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ANCIENT RUINS

Asia

is a perfect combination of cosmopolitan cityscapes, exotic ecosystems and historical highlights. It offers a blend of urban and rural; cultural significance and modern living. It’s a place entirely of its own but with a great importance to the rest of the world through its heritage and trading.

Once of the regions to discover in Asia is Cambodia, situated in the Southeast region close to Thailand and Vietnam. Here, enjoy unspoilt beaches under tropical climates as well as dense forests and majestic lakes. Legendary temples are found in Siem Reap, some of the largest in the world, as well as remote towns and hidden villages.

With this package, learn of the history of Cambodia with visits to Phnom Penh combined with Angkor Wat. Perfectly paired with an Asia cruise that offers visits to Vietnam, Thailand, and Malaysia, it’s the ultimate exploration.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Discover Siem Reap:

These experiences can be combined with other luxury cruise itineraries, call us to discuss when you would like to travel and our expert cruise concierge will create your Finest Collection package.

Visit Cambodia’s second-largest city and the gateway to the ruins of Angkor at Siem Reap. Here, this vast complex of stone buildings comprises several temples, museums, and religious sites. Situated here is Angkor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world, and Angkor Thom, an inner royal city built at the end of the 12th century.

Learn of Cambodia’s tragic history:

Uncover the devastation brought upon many as a result of the Khmer Rouge regime, where millions of people gravely lost their life to mass genocide. The Killing Fields are a number of sites where these tragedies occurred, which can be visited to learn of the tragic stories but also how the sites commemorate lost ones with museums and memorial parks.

Explore Phnom Kulen:

Kulen Mountain is a range which forms part of Phnom Kulen National Park and stretches 40 kilometres across Cambodia. There is a sacred hilltop site on the range and Phnom Kulen is considered a holy mountain itself, with huge symbolic importance to Cambodia.

ITINERARY

Fly UK (overnight) / Singapore (overnight hotel stay) | Malacca | Phuket Penang | Kuala Lumpur (Port Klang) | Ko Samui | Bangkok (Klong Toey, overnight in port) | Fly to Siem Reap (three-night hotel stay) | Fly to Phnom Penh (two-night hotel stay) / Fly UK (overnight)

INCLUDES

Private door-to-door transfers in the UK

Flights

Private overseas transfers (except Bangkok port to airport)

One-night pre-cruise 5*hotel stay in Singapore

Ten-night ultra-luxury, all-inclusive cruise with one included shore excursion per port, per day

Three-night post-cruise 5* hotel stay in Siem Reap

Full-day private tour of Angkor Wat

Full-day tour of Phnom Kulen

Two-night post-cruise 5* hotel stay in Phnom Penh

Private tour of Tuol Sleng and Choeung Ek Killing Fields

*Excluding Bangkok port to the airport.

Vista Suite

Now £6,779pp

Veranda Suite Now £7,499pp

Silver Suite Now £12,199pp

Indian Ocean Cruise With Magical Seychelles Stay

Silver Spirit | 23 November 2023 | 23 nights

ITINERARY:

Fly UK (overnight) / Dubai (overnight hotel stay) | Abu Dhabi | Doha | Al Manamah | Dammam | Muscat | Mumbai (overnight in port) | Cochin | La Digue | Praslin | Mahe (three-night hotel stay) / Fly UK

The Seychelles are a breath-taking sight for any traveller, a series of 115 islands scattered across the beautiful expanse of the Indian Ocean, blessed with some of the most stunning natural scenery to be found anywhere on the planet.

As well as truly awe-inspiring beaches, white stretches of sand that are scattered upon the shorelines of the islands in abundance, and a lush landscape of palm trees, turquoise lagoons and brightly coloured rock formations, there is also an undersea paradise to be found amongst the islands.

HIGHLIGHTS:

5* luxury hotel stays: There are two hotel stays included in this package, both of which bring a chance to expand your explorations of the destinations. In Dubai, spend a night at the Taj Dubai* – featuring a fusion of Indian heritage with contemporary design and situated near to the iconic Burj Khalifa. Then, in the Seychelles, enjoy a three-night stay at the Kempinski Seychelles* - a spectacular retreat nestled in the foothills of a mountain range.

*Hotels dependent on availability, similar will be provided if unavailable.

FRENCH POLYNESIA AND HAWAII CRUISE WITH SAN FRANCISCO, L.A. & SOUTH PACIFIC STAYS

Regatta | 13 July 2025 | 25 nights

ITINERARY:

Fly UK / Los Angeles (two-night hotel stay) | Fly overnight to Papeete (overnight hotel stay) | Bora Bora (overnight in port) |

Raiatea | Rangiroa | Nuku Hiva | Hilo | Kailua-Kona | Kahului | Nawiliwili | Honolulu (three-night hotel stay) | Fly to San Francisco (two-night hotel stay) / Fly UK (overnight)

The Pacific Ocean is home to a spectrum of colours; lush green vegetation, deep blue sea and tropical sea life ranging from hues of purple to orange to yellow. Inhabiting the largest ocean in the world, the South Pacific is a truly spectacular and luxurious location which will leave you singing all the colours of the rainbow.

The crystalline waters of the South Pacific encircle the shores like sapphire necklaces. A multitude of plant species can be found in the Pacific Ocean, while above the surface, rainforests blanket French Polynesia, with islands covered by tropical forests. There’s also a plethora of wildlife including the purple crowned fruit dove, Denise’s pygmy seahorse, and the hawksbill sea turtle.

With varying hues offering destination highlights, the South Pacific is a kaleidoscopic masterpiece. Explore this beloved destination during a cruise or as part of an extended stay with our Finest Collection packages. Featuring hotels drenched in luxury and land tours to take you closer to the flora and fauna of these islands, speak to our South Pacific experts to create your bespoke getaway.

HIGHLIGHTS:

Luxury hotel stays: Enjoy hotel stays to elongate your journey and explore every inch of the destinations you visit. Starting with a two-night stay in Los Angeles relax from your flight and see the sights of this famous Californian district. Flying on to the South Pacific, Papeete awaits you with its glistening waters and mountainous backdrop. After your cruise, enjoy three nights in Honolulu, with time to explore the Waikiki neighbourhood’s dining, nightlife and shopping, as well as the famed beaches. Your last hotel stay is a two-night stop in San Francisco with bucket-list attractions including the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Flights

• Private overseas transfers in Dubai

• One night pre-cruise 5* stay at the Taj Dubai (or similar)

• 18-night ultra luxury, all-inclusive cruise with one complimentary shore excursion per port, per day

• Three-night post-cruise 5* hotel stay at the Kempinski Seychelles (or similar)

Extended stay in Mahé: Relax and allow the swaying palms to lull you to a sense of serendipity as the waves crash against the shore. The Seychelles is a region of calm collection and peaceful paradise and Mahé epitomises this ethos perfectly. Walk along the white sands of Beau Vallon or explore the forested peaks of Morn Seychellois. Admire Creole architecture and colourful markets in the island’s capital, Victoria.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Direct flights

• Two-night pre-cruise 5* hotel stay in Los Angeles

• One-night pre-cruise 4* hotel stay in Papeete

• 15-night premium-luxury cruise with a choice of either $800

*Hotels dependent on availability, similar will be provided if unavailable.

Free Prestige Drinks Package with your cruise: SixStarCruises offers complimentary drinks to those who book this sailing as an exclusive extra, not available elsewhere. The Prestige Drinks Package is usually $59.95pp per day, but with SixStarCruises, its included for free. Look forward to unlimited premium spirits, Champagne, plus wine and beer wherever you wish from while you’re sailing aboard Regatta.

PRICES FROM: PRICES FROM:

Vista Suite £6,149pp

Classic Veranda Suite £7,499pp

Superior Veranda Suite £7,649pp

FREE to spend on-board or eight FREE shore excursions

• FREE Prestige Drinks Package - EXCLUSIVE toSixStarCruises

• Three-night post-cruise 5* hotel stay in Honolulu

• Two-night post-cruise 5* hotel stay in San Francisco

Veranda Stateroom £8,869pp

Concierge Veranda Stateroom SOLD OUT

Penthouse Suite SOLD OUT

With our you can select alternative hotels and stops along the way if you would like to see somewhere different or in addition. We can tailor make your ideal coastal highway journey with ease.

Pacific Coast Highway Road Trip With Bridge To Mexico Cruise

Exploring America by road is a popular way to experience the sights and surroundings of states. From the cinematic views and Hollywood residents of Los Angeles to the rolling hills and Golden Gate Bridge of San Francisco. Two of North America’s most iconic cities, which can be enjoyed in one ultimate road trip.

Starting in San Francisco, collect your private car and traverse across the western coastline of California.

Passing Monterey and Santa Barbara as you drive the spectacular coastal highway over just a few days. With luxury hotel stays in each stop and tours of unmissable sights such as Alcatraz and whale watching, tick destinations off your bucket list as you delve into the Pacific Coast.

ITINERARY

Fly UK / San Francisco (two-night hotel stay) | Monterey (twonight hotel stay) | Santa Barbara (overnight hotel stay) | Los Angeles (overnight hotel stay) San Diego La Paz | Mazatlan | Manzanillo Puerto Vallarta | Cabo San Lucas | Ensenada | Los Angeles / Fly UK (overnight)

INCLUDES

Flights

Two-night pre-cruise 5* hotel stay in San Francisco

Alcatraz with Muir Woods and Sausalito tour

Four-day premium car hire with collection in San Francisco and drop off in Los Angeles

Two-night pre-cruise 4* hotel stay in Monterey

Half-day whale watching tour from Monterey

One-night pre-cruise 4* hotel stay in Santa Barbara

One-night pre-cruise 5* hotel stay in Los Angeles

Eleven-night premium-luxury cruise with a choice of either $600 FREE to spend, six FREE shore excursions or a FREE Beverage Package

HIGHLIGHTS:

Drive the most scenic road in America:

The Pacific Coastal highway, or Route 1 as it’s also known, is one of America’s most famous drives. Taking you from California’s northern coast in Mendocino County along a 656-mile stretch to Orange County, Los Angeles. It’s the longest road in California and the second-longest in the U.S.

Visit the legendary Alcatraz: San Francisco’s legendary attraction is the former maximum-security prison of Alcatraz, previously one of the world’s most secure facilities for criminals. Found on its own island in the centre of San Francisco Bay, ‘The Rock’ had held captives since the Civil War. After closing in 1963, the island is now open to visit and enjoy tours around the facility.

Spot whales in Monterey Bay:

Observe the local wildlife on a trip out to sea, spotting whales and dolphins which inhabit Monterey Bay. As one of the best places in the region to spot marine life, bring your cameras for brilliant photo opportunities and exciting breaches of surface from some of the world’s most majestic mammals.

Oceanview Stateroom

Veranda Stateroom

Penthouse Suite

These experiences can be combined with other luxury cruise itineraries, call us to discuss when you would like to travel and our expert cruise concierge will create your Finest Collection package.

Now £4,499pp

Now £5,949pp

Now £7,219pp

San Diego

IGUAZU FALLS & CARNIVAL IN RIO VOYAGE

Azamara Quest | 1 February 2024 | 18 nights

SANTIAGO, EASTER ISLAND, PATAGONIA & ARGENTINA

Celebrity Eclipse® | 6 March 2024 | 21 nights

ITINERARY: ITINERARY:

Fly UK (overnight) / Buenos Aires (overnight hotel stay) | Fly to Iguazu Falls (three-night hotel stay) | Fly to Buenos Aires (overnight hotel stay) | Montevideo (overnight in port) | Rio de Janeiro (two nights in port) | Punta del Este | Buenos Aires (overnight in port) / Fly UK (overnight)

With captivating landscapes of the snow-capped Andean peaks and the Iguazu Falls’ rushing waters, as well as a history that is as varied as it is ancient, there’s no wonder South America features on several holiday itineraries. Stretching a massive 17.84 million kilometres, this continent isn’t a place you can see in just one short break. With highlights including the untouched islands of the Galápagos, the remarkable Iguazu Falls, the mysterious Easter Island, and the infectious rhythms of Rio de Janeiro’s carnival, allow us to create a Finest Collection package that encompasses all of your South American dreams.

These experiences can be combined with other luxury cruise itineraries, call us to discuss when you would like to travel and our expert cruise concierge will create your Finest Collection package.

Iguazu Falls

Situated along the border of both Argentina and Brazil, the Iguazu Falls are the largest system of its kind in the world. Divided into the upper and lower regions, the falls are a fantastic sight to behold and many tours feature walking the nature trails surrounding the water as well as exploring the canopy views from above. There are several ways you can choose to experience the falls including a safari boat ride or a helicopter tour to explore the many perspectives of this incredible landmark.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Flights

• Private overseas transfers

• One-night pre-cruise 5* stay at the InterContinental Hotel Buenos Aires (or similar)

• Three-night pre-cruise 5* stay at the Loi Suites Hotel Iguazu (or similar)

• Private tour of the Argentinian side of Iguazu Falls

• One-night pre-cruise 5* hotel stay at the InterContinental Hotel Buenos Aires (or similar)

• 12-night premium-luxury, more-inclusive cruise

HIGHLIGHTS:

Experience Rio Carnival: Celebrated just before the period of Lent, experience the city of Rio de Janeiro come alive with colour and music during four days of parading, dancing, and partying into the early hours. With a two-night port stay here during your cruise, you can fully experience the contagious Rio-rhythms that will have you hip-swaying and toe-tapping as you enjoy streams of jewelled headdresses, grand costumes and impressive floats.

5* luxury hotel stays: Spend extended times in a number of South America cities to enjoy tours and immerse yourself in the culture and local festivities. Your first stay is in Buenos Aires at the InterContinental* – a classic and sophisticated hotel in the centre of this historical city. Next, is a threenight stay at the Loi Suites Hotel Iguazu*, from which you will explore the iconic falls as it’s situated just 15 minutes away. You then return to Buenos Aires once more, revisiting favourite hotspots or discovering new ones during an overnight stay.

*Hotels dependent on availability, similar will be provided if unavailable.

Fly UK (overnight) / Santiago (three-night hotel stay) | Fly to Easter Island (three-night hotel stay) | Fly to Santiago (one-night hotel stay) Sail from Valparaiso Cruise the Chilean Fjords | Cruise the Strait of Magellan | Punta Arenas | Ushuaia | Cruise Cape Horn | Puerto Madyrn | Montevideo | Buenos Aires / Fly UK (overnight)

Easter Island

Famous for its moai dotted around the landscape, Easter Island is a place of historical and cultural significance. Situated in Rapa Nui National Park, it is one of the most remotely inhabited islands in the world. This makes it an incredible destination to visit during a Finest Collection getaway, as you can view the region from both your ship and on foot.

HIGHLIGHTS:

5* luxury hotel stays: Before your sailing you will enjoy a seven-night land tour taking you from Santiago to Easter Island and back again. Starting in Santiago, enjoy a threenight stay at the Hotel Intercontinental* - a luxury property in the cities financial district, conveniently located in Las Condes. Then, fly over to Easter Island to settle into the Taha Tai Hotel* for three nights – a relaxed hotel just 2km from the archaeological site of Ahu Tahai.

*Hotels dependent on availability, similar will be provided if unavailable.

WHAT’S INCLUDED:

• Flights

• Unique escorted seven-night tour including over seven experiences and activities; seven breakfasts; two lunches. and two dinners, plus three hotel stays:

• Three-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Santiago at the Hotel Intercontinental (or similar)

• Full-day sightseeing tour of Santiago and Vina Del Mar excursions

• Three-night pre-cruise hotel stay in Easter Island at the Hotel Taha Tai (or similar)

Exploring Easter Island: Spend time before your sailing exploring the mysterious and fascinating region of Easter Island. This remote volcanic island is Polynesia also known as Rapa Nui is home to nearly 900 moai – monumental statues of carved human figures created during the 13th-16th centuries. With a three-night stay here, enjoy escorted tours to the scenic area of Ahu Akivi where the moai face the ocean and you can watch the sunrise at Ahu Tongariki behind a line of 15 restored moai, plus visits to Hanga Poukura and Puna Pau.

PRICES FROM: PRICES FROM:

Club Oceanview Stateroom £6,069pp

Club Balcony Stateroom £6,399pp

Club Continent Suite £7,469pp

• One-night pre-cruise stay in Santiago at the Hotel Intercontinental (or similar)

• Overseas transfers

• 12-night all-inclusive cruise with tips, Stream Wi-Fi Package, and $1,200 FREE to spend on-board to spend on-board

Sunset Sky Suite £13,159pp

Celebrity Suite £14,399pp

Royal Suite £16,199pp

Sydney

REEF, ROCK AND AUSTRALIA

Exploration Cruise

Seabourn Odyssey | 27 January 2024 | 26 nights

Australia’s

mixture of mountains, deserts, reefs, forests, beaches and multicultural cities are bucket-list worthy destinations for many travellers. With so much to see and do across Australia, allow our Finest Collection packages to select the best tours, hotels and more for the luxury experience of a lifetime across the country.

Popular highlights and attractions include the bustling city of Sydney, home to many worldfamous landmarks including the majestic Sydney Opera House and the impressive Harbour Bridge, as well as the incredible Great Barrier Reef, the world’s largest coral reef located off the coast of colourful Cairns, and the sacred site of Uluru in the centre of Australia.

These experiences can be combined with other luxury cruise itineraries, call us to discuss when you would like to travel and our expert cruise concierge will create your Finest Collection package.

ITINERARY

Twelve Apostles, Great Ocean Road

HIGHLIGHTS:

Kuranda Scenic Railway & Skyrail tour:

This historic attraction takes you across the tops of trees through the World Heritage-protected rainforest and past spectacular waterfalls through its railway tour. Then, experience one of the most beautiful cable car tours through the rainforest, learning of the botanical history and diversity on this 7.5km journey.

Visit the Great Barrier Reef:

Australia’s Great Barrier Reef is a World Heritage site that stretches across 2,000km of coastline. Dive under the surface and discover this wonderfully rich ecosystem – with the world’s greatest concentration of coral and 1,500 species of tropical fish.

See day-to-night experiences by Uluru:

Enjoy nibbles and a glass of wine as the sun sets over the western horizon and the evening sky brings out the many shades of colour for which Uluru is famous. Spot stars as the night sky turns to black before dining on a BBQ dinner. The following morning, return to Uluru for a sunrise experience before hiking through the Walpa Gorge from Kata Tjuta.

Fly UK (over two nights) / Cairns (four-night hotel stay) | Fly to Uluru (two-night hotel stay) | Fly to Sydney (two-night hotel stay) | Canberra (Batemans Bay) | Port Arthur | Hobart | Portland | Penneshaw | Port Lincoln | Adelaide | Phillip Island | Melbourne | Eden | Sydney / Fly UK (overnight)

INCLUDES

Flights

Overseas transfers

Four-night pre-cruise 5* stay at the Shangri-La The Marina Hotel (or similar)

Kuranda Scenic Railway and Skyrail full-day tour

Great Barrier Reef cruise

Two-night pre-cruise 5* stay at Sails in the Desert, Uluru (or similar)

Uluru sunset tour with BBQ dinner under the stars

Uluru sunrise and Kata Tjuta half-day trip

Two-night pre-cruise 5* stay at Sir Stamford at Circular Quay, Sydney (or similar) 15-night ultra-luxury, all-inclusive cruise

Oceanview Suite Now £9,169pp

Veranda Suite Now £9,569pp

Penthouse Suite Now £12,999pp

Phillip Island

With our our cruise concierge are experts on the best ships to visit these regions which maintain eco-conscious practices while keeping a luxury-level experience both ashore and on-board.

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