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Nautica
17 Night Empires & Dynasties
Hong Kong to Beijing

Ship: Nautica
Cruise Line: Oceania Cruises
Departures:  21 February 2013
Duration: 17 Nights
Ports: Hong Kong, Taipei, Keelung, Okinawa, Naha, Kyoto, Kobe, Hiroshima, Shanghai, Seoul, Inchon, Beijing
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Hong Kong
Airport gateway (Departure) : Beijing

Itinerary

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Hong Kong

A city of great contrasts, Hong Kong presents a vivid and vibrant feast for the senses. You will find mirrored skyscrapers, luxurious shopping malls and colourful markets vying for your attention. Take a cruise in a Chinese junk for a unique insight into this city’s lifeblood – its bustling harbour. Head to Victoria Peak for unforgettable views of the city. Visit Aberdeen Fishing Village to learn more about one of Hong Kong’s thriving communities, its boat people. Admire elaborate temples and stroll serene Chinese-style gardens. Or simply indulge in some serious retail therapy!

Country - Hong Kong (China)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 20kms
Currency - Hong Kong Dollars (HKD)

Places of Interest
Tsim Sha Tsui, The Peak, Hong Kong Disneyland, Victoria Harbour, Lantau Island, Po Lin Monastery

Taipei

Taipei is the heart and soul of Taiwan, centre of all the action. It's the crowded, bustling center of Taiwan's commerce, government and culture. The Port of Keelung is your gateway to the amazing attractions of Taipei and the rest of Taiwan.

Country - Taiwan
Distance from port to City - 30kms
Distance from port to Airport - 70kms
Currency - Taiwan New Dollar (TWD)

Places of Interest
Taipei 101, Chiang Kai-Shek Memorial, National Theatre, Longshan Temple

Okinawa



Country -  Japan
Distance from port to City - 0kms
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Currency - Japanese Yen (JPY)

Places of Interest

Naha

Naha Port is located on Okinawa prefecture's main island, situated 600 kilometers southwest of Japan in the middle of the East China Sea. The population of the prefecture is 1.3 million. Okinawa consists of a few dozen, small islands in the southern half of the Nansei Shoto, the island chain which stretches over about one thousand kilometers from Kyushu to Taiwan. Okinawa Prefecture can be divided into three major island groups, the Okinawa Islands (Okinawa Shoto) around Okinawa Island (Okinawa Honto), the Miyako Islands (Miyako Retto) around Miyako Island and the Yaeyama Islands (Yaeyama Retto) around Ishigaki Island. Okinawa's climate is subtropical, with temperatures barely falling below 15 degrees in winter. The seas surrounding Okinawa's islands are considered among the world's most beautiful with coral reefs and abundant marine wildlife.

Country -  Japan
Distance from port to City - 1kms
Distance from port to Airport - 3 km
Currency - Yen

Places of Interest
Shuri castle
Lake Man

Kyoto

Kyoto - the heart of Japan and a city with over a millennium of history. Kyoto was Japan's capital and the emperor's residence from 794 until 1868. It is now the country's seventh largest city with a population of 1.4 million people and a modern face. Experience the hospitality, mystique, culture, bustle, and serenity that make Kyoto Japan’s foremost travel destination


Country - Japan
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 0kms
Currency - Japanese Yen (JPY)

Places of Interest 
Zen Temples, Kyoto Gardens, Tea Ceremony, Imperial Palace 

Kobe

Kobe is known as a city with a unique style and exotic atmosphere, which has been affected by the foreign cultures and have flourished since its time as an international port. Also it boasts the Rokko Mountains  and hot springs. Arima has plenty of places to see that convey traditional Japan and Kobe is positioned as one of the most popular sightseeing cities.

Country - Japan
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 30kms
Currency - Yen (JPY)

Places of Interest
Kobe City Museum, Rokko Mountains

Hiroshima

 

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Shanghai

For the past 15 years Shanghai has reawakened and regained its former glory as “The Paris of the East” in the 1920s and 30s. Its new skyscrapers seem to go up almost overnight, especially in the Pudong District, Shanghai's commericial center. And the air's electric with a sense of confidence and purpose.

Even the best museum, the Shanghai Museum, is but a decade old and already owns a collection of bronze that may well be the finest in the world. Still, there are a few more ancient sites worth your attention such as the pastoral, 16th century Yu Garden, an extraordinary maze of Ming Dynasty pavilions and bridges, encircled by an udulating dragon wall.

Country - China
Distance from port to City - 5kms
Distance from port to Airport - 50kms
Currency - Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Places of Interest
The Bund, Nanjing Road, Yuyuan Gardens, Old Bazaar, Xintiandi, Shanghai Museum

Seoul

Farther afield lies Seoul, the capital and heart of the Republic of Korea. Set within a tranquil valley divided by the Han-gang River, Seoul is a city of contrasts that boasts an extraordinary array of modern and traditional treasures, all of which beckon your discovery.

Country - Korea
Distance from port to City - 15kms
Distance from port to Airport - 15kms
Currency - Korean Won (KRW)

Places of Interest
Namdaemun Gate, Gyeongbokgung Palace, COEX

Beijing

The capital of The People's Republic of China covers an area of some 6,870 square miles and boasts a population of over 11 million people. At the heart of this immense metropolis lies the Forbidden City. Two more examples of China's enduring culture are The Great Wall and Tiananmen Square.

Country - China
Distance from port to City - 225kms
Distance from port to Airport - 250kms
Currency - Chinese Yuan (CNY)

Places of Interest
Tiananmen Square, Great Wall, Forbidden City, Temple of Heaven, Summer Palace

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Oceania Cruises

Oceania Cruises

Welcome To The World Of Oceania Cruises
Formed in 2002 by luxury cruise industry veterans Joe Watters and Frank Del Rio, Oceania Cruises is the world’s largest upscale cruise line. The finest cuisine at sea, award-winning itineraries and outstanding value define Oceania Cruises’ five-star product and have positioned the company as the cruise line of choice for travelers seeking a truly refined and casually elegant travel experience.

Oceania has three intimate and luxurious 684-guest ships which allow you to explore the world in unequalled style and comfort. Elegant and mid-size, you’ll find the onboard atmosphere is extremely convivial, and with more than 400 staff members at your disposal, you will experience a level of personalized service that is unrivaled.

The Finest Cuisine At Sea
You will enjoy the flexibility of four open seating restaurants; you dine when, where and with whom you choose. Our 5 Star menus are crafted under the meticulously watchful eye of renowned master chef Jacques Pépin, our Executive Culinary Director. Host of numerous public television series, he is one of America's best known chefs, food columnists and cook book authors. He has also served as the personal chef to no less than three French heads of state, including Charles de Gaulle.

Award-Winning Itineraries
Regatta, Insignia and Nautica sail itineraries that span the globe. With an entire world of exotic destinations at your disposal, your choices are virtually boundless. The Far East and China beckons with overnight stays in such famed cities as Beijing, Hong Kong, Bangkok, Shanghai, Hanoi, Saigon, Kyoto, Bombay, Luxor and Dubai. South America will capture your fancy with its seductive nature, natural beauty and historical depth as you travel to chic Rio de Janeiro, the rugged outpost of Port Stanley, or sail amidst the majesty of Chile’s glacier-laden fjords. Europe is yours to discover as Regatta, Insignia and Nautica leave virtually no port unexplored, cruising to more than 80 ports in Scandinavia and Russia, Northern Europe, the Mediterranean, the Greek Isles, the Black Sea and such esoteric locales as Libya, Tunisia and Morocco. The Caribbean’s azure blue seas and silken beaches present a tempting diversion from the winter doldrums. From the yachtsmen’s haven of Antigua to tony St. Barts or to the lush jungles of Central America, you will experience a world of tropical bliss that you never knew existed.

A World of Destination Expertise
In each and every destination we call upon, our goal is to provide you with the most rewarding, enriching destination experience possible. In many ports, you’ll stay overnight which allows for two days of exploration and provides you with the opportunity to immerse yourself in the history, culture and cuisine. Our goal is for each and every guest to experience the destinations, not merely visit.

Wave Entertainment Network 
Wave Entertainment Network delivers an at-sea television platform that rivals what viewers currently experience at home and is a significant change in the world of maritime entertainment. The Wave programming platform is the first multi-channel, interactive television system ever to be distributed to passenger cruise ships in all ocean regions around the world. Wave offers abundant content—both linear and “on-demand”–with superior digital picture quality via its satellite delivered IPTV system.

The first ship to deploy the Wave television platform will be Insignia. Nautica and Regatta are scheduled to receive the service later this year.

 

 

Ship info

Nautica

Oceania's mid-size ships afford incomparable luxury, including cuisine that is simply the finest at sea. With only 684 guests to pamper and 400 staff members, they are able to  cater to your every whim, with highly personalized service. There's a sense of warmth and intimacy throughout, so the ambiance resembles that of a private country club - casual, yet elegant.

Dining

  • The Grand Dining Room (Traditional)
  • Toscana (Speciality Italian)
  • Polo Grill (Specialty Steakhouse)
  • Terrace Cafe (Casual)
  • Tapas on the Terrace (Casual)
  • Patisserie (Casual)
  • Pizzeria (Casual)
  • Waves
  • 24-hour complimentary room service
Entertainment

  • Caberet Lounge
  • Movie Under the Stars
  • Casino
  • 8 Bars & Lounges
Onboard Activities

  • Main Pool
  • 2 Spas
  • Mandara Spa and Beauty Salon
  • Gymnasium and Fitness Area
  • Wine & Cheese Tastings
  • Dance Lessons
  • Jogging Track
  • Libary
  • ScholarShip at Sea (onboard learning centres)
  • 24 Hour Internet
  • Card Room
  • Duty Free

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
  30,277 Tonnes
Star Rating
  4.5 Star
Size/Style of Ship   Mid/Luxury
Entered Service   Nov 2005
Registry   Marshall Islands
Former Name   R Five
Length   181 metres
Beam   25.5 metres
Draft   6 metres
Propulsion/Propellers   diesel-electric (18,600kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)   18
Passenger Capacity (twin)
  670
Crew   373
Nationality of Officers   European
Nationality of Crew   International
Total Cabins   400
Total Inside cabins   27
Total Outside cabins   317
Cabin/Suites with Balcony   232
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins   3
Passenger Decks   9
Cabin Electricity
  110v/220v
Elevators   4
Self-Service Laundry
  Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)    US Dollar

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