Itinerary
Day 1
All Aboard: Hong Kong
Fri, Nov 15 2024: Depart: 5:30pm
Poker Room open at 9:30pm
Neon signs galore, dim sum, and amazing temples are a few of the favorite experiences in Hong Kong. Take in as much as you can of this thrilling city with its endless shopping and towering skyscrapers.
Day 2
Cruising: At Sea
Sat, Nov 16 2024: Cruising
Poker Room open at 9:00am
Come join us in the poker room! The poker room is open when we are not in port. That means all evenings and days we are at sea.
Day 3
Docked: Hanoi, Vietnam (Overnight Stay)
Sun, Nov 17 2024: Arrives: 7:00am
Poker Room Closed
Influenced by both France and China, Hanoi is a cultural wonderland peppered with both colonial and modern architecture. Nothing can prepare you for the beauty of Halong Bay and its 2,000 limestone karsts, nor the experience of trekking around mountainous Sapa.
Day 4
Docked: Hanoi, Vietnam
Mon, Nov 18 2024: Departs: 2:00pm
Poker Room open at 7:30pm
In Hanoi, the country’s captivating capital, you’ll find a blend of Parisian grace and Asian pace. Rise early to watch t’ai chi practiced at dawn near Hoan Kiem Lake, then take in the history with a visit to the Ho Chi Minh Mausoleum and the bustling back streets of the Old Quarter.
Day 5
Docked: Hue/Danang (Chan May) Vietnam
Tue, Nov 19 2024: Arrives: 8:00am Departs: 8:00pm
Poker Room open at 8:00pm
The Nguyen Dynasty founded this former capital in the 17th century on the banks of the Perfume River. Today it sits as a massive open-air museum of temples, pagodas, palaces and tombs. Explore the Imperial Citadel, then take a river cruise for a view of the Tombs of the Emperors and Thien Mu Pagoda.
Day 6
Cruising: At Sea
Wed, Nov 20 2024: Cruising
Poker Room open at 9:00am
The Solstice offers multiple dining options including a fantastic main dining room, several bars, and specialty dining such as Le Petit Chef, Tuscan Grille, Murano, Cellar Masters, The Magic Carpet, Sushi on five and more. With so much to choose from, there is something for everyone.
Day 7
Docked: Ho Chi Minh (Phu My), Vietnam
Thu, Nov 21 2024: Arrives: 7:00am Departs: 7:00pm
Poker Room open at 7:30pm
Located on the edge of the Mekong Delta, this dynamic metropolis also features the ageless beauty of an ancient culture. Stroll the wide boulevards of this city, formerly known as Saigon, and visit The History Museum, which houses artifacts from two thousand years of Vietnamese history.
Day 8
Cruising: At Sea
Fri, Nov 22 2024: Cruising
Poker Room open at 9:00am
Be amazed by the breathtaking views in this ultimate observation lounge (our poker room!). The floor to ceiling windows will captivate and the expansive space will please you as you relax in the comfy seating all around.
Day 9
Docked: Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand (OverNight Stay)
Sat, Nov 23 2024: Arrives: 8:00am
Poker Room Closed
Bangkok is a city of contradictions: high-rise buildings and popular clubs abound, but so do golden temples and lively street fairs. A visit to the National Museum is great for history buffs, while shoppers will love the bargains in the Banglamphu district.
Day 10
Docked: Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand
Sun, Nov 24 2024: Departs: 5:00pm
Poker Room open at 8:30pm
Klong Toey, in central Bangkok, features a highly discounted market, offering fresh eel, dried fish, and the lively smells, sights, and sounds of this waterfront-pier area.
Day 11
Tendered: Ko Samui, Thailand
Mon, Nov 25 2024: Arrives: 7:00am, Departs: 5:00pm
Poker Room open at 7:30pm
This small tropical paradise, lined with coconut palms and white sand beaches and encircled by turquoise water is a perfect place to escape and explore. Gaze up at the Big Buddha, cool off in the natural pool at the base of Na Muang Waterfall and view the astonishing natural rock formations of Hin Ta and Hin Yai.
Day 12
At Sea: Cruising
Tue, Nov 26 2024: Cruising
Poker Room open at 9:00am
Relax in the AquaSpa and be transported to a whole new world with treatments inspired by rituals from exotic cultures. Discover a state of complete tranquility as you experience a luxurious spa afloat.
Day 13
Port: Singapore
Wed, Nov 27 2024: Arrives: 7:00am
Poker Room Closed
At first glance, this diamond-shaped island just off the coast of Malaysia gleams with modernism and commercialism, making it seem more Western than Eastern. Stay a few days longer and uncover the eclectic mix of cultures, religions, ancient treasures and British colonial impressions that give rise to a unique Singaporean identity.
Card Player Cruises proudly features a professional, fully staffed, non-smoking poker room. The poker room is usually open for play immediately after the first-seating dinner on your departure day. The poker room remains open throughout most of the cruise except when the ship is in port. Free beginner lessons for novices are offered, followed by a low limit hold’em game for beginners only.
The Card Player Cruises staff will be happy to spread any game and limit that enough players want to play. A general guideline regarding the games and limits on most cruises is as follows:
Limit hold’em: $2/$4 – $4-$8 and higher upon request
No–limit hold’em: $1/3, $2/5, and higher upon request
Omaha/8: $4/8 and often higher ($10/20 on up).
Mixed games: Mixed games upon request Tournaments will be announced.
Please contact our office for further details.
All poker games are open to anyone 18 years and older.
