30 nights · China · Departs Hong Kong (China) · Visiting Kaohsiung, Manila, Busuanga Island Philippines, Puerto Princesa, Sandakan, Kota Kinabalu, Singapore, Phuket, Langkawi Island Malaysia, Penang Island Malaysia, Saigon, Nha Trang, Klang, Malacca · Aboard Silversea Cruises on the Silver Muse
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| Cruise line | Silversea Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Silver Muse |
| Duration | 30 nights |
| Port calls | 15 |
| Departures | 1 sailings |
| From fare | $14,100 per person |
| Year built | 2017 |
| Guests | 734 |
| Cabins | 306 |
| Crew | 408 |
| Length | 213 m |
| Beam | 26 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.
Kaohsiung is Taiwan’s southern gateway, a working harbor city with an easy route to temples, markets, and contemporary art. Ride the light rail to Pier-2 Art Center, where converted warehouses hold galleries, design shops, and cafés beside the water. At Lotus Pond, dragon-and-tiger pagodas frame a vivid lakeside walk; further east, Fo Guang Shan offers a contemplative visit. Return downtown for beef noodles or seafood, then watch the harbor lights from the Love River.
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.
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.
On Sabah’s northeast coast, Sandakan offers a compelling introduction to Malaysian Borneo. Visit Sepilok, where rescued orangutans are rehabilitated, and the nearby Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre. At the Rainforest Discovery Centre, elevated walkways bring you close to the forest canopy. Back in town, explore the central market and waterfront. Sandakan Memorial Park commemorates prisoners of war held here during World War II.
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.
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.
Phuket rewards a little planning: Thailand’s largest island combines lively beaches with a compact, characterful old town. In Phuket Town, pastel Sino-Portuguese shophouses and cafés offer a quieter counterpoint to the resort coast. Visit Wat Chalong, the island’s best-known Buddhist temple, or take a boat into the limestone scenery of Phang Nga Bay. Choose your day carefully: distances are substantial, and traffic can make short journeys slow.
Langkawi makes a rewarding port of call, with beaches, rainforest and striking geology nearby. Its UNESCO Global Geopark is known for ancient rock formations, limestone karsts and mangrove forests. Ride the cable car up Gunung Mat Cincang for views across the archipelago and the Andaman Sea. By boat, explore Kilim Karst Geoforest Park, where tidal waterways thread between cliffs and mangrove roots. Pantai Cenang offers a broad beach and cafés, while duty-free shops provide a convenient final stop.
Penang is Malaysia at its most layered, where Malay, Chinese, Indian and colonial influences meet on a compact island. In George Town, follow UNESCO-listed streets past painted shophouses, temples and historic clan jetties. Order char kway teow or assam laksa; the island’s hawker food is reason enough to linger. When the heat rises, ride the funicular up Penang Hill for cooler air and sweeping views across the strait. Here, the pleasures are close together, yet never feel hurried.
Ho Chi Minh City rewards curious travellers with a vivid collision of old Saigon and modern Vietnam. French-colonial landmarks, busy markets and motorbike-filled streets make the centre a study in contrasts. The War Remnants Museum offers a sobering account of the conflict, while local cafés invite a slower pause. For a deeper look at Vietnam’s wartime history, the Cu Chi tunnels make a memorable excursion beyond the city.
Nha Trang is Vietnam’s celebrated seaside city, set around a sweeping bay of turquoise water and pale sand. Beyond the beach, visit the centuries-old Po Nagar Cham Towers. At Long Son Pagoda, a climb brings broad views across the city. Fresh seafood, lively markets and boat trips to nearby islands make an easy day here. Choose a swim, a bowl of noodle soup, or a quiet hour watching fishing boats cross the bay.
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.
Port Klang is Malaysia’s busiest seaport and the practical gateway to Kuala Lumpur, about 40 kilometres inland. Stay nearby to explore Klang’s royal history and lively Little India. Follow the scent of bak kut teh, the peppery pork-and-herb soup that made the town famous. Or head to Kuala Lumpur for grand mosques, markets and city views; allow extra time for traffic.
Malacca rewards visitors who look beyond the waterfront. Its UNESCO-listed historic centre, beside the Strait of Malacca, preserves traces of Malay, Portuguese, Dutch and British rule. At the Stadthuys and the ruins of A Famosa, centuries of rivalry become tangible. Across the river, Jonker Street’s Peranakan houses, temples and antique shops reveal the city’s trading heritage. Make time for local favourites, from chicken rice balls to Nyonya laksa.
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 August 23, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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