Asia Cruise - Explore the Gulf of Siam

Itinerary at a Glance

Details and Optional Add-ons

Lying only 30 odd nautical miles off Malaysia's east coast, Tioman Island (or Pulau Tioman) has everything you would expect from a tropical island paradise: mile after mile of coconut palm lined white sand beaches, crystal clear water teeming with marine life, friendly villages and smiling people.
The interior of the island features thick forest land, and is home to many forms of wildlife, including several protected species of mammals on the island, including the Binturong, Long-Tailed Macaque, Slow Loris, Black Giant Squirrel, Red Giant Flying Squirrel, Mouse Deer, Brush Tailed Porcupine and the Common Palm Civet.

Included Expeditions 

Explore the island of Tioman with your expedition team on one of several walks, or simply sit back and enjoy the beautiful beach. The expedition team will run snorkel tours and our sea kayak fleet will be available (weather/conditions permitting). Depending on conditions we have several landing sites to choose from today.

At the mouth of the Terengganu River, this city of 350,000, is surrounded by the South China Sea on three sides. Despite its size, the pace of life here seems unhurried - with the exception of the hustle and bustle of the waterfront where fishmongers haggle over the price of seafood.

The local market, Pasar Payang is another must-see. It is housed in a modern building complete with a shopping arcade and offers visitors a variety of traditional handicrafts such as batik, silk, songket, brocade and brassware, along with fresh produce and 'Keropok Lekor', a local delicacy made from a mixture of fish and sago.

Included Expeditions

Our planned landing site is right in the middle of the city, beside the famous market and a short walk from the historic buildings of China Town. You will easily be able to access this hustling market city throughout the day.

Surrounded by sixty other islands in the Gulf of Thailand, Ko Samui is Thailand's third largest island. Appearing on maps since the time of the Ming Dynasty the island was probably first settled by Malay fisherman and people from Southern China. Historically Ko Samui and its people survived in a subsistence style but that has steadily changed since the 1980's as tourism took over as the main industry on the island. Despite the growth of tourism Ko Samui has not lost its charm, and there are still many undeveloped quiet beaches for your enjoyment.

Included Expeditions

We will take the Zodiacs ashore and land on the less populated side of Ko Samui. From here you can explore the beaches, take a swim, snorkel or wander through the beach side village with its small restaurants and cafes. For shopping, you are welcome to take the included shuttle to Chaweng Beach on the other side of the island.

Ang Thong National Marine Park consists of 42 islands featuring lime stone massifs, tropical rainforests and deserted beaches. This fascinating group of islands, within sight of Ko Samui to the north and west, is geographically different from the other islands in the region. The Ang Thong islands rise from the sea as dramatic walls of rock soaring hundreds of meters high. Besides the many small coves and beautiful beaches, erosion has shaped some interesting formations.

Included Expeditions

We will anchor just outside the Marine Park and our Zodiac fleet will allow us to explore the reefs and islands for the day, both by walking and snorkeling.

 Ko Kut, while officially part of Thailand, sits right on the maritime border with Cambodia. This pristine island of rugged hills inland feature numerous waterfalls and fast flowing streams and the beaches are clean white sand. Many of the local residents still make a living by growing rubber trees and coconut trees, and by fishing, as they have for generations.

Included Expeditions

Our Zodiacs will take you an exploration into the interior of Ko Kut, where we'll follow a meandering mangrove river all the way to a small waterfall. Some walking is required to get to the base of the falls over potentially slippery ground. After returning from the falls, the ship will relocate to a small offshore coral island where we'll enjoy a beach BBQ, as well as snorkeling and swimming in the reef (weather/conditions permitting).

Bangkok boasts some of the country's most visited historical venues such as the Grand Palace, Wat Pho, and Wat Arun. Orion II will be berthed in the city center.

2013 Departure - January 9

Prices are per person based based on double occupancy.
Single supplement is 1.75.

Ctgy	Type	Room Type	Price USD	Sale Price
	B	Ocean Suite	$5135	$3,081
	A	Ocean Suite	$5985	$3,591
	AA	Ocean Suite	$6550	$3,930
	JS	Junior Suite	$7120	$4,272
	DS	Deluxe Suite	$8190	$4,914
	BS	Balcony Suite	$9260	$5,556
	PHS	Penthouse Suite	$10,330	$6,198

• Length: 88 metres
• Beam: 15.3 metres
• Draft: 4.5 metres
• Hull: Ice- strengthened hull for voyages in the Arctic and Antarctic
• Gross Tonnage: 4,077
• Engines: MAN B&W Diesel 2 x 2520 KW
• Speed: 14 knots. Cruise speed 13.5 knots
• Stabilisers: Retractable fin stabilisers
• Manoeuvrability: Bow thrusters
• Built: January 1991. Refitted 2009
• Builder: Cantieri Navale Ferrari (Italy)
• Suites: 50
• Guest Capacity: 100 (twin occupancy).
• Crew: 70
• Elevator: Yes
• Classification: Lloyds
• Regulations: Orion II is built according to the latest international safety regulations, including those of the U.S. Coast Guard, U.S. Public Health, Canadian Arctic Shipping, and St. Lawrence Seaway.
• Additional Craft: 9 Zodiac Heavy Duty MK5
• Communications: Direct-dial satellite telephones; fax; e-mail; Internet access; internal telephone system.
• Registry: Malta