11 nights · China · Departs Hong Kong (China) · Visiting Salomague-Ilocos, Manila, Boracay Island Philippines, Busuanga Island Philippines, Puerto Princesa, Kota Kinabalu, Bandar Seri Begawan, Singapore · Aboard Oceania Cruises on the Oceania Riviera
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| Cruise line | Oceania Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Oceania Riviera |
| Duration | 11 nights |
| Port calls | 9 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $4,099 per person |
| Year built | 2012 |
| Guests | 1447 |
| Cabins | 629 |
| Crew | 800 |
| Length | 251 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 20.0 kn |
Hong Kong is best approached from the water, where the Star Ferry crosses Victoria Harbour beneath a skyline of towers. Ride the Peak Tram for sweeping views of the harbour and surrounding islands. In Central, colonial landmarks stand beside glass towers; across the harbour, Kowloon’s markets and temples offer a different pace. Cantonese kitchens range from dim sum teahouses to polished dining rooms. Leave time for the harbour after dark, when the city’s lights come into focus.
Salomague, in Ilocos Sur, opens onto the Philippines’ northwest coast and the heritage-rich landscapes of the Ilocos region. The port is a practical starting point for Vigan, a UNESCO World Heritage city with preserved Spanish colonial architecture. Calle Crisologo’s cobbles and ancestral homes reward an unhurried walk. Nearby coastal villages offer a quieter glimpse of Ilocano life. Make time for both: Vigan’s historic core rewards a walk, while the surrounding countryside is best explored by road.
Manila asks you to look beyond its traffic and modern skyline. Inside Intramuros, Spanish-era walls enclose stone churches, leafy courtyards and Fort Santiago, where Philippine history feels close at hand. Nearby, the National Museum complex displays Filipino art and heritage. Make time for a meal of adobo or fresh seafood, then watch sunset over Manila Bay. This is a port best explored with a clear plan—and room for discovery.
Boracay is small enough to cross in an afternoon, yet its white-sand shoreline invites a slower pace. White Beach runs roughly four kilometres, with three stations and distinct moods. Beyond the beach, take a boat to snorkel, sail at sunset, or seek quieter coves. Arrivals usually come through Caticlan, followed by a short ferry crossing. Choose your hours well: mornings are calm, while evenings bring the island’s beachfront dining to life.
Busuanga, the largest island in the Calamian archipelago, pairs fishing villages with a dramatic limestone coast. Most visitors arrive through Coron town, then cross by boat to Coron Island’s lagoons and sheltered beaches. Nearby waters hold Japanese shipwrecks, drawing divers to bays rich in marine life. On land, hot springs and the Calauit wildlife sanctuary offer a change of pace from island-hopping.
Puerto Princesa is Palawan’s unhurried capital, where a working waterfront and forested hills meet the Sulu Sea. Use the city as a launch point for Honda Bay’s islands. The UNESCO-listed Puerto-Princesa Subterranean River National Park lies near Sabang, reached by road from town. Back in the centre, discover local museums, cafés and seafood restaurants, then stroll the Baywalk beside the water.
Kota Kinabalu, Sabah’s capital on Malaysian Borneo, faces the South China Sea. Begin at the waterfront, then explore the central market or Sabah State Museum. Boats reach Tunku Abdul Rahman Marine Park, where five islands offer swimming and snorkelling just offshore. On Sundays, Gaya Street hosts a popular market, while Mount Kinabalu rises inland, about 90 kilometres away.
Bandar Seri Begawan rewards a measured visit with grand mosques, river life and a remarkably calm pace. From Muara, the cruise port, the city lies about 25 kilometres inland. At Kampong Ayer, homes and mosques stand above the Brunei River, in a water settlement whose history reaches back centuries. On shore, the gold-domed Sultan Omar Ali Saifuddien Mosque anchors the skyline. The Royal Regalia Museum offers a close look at the sultanate’s ceremonial heritage.
Singapore rewards the curious with a rare mix of order, energy and invention. Within a short ride of the waterfront, explore Chinatown’s shophouses, Little India’s temples and Kampong Glam’s Malay heritage. Follow pepper crab and satay aromas into a hawker centre, where local cooks make a persuasive case for lunch. For a quieter hour, Gardens by the Bay pairs dramatic Supertrees with cool conservatories and views across Marina Bay.
Published September 24, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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