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In October 2020, experience an incredible adventure through Asia and the eastern Pacific with ecruising’s spectacular 25-night SEOUL STOPOVER: Asia to Papua New Guineacruise tour. This remarkable journey from Hong Kong to Sydney showcases the stunning beauty of the Philippines, Palau and Papua New Guinea along the way, kicking off with a bonus 2-night stopover in Seoul.

Your adventure begins on 6 October 2020 with two nights in Korea’s bustling capital courtesy of ecruising and Korea Tourism. Staying exclusively at the luxurious Plaza Hotel in the heart of Seoul, be sure to enjoy dining at one of its six restaurants and exercising at the indoor pool and gym. Or for a real treat, indulge in a Korean facial at the tranquil Belle Spa.

Beyond the hotel, discover the many wonders of South Korea, where 21st century modernity blends effortlessly with the city’s traditional cultural heritage. Start with a half-day tour of Gyeongbokgung Palace, one of the Five Grand Palaces of Seoul, famous for its symbolic architecture of the Joseon Dynasty, nestled amongst breathtaking natural scenery and witness the mesmerising ‘Changing of the Royal Guard’ ceremony. Elsewhere, wander the alleys of the sprawling Gwangjang Market, home to Seoul’s busiest food alley, and treat your tastebuds to delicious kim-chi, fresh seafood and beautiful makgeolli (milky rice wine). Or for a more futuristic fix, marvel at the Dongdaemun Design Plaza , with its curving architecture and rooftop park, take a trip on the high-tech subways and immerse yourself Seoul’s renowned pop culture.

Next stop is Hong Kong where you’ll enjoy two nights at the sublime Rosewood Hotel Hong Kong, which opened its doors earlier this year. Inside its coppery confines you’ll find a splendid contemporary art collection, the exclusive Manor Club, occupying the entire 40th floor, with a lively bar and a games room, no fewer than eight dining options, not to mention 413 beautifully designed rooms and suites, with jaw-dropping views of Hong Kong and Victoria Harbour. It is the perfect base while you spend the next few days exploring one of Asia’s most dynamic and exciting cities, including Victoria Peak, Aberdeen Fishing Villages, the Man Mo Temple and the famed Sheung Wan Dried Food and Herbal Market. And make sure to leave a little extra room in your suitcase for the bargains you are bound to discover in the city’s many shopping malls and markets.

On 10 October prepare for the next phase of your adventure as you embark on a 21-night cruise onboard Silversea Cruises’ flagship, the superbly appointed Silver Muse. Launched in 2017, the ship accommodates just 596 guests and redefines ultra-luxury ocean travel – combining the intimacy of a small ship with spacious all-suite accommodation and the highly personalised, all-inclusive experience that are the luxury cruise operator’s hallmarks.

Be amongst the first Silversea guests to visit exciting new ports – from remote and remarkable islands to tiny towns. In the Philippines, a visit to Coron in the Palawan archipelago – and winner of the best island in the world an incredible three times – never fails to delight, with other highlights including Hundred Islands National Park; Manila, the Philippines’ bustling capital, and the stunning resort island of Boracay.

Further south visit the islands of Palau; New Guinea’s Sepik region with its jaw-dropping coastlines, river systems and mountain ranges; Madang, in the country’s east, claimed by locals to be ‘the prettiest town in the South Pacific’; and the remote, but stunning Papua New Guinean Kivata, Naratu and Conflict Islands. An overnight stopover in Brisbane is a chance to savour some perfectly timed urban perfection in Australia’s northern most State capital, followed by several days of total relaxation at sea, before disembarking in Sydney on 31 October.

Priced from just $11,559* per person twin share, ecruising’s 25-night SEOUL STOPOVER: Asia to Papua New Guinea journey includes one-way international economy airfares from Australia and all accommodation, plus all dining, fine wines, cocktails and a number of other beverages on board Silver Muse, and transfers and tours as per itinerary.

*Subject to availability. Terms and conditions apply.