the program is Halong Bay, from where the ship is heading to the final point of the program - Hong Kong.
For a slightly smaller amount (about 82.5 thousand) you can first visit Hong Kong, from there sail to Xiamen, disembark in Shanghai and visit Naha.
The ship then sails to Ishigaki, stops at Keelung, and lets guests disembark in Kaohsiung. The penultimate port is Manila. From there, the ship heads to Hong Kong, where the journey ends. It lasts 15 days.
