Asian Odyssey
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| Ocean Suites - B | Ocean Suites - A | Ocean Suites - AA | Junior Suite | Deluxe Suite | Balcony Suite | Penthouse Suite | |
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Day 1 Haiphong, Vietnam (for Hanoi)
Whether you are departing or arriving, Hanoi deserves a longer visit. A city with a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace, an architectural museum piece evolving in harmony with its history. Hanoi has it all: ancient history, a colonial legacy and a modern outlook.
Day 2 Ha Long Bay, Vietnam
Nearly 2000 limestone pinnacles jut out of the jade-coloured sea. The unique atmospherics make for brilliant sunsets and misty mornings. This is a Zodiac exploration paradise.
Day 3 Quan Lan, Vietnam
The pristine beauty of Quan Lan Beach is exclusive to Orion and our guests. Wild green pines flank deep blue waters of this sublime Vietnamese island with beaches, swimming and wilderness.
Day 4 At Sea
At Sea
Day 5 Macau, China
Today this 16th century Portuguese colony is a heady mix of European and Chinese influences. European cobblestone streets and baroque churches meet frenetic Las Vegas style casino action in 21st century skyscrapers towering over merchant’s mansions and narrow alleyways.
Days 6-7 Hong Kong, China
The New York of Asia where spectacular architecture marches up Victoria Island, the Star ferry bears bargain hunters to and from Kowloon and the sunset walk around the Peak is still one of the best in the world. In the steep streets, delicious aromas signal the joyous fusion of every kind of Asian cuisine.
Day 8 At Sea
At Sea
Day 9 Keelung, Taiwan
Keelung has impressive temples, small shrines and shopping malls everywhere. The National Museum has one of the world’s largest collections of Chinese art and the performance calendar is packed at the National Theatre and Concert Hall. Simply bursting with energy and culture.
Day 10 At Sea
At sea
Day 11 Jeju Island, South Korea
This lucky island enjoys warm weather for much of the year so visitors flock to the beaches. A magnet for hikers and scuba divers and those who want to explore Korean culture in one of the many museums.
Day 12 Busan, South Korea
Busan, South Korea, is located on the South easternmost tip of the Korean Peninsula, and faces the Korea Strait. In the 15th century, the Korean government designated Busan to be a trading port with the Japanese. Busan is now the fifth busiest seaport in the world. Some of the restaurants here are locally famous, with family recipes handed down the generations. Jagalchi Market is a great place to find a bargain and nearby crowded Haeundae beach has to be seen to be believed.
Itinerary Notes
CRUISE FARE – WHAT’S INCLUDEDIncluded in your cruise fare are accommodations as booked, cruise transportation, all meals onboard, 24-hour room service, entertainment and educational programmes, use of ship's sporting equipment and facilities, port & handling charges, Zodiac excursions and tender transfers, access to the ship's library, Govt. Fees & Taxes. Fares also include the services of 75 experienced crew.
CRUISE FARE – WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Fares do not include items of a personal nature, including but not limited to: travel and medical insurance, laundry charges, shopping onboard, bar expenses, hair dressing and massage treatments, optional shore experiences, medical treatment, telephone and internet charges.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is 25% trip cost, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure.
Final payment by Visa, Mastercard, Discover, or AmEx.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 100 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 121 days or more | $100 |
| 120-90 days | Deposit |
| 89-0 days | 100% cruise cost |
Orion II
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 100
- Luxury Expedition Ship
Orion II is a private yacht-like expedition cruise ship built in Italy. After a number of years as a private yacht, Orion II was relaunched in 2009 following an extensive technical refit. Little expense was spared with this stylish, Italian built, all-suite Mega Yacht. Orion II now offers the finest standards in small-ship cruise travel. She also has an ice-strengthened hull for voyages in the Arctic and Antarctic and is fitted with stabilizers.
The expedition equipment includes Zodiacs and fast tenders to deliver the Orion expedition experience. Combining luxury and service will require staffing by 68 offices and crew to serve Orion II’s capacity of 100 guests. Excellence of design, craftsmanship and quality materials combined with Orion II’s spaciousness and intimate ambience make her ideal for distinctive cultural and expedition voyages.
Life on Board the Orion II
Accommodation onboard Orion II comprises of 50 Suites.
Every room offers you ocean views and is appointed with a sitting area or separate living room, twin or queen-size beds and marble bathrooms. All rooms offer conveniences such as ample storage space, complementary 24-hour room service, a flat screen TV, DVD/CD player, internet connectivity, air conditioning, a personal safe, hairdryer and a mini-refrigerator continuously stocked with complimentary bottled water.
Dining Aboard the Orion II
The goal of the Orion is to create a unique experience in everything and theaward-winning cuisine exemplifies this. Desiring more than “cruise ship fare”, she has initiated a partnership ‘The Bathers’ Pavilion’ to create a gourmet dining experience to rival the best boutique restaurants in the world. The focus is on quality produce, locally sourced from the regions you are visiting. Orion II’s alternatives menu will be inspired by Asian culinary traditions allowing you to sample from each menu at your whim.
Whether you are a fan of gourmet menus served in the restaurant, or the deluxe seafood barbeques served on the stern deck under warm and starry skies, the flavours of your voyage will linger on your palate long after you have disembarked.
Boutique
Open daily when the ship is at sea, the Boutique offers a wide range of gifts ranging from signature clothing to the most beautiful pearls in the world from Paspaley. A limited supply of sundry items is available.
Elevator
Orion II has an elevator centrally located in the atrium for ease of access. It services decks 2 to 6.
Gymnasium and Health Spa
Located on Deck 3 with sweeping ocean views, the gymnasium is equipped with the following LifeFitness equipment: a step machine, a treadmill, a cross trainer, 2 bicycles, free weights and exercise mats. A range of massage/spa treatments are also available.
Hair and Beauty Salon
Your hair stylist is available by appointment, offering a range of services from a simple shampoo and blow dry to a complete make-over including manicure and pedicure.
Hospital & Infirmary
Orion II has a doctor on board at all times and consultations should be arranged through the Reception Desk. A very limited range of pharmaceuticals is maintained on board so please be sure to pack sufficient quantities of medicines for your journey. Please note the Australian Medicare system does not extend to Orion II and consultation fees will be charged to your stateroom account.
Internet
A laptop is available in the Library with internet connection.
Jacuzzi
A Jacuzzi spa is located on the Sun Deck, Deck 6. In warmer climes you'll find the spa affords a cool dip, doubling as a plunge pool.
Lounge
Located on Deck 3, the Lounge is the hub of social life aboard Orion II, comfortably seating all guests at once. Tour briefings are held here before dinner and a duo plays for your entertainment later in the evening. Our lounge is also the scene for themed presentations by our Expedition Team and Guest Speakers.
Library/Nautilus Club
The library is well-stocked with a wide variety of informative books and journals on our destinations, and both novels and games are also available. You'll also find a laptop here for internet access.
Marina Deck Platforms
You'll embark the Zodiacs from the Stern Marina Deck Platform (accessed by the rear stairs).
Outdoor Café
The Outdoor Café, located aft on Deck 5, offers al fresco dining for buffet breakfast and lunch. On balmy evenings you may book a table outdoors for dinner enjoying the same menu and service as presented in the restaurant.
Reception Desk
Manned 24 hours a day, the Reception Desk is your 'first port of call' for all administrative matters.
Restaurant
The Restaurant offers guests a relaxed yet sophisticated environment for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Dining aboard Orion II is a leisurely experience with a single, open sitting allowing you to choose when and with whom you dine.
Sun Deck
You'll find padded teak steamer chairs on Deck 6 beside the Jacuzzi spa affording you a relaxing spot to read a book or simply doze in the sun. You'll find an ample supply of large blue beach towels close by.
Technical Information
Length: 88 meters
Beam: 15.3 meters
Draft: 4.5 meters
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
Stabilizers: Retractable fin stabilizers
Built: January 1991. Refitted 2009
Suites: 50
Guest Capacity: 100 (twin occupancy).
Crew: 68
Elevator: Yes
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: 6 Zodiac Heavy Duty MK5, 1x36 passenger tender
Communications: Direct-dial satellite telephones; fax; e-mail; Internet access; internal telephone system.
Registry: Bahamas
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
| Ocean Suites - B Deck 4, windows and sitting area. The average area is 215sq ft. | |
 | Ocean Suites - A Deck 3, portholes and a generous average area of 275sq ft. |
| Ocean Suites - AA Deck 3, average size 225 sq ft, with windows and a comfortable sitting area. | |
| Junior Suite Deck 4, ten Junior Suites. These 235sq ft suites have a window and sitting area. | |
| Deluxe Suite Two Deluxe Suites, 285 sq ft on Deck 5. Forward windows and a sitting area lets you relax after a day of exploration. | |
 | Balcony Suite Twelve Balcony Suites on Deck 5, sitting area and a private balcony. |
| Penthouse Suite Four spacious Penthouse Suites, Deck 6. 260sq ft, private balconies, window and sitting area. | |
