Oceania Cruises Offers Grand Savings on Grand Voyages

Three spring itineraries masterfully blend popular ports with lesser¬ known locales in the Far East, South Pacific and Europe.

Grand Voyage guests enjoy free round-trip air, complimentary prepaid gratuities, a $250 shipboard credit and savings of up to 68 percent off brochure rates.

"Each of the three voyages encompass places most travelers dream about…the Taj Mahal, the Great Wall of China, the hidden city of Petra and Polynesian paradise of the South Seas," said Kunal S. Kamlani, Oceania Cruises' president. "Grand Voyages are extraordinary opportunities to experience many of the world's most fascinating sites, all the while enjoying Oceania Cruises' elegant ambience, gourmet cuisine and our hallmark anticipatory service."

Beijing to Rome, 71 Days, Departing March 10, 2013

The wonders of antiquity are featured on Oceania Cruises' longest and most exotic sailing aboard the 684-guest Nautica. The line's "Pagodas and Sultans" itinerary, from Tianjin to Civitavecchia, visits three continents, 19 countries, 35 ports of call and includes overnight stays in Beijing, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Ha Long Bay (Hanoi), Ho Chi Minh City, Bangkok, Singapore, Mumbai, Dubai and Safaga (Luxor). Fares start from $16,481 per person, based on double occupancy.

Sydney to Papeete, 36 Days, Departing March 14, 2013

Nuku'alofa, Nuku Hiva, Bora Bora, Moorea, Huahine, Raiatea and Rangiroa… just their names alone evoke images of a Polynesian paradise. The acclaimed 1,250-guest Marina will visit all of these South Seas isles, plus the Down Under cities of Sydney, Melbourne, Wellington and Auckland on its exotic "Polynesian Passage." Oceania Cruises will make a maiden call in Akaroa, New Zealand on this voyage. Fares start from $8,204 per person, double.

Bangkok to Rome, 46 Days, Departing April 4, 2013

Idyllic Indian Ocean atolls, the biblical treasures of Israel and magical Greek Isles comprise Nautica's "Route of the Great Traders" voyage. The itinerary includes overnight stays in the ports for Bangkok, Singapore, Mumbai, Dubai and Safaga, gateway to the Luxor and Karnak temples. During the cruise guests have the opportunity to explore Southeast Asia, tour the Taj Mahal, venture to the hidden city of Petra, transit the Suez Canal and savor la dolce vita of Italy's Amalfi Coast. Fares start from $10,796 per person, double.

Oceania Cruises' Nautica is an intimate ship acclaimed for its open-seating gourmet dining (no surcharges), luxurious public rooms and accommodations, and warm, attentive service.

Oceania Cruises' Marina is designed for epicureans and features 10 dining venues – six of which are open-seating, gourmet restaurants – including a French bistro by Master Chef Jacques Pépin. Facilities also include a Canyon Ranch SpaClub® and Bon Appétit Culinary Center and Artist Loft enrichment center. Interior design highlights include a Lalique-designed grand staircase, elegant public rooms, spacious accommodations and Owner's Suites furnished exclusively in Ralph Lauren Home.

To learn more about Oceania Cruises' Grand Voyages, contact a travel professional, visit OceaniaCruises.com or call toll-free at 800-531-5658.