WINNER "BEST CRUISE VALUE" 1992, 1993, 1994, 1995
Song of Flower wins the "Best Cruise Value," in the Ultra-Deluxe category for four consecutive years awarded by Ocean & Cruise News November, 1995
NAMED WORLD'S BEST CRUISE LINE by the readers of Condé Nast Traveler - 1995
NAMED BEST CRUISE LINE IN THE WORLD and recipient of THE GRAND SEAL OF EXCELLENCE by Legion D'Honneur du Voyage
SIX STAR RATING 1996 Fielding's Guide to Worldwide Cruises
Unpretentious Elegance To Asia, Arabia, India & The Red Sea
Brillant as a cloud drifting in the still Norwegian sky, Song of Flower glides through blue water on a voyage of discovery. She sails with a proud heritage from the land of deep fjords and legendary mariners to explore coastal treasures from the shores of India through the Suez Canal and beyond. On board you're part of her rich seafaring legacy, warm hospitality and inviting ambiance. It's a feeling many describe as "elegance without pretense." Relax in the sun on deck as breezes off the Java Sea cool the day. Or stroll under the stars of a southern sky as Norwegian officers guide Song of Flower toward intriguing ports larger ships must pass by. After a day ashore, enjoy afternoon tea, served in the grand tradition of fine ocean cruising. Evening brings gracious gourmet dining, nightly entertainment and the comforts of "home"- your spacious stateroom with sweeping ocean views.
As one of Norway's Finest, Song of Flower is unique in every detail. We invite you to discover her on the pages that follow and find what many believe to be the ultimate cruise vacation.
On Song of Flower our shipboard staff takes pride in providing you with outstanding service. Enjoy many of life's finer pleasures on your voyage, each one with our compliments ... order room service at any hour, cocktails in any lounge, specialty drinks poolside and fine wines to accompany lunch and dinner ... all without signing a bill.
We try our best to Anticipate Your Needs rather than merely fulfill them. Your Scandinavian stewardess remembers your schedule; the bartender mixes your favorite cocktail as if he's known you for years; your waiter takes note of your sweet tooth and brings extra petits fours. And while it's true that we have the most generous crew to guest ratio of any ship, we also have a staff of individuals who are superb at what they do and are delighted to be doing it.
On every sailing Song of Flower surrounds her 172 guests with a spacious onboard enviroment crafted in the tradition of elegant Scandinavian refinement. In the Observation Lounge, high above the sea, you can marvel at panoramic views anytime from dawn until dusk. For relaxing in the sun, the teak deck around the pool is the perfect spot, close to the invigorating whirlpool spa, overlooking miles of blue water. Nearby, outdoor dining in the al fresco cafe features daily breakfast and luncheon buffets along with delicious menu selections. To keep up your fitness regimen, the healthclub and sauna are only steps away.
Sun Deck features casual outdoor dining, a large jacuzzi and swimming pool with plenty of deck space.
Days at sea are days of bright opportunity. join us for informative talks given by our Guest Lecturers. Practice your swing in the golf cage, or visit the officers on the Bridge. Activities abound, yet some of the most memorable are often spontaneous: a school of dolphin sighted off the port bow; watching for the magical "green flash" as the sun drops below the equatorial horizon; trading tales of travel and making new friends. Due to her size, Song of Flower is able to journey far off well-traveled routes, easing into less-traveled ports that larger cruise ships can only dream of. And aboard the 100-passenger launch Tiny Flower, you'll have access to some of the world's most unusual and intriguing lands.
After a day of discovery, return to your "home away from home." Relax and refresh in your Comfortable Stateroom, enjoy a cocktail with friends, or dance in the Nightclub before dining at your leisure.
Like night-blooming jasmine, Song of Flower's most alluring attractions wait until evening to appear. Gourmet Dining is a blend of elegance and ease, where soft piano music and exquisite presentation enhance your meal. With dinner, fine French and California wines are selected by our sommelier and served with our compliments. And for the connoisseur of rare vintages, we stock some of the world's most cherished wines for purchase. Best Of all, we offer single, open seating dining, allowing you to dine when, where and with whom you choose.
With two dance floors, a night club and show stage, casino and five-piece orchestra, our Nightly Entertainment program rivals that of a much larger vessel. Or for that quiet evening in your stateroom, select a videotape or choose a novel from our well-stocked library.
Distinctive features, uncompromising luxury and superb service place Song of Flower in a class of one. We invite you to compare her uncommon offerings with those of other Six-Star vessels. Once you do, we think you'll discover why she is the ship of choice for those who seek not only the best value, but the FINEST CRUISE experience as well.
Song of Flower embarks on a series of voyages ranging from the warm waters of the Red sea to the tropical archipelagos of Indonesia and the Far East. Jordan's ancient Petra reveals massive Roman tombs carved in the walls of a desert canyon. And the biblical sites of Jerusalem offer a spiritual adventure into 3,000-year old epicenter of Judeo-Christian culture.
This year on Song of Flower, our explorations will embrace the little known lands and peoples of Arabia and the Gulf States. From the time of Alexander the Great to the adventures of Lawerance of Arabia and the recent Gulf War, this area has played a pivotal part in history.
India beckons with its vibrant cities, glorious history and glowing temples. And Song of Flower answers with a complimentary 3 night land program exploring the Red Fort of Agra, the incomparable Taj Mahal, Old and New Delhi and the bubbling melting pot of Bpmbay.
Burma's ancient mysteries are revealed in Rangoon, a city dominated by the stupendous stupa of the Shwedagon Pagoda, roofed in solid gold. Travel to the plain of Pagan, Burma's spiritual capital, where hundreds of pagodas steeple the horizon.
In Sulawesi, Torajan villagers will lead us to the graves of their ancestors, guarded by a phalanx of life-size effigies staring out from cliffside tombs. Serene Bali is a bouquet of beauteous scenes, where a multiplicity of arts are integrated into a mosaic of Hindu, Buddhist and animist religious ceremonies. In Java, discover the largest monument in the Southem Hemisphere, where an entire mountaintop has been carved into the Temple of Borobudur.
Vietnam's cities of Saigon, Haiphong and Hanoi evoke a wealth of memories for Americans. Today it is bustling streets, shops and French-flavored cuisine which attract your curiousity. And in Hong Kong, Song of Flower guests will have a unique opportunity to wimess an important tuming point in modem history as the former British Crown Colony officially becomes part of China in 1997.
Renew your spirit and excite your senses with the endlessly fascinating sights, scents and sounds of Asia aboard Song of Flower.
A First-Ever Voyage to the Unexplored Lands of Arabia and the Gulf States.
Join Song of Flower guests as we undertake a joumey which few Westerners have ever experienced. Our first-ever voyage to Arabia and the Persian Gulf. To lands where desert and sea meet over vast underground lakes of oil. And borders disappear in the uncharted shifting sands of the Rhub al Khali, that enormous desert wilderness known as the Empty Quarter. Explorers and adventurers like TE. Lawrence, Bertram Thomas and Wilfred Thesiger were irrestistably drawn to the strange beauty of these rugged mysterious lands.
Explore the elaborate grave mounds of the ancient Dilmun peoples. Discover medieval desert cities where houses made of simple mud bricks tower six stories above the sands. Swim and snorkel in waters where pearl divers harvest their lustrous treasures. Stand in a holy mosque and watch as hundreds of worshippers bow in unison toward the birthplace of Mohammed. Or watch a falcon soar into the sky. These are but a few of the extraordinary moments to be experienced in Song of Flower's voyage to the desert lands of Arabia.
Free Airfare
Select Asia Minor & India, Arabia & The Red Sea itineraries: Free economy class roundtrip airfare from 79 North American gateway cities, nationwide.
Burma, China, Indonesia and Vietnam itineraries: Free economy class roundtrip airfare from West Coast gateway cities; $195 add-on from Midwest; $295 from the East.
Free Pre- and Post- Land/Hotel Programs
Complimentary deluxe Land/Hotel Programs are included in the cruise fare for guests utilizing Radisson's Air/Sea Program. Cruise-only guests may purchase Land/Hotel Programs for a supplemental charge.
Early Booking Savings
Reserve your stateroom at least 120 days prior to departure and save from $250 to $1,550 per person. (Combination cruises are only eligible for a one-time Early Booking Savings.)
Free Shore Excursions
Shore excursions are included. This includes full day excursions to such places as Egypt's Valley of the Kings; the magnificent Borobudur temple complex on the island of Java; the Torajan highlands of Sulawesi; and many more. Select sailings may offer optional excursions as indicated.
Gratuities Included
Gratuities are neither expected nor accepted on Song of Flower.
Complimentary Wines, Liquor & Soft Drinks
Fine wines, premium liquor and soft drinks are served on a complimentary basis on board Song of Flower. In addition, your stateroom is furnished with a refrigerated bar, stocked to your preference and replenished daily.
In order to enhance your understanding of these remarkable destinations, we are pleased to feature a special Guest Lecturer on each cruise.
Combination Cruise Credit
Save $1,500 per person if you combine two or more cruises totaling at least 15 nights. Save $1,000 per person if you combine two or more cruises totaling 14 nights or less.
Air/Hotel Credit
Should you choose not to take advantage of our Air/Hotel program, you will receive a substantial credit off your cruise fare as listed with each itinerary.
Air Upgrades
Stretch out on transatlantic or transpacific flights by upgrading to First Class or Business Class. Supplemental air upgrades are available from 79 Gateway cities and are in addition to economy airfare add-ons, if applicable. Air Upgrades may not be available on all flights.
Attractive Single Supplement
There is a modest surcharge for sole use of double staterooms, categories C, D, E & E Please see individual itineraries for the applicable supplement.
Uncommon Destinations
Song of Flower's itineraries reflect her ability to navigate less traveled routes to exotic ports of call.
Six Star Rating
Honored by Fielding's Guide to Worldwide Cruises.
Norwegian Officers and Norwegian Registry
The high standards maintained by our Norwegian Officers, European stewardesses and crew earned our ship a perfect score of 100 during a U.S. Health Department inspection.
Yacht-Like Luxury
Song of Flower cruises with only 172 guests on board. Her ratio of crew members (144) to guests is the highest in the industry: 1 to 1.2.
Single Open Seating Dining
You have the option of dining when, where and with whom you please.
Acclaimed Cuisine
The Galaxy Dining Room, outdoor cafe and grill, and 24 hour room service offer you outstanding culinary fare. There is also daily afternoon tea in the Observation Lounge.
All Ocean View Staterooms
Each spacious stateroom is equipped with TV/VCR and a refrigerated bar stocked to your satisfaction and replenished daily, with our compliments. Most have picture windows and accommodations with private balconies are available.
Intimate Ambiance
Throughout Song of Flower there is an elegant, unpretentious style.
Full Entertainment Program
Nightly cabaret shows, five-piece orchestra, lively nightclub, pianist during afternoon tea and dinner.
Health Facilities
Fully equipped healthclub with two Lifecycles, Stairmaster, two treadmill and free weights. Massage therapy, outdoor swimming pool, whirlpool and sauna.
Casino
Includes roulette, blackjack and slot machines.
Watersports
Windsurfing and snorkeling equipment are available at appropriate ports of call.
Video/Library
Over 600 videos and 2,000 books are in stock for your selection at any time.
International Boutique
Duty free gifts, jewelry and cruise wear.
Beauty Services
Hair styling, facials, manicures and pedicures.
Open Bridge Policy
Guests are welcome as observers on the navigational bridge anytime during daylight hours.
Communications
Song of Flower is equipped with the latest worldwide communications system. Guests can make telephone calls directly from their cabins. Telex and fax messages are received and sent through our radio station.
Terms & Conditions/General Information
Looking foward. 1997/98 will be an exciting and pivotal year in the history of Hong Kong as the British Crown Colony becomes an autonomous region of China. Radission Seven Seas is planning a very special New Year's Event in Hong Kong to mark the occasion and to coincide with Song of Flower's January 2, 1998 voyage.
Details will be available in the 1998 Asia Voyages brochure, but due to high demand and limited space, you may wish to contact Signature Travel early and reserve your stateroom.