HISTORY & HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EASTERN MEDITERRANEAN
Treat yourself to a journey through history on this amazing route to the most magnificent cultural treasures around the Aegean. In Istanbul, the city on the Bosphorus, the minarets of the Blue Mosque and the worldfamous Hagia Sofia tower above the sea of houses. The region was already densely populated thousands of years ago - excavation sites in Troy, Ephesus or Bodrum bear witness to the life of its inhabitants and the power of its rulers at that time. In Greece and Italy you will experience an exciting mix of paradisiacal beaches, charming villages and historical excavation sites.
DATE PORT ARR DEP
Wed 12 Apr Flight to Istanbul, Turkey Transfer to Istanbul Port & embarkation -
Thu 13 Apr Istanbul, Turkey - 1800
Fri 14 Apr Kepez, Turkey 0800 1700
Sat 15 Apr Kusadasi, Turkey 0800 -
Sun 16 Apr Kusudasi, Turkey - 1800
Mon 17 Apr Bodrum, Turkey 0800 2200
Tue 18 Apr Santorini, Greece 0800 2000
Wed 19 Apr At Sea
Thu 20 Apr Syracuse, Sicily & Disembarkation 0700
Guided Visit of Ortigia Transfer to Pozzallo & Catamaran to Malta
Price per person includes:
• Flight Malta to Istanbul including 23kg checked in luggage & 8kg hand luggage
€1149 €1269 €1419 €1949
€1099 €1249 €1199 €1399 €1319 €1749 €1549 €2149
• Transfer Airport/Port in Turkey and Port/Port in Sicily
• 8 nights cruise on Vasco da Gama on full board basis
• Half Day Tour in Ortigia
• Catamaran to Malta
• Airport, Port Taxes & fuel surcharge
• Service of a Tour Manager
• Protection by the Insolvency Fund
Not Included:
• Drinks package
• Excursions
• Gratuities
VASCO
DA GAMA
In its own unique way, Vasco Da Gama combines the Portuguese explorer tradition with the demands of today’s cruise guests: a wide range of different bars and restaurants in an exclusive setting, lots of public space with a modern interior and tasteful design elements. On board, you’ll find a full range of equipment for spa, fitness and your personal leisure activities. You won’t find any other comparable cruise ship of this size on the market offering such good value for money. The personal atmosphere on board due to the manageable number of guests is key to the sense of well-being.
Cabin information
Your home on the high seas: on board Vasco Da Gama you will find exactly the right cabin for your cruise on the oceans. No matter which deck you are on or which category you choose - you will feel completely at home. All cabins are equipped with a wardrobe, a shower or bath, rest room, individually regulated air conditioning/heating, a safe and satellite TV. The beds can be separated into two singles if desired. Hairdryers are available in all cabins.
Important facts of your ship
Ship type: nicko Hochsee
Languages: German, English
Capacity: 1000 passengers
Crew: 550 members
Length: 219 meter
Width: 31 meter
Draught: 7.8 meter
Voltage: 220 volt
CLASSIC DRINKS PACKAGE PREMIUM BEVERAGE PACKAGE
Open house wines by the glass (white, rosé and red) - Open house sparkling wine by the glass - Port wine, Madeira wine and sherryDraft and bottled beers, non-alcoholic beer (except Guinness and Somersby Cider) - All non-alcoholic cocktails - Aperitif (Aperol spritz/orange, Campari soda/orange) - All open non-alcoholic drinks (juices and soft drinks) - Mineral water and still waterHot chocolate and tea (valid for travels from 2021) - Filter coffee, cappuccino, espresso, hot chocolate and tea, available in "Dome", "Cappuccino's", "Blue Room" and "Ocean Bar" (valid for travel from 2022)
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES FOR KIDS & TEENS
Drinks package for kids & teens All open non-alcoholic drinks (juices, soft drinks, mineral water, still water, hot chocolate and tea) are included.
All drinks of the Classic package and additionally: Crémant by the glass - Guinness (bottle) and Somersby Cider (bottle) - All cocktails (with alcohol) - San Pellegrino mineral water - Premium mixers (e.g. Fever Tree Tonic Water Elderflower and Tonic 1724)
- Various Scotch and Whisky (e.g. Chivas Regal 12 years, Jack Daniel’s Old No. 7) - Various Gin (e.g. Bombay Star, Tanqueray 10 and Hendrick’s) - Various vodkas (e.g. Stolichnaya, Absolut Citron, Belvedere, Ketel One and Grey Goose) - Various types of rum (e.g. Havana Club Anejo, Mount Gay, Pyrat XO Reserve and Sagatiba Pura Cachaca) - Various Tequila (e.g. Jose Cuervo Silver and Gold, Patron Silver and Anejo and Don Julio Anejo) - Various brandies and cognacs (e.g. Armagnac Clés des Ducs, Calvados, Grappa Alexander Cru and Hennessy VSOP) - Various fruit brandies (raspberry brandy, kirsch, Mirabell, fruit brandy and Williams pear) - Various liqueurs (e.g. Amaretto, Bailey’s, Frangelico, Galliano, Kahlua and Limoncello) - Various bitters (Fernet Branca, Jägermeister) - Various vermouths (e.g. Dubonnet Aperitif and Martini Bianco/Rosso) - Aquavit (Bommerlunder and Loiten’s line)