Crystal Releases 2008 World Cruise Excursions

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In an industry first, Crystal Cruises has posted most of the details of its 295 World Cruise Adventures online – 15 months in advance. Guests traveling on Crystal’s 108-day 2008 World Cruise may now view their shore excursions online at www.crystalcruises.com. A hike through Oahu’s Ko’olau Mountains, a culinary journey into New Zealand’s Wairarapa region and a river rafting adventure in Borneo’s Ulu Temburong National Park are among the 82 new shore tours debuting during the luxury line’s 13^th annual global odyssey. All 295 World Cruise Adventures will be posted online and available for booking by February 15.

Traveling from Los Angeles, California to Southampton, England from January 19 – May 7, 2008, world travelers aboard the luxurious Crystal Serenity will appreciate their extensive options for shoreside exploration, including a complimentary tour on each of the voyage’s eight segments and 24 overland adventures offering multiple-night in-depth experiences.

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Indeed, the roster of new Crystal Adventures is as varied as it is extensive, and many tours are hosted in small groups allowing for greater camaraderie and a more personal connection to the destination. The entire collection of 2008 World Cruise Adventures is a fascinating mix of active, cultural and culinary experiences available the world over. Highlights include:

Active Adventures

Four-wheeling in the ghost towns of Walhalla (from Melbourne) and along the isolated trails of MoorÃ©a.
Rainforest river rafting excursions through the Barron Gorge (from Cairns) and the Ulu Temburong National Park (from Bandar Seri, Brunei).
Crystal’s own version of the popular TV show The Amazing Race with the Singapore Runaround, provisioned with map, coins, water, tiger balm ointment, a sandalwood fan and more. Guests make their way along a customized route showcasing key sites, ultimately arriving at the Raffles Hotel for a welcomed Singapore Sling and tales of the day’s adventure.

Culinary Experiences

Tasmanian oysters and wine sampling in Hobart.
Journey into New Zealand’s Wairarapa region famed for its food and wine, especially Martinborough’s Pinot Noir (from Wellington).

Spa Retreats

Escape to the Bora Bora Nui Resort & Spa on its own private isle.
Spirit-nourishing excursion to the tranquil Cheraim Spa followed by quiet reflection at Wat Chalong Temple, the largest and most ornate of Phuket’s 29 Buddhist monasteries (from Phuket).

Sightseeing Highlights

Unique views of New Zealand from high atop Sky Tower, at 1,072 feet the tallest building in the southern hemisphere (from Auckland).
Exploration of Bilbo Baggins’ Hobbit Hole at the Hobbiton movie set (from Auckland).

Considered to be the grandest of voyages, the 2008 World Cruise aboard the ultra-luxurious 1,080-guest Crystal Serenity will span the globe in 108 days, visiting 45 ports of call in 22 different countries. The global journey features overnight stays in New Zealand, Australia, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Thailand, Singapore, Myanmar, India, Egypt and Monaco, and maiden calls at Crete/Aghios Nikolaos, Greece, and La CoruÃ±a and Valencia, Spain.

The 2008 World Cruise is also available in the following segments: 13 days from Los Angeles to Papeete visiting Hawaii and South Pacific; 11 days from Papeete to Auckland visiting the South Pacific and New Zealand; 14 days from Auckland to Sydney visiting New Zealand and Australia; 17 days from Sydney to Hong Kong visiting Australia and China; 12 days from Hong Kong to Singapore visiting China, Vietnam and Thailand; 14 days from Singapore to Mumbai visiting Malaysia, Thailand, Myanmar and India; 16 days from Mumbai to Rome visiting the Middle East and the Mediterranean; 11 days from Rome to London visiting the Mediterranean.

World Value Fares for individual segments begin at $4,890 per person, double occupancy. Crystal also offers specially priced air fares to those guests booking any of the single World Voyage options.