Take a flight to Singapore and sail the Malacca Strait in a Balcony Cabin with Cruiseabout’s ‘friend cruises for free’ offer. 

Working out at just $2439 per person, twin share this deal includes SG$400 dining credit per cabin and will save you up to 33% off the cost of self packaging, including the following:

• Return economy class airfare from Sydney to Singapore with Singapore Airlines
• A 24-hour Singapore Hop On, Hop Off bus ticket
• Two nights’ pre-cruise accommodation at Albert Court Village Hotel, Singapore (or similar)
• Five nights' cruising on board Superstar Virgo in a Balcony Cabin
• Two nights’ post-cruise accommodation at Albert Court Village Hotel, Singapore (or similar)
• All main meals and entertainment on board the ship (excluding specialty restaurants)
• Port charges, government fees and air taxes

Boarding in Singapore and returning to the same port after five nights at sea, passengers on board Superstar Virgo will sail up the Malacca Strait to visit the wonderful beaches and colonial villas of Penang, Malaysia. Next stop is the Thai island of Phuket where passengers can disembark to see ancient temples, ride on elephants and sample Thai cuisine before cruising back down to revisit Singapore’s shop-lined streets.

Valid for departure on 15 February, 2013.

Book by 22 July.

About the ship: With a focus on the Asia Pacific region, Star Cruises Superstar Virgo spends its time cruising the Strait of Malacca, the Andaman Sea and the South China Sea. The 4-star liner has an art gallery, video arcade, an outdoor Parthenon-themed swimming pool with four Jacuzzis and a jogging circuit. There is also a show lounge, cocktail lounge, karaoke bar and casino. On-board dining options include an Indian and a Mediterranean buffet, one Japanese and two Chinese restaurants among others.