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LUXURY YACHT CRUISES 2022
The Adriatic Coast • The Mediterranean • The Middle East
Welcome Emerald Cruises brings our award-winning reputation and service to the world’s oceans and coastlines, as we introduce luxury yacht cruising and our brand new, innovative superyacht, Emerald Azzurra. Custom-designed to allow unique access to the fascinating ports and harbours only small yachts can reach.
Dubrovnik, Croatia
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Contents
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Introducing Emerald Azzurra
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Modern luxury on the ocean
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Your sanctuary of serenity
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The freedom to explore further
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Extend your stay
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Cruise Map & Highlights
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Cruise Calendar
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The Adriatic Coast
22-29
The Eastern Mediterranean
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The Western Mediterranean
36-49
NEW The Middle East
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Cruise information
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Emerald Azzurra cabin plans
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Emerald Azzurra deck plans
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Booking conditions
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Introducing Emerald Azzurra The Sky Bar Head to the Sky Bar on the Sky Deck to relax in the Spa Pool as you enjoy the glorious Mediterranean sun, delicious drink in hand.
Aqua Pool & Café At the aft of the yacht on the Pool Deck, take a leisurely dip in between light refreshments, with expansive views of the unfolding panoramas.
La Cucina Terrace Situated at the back of La Cucina Dining, our large outdoor terrace is the perfect spot for unwinding with company.
Marina Platform With opportunities for swim stops available during your cruise, getting in and out of the water couldn't be easier.
Marina Toys Enjoy our marina toys during swim stops, including snorkelling equipment, paddleboards, Kayaks, and even a trampoline. Emerald Azzurra
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Observation Deck Take a prime position as we sail in and out of beautiful ports. Don't forget your camera, as wonderful views continue to present themselves.
Observation Lounge Enjoy unrivalled ocean views in comfort, looking out for marine life and approaching land. Or, simply relax with a good book.
Amici Bar & Lounge Meet new-found friends for great conversation in stylish surrounds, as our bar staff serve you your favourite drinks.
La Cucina Dining Fine dining from an á la carte menu, as well as a breakfast and lunch buffet, in a stylish setting, with tables designed for couples and groups.
Elements Spa Treat yourself to a spa treatment^, book a hair appointment^, relax in the sauna or work out in our well-equipped gym. ^Available at additional cost.
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Modern luxury on the ocean Reaching an impressive 110 metres in length, our spectacular new superyacht will exceed your yacht cruising expectations. And with an intimate 100 guests on board, there's an abundance of space throughout. Discover a secluded spot to read a book, enjoy unimpeded views of the unspoilt landscapes, take a relaxing dip in the infinity-style pool, or arrange to meet fellow guests at one of our comfortable meeting spots.
Aqua Pool
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MODERN LUXURY ON THE OCEAN
Dine Fine á la carte dining and sumptuous breakfast and lunch buffets in the serene setting of our spacious La Cucina Dining, take inspiration from the Mediterranean path we’re navigating. Expect fresh, locally sourced dinners, thoughtfully crafted by our expert chefs, with complimentary sommelier-paired wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner. And, in the evening, once you’ve enjoyed your meal, you can head to the back of the restaurant to appreciate the ocean breeze from our large al fresco terrace, before a nightcap in the plush, relaxed location of the Amici Bar & Lounge.
Unwind Unwind completely in our on board Elements Spa, where a selection of indulgent spa treatments^ include massages, facials and even a hairdressers.
Fine á la carte dining
We’ve introduced a well-equipped gym featuring the very latest equipment, including a Technogym Unica multi-gym, tow Technogym running machines and a Concept 2 rowing machine, as well as a wellness coach who will hold a variety of exercise classes. ^Available at additional cost.
Well-equipped gym
Amici Bar & Lounge
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MODERN LUXURY ON THE OCEAN
La Cucina Dining
Explore Our commitment to your health & safety
In selected ports, we’ll also have a number of marina toys for you to jump in and play with. These include a water trampoline, paddleboards, and snorkelling equipment.
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With a plethora of marine life inhabiting our vast oceans, you’ll have the opportunity to make use of our special marina platform.
For more details on our commitment to your health & safety CLICK HERE
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Your sanctuary of serenity We’ve uniquely designed every one of our suites and staterooms to become your own private haven, where everything you need is at your fingertips. Relax in your spacious, modern surrounds, enjoying a collection of luxurious amenities, as you sail into some of the most picturesque ports and harbours on Earth.
Owner's Suite
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Owner’s Suite
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Complimentary water, restocked daily Complimentary Wi-Fi Individual climate control Mini-bar Personal safe Umbrella Telephone
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Your own private terrace Separate bedroom and lounge area Walk-in wardrobe Pillow menu Welcome bottle of champagne Fruit platter on arrival Pre-dinner canapés After-dinner sweets Full mini-bar, restocked daily Coffee and tea-making facilities Room service available during mealtimes Four items laundered daily
For a full list of suite and stateroom inclusions, specifications and layouts, see pages 56-61.
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Owner's Suite You’ll find our largest and most prestigious suites at the front of the Pool Deck, promising truly exceptional views of the unfolding landscapes. A separate bedroom and lounge area gives you more room to roam, while a walk-in wardrobe and large private terrace encourage you to really settle into your boutique Owner's Suite.
Yacht Suite Wonderfully positioned at the back of the Observation Deck, you’ll be treated to sensational ocean and coastal views from your large private terrace. Toast to your arrival with a complimentary bottle of champagne and a decadent fruit platter which will be waiting for you.
Balcony Suite
Terrace Suite Our spacious Terrace Suites take pride of place at the back of the Panorama Deck and come complete with a large private terrace, pillow menu and the option to have two items laundered daily, perfect for preparing your wardrobe for a special occasion.
Oceanview Stateroom
Terrace Suite
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Yacht Suite
Deluxe Balcony Suite
Oceanview Stateroom
Situated on the Pool Deck, our two Deluxe Balcony Suites boast more space for your comfort. Along with a separate bedroom and lounge area, you will also enjoy a private balcony. Additional inclusions consist of coffee and tea-making facilities and a pillow menu for the perfect night’s sleep.
You’ll find six of our superb value Oceanview Staterooms on the Emerald Deck, situated towards the front of the yacht, each with their own ocean-view window. Instantly settle in with our selection of included modern amenities and make the most of your close proximity to the Amici Bar & Lounge.
Balcony Suite Divided between the Observation and Panorama decks, our Balcony Suites are your stylish home-away-from-home. Featuring everything you’d expect from a world-class hotel, each one includes your own private balcony, from which to enjoy the stunning panoramas.
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The freedom to explore further With so much beauty to uncover on your cruise, we’ve made sure you’ll see the very best of every location we visit. Adventure abounds on our included excursions, while free time to do your own thing encourages you to head off the beaten track.
Personalise your time onshore
Enjoy spectacular destinations
EmeraldDISCOVERY
Sample local cuisine
Our collection of itineraries each offer the perfect platform for new experiences, and we ensure you see the very best of each destination with our included excursions and specially selected EmeraldPLUS experiences. Enjoy unique encounters and embark on guided tours of wonderful towns and cities. In addition, for the more active guest, our included EmeraldACTIVE excursions consist of guided bike rides and hikes, for an alternative perspective on a location. You will also have the opportunity to explore each destination further by booking one of our optional DiscoverMORE^ excursions and experiences.
^Available at additional cost.
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Always included… We’ve included everything you need to get the most out of your cruise, so you won’t have to spend a penny extra if you don’t want to. From flights and transfers to delicious on board dining with complimentary drinks with lunch and dinner, our inclusive promise ensures complete peace-of-mind, even all on board gratuities are taken care of. ■
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Return economy flights from London Heathrow (regional departures available on request) Airport transfers to and from your superyacht Breakfast, lunch and dinner on board Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations Complimentary water, restocked daily First-class service from an English-speaking crew Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi on board Gocycle electric bicycles on board All airport taxes and port charges ABTA & ATOL protected All gratuities on board
For more information on our inclusions visit emeraldcruises.co.uk/inclusions CLICK HERE
EmeraldPLUS We’ve ensured you’ll have time to dedicate to independent exploration. We want you to feel free to personalise your time onshore, with plenty of opportunity for you to disembark the yacht for unguided city visits and evenings out.
Our extra-special EmeraldPLUS excursions and experiences aim to take you to the heart of local culture, customs and traditions, and are sure to be a holiday highlight. Look out for our EmeraldPLUS icon in each itinerary.
Of course, your tour manager will always be available to point you in the right direction and inspire you with regards to a destination’s hotspots.
Specially designed for guests seeking more active experiences, and an exciting way to see a destination. Activities include guided hikes and cycle tours. Look out for our EmeraldACTIVE icon in each itinerary.
Included Excursions Each of our wonderful itineraries includes a selection of included excursions, handpicked by our journey planners and offering insightful and diverse experiences. Look out for our included excursions icon in each itinerary.
EmeraldACTIVE
DiscoverMORE Available at an additional cost for guests who wish to see and do even more, these immersive experiences and excursions enable you to dive further into an area’s history and culture. Look out for our DiscoverMORE icon in each itinerary. itinerary, and visit emeraldcruises.co.uk/more for full details on each of these experiences and activities.
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Extend your stay We offer a range of pre and post cruise options to extend your adventure with extra days of exploration and relaxation. Explore the romance of Venice, the history of Athens or the beauty of Dubrovnik, to name just a few of the remarkable destinations available. Transfers between the airport, your hotel and Emerald Azzurra are included, as well as perfectly placed hotel stays with breakfast. You will also enjoy an insightful guided tour, before having plenty of time to explore at your own pace.
2 Night Athens City Stay Inclusions
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3 Night Doha City Stay Inclusions
n Transfer from the airport to the hotel
n Transfer from the airport to the hotel
n 2 nights at a hotel in Athens
n 3 nights at a hotel in Doha
n 2 breakfasts
n 3 breakfasts
n A guided tour of Athens
n A guided tour of Doha
n Transfer from the hotel to the pier
n Qatari cultural experience
Available as a pre or post extension
n Transfers from the hotel to the pier
Available on: Mediterranean Enchantment, Discover the Mediterranean from Venice to Athens, Greek Islands & Turkish Coastline, Discover the Eastern Mediterranean
Available as a pre or post extension
For details of availability and our latest offers CLICK HERE
Available on: Gems of the Arabian Peninsula
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2 Night Dubrovnik City Stay Inclusions n Transfer from the airport to the hotel n 2 nights at a hotel in Dubrovnik n 2 breakfasts n A guided tour of Dubrovnik n Transfer from the hotel to the pier
Available as a pre or post extension Available on: Croatia in Depth, Mediterranean Enchantment, Discover the Eastern Mediterranean, Highlights of Southern Italy, Discover French & Italian Coastlines
2 Night Nice City Stay Inclusions n Transfer from the airport to the hotel n 2 nights at a hotel in Nice n 2 breakfasts n A guided tour of historic Nice n Transfer from the hotel to the pier
Available as a pre or post extension Available on: French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica, Discover French & Italian Coastlines, Discover Pearls of France & Italy
2 Night Rome City Stay Inclusions n Transfer from the airport to the hotel n 2 nights at a hotel in Rome n 2 breakfasts n A guided tour of historic Rome n T ransfer from the hotel to Civitavecchia pier
Available as a pre or post extension
Athens, Greece
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Available on: French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica, Sicily & the Gulf of Naples, Highlights of Southern Italy, Discover Croatia & Italy, Discover Pearls of France & Italy
2 Night Venice City Stay
Inclusions
Inclusions
n Transfer from the airport to the hotel
n Transfer from the airport to the hotel
n 3 nights at a hotel in Dubai
n 2 nights at a hotel in Venice
n 3 breakfasts
n 2 breakfasts
n Transfers from the hotel to the pier
n A guided tour of historic Venice
Available as a pre or post extension
n Transfer from the hotel to the pier
Available on: Gems of the Arabian Peninsula
Available as a pre or post extension Available on: Croatia in Depth, Discover the Mediterranean from Venice to Athens, Discover Croatia & Italy
For more information on extending your stay visit emeraldcruises.co.uk CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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Cruise map & highlights CROATIA
FRANCE ITALY
MONTENEGRO Black Sea Adriatic Sea Balearic Sea
ALBANIA Tyrrhenian Sea Aegean Sea
TURKEY
Ionian Sea
GREECE
MALTA
Mediterranean Sea
Let us take you on a journey off the beaten track and along timeless trade routes, on board our bespoke ocean-going luxury yacht, Emerald Azzurra. Discover some of the oldest communities to have ever existed, and uncover rich history, archaeological monuments and local traditions and delicacies as you immerse yourself in the villages, towns and cities along your chosen route.
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The Western Mediterranean
The Adriatic Coast
Covering the continents of Europe and Africa, the Western Mediterranean promises alluring culture, rich history and mouth-watering cuisine. From the French Riviera, to the island of Sicily via the southern Italian coast.
The waters of the Adriatic Sea provide access to some of Europe’s most exciting ports. Separating the Italian and Balkan peninsulas, it contains 1,300 islands belonging to Albania, Bosnia & Herzegovina, Croatia, Italy, Montenegro and Slovenia.
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Persian Gulf
QATAR
Gulf of Oman
UNITED ARAB EMIRATES OMAN Santorini, Greece
The Eastern Mediterranean
The Middle East
One of humanity’s most important crossroads, and now a route offering such a variety of ports, the Eastern Mediterranean is a route paved with historic monuments and paradise-like island groups, where the past is celebrated in the present.
Where rich cultural influences and archaeological monuments coexist with some of the most contemporary features of the modern world. You can be sure of a warm welcome and old-world hospitality.
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Cruise Calendar
The Adriatic Coast Departs
Days
Cruise
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Cruise to
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Pages 24-25
28 May 2022
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Croatia in Depth
Venice, Italy
Dubrovnik, Croatia
E02D
04 Jun 2022
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Mediterranean Enchantment
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
E01D
26-27
18 Jun 2022
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Mediterranean Enchantment
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Dubrovnik, Croatia
E01D
26-27
25 Jun 2022
8
Croatia in Depth
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Venice, Italy
E02D
24-25
02 Jul 2022
8
Croatia in Depth
Venice, Italy
Dubrovnik, Croatia
E02D
24-25
09 Jul 2022
8
Mediterranean Enchantment
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
E01D
26-27
20 Aug 2022
8
Croatia in Depth
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Venice, Italy
E02D
24-25
27 Aug 2022
8
Croatia in Depth
Venice, Italy
Dubrovnik, Croatia
E02D
24-25
03 Sep 2022
8
Mediterranean Enchantment
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
E01D
26-27
10 Sep 2022
8
Mediterranean Enchantment
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Dubrovnik, Croatia
E01D
26-27
17 Sep 2022
8
Croatia in Depth
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Venice, Italy
E02D
24-25
24 Sep 2022
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Croatia in Depth
Venice, Italy
Dubrovnik, Croatia
E02D
24-25
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The Eastern Mediterranean Departs
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07 May 2022
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Greek Islands & Turkish Coastline
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
E08D
32-33
16 Jul 2022
8
Greek Islands & Turkish Coastline
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
E08D
32-33
For details of availability and our latest offers CLICK HERE
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Rhodes, Greece
The Western Mediterranean Departs
Days
Cruise
Cruise from
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Pages
30 Jul 2022
8
French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Nice, France
E01M
06 Aug 2022
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French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica
Nice, France
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
E01M
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13 Aug 2022
8
Highlights of Southern Italy
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Dubrovnik, Croatia
E02M
42-43
01 Oct 2022
8
Highlights of Southern Italy
Dubrovnik, Croatia
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
E02M
42-43
08 Oct 2022
8
French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Nice, France
E01M
38-39
15 Oct 2022
8
French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica
Nice, France
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
E01M
38-39
22 Oct 2022
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Sicily & the Gulf of Naples
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
E06M
40-41
The Middle East Code
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19 Dec 2022
Departs
Days 9
Gems of the Arabian Peninsula
Cruise
Doha, Qatar
Cruise from
Dubai, United Emirates
Cruise to
E08P
52-53
26 Dec 2022
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Gems of the Arabian Peninsula
Dubai, United Emirates
Doha, Qatar
E08P
52-53
Epic Voyages We have a fantastic selection of longer duration cruises which combine two of our amazing itineraries specifically designed to complement each other perfectly, meaning you can cruise with us on board one of our luxury superyachts for longer. Discover our range of Epic Voyages in the following pages, or by visiting or CLICK emeraldcruises.co.uk/epic-voyages HERE to find out more. Please note: Cruise Calendar correct at time of going to print and is subject to change.
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The Adriatic Coast Rocky cliffs, sandy beaches and fishing ports that have been trading for centuries, the Adriatic Sea is surrounded by Italy on the west and Croatia to the east. Cruise from the Gulf of Venice, along the Dalmatian coast, and island hop in Croatia, as verdant shorelines border crystalline waters and communities thrive just as they have since antiquity.
Venice, Italy
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Highlights: Each cruise has been carefully designed to give you the freedom to explore at your own pace. ■
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Hvar: Popular not only for glorious beaches and its 13th-century walls, the port town of Hvar has much to explore, including the hilltop fortress, which is lit up with a stunning golden glow at night, and the main square with its Renaissance-era Hvar Cathedral. Split: Modern life coexists within an ancient Roman setting and seafood is passionately served in its many restaurants. Visit Diocletian’s Palace, a UNESCO recognised monument, central to the origin of the city. Kotor: Wonderfully located in a bay near the cliffs of Mt. Lovćen, the fairytale-like Montenegrin town of Kotor still exemplifies long Venetian rule, while being a great destination for adventurers. Korčula: Famous for its dense pine forests, Korčula is one of the larger islands at around 20 miles long and almost 5 miles wide. The stunning Korčula Town is known locally as ‘little Dubrovnik’, due to its familiar looking medieval squares and churches, whilst the plentiful sandy beaches and quiet coves that line the southern coast are simply delightful. Sarandë: The perfect place from which to explore the UNESCO World Heritage-listed site of Butrint, an ancient city once inhabited by Greek and Roman Colonies. The walls and ruins are located within a wonderful natural setting and are part of a large national park, dating back an estimated 2,500 years. Krk: With its abundance of natural beauty, the ‘Golden Island’ of Krk is one of Croatia’s hidden gems. Wander the seafront promenade of Krk Town, marvelling at the glistening waters, or get lost among the cobblestoned streets and the ancient Roman remains. 23
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8-Day Venice to Dubrovnik Departing: June – September 2022 Azure waters abound along the stunning Adriatic coast, where Croatia presents its own distinct form of beauty. From Krk to Zadar and Šibenik, Hvar to Split, the island of Korčula and Dubrovnik, this unspoilt route through the Adriatic will be yours to discover.
2 Night Venice City Stay
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2 Night Dubrovnik City Stay
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Your EmeraldDISCOVERY highlights unique to your itinerary EmeraldPLUS
CROATIA
Venice
Klapa performance in the Cellars of Diocletian’s Palace
Krk 7
EmeraldACTIVE
Zadar Šibenik
Guided hike to Marjan Hill
Split
Included Excursions
ITALY
4 excursions, including a walking tour of Šibenik
Hvar Korčula
DiscoverMORE 15 DiscoverMORE optional excursions, available at available an additional at an additional cost. cost. For details Forthese of details immersive of these experiences immersive experiences CLICK HERE visit emeraldcruises.co.uk/more
Adriatic Sea
Mediterranean Sea 7
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EmeraldPLUS
Dubrovnik
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Cruise
EmeraldACTIVE
Cruise start/finish
DiscoverMORE
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THE ADRIATIC COAST
Croatia in Depth Day 7 Korčula
Day 1 Venice, Italy
Your luxurious yacht cruise begins in Venice, where you’ll transfer to Emerald Azzurra and embark on your discovery of Croatia.
Day 2 Krk, Croatia
Krk is the largest island in the Adriatic, and paints a picture of the early days of Croatia. Krk Town is home to the beautiful 12th-century St Mary’s Cathedral, and a seafront promenade offering scenic vistas over the rolling countryside. A walking tour of Krk Island tour with wine tasting
Guided bike tour of Krk
Kayaking tour in Krk
Day 3 Zadar
The sixth-largest island in the Adriatic, Korčula is among the most beloved in Croatia. Its Old Town, referred to by the locals as “Little Dubrovnik”, is a delightful collection of medieval churches, palaces and squares, while the villages of Čara and Smokvica produce the country’s signature dry white wine. A walking tour of Korčula Tastes of the island
Buggy tour
Cooking class
Day 8 Dubrovnik, Croatia
As you arrive in Dubrovnik, bid farewell to your crew and fellow passengers as you disembark Emerald Azzurra and are transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Set on a peninsula, the historic city of Zadar has relics of bygone eras scattered across its landscape. Among the churches and Roman ruins, the Sun Salutation and Sea Organ are two of the city’s more modern, and curious, attractions. A walking tour of Zadar
Tour of Pag Island
Kayak or rafting on the Zrmanja River
Day 4 Šibenik
Known for its UNESCO World Heritage-listed St James’ Cathedral and its famous black and orange hat, Šibenik is a city of tradition. The oldest native town in the country, its origins trace back to 1066; you’ll find history at every turn of its medieval streets and Square of the Four Wells.
Šibenik, Croatia
A walking tour of Šibenik Visit to Krka National Park
Visit to Falcon Centre
Guided bike tour of Vodice countryside
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Lying neatly off the coast of Split is the island Hvar. Said to be Croatia’s answer to Saint-Tropez, Hvar Town is home to an elegant shoreline bursting with luxurious yachts and is one of the more glamorous settings in the Adriatic. Hvar island tour
Included in your cruise
Kayaking tour around Hvar and Pakleni islands
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Enjoy a taste of real Dalmatian life in awe-inspiring Split. Croatia’s second-largest city effortlessly brings together the country’s traditional and contemporary elements. Diocletian’s Palace is an extraordinary example of Roman architecture and features a myriad of hideaway bars and cafés.
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Return economy flights from London Heathrow (regional departures available on request) Airport transfers to and from your yacht 7 nights on board your luxurious superyacht 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations Complimentary water, restocked daily First-class service from an English-speaking crew Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi Gocycle electric bicycles on board All airport taxes and port charges ABTA & ATOL protected All gratuities on board
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2022 Departure Dates Journey Code: E02D CAT Stateroom/Suite
Jun 25* Earlybird Fare from Deck
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Aug 20*, Aug 27 Full Fare from
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Sep 17*, Sep 24 Earlybird Fare from
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Oceanview Stateroom
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£2,710
£3,635
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Balcony Suite
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£3,530
£4,800
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Yacht Suite
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SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
£4,910
£6,775
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Balcony Suite
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SOLD OUT SOLD OUT
£3,700
£5,045
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Terrace Suite
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Deluxe Balcony Suite
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SA Owner’s Suite
£3,700
£5,045
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£4,935
*These dates operate a reverse itinerary from Dubrovnik to Venice. Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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8-Day Dubrovnik to Athens (Piraeus) Departing: June – September 2022 From the iconic Croatian city of Dubrovnik, visit Kotor, a truly stunning fortified town on Montenegro’s Adriatic Coast and see Sarandë on the Albanian Riviera, before exploring the wealth of beauty that Greece has to Offer. Walk the cobblestone streets of Kerkira (Corfu) and discover the picturesque beach town of Párga. Enjoy Cephalonia with its sandy beaches and rugged landscapes.
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Mediterranean Enchantment Day 7 Itea (Delphi) & Corinth Canal
Day 1 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Your Eastern Mediterranean cruise starts in the historic city of Dubrovnik, where you’ll board your luxury superyacht, Emerald Azzurra.
Day 2 Kotor, Montenegro
There are not enough words to describe the beauty of Kotor. Nestled between imposing mountains and the blue of the Adriatic Sea, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed setting is awash with Venetian palaces, cobblestone streets and cute cafés. Walking tour of Kotor An exclusive concert in a local church featuring a guitar duo
Built during the 19th-century, the Corinth Canal connects the Ionian and Aegean seas. Sail through to the waterfront town of Itea, to explore the archaeological site of Delphi, regarded by the ancient Greeks to be the centre of the world. A guided tour of Delphi
Day 8 Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Your time aboard Emerald Azzurra comes to an end in the city of Athens. After bidding farewell to the crew and your fellow passengers, you will be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Guided hike of Kotor’s city walls
Day 3 Sarandë, Albania
Regarded as the capital of the Albanian Riviera, Sarandë is a bustling coastal town brimming with pebble beaches and historic landmarks. Its pretty old town is characterised by the magnificent 14th-century Lekuresi Castle and the poignant Forty Saints Monastery. A guided tour of Butrint Mussel cooking demonstration and tasting in a local restaurant
Day 4 Kerkira (Corfu), Greece
A rich artistic heritage and spellbinding vistas entwine in Corfu. The impeccably preserved Old Town showcases Renaissance and Baroque influences in its architecture, including the Spianada, the largest square in the Balkans.
Sarandë, Albania
Guided walking tour of Corfu Town Greek cooking class with a local chef Jeep tour of the Corfiot countryside
Kayaking sightseeing tour
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Párga brings island life to mainland Greece, with its collection of pristine beaches and historic landmarks. The Castle of Párga, which overlooks the town, dates back to the 11th-century.
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Cephalonia is the largest of the Ionian Island and arguably the most beautiful. The island was also made famous when it featured in the Hollywood movie ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’. A taste of Cephalonia
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Return economy flights from London Heathrow (regional departures available on request) Airport transfers to and from your yacht 7 nights on board your luxurious superyacht 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations Complimentary water, restocked daily First-class service from an English-speaking crew Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi Gocycle electric bicycles on board All airport taxes and port charges ABTA & ATOL protected All gratuities on board
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CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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Discover the Mediterranean from Venice to Athens
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2 Night Venice City Stay
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Venice
Venice to Athens (Piraeus) Departing: June – September 2022
Krk Zadar Šibenik
Uncover the delights of the Adriatic coast where you will find a wonderful mix of contemporary life and ancient history during visits to Krk, Split, and stunning Dubrovnik. Discover the wonders of Greece, calling at Kerkira (Corfu), with its UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town and take in the beauty of Cephalonia, the largest Ionian island.
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Day 1 Venice, Italy
Your luxurious yacht cruise begins in Venice, where you’ll transfer to Emerald Azzurra and embark on your discovery of Croatia.
Day 2 Krk, Croatia
Krk is the largest island in the Adriatic, and paints a picture of the early days of Croatia. Krk Town is home to the beautiful 12th century St Mary’s Cathedral, and a seafront promenade offering scenic vistas. A walking tour of Krk
Island tour with wine tasting
Guided bike tour of Krk
Kayaking tour in Krk
Day 3 Zadar Zadar has relics of bygone eras scattered across its landscape. Among the churches and Roman ruins, the Sun Salutation and Sea Organ are two of the city’s more modern attractions. A walking tour of Zadar including visit to the gold and silver exhibition and museum of ancient glass
Tour of Pag Island
Kayak or Rafting on the Zrmanja River
Day 4 Šibenik
Known for its UNESCO World Heritage-listed St James’ Cathedral, Šibenik is a city of tradition. The oldest native town in the country, you’ll find history at every turn of its medieval streets. A walking tour of Sibenik Visit to Falcon Centre
Visit to Krka National Park Guided bike tour of Vodice countryside
Lying neatly off the coast of Split is the island Hvar. Said to be Croatia’s answer to Saint-Tropez, Hvar Town is home to an elegant shoreline lined with luxurious yachts, it is one of the more glamorous settings in the Adriatic. Hvar island tour
Kayaking tour around Hvar and Pakleni Islands
Within the walls of this breath-taking city, you’ll find a UNESCO World Heritage-listed Old Town. Discover Baroque churches, wine bars and picturesque pebble beaches. Walking tour of Dubrovnik
Day 9 Kotor, Montenegro
This fortified Montenegrin town on the Adriatic coast showcases a sea of terracotta rooftops among the dramatic cliffs. Dating as far back as the Middle Ages, its UNESCO World Heritage-listed centre is truly breathtaking in its exquisite preservation. Walking tour of Kotor featuring a guitar duo
An exclusive concert in a local church Guided hike of Kotor’s city walls
Day 10 Sarandë, Albania
Situated on the shores of the Ionian Sea, Sarande is a horseshoe-shaped resort on the Albanian Riviera. Stroll the length of the beach along its promenade, visit the remains of its 5th-century synagogue and walk to the hilltop Lekuresi Castle. A guided tour of Butrint tasting in a local restaurtant
Mussel cooking demonstration and
Day 11 Kerkira (Corfu), Greece
One of the most popular Greek Islands, Corfu, or Kerkira, is influenced by its rich cultural heritage. Corfu Town’s Venetian fortress and medieval lanes are a picturesque step back in time. Greek cooking class with
a local chef Jeep tour of the Corfiot countryside sightseeing tour
Kayaking
Day 12 Párga
Relax in the island-like ambience of Parga. Marvel at the paradise-like beaches from the elevated mountain slopes. Sightseeing tour of Meteora monasteries including a Greek lunch
Day 6 Split
Enjoy a taste of real Dalmatian life in awe-inspiring Split. Croatia’s secondlargest city effortlessly brings together the country’s traditional and contemporary elements. Diocletian’s Palace is an extraordinary example of Roman architecture and features a myriad of hideaway bars and cafés. A walking tour of Split Diocletian’s Palace and Salona
Day 8 Dubrovnik
Guided walking tour of Corfu Town
Day 5 Hvar
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THE ADRIATIC COAST
Discover the Mediterranean from Venice to Athens
Klapa performance in the Cellars of
Guided hike to Marjan Hill
Guided tour of Trogir
Hiking tour
Day 13 Cephalonia Island
Cephalonia is the largest of the Ionian Islands, and arguably the most beautiful. The island was also made famous when it featured in the Hollywood movie ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’. A taste of Cephalonia
Kayaking tour
Day 14 Corinth Canal & Itea (Delphi)
Day 7 Korčula
Korčula is among the most beloved in Croatia. Its Old Town, referred by locals as “Little Dubrovnik”, is a delightful collection of medieval churches and squares, while the villages of Čara and Smokvica produce the country’s signature wine. A walking tour of Korčula Tastes of the Island
Kayaking tour
Buggy tour
Cooking class
Navigate the Corinth Canal and explore the archaeological site of Delphi. A guided tour of Delphi
Day 15 Athens (Piraeus)
Today you will disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport for your flight home.
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2022 Departure Dates Journey Code: 2D01 CAT Stateroom/Suite
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*These dates operate a reverse itinerary from Athens (Piraeus) to Venice. Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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The Eastern Mediterranean The Eastern Mediterranean encompasses a variety of stunning locations, many of which have been the setting for legendary battles and lasting myths. Where breathtaking views insight awe and rich traditions thrive across tiny island communities. As you cruise, you'll explore vibrant cities embracing modernity, while paying their respects to a fascinating past.
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Santorini: Created by a volcanic eruption, the rugged landscapes of Santorini have become iconic as the foundation for the whitewashed houses of Fira and Oia. Surrounded by turquoise water, visit the fishing village of Ammoudi Bay, Red Beach or one of the island's many boutique wineries. Kuşadasi: One of the most attractive cities of the Aegean, where intimate tranquil bays welcome a choice of water sport activities and UNESCO World Heritage-listed sites, such as Ephesus, invite insight into local culture. Paphos: Where the sea meets the mountains, the Cypriot city is historic and full of romance. Make your way to Aphrodite’s Rock, stroll the Old Town and relax in the Adonis Baths. Visit the castle and the Tomb of Kings and, if you can, time your visit for a musical performance at the Odeon amphitheatre. Istanbul: Straddling Europe and Asia, Istanbul is a wonderful contrast of cultures. Visit Topkapi Palace, one of the oldest historical palaces in the world and now a museum. Enjoy the exciting atmosphere of the Grand Baazar, try Turkish coffee and eat traditional cuisine, for the true sensory experience. 31
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2 Night Athens City Stay
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Your EmeraldDISCOVERY highlights unique to your itinerary Black Sea
EmeraldPLUS Folklore show and local delicacies
EmeraldACTIVE Hike to the Monastery of St. John and cave of the apocalypse in Patmos
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Sightseeing bike tour of Kuşadasi and surrounding areas
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3 excursions, including a walking tour of Patmos old town
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Day 1 Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Upon your arrival in Athens, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise. The Greek capital, Athens was the heart of Ancient Greece, the remnants of which have been beautifully preserved, namely the Acropolis.
Day 2 Patmos
In the north of Greece’s Dodecanese islands, the Aegean island of Patmos is known for being sacred as the place where Saint John wrote the Book of Revelation. A wonderful stop for those inspired by nature, architecture, history or, simply, sun-worshippers. Walking tour of the old town Hike to the Monastery of St. John and cave of the apocalypse Photo Safari in Patmos
A glimpse of monastic life
Day 3 Kuşadasi, Turkey
This beach resort town on Turkey’s west coast dates back to 3000 BC and is now a busy cruise port, with a renowned nightlife. Home to a small, Byzantine castle, the Grand Bazaar selling the wares of numerous merchants and much in the way of monuments to the past. Guided tour of Ephesus Sightseeing bike tour of Kuşadasi and surrounding areas Ebru painting workshop
Day 4 Bodrum
Patmos. Greece
Reaching from Turkey’s southwest coast into the Aegean Sea, the stunning twin bays of Bodrum are home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, built between 350 and 353 BC for Mausolus. While being historic, the city is a playground for Turkish and foreign visitors alike, with two contrasting sides, east and west.
Included in your cruise
Guided tour of Bodrum with a visit to the Tomb of Mausolus
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Named after Apollo’s grandson, this cosmopolitan Greek island in the heart of the Cyclades is built on myth and legend. Clear blue skies, renowned beaches and whitewash windmills make it the perfect port stop. Discover the ancient and modern art of mosaic making
Return economy flights from London Heathrow (regional departures available on request) Airport transfers to and from your yacht 7 nights on board your luxurious superyacht 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations Complimentary water, restocked daily First-class service from an English-speaking crew Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi Gocycle electric bicycles on board All airport taxes and port charges ABTA & ATOL protected All gratuities on board
8-Day Greek Islands & Turkish Coastline `T
2022 Departure Dates Journey Code: E08D
Ancient Delos Guided walking tour of Mykonos town with wine tasting
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Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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2 Night Dubrovnik City Stay
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15-Day
CROATIA
Dubrovnik to Athens (Piraeus) Departing: July 2022
Adriatic Sea
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Kotor
Black Sea
Beginning in the iconic Croatian city of Dubrovnik, sail to Kotor on Montenegro’s Adriatic Coast and visit Sarandë on the Albanian Riviera. Explore the delights of Greece with stops at Kérkira (Corfu), Parga and Cephalonia, before uncovering Turkey’s beach resort town of Kuşadasi, followed by Bodrum. Explore Rhodes and Mykonos and conclude in mighty Athens.
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Cephalonia Island
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EmeraldACTIVE
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Discover the Eastern Mediterranean Day 10 Kuşadasi, Turkey
Day 1 Dubrovnik, Croatia
Your Eastern Mediterranean cruise starts in the historic city of Dubrovnik, where you’ll board your luxury superyacht, Emerald Azzurra.
This beach resort town on Turkey’s west coast dates back to 3000 BC, and is now a busy cruise port with renowned nightlife.
Day 2 Kotor, Montenegro
Guided tour of Ephesus
Nestled between imposing mountains and the blue of the Adriatic Sea, this UNESCO World Heritage-listed setting is awash with Venetian palaces and cute cafés. Walking tour of Kotor featuring a guitar duo
Sightseeing bike tour of Kuşadasi and surrounding areas Ebru painting workshop
An exclusive concert in a local church
Day 11 Bodrum The stunning twin bays of Bodrum are home to one of the Seven Wonders of the World, the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, built between 350 and 353 BC for Mausolus.
Guided hike of Kotor’s city walls
Day 3 Sarandë, Albania
Sarande is a bustling coastal town brimming with pebble beaches and historic landmarks. Its old town is characterised by the 14th-century Lekuresi Castle and the Forty Saints Monastery.
Guided tour of Bodrum with a visit to the Tomb of Mausolus Guided scuba diving experience Farmers market visit followed by cooking class to learn how to make local delicacies
A guided tour of Butrint
Day 12 Rhodes, Greece
Mussel cooking demonstration and tasting in a local restaurant
The capital of the Dodecanese Islands and known as the Island of the Knights, the medieval city is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
Day 4 Kérkira, Greece
A rich heritage and spellbinding vistas entwine in Corfu. The impeccably preserved Old Town showcases Renaissance and Baroque influences in its architecture.
Guided tour of Lindos
Panoramic Rhodes
Day 13 Amorgos
Guided walking tour of Corfu Town
Amorgos is a secret hideaway where unique natural landscapes are dotted with Cycladic architecture and beautiful beaches.
Greek cooking class with a local chef Jeep tour of the Corfiot countryside
Guided city tour of Chora
Kayaking sightseeing tour
Highlights of Amorgos
Day 5 Párga
Párga brings island life to mainland Greece, with its collection of pristine beaches and historic landmarks. The Castle of Párga, which overlooks the town, dates back to the 11th-century.
Folklore Show and local delicacies Kayaking tour
Day 14 Mykonos
Named after Apollo’s grandson, this cosmopolitan Greek island in the heart of the Cyclades is built on myth and legend.
Sightseeing tour of Meteora Monasteries including a Greek lunch
Discover the ancient and modern art of mosaic making
Kayaking tour
Ancient Delos
Hiking tour
Guided walking tour of Mykonos town with wine tasting
Day 6 Cephalonia Island
Cephalonia is the largest of the Ionian Island and arguably the most beautiful. The island was also made famous when it featured in the Hollywood movie ‘Captain Corelli’s Mandolin’. A taste of Cephalonia
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Day 15 Athens (Piraeus)
Today you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Kayaking tour
Day 7 Corinth Canal & Itea (Delphi)
The Corinth Canal connects the Ionian and Aegean seas. Sail through to the waterfront town of Itea, to explore the archaeological site of Delphi. A guided tour of Delphi
Day 8 Athens (Piraeus)
The Greek capital, Athens was the heart of Ancient Greece, the remnants of which have been beautifully preserved, namely the Acropolis. Athens city tour with visit to the Acropolis
Mykonos, Greece
Day 9 Patmos
The Aegean island of Patmos is known for being sacred as the place where Saint John wrote the Book of Revelation. A wonderful stop for those inspired by nature, architecture or history. Walking tour of Patmos Hike to the Monastery of St. John and cave of the apocalypse Photo Safari in Patmos
A glimpse of monastic life
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Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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The Western Mediterranean The Western Mediterranean is abundant with style and glamour. Take in the French Riviera and uncover the stunning western and southern Italian coastlines. Experience the allure of the Cote d’Azur and witness Italy’s coastal beauty as it stretches from Tuscany to the Bay of Naples, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily and the Apulia region.
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Nice: A hub of culture with an extraordinary climate and old-world beauty, Nice is the gem of the French Riviera. Walk along the Promenade des Anglais or marvel at the Mediterranean façades of the Old Town, try cuisine Niçoise by the sea and peruse the famous Cours Saleya markets. Sorrento: Rugged cliffs house winding streets, bustling with café and restaurant culture. Sip limoncello and enjoy views out to the Mediterranean Sea, explore the Old Town, brimming with Italian charm, locals and picture-perfect pastel buildings, or take a day trip to Pompeii, at the foot of Mount Vesuvius. Civitavecchia (Rome): The Port of Civitavecchia is the perfect stop for visiting Rome, being located just 45 miles to the northwest of the city. The Italian coastal town of Civitavecchia is, itself, rich in history. Stroll along the port to witness the towering Michelangelo Fort, often cited as the most important architectural landmark on the Lazio coastline. Once used as therapeutic thermal baths by the Romans, the Taurine Baths are another archaeological site not to be missed. 37
French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica
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8-Day Nice to Civitavecchia (Rome) Departing: July – October 2022 Start your adventure in the French Riviera, exploring Menton before discovering beautiful Portofino. On the northern tip of Corsica visit Calvi and Bonifacio before heading to Porto Ercole and Rome’s port of Civitavecchia. Expect pastel houses, seafood restaurants and crystalline waters at your every turn.
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City tour of Menton including a visit to the farmers market
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Hiking tour to Forte Filippo
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French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica Day 1 Nice, France
Day 8 Civitavecchia (Rome)
Your yacht cruise starts in Nice, where you’ll embark Emerald Azzurra.
Your yacht cruise ends in Civitavecchia, where you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the Rome airport for your return flight home.
Day 2 Menton
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France’s Côte d’Azure is synonymous with outstanding beauty, and Menton is this famous region at its gorgeous best. Nestled between Monaco and Italy, the seaside town is a wonderful mix of unique architecture and luscious gardens. City tour of Menton including a visit to the farmers market Tour of Monaco & Eze
Day 3 Portofino, Italy
The unassuming village of Portofino provides another tempting taste of the Italian Riviera. Its colourful buildings and slower pace of life have made it an attractive hideaway for the rich and famous. Culinary experience in Rapallo
Kayaking tour of Tigullian Bay
Guided hike to San Fruttuoso
Day 4 Portoferraio
One of the oldest towns on Elba Island, Portoferraio oozes Tuscan charm. A favourite among beach-lovers and history buffs alike, it’s known for enticing sandy shores and distinctive Medici forts, dating back to the 1500s. Napoleon’s Path and tasting at La Chiusa winery Calvi, Corsica
Cantucci baking class and wine tasting Panoramic tour of Western Elba
Day 5 Calvi, Corsica
Follow in the footsteps of Christopher Columbus as you arrive in Calvi. This vibrant area of Corsica is said to have been the home of the intrepid explorer, and you’ll be sure to fall in love with its winding streets and quaint beaches. Discover Old Corsica with its villages
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The striking citadel heralds your introduction to Bonifacio. Established in 833, this charming Corsican port provides stunning views from its ancient fortress that, on a clear day, stretch all the way to Sardinia.
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Perched on the coast of Tuscany, Porto Ercole is one of Italy’s hidden gems. Translated as the ‘Port of Hercules’, this sleepy bay is a scene of incredible architecture and local seafood that is an absolute delight.
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Return economy flights from London Heathrow (regional departures available on request) Airport transfers to and from your yacht 7 nights on board your luxurious superyacht 20 meals: 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations Complimentary water, restocked daily First-class service from an English-speaking crew Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi Gocycle electric bicycles on board All airport taxes and port charges ABTA & ATOL protected All gratuities on board
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11-Day Civitavecchia (Rome) to Civitavecchia (Rome) Departing: October 2022 Sorrento, on Italy’s southern coast, presents a sun-kissed introduction to an itinerary celebrating Sicily. Explore Palermo, Trapani, Porto Empedocle, plus a stop-off in Malta’s capital, Valletta. You will conclude your cruise to Civitavecchia (Rome).
2 Night Rome City Stay
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Walking tour of Naples with stop at a 19th-century coffee house for coffee and cake
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Sicily & the Gulf of Naples Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Upon your arrival in Civitavecchia, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise.
Day 2 Sorrento
A quaint resort credited with inspiring the works of Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy, Sorrento provides a romantic introduction to the Amalfi Coast. The historic town has spectacular views over the Bay of Naples, and its maze of cobbled streets is punctuated with cosy cafés. Walking tour of Sorrento
Day 10 Naples
The third-largest city in Italy, Naples does things very much in its own way. It is a sea of extraordinary art and culture, unparalleled cuisine and an unmatched history, all sat against the backdrop of one of Europe’s most iconic volcanoes. Tour of Pompeii
Amalfi Coast and Ravello
Day 11 Civitavecchia (Rome) Today you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Hiking tour of the Sorrento Coast
Day 3 Palermo
Your discovery of Sicily begins in the capital city of Palermo, a melting pot of elegant piazzas and even better pizza. Walking tour of Palermo
Day 4 Palermo
The Normans referred to it as the “Kingdom of the sun”, it has been the prize of Roman, Byzantine and Greek settlers, all of which culminates in the wonderfully diverse nature of Palermo. From its grand Piazza Vigilena, with its revered Baroque structures, the colourful masterpiece of Capella Palatina to the bustling markets of Vucciria, it’s no wonder it has previously been named Italian Capital of Culture. Palermo behind the scenes
Tour of Monreale
Valletta, Malta
Day 5 Trapani
Blessed with one of the most enchanting coastlines in Italy, Trapani is a serene side of Sicily. A heady mix of alluring landscapes, inviting beaches and historic intrigue, including the 18th-century Chiesa Anime Sante del Purgatorio, a church depicting the story of Christ’s Passion.
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Cooking class to uncover the secrets of Sicilian cuisine A visit to Erice
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A popular beach resort on Sicily’s southern coast Porto Empedocle is instantly recognisable by its striking Quadrangular Tower of Carlo V.
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Valley of the Temples in Agrigento
Day 7 Valletta, Malta
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Once described as “a city built by gentlemen for gentlemen”, the Maltese capital of Valletta is rich in landmarks and beautiful Baroque architecture. Its creation was a labour of love for the Knights of St John, but today it has blossomed as a UNESCO World Heritage and European Art City thanks to its wealth of museums, galleries and charming Barrakka Gardens.
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Catania is another of Sicily’s prized gems, a magnetic collection of winding streets and elegant architecture. At its centre is the awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage-listed monastery of San Benedetto, a symbol of Catania. Walking tour of Catania Highlights of Taormina
Day 9 Naples
Sat in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, the unforgettable city of Naples possesses a passion to match its fiery neighbour. Walking tour of Naples with stop at a coffee house for coffee and cake
Return economy flights from London Heathrow (regional departures available on request) Airport transfers to and from your yacht 10 nights on board your luxurious superyacht 29 meals: 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 10 dinners Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations Complimentary water, restocked daily First-class service from an English-speaking crew Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi Gocycle electric bicycles on board All airport taxes and port charges ABTA & ATOL protected All gratuities on board
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Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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8-Day Civitavecchia (Rome) to Dubrovnik Departing: August & October 2022 Explore Italy’s breathtaking south with visits to the picturesque lemon-growing coastal town of Sorrento, and navigate the Tyrrhenian Sea to Amalfi. Cruise onwards to the Sicilian town of Giardini Naxos, the port city of Crotone in Calabria region, Otranto and Monopoli in Italy’s Apulia region.
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Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting
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Civitavecchia (Rome) Monopoli
2 excursions, including a walking tour of Taormina
Sorrento Amalfi
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Highlights of Southern Italy Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Upon your arrival in Civitavecchia, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise.
Day 2 Sorrento
A quaint resort credited with inspiring the works of Charles Dickens and Leo Tolstoy, Sorrento provides a romantic introduction to the Amalfi Coast. The historic town has spectacular views over the Bay of Naples, and its maze of cobbled streets is punctuated with cosy cafés. Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting Guided tour of Pompeii
Walking tour of Capri
Day 3 Amalfi
Sitting in the foothills of Mount Cerreto, the ambient setting of Amalfi is a pleasant collection of piazzas and waterfront restaurants. Despite its diminutive size, this town was once a maritime powerhouse. Amalfi Coast by kayak
Gems of the Amalfi Coast
Day 4 Giardini Naxos
Giardini Naxos is a gorgeous beach resort, with a resplendent horseshoe bay and seafront lined with bars and restaurants. A walking tour of Taormina ‘The Godfather’ tour
Alcantara River Tubing
Day 5 Crotone
Mount Etna views from Taormina, Italy
At the very tip of Southern Italy is the Calabrian city of Crotone. Legend has it that it owes its name to Greek half-god Hercules, and there are Aegean influences at every turn, including the remnants of Apollo’s temple.
Included in your cruise
Visit to Santa Severina village
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Day 6 Otranto
Regarded as ‘the far east of Italy’, Otranto gazes out on to the Adriatic Sea and was a key port for trade and conquest during Roman times. Today, you’ll find a picturesque town of fortifications, mouthwatering seafood restaurants and a pleasant beach.
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Day 7 Monopoli
Tracing its origins back to 545 AD, Monopoli is a melting pot of Byzantine, Venetian and Turkish influence. Its charming harbour is surrounded by medieval stone walls, while the Church of the Purgatory features a Baroque chapel of mummified citizens that passed on.
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Guided tour of Ostuni
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CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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2 Night Dubrovnik City Stay
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Portofino, Italy
15-Day Nice to Dubrovnik Departing: August 2022
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Menton
Portofino
Nice
From the idyllic French Riviera to Southern Italy, visit a plethora of cultural highlights along this stunning route. Wander the crescent-shaped bay of Calvi on the northern tip of Corsica, discover the lively marina of Bonifacio, explore the romantic Amalfi Coast, and bask in the waters of Sicily’s Giardini Naxos.
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Discover French & Italian Coastlines Day 1 Nice, France
Upon your arrival in Nice, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise. The capital of the French Riviera, envelope yourself in the old-world charm and Mediterranean sunshine of the Côte d’Azur during your time spent in Nice, synonymous with great weather, excellent cuisine and the ‘jet set’ lifestyle of artists and aristocrats, past and present.
Day 2 Menton
On the French Riviera, Menton is spectacularly situated between Monaco and Italy. Where the Alps rise from the waters of the Mediterranean and its very own microclimate leans towards sub-tropical, a world of lush green beauty thrives with rare plants alongside some truly beautiful monuments to the past. City tour of Menton including a visit to the farmer’s market
Day 9 Sorrento
Perched atop the rocky cliffs of the Sorrentine Peninsula, the breathtaking beauty of this coastal town promises wonderful restaurants and bars with sweeping views of the azure water below. Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting Guided tour of Pompeii
Walking tour of Capri
Day 10 Amalfi
A scenic town built on the dramatic cliff edges of the Amalfi Coast. Contrasting white buildings seemingly rise from the water’s edge to a promenade stretching along the Mediterranean. Amalfi Coast by kayak
Gems of the Amalfi Coast
Day 11 Giardini Naxos
This Sicilian town has recently become a seaside resort, home to white sandy beaches and beautiful bays, located at the foot of the sensational hilltop town of Taormina.
Tour of Monaco & Eze
Day 3 Portofino, Italy
Along the coastline of the Italian Riviera, the fishing village of Portofino is home to a picturesque square where pastel coloured houses and seafood restaurants spill out onto the yacht-lined harbour. Culinary experience in Rapallo
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Kayaking tour of Tigullian Bay
A walking tour of Taormina ‘The Godfather’ tour
Day 12 Crotone Occupying the ‘toe’ of the Italian Peninsula, live like a true Italian among the maze of narrow alleys and squares in this stunning city.
Guided hike to San Fruttuoso
Day 4 Portoferraio
The capital and main seaport of Elba Island, Portoferraio is one of the oldest towns on the island and considered its capital. Napoleon’s Path and Tasting at La Chiusa winery Cantucci baking class with wine tasting Panoramic tour of Western Elba
Day 5 Calvi, Corsica
On the northwest coast of Corsica, Calvi is recognised for its beaches and crescent-shaped bay and believed to be the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Discover Old Corsica with its villages
Alcantara River Tubing
Guided hike
Day 6 Bonifacio
On the southern tip of Corsica, Bonifacio’s close proximity to Sardinia gives it a certain Italian charm. Dating back to 833, the town is perched atop a limestone platform and home to a bustling marina, overlooked by its medieval clifftop citadel. Tour of Bonifacio with tasting Corsican countryside and wine tasting
Visit to Santa Severina village
Day 13 Otranto
At the easternmost point of Italy, this still active fishing port sits on the Adriatic Sea looking out towards Greece. A charming town in Italy’s Puglia region, dominated by a 15th-century castle, it is within close proximity to stunning beaches and home to two lakes, the Alìmini Grande and the Alìmini Piccolo. The guided to of Lecce
Day 14 Monopoli
On Puglia’s Adriatic coast, Monopoli’s name originates from the Greek meaning ‘unique’ and ‘singular’. The town’s fascinating main attraction is the Baroque cathedral with its bell tower, while café culture spills into the streets and beaches are fewer, but beautiful. Tour of Monopoli Discover the Trulli of Alberobello
Guided tour of Ostuni
Day 15 Dubrovnik, Croatia Today you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Day 7 Porto Ercole, Italy
A picturesque coastal town on the southern Tuscan coast, Porto Ercole’s pretty harbour is a fashionable weekend destination for Italians. Tour of Porto Ercole Hiking tour to Forte Filippo Siena and Montalcino, the heart of medieval Tuscany
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Day 8 Civitavecchia (Rome)
Dating back to the 2nd century, this port town northwest of Rome is home to a number of well-preserved Roman monuments. City Tour of Rome
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Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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Hvar, Croatia
15-Day
CROATIA
Venice
Civitavecchia (Rome) to Venice Departing: August & September 2022
Krk 14
Zadar Šibenik Split
The breathtaking southern region of Italy, home to the lemon-growing coastal town of Sorrento and the romantic Amalfi Coast will inspire you. The stunning shorelines and rich architecture of Croatia offers another layer of serene beauty, from Split’s Diocletian’s Palace to the Roman remains of Krk.
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THE WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN
Discover Croatia & Italy Day 1 Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Upon your arrival in Civitavecchia, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise.
Day 2 Sorrento
Perched atop the rocky cliffs of the Sorrentine Peninsula, the breathtaking beauty of this coastal town promises wonderful restaurants and bars with sweeping views of the azure water below.
Day 10 Split
Enjoy a taste of real Dalmatian life in awe-inspiring Split. Croatia’s secondlargest city effortlessly brings together the country’s traditional and contemporary elements. Diocletian’s Palace is an extraordinary example of Roman architecture and features a myriad of hideaway bars and cafés. A walking tour of Split Klapa performance in the cellars of Diocletian’s Palace
Guided tour of Sorrento with gelato presentation and tasting
Guided hike to Marjan Hill
Guided tour of Pompeii
Guided tour of Trogir and Salona
Walking tour of Capri
Day 11 Hvar
Day 3 Amalfi
A scenic town built on the dramatic cliff edges of the Amalfi Coast. Contrasting white buildings seemingly rise from the water’s edge to a promenade stretching along the Mediterranean. Amalfi Coast by kayak
Gems of the Amalfi Coast
Day 4 Giardini Naxos
This Sicilian town has recently become a seaside resort, home to white sandy beaches and beautiful bays, located at the foot of the sensational hilltop town of Taormina A walking tour of Taormina ‘The Godfather’ Tour
Alcantara River Tubing
Lying neatly off the coast of Split is the island Hvar. Said to be Croatia’s answer to Saint-Tropez, Hvar Town is home to an elegant shoreline lined with luxurious yachts, it is one of the more glamorous settings in the Adriatic. Hvar island tour
Kayaking tour around Hvar and Pakleni Islands
Day 12 Šibenik
Known for its UNESCO World Heritage-listed St James’ Cathedral and its famous black and orange hat, Šibenik is a city of tradition. The oldest native town in the country, it can trace is origins back to 1066; you’ll find history at every turn of its medieval streets and Square of the Four Wells A walking tour of Sibenik Visit to Krka National Park
Day 5 Crotone
Occupying the ‘toe’ of the Italian Peninsula, live like a true Italian among the maze of narrow alleys and squares in this stunning city.
Visit to Falcon Centre
Guided bike tour of Vodice countryside
Day 13 Zadar
Visit to Santa Severina village
Day 6 Otranto
At the easternmost point of Italy, this still active fishing port sits on the Adriatic Sea looking out towards Greece. A charming town in Italy’s Puglia region, dominated by a 15th-century castle, it is within close proximity to stunning beaches and home to two lakes, the Alìmini Grande and the Alìmini Piccolo. Guided tour of Leece
Set on a peninsula, the historic city of Zadar has relics of bygone eras scattered across its landscape. Among the churches and Roman ruins, the Sun Salutation and Sea Organ are two of the city’s more modern, and curious, attractions. A walking tour of Zadar including visit to the gold and silver exhibition and museum of ancient glass on the Zrmanja River
Tour of Pag Island
Kayak or rafting
Day 14 Krk
Day 7 Monopoli
On Puglia’s Adriatic coast, Monopoli’s name originates from the Greek meaning ‘unique’ and ‘singular’. The town’s fascinating main attraction is the Baroque cathedral with its bell tower, while café culture spills into the streets and beaches are fewer, but beautiful.
Krk is the largest island in the Adriatic, and paints a picture of the early days of Croatia. Krk Town is home to the beautiful 12th-century St Mary’s Cathedral, and a seafront promenade offering scenic vistas over the rolling countryside. A walking tour of Krk
Tour of Monopoli Discover the Trulli of Alberobello
Island tour with wine tasting
Guided tour of Ostuni
Day 8 Dubrovnik, Croatia
The unmistakable terracotta buildings welcome you to Dubrovnik. Once described as “paradise on earth”, the city’s old town has centuries of history ingrained into its walls. It’s home to an array of churches, museums and galleries including the 7th-century Cathedral of the Assumption.
Guided bike tour of Krk
Kayaking tour in Krk
Day 15 Venice, Italy Today you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Walking tour of Dubrovnik 15-Day Discover Croatia & Italy
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The sixth-largest island in the Adriatic, Korčula is among the most beloved in Croatia. Its Old Town, referred by the locals as “Little Dubrovnik”, is a delightful collection of medieval churches, palaces and squares, while the villages of Čara and Smokvica produce the country’s signature dry white wine. A walking tour of Korčula Tastes of the Island
Buggy tour
Cooking class
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*These dates operate a reverse itinerary from Venice to Civitavecchia (Rome). Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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Bask amid the relaxing cultures of France and Italy, soaking up the sun-kissed shorelines and gastronomy delights of both countries. Visit the Italian and French rivieras, home of pastel houses, seafood restaurants and crystalline waters, as well as the vibrant islands of Sicily and Malta.
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Discover Pearls of France & Italy Day 11 Palermo
Day 1 Nice, France Upon your arrival in Nice, you’ll board your spectacular superyacht, Emerald Azzurra, to commence your yacht cruise.
Day 2 Menton
Menton is spectacularly situated between Monaco and Italy. Its very own microclimate leans towards sub-tropical, a world of lush green beauty thrives with rare plants alongside some truly beautiful monuments to the past. City tour of Menton including a visit to the farmer’s market Tour of Monaco & Eze
From its grand Piazza Vigilena with its revered Baroque structures, the colourful masterpiece of Capella Palatina and the bustling markets of Vucciria, it’s no wonder Palermo has previously been named Italian Capital of Culture. Palermo behind the scenes
Tour of Monreale
Day 12 Trapani
Blessed with one of the most enchanting coastlines in Italy, Trapani is a serene side of Sicily. A heady mix of alluring landscapes and inviting beaches. Cooking class to uncover the secrets of Sicilian cuisine
Day 3 Portofino, Italy
Along the coastline of the Italian Riviera, the fishing village of Portofino is home to a picturesque square where pastel coloured houses and seafood restaurants spill out onto the yacht-lined harbour. Culinary experience in Rapallo
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Kayaking tour of Tigullian Bay
Tour of Erice
Day 13 Porto Empedocle
A popular beach resort on Sicily’s southern coast Porto Empedocle is instantly recognisable by its striking Quadrangular Tower of Carlo V. Valley of the Temples in Agrigento
Guided hike to San Fruttuoso
Day 4 Portoferraio
The capital and main seaport of Elba Island, Portoferraio is one of the oldest towns on the island and considered its capital. Napoleon’s Path and tasting at La Chiusa winery
Day 14 Valletta, Malta
Valletta in rich in landmarks and beautiful Baroque architecture. Its creation was a labour of love for the Knights of St John, but today it has blossomed as a UNESCO World Heritage and European Art City. Guided tour of Madina and Valletta
Cantucci Baking class with wine tasting
Panoramic tour of Malta with wine tasting
Panoramic tour of Western Elba
Day 15 Catania, Italy
Day 5 Calvi, Corsica
On the northwest coast of Corsica, Calvi is recognised for its beaches and crescent-shaped bay and believed to be the birthplace of Christopher Columbus. Discover Old Corsica with its villages
Malsarla, salt pans and winery visit
Guided hike
Day 6 Bonifacio
Bonifacio’s close proximity to Sardiniagives gives it a certain Italian charm. Dating back to 833, the town is perched atop a limestone platform and home to a bustling marina. Tour of Bonifacio with tasting Corsican countryside and wine tasting
Day 7 Porto Ercole, Italy
A picturesque coastal town on the southern Tuscan coast, Porto Ercole’s pretty harbour is a fashionable weekend destination for Italians. Tour of Porto Ercole Hiking tour to Forte Filippo Siena and Montalcino, the heart of medieval Tuscany
Catania is another of Sicily’s prized gems. At its centre is the awe-inspiring UNESCO World Heritage-listed monastery of San Benedetto. Walking tour of Catania
Highlights of Taormina
Day 16 Naples
Sat in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius, the unforgettable city of Naples possesses a passion to match its fiery neighbour. Walking tour of Naples with stop at a 19th-century coffee house for coffee and cake
Day 17 Naples
The third-largest city in Italy, Naples is a sea of extraordinary art and culture, unparalleled cuisine and an unmatched history, all sat against the backdrop of one of Europe’s most iconic volcanoes. Tour of Pompeii
Amalfi Coast and Ravello
Day 18 Civitavecchia (Rome)
Today you’ll disembark Emerald Azzurra and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
Day 8 Civitavecchia (Rome)
Centrally located in the Italian region of Lazio, this 2nd century port is home to many of its original features, like the beautifully preserved Roman Dock and the 16th-century fort. 18-Day Discover the Pearls of France & Italy
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Day 9 Sorrento
The breathtaking beauty of this coastal town promises wonderful restaurants and bars with sweeping views of the azure water below.
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Day 10 Palermo
Your discovery of Sicily begins in the capital city of Palermo, a melting pot of elegant piazzas and even better pizza. Walking tour of Palermo
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Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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The Middle East On Asia’s west, an all-star cast lines the shores of the Persian Gulf, as the countries of the Arabian Peninsula commit to preserving their heritage while evolving into world-class destinations.
Doha, Qatar
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Doha: On the east coast of the Persian Gulf, Doha is an ever-changing modern metropolis. A glistening skyline of contemporary high-rises adorn the picturesque corniche, frequented by walkers enjoying the lovely waterfront promenade, while world-class galleries exhibit an eclectic mix of art. Traditional souks buzz with life and restaurants serve a delightful fusion of cuisines, as this confident, forward-thinking city seeks to rival the dynamism of Dubai. Dubai: This once humble fishing village is now a thriving metropolis, home to over 200 nationalities and some of the most spectacular modern architecture in the world. Old and new collide, offering something for everyone. From sprawling spice markets, historic neighbourhoods and abra rides across the creek, to theme parks, zip lining, art galleries and shopping malls, there’s nothing you can’t do here. Abu Dhabi: There’s more to this multifaceted city than meets the eye, a highly regarded business hub that offers so much more to its diverse portfolio of visitors. Where high-end fashion boutiques, tree-lined boulevards and delicious eateries make for wonderful days out, designated green spaces and desert spas connect you to nature, and one of the world’s largest mosques showcases a proud cultural heritage. green spaces and desert spas connect you to nature, and one of the world’s largest mosques showcases a proud cultural heritage. 51
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Gems of the Arabian Peninsula Day 1 UK > Doha, Qatar
Fly overnight from the UK to Doha.
Day 2 Doha
Today board your luxury superyacht and embark on an unforgettable cruise of the Persian Gulf.
Day 3 Sir Baniyas Island, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Located 170 km southwest of the capital of the United Arab Emirates, Sir Baniyas Island holds strong historic significance as well as being a protected wildlife sanctuary. Enjoy a relaxing day on the beach in this natural and cultural landmark of the United Arab Emirates, one of seven desert islands situated in the Al Dhafrah region. Beach break
Day 4 Abu Dhabi
Abu Dhabi is the political capital and second-most populated city of the United Arab Emirates. Thanks to its geographically diverse scenery, rich culture and heritage, it has a lot to offer. Visit the impressive and breathtaking Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque, incorporating architectural styles from different Muslim civilisations and celebrating cultural diversity. The next stop on your included tour is the Louvre Abu Dhabi Museum. Designed by Jean Nouvel, this iconic gallery aims to depict the evolution of mankind through art.
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Day 5 Khasab, Oman
Built by the Portuguese, Khasab is the capital of the Musandam Governate. It is nicknamed the ‘Norway of Arabia’ for its dramatic bare mountains, cliffs that rise above the crystal blue waters and fjords which cut through the landscapes in remarkable style. Spend the day relaxing on the beach today.
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Return economy flights from London Heathrow (regional departures available on request) Airport transfers to and from your yacht 7 nights on board your luxurious superyacht 21 meals: 8 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks to accompany lunch and dinner State-of-the-art coffee machines and tea stations Complimentary water, restocked daily First-class service from an English-speaking crew Included excursions with knowledgeable local guides Complimentary Wi-Fi Gocycle electric bicycles on board All airport taxes and port charges ABTA & ATOL protected All gratuities on board
Beach break
Day 8 Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Once a small fishing village in the Arabian Gulf, today Dubai is one of the most multicultural cities in the world, with ultramodern architecture and a lively nightlife. On today’s tour, discover Dubai’s vibrant culture, heartfelt hospitality, rich culinary legacy and proud traditions. Guided tour of Dubai’s historical city centre Emirati culture and traditions
Day 9 Dubai Today you’ll disembark your superyacht and be transferred to the airport for your return flight home.
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*This date operates a reverse itinerary from Dubai to Doha and the overnight flight is replaced with a one-night stay in a hotel. Reverse itinerary is subject to a change of ports. Terms & Conditions: All prices are per person, subject to availability and based on a twin-share with economy flights included. Earlybird fares are limited in number and once sold out the full fare will apply. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with the cruise embarkation/disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67. To help you select your cabin, detailed cabin and deck plans can be found on pages 56-61.
CLICK HERE to book online, call 0808 296 3399 or contact your local travel agent
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Cruise information Across the following pages, you’ll find more information about your yacht cruise experience, including details of our EmeraldEXPLORER loyalty club along with helpful suite, stateroom and deck plans for our superyachts. For more information CLICK HERE
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Emerald Azzurra cabin plans
Owner’s Suite
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Our oversized Owner’s Suites are the largest and most opulent, located on the Pool Deck. Boasting a separate bedroom and lounge area, you’ll also enjoy your large private terrace, from which to admire the stunning views of each port you visit.
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Your own private terrace Separate bedroom and lounge area Walk-in wardrobe King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen Pillow menu Bathroom with bathtub and shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer Complimentary bathrobes and slippers Welcome bottle of champagne Fruit platter on arrival Pre-dinner canapés After-dinner sweets Full mini-bar, restocked daily Complimentary water, restocked daily Flat screen HDTV and infotainment system Complimentary Wi-Fi Individual climate control Coffee and tea-making facilities Room service available during mealtimes Four laundered items daily Personal safe Umbrella Telephone
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Deluxe Balcony Suite Lounge
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Terrace Suite
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Your own private terrace King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen Pillow menu Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer Complimentary bathrobes and slippers Welcome bottle of champagne Fruit platter on arrival Full mini-bar, restocked daily Complimentary water, restocked daily Flat screen HDTV and infotainment system Complimentary Wi-Fi Individual climate control Coffee and tea-making facilities Room service available during mealtimes Two laundered items daily Personal safe Umbrella Telephone
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Yacht Suite
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Balcony Suite
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Divided between the Observation and Panorama decks, our Balcony Suites are your stylish home-away-from-home. With everything you need for a great night’s sleep, we’ve carefully designed them to help you relax after a day of exploration.
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Your own private outdoor balcony King-size or twin hotel-style beds with the finest Egyptian cotton linen Bathroom with shower, indulgent toiletries and hairdryer Complimentary bathrobes and slippers Complimentary water, restocked daily Flat screen HDTV and infotainment system Complimentary Wi-Fi Individual climate control Mini-bar Personal safe Umbrella Telephone
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Oceanview Stateroom
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Situated on the Emerald Deck, towards the front of the yacht, our Oceanview Staterooms are bigger than the average standard, offering excellent value for money.
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Emerald Azzurra Built: 2022 Length: 360.9ft (110m) Guests: 100
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EMERALD AZZURRA DECK PLANS
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Deluxe Balcony Suite
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Important Information: Deck plans are an indication only and are subject to variation. Cabin sizes include terrace areas.
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Booking conditions Important: The following terms and conditions together with the general information contained in our brochure form the basis of your contract with Scenic Tours (UK) Ltd, 4 Piccadilly Place, Manchester, UK, M1 3BN company number 05770868. Please read them carefully as they set out our respective rights and obligations and in particular note that: • If for any reason you cancel your holiday, cancellation charges will apply and may be up to 100% of the booking cost. We may also cancel your booking. • You may make amendments to your booking but there will be a charge for this and we can change your booking where it is necessary for us to do so. • You should take out travel insurance that is appropriate to your needs. • We provide financial security as required by The Package Travel and Linked Travel Arrangements Regulations 2018 for package holidays through our membership with ABTA (membership number: Y6328) and for flight inclusive holidays our ATOL membership (number 9294). • Some of the flights and flight-inclusive holidays on this website are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed on this website. This website will provide you with information on the protection that applies in the case of each holiday and travel service offered before you make your booking. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. Please see our booking conditions for information, or for more information about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate go to: www. caa.co.uk • We are responsible for your package holiday subject to the terms of these Booking Conditions and will pay you compensation when appropriate. • In order for us to process your booking and provide the journey to you, you will need to provide us, and we will need to use your personal information. We will also need to provide your personal information to service providers. By making a booking you give us your consent to use and disclose your personal information in the manner described. By asking us to confirm your booking, we are entitled to assume that you have had the opportunity to read and have read these booking conditions and agree to them. Except where otherwise stated, these booking conditions only apply to journey arrangements (including pre and post journey accommodation, activities and other services) which you book with us and pay for before departure and which we agree to make, provide or perform (as applicable) as part of our contract with you. All references in these booking conditions to “holiday”, “booking”, “cruise”, “journey” or “arrangements” mean such journey arrangements unless otherwise stated. In these booking conditions, “you” and “your” means all persons named on the booking (including anyone who is added or substituted at a later date) or any of them as the context requires. “We”, “us” and “our” means Scenic Tours (UK) Limited. Bookings 1. We are a Member of ABTA. When you book with an ABTA Member you can expect high service standards, fair terms of trading and accurate information. ABTA’s strict joining criteria for Members, code of conduct, customer helpline and approved Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) scheme to resolve complaints are in place to give you confidence and peace of mind when booking your travel arrangements. For more information see www.abta.com. 2. If you or any member of your party has any medical condition, pregnancy, or disability which may affect your journey or has any special requirements as a result of any medical condition, pregnancy, or disability (including any which affect the booking process), it is very important that you tell us of the condition and of any medical or mobility equipment you will need in writing before you confirm your booking so that we can assist you in considering the suitability of the arrangements and/or making the booking. Some activities either on board the ship or onshore at all ports may be unsuitable for those with reduced mobility. You must also notify us of any changes or deterioration in the disability or medical condition or development of any disability, pregnancy, or medical condition after booking. We must reserve the right to decline a reservation of any person or, if full details are not given at the time of booking or the condition/disability develops after booking, cancel when we become aware of these details, if we reasonably feel unable to properly accommodate their particular needs. In the event that you require assistance with embarking or disembarking as a result of your reduced mobility or disability, please advise us at the time of booking and in any event no later than 48 hours before the assistance is required. Please also note that assistance is not always available when embarking or disembarking at all ports of call. It is important to note in relation to some of our vessels that: (i) for safety reasons, passengers in wheelchairs cannot be carried on boarding ramps (which may be steep due to water levels) whilst the vessel is tied up or at anchor, or on to motor coaches, tenders, experiences including but not limited to the Zodiac. (ii) collapsible walkers may be taken onto tender vessels for transfer to shore for the included touring. Walkers are however unable to be taken on the zodiacs at any time due to space restrictions. The walkers will be stored in the guest’s suite – there is no additional storage space on board. (iii) guests must be able to walk up/down stairs in the event of an emergency to reach emergency evacuation points. (iv) motorised scooters cannot be used on board (v) wheelchairs and walkers can be carried in the luggage compartment of motorcoaches subject to space limitations. (vi) embarking and disembarking the tenders, Zodiac will be via a marina platform and requires the ability to step into and out of these vessels unaided. (vii) Cabins and bathrooms may have significant thresholds and cabin doors which limit access. 3. The operation of all journeys is conditional on us securing the minimum number of bookings required to operate the journey and to ensure an enjoyable group atmosphere. Where sufficient numbers cannot be achieved, we reserve the right to cancel or change a scheduled journey. We will endeavour to make any decision to cancel or significantly change a journey no less than 60 days prior to the scheduled departure date of the journey but in any event will notify you no less than 20 days (7 days for journeys lasting less than 7 days in duration) prior to the departure date of the journey. 4. If you have any special requests (including dietary requirements) you must notify us in writing at the time of booking. Please note special requests cannot be guaranteed. Failure to meet any special request will not be a breach of contract by us. Confirmation that a special request has been noted or passed on to the supplier of any service(s) or the inclusion of the special request on your
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confirmation invoice or any other documentation is not confirmation that the request will be met. Unless and until specifically confirmed by us in writing, all special requests are subject to availability. We cannot accept any conditional bookings, i.e. any booking which is specified to be conditional on the fulfilment of a particular request. All such bookings will be treated as “standard” bookings subject to the above provisions on special requests. Payment 5. To secure a booking, you must pay the applicable deposit of a minimum of £500 per person or full payment if booking 120 days or less before the start of the cruise. The deposit or full payment, as applicable, must be received by us at the time of making the booking to ensure a place on the journey is held. Bookings will be automatically cancelled if the applicable deposit or full payment, is not received by us at the time of booking and we will have no further liability to you. Any accommodation, sightseeing or flights we book for you which are separate to those stated in your itinerary are not included in the deposit or journey price. An extra payment will be required to cover the costs of these additional services. 6. Deposits are non-transferable and non-refundable except as expressly set out in these terms and conditions. We therefore recommend that you have adequate insurance to cover this. 7. The balance of the journey price must be received by us no less than 120 days prior to the start of your journey. If we do not receive all payments due (including any surcharge where applicable) in full and on time, we are entitled to assume that you wish to cancel your booking. In this case, we will be entitled to keep all deposits paid or due at that date. If we do not cancel straight away because you have promised to make payment, you must pay the cancellation charges shown in these terms and conditions depending on the date we reasonably treat your booking as cancelled. 8. Except for flight inclusive bookings, all monies you pay to one of our authorised travel agents for your holiday with us will be held by the agent on your behalf until a contract between us comes into existence. After that point, your agent will hold the monies on our behalf until they are paid to us. For flight inclusive bookings, all monies paid to any authorised travel agent of ours for your holiday with us will be held on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust subject to the travel agent’s obligation to pay such monies to us in accordance with our trading terms unless we fail. In the unlikely event of our financial failure, all monies then held by the travel agent or subsequently paid by you to the travel agent will be held by the agent on behalf of and for the benefit of the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust without any obligation on the agent to pay such monies to us. Your contract 9. Subject to availability we will confirm your booking verbally (if you have made a telephone booking) or by email (if you have made an email booking). For all other bookings we will confirm your booking by issuing our confirmation invoice. Even if you have received verbal confirmation or email confirmation, we will also send you a confirmation invoice. This invoice will be sent to the lead name on the booking (“Lead Name”) or your Travel Agent. Please check this invoice carefully as soon as you receive it. Contact us immediately if any information on the confirmation or any other document appears to be incorrect or incomplete as it may not be possible to make changes later. We cannot accept any liability if not notified of any inaccuracy in any document within 14 days of our sending it out (5 days for tickets). We will do our best to rectify any mistake notified to us outside these time limits but you must meet any costs involved in doing so. 10. A binding contract between you and us comes into existence when we confirm your booking verbally (for telephone bookings) or when we dispatch our email confirmation to you (for email bookings) or when we dispatch our confirmation invoice for all other bookings. We both agree that English law (and no other) will apply to your contract and to any dispute, claim or other matter of any description which arises between us (“claim”) (except as set out below). We both also agree that any claim (and whether or not involving any personal injury) must be dealt with under the ABTA Alternative Dispute Resolution process (if the process is available for the claim in question and you wish to use it – see below) or by the Courts of England and Wales only unless, in the case of court proceedings, you live in Scotland or Northern Ireland. In this case, proceedings must either be brought in the courts of your home country or those of England and Wales. If proceedings are brought in Scotland or Northern Ireland, you may choose to have your contract and any claim or other matter of any description which arises between us governed by the law of Scotland/Northern Ireland as applicable (if you do not so choose, English law will apply). What are your obligations? 11. (a) You must follow the Cruise Director’s instructions at all times to ensure on journey safety. You acknowledge that failure to do so will result in restricted access to areas on the journey, or if necessary for your own safety and/or that of other passengers, withdrawal from the journey. (b) If we, or our staff or suppliers are of the view you are negatively affecting your own health, safety or environment or that of other passengers, we can oblige you to withdraw from the journey immediately. We will not be liable to you for any loss, cost or damage resulting from your withdrawal. If you are withdrawn from the journey, you must make your own return travel arrangements at your own expense. (c) You must make your own enquiries regarding your journey, including being aware of any relevant government travel or safety warnings. Journey price 12. (a) We reserve the right to increase/decrease our advertised journey prices at any time before your booking is confirmed. We also reserve the right to correct any errors in any journey price. We will advise you of any error of which we are aware and of the then applicable price at the time of booking. Once the journey price has been confirmed at the time of booking, clause 13 below will apply. (b) We reserve the right not to honour any published prices and information that we determine were erroneous due to printing, electronic or clerical error. 13. Once your journey price has been confirmed at the time of booking, then subject to the correction of errors, it will only be increased or decreased in the following circumstances. A surcharge or refund (as applicable) will be payable, subject to the conditions set out below, in the event of any change in our transportation costs or in dues, taxes, fuel or fees payable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports or airports increase or decrease or in the exchange rates which have been used to calculate your journey price. Even in the circumstances set out in above, only if the amount of the increase in our costs exceeds 2% of your journey price (excluding insurance premiums and any amendment fee) will we levy a surcharge. If any surcharge is greater than 8% of your journey price (excluding insurance premiums and any amendment fee), you will be entitled to cancel your booking and receive a full refund of all monies you have paid to us (except for any amendment fee) or alternatively purchase another journey from us - see clause 19. You have 14 days from the issue date printed on the surcharge invoice to tell us if you wish to cancel or purchase another journey where applicable. Otherwise, we are entitled to assume that you do not wish to do so and will pay the surcharge. Any surcharge must be paid with the balance of the journey price or within 14 days of the issue date printed on the surcharge invoice, whichever is the later. A refund will only be payable if the decrease in our costs exceeds 2% as set out above. Where a refund is due, we will pay you the full amount of the decrease in our costs. No surcharge will be levied within 20 days of departure, or 7 days for journeys lasting less than 7 days in duration. No refund will be payable if any decrease in our costs occurs during this period either.
provided as promised or prove deficient as a result of the failure of us, our employees, agents or suppliers to use reasonable skill and care in making, performing or providing, as applicable, your contracted journey arrangements. Please note, it is your responsibility to show that reasonable skill and care has not been used if you wish to make a claim against us. In addition, we will only be responsible for what our employees, agents and suppliers do or do not do if they were at the time acting within the course of their employment (for employees) or carrying out work we had asked them to do (for agents and suppliers). We will not be responsible for any injury, illness, death, loss (including loss of enjoyment or possessions), damage, expense, cost or other sum or claim of any description whatsoever which results from any of the following: - the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) affected or any member(s) of their party or - the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party not connected with the provision of your journey and which were unforeseeable /unavoidable or - Force Majeure (as defined below). 25. We cannot accept responsibility for any services which do not form part of our contract with you. This includes, for example, any additional services or facilities which any hotel or other supplier agrees to provide for you where the services or facilities are not advertised in our brochure as part of your journey and we have not agreed to arrange them as part of our contract and any excursion or other services you purchase during your journey. Where any such excursion or services are purchased through or with our assistance, please note that we act only as booking agent. Your contract will be with the operator or provider of the excursion or services in question. We have no liability in relation to the same. In addition, regardless of any wording used by us on our website, in any of our brochures or elsewhere, we only promise to use reasonable skill and care as set out above and we do not have any greater or different liability to you. 26. The promises we make to you about the services we have agreed to provide or arrange as part of our contract and the laws and regulations of the country in which your claim or complaint occurred will be used as the basis for deciding whether the journey arrangements in question had been properly provided. If the particular arrangements which gave rise to the claim or complaint complied with the then applicable local laws and regulations, the services will be treated as having been properly performed or provided. This will be the case even if the arrangements did not comply with the laws and regulations of the UK which would have applied had those arrangements been provided in the UK. The exception to this is where the claim or complaint concerns the absence of a safety feature which might lead a reasonable journey participant to refuse to take the journey in question. Please note, however, our obligation is to exercise reasonable skill and care as referred to in clause 24. 27. We do not make any representation or commitment that all services will comply with applicable local laws and regulations and failure to comply does not automatically mean we have not exercised reasonable skill and care. 28. Where we are found liable for loss of and/or damage to any luggage or personal possessions (including money), the maximum amount we will have to pay you is £1000 per person affected unless a lower limitation applies to your claim under this clause or clause 29 below. For all other claims which do not involve death or personal injury, if we are found liable to you on any basis the maximum amount we will have to pay you is twice the price (excluding insurance premiums and amendment fees) paid by or on behalf of the person(s) affected in total unless a lower limitation applies to your claim under clause 30 below. This maximum amount will only be payable where everything has gone wrong and you have not received any benefit at all from your journey. 29. Where any claim or part of a claim (including those involving death or personal injury) concerns or is based on any travel arrangements (including the process of getting on and/or off the transport concerned) provided by any air, sea or rail carrier to which any international convention or EU regulation applies, the maximum amount of compensation we will have to pay you will be limited. The most we will have to pay you for that claim or that part of a claim if found liable to you on any basis is the most the carrier concerned would have to pay under the international convention or regulation which applies to the travel arrangements in question (for example, the Warsaw Convention as amended or unamended and the Montreal Convention for international travel by air and/or for airlines with an operating licence granted by an EU country, the EC Regulation on Air Carrier Liability No 889/2002 for national and international travel by air, the Athens Convention for international travel by sea (as amended by the 2002 Protocol with effect from 31st December 2012) and COTIF, the Convention on International Travel by Rail). Please note: where a carrier or hotelier would not be obliged to make any payment to you under and in accordance with the applicable international convention or regulation in respect of a claim or part of a claim, we similarly are not obliged to make a payment to you for that claim or part of the claim. When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the carrier for the claim in question. Copies of the applicable international conventions and regulations are available from us on request. 30. Please note, we cannot accept any liability for any damage, loss, expense or other sum(s) of any description (1) which on the basis of the information given to us by you concerning your booking prior to our accepting it, we could not have foreseen you would suffer or incur if we breached our contract with you or (2) which did not result from any breach of contract or other fault by ourselves or our employees or, where we are responsible for them, our suppliers. Additionally, we cannot accept liability for any business losses including self-employed loss of earnings. 31. You must provide ourselves and our insurers with all assistance we may reasonably require. You must also tell us and the supplier concerned about your claim or complaint as set out below. If asked to do so, you must transfer to us or our insurers any rights you have against the supplier or whoever else is responsible for your claim or complaint (if the person concerned is under 18, their parent or guardian must do so). You must also agree to co-operate fully with us and our insurers if we or our insurers want to enforce any rights which are transferred. Carriers 32. The carriers (airlines, rail carriers and sea carriers used in association with the journeys) are not responsible for statements in the brochure or any of its features. 33. The applicable conditions of sale / carriage in use by the carriers will apply to you. These may limit or exclude the carriers’ liability to you, usually in accordance with international conventions. Copies of these are available on request. Force Majeure 34. Except where otherwise expressly stated in these terms and conditions we regret we cannot accept liability or pay any compensation where the performance or prompt performance of our obligations under our contract with you is prevented or affected by or you otherwise suffer any damage, loss or expense of any nature as a result of Force Majeure. Force Majeure means any event which we or the supplier of the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such events are likely to include (whether actual or threatened) an act of God, war, terrorism, fire, flood or any other extreme weather conditions exceptional water levels, lock damage, loss of power, epidemics or pandemics, industrial disputes, slow-downs or other strike activities, political unrest, riots or civil disturbances, prohibitions or acts of Federal, State, Territory, local government, quasi-government bodies or other authorities (including, in each case, their duly constituted or
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Journey features 14. The features of the journey are set out in the brochure. 15. We make no representations about the features of any journey other than those expressly set out in the brochure and these terms and conditions. Brochure validity 16. The brochure and terms and conditions are valid for the departure dates as stated in the brochure unless extra dates are added or otherwise expressly advised by us. Variation or cancellation by us 17. We start planning the journeys we offer many months in advance. Occasionally, we have to make changes to and correct errors in the details of advertised journeys both before and after bookings have been confirmed and cancel confirmed bookings. 18. In the event of industrial action affecting air, rail, cruise or other journey related transportation we will make every effort to contact the lead name and advise of alternative arrangements. However, if contact is not made, you should phone 0800 270 7017. 19. Whilst we always endeavour to avoid changes/cancellations, we must reserve the right to do so. Due to the nature of our itineraries, which are dependent on the safe navigation of national and international waterways over which we have no control, it is not always possible for our vessels to sail or call at all ports as planned. Unfortunately, this is an inherent risk in sailing which you must accept. The captains of all the vessels we use retain the ultimate right to deviate from or change any particular itinerary where they believe it necessary to so, for example in the interests of the health and safety of passengers. Most changes made to a confirmed journey are insignificant. Examples of what we both agree to be insignificant changes are changes of vessels to one of the same class for the whole or part of your journey, changes to vehicles used for transfers and excursions, changes to planned excursions, changes to hotel accommodation to that of an equivalent standard including the substitution of accommodation to on-board our vessels or vice versa, changes to berthing or dock location, changes to sailing times, and the substitution and/or removal of ports of call, or the replacement of sailing with the use of motor coaches. Occasionally, we have to make a significant change to or cancel a confirmed journey and we must reserve the right to do so. A significant change is a change made before departure which, taking account of the information you give us at the time of booking or which we can reasonably be expected to know as a tour operator, we can reasonably expect to have a significant effect on your journey. If we have to make a significant change or cancel, we will tell you as soon as possible. If there is time to do so before departure, you will be offered the choice of the following options:- (a) (for significant changes) accepting the changed arrangements or (b) purchasing alternative arrangements from us, of a similar standard to those booked if available, with you paying a supplement if the alternative arrangements are more expensive than those originally booked or (c) cancelling or accepting the cancellation and receiving a full refund of all monies you have paid to us. Please note, the above options are not available where any change made is an insignificant one. 20. If we have to make a significant change to or cancel a confirmed journey, we will in addition to the options set out in clause 19 pay you reasonable compensation if and as appropriate subject to the following exceptions. Compensation will not be payable and no liability beyond offering the options set out in clause 19 can be accepted where (1) we are forced to make a change or cancel as a result of unusual and unforeseeable circumstances beyond our control, the consequences of which we could not have avoided even with all due care or (2) we have to cancel because the minimum number of bookings necessary for us to operate your journey has not been reached - see clause 3. No compensation will be payable and the options set out in clause 19 will not be available if we have to cancel as a result of your failure to comply with any requirement of these terms and conditions entitling us to cancel (such as paying on time). A change of flight / Eurostar time of less than 24 hours, airline (except as specified in clauses 48-51 “Flights”), type of aircraft (if advised) or destination airport will all be treated as insignificant changes. 21. We may be forced by Force Majeure to change or terminate your journey after departure but before the scheduled end of your time away. Amendment or cancellation by you 22. If any member of your party is prevented from travelling, the person(s) concerned may transfer their place to someone else (introduced by you) providing we are notified not less than 7 days before departure. Where a transfer to a person of your choice can be made, all costs and charges incurred by us and/or incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers as a result together with an amendment fee of £50 per person must be paid before the transfer can be effected. Any overdue balance payment must also be received. For flight inclusive bookings, you must pay the charges levied by the airline concerned. As most airlines do not permit name changes after tickets have been issued for any reason, these charges are likely to be the full cost of the flight. If you wish to make any amendments to your confirmed booking you must notify us in writing as soon as possible. It may not always be possible to make such amendments. Where we can, an amendment fee of £50 per person per booking will be payable together with any costs incurred by ourselves and any costs or charges incurred or imposed by any of our suppliers. A change of journey dates will normally be treated as a cancellation of the original booking and rebooking in which case cancellation charges will apply. Changes may result in the recalculation of the journey price where, for example, the basis on which the price of the original journey was calculated has changed. 23. You may cancel your booking by notice to us in writing and payment of the applicable cancellation fee as shown below. Cancellation notifications are not effective until received by us in writing (if received by us on a weekend day or public holiday the notification will be treated as having been received by us on the next working day). The following cancellation fees apply to each individual person who cancels and where shown as a percentage are based on the total cost of the arrangements which are being cancelled excluding any insurance premiums, amendment fee or previously incurred cancellation charges which are all non-refundable in the event of your cancellation: Cancellation Fees Period before your journey commences within which written notification of cancellation is received by us Cancellation period Fee per person 120 days and over Loss of Deposit 119 days to 91 days 50% of journey price 90 days or less 100% of journey price NB: Transferring to another date, where possible, may be treated as a cancellation and the above cancellation fees apply. Our liability 24. We will ensure that the journey arrangements we have agreed to make, perform or provide as applicable as part of our contract with you are made, performed or provided with reasonable skill and care. This means that, subject to these terms and conditions, we will accept responsibility if, for example, you suffer death or personal injury or your contracted journey arrangements are not
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appointed agents), inability to obtain the necessary consent and delays caused by sub-contractors, suppliers or other third parties (including telecommunications carriers), material shortages, any border closures by any country or the UK Government, or other disruptions to the journey beyond our control, set out in clause 24 (which includes the behaviour of any other passenger (s) on the flight who, for example fails to check in or board on time). Risk and travel insurance 35. You acknowledge and accept that there are inherent risks associated with our journeys for example events of Force Majeure, hazards of travelling in undeveloped areas, travel by boat, train, automobile, aircraft or other means of transportation particularly in underdeveloped countries or more remote locations, forces of nature, political unrest and accident, illness, epidemics or pandemics in regions without means of rapid evacuation or medical facilities. Baggage is entirely at your risk during the journey. We cannot accept any liability regarding the provision of medical care or the adequacy of any care that may be rendered. 36. Except as expressly set out in these terms and conditions you agree that we cannot accept any liability for, and you discharge and release us from all claims arising from or connected with any loss or harm suffered by you arising from any risk referred to in clause 35 or any other risk which you should have reasonably recognised as being inherent to your journey. 37. We strongly advise you to take out adequate and appropriate travel insurance to cover as a minimum cancellation by you, loss of luggage, early return following death of a relative as defined in the respective proposal forms or emergency repatriation in the event of accident or illness for example. Please read your policy details carefully and take them with you on your journey. It is your responsibility to ensure that the insurance cover you purchase is suitable and adequate for your particular needs. Itinerary changes and travel advice 38. During local/national holidays, facilities such as museums and restaurants, sightseeing tours and shopping may be limited or not available. 39. The Foreign and Commonwealth Office may have issued information about your journey destination. You are advised to check this information at www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. Smoking 40. Smoking is not permitted inside coaches or indoors on any ship and other places as are prohibited. Smoking is not permitted on the balconies of our ships. We will use reasonable endeavours to ensure there are frequent stops on any coach trip and there are permitted areas outside decks on-board some cruise vessels which are available for smoking. Baggage allowance 41. You are entitled to carry one suitcase per person with the total sum of its length, width and height not exceeding 160cm (62 inches) and weight 20kg (44lbs). Personal and valuable items such as make-up, cameras, medication, passport, money/ credit cards etc. should be carried in a travel bag or on your person. You must ensure that luggage meets the weight requirements as overweight or oversize items will not be carried. Some carriers may impose a small surcharge per day for a second suitcase per person. Excess baggage is always at your cost. Young travellers 42. Travellers who are less than 21 years old on the departure date must be accompanied by and share a cabin/room with an adult aged 21 or over. Children under 12 years of age are not accepted. This is a condition of carriers and cruise operators. Complaints, Alternative Dispute Resolution and Damage 43. If a problem occurs during your journey, you must advise our representative immediately so that steps can be taken to resolve the matter and you can continue to enjoy the remainder of your journey. Your must also advise the supplier concerned. Any verbal notification must be put in writing and given to our representative/agent and the supplier as soon as possible. If we do not have or you cannot contact our local representative or agent and any complaint is not resolved to your satisfaction by the supplier, you must contact us in the UK using the contact details we have provided to you during your holiday, giving us full details and a contact number. Until we know about a complaint or problem, we cannot begin to resolve it. Most problems can be dealt with quickly. If you remain dissatisfied, any complaint must be made with by telephone or in writing to use giving full details within 30 days of the end of the journey. If you fail to follow this procedure, your right to claim compensation you may otherwise have been entitled to may be affected or even lost as a result. Only the lead name should write to us. Disputes arising out of, or in connection with your booking which cannot be amicably settled may be referred to ABTA’s ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) Scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute and available from www.abta.com. 44. When you book with us, you accept responsibility for any damage or loss caused by you or any member of your part. Full payment for any such damage or loss (reasonably estimated if not precisely known) must be made direct to the accommodation owner or manager or other supplier or to use as soon as possible. If the actual cost of the loss or damage exceeds the amount paid where estimated, you must pay the difference once known. If the actual cost is less than the amount paid, the difference will be refunded. You will also be responsible for meeting any claims subsequently made against us and all costs incurred by us (including our own and the other party’s full legal costs) as a result of your actions. You should ensure you have appropriate travel insurance to protect you if this situation arises. 45. All prices in this brochure are quoted in English pounds (Sterling). All prices are believed to be correct to the best of our knowledge at the time of printing but errors may occur and prices are subject to change. You must therefore ensure you check all details of your chosen journey (including the price) with us or your travel agent at the time of booking. Earlybird prices are subject to availability. Included in your fare 46. Economy airfares from the UK (unless specified at the time of booking, e.g. selected special offers), coach travel, all cruise travel, services of a Cruise / Journey Director (if applicable), airport transfers, port charges, meals, accommodation, sightseeing and admissions and other services as expressly indicated in the itinerary, all gratuities and tipping on land journeys and cruises except as set out below. NOT included in your fare 47. Gratuities and tips to any staff on cruise ships not operated by us (unless otherwise expressly advised), meals not specified in the itinerary, drinks unless otherwise stated, spa and beauty treatments, hairdressers, medical services, laundry, passport fees, expenses of a personal nature, travel between train stations, scuba diving and any other items which are not expressly included in the cost of your journey. Experiences can only be booked whilst on board including but not limited to the Zodiac. Changes to flight schedules may require additional overnight accommodation at either commencement or completion of the journey which is at your own expense. For the avoidance of doubt hotel accommodation is not provided on an all-inclusive basis. Airfare conditions
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48. Your reservations consultant will book the most appropriate fare for your journey. Air travel is based on a specific class and is subject to availability at time of booking. Please check promotional booking conditions. Full details and conditions may be obtained from your travel consultant. Changes to original tickets will incur amendment or cancellation fees, are subject to availability and surcharges may apply. Please see clauses 21 and 22 above. Please note: all airfares are subject to routing restrictions. Airfares and applicable taxes are subject to increase without notice due to fare and tax changes, surcharges dependent on class available at time of booking and other factors outside our control. Flights 49. For flight inclusive holidays, the flight timings given are for general guidance only, are subject to change and may be in-direct. The timings will be shown on your confirmation invoice. You must accordingly check your tickets very carefully immediately on receipt to ensure you have the correct flight times. 50. In accordance with the UK’s Retained EU Legislation on EU Directive (EC) No 2111/2005, we are required to bring to your attention the existence of a list which contains details of air carriers that are subject to an operating ban within the UK. The Community list is available for inspection at https:// info.caa.co.uk/uk-regulations. We are also required to advise you of the carrier(s) (or, if the carrier(s) is not known, the likely carrier(s)) that will operate your flight(s) at the time of booking. Where we are only able to inform you of the likely carrier(s) at the time of booking, we shall inform you of the identity of the actual carrier(s) as soon as we become aware of this. Any change to the operating carrier(s) after your booking has been confirmed will be notified to you as soon as possible. Any change in the identity of the carrier, flight timings, and/or aircraft type (where advised) will not entitle you to cancel or change to other arrangements without paying our normal charges except where specified in these terms and conditions. If the carrier with whom you have a confirmed reservation becomes subject to an operating ban as above as a result of which we/ the carrier are unable to offer you a suitable alternative the provisions of clause 19 and 20 will apply. 51. If you suffer a delay in your outbound travel arrangements, we will do our best to ensure you make the start of your journey or, if this cannot be achieved, join it as soon as possible. Any costs we incur in making any alternative arrangements in this situation will be your responsibility. In the event of a flight delay, the airline concerned may provide refreshments and/or other assistance depending on factors such as the length of the delay, time of day and number of passengers affected. We cannot accept liability for any delay which is due to any of the reasons set out in clause 25 (which includes the behaviour of any passenger(s) on the flight who, for example, fails to check in or board on time). 52. If your flight is cancelled or delayed, your flight ticket is downgraded or boarding is denied by your airline, depending on the circumstances, the airline may be required to pay you compensation, refund the cost of your flight and/or provide you with accommodation and/or refreshments under EC Regulation No 261/2004 - the Denied Boarding Regulations 2004. Where applicable, you must pursue the airline for the compensation or other payment due to you. All sums you receive or are entitled to receive from the airline concerned by virtue of these Regulations represent the full amount of your entitlement to compensation or any other payment arising from such cancellation, delay, downgrading or denied boarding. This includes any disappointment, distress, inconvenience or effect on any other arrangements. The fact a delay may entitle you to cancel your flight does not automatically entitle you to cancel any other arrangements even where those arrangements have been made in conjunction with your flight. We have no liability to make any payment to you in relation to the Denied Boarding Regulations or in respect of any flight cancellation or delay, downgrading of any flight ticket or denial of any boarding as the full amount of your entitlement to any compensation or other payment (as dealt with above) is covered by the airline’s obligations under the Denied Boarding Regulations. If for any reason, we make any payment to you or a third party which the airline is responsible for in accordance with the Denied Boarding Regulations, you must, when requested, assign to us the rights you have or had to claim the payment in question from the airline. If the airline does not comply with these rules, you may complain to the CAA on 020 7453 6888 or by e-mail to passengercomplaints@caa.co.uk or see www.caa.co.uk - Referring Your Complaint to the CAA. Transfers 53. (a) Airport transfers are only available on the first and last day of your journey and at times we designate. (b) Transfers outside these times will be at your expense and must be secured by your own arrangements. (c) Passengers who have purchased our pre and post journey hotel accommodation will be provided airport transfers to/from their hotel in the journey start or end city only, on the day of the pre or post accommodation booking. (d) No refund will be given for unused transfers. (e) Transfers cannot be routed to other pick-up points or destinations. (f) If you miss the pre-booked transfer you will be responsible for making your own way to the departure point, at your own expense. (g) Airport transfers may be group transfers scheduled to coincide with multiple flight arrival times. Hotel accommodation 54. IMPORTANT: Unless otherwise expressly stated in the description of the journey in question or expressly advised by us to you, overnight accommodation required to meet the journey and/or flight connections is not included in the journey price and is at your own expense. For any accommodation included in the journey itinerary, we reserve the right to substitute hotel accommodation of a similar standard in the place of the advertised hotel. Although we have taken reasonable steps to secure the most suitable hotel accommodation in the area of the journey, we are not liable to you for the quality, size or fitness of the hotel rooms. Passports and visas 55. British passport holders are recommended to have a valid passport with at least 6 months validity from return date (for travel in Europe there has been a change to the passport expiry date since the UK left the EU, please check your passport is still valid at https://gov.uk/check-a-passporttravel-europe). It is your responsibility to ensure any visas required for countries to be visited on the journey have been obtained prior to the journey departure date. Failure to obtain correct documentation will mean you may be unable to participate in particular shore excursions and may be denied boarding and/or entry into certain countries. Passport and visa entry requirements and costs are your sole responsibility. We cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to carry correct documentation. If failure to have any necessary travel or other documents results in fines, surcharges or other financial penalty being imposed on us, you will be responsible for reimbursing us accordingly. We recommend that you check www.gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for the latest entry requirements for the countries that you are due to visit. 56. A full British passport takes approximately 6 weeks to obtain. If you are 16 or over and have not yet got a passport, you should apply at least six weeks before your departure from the UK. The UK Passport Service has to confirm an applicant’s identity before issuing their first passport and will ask them to attend an interview in order to do this. If you are not a British citizen or hold a non-British passport, you must check passport and visa requirements with the Embassy or Consulate of the country(ies) you are travelling through and to which you are intending to travel. Please note, all requirements may change and all clients must check the up to date position in good time before
cruise/ journey and/or sailing date and may, but are not obligated to substitute another vessel. Except as otherwise expressly set out in these conditions we shall not be liable for any loss whatsoever to journey/cruise participants by reason of any such cancellation, advancement or postponement. The cruise companies and we reserve the right to change the itinerary whenever conditions, in the opinion of the Master of the Ship or local waterways regulations, render it advisable or necessary. The cruise companies and we will not be responsible for any loss or expense caused by reasons of such changes except as otherwise expressly set out in these conditions. Yacht cruising on-board language 72. On-board language is English. All staff, crew and tour guides speak English, all announcements and lectures will be made in English. Mini-bars and safes 73. Our yacht has a complimentary mini-bar in the Owner’s Suite, Yacht Suite and Terrace Suite. All cabins have a safe. Single accommodation 74. Prices quoted in the brochure are on a twin share basis. If your booking is not a twin share booking we will notify you of the applicable single supplement rate, and you must pay the single supplement rate for the journey. Sightseeing tours 75. (a) Sightseeing: Sightseeing in many historic towns and cities can only be undertaken by walking as motorcoach access is not possible. Consequently, a reasonable level of fitness is required as the sightseeing tour may involve steps and extensive walking over uneven surfaces. (b) Mountain Excursions: Some shore excursions include mountain excursions involving high altitudes. Please consult with your doctor to ensure that you have an adequate level of fitness and are in good health before participating in these excursions. (c) Experiences: a reasonable level of mobility is required to partake in most experiences. Experiences including but not limited to the Zodiac, are subject to regulatory approval and prevailing weather conditions. Experiences can be booked whilst on cruise with your Cruise Director and are subject to availability, seasonal and operational factors. Some activities require a minimum and maximum number of participants to operate. Optional tours 76. Additional activities undertaken by you such as sightseeing tours purchased by you in addition or instead of those activities outlined in this brochure are not included in your journey price and incur an additional cost. Some activities require a minimum and maximum number of participants to operate. Pictures, images and information 77. Maps or cruise/journey depictions contained in the brochure or any other publications are intended as an indication only and should not be relied upon as the actual route taken during the journey. 78. All images in brochures represent typical scenes and descriptive detail for each journey. However, it is possible that the particular subject matter may not be seen or experienced on the journey. Some pictures may have been digitally enhanced. 79. All offers and pricing are subject to availability at time of booking. 80. These terms and conditions may be subject to further changes by us from time to time and are shown on our website. 81. Unless otherwise stated we make no representations about the facilities, quality or dimensions of any accommodation or cruise vessel. All images are for illustrative purposes only and may differ from the actual product or experience available to you, some pictures may also have been digitally enhanced for reproduction purposes. 82. Sports and water equipment listed in the brochure may not be available in all ports and are subject to availability. Data Protection 83. For the purposes of the Data Protection Act 2018 we are a data controller. Our privacy policy is available to view on our website www.emeraldwaterways.co.uk and sets out how we collect and use the personal information you provide us with. We will only process personal data as set out in our privacy policy (as amended or added to) or otherwise notified to or agreed by you or as we are otherwise permitted to do in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. Future Travel Voucher 84. If we issue you with a Future Travel Voucher: (i) You may apply it towards any future booking with a journey departure date within 24 months after the date on which we cancel your booking; subject to availability and any Future Travel Voucher capacity limits applicable to your selected journey or cruise; if there are remaining funds on the original booking these will be retained by us for you to use on a future cruise or land journey, these funds are non-refundable. (ii) If your original booking was for an ocean or river cruise, the Future Travel Voucher can only be applied to available ocean and river cruise within the Scenic Group (Scenic Luxury Cruises & Journeys and Emerald Cruises). (iii) If your original booking was for a land journey, the Future Travel Voucher can be applied to available land journeys or ocean and river cruises within the Scenic Group (Scenic Luxury Cruises & Journeys and Emerald Cruises). (iv) You may, with our prior written consent, which we will not unreasonably refuse, transfer it to another person to apply towards any future booking for a journey with a journey departure date within 24 months after the date on which we cancel your booking. (v) Its use for any future booking is subject to availability. (vi) If you do not use the Future Travel Voucher prior to the expiry date you will be entitled to a refund. (vii) You (or the person to whom is transferred) must pay any shortfall between the value of the Future Travel Voucher and the journey price for the new booking.
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departure with the Embassy or consulate of the country(ies) you are travelling through and to. 57. It is your responsibility to ensure you are aware of all recommended vaccinations and health precautions in good time before departure. Details are available from your GP surgery and the National Travel Health Network and Centre www.nathnac.org. Information on health abroad is also available on www.nhs.uk/Livewell/Travelhealth. At the time of publication of this brochure, we are not aware of any compulsory health requirements applicable to British citizens taking any of the holidays featured in this brochure. For holidays in the EU/EEA you should either be in possession of a valid EHIC (European Health Insurance Card) or apply for the UK Global Health Insurance Card (GHIC) prior to departure from https://www.nhs.uk/using-the-nhs/healthcare-abroad/apply-for-afree-uk-global-health-insurance-card-ghic/. An EHIC or GHIC is not a substitute for travel insurance. Vaccination and other health requirements/recommendations are subject to change at any time for any destination. Please therefore check with a doctor or clinic not less than six weeks prior to departure to ensure that you have met the necessary requirements and have the applicable information. It is the party leader’s responsibility to ensure that all members of the party are in possession of all necessary travel and health documents before departure. All costs incurred in obtaining such documentation must be paid by you. We regret we cannot accept any liability if you are refused entry onto any transport or into any country due to failure on your part to carry all required documentation. If failure to have any necessary travel or other documents results in fines, surcharges or other financial penalty being imposed on us, you will be responsible for reimbursing us accordingly. Financial security 58. We hold an Air Travel Organiser’s Licence issued by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL number 9294). When you buy an ATOL protected flight, or flight inclusive holiday* from us, you will receive an ATOL Certificate. This lists what is financially protected, where you can get information on what this means for you and who to contact if things go wrong. We, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL Certificate, will provide you with the services listed on the ATOL Certificate (or a suitable alternative). In some cases, where neither we nor the supplier are able to do so for reasons of insolvency, an alternative ATOL holder may provide you with services you have bought or a suitable alternative (at no extra cost to you). You agree to accept that in those circumstances the alternative ATOL holder will perform those obligations and you agree to pay any money outstanding to be paid by you under your contract to that alternative ATOL holder. However, you also agree that in some cases it will not be possible to appoint an alternative ATOL holder, in which case you will be entitled to make a claim under the ATOL scheme (or your credit card issuer where applicable). If we, or the suppliers identified on your ATOL certificate, are unable to provide the services listed (or a suitable alternative, through an alternative ATOL holder or otherwise) for reasons of insolvency, the Trustees of the Air Travel Trust may make a payment to (or confer a benefit on) you under the ATOL scheme. You agree that in return for such a payment or benefit, you assign absolutely to those Trustees any claims which you have or may have arising out of or relating to the non-provision of the services, including any claim against us, the travel agent or your credit card issuer where applicable. You also agree that any such claims may be re-assigned to another body, if that other body has paid sums you have claimed under the ATOL scheme. *The flights and flight- inclusive holidays we arrange are ATOL protected providing they are made available in the UK. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. 59. We are a member of ABTA, membership number Y6328. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you ABTA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) scheme for the resolution of disputes which is approved by the Chartered Trading Standards Institute. If we can’t resolve your complaint, you can go to www.abta.com to use ABTA’s simple procedure. Further information on the Code and ABTA’s assistance in resolving disputes can be found on www.abta.com. Currency and credit cards 60. Most countries visited use the Euro, although some still have their own currency. For small purchases ashore or in small towns, local currency is advantageous. Many locations accept credit cards. Prior to departure you should confirm that your card and PIN will work in your destination countries. All purchases on-board are charged to your shipboard account. The on-board currency is the Euro. Shipboard accounts may be paid in Euros or by credit card. Clothing 61. We recommend casual/comfortable clothing. Please bring comfortable walking shoes for sightseeing. Dinner attire is smart casual - open-neck shirts, trousers and dresses. Coats and ties may be worn but are not required. The Captain’s Welcome and Farewell Dinners are dressy but not formal. For the winter months, we recommend a warm coat, gloves, water-resistant footwear and an umbrella. Laundry facilities are available on-board for a fee. Cruise cabins 62. Journey price is based on the cruise cabin category as indicated on each journey page. Upgrades to other cabin types are available at additional cost. Please note that generic cabin requests are a request only and cannot be guaranteed. Deck Plan and Cabin Plans 63. The deck plans and cabin layouts are an indication only and may vary. Cabins in journey brochures are not drawn to scale. Noise, vibration and odour 64. While we take reasonable steps to minimise noise, vibrations and odours on the cruise ships, you acknowledge and accept that they may be experienced on our vessels. Docking position 65. During port stops, docking locations are controlled by the port authorities, ships may dock sideby-side and obstructing views. Cruise Director 66. An experienced English-speaking Cruise Director accompanies every cruise. On board Dining 67. Dining rooms are single, open-seating and unreserved. The restaurant manager is responsible for the seating arrangements. Electricity 68. On-board electricity is 220v - you will need a plug adaptor to use your electrical items. 69. All our cruise ships have hairdryers available. Wi-Fi 70. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available on-board, the yacht is a moving vessel. Connection speed and can be slow at times depending on where the ship is positioned. There may be occasions when no signal is available. We do not guarantee the availability and quality of internet connections and no refund will be paid for any problem which may be experienced. Cruising itinerary changes 71. The cruise companies and we reserve the right to cancel, advance or postpone any scheduled
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†Fares terms and conditions: All fares are per person, subject to availability and based on twin share with economy flights included. Super Earlybird and Earlybird Fares available for all new bookings in cabin categories SA, S, A & B and are limited in number, once sold out the Full Fare will apply. The up to 30% Super Earlybrid saving is created by combining the Earlybird Fare (of up to 20% saving on the Full Fare) plus an extra up to 10% Super Earlybird saving when paying in full 12 months before departure. If full payment is not received 12 months prior, the Earlybird Fare will automatically apply. Savings are applicable on the cruise element only, excludes air fares, port charges, hotel stays and other additional items. In the event of suitable flights not connecting with cruise embarkation/ disembarkation timings, overnight accommodation may be required at an additional cost. Itineraries and inclusions are subject to change. We reserve the right to withdraw our offers at any time. For full booking conditions see pages 64-67.