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Phuket Island, Thailand. Sun-worshippers from all over the world converge on this island to enjoy its beautiful beaches and tropical beauty. Others come to experience Phuket’s hospitality and exotic culture. Here, you’ll find ancient temples, exciting elephant rides, shopping galore, exotic Thai cuisine and even exhilarating cabaret shows.

SuperStar Virgo Shore Excursions: Regular Cruises VPHU-2H – Amazing Cabaret Show Take a scenic drive and pass by Karon Noi, Karon and Kata Beach via the coastal road. Head to Laem Promthep, located at the southern-most tip of the island with breathtaking panoramic view of Nai Harn Bay. Visit Phuket's most important Buddhist temple, the Wat Chalong. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket's twenty nine Buddhist monasteries. Wat Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for their work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured. Visit Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory, visitors will get to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale here. Visit the Simon Cabaret Show, an extravagant cabaret show with stunning costumes, bright lights, and expensive sets. The most unique feature in the show is that most of the performers are men dressed as women. VPHU-3H – Shop Till You Drop Shop for the best products Phuket has to offer when you visit: Pornthip Sea Store, the most acclaimed authentic dried sauté food store. Here, a wide selection of ready-to-eat dried sauté food such as sausages, dried minced pork, dried squid, preserved plum, mango, pineapple, ginger and coconut candy are for sale. Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory, the 1996 Thai Product Award Winner for Producer and Retailer of the Year. Visitors are invited to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale here. Wang Talang, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Continue shopping at Central Festival, the biggest superstore in Phuket. After a sumptous lunch, head to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. VPHU-4H – Elephant Riding Adventure For those that are adventurous, try the Adventure Safari. Take an elephant ride through one of Phuket’s forested areas. Guests can also enjoy the baby elephant and monkey shows after the ride. Next, visit the Wat Chalong, Phuket's most important Buddhist temple. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket's twenty nine Buddhist monasteries. Shop for some local products before heading for lunch and then to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong Beach is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. VPHU-5H – Scenic Phang Nga Bay Take a scenic drive across Phuket Island via the Sarasin Bridge to Phang Nga province, Phang Nga Bay. Board the local boat for a 2½ hour scenic tour of Phang Nga Bay. James Bond Island and Koh Pannyi are just two of the more famous spots in this bay. A distinctive feature of Phang Nga Bay is the sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. The fact that it's protected from both the Northeast and the Southwest monsoon seasons means that its waters remain calm year round, which adds to the appeal of its scenic wonders and abundant wildlife. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch before shopping for some local products. VPHU-6H – A Touch Of Thai Massage Start your tour at Rang Hill and enjoy a panoramic view of Phuket before continuing to shop for local products. Take please in a relaxing Traditional Thai Massage, which is the medicinal massage originally practised by the Buddhist monks of Thailand. This massage has been handed down from master to student for the last 2,500 years. It combines acupuncture points from China and yoga from India, which open up the body energetically and physically. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch before finally heading to Robinson Department Store and Ocean Time Square. Enjoy some shopping. VPHU-7H – Sea Cave Canoe Adventure Visit Phang Nga Bay and discover its sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. Continue next with Sea Canoeing through caves and lagoons as there is no better way to appreciate the interior world of strange geographic formations and flora and fauna of Phang Nga Bay. Next, paddle quietly through its caves and lagoons using an inflatable canoe. The islands here are full of hidden caves and inland lagoons known as "hongs" (rooms). The dark passage and the stillness create an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Enjoy lunch onboard and take the opportunity to go for a short swim. Finally shop for local souvenirs before returning to the ship. VPHU-12H – Adventure Escapade Stop at the Handicraft Centre and Kinnaree Entertainment Complex and take part in a whole range of activities from shooting to elephant, riding to shopping. All activities and entrance fees are optional and not included in the tour package. Range of activities available are as follows: Elephant Riding – enjoy a ride on one of these majestic lumbering monsters through Phuket’s pristine forested areas Phuket Monkey School – be enthralled by the highly intelligent, amusing, entertaining, loving, and friendly working monkeys Phuket Shooting Range – experience the thrill of live combat action or test your shooting and tactical skills Phuket Cobra Show – don’t miss the opportunity to hold or get near these often misunderstood creatures. This show is both educational and entertaining All-Terrain Vehicle Ride – feel the adrenaline rush as you ride through Phuket’s wild landscape Kinnaree House – Local shop VPHU-15H – Snorkeling At Khai Nok Depart via speedboat to Khai Nok Island. This paradise island is famed for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. Visitors may enjoy the beautiful tropical fish at the shallow waters whilst snorkelling around the island. The boat will also take participants out to one of the best snorkelling points at “Khai Nai Island”. After being served lunch at Khai Nok, head for some snorkelling. Life jackets, masks and snorkels will be provided. VPHU-17H – Coral Island Powersnorkelling Head to Coral Island, situated 9 km off the south east coast of Phuket. The island is surrounded by colourful coral reefs, hence the name Coral Island. The island has two long stretches of white, sandy beach on one side, and a few quiet bays on the other. Powersnorkelling equipment and sea-scooters will be provided. Other activities that are inclusive of this package is normal snorkelling equipment, standard kayaks, clear kayaks, fish feeding and beach volleyball. Other payable activities available here include massages, banana boat, parasailing, sea walking etc. Set lunch will be served before returning to the ship. VPHU-S – Transfer to Patong Beach Head to Walang Talang souvenir shop, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Next stop at Patong Beach which is originally a fishing village. Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach. VPHU-T – Transfer to Phuket Town Proceed to Walang Talang souvenir shop, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Visit Central Festival next, Phuket’s largest department store for some shopping. Special Cruises VPHU-002 – Amazing Cabaret Show Start your tour by taking a scenic drive along Karon Noi, Karon and Kata Beach via the costal road located at the southern-most tip of the island and take in a panoramic view of Nai Harn Bay. Next visit Wat Chalong, Phuket's most significant Buddhist temple. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket's twenty nine Buddhist monasteries. The architecture is typical of temples found throughout Thailand. Wat Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for their work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured. Next, stopover at the Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory which won the Thai Product Winner for Producer and Retailer of the Year in 1996. Visitors are invited to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale. Shop for a some local Thai products before stopping over for a buffet lunch. Enjoy an extravagant cabaret show with stunning costumes, bright lights, and expensive sets at the Simon Cabaret Theatre. The most unique feature here is that most of the performers are men dressed as women. VPHU-003 – Shop Till You Drop Depart from the pier and take a short drive to Phuket City for some great shopping. First start at Pornthip Sea Store, the most acclaimed authentic dried food store. Here, a wide selection of ready-to-eat dried sauté food such as sausages, minced pork, squid, preserved plum, mango, pineapple, ginger, and coconut candy are for sale. Next you will be taken to Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory which was the Thai Product Award Winner for Producer and Retailer of the Year in 1996. Visitors are invited to sample an assortment of cashew nut varieties and dry fruit candies that are for sale here. Head to Wang Talang, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Your trip will not be complete without a visit to the Central Festival for some shopping. Stop by for lunch and depart to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach. VPHU-004 – Elephant Riding Adventure Arrive at Adventure Safari for an elephant ride through one of Phuket’s forested areas. Riding an elephant is an experience not to be missed. These lumbering monsters are incredibly agile for their size and can negotiate slippery slopes that even humans would falter and slip on - and all this while carrying three people on their backs. Guests can also enjoy the baby elephant and monkey shows after the ride. Next visit Phuket’s most significant Buddhist temple, Wat Chalong. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket’s 20 Buddhist monasteries. Wat Chalong is associated with the revered monks, Luang Pho Chaem and Luang Pho Chuang, both of whom were famous for their work in herbal medicine and tending to the injured. Shop for some local products at Sri Burapa Cashew Nut Factory before stopping for a lunch. Finally arrive at Patong Beach for some leisure, sporting or even recreational activities, this is spread along a 3km stretch. VPHU-005 – Scenic Phang Nga Bay Take a scenic drive across Phuket Island via the Sarasin Bridge to Phang Nga province Phang Nga Bay and board the local boat for a 2 and a half hour scenic tour of Phang Nga Bay. James Bond Island and Koh Pannyi are just two of the more famous spots in this bay. A distinctive feature of Phang Nga Bay is the sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. Limestone is calcium carbonate, which is generally white. Over millions of years, the skeletons from a constant rain of marine organisms, plus the chemical precipitation of yet more calcium carbonate built thick layers of sediment. Eventually, the heat and pressure of their own weight turn these strata to stone. Mineral oxides from various sources paint the multi-coloured streaks that characterise the cliffs of Phang Nga Bay. The fact that it's protected from both the Northeast and the Southwest monsoon seasons means that its waters remain calm year round, which adds to the appeal of its scenic wonders and abundant wildlife. Enjoy lunch before heading off to shop for local products. VPHU-006 – A Touch Of Thai Massage Start your journey by enjoying a panoramic view of Phuket before shopping for local Thai products. Next take pleasure in a relaxing Traditional Thai Massage which is the medicinal massage originally practised by the Buddhist monks of Thailand. This massage has been handed down from master to student for the last 2,500 years. It combines acupuncture points from China and yoga from India, which open up the body energetically and physically. Enjoy a sumptuous lunch spread before heading to Robinson Department Store and Ocean Time Square for some shopping. VPHU-007 – Sea Cave Canoe Adventure Visit Phang Nga Bay and discover its sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. Continue next with Sea Canoeing through caves and lagoons as there is no better way to appreciate the interior world of strange geographic formations and flora and fauna of Phang Nga Bay. Next, paddle quietly through its caves and lagoons using an inflatable canoe. The islands here are full of hidden caves and inland lagoons known as "hongs" (rooms). The dark passage and the stillness create an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. Enjoy lunch onboard and take the opportunity to go for a short swim. Finally shop for local souvenirs before returning to the ship. VPHU- 009 – Phuket Fantasea Extravaganza Visit the Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most important Buddist temple. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket’s 29 Buddist monasteries. Next, shop for some local products before heading off to Phuket Fantasea Festival Village to enjoy the cultural parades, craft demonstrations, elephant rides and much more. Stop for dinner at Golden Kinaree Buffet Restaurant. Next, head to the Phuket Fantasea Show which takes place at the Palace of the Elephants, a grand 3000-seat state of the art theatre that houses a spell binding show combining culture and illusion that is beyond imagination. "Fantasy of A Kingdom" is the ultimate Las Vegas style show that incorporates Thai culture with magical illusions, four dimensional effects, aerial ballet, acrobatics pyrotechnics, special effects, elephant circus and stunts into one unforgettable theatrical masterpiece guaranteed to thrill and delight visitors of all ages or nationalities. Inspired by the colourful Thai heritage, visitors are taken on a journey through Thai mythology and ancient battle. Discover the exotic songs and dances and experience the grand illusion when an elephant flies and disappears before your very eyes! VPHU-012 – Adventure Escapade Stop at the Handicraft Centre and Kinnaree Entertainment Complex and take part in a whole range of activities from shooting to elephant, riding to shopping. All activities and entrance fees are optional and not included in the tour package. Range of activities available are as follows: Elephant Riding – enjoy a ride on one of these majestic lumbering monsters through Phuket’s pristine forested areas Phuket Monkey School – be enthralled by the highly intelligent, amusing, entertaining, loving, and friendly working monkeys Phuket Shooting Range – experience the thrill of live combat action or test your shooting and tactical skills Phuket Cobra Show – don’t miss the opportunity to hold or get near these often misunderstood creatures. This show is both educational and entertaining All-Terrain Vehicle Ride – feel the adrenaline rush as you ride through Phuket’s wild landscape Kinnaree House – Local shop VPHU-015 – Snorkeling At Khai Nok Depart via speedboat to Khai Nok Island. This paradise island is famed for its crystal clear waters and white sandy beaches. Visitors may enjoy the beautiful tropical fish at the shallow waters whilst snorkelling around the island. The boat will also take participants out to one of the best snorkelling points at “ Khai Nai Island ”. After being served lunch at Khai Nok, head for some snorkelling. Life jackets, masks and snorkels will be provided. VPHU-016 – Aroma Spa Head to Wat Chalong, Phuket’s most important Buddist temple. It is also the biggest and most ornate of Phuket’s 29 Buddist monasteries. Next shop for local products before heading to the Cheraim Spa Village where you will enjoy 2 hours of pampering – herbal tea, hotel towel, foot bath, steam, sauna, Jacuzzi, Aromatic Massage (45 minutes), & Reflexology (45 minutes). Have a sumptuous dinner before heading to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach. VPHU-017 – Coral Island Powersnorkelling Head to Coral Island, situated 9 km off the south east coast of Phuket. The island is surrounded by colourful coral reefs, hence the name Coral Island. The island has two long stretches of white, sandy beach on one side, and a few quiet bays on the other. Powersnorkelling equipment and sea-scooters will be provided. Other activities that are inclusive of this package is normal snorkelling equipment, standard kayaks, clear kayaks, fish feeding and beach volleyball. Other payable activities available here include massages, banana boat, parasailing, sea walking etc. Set lunch will be served. VPHU-S – Transfer to Patong Beach Head to Walang Talang souvenir shop, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Next stop at Patong Beach which is originally a fishing village. Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach. VPHU-T– Transfer to Phuket Town Proceed to Walang Talang souvenir shop, which offers quality local handmade souvenirs, gifts, Thai Silk, precious stones and jewellery. Visit Central Festival next, Phuket’s largest department store for some shopping.

SuperStar Gemini Shore Excursions: GPHU-1G – Phuket Fantasea Explore the Festival Village and enjoy the cultural parades, craft demonstrations, elephant rides and much more when you visit Phuket Fantasea Festival Village. Next get to see Phuket Fantasea Show, a grand 3000-seat state of the art theatre that houses a spell binding show combining culture and illusion that is beyond imagination. "Fantasy of A Kingdom" is the ultimate in Las Vegas style show that incorporates Thai culture with magical illusions, four dimensional effects, aerial ballet, acrobatics pyrotechnics, special effects, elephant circus and stunts into one unforgettable theatrical masterpiece guaranteed to thrill and delight visitors of all ages or nationalities. Inspired by the colourful Thai heritage, visitors are taken on a journey through Thai mythology and ancient battle. Discover the exotic songs and dances and experience the grand illusion when an elephant flies and disappears before your eyes! GPHU-T – Transfer to Patong Beach Heading to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach. GPHU-2G – Elephant Riding Adventure For those that are adventurous, try the Adventure Safari. Take an elephant ride through one of Phuket’s forested areas. Riding an elephant is an experience not to be missed. These lumbering monsters are incredibly agile for their size and can negotiate slippery slopes that even humans would falter and slip on - and all this while carrying three people on their backs. Guests can also enjoy the baby elephant and monkey shows after the ride. Next, visit the Rubber Plantation and find out how rubber is harvested and produced. Head to Promthep Cape next which is overlooking the scenic southern-most tip of Phuket to catch a glimpse of the famed ‘Four-Faced Buddha’ before heading to Patong Beach. Originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach. GPHU-3G – Sea Canoe Adventure in Phang Nga Bay Head to Phang Nga Bay to view its distinctive feature, which is the sheer limestone cliffs that jut vertically out of the emerald green water. Next, try your hand at Sea Canoeing through caves and lagoons as there is no better way to appreciate the interior world of strange geographic formations, flora and fauna of Phang Nga Bay than to paddle quietly through its caves and lagoons by an inflatablecanoe. The islands here are full of hidden caves and inland lagoons known as "hongs" (rooms). The dark passage and the silence on the water create an atmosphere of anticipation and excitement. GPHU-T – Transfer to Patong Beach Visit the Patong Beach, originally a fishing village, Patong is Phuket's most developed beach offering virtually every kind of entertainment imaginable. Numerous leisure, sporting, shopping and recreational options flourish along its three kms of beach.