A 25-NIGHT FAR EAST HOLIDAY ON BOARD THE DIAMOND PRINCESS WITH PRINCESS CRUISES

Once-in-a-lifetime 6-night China Tour

Walk The Most Exciting Wall in the World

Terracotta Warriors Museum Tour

Visit The Temple of Heaven and Enjoy Private Tai Chi Lessons

2 Nights Stay in a Luxurious 5* Bangkok Hotel & Memorable Bridge Over The River Kwai Tour

22nd October 2012 Operates in Reverse & Tours Differ Slightly

Following your overnight flight from the UK, your far eastern adventure begins with two luxurious nights in a 5* hotel in atmospheric Bangkok. This "City of Angels" is a bustling place with a maze of extensive waterways and floating markets. In between the office towers and royal palaces are beautiful gardens and boulevards. Bangkok is a city with more than 400 Buddhist temples and the most famous of these is the Temple of the Emerald Buddha, containing a statue carved from a single piece of jade. We have included a visit to the scenic province of Kanchanaburi, revealing its role in the history of the Pacific War. You will then embark the Diamond Princess for an amazing 16 night cruise throughout the exotic orient. Ports of call throughout South Korea, Japan, Singapore, China, Hong Kong and Vietnam follow on your way to Beijing, where you will spend 6 nights in superior hotels immersed in the mesmerising culture of China. You will visit some fascinating historical sites, including the Forbidden City, Tiananmen Square, the Great Wall of China and the world famous Terracotta Warriors museum. Delicious fresh, authentic Chinese cuisine and luxurious accommodation in a four star Beijing hotel is included in this truly is a once in a lifetime adventure.

Bridge Over The River Kwai Included Tour

Kanchanaburi Province, one of the largest and hottest of all Thai provinces, lying to the west of Bangkok and adjacent to Myanmar separated mostly by a mountainous border broken by the Three Pagodas Pass. Kanchanaburi sits on the banks of the Kwae Yai and Kwae Noi rivers, surrounded by limestone outcrops and fields of sugar cane. One less pleasant aspect of its history was the prisoner of war camp during the Second World War, when this area was the site of a railway line intended to stretch throughout British Burma to India. Visit the Jeath war museum, which is housed in the same sort of huts the POW's used and is filled with exhibits telling their story. Visit the War Cemetery as well as the Bridge on the River Kwai, restored after the war and still carries the railway today. Take a ride along a pleasant section of the unpleasantly named Death Railway.

6 Nights China Included Tour

Day 1: Arrive Beijing Cruise Terminal –
fly to Xian
Upon arrival, you will be met by your English speaking guide and transferred to Beijing airport to fly to the former ancient capital of Xian. Upon arrival, you will he transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure.

Day 2: Xian
Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the Terracotta Warriors. The figures were created 2,000 years ago to accompany Qin Shihuang into the afterlife. After lunch at a local farmer’s house, visit a local Chinese herbal market. You will also walk along the Ancient City Wall and stroll through the lively Muslim Quarter, past the Great Mosque to explore the Islamic food markets. In the evening, enjoy a traditional Shui Jiao dumpling meal followed by a performance of Tang Dynasty dancing. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 3: Xian – Beijing
Transfer to the airport to fly to Beijing and transfer to hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (Breakfast)

Day 4: Beijing
Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City, which is the largest and best preserved collection of ancient buildings in China from the Ming and Qing Dynasties and houses over 8,000 rooms. After lunch, tour the exquisite Summer Palace. In the evening, enjoy the local delicacy, Peking Duck. (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

Day 5: Beijing
Today you will walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance and admire the panoramic views. The Great Wall is China’s most iconic attraction, which stretches over 4,000 miles from the Shanhaiguan Pass on the east coast to the Gobi Desert in the west. You will also visit the underground Ming Tombs and the Sacred Way.
(Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 6: Beijing
Begin today with a visit to Lama Temple, the most colourful and renowned Buddhist Temple in China (outside of Tibet). You will also visit the 15th century Temple of Heaven and enjoy a private lesson with a Tai Chi master. (Breakfast, Lunch)

Day 7: Depart Beijing
Transfer to Beijing airport for international flight. (Breakfast)


Find out more about Princess Cruises and Diamond Princess

	INSIDE	OCEAN VIEW	BALCONY	SUITE
02 Oct 2012	£2,899	£3,299	SOLD OUT	SOLD OUT
22 Oct 2012	£2,999	£3,299	£3,899	£4,399
03 Nov 2012	£2,899	£3,299	£3,799	£4,799
25 Mar 2013	£2,899	£3,399	£3,899	£4,799
14 Apr 2013	£2,999	£3,399	£3,999	£4,699

Day1

Fly from the UK to Beijing (overnight and indirect)

Day2

Arrive in Beijing, China and transfer from the airport to a 4* hotel for 3 nights. Afternoon at leisure.

Day3

Sightseeing today includes a stroll through Tiananmen Square, past Chairman Mao’s Mausoleum to the treasure-filled Forbidden City, which is the largest and best preserved collection of ancient buildings in China from the Ming and Qing Dynasties

Day4

Today you will walk on the Great Wall to appreciate 2,000 years of historical significance and admire the panoramic views. The Great Wall is China’s most iconic attraction, which stretches over 4,000 miles

Day5

Fly to the former ancient capital of Xian. Upon arrival, you will be transferred to your hotel for a 2 Night stay 4* Hotel. Enjoy the rest of the day at leisure. (Breakfast included)

Day6

Visit one of the most important archaeological discoveries of the 20th century – the Terracotta Warriors. The figures were created 2,000 years ago to accompany Qin Shihuang into the afterlife, visit the Terracotta Factory.

Day7

Morning flight to Beijing for 1 Night stay 4* hotel, followed by a visit to Yonghe Lamasery, In the northeast corner of the city of Beijing will be an elegant and ancient temple known as the Yonghe Monastery

Day8

Transfer to Beijing port and embark Diamond Princess for 16 nights cruising.

Day10

Busan (South Korea)

Day11

Nagasaki (Japan)

Day13

Shanghai (China)

Day16

Hong Kong (China)

Day18

Nha Trang (Vietnam)

Day19

Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My, Vietnam)

Day21

Singapore

Day24

Arrive in Bangkok and transfer from the port to a 4* hotel for 2 nights.

Day25

Excursion: Bridge over the River Kwai

Day26

Transfer from the hotel to the airport for a flight back to the UK.

* Days not shown are at sea

WHAT'S INCLUDED

• Itinerary may be reversed depending on date selected
• Stunning 6 Night Highlights of China Escorted Tour With Private Transfers
• Highlights to the Great Wall of China and Terracotta Warriors
• Visit The Temple of Heaven and Enjoy Private Tai Chi Lessons
• 2 Nights Stay in a Luxurious 5* Bangkok Hotel & Memorable Bridge Over The River Kwai Tour
• 22nd October 2012 Operates in Reverse & Tours Differ Slightly
• 25th March 2013 itinerary differs slightly and is 1 day longer
• All Overseas Transfers Included
• Movies Under The Stars; Princess Theatre onboard
• Library and card room; duty-free shopping; internet cafe and art gallery onboard
• A diverse selection of daily activities onboard
• All meals onboard - Fantastic dining options: Five main dining rooms, four with anytime dining onboard
• Once-in-a-lifetime 6-night China Tour
• A dazzling selection of evening entertainment and shows onboard
• Sports courts; 9-hole golf putting course and simulator onboard
• Various swimming pools, splash pool and whirlpools onboard
• Access to Lotus Spa and The Sanctuary onboard
• Luxury en-suite accommodation on board with 24-hour room service onboard
• Numerous bars, Nightclub and Casino onboard
• All port, air taxes and current fuel supplements
• Return flights From The UK
• 16 Nights on board the Diamond Princess
• Fantastic dining options: Five main dining rooms, four with anytime dining onboard