51 Nights World Cruise

Australia's most illustrious city is the country's capital in everything but name. It possesses one of the most beautiful harbour settings in the world, and emanates with a intermingling of history, ruggedness and sophistication.

Australia's most illustrious city is the country's capital in everything but name. It possesses one of the most beautiful harbour settings in the world, and emanates with a intermingling of history, ruggedness and sophistication.

While it is usually a jump-off port for the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns can also become a destination for destination for trekking, discovering secret islands along the reef, exploring the Daintree Rainforest and even gliding through the rainforest canopy. Cairns also is home to the Esplanade, which is a swimming lagoon where you can freely bask under the sun as you enjoy the panoramic views of the Trinity Inlet.

Part of the tropical Queensland, Cooktown is one of the many resort towns in Australia that are friendly to travellers who love to walk and explore the town... and explore they should, with Cooktowns various historic buildings and monuments, visit the Botanic Gardens, have fun with kids at the Musical Playground, or grab some souvenirs at the Croc Shop.

Darwin is Australia's link between South East Asia that also features tours to Kakadu National Park, Litchfield National Park, and Katherine Gorge, which are literally hours away. You can also go fishing for some exotic barramundi.

Steep hillsides and real dragons make you feel like you're in an exotic adventure, as the Komodo Islands welcome you to several opportunities to explore. Pink sand beaches, manta points for diving, the Komodo Island National Park for live komodo dragon viewing, access and trails to hidden waterfalls, and enjoy unique Indonesian cuisine.

From parasailing to fine dining, bar hopping and scuba diving, there's a wealth of activities to do when you touchdown at Bali. Adventure seekers will have their fill here, with Jet Ski rides, sea walking, white water river rafting, fly boarding and more. Once done, you can head inland to dine with your fellow travelers or the locals at some choice shops.

From parasailing to fine dining, bar hopping and scuba diving, there's a wealth of activities to do when you touchdown at Bali. Adventure seekers will have their fill here, with Jet Ski rides, sea walking, white water river rafting, fly boarding and more. Once done, you can head inland to dine with your fellow travelers or the locals at some choice shops.

Explore Bali's natural attractions including the tropical birds and reef fishes at Bali Barat National Park, or the mangrove and monsoon forests of Menjangan Island. It retains much of its Dutch colonial charms, while traditional villages like Munduk in the highlands, Sawan, where traditional gamelan musical instruments are produced, and Simbaran offer insights into the timeless Balinese culture.

Surabaya is a port city on the Indonesian island of Java. A vibrant, sprawling metropolis, it mixes modern skyscrapers with canals and buildings from its Dutch colonial past. It has a thriving Chinatown and an Arab Quarter whose Ampel Mosque dates to the 15th century. The Tugu Pahlawan (Heroes Monument) honors the independence battles waged in Surabaya's streets in 1945.

The ancient beauty of Semarang highlights Indonesia's rich history and tradition. Here, you'll find the Sam Po Kong temple complex for some unique and captivating architecture, including some Old Dutch colonial buildings where the old walled city was located. You'll also find monuments, museums, and other structures of importance as you stroll through the historic city.

Vietnams bustling largest city sets the cultural and economic pace for the country. The former Saigon boasts charming French colonial architecture and wide boulevards, usually thronged and choked with traffic. Taxis are an option for seeing the sprawling city. The War Remnants Museum shows the Vietnam War through Vietnamese eyes. Dont miss the impressive Jade Emperor Pagoda. Go to the frenetic Ben Thanh Market for food, flowers or frogs. Tour through the Mekong Delta, past rice paddies and houseboats.

Vietnams bustling largest city sets the cultural and economic pace for the country. The former Saigon boasts charming French colonial architecture and wide boulevards, usually thronged and choked with traffic. Taxis are an option for seeing the sprawling city. The War Remnants Museum shows the Vietnam War through Vietnamese eyes. Dont miss the impressive Jade Emperor Pagoda. Go to the frenetic Ben Thanh Market for food, flowers or frogs. Tour through the Mekong Delta, past rice paddies and houseboats.

Though newer and more urban than other towns, Cambodia's second city is a relatively undiscovered gem with undeveloped beaches offering only sand, surf and a few seaside eateries. Cows wander the main road and foreign faces still draw curious smiles.

Thailand's largest, most modern and busiest deep-sea shipping port is the nation's pride and its main transportation and export gateway. The famed beach resort of Pattaya is nine miles to the south, while Bangkok is 68 miles north of the port.

Thailand's largest, most modern and busiest deep-sea shipping port is the nation's pride and its main transportation and export gateway. The famed beach resort of Pattaya is nine miles to the south, while Bangkok is 68 miles north of the port.

Ko Samui, Thailand's second largest island, lies in the Gulf of Thailand off the east coast of the Kra Isthmus. It's known for its palm-fringed beaches, coconut groves and dense, mountainous rainforest, plus luxury resorts and posh spas. The landmark 12m-tall golden Big Buddha statue at Wat Phra Yai Temple is located on a tiny island connected to Ko Samui by a causeway.

This small, roughly diamond-shaped island at the end of peninsular Malaysia may be coated in modernity, but underneath lies conservative Confucian values. Chinese, Malay, Indian and Eurasian influences make Singapore a highly tolerant city with a wealth of fascinatingly sundry cultures.

This small, roughly diamond-shaped island at the end of peninsular Malaysia may be coated in modernity, but underneath lies conservative Confucian values. Chinese, Malay, Indian and Eurasian influences make Singapore a highly tolerant city with a wealth of fascinatingly sundry cultures.

This small, roughly diamond-shaped island at the end of peninsular Malaysia may be coated in modernity, but underneath lies conservative Confucian values. Chinese, Malay, Indian and Eurasian influences make Singapore a highly tolerant city with a wealth of fascinatingly sundry cultures.

Kota Kinabalu on the island of Borneo is the bustling gateway to acclaimed Kinabalu National Park. The parks high point is 13,400-foot Mount Kinabula, Malaysias tallest peak, a mecca for climbers. Ninety miles away, thrilling jungle trekking and camping await in the Crocker Range National Park

Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Philippines is gateway to the UNESCO World Heritage listed Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1999 and voted as a New Seven Wonders of Nature in 2012. St. Paul?s Underground River Cave is more than 24 kilometers long, featuring a spectacular limestone karst landscape with an underground river.

More than 7,000 islands make up the Philippines, and Boracay is the most popular spot among them for tropical beachside getaways. Sink your toes into the sugar-white sand at aptly named White Beach, and slurp cold coconut water straight from the fruit under the shade of a palm tree. Cruise to Boracay and hike up Mount Luho, the islands highest point, and spot Philippine eagles above the tree tops. Or spend your day island-hopping and check out the equally stunning beaches just off the shore from Boracay ? see abundant marine life off Crocodile Island, snorkel the clear blue waters off Crystal Cove, or turn up the thrill with cliff-diving off Magic Island.

One of the worlds most populous metro areas, Manila is packed to the brim with historic and cultural heritage. Start your day in Intramuros, the oldest part of the city ? stroll along the 16th-century walls, or take a horse-drawn carriage tour to see the quaint colonial architecture.

A modern city in the south of Taiwan, Kaohsiung shifts from ancient to contemporary culture with ease. Dont miss the breathtaking Fo Guang Shan monastery and its hall of giant Buddhas. Dream Mall, the largest shopping mall in Taiwan, has a Ferris wheel on the roof. Drive to Kenting National Park for beautiful landscapes.

The "Wall Street of Asia" is one of the world's truly great cities. Reunited with China in 1997, it is a fast-paced, scintillating city brimming with Chinese medicine shops, British pubs, dazzling high rises, wooden boats, ancient villages, fish eateries and rugby lawns

The "Wall Street of Asia" is one of the world's truly great cities. Reunited with China in 1997, it is a fast-paced, scintillating city brimming with Chinese medicine shops, British pubs, dazzling high rises, wooden boats, ancient villages, fish eateries and rugby lawns

Before embarking in Keelung, the third-largest port in Taiwan,take a little time to do some sightseeing. This pleasant port city is home to such historical sites like the Sea Gate Barrier Fort and places of worship dedicated to Kuan Yin, the Goddess of Mercy.

Despite its status as Korea's second largest city, Pusan (or Busan) does not neglect the country's obsession with nature. The city's undulating hills result in an unusual mix of forested slopes, rugged beaches, lurching cliffs and hot springs. Pusan's seafood is legendary.

The A-bomb Hypocentre (the exact point where the atomic bomb hit in 1945) brings most people to this pleasant, easy-going city. As a crossroads of cultures, it is imprinted with Chinese temples, Catholic churches and European-style houses, and imported cuisines and festivals flourish.

From a distance, you can tell theres something special about Beppu. Pillars of steam rise from this sun-drenched city, attesting to its countless hot springs ? Beppu generates more spring water than any other city in Japan. Cruise to Beppu to visit one of the many onsen (hot-spring spas) ? there are over 2,000 here. You can also find mud baths at Beppu Onsen Hoyo Land Konya Jigoku and sand baths at Beppu-Kaihama Beach. Or head out of town for a wilder version of hot springs and see the Eight Hells of Beppu: Theyre too hot to bathe in but breathtaking to see. Once youre feeling unwound, channel your inner kid at Takasakiyama Monkey Park, where monkeys run wild at the base of Mount Takasaki.

Perched on a hill sloping down to the sea, Kobe is a maritime gateway to one of Japans most metropolitan cities. Mt. Rokko dominates the skyline ? from the summit, you can glimpse one of the best views in all Japan. Of course, Kobes also famous for breeding Wagyu cows that produce some of the highest-quality beef in the world. The stuff is so delicious that almost every restaurant in the area stocks it. Cruise to Japan and make your visit a full foodie mission and stop off at Osaka to indulge in the local tradition of kuidaore ? "eat until you drop."

Perched on a hill sloping down to the sea, Kobe is a maritime gateway to one of Japans most metropolitan cities. Mt. Rokko dominates the skyline ? from the summit, you can glimpse one of the best views in all Japan. Of course, Kobes also famous for breeding Wagyu cows that produce some of the highest-quality beef in the world. The stuff is so delicious that almost every restaurant in the area stocks it. Cruise to Japan and make your visit a full foodie mission and stop off at Osaka to indulge in the local tradition of kuidaore ? "eat until you drop."

The capital of Aichi Prefecture and the fourth-largest city in Japan, Nagoya is the historical heartland of ancient samurai as well as Japans modern industry. Explore the elegant samurai fortress Nagoya Castle, with cherry blossoms surrounding the castles understated turrets.

Yokohama is easily accessible from Tokyo, but there's enough to see and do here that it's worth more than a day trip. Visit Minato Marai 21, a popular, modern neighborhood with great shopping and tons of restaurant options. TripAdvisor travelers also recommend stopping at Big Wharf (Osanbashi Pier), a uniquely shaped pier with spectacular views.

Yokohama is easily accessible from Tokyo, but there's enough to see and do here that it's worth more than a day trip. Visit Minato Marai 21, a popular, modern neighborhood with great shopping and tons of restaurant options. TripAdvisor travelers also recommend stopping at Big Wharf (Osanbashi Pier), a uniquely shaped pier with spectacular views.