Princess 2020-2021 Asia Brochure
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asia2020-2021 BEST ASIA ITINERARIES* illuminating asia Let Princess® whisk you to storied ports of call, stunning cities and timeless villages on a voyage in Asia, featuring Hong Kong, Singapore, Japan, Korea, Vietnam and beyond. Each destination tells its own story through celebrated landmarks, humming markets, culinary secrets and, of course, the locals who have passed down their traditions for generations. When you sail with Princess your visions of Asia will be brought to life, ensuring that you come back new.® WHAT’S INSIDE Explore the Region ...............2 extra savings for our valued past guests asia limited- Port Spotlights .................4 LIMITED-TIME OFFER! • An extra savings Call your travel time offer Top UNESCO Sites ...............8 Book any of these of up to $200 advisor or contact 50% off fares for third- Southeast Asia Cruises ...........10 per person† Princess for details vacations to enjoy and fourth-berth guests in at 1.800.PRINCESS Other Asia Cruises ..............14 Princess Cruises • Enjoy a 2-for-1 a stateroom on select Captain’s CircleSM (800.774.6237) Spring Flower Cruises ............15 deposit (10% of sailings when booked by Launch Savings Summer Festival Cruises .........17 cruise fare) August 31, 2019! †Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle Launch Savings of up to $200 per person discount is Northern Japan Cruises ..........19 applicable in all categories and combinable only with Launch Fares and Group Fares. 50% off third- and fourth-berth Specific discount amounts vary by itinerary and cruise length. Regional and other rates on applicable Southeast Asia Sea of Japan Cruises ........... 20 past guest promotions or “new booking only” promotions are not combinable with the sailings and other Exotic sailings Central and Southern discount. Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle Launch Savings is not applicable to third- (A034A-A110D, 5020A-5022 and and fourth-berth guests. Reduced deposit offer is 10% per person and does not apply to S111-S112A). Call 1.800.774.6237 Japan Cruises ..................21 third- and fourth-berth guests. Reduced deposit is not combinable with other reduced for details. Offer expires August deposit offers. Call 1.800.774.6237 for details. Offer expires August 31, 2019, for 31, 2019 for applicable Fall 2020 Cruisetours ....................22 Diamond Princess® 2020 sailings and November 30, 2019, for Fall 2020 and Spring to Spring 2021 sailings. The Princess Experience ........ 25 2021 sailings. Staterooms ...................28 * Best Asia Itineraries by Porthole Magazine. The contents of this brochure are accurate as of the date of printing and are subject to change. Please refer to princess.com for the Our Asia Fleet .................29 most up-to-date information. 4 unlock the wonders port spotlights A global leader in cruising Asia, Princess® takes you from UNESCO World Heritage Sites to glittering modern marvels. See the shrines and temples in contemporary Tokyo. Fall in love with Bangkok’s floating markets, and learn how a confluence of cultures has 2 shaped Kuala Lumpur. explore the region 15 celebrating asia There is no better way to japan cruises connect with local life than to experience an authentic celebration in Asia. Sail during Japan’s enchanting cherry blossom festivals and view 10 amazing clouds of pastels. Enjoy fireworks as they light southeast up the sky during hanabi in asia cruises the summer. rest, relax, 25 more ashore indulge, rejuvenate the Princess Our itineraries are crafted to As adventurous as your days on experience give you more opportunities land may be, you’ll feel right at to experience the history, home on your ship. Dining choices culture and flavors of the satisfy every palate, reflecting region. With port calls that local flavors and international are either LATE NIGHT (departing cuisines. Spa time is always a 9 p.m. or later) or OVERNIGHT, temptation, and you’ll be dazzled you can see the sights during by top-tier live entertainment the day and experience the night after night. nightlife in the evening. SHARE YOUR STORY #comebacknew Connect with Princess and fellow Share stories of your Princess guests via Facebook, YouTube, adventures, watch videos Instagram, Twitter and Pinterest. and much more. COVER: Gardens by the Bay, Singapore. OPPOSITE PAGE: Tokyo, Japan. THIS PAGE, IMAGES LEFT TO RIGHT, TOP TO BOTTOM: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia; Hong Kong fireworks; Floating markets, Bangkok, Thailand; Osaka Castle, Osaka, Japan; Izumi Japanese Bath, Diamond Princess.® 1 asia explore the region Taipei Home to one of the world’s tallest skyscrapers, Taipei is also bursting with historic charm with its revered temples and a vast collection of ancient Chinese art and artifacts. Beijing (Tianjin) Hong Kong Your gateway to Asia is also one of the world’s most exciting cities, where awe- CHINA inspiring skyscrapers are juxtaposed with ancient temples and night markets. Bangkok Xiamen From the revered Golden Buddha to Halong Bay/ colorful floating markets, Thailand’s Hong Kong Hanoi capital on the Chao Phraya river is (Cai Lan) brimming with treasures. Da Nang/Hue (Chan May) Bangkok THAILAND (Laem Chabang) VIETNAM Ko Samui Sihanoukville CAMBODIA Nha Trang Whether you feel your toes sinking Ko Samui into white sands or catch your breath at the Buddha statue looming Phuket Ho Chi Minh City over a temple complex, you’ll find (Phu My) everything on this island is a marvel. Langkawi Kota Kinabalu Indian MALAYSIA Ocean Penang Singapore Kuala Lumpur (Port Kelang) Phuket Sail into the “Pearl of the Andaman Sea,” where a meeting of cultures and natural beauty have enticed travelers to this southern paradise for generations. Bali (Benoa) 2 BOOK NOW! Visit princess.com/asia | Call 1.800.PRINCESS (774-6237) | Contact your travel advisor Asia is meant to be experienced, not just seen. With Princess,® you can get closer to remarkable cities — from Hong Kong to Singapore to Tokyo — and delve deeper into the spellbinding shores throughout Southeast Asia and beyond. Korsakov RUSSIA Tokyo There is always something to discover as ancient shrines coexist Vladivostok JAPAN Otaru with skyscraping towers, tea Muroran Kushiro Hakodate ceremonies meet modern dining, and Aomori historic markets give way to sleek Niigata Akita shopping districts. Dalian Toyama Miyako Kanazawa (Fushiki) Sakata Maizuru Ishinomaki Sakaiminato Seoul Kobe Tsuruga (Incheon) SOUTH KOREA Tokyo (Yokohama) Busan Shimizu Hakata Gamagori Osaka Sasebo Yokkaichi Nagasaki Toba A significant trade and cultural Miyazaki crossroads, Osaka has held on to its Shanghai Kumano traditions — from revered Shinto Wakayama shrines to the 16th-century landmark Osaka of Osaka Castle. Tokushima Taipei Kochi (Keelung) Hiroshima TAIWAN Nha Trang Beppu Fresh breezes blow in from the seas along Ishigaki Kagoshima this beautiful stretch of coastline. Spend the Okinawa day at the beach or explore nearby villages Miyakojima seemingly untouched by time. Pacific Ocean Ho Chi Minh City This vibrant city on the Mekong River blends its ancient traditions and modern sensibilities, while echoes of the Vietnam War still linger in significant sites. Kota Kinabalu One of Malaysia’s fastest growing cities, Kota Kinabalu offers beautiful mountain trails, reefs abundant with marine life and a bustling waterfront esplanade. INDONESIA Penang This strategically important port exudes its rich heritage, with beautifully preserved architecture, ancient temples and natural havens. 3 BEST port spotlights SHORE EXCURSIONS Highlights along your Asia voyage include many of the must-see wonders of the world and pave the way to unexpected discoveries and memorable moments. CRUISE CRITIC EDITORS’ PICKS Singapore Excursion This island city is overflowing with experiences. singapore Savory cuisine from traditional hawker CRAZY RICH SINGAPOREANS stalls is just as beloved as world-renowned See Singapore through the restaurants. Local shoppers gather alongside lens of the hit film Crazy visitors at the high-end shops of Orchard Road. Rich Asians, and learn the And the dazzling skyline delights all who cultural stories behind are lucky enough to land on these shores. its most iconic sites. Bali Excursion The name alone inspires visions of blissful beaches UBUD MONKEY FOREST bali and the colorful artistic heritage of Indonesia. Meet the Balinese long- Discover a world where traditions such as weaving tailed macaques that reside and batik have been passed down for generations within a sanctuary in the and where wildlife abounds in natural habitats. village of Padangtegal. new tour Busan Excursion EXCLUSIVE KOREAN FOOD-MAKING EXPERIENCE South Korea’s second-largest city is your gateway Tap into your inner chef busan to history. Modern structures rise gracefully over with a hands-on lesson sacred Buddhist temples, while tranquil green spaces on how to prepare savory offer a quiet respite from the city’s bustling streets. jeon (Korean pancakes). 4 BOOK NOW! Visit princess.com/asia | Call 1.800.PRINCESS (774-6237) | Contact your travel advisor Shanghai Excursion A legendary city that has long stood at an THE BUND & YU GARDEN shanghai international crossroads, Shanghai is dynamic, Visit one of the most famous exciting and always intriguing. Marvel at over destinations in Shanghai — 120,000 artifacts in the Shanghai Museum or The Bund, which stretches visit the Jade Buddha Temple, which houses one mile along the bank the beautifully embellished “Sitting Buddha.” of the Huangpu River. Bangkok Excursion There’s magic in this city. It’s found in its busy BEST OF BANGKOK bangkok streets where locals drive by on motorbikes and Visit Wat Trimitr and marvel tuk-tuks and in its culinary traditions where you’ll at its massive gold Buddha taste nuanced flavors from street stalls to fine before you enjoy the Grand dining. Beloved Buddhist temples and bustling Palace and behold the markets provide endless opportunities to explore. spectacular Emerald Buddha. Beijing Excursion SUMMER PALACE Stately gardens, walking paths and promenades surround pavilions and The iconic sites in and around Beijing are also temples along a massive beijing its most mysterious, from the immense, 250- lake.