Sail from Singapore to Doha, and enjoy a tapestry of cultures along the way. Stopping off first in Port Klang, enjoy the must-see Batu Caves. Three sea days bring you to Galle, Sri Lanka’s delightful city (and a UNESCO World Heritage Site to boot!). A long stay in Colombo, follows, then it’s India by way of Cochin and Mumbai.
Cross the Arabian Sea in two days to Muscat before arrival in Doha’s stirring magic of profound traditions and futuristic vision.
Be ready to be dazzled by all of this and Silvana's exciting bridge program!*
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ALL-INCLUSIVE FARES start at $6550 cruise only fare; $8900 with roundtrip air and transfers door-to-door
(All fares include port fees, gov. taxes, unlimited shore excursions and gratuities)
Suites and Fare rates found here
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What's included:
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Our Fabulous Bridge Program exclusively for our Bridge Holidays guests*
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All-Inclusive Cruise Fare
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FREE Door-to-Door Transfers (Pick up from home, taken to the airport, flown to meet the ship, transferred to the ship, BOTH WAYS! (reduced cruise only fare available)
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FREE Shore Excursions
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FREE Unlimited Beverages, Including Fine Wines and Spirits
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FREE Open Bars and Lounges Plus In-Suite Mini-Bar Replenished Daily
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FREE Pre-Paid Gratuities
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FREE Specialty Restaurants
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FREE Unlimited WiFi​
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SPECIAL: BOOK BEFORE June 30th for $300 Shipboard credit
SINGLE SUPPLEMENT only 150% for the first (4) single bookings
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*Participation in our fun-filled bridge groups is available only by booking direct with us at Bridge Holidays LLC
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Indian Ocean Enchantments
Singapore to Doha
May 5 - 21, 2025
16 Nights on Silversea Muse
The Ship: Silver Muse
Click link to deck Plans
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Silver Muse redefines ultra-luxury ocean travel - enhancing the small-ship intimacy and spacious all-suite accommodations that are the hallmarks of the Silversea experience. Silver Muse significantly raises the bar in the ultra-luxury cruise market with a wealth of enhancements to the onboard experience, while satisfying the uncompromising requirements for comfort, service, and quality of the world's most discerning travelers.
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Besides our fabulous bridge program, days on board include leisure time by the pool or on the sundeck, partaking in a myriad of daily entertainment options, staying fit with wellness classes, rejuvenating in their exquisite spa, getting lost at the movies or enriching yourself with guest lecturers.
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Evenings on board are filled with music and joy. Enjoy a rousing cabaret show or a theater production, test your luck at the Casino, step onto the stage for karaoke or simply find a quiet place on deck to revel in the serenity of the sounds of the ocean while gazing at the stars.
In the unlikely event that Silvana and Rich Morici are unable to travel or attend scheduled functions due to illness or circumstances beyond our control, Bridge Holidays and/or Silvana and Rich Morici will not be liable, and no refunds for such inability to travel or attend functions and events will be owed by Bridge Holidays and/or Silvana and Rich Morici. Applicable cancellation penalties imposed by the cruise line will apply. Bridge Holidays will attempt to provide hosts of equal caliber.
One of our most anticipated voyages!
The bridge program on this voyage will be structured to allow a maximum opportunity to delve deeper in each port. With so many sea days, we will get everything in!
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May 5 - Singapore, Singapore
Embark PM
Singapore is a spectacular, futuristic vision of utopian city life. A city designed with space to breathe, with gorgeous outdoor parks, massive indoor greenhouses and beautiful recreational spaces.
It is almost intimidatingly clean - and the hyper-efficient public transport system whips residents and visitors across the city's neighborhoods in a heartbeat. The lush green botanical gardens are a spectacular and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Jaunt between Little India and the atmospheric Chinatown in minutes, where beautiful temples - like the Chinese Thian Hock Keng Temple and Hindu Sri Mariamman Temple add rich cultural intrigue. Singapore's cuisine is a fusion of its Indian, Chinese, Indonesian, and Malay influences. Enjoy dishes in towering restaurants, or toast the glowing skyline with the eponymous cocktail - a Singapore Sling.
Bridge: Pre-Dinner Welcome Meet & Greet and Group Dinner
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May 6 - Port Klang (Kuala Lumpur), Malaysia
9 AM to 10 PM
Towered over by the world's most famous architectural siblings - the Petronas Twin Towers - Kuala Lumpur is a staggering melting pot of influences. The glittering skyline mingles with colonial architecture and ornate temples, which decorate lush hillsides around the city. Haggle your way through humming markets, visit cultural treasures and historic sites, and dive headfirst into this city, where tradition collides head-on with modernity. One of Malaysia’s most visited attractions is Batu Caves, an awe-inspiring, colorful journey into a sacred void in these immense limestone cliffs. Huge statues tower over the brightly-hued steps, as you climb to the unique cave temple, in this most dramatic of locations. The golden onion dome of the National Palace, Istana Negara, is a spectacular sight, where horses clop and white-robed soldiers wait patiently. Bridge: Afternoon Lesson & Pairs Game
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May 7 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Pairs Game ; Afternoon Lesson & Pairs Game
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May 8 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Workshop and Afternoon Pairs Game
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May 9 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Workshop and Afternoon Pairs Game
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May 10 - Galle, Sri Lanka
8 AM to 6 PM
Galle is an ancient port where different political influences from Europe have merged. In fact, the Galle Fort was occupied by the Portuguese, Dutch and British until the late 19th century. Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1988, it is surrounded by the sea on three sides. The surviving Dutch-colonial architecture and narrow streets exude the historic atmosphere of this living fort that has a distinctly moorish touch.. The 18th century Dutch church has a splendid wooden memorial to one of the commanders of Galle.
Bridge: Afternoon Lesson & Pairs Game
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May 11 - Colombo, Sri Lanka
8 AM to 11 PM
Perfumed flower garlands, colonial roots, and lavish afternoon teas welcome you to Colombo. Sri Lanka’s easy breezy city is certainly intoxicating, with its cinnamon dusted air, steaming cups of delicate ceylon, and sassy seaside charm. A place of full sensory immersion, explore tangled streets to frantic tuk-tuks and gaze in awe at grand colonial buildings turned heritage hotels. Visit the Gangaramaya Temple, to walk among the orange-robed monks who glide between flora-strewn alters, or plunge into the chaos of Pettah markets. An incredible gathering of carved Hindu gods decorate the colorful pyramid of the Captain’s Garden Kovil temple - the oldest Hindu temple in the city. Forever the dish of the day, crab is a must in Colombo. Sit down, tuck in your bib and use your hands to crack and scoop out the soft white meat, especially delicious when smothered in garlic and fiery chili.
Bridge: Early Evening Lesson
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May 12 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Pairs Game; Afternoon Lesson & Pairs Game
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May 13 - Cochin, India
8 AM to 6 PM
A hodgepodge of cultures collide on the banks of the estuary where Cochin carves out her home. Chinese fishing nets the size of skyscrapers, boxy Dutch architecture and pretty Portuguese palaces point to the blend of influence here, while the Raj era remnants, soaring spires of old-world mosques, and near-abandoned synagogues all add to the dense, varied tapestry of inspirations and imprints. Fragrant spice markets cut the hot air with cardamom and clove, while antique stores groan beneath the weight of singing copper. Hit the backstreets of Fort Kochi for a deep and dreamy Ayurvedic massage, marvel at the Krishna murals that adorn the bedchamber walls of the Mattancherry Palace, or admire India’s oldest European-built Christian churches. A day can easily meander past on a backwater cruise, surrounded by paddies; you’ll experience rural India in her best dress.
Bridge: Afternoon Lesson & Pairs Game
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May 14 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Pairs Game ; Afternoon Lesson & Pairs Game
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May 15 - Mumbai, India
8 AM to 11 PM
A spicy destination of color and chaos, the city formally known as Bombay is a deafening collision of contrasts and culture. Known as the City of Dreams, Mumbai is at once an economic centre, fashion hub and home for Bollywood’s world of glamour. This is the real India. Brutal poverty is rife in sprawling slums, while unimaginable wealth glares in the exuberances of the world’s most expensive private residence. A place of dazzling, overwhelming cultural experiences, littered with UNESCO World Heritage sites. See remnants of the colonial past in the architecture and art deco buildings of the Colaba district – like the incredible High Victorian Gothic styled Chatrapati Shivaji railway terminus building. Visit another World Heritage Site at the remarkable carved 7th-century Elephant caves, which are a short ferry ride from Mumbai Harbour. Dharavi is a unique experience and Asia’s largest slum is one of the most densely populated places in the world and a popular tour. It received global attention as the setting for the film Slumdog Millionaire. Elsewhere in Mumbai, visit the house where Gandhi lived - now transformed into a museum honoring his life and work.
Bridge: Afternoon Lesson and Pairs Game
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May 16 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Pairs Game & Afternoon Swiss, Part 1
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May 17 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Pairs Game & Afternoon Swiss, Part 2
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May 18 - Muscat, Oman (overnight)
Arrive 8 AM
Oman’s capital rests overlooking the coast of the Gulf of Oman, tucked away among the country’s mountains. Discover a city surrounded by neat gardens - with streets lined by palm trees and crumbling Portuguese forts providing a tangible link to the past. Explore an elegant array of domes, minarets and marbled Arabic archways, as you’re immersed in a city where a traditional conservative outlook mingles with a pragmatic modern approach. Despite a relative boom in recent years, Muscat has clung to its old-world Arabian charm. For us bridge player, this first night is best to experience the Arabian Night Experience in the Dunes as bridge is played in the morning.
Bridge: Morning Pairs Game
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May 19 - Muscat, Oman (overnight)
Depart 7 PM
Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the main mosque and an iconic landmark of Muscat. No fewer than 20,000 people cram inside below its towering minaret, which soars upwards for a stunning 90 meters. In the evening, lights shine on the exterior, and the dome glows like a mirage floating above the city’s rooftops. The Mutrah area is rich with local culture. Wander among the groaning tables of the lively fish market and busy Mutrah souk. Mutrah Fort was constructed during the Portuguese occupation of the 16th century and offers views back down over the harbour. Things can get a little sticky in this humid climate, so head to the beach to enjoy a gentle breeze and unwind. Nearby, you’ll find plenty of indulgent stretches of soft sand, met by pristine water. Swim with fish and turtles or relax below the palm trees. Or take a cruise to spot spinner dolphins playing in the waters offshore.
Bridge: Afternoon Lesson & Pairs Game
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May 20 - Cruising International Waters
Bridge: Morning Farewell Pairs Game
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May 21 - Doha, Qatar
Disembark AM
Extravagant shopping malls, gleaming skyscrapers and mosques studded with intricate carvings all contribute to the Pearl of Qatar's flourishing skyline. A futuristic vision kept grounded by its heritage, this sprawling metropolis's ambitious structures echo the ancient Arabic art that long preceded its rise. Explore the luxurious and fascinating tapestry of interwoven extravagance and tradition that is Doha's trademark, as you soak up the sun, sea and skyline of this ever-sparkling city. Wander the Corniche's four-mile parade, which unspools at the feet of skyscrapers that glow, jewel-like with multicolored allure as night descends.