Cruise Plus & Silversea Cruises 2024

Vietnam, 2019, by Steve McCurry

REGIONAL HIGHLIGHTS

PRE/POST CRUISE LAND ADVENTURES & SHORE EXPERIENCES

KOBE BEEF LUNCH & SAKE BREWERY | Selected Shore Excursion

•Enjoy a selection of in-depth explorations of South East Asia onboard Silver Whisper , and opt for a combination cruise to explore the region even more •Explore Japan during the famous cherry blossom season, or in the autumn to witness its magnificent fall foliage • Immerse yourself in the flavours and culinary traditions of your destinations onboard Silver Moon, Silver Dawn and Silver Nova , with activities from our renowned S.A.L.T. programme •Enjoy longer stays in Asia’s iconic cities, including Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, Tokyo and Hong Kong •Tour South-East Asia with our in-depth explorations as you travel to off-the-beaten path destinations onboard Silver Whisper , or opt to visit the region’s most iconic cities onboard Silver Nova

You’ll visit the Nada District, Japan’s top sake-producing region, along with one of the world’s most well-known sake museums. Here, you’ll get a feel for how this splendid beverage is made, with a tasting and tour of the production facility included. Afterwards, enjoy a lunch at a local restaurant featuring world-famous Kobe beef.

THE ANCIENT CAPITAL: KYOTO | 2 nights Pre-cruise Land Programme

Travel back in time and experience the ancient capital of Japan, Kyoto, as you enjoy a traditional tea ceremony, evening Geisha performance and rickshaw ride down the narrow streets of Higashiyama. Enjoy a day of sightseeing with stops at the Kinkakuji Temple and Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine, famous for its thousands of vermilion torii gates.

SEBA, SAVU | Included Expedition Activity

Ikat-clad tribesmen and a traditional “Pe Oke” dance performed with horses welcome you to the island. You’ll visit Namata’s local markets and traditional ancestral houses made out of megalithic stone, before moving on to Bo’odo for three local Savunese performances, including the romantic dance, rice dance and harvest dance.

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