2015 Uniworld Asia Brochure (AUS)

ASIABoutique River Cruises and Tours

2015

CHINA | VIETNAM | CAMBODIA

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INTRODUCTION

Uncover the mysteries of Asia 3

CHINA

The indomitable spirit of Asia 5

Experience the essence of China & the Yangtze 6

A world of inclusions in China 9

Cruising the majestic Yangtze 11

Stay at China’s most luxurious five-star hotels 13

Indulge in a dim sum of culinary delights 14

Explore the world-class gems of China 17

Make more memories in China with optional extensions 19

Highlights of China & the YangtzeBeijing to Shanghai | 11 Days 20

Treasures of China & the YangtzeShanghai to Beijing | 12 Days 24

China, Tibet & the YangtzeBeijing to Shanghai | 14 Days 28

Grand China & the YangtzeBeijing to Hong Kong | 18 Days 32

China River Cruise Ships 36

Century Legend & Century Paragon 37

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA

Vietnam & Cambodia: two worlds, one river 38

A world of inclusions in Vietnam & Cambodia 41

Sail back through the centuries along the Mekong 43

Stay at five-star hotels in Vietnam & Cambodia 45

Discover new cuisines in culturally rich settings 46

Uncover the treasures of Vietnam & Cambodia 49

Add more intrigue to Vietnam & Cambodia with optional extensions 51

Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the MekongHo Chi Minh City to Hanoi | 15 Days 52

Vietnam & Cambodia River Cruise Ship 56

River Orchid 57

HELPFUL INFORMATION

The world at your fingertips 58

TreadRight Foundation 59

Uniworld Travel Protection Plan 60

Terms & Conditions 61

Asia Map 64

2015 Asia Boutique River Cruises and Tours Schedule 65

COVER: Angkor Wat, Cambodia◀ Angkor Wat, Cambodia ▲ Vietnamese woman in traditional dress

2015 Table of Contents

OPEN YOUR MIND AND HEART TO THE EARTHLY

AND ETHEREAL WONDERS OF CHINA, VIETNAM,

AND CAMBODIA.

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Guilin, China

Uncover the mysteries of Asia

THE PROFOUND VASTNESS OF ASIA CAN’T BE FULLY

EXPLAINED WITH WORDS—IT NEEDS TO BE EXPERIENCED

FIRSTHAND. ALLOW UNIWORLD TO HOST YOU ON A

CAPTIVATING RIVER CRUISE AND TOUR THROUGH THIS

IMMENSE AND IMPRESSIVE LAND TO THE MOST ALLURING

DESTINATIONS OF CHINA, VIETNAM, AND CAMBODIA.

Uncover the mystery of Xi’an’s Terra-cotta Warriors. You’ll

be awestruck by their level of detail—some of the sculpted

shoes still contain visible tread on the soles! Learn about

the more than 300,000 soldiers and 500,000 commoners

who worked to build China’s Great Wall, an architectural

feat that snakes through the mountains of China for

7,242 kilometres. Hear the legends surrounding Beijing’s

Forbidden City, such as how the soldiers chosen to guard

this honoured area must be exactly the same size so

that they are perfectly uniform when marching. Explore

Cambodia’s emblematic Angkor Wat temple complex.

Although it took 40 years to complete in the 12th century,

one modern engineer estimated it would take 300 years

to complete today. And while in Hanoi, discover a unique

Water Puppet Theatre, Thang Long, which is the only

theatre in the world of its kind.

These are only a few of the places you’ll visit as you

explore these intriguing countries, uncovering magnificent

treasures of bygone empires.


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CHINA, VIETNAM, AND CAMBODIARemnants of some of the world’s most ancient

civilisations, the architectural marvels of China,

Vietnam, and Cambodia will leave you breathless.

From the famed Great Wall and the Forbidden City,

whose mazelike corridors and hidden courtyards

housed some of the most powerful dynasties the

world has ever seen, to Cambodia’s mystic Angkor

temple complex, experience the most iconic landmarks

Asia has to offer. These man-made gems are matched

only by the region’s natural wonders, including the

Yangtze’s Three Gorges, whose mist-shrouded peaks

seem lifted straight out of a fairytale, and the Mekong,

meaning “Mother of Water,” which is the aquatic lifeline

of Vietnam and Cambodia.

As visually captivating as these memorials, mountains,

sanctuaries, and statues are, so are the stories behind

them: the passions and peculiarities of emperors, artisans,

monks, and warriors. The joys and sorrows, triumphs and

tragedies of the Chinese, Vietnamese, and Cambodian

peoples are written on their lands and in their monuments,

in their tiny villages and in their great cities. You’ll get to

know the indomitable spirit and remarkable resilience

of these people. And no one shares the stories of these

great people and places like Uniworld.

STIR YOUR IMAGINATIONLet Uniworld escort you through these wondrous

lands, painting a picture that will capture your heart

and mind and enrich each step of your journey. Our

expertly planned and executed itineraries set the

scene for extraordinary encounters with the sites

you’ve come so far to see. Onboard and off, you’ll

experience Asia’s captivating highlights and hidden

treasures in depth. From the heart of teeming Beijing

to the transcendent peaks of Tibet, and the hustle and

bustle of Vietnam’s Ho Chi Minh City to Cambodia’s

Siem Reap, gateway to Angkor Wat, you’ll experience

Asia with all your senses.

UNIWORLD’S AMBASSADORS OF ASIAThroughout your journey, you’ll be in the capable hands

of Uniworld’s professional Cruise/Tour Managers, our

ambassadors of Asia. You’ll join local experts who lead

guests on group excursions. During a home-hosted lunch,

intimate village tours, and onboard and onshore

performances, you’ll get the feel for daily life in each

locale along with an appreciation for the immense

historical richness of Asia and its extraordinary people.

The indomitable spirit of Asia

◀ Clockwise from left: Terra-cotta Warriors, Xi’an, China; Angkor Wat, Cambodia; The Great Wall, China ▶ Vietnamese women in traditional dresses

IMMERSE YOURSELF IN EXQUISITE CULTURES

AND DELIGHT IN THE AMAZING PEOPLE YOU’LL

MEET AS YOU JOURNEY THROUGH ASIA WITH

UNIWORLD.


Temple of Heaven, Beijing, China

Experience the essence of China & the Yangtze

A VENERATED 5,000-YEAR-OLD HISTORY AND CULTURAL

LEGACY MAKE CHINA ONE OF THE MOST INTRIGUING

DESTINATIONS IN THE WORLD.

China is both a time capsule of ancient culture and a

monumental stage showcasing modern miracles. Explore

legendary sites like China’s ancient capital, Xi’an, and its

current capital, Beijing. Soak up the vibrant energy of

Shanghai or Hong Kong. Spend time in Suzhou’s heavenly

gardens and Guilin’s spectacular mountains. Journey

to Lhasa, the heart of Tibet; sail the Yangtze, with its

spectacular Three Gorges; and walk along the Great Wall.

Experience the Eastern wonders you’ve always dreamed

of—and uncover hidden treasures you couldn’t possibly

have imagined, all while enjoying the modern-day comforts

of five-star luxury hotels and well-appointed ships.

“My husband and I returned from ‘China, Tibet & the

Yangtze,’ and words cannot describe the experience!

Above all, though, we feel this trip would not have been

nearly as memorable if not for our fantastic tour guide.

His knowledge of Chinese history, caring nature, sense of

humour, and willingness to constantly go above and beyond

what was expected made for an unmatched experience.”

– Bernice Carter, 15 June 2013

“China, Tibet & the Yangtze”

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CAPTIVATING “INSIDER’S VIEW” EXCURSIONSDiscover China’s legendary

landmarks, hidden treasures,

and cultural wonders with

professionally trained, English-

speaking Cruise/Tour Managers

and local experts.

◀ Tang Dynasty performance, Xi’an, China

TRANSPORTATION, FLIGHTS, AND TRANSFERSAll transportation is provided for

your entire journey within China.

Plus, you’ll never need to carry or

worry about your bags with our

hands-free luggage service.

ELEGANTLY PREPARED CUISINEDelight in mealtime delicacies

featuring a wide variety of menu

options, and enjoy distinctive,

special-themed meals, such as a

Peking duck dinner in Beijing,

a traditional dumpling banquet

and Tang Dynasty dinner in Xi’an,

and dim sum lunch in Shanghai.

CULTURAL ENRICHMENT EXPERIENCESEnjoy authentic cultural

entertainment, including the

Shanghai Acrobats, a Tang

Dynasty performance in Xi’an,

and a Kung Fu show in Beijing.

SHIPS WITH EXCLUSIVE VIP BENEFITSUniworld Signature Suites provide

private balconies and a host of

exclusive VIP benefits, such as

complimentary wine, beer, and soft

drinks with dinner; express check-in

and check-out service;

and much more.

A world of inclusions in China

FIVE-STAR LUXURY HOTELSCentrally located and carefully

selected, five-star luxury hotels

offer you regal accommodations,

modern-day comforts, and

impeccable hospitality.


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THE YANGTZE AND ITS FAMED THREE GORGESFlowing across the breadth of China, the mighty

Yangtze River originates from the glaciers on the

Tibetan plateau and empties into the East China Sea

at Shanghai, nearly 5,633 kilometres away. The people

of China have lived on its banks and sailed its waters

for millennia, and the Yangtze’s cultural, economic, and

historical influence—like the beauty of its famed Three

Gorges—is immeasurable.

HIGHLIGHTS OF YOUR YANGTZE RIVER CRUISE:Three Gorges: The highlight of your cruise is a narrow

passage through the spectacular Three Gorges. The river

setting is enchanting, with rushing waters and nearly

vertical limestone cliffs, perpetually enveloped in mist

and clouds.

Qutang Gorge: The spectacular Qutang Gorge is the

shortest, but perhaps the most dramatic and majestic,

of the Three Gorges. Its sheer, steep cliffs reveal stunning

vistas and interesting oddities.

Wu Gorge: This gorge is noted for its plunging valley and

the tranquil beauty of its luxuriant, forested mountains.

The stunning Twelve Peaks flanking the gorge are

universally renowned for their picturesque charm and

fanciful shapes.

Xiling Gorge: The Yangtze’s longest gorge winds 64

kilometres through rich canyons dotted with fruit

orchards, picturesque villages, and historic relics.

Shennv Stream: Running along the Wu Gorge, the Shennv

Stream is a still-pristine tributary of the Yangtze River.

Among its most notable sights are its magnificent peaks—

some seem to stretch up to the heavens, while others

are so wondrously shaped, they’re said to have been

created by Shennv, the goddess of the stream, herself.

ELEGANTLY DESIGNED SHIPSClose-up views of the Yangtze’s stunning scenery

come standard onboard the elegant Century Legend

and Century Paragon, two beautiful ships designed

specifically for these waters by an international firm

that specialises in the newest marine architecture.

Take a morning swim in your ship’s lap pool or have a

massage before afternoon tea. Watch a movie in the

cinema. Partake in a tai chi lesson or savour a cocktail

while marvelling at the spectacular views in the six-story

Grand Atrium lobby. If you prefer, you can also admire

the scenery from the balcony of your spacious Uniworld

Signature Suite, which, naturally, was designed with

your comfort and convenience in mind.

EXCLUSIVE VIP BENEFITSEnjoy a host of VIP benefits to enhance your cruise

experience. Complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks

will be available in the Executive Reception area 24

hours a day. During dinner, you can enjoy complimentary

wine, beer, and soft drinks. Additionally, Uniworld’s

dedicated concierge service provides a variety of other

benefits, such as express check-in and check-out, and is

always focused on ensuring that your cruise experience

is as special as possible; all you need to do is relax and

enjoy what is certain to be a memorable trip.

For more information on the ships, see pages 36–37.

Cruising the majestic Yangtze

◀ Century Paragon Global Dining Hall ▶ Yangtze River, China

ENJOY THE UNMATCHED SPLENDOURS OF

THE YANGTZE RIVER AND THE UNEARTHLY

WONDERS OF THE THREE GORGES.


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SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, GUILINOpulence and convenience

characterise this five-star hotel

located on the enchanting Li River.

Relax in an elegantly appointed room

surrounded by beautiful views.

SHANGRI-LA HOTEL, LHASAThis elegant hotel offers luxury,

comfort, and convenience in

the heart of the Himalayas.

Well-appointed rooms are

traditionally Tibetan in design

and reveal stunning views.

WALDORF ASTORIA SHANGHAI ON THE BUNDAt this award-winning hotel,

you’ll enjoy exquisite service,

sumptuous décor, and jaw-

dropping views. Luxuriate in the

comfort of your well-appointed

room—a soothing haven from

the excitement of Shanghai.

PUDONG SHANGRI-LA, SHANGHAIThe sophisticated décor and

plush guest rooms at this modern,

cosmopolitan hotel exemplify the

renowned standards of Shangri-La

Hotels.

KOWLOON SHANGRI-LA, HONG KONGAward-winning hospitality

and luxurious, Asian-accented

European furnishings await

you at this top-ranked hotel.

THE RITZ-CARLTON, BEIJINGThis five-star oasis provides the

perfect retreat from the hustle

and bustle of Beijing. All the little

luxuries of your elegant room ensure

you’ll be well-rested for the day’s

included excursions.

◀ Shangri-La Hotel, Xi’an, China

Stay at China’s most luxurious five-star hotelsWhen you travel with Uniworld, you’ll always stay in carefully selected five-star luxury hotels.


China’s vast size, long history, and diverse population

have combined to create some truly extraordinary culinary

treats. Uniworld invites you to join us for a taste of the

highlights, from Peking duck to dim sum.

DINING ONBOARDEvery day begins with a lavish buffet breakfast comprised

of an assortment of fresh breads and pastries, fruits,

yogurts, and cereals, as well as bacon and eggs, alongside

famous traditional Chinese foods, like dumplings. Lunch

offers a variety of hot and cold meats, salads, and a

selection of regional specialities. Choose between à la

carte dining in the Executive VIP Restaurant or Chinese-

style dining in the main dining room. Guests always enjoy

complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks with dinner.

DINING ONSHOREDuring land stays at the best hotels, sumptuous buffet

breakfasts provide you with the energy you’ll need for

days full of exciting excursions. You’ll also be treated

to special-themed meals, such as a dim sum lunch in

Shanghai, traditional dumpling and Tang Dynasty dinners

in Xi’an, a family-hosted lunch in the hutongs of Beijing,

and an authentic Peking duck dinner. And during your

Tang-Dynasty-themed dinner in Xi’an, you’ll enjoy live

entertainment while you dine.

◀ Dim sum ▶ Chinese feast

Indulge in a dim sum of culinary delights

PEKING DUCK DINNER

Sample Menu

Complimentary wine and soft drinks

served during dinner

APPETIZER

Barbecued Beef

Steamed Pork Dumpling

SOUP

Braised Duck Soup

HOT DISHES

Table Carved Peking Duck

with Mandarin Pancakes, Scallion

and Hoi Sin Sauce

Pan Fried Cod Fish

with Sweet & Spicy Sauce

Braised Broccoli with Dried Scallop

Clay Pot Braised Duck Rice

with Flower Mushroom

DESSERT

Mango Pudding

Almond Bean CurdCONFUCIUS TAUGHT THAT THE ART OF

COOKING IS AS MUCH ABOUT SHARING THE

EXPERIENCE WITH FAMILY AND FRIENDS

AS IT IS ABOUT THE FOOD ITSELF.

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SHANGHAIThe largest and most exhilarating

city in China flaunts an eclectic

mix of architectural styles and

a world-class shopping district.

It is for this reason Shanghai has

also been known as the “Pearl of the

Orient” and the “Paris of the East.”

YANGTZE RIVERThe Yangtze River forged the

magnificent Wu, Xiling, and

Qutang gorges over many

centuries. Collectively known

as the Three Gorges, these

wonders of the natural world

offer dramatic and varied scenery.

GUILINGuilin is said to have the “finest

mountains and rivers under heaven.”

Its surreal rock formations and

the colourfully lit stalactites and

stalagmites of the Reed Flute Cave

have delighted visitors for centuries.

BEIJINGChina’s capital, and one of its

oldest cities, offers imperial

splendours and contemporary

marvels. It’s also your gateway

to the UNESCO-designated Great

Wall and the 73-hectare Forbidden

City, which is the largest and most

complete ancient imperial palace

in the world, with more than 800

buildings and 9,000 rooms.

XI’ANAs the cradle of Chinese culture,

Xi’an was capital to the first dynasty

of China. It is also home to the Terra-

cotta Warriors and Horses, made up

of more than 8,000 life-sized terra-

cotta warriors, horses, and chariots.

It’s one of the most significant

archeological excavations of the

20th century and a designated

UNESCO World Heritage Site.

LHASA, TIBETLhasa is the spiritual centre of

Tibetan Buddhists and the location of

their most sacred site, the UNESCO-

designated Potala Palace and

Jokhang Temple, the holiest site in

Tibet, as well as the Sera Monastery.

Explore the world-class gems of China

◀ Terra-cotta Warriors, Xi’an, China


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◀ Guilin, China

Dynamic Hong Kong offers its visitors

an exhilarating blend of Eastern and

Western delights. Pick up a treasure or

two at one of the city’s famous gem

factory outlets. Explore Hong Kong

Island with a ride up to Victoria Peak for

a panoramic view of the city and harbour.

Visit Repulse Bay and the fishing village

at Aberdeen. This post-cruise/tour

extension is the perfect way to cap off

your memorable journey.

This post-cruise/tour extension

combines the unique landscapes of

Guilin, which have inspired Chinese

artists and poets for centuries, with the

urbane pleasures of vibrant Hong Kong.

Relax on a spectacular cruise down the

ethereal Li River, and then get ready to

be enthralled by the hustle and bustle

of lively Hong Kong.

Included in your 4-day stay:

3 nights at the Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong (or similar)

Buffet breakfast daily

Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour

Boat-ride cruise at Aberdeen Fishing Village

Flight from Shanghai or Beijing to Hong Kong

Private arrival and departure transfers

All service charges, taxes, and porterage


1 night at the Shangri-La Hotel, Guilin (or similar)

3 nights at the Kowloon Shangri-La, Hong Kong (or similar)

Buffet breakfast daily

Guided tour of Guilin

Full-day Li River cruise and Yangshuo tour with lunch

Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour

Boat-ride cruise at Aberdeen Fishing Village

Flights from Shanghai to Guilin and Guilin to Hong Kong

Private arrival and departure transfers


HONG KONG, CHINADiscover Hong Kong’s vibrant blend of Eastern and Western cultures.

HONG KONG & GUILIN, CHINAInspiration awaits in breathtaking Guilin and cosmopolitan Hong Kong.

Make more memories in China with optional extensions

From A$2,375 per person†(Single supplement from A$850)

†Price depends on season of travel.

From A$1,649 per person†(Single supplement from A$670)

†Price depends on season of travel.


From

A$4,999

Highlights of China & the Yangtze

Beijing to Shanghai | 11 Days

YOUR CRUISE/TOUR PACKAGE INCLUDES:

TRAVEL

3-night Yangtze River cruise in a riverview Uniworld Signature Suite with a private balcony onboard the Century Paragon*

7 nights in luxury hotels, including buffet breakfast and all service charges, taxes, and porterage*

Gratuties for local experts and drivers

All transportation throughout your trip, including flights within China

All transfers on arrival and departure days (see transfer guidelines on page 61)

TASTE

10 buffet breakfasts, 9 lunches, 8 dinners

Peking duck Welcome Dinner with complimentary wine in Beijing

Captain’s Welcome Reception and Farewell Dinner

Complimentary wine and beer during onboard dinners

Special-themed meals: hutong family-hosted lunch, traditional dumpling banquet, Tang Dynasty dinner, and dim sum lunch

EXPLORE

9 days of captivating, fully escorted excursions with English-speaking local experts

Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise/Tour Manager throughout your trip

State-of-the-art portable audio-headset system on select excursions throughout your trip

EXPERIENCE

Exclusive VIP benefits onboard

Group photo

Exciting evening entertainment, including a Kung Fu show, a Tang Dynasty show, and the Shanghai Acrobats

*Ship and hotels are subject to change.

Note: While the Century Paragon is a friendly and com-fortable ship, its amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.

per person twin share, cruise/tour (including port charges & taxes)

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FLIGHTCRUISENIGHTS ONSHORE# UNESCO SITE

WATCH THE HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA UNFOLD BEFORE YOUR EYES DURING THIS INCREDIBLE ADVENTURE.

This program provides insight into all of the highlights China

has to offer. Your journey begins in dynamic Beijing, the last

of the Four Great Ancient Capitals of China, where you’ll

visit the Forbidden City and its gateway, Tiananmen Square;

constructed in the early 15th century, the Forbidden City

served as the residence of the emperors and the centre of

government for nearly 500 years.

Then, journey a few miles north to walk along the legendary

Great Wall, and see why it’s been proclaimed one of the

wonders of the world. After exploring the Temple of Heaven,

a UNESCO World Heritage Site, you’ll leave Beijing for Xi’an,

where the life-sized Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses will

shed light on a long-vanished world. Finally, explore Shanghai,

China’s largest city, which is home to extraordinary skyscrapers

and world-famous acrobats.

No less amazing than the man-made marvels are the natural

wonders you’ll experience. Stand in awe at the stunning

scenery as you cruise the Yangtze River, where the famous

Three Gorges (the Qutang, Wu, and Xiling) will take your

breath away with their mist-enshrouded cliffs and majestic

waters. Explore the Shennv Stream, a tributary of the Yangtze

along the Wu gorge, to get an up-close look at this still-

pristine landscape. Experience the myriad highlights of

China on this all-encompassing adventure.

Who will enjoy this cruise/tour

Those who would like to sample the highlights of the

region, from the excitement of Beijing and Shanghai to

the ancient splendours of the Terra-cotta Warriors and the

Great Wall—all accentuated by the breathtaking natural

beauty of the Yangtze.

Beijing to Shanghai DAY PORT/CITY

1 Beijing

2 Beijing

3 Beijing

4 Beijing, fly to Xi’an

5 Xi’an

6 Xi’an, fly to Chongqing (embark),

cruising the Yangtze River

7 Cruising the Yangtze River,

Shibaozhai


Shennv Stream


Maoping, Yichang (disembark),

fly to Shanghai

10 Shanghai

11 Shanghai, transfer to the airport

CRUISE/TOUR START DATES

Mar 12, 19

Apr 9, 16, 23

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Jun 11, 25

Jul 9, 16, 30

Aug 13, 20

Sep 3, 10, 17, 24

Oct 8, 15, 22, 29


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CB/BB Continental/Buffet Breakfast L Lunch D Dinner WD Welcome Dinner FD Farewell Dinner

◀ Chinese woman in traditional dress

Highlights of China & the YangtzeBeijing to Shanghai | 11 Days

DAY 1 bBeijing

Arrive at the airport, where you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative who will escort you to the Ritz-Carlton, Beijing.

DAY 2 u b BB L WD

Beijing

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, hutongs tour with home-hosted lunch, and Peking duck Welcome Dinner with complimentary wine

Your first full day in Beijing takes you to Tiananmen Square, which is both a centre of modern civic life in Beijing and the gateway to the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, it is surrounded by monuments to Chairman Mao and the Communist revolution that transformed China following WWII. You’ll stroll through the square and enter the Forbidden City, the 180-acre precinct of China’s historic emperors. Begun in the 15th century, the complex grew to encompass palaces and gardens, quarters for the imperial family, and offices for bureaucrats. This vast compound houses many treasures of the Qing and Ming dynasties.

Your next stop takes you to the traditional residential neighbourhoods of Beijing, the hutongs, which you’ll tour in the most traditional way—via rickshaw. You’ll also be invited in to have lunch with a local family. In the evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner of succulent Peking duck, a signature dish of the city, with wine.

DAY 3 u b BB L D

Beijing

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: The Great Wall and Kung Fu show at Beijing’s Red Theatre

Walk along a section of the legendary Great Wall, a UNESCO-designated site that has been one of the manmade wonders of the world since it was originally built in the sixth century to keep out invaders from the north. Back in Beijing, spend the evening enjoying a spectacular show that combines

kung fu prowess with acrobatics and dance; it’s the best performance in town.

DAY 4 u b d BB L D

Beijing, fly to Xi’an

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Temple of Heaven and Beijing Zoo with giant panda visit

Start the day touring the Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO-designated site completed in the 15th century. A masterpiece of architectural and landscape design, it influenced architecture throughout China for centuries. Next, you’ll visit the giant pandas at the Beijing Zoo.

After lunch, you’ll fly to the ancient city of Xi’an, where you’ll settle into the Hilton Xi’an hotel.

DAY 5 u b BB L D Xi’an

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Museum of the Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses, City Wall, and Tang Dynasty dinner show

Twenty-four centuries ago, China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang, was entombed with a vast army of warriors and horses made of clay. The large tomb complex lay undisturbed until the 20th century, when it became one of the most astonishing archaeological finds ever recorded. Only about 8,000 of the life-sized Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses have been excavated; no one knows for sure how many more figures remain concealed. You’ll visit the museum where some of these figures are exhibited and learn how they were created. Then you’ll see the massive defensive wall built around Xi’an by the first Ming emperor in the 15th century. In the evening, indulge in a lovely traditional dinner—complete with chou-jiu, a milky rice wine served warm—and a cultural performance that re-creates the music, folk dances, and traditional costumes of the Tang Dynasty.

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Included in your 5-day stay:1 night in Guilin | 3 nights in Hong Kong | Buffet breakfast daily | Guided tour of Guilin | Full-day Li River cruise and Yangshuo tour with lunch | Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour | Boat-ride cruise at Aberdeen Fishing Village | Flights from Shanghai to Guilin and Guilin to Hong Kong | Private transfers | All service charges, taxes, and porterage

Included in your 4-day stay: 3 nights in Hong Kong | Buffet breakfast daily | Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour | Boat-ride cruise at Aberdeen Fishing Village | Flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong | Private transfers | All service charges, taxes, and porterage

PAY-IN-FULL SAVINGS

Save A$1,000 per couple. Offer expires 31 October 2014.

EARLY BOOKING SAVINGS

Save A$500 per couple. Offer expires 15 January 2015.

PRICING PER PERSON

Ship

Cruise/Tour Start Dates

Cruise/Tour Rates Twin Share

Single Supplement†

Century Paragon 12, 19 Mar A$4,999 A$2,1999, 16, 23 Apr A$5,249 A$2,1997, 14, 21 May A$5,549 A$2,19928 May A$5,299 A$2,19911 Jun A$5,249 A$2,19925 Jun A$5,049 A$2,1999, 16, 30 Jul A$4,999 A$2,19913, 20 Aug A$4,999 A$2,1993 Sep A$5,549 A$2,19910, 17, 24 Sep A$5,599 A$2,1998 Oct A$5,599 A$2,19915 Oct A$5,449 A$2,199

22 Oct A$5,299 A$2,19929 Oct A$5,199 A$2,199

CATEGORY UPGRADE

Add the following per-person twin share price to upgrade to a higher category stateroom:

Presidential Suite A$2,325

Please see Deck Plan on page 37.

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Savings requires a deposit at time of booking. Pay-in-Full and Early Booking Savings cannot be combined.

•Abovepricesincludeallintra-tourairflights.•PricesshownaboveareperpersonbasedondoubleoccupancyinUniworld

Signature Suites.†Single Supplement subject to limited availability. Upgrades as per pricing above,

suite upgrade for singles price on applicationNote: Order of sightseeing may change throughout the itinerary. Substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to water levels or other uncontrollable factors.

From A$2,375 per person†(Single supplement from A$850) †Price depends on season of travel.Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that end in Shanghai.Please see page 19 for more details.

Hong Kong and Guilin


Hong KongOPTIONAL POST-CRUISE/TOUR EXTENSIONS

DAY 6 b d e BB L D

Xi’an, fly to Chongqing, cruising the Yangtze River

FEATURED EXCURSION: Big Wild Goose Pagoda and traditional dumpling banquet

Visit the seven-story Big Wild Goose Pagoda, sacred to Buddhists since the seventh century; tradition says that throwing coins from the pagoda’s windows brings good luck. Enjoy a sumptuous dumpling banquet before flying to Chongqing, where you’ll board your elegant ship.

DAY 7 BB L D Cruising the Yangtze River, Shibaozhai

FEATURED EXCURSION: Shibao Pagoda

Though the Yangtze is almost 5,633 kilometres long, the 120.7 kiometres known as the Three Gorges is famous for its matchless scenery. Every view is a picture straight out of China’s iconic watercolour illustrations. The ship will stop at Shibao Pagoda, a colourful temple built into the side of a steep hill that is now an island as a result of rising waters from the Three Gorges Dam. Enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception with complimentary wine in the evening.

DAY 8 S BB L FD

Cruising the Yangtze River, Shennv Stream

FEATURED EXCURSION: Explore Shennv Stream

Board a small boat for a cruise down the Shennv Stream, a pristine tributary of the Yangtze, to explore the beautiful landscape of the Wu Gorge. Later in the day, your ship will navigate the enormous Three Gorges Dam locks. In the evening, a Farewell Dinner with complimentary wine will be served.

DAY 9 e b d BB L D

Cruising the Yangtze River, Maoping, Yichang, fly to Shanghai

FEATURED EXCURSION: Three Gorges Dam

Before you disembark in Yichang, you’ll visit the world’s largest hydroelectric project, the Three Gorges Dam, which is designed to control flooding on the Yangtze and provide electrical power to a vast swath of the country. Its location has caused controversy, but its scale is a tribute to the nation’s ambition. Then you’ll catch a flight to Shanghai, where you’ll settle into your room at the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund and relax over a delicious dinner at your hotel.

DAY 10 b BB L

Shanghai

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Shanghai city tour, dim sum lunch, and Shanghai Acrobats performance

Stroll along the Bund, Shanghai’s famed waterfront promenade, and admire the view of the Pudong district with its spectacular skyscrapers. After savouring a tasty and traditional dim sum lunch at the Waldorf Astoria on the Bund, you’ll have time to browse through the district’s shops. In the evening, be dazzled by the world-renowned Shanghai Acrobats.

DAY 11 b CB/BB

Depart Shanghai

Transfer to the airport for your flight home, or continue your adventure with one of our memorable optional extensions.


From

A$5,239

Treasures of China & the Yangtze

Shanghai to Beijing | 12 Days


TRAVEL

4-night Yangtze River cruise in a riverview Uniworld Signature Suite with a private balcony onboard the Century Paragon*





TASTE




Peking duck Farewell Dinner with complimentary wine in Beijing

Special-themed meals: dim sum lunch, traditional dumpling banquet, Tang Dynasty dinner, and hutong family- hosted lunch

EXPLORE




EXPERIENCE


Group photo



Note: While the Century Paragon is a friendly and com-fortable ship, its amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.


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4-NIGHTYANGTZE

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◀ Forbidden City, Beijing, China ▲ Shanghai, China


DISCOVER THE GLORIES OF CHINA’S HISTORY AND CULTURE, FROM BOOMING SHANGHAI TO THE ANCIENT FORBIDDEN CITY.

This voyage through China will carry you from the ultramodern

high-rises of Shanghai to the ancient wonder of the Great Wall,

revealing the amazing diversity of this great country along

the way. Follow the mighty Yangtze into the heart of China,

revelling in the mist-shrouded shrines and fanciful, weather-

shaped rock formations of the ravishing Three Gorges.

This program provides insight into the marvels of both ancient

and modern China alike, with a focus on the great Yangtze

River itself, punctuated by three exciting cities: Shanghai,

Xi’an, and Beijing. Let the bustle of Shanghai, China’s largest

city, dazzle you and the famous Shanghai Acrobats delight

you. Come face-to-face with the Terra-cotta Warriors and

Horses in Xi’an, once buried with the first emperor of China

and meant to protect him in the afterlife. Then visit Beijing’s

Forbidden City and Tiananmen Square and walk along the

legendary Great Wall, one of the wonders of the world and a


With your English-speaking local experts and Cruise/Tour

Managers sharing their knowledge of China’s extraordinary

history, landmarks, people, and culture, you’ll experience fully

the treasures of China.


Those who would like to experience the astonishing contrasts

that China has to offer, from the ancient wonder of the Great

Wall and the natural treasures to be found along the Yangtze,

to the modern bustle and excitement of Shanghai and Beijing.

Shanghai to Beijing DAY PORT/CITY

1 Shanghai

2 Shanghai

3 Shanghai, fly to Yichang

(embark)

4 Maoping, cruising the

Yangtze River


Shennv Stream


Shibaozhai

7 Chongqing (disembark),

fly to Xi’an

8 Xi’an

9 Xi’an, fly to Beijing

10 Beijing

11 Beijing

12 Beijing, transfer to the airport


Apr 1, 15

May 6, 20

Jun 10, 24

Jul 15, 29

Aug 19

Sep 2, 9, 16

Oct 7, 14, 21




Treasures of China & the YangtzeShanghai to Beijing | 12 Days

◀ The Yangtze River, Three Gorges, China

DAY 1 bShanghai

Arrive at the airport, where you will be met by a Uniworld representative and transferred to the Pudong Shangri-La.

DAY 2 b BB L

Shanghai


Long a bustling commercial centre, Shanghai has become one of the world’s most exciting cities, brimming with spectacular skyscrapers designed by world-famous architects. In the morning, you’ll stroll along the Bund, Shanghai’s famed waterfront promenade, and get a sense of its 19th-century roots. Then enjoy a traditional dim sum lunch at the Pudong Shangri-La, after which you’ll have time to browse through the district’s intriguing shops. In the evening, a performance by the world-renowned Shanghai Acrobats will dazzle you.

DAY 3 b d e BB D

Shanghai, fly to Yichang

FEATURED EXCURSION: Shanghai Museum

Begin the day with a visit to the Shanghai Museum, a stunning contemporary structure that houses treasures of Chinese art, including ancient bronzes from the Shang and Zhou periods, exquisite jades, calligraphic works from many dynasties, and Ming and Qing furniture. Then you’ll fly to Yichang, where you’ll board your elegant ship.

DAY 4 b BB L D

Maoping, cruising the Yangtze River


The Three Gorges Dam is the world’s largest hydroelectric project, and it is changing the landscape and the economy of the nation. It is designed to both generate power to fuel China’s

economic growth and control flooding on the Yangtze. You’ll visit this astonishing feat of modern engineering before setting sail along the most scenic section of the Yangtze, the Three Gorges. In the evening, enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception with complimentary wine.

DAY 5 S BB L D



Board a small boat for a cruise down the Shennv Stream, a pristine tributary of the Yangtze, to explore the beautiful landscape of the Wu Gorge.

DAY 6 BB L FD

Cruising the Yangtze River, Shibaozhai


Shibao Pagoda, whose red walls and yellow gate are a Yangtze River landmark, was built into the side of a hill in the 18th century. Although the temple is 12 stories tall, only its top 3 stories tower above the tor. Make a wish and climb the stairs; legend has it that the higher you climb, the more likely it is that your wish will come true. In the evening, a Farewell Dinner with complimentary wine will be served.

DAY 7 e b d BB D

Chongqing, fly to Xi’an

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Chongqing city tour with zoo visit, and traditional dumpling banquet

Disembark in Chongqing, the booming capital of western China. As part of your city tour, you’ll visit the giant pandas at the Chongqing Zoo. Then you’ll catch a flight to the ancient city of Xi’an, where you’ll settle into the Shangri-La Xi’an hotel and savour an extraordinary dumpling banquet in the city widely considered the home of the dumpling.

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Included in your 4-day stay: 3 nights in Hong Kong | Buffet breakfast daily | Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour | Boat-ride cruise at Aberdeen Fishing Village | Flight from Beijing to Hong Kong | Private transfers | All service charges, taxes, and porterage

▼ Chongqing, China

From A$1,825 per person†(Single supplement from A$670) †Price depends on season of travel.Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that end in Beijing.Please see page 19 for more details.

Hong KongOPTIONAL POST-CRUISE/TOUR EXTENSION

PAY-IN-FULL SAVINGS




PRICING PER PERSON

Ship




Century Paragon 1, 15 Apr A$5,499 A$2,325

6, 20 May A$5,739 A$2,325

10 Jun A$5,439 A$2,325

24 Jun A$5,239 A$2,325

15, 29 Jul A$5,239 A$2,325

19 Aug A$5,239 A$2,325

2 Sep A$5,739 A$2,325

9, 16 Sep A$5,799 A$2,325

7 Oct A$5,799 A$2,325

14 Oct A$5,599 A$2,325

21 Oct A$5,499 A$2,325

CATEGORY UPGRADE

Add the following per-person twin share price to upgrade to the Presidential Suite:








DAY 8 u b BB L D

Xi’an


Twenty-four centuries ago, China’s first emperor was entombed with a vast army of warriors and horses made of clay. The tomb complex lay undisturbed until the 20th century. Only about 8,000 of the life-sized Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses have been excavated thus far, some of which you’ll visit at the museum. Then you’ll see the massive defensive wall built around Xi’an in the 15th century. During the evening, indulge in a traditional dinner and a performance that re-creates the music, folk dances, and costumes of the Tang Dynasty.

DAY 9 u d b BB D

Xi’an, fly to Beijing

FEATURED EXCURSION: Temple of Heaven

Today, you’ll catch a flight to Beijing. Before checking into the Ritz-Carlton, Beijing hotel, you’ll visit the UNESCO-designated Temple of Heaven. In the evening, you’ll enjoy a delicious dinner at your hotel.

DAY 10 u b BB L D

Beijing


Start the day off with a visit to one of the nation’s most iconic sights, the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Great Wall of China. Walk along the top of the wall to appreciate just how formidable a barrier it would have been to the nomadic mounted warriors who confronted it over the

centuries. Back in Beijing, spend the evening at the Red Theatre, taking in a spectacular show that combines kung fu prowess with acrobatics and dance.

DAY 11 u b BB L FD

Beijing

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, hutongs tour with home-hosted lunch, and Peking duck Farewell Dinner with complimentary wine

The last full day of your China adventure begins in broad Tiananmen Square, which is both the heart of modern Beijing and a gateway to the wonders of imperial China. Chairman Mao’s mausoleum borders the square, as does the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site you’ll visit today.

Your next stop will take you to the backbone of Old Beijing—the ancient residential lanes known as the hutongs. Hop aboard a rickshaw for a behind-the-scenes tour of these historic neighbourhoods, where you can still see the region’s traditional courtyard homes. You’ll be invited to join a family in their home for a delicious traditional lunch. In the evening, enjoy a Farewell Dinner of succulent Peking duck, a signature dish of the city since imperial times.

DAY 12 b CB/BB

Depart Beijing

Transfer to the airport for your flight home or continue your adventure with our memorable optional extension.


From

A$7,069

China, Tibet & the Yangtze

Beijing to Shanghai | 14 Days


TRAVEL

3-night Yangtze River cruise in a riverview Uniworld Signature Suite with a private balcony onboard the Century Legend*





TASTE





Special-themed meals: hutong family-hosted lunch, traditional dumpling banquet, Tang Dynasty dinner, dinner with folk show, and dim sum lunch

EXPLORE




EXPERIENCE


Group photo



Note: While the Century Legend is a friendly and com-fortable ship, its amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.


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◀ Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet, China ▲ INSIDE Potala Palace, Lhasa, Tibet, China


EXPERIENCE A SOUL-ENRICHING JOURNEY ON THIS PROGRAM ABOUNDING WITH UNESCO WORLD HERITAGE SITES.

Lhasa means “holy land,” and Lhasa—the ancient capital

city of Tibet—is the spiritual soul of the region. In existence

since the seventh century and ruled by the Dalai Lamas from

the early 1600s until 1959, Tibet has long been associated

with tranquillity and spirituality. Marvel at Lhasa’s unique

architecture—from gilt-roofed temples and colourfully

decorated monasteries to the practical, energy-efficient

design of its traditional houses—and discover the serenity

of wandering through its peaceful gardens. You’ll visit the

UNESCO World Heritage Jokhang Temple and the Potala

Palace, as well as the Sera Monastery.

While in Beijing, explore the UNESCO-designated Forbidden

City, Tiananmen Square, the Temple of Heaven, and the

Great Wall. Marvel at the life-sized Terra-cotta Warriors in

Xi’an. Cruise the most scenic section of the Yangtze River

with its famous Three Gorges (the Qutang, Wu, and Xiling).

While each of the three is spectacular, nothing can compare

to the mesmerising vistas created by the narrow switchbacks

of the beautiful Qutang Gorge. Visit the Shibao Pagoda, a

charming red, 12-story wooden temple (built without the use

of nails) that rises dramatically above the river. Then conclude

your astonishing trip in breathtaking Shanghai, China’s largest

city, where you’ll be treated to water-front views, delicious

dim sum, and a performance by the astonishing Shanghai

Acrobats.

Throughout your journey, the majestic scenery, soul-enriching

spirituality, rich cultural performances, and wonderful people

of China will reward you with unforgettable memories.


Travellers who appreciate the yin and yang of life will find a

wonderful balance between the burgeoning urban centres

of Beijing and Shanghai and the tranquillity of Tibet.

Beijing to Shanghai DAY PORT/CITY

1 Beijing

2 Beijing

3 Beijing


5 Xi’an

6 Xi’an, fly to Lhasa

7 Lhasa

8 Lhasa

9 Lhasa, fly to Chongqing

(embark), cruising the

Yangtze River


Shibaozhai


Shennv Stream


Maoping, Yichang (disembark),

fly to Shanghai

13 Shanghai

14 Shanghai, transfer to the airport


Apr 10, 24

May 8, 22

Jun 19

Jul 3, 24

Aug 14

Sep 4, 11, 18

Oct 9, 16




China, Tibet & the YangtzeBeijing to Shanghai | 14 Days

◀ Lhasa, Tibet, China

DAY 1 bBeijing

Arrive at the airport, where you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative who will escort you to the Ritz-Carlton Beijing.

DAY 2 u b BB L WD

Beijing

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, hutongs tour with home-hosted lunch, and Peking duck Welcome Dinner with complimentary wine

Your first full day in Beijing takes you to Tiananmen Square, which is both a centre of contemporary civic life in Beijing and the gateway to the Forbidden City, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Next, you’ll take a rickshaw ride through the hutongs, the historic neighbourhoods of Old Beijing. A local family will invite you into their home for lunch. Later in the evening, you’ll enjoy a Welcome Dinner of succulent Peking duck, a signature dish of the city, with wine.

DAY 3 u b BB L D

Beijing


Walk along the UNESCO-designated Great Wall. Later in the evening, be treated to a mesmerising show that combines kung fu prowess with acrobatics and dance; it’s the best performance in town.

DAY 4 u b d BB L D


FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Temple of Heaven, Beijing Zoo with giant panda visit, and traditional dumpling banquet

The Temple of Heaven is a UNESCO-designated site that dates back to the 15th century. A masterpiece of architectural and landscape design, it influenced architecture throughout China for centuries. Next, you’ll visit the giant pandas at the Beijing Zoo.

After lunch, you’ll fly to the ancient city of Xi’an, where you’ll settle into the Shangri-La Xi’an hotel before heading to a local restaurant to feast on the delicious dumplings that are a speciality of the region.



Visit the museum that is home to over 8,000 life-sized Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses. You’ll then see the ancient city wall built to protect Xi’an from invaders. In the evening, indulge in a dinner and cultural performance that re-creates the music, folk dances, and traditional costumes of the Tang Dynasty.

DAY 6 b d BB D

Xi’an, fly to Lhasa

Fly to Lhasa, the ancient cultural and religious centre of Tibet, and check into the supremely comfortable Shangri-La Lhasa hotel, where you’ll enjoy dinner in the evening.

DAY 7 u b BB L D

Lhasa

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Jokhang Temple and Tibet Museum

See the holiest site in Tibet: gold-domed Jokhang Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that contains a seventh-century statue of Buddha. Tour the rich collection of prehistoric artefacts at the Tibet Museum. Visit a Lhasa family’s home, and then savour dinner accompanied by a traditional folk show.

DAY 8 u b BB L D

Lhasa

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Potala Palace and Sera Monastery

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PAY-IN-FULL SAVINGS




PRICING PER PERSON

Ship




Century Legend 10, 24 Apr A$7,379 A$2,925

8 May A$7,379 A$2,925

22 May A$7,249 A$2,925

19 Jun A$7,149 A$2,925

3, 24 Jul A$7,069 A$2,925

14 Aug A$7,069 A$2,925

4, 11, 18 Sep A$7,619 A$2,925

9 Oct A$7,619 A$2,925

16 Oct A$7,559 A$2,925

CATEGORY UPGRADE









OPTIONAL POST-CRUISE/TOUR EXTENSIONS

The vast, UNESCO-designated Potala Palace is exceptionally well-preserved. Wander through its chapels as pilgrims make offerings at thousand-year-old altars, and admire the religious paintings called thangkas. From here, you’ll head off to see Sera Monastery’s colourful murals and mandalas.

DAY 9 b d e BB L D

Lhasa, fly to Chongqing, cruising the Yangtze River

Fly to Chongqing, where you’ll head to the dock and board your elegant ship.

DAY 10 BB L D



Mist-shrouded peaks loom above the winding Yangtze for miles as you cruise through the Three Gorges region. Every view is a picture straight out of China’s iconic watercolour illustrations. Your ship will stop at the Shibao Pagoda, a colourful 12-story temple built into the side of a hill that is now an island as a result of the rising waters from the Three Gorges Dam. Enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception with complimentary wine in the evening.

DAY 11 S BB L FD



Board a small boat for a cruise down the Shennv Stream, a pristine tributary of the Yangtze, to explore the beautiful landscape of the Wu Gorge. Later in the day, your ship will navigate the enormous Three Gorges Dam locks. In the evening, a Farewell Dinner with complimentary wine will be served.

DAY 12 e b d BB L D

Cruising the Yangtze River, Maoping, Yichang, fly to Shanghai


Before you disembark in Yichang, you’ll tour the world’s largest hydroelectric project, the Three Gorges Dam, which supplies power to millions of people. Following your visit, you’ll fly to Shanghai. Settle into your lovely room in the Pudong Shangri-La and relax over a buffet dinner at your hotel.

DAY 13 b BB L Shanghai


Shanghai, located at the mouth of the Yangtze, has been a trading centre for 400 years. Today, it’s an economic dynamo with one of the busiest ports in the world. Stroll along the Bund, Shanghai’s famed waterfront promenade, and take in its historic buildings and its spectacular view of the high-rises that typify China’s largest city. Savour a dim sum lunch at the Pudong Shangri-La; then take some time to browse through the district’s unique shops. In the evening, prepare to be dazzled by the world-renowned Shanghai Acrobats.

DAY 14 b CB/BB

Depart Shanghai

Transfer to the airport for your flight home, or continue your adventure with one of our memorable optional extensions.

Included in your 5-day stay:1 night in Guilin | 3 nights in Hong Kong | Buffet breakfast daily | Guided tour of Guilin | Full-day Li River cruise and Yangshuo tour with lunch | Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour | Boat-ride cruise at Aberdeen Fishing Village | Flights from Shanghai to Guilin and Guilin to Hong Kong | Private transfers | All service charges, taxes, and porterage

Included in your 4-day stay: 3 nights in Hong Kong | Buffet breakfast daily | Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour | Boat-ride cruise at Aberdeen Fishing Village | Flight from Shanghai to Hong Kong | Private transfers | All service charges, taxes, and porterage


Hong Kong and Guilin


Hong Kong


From

A$7,799

Grand China & the Yangtze

Beijing to Hong Kong | 18 Days


TRAVEL

4-night Yangtze River cruise in a riverview Uniworld Signature Suite with a private balcony onboard the Century Legend*





TASTE





Special-themed meals: hutong family-hosted lunch, traditional dumpling banquet, Tang Dynasty dinner, and dim sum lunch

EXPLORE


Services of an experienced Uniworld Cruise/Tour Manager throughout your trip (except in Hong Kong)


EXPERIENCE


Group photo



Note: While the Century Legend is a friendly and com-fortable ship, its amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.


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4-NIGHT YANGTZERIVER CRUISE Yangt z e River

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◀ Guilin, China ▲ The Yangtze River, China


EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF CHINA—FROM ITS BUSTLING CITIES TO ITS NATURAL WONDERS—ALL IN ONE GRAND JOURNEY.

From thriving contemporary cities (Beijing, Shanghai, and

Hong Kong) and monumental manmade marvels (the

Great Wall and the Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses) to

glorious landscapes (Suzhou, the Yangtze, and Guilin), this

extraordinary expedition is the perfect introduction to the

grand sweep of ancient and modern China.

Begin in Beijing, home to some of China’s most famous

sites. Unlock the secrets of the Forbidden City and feel the

aftershocks of history in Tiananmen Square. Walk along the

Great Wall and marvel at the UNESCO-designated Temple

of Heaven. Then fly to Xi’an and be awestruck by the sheer

enormity of the Terra-cotta Army, the life-sized warriors and

horses that still stand guard over the tomb of China’s first

emperor. Visit Guilin’s Reed Flute Cave, where stalactites and

stalagmites flaunt dazzling colours. Take a cruise down the

bucolic Li River. Wander around the exquisite, tranquil Humble

Administrator’s Garden in Suzhou. And sail the magnificent

Yangtze River, with its spectacular Three Gorges, mist-

shrouded shrines, and astonishing rock formations.

Along the way, enjoy a plethora of cultural pleasures,

including a thrilling Kung Fu show in Beijing, a Tang Dynasty

folklore performance and dinner in Xi’an, and an acrobatic

extravaganza in Shanghai.


Those thirsting for a real understanding of both old- and new-

world China will encounter the legacies of the land’s ancient

dynasties while discovering the dynamic changes taking place

throughout China today.

Beijing to Hong Kong DAY PORT/CITY

1 Beijing

2 Beijing

3 Beijing

4 Beijing


6 Xi’an

7 Xi’an, fly to Shanghai,

Tongli, Suzhou

8 Suzhou, Shanghai

9 Shanghai

10 Shanghai, fly to Yichang

(embark)

11 Maoping, cruising the

Yangtze River


Shennv Stream


Shibaozhai

14 Chongqing (disembark),

fly to Guilin

15 Guilin, cruising the Li River,

Yangshuo

16 Guilin, fly to Hong Kong

17 Hong Kong

18 Hong Kong, transfer

to the airport


Mar 15

Apr 5, 12, 19

May 3, 10, 17, 24

Jun 14, 28

Jul 12, 26

Aug 9

Sep 6, 13, 20

Oct 11, 18, 25




◀ Suzhou, China

Grand China & the YangtzeBeijing to Hong Kong | 18 Days

DAY 1 bBeijing

Arrive at the airport, where you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative who will escort you to the Conrad Beijing hotel.

DAY 2 u b BB L WD

Beijing

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Tiananmen Square, Forbidden City, foot massage, and Peking duck Welcome Dinner with complimentary wine

Begin your exciting discovery of China with a visit to Tiananmen Square and the Forbidden City. You’ll stroll through the square and enter the 73-hectare UNESCO World Heritage Site, with its characteristic red walls and yellow tile roofs. After your tour, relax with a traditional foot massage; later, indulge in a Welcome Dinner of succulent Peking duck with wine.

DAY 3 u b BB L D

Beijing


There is no sight in China more iconic than the UNESCO-designated Great Wall. Spend some time exploring and walking along the wall before enjoying lunch at the foot of the wall, amid the lovely pine and cypress forests. Back in Beijing, your eventful day continues with a spectacular show that combines kung fu prowess with acrobatics and dance at Beijing’s famous Red Theatre.

DAY 4 u b S BB L

Beijing

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Temple of Heaven, hutongs tour with home-hosted lunch, and boat ride on Shichahai Lake

Visit the 15th-century Temple of Heaven, a UNESCO-designated site that symbolises the relationship between heaven and earth—and the emperor’s place within that cosmography. Next, you’ll take a rickshaw tour of the hutongs, the old neighbourhoods where

you can still see traditional quadrangle houses built around courtyards. You’ll share a traditional lunch with a local family. Afterward, relax on a rowboat ride on the mesmerising Shichahai Lake.

DAY 5 b d BB L D


FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Welcome ceremony and Tang Dynasty dinner show

Fly to the ancient Tang Dynasty capital of Xi’an, where you’ll be greeted with a special welcome ceremony at the city gate; then breeze through your hotel check-in at the Hilton Xi’an hotel. In the evening, indulge in a wonderful dinner and cultural performance that re-creates the music, folk dances, and historic costumes of the Tang Dynasty.


FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Museum of the Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses and traditional dumpling banquet

One of the most astonishing archaeological finds of the last century, the life-sized Terra-cotta Warriors and Horses were made nearly 2,500 years ago to guard the tomb of China’s first emperor, Qin Shi Huang. About 8,000 of these figures have been excavated, and some are displayed at a museum dedicated to the incredible find. At the end of your day, delight in a traditional Xi’an dumpling banquet, where each dumpling is a delectable work of art.

DAY 7 u b d S BB L D

Xi’an, fly to Shanghai, Tongli, Suzhou

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Tongli tour and evening performance

Fly to Shanghai, and then tour charming Tongli, the “Venice of the East,” where elegant homes and enchanting teahouses line the many canals. Continue to Suzhou and settle into the Shangri-La Hotel. In the evening, experience a music and dance performance in one of the city’s world-renowned gardens.

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▼ Hong Kong, China

PAY-IN-FULL SAVINGS




PRICING PER PERSON

Ship




Century Legend 15 Mar A$8,299 A$3,425

5, 12, 19 Apr A$8,419 A$3,425

3, 10, 17 May A$8,419 A$3,425

24 May A$8,299 A$3,425

14, 28 Jun A$7,799 A$3,425

12 Jul A$7,799 A$3,425

26 Jul A$7,799 A$3,425

9 Aug A$7,799 A$3,425

6, 13 Sep A$8,419 A$3,425

20 Sep A$8,659 A$3,425

11 Oct A$8,659 A$3,425

18, 25 Oct A$8,659 A$3,425

CATEGORY UPGRADE









DAY 8 u b BB L D

Suzhou, Shanghai

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Humble Administrator’s Garden and Embroidery Research Institute visit

You’ll tour a UNESCO-designated Ming landscape before marvelling at the intricate designs at the Embroidery Research Institute. Afterward, you’ll settle in to the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund, where you will enjoy dinner in the evening.

DAY 9 b BB L

Shanghai


Enjoy a tour along Shanghai’s famous waterfront promenade, the Bund, followed by a delicious dim sum lunch at the Waldorf Astoria Shanghai on the Bund. In the evening, you’ll be astonished by the Shanghai Acrobats.

DAY 10 b d e BB D

Shanghai, fly to Yichang

FEATURED EXCURSION: Shanghai Museum

Visit the Shanghai Museum before your flight to Yichang, where you’ll board your elegant ship.

DAY 11 b BB L D

Maoping, cruising the Yangtze River


Visit the Three Gorges Dam before setting sail along the Yangtze. Enjoy a Captain’s Welcome Reception with complimentary wine in the evening.

DAY 12 S BB L D



Board a small boat for a cruise down the Shennv Stream, a pristine tributary of the Yangtze, to explore the beautiful landscape of the Wu Gorge.

DAY 13 BB L FD



Built into the side of a hill, the Shibao Pagoda has now become a colourful little island of its own. Make

a wish and climb the stairs toward the temple at the top; legend has it that the higher you climb, the better the chance of your wish coming true. In the evening, a Farewell Dinner with complimentary wine will be served.

DAY 14 e b d BB L D

Chongqing, fly to Guilin

FEATURED EXCURSION: Chongqing city tour with zoo visit

Disembark in Chongqing. Visit the giant pandas at the zoo before flying to Guilin and settling into your room at the Shangri-La Hotel.

DAY 15 b S BB L D

Guilin, cruising the Li River, Yangshuo

FEATURED EXCURSION: Li River cruise

Cruise the serene Li River, where time seems to have stood still for centuries. In the evening, enjoy dinner at the hotel.

DAY 16 b d BB L

Guilin, fly to Hong Kong

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Tea plantation visit and Reed Flute Cave

Visit a tea plantation, where you’ll learn about this vital Chinese export. Later on, marvel at the rainbow-coloured stalactites in the Reed Flute Cave. You’ll then fly to Hong Kong and check into the Kowloon Shangri-La hotel.

Note: The Cruise/Tour Manager will not accompany you to Hong Kong. You will have the services of a local expert instead.

DAY 17 b S BB

Hong Kong

FEATURED EXCURSION: Exclusive Hong Kong Island tour with boat ride through Aberdeen Fishing Village

See the best of the island on your guided tour of Hong Kong, including Victoria Peak, the Aberdeen Fishing Village, and Stanley Market.

DAY 18 b CB/BB

Depart Hong Kong

Transfer to the airport for your flight home.


China River Cruise Ships

▲ Clockwise from top-left: Swimming pool; Observation lounge; Uniworld Signature Suite

The elegant Century Legend and Century Paragon

are two modern ships designed by European

architects and shipbuilders who specialise in the

newest marine architecture. The many defining

features of the ships include: two restaurants, two

bars, cinema, indoor lap pool with relaxation area

and pool bar, fitness centre, spa, game room, reading

room, boutique, and so much more.

UNIWORLD SIGNATURE SUITES

To ensure your comfort and convenience during your

river cruise, your Uniworld Signature Suite provides

many amenities, from satellite TV to a cosy sitting

area and private balcony. Bathrooms with tubs offer

soft robes, slippers, and fine bath products. And

those who desire even more space can select one of

our two Presidential Suites, which boast 106 square

metres and include other special features. While

sailing with Uniworld, you’ll be treated to a host of

special VIP benefits designed to ensure that your

onboard stay is as memorable as possible.

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Cinema

Dining Hall

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Reception

Boutique

Executive Desk/Reception

VIP RestaurantSunDeck

Lounge

Bridge

Swimming Pool

Boutique

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Inaugurated: 2013 | Length: 139 m | Width: 19.8 m | Guests: 398 | Presidential Suites: 2 (106 sq m) | Uniworld Signature Suites: 34 (28 sq m) | Voltage: 220 volts

Century Legend & Century Paragon

Facilities and Amenities Onboard

UNIWORLD SIGNATURE SUITES OFFER:

Private balconies; cosy sitting areas; bathrooms with comfy robes, slippers,

and fine bath products; satellite TVs with a variety of viewing options;

individually controlled air-conditioning; and mini bars.

UNIWORLD VIP BENEFITS ONBOARD INCLUDE:

Complimentary fruit basket upon arrival

Complimentary coffee, tea, and snacks in the Executive Reception

area 24 hours a day

One complimentary sauna visit

Dining in the Executive VIP Restaurant, with complimentary wine, beer,

and soft drinks served during dinner

Dedicated concierge services

Express check-in and check-out

Complimentary Wi-Fi in the Executive Lounge area

PUBLIC AREAS:

Two restaurants, including the Executive VIP Restaurant; six-story atrium;

multi-function lounge; spa with massage services; salon; fitness centre;

lap pool with relaxation area and pool bar; cinema; game room; library;

boutique; and elevator.

A host of cultural classes and events—including tai chi, folk dance, and

Chinese calligraphy—are provided throughout your cruise.


Siem Reap, Cambodia

Vietnam & Cambodia: two worlds, one river

AS YOU TRAVEL FROM VIBRANT VIETNAM TO MYSTICAL,

WONDROUS CAMBODIA, YOU’LL DISCOVER TWO COUNTRIES,

TWO CULTURES, AND TWO WAYS OF LIFE LINKED BY ONE

RIVER—THE MAGICAL MEKONG.

Perfect for those who crave a more expeditionary type of

journey, Uniworld’s Vietnam and Cambodia itinerary offers

guests the opportunity to experience two countries whose

traditional charm and exceptional beauty are just beginning

to open up to the outside world. See how old-world markets

and ancient monuments are harmoniously intertwined with

the incredible boom of modern architecture in Vietnam’s

Ho Chi Minh City and Hanoi and Cambodia’s Phnom Penh.

From these lively cities, step back in time to uncover the

peaceful rhythms of rural life that still endure along the

mystical Mekong—gateway to floating villages. Take in

the timeless landscapes, and let your inner adventurer go

wild at the ancient Angkor jungle temples, a designated


“The cruise/tour surpassed all our expectations. Each

day’s excursions and the knowledgeable guides provided

countless, first-hand opportunities to experience multiple

facets of Vietnam and Cambodia. Every day, we wondered

if we had died and gone to heaven! In short, the cruise/tour

was outstanding from beginning to end!”

– Eileen Donoghue, 2 October 2013

“Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong”

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DELICIOUS, ARTFULLY PREPARED CUISINEDiscover the delights of new

cuisines and traditional favourites

with a variety of dining options

sure to please even the most

discerning palate.

◀ Apsara dancers in Angkor Wat, Cambodia

TRANSPORTATION, FLIGHTS, AND TRANSFERSTake comfort knowing that your

transportation needs are covered

throughout your entire journey,

including intra-Asia flights, airport

transfers, and private check-in

service at all hotels.

CULTURAL ENRICHMENT EXPERIENCESEnjoy Welcome and Farewell

Dinners onshore, as well as a

traditional Cambodian Apsara dance

performance while in Siem Reap.

CAPTIVATING “INSIDER’S VIEW” EXCURSIONSWith no more than 20 guests in a

group and the masterful guidance

of your Uniworld Cruise/Tour

Manager and local experts, you’ll

enjoy more intimate, authentic,

and immersive excursions.

VIP BENEFITS ONBOARD AND ONSHOREExclusive VIP benefits—including

private check-in at each hotel,

welcome drinks, fruit platters and

flowers upon arrival, a bathrobe

embroidered with your initials,

and more—will make your trip

extra special.

A world of inclusions in Vietnam & Cambodia

GRACIOUS HOSPITALITY ONSHORE AND ONBOARDWhether onshore or onboard,

you will be treated to an intimate

experience with the most gracious

and attentive service to ensure

you have the trip of a lifetime.


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THE MATCHLESS MEKONG, MEANING “MOTHER OF WATER”For thousands of years, the Mekong has been an

important trade route between the many villages along

its shores. Today, more than 60 million people in Vietnam

and Cambodia depend on this river for their livelihood

and it is home to more species of large fish than any

other river in the world. Now you can visit the peaceful

villages along this as-yet untamed river and delight in

the unique natural beauty of the magic Mekong onboard

Uniworld’s River Orchid.

Life along the Mekong may seem far removed from the

hustle and bustle of the everyday, but on this once-in-

a-lifetime journey, you’ll get the chance to meet with a

local family and see their village through their eyes. You

may even be invited into their home, where you can see

someone weaving silk scarves and table linens on the

family’s loom, just as has been done for generations.

SMALL GROUPS OF NO MORE THAN 20You will visit many villages and floating markets by

boarding a traditional sampan directly from your cruise

ship. Onboard your sampan, you’ll often be served fresh

fruits and beverages while your Cruise/Tour Manager

and local experts guide you to destinations that lie off

the beaten path. With a small group of no more than

20 people, you’ll enjoy authentic, immersive experiences

that are designed to give you a complete understanding

of the local culture and the way of life along the river.

This means that whether you’re touring an astounding

temple or learning about the medicinal uses of indigenous

fruits and plants from local villagers, you’ll have genuine

experiences every step of the way.

AN INTIMATE EXPERIENCE ONBOARDUniworld’s commitment to intimacy extends to your

shipboard experience as well. The River Orchid boasts no

more than 58 guests at a time, which means you will be

treated to gracious and personalised service. The staff

onboard the River Orchid will be there to ensure you have

everything you need—morning, noon, and night. Whether

you are sitting on the spacious sun deck being served

a refreshing complimentary beverage as you watch the

passing scenery or you are listening to an enlightening

lecture, your staff will stand ready to make your stay as

special and comfortable as can be.

DISCOVER THE RHYTHMS OF THE COUNTRYSIDECruising along the Mekong takes you back in time to

another century, where the rhythms of the countryside

remain unchanged. Travellers who wish to go with the

flow of the river and experience a more rigorous type

of adventure will find that a journey along the Mekong

through Vietnam and Cambodia is certain to leave a

lasting impression on both your heart and mind for

years to come.

For more information on the ship, see pages 56–57.

Sail back through the centuries along the Mekong

◀ Wat Hanchey, Cambodia ▶ Chau Doc, Vietnam

TWO COMPLETELY DIFFERENT WORLDS

JOINED BY ONE LIFE-GIVING RIVER CREATE AN

AMAZING JOURNEY FOR THOSE WHO CRAVE

A MORE ADVENTUROUS AND EXPEDITIONARY

TYPE OF TRAVEL.


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VICTORIA ANGKOR RESORT & SPASIEM REAP, CAMBODIA

The graceful colonial architecture of this hotel perfectly embodies the

comfort, elegance, and refinement of the French art de vivre tradition.

One of the most beautiful hotels in Siem Reap, offering an intimate

encounter with Cambodian culture, while never skimping on luxury.

Guest rooms feature rich hardwood floors, bamboo accents, and private

balconies with lush garden and pool views. A special treat awaits: an

embroidered bathrobe with your name to use and take home.

PARK HYATT SAIGONHO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAM

Experience the essence of the modern Vietnamese lifestyle at this

five-star hotel—considered to be the best in the city—which provides

a tranquil urban oasis.

The rooms at the Park Hyatt blend sophisticated design and décor with

modern comforts, including baths with walk-in rain showers, and beds

with plush pillows and duvets.

INTERCONTINENTAL HANOI WESTLAKEHANOI, VIETNAM

Superbly situated on the serene waters of Westlake and adjacent to

the famous 800-year-old Golden Lotus Pagoda, this hotel offers a

breathtaking retreat.

All rooms at the InterContinental feature contemporary Vietnamese

furnishings, expansive spa-like baths with soaking tub, and spacious private

balconies with superb views of tranquil Westlake, the hotel pool, and the

Hanoi skyline. In the evening, make sure to stroll across the romantic torch-

lit bridge to the hotel’s Sunset Bar, which is set on its own island.

◀ Pool Bar, Park Hyatt Saigon, Vietnam

Stay at five-star hotels in Vietnam & Cambodia


At Uniworld, we—like Confucius—delight in entertaining

honoured guests from distant quarters; that’s why we

plan each included meal to delight and satisfy all your

senses. Whether you’re dining onboard, at an onshore

restaurant or hotel, or experiencing a special-themed

dinner, you will savour expertly prepared dishes served

in surroundings that encourage dining camaraderie and

cultural exchange.

Asia’s many cuisines are varied and sophisticated,

but your options are not confined to Vietnamese and

Cambodian foods. Plentiful breakfast buffets onboard

and at your hotels onshore offer an array of dishes from

around the world that are carefully prepared to please

every palate. Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks

are served with dinner onboard and at the various dinner

venues in Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, and Siem Reap.

AUTHENTIC DINING EXPERIENCESYou’ll indulge in a variety of dining options in authentic

settings, so you can fully experience the culture and

cuisine of the region. One such highlight is an Apsara

dance show with dinner in Cambodia’s Siem Reap. This

traditional Khmer dance form is better described as a

“dance-drama” because it conveys a story. The Apsara

dance is made up of four main modern genres of

traditional Khmer dance. While watching the show, you’ll

enjoy a typical Cambodian meal.

◀ Spring roll with shrimp and glass noodles ▶ Chef onboard the River Orchid

Discover new cuisines in culturally rich settings

APSARA DANCE SHOW DINNER

Sample Menu

Complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks

served during dinner

APPETIZER

Green Mango Salad with Smoked Fish

Fresh Spring Rolls in Peanut Sauce

SOUP

Cambodian Vegetable Kor Koh Soup

with Coconut Cream

MAIN COURSE

Marinated Grilled Beef with Lemongrass Skewers

Baked Fish Amok in Banana Leaves

BBQ Chicken with Ya Horn Sauce

Stir-Fried Kailan with BBQ Pork

Fried Vegetables with Oyster Sauce

Siem Reap Steamed Rice

DESSERT

Symphony of Khmer Sweets with Fresh Fruit

Fresh-Brewed Coffee and Tea“IS IT NOT DELIGHTFUL TO HAVE FRIENDS

COMING FROM DISTANT QUARTERS?” SO

WROTE CONFUCIUS 2,500 YEARS AGO.

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SA DEC, VIETNAMThis town showcases Vietnamese

daily life and is home to the Huynh

Thuy Le house, immortalised by

French novelist Marguerite Duras

in her novel The Lover.

PHNOM PENH, CAMBODIACambodia’s capital and largest city

was once known as the “Pearl of

Asia” for its gleaming French colonial

architecture, its Royal Palace, and its

National Museum.

SIEM REAP, CAMBODIAThis provincial capital city that

blends Chinese and French colonial

architecture is the gateway to the

UNESCO-designated Angkor temple

complex, the most recognisable

landmark in Cambodia and the

largest religious monument in

the world.

HO CHI MINH CITY, VIETNAMThe former Saigon, once both a

French colonial capital and the

capital of South Vietnam, is a

modern, bustling metropolis whose

sights reflect its varied past.

HANOI, VIETNAMAmong the major highlights of this

charming capital city are the One

Pillar Pagoda and the Thang Long

water puppet show.

THE MEKONG RIVERThe languid Mekong flows for

4,184 kilometres from central China

to the South China Sea, giving life

to Cambodia, Vietnam, and four

other countries.

Uncover the treasures of Vietnam & Cambodia

◀ Siem Reap, Cambodia


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◀ Buddhist temple at Royal Palace, Luang Prabang, Laos

Add more intrigue to Vietnam & Cambodia with optional extensions

A$1,999 per person(Single supplement A$750)

Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that begin or end in Ho Chi Minh City.

A$1,150 per person(Single supplement A$475)

Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that begin or end in Ho Chi Minh City.

A$725 per person(Single supplement A$375)

Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that begin or end in Hanoi.


1 night at the Novotel Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (or similar)

3 nights at the Villa Maly (or similar) in Luang Prabang

Breakfast daily


Guided city tour

English-speaking expert

All transfers, transportation, and intra-Asia flights


3 nights at the InterContinental Bangkok (or similar)

Breakfast daily


Guided tour


All transfers, transportation, and intra-Asia flights


1 night at the InterContinental Hanoi Westlake (or similar)

1 night on a luxury junk in an outside stateroom with all meals onboard

Breakfast daily


Visit to Sung Sot Cave and floating village


All transfers

LUANG PRABANG, LAOSSpiritually mesmerising. Soulfully satisfying.

The ancient capital city of Luang Prabang will leave

you spellbound. After spending four glorious days

among its rolling landscapes, tree-lined streets, and

swooping golden-roofed temples, you’ll see why

UNESCO declared the town a World Heritage Site

in 1995.

BANGKOK, THAILANDDiscover the vibrance of cosmopolitan Bangkok.

Tuk-tuks zoom down busy streets. Brilliant sunlight

glints off gilded Buddhas. Fragrant spices fill the air

at the city’s markets, and lively music pours from

neon-lit nightclubs filled with locals and travellers

alike. Your Uniworld journey to Thailand’s capital

city provides the perfect mix of guided and leisure

exploration before or after your Vietnam and

Cambodia adventure.

HA LONG BAY, VIETNAMGlide across the emerald waters of Ha Long Bay.

Ha Long Bay is a unique wonder of the natural

world—a precious open-air geological museum and

UNESCO World Heritage Site. An exploration of the

bay and its islands is the perfect way to launch or

conclude your “Timeless Wonders” trip.


From

A$6,653

Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia

& the MekongHo Chi Minh City to Hanoi | 15 Days


TRAVEL

7-night Mekong River cruise in a riverview stateroom onboard the River Orchid*

7 nights in deluxe hotels, including buffet breakfast and all service charges, taxes, and porterage*


All transportation throughout your trip, including flights within Vietnam and Cambodia


TASTE


Complimentary wine, local beer and spirits, soft drinks, coffee, and tea throughout the cruise

Welcome and Farewell Dinners with live entertainment onshore

EXPLORE



State-of-the-art portable audio-headset system on all excursions throughout your trip

EXPERIENCE

Private check-in with a welcome drink at each hotel

Onshore cultural highlights: Apsara dance with dinner and Thang Long water puppet show


Note: While the River Orchid is a friendly and comfortable ship, its amenities may differ from those of a Uniworld company-owned ship.


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7-NIGHT MEKONGRIVER CRUISE

◀ Angkor Wat, Cambodia ▲ Phnom Penh, Cambodia

FLIGHTCRUISELANDNIGHTS ONSHORE# UNESCO SITE

THE WEDGE OF SOUTHEAST ASIA OCCUPIED BY VIETNAM AND CAMBODIA IS A PLACE OF DELIGHTFUL CONTRASTS.

From the lively and ever-changing cities of Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh

City, and Phnom Penh, to the floating villages of the Mekong,

where life is still lived much like it was centuries ago, you’ll be

treated to an up-close view of two amazing countries.

Running the gamut from ancient to modern, rural to urban,

forested mountains to arable plains, Vietnam and Cambodia

truly have something to delight every traveller’s desire.

Modern-history buffs will find fascinating and terrifying

remnants of the ravages of war, from the Cu Chi Tunnels in

Ho Chi Minh City to the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. Nature

enthusiasts will revel in the singular beauty of the Mekong.

And the adventuresome will delight in Cambodia’s UNESCO-

designated Angkor Wat temple complex, including the jungle-

covered Ta Prohm.

Throughout your journey, enjoy a plethora of authentic

experiences. Visit colourful Vietnamese floating markets

and homes by way of a traditional sampan. Take a cyclo ride

through Phnom Penh, with its wide boulevards and French-

infused architecture. Receive a water blessing from local

monks while at a beautifully situated temple complex with

incredible views of the Mekong. Be treated to a traditional

Apsara dance performance during dinner in Siem Reap.

These experiences and more offer you a chance to discover

the sights, the sounds, and the tastes of two countries joined

by one river.


Travellers who crave a more rigorous and expeditionary type

of travel experience will enjoy cruising along the Mekong River

through Vietnam and Cambodia.

Ho Chi Minh City to Hanoi DAY PORT/CITY

1 Ho Chi Minh City

2 Ho Chi Minh City

3 Ho Chi Minh City, transfer to

My Tho (embark)

4 Cai Be, Sa Dec

5 Chau Doc, Chau Phong Island,

cruising the Mekong River

6 Phnom Penh

7 Phnom Penh

8 Cruising the Tonle Sap River,

Kampong Chhnang, cruising

the Mekong River

9 Kampong Cham, Wat Hanchey

10 Kampong Cham (disembark),

transfer to Siem Reap

11 Siem Reap

12 Siem Reap

13 Siem Reap, fly to Hanoi

14 Hanoi

15 Hanoi, transfer to the airport


Jan 7, 11,* 21, 25*

Feb 4, 8,* 18, 22*

Mar 4, 8,* 18, 22*

Jun 3, 7,* 17, 21*

Jul 1, 5,* 15, 19,* 29

Aug 2,* 12, 16,* 26, 30*

Sep 9, 13,* 23, 27*

Oct 7, 11,* 21, 25*

Nov 4, 8,* 18, 22*

Dec 2, 6,* 16, 20,* 30

*On these dates, the cruise/tour operates from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Please visit uniworldcruises.com.au for reverse itinerary.




◀ The Huc Bridge on Hoan Kiem Lake, Hanoi, Vietnam

Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the MekongHo Chi Minh City to Hanoi | 15 Days

DAY 1 bHo Chi Minh City

Arrive at the airport, where you will be greeted by a Uniworld representative who will transfer you to the tranquil Park Hyatt Saigon hotel.

DAY 2 b BB WD Ho Chi Minh City

FEATURED EXCURSION: Ho Chi Minh City tour

Start the day off with a tour of the city’s incredible French Colonial architecture, followed by a visit to the Reunification Palace. A Welcome Dinner with complimentary wine at a beautifully decorated local restaurant caps off your day.

DAY 3 b e BB L D Ho Chi Minh City, transfer to My Tho

FEATURED EXCURSION: Cu Chi Tunnels

Enter the astonishing system of underground passages that stretch to the Cambodian border. Then head to My Tho to embark on your memorable Mekong River journey. Enjoy a Welcome Reception and a Vietnamese-Themed Dinner onboard.

DAY 4 S BB L D

Cai Be, Sa Dec

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Cai Be sampan cruise, An Kiet House, rice-paper and candy-making shop, Sa Dec canal cruise, brick and rice factories, and Huynh Thuy Le House

Sail aboard a sampan for a tour of the historic An Kiet House. Next, visit a small family-run factory in Cai Be that makes candies, rice paper, and popped rice. Later in Sa Dec, visit a factory where bricks and tiles are made with Mekong Delta clay and fired with rice husks. Then walk through the busy Sa Dec market to the one-time home of Huynh Thuy Le, made famous by Marguerite Duras’s novel The Lover.

DAY 5 S BB L D

Chau Doc, Chau Phong Island, cruising the Mekong River

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Chau Doc harbour cruise and visit to Cham tribal village with fish farm

Join the locals in lively Chau Doc harbour as your sampan cruises among the traditional floating markets. Visit a Cham tribal village and a local fish farm. Then relax onboard your ship in the afternoon as it sets sail for the Cambodian border.

DAY 6 BB L D

Phnom Penh

FEATURED EXCURSION: Phnom Penh city tour

The ship will dock in Cambodia’s capital, Phnom Penh, where you’ll enjoy a morning cyclo tour. Visit the Royal Palace’s Throne Hall and Silver Pagoda, which contains thousands of artefacts, including jewel-encrusted Buddhas, and features a floor tiled with pure silver. Then it’s on to the National Museum to see Angkor artefacts.

DAY 7 b BB L D

Phnom Penh

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Choeung Ek Memorial Stupa and grounds, and Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum

Cambodia’s grievous experience under the Khmer Rouge regime is revealed at the Killing Fields of Choeung Ek. You will visit this memorial and the Tuol Sleng Genocide Museum.

DAY 8 S BB L D

Cruising the Tonle Sap River, Kampong Chhnang, cruising the Mekong River

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Tonle Sap River cruise and Kampong Chhnang exploration cruise

Your ship will cruise along the scenic Tonle Sap River to Kampong Chhnang, a busy floating village. After your tour, relax on the ship’s sun deck and enjoy the stunning sunset.

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Included in your 3-day stay:1 night in Hanoi | 1 night on a luxury junk in an outside stateroom with all meals onboard | Breakfast daily | All service charges, taxes, and porterage | Visit to Sung Sot Cave and floating village | English-speaking expert | All transfers

Included in your 4-day stay:3 nights in Bangkok | Breakfast daily | All service charges, taxes, and porterage | Guided tour | English-speaking expert | All transfers, transportation, and intra-Asia flights

Included in your 5-day stay:1 night at the Bangkok airport | 3 nights in Luang Prabang | Breakfast daily | All service charges, taxes, and porterage | Guided city tour | English-speaking expert | All transfers, transportation, and intra-Asia flights

A$725 per person(Single supplement A$375)Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that begin or end in Hanoi.Please see page 51 for more details.

Ha Long Bay, Vietnam

A$1,150 per person(Single supplement A$475)Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that begin or end in Ho Chi Minh City.Please see page 51 for more details.

Bangkok, Thailand

A$1,999 per person(Single supplement A$750)Note: This extension is for cruise/tours that begin or end in Ho Chi Minh City.Please see page 51 for more details.

OPTIONAL PRE- OR POST-CRUISE/TOUR EXTENSIONS

Luang Prabang, Laos

PAY-IN-FULL SAVINGS




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Single

Supplement†

River Orchid 7, 11,* 21, 25* Jan A$7,099 A$154 A$7,253 A$3,4254, 8,* 18, 22* Feb A$7,099 A$154 A$7,253 A$3,4254, 8* Mar A$6,999 A$154 A$7,153 A$3,42518 Mar A$6,849 A$154 A$7,003 A$3,42522* Mar A$6,699 A$154 A$6,853 A$3,4253, 7,* 17, 21* Jun A$6,499 A$154 A$6,653 A$3,4251, 5,* 15, 19,* 29 Jul A$6,499 A$154 A$6,653 A$3,4252,* 12, 16,* 26 Aug A$6,499 A$154 A$6,653 A$3,42530* Aug A$6,499 A$154 A$6,653 A$3,4259 Sep A$6,499 A$154 A$6,653 A$3,42513,* 23 Sep A$6,699 A$154 A$6,853 A$3,42527* Sep A$6,799 A$154 A$6,953 A$3,4257, 11* Oct A$6,899 A$154 A$7,053 A$3,42521, 25* Oct A$7,099 A$154 A$7,253 A$3,4254, 8,* 18, 22* Nov A$7,099 A$154 A$7,253 A$3,4252, 6,* 16, 20,* 30 Dec A$7,099 A$154 A$7,253 A$3,425

CATEGORY UPGRADE

Add the following per-person twin share price to upgrade to a higher category stateroom:

Category 2 A$325Category 1 A$799Suite A$2,550

Please see Deck Plan on page 57.•PortCharges:A$154perperson •CambodianAirportdeparturetax:A$37perperson •PricesshownaboveincludecruiseinCategory3,doubleoccupancy.

•Internationalairfareisnotincludedinthepriceslistedabove. •Pay-in-FullSavings requires full payment at time of booking. Early Booking Savings requires a deposit at time of booking. Pay-in-Full and Early Booking Savings cannotbecombined. •Abovepricesincludeallintra-tourairflights.

* On these dates, cruise/tour operates from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City. Please visit uniworldcruises.com.au for reverse itinerary.

† Single supplement applies for single accommodation.Note: Order of sightseeing may change throughout the itinerary. Substitute visits to other sites may occur during your trip due to water levels or other uncontrollable factors.

DAY 9 b BB L D Kampong Cham, Wat Hanchey

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Phnom Pros and Phnom Srey Monastery, and Wat Hanchey

Today in Kampong Cham, visit the monasteries where monkeys frolic among massive Buddhas. Then explore the hilltop pagoda, Wat Hanchey. Eighth-century Wat Hanchey has wonderful views of the Mekong; stroll among the ancient and modern buildings, and then receive a traditional water blessing from the local monks. In the evening, indulge in a special Cambodian-Themed Dinner.

DAY 10 e b BB L

Kampong Cham, transfer to Siem Reap

FEATURED EXCURSION: Siem Reap city tour via remork

Disembark and transfer to the Victoria Angkor Resort & Spa. Before checking in, enjoy lunch at a restaurant. Then hop on a remork for a tour of the city.

DAY 11 u b BB Siem Reap

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Angkor Wat and Angkor Thom

You’ll begin your day at Angkor Wat, the most recognisable landmark in Cambodia and the largest religious monument in the world. Today’s expedition encompasses the south gate of Angkor Thom, once the capital of the Khmer empire, and the pyramid temple of Bayon with its iconic carved heads. The afternoon ends with a walk around Baphuon Temple, the Terrace of the Elephants, and the moss-encrusted Terrace of the Leper King.

Note: Order of sightseeing may change on day 11 and 12. Temple visits are subject to change due to factors beyond our control.

DAY 12 u b BB D

Siem Reap

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Banteay Srei and Ta Prohm

Today, you’ll visit Banteay Srei—considered to be the pinnacle of artistic achievement at Angkor—and Banteay Samré. In the afternoon, you’ll see the temple of Ta Prohm, which has been overtaken by the jungle; tentacle-like tree roots spill over millennium-old roofs, enveloping the entire structure. Enjoy a traditional Apsara dance performance during dinner.

DAY 13 b d BB

Siem Reap, fly to Hanoi

Enjoy free time in Siem Reap before your flight to Hanoi. Then, check into the elegant and serene InterContinental Hanoi Westlake hotel.

DAY 14 b BB L FD

Hanoi

FEATURED EXCURSIONS: Hanoi city tour, Thang Long water puppet show, “Hanoi Hilton,” and colonial Hanoi cyclo tour

Visit the famous One Pillar Pagoda during your tour of the city. You’ll also see the “Hanoi Hilton.” After lunch, step into a cyclo for an exciting tour of the colonial district and attend a water puppet show. Be treated to a Farewell Dinner with complimentary wine at one of Hanoi’s most charming establishments.

DAY 15 b CB/BB

Depart Hanoi

Transfer to the airport for your flight home, or continue your tour with a Ha Long Bay optional extension program.


Vietnam & Cambodia River Cruise Ship

◀ River Orchid on Mekong River

INTIMATE AND AUTHENTIC

The River Orchid is handcrafted in French Colonial

style to furnish our guests with an authentic cruising

experience along the Mekong River. The intimate scale

of the ship, which carries no more than 58 guests,

assures each guest the best in personalised service.

Staterooms are designed with French doors that

open to a shared promenade, where you can further

enjoy the passing scenery. Staterooms offer all the

conveniences needed to ensure a comfortable stay,

with plenty of storage space, a vanity, individually

controlled air-conditioning, and bottled water.

Bathrooms are outfitted with comfy robes, slippers,

soothing bath amenities, and a hair dryer.

Relax on the sun deck while enjoying complimentary

coffee, tea, soft drinks, local beer and spirits, and wine

throughout the day. And each evening, complimentary

wine, local beer, and soft drinks are served with dinner.

Additionally, all meals onboard provide a variety of

culinary options.

Become more familiar with the history and culture

of the region by attending the informative lectures

offered by your Cruise/Tour Managers. Life onboard

your ship is quiet and peaceful, designed to give you

the most authentic experience possible.

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Inaugurated: 2013 | Length: 51.2 m | Width: 10.2 m | Guests: 58 | Staff: 28 | Suites: 2 (21.5 sq m) | Staterooms: 27 (15.6 sq m) | Voltage: 220 volts

River Orchid

Facilities and Amenities Onboard

STATEROOM AMENITIES:

All riverview staterooms have hotel-style beds draped in fine linens with a

menu of pillow options. Staterooms also feature vanities, built-in closets,

under-the-bed storage, safes, individually controlled air-conditioning, and

bottled water. Bathrooms are stocked with fine bath and body products,

hair dryers, bathrobes, and slippers.

Suites offer additional special amenities.

PUBLIC AREAS:

Public areas onboard the ship include a panoramic restaurant, lecture and

movie room, Sun Deck with full-service bar, and spa for massage treatments.

▲ Clockwise from top-left: Suite; Sun Deck service; Spa treatment room; Restaurant


Your Asia Brochure was designed to highlight what

Uniworld offers in 2015, but we have much more to

share. Discover a world of wonderful benefits

online at uniworldcruises.com.au.

BEFORE YOU CRUISE

Our commitment to provide you with the best

travel experience starts with our Express

Check-In process. Great benefits include:

A trip tailor-made for you. Knowing your

individual needs and preferences before you

travel helps us to better personalise your trip,

including anticipating special dietary needs

and bedding options.

Find helpful information, tips, and exclusive

savings on travel-related goods and services.

HELPFUL INFORMATION

In addition to your Cruise Companion booklet, you

can also access helpful information about your trip

under the “Before You Go” section on our website.

Here you can find online cruise guides for your

itinerary and valuable information regarding what

to pack, flights and transfers, onboard amenities,

day-to-day travel, and so much more.

STAY CURRENT

Keep up-to-date with what’s new at Uniworld.

Learn more about our new exquisite Super Ship,

S.S. Maria Theresa, sailing the Rhine, Main, and

Danube rivers in Europe. Watch one of the many

videos on our website, and hear about special

announcements and value-added savings.

FIND US ON UNIWORLD’S SOCIAL NETWORKS

Share your opinions and interact with other like-

minded travellers on any number of our social

network communities, including our very own

Uniworld Community Centre. Benefits include:

Meet fellow travellers before your cruise, and

stay connected with them after your cruise.

Join discussions centred around specific

itineraries.

Answer each other’s questions, and offer

travel and trip-planning tips, reading

suggestions, and more.

Discuss any topic related to Uniworld and

write about your trip, sharing your experiences

with other potential travellers.

Upload your Uniworld cruise photos and videos.

VISIT US ON SOCIAL NETWORK SITES:

The world at your fingertips

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◀ River Countess Il Castillo Lounge ▶ Rhône River in Lyon, France

OUR COMMITMENT TO RESPONSIBLE TOURISM

Uniworld is proud to provide our guests with

amazing trips to some of the world’s most beautiful

and inspiring places. It is this pride that inspires

our commitment to responsible tourism practices

that help to ensure the very places we love remain

beautiful. Uniworld understands that respecting

and protecting the places in which we live and

travel will create a better world for future

generations to enjoy.

TREADRIGHT FOUNDATION

Uniworld is part of a joint initiative by The Travel

Corporation’s family of brands called the TreadRight

Foundation—a not-for-profit organisation working

to ensure the environment and communities where

we travel remain vibrant for future generations.

To date, TreadRight has committed more than

$2 million to projects worldwide, and encourages

industry best practices through support of the

World Travel & Tourism Council's Tourism for

Tomorrow Awards, The Travel Foundation, and

Tourism Cares.

Visit TreadRight.org for more information.

WHOLE WORLD WATER

Nearly 1 billion people do not have access to clean,

safe drinking water. WHOLE WORLD Water is a

campaign designed to unite the hospitality and

tourism industry with the goal of raising $1 billion

to eradicate this problem. More than a fundraising

initiative, this is a revolutionary way of doing

business. By partnering with WHOLE WORLD

Water, Uniworld has committed to removing all

disposable water bottles from all company-owned

ships. We provide our guests with their own

personal water bottle to take with them on

excursions and back home, so no plastic water

bottles are used. Additionally, Uniworld will donate

$1 per guest on company-owned ships to WHOLE

WORLD Water—100% of which will be used to

provide safe drinking water to communities around

the world.

SUSTAINABLE RIVER CRUISING PROJECT

Uniworld has worked closely with TreadRight

and The Travel Foundation, a United Kingdom-

based charity that shares our socio-environmental

values, for the past three years. Together we have

developed the first-of-its-kind Environmental

Sustainability for River Cruising guide, offering best

practices to river cruise operators worldwide on

how to operate with as little environmental impact

as possible. The guide is designed to support the

river cruise tourism industry around the world in

working towards a sustainable future by identifying

strategies that reduce water and energy use and

waste generation on river cruise ships.

TreadRight Foundation


▶ River Baroness in Les Andelys, France

With the Uniworld “Gold Seal Protection” Policy,

Uniworld will provide you with 100% of the Uniworld

cancellation penalties in the form of a future cruise

credit certificate, should you cancel your cruise/tour

prior to your original scheduled flight departure date

from Australia. Cancellation penalties are reimbursed

in the form of a Uniworld Cruise Certificate allowing

you a two (2) year credit to travel with us at a later

date. Please note that to be eligible for the “Gold Seal

Protection,” you must enrol and pay for the policy at

the time you make your initial deposit. The certificate

is issued in the event of cancellation and is valid for

travel within two years from the date of issue, is non-

transferable, non-refundable and may not be redeemed

for cash. Uniworld Gold Seal Protection policy does not

cover airfare.

Uniworld Gold Seal ProtectionCoverage for cancellation for only A$89 per person

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We at Uniworld want to do everything we can to make sure your trip is enjoyable and worry-free. As part of that commitment, we are including the following information about your trip. Please read these pages carefully, as payment of a deposit represents an acceptance of the Uniworld Booking Conditions.

YOUR TRIPYour cruise reservation will be confirmed on receipt of a non-refundable deposit of A$500 per person, per cruise which must be within seven (7) days of booking or the reservation willautomaticallybecancelled:

RESERVATIONS AND PAYMENT:

DEPOSIT FINAL PAYMENT

A$500 per person per cruise At least 90 days prior to departure from Australia

Uniworld reserves the right to cancel the reservation and impose cancellation charges should payments not be received within the above specified periods.

Your Agent shall, on the receipt of any monies, hold such monies for each and every person named in the booking until the booking is confirmed at which times those monies shall be remitted promptly by your Agent to us. All such monies received by us will be deposited as required by law. We will be entitled to keep for each account any interest earned on such monies. It is a condition of our confirmation of your booking and acceptance of your deposit in respect of your cruise, that all monies paid by you to us through your Agent, whether by way of deposit or otherwise in respect of your cruise, may be disbursed by us as and when we see fit or in respect of the services to be provided or fees payable under the cruise program, and the payment of a deposit or otherwise for your cruise, shall be deemed to be a direction to disburse such monies as aforesaid.

Any special meal requirements will be made on a REQUEST basis only. Uniworld cannot GUARANTEE special meal requests nor will it assume any responsibility or liability if passengers’ special meal requests are not fulfilled.

What's Not Included in the Cruise Price: Airfares to and from your destination except where specified; airport/departure taxes; cost of passport and visas; taxes; excess baggage charges; laundry; phone calls; all items of a personal nature; items not included on regular menus; expenses for additional sightseeing not specified in the itinerary; wine or liquor, unless indicated (please refer to Complimentary Beverage Program), meals not detailed in the itinerary; gratuities; and health, accident, baggage, or Gold Seal Protection plans.

Complimentary Beverage Program:

• Complimentaryredandwhitehousewine,draughtbeer,andsoft drinks will be included at dinner while onboard the Century Legend and the Century Paragon. Soft drinks and tea are included for lunches and dinner.

• Complimentaryredandwhitehousewine,draughtbeer,andsoft drinks will be included at dinner while onboard the River Orchid. Complimentary select domestic spirits are available onboard throughout the day at the Bar located on the Sun Deck (excluding premium spirits.)

Transfers: Transfers to/from airports will be provided only for flights arriving/departing on the start/finish day of the cruise (and for extensions/extra nights). There may be a waiting period of up to 2 hours or more unless private car transfers have been purchased. The time limits as shown in the Transfer Guidelines box to the right apply.

Passengers flight details must be given to Uniworld forty-five (45) days prior to departure. If your flight arrangements arrive/depart outside of the above you may purchase a private car transfer from Uniworld or make your own transfer arrangements. Private transfers are only available on the cruise/tour start/end dates. Uniworld will not be responsible for late arrivals or missed transfers due to delayed or cancelled flights, for missed cruise/trip days or for extra costs resulting fromtheforegoing.PLEASENOTE:Yourflightdetailsmustbeprovided to us so that we can book your transfers.

TRANSFER GUIDELINES:Flightsmustarrive/departwithinthefollowingtimelimits:

Arrival Departure

China 24 hours 24 hoursHong Kong 24 hours 24 hoursVietnam 24 hours 24 hoursLaos 24 hours 24 hoursThailand 24 hours 24 hoursExtensions 24 hours 24 hoursExtra Nights 24 hours 24 hours

Porterage/Baggage: Uniworld allows one (1) suitcase, one (1) carry-on bag, and one (1) personal bag (handbag, computer case, etc.) per person onboard our ships and motorcoaches. Airlines may have baggage restrictions; please check with your air carrier before your flight. Keep an eye on your baggage—it is your responsibility throughout the trip. Uniworld is not responsible for loss, theft, or damage to baggage and/or personal belongings.

Gratuities: It is our goal to ensure that the service you receive is as wonderful as the sights you see. Gratuities for the Tour Manager, Cruise Manager and Crew, are not included in the price of your trip. The amount of the gratuity is entirely subject to your satisfaction with your travel experience. Gratuities for the local land experts and drivers during excursions are included.

TRAVEL DOCUMENTSUniworld will send you a document packet approximately forty (40) days prior to departure from Australia, provided that Uniworld receives your completed Passenger Information Form and your booking is paid in full. If you are leaving home earlier, please ask your Travel Agent to request your travel documents in good time.

BOOKING CHANGES AND CANCELLATIONSBooking Changes: A fee of A$35 per person will be charged for any revision or alteration made to a reservation after the booking is confirmed unless the change increases the value of the booking. A change of cruise date or cruise itinerary will be treated as a cancellation, and normal cancellation fees will apply.

Cancellation and Cancellation Fees:

•YourA$500depositisnon-refundableandcannotbeusedasa credit towards a future cruise.

•Noticeof your cancellationmustbe received inwritingbyUniworld. Any change or substitution of a passenger will be deemed a cancellation of the reservation and the applicable cancellation charges will be applied.

•WehopenothingwillcomebetweenyouandyourUniworldholiday. Should you need to cancel your booking or any portion of it, your cancellation must be received in writing. It will be effective on the date of receipt. Cancellation charges, per person and based upon the date of cancellation, are as showninthefollowingbox:

Cancellation NoticeReceived Before Tour Start Date

Cancellation Charges Per Person

90 days or more A$500 nonrefundable deposit89 – 60 days 35% of the fare**59 – 30 days 50% of the fare**Less than 30 days 100% of the fare**No Show 100% of the fare**

**Fare is defined as the cost of any cruise, land or air element purchased from Uniworld. Port charges are fully refundable if they have been paid prior to cancelling your trip.

•These cancellation fees are in addition to any cancellationfees or charges that may be levied by your Travel Agent. There is no refund for unused services or for unused portions of the trip.

REFUNDS AND PENALTIESIllness or Absenteeism: In the event of your withdrawal from a cruise/tour after commencement for reasons of illness, you must obtain a medical certificate in support of any insurance claim. We regret that no refunds can be made for absences from a cruise, including but not limited to missed meals or sightseeing. Uniworld make no representation or guarantees concerning reimbursements of funds paid by you under any insurance claim.

Booking Conditions & Important Information


GENERAL INFORMATION AND CONDITIONSPassport/Visa: A valid passport is required to travel on all Uniworld programs. Passports must be valid for at least six (6) months after the scheduled return date of the trip. You should check with your travel agent or the Australian Consulate Service for information regarding necessary documentation. Non-Australian citizens must contact the appropriate consular office for entry requirements pertaining to your trip.

For entry to China, a single-entry visa is required for all passport holders.

For entry to Tibet, a visa is not necessary, but an entry permit is required for all passport holders. Uniworld will provide a Tibet Entry Permit while on the tour for all guests. In order for us to properly arrange for your Tibet Entry Permit in advance, please email a copy of the photo page of your passport as well as a copy of your China visa to [email protected] no later than forty-five (45) days prior to departure. Please include your name and Uniworld booking number in your email.

A multiple entry visa is required for entry to Vietnam.

For entry to Cambodia, our Tour Manager will take care of obtaining Cambodian visas for each Guest while on the tour. Each Guest will need to provide the Tour Manager with their passport and $50 USD cash per person while on the tour for this purpose. The Tour Manager will then submit all passports to the Cambodian Immigration Authorities and obtain the visas. For southbound Mekong cruises, this will be done at the Siem Reap Airport. For northbound Mekong cruises, this will be done onboard the River Orchid prior to entering Cambodia.

A single entry visa is required for entry to Laos.

Any visa(s) or other documentation required for a particular itinerary is the sole responsibility of the guest. Obtaining and carrying these documents is your sole responsibility. Uniworld will not be responsible for advising and/or obtaining required travel documentation for any passenger, or for any delays, damages and/or losses, including missed portions of your trip, related to improper travel documentation.

Due to government imposed security/immigration measures, passport information and emergency contact information are required for all passengers prior to release documentation.

Advanced, Cancelled, or Delayed Sailing: Uniworld reserves the right to cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled sailing date and may, but is not obligated to, substitute hotels or vessels. Uniworld shall not be liable for any loss to you by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement. In the event of cancellation by Uniworld, your sole right of recourse shall be to obtain a refund of monies paid to Uniworld in connection with such cruise/tour.

Cruise Prices: Prices are based on costs, charges, tariffs, rates, prices, taxes, levies and exchange rates as at 07 March, 2014.

Should the total cruise price increase by more than 10%, passengers will have the right to cancel their cruise within seven (7) days notification of the surcharge without penalty.

No surcharges in respect of cost or currency fluctuations will be made once payment for the deposit of your cruise is received. This does not apply to fuel surcharges and any taxes, charges or levies imposed by any Government or their agencies.

Cruise Participation: Uniworld trips are exciting, relatively active holidays. While there will be plenty of time to relax, there will also be much to see and do. Your included excursions may require an extensive amount of walking over cobblestone streets, uneven pavement and sometimes steps, so please bring any issues regarding your health or mobility to the attention of Uniworld when making your booking as this could greatly impact your holiday experience. In addition, you should know that while river cruise ships are spacious and elegant they may not have elevators. If you are disabled, a companion who will be responsible for providing any required assistance must accompany you, as Uniworld is unable to provide any individual assistance. Uniworld has sole discretion to decline the booking of any passenger whose condition may affect their own health, safety and enjoyment of that of other passengers. Additionally, Uniworld reserves its right to require a current passenger to end their trip for the aforesaid reasons. Uniworld do not recommend their tips for children under 8 years of ages.

Itinerary Changes: You can count on the value of Uniworld’s experience and regional knowledge to make sure you enjoy your cruise/tour even when conditions beyond our control occur. The very nature of a river, its sources, and networks of bridges and locks, means that there will be times when weather or other conditions in a region require Uniworld to make adjustments and/or modifications to an itinerary. Although every effort will be made to keep itineraries, vessels, and hotels as they are shown in the brochure, Uniworld reserves the right to substitute itineraries, hotels or vessels. In such cases, we will do everything we can to make sure the locations visited, the excursions taken and the hotels or vessels offered are similar to the ones originally planned. Any changes to itineraries will not result in eligibility for a refund. Itineraries are subject to change without notice and may need to be altered specifically because of water levels, wind factors, or other conditions.

Extensions/Land Tours: Uniworld reserves the right to reschedule and/or cancel land extensions or land tours if the minimum number of participants (20 people) is not met or for safety reasons. If you, as the Passenger, choose to cancel your pre- or post-cruise extension eighty-nine (89) days or less before departure, then please refer to the Cancellation Policy section for the applicable cancellation policy and penalties that will be applied.

Medical Issues: Uniworld does not employ staff doctors or nurses. Should you need medical attention, it will be at local facilities, at your expense. Uniworld is not responsible for any costs incurred as a result of medical services, or for the quality of medical care or medical services you receive.

Your Asia Cruise: We are confident your river cruise/tour in Asia will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience. Indeed, a cruise on the Mekong or Yangtze Rivers is the most comfortable way to experience these fascinating countries. You will be travelling through a region that is continually changing. Many things are different from those at home, and what you might take for granted in Western countries may not be available during your cruise/tour. To make the most of your cruise/tour holiday in Asia, please take along your spirit of adventure and willingness to be flexible and tolerant. You will be richly rewarded, because this river cruise/tour is more than just a vacation; it’s a unique cultural experience you will remember and talk about for the rest of your life.

Young Travellers: Guests who are less than 18 years of age must be accompanied by an adult who is 21 years of age or older. While we will accept children 4 years of age and older as Guests, it is our long-term experience that most children do not enjoy or appreciate the river cruise experience. There are no special arrangements, activities, medical facilities, or accommodations (unless noted) for children on Uniworld cruise/tour programs. Adults accompanying children are responsible for their behaviour onboard and ashore.

Smoking Policy: For the comfort of all our Guests, smoking is only permitted on the sun decks of our ships. Smoking is not permitted on motorcoaches.

Diets: Please advise the Uniworld reservation agent of specific dietary considerations and we will do our best to accommodate your request. Please also indicate your needs when you complete the Passenger Information Form at uniworldcruises.com.au.

Pets: Pets are not permitted on Uniworld trips.

YOUR CRUISE TICKET CONTRACTTransportation aboard the ship is provided solely by the ship owners and charterers pursuant to the terms and conditions of the cruise ticket contract that you will receive prior to embarkation. A copy of the form of the cruise ticket contract terms and conditions will be provided upon request. Please note that the cruise ticket contract includes a clause specifying the courts of Basel Switzerland as the exclusive forum for resolving disputes. The cruise ticket contract is governed by the law of Switzerland and is subject to limitations of liability and time limits for making claims under the Athens Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by Sea, 1974 (“Athens Convention”) and the International Convention on Limitation of Liability for Maritime Claims, 1976 (“1976 Convention”).

Booking Conditions & Important Information (continued)

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RESPONSIBILITYUniworld Cruises are operated on ships owned or operated by Uniworld, referred to as ‘the operators’. Uniworld River Cruises SA, referred to as the Operators, are the agents for Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Ltd., who have empowered the Operatorsonitsbehalftoundertakethefollowingduties:

1. The Operators shall be responsible to the passenger for supplying the services and accommodations described in this brochure, except where such services cannot be supplied or the itinerary used is changed due to delays or other causes of whatever kind or nature beyond the control of the Operators. In such circumstances, the Operators will do their best to supply comparable services, accommodations and itineraries and there shall be no refund in this connection.

2. This brochure represents the entire agreement between the passenger and the above mentioned Operators.

3. In the absence of their own negligence, neither the Operators nor their agents or cooperating organizations shall be responsible for any cancellations or for acts of any other service providers concerned, diversions or substitution of equipment of any act, variations, postponements, omission or default whatsoever by air carriers, land carriers, hoteliers or hotels, transportation companies, or any other persons providing any of the services and accommodations to passengers including any results thereof, such as changes in services, accommodations or facilities necessitated by same. Nor shall they be liable for any loss or damage to baggage or property, or for injury, illness or death, or for any damages or claims whatsoever arising from loss, negligence or delay from the act, error, omission default or negligence of any person not their direct employee or under their exclusive control, including any act, error, omission, default, or negligence of any country, government or governmental authority, officer or employee. All baggage and personal effects are at all times and in all circumstances at the risk of the passenger. Baggage insurance is recommended. The carriers, hotels and other suppliers who provide services on tour are independent contractors; they are not agents, employees or servants of the Operators or their associated companies. The Operators are not responsible for any criminal conduct by third parties.

4. Where the passenger occupies a motorcoach seat fitted with a safety belt, neither the Operators nor their agents or cooperating organizations or service providers concerned will be liable for any injury, illness or death or for any loss or damages or claims whatsoever arising from any accident or incident, if the safety belt is not being worn at the time of such accident or incident.

5. Transportation companies, airlines etc. are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board planes, transportation or conveyances. The passenger contracts in use by the airlines or transportation companies when used shall constitute the sole contract between the airline, transportation company and passenger or purchaser of this tour and the Operators assume no responsibility in this connection. Enrolment in and payment for a tour shall constitute agreement and acceptance by the passenger of the terms and conditions set forth in this brochure which cannot be varied except in writing by an officer of the Company.

6. Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Pty. Ltd., is only responsible for the services of reservations and ticketing. It does not accept any responsibility or liability for any of the acts, omissions or defaults, whether negligent or otherwise, of the operators.

All matters arising in relation to the services provided by Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Ltd., but not in respect of other things, are subject to the law of the State of New South Wales.

7. Every effort is made to ensure brochure accuracy at the time of going to press; however Uniworld cannot be held responsible for printing or typographical errors, or errors arising from unforeseen circumstances. We reserve the right to make corrections as required.

8. All bookings made with any provider of any transport, facilities, meals, other goods or of any services are subject to terms and conditions imposed by them.

If you decide that you do not want to visit a country or part of a country you intended to visit because of any law, condition or requirement of any government or governmental authority, official, servant or agent, you are responsible for any costs, expenses, charges, fees, losses or damage incurred as a consequence and any cancellation or amendment fees.

Neither Uniworld nor Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Ltd., accept any responsibility or liability for your acts, omissions, defaults, conduct, state of health, condition or circumstances.

OTHER CONDITIONSIt is your responsibility to comply with the terms, conditions or requirements of any service provider, or any country or governmental authorities, or to bear any costs or losses incurred as a consequence of you not complying with them.

BOOKING ARRANGEMENTSYour booking arrangements are to be made by your Travel Agent and the person affecting the booking shall be deemed to have accepted the booking conditions.

DATA PROTECTION STATEMENTIn order to process your tour booking, Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Ltd., will need to use personal information for you and other passengers included in your booking. This personal information may include each passenger’s name, address, phone number, email address, passport number, credit/debit card number and sensitive information such as health, medical, dietary, mobility, religious or other special requirements. This personal information may be passed on to other suppliers of your travel arrangements in addition to public authorities (such as customs and immigration), security and credit checking organizations, and otherwise as required by law. Similarly, we may also need to provide personal information to contractors who provide services to or for us (e.g., sending mail, processing payments, providing marketing assistance). This may involve sending personal information (including sensitive information) to other countries that may not afford the same level of protection of personal information.

We may also use the personal information you provide us to review and improve the cruises and services that we offer, and to contact you (by post, email and/or telephone) about other cruises/tours and services offered by us, that you may be interested in. If you don’t want to receive this information, or if you want a copy of the personal information we hold about you, write to us at Uniworld River Cruises, Travel House, 35 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction, NSW 2022. We may charge a fee for supplying you with this information as permitted by law.

Please note: In this brochure and in these Booking Conditions, Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Ltd., (ACN 149 428 348) is included in the expressions “Uniworld River Cruises (Aust),” “we,” “us” and “persons” taking advantage of the services offered by Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Ltd., or other persons (if any) included with that person in the booking and that person’s or those persons’ travel agent (if any) are included in the expression “you,” “your” or “passenger.”

Uniworld River Cruises (Australia) Pty. Ltd. (ABN 31 149 428 348)

Travel House,35 Grafton Street, Bondi Junction, N.S.W. 2022

Telephone Numbers SYD Metro area (02) 9028 5199

All other areas 1300 780 231 Fax:(02)90280899 LicenceNo:2TA08711

All Continental Europe cruises are operated by

Uniworld River Cruises SA 9b Boulevard Du Prince Henri,

L-1724 Luxembourg

This brochure supersedes any other current brochure on the market.


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2015 Asia Boutique River Cruises and Tours Schedule

CHINA

Itinerary Page Ship Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Highlights of China & the YangtzeBeijing to Shanghai | 11 Days

20 Century Paragon 12, 19 9, 16, 237, 14, 21, 28

11, 25 9, 16, 30 13, 203, 10, 17, 24

8, 15, 22, 29

Treasures of China & the YangtzeShanghai to Beijing | 12 Days

24 Century Paragon 1, 15 6, 20 10, 24 15, 29 19 2, 9, 16 7, 14, 21

China, Tibet & the YangtzeBeijing to Shanghai | 14 Days

28 Century Legend 10, 24 8, 22 19 3, 24 14 4, 11, 18 9, 16

Grand China & the YangtzeBeijing to Hong Kong | 18 Days

32 Century Legend 15 5, 12, 193, 10, 17, 24

14, 28 12, 26 9 6, 13, 20 11, 18, 25

VIETNAM & CAMBODIA

Itinerary Page Ship Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Timeless Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the MekongHo Chi Minh City to Hanoi | 15 Days

52 River Orchid7, 11,*

21, 25*4, 8,*

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2,* 12, 16,* 26, 30*

9, 13,* 23, 27*

7, 11,* 21, 25*

4, 8,* 18, 22*

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Dates, programs, and itineraries are subject to change. Capacity controlled. *On these dates, cruise/tour operates from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City.


EUROPE and RUSSIA Boutique River Cruises

Uniworld is a proud member of the family-owned The Travel Corporation and is renowned and trusted for its outstanding quality, service, value, reliability, and financial stability. The Travel Corporation provides you with vacations and experiences of a lifetime.

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Travel through Europe and Russia in luxury, comfort, and convenience. Uniworld offers expertly planned itineraries ranging from 8 to 29 days along Europe and Russia’s majestic rivers.

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For more information, please contact your preferred Travel Professional. Call Uniworld in the Sydney metro area at (02) 9028 5199, and for all other areas call 1300 780 231, or visit our website at uniworldcruises.com.au.

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