Uncover with Silversea cruises Hong Kong's towers, bright lights, and glitzy shopping emporia! A visit to Asia would never be complete without a stroll around this marvelous place's restaurants, shopping malls, bars, convention centers and nice smattering of museums!

Taiwan's bustling southern port city blends harbour energy with a laid-back, tropical spirit. In Kaohsiung, you can explore colourful temples, lively night markets, and modern waterfront districts, while nearby scenic spots and cultural landmarks offer a rewarding taste of local life, cuisine and contemporary Taiwanese charm.

Manila, the "Pearl of the Orient," is the Philippines' bustling capital, rich in culture, creativity, and food. Friendly locals add to its charm. Baywalk offers famous sunsets; Intramuros is the historic Spanish-era core, with colonial architecture, cobbled streets, horse-drawn carriages, and Fort Santiago. Despite war and disasters, Manila endures. For calm, visit Rizal Park, a green oasis and national symbol honoring José Rizal.

Manila, the "Pearl of the Orient," is the Philippines' bustling capital, rich in culture, creativity, and food. Friendly locals add to its charm. Baywalk offers famous sunsets; Intramuros is the historic Spanish-era core, with colonial architecture, cobbled streets, horse-drawn carriages, and Fort Santiago. Despite war and disasters, Manila endures. For calm, visit Rizal Park, a green oasis and national symbol honoring José Rizal.

Coron is a stunning island escape of turquoise seas, golden sands, limestone cliffs, coral reefs, and vibrant marine life. It's a diver and snorkeler's paradise, with ghostly Japanese shipwrecks, Kayangan Lake's crystal waters, and Lake Barracuda's unusual mix of fresh and salt water. After exploring, relax at Maquinit Hot Springs and end the day with a refreshing buko shake on a quiet beach.

Puerto Princesa, Palawan's capital, is a lush Green City and gateway to a New Wonder of the World: the Subterranean River. This UNESCO site runs through limestone caves in emerald darkness, with stalactites, rock formations, and bats overhead. Nearby are tropical beaches, rainforest waterfalls, Honda Bay's island-hopping and snorkeling, plus city sights like Plaza Cuartel, Iwahig Prison, and the palm-lined Baywalk.

Sabah's wildlife is unforgettable: orangutans, sun bears, and proboscis monkeys can be seen in rainforest and rehabilitation centres, where animals are cared for before release. Orangutans are especially moving to meet, sharing 97% of our DNA. Sandakan, on the Sulu Sea, was once a trading hub and is now a palm-oil and cacao exporter. Visit Sim-Sim Water Village for seafood, and the Memorial Park to learn about the Sandakan Death Marches of WWII.

Kota Kinabalu, Sabah's capital on Borneo's northwest coast, is a lush gateway to wildlife, rainforest, and heritage. Highlights include the floating-looking City Mosque, the lively Gaya Street Sunday Market, and visits to authentic village communities. Offshore islands, beaches, river rafting, and Mount Kinabalu-Southeast Asia's highest peak and a UNESCO site-complete the adventure, along with the scenic Kinabalu Botanic Garden.

Become mesmerised by Singapore's gleaming towers, working docks, and futuristic "supertrees". With our Silversea cruises exclusively personalised for you, there is no better way to enjoy Asia's most wonderful corners in all comfort and luxury!

Thailand's largest island offers indulgent beaches, ocean bliss and dramatic scenery. Enjoy Phuket Town's lively markets and scooters, Phang Nga Bay's towering limestone karsts, and sunsets that streak the sky pink and red. Relax with spas, cocktails and sea views, or seek quieter beaches and water sports. Speedboat tours visit secluded islands and stilted villages. Finish with Thai favorites like crab curry and tom yum goong, plus temples, shrines and giant Buddha statues.

Langkawi, Malaysia's main Andaman Sea getaway, is the "Jewel of Kedah." Set in an archipelago of 99 islands plus five tidal islets, it blends coconut trees, sandy beaches, rice fields, limestone pinnacles, and slow island life. Once a pepper trading stop, it became a duty-free haven in 1987. Its mangroves and jungles invite kayaking, monkey spotting, and birdwatching for kingfishers and eagles.

Georgetown, Malaysia's cultural capital, is a layered UNESCO World Heritage city shaped by Chinese, Indian, British and colonial influences. Grand shophouses, temples, pagodas and colonial buildings sit beside vibrant street art, incense-filled lanes, rickshaws and lively cafés. Highlights include Little India, Chulia Street's street food, the Blue Mansion, and the Clan Jetties' stilt villages. Nearby, Penang Hill and Penang National Park offer rainforest trails, monkeys and white beaches.

Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is a lively mix of incense-filled temples, colonial architecture, warm people, and superb street food. French-era highlights include Notre Dame Basilica and the Central Post Office, plus a strong coffee culture. Try banh mi, pho, and iced coffee, visit the Tortoise Pagoda and medical museum, and learn about the Vietnam War at the War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels.

Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is a lively mix of incense-filled temples, colonial architecture, warm people, and superb street food. French-era highlights include Notre Dame Basilica and the Central Post Office, plus a strong coffee culture. Try banh mi, pho, and iced coffee, visit the Tortoise Pagoda and medical museum, and learn about the Vietnam War at the War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels.

Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon) is a lively mix of incense-filled temples, colonial architecture, warm people, and superb street food. French-era highlights include Notre Dame Basilica and the Central Post Office, plus a strong coffee culture. Try banh mi, pho, and iced coffee, visit the Tortoise Pagoda and medical museum, and learn about the Vietnam War at the War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels.

Nha Trang, Vietnam, blends white-sand beaches, emerald hills, and island views with rich heritage and beach life. Highlights include Cham Towers, a famous pagoda, hot spa treatments, lively street scenes, waterfalls, countryside, and one of the world's most beautiful bays. Its history dates to the 2nd century as Kauthara in the Champa Empire; it later became a major coastal hub and gained independence in 1954.

Become mesmerised by Singapore's gleaming towers, working docks, and futuristic "supertrees". With our Silversea cruises exclusively personalised for you, there is no better way to enjoy Asia's most wonderful corners in all comfort and luxury!

Become mesmerised by Singapore's gleaming towers, working docks, and futuristic "supertrees". With our Silversea cruises exclusively personalised for you, there is no better way to enjoy Asia's most wonderful corners in all comfort and luxury!

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia's capital, is a multicultural melting pot of colonial architecture, ornate temples, markets, malls, and street food, set against the Petronas Twin Towers, which rise 451 metres above the city and glow at night. Explore Merdeka Square, where Malaysia became independent in 1957; Batu Caves, a colourful limestone temple site; and Istana Negara, the National Palace, marked by its golden dome and the Malaysian flag when the King and Queen are in residence.

With a fascinating multicultural history, Malacca is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site with much to explore. It was a trading center with China, India, and Indonesia, and was at one time occupied by Arabs, Portuguese, Dutch, and British, resulting in an abundance of historical sites and an interesting local cuisine.

Become mesmerised by Singapore's gleaming towers, working docks, and futuristic "supertrees". With our Silversea cruises exclusively personalised for you, there is no better way to enjoy Asia's most wonderful corners in all comfort and luxury!