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THE BORNEO JOURNEYS – 2019 & 2020
ABOARD THE 25-CABIN MOTOR SAILER PANORAMA II
a) West Borneo from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu or reverse
| 8-night cruise
b) Bali & Borneo across the Java Sea, from Benoa Port Bali to
Kuching, Borneo or reverse | 12-night cruise
M/S PANORAMA II MOTOR SAILER
The Panorama II is a 164 ft Motor Sailer which complies with the latest SOLAS regulations for International Voyages. Her
state of the art twin masts with 600 m3 of sails allow safe and comfortable sailing.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
Length: 50 m (164 ft) Launch Year: 2004 Cabins: 25 Capacity: 49 passengers Crew: 18
The two masted M/S Panorama II was launched in 2004 and carries just 49 passengers. This state of the art Motorsailer
has performed several Atlantic Ocean crossings, has sailed from the Seychelles to Monte Carlo and from the Black Sea to
Tunis and offers a high standard of accommodation, comfort and safety. The public areas include a main bar and lounge
which was renovated in 2015 to feature wood flooring and new furniture and comfortable sofas with soft fabrics in warm
coral tones.
Service on board is provided by your Captain, the Cruise Coordinator and your experienced Marine and Hotel crew members.
Deck Plan
M/S PANORAMA II
The motor sailer PANORAMA II
CABIN SPECIFICATIONS: The M/S Panorama II outside cabins are located at the
Upper, Main and Lower decks and are handsomely
designed, finished with lustrous wood trims and warm
fabrics. They all have marble-appointed en suite
bathrooms with showers and are equipped with windows
(Upper & Main deck cabins) and portholes (Lower deck
cabins). All cabins have individually controlled A/C and
fitted with Flat screen TV, telephone (for internal use),
hairdryers, mini-fridge, central music, public address
system and safe boxes. 4 Main Deck cabins are
convertible into 2 suites. 4 Lower deck cabins can be
offered as Triple cabins.
LIFE ON BOARD During the day, life on board centers around the indoor
Lounge area, and the indoor dining room, as well as the
open and inviting deck areas, natural gathering places,
perfect for enjoying your meals al fresco, settling into a
chair with a good book, or gather with your fellow
passengers and enjoy the views of the places you visit.
The swimming platform on PANORAMA II’s stern enables
you to swim off the yacht when weather and anchorage
conditions permit.
MAIN DECK The main lounge, with comfortable sofas, has a full-
service bar and a plasma screen, and is the hub of social
activities, such as the daily briefings on the destinations
visited, and other gatherings. This area is ideal for
enjoying the company of your fellow travelers or simply
for reading a good book from the library. The area was
beautifully renovated in 2015 to feature wood flooring
and new furniture and comfortable sofas with soft fabrics
in warm coral tones.
INDOOR AND OUTDOOR DINING ROOMS Located on the Lower deck, the indoor dining room seat
all passengers in a single, unassigned seating and offer
generous buffet space. The aft area at the Upper Deck
provides generous semi-covered area where guests can
enjoy meals al fresco in a single unassigned seating, with
wonderful views, weather permitting. Food is served at
the table or displayed on the state of the art hot & cold
buffets, also including an “a la minute cooking” section.
The menu is international, with a focus on local
specialties.
SUN DECK The bow area at the Upper deck provides generous
space and comfortable sun loungers are available to
sunbathe in total comfort.
WEST BORNEO JOURNEY
8 NIGHTS/9 DAYS from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu or reverse
THE BORNEO JOURNEY A cruise along Borneo Western coast from Kuching to Kota Kinabalu & reverse
DAY PORT COUNTRY PROGRAM Arrival Depart.
1 Kuching MALAYSIA /
SARAWAK ☽
Embarkation 3 pm - Overnight in port.
2 Kuching MALAYSIA /
SARAWAK
Today our optional excursion will take us to the Bako
National Park in search for the world- famous proboscis
Monkeys. In the afternoon we board the Panorama II right
from the beach and sail to nearby Lakei Island for an
afternoon of relaxation. Overnight at sea to Mukah. 19:00
3 Mukah MALAYSIA /
SARAWAK
Mid-day arrival in Mukah. Disembarkation and optional
excursion in the Melanau Heartland home of the Melanau.
Visit Lamin Dana, a traditional Melanau house built above the
water. Marvel at their intricate costumes and handicraft.
Overnight at anchor.
12:00
4 Mukah -
Sibu
MALAYSIA /
SARAWAK
Full-day optional excursion to Sibu, a city built along the
might Rajan River, the largest river of Malaysia. Spend the
morning in town, strolling around Old Sibu markets and visit
the 7 Storey Chinese Pagoda. After lunch go up river with
fast boats in Iban territory. Late evening return to Sibu and
Mukah - Overnight at sea to Bintulu. 23:00
5 Bintulu MALAYSIA /
SARAWAK
Morning arrival in Bintulu. Our optional excursion will take
us to Similajau National Park designed around a mangrove
forest and the Likau River. Later we will drive back to town
and we will strol through Pasar Utama and Pasar Tamu
markets. Back to the ship for a late lunch. Overnight at sea
to Miri.
8:00
18:00
6 Miri MALAYSIA /
SARAWAK
Early morning disembarkation. This morning our optional
excursion will take us by plane to Gunung National Park,
a World Heritage site. During the first day there will be time
to take the 3km elevated plank-walk to Lang Cave, the largest
cave passage in the world. Explore the impressive stalactites
and stalagmites before proceeding to Deer Cave; Less
adventurous guests can select the Iban Longhouse &
Lambir Hill & Waterfalls optional excursion. In the
evening we sail to Brunei. Overnight at sea.
7:00
22:00
7
Brunei -
Bandar
Seri
Begawan
SULTANATE OF
BRUNEI
Today you will discover the Sultanate of Brunei 2 facets with
your full-day optional tour. First Brunei's countryside and
the rural life of the Dusun, Iban and Kedayan indigenous
people. Enjoy lunch and a Ngajat traditioonal dance
performance. Return to town and revel at the Palace of Light
and other intricate monuments and palaces. Overnight at sea
to Kota Kinabalu
10:00
19:00
8 Kota
Kinabalu
MALAYSIA /
SABAH
Morning arrival in Kota Kinabalu, the capital of the Sabah
region and also often called KK. We have two optional
excursions in today’s program. A day excursion by air to
Sandakan in North Borneo for a full day at the Sepilok Orang
utan Reserve and a Kinabatangan River cruise. Alternatively
you can select the Kianbalu Park and Poring Hot Spring tour
in the area of the Kinabalu mountain, Southeast Asia's
highest mountain. A 41-high canopy walk will allow you to
admire Borneos's fauna and flora. Farewell dinner at the
sounds of Malay music.
8:00
9 Kota
Kinabalu
MALAYSIA /
SABAH
Disembarkation 9:00 to 10:00.
☽ OVERNIGHT IN PORT
Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of Variety Cruises and of the Vessel's Captain in case of adverse weather conditions - winds of 6/7
beaufort or more depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave port or in case of other extraordinary
conditions. Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers to any efunds but Variety Cruises guarantees that passengers are
disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for their flights.
FROM BALI TO BORNEO ACROSS THE JAVA SEA
A Journey across the Java Sea -Bali, Java and Borneo Islands
12 NIGHTS/13 DAYS from Bali to Kuching or reverse
Day 1 Benoa Port, BALI / INDONESIA
Day 2 Lovina Bay / Buleleng, BALI/ INDONESIA
Day 3 Probolingo/ INDONESIA
Day 4 Giligenleng Island, JAVA/ INDONESIA
Day 5 Rembang, JAVA/ INDONESIA
Day 6 Semarang, JAVA / INDONESIA
Day 7 Cirebon City, JAVA/ INDONESIA
Day 8 Day at sea
Day 9 Belitung Island/ INDONESIA
Day 10 Ketabang – Kalimandan, BORNEO/ INDONESIA
Day 11 Pontianak – Kalimandan, BORNEO/ INDONESIA
Day 12 Pemanak,BORNEO/ INDONESIA
Day 13 Kuching, BORNEO/ MALAYSIA
Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of Variety Cruises and of the Vessel's Captain in case of adverse weather
conditions - winds of 6/7 beaufort or more depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave
port or in case of other extraordinary conditions. Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers to any
efunds but Variety Cruises guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time
for their flights.
THE BORNEO JOURNEYS
2019 & 2020 SAILING DATES 8 nights / 9 days
WEST BORNEO
IN 2019:
From Kuching to Kota Kinabalu,
Borneo:
October 2019: 10
From Kota Kinabalu to Kuching,
Borneo:
October 2019: 18
IN 2020:
From Kuching to Kota Kinabalu,
Borneo:
October 2020: 8
From Kota Kinabalu to Kuching,
Borneo:
May 2020: 23
October 2020: 16
12 nights / 13 days
FROM BALI TO BORNEO
& REVERSE
IN 2019:
From Benoa Port, Bali to
Kuching, Borneo:
September 2019: 28
IN 2020:
From Benoa Port, Bali to
Kuching, Borneo:
September 2020: 26
From Kuching, Borneo to Benoa
Port, Bali:
May 2020: 31
Cruise fares are per person, and week, and include: Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air conditioning. Full-board: Buffet breakfast and two meals daily, including a Welcome Cocktail, a local Theme
Evening , fun BBQ (weather permitting) and Captain’s Dinner. Regular (filter) coffee, tea and drinking water free all day. Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment (subject to availability). English-Speaking Cruise Escort.
Not included:
Beverages (except those mentioned above). Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements. Crew tips. Passenger personal expenses. Wi-Fi (available at charge).
NOT INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE
Such personal expenses as drinks (other than included in the rate), laundry, spa-where applicable, boutique
items and gratuities, (gratuities are optional but as a rule, satisfied clients are expected to give to the
captain, at the end of the cruise, approximately €13-15 per person per day for distribution among all crew
members) medical expenses, port taxes, shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged on
board by the tour leaders), use of the on board Wi-Fi (available at a charge), expenditures incurred ashore,
and anything not mentioned in cruise program.