BOUTIQUE ALL-INCLUSIVE
2022 CRUISES Spirit of Adventure and Spirit of Discovery • • • • •
Included travel from your home to the port All-balcony cabins Included excursions, gratuities, and more Travel insurance included with up to £5m coronavirus cover If you book early and the price is then lowered, we’ll give you the value of the difference • Plus, love your first cruise or your money back!
January to December 2022
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35% off the full fares
DISCOVER BRITISH, BOUTIQUE CRUISING Our brand-new sister ships are now sailing and welcoming guests on board, and we are back to what we do best, creating exceptional experiences for our guests. So what can you expect when joining us for a boutique cruise? It’s discovering new destinations while cruising on a smaller ship that offers an array of luxurious facilities, including your very own balcony cabin. It’s enjoying exceptional, personal service. It’s so much included in the price, such as return travel from your home to the departure port, all-inclusive drinks, speciality dining, sightseeing excursions, gratuities, Wi-Fi, and so much more. Please take a look at our full range of cruises for 2022, and I hope we will be welcoming you aboard next year. We are looking forward to helping you plan a cruise with us.
Nigel Blanks Chief Executive Officer, Saga Cruises P.S. We are so confident you will love your first Saga cruise, that we will happily refund your money if you don’t! Visit saga.co.uk/loveit for more information.
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OUR HERITAGE Celebrating our 70th anniversary this year, Saga was born in 1951 as an off-peak holiday company for retired holidaymakers. We went from strength to strength under the leadership of our founder Sidney De Haan, and later his son Sir Roger De Haan CBE. In 1997, we expanded with the launch of Saga Cruises, our very own cruise line. Ever since, we have sailed our smaller ships to a variety of destinations around the world. The newest members of the Saga fleet are two state-of-the-art sister ships, Spirit of Adventure and Spirit of Discovery. Together, they have launched a new era of boutique smaller-ship cruising, exclusively designed for our guests and for the British market.
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Boutique cruising is not just about ships. lt’s also about our personal approach to service. We set the bar high, and aim to surpass your expectations from the moment you step on board. Nigel Blanks
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WHAT MAKES A CRUISE BOUTIQUE? Join our brand-new smaller ships and you’ll instantly step aboard a world of boutique cruising. But what it is that makes it that way? These are the hallmarks of every Saga cruise. The things you can look forward to when sailing on Spirit of Adventure and Spirit of Discovery.
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BRAND-NEW, SMALLER SHIPS Launched in 2019 and 2021, ours are among the smallest new ships available to the British market. They hold no more than 999 guests, but are generously-sized and spacious, both inside and out. Best of all, you’ll enjoy your very own balcony cabin, just one of their standout features.
PERSONAL SERVICE We have a personal approach to service. Our friendly crew will really get to know you and your preferences, like your favourite drink from the bar. With one crew member for every two guests, there’s enough of us to be there when you need us, and to tailor our levels of service to be exactly how you like it.
THE FREEDOM OF CHOICE With us, it’s all about you. Throughout your cruise, every day will be filled with choices, so you can enjoy your cruise, your way. From choosing where to dine or where to enjoy your evening entertainment, to a range of unforgettable excursions and activities. Every decision is yours to make.
EVERYTHING TAKEN CARE OF We know the little things are important. So we take care of it all. With return travel included from your home, you’ll arrive at the ship relaxed and ready to cruise. While we also include porterage of your luggage, all gratuities, and even Wi-Fi, which is free throughout your time with us.
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OUR ALL-BALCONY SISTER SHIPS Beautiful. Luxurious. Spacious. Our boutique ships were designed to deliver a cruise experience not available anywhere else. Smaller than other new builds, they are beautiful all-balcony sister ships. Yet despite their smaller size, they are grand and spacious. You won’t feel crowded or hemmed in, with no more than 999 other guests aboard, and plenty of spaces filled with natural light. Although they are sister ships, they are not twins. Each has their own décor, character, and a different selection of restaurants. In fact, their interiors are every bit as beautiful as the outside, with bespoke artwork from British artists, and hundreds of intricate design details. Spirit of Discovery and Spirit of Adventure were also the first ships to have been verified for all health and hygiene measures by Lloyd’s Register. Known as Shield+ this is independent verification that they are strictly operating remove to the latest safely guidelines.
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Our ships offer plenty of fun activities for guests to enjoy. Whether it’s live bands and dancing until the small hours, or finding a book and a quiet corner as we cruise to the next destination. Jo Boase, Cruise Director
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SPIRIT OF DISCOVERY CONTEMPORARY BOUTIQUE LUXURY Inspired by the world’s finest boutique hotels, Spirit of Discovery took to the oceans in the summer of 2019. This elegant ship offers vast amounts of space inside and out, and a wide selection of restaurants serving up British and International cuisine, along with seafood and Asian-fusion eateries.
SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE OUR BRAND-NEW SHIP LAUNCHED 2021 Our second wave of boutique luxury has arrived. Spirit of Adventure beautifully complements her sister, but with an identity that makes her stand out with a modern edge. Lighter, pastel tones feature in every public area and cabin, and the ship is spacious from bow to stern. While her new speciality restaurants bring Italian and Nepalese cuisine to the table, for a new range of exciting culinary experiences.
BOTH SHIPS FEATURE: • 999 guest capacity • 554 all balcony cabins, including 109 single balcony cabins • 10 passenger decks, and 6 lifts • 5 restaurants • Outside Lido and pool, Britannia Lounge, North or South Cape Bar, Library, Spa, Salon, Gym, Shops, Medical Centre.
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SPACE TO MEET SPACE TO PLAY SPACE TO RELAX Everyone’s idea of a perfect cruise is different. Some want to relax by the pool with a cocktail. While others want to head ashore to explore every destination in depth. Maybe you want a little bit of both? With us, it’s all there to try, so you are free to decide what to do and when you want to do it.
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As a Saga chef, l am given the freedom to create dishes. While cruising l learn new flavours, different ingredients, and new dishes, which l can then put on the menu for our guests to experience. Sebastian Gnida, Executive Chef
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SPECIALITY DINING Fine dining is one of the real pleasures of our cruises. And unlike many other cruise lines, we include speciality dining at no extra cost. Choose from Khukuri House on Spirit of Adventure, the world’s first Nepalese restaurant at sea, or Amalfi, a high-end Italian eatery. While Spirit of Discovery offers Asian-fusion dining in East to West, and seafood specialities in Coast to Coast. This is in addition to the ships’ main dining rooms and other venues, serving world-class cuisine at breakfast, lunch and dinner.
EXPLORE ASHORE, YOUR WAY On every cruise, we include a selection of sightseeing excursions. You can pre-book which ones you would like to join, or choose from a wider selection of optional tours in every port. We also offer free travel advice and bespoke excursion planning with the Explore Ashore team. They are on hand to help you with local attractions, opening times, and everything else you need to get the most out of your time off the ship.
RELAXING DAYS AT SEA A lazy day around the pool? An indulgent spa treatment? Why not! Our spacious ships also have plenty of lounges and quiet areas both inside and out, so it’s easy to find your own space to relax. Or if you prefer to get active, you can hit the gym, sports deck, or golf simulator. After all that, you’ll have earned a little indulgence at afternoon tea, complete with delicious scones and finger sandwiches. We also include that each afternoon, with our compliments.
MAGICAL EVENINGS Both our ships feature their very own theatre, The Playhouse, with daily performances of West End-style shows, classical music and cinema screenings. But there is so much more going on around the ships, including live music and dancing in the Britannia Lounge, and occasional night-time shows in the supper clubs. Don’t forget, as every cruise is all inclusive, you can always treat yourself to a glass of wine, beer or cocktail too, whenever you like.
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SERVICE TO SURPASS YOUR EXPECTATIONS We believe in a personal approach to service, and our high standards begin from the moment you book. Then, if you choose our complimentary chauffeur service, you’ll be our VIP from the moment you leave home, and are effortlessly driven to the port. When you arrive, we will take your bags, where they will be placed in your cabin so you can relax and unpack at your leisure. The high standards are upheld throughout your time on board, as you dine in each restaurant, order drinks from the bar, and use the ship’s other facilities. With one member of staff to every two guests, there are enough of us to ensure you always receive genuine, attentive service. Those who have cruised with us before, will also remember lots of familar faces, from the waiters and cabin staff, to the Captain. Our waiters will also get to know you by name and your favourite tipple from the bar. And always with gratuities included, so everyone can relax. Whether you cruise on Spirit of Adventure or Spirit of Discovery, expect the service to surpass your expectations. Every day you’re on board.
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Captain Kim Tanner
Executive Chef John McCerey
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REASSURING VALUE, WITH NO HIDDEN EXTRAS EVERY SAGA BOUTIQUE CRUISE INCLUDES… A RETURN UK TRAVEL SERVICE INCLUDING OUR COMPLIMENTARY CHAUFFEUR SERVICE + Choose from a return shared chauffeur service if you live within 250 miles of Dover or Southampton, or a private chauffeur service if you live under 75 miles away. Alternatively, choose from complimentary car parking near the port, flights from your local airport, rail or coach travel
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EVERYTHING YOU NEED ON BOARD + A choice of dining in five restaurants on each ship, including speciality dining + All-inclusive drinks including a choice of wines, housebrand spirits, cocktails, draught beer and lager, non-alcoholic cocktails, mixers and soft drinks + Afternoon tea, snacks, tea, coffee and fruit juices + Sightseeing excursions in selected ports of call + Porterage of luggage to your cabin + Wi-Fi around the ship + All on-board gratuities and service charges + 24-hour room service + Welcome sailaway party and gala Captain’s dinner + Lectures from guest speakers, theatre productions and recitals + Classes, activities and outside deck games + Fitness classes and use of the gymnasium, swimming pool and hot tubs + Spa access to hydrotherapy pool, infrared sauna and steam room + Shuttle bus into the nearest town centre at ports of call, when the ship is berthed at least 500 yards away + Group tourist visas, if required + All port taxes, fees and charges
PLUS, FOR ADDED REASSURANCE + Our fares include travel insurance and additional cancellation rights – or a reduction if you have your own§ + Flexible coronavirus predeparture cancellation cover, along with emergency coronavirus medical cover up to £5million, when taking our optional insurance + We require all guests to be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 at least 14 days before cruising with us + After booking, your money is fully protected by ATOL/ABTA
OUR CRUISE PRICE PROMISE Should we ever lower the price of your cruise in the future, you will receive the value of the difference. Guaranteed.
LOVE YOUR FIRST CRUISE We are so confident you will love your first Saga cruise, that we will happily refund your money if you don’t! Visit saga.co.uk/loveit for more information.
Please note: §Travel insurance is underwritten by Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, and includes up to £5m coronavirus emergency medical cover. A price reduction is available if you choose not to take the included insurance and additional cancellation cover. Cover is subject to a few medical questions. Pre-departure cancellation cover is provided by Saga, and only available when taking the included optional travel insurance. Further terms and conditions apply, please call or visit our website for details. For the chauffeur service, mileage is calculated using the quickest route on google.co.uk. This service applies within mainland UK only. All included travel is subject to availability and travel operator restrictions.
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THE GLORIOUS CANARY ISLANDS • January 6, 2022 (SD062) and October 16, 2022 (SD082) aboard Spirit of Discovery • March 29, 2022 (SU045) and November 4, 2022 (SU059) aboard Spirit of Adventure
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Funchal
from Southampton via Cadiz, Spain
MADEIRA
Santa Cruz TENERIFE
Arrecife
LANZAROTE
Santa Cruz LA PALMA
Las Palmas
Puerto del Rosario FUERTEVENTURA
GRAN CANARIA
The flower laden balconies of Santa Cruz de La Palma
3,935 nautical miles
15 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,359 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Five included sightseeing excursions
This cruise reveals five Canary Islands, bookended with visits to 3,000-year-old Cadiz and the verdant island of Madeira. Day 1. Southampton (Dover on Oct 16, 2022 departure SD082). Depart 1800. Day 5. Cadiz, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. 3,000-year-old Cadiz is Western Europe’s oldest continually inhabited city since its founding by the ancient seafaring Phoenicians. Key landmarks include the Baroque and neoclassical cathedral with its yellow dome and the adjoining El Sagarario, the Roman amphitheatre, and Castillo de Santa Catalaina. You can see some of the city’s attractions, during an included sightseeing excursion. Day 7. Arrecife, Lanzarote. Arrive 0800. Depart 2000. Named in Spanish after the reef that edges its shoreline, this relatively sleepy port’s origins can be seen in the whitewashed fishermen’s cottages of El Charco de San Gines. From Arrecife, you can discover the vast lava fields and crater-studded landscapes of Timanfaya National Park.
Day 8. Las Palmas, Gran Canaria. Arrive 0800. Depart 2100. Often referred to as ‘a continent in miniature’, nearly half of Gran Canaria has been declared a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and the highlights will be revealed on an included sightseeing excursion. The subtropical capital of Las Palmas is set beside two broad bays and features cafelined squares and courtyards overflowing with exotic fruits, flowers and palms. Day 9. Puerto del Rosario, Fuerteventura. Arrive 0800. Depart 2000. Fuerteventura is ringed by beaches and blessed with a mild climate. In the capital, Puerto del Rosario, discover 19th-century sights, including Nuestra Señora del Rosario church. Day 10. Santa Cruz, Tenerife. Arrive 0800. Depart 2300. Tenerife is crowned by the World Heritage site, Mount Teide. Its capital Santa Cruz has a mix of old and new sights, from the central square of Plaza de Espana which was built in 1929 to the auditorium, an expressionist
structure that resembles a wave. Perhaps see the sights while relaxing on an included sightseeing excursion. Day 11. Santa Cruz, La Palma. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. La Palma is the greenest of the Canaries, and the historic centre of it’s capital Santa Cruz features shady palm tree lined streets, overlooked by flower-laden balconies. Take an included sightseeing excursion of the island, or explore the capital of Santa Cruz with its colonial architecture and maritime past. Day 12. Funchal, Madeira. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Madeira is a verdant island formed from a volcanic eruption and known for its namesake wine. The island is home to the world’s largest laurel forest. an included sightseeing excursion will reveal the scenic highlights of the island, also taking in Funchal’s bustling markets where many sellers dress in traditional costume. Day 16. Southampton (Dover on Oct 16, 2022 departure SD082). Arrive 0700.
All prices from DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin Jan 06, 2022. SD062 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Full fare £8,942 Sold Out Sold Out Current fare £3,535‡ £6,446 £7,153 £6,222‡ £7,894 Oct 16, 2022. SD082 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Full fare £4,641 £7,805 £9,915 £6,312 £7,008 £10,558 Sold Out Current fare £3,480 £5,463 £6,444 £5,049 £5,606 £7,918 Mar 29, 2022. SU045 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Full fare £4,209 £9,049 Sold Out Sold Out Current fare £3,788 £6,945 £7,691 £5,982‡ £6,991 Nov 04, 2022. SU059 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Full fare £4,199 £6,508 £9,448 £6,282 £6,975 £10,508 Sold Out Current fare £3,359 £4,881 £6,141 £5,025 £5,580 £7,881 Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. ‡Based on a Standard Balcony Guarantee – see pages 33-35 for details. ~Saga Magazine Subscribers: Savings are per person on cruise SD062, off the current fare at time of booking, are applicable to new bookings only, cannot be combined with any other offer, and are for a limited time only. Offer is only available to Saga Magazine Subscribers and one travelling companion.
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ISLANDS AND COASTLINES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN
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Spirit of Discovery • March 13, 2022 departing Southampton (SD065) and September 7, 2022 departing Dover (SD079) Salerno
Barcelona
ITALY
SPAIN
Cagliari
SARDINIA
Cadiz Malaga from and to Southampton
Palermo La Goulette (for Tunis)
SICILY
TUNISIA
5,011 nautical miles
The Gulf of Salerno
18 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £4,369 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Five included sightseeing excursions
Views over Gaudi’s Barcelona
Discover the rich cultural and natural heritage of the Mediterranean on this leisurely cruise from Spain to Italy and Tunisia, visiting the islands of Sardinia and Sicily. Day 1. Southampton (SD065) or Dover (SD079). Depart 1800. Day 5. Malaga, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Malaga is home to a wealth of historical sights, such as the imposing Moorish citadels of Alcazaba and Gilfarbaro Castle, the Roman amphitheatre and the Renaissance cathedral, as well as being the birthplace of Picasso. An included sightseeing excursion will show you the highlights. Day 7. Barcelona, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The cosmopolitan city of Barcelona has numerous attractions, from subterranean Roman ruins to the elegant architecture of the Gothic quarter and the imaginative designs of Gaudi. Landmark sights include La Sagrada Familia, the 13th-century cathedral and Mercado de la Boqueria, a colourful indoor market. An included sightseeing excursion offers the perfect introduction. Day 9. Salerno, Italy. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. This once Roman town is a gateway to the Amalfi Coast. Arechi Castle has watched over this busy working port since the 8th century and
St Matthew Cathedral, where the relics of St Matthew are housed, is among the highlights. Day 10. Palermo, Sicily. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Conquered time after time, Palermo is a great melting pot of cultural influences. Of special note is the 12th-century ensemble of civil buildings that fall under UNESCO’s purview. An included sightseeing excursion will give you a panoramic overview. Day 11. La Goulette (for Tunis), Tunisia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. From La Goulette, discover Tunis, the colourful capital. The UNESCO-listed medina containing some 700 monuments, including mosques, mausoleums and madrassas. In the Bardo Museum, antiquities from nearby Carthage are proudly showcased – it was once the Mediterranean’s greatest city until its destruction by the Romans during the third Punic War in 146BC.
seven hills. Explore further on an included sightseeing excursion. The cityscape is crowned by Il Castello, the medieval hilltop fortified old town, and you can also visit the 13th-century cathedral and the five-mile-long sands of Poetto. Day 15. Cadiz, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. 3,000-year-old Cadiz is Western Europe’s oldest continually inhabited city since its founding by the ancient seafaring Phoenicians. Key landmarks include the Baroque and neoclassical cathedral with its yellow dome and the adjoining El Sagarario, the Roman amphitheatre, and Castillo de Santa Catalaina. You can see some of the city’s attractions, during an included sightseeing excursion. Day 19. Southampton (SD065) or Dover (SD079). Arrive 0700.
Day 12. Cagliari, Sardinia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Grand churches, watchtowers and shuttered townhouses rise over Cagliari’s
All prices from DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin Mar 13, 2022. SD065 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £9,803 £11,923 £8,802 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £5,299 £7,842 £7,242 £8,942 £8,242 £7,927 £7,527 £8,361 £7,911 Current fare £4,769 £4,369 Sep 07, 2022. SD079 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £8,244 £12,500 £8,835 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £7,447 Current fare £5,212 £7,419 £8,750 £7,957 £8,393 Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change and include a special offer saving of up to £700 per person on cruise SD065 – see pages 33-35 for details. *Special Offer: Exact amount depends on your chosen grade of cabin. Savings are per person, off the current fare at time of booking, are applicable to new bookings only, cannot be combined with any other offer and are for a limited time only.
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FLAVOURS OF THE WESTERN MEDITERRANEAN
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Spirit of Discovery • March 31, 2022 (SD066) and October 31, 2022 (SD083) Sete
FRANCE
Roses Barcelona SPAIN from and to Southampton
Valencia
Lisbon
PORTUGAL
Cartagena Gibraltar
4,034 nautical miles
Antoni Gaudi’s architecture in Barcelona
15 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,535 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Five included sightseeing excursions Look out for whales and dolphins with conservation charity ORCA (SD066).
The Roman amphitheatre in Cartagena
Cruise along the coasts of Portugal, Spain and France on this spring sojourn. Day 1. Southampton. Depart 1800. Day 4. Lisbon, Portugal. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The sprawling city of Lisbon is spread across seven hills. It boasts two UNESCO-listed sites: Jeronimos Monastery, where Vasco da Gama is entombed and Bélem Tower, built in his honour. An included sightseeing excursion will help you find your way around. Day 6. Cartagena, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Cartagena is a city of surprises, not least the Roman theatre that was only unearthed in 1988. Other attractions include Punic ruins, the 13th century cathedral and modernist town hall. Day 7. Valencia, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The ancient port of Valencia was founded by the Romans and features a wealth of magnificent architecture in its old town. Highlights include the 13th-century cathedral with its iconic El Miguelete bell tower and the Gothic La Lonja Silk Stock Exchange. You’ll be given an introduction to the city on an included sightseeing excursion.
Day 8. Barcelona, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The city of Barcelona has numerous attractions, from subterranean Roman ruins to the elegant architecture of the Gothic quarter and the imaginative designs of Gaudi. Barcelona’s heart is Placa de Catalunya, an immense square dotted with fountains and statues, which bridges the old city and the 19th-century Eixample district. Lively La Rambla, the city’s main pedestrianised artery, flows from this square to Port Vell. Landmark sights include the Sagrada Familia, the 13th-century cathedral and Mercado de la Boqueria, a colourful indoor market. An included sightseeing excursion offers the perfect introduction to this unique city. Day 9. Sète, France. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Packed full of authentic French charm, this down-to-earth port offers visitors a glimpse of traditional maritime life. An included sightseeing excursion will point out the highlights. The quaint old fisherman’s quarter houses cosy cafes and galleries.
Day 10. Roses !, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The Catalan town of Roses is perched at the head of the Gulf of Roses. It is well placed for exploring the costa’s glorious beaches and the nearby artistic havens of Figueres and Cadaques, both linked to the master of Surrealism Salvador Dali. Day 12. Gibraltar. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Watching over the entrance to the Mediterranean, stands the unmistakable limestone Rock of Gibraltar. Gibraltar is home to red pillar boxes, familiar highstreet chains and Palladian architecture. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal Gibraltar’s quirky British charm. Day 16. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
All prices from DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin Mar 31, 2022. SD066 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £6,581 £8,138 £10,338 £7,307 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £4,399 £6,103 £5,703 £6,719 £6,219 £6,251 £6,001 £6,941 £6,641 Current fare £3,959 £3,709 Oct 31, 2022. SD083 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £7,291 £9,501 £6,611 £7,340 £11,058 Sold Out Full fare £4,419 Current fare £3,535 £5,468 £6,650 £5,288 £5,782 £8,293 Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change and include a special offer saving of up to £500 per person on cruise SD066 – see pages 33-35 for details. *Special Offer: Exact amount depends on your chosen grade of cabin. Savings are per person, off the current fare at time of booking, are applicable to new bookings only, cannot be combined with any other offer and are for a limited time only. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF ST JAMES
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Spirit of Adventure • April 13, 2022 St Peter Port
from and to Southampton
GUERNSEY
Brest Lorient FRANCE
Bordeaux La Coruna
Gijon SPAIN
Bilbao Santander
1,796 nautical miles
The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao
11 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,129 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Four included sightseeing excursions
Porte Cailhau, Bordeaux
Celebrate Easter in ‘Green Spain’ – with the opportunity to visit the final resting place of St James – before exploring the coasts of France and Spain, and the Channel Island of Guernsey. Apr 13. Southampton. Depart 1800. Apr 15. La Coruña, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Experience the culmination of Spain’s Holy Week when you arrive in La Coruña on Good Friday, where, from the early hours, processions take place throughout the streets. An included sightseeing excursion shows many of the city’s landmarks. Apr 16. Gijon, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Gijon is a city of old and new where historic buildings are complemented by modern sculptures. This port can trace its roots back to the Romans although it flourished as a result of the 19th-century steel trade. The atmospheric streets of the historic fisherman’s quarter, Cimadevilla, feature plazas, churches and museums which lead up Santa Catalina hill. Apr 17. Santander, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 2000. A jewel on Spain’s verdant ‘Green Coast’, Santander has long been a popular seaside resort thanks to its white-sand beaches. The city features an interesting mix of old and new attractions, including the Palacio de la Magdalena and the 13th-century Cathedral de la Asuncion.
Apr 18. Bilbao, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Founded in 1300, Bilbao developed into a shipbuilding centre during the 19th century. Contrast the Renaissance, Baroque and modernist architecture of the historic centre with newer additions to the cityscape. The best known of these is the riverside Guggenheim Museum, which you will see on an included sightseeing excursion. Other highlights include the funicular which offers panoramic views and Doña Casilda Iturrizar Park, the city’s largest green space. Apr 19-20. Bordeaux, France. Arrive 1100 on April 19. Depart 1000 on April 20. Hailed as the ‘very essence of elegance’ by HRH Queen Elizabeth II, Bordeaux offers a mix of historic art and architecture. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal the highlights, key among these is the Place de la Bourse. Apr 21. Lorient, France. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. This 17th-century town was established when the French East India Company set up operations at Port Louis in 1664. Artefacts collected during this era of French colonialism are now displayed at
the museum housed in the port’s citadel. Another exhibition, this one dedicated to sailing, has been installed in the old German submarine base, the target of Allied forces who destroyed much of Lorient during World War Two. Apr 22. Brest, France. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The naval port of Brest is dominated by the impressive Château de Brest. The medieval tower of Tour Tanguy stands opposite while modern sights include the Pont de I’lroise cable bridge and the sprawling Oceanopolis aquarium. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal the key sights.
Apr 23. St Peter Port !, Guernsey. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set on low hills, St Peter Port has a quaint collection of shops and boutiques. Highlights include the town church, which was completed in 1466, and hilltop Candie Gardens which offer excellent coastal views. Listen out for the Noon Day Gun fired daily from Castle Cornet, set on an island in the harbour. Apr 24. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £7,353 Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £5,789 Current fare £3,129 £5,499 £6,617 Cruise code: SU046. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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EASTER IN THE LOW COUNTRIES
Save up to 30% off the full fare^
Spirit of Discovery • April 15, 2022
IJmuiden (for Amsterdam) NETHERLANDS
Dover
Antwerp
Southampton
BELGIUM
731 nautical miles
Brabo Fountain, Antwerp
Admire Amsterdam's canals
5 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £1,319 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
One included sightseeing excursion
Keukenhof Gardens, Netherlands
Spend the Easter weekend on the continent exploring two cultural cities in the Netherlands and Belgium. Apr 15. Southampton. Depart 1800. Apr 17. IJmuiden (for Amsterdam), Netherlands. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Spend Easter Sunday in Amsterdam on an included sightseeing excursion. The city is home to many world-class museums and galleries, including the 19th-century Rijksmuseum where paintings from the Dutch Golden Age are exhibited, and the Van Gogh Museum. Alternatively, an optional excursion will visit Keukenhof Gardens, dubbed ‘the most beautiful
spring garden in the world’. It features seven million bulbs of various flowers across its landscaped parks, although it is the carefully planned rows of tulips in a rainbow of colours and assorted patterns which steal the show. Apr 18-19. Antwerp, Belgium. Arrive 1300 on Apr 18. Depart 1500 on Apr 19. Cruise up the River Scheldt and into the heart of Antwerp, close to medieval Het Steen fortress, and enjoy an overnight stay in this absorbing city.
Antwerp’s medieval heart is the Grote Markt town square which is framed by the 16th-century city hall and multi-windowed guild houses. Other attractions include the Gothic Cathedral of Our Lady which has one of the largest spires in Belgium, and Reubens House, where the Baroque master once lived and worked. Apr 20. Dover. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £2,323 £3,373 £2,490 £4,063 Sold Out Full fare £1,649 Current fare £1,319 £1,974 £2,361 £2,243 £2,365 £3,047 Cruise code: SD067. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare.
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MAGIC OF THE FJORDS
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Spirit of Discovery • April 20, 2022 Skjolden Flåm Bergen NORWAY from and to Dover
Stavanger
1,812 nautical miles
Ride the Flåm Railway
The scenery of Sognefjord
7 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £1,826‡ Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Two included sightseeing excursions
Stavanger Old Town, Norway
Discover Norway in full bloom on a springtime voyage that combines the historic maritime ports of Bergen and Stavanger with the fjordland villages of Skjolden and Flåm. Apr 20. Dover. Depart 1800. Apr 22. Bergen, Norway. Arrive 0900. Depart 1700. Bergen’s historic waterfront, the UNESCO-listed Bryggen, is graced by colourful gabled buildings that hark back to its days as a member of the Hanseatic League. The wharf neighbours Bergen’s old town of characterful 17th to 18th-century wooden houses that adorn cobbled lanes and attractive squares. An included sightseeing excursion reveals one of the oldest buildings still standing, 12th-century St Mary’s Church.
Apr 23. Skjolden !, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1800. The picturesque village of Skjolden has a secluded setting at the end of Norway’s longest fjord, Sognefjord.
Verdant mountains rear up behind this sleepy hamlet which acts as a gateway to three of the country’s most impressive national parks. Norway’s oldest stave church can also be visited in nearby Urnes.
Apr 24. Flåm !, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1600. The idyllic village of Flåm is hidden away at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the Sognefjord. The biggest draw though is the historic Flåm railway, which winds up from the fjord through the Flåm Valley for over 10 miles up to the high mountains at Myrdal station.
industrial centre for shipbuilding and oil. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal the city’s key sights such as the photogenic Swords in Rock fjordside monument. Its charm lies in Old Stavanger where cobbled lanes weave past white-painted wooden cottages and boutique shops stocked with local handicrafts. Apr 27. Dover. Arrive 0700.
Apr 25. Stavanger, Norway. Arrive 0900. Depart 1800. Stavanger is a multifaceted city that reflects its progression from a prosperous fishing port to an
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £4,565 Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £3,957 Current fare £1,826‡ £3,363 £3,423 £3,036‡ Cruise code: SD068. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. ‡Based on a Standard Balcony Guarantee – see pages 33-35 for details. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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CROATIA AND CITIES OF THE CENTRAL MEDITERRANEAN
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Spirit of Adventure • April 24, 2022 (SU047) • August 6, 2022 (SU053) Zadar Venice
CROATIA
Ravenna
Split
ITALY
Dubrovnik SPAIN from and to Soutampton
Palermo SICILY
Cadiz Gibraltar
Valletta
MALTA
6, 275 nautical miles
The historic city of Dubrovnik
22 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £5,651‡ Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details. The Bay of Palermo, Sicily
Five included sightseeing excursions
The rise and fall of the Mediterranean’s great civilisations past and present are revealed on this three-week voyage. Day 1. Southampton. Depart 1800. Day 4. Gibraltar. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Gibraltar is set in the lee of the iconic Rock and offers an intriguing blend of British and Spanish cultures. Perhaps ascend the limestone monolith by cable car for panoramic views and to meet the mischievous Barbary macaques. Day 7. Valletta, Malta. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Cruise into the Grand Harbour of Valletta, overlooked by forts built by the Knights of St John in the 16th century. The surrounding UNESCO-listed streets exude old-world charm at every turn, and an included sightseeing excursion will give you an overview of this historic capital. Day 9. Split, Croatia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set on the Adriatic’s Dalmatian Coast, Split’s historical centre is formed around the vast Diocletian’s Palace, named after the Roman emperor who built it towards the end of the third century. Join an included sightseeing excursion to take in the scenic highlights of the Dalmatian Coast.
Day 10. Ravenna, Italy. Arrive 0800. Depart 1900. A new port for Saga cruising, Ravenna is surrounded by lagoons and connected to the Adriatic by a canal. Dante, Lord Byron and Oscar Wilde were all inspired to put pen to paper when confronted by its historic monuments. No fewer than eight of these are placed on UNESCO’s World Heritage List. Day 11. Venice, Italy. Arrive 0800. Depart 1900. Explore Venice’s waterways and squares which contain a treasure trove of architectural masterpieces. Atmospheric St Mark’s Square, dominated by the Basilica of the same name, provides a focal point for exploration. Day 12. Zadar, Croatia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The Romans, Venetians and Hapsburg Dynasty have all had a hand in crafting Zadar. Medieval churches, such as Byzantine St Donatus Church, are juxtaposed against contemporary artworks, the most notable of which is the Sea Organ built into the promenade steps. Day 13. Dubrovnik, Croatia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Known as ‘Pearl of the Adriatic’, Dubrovnik is set within well-preserved 13th to 17th-century fortifications. Within the historic walls, discover limestone streets lined with
pretty stone townhouses decorated with sprays of bougainvillaea. Join an included sightseeing excursion to see the scenic highlights. Day 15. Palermo, Sicily. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Conquered time after time, Palermo is a great melting pot of cultural influences. Of special note is the 12th-century ensemble of civil buildings that fall under UNESCO’s purview. An included sightseeing excursion will give you a panoramic overview. Day 18. Cádiz, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. 3,000-year-old Cádiz is Western Europe’s oldest continually inhabited city since its founding by the ancient seafaring Phoenicians. Key landmarks include the Baroque and neoclassical cathedral with its yellow dome and the adjoining El Sagarario, the Roman amphitheatre, and Castillo de Santa Catalaina. You can see some of the city’s attractions, during an included sightseeing excursion. Day 22. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
All prices from DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin Apr 24, 2022. SU047 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Full fare £14,756 Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Current fare £5,651‡ £9,732 £11,067 Aug 06, 2022. SU053 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Full fare £7,787 £12,654 £13,951 Sold Out Sold Out Current fare £6,618 £9,490 £11,160 £10,357 £10,778 Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. ‡Based on a Standard Balcony Guarantee – see pages 3335 for details.
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BALTIC ENSEMBLE
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Spirit of Discovery • April 27, 2022 FINLAND
Helsinki Kotka from and to Dover
Skagen
Stockholm
Tallinn
ESTONIA
SWEDEN
Visby
St. Petersburg
RUSSIA
DENMARK
Copenhagen
3,433 nautical miles
Facade of the Hermitage Museum, St Petersburg
15 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,914 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Five included sightseeing excursions
The waterfront of Stockholm
Visit the Baltic’s most popular cities on this five-country cruise, which includes an extended stay in Stockholm and St Petersburg, plus lesser-visited Visby and Kotka. Apr 27. Dover. Depart 1800. Apr 30. Visby, Sweden. Arrive 1200. Depart 1700. The medieval walled city of Visby stands as a reminder of the Hanseatic League’s power and influence. Set on the strategically important island of Gotland, it was the Baltic’s main centre of trade from the 12th to 14th centuries. May 1-2. Stockholm, Sweden. Arrive 0800 on May 1. Depart 1300 on May 2. Spread across an archipelago of 14 islands, Sweden’s capital offers a scenic approach by sea. Its distinct districts are linked by scores of bridges. The most notable and oldest quarter is medieval Gamla Stan, a warren of narrow lanes crowded by 16th and 17th-century merchant houses. Get a sense of the city’s scale on an included sightseeing excursion. May 3. Tallinn, Estonia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. A former Hanseatic trading port, Tallinn is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cobblestone streets lead up past merchant houses to the top of limestone Toompea Hill, crowned by St Mary’s Cathedral which was founded in 1240. Tallinn’s medieval history is juxtaposed against its more recent cold war past that is laid bare in the KGB Museum. You’ll be able to experience Tallinn’s medieval and modern charms on an included sightseeing excursion.
May 4-5. St Petersburg, Russia. Arrive 0800 on May 4. Depart 1800 on May 5. Peter the Great’s ‘Window on Europe’ was Russia’s capital for two centuries before Moscow reclaimed the title. St Petersburg is defined by canals and waterways fronted by many Italianate mansions and interspersed by plazas which will be highlighted on an included sightseeing excursion. Of special note is the golden-domed St Isaac’s and the Hermitage, which encompasses the Winter Palace, and a world-class art museum. May 6. Helsinki, Finland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Surrounded by an archipelago of over 330 islands, Finland’s capital is aptly known as the ‘Daughter of the Baltic’. From Market Square, ferries set sail for the Suomenlinna fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. An included sightseeing excursion will showcase the city’s array of grand architecture and more. May 7. Kotka, Finland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set at the mouth of the River Kymi and surrounded by an archipelago of over 400 islands, Kotka is a popular destination for summertime boating and yachting. The city’s seafaring heritage is showcased at the Maritime Museum while its varied sea life is on display at
Maretarium aquarium. The Russian Tsar, Alexander III, was so taken with the unspoilt countryside that the summer residence, an imperial fishing lodge, was built beside the Langinkoski rapids. May 9. Copenhagen, Denmark. Arrive 1000. Depart 1700. The cosmopolitan Danish capital is an eclectic mix of architectural styles which attest to its long history. Attractions include the Tivoli Gardens, characterful Nyhavn Canal graced with 17th-century houses, the Baroqueinspired Christiansborg Palace and Rococo Amalienborg Palace, residence of the Danish Royal Family. An included sightseeing excursion will help you get your bearings. May 10. Skagen, Denmark. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. A group of artists, drawn by Skagen’s special blend of exceptional light quality, rugged landscapes and simple way of life, established a colony here during the late 1800s. Their legacy can be found throughout this popular holiday destination which continues to attract visitors with its shifting sands and white sand beaches, colourful cottages and relaxed atmosphere. May 12. Dover. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Full fare £4,120 £7,622 £8,858 Sold Out Sold Out Current fare £3,914 £6,097 £7,086 £6,164 £6,843 Cruise code: SD069. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details.
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SPRINGTIME IN THE BRITISH ISLES
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Spirit of Discovery • May 12, 2022 Portree
ISLE OF SKYE
Ullapool
St Kilda Scenic cruise
SCOTLAND
Greenock
Newhaven
(for Edinburgh)
Belfast
NORTHERN IRELAND
Dun Laoghaire (for Dublin)
Holyhead
Great Yarmouth
WALES
IRELAND
Portland
Dover
2,280 nautical miles
Portree Harbour
14 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,894 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Four included sightseeing excursions
Boreray, St Kilda
Look out for whales and dolphins with conservation charity ORCA.
From the Norfolk Broads and Scottish Highlands to the Giant’s Causeway, discover a wealth of attractions on this two-week circumnavigation of Britain, also calling at Ireland. May 12. Dover. Depart 1800. May 13. Great Yarmouth, England. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. This traditional British seaside town’s character is reflected in its Victorian and Edwardian seafront. Miles of sandy beach edges the shoreline, along with two piers. The 13th-century town walls reflect Great Yarmouth’s medieval past when it was one of England’s most prosperous maritime towns. Today, outdoor enthusiasts flock to the nearby Norfolk Broads, the UK's largest nationally protected wetland. May 15. Newhaven ! (for Edinburgh), Scotland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Rising from the Firth of Forth to a rocky pinnacle crowned by its famous castle, Edinburgh has been drawing visitors for centuries. As well as exploring the historic 12th-century castle, you can stroll along the Royal Mile, visit the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s official residence in Scotland, and discover a host of museums and galleries. Join an included sightseeing excursion, which will pass the key attractions of the Scottish capital.
May 17. Ullapool !, Scotland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Enjoying a picturesque position, nestled on the shores of Loch Broom and surrounded by rugged mountains, Ullapool is a small village, originally founded as a herring port in 1788. It is a perfect base from which to
explore the landscapes and geology of the north-west Highlands. May 18. Portree !, Isle of Skye. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The Isle of Skye, the largest of the Inner Hebrides, is famed for its wild and rugged landscapes. Of particular note are the Old Man of Storr rock pinnacles, craggy Quiraing and the waterfall-fed Fairy Pools. The capital of Portree is set on the east coast, and colourful fisherman cottages front the harbour.
May 19. Cruise the St Kilda Archipelago. May 20. Greenock, Scotland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Well-known as being the birthplace of James Watt, Greenock is a historic, industrial town that stands on the banks of the River Clyde. It is well-situated for exploring Glasgow, a cultural hub with a rich history and architecture created by Charles Rennie Mackintosh, or perhaps discover Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. Enjoy an included sightseeing excursion during your time in Greenock. May 21. Belfast, Northern Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Having enjoyed a 21st-century rejuvenation, Northern Ireland’s capital, Belfast, is fast becoming a celebrated haven for literature, art, music and theatre. The city, which is yours to discover on an included sightseeing excursion, also boasts a rich seafaring history and it was here that the ill-fated RMS Titanic was built.
May 22. Holyhead, Wales. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Situated off the north-west coast of Wales, close to the Snowdonia Mountain range, lies the Isle of Anglesey. During the Middle Ages, the island was known as ‘Mam Cymru’ or ‘Mother of Wales’, thanks to its lush, fertile fields.
May 23. Dún Laoghaire ! (for Dublin), Ireland . Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. From Dún Laoghaire, discover Ireland’s capital Dublin. Set at the mouth of the River Liffey, it is a compact city that is easy to explore on foot. The variety of architectural styles highlight its long history as seen in Christ Church Cathedral, founded by Vikings in the 11th century, 13th-century Dublin Castle and Georgian Trinity College. An included sightseeing excursion will point out the city’s varied sights. May 25. Portland, England. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The Isle of Portland is part of the UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast. It is connected to the mainland by Chesil Beach – a wild, windswept ridge backed by a saline lake. Portland served as the HM Naval Base until the end of the 20th century and was a central embarkation point for Allied forces on D-Day in 1944. Henry XIII’s 16th-century castle marks one end of the island with the Bill promontory, Dorset’s southern tip, at the other end. May 26. Dover. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £7,993 £8,813 Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £4,099 Current fare £3,894 £6,794 £7,931 Cruise code: SD070. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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AN EXHIBITION OF THE BALTIC
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Spirit of Adventure • June 22, 2022 St. Petersburg Stockholm from and to Southampton
Helsinki
RUSSIA
FINLAND
SWEDEN
Gothenburg
Tallinn
ESTONIA
Skagen
DENMARK
Copenhagen DENMARK
3,384 nautical miles
Church of the Saviour on Spilled Blood, St Petersburg
16 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £4,679 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Five included sightseeing excursions
Towers and turrets of Tallinn
Centuries-old cities are showcased on this Baltic cruise, including extended stays in the historic cities of Stockholm and St Petersburg. Jun 22. Southampton. Depart 1800. Jun 25. Gothenburg, Sweden. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Sweden’s second-largest city is adorned with neoclassical architecture, abundant gardens and open-topped boats which ply the canals. Shaped by its historic Scottish and Dutch populations, the city has become an important centre for art and design and is known for producing Volvos. See the standout sights on an included sightseeing excursion. Jun 27-28. Stockholm, Sweden. Arrive 0900 on Jun 27. Depart 1300 on Jun 28. Spread across an archipelago of 14 islands and linked by bridges, Sweden’s capital offers a scenic approach by sea. The oldest quarter is medieval Gamla Stan, a warren of narrow lanes crowded by historic merchant houses. Get a sense of the city’s scale on an included sightseeing excursion. Jun 29. Tallinn, Estonia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. A former Hanseatic trading port, Tallinn is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cobblestone streets lead
up past merchant houses to the top of Toompea Hill, crowned by St Mary’s Cathedral which was founded in 1240. Tallinn’s medieval history is juxtaposed against its more recent cold war past that is documented in the KGB Museum. See some of the highlights during an included sightseeing excursion. Jun 30-Jul 1. St Petersburg, Russia. Arrive 0800 Jun 30. Depart 1800 on Jul 1. St Petersburg is defined by canals fronted by many Italianate mansions and plazas, which will be highlighted on an included sightseeing excursion. Of special note is the golden-domed St Isaac’s and the Hermitage, a world-class art museum which includes the Winter Palace – this served as the official residence of the Tsars and for a short time, following the revolution, the seat of the Russian government. Jul 2. Helsinki, Finland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Surrounded by an archipelago of over 330 islands, Finland’s capital is aptly known as the ‘Daughter of the Baltic’. From Market Square, ferries set sail for the Suomenlinna
fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. An included sightseeing excursion will showcase the city’s array of grand architecture and more. Jul 4. Copenhagen, Denmark. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The cosmopolitan Danish capital is an eclectic mix of architectural styles which attest to its long history. Attractions include the Tivoli Gardens, characterful Nyhavn Canal graced with 17th-century houses, the Baroque-inspired Christiansborg Palace and Rococo Amalienborg Palace, residence of the Danish Royal Family. Jul 5. Skagen, Denmark. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. A group of artists, drawn by Skagen’s rugged landscapes and quality of light, established a colony here during the late 1800s. Their legacy can be found throughout this popular holiday destination which continues to attract visitors with its white sand beaches and colourful cottages. July 8. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £8,881 £12,682 Sold Out Full fare £11,464 Current fare £4,679 £7,720 £8,024 £6,650‡ £8,436 £9,511 Cruise code: SU050. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. ‡Based on a Standard Balcony Guarantee – see pages 33-35 for details.
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RIDDLE OF THE SANDS
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Spirit of Discovery • July 3, 2022
Esbjerg
DENMARK
Heligoland
from and to Dover
GERMANY
Hamburg
Emden
1,171 nautical miles
A bird’s-eye view of Heligoland
7 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £2,127 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Three included sightseeing excursions
Hamburg from Lake Alster
Cruise to Germany and Denmark and discover the setting for one of our greatest espionage stories. Jul 3. Dover, England. Depart 1800. Jul 5. Hamburg, Germany. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Cruise the Elbe to reach this port city which is crisscrossed by rivers and canals. Hamburg has been a centre of trade for centuries and was one of the earliest members of the Hanseatic League. 17th-century wooden buildings, the 19th-century Rathus town hall and the UNESCO-listed Speicherstadt warehouse district, the largest ensemble of its kind, define the Altstadt, or old town. A fine example of 1920s Brick Expressionism, the landmark Chilehus, can be found in neighbouring Kontorhaus. Upmarket boutique and designer stores line the streets of the Neustadt, or New Town. Hamburg development continues in the Hafen district as exemplified in the landmark Elbphilharmonie concert hall, a modern-glass structure straddling an old warehouse. Join an included sightseeing excursion for a panoramic overview of the city.
Jul 6. Esbjerg, Denmark. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. This relatively young maritime town was founded in 1868 and has prospered from fishing, trade and North Sea oil. You can learn more about Esbjerg in its various museums dedicated to art and regional, maritime and military history. On an included sightseeing excursion, you will see the larger than life ‘Man Meets the Sea’ sculpture which comprises four stylised figures looking out over the Wadden Sea. One of the last of its kind, this immense coastal wetland is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and harbours seals, porpoises and thousands of migratory birds. Jul 7. Emden, Germany. Arrive 0800. Depart 2000. The lower Saxony town of Emden has been a thriving port for centuries. The Bunker Museum, which incorporates a maze of air-raid shelters, tells how Allied bombing during World War Two nearly erased it from the map. Join an included sightseeing excursion to explore the surrounding countryside. Alternatively,
you’ll have the option to visit the Meyer Werft Shipyard in nearby Papenburg, where Spirit of Discovery and Spirit of Adventure were built.
Jul 8. Heligoland !, Germany. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Germany’s only high-sea island, Heligoland, is a small island with a long history. Its strategic location in the North Sea has seen it pass from Danish to British, then German hands. Following World War Two, the British Navy packed masses of explosives into the island’s underground fortifications during the aptly named ‘Operation Big Bang’, one of the largest non-nuclear detonations. It is now a popular seaside holiday destination thanks to its peaceful setting, tax-free status and traffic-free streets. Highlights include the Lange Anna sea stack; an anti-aircraft tower turned lighthouse; and the neighbouring island of Düne. Jul 10. Dover, England. Arrive 0700.
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MELODIES OF IRELAND
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Spirit of Adventure • July 8, 2022 Killybegs
Belfast
N. IRELAND
Galway
IRELAND
Cobh
Dun Laoghaire (for Dublin)
Bantry Bay
Southampton ENGLAND
St Peters Port Brest
GUERNSEY
FRANCE
1,896 nautical miles
Dublin's Ha'penny Bridge crosses the River Liffey
11 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,339 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Four included sightseeing excursions
The Giant’s Causeway, Northern Ireland
Discover the best of the ‘Emerald Isle’ on this exploration of its wild west coast and the lively capital of Dublin. Jul 8. Southampton. Depart 1800. Jul 10. Cobh, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set beside one of the world’s largest natural harbours, Cobh is a seaside town renowned for its brightly coloured waterfront buildings. The Gothic Revival St Colman’s Cathedral perches on a steep hillside overlooking the town. The Titanic Experience, which is in the town’s former White Star Line ticket office, retells the plight of the ill-fated ship which made her last stop here. From Cobh you can visit the riverside city of Cork on an included sightseeing excursion. Jul 11. Bantry Bay !, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. In Ireland’s south-west corner is Bantry Bay. Studded with islands and islets, it is exceptionally picturesque. It is also historically significant; in 1796 a fleet of ships from the French navy moored in the bay in an unsuccessful attempt to conquer Ireland. The must-see attraction here is Bantry House, located near the tender pier. This opulent stately mansion is flanked by balustrade-bordered lawns and visitors can enjoy a self-guided tour of the interior. Jul 12. Galway !, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Galway proudly claimed a new title in 2020 as a ‘European City of Culture’. Cobbled streets, the 16th-
century Spanish Arch and Lynch’s Castle remind visitors of its colourful past. As a university city, Galway bustles with life, best experienced in the shopping streets of the Latin Quarter and the ‘craic’ of the pub-filled West End. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal its unique character. Jul 13. Killybegs, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Diminutive Killybegs plays host to one of Ireland’s largest fishing fleets. The Maritime and Heritage Centre is housed in the old carpet factory where woollen ‘Donegals’ floor coverings were made by hand for export the world over. A heritage trail leads to a medieval church and well, both named after the patron saint of seafaring – St Catherine – and the ruined Kit’s castle. Jul 14. Belfast, Northern Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Having enjoyed a 21st-century rejuvenation, Northern Ireland’s capital, Belfast, is fast becoming a celebrated haven for literature, art, music and theatre. The city, which is yours to discover on an included sightseeing excursion, also boasts a rich seafaring history and it was here that the ill-fated RMS Titanic was built. During your time in Belfast, perhaps take a trip to see the impressive Giant’s Causeway.
Jul 15. Dún Laoghaire ! (for Dublin), Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. From Dún Laoghaire, discover Ireland’s capital Dublin. Set at the mouth of the River Liffey, it is a compact city that is easy to explore on foot. The variety of architectural styles highlight its long history as seen in Christ Church Cathedral, founded by Vikings in the 11th century, 13th-century Dublin Castle and Georgian Trinity College. Jul 17. Brest, France. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The naval port of Brest is dominated by the Château de Brest. The medieval tower of Tour Tanguy stands opposite while modern sights include the Pont de I’lroise cable bridge and the sprawling Oceanopolis aquarium. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal the key sights.
Jul 18. St Peter Port !, Guernsey. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set on low hills, St Peter Port has a quaint collection of shops and boutiques. Highlights include the town church, which was completed in 1466, and hilltop Candie Gardens which offer excellent coastal views. Listen out for the noon-time canon fired daily from 13thcentury Castle Cornet, set on an island in the harbour. Jul 19. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
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SPITZBERGEN’S ARCTIC LANDSCAPES
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Spirit of Adventure • July 19, 2022 Longyearbyen
SVALBARD
Honningsvåg
Tromsø Harstad Leknes NORWAY
Ålesund from and to Southampton
Kristiansand
4,747 nautical miles
The Svalbard Archipelago
18 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £5,269 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Four included sightseeing excursions Look out for whales and dolphins with conservation charity ORCA.
Longyearbyen
Cruise into the Arctic Circle on this voyage to the remote Svalbard archipelago and admire its dramatic landscapes illuminated by the Midnight Sun. Jul 19. Southampton. Depart 1800. Jul 22. Alesund, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Ålesund has a character unlike any other Norwegian town. After a fire tore through the wooden fishing village in 1904, it was rebuilt in the prevailing Jugendstil style, which you will see on an included sightseeing excursion. Wander its streets, admiring the art nouveau architecture and myriad turrets, spires and medieval ornamentation. Jul 24. Harstad, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The harbour town of Harstad is set on Hinnøya, in the Arctic Circle. Restored wooden buildings lead up from the harbour to the town centre, which is close to the 12th-century Trondenes Church and the German-built Adolf Gun, a fully intact land cannon from World War two. Jul 25. Tromsø, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Often referred to as ‘The Gateway to the Arctic’, many Polar expeditions have begun in Tromsø. See the
iceberg-like Arctic Cathedral as part of an included sightseeing excursion, or discover the funicular which offers fine views across the city and the Botanic Gardens where plants hardy enough to survive the extreme environment are showcased. Jul 27-28. Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway. Arrive 0800 on Jul 27. Depart 0800 on Jul 28. An Arctic frontier town, Longyearbyen is the central hub of activity in the Svalbard archipelago, set between mainland Norway and the North Pole. The town was established as a permanent settlement in 1906 to exploit the local coal reserves. It now acts as a gateway to the tundra beyond. Jul 28. Cruise the Svalbard Archipelago. Jul 30. Honningsvag, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. This deep-water harbour is the northernmost point of mainland Europe and gateway to the North Cape. A highlight of your voyage will be an included sightseeing excursion to
the ‘Top of the World’ which is pinpointed by the North Cape globe monument which stands over 1000 feet above the ocean.
Aug 1. Leknes !, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Jagged mountain peaks and undulating green hills dotted with traditional fishing villages define the Lofoten Islands. Leknes is well placed for exploring this archipelago’s most dramatic landscapes, as you’ll see on an included sightseeing excursion. Aug 3. Kristiansand, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The sunny southern Skagerrak coast paints a different picture of Norway with its lowland countryside interrupted only by the occasional painted waterfront house. Along its coastline lies the holiday resort of Kristiansand, founded in 1641 by King Christian IV. At its heart is the Quadrature, where streets follow an orderly Renaissance style grid pattern. Aug 6. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £12,909 Current fare £5,269 £9,221 £9,681 Cruise code: SU050. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. ‡Based on a Standard Balcony Guarantee – see pages 33-35 for details.
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INTO THE GULF OF BOTHNIA
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Spirit of Discovery • July 31, 2022 Kemi
FINLAND
SWEDEN
Skagen
DENMARK
Tallinn
Stockholm Visby Gothenburg
ESTONIA
Riga
from and to Dover
LATVIA
Gdansk
4,090 nautical miles
POLAND
Medieval Gdansk on the Motiawa river
17 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £4,799 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Five included sightseeing excursions
The rooftops of Riga
Cruise through the Baltic Sea to the Bay of Bothnia, which separates Sweden and Finland. Jul 31. Dover. Depart 1800. Aug 2. Skagen, Denmark. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. A group of artists, drawn by Skagen’s rugged landscapes and quality of light, established a colony here during the late 1800s. Their legacy can be found throughout this popular holiday destination which continues to attract visitors with its white sand beaches and colourful cottages. An included sightseeing excursion will give you an overview of the town. Aug 4. Gdansk, Poland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Gdansk’s medieval quarter was fully restored following heavy damage during World War Two and features Dutch-style terraces of narrow multi-storied townhouses. The main square is fronted by the Gothic town hall and Artus Court, once a social hub for medieval merchants. Attractions include St Mary’s Basilica, the European Solidarity Centre museum and Oliwa Cathedral. Aug 5. Visby, Sweden. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The medieval walled city of Visby stands as a reminder of the Hanseatic League’s power and influence. Set on the strategically important island of Gotland, it was the Baltic’s main centre of trade from the 12th to 14th centuries.
Aug 6. Stockholm, Sweden. Arrive 0900. Depart 1700. Spread across an archipelago of 14 islands and linked by bridges, Sweden’s capital offers a scenic approach by sea. The oldest quarter is medieval Gamla Stan, a warren of narrow lanes crowded by historic merchant houses. Get a sense of the city’s scale on an included sightseeing excursion. Aug 8. Kemi, Finland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Kemi is a gateway to a subarctic wilderness bathed in the midnight sun during summer. Founded in 1869 by the Russian Emperor Alexander II, due to its proximity to a natural deep-water harbour, Kemi developed into a major centre for the production of paper products. The Gothic revival church, completed in 1902, was designed by architect Josef Stenbäck, while the Art Museum has a fine collection representing Finnish modernism. Aug 10. Tallinn, Estonia. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. A former Hanseatic trading port, Tallinn is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Cobblestone streets lead up past merchant houses to the top of Toompea Hill, crowned by St Mary’s Cathedral which was founded in 1240. Tallinn’s medieval history is juxtaposed
against its more recent cold war past that is documented in the KGB Museum. See some of the highlights during an included sightseeing excursion. Aug 11-12. Riga, Latvia. Arrive 1200 on Aug 11. Depart 1700 on Aug 12. Look forward to an extended stay in historic Riga where an included sightseeing excursion will introduce the many sights. Latvia’s capital has a wealth of architectural treasures, including the UNESCO-listed old town and an extensive collection of Art Nouveau architecture. Of particular note are the replica medieval guildhall – the House of the Black Heads and St Peter’s Church. Aug 15. Gothenburg, Sweden. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Sweden’s second-largest city is adorned with neoclassical architecture, abundant gardens and open-topped boats which ply the canals. Shaped by its historic Scottish and Dutch populations, the city has become an important centre for art and design. See the standout sights on an included sightseeing excursion. Aug 17. Dover. Arrive 0800.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £9,748 £11,248 £7,479 £8,303 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £5,999 Current fare £4,799 £7,798 £8,436 £7,105 £7,472 Cruise code: SD076. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare.
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WESTERN FRANCE AND THE COSTA VERDE
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Spirit of Discovery • August 17, 2022 from and to Dover
St Peter Port
GUERNSEY
St Malo
FRANCE
La Rochelle Bordeaux
La Coruña
Gijon Santander
SPAIN
Bilbao
3,168 nautical miles
The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao
14 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,823 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Four included sightseeing excursions
Magdalena Peninsula, Santander
Enjoy the Mediterranean sun on this cruise along the green coasts of Spain and France, including two memorable days in Bordeaux, famed for its world-class viticulture. Aug 17. Dover. Depart 1700.
Aug 18. St Peter Port !, Guernsey. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set on low hills, St Peter Port has a quaint collection of shops and boutiques. Highlights include the town church, which was completed in 1466, and hilltop Candie Gardens which offer excellent coastal views. Listen out for the Noon Day Gun fired daily from 13th-century Castle Cornet, set on an island in the harbour. Aug 20. La Pallice (for La Rochelle), France. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. From La Pallice, visit the ‘White City’ of La Rochelle, so-called for the limestone facades of its many historic buildings. The old town is a combination of arcaded walkways, half-timbered houses and Renaissance architecture. Enjoy an included sightseeing excursion from this port. Aug 21-22. Bordeaux, France. Arrive 1630 on Aug 21. Depart 1400 on Aug 22. An included sightseeing excursion in Bordeaux will reveal the highlights, key among these is the Place de la Bourse, the 11th-century cathedral and Cité du Vin wine museum which lays out the region’s viticulture.
Aug 23. Bilbao, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Founded in 1300, Bilbao developed into a shipbuilding centre during the 19th century. Contrast the Renaissance, Baroque and modernist architecture of the historic centre with newer additions to the cityscape. The greatest of these is the riverside Guggenheim Museum. Other highlights include the funicular which offers panoramic views and Doña Casilda Iturrizar Park, the city’s largest green space. Aug 25. La Coruña, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. In the historic maritime city of La Coruña, among the main sights of interest are the medieval lanes and plazas of the old town, the galleria facades on the harbour front and the UNESCO-listed Roman lighthouse, which can be found at the end of a coastal promenade. Enjoy an included sightseeing excursion of the city. La Coruña also offers a gateway to UNESCO-listed Santiago de Compostela where the 12th-century cathedral, the shrine of St James, marks the end of an ancient pilgrimage route.
complemented by modern sculptures. This port can trace its roots back to the Romans although it flourished as a result of the 19th-century steel trade. The atmospheric streets of the historic fisherman’s quarter, Cimadevilla, feature plazas, churches and museums which lead up Santa Catalina hill. Aug 27. Santander, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. A jewel on Spain’s verdant ‘Green Coast’, Santander has long been a popular seaside resort thanks to its white-sand Cantabrian beaches. Of special note are the Palacio de la Magdalena and the 13th-century Cathedral de la Asuncion. Aug 29. St Malo !, France. Arrive 0800. Depart 2200. The walled city of St Malo stands on Brittany’s Emerald Coast. Mile-long ramparts protect the historic centre which encompasses a Romanesque cathedral, Château de St-Malo castle and the timber-framed houses of cobblestone Pelicot Street. Enjoy an included sightseeing excursion. Aug 31. Dover. Arrive 0700.
Aug 26. Gijon, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Gijon is a city of old and new where historic buildings are
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £6,338 £8,791 £6,117 £6,792 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £4,498 Current fare £3,823 £5,387 £6,593 £5,811 £6,112 Cruise code: SD077. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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BRITAIN’S CELTIC FRINGE
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Spirit of Adventure • August 28, 2022 St Kilda Scenic cruise
Portree
ISLE OF SKYE
Greenock
SCOTLAND ENGLAND
Dublin
IRELAND
Liverpool Fishguard WALES
Portland
Southampton
Falmouth St Helier
2,295 nautical miles
Brest JERSEY FRANCE
Far reaching views of Chesil Beach, Dorset
13 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,598 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Four included sightseeing excursions
The coastline at Brest
Look out for whales and dolphins with conservation charity ORCA.
This exploration of the British Isles and Brittany coast reveals the heritage of five of the Celtic nations. Aug 28. Southampton. Depart 1800.
Aug 29. St Helier !, Jersey. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. St Helier is the capital of Jersey, the largest of the Channel Islands. The pedestrianised town centre is dotted with reminders of Jersey’s close ties to France, as seen in the street names. The History Museum relives the island’s past while its seafaring legacy is exhibited at the maritime museum. Aug 30. Brest, France. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The naval port of Brest is dominated by the Château de Brest. The medieval tower of Tour Tanguy stands opposite while modern sights include the Pont de I’lroise cable bridge and the sprawling Oceanopolis aquarium. Sep 1. Dublin, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1730. Dublin is a compact city that is easy to explore on foot. The variety of architectural styles highlight its long history as seen in Christ Church Cathedral, founded by Vikings in the 11th century, 13th-century Dublin Castle and Georgian Trinity College. An included sightseeing excursion will point out the city’s varied sights.
Sep 2. Greenock, Scotland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Greenock is a historic, industrial town that stands on the banks of the River Clyde. It is well-situated for exploring Glasgow, or perhaps discover Loch Lomond and the Trossachs National Park. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal the highlights. Sep 3. Cruise the St Kilda Archipelago.
Sep 4. Portree !, Isle of Skye. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The Isle of Skye is famed for its wild and rugged landscapes. Of particular note are the Old Man of Storr rock pinnacles and the waterfall-fed Fairy Pools. The capital of Portree is set on the east coast, and colourful fisherman cottages front the harbour.
Sep 6. Liverpool, England. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Liverpool evolved during the Industrial Revolution as a nexus for trade, as reflected in its historic centre and the Royal Albert Dockyards. Notable attractions include the Royal Liver Building, the Tate and Walker art galleries, and Sefton Park. An included sightseeing excursion is an excellent way to take in the main sights.
Sep 7. Fishguard !, Wales. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Surrounded by the Pembrokeshire Coastal National Park, Fishguard is well placed for exploring its many nature trails. Overlooking Cardigan Bay are the ruins of an old fort from the Napoleonic era. In 1797, the garrison fired blanks at the approaching French fleet, forcing them to land further along the coast, an event illustrated on a tapestry displayed at the Fishguard Library.
Sep 8. Falmouth !, England. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Falmouth is a thriving port town, well-known for its rich maritime heritage. From here, discover the remarkable botanical gardens of the Eden Project. An included sightseeing excursion introduces you to some of the highlights. Sep 9. Portland, England. Arrive 0800. Depart 1800. The Isle of Portland is part of the UNESCO-listed Jurassic Coast. It is connected to the mainland by Chesil Beach – a wild, windswept ridge backed by a saline lake. Portland served as the HM Naval Base until the end of the 20th century and was a central embarkation point for Allied forces on D-Day in 1944. Sep 10. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £7,506 £9,045 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £4,234 Current fare £3,598 £5,629 £6,783 £5,758 £6,393 Cruise code: SU054. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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BEAUTIFUL NORWAY
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Spirit of Discovery • August 31, 2022 Sognefjord Flåm Bergen NORWAY
Haugesund from and to Dover
Stavanger
1,729 nautical miles
The village of Flåm
The serene waters of Sognefjord
7 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £2,266 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Two included sightseeing excursions
Land of the Viking Kings, Haugesund
Follow in the wake of the Vikings on this voyage which explores Haugesund, Norway’s birthplace, and cruises along Sognefjord, ‘King of the Fjords’. Aug 31. Dover. Depart 1800. Sep 2. Stavanger, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Stavanger is a multifaceted city that reflects its progression from a prosperous fishing port to an industrial centre for shipbuilding and oil. An included sightseeing excursion will reveal the city’s key sights such as the photographic Swords in Rock fjord-side monument. Without question, its charm lies in Old Stavanger where cobbled lanes weave past white-painted wooden cottages and boutique shops stocked with local handicrafts. Sep 3. Haugesund, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set between Bergen and Stavanger, the bustling maritime town of
Haugesund was once a centre for herring fishing and now prospers from the wealth of North Sea oil. It is set in a region of outstanding natural beauty comprising moors, waterfalls and mountains. This is the homeland of the Viking Kings, who ruled for 500 years. Norway’s founder, Harold Fairhair, is supposedly buried in Haugesund on a site marked by a national monument commemorating the unification of Norway. From here, you can head to Langfoss Waterfall to see the roaring cataracts. Sep 4. Flåm !, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1600. The idyllic village of Flåm is hidden away at the end of the Aurlandsfjord, an arm of the Sognefjord. The biggest draw though is the historic
Flåm railway, which winds up from the fjord through the Flåm Valley for over 12 miles to Myrdal station. Sep 5. Bergen, Norway. Arrive 0800. Depart 1600. Bergen’s historic waterfront, UNESCO-listed Bryggen, is graced by colourful gabled buildings that hark back to its days as a member of the Hanseatic League. The wharf neighbours Bergen’s old town of characterful 17th to 18th-century wooden houses that adorn cobbled lanes and attractive squares. An included sightseeing excursion reveals one of the oldest buildings still standing, 12th-century St Mary’s Church. Sep 7. Dover. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £4,635 £5,584 Sold Out Full fare £3,193 Current fare £2,266 £2,873 £3,476 £3,374 £3,422 £4,188 Cruise code: SD078. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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SECRETS OF THE EMERALD ISLE Spirit of Adventure • September 10, 2022
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Killybegs
Belfast
NORTHERN IRELAND
Galway
IRELAND
Cobh Bantry Bay
Dun Laoghaire (for Dublin)
Southampton
1,830 nautical miles
Islands off the coast of Killbegs
9 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £2,744 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £23 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Three included sightseeing excursions
The harbour at Cobh
Explore all four corners of the Emerald Isle, discovering monumental scenery and maritime heritage, including visits to Belfast and Dublin. Sep 10. Southampton. Depart 1800. Sep 12. Belfast, Northern Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Having enjoyed a 21st-century rejuvenation, Northern Ireland’s capital, Belfast, is fast becoming a celebrated haven for literature, art, music and theatre. The city, which is yours to discover on an included sightseeing excursion, also boasts a rich seafaring history and it was here that the ill-fated RMS Titanic was built. Sep 13. Killybegs, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Diminutive Killybegs plays host to one of Ireland’s largest fishing fleets. The Maritime and Heritage Centre is housed in the old carpet factory where woollen ‘Donegals’ floor coverings were made by hand for export the world over. A heritage trail leads to a medieval church and well, both named after the patron saint of seafaring – St Catherine – and the ruined Kit’s castle. An included sightseeing excursion offers an introduction to the area.
Sep 14. Galway !, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Galway proudly claimed a new title in 2020 as a ‘European City of Culture’. Cobbled streets, the 16thcentury Spanish Arch and Lynch’s Castle remind visitors of its colourful past. As a university city, Galway bustles with life, best experienced in the shopping streets of the Latin Quarter and the ‘craic’ of the pub-filled West End.
Sep 15. Bantry Bay !, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. In Ireland’s south-west corner, 90 minutes from Killarney and a similar distance to Cork City, is Bantry Bay. The must-see attraction during your time here is Bantry House, located a short distance from the tender pier. This stately mansion is flanked by balustrade-bordered lawns and bursts with opulence. Today, Bantry House offers self-catering accommodation, however, day visitors can also enjoy a self-guided tour of the rooms and gardens. Nearby, Garnish Island can be reached via the ferry from Glengarriff. The island is home to an array of gardens and a Martello Tower, built to defend the bay.
Sep 16. Cobh, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Set beside one of the world’s largest natural harbours, Cobh is a seaside town renowned for its brightly coloured waterfront buildings, which are overlooked by the Gothic Revival St Colman’s Cathedral. From Cobh you can visit the riverside city of Cork on an included sightseeing excursion. Alternatively, head to Blarney Castle to kiss the Blarney Stone and explore the grounds.
Sep 17. Dún Laoghaire (for Dublin) !, Ireland. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. From Dún Laoghaire, discover Ireland’s capital Dublin. Set at the mouth of the River Liffey, it is a compact city that is easy to explore on foot. The variety of architectural styles highlight its long history as seen in Christ Church Cathedral, founded by Vikings in the 11th century, 13th-century Dublin Castle and Georgian Trinity College. Sep 19. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £4,618 £6,782 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £3,431 Current fare £2,744 £4,156 £4,747 £3,948‡ £5,009 Cruise code: SU055. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. ‡Based on a Standard Balcony Guarantee – see pages 33-35 for details. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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SPAIN AND THE FRENCH RIVIERA
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Spirit of Adventure • September 28, 2022 from and to Southampton
FRANCE
Monaco
Marseille
La Coruña
Barcelona SPAIN
Valencia Cartagena Malaga
4,278 nautical miles
Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia
15 nights ALL INCLUSIVE from £3,756 Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of £75 if not required – see pages 33-35 for details.
Four included sightseeing excursions
Discover Monaco
Discover the cultural heritage of Spain’s coastal cities coupled with the glamour of the sun-soaked French Riviera. Sep 28. Southampton. Depart 1800. Oct 2. Malaga, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Malaga is home to a wealth of historical sights, such as the imposing Moorish citadels of Alcazaba and Gilfarbaro castle, the Roman amphitheatre and the Renaissance cathedral, as well as being the birthplace of Picasso. An included sightseeing excursion will show you the highlights. Oct 3. Cartagena, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Cartagena is a city of surprises, not least the Roman theatre that was only unearthed in 1988. Other attractions include Punic ruins, the 13th century cathedral and modernist town hall. Oct 5. Monaco !. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Step ashore in this ‘Billionaire’s Playground’, which is blessed with fine beaches, exotic gardens, and luxury boutiques. Monaco exudes glitz and glamour, from the elite high rises overlooking the yacht-packed marina to the medieval quarter set atop Monaco Rock. The latter is crowned by the Place du Palais. Not-to-miss sights include the Grand Casino of Monte Carlo, Monaco Cathedral and the Grand Prix circuit.
Oct 6. Marseille, France. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Marseilles, the country’s second-largest city, is set on the French Riviera. At its centre is the centuries-old Vieux Port filled with fishing vessels and pleasure craft. The city is overlooked by the hilltop Basilica of Notre Dame de la Garde, built in the 19th century. Highlights include the fortresses of Saint-Jean and Saint-Nicholas. Enjoy an included sightseeing excursion in this cosmopolitan city. Oct 7. Barcelona, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. Barcelona has numerous attractions, from subterranean Roman ruins to the elegant architecture of the Gothic quarter and the imaginative designs of Gaudi. At the city’s heart is Placa de Catalunya, an immense square dotted with fountains and statues, which bridges the old city and the 19th-century Eixample district. Lively La Rambla, the city’s main pedestrianised artery, flows from this square to Port Vell. Landmark sights include the Sagrada Familia and the 13th-century cathedral. An included sightseeing excursion offers the perfect introduction to this unique city.
Oct 8. Valencia, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. The ancient port of Valencia was founded by the Romans and features a wealth of magnificent architecture in its old town. Highlights include the 13th-century cathedral with its iconic El Miguelete bell tower and the Gothic La Lonja Silk Stock Exchange. You’ll be given an introduction to the city on an included sightseeing excursion. Oct 11. La Coruña, Spain. Arrive 0800. Depart 1700. In the historic maritime city of La Coruña, among the main sights of interest are the medieval lanes and plazas of the old town, the galleria facades on the harbour front and the UNESCO-listed Roman lighthouse, which can be found at the end of a coastal promenade. La Coruña also offers a gateway to UNESCOlisted Santiago de Compostela where the 12th-century cathedral, the shrine of St James, marks the end of an ancient pilgrimage route. Oct 13. Southampton. Arrive 0700.
DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony Cabin All prices from Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe Suite £6,849 £9,943 £6,611 £7,340 Sold Out Sold Out Full fare £4,419 Current fare £3,756 £5,821 £6,960 £5,949 £6,239 Cruise code: SU057. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown, subject to availability and change. – see pages 33-35 for details. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare. Please note: ! Land by launch or tender.
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ESSENTIAL INFORMATION All reservations are subject to Saga’s booking conditions which will be sent to you with your holiday confirmation and are available in advance upon request by calling us on 0800 504 505 or visiting our website travel.saga.co.uk. The holiday contract is subject to English law and the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts. You may however choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you live there and wish to do so. The holiday contract is created 14 days following your receipt of the written holiday confirmation.
BOOKING YOUR CRUISE Age qualification: Saga cruises are for anyone aged 50 and over. A travelling companion or family member travelling with you may be aged 40 or over. How our discounts work: On all our cruises we set aside a number of cabins within each grade at a discounted fare, with the highest discount of 35% available on selected grades. These cabins are sold on a first come, first served basis. As cabins are sold, the discount begins to reduce, and continues to reduce, until those selected cabins are sold. This means that the earlier you book, the higher the chance of securing a greater discount. Our price panels clearly show the full cruise price, along with the discounted fare applicable at the time of going to print. Please note that during peak booking periods discounts can reduce quickly. Please call us or visit our website for the most up-to-date prices. Pricing: We do not impose surcharges. Once booked, the cost of your cruise package cannot be increased unless you amend your booking. We reserve the right not to be legally bound in the case of incorrect pricing and acknowledgement of such an error does not mean acceptance of it. Cruise Price Promise: Should we ever reduce our prices or introduce a new special offer after you book, we will calculate the price difference and pass the value of any possible saving back to you (optional ad-hoc services are excluded). This applies as long as the discounted cruise is exactly the same package offered under exactly the same terms of sale (which means the full terms that apply to your holiday contract, including your cabin grade and whether your cabin is allocated at the time of booking or at embarkation). In calculating any possible saving due, we’ll take into consideration all offers and discounts that were applied at the time of booking and compare the overall price that you’ve been charged with the current price. We will pass on the value of the saving in the form of a higher-grade cabin, on-board credit, or other value-added benefit. Special offers: In the case of discounted prices and other special offers, please note that there are only a limited number of places available at the special offer prices. We reserve the right to extend, reduce or withdraw the offers at any time, without notice. Selected offers cannot be booked online. What we describe: Some of the highlights detailed may only be seen on optional excursions, at an additional cost, or by exploring independently. Advertised amenities, included and optional excursions, entertainment and activities may change or become unavailable. We will notify you of any known changes at the time of booking. Final details of optional excursions will be provided in the Cruise Booklet sent to you before you travel although we cannot guarantee they will be available during your cruise. We have planned to use economy class on flights (where relevant). Please also note that changes may be made to the particulars within the brochure at any time after publication. Sold out cruises and advance registrations: If you are interested in a cruise that has sold out, call the team on 0800 504 505 and we will register your interest. Should any cabins become available at a later date, we will contact you. We also operate an advance registration scheme whereby you can register your interest for cruises that are not yet on sale for a fully-refundable deposit of £90 per person. Once you have made an advance registration we will contact you before the cruises go on general sale giving you opportunity to be the first to book. Making an advance registration gives you the opportunity to secure your choice of cabin at the best possible discount. Guarantee Cabins: The traditional way to book a cruise is to reserve your cabin number at the time of booking. However, if you’ve decided what type of cabin you want, but don’t have a preference for a
particular cabin or bed configuration, then our Standard Balcony/ Single Standard Balcony Guarantees could be for you. You are guaranteed the minimum grade cabin in the category shown, just not the specific cabin. This will be allocated to you later on, sometimes as you embark the ship. If you choose not to accept your allocated cabin, which could be located anywhere on the ship, this will be treated as a cancellation by you and cancellation charges will be payable in accordance with our booking conditions. There is the chance you may be upgraded, although this is subject to cabin availability and in no way forms part of this offer. Note that twin cabins may have two single beds or a double bed. To see the prices of our Guarantees, look out for the ‡ symbol in the price panels. Insufficient bookings: If we need to cancel your cruise due to insufficient support we would do so before the balance due date. Optional ad-hoc services: We provide you with the option to specifically request extras which are in addition to, or adaptations of, our standard packages. Prices for optional ad-hoc services such as extensions, extra accommodation, upgrades, additional flights that are not part of a standard Saga allocation and domestic flights (‘ad-hoc service’) can vary depending on when you book. Please note that adding an ad-hoc service may result in additional non-refundable charges to our standard packages due to changes in flight dates, changes to our standard allocated accommodation periods and additional costs passed to us from third party suppliers. They may also result in an additional or higher non-refundable deposit being payable. You will be notified of the total price of your holiday and any increase to your deposit prior to booking.
PAYING FOR YOUR CRUISE Deposits: When you make your booking, you must pay a deposit of £200 per person or 15% of the cruise cost, whichever is the greater, up to a maximum of £1,000 per person; Certain cruises may require an additional or higher non-refundable deposit or full payment. You will be advised if this is the case at the time of booking. Balance: The balance of the price of your travel arrangements must be paid at least 90 days before departure. Unless you are otherwise advised, bookings made after the balance due date (as set out above) must be paid in full at the time of booking and we cannot confirm your booking until full payment is received. Payments can be made by credit card, debit card or cheque. If the deposit and/or balance is not paid in time, we reserve the right to cancel your travel arrangements. If the balance is not paid in time, we shall retain your deposit to cover costs incurred. Payment methods: We accept payment by debit card, credit card or cheque with no additional fees. We do not accept American Express. If wishing to pay by cheque, please make it payable to Saga Cruises and write your name, address and booking reference on the back. Please send cheques to Saga Cruises, Enbrook Park, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3SE. Your financial protection and peace of mind: Some of the flights and flight-inclusive cruises in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. But ATOL protection does not apply to all holiday and travel services listed in this brochure. If you do not receive an ATOL Certificate then the booking will not be ATOL protected. If you do receive an ATOL Certificate but all the parts of your trip are not listed on it, those parts 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: caa.co.uk. We ensure full financial protection is provided for all our cruise packages.
1. For flight-based cruises this is through Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 0308 issued to ST&H Limited (another Saga group company) by the Civil Aviation Authority of Gatwick Airport South, West Sussex, RH6 0YR, UK caa.co.uk, telephone 0333 103 6350, email claims@caa.co.uk. When you buy an ATOL protected flight or flight inclusive cruise 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.
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2. When you buy a cruise package that doesn’t include a flight, protection is provided by way of a bond held by ABTA – The Travel Association of 30 Park Street London SE1 9EQ abta.com, telephone 0203 758 8779, email customerprotection@abta.co.uk. For further information, please see abta.com. Calls from UK landlines cost the standard rate, but from mobiles may be higher. Check with your network provider. Please note that items not purchased through Saga will not be protected.
BEFORE YOU TRAVEL Passports and visas: You will need a valid passport for all cruises featured. Your passport must be valid for at least six months after the end of your cruise. We recommend that you have at least three blank pages in your passport to cover potential immigration formalities which may be required in some countries. If you are a full British citizen resident in the UK, for the majority of destinations, if required, Saga will obtain your visa (excluding Schengen visas) or tourist card free of charge (postage is not included). We will advise you at the time of booking where you are responsible for obtaining your own visa. For further information about passports and Saga’s visa service call Saga on 0800 525 290 or email visa@saga.co.uk. If you are telephoning from outside the UK, please call +44 (0)1303 771138 (please note that this is not a freephone number). It may be necessary for you to arrange your own individual visas for independent travel in some ports. If you are not a full British citizen resident in the UK, you must confirm your nationality or status at the time of booking. Your specific passport and visa requirements, and other immigration requirements are your responsibility and you should confirm these with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel because you have not complied with any passport, visa or immigration requirements. Travel advice: The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) Travel Advice Unit provides up-to-date advice and safety information for British nationals travelling abroad. Please visit gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice for further information. We recommend you regularly check this information. Health screening: We will require you to complete our pre-boarding health questionnaire, comply with any of our health screening requirements (including, without limitation, mandatory testing for COVID-19) and to supply full and accurate information of any symptoms of or positive tests for viral or bacterial illness you or a member of your party may have including, without limitation, COVID-19. We also require you to inform us of any recent close contact you or any member of your party may have had with someone suspected of or known to have a viral or bacterial illness including, without limitation, COVID-19. Refusal to complete our questionnaire or comply with our health screening requirements may result in you being denied boarding. If you are denied boarding in any of these circumstances, this will be treated as a cancellation by you and cancellation charges may apply. Further, to avoid the spread of any viral or bacterial illness on board including, without limitation, COVID-19, we may deny boarding to any passenger who displays symptoms of any such illness or who in our reasonable opinion may be at risk of having contracted any such illness. If you are denied boarding in these circumstances, you will not be entitled to a refund but you may amend your cruise to a different date. COVID-19 vaccinations: It is a mandatory requirement for embarkation on our ships that all passengers must have been vaccinated against COVID-19 using a COVID-19 vaccine approved by the UK’s Medical and Healthcare Regulatory Authority. You will be required to provide evidence to our reasonable satisfaction that you have received the full course of such vaccination not less than 14 days prior to departure. Please note: In the interest of health and safety of fellow passengers and crew, it is a condition of travel on our ships that passengers must use the hand sanitisers provided when embarking and disembarking, and while on board, the ships, along with other hygiene measures as instructed. Other vaccinations: We will advise you with your holiday confirmation of any other vaccinations that are required as a condition of entry to the country(ies) that you are visiting. We recommend that you consult your doctor at least
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12 weeks before departure, and they will advise you about any other vaccinations required. You may also wish to refer to government health advice for your destination at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice. Mobility and assistance: Our cruise ships have a limited number of cabins adapted for use by those with restricted mobility and are limited as to the number of disabled passengers or passengers with reduced mobility that they can carry. We reserve the right to refuse the carriage of any person if carrying such a passenger would breach applicable safety requirements or law. We also reserve the right to refuse carriage if the design of the vessel and/or the port infrastructure and equipment would make carriage unsafe or not operationally feasible. We reserve the right to require that a disabled passenger or a passenger of reduced mobility is accompanied by another fare paying person capable of providing assistance to ensure compliance with any applicable safety requirement or law or if the design of the vessel and/or the port infrastructure and equipment means that a disabled passenger or person of reduced mobility cannot be carried in a safe or operationally feasible manner without the assistance of another person. Please advise us at the time of booking if you or any member of your party has reduced mobility, require a specially adapted cabin or would require assistance in an emergency, or as soon as possible before departure should there be a change in circumstances. If you do not inform us of such a condition we will not be liable if any airline (where applicable) refuses to accept you or any member of your party as a passenger. If you are disabled or have difficulty moving around, you are legally entitled to receive assistance when you fly. This free service is available to anyone with mobility problems, for example, because of your disability, age or a temporary injury. To take full advantage of the service you need to book at least 48 hours in advance of your flight. Please contact us as soon as possible prior to departure. You can also visit our website travel.saga.co.uk. Please note that personal daily care cannot be provided by any member of the ship’s staff. Food allergies or specific dietary requirements on board the ship: If you’ve got any food allergies or specific dietary requirements, it is important that you advise us at the time of booking. It is also essential that you make the maître d’ aware of your allergies or dietary requirements after arriving on board and ask for information about ingredients before eating. Cruise guests are also reminded that any required medications should be kept with them at all times. Further questions: If you have any questions after you have booked, call the after-sales helpline FREE on 0800 504 505. If you want to pay your remaining balance, call FREE on 0800 015 6987.
ON BOARD Health and Safety procedures: We have developed stringent procedures for dealing with viral or bacterial illnesses in relation to our cruises. These procedures may mean that some facilities and services may not be available during the cruise package. The procedures may also change at short notice depending on the circumstances and latest advice and guidance available in respect of the particular illness. Any procedures introduced to prevent or limit the spread of viral or bacterial illnesses will not be a significant change to your cruise package. You are required to follow our instructions or those of the Master or the ship’s crew in respect of any procedures designed to prevent or limit the spread of viral or bacterial illnesses. This may include the mandatory wearing of face masks in all public areas. If you fail to comply with our procedures or our instructions or those of the ship’s Master or crew or your health or conduct is likely to endanger the health and safety of other passengers or crew, we and/or the ship’s master reserve the right to take reasonable and appropriate action which could include the curtailment of your cruise package. In such circumstances, no compensation or refund will be payable and, in the event of curtailment, you will be liable to pay any additional expenses reasonably incurred in arranging the curtailment. Love it first time guarantee: Available to guests that have not previously cruised with Saga Cruises on an ocean cruise. We guarantee you will love your first cruise, or will refund your fare. To take advantage of the guarantee you must state your intention on board to the Hotel General Manager during the first 72 hours of your cruise at the latest (for cruises seven nights or over; during the first 48 hours for cruises under seven nights). They will
endeavour to resolve any issues; if a solution cannot be agreed, we will cover costs for your return transport home at the next available port, and refund the fare that you have paid for your cruise (we will not refund any costs you have incurred for items not purchased directly through Saga, such as overnight accommodation or third-party insurance). The guarantee does not affect our pre-departure cancellation policy. Further terms and conditions may apply.
DATA PROTECTION Any personal data you provide will be held securely and for the purpose you have provided it, in accordance with data protection legislation. We may need to disclose personal data to a third party including outside the European Economic Area (EEA) for the purpose of providing your holiday. In addition, your data may be disclosed to regulatory bodies or public authorities, such as customs or immigration, for the purposes of monitoring and/or enforcing compliance with any regulatory rules/codes; and it may be used for marketing, offering renewals, research and statistical purposes and crime prevention. Where you provide information about another person, we accept it on the basis that you have their permission to give us access to their personal data (including special category personal data) and that you have told them who we are and what we will use their data for, as set out above. If Saga has obtained your permission to do so, they will also contact you by post, telephone, email or other means to tell you about offers, products and services that may be of interest to you. At any time you can opt out of receiving such information, revise the products you would like to hear about or change the method they use to communicate with you. You can update these preferences by calling 0800 092 3665. For further information about how the Saga Group uses your personal information, please visit saga.co.uk/privacy-policy or contact the Saga Group Data Protection Officer by email: data.protection@saga.co.uk or post: The Saga Building, Enbrook Park, Sandgate, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3SE.
INSURANCE You must be adequately insured for all cruises to cover all contingencies such as medical expenses, repatriation, and baggage cover. We offer optional comprehensive travel insurance with all our cruises. If you do not purchase the optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights, or if we’re unable to offer the optional cover, we advise that you arrange adequate insurance cover as soon as possible Saga optional travel insurance: For UK residents only, insurance, underwritten by Great Lakes Insurance SE, UK Branch, is offered with all our ocean cruises unless otherwise stated and subject to terms and conditions. A policy document will be sent with your confirmation invoice. A summary of the cover is shown below.
SUMMARY OF COVER 1.
(a) Medical Expenses up to £5,000,000 (b) Hospital Benefit £20 per day (max. £500) 2. Curtailment up to £10,000 for European ocean cruises and up to £50,000 for worldwide ocean cruises 3. Personal Accident up to £15,000 4. Criminal Injury Benefit up to £100,000 5. (a) Baggage up to £2,500 i) Single Article limit £300 ii) Overall Valuables limit £350 (b) Temporarily Lost Baggage over 12 hours up to £150 6. Money and Documents up to £500, Cash limit £200 7. Loss of Passport Expenses up to £200 8. Personal Liability up to £1,000,000 9. Missed Departure up to £500 (Europe), up to £1,000 (worldwide) 10. Travel Delay – Transport (a) Deposit/Cancellation Charges up to £7,500 (b) Compensation up to £150 11. Legal Expenses (claims for compensation for personal injury or death) up to £50,000
BOOKING IS EASY Travel agents call FREE on
0800 074 8021 9am to 5pm Monday to Saturday. Opening hours are correct at time of going to print, please check online for our latest opening hours.
Or book online at
sagaagents.co.uk If you need to discuss any matters concerning your optional travel insurance or assistance with your Saga cruise, call our Customer Care team between 9am and 5pm weekdays FREE on 0800 373 034.
If you have your own insurance, we will offer you the cruise at a lower price. Please visit our website or call for further details. Please be aware this policy will only provide cover for any claims caused by or relating to Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19), or any mutation of, under the ‘Emergency medical associated expenses’ section of our policy book. This section provides insurance for emergency medical and associated costs not covered by the National Health Service or any reciprocal health agreement. For sections 1(a), 2, 5(a), 6 and 10(a) above, the first £70 of each and every claim is excluded. Please note that the optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights are only available for overseas holidays where the included cruise, flights or ferry elements of the holiday are taken. If you arrange your own travel abroad, you will not be covered and should make alternative arrangements. If you feel you need increased baggage cover please check your home contents insurance policy first, as most people can have their personal possessions insured under this policy while they are away. If you are suffering from, or in the last 12 months have suffered from, an illness that has required treatment from a doctor, you must advise us and we’ll confirm whether you can be covered under this insurance. Insurance policy document If you choose to take the insurance, we will send you the insurance policy document with your holiday confirmation/ invoice, or you can call us to request it earlier. If the policy does not meet your requirements, you are entitled to cancel at any time prior to your date of departure. The policy document contains full details of the cover provided, our complaints procedure, terms and exclusions. We recommend that you read it carefully. Bookings made 18 months or more before departure: This section only applies to cruises offered with optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights. Our optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights cannot be offered with cruises booked more than 18 months before departure. Customers who wish to include the optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights will have their booking held until 18 months before the departure date. Should you need to cancel prior to your booking being confirmed, a full refund will be available. Once within 18 months of departure, the optional travel insurance and additional cancellation rights can be added and the cruise confirmed. This is subject to the normal insurance policy conditions and Saga’s booking conditions. Additional cancellation rights: Where you have chosen to include the optional travel insurance you benefit from additional cancellation rights which allow you to cancel your cruise under a range of different circumstances and receive a full refund of all the money you have paid to us, less an administration of £80 per person. Please refer to our full booking conditions for details.
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SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE You can also view these deck plans online at saga.co.uk/adventuredeckplan Decks 9-14 TWIN, SUITES AA
B001~, B501~
B Deck
BB
C001~, C501~
C Deck
CC
A044~, A047~, A546~, A549~
A Deck,
DD
B052~, B552~, C058~, C558~
B Deck, C Deck
EE
A022~§, A023~, A024~, A025~, A026~, A027~, A524~§, A525~, A526~, A527~, A528~, A529~
A Deck,
EJ
A021^~§, A523^~§
A Deck
FF
B025~, B026~, B027~, B028~, B029~, B030~, B031~, B526~, B527~, B528~, B529~, B530~, B531~
B Deck
GG
C032~, C033~, C034~, C035~, C532~, C533~, C534~, C535~
C Deck
TWIN, DELUXE A
A017, A018, A019, A020‡, A028^, A029, A519, A520, A521‡, A522, A530, A531^§, S008, S009^, S508, S509^
B
B021, B022‡, B023, B024, B032, B033, B521‡, B522, B523, B524, B532, B533,
B Deck
C
C022, C023, C024, C036^, C037‡, C522, C523, C524, C525, C536‡, C537^§
C Deck
D
D023, D024, D041, D042, D523, D524, D525‡, D541, D542
D Deck
E
E023, E024‡, E025, E523‡, E524, E525
E Deck
A Deck, Sun Deck
DELUXE SINGLE NS
S007, S507
PS
C025
Sun Deck C Deck
STANDARD TWIN WITH BALCONY F
S001, S002, S003, S004§, S005§, S006, S501, S502, S503, S504, S505, S506
Sun Deck
G
A001, A002, A003, A005, A006, A007, A009§, A010§, A011, A014, A015, A016, A033, A034, A035, A036, A037§, A039, A040, A042, A043, A045, A046, A501, A502, A503, A504, A505, A507, A508, A509, A511, A512, A514, A516, A517, A518, A535, A536, A537, A538, A539§, A541, A542, A544, A545, A547, A548
A Deck
H
B002, B003, B004, B006, B007, B008, B010, B011, B012, B015, B016, B017, B018, B019, B020, B037, B038, B039, B040, B041§, B042§, B044, B045, B047, B049§, B050§, B051, B053, B502, B503, B504, B506, B507, B508, B510, B511§, B512§, B515, B516, B517, B518, B519, B520, B537, B538, B539, B540, B541§, B542§, B544, B545, B547, B549§, B550§, B551, B553
B Deck
I
C002, C003, C004, C005, C006, C007, C008, C009, C010, C011, C012, C014, C015, C016, C017, C018, C019, C020, C021, C041, C042, C043, C044, C045§, C046§, C047, C048, C049, C050, C051, C052, C053, C054, C055, C056, C057, C502, C503, C504, C505, C506, C507, C508, C509, C510, C511, C512, C514, C515, C516, C517, C518, C519, C520, C521, C541, C542, C543, C544, C545§, C546§, C547, C548, C549, C550, C551, C552, C553, C554, C555, C556, C557
C Deck
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J
D001,D002, D004, D005, D006, D008, D009, D010, D011, D012,D015, D016, D017, D018, D019, D020, D021, D022, D025^, D046, D047, D048§, D049§, D051, D052, D053, D055, D056, D057, D058, D059, D061§, D062, D063, D064, D065, D501, D502, D504, D505, D506, D508, D509, D510, D511, D512, D515, D516, D517, D518, D519, D520, D521, D522, D526^, D546, D547, D548§, D549§, D551, D552, D553, D555, D556, D557, D558, D559, D561§, D562, D563, D564, D565
D Deck
K
E010, E011, E012, E014, E015, E016, E017, E018, E019, E020, E021, E022, E029, E030, E031, E032, E033§, E034§, E035, E036, E037, E038, E039, E040, E510, E511, E512, E514, E515, E516, E517, E518, E519, E520, E521, E522, E529, E530, E531, E532, E533§, E534§, E535, E536, E537, E538, E539, E540
E Deck
L
E001#, E002#, E003#, E004#, E005§#, E006§#, E007#, E008#, E009, E041, E042, E043§, E044§, E045, E046, E047, E048, E049, E501#, E502#, E503#, E504#, E505§#, E506§#, E507#, E508#, E509, E541, E542, E543§, E544§, E545, E546, E547, E548, E549
E Deck
SINGLE SUITE MS
B525~
DELUXE SINGLE PS
D026‡
D Deck
SUPERIOR SINGLE WITH BALCONY QS
A004, A008, A012, A038§, A041, A506, A510, A515, A540§, A543
A Deck
RS
B005, B009, B014, B043, B046, B048, B505, B509, B514, B543, B546, B548
B Deck
SS
D003, D007, D014, D050, D054, D060§, D503, D507, D514, D550, D554, D560§
D Deck
STANDARD SINGLE WITH BALCONY TS
A030, A031, A032, A532§, A533, A534, B034, B035, B036, B534, B535, B536
A Deck, B Deck
US
C026, C027, C028, C029, C030, C031, C038, C039, C040, C526, C527, C528, C529, C530, C531, C538§, C539, C540
C Deck
WS
D027, D028, D029, D030, D031, D032, D033, D034, D035, D036, D037, D038, D039, D040, D043, D044, D045, D527, D528, D529, D530, D531, D532, D533, D534, D535, D536, D537, D538, D539, D540, D543, D544, D545, E026, E027, E028, E526, E527, E528
D Deck, E Deck
^ Wheelchair adapted ~ Separate bath and shower ‡ Bath with shower over § Interconnecting cabins available to purchase together # This cabin has a partially obstructed view
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B001~, B501~
B Deck
BB
C001~, C501~
C Deck
CC
A044~, A047~, A546~, A549~
A Deck,
DD
B052~, B552~, C058~, C558~
B Deck, C Deck
EE
A022~§, A023~, A024~, A025~, A026~, A027~, A524~§, A525~, A526~, A527~, A528~, A529~
A Deck,
EJ
A021^~§, A523^~§
A Deck
FF
B025~, B026~, B027~, B028~, B029~, B030~, B031~, B526~, B527~, B528~, B529~, B530~, B531~,
B Deck
GG
C032~, C033~, C034~, C035~, C532~, C533~, C534~, C535~
C Deck
TWIN, DELUXE A
A017, A018, A019, A020, A028^, A029, A519, A520, A Deck, A521, A522, , A530, A531^§, S008, S009^, S508, S509^ Sun Deck
B
B021, B022, B023, B024, B032, B033, B521, B522, B523, B524, B532, B533
B Deck
C
C022, C023, C024, C036^, C037, C522, C523, C524, C525, C536, C537^§
C Deck
D
D023, D024, D041, D042, D523, D524, D525, D541, D542
D Deck
E
E023, E024, E025, E523, E524, E525
E Deck
DELUXE SINGLE NS
S007, S507
PS
C025
Sun Deck C Deck
STANDARD TWIN WITH BALCONY F
S001, S002, S003, S004§, S005§, S006, S501, S502, S503, S504, S505, S506
Sun Deck
G
A001, A002, A003, A005, A006, A007, A009§, A010§, A011, A014, A015, A016, A033, A034, A035, A036, A037§, A039, A040, A042, A043, A045, A046, A501, A502, A503, A504, A505, A507, A508, A509, A511, A512, A514, A516, A517, A518, A535, A536, A537, A538, A539§, A541, A542, A544, A545, A547, A548
A Deck
H
B002, B003, B004, B006, B007, B008, B010, B011, B012, B015, B016, B017, B018, B019, B020, B037, B038, B039, B040, B041§, B042§, B044, B045, B047, B049§, B050§, B051, B053, B502, B503, B504, B506, B507, B508, B510, B511§, B512§, B515, B516, B517, B518, B519, B520, B537, B538, B539, B540, B541§, B542§, B544, B545, B547, B549§, B550§, B551, B553
B Deck
I
C002, C003, C004, C005, C006, C007, C008, C009, C010, C011, C012, C014, C015, C016, C017, C018, C019, C020, C021, C041, C042, C043, C044, C045§, C046§, C047, C048, C049, C050, C051, C052, C053, C054, C055, C056, C057, C502, C503, C504, C505, C506, C507, C508, C509, C510, C511, C512, C514, C515, C516, C517, C518, C519, C520, C521, C541, C542, C543, C544, C545§, C546§, C547, C548, C549, C550, C551, C552, C553, C554, C555, C556, C557
C Deck
^ Wheelchair adapted ~ Separate bath and shower § Interconnecting cabins available to purchase together # This cabin has a partially obstructed view 40
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Decks 4-8 STANDARD TWIN WITH BALCONY
J
D001,D002, D004, D005, D006, D008, D009, D010, D011, D012,D015, D016, D017, D018, D019, D020, D021, D022, D025^, D046, D047, D048§, D049§, D051, D052, D053, D055, D056, D057, D058, D059, D061§, D062, D063, D064, D065, D501, D502, D504, D505, D506, D508, D509, D510, D511, D512, D515, D516, D517, D518, D519, D520, D521, D522, D526^, D546, D547, D548§, D549§, D551, D552, D553, D555, D556, D557, D558, D559, D561§, D562, D563, D564, D565
D Deck
K
E010, E011, E012, E014, E015, E016, E017, E018, E019, E020, E021, E022, E029, E030, E031, E032, E033§, E034§, E035, E036, E037, E038, E039, E040, E510, E511, E512, E514, E515, E516, E517, E518, E519, E520, E521, E522, E529, E530, E531, E532, E533§, E534§, E535, E536, E537, E538, E539, E540
E Deck
L
E001#, E002#, E003#, E004#, E005§#, E006§#, E007#, E008#, E009, E041, E042, E043§, E044§, E045, E046, E047, E048, E049, E501#, E502#, E503#, E504#, E505§#, E506§#, E507,# E508#, E509, E541, E542, E543§, E544§, E545, E546, E547, E548, E549
E Deck
SINGLE SUITE MS
B525~
PS
D026
B Deck
DELUXE SINGLE D Deck
SUPERIOR SINGLE WITH BALCONY QS
A004, A008, A012, A038§, A041, A506, A510, A515, A540§, A543
A Deck
RS
B005, B009, B014, B043, B046, B048, B505, B509, B514, B543, B546, B548
B Deck
SS
D003, D007, D014, D050, D054, D060§, D503, D507, D514, D550, D554, D560§
D Deck
TS
A030, A031, A032, A532§, A533, A534, B034, B035, B036, B534, B535, B536
A Deck, B Deck
US
C026, C027, C028, C029, C030, C031, C038, C039, C040, C526, C527, C528, C529, C530, C531, C538§, C539, C540
C Deck
WS
D027, D028, D029, D030, D031, D032, D033, D034, D035, D036, D037, D038, D039, D040, D043, D044, D045, D527, D528, D529, D530, D531, D532, D533, D534, D535, D536, D537, D538, D539, D540, D543, D544, D545, E026, E027, E028, E526, E527, E528
D Deck, E Deck
STANDARD SINGLE WITH BALCONY
^ Wheelchair adapted ~ Separate bath and shower § Interconnecting cabins available to purchase together # This cabin has a partially obstructed view
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CRUISE CALENDAR 2022 SPIRIT OF ADVENTURE all-inclusive cruises Date
Cruise
Jan 5, 2022 South America: A Grand Voyage
Nights
Departs
Code
Page
SAVE up to £1800 per person
Offer
83
Southampton
SU042
Call for details 14
Mar 29
The Glorious Canary Islands
SAVE up to 25%
15
Southampton
SU045
Apr 13
In the Footsteps of St James
LIMITED AVAILABILITY
11
Southampton
SU046
17
Apr 24
Croatia and Cities of the Central Mediterranean
NEW LOWER FARE
22
Southampton
SU047
20
May 16
An Irish Interlude
SAVE up to 30%
5
Southampton
SU048
Call for details
May 21
Ancient Wonders of the Black Sea
LAST FEW CABINS
32
Southampton
SU049
Call for details
Jun 22
Exhibition of the Baltic
NEW LOWER FARES
16
Southampton
SU050
23
Jul 8
Melodies of Ireland
SAVE up to 25%
11
Southampton
SU051
25
Jul 19
Spitzbergen's Arctic Landscapes
NEW LOWER FARE
18
Southampton
SU052
26
Aug 6
Croatia and Cities of the Central Mediterranean
SAVE up to 25%
22
Southampton
SU053
20
Aug 28
Britain's Celtic Fringe
SAVE up to 25%
13
Southampton
SU054
29
Sep 10
Secrets of the Emerald Isle
SAVE up to 20%
9
Southampton
SU055
31
Sep 19
Majestic Fjordland
SAVE up to 25%
9
Southampton
SU056
Call for details
Sep 28
Spain and the French Riviera
SAVE up to 30%
15
Southampton
SU057
32
Oct 13
Classical Islands of Greece
NEW LOWER FARES
22
Southampton
SU058
Call for details
Nov 4
The Glorious Canary Islands
SAVE up to 35%
15
Southampton
SU059
14
Nov 19
Archipelagos of the Atlantic
SAVE up to 35%
19
Southampton
SU060
Call for details
Dec 8
Grand Caribbean Christmas
SAVE up to 20%
35
Southampton
SU061
Call for details
Page
SPIRIT OF DISCOVERY all-inclusive cruises Date
Nights
Departs
Code
Jan 6, 2022 The Glorious Canary Islands
Cruise
SAGA MAGAZINE SUBSCRIBER OFFER
Offer
15
Southampton
SD062
14
Jan 21
Rhythm of the Caribbean
LAST FEW CABINS
30
Southampton
SD063
Call for details
Feb 27
An Arctic Aurora
LAST FEW CABINS
14
Southampton
SD064
Call for details
Mar 13
Islands and Coastlines of the Mediterranean
NEW OFFER: SAVE up to £700 per person
18
Southampton
SD065
15
Mar 31
Flavours of the Western Mediterranean
NEW OFFER: SAVE up to £500 per person
15
Southampton
SD066
16
Apr 15
Easter in the Low Countries
SAVE UP TO 30%
5
Southampton
SD067
18
Apr 20
Magic of the Fjords
NEW LOWER FARE
7
Dover
SD068
19
Apr 27
Baltic Ensemble
NEW LOWER FARE
15
Dover
SD069
21
May 12
Springtime in the British Isles
NEW LOWER FARE
14
Dover
SD070
22
May 26
Magic of the Fjords
SOLD OUT
7
Dover
SD071
-
Jun 2
Corsica, Sardinia and the Islands of the Western Mediterranean LAST FEW CABINS
17
Dover
SD072
Call for details Call for details
Jun 19
Icelandic Adventure
LAST FEW CABINS
14
Dover
SD073
Jul 3
Riddle of the Sands
SAVE up to 20%
7
Dover
SD074
24
Jul 10
Natural Greenland
LAST FEW CABINS
21
Dover
SD075
Call for details
Jul 31
Into the Gulf of Bothnia
SAVE up to 25%
17
Dover
SD076
27
Aug 17
Western France and the Costa Verde
SAVE up to 30%
14
Dover
SD077
28
Aug 31
Beautiful Norway
SAVE up to 20%
7
Dover
SD078
30
Sep 7
Islands and Coastlines of the Mediterranean
SAVE up to 30%
18
Dover
SD079
Call for details
Sep 25
Capital Cities of the Baltic
SAVE up to 30%
16
Dover
SD080
Call for details Call for details
Oct 11
A Taste of the Continent
SAVE up to 35%
5
Dover
SD081
Oct 16
The Glorious Canary Islands
SAVE up to 35%
15
Dover
SD082
14
Oct 31
Flavours of the Western Mediterranean
SAVE up to 35%
15
Southampton
SD083
Call for details
Nov 15
Islands of the Atlantic
SAVE up to 35%
19
Southampton
SD084
Call for details
Dec 4
Winter Sun in the Canary Islands
SAVE up to 35%
14
Southampton
SD085
Call for details
Dec 18
Festive Traditions of Spain and Her Islands
SAVE up to 25%
21
Southampton
SD086
Call for details
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aga Holidays is a trading name of ST&H Ltd (registration no. 2174052) and ST&H Ltd and Saga Cruises Ltd (registration no. 3267858), are subsidiaries of ST&H Group Ltd S (registration no. 0720588). All three companies are registered in England and Wales. Registered Office: Enbrook Park, Sandgate, Folkestone, Kent CT20 3SE. With respect to general insurance products sold in the UK, ST&H Ltd is an appointed representative of Saga Services Limited, registered in England and Wales (company no. 732602), which is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Please refer to the essential information, which includes details about financial protection and the ATOL Certificate. NTW-SC5564. Published August 2021.