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Malta-to-Malta Cruises 2020
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The TUI Cruises Premium Alles Inklusive-concept This Orange Travel Group Ultra All-Inclusive Logo
means that most meals, most of the drinks, Nespresso Machine in every cabin, Free entrance to Sauna, Gym & Sport facilities and all port taxes and gratuities are included in the TUI Cruises Premium Alles Inklusive-concept
+Orange Travel Group All-Inclusive Benefits include
5 Shore excursions in English and an English Speaking representative
Most Restaurants
A selection of restaurants to choose from, offering a huge variety of delicious cuisine - always freshly cooked and mouth watering. Some restaurants are excluded from the Premium Alles Inklusive-concept
Nespresso Machine
The comfort of a Nespresso coffee machine in every cabin (1 capsule per person per day included in the price). In every cabin one can also find a caraffe of water that can be filled up regularly and free of charge at the water stations present in every corridor.
5 Shore Excursions Included
All the 5 excursions are carried out by experienced licensed local guides (except Civitavecchia/Rome) and are the only official excursions in English. These excursions are part of your cruise package and you do not have to pay extra. Refer to pages at the end of the brochure. Excursions cannot be changed into TUI Cruises excursions
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Most of the Drinks
including a comprehensive list of Spirits Beer, Table Wine, most of the spirits, whiskies, juices, soft drinks and coffee specialities. The list of drinks that are included in the price is never-ending and available even outside the restaurant hours.
Sport, Sauna & SPA
Various sports and health offerings as well as the entry to the SPA & Sport area and a modern gym are already included.
All Port Taxes & Gratuities
No extra charges. Once on board you do not have to pay any gratuities.
English Speaking Representative
An English speaking representative shall be on board throughout the whole cruise, providing daily cruise programmes in English and answering queries at appointed times of the day. She/He will also assist you during the shore excursions. An introductory meeting will be held on the first day of your cruise.
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The above prices are per adult. All prices quoted in these pages include all taxes, tips and all our excursions. Children 2-14 years: €299. (02Aug Child €399) Infants (under 2 years min 6 months): €99. Single supplement: 60% of the Twin Rate
Athens Piraeus
Mykonos Rhodes
MALTA Chania
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Port Country Arr Valletta Malta - At Sea - Chania (Crete) Greece 08:00 Rhodes Greece 08:00 Mykonos Greece 07:00 Piraeus/Athens Greece 05:30 At Sea - Valletta Malta 04:30
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The Cruise Package Includes: • • • • • • • • •
7 nights accommodation in the cabin of your choice Meals in almost all restaurants Drinks according to the Premium Alles Inklusive Bar menu 5 shore excursions in English by a local expert guide Free entrance into the SPA & Sport area All tips and service charges All port taxes English speaking Representative Protection by the Insolvency Fund
Excursions (Included) • • • • •
Chania - Chrissi Akti Beach Chania - Rethymnon Rhodes - Lindos Town Mykonos Island Tour Piraeus - Athens City
Important Notice
The official language on board TUI Cruises Mein Schiif 5 fleet is German as the vast majority of guests on board will be German nationals. All entertainment and announcements will be in German and there will be no official translation into English. Our English speaking representative on board will be there to assist you. Some menus are available in English on demand. Almost all the crew on-board, who originate from over 50 countries, speak English. Our shore sightseeing excursions and the safety drill will be in English. Your daily programme will be translated into English by our representative.
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Chania - Rethymnon
Today we offer you an excursion to the exceptionally beautiful town of Rethymno which lies in the centre of Crete and surely is one of the highlights of any visit to Greece. It is built between the modern day capital of the island, Heraklion, and the ancient capital of Chania. Rethymnon is the third largest city of the island and is a fascinating combination of old and new: In the old quarter, evidence of Rethymnon’s Venetian and Ottoman past is all around one. On our guided city walk you will be meandering through the narrow maze of streets that seem a world apart from the hustle and bustle of modern-day life. On the other hand, the new town provides residents and visitors alike with all the amenities and facilities one could wish for in the 21st century. Rethymno and its villages offer picture postcard views, which are pervaded by the aroma of Cretan cuisine and the sounds of the Cretan lyre. The great number of visitors who return repeatedly confirm the words of the poet: ”Rethymno is not a place where you go to, but a place where you return. We return to the Mein Schiif 5 for lunch on-board.
Chania - Chrissi Akti Beach
In the afternoon we offer you a transfer to the Golden Beach (greek: Hrissi Akti), one of the most beautiful in all of Crete, which is located 5 km west of Souda and a few meters east of Agii Apostoli. It actually consists of two sandy beaches separated by a small hill. The west cove is the main Golden Beach and the east one is called Aptera beach. The west bay, which is the most popular, is very well organized with umbrellas, lifeguards, showers, cafes, water sports etc. It has fine golden sand and shallow waters, making it also ideal for young children. Moreover, there is a playground for kids nearby. The sandy beach of Aptera, located on the other side of the hill, is more peaceful and less organized. There are the ruins of the hotel Aptera Beach, which was abandoned in the late 90s due to debts. The beach is very nice and suitable for those who seek for a place with relatively few people. The whole area to Agii Apostoli is full of small parks with pines and eucalyptuses. After approx. 2.5 hours of free time for swimming, the bus will take you back to the port of Souda.
Rhodes - Lindos Town
A scenic 60-minute drive along the east coast of Rhodes, passing historic Mandraki Harbor where the Colossus of Rhodes-one of the seven wonders of the ancient world-once stood takes you to Lindos, Have your camera ready, as we’ll pass plenty of picturesque little villages and medieval structures, as well as a countryside filled with fragrant lemon and orange orchards, verdant olive groves and picturesque vineyards. Upon arriving the guide will walk with you to Old Town (ca 500 metres) after which you will have approximately 1 hour free time in Lindos. You might wish to climb the 270 steps to the acropolis (entrance fee not included) to enjoy a birds-eye view of Lindos or, alternatively, you might wish to do some souvenir shopping or enjoy a coffee at one of the numerous coffeeshops. We return to our bus which takes us to Rhodes town where you can join the guide for a walk through the historical centre. Walking along the paved Street of the Knights, one of the best preserved medieval arteries, you will come across residences which once belonged to the Order of the Knights of St. John of Jerusalem. Before reaching the Palace of the Grand Master (if you wish to enter the Grand Master Palace you can do so on your own after the tour has finished or in the afternoon – entrance is not included), you will see the Mosque of Suleiman the Magnificent, the Turkish Baths, the Hospital of the Knights (which now houses the Archaeological Museum) and the Church of Our Lady of the Castle.
Mykonos Island Tour
After disembarking (the ship might be on anchor, in which case we have to use tender boats to get ashore) we have a half day excursion to see a bit more of this beautiful island. It is after all the most famous Greek island and is established as the cosmopolitan centre of Cyclades. Arriving at the harbour of Mykonos we are welcomed by a row of windmills which stand guard looking out to the open sea. These windmills together with the pelicans are the symbols that signify Mykonos Island. Enjoy the drive over the little hills passing brilliant white sugar–cube buildings with splashes of colour from their bright blue shutters and beautiful flowers. We drive past some of the most wonderful beaches including Ornis Beach and Aghios Ioannis Beach, where ‘Shirley Valentine’ was filmed, before turning inland to visit Ano Mera, the most populated village on Mykonos. Ano Mera is not as crowded as other parts of Mykonos during summer and has a long religious history, since the 18th century Monastery of Panagia Tourliani and the ruin of the 12th century Monastery of Paleokastro are to be found here. We shall have a short stop near the quaint central square for you to enjoy the traditional Mykonos atmosphere whilst looking at the little stalls selling fresh products and excellent local cheeses. We return via Kalafatis beach and St. John’s Bay to Mykonos Town. The guide will walk with you to the famous windmills and from there take you through the maze of narrow streets, filled with numerous souvenir shops, little bars and tavernas. Some free time for souvenir shopping before the bus takes us back to our ship.
Piraeus - Athens City
We depart early from Piraeus harbour to reach Athens after short drive. On the way we see some of the stadiums which were built for the summer Olympics in 2004 and Microlimano, a beautiful little cove in Piraeus famous for its speciality restaurants. Upon arrival in Athens the bus will take us to a view-point from where we can have a look at the Acropolis, one of the wonders of the ancient world and the guide will give you a short introduction into Greek mythology and culture. We continue with a panoramic tour by bus showing you the major sights of Athens such as the Syntagma Square, the law courts, the Greek parliament, Hadrian’s Arch and the Old Olympic Stadium. We shall stop at the Plaka district, a most vividly colourful neighbourhood in the old town of Athens. This area is home to clothing boutiques, souvenir shops, speciality stores and numerous taverns and restaurants. Some free time for souvenir shopping will be allowed. We return for lunch to our ship.
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