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Singapore, Singapore - This diamond-shaped island just off the coast of Malaysia gleams with skyscrapers in its business district, but as you delve more deeply into this city-state, you'll uncover a delightful mix of cultures, religions, ancient treasures along with traces of its British colonial perios that combine to form a unique, Singaporean identity. The cultural fusion is perhaps best expressed in Singapore's unofficial language, Singlish, a unique patois of English, Chinese and Malay.

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Koh Samui, Thailand - Looking at the water, the palms, and the plants, you might think the color green was invented on Koh Samui, and then reinvented. Everywhere you look are shades of celadon, smaragdine, and viridian. Located in the Gulf of Thailand about 400 miles south of Bangkok, Koh Samui is an island of towering coconut trees, generous sun, and powdery white beaches. Cruise visitors will enjoy the Big Buddha, an important symbol for the locals, the Na Muang waterfall, and the beaches. Chaweng is the island's high-energy beach. Lamai is less busy. Maenam is quiet, and closest to port.

Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand - Once a small Khmer trading center, Bangkok has grown into one of the world's most populous and cosmopolitan cities. Bustling streets and markets stand side by side with serene golden temples and glitzy nightclubs. Explore the architectural marvel of the Grand Palace. Discover Bangkok's largest Buddha at Wat Pho and shop the spectacular Damnoen Saduak Floating Market.

Sihanoukville, Cambodia - Known for its white sand beaches, warm Gulf of Thailand waters, and laid back atmosphere, Sihanoukville is a premiere beach lovers' destination. Built in the late 1950s, the town is much newer and more cosmopolitan than most Cambodian provincial cities. Spend the day exploring miles of unspoiled beaches or chose one and swim, snorkel or simply relax under a beach umbrella.

Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam - Ho Chi Minh is Vietnam's largest and most famous city and is surrounded by rivers and canals. During the 14th century this city was known as Prey Nokor and was nothing more than a trading post. Slowly it grew into a small town, similar to the nearby traditional Cambodian villages. By the 18th century, the Lords of Hue, under the Nguyens, had established control of the trade in Prey Nokor and renamed the city Saigon. From 1833 until 1836, the tight control of the Nguyen leadership provoked a strong uprising, leading to great destruction and massacre until the intervention of the French in 1859. During the Vietnam War, Saigon's population nearly tripled and the city grew uncontrollably. In 1975, at the end of the war, North Vietnam had defeated South Vietnam after 30 years of battle. The new communist regime changed the official name of the city of Saigon to Ho Chi Minh and began to rebuild its economic and social structure.

Chan May, Vietnam - In Chan May, Crystal Cruises will dock closer to Hue, allowing you to see this important imperial city at a more relaxed pace. Indeed, Hue (pronounced "hway") merits a full-day excursion. Having served as the Vietnamese capital from 1802 to 1945, the city was home to thirteen emperors of the Nguyen Dynasty. Its three walled enclosures, built concentrically around one another, are collectively called the Citadel-an appropriate name, given that the emperor and his family lived within the Forbidden Purple City, located at the Citadel's center. The term "Forbidden" is appropriate too, as the Royal Palace resembles Beijing's Forbidden City.

Hong Kong, China -  From Victoria Peak, the Hong Kong metropolis is all primary colors and neon, commerce and capitalism. Yet just beyond the highrises are the Fragrant Harbour, Stanley Market, and mainland old China, complete with rice paddies and coolie hats.

Visa Requirement - (U.S. Citizens)

A visa or reciprocity fee is required for the countries listed below.
If a visa needs to be obtained prior to cruise departure, please make arrangements with any visa agency of your choice, or through a local embassy or consulate of the countries you will be visiting. It is the guest's responsibility to obtain all necessary visas. Failure to comply may result in refusal of passage by Customs and Immigration authorities, guest may be denied boarding, or the guest may be disembarked during the voyage. Additionally, any costs associated with these actions, will be the responsibility of the guest.
IMPORTANT NOTES:

• If the requirement below is for a reciprocity fee, an electronic visa, or a visa is being arranged on board the ship, no further action will be required.
• If you are on a Crystal Overland Adventure, please check for any additionally required visa and/or inoculation requirements in the detailed description of the program on the Crystal Cruises website.
• Visa fees arranged on board are subject to change without notice.
• If you visit a port which is visa exempt for your nationality, there may be miscellaneous immigration entry/exit stamping fees which will be charged to your onboard account.
• Guest shall be solely responsible for complying with personal visa or passport requirements resulting or arising from any and all requested deviations from the scheduled and complete itinerary.
• Please make certain you have at least four (4) blank visa pages per segment in your passport for immigration stamps and visas. Clearance procedures including stamps, are at the discretion of the immigration officers upon arrival in the port.

Please read the details below carefully.

CAMBODIA: Visa is required and will be arranged for guests on board. The visa fee will be charged to the guests' onboard account. One blank passport page is required for this visa.
A Single entry visa can be obtained on arrival: $50 USD for day tours only.
Important Note: Guests wish to have a multiple entry visa must obtain in advance prior to departure.

VIETNAM: Visa is required and will be arranged for guests on board. The fee will be charged to the guests' onboard account. There are three visa types. Guests should bring a color passport size photo with them to the ship to submit to the officials along with the applications for the three visa types.
In-Transit visa: $40 USD for day tours only.
Single entry visa: $60 USD for travel within Vietnam and returning to the ship or disembarking and departing Vietnam and for overnight tours.
Multiple entry visa: $130 USD for tours to Cambodia or other nations, with a return back to Vietnam to re-board the ship. This visa process requires at least 4 hours of processing, please do not plan leaving the ship at least for 4 hours after the arrival in port.

Important Note: All guests subject to Vietnam visa; the visa type may vary upon arrival. **EMBARKING GUESTS**: Guests embarking in Vietnam need to obtain a visa prior to cruise departure.

CHINA: Guests must obtain a visa prior to cruise departure. A double or multiple entry is highly recommended. Please read the details below carefully.
China Visa Requirement: The current process for obtaining a Chinese visa requires that you include a letter of invitation from a sponsor in China with your visa application. If you are planning to arrange your own visa, the letter of invitation can be obtained from our tour operator, Ms. Lily Zhang at zhangli@biztravel.com.cn
IMPORTANT NOTE: Please include in your email a copy of your cruise confirmation along with a clear scanned copy of your passport (information page).
NANSHA, GUANGZHOU, CHINA: Guests sailing to Nansha, Guangzhou will require an advance Chinese visa prior to cruise departure. Guests who are on back to back sailings to Nansha and Shanghai are required to obtain a multiple entry visa prior to cruise departure.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests without a valid visa will be detained onboard.

SHANGHAI, CHINA: Guest who are sailing ONLY to Shanghai, China and are part of the Crystal Cruises’ organized DAY TOUR shore excursions will not require advance China visa, a landing permit will apply.

IMPORTANT NOTE: Guests who are taking OVERLAND TOURS and guests who are INDEPENDENT are required a double or multiple entry Chinese visa prior to cruise departure.