An Epic Voyage Around Southeast Asia

Our deepest dive into Southeast Asia yet.

After an enriching pre-cruise exploration of Bangkok's culinary and spiritual traditions, board Crystal Serenity as our acclaimed Expedition Team and expert-led shore excursions uncover exotic destinations spanning Vietnam, Brunei, Malaysia and the Philippines — all while savoring the finest experience at sea.

What awaits you.

• Kick things off in Thailand with enriching excursions and a pre-cruise stay at the iconic Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok.
• Board Crystal Serenity's 14-day sailing from Bangkok to Hong Kong to experience the dining, entertainment, service and suites that have earned Crystal the title of "World's Best Cruise."
• Choose from a menu of included shore excursions and onboard enrichment spanning history, spiritual traditions, nature and wildlife, regional cuisines and active pursuits.
• See how Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City and Manila are redefining legacies once shaped by conflict and colonialism.
• Explore the distinctive regional dishes of Thailand, Vietnam and the Philippines through exclusive culinary experiences.
• Dig your toes into the white powder sands of Ko Kut and Boracay.
• Encounter the palatial residence of the Sultan of Brunei and the biodiverse highlands of Malaysia's Kinabalu Park.

Why Choose an A&K Expedition Cruise?

• Immersive itineraries, including pre- and post-cruise stays
• Acclaimed Expedition Team
• Choice of included shore excursions and onboard enrichment
• All-inclusive from start to finish
• Staff-to-guest ratio of almost 1:1

All-inclusive, start to finish.

• A pre-cruise hotel stay, complete with excursions
• Engaging onboard lectures and workshops from our Expedition Team
• Your choice of expertly guided shore excursions
• Nine world-class dining options, including the only Nobu restaurant at sea
• Unlimited house drinks, including champagne, onboard
• Airport meet-and-greet with private transfers
• Crystal's celebrated lineup of nightly onboard entertainment
• Private balcony and butler service
• Laundry and shoeshine services
• Ortigia bath amenities and Etro robes
• Complimentary Wi-Fi and use of an in-suite tablet
• English-speaking staff, including a doctor
• Round-the-clock, on-call support from our travel experts
• All staff and crew gratuities, port charges and taxes

A palace on land, then a palace at sea.

Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok

Fronting the Chao Phraya River with 135 years of history and legendary service. 374 exquisitely decorated rooms and suites with butler service, ten restaurants, Thai cooking classes, two pools, a state-of-the-art gym and an expansive spa.

Crystal Serenity

An industry-leading space-to-guest ratio, butler service in every suite, nine dining options including Chef Nobu Matsuhisa's only restaurant at sea, and the only Le Casino de Monte-Carlo on the ocean. Nearly one crew member for every guest.

Additional information.

• Active elements: uneven terrain at some sites; optional challenging hikes available
• Minimum age: 6 years old
• First group event: excursion on April 9
• Last group event: disembarkation in Hong Kong on April 23 by 9:00 a.m., with transfer to the airport
• Guaranteed to depart with a minimum of two guests