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$250
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Terms and conditions: Fares are per person based on two adults sharing, except single suites and may increase or be withdrawn at any time. Offer applies to new ROL CRUISE CUSTOMER EXPERIENCE RATING 4.8/5 bookings only. Ports may require a tender. >Will incur supplementary costs and may require an additional overnight stay. Flights may be indirect. ×Tours are subject to availability and change, and may not be suitable for guests with mobility restrictions. ±Savings is based on two adults sharing. ‡Hotel ratings are ROL classified. Named hotels are subject to change. ++Applicable to the cruise element only. Subject to the cruise line’s T&Cs. *On board spend is per Suite. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed. **Chauffeur Service is based on two adults sharing, up to 100 miles each way and is tiered depending on grade booked. +John Lewis Gift Card is based on one per booking and for UK addresses only. ††Cruise Miles T&Cs apply. For full ROL Cruise Booking Conditions visit www.rolcruise.co.uk. If you would prefer not to receive marketing communications from us, please contact us in writing, by phone on 0800 251 1134 or by email to unsubscribe@rolcruise.co.uk, quoting your full name, address and postcode. E&OE.
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who delight in the thrill of discovery while indulging mind and body in the most lavish surroundings imaginable. Your luxurious suite will include down duvets, fine bed linens and plush mattresses,
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daily suite service with nightly turn down, plus aromatherapy room scents by renowned Italian
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perfumer Laura Tonatto and much, much more.
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Experience exquisite dining from fine French cuisine, delicate Asian options to relaxed Italian family-style
Packaged by the experts here at ROL Cruise, we are proud to introduce you to a brand new Signature Experience –
meals, the chefs’ creativity knows no limits.
The Exclusive 2021 Borneo & Southeast Asia Launch Promotion, only available to book with ROL Cruise.
Enjoy a selection of Italy’s best cuisine in La Terrazza.
Combining an ultra-luxurious voyage with Silversea, we’re taking you to the depths of the Bornean jungle with a
Alternatively, 24-hour in suite dining is also available.
seven night Wendy Wu Tour. Envelop yourself in the stunning wildlife of the rainforests, including the iconic orangutan, visit dynamic cities and cruise amongst mangrove forests in search for endemic wildlife, with a luxury voyage and 5★ hotel stays in Hong Kong and Singapore, this is an unforgettable, exotic package just waiting to be discovered. With this ROL Cruise Launch Promotion, you’ll enjoy exclusive benefits, including:
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7 NIGHT BORNEO LAND TOUR INCLUDED×
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SILVERSEA’S SIGNATURE ALL-INCLUSIVE VALUE The world of Silversea is an unmatched all-inclusive environment. With never a gratuity to pay or a bar tab to sign, each voyage has the ease of an exclusive holiday as if it were aboard your own private yacht:
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• Superlative service, with a staff to guest ratio of nearly one-to-one • FREE unlimited WiFi for all guests throughout the ship++ • Spacious, ocean-view suites, up to 85% with private verandas • Beverages in suite and throughout the ship including Champagne, select wines, premium spirits and soft drinks, plus your own tailored mini bar++ • Butler service for all suites • FREE in-suite dining & 24 hour room service • Included transportation into town in most ports of call • Multiple restaurants, diverse cuisine and open-seating dining • Enrichment programmes and sophisticated entertainment • All on board gratuities • In-suite dining and 24-hour room service
SILVER SPIRIT
Whispered Italian luxury at its finest The all-new Silver Spirit has never looked better, nor felt cosier. Fully refurbished and lengthened in 2018, she offers one of the highest space-to-guest ratios and eight luxury dining options for a superlative on
Unobtrusive and attentive, your butler service creates an inviting refuge, anticipating your every wish to fashion a suite purely with you in mind
service and home away from home feel.
• Unpacking your luggage should you wish (including hanging up your clothes and setting your personal items, plus preparing and packing your luggage on request)
Among other improvements, stylish décor enhancements have brought
• Chilling your preferred assortment of beverages
superlative comfort and a sense of spaciousness to public areas and suites.
• Making your on board dinner reservations for your convenience
The pool area on the sky deck has increased in length to offer additional
• Ensuring your suite is immaculate at all times
space for relaxing under the sun and a new aerobics area has also been
• Suggesting options for, and serving, your breakfast orders
board adventure, whilst retaining Silversea’s world famous standards of
created. Your dining options have increased to eight, with the introduction of Spaccanapoli, Silver Note, Atlantide, and Indochine, as well as the renovation of La Terrazza. Meet like-minded friends; enjoy first class dining and relax in what is possibly the best place between sea and sky.
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BUTLER SERVICE FOR EVERY SUITE
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• Serving your afternoon canapés (Medallion Suites and above) • Polishing and conditioning your shoes • Replenishing your ice bucket on a regular basis
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Welcome to BORNEO
Introducing
THE BEATING HEART OF THE RAINFOREST…
Wendy Wu Tours is the UK’s
Home to some of the world’s richest ecosystems, the island of Borneo is split between three countries – Malaysia, Indonesia and Brunei. Sabah and Sarawak are the two states that make up Malaysian Borneo and they are packed to bursting with culture, wildlife, jungle and beaches.
in depth, expert-led tours to some
leading tour operator to Asia, with unrivalled Asia expertise who offer of the most intriguing destinations in the world. WHAT THE EXPERTS SAY
As captivating a destination as Borneo is, it remains wonderfully off-the-beaten-track meaning that it has managed to remain relatively pristine. You can enjoy the cosmopolitan charms of the city of Kota Kinabalu, relax on the softest white sand, explore easily accessible tracts of virgin rainforest, discover the world’s largest caves and meet the ‘old men of the forest’ – orangutans. On top of all this Borneo is home to half of all the known plant and animal species in the world and to a fascinating ancient tribal culture that is still very much alive. For a truly memorable adventure, Borneo is the place to go.
At Wendy Wu Tours they are all avid adventurers, constantly seeking out the best ways for you to experience the world. That’s why they are touring experts - their customer reviews and numerous awards say it all. Wendy Wu Tours are all about showcasing top sights, magnificent hidden gems, and the plethora of different types of authentic and exciting experiences that they can offer you; giving you the very best holiday, whether it’s your first visit or your 10th. AUTHENTIC EXPERIENCES Their extensive experience and local expertise means they can take you to places rarely visited and those you have always dreamed of exploring. INDUSTRY LEADING NATIONAL ESCORTS All group tours are accompanied from beginning to end by a dedicated, knowledgeable National Escort or local guides with particular expertise in each location. All Wendy Wu Tours have a reliable presence on which you can always depend.
YOUR SEVEN NIGHT BORNEO TOUR HIGHLIGHTS Full Day Tour of Kota Kinabalu Kota Kinabalu, the glistening jewel of Malaysia, is a dynamic, multicultural city whose exuberance will delight you. During your full day tour, you’ll begin by visiting Yayasan Sahah (Sabah Foundation) building, one of the few buildings in the world to utilize a single column structure. Head to Phu Tho Se Chinese Temple, the Sabah State Mosque (one of the most outstanding pieces of architecture in Sabah) and the Sabah Museum, home to fine exhibits that chronicle Sabah’s fascinating historical past and rich cultural heritage.
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Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary During your time in Borneo, you will have the incredible opportunity to visit the renowned Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary, a rehabilitation centre that strives to reintroduce captive orangutans back into the wild. Here, you’ll be able to observe orangutans at their feeding stations in the rainforest and, if the nursery is open, witness baby orangutans playing amongst themselves. We promise, this is a very special moment that you will keep with you forever.
Mangrove Forests From Sandakan, embark on a boat cruise up the Lower Kinabatangan River, passing pristine mangrove forests in search of wildlife. These watery forests are unlike the forests we know and are a haven for all manor of strange and beautiful creatures. Look out for the Proboscis Monkey with its unusually long nose that can only be found in the rainforests of Borneo, or keep your eyes peeled of an array of colourful species of bird, including the Bornean bristlehead, Rhinoceros hornbill, woodpeckers and much more.
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Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre Visit the Borean Sun Bear Conservation Centre, where over 30 sun bears live in the bear house and outdoor enclosures. The centre rescues captured sun bears and is involved in the conversation, welfare rehabilitation and education of sun bears. Sun bears are one of the most recognisable species who inhabit the rainforests of Borneo, and you’ll get the special opportunity to see the incredible work that the centre puts into the welfare of the species.
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Wherever you are staying you will have a peaceful and comfortable night’s sleep in preparation for the next day’s adventures. TRAVEL IN COMFORT The transport selected as part of your tour is intended to combine convenience and comfort with an enjoyably authentic travel experience. REGIONAL FLAVOUR Meals included on the tours are planned to give you a genuine taste of the regions you visit.
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5★
HOTEL STAYS IN HONG KONG & SINGAPORE‡
January 2021
Thu 14
Hong Kong, China
Fri 15
Upon arrival transfer to a 5★ hotel for your two night stay, including breakfast ‡ Hong Kong, China
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You’ll discover the real Hong Kong to the east of Central, in Wan Chai, Causeway Bay, and beyond (B) Hong Kong, China
Transfer to the port and embark the ultra-luxurious Silver Spirit for your 10 night all-inclusive cruise to Singapore (B) Mon 18 Ha Long Bay, Vietnam (overnight)
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Tue 19
Wed 20 Chan May, Vietnam
ADVENTURE
Fri 22
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (two night stay on board)
Sat 23
Romantically referred to by the French as the Pearl of the Orient, Ho Chi Minh City today is a super-charged city of sensory overload. The city still has its ornate opera house and its old French city hall, the Hôtel de Ville. The broad colonial boulevards leading to the Saigon River and the gracious stucco villas are other remnants of the French colonial presence Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
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What’s included in your exclusive ROL Cruise package?
Sun 24 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam (depart early pm) Tue 26
• INCREDIBLE LAUNCH FARES SAVING up to £3,000 ± • Two night 5★ hotel stays in Hong Kong & Singapore, including breakfast‡ • 10night all-inclusive cruise aboard the ultra-luxurious Silver Spirit, including: – Complimentary $250 on board spend for all bookings * – Complimentary WiFi throughout the ship ++ Singapore
The main island of Singapore is shaped like a flattened diamond, and it is at the southern foot where you will find most of the city-state’s action, with its gleaming office towers, working docks, and futuristic “supertrees,” which are solar-powered and serve as vertical gardens (B) Thu 28 Singapore – Kota Kinabalu, Borneo, Malaysia
stated: B=Breakfast L=Lunch D=Dinner. All meals are included on board the cruise.
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Classic Veranda Suite
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£7,699
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Deluxe Veranda Suite
DX
£9,299
£8,399
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Today, your tour starts with a visit to Poring Hot Spring where you’ll be observing wildlife on the canopy walkway before taking a dip in one of the soothing, hot mineral springs set in the beautifully landscaped gardens. Afterwards, you’ll proceed to the World heritage site of Kinabalu National Park to explore the mountain gardens, home to many species of orchids, birds, insects and butterflies. This evening, transfer to a local restaurant to enjoy traditional Malay dishes (B,L,D) Kota Kinabalu, Borneo, Malaysia
– An intimate and unique experience – All internal flights – Hotel stays in Kota Kinabalu, Abi Jungle Lodge, Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge‡ – Incredible guided tours×
Kota Kinabalu, Borneo
Dates not mentioned are spent relaxing at sea. Meals are included on the tour as
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• Seven night Borneo Land Tour with Wendy Wu Tours including:
• Return flights and overseas transfers (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>)
February 2021 Mon 1 Pitas Lake – Abai Village – Sukau – Menanggul River, Borneo, Malaysia Start the day on a boat trip at nearby Pitas Lake before enjoying a local-style lunch at Abai Village. Cruise upriver to Sakau where you’ll arrive at the Kinabatangan Riverside Lodge for your overnight stay. Embark on a river cruise from Kinabatangan river to Menanggul River in search of wildlife such as the proboscis monkeys, before returning to your lodge for dinner (B,L,D) Tue 2 Kinabatangan River, Borneo, Malaysia Today you will visit the Gomantong Caves, home to millions of swiftlets and bats. The swiftlet’s nests are collected for the famous Chinese bird’s nest soup. This evening, enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before watching a video show (B,L,D) Wed 3 Sukau - Sandakan - Kota Kinabalu, Borneo, Malaysia Transfer to Sandakan airport for your flight back to Kota Kinabalu. On arrival, transfer to your hotel for an overnight stay (B,L) Thu 4 Kota Kinabalu, Borneo, Malaysia After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your overnight flight to London (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>) (B) Fri 5 Arrive in London
Vista Suite
– Gratuities are not expected, nor required – Butler service for all suites
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Transfer to the airport for your flight to Kota Kinabalu. Upon arrival, transfer to a hotel to begin your 7 night Borneo land tour (B) Kota Kinabalu, Borneo, Malaysia
– Multiple restaurants, diverse cuisine, open-seating dining
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Singapore
Disembark and transfer to a 5★ hotel for your two night stay, including breakfast ‡ Wed 27 Singapore
• Complimentary Private UK Chauffeur service – for Silver Suites and above**
– Complimentary drinks in-suite and throughout the ship, including Champagne, select wines and spirits++
A visit to the north is not complete without a trip to Ha Long Bay, where placid waters give way to more than 3,000 limestone karsts and wind-sculpted limestone formations that jut from foggy lagoons. Dotting the bay are tiny islands bordered by white sandy coves and hidden caves, adding to the majestic landscape of this UNESCO World Heritage Site Ha Long Bay, Vietnam (depart early pm)
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ota Kinabalu – Sandakan – Sepilok – Kinabatangan River – K Abai, Borneo, Malaysia After breakfast, transfer to the airport for your flight to Sandakan. Visit the Sepilok Orangutan Sanctuary where captive orangutans are reintroduced to the wild. You will be able to observe them at their feeding stations in the rainforest. Continue on to the Bornean Sun Bear Conservation Centre where 30 rescued sun bears reside. Afterwards, cruise up the lower Kinabatangan River, passing pristine mangrove forests before returning to a lodge for your overnight stay (B,L,D)
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Wed 13 Fly from London to Hong Kong, China (regional and premium class flights may be available on request>)
– ONLY 10 TOUR SPACES AVAILABLE –
$250
7 NIGHT BORNEO LAND TOUR INCLUDED×
Today, you’ll enjoy a full-day tour of Kota Kinabalu. Later, return to your hotel for the evening at your leisure (B,L)
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