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SOUTHEAST ASIA & JAPAN
Equally enticing as it is exotic, Asia will captivate and enchant you.
Take a deep breath and let your senses run wild.
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A GLIMPSE OF THE SIGNATURE
EXPERIENCES THAT AWAIT
Embark on a full-day trip to the ancient capital
of the Shilla Dynasty, the World Heritage-listed city
of Gyeongju, an open-air museum featuring numerous
excavated monuments, temples, tombs, and pagodas.
Visit one of the three great temples of Korea,
the Haeinsa Temple and learn about ancient Buddhist
traditions that date back to the year 802.
Take a trip through rice fields and local villages
into the highlands of Torajaland where you will spend
a night in a traditional village learning about a way
of life that has remained unchanged for millennia.
Whether you want to discover the hidden isles
of Japan or navigate the sun-soaked waters of
Southeast Asia, a Small Ship Expedition Cruise
guarantees you a delightful ingress into the vibrant
culture of Asia. Visit Japan's most famed garden,
Koraku-en, then arrive in Hiroshima to visit the
compelling Peace Memorial Park. Sail to see South
Korea's Jeju-do, then uncover the secrets of the Shilla
Dynasty in Gyeongju. Explore the East Indies on an
exciting expedition cruise, island hopping through the
Philippines, Indonesia and Malaysian Borneo. Unearth
unique ecosystems at Puerto Princesa, encounter
the formidable Komodo dragon and be intrigued
by a fascinating overnight stay in Torajaland. A small
ship cruise offers the perfect opportunity to discover
Asia's pristine islands and captivating cultures.
