£1699pp—Luxury Asia cruise inc Singapore stay

Begin with a city break in Singapore, staying at a hotel 15-minutes' drive from the famous Gardens by the Bay. Next, board an elegant cruise ship for a 12-night voyage around Asia. 

Cruise gratuities of US$16 (£11.78) per guest, per day are payable aboard the ship. However, gratuities are optional and can be removed or adjusted at the Guest Services desk. 

What's included

• Return flights, with 23kg checked baggage
• Two nights in Singapore at Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium, in a Superior Room
• A 12-night Asia cruise aboard Diamond Princess, with an upgrade from an Interior Stateroom to an Oceanview Stateroom
• All meals and drinks on board
• All hotel and port taxes and fees

When
Fly from London Heathrow on 11 January, 2027. 

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Itinerary
Start in Singapore at the 4-star Holiday Inn Singapore Atrium. The hotel is 15 minutes' drive from Singapore's famous Gardens by the Bay. Spend time taking in the city's futuristic architecture and sampling an eclectic mix of cuisines.

You'll then embark on a 12-night cruise aboard Diamond Princess, calling at... 

• Port Klang... travel inland independently to tour Kuala Lumpur (excursions at a supplement), capital of Malaysia. Head up to the Batu Caves to see the rainbow staircase and 140-foot-high golden Hindu statue.
• Langkawi... is an archipelago off the coast of Malaysia, and the cruise port is close to Kuah, the main city. Tour the waterfalls and mangrove forests, or take a boat trip to explore.
• Penang... "delivers old-world Asia in spades," says Lonely Planet, "from trishaws pedalling past watermarked Chinese shophouses to blue joss smoke perfuming the air".
• Phuket... "if there's a more thrilling cocktail of Eastern cultures than in Penang, we've yet to find it", says Lonely Planet. The island was once an important trading post, and its kaleidoscopic culture is rich with Chinese, Indian, and Malay influences.
• Koh Samui... visit the Big Buddha Temple or dive in the crystal-clear waters of the Gulf of Thailand.
• Laem Chabang... this seaport along the Gulf of Siam is the departure point for trips to Bangkok (supplements apply). Spend the day visiting golden temples, floating markets, and exquisite palaces.

Ship details
A "wonderful array of dining, activities, and entertainment choices" (Fodor's) await on board Diamond Princess. You can relax at one of the outdoor pools surrounded by padded loungers. Or, at the Izumi Japanese bath, the largest of its kind at sea.

Dining options include international cuisine in a casual setting at the Horizon Court. Find Italian flavours at Prego Pizzeria, burgers at Trident Grill, or refreshments at La Patisserie. Sabatini's is a fine dining experience, while Kai Sushi serves freshly prepared sashimi. Specialty dining is available for a supplement.

Street performers set the mood in the impressive atrium. The theatre hosts lavish show productions in the evenings. There's an adults-only Sanctuary retreat, a plush spa, and an open-air cinema. The nightclub has panoramic views 15 decks above the sea.

Other options

• Add three nights in Dubai from £349 per person. This includes accommodation at Four Points by Sheraton Downtown Dubai
• Upgrade to Premium Economy flights from £599 per person
• Add a Princess Plus package during the cruise from £600 per person. This includes drinks, Wi-Fi, gratuities, premium desserts, and fitness classes

Transfers & baggage
Add transfers from £90 per person. A checked-baggage allowance of 23kg is included.