Day 1 Arrive in Singapore for a 2 night stay at Shangri-La Hotel, Singapore. Step into the tropical garden luxury of one of the city’s flagship hotels, consistently ranked as one of the best in the world. Ideally located just a short stroll from the shops and restaurants of Orchard Road all of the hotel’s rooms and suites are furnished to the very highest standard making, it the perfect base for a city stay.

Day 2 Today is at leisure for you to enjoy the city, stroll around the shops or perhaps just relax by the hotel’s pool.

Day 3 Embark Silver Shadow at 6pm and enjoy the complimentary Champagne that awaits you in your suite.

Day 4 Today is spent at sea travelling north. Take time to explore the Silver Shadow and enjoy its onboard facilities including personalised butler service, a full spectrum of optional entertainment and the spa.

Day 5 Arrive in Ho Chi Minh City, still affectionately known as Saigon by the locals. Dock here overnight providing the opportunity to explore this captivating city, where French colonial architecture and wide boulevards give way to narrow side streets where local vendors sell freshly baked baguettes.

Day 6 The morning is free to further explore the city, or relax onboard before departing Ho Chi Minh City at 2pm.

Day 7 Arrive in Nha Trang at 8am and spend the morning discovering this bustling town, before continuing your journey at 1pm.

Day 8 Arriving into Hué at 8am and choose to take an optional visit to the amazing old imperial city. Modelled after the Forbidden City of Beijing it offers a fascinating glimpse into the court life of the Nguyen Dynasty. Depart port at 6pm.

Day 9 Halong Bay is one of the most naturally spectacular areas in Asia. Explore this magical setting with a complimentary afternoon cruise on a traditional Vietnamese junk, taking in the awe-inspiring jade karsts rising from the bay. Whilst sipping Champagne learn of the ancient legends inspired by this mystical setting.

Day 10 Continuing on to Hanoi, spend the morning taking in the sights of Vietnam's vibrant capital before your 12am departure.

Day 11 Spend a last full day at sea onboard.

Day 12 Admire the impressive Hong Kong skyline as you arrive into Victoria Harbour at 8am. Overnight at The Langham, Hong Kong, an elegant and grand hotel in the heart of Kowloon’s bustling Tsimshatsui shopping and tourism district.

Day 13 Today is at leisure with a transfer to the airport for your onward or return flight.

Departures

10 March; 4 April; 14 November; 2 December 2012

Accommodation

We have selected pre and post cruise accommodation to complement this Silversea itinerary, however the hotels can be tailored to your taste.

Please call our specialist Private Travel Advisers on 020 7751 0880 for specific cruise details.