From 2026, clients of custom specialist Audley Travel will be able to experience a new cruise experience as part of bespoke trip itineraries featuring the Indian Ocean.

Partnering with luxury operator Azamara, Audley's new Indian Ocean itinerary takes in both carefully curated land and cruise elements - from iconic cities, to UNESCO World Heritage sites and coral reefs.  Azamara's ethos is a perfect fit with Audley's personalized service, providing an intimate cruise experience where the destinations as well as first-class service are at the heart.

Clients booking a land and cruise trip with Audley curate their own bespoke 'hybrid trip' to maximise their travel time and destination exploration, whilst traveling in comfort, luxury and style. Audley's specialists apply their personalized approach to itinerary planning to extend to all elements of the trip, from helping clients choose the right ship, stateroom or suite and onboard experiences, to expertly crafting bespoke landside activities and excursions.  

Indian Ocean cruise: Singapore to the Seychelles (cruise with Azamara)

Land highlights include:

• Savoring an afternoon tea at Raffles' Golden Lobby
• Taking a guided tour of the city traveling to Marina Bay Sands in a traditional bumboat
• Visiting the bustling markets and temples of Chinatown and Little India
• Finding respite from the heat in the Cloud Forest (a unique cooled conservatory housing one of the world's largest indoor waterfalls)
• After the cruise, relaxing on the pristine beach at Beau Vallon, famed for its palm trees, crystal-clear waters, coral reefs, and opportunities for diving and snorkeling

Cruise highlights include:

• Discovering the ancient Batu Caves in Kuala Lumpur
• Encountering elephants and leopards in Sri Lanka's national parks
• Snorkeling in the Maldives to see sea turtles
• Exploring Vallée de Mai in the Seychelles, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its rare Coco de Mer palms

Audley Travel's 24-day custom Indian Ocean cruise: Singapore to Mahe itinerary includes 16-nights onboard an Azamara cruise sailing between Singapore and the Seychelles on a full board basis, plus two nights in Singapore and four nights on Mahé Island.  The itinerary costs from $10,386 per person (based on two traveling) and includes transfers, accommodations, activities and excursions.  855 435 1768 /           www.audleytravel.com/us/malaysia

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