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INTRODUCING

ORION IIEXPEDITION VOYAGES TO FASCINATING DESTINATIONS

IN FIVE STAR LUXURY

FLY, CRUISE & STAY HOLIDAYS

thE russian far East

thE inland sEa of japan

bornEo

thailand, Cambodia & viEtnam

junE 2011 – january 2012

To experience each destination in the most authentic, in-depth and meaningful way, is the very essence of a unique travel experience.

A myriad of exciting opportunities await on these remarkable journeys through Russia, Japan, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, the Indonesian archipelago and Borneo.

With thirty two volcanoes stretching across the Bering Sea, the expedition of Russia’s Far East will uncover a fjord land of granite cliffs and active volcanoes created by glaciers thousands of years ago. These Kuril Islands are now a wildlife refuge, enriched by a spectacle of bird and animal life.

Japan’s superb art and culinary treasures integrate the country’s proud ancient culture with its equally proud embrace of the modern. From the cultural melting pot

of Kota Kinabalu and the endangered coral reefs of the Ryukyus to Miyajima, one of the most enchanting places on Earth - this destination will deliver a lifetime of memories.

Whilst exploring Asia’s icons, you will experience both traditional and modern Asia from a different perspective. Feel the energy of ancient empires and sophisticated cultures. Venture into the Mekong Delta and enjoy the famous floating markets of the Mekong, see architecture that reflects the influences of Chinese Dynasties and an intriguing balance of history, culture and relaxation among the finest sublime islands and beaches.

Succumb to the great wonders of Borneo’s marine and Wildlife Mecca. Witness the reforestation projects and rehabilitation of the ex-captive orang-utans, with an insight into the plight and struggle to save one of our closest relatives. From isolated tropical islands to diverse

National Parks, prepare to witness some of Borneo’s undiscovered jewels.

After each exciting day of exploration, relax in your spacious retreat and discover a true sense of extravagance - whilst enjoying ever-changing ocean views, from the comfort of your luxurious suite. Orion II to be released in May 2011, after her recent multi-million dollar refurbishment will showcase exemplary small-ship luxury and excellence of design, creating the perfect expedition vessel.

Choose from our collection of fascinating complete holidays incorporating deluxe hotel accommodation, luxury expedition cruise aboard Orion II, international airfare, extended sightseeing, transfers and taxes - and experience a carefree lifestyle in a world of pleasurable pursuits.

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Voyages in fi ve star luxury

Introducing Orion II 4

Orion II - Luxuries on board 5

Luxury Hotel Accommodation 6

Sightseeing Highlights 7

thE russian far EastNatural Treasures of The Russian Far East Kushiro to Petropavlovsk 15 June 2011 8

inland sEa of japanDiscovery of an Ancient Culture Kobe to Aomori 15 July 2011 9

Discovery of an Ancient Culture Aomori to Kobe 25 July 2011 10

Ryukyu Islands and Sabah Kobe to Kota Kinabalu 4 August 2011 11

bornEoRajahs, Riches, Rainforests & Reefs Kota Kinabalu to Singapore 18 August 2011 12

Rajahs, Riches, Rainforests & Reefs Singapore to Kota Kinabalu 29 August 2011 13

Secrets of Sabah Kota Kinabalu to Tawau 7 September 2011 14

Across the Wallace Line Tawau to Bali 17 September 2011 15

Borneo on the Wild Side Bali to Singapore 28 September 2011 16

Borneo on the Wild Side Bali to Singapore 6 January 2012 16

Borneo on the Wild Side Singapore to Bali 27 December 2011 17

thailand, Cambodia & viEtnam Gulf of Siam Explorer Singapore to Bangkok 8 October 2011 18

Gulf of Siam Explorer Bangkok to Singapore 20 December 2011 19

Thailand, Temples and the Mekong Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City 15 October 2011 20

Thailand, Temples and the Mekong Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok 13 December 2011 21

Vietnam Explorer Ho Chi Minh City to Hai Phong (Hanoi) 25 November 2011 22

Vietnam Explorer Hai Phong (Hanoi) to Ho Chi Minh City 15 November 2011 23

Vietnam Explorer Hai Phong (Hanoi) to Ho Chi Minh City 3 December 2011 23

Orion II - All-suite accommodation 24

Orion II - Five Star Amenities 25

Orion II - Deck plan 26

Booking Terms and Conditions 27

Orion Expedition Cruises will take you on a ‘path less travelled’ aboard its luxurious purpose-built expedition vessel. Orion II is large enough to offer on board luxuries, yet small enough to access remote destinations.

With no expense spared, the quality of fittings and fixtures are nothing short of five-star. Orion II is modern, comfortable, practical and luxurious. From the warm smiles, to the chilled champagne onboard, you’ll begin to appreciate the finest standards in small-ship cruise travel.

A haven of pampered luxury, your ocean view suite is calm and inviting complete with luxury amenities you would only expect to find on larger ships. With thoughtful and unobtrusive service where every request is promptly addressed – you’re sure to feel exceptionally well cared for throughout your voyage.

Technically and aesthetically, Orion II is arguably the most sophisticated vessel in its class. She combines the best and latest in ship design with maritime and environmental technology. The expedition equipment includes Zodiacs and fast tender to deliver the Orion expedition experience.

What is expedition cruising?

Expedition cruising is the relationship between voyage and ports. A taste of exploration and adventure, aboard small expedition ships able to inch closer to those less visited, out-of-the-way ports or scenic wonders.

You will be led by a team of qualified experts well educated in their field who deliver inspiring daily lectures and briefings of historical, cultural and ecological insights into the regions you are about to explore.

Orion II offers a range of included and optional Shoreside Expeditions for travellers who seek the mental stimulation of new experiences, places and discovery - whilst enjoying the comfort of luxurious surroundings.

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world class expeditioO cruise lineINtroducing AustRalia’s

Join your desired voyage to some of the most wonderful but rarely seen places on earth

Enjoy all of thEsE luxuriEs on board orion ii

All-suite accommodation Personalised service All meals on board

Open seating dining in The Restaurant & The Outdoor Café 24-hour room service

Educational programme Shoreside Excursions

Light evening entertainment^ Optional Shoreside expeditions

Zodiac transfers Library with internet access

DVD library 2 Lounges with audio-visual facilities

GymnasiumMarina deck platform

Outdoor Café2 Sun Decks

Sporting equipment Water Sports Jacuzzi Spa

^ Massage and Spa treatments^ Beauty Salon

^ Hair Stylist^ Laundry and Pressing Service

^ Medical Centre Elevator serving decks 2-6

^ Additional charges apply

thE rEstaurant Award winning Sydney chef Serge Dansereau of ‘The Bathers’ Pavilion’ fame has created signature menus, inspired by local culinary traditions featuring produce and flavours reflecting the regions you are visiting.

outdoor Café The Outdoor Café offers al fresco dining for buffet breakfast and lunch. On balmy evenings you may book a table outdoors for dinner enjoying the same menu and service as presented in the restaurant.

loungE After dinner, relax in the Lounge and listen to the resident duo’s selection of music, ideally suited to conversation over a cognac or dancing should the mood take you.

gymnasium With sweeping ocean views, the gymnasium is equipped with a step machine, treadmill, cross trainer, two bicycles, free weights and exercise mats.

jaCuzzi spa In warmer climes you’ll find the Jacuzzi Spa affords a cool dip, doubling as a plunge pool.

library/nautilus Club The library is well-stocked with a wide variety of novels, games and informative books and journals on our destinations. A laptop is available for internet access.

sun dECk Relax in a padded teak steamer chairs beside the Jacuzzi Spa affording you a relaxing spot to read a book or simply doze in the sun.

marina platform You’ll embark the Zodiacs from either the Stern Marina Platform or the Portside Embarkation Platform.

boutiQuE Open daily when the ship is at sea, the Boutique offers a wide range of gifts ranging from signature clothing to the most beautiful pearls in the world from Paspaley.

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bali intErContinEntal bali rEsortEnjoy a journey of unprecedented luxury during your stay at the InterContinental Bali Resort. Set amidst 14 hectares of tropical landscape with an endless stretch of white sandy beachfront - the resort integrates ornamental ponds, a winding lagoon and aesthetic stonework.Designed to blend modern convenience with elements of traditional Balinese architecture, the resort bears resemblance to a nurturing Balinese community, with an ambience making guests feel like they truly belong.The Singaraja luxurious accommodation is highlighted by local artworks, Javanese masks and a contemporary blend of dark timber furnishings with creamy textiles. A spacious spa-styled bathroom includes a separate tub, and shower recess with ample vanity space and adjacent dressing area.

bangkok four sEasons hotEl bangkokTraditional Thai architecture, hand-painted silk ceilings, intricate artwork and an impressively scaled lobby, abound at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok. Set in glorious gardens, the hotel is located close to the shopping heart of Bangkok’s bustling core. Dining is a global adventure from creative Italian cuisine to classic Manhattan-style steaks, innovative Japanese and mouth-watering local dishes in the Spice Market Restaurant. The luxurious Deluxe-View rooms are beautifully appointed with one King or two double beds, a sitting area and a full marble bathroom featuring a deep-soaking tub and separate shower. Enjoy views of the tropical gardens or the private golf course of The Royal Bangkok Sports Club.

hanoi sofitEl lEgEnd mEtropolE hanoiLocated in the heart of Hanoi since 1901, the charming Metropole Hanoi hotel blends the warm Vietnamese hospitality with a European luxury heritage. It was named the first Sofitel Legend Hotel in the World in July 2009. Sofitel have transformed conviviality and comfort into an art form, the hotel’s restaurants and bars provide the perfect setting for relaxing and socializing. Savour the refined French cuisine at Le Beaulieu with the latest in fusion dishes from around the world.The Premium accommodations are equipped with the exquisite softness of Sofitel’s MyBed, wooden floors, contemporary bathroom, flat screen TV with DVD player and broadband internet access.

ho Chi minh City park hyatt saigonLocated at Lam Son Square in the centre of Ho Chi Minh City, the five star luxury Park Hyatt Saigon is host to world-class restaurants and the exclusive Xuan Spa. Providing an unparalleled experience of elegance, guests of Park Hyatt receive highly attentive personal service in an intimate and refined environment. The spacious colonial style Park rooms offer stunning city or pool views and feature wooden floors, King bed or Twin beds with plush pillows and duvets. white marble bath and walk-in rain shower.From the critically acclaimed art program to the signature restaurants featuring award-winning chefs, every detail of your stay is thoughtfully and impeccably executed.

kota kinabalu shangri-la’s rasa ria rEsortShangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort is the premier luxury resort in Kota Kinabalu that offers the best of Sabah in a lush, 400-acre tropical setting beside exquisite Pantai Dalit Beach.The spacious Malaysian-inspired Garden Wing Deluxe Sea View Rooms face the beach across landscaped gardens. Deluxe Sea View rooms have a split-level layout with day bed and your own private balcony. At the beach, enjoy the refreshing beverages and light snacks at the beachside Sampan Bar, followed by an exotic dinner in the resort’s range of enticing restaurants, ranging from popular Malaysian and Asian fare to traditional cooking from Northern India and Goa.

kuala lumpur mandarin oriEntal kuala lumpurThe Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur offers guests the luxury of a superb spa and leisure facilities in the city centre. With our prime location between the flowering gardens of Kuala Lumpur City Centre Park and the soaring heights of the Petronas Twin Towers, the Mandarin Oriental has the most impressive views in the city.Premium City View accommodation contrasted with the tropical gardens of the park located between 9th and 23rd floor, offer views of the Petronas Twin Towers. The superbly appointed rooms offer a luxurious marble bathroom with separate bath and shower, turndown service including complimentary mineral water, 24-hour room service, premium bathrobe and yukata and personalised voicemail.

kyoto thE WEstin miyakoThe Westin Miyako enjoys a soothing setting in a Japanese garden, surrounded by the greenery of Higashiyama. With spectacular views of Kyoto city, The Westin Miyako is a convenient base for sightseeing, including Kawara-machi, Kiya-machi, and Ponto-cho.Stroll through one of the beautiful Japanese gardens, followed by a warm cup of tea at the hotel’s ancient style teahouse. Choose from delicious onsite restaurants for traditional and international fare. Relax in a spacious Deluxe guest room complete with all of the necessary amenities including the signature Heavenly Bed® with an ergonomically designed mattress, soft pillows and linens, to promise a comfortable sleep “as if lying on clouds”.

singaporE fairmont singaporEThe unique culture, traditions and heritage of the extraordinary surroundings have inspired the personality and style of the Fairmont Singapore. Ideally situated at the crossroads of Singapore’s business, cultural, entertainment and shopping districts, the Fairmont Singapore offers a collection of 16 distinctive restaurants and bars. Luxurious and spacious, the Raffles Inc. Deluxe Rooms emanate a sense of sophisticated elegance with a BOSE® entertainment system and Singapore skyline views from a private balcony. Serving as a fitting oasis of calm with bathrooms designed to pamper, including a separate bath and a tropical raindrop shower. Enjoy exclusive access to the Raffles Inc. Executive Club, concierge service and an elegant private lounge that offers complimentary daily breakfast and evening cocktail hour with hors d’oeuvres.

tokyo four sEasons hotEl tokyo at Chinzan-soThe Four Seasons Tokyo is truly an oasis of serenity and residential comfort, situated within acres of Japanese gardens. Relax in a sumptuous blend of spacious and deluxe facilities harmonised with European décor and Japanese art, in a luxurious sanctuary. The Four Seasons’ Superior Rooms offer an expansive view of the Tokyo skyline from the 5th to the 14th floors. The unique design features include a sitting area furnished with a writing desk, easy chair, ottoman, marble side table and credenza. The marble bathroom includes a deep-soaking tub, glass-enclosed shower and mini television.

LuXuRy HotelAccoMmodatioN

Relax in luxurious hotel accommodation

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1. bali: ubud art and Cultural ExpEriEnCEFull Day Tour, inclusive of lunch We begin with a visit to a special Balinese family to see their house, temple and culture. Next, we visit Agung Rai Museum in Ubud. Enjoy a delicious local lunch at the Laka-Leke Restaurant. Continue to visit Ubud monkey forest. Finally we visit Ubud market and palace for colourful and exotic Bali arts & crafts.

2. bangkok: thonburi klong (Canals)/floWEr markEt and grand palaCE

Morning Tour, inclusive of lunchJoin the long-tailed boat for a journey into the canals and river tributaries that traverse the magical city of Bangkok. We pass the Temple of Dawn and rustic homes built on stilts above the water, clustered along the river’s edge. Next we visit the Flower Market and the Grand Palace - a glorious example of Thai architecture through the ages, before we enjoy a delicious Thai lunch at the Supatra River House Restaurant, whilst enjoying spectacular views of the Grand Palace and Wat Arun.

3. hanoi: highlights of hanoiMorning Tour, inclusive of lunchEnjoy a morning orientation of the tree-lined streets of Hanoi, resplendent with French colonial architecture, including the recently restored Opera House. Pass by Hoan Kiem Lake and continue to the Temple of Literature, built in 1070. We then set off on a walking tour of the Ancient Quarter or 36 Streets District, followed by lunch at the Wild Lotus Restaurant.

4. ho Chi minh City: saigon & tunnEls of Cu Chi

Full Day Tour, inclusive of lunchThis morning we visit the Reunification Palace, once known as the Presidential Palace. We stop at the picturesque colonial General Post Office, City Hall, former US Embassy, Ben Thanh Market and Notre Dame Cathedral. Enjoy lunch at the Mandarin Restaurant, before we journey to Cu Chi - the unique vast underground network of tunnels built first as a defence against the French.

5. kota kinabalu: national parkFull Day Tour, inclusive of lunchOur tour begins with a visit to Sabah’s Kinabalu National Park - declared an UNESCO World Heritage site in 2000 and the first in Malaysia. We arrive at Mesilau Nepenthes Trail to view lush vegetation. Next we visit the majestic Mt. Kinabalu, the highest mountain in South East Asia. Enjoy lunch in a local restaurant before returning to your hotel. The rest of the afternoon is at your leisure.

6. kuala lumpur: malaCCa historiCal tourFull Day Tour, inclusive of lunch We start with a visit of Porta de Santiago, the last standing ruin of the old Portugese fortress, built in 1511. Climb St. Paul and visit the ruins of the church. We stop at the Dutch Square with its pink coloured building called Stadhuys and the Baba Nyonyal museum. Take a stroll along the ‘Antique Row’ on Jonker Street followed by an authentic Peranakan lunch, before returning to your hotel late afternoon.

7. kyoto: City highlightsFull day tour, inclusive of lunchEnjoy a grand tour of the Nijo Castle, built in 1603. From here, we visit the Golden Pavilion, the most authentic and exquisite Japanese style garden and the ancient Kyoto Imperial Palace. We then enjoy a buffet lunch and some shopping at the Kyoto Handicraft Centre. After lunch, we visit the brightly coloured Heian Shrine followed by the 13th century Sanju-Sangendo Hall, with our final stop at the Kiyomizu Temple for sweeping views of the entire city.

8. singaporE: City highlightsMorning Tour, inclusive of Dim Sum lunch Explore Singapore’s modern metropolis passing by the Padang, Cricket Club, historic Parliament House, Supreme Court and City Hall. We stop at the Merlion Park for views of Marina Bay. Next is the National Orchid Gardens for a sprawling display of 60,000 orchids. Our final stop is Little India, a colourful district, flowing with the scent of joss sticks, jasmine and spices. Enjoy a traditional Singaporean Dim Sum lunch, before returning to your hotel.

9. tokyo: dynamiC tokyoFull Day Tour, inclusive of lunchWe begin with a visit to the Tokyo Tower for panoramic views from the observatory. Enjoy a traditional tea ceremony at the ‘Happoen’ Japanese Garden, before a barbeque lunch at Chinzan-so Restaurant. We then visit the Imperial Place followed by a boat ride from Tokyo Bay to Asakusa. Next stop is the Asakusa Kannon Temple - a famous landmark in Tokyo. Peruse the Nakamise promenade and the Ginza Shopping district, before returning to your hotel.

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Explore exotic ports of call in enchanting destinations

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Vestnik Bay

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Shumshu IslandAtlasova Island

Skaly Lavushki &Onekotan Island

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15 Jun Fly from Australia to Osaka, Japan. 16 Jun Arrive in Osaka, Japan. Transfer to The Westin Miyako,

Kyoto for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.17 Jun Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Kyoto, Japan.18 Jun Transfer from Kyoto to join your flight from Osaka to

Sapporo. Transfer from your flight to embark Orion II in Otaru, Japan.

19 Jun Korsakov, Japan 20 Jun At Sea 21 Jun Chirpoy Island, Russia 22 Jun Yankicha Island & Matua Island, Russia 23 Jun Skaly Lavushki Island & Onekotan Island, Russia24 Jun Atlasova & Shumshu Island, Russia 25 Jun Vestnik Bay, Russia 26 Jun Zhupanova River, Russia 27 Jun Petropavlovsk, Russia 28 Jun Petropavlovsk, Russia. Disembark Orion II and transfer

to join your flight to Tokyo. Transfer from your flight to the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Chinzan-so for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

29 Jun Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Tokyo, Japan30 Jun Transfer from your hotel to Tokyo airport to join your

flight home to Australia. For more information on your hotels and tours please see pages 6-7.

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONSEconomy Class international airfare from Australia to Osaka with Qantas • 2 night pre-cruise stay at The Westin Miyako, Kyoto including full breakfast daily • Economy Class airfare from Osaka

to Sapporo with Japan Airlines • 10 night cruise from Otaru to Petropavlovsk aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • Economy Class charter flight from Petropavlovsk to Tokyo • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Chinzan-so including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tours of Kyoto and Tokyo including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Tokyo to Australia with Qantas • Group transfers between airport, hotel and ship* • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes

* Transfer from Osaka Airport to The Westin Miyako, Kyoto is operated by ‘Haruka’ express train and then private car service. English speaking guide and porterage at the airport are provided. Transfers in Tokyo are operated by seat in coach service. English speaking assistance and porterage are provided upon arrival at Narita Airport Tokyo.

NaTural Treasures

B - Ocean Suite A - Ocean Suite AA - Ocean Suite JS - Junior Suite DS - Deluxe Suite

BS - Balcony Suite

PHS - Penthouse Suite

TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide and Perth

$13,050 $14,250 $15,040 $15,830 $17,290 $18,790 $20,290

ASK ABOUT THE LATEST AIRFARE SPECIALS AND BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES.Single fares available upon request.

Prices are per person in Australian dollars based on twin share accommodation. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency.Note: Due to flight schedules, departures from some origin cities may require overnight accommodation en route at an additional cost.

of The Russian Far East

Otaru to Petropavlovsk 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 15 June 2011

Kamchatka Peninsula, Russia

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15 Jul Fly from Australia to Osaka, Japan. 16 Jul Arrive in Osaka, Japan. Transfer to The Westin Miyako, Kyoto

for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast. 17 Jul Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Kyoto, Japan. 18 Jul Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Kobe, Japan. 19 Jul Cruise Inland Sea & Uno Ko (Honshu Island), Japan 20 Jul Hiroshima (Honshu Island) & Miyajima Island, Japan 21 Jul Uwajima (Shikoku Island), Cruise Inland Sea & Kanmon

Channel, Japan 22 Jul Nagasaki, Japan 23 Jul Busan, South Korea 24 Jul Sakai Ko, Japan 25 Jul Kanazawa (Honshu Island), Japan 26 Jul Mano (Sado Island) & Cruise Sea of Japan, Japan 27 Jul Cruise Sea of Japan 28 Jul Arrive Aomori, Japan. Disembark Orion II and transfer to join

your flight from Aomori to Tokyo. Transfer from your flight to the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Chinzan-so for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

29 Jul Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Tokyo, Japan. 30 Jul Transfer from your hotel to Tokyo airport to join your

flight home to Australia. For more information on your hotels and tours please see pages 6-7.

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONSEconomy Class international airfare from Australia to Osaka with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at The Westin Miyako, Kyoto including full breakfast daily • 10 night cruise from Kobe to Aomori aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • Economy Class airfare from Aomori to Tokyo with Japan Airlines • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Chinzan-so including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tours of Kyoto and Tokyo including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Tokyo to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Group transfers

between airport, hotel and ship* • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes* Transfer from Osaka Airport to The Westin Miyako, Kyoto is operated by ‘Haruka’ express train and then private car service. English speaking guide and porterage at the airport are provided.

Transfers in Tokyo are operated by seat in coach service. English speaking assistance provided upon arrival at Haneda Airport Tokyo.

Inland seA of japan


BS - Balcony Suite


TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide

$12,320 $13,490 $14,290 $15,080 $16,570 $18,050 $19,540

TWIN SHARE ex Perth add $230 ASK ABOUT THE LATEST AIRFARE SPECIALS AND BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES.Single fares available upon request.

Prices are per person in Australian dollars based on twin share accommodation. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency.Note: Due to flight schedules, departures from some origin cities may require overnight accommodation en route at an additional cost.

Kobe to Aomori 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 15 July 2011

Discovery of an AOcient Culture

Kushiro to Petropavlovsk 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 15 June 2011

Itsukushima Torii, Miyajima Island, Japan

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25 Jul Fly from Australia to Tokyo, Japan. 26 Jul Arrive in Tokyo, Japan. Transfer to the Four Seasons Hotel

Tokyo at Chinzan-so for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

27 Jul Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Tokyo, Japan. 28 Jul Transfer from Tokyo to join your fl ight from Tokyo to

Aomori. Transfer from your fl ight to embark Orion II in Aomori, Japan.

29 Jul Cruise Sea of Japan 30 Jul Mano (Sado Island) & Cruise Sea of Japan 31 Jul Kanazawa (Honshu Island), Japan 01 Aug Sakai Ko, Japan 02 Aug Busan, South Korea 03 Aug Nagasaki, Japan 04 Aug Kanmon Channel, Cruise Inland Sea &

Uwajima (Shikoku Island), Japan 05 Aug Miyajima Island & Hiroshima (Honshu Island), Japan 06 Aug Cruise Inland Sea & Uno Ko (Honshu Island), Japan 07 Aug Arrive Kobe, Japan. Disembark Orion II and transfer

to The Westin Miyako, Kyoto for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

08 Aug Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Kyoto, Japan. 09 Aug Transfer from your hotel to Osaka airport to join your

fl ight home to Australia. For more information on your hotels and tours please see pages 6-7.

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Tokyo with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Tokyo at Chinzan-so including full breakfast daily • Economy Class airfare from Tokyo to Aomori with Japan Airlines • 10 night cruise from Aomori to Kobe aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the The

Westin Miyako, Kyoto including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tours of Tokyo and Kyoto including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Osaka to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Group transfers between airport, hotel and ship* • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes

* Transfers in Tokyo are operated by seat in coach service. English speaking assistance and porterage are provided upon arrival at Narita Airport Tokyo.Transfer from The Westin Miyako, Kyoto to Osaka Airport is operated by private car service and then ‘Haruka’ express train. English speaking guide at the hotel and porterage at the airport are provided.

Single fares available upon request.Prices are per person in Australian dollars based on twin share accommodation. Prices are subject to change due to fl uctuations in charges, taxes and currency.

Note: Due to fl ight schedules, departures from some origin cities may require overnight accommodation en route at an additional cost.

Aomori to Kobe 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 25 July 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$12,180 $13,360 $14,150 $14,940 $16,430 $17,890 $19,390

TWIN SHARE ex Perth add $210 ASK ABOUT THE LATEST AIRFARE SPECIALS AND BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES.

Inland seA of japanDiscovery of an AOcient Culture

Miyajima Island Pagoda, Japan

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04 Aug Fly from Australia to Osaka, Japan. 05 Aug Arrive in Osaka, Japan. Transfer to The Westin Miyako, Kyoto

for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.06 Aug Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour in Kyoto, Japan.07 Aug Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II Kobe, Japan. 08 Aug Miyajima Island & Hiroshima (Honshu Island), Japan 09 Aug Cruise Inland Sea & Shimoneski, Japan 10 Aug Nagasaki, Japan 11 Aug Kagoshima, (Kyushu Island), Japan 12 Aug Ryukyu Islands 13 Aug Naha (Okinawa Island), Japan 14 Aug Iriomote Island & Ishigaki Island, Japan 15 Aug At Sea 16 Aug At Sea 17 Aug Port Sual (Baguio, Luzon Island), Philippines 18 Aug Puerto Galera (Mindoro Island), Philippines 19 Aug At Sea 20 Aug Puerto Princesa (Palawan Island), Philippines 21 Aug Arrive Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia. Disembark Orion II22 Aug Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia.23 Aug Transfer from your hotel to Kota Kinabalu airport to join

your flight home to Australia. For more information on your hotels and tours please see pages 6-7.

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Osaka with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at The Westin Miyako, Kyoto including full breakfast daily • 14 night cruise from Kobe to Kota Kinabalu aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort Kota Kinabalu including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tours of

Kyoto and Kota Kinabalu including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Kota Kinabalu to Australia with Singapore Airlines & SilkAir • Group transfers between airport, hotel and ship* • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes

* Transfer from Osaka Airport to The Westin Miyako, Kyoto is operated by ‘Haruka’ express train and then private car service. English speaking guide and porterage at the airport are provided.

ryukyu Islands


BS - Balcony Suite



$13,990 $15,670 $16,770 $17,870 $19,950 $22,040 $24,120

TWIN SHARE ex Perth add $220 ASK ABOUT THE LATEST AIRFARE SPECIALS AND BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES.

Single fares available upon request.Prices are per person in Australian dollars based on twin share accommodation. Prices are subject to change due to fluctuations in charges, taxes and currency.

Note: Due to flight schedules, departures from some origin cities may require overnight accommodation en route at an additional cost.

Kobe to Kota Kinabalu 18 nights/19 days Departs Australia 4 August 2011

and sabah

Aomori to Kobe 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 25 July 2011

Osaka Castle, Japan

18 Aug Fly from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia.19 Aug Arrive Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia. Transfer to

Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

20 Aug Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia.

21 Aug Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia.

22 Aug Pulau Tiga, Malaysia 23 Aug Pulau Labuan, Malaysia 24 Aug Ulu Temburong National Park, Brunei Darussalam25 Aug Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam 26 Aug Bintulu (Simalajau National Park), Malaysia 27 Aug At Sea 28 Aug Bako National Park & Santubong Peninsula, Malaysia29 Aug Tanjung Datu National Park, Malaysia 30 Aug At Sea 31 Aug Arrive Singapore. Disembark Orion II and transfer to

the Fairmont Hotel Singapore for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

01 Sep Enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Singapore. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

02 Sep Transfer from your hotel to Singapore airport to join your flight home to Australia.

For more information on your hotels and tours please see pages 6-7.

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Kota Kinabalu with Singapore Airlines & SilkAir • 2 night pre-cruise stay at Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort • Kota Kinabalu including full breakfast daily • 10 night cruise from Kota Kinabalu to Singapore aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tour of Kota Kinabalu including lunch • Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore including a Dim Sum lunch • Economy Class international airfare from

Singapore to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Kota Kinabalu to Singapore 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 18 August 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$9,890 $11,080 $11,870 $12,650 $14,140 $15,630 $17,120

TWIN SHARE ex Perth deduct $150 ASK ABOUT THE LATEST AIRFARE SPECIALS AND BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES.

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Kota Kinabalu to Singapore 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 18 August 2011

29 Aug Fly from Australia to Singapore and transfer to the Fairmont Hotel Singapore for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

30 Aug Enjoy a half day sightseeing tour of Singapore. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

31 Aug Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Singapore.01 Sep At Sea02 Sep Tanjung Datu National Park, Malaysia03 Sep At Sea04 Sep Bako National Park & Santubong Peninsula, Malaysia05 Sep Bintulu (Simalajau National Park), Malaysia06 Sep Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam07 Sep Ulu Temburong National Park, Brunei Darussalam08 Sep Pulau Labuan, Malaysia09 Sep Pulau Tiga, Malaysia10 Sep Arrive Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia. Disembark Orion II

and transfer to Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

11 Sep Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Kota Kinabalu.12 Sep Transfer from your hotel to Kota Kinabalu airport to

join your flight home to Australia. For more information on your hotels and tours please see pages 6-7.

HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Singapore with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including full breakfast daily • 10 night cruise from Singapore to Kota Kinabalu aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort • Kota Kinabalu including full breakfast daily • Half

day sightseeing tour of Singapore including a Dim Sum lunch • Full day sightseeing tour of Kota Kinabalu including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Kota Kinabalu to Australia with Singapore Airlines & SilkAir• Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Singapore to Kota Kinabalu 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 29 August 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$9,890 $11,080 $11,870 $12,650 $14,140 $15,630 $17,120


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Beach in Malaysia

SecRets of sAbah

07 Sep Fly from Australia to Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia.08 Sep Arrive Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia. Transfer to

Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort, Kota Kinabalu for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

09 Sep Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia.

10 Sep Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion in Kota Kinabalu (Sabah), Malaysia.

11 Sep Pulau Tiga, Malaysia12 Sep Pulau Mantanani, Malaysia13 Sep Pulau Layang Layang, Malaysia14 Sep At Sea15 Sep Selingan/Langkayan Island, Malaysia16 Sep Sandakan, Malaysia17 Sep Kinabatangan River (overnight land trip to Sukau), Malaysia 18 Sep Kinabatangan River, Malaysia 19 Sep Pulau Sipadan, Mabul & Kapali Islands, Malaysia20 Sep Arrive Tawau, Malaysia. Disembark Orion II and transfer to

join your flight from Tawau to Kuala Lumpur. Transfer from your flight to the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

21 Sep Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour to Malacca, Malaysia22 Sep Transfer from your hotel to Kuala Lumpur airport to


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Kota Kinabalu with Malaysian Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at Shangri-La’s Rasa Ria Resort • Kota Kinabalu: Including full breakfast daily • 10 night cruise from Kota Kinabalu to Tawau aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • Overnight land trip to Sukau, Kinabatangan River, Malaysia • Economy Class airfare from

Tawau to Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian Airlines • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tours of Kota Kinabalu and Malacca including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Kuala Lumpur to Australia with Malaysian Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and

government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Kota Kinabalu to Tawau 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 7 September 2011


BS - Balcony Suite


TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

$9,890 $11,080 $11,870 $12,650 $14,140 $15,630 $17,120


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Green Turtle, Sabah, Malaysia

kinabatangan rivErThe Kinabatangan River is described as Malaysia’s gift to the planet. Sightings of Proboscis monkeys are common among the mangroves, Long-tailed and Pig-tailed Macaques are everywhere, and wild orangutans are often seen nesting in the trees downstream. We will spend two days exploring the river, and overnight in the village of Sukau in the rainforest lodges. Our activities will include morning, afternoon and night-time expeditions through the tributaries and oxbow lakes along the river, plus an opportunity to visit the nearby Gomontang Caves.

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Kota Kinabalu to Tawau 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 7 September 2011

17 Sep Fly from Australia to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.18 Sep Arrive Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Transfer to the Mandarin

Oriental Kuala Lumpur for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

19 Sep Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour to Malacca, Malaysia.20 Sep Transfer to join your fl ight from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau.

Transfer from your fl ight to embark Orion II in Tawau, Malaysia.

21 Sep Derawan, Sangalakki & Maratua Islands, Indonesia22 Sep Derawan, Sangalakki & Maratua Islands, Indonesia23 Sep Kutai National Park, Indonesia24 Sep Samarinda, Indonesia25 Sep Balikpapan (Samboja Lestari), Indonesia26 Sep Palu, Sulawesi (for overnight land trip to Tana Toraja),

Indonesia27 Sep Pare-Pare (Sulawesi), Indonesia28 Sep Makassar (Sulawesi), Indonesia29 Sep At Sea30 Sep Arrive Benoa, Bali. Disembark Orion II and transfer to

the InterContinental Bali Resort for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

01 Oct Enjoy a full day sightseeing tour of Ubud, Bali, Indonesia. 02 Oct Transfer from your hotel to Bali airport to join your


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Kuala Lumpur with Malaysian Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Mandarin Oriental Kuala Lumpur including full breakfast daily • Economy Class airfare from Kuala Lumpur to Tawau with Malaysian Airlines • 10 night cruise from Tawau to Bali aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • Overnight land trip to

Tana Toraja, Sulawesi, Indonesia • 2 night post-cruise stay at the InterContinental Bali Resort including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tours of Malacca and Ubud, Bali including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Bali to Australia with Malaysian Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship •

Hotel and air taxes



Tawau to Bali 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 17 September 2011


BS - Balcony Suite


TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane

$9,890 $11,080 $11,870 $12,650 $14,140 $15,630 $17,120


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Balinesian Temple, Ubud, Bali

palu (ovErnight land trip tana toraja), sulaWEsi, indonEsiaTana Toraja is the undisputed highlight of any journey to Sulawesi. The unique culture, scenic beauty, cool climate and gentle people are the main reason that Toraja is gaining popularity as a tourist destination. The Torajas have a unique culture based on animistic beliefs. Known for their grand burial ceremonies on cliff s or hanging graves, they practice an ancestral cult, even today, where death and afterlife ceremonies are great feasts.


Day 01 Fly from Australia to Bali and transfer to the InterContinental Bali Resort for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

Day 02 Full day sightseeing tour of Ubud, Bali, Indonesia. Day 03 Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in

Benoa, Bali, Indonesia.Day 04 Kangean Island, Indonesia Day 05 At Sea Day 06 Tanjung Puting National Park, Indonesia Day 07 Karimata Island, Indonesia Day 08 Gunung Palung National Park, Indonesia Day 09 Tanjung Datu National Park, Malaysia Day 10 Bako National Park, Malaysia Day 11 Santubong Peninsula, Malaysia Day 12 At Sea Day 13 Arrive Singapore. Disembark Orion II and transfer to the

Fairmont Hotel Singapore for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

Day 14 Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

Day 15 Transfer from your hotel to Singapore airport to join your flight home to Australia.


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Bali with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the InterContinental Bali Resort including full breakfast daily • 10 night cruise from Bali to Singapore aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tour of Ubud, Bali including lunch • Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore including a Dim Sum lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Singapore to Australia with Singapore Airlines •

Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes

Bali to Singapore


BS - Balcony Suite


28 sEp. TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide

$9,930 $11,090 $11,890 $12,690 $14,180 $15,650 $17,150

6 jan. TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide

$10,190 $11,380 $12,170 $12,960 $14,440 $15,930 $17,420

TWIN SHARE ex Perth deduct $170 for 27 September 2011 departure & deduct $250 for 5 January 2012 ASK ABOUT THE LATEST AIRFARE SPECIALS AND BUSINESS CLASS UPGRADES.

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14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 28 September 2011 & 6 January 2012



Sunset over Borneo

27 Dec Fly from Australia to Singapore and transfer to the Fairmont Hotel Singapore for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

28 Dec Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

29 Dec Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Singapore.30 Dec At Sea 31 Dec Santubong Peninsula, Malaysia 01 Jan Bako National Park, Malaysia 02 Jan Tanjung Datu National Park, Malaysia 03 Jan Gunung Palung National Park, Indonesia 04 Jan Karimata Island, Indonesia 05 Jan Tanjung Puting National Park, Indonesia 06 Jan At Sea 07 Jan Kangean Island, Indonesia 08 Jan Arrive Benoa, Bali, Indonesia. Disembark Orion II and

transfer to the InterContinental Bali Resort for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

09 Jan Full day sightseeing tour of Ubud, Bali, Indonesia.10 Jan Transfer from your hotel to Bali airport to join your


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Singapore with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including full breakfast daily • 10 night cruise from Singapore to Bali aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the InterContinental Bali Resort including full breakfast daily • Half day sightseeing tour

of Singapore including a Dim Sum lunch • Full day sightseeing tour of Ubud, Bali including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Bali to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Singapore to Bali 14 nights/15 days Departs Australia 27 December 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$10,190 $11,380 $12,170 $12,960 $14,440 $15,930 $17,420


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Landscape of BorneoSunset over Borneo

08 Oct Fly from Australia to Singapore and transfer to the Fairmont Hotel Singapore for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

09 Oct Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

10 Oct Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Singapore.11 Oct Tioman Island, Malaysia12 Oct Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia13 Oct At Sea14 Oct Ko Samui, Thailand15 Oct Ang Thong Marine Park, Thailand16 Oct Ko Kut, Thailand17 Oct Arrive Bangkok, Thailand. Disembark Orion II and transfer

to the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

18 Oct Half day sightseeing tour of Bangkok. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

19 Oct Transfer from your hotel to Bangkok airport to join your flight home to Australia.


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Singapore with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including full breakfast daily • 7 night cruise from Singapore to Bangkok aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok including full breakfast daily • Half day sightseeing

tour of Singapore including a Dim Sum lunch • Half day sightseeing tour of Bangkok including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Bangkok to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Singapore to Bangkok 11 nights/12 days Departs Australia 8 October 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$7,790 $8,630 $9,180 $9,730 $10,770 $11,790 $12,860


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Ang Thong National Park, Thailand

Singapore to Bangkok 11 nights/12 days Departs Australia 8 October 2011

20 Dec Fly from Australia to Bangkok and transfer to the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

21 Dec Half day sightseeing tour of Bangkok. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

22 Dec Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Bangkok, Thailand.23 Dec Ko Kut, Thailand24 Dec Ang Thong Marine Park, Thailand25 Dec Ko Samui, Thailand26 Dec At Sea27 Dec Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia28 Dec Tioman Island, Malaysia29 Dec Arrive Singapore. Disembark Orion II and transfer to the

Fairmont Hotel Singapore for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

30 Dec Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

31 Dec Transfer from your hotel to Singapore airport to join your flight home to Australia.


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Bangkok with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok including full breakfast daily • 7 night cruise from Bangkok to Singapore aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Fairmont Hotel Singapore including full breakfast daily • Half day sightseeing tour

of Bangkok including lunch • Half day sightseeing tour of Singapore including a Dim Sum lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Singapore to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Bangkok to Singapore 11 nights/12 days Departs Australia 20 December 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$8,180 $8,990 $9,560 $10,090 $11,150 $12,190 $13,230


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Thai Statues

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Jakarta

Semarang

15 Oct Fly from Australia to Bangkok and transfer to the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

16 Oct Half day sightseeing tour of Bangkok. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

17 Oct Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Bangkok, Thailand.

18 Oct Bangkok, Thailand19 Oct Ko Kut, Thailand20 Oct Sihanoukville (overnight land trip to Angkor Wat),

Cambodia21 Oct Sihanoukville, Cambodia22 Oct Phu Quoc, Vietnam23 Oct Can Tho (Mekong Delta), Vietnam24 Oct Arrive Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Disembark Orion II and

transfer to the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

25 Oct Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.26 Oct Transfer from your hotel to Ho Chi Minh City airport to


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Bangkok with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok including full breakfast daily, • 7 night cruise from Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • Overnight land trip to Angkor Wat, Sihanoukville, Cambodia • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel including full breakfast daily • Half day sightseeing tour of Bangkok including lunch • Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from

Ho Chi Minh City to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City 11 nights/12 days Departs Australia 15 October 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$7,760 $8,580 $9,140 $9,690 $10,730 $11,770 $12,790


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Thailand, teMplesaNd the meKong

Sihanoukville Lion Statues, Cambodia

sihanoukvillE (ovErnight land trip to angkor Wat) Sihanoukville, locally known as Kampong Som is bordered by tropical beaches and islands. Orion II will berth to allow us access to the World Heritage listed temples of Angkor Wat. Built by Khmer civilization between 802 and 1220AD, these temples represent one of humankind’s most incredible and enduring architectural achievements. The overnight package will include flights to Siem Reap, accommodation and the chance to explore the ancient temples.


Jakarta

Semarang

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Bangkok to Ho Chi Minh City 11 nights/12 days Departs Australia 15 October 2011

13 Dec Fly from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

14 Dec Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.15 Dec Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.16 Dec Can Tho (Mekong Delta), Vietnam17 Dec Phu Quoc, Vietnam18 Dec Sihanoukville (overnight land trip to Angkor Wat),

Cambodia19 Dec Sihanoukville, Cambodia20 Dec Ko Kut, Thailand21 Dec Bangkok, Thailand22 Dec Bangkok, Thailand. Disembark Orion II and transfer to

the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

23 Dec Half day sightseeing tour of Bangkok. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

24 Dec Transfer from your hotel to Bangkok airport to join your flight home to Australia.


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel including full breakfast daily • 7 night cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • Overnight land trip to Angkor Wat, Sihanoukville, Cambodia • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok including full breakfast daily • Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City including lunch • Half day sightseeing tour of Bangkok including lunch • Economy Class

international airfare from Bangkok to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Ho Chi Minh City to Bangkok 11 nights/12 days Departs Australia 13 December 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$8,290 $9,090 $9,660 $10,220 $11,260 $12,290 $13,340


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Thailand, teMplesaNd the meKong

Vietnamese Rice Fields

sihanoukvillE (ovErnight land trip to angkor Wat) Sihanoukville, locally known as Kampong Som is bordered by tropical beaches and islands. Orion II will berth to allow us access to the World Heritage listed temples of Angkor Wat. Built by Khmer civilization between 802 and 1220AD, these temples represent one of humankind’s most incredible and enduring architectural achievements. The overnight package will include flights to Siem Reap, accommodation and the chance to explore the ancient temples.


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25 Nov Fly from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City and transfer to the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

26 Nov Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.27 Nov Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. 28 Nov Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam 29 Nov Nha Trang, Vietnam 30 Nov Bai Nam Beach/ Baie de Cu Mon, Vietnam 01 Dec Da Nang (My Son), Vietnam 02 Dec Da Nang (Hoi An), Vietnam 03 Dec Chan May (Hue), Vietnam 04 Dec At Sea 05 Dec Ha Long Bay & Cat Ba, Vietnam 06 Dec Arrive Hai Phong (Hanoi), Vietnam. Disembark Orion II and

transfer to the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

07 Dec Half day sightseeing tour of Hanoi. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

08 Dec Transfer from your hotel to Hanoi airport to join your flight home to Australia.


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Ho Chi Minh City with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel including full breakfast daily • 9 night cruise from Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel including full breakfast daily •

Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City including lunch • Half day sightseeing tour of Hanoi including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Hanoi to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi 13 nights/14 days Departs Australia 25 November 2011


BS - Balcony Suite



$9,550 $10,630 $11,340 $12,050 $13,390 $14,720 $16,060


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Hoi An, Vietnam

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Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi 13 nights/14 days Departs Australia 25 November 2011

Day 0 Fly from Australia to Hanoi, Vietnam. Day 1 Arrive in Hanoi, Vietnam. Transfer to the Sofitel Legend

Metropole Hanoi Hotel for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

Day 2 Half day sightseeing tour of Hanoi. The remainder of the day is at your leisure.

Day 3 Transfer from your hotel to embark Orion II in Hai Phong (Hanoi), Vietnam.

Day 4 Ha Long Bay & Cat Ba, Vietnam Day 5 At Sea Day 6 Chan May (Hue), Vietnam Day 7 Da Nang (My Son), Vietnam Day 8 Da Nang (Hoi An), Vietnam Day 9 Bai Nam Beach/ Baie de Cu Mon, Vietnam Day 10 Nha Trang, Vietnam Day 11 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam Day 12 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. Disembark Orion II and transfer

to the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel for your two night stay inclusive of breakfast.

Day 13 Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.Day 14 Transfer from your hotel to Ho Chi Minh City airport to


HOLIDAY INCLUSIONS

Economy Class international airfare from Australia to Hanoi with Singapore Airlines • 2 night pre-cruise stay at the Sofitel Legend Metropole Hanoi Hotel including full breakfast daily • 9 night cruise from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City aboard Orion II • All meals on board your cruise • 2 night post-cruise stay at the Park Hyatt Saigon Hotel including full breakfast daily • Half

day sightseeing tour of Hanoi including lunch • Full day sightseeing tour of Ho Chi Minh City including lunch • Economy Class international airfare from Ho Chi Minh City to Australia with Singapore Airlines • Private transfers between airport, hotel and ship • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Hotel and air taxes



Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City

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13 nights/14 days Departs Australia 15 November 2011 & 3 December 2011


BS - Balcony Suite


15 nov. TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide

$9,550 $10,630 $11,340 $12,050 $13,390 $14,720 $16,060

3 dEC. TWIN SHARE ex Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide

$9,550 $10,630 $11,340 $12,050 $13,390 $14,720 $16,060


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All Suites aboard Orion II offer spacious ocean view accommodation and are luxuriously appointed with a sitting area or separate living room and choice of twin or queen-size beds.

Five star amenities include a private marble bathroom, air condition-ing, hair dryer, bath robes, beach towels, personal safe, flat screen TV,

DVD/CD player and internet connectivity.

Enjoy complimentary 24-hour room service and a mini-refrigerator stocked with complimentary bottled water throughout your stay.

Stateroom diagram is a representative only. Furniture is indicative only and varies by suite.

All–Suite accoMModatioO

Five star amenities include a private marble bathroom

b oCEan suitEsCategory B Ocean Suites are located on Deck 4 and include a window and sitting area.

a oCEan suitEsCategory A Ocean Suites are located on Deck 3 and include a porthole.

aa oCEan suitEsCategory AA Ocean Suites are located on Deck 3 have a window and sitting area.

js junior suitEsJunior Suites are located on Deck 4 have a window sitting area.

ds dEluxE suitEsDeluxe Suites are located on Deck 5 and have forward windows and a sitting area.

phs pEnthousE suitEsPenthouse Suites are located on Deck 6 and have private balconies, window and sitting area.

bs balCony suitEsCategory BS Suites are located on Deck 5 and have a private balcony and sitting area

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The Five-star amenities include a spa, masseuse, hairdresser, boutique, several lounges and a well stocked library equipped with Internet access.

The dinner menu is created by Sydney’s renowned chef Serge Dansereau (of The Bathers’ Pavilion fame). The extensive wine list includes well known and boutique Australian and New Zealand wines.

Purpose built for the adventurous. As elegant and comfortable as Orion II is, it never loses sight of its purpose as an expedition ship. There are six heavy-duty Zodiacs (inflatable motorised boats) for shore landings and a well equipped fishing boat.

The permanent onboard Expedition Team is supplemented by specialist guest lecturers and presenters selected for their areas of expertise according to the various itineraries and destinations.

The well stocked library is equipped with internet access in luxurious surroundings

Relax and unwind with an invigorating

massage or two...

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Built:1991/Refitted: 2009; Registry: Bahamas; Gross Tonnage: 4,077; Length: 88 metres; Cruising Speed:13.5 knots; Crew: 68; Guests: 100; Passenger Decks: 5Additional Craft: 6 Zodiac Heavy Duty MK 5

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booking teRMs & conditioOsWhat’s inCludEd in your holiday priCE (pEr pErson) • Economy Class airfare as detailed in your itinerary • Luxury cruise aboard Orion II • Sightseeing as detailed in the itinerary • Port charges and government fees on board ship • Pre and post cruise luxury hotel accommodation as detailed in your itinerary,

including breakfast daily • Transfers between airports, hotels and piers where shown • Air and hotel taxes Costs are per adult in AUD and are based on twin-share accommodation. Single travellers must pay a single supplement.Costs are subject to change with or without notice, whether or not the fi nal balance of your holiday has been paid. Airfares, cruise and accommodation are subject to availability at time of booking. Flight schedules are subject to change without notice. Hotels are subject to change at any time with or without notice.Gratuities are not expected on board Orion II. However, if you wish to recognise exceptional service from an individual staff member, you are welcome to do so at your discretion.

rEsErvations and paymEnts Once you have decided on your holiday, simply ask your Cruiseco Travel Agent to book it with us. On confi rmation of your booking, a written confi rmation will be sent to your Cruiseco Travel Agent. An option will be given for 7 days. Before the option expires it will be necessary for you to pay a deposit of 25% of the total holiday cost per person to secure the booking. This deposit secures your cruise berth and hotel room. Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure from Australia. If your booking is made within 100 days prior to departure from Australia, full payment will be due immediately. Failure to pay the deposit by the option due date may result in the cancellation of your booking.Any special meal requirements will be made on a “request” basis only and cannot be guaranteed. Please advise your Cruiseco Travel Agent of your requirements at time of booking.

What’s not inCludEd in your holiday priCEPassport and visa fees, insurances of all kinds, laundry, phone calls, beverages, items of a personal nature, optional excursions etc. The price does not cover costs and expenses, including the return to your home, if you leave the cruise of your own volition, or due to illness, or as a consequence of official action by the government.

itinErary ChangEs Orion Expedition Cruises reserves the right to amend the cruise itinerary at any time up to and during the voyage.

travEl doCumEntation Travel documents will be sent to you approximately 14 days prior to departure from Australia (providing full payment has been received). If you are departing Australia earlier, please ask your Cruiseco Travel Agent to request your travel documents in good time.

travEl insuranCEInternational travel insurance is required on board Orion Expedition Cruises. We recommend that you obtain comprehensive international travel and medical insurance before paying a deposit. Failure to obtain travel insurance will not waive any cancellation fees in the event that you need to cancel your trip.

booking ChangEs, CanCEllations & rEfundsIn the unfortunate event that you should have to cancel your holiday, we must be notifi ed in writing. The day that we receive this notice in writing will be considered the date that your cancellation has been made. Certain cancellation fees apply to your holiday if cancelled after a deposit or fi nal payment has been made. These cancellation fees will be levied by the shipping company and possibly the airline and other suppliers, and will be greater the closer to your travel date that you cancel. You should check very carefully with your Cruiseco Travel Agent what these fees are, before you make your booking.A fee of $75.00 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confi rmed unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of holiday date 120 days or less prior to cruise departure will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply.

CanCEllations and CanCEllation fEEsNotice of cancellation must be made in writing to your Cruiseco Travel Agent. The following scale of charges (includes G.S.T.) will apply when notice of cancellation is given prior to holiday departure.Number of days prior to departure as % of total price (per person) 120-91 days Loss of deposit 90-0 days 100% of total holiday cost No-Show 100% of total holiday costAn administration fee of $100 per person will apply to all cancellations.These cancellation penalties are in addition to any cancellation fees that may be levied by your Cruiseco Travel Agent.

Qantas frEQuEnt flyEr points * Qantas Frequent Flyer points are awarded on Cruiseco holidays. Qantas Frequent Flyer members will receive one Qantas Frequent Flyer point for every $1.50 spent. You must be a member of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program to earn points in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Qantas Frequent Flyer program. A joining fee applies. Points are not awarded on port charges, government fees, on board gratuities and air taxes.

CruisECo’s statEmEnt of businEss praCtiCEYour Cruiseco Travel Agent will provide you, on request, with a copy of Cruiseco’s “Statement of Business Practice”.

othEr ConditionsIt is your responsibility to ensure you have read all of the Booking Terms and Conditions and to provide valid travel documents. Be sure to ask your Cruiseco Travel Agent for advice concerning passport and visa requirements. Full cruise terms & conditions can be found on www.orionexpeditions.com or in the price supplement of the Orion Expedition Cruises brochure 2011. Please ask your Cruiseco Travel Agent for copies of these.

booking arrangEmEntsYour booking arrangements are to be made by your Cruiseco Travel Agent, and the person eff ecting the booking shall be deemed to have accepted the booking conditions.This brochure and contents are valid from 25 May 2010.

These holidays are promoted by Cruiseco / Discovery Travel Centre License No. 2TA001284 ABN 1 200 193 4461 Bookings for these cruises must be made with a Cruiseco Travel Agent.

“For further details contact your local Cruiseco Travel Agent”

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