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OUR PHILOSOPHY
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MV AEGEAN ODYSSEY
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VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY 2018 SPRING SAILINGS SUMMER SAILINGS AUTUMN SAILINGS GRAND VOYAGES
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Artistic treasures, coastal and river cruising, historic cities and natural wonders “The world is a book, and those who do not travel read only one page.”
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his year is the most exciting in the history of Voyages to Antiquity as we are visiting more countries and cruising more seas than ever before. In 2018, we will take you from the crystal-clear Aegean to the wide-open waters of the Atlantic and from the sun-baked Greek Islands to the volcanic landscapes of Iceland. We are pleased to present our inaugural voyage to Norway and the Norwegian Fjords, as well as returning to Egypt. You can also visit the great cities of London, Dublin and Edinburgh, and the spectacular scenery of the Scottish Highlands and Islands on a circumnavigation of the British Isles. Along with these meticulously planned itineraries, you’ll enjoy an expert guest speaker
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programme on each voyage, all of which offer outstanding value. In this brochure, you will not only find all you need to know about our ship, Aegean Odyssey, but also an insight into the excellent destinations and sites you will visit, as well as discovering the wonderful river and coastal cruising experiences on offer. The introductory pages outline our philosophy and the historical and cultural background of the countries we visit, while the itineraries have been written in a way that will enhance your appreciation of the cruises and excursions in this year’s programme. With so much included in the fare, you will also appreciate the excellent value for money these wonderful voyages offer.
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AWARD-WINNING JOURNEYS ~
UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCES We offer voyages to the historic, cultural and artistic heart of Europe. These fantastic journeys range from Athens, Rome and the other great centres of antiquity to the Greek Islands, the glamorous Cote d’Azur and the wine regions of Portugal and France. They journey on to the romantic Cornish coast in the west of England, the highlands and islands of Scotland and the dramatic landscapes of Iceland and Norway.
Spring, Summer And Autumn: A voyAge for All SeASonS Starting in the Spring sunshine of the Aegean and eastern Mediterranean, moving north in the hot summer months, and sailing south for autumn warmth, these unforgettable journeys have been designed to take advantage of the seasons. Along the way, you will enjoy expertly-guided tours of the great treasures of antiquity, and social events such as sherry tasting in one of Spain’s top bodegas, wine tasting in France, and cocktail
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parties on board. You will also travel through some of the most stunning scenery in the world including Iceland’s unique landscapes, the majestic fjords of Norway, the west country of England, and the rugged coast of Scotland.
The Aegean Experience – Athens, Classical Greece and the Greek Islands In Spring and Autumn, our voyages and special in-depth land tours of ancient Greece and its islands will take you to all the key sights, and with expert guides and lecturers your visit to this truly remarkable place will bring to life this "Golden Age" of Western civilisation.
The poet John Milton called Athens "the eye of Greece, mother of arts and eloquence," and it was here in the 5th century BC that the genius and creativity of the ancient Greek world shone with unprecedented brilliance. This was the time of the great statesman Pericles who organised the construction of the Acropolis, of the dramatists Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripedes and, of course, of the philosopher Socrates. After the vibrancy of Athens, you’ll head out of town to the tranquillity of the Greek countryside with visits to the elegant ruins of Delphi, Agamemnon’s ancient capital of Mycenae, and the monumental grandeur of
the amphitheatre at Epidaurus. Cruising the Greek Islands then offers a wonderful contrast and, as you sail through the sparkling waters of the Aegean, you have time to meet your fellow passengers, get to know the ship and relax into life on board. As well as stunning natural beauty, the isles of Greece offer some of the most impressive sites from this region's fascinating history. On Delos, legendary birthplace of Apollo and the paramount religious sanctuary of the ancient Greek world, you can walk along the Terrace of the Lions with its famous marble guardian lion statues and explore the classic Doric Temple of the Delians.
By contrast, nearby Mykonos offers the more sybaritic experience of vibrant tavernas and bustling shops. A visit to Crete takes you back to the time of the Minoans, one of the earliest civilisations of antiquity, and the ornate palace at Knossos. Charming Patmos, the Crusader stronghold of Rhodes, spectacular Santorini, and Volos for the unique monasteries at Meteora also feature on these in-depth journeys.
Explore Venice, the Dalmatian fjords, Roman palaces and Adriatic islands The first doge (duke) of Venice was elected in 726AD and the Venetian republic existed
for over a millennium until 1797. Often referred to as La Serenissima, the Most Serene Republic, the Venetians acquired an empire of trade and commercial interests. This wealth funded the marvellous city you see today. Unlike most cruises on larger vessels that offer a brief stop off in this wonderful place, our itineraries include an overnight stay so you have time to explore the city, shops, sites and restaurants of Venice. Furthermore, your visit will be crowned by a real treat, an exclusive visit to La Fenice Opera House As you make your way to or from Venice, one of the great advantages of small-ship cruising becomes apparent as the size of
Aegean Odyssey means that you sail as close as possible to some of the most dramatic and beautiful scenery in the world. Cruising in coastal waters allows you to appreciate the true magnificence of Kotor Bay. Cutting through the Dinaric Alps in Montenegro, this dramatically beautiful inlet stretches over 20 miles inland and is Europe’s southernmost fjord. Along the Croatian coast Aegean Odyssey calls at two fascinating and architecturally pleasing ports, Dubrovnik and Split. The beauty of Dubrovnik moved the writer George Bernard Shaw to describe it as “Paradise on Earth” and indeed it’s hard to imagine anyone becoming jaded by the city’s marble streets, baroque buildings and charming people. Further up the Adriatic coast, the highlight of the visit to Split is without doubt touring the vast Palace of Diocletian. Completed in 305AD, the limestone and marble palace was built by the Emperor Diocletian for his retirement, and the complex comprised three temples, Diocletian’s massive mausoleum (now the Cathedral of St Dominus) and enough accommodation to house 9,000 people.
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Mediterranean islands, French Riviera chic and Italy’s Dolce Vita Much of Mediterranean life, culture and history revolve around its magnificent islands and our itineraries include visits to some of the most alluring. With its impressive fortifications and surroundings, it is hard to beat the drama of arriving at the Grand Harbour of Valletta, the capital of Malta. Ruled by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Normans, Arabs and the Order of the Knights of St John, Valletta is one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world.
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Nearby Sicily is also blessed with remarkable historical treasures including the Greek theatre at Taormina, the cathedral of Monreale, and the temples at Segesta. You will also cruise the beautiful waters around the Maddalena Archipelago and call at Napoleon’s place of exile, Elba,
as well as the place of his birth, the Corsican capital, Ajaccio. No other country in Europe combines the best of art, culture, gastronomy and style with quite the same panache as Italy. Here you can enjoy a scoop of the most delicious ice cream in the world as you admire some of the greatest treasures of antiquity, or sip a Campari while sitting in the sunshine on the stunning Amalfi Coast. Whether you are marvelling at Pisa’s famous tower or wandering through the extensive ruins of tragic Pompeii, the joy of Italy and its way of life will entrance you. Furthermore, from the grandeur of Imperial Rome to the Renaissance splendour of
Florence, Italy’s great cities are places of charm and wonder. Few will forget setting sight on the monumental Colosseum and the sprawling Roman Forum or the great Florentine Renaissance palaces and their numerous masterpieces of western art. Provence is an ideal place to not only explore the lavender fields and charming villages of Provence, but also for visiting some of southern France’s most interesting places. Chief among these is the medieval town of Avignon. Surrounded by wellpreserved 800-year-old stone ramparts, graceful Avignon was once the seat of papal power and this honour bestowed the city with a legacy of magnificent art and architecture, none grander than the
massive medieval fortress and papal palace, Palais des Papes. Aix-en-Provence, Marseilles, and Carcassonne with its impressive fortress, also await. The natural beauty of the French Riviera including Nice and Monte Carlo, combined with its mild Mediterranean climate have made them popular destinations since the 18th century.
A taste of Spain – from Moorish palaces to river cruising Arriving in Spain, Aegean Odyssey takes you on a spectacular journey cruising up the Guadalquivir River to moor in the heart of the Andalusian city of Seville. Spain is rightly famous for its great food and wine, and a stop at Jerez allows you to sample one of the country’s most famous products. In the year 711, Moorish forces from Morocco and Algeria invaded Spain and in seven years conquered the Iberian Peninsula, eventually conquering territory that comprised most of Spain, Portugal and parts of France. Their rule lasted until 1492
and the Moors left behind a remarkable legacy of elaborate palaces, mosques and gardens. Two of the greatest treasures from this time are the Alhambra in Granada and the Great Mosque in Cordoba. In Seville, you’ll stand on the exact spot where Columbus set sail for the Americas. With its cosmopolitan lifestyle, stunning architecture, fabulous food and fascinating historical sites, Barcelona is understandably one of Europe’s most popular destinations. Highlights of your visit include the Roman sites of the city including the Temple of Apollo and Roman remains in the Gothic Quarter and, perhaps the most extraordinary of the city’s landmarks, the Sagrada Familia, the massive Catalan church designed by the visionary architect Antoni Gaudi.
An unforgettable pilgrimage The capital of the Spanish province of Galicia, Santiago de Compostela is one of the most important places in Christendom as it is reputed to be the place where St James, one of the twelve Apostles of Christ, is buried. It was in the 8th century AD that the remains were identified as those of Saint James the Great, and their acceptance as such by the Pope and Charlemagne. From then on, this settlement was not just a city, but a holy city, and one of the main centres of Christian pilgrimage.
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River cruising, cities, chateaux and vineyards Sailing along France’s Atlantic Coast, Aegean Odyssey cruises up the River Gironde to berth in the centre of Bordeaux, a city rightly regarded as the wine capital of the world, producing some of the great vintages available – and the perfect opportunity to taste and learn about the vineyards. Further up the coast you will sail into the Loire to Nantes and the picturesque Chateaux Country. You will visit the most elaborate and magnificent chateaux including Chenonceau, one of the most recognisable chateaux in the world. On our southbound journey you will also sail into the River Seine to Rouen and our base for a day in Paris or the Palace of Versailles. On France’s northern coast you can enjoy a day in the pretty harbour of Honfleur, and also visit Mont Saint-Michel, the seat of a monastery since the 8th century.
England’s West Country coastline Framed by some of England’s most beautiful countryside, the historic port of Falmouth is our first port of call in the
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United Kingdom. Fortified by Henry VIII and the place where news of Nelson’s victory – and his death – at Trafalgar was landed, Falmouth is soaked in British history. From here you will drive through the Cornish countryside to a place that can lay claim to being one of the modern wonders of the world – The Eden Project. Aegean Odyssey then sails up the estuary of the River Dart to the idyllic town of Dartmouth. Situated at the mouth of the River Dart, this small fishing port is a quintessential English seaside town.
With its Elizabethan streets, charming harbour and unspoilt beaches it is a truly magical place.
The Norwegian Fjords and Amsterdam This year, Aegean Odyssey will make its inaugural voyage to the beautiful and dramatic coastline of Norway on the western border of Scandinavia, a magical place that is famous for its intricate network of clifflined saltwater inlets (fjords) criss-crossing the landscape. This enchanting realm has long been a place of inspiration for artists
and writers, including the 19th-century Norwegian Romantic, Adelsteen Normann, whose unflinching paintings of the fjords were largely responsible for popularising the region. A morning call in Amsterdam affords some time to take a relaxing stroll through the Dutch capital, where the network of canals has been compared to Venice. World renowned as a fun-loving destination, the city is also at the vanguard of the arts and has some world class museums.
while the Viking town of York has an immersive experience inside its newlyreopened Jorvik Centre.
Cities, castles and islands of Scotland Watched over by its imposing castle – the symbol of the city – Edinburgh combines medieval relics, Georgian grandeur and a powerful layer of modern life with contemporary avant-garde. In Edinburgh, medieval palaces rub shoulders with the best of modern architecture, Gothic churches with amazing museums and galleries, and evidence suggests that humans have inhabited the city for millennia. Criss-crossed by cobbled streets and narrow lanes, Edinburgh is a city that cries out to be explored. Another highlight of historic Scotland is its castles and our cruises feature visits to some of the most striking. These include the late Queen Mother’s favourite residence – the Castle of Mey, the largest and most impressive fortifications in Scotland – Stirling Castle, and the home of the Dukes of Argyll – Inveraray Castle.
Circumnavigate the British Isles Dublin is a capital that has a great history stretching back to the 9th century. This is not a city, however, that wears its history heavily and it is equally well-known for its warm welcome and legendary pubs. As part of her first ever circumnavigation of Britain, Aegean Odyssey will also visit two new ports-of-call on the east coast of England. Tyne is close to the remains of the great wall that was begun in 122AD by Emperor Hadrian to keep out the Ancient Britons,
The Shetland Islands is an archipelago comprising roughly one hundred islands off the northeast coast of Scotland. Home to rugged landscapes and free-roaming ponies, here you will not only enjoy the magnificent scenery, including Tingwall Valley, but also have the chance to see the remarkable archaeological site of Jarlshof which was first uncovered by a violent storm in the winter of 1896/7, revealing an extraordinary settlement embracing at least 5,000 years of human history.
Iceland: land of volcanoes, glaciers, myths and legends It has been said that the problem with travelling in Iceland is that it is hard to take in what you are seeing because every five minutes you are confronted with another breathtaking, life-affirming natural spectacle. With its deep fjords, rainbowarched waterfalls, volcanic peaks, gushing geysers and creeping glaciers, Iceland puts on one of the most dramatic natural spectacles on the planet. Our itinerary has been designed to ensure that you don’t miss any of the highlights this remarkable land has to offer. It takes you from the capital of Reykjavik and the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park where the European and North American
tectonic plates meet to the whale-filled bays of Isafjordur on the edge of the Arctic Circle and the geo-thermal baths at Myvatn. Here you will also be able to see some of the spectacular birdlife that makes its home on Iceland.
The Faroes and Orkneys As the ship heads back to Britain, she calls at the charming harbour of Torshavn on the Faroe Islands and Kirkwall on the Orkneys, where there is plenty of prehistoric archaeology to explore, including the Standing Stones of Stenness and the Ring of Brodgar, a huge ceremonial stone circle dating back almost 5,000 years, as well as the most complete Neolithic village in Europe, Skara Brae.
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AegeAn odySSey heAdS South for Autumn SunShine Having enjoyed the temperate climate of northern Europe during high summer, Aegean Odyssey then heads south to the Mediterranean as she makes her way to the incredible civilisations of ancient Egypt and Classical Greece.
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Autumn brings more exciting and new experiences as Aegean Odyssey retraces her course back to the Aegean with a magnificent Mediterranean Odyssey – a journey from Lisbon around the coast of Spain, the French and Italian Rivieras and Italy’s great Renaissance citys – a magnificent starter to our Autumn cruise programme.
voyage combining the great sites of Alexandria and Cairo with a land tour of Classical Greece. This features overnight hotel stays in Delphi and Nauplia, plus included sightseeing visits to the monastery at Osios Loukas, Agamemnon’s Mycenae, and the remarkably well-preserved theatre at Epidaurus (see pages 4, 5 and itinerary pages for further details).
Classical Greece, Ancient Egypt & Land of the Pharaohs
Alexander the Great gave his name to the small port of Alexandria on the coast of Egypt in 331BC, it marked the moment when the ancient period of the Pharaohs was finally over and was replaced by the
This year we are pleased to announce our welcome return to Egypt with a spectacular
Hellenistic Era. During the next three hundred years the Ptolemies conquered the region and expanded the city, taking advantage of its perfect position between the Greek and Persian empires so that by
the time Cleopatra began her reign as the last Ptolemaic ruler in 51BC, the vast pyramidal mausoleums containing the ancient God Kings which were built alongside the mysterious Great Sphinx of Giza were already over two thousand years old. The scale of these structures places them among the true wonders of mankind, as will become apparent when you gaze upon their breathtaking size during your twonight trip to Cairo, where you will also visit the Egyptian Museum and the wonders of Memphis and Sakkara to gain more insight into this extraordinary civilisation.
Cruising the Canary Islands and exotic Morocco La Palma is one of the most verdant of the Canary Islands, offering the opportunity to experience truly unspoiled nature. From the lush forests in the north to the desert landscapes of the south and the serene Parque Nacional de la Caldera de Taburiente, La Palma is a naturalist’s dream. By contrast Lanzarote is a place unlike anywhere else, with amazing geological features that have made its National Park of Timanfaya one of the most important in Spain. Elsewhere, the Famara
Massive allows for magnificent views of the small group of islands and islets to the north known as the "Archipelago Chinijo" (The Tiny Archipelago). Morocco, with its rich culture, fascinating history and exotic atmosphere should be high on everyone’s travel list. Combining cruising with an exciting land-tour ensures that you see the very best of this wonderful country including the labyrinthine souk and the Marjorelle Gardens of Marrakesh, the medieval city of Fez and the Roman ruins of Volubilis.
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our philosophy WITH MANY YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN SMALL-SHIP CRUISING, VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY HAS CREATED A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE THAT COMBINES COMFORT AND SERVICE WITH METICULOUSLY PLANNED ITINERARIES TO SOME OF THE WORLD’S MOST EXCITING AND INTERESTING DESTINATIONS.
WITH OPEN-SEATING DINING, COCKTAIL PARTIES AND LARGE PUBLIC SPACES, THE ATMOSPHERE ON BOARD AEGEAN ODYSSEY IS BOTH RELAXED AND CONVIVIAL. COMBINE THIS WITH OUR DEDICATION TO OFFERING OUR GUESTS OUTSTANDING VALUE AND IMPECCABLE SERVICE AND THE RESULT IS ONE WE KNOW YOU WILL APPRECIATE.
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THE BENEFITS OF SMALL-SHIP CRUISING
A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE ON BOARD
In contrast to the massive vessels cruising to and from the major ports of the Mediterranean, we have a ship adapted for island and coastal cruising. This means that Aegean Odyssey can visit smaller, less crowded harbours, sail closer to the coast enabling you to really appreciate the magical views, and even cruise upriver to reach some amazing cities.
Evenings on board There will be a string trio, pianist, casual dancing before and after dinner, and occasional visiting local entertainment. No casino or disco. The officers’ introductory cocktail party is casual without the usual formalities, and there will be plenty of opportunities to socialise with your fellow passengers and meet the officers.
As we carry an average of 350 passengers, our ship is ideal for those who dislike travelling around with hordes of people. This boutique-style cruising tends to be more expensive to operate than larger ships, but if you like to avoid crowds, wander around beautiful islands, cruise remote inlets and rivers, visit charming villages and explore ancient sites that are inaccessible to others, then Aegean Odyssey is the ideal ship.
Dress code Suggestions for what to wear during nights and evenings aboard are found in the Essential Travel Information booklet we send you with your travel documents. Resort casual is the general recommendation, however, there may be occasions where a jacket for men and cocktail attire for ladies is appropriate. Wine is included with dinner on board As we are often in the Mediterranean, we do not think it is appropriate to serve dinner without wine. Wines are from Italy, France, Spain or Greece and are included. Other vintages are available at reasonable prices. A good night’s sleep We place particular importance on the standard of bedding in cabins irrespective of category. Fine duvets, covers and sheets, ample soft pillows and quality towels can be expected and your cabin steward is always ready to make changes if you desire.
OUTSTANDING ITINERARIES Language on board The ship’s language is English and you can expect fellow passengers to be mainly from the UK, US, Canada and Australia with a sprinkling of enthusiasts from Europe. Technology We ask that mobile phones and laptops be used discreetly in the interest of fellow passengers. The internet room is always open for those who cannot resist contact with the outside world. Children Our cruises are destination focused and not designed for children under the age of 12. Tipping Always a difficult subject. We have decided to include all tips to cabin stewards and restaurant staff. You may wish to show your appreciation to individuals offering exceptional service (totally optional).
All voyages have been meticulously planned by the Voyages to Antiquity staff in conjunction with noted historians. Plus, with frequent evening and overnight stays in port, there’s the opportunity to enjoy an after-dinner stroll ashore. This year, we are delighted to include many new and exciting destinations. As well as returning to the delightful ports on England and Scotland’s west coast, we are adding extensive land tours including mainland Greece; returning to see the treasures of pharaonic Egypt; cruising the great rivers of France; and visiting the beautiful landscapes of Norway for the first time. Central to our high summer sailings is the fascinating and beautiful island of Iceland. With its creeping glaciers, bubbling geysers and active volcanoes, this is a place that genuinely warrants the description of “unique”. Included pre- & post-cruise land stays Many departures also have pre- and/or post-cruise hotel stays in Rome, Athens, Lisbon and Seville, providing guests with a wonderful chance to relax before their cruise or the perfect opportunity to explore one of these remarkable cities at the end of their journey.
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QUALITY HOTELS ASHORE
CELEBRATED GUEST SPEAKERS ON BOARD
the gateway to the ancient sites of Mycenae and Epidaurus, while Sicily and Italy offer a wealth of sightseeing possibilities and, depending on your itinerary, you’ll visit the remarkable cathedral at Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain and St Michael’s Mount on the coast of Cornwall, while Holyroodhouse tops the list in the Scottish capital.
Voyages to Antiquity places great emphasis on the quality of accommodation ashore. We have selected some of the best 4- and 5-star hotels for your included land stays.
Our sightseeing programmes are outstanding, but can be strenuous; a reasonable level of fitness is, therefore, required. Our shore excursion brochure and on-board Daily Journal will indicate the level of fitness required on any given day.
In Athens, the Grande Bretagne is a grand hotel in the finest tradition with views of the floodlit Acropolis from the roof garden. The same view can be seen from the King George, one of Athens’ most prestigious hotels located in the heart of the city.
The guest speakers who accompany you on the cruise are all first class. They have been carefully selected for their knowledge of the areas and their ability to bring to life the history of the remarkable civilisations and cultures of the regions we visit. Assisting the main speakers aboard ship and on land will be our team of young and keen graduates. They will be on hand to answer your questions and assist the guides on sightseeing trips. Listed here are just a few of the expert guest speakers you may encounter on your Voyage to Antiquity.
SHORE EXCURSIONS INCLUDED IN YOUR FARE Shore excursions are included in virtually every port of call – in the few cases where they are not, it’s because we feel that your time ashore is best spent exploring on your own. As well as giving you a choice of included excursions in certain places, additional visits will be offered at a supplementary cost. This is an important part of Voyages to Antiquity's philosophy as it ensures that our guests always see the most important sites and are escorted by the very best guides. In Athens, for example, you will not miss the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, and when in Rome your tour will include the Colosseum and the Basilica of St Peter in Chains. Nauplia is
Individual QuietVox headsets On shore excursions from the ship, the expert guides will share their knowledge with the group using QuietVox. Through your individual headset, these devices allow you to hear the tour leader clearly even at the busiest sites. Voyages to Antiquity was one of the first cruise lines to operate this service. We trust this means that you won’t miss a thing and your visits to these wonderful places will be as memorable and exciting as possible.
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In Rome, the Excelsior opens onto one of Rome’s prestigious streets, the Via Veneto, and the Altis Avenida in Lisbon is located on Restauradoras Square in the heart of the city.
In Marrakesh, the Sofitel Palais Imperial is a haven of 5-star luxury set in lush, fountained gardens full of fragrant herbs, bougainvilleas and a palm-ringed pool. For a full description of the hotels we use, please see pages 76, 77.
TOM BIRKETT Dr Tom Birkett is a lecturer in Old English and Old Norse, and an expert on the mythology and literary culture of medieval Scandinavia, having lived and studied in Norway and researched in Iceland. He has a PhD from Oxford, where he taught for several years before moving to Ireland and taking up a lectureship at University College Cork. He has published widely on medieval literature and culture. NANCY GILCHRIST Nancy is one of only 356 Masters of Wine in the world. She is a regular educator at Leith's School of Food & Wine, was a wine columnist for The Boston Globe and ran Christie's Wine Education courses. Over the past two years she has become involved in the olive oil and chocolate industries as an ambassador and an International Grand Jury member.. DAVID PRICE WILLIAMS Dr David Price Williams worked for the Smithsonian Institution as an archaeological field surveyor on excavations in the Near East before directing his own field research in the same area through the early 1970s. David has just retired after thirty-seven years lecturing on the Archaeology of Western Asia (Eastern Mediterranean) at the Institute of Archaeology for the University of London Extra Mural Department. He is the author and co-author of numerous academic papers on the area.
CHRIS WHITTON Chris is a graduate of St John’s College and Senior Lecturer in Classics at the University of Cambridge. He has been affiliated with many other institutions, has published books with Cambridge and Oxford University Presses and writes regularly for The Times Literary Supplement. His research focuses on the literature, history and culture of the Roman Empire, but his interests and expertise extend across the ancient Mediterranean world. MICHAEL SQUIRE Michael Squire is Reader in Classical Art and Archaeology at King’s College London. His PhD was awarded the Hellenic Society prize and he has held research fellowships and visiting professorships at numerous renowned universities. His books and articles straddle the fields of Classics, archaeology, art history and aesthetics, and he has featured on programmes for BBC Radio 4, BBC television, the BBC World Service and ABC in Australia. DAVID DREWRY Professor Drewry is an environmental scientist and Honorary Fellow at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, where he was previously Director of the Scott Polar Research Institute. He has been affiliated with many internationally renowned committees and societies, won multiple awards and has published widely on geology, glaciology and climate change. He has also lead expeditions to the Arctic (including Greenland, Svalbard, Franz Josef Land, Iceland and Nunavut) and Antarctica. JONATHAN KEATES Jonathan was educated at Magdalen College, Oxford and has written several acclaimed biographies and travel books as well as works of fiction for which he has won many prizes. He is a fellow of the Royal Society of Literature and has a passion for Venice, a city he knows intimately. On retirement he took over the chair and works tirelessly for The Venice in Peril Fund. RICHARD BEACHAM Dr Beacham is Professor Emeritus at King’s College London. After majoring in History at Yale University he earned his Masters and his Doctorate of Fine
Arts before emigrating to the UK to work at an Old Masters’ gallery in Mayfair. He has published six books and frequently appears as a presenter/talking head on TV documentaries, including productions by the BBC, History, and Discovery Channels. STEFAN BUCZACKI Currently celebrating thirty years as a cruise ship lecturer, Professor Buczacki holds a huge array of Fellowships, has won many awards and published over sixty books. Among his numerous broadcasting achievements he has appeared on BBC Radio's 'Gardeners' Question Time' as panellist and chairman for a unique unbroken run of over 600 broadcasts, making him one of Britain's most experienced media gardening experts. DANIEL MUNOZ Dr Munoz is an Anglican priest, theologian and church historian. He is currently lecturer of Church History at the Protestant Faculty of Theology in Madrid and has given lectures on art history, religion and culture across the world. He is the author of “Transformed by the Beloved: a guide to spiritual formation with John of the Cross” as well as numerous articles in academic journals. ERNEST REA Ernie is a celebrated broadcaster who specialises on the history of religions. His radio programme, Beyond Belief on BBC Radio 4, was awarded the prestigious Sony Gold Award for the best Speech Programme. From 1989 –2001 he was Head of Religious Broadcasting for the BBC and spent time in the United States brokering television deals. JOHNATHAN PHILLIPS Jonathan Phillips is Professor of Crusading History at Royal Holloway, University of London. He is the author of numerous books on the crusades, including HolyWarriors: A Modern History of the Crusades which was selected as a ‘History Book of 2009’ by The Sunday Telegraph. He has also filmed a major 6-part series 'The Road from Christ to Constantine' which he presents.
PIETER VAN DER MERWE From 1974 to 2015, Dr Pieter van der Merwe MBE, DL was a member of staff at the National Maritime Museum in Greenwich and is still one of its Curators Emeritus, having overseen and contributed to many of its publications. He is on the board of numerous societies and has lectured on various aspects of maritime history including medieval shipbuilding, the history of marine exploration, and Greenwich itself. ROBIN CORMACK Robin is an art historian who works on Mediterranean art, particularly from Antiquity and Byzantium, but also from the Renaissance. He teaches in the Classics Faculty, University of Cambridge, and at the Universities of California at Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. Robin has published books on Byzantine Art, and co-curated the Royal Academy exhibition, Byzantium 330-1453. PETER MAWBY As an ornithologist and research ecologist, Peter has travelled widely and is a regular and highly successful cruise ship lecturer. In recent years Peter has enjoyed sharing his enthusiasm and knowledge with passengers on a range of cruises vising places as far flung as Polynesia, the Amazon, Central America, New England, the Atlantic Islands, Iceland and Mediterranean. When not lecturing Peter welcomes the opportunity to enhance passengers’ experiences of the wildlife around them. GILLIAN SHEPHERD Until her return to Australia to take up her position at La Trobe University, Gillian was Lecturer in Classical Archaeology at the University of Birmingham. Gillian is currently Director of The Trendall Research Centre for Ancient Mediterranean Studies at La Trobe, and her research interests are the ancient Greek colonisation of Sicily and Italy, archaeology and art of Greece and Magna Graecia, and burial customs, the subject of a book she's currently completing.
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COASTAL AND RIVER CRUISING
EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL EVENTS
Because of its size, Aegean Odyssey has the ability to navigate the islands and smaller ports of the Mediterranean and the remote waters of Scotland and Iceland. She also has the ability to sail inland to take you to the heart of some of Europe’s great cities and Norway’s spectacular fjord’s.
An exclusive evening in Venice For cruises ending in Venice we have arranged an exclusive, private evening visit to La Fenice Opera House.
When we visit the Andalusian city of Seville, Aegean Odyssey cruises up the Guadalquivir River to berth in the heart of the city. In the South of France, we cruise close to the Cote d’Azur and dock in the glamorous resort of Nice or sophisticated Monte Carlo. In the Adriatic, we sail close to the coast of the beautiful Kornati Islands and tie up at the small harbour of Korcula. In the Ionian, we call at Corfu, and in the Aegean, we cruise the Greek Islands. In western France, you’ll sail into the Seine River to visit Paris and the Loire for a day in scenic chateaux country and taste some of the local wines. And in England we take you into the River Dart to explore the beautiful west country of Devon and Cornwall. Also in the British Isles you will cruise the rocky and dramatic shores of the Inner Hebrides and the Sound of Mull on the way to Tobermory. Further north we will cruise the magnificent and awe-inspiring fjords that cut into the Norwegian and Icelandic coasts.
Take the spectacular Flam Railway in Norway
Sicily's palatial splendour In Palermo, there will be an opportunity for a private visit to Palazzo Gangi, the magnificent Baroque palace famous for the banqueting scene in Visconti’s film of Tomasi di Lampedusa’s classic novel, The Leopard. You will need to register interest as group sizes are limited. A donation of $55 per person towards restoration is required. Seville – river cruising and home of flamenco Aegean Odyssey can navigate the Guadalquivir River, passing through the marshy lowlands known as ‘Las Marismas,’ and berth in the heart of Seville, capital of Andalusia and home to the Spanish flamenco dance. To fully appreciate the atmosphere of this wonderful city we have included a lively flamenco performance one evening on board ship. Chateaux, vineyards and tastings In Bordeaux, the Loire Valley, Jerez and Oporto, you’ll be able to try the vintages and tour the vineyards.
Visit Palazzo Gangi, Palermo
River Nile dinner cruise Enjoy dinner and local entertainment on a serene evening cruise along the mighty River Nile during a two-day hotel stay in Cairo.
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OUTSTANDING VOYAGES ~
exceptional value
Special performances on board
Voyages to Antiquity prides itself on the detail and planning of these cruise holidays. Our aim is not only to offer an insight into the history of the regions you will visit, but to blend this with the incredible wealth of culture and scenic beauty. With all the benefits of small-ship cruising, and
all the inclusions featured, Voyages to Antiquity provides a unique and personal cruise holiday experience – very different from cruising on the megaliners of today! Plus, with special Early Booking Saver Fares, you will also experience extraordinary value.
ALL VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY INCLUDE
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Two-night hotel stay with Nile dinner cruise in Cairo
EXPERTLY PLANNED ITINERARIES
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INCLUDED ECONOMY SCHEDULED FLIGHTS to and from your cruise
OPEN-SEATING DINING so you can choose when, where and with whom to dine
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COMPLIMENTARY WINE, beer or soft drinks, if preferred, with your evening meal on board ship
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MORE TIME TO ENJOY ASHORE with no rush to get back on board as we plan late departures and overnights in many ports
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FREE REGIONAL CONNECTIONS from selected UK airports^
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FREE FLIGHT UPGRADE TO BUSINESS CLASS for Balcony Class passengers (Categories A to D)**
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INCLUDED PRE- & POST-CRUISE HOTEL STAYS in Athens, Lisbon, Seville and Rome
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INCLUDED GRATUITIES to your cabin steward and restaurant staff
INCLUDED SIGHTSEEING in most ports of call and choice of excursions in many ports
ONE LANGUAGE, English, is used on board
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EXPERIENCED GUEST SPEAKERS on each cruise
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ALL MEALS ON BOARD AEGEAN ODYSSEY with a choice of two restaurants
PORT TAXES TRANSFERS AND BAGGAGE HANDLING between overseas airports, hotels and the ship
BOOK NOW FOR OUTSTANDING SAVINGS
SAVE UP TO £1,400† PER CABIN plus Low Single Cabin Fares †Savings are based on double occupancy, vary depending on cruise and cabin category selected, are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Saver Fares are subject to change and may be withdrawn at any time. Low single fares are restricted to categories CC, EE, GG, HH, II, JJ and MM. Look for the individual offers on the following itinerary pages and make sure you reserve your cabin early to secure a great value cruise-holiday. ^Subject to availability and suitable connection times. Not applicable to cruises beginning and/or ending in London/Tilbury. **Subject to availability.
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aegean odyssey
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in a class of her own AEGEAN ODYSSEY COMBINES THE BEST OF TRADITIONAL ELEGANCE WITH ALL THE MODERN CONVENIENCES OF A FIRST-CLASS SHIP. CLASSICALLY ELEGANT, BUT FAR FROM STUFFY OR FORMAL, AEGEAN ODYSSEY ALSO PROVIDES WONDERFUL SERVICE AND AN INTIMATE ATMOSPHERE. OTHER ADVANTAGES OF THE SHIP’S SIZE ARE THAT SHE IS ABLE TO VISIT PORTS THAT ARE TOO SMALL FOR LARGER VESSELS, NAVIGATE CLOSE TO SCENIC SCOTTISH ISLANDS, AND CRUISE ALONG THE SPECTACULAR COASTLINES OF
GREECE,
DALMATIA AND THE FRENCH RIVIERA – EVEN UPRIVER INTO THE HEART OF SEVILLE AND BORDEAUX.
SHIP’S AMENITIES • 2 RESTAURANTS PLUS OUTDOOR TERRACE DINING • 3 LOUNGES • 4 BARS • LECTURE THEATRE • LIBRARY • SHOP • INTERNET CENTRE • OUTDOOR POOL • ATHENA HEALTH SPA AND GYM • BEAUTY SALON • MEDICAL CENTRE • TELEPHONE, FAX AND E-MAIL VIA SATELLITE • TV, HAIR DRYER AND PERSONAL SAFE IN EVERY CABIN
“The ship was absolutely marvellous,
the crew outstanding, accommodation, food, service, entertainment all first class, and interesting Guest Speakers made it a wonderful cruise. B.W. - Australia
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Experience the best of
small-ship cruising
On board Aegean Odyssey you will experience the finest traditions of cruising. She is a mid-size vessel carrying around 350 guests and features wide, teak decks and spacious public rooms. With openseating dining, inside or al fresco, several bars and lounges to relax, and the immaculate service of a friendly and attentive crew, you can be sure of a superior cruise experience. Cruise in comfort – relax in style You’ll discover an intimate and relaxed atmosphere throughout the ship. By day the spacious decks provide the perfect place to unwind as you sail to the scenic
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harbours of Scotland, Norway and Iceland, and the ancient sites of the Mediterranean. Public rooms offer an understated elegance. The Ambassador Lounge is where our speakers inform and our musicians entertain, whilst the Charleston Lounge is the perfect place to meet friends – old and new – with light music and, perhaps, a little dancing. The top deck is a wonderful spot to watch the waves go by during the day, or enjoy a nightcap looking at the stars in the evening. The well-stocked library is beautifully appointed with wood panelling, and is
regularly updated by Oxford-based bookseller Blackwells. There is an extensive range of volumes covering the history, art, culture and philosophy of the countries you will visit. In addition, there is an extensive collection of reference books, modern and classic fiction, and general interest volumes. Newspapers are delivered daily via satellite and are available in the library. You will also find a selection of board games from Monopoly to chess. For those passengers who want to keep in touch with friends, check their emails or find out what is happening in the world,
there is an internet centre. For those in need of a little shopping, there is also a well-stocked boutique. A welcome difference One of the things that sets us apart from the rest is that we plan our cruise itineraries to maximise your time in port with many late evening sailings and overnight stays. This will give you the opportunity to plan an evening on board and ashore – perhaps dinner in a harbourside taverna in one of the Mediterranean’s delightful resorts, a fino of sherry in a Malaga tasca bar, or just an after-dinner stroll and a nightcap as you watch the world go by.
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refreshing the body as well as the mind ~
first class comforts
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Days at sea: relax or revive
Renowned lecture programme
During days at sea you may simply wish to enjoy the sun on the Lido Deck or cool off in the outdoor pool. Perhaps borrow a book from the library and read in one of the cool lounges. Alternatively, you could start the day with an early morning yoga session or plan a visit to the Athena Health Spa and Gym. Here you will find the latest gym equipment for a serious workout, a sauna, and a good selection of therapies and treatments to refresh and renew you during your cruise. More pampering can be found in the hairdressers and beauty centre.
If you want to attend to the mind not the body, there will be a programme of lectures – held in the Ambassador Lounge – designed to not only inform and entertain but also to bring to life the wonderful sites you will visit. There will normally be a number of guest speakers on your cruise, each with a different area
of expertise. Prior to arrival in each port of call, there will be a port briefing to inform you of the sites, culture and history of your next destination. Nights to remember Start your evening with a cocktail in the Lido Bar as you watch the sun go down and meet old and new-found friends. Or enjoy an aperitif in the Charleston Lounge while being entertained by our resident trio. As well as being one of the world’s most historically interesting and naturally beautiful destinations, the Mediterranean is also home to a range of unsurpassed culinary traditions.
This gastronomic culture of using the very best fresh local ingredients cooked in a simple but delicious and healthy style is the inspiration for the restaurants on Aegean Odyssey. Your cabin comforts Your on-board comfort is one of our prime concerns. Our wide category of cabins feature flat-screen television, a personal safe and hairdryer – and all offer plush bedding for your comfort. Most outside cabins have windows rather than portholes and our balcony cabins offer additional comforts and conveniences, see panel for extra Balcony Class benefits.
BalconyCLASS As well as adding a new dimension of luxury to our cabins and staterooms, we have created a special level of accommodation entitled “Balcony Class.” In addition to the standard cabin features mentioned, guests in Balcony Class (categories A to D) will also enjoy: • STATEROOM OR SUITE WITH BALCONY • FREE FLIGHT UPGRADE TO BUSINESS CLASS* • A WELCOME BOTTLE OF CHAMPAGNE & PETIT FOURS • REFRIGERATOR STOCKED WITH SOFT DRINKS • COMPLIMENTARY BOTTLED WATER • ROBE AND SLIPPERS • MOLTON BROWN BATHROOM AMENITIES • PRIORITY SIGHTSEEING BOARDING * Subject to availability
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impeccable service ~
wonderful food
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The Marco Polo Restaurant (Lunch and Dinner)
The Terrace Café & Grill (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
The most elegant of the ship’s restaurants, the Marco Polo has a casual country-club ambiance and Mediterranean-influenced food. At lunchtime, you can choose from a variety of starters and three dishes of the day including grilled fish and a pasta special, plus a choice of desserts, fruit and cheese. In the evening, dinner will include appetisers, soup, salads, a choice of three or four main courses and desserts. In addition to complimentary wine, there is a full list of fine wines and champagnes to accompany your dinner.
With a combination of indoor and outdoor seating, sophisticated interior design and cooking on the open grill, the Terrace Café replicates the charm and ambiance of a trattoria. There is a large buffet with hot dishes of the day, a selection of salads, and Italian antipasti. Pasta is served with a choice of homemade Italian sauces and for dessert there is a large selection including ice cream. The day starts in the Terrace Café with breakfast where you can enjoy a healthy combination of yogurt, fruit and muesli, or indulge in eggs, bacon or an omelette.
Marco Polo restaurant Appetisers SHRIMP ROYALE Tiger prawns marinated in pink Champagne sauce on radicchio and endive
ANGUS BEEF CARPACCIO Served with porcini mushrooms, arugula lettuce and fresh parmesan flakes
SEA SCALLOPS AND CHERRY TOMATO BROCHETTE Served on gorgonzola-flavoured spinach with light tarragon foam
Soup & Salad WEST INDIAN PUMPKIN & GINGER SOUP INSALATA DI TAORMINA Mediterranean-style salad with lobster, salmon, shrimps, green beans, endive, shallots and roasted pine seeds
Main Courses CASARECCE ALLA SORRENTINA Fresh sautéed pasta with tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, parmesan and mozzarella
GRILLED FRESH SEA BREAM FILLET Served with Mediterranean herbs, almond broccoli, green asparagus, butter-sautéed Parisienne potatoes and sauvignon sauce
GLAZED BARBARIE DUCK SUPREME In Grand Marnier sauce served with red cabbage and almond potato
Tapas on the Terrace In the evenings, Tapas on the Terrace recreates the informal yet sophisticated atmosphere of a Mediterranean bistro. Here you can choose from a selection of mouthwatering appetisers – try our calamari and empanadas, or pick from the wide range of authentic Italian pizzas. Equal care has been given to the selection of included wines served with dinner; these will be served at your table by our helpful waiting staff. Afternoon Tea There is something magical about the tradition of taking tea at sea. You’ll find
a selection of freshly-prepared sandwiches, cakes and scones. Accompanying these is, of course, a choice of refreshing teas or coffee. A cup of Darjeeling, a slice of freshly baked cake and the panoramic views of the Norwegian fjords or Mediterranean: the perfect combination. Late Night Snacks For those passengers enjoying a late night discussing the excitement of the day’s sightseeing, a selection of light snacks freshly prepared by our chefs will be available in the Charleston Lounge.
LIGHT MEDIUM FRENCH LAMB RACK In thyme-ciabatta crust with vegetable ragout and lemon potato
from the vegetarian kitchen
GRILLED EGGPLANT AND BELL PEPPER MASALA Braised in yogurt with Indian spices, served with coconut-pistachio basmati rice
ASPARAGUS AND ZUCCHINI TARTER Served with wild rice and sun-dried tomato coulees
Desserts WARM CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ CAKE Served with raspberry sorbet APRICOT – MANGO TART with mocha sauce ICE COUP “BELLINI” with peach and vanilla ice cream CHEESE TROLLEY with a selection of International cheeses SLICED FRESH FRUITS SELECTION OF ICE CREAM & SORBETS
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After all is said and done, what passengers love most about Aegean Odyssey is the warm and intimate atmosphere. Ships, like people, have personalities. Some are proper and formal. Others offer the anonymity of a large hotel. On board Aegean Odyssey you are greeted as a returning family member even if it’s your first time on board.
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it’s our people
that make all the differece Home away from home
At your service
You’ll find smiles and welcomes from everyone from the Captain to your cabin steward. And unlike a vast megaliner, it is easy to socialise and meet fellow passengers whose passions and interests are similar to your own.
Ask any world traveller where they receive the best service and they will undoubtedly answer the Far East. Of all the nationalities in that part of the world, it is the Filipinos who carry the highest reputation for attention to detail. Fluent in English and always serving with a smile, our Filipino crew will win your hearts.
Your cabin steward will refresh your stateroom before you even realise you need it. Your waiter will remember whether you take tea or coffee, and the barman whether you like your Martini shaken or stirred. They, and the rest of our officers and crew, are dedicated to making your holiday a delightful experience.
Just a few comments from previous guests “We just got back from our fabulous trip on the Aegean Odyssey. It was fabulous and I WILL recommend it to everyone. It was the perfect size and all the crew were outstanding. Thank you. My husband said it was the best cruise so far. The itinerary was great and the history… amazing”. A&GK - USA “We just came back from a superior cruise with Voyages to Antiquity. One of the best – good itinerary and excellent guides”. J.T. - Wales
It is this personal approach that our guests remember and value most highly. But don’t just take our word for it, here is what recent travellers aboard Aegean Odyssey had to say.
“WOW! Wonderful in every way! I came by myself, but never felt alone. The ship was very comfortable and easy to get around. The shore excursions far exceeded my expectations! I look forward to another adventure on this intimate ship”. R.S. - USA “I would highly recommend the experience, you really should try and go. The ship is very comfortable, the food was excellent and the service was excellent as well. We are having a reunion with the group next Saturday and I am going to propose that we consider another trip together”. V.D. - Canada
“It is difficult to know where to start. From start to finish the whole thing was excellent. Lovely ship, great food and attention to detail of the staff in the restaurant was delightful. Friendly and yet unobtrusive. The Maitre’d should be congratulated on having such a marvellous team. I could go on and on… the lovely suite… layout of ship… comfort”. D.W. - UK “Everyone from the Captain, crew, cruise organiser, front office personel, cabin staff and beverage staff were extremely friendly and very helpful. They are a credit to your organisation and you can be proud of them – they are doing a great job”. G.B. - Australia “We went on the Grand Mediterranean Tour last July this year and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. The ship was very comfortable and we never felt crowded; the staff were superb and the food excellent. It was a joy to set off on the excursions with experienced guides, to such a wide variety of places, covering archaeology, history, architecture and art, while not having to worry about suitcases or
checking in and out of hotels. We also relished travelling with people from many countries, who had shared interests, and we are still in touch with several of them”. E.B. - Australia “You don’t need to be a history buff – anyone with an interest in culture will enjoy this cruise. In a way it inspires you to learn more and delve deeper into the places we have visited. The ship is such a nice size – not too big and very informal – and it’s a delightful atmosphere”. P.M. - UK “It was awesome!!!!! I am very happy with the way the cruise panned out – well organised, great food and wine. Great sights to visit”. A.P. - Australia “The trip EXCEEDED all my expectations. The ship, the sites, the lectures and (especially) the company”. F.B. - Canada “We had another wonderful time on Aegean Odyssey, that being our fourth time on board and counting back to back cruises, our seventh and eighth leg. It’s still our favourite ship.” J&M.W. - Australia
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VTA UNIQUE EXCLUSIVE VOYAGES
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Temple of Apollo, Delphi
SPRINGTIME SAILINGS IN THE
AEGEAN, ADRIATIC &
MEDITERRANEAN
RENAISSANCE CITIES, CHARMING MEDITERRANEAN ISLANDS AND INLAND RIVER SAVE UP TO CRUISING TO SEVILLE
£900
PER CABIN
WARM SUNSHINE, LANDSCAPES PEPPERED WITH WILD FLOWERS AND SPARKLING SEAS MAKE SPRING THE PERFECT TIME TO CRUISE THESE SHORES.
ENJOY WONDERFUL ITINERARIES THAT TAKE YOU
FROM THE CLASSICAL SITES OF ANCIENT THE STUNNING ISLANDS OF
GREECE TO
ELBA, CORSICA AND THE BALEARICS,
AND ON TO THE GREAT
FOUR SPRINGTIME JOURNEYS
MOORISH CITIES OF SPAIN.
WITH SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS INCLUDED AT VIRTUALLY ALL PORTS OF CALL, PLUS EXTENDED STAYS IN SELECTED PORTS, YOU’LL ENJOY TIME ASHORE AND HAVE MORE TIME TO TAKE IN ALL THE SIGHTS.
APRIL 26 THE AEGEAN EXPERIENCE I p30-31 Enjoy a comprehensive overland tour to the legendary sites of ancient Greece and the ultimate in Greek Island cruising MAY 6 ATHENS TO VENICE The ancient sites of Greece combine with the natural beauty and historic cities of the Adriatic Sea
p32-33
MAY 18 VENICE TO ROME Sail around Italy through the glorious Adriatic to monumental Sicily and the mysteries of Pompeii
p34-35
MAY 28 ROME TO SEVILLE p36-37 Sail across the breadth of the Mediterranean on a 17-day journey with 10 ports of call and 11 included excursions
book early & save
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Greece
THE AEGEAN EXPERIENCE I
Delphi Athens Mycenae Epidaurus
APRIL 26, 2018 ATHENS BACK TO ATHENS
Nauplia
The first of our most complete Aegean Experiences yet, beginning with a five-day tour of Athens and Classical Greece, followed by island cruising at its best.
This new cruise-tour has been designed to show you the very best historical and natural wonders that Greece and its islands have to offer. It has been timed to take advantage of the perfect warmth of springtime and the blooming of the wild flowers. Your journey begins with a five-day land tour of Greece. This includes two nights in Athens featuring a guided tour of the Acropolis, the spiritual splendour of the monastery at Osios Loukas, the elegant ruins of Delphi, Agamemnon's ancient capital of Mycenae, and the monumental grandeur of the theatre at Epidaurus. Then join Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus for a cruise to the best of the Greek Islands. Along the way you will experience the fishing-village charm of Hydra, stunning Santorini, the Minoan treasures of Crete, the fascinating Crusader stronghold of Rhodes, and the sacred ruins of Delos. So there you have it: a fabulous journey through the finest achievements of Classical Greek art and the spectacular scenery of the Greek Islands.
Aegean Sea Hydra Mykonos Delos Santorini Heraklion
Nisyros
Rhodes Karpathos
Knossos
Crete
13-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,500pp 2018
PORT
APR 26
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
ARRIVE
DEPART
overnight hotel
APR 27
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
overnight hotel
APR 28
ATHENS/DELPHI Greece Morning drive for sightseeing at Osios Loukas en route to Delphi for afternoon sightseeing and overnight overnight hotel
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DELPHI/NAUPLIA Greece Morning drive to Mycenae for sightseeing, then on to Nauplia for overnight overnight hotel
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NAUPLIA/PIRAEUS Greece Sightseeing in Epidaurus en route to embark Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus
MAY 1
HYDRA Greek Islands
8.00am
MAY 2
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
8.00am
MAY 3
HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
8.00am
MAY 4
KARPATHOS Greek Islands
8.00am
8.00pm
MAY 5
RHODES Greek Islands
7.00am
10.00pm
8.00pm 4.00pm 6.00pm 10.00pm
MAY 6
NISYROS Greek Islands
9.00am
6.00pm
MAY 7
DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands
8.00am 2.00pm
noon 8.00pm
MAY 8
PIRAEUS Greece 6.00am Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Athens Airport for flight home AEG180430
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ANCIENT GREECE Your two-night stay in Athens includes a full-morning's guided tour of the city's ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the "Golden Age" of Athens between 447438BC, the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and have plenty of free time to explore the city's other remarkable sites such as the ancient Agora and the National Archaeological Museum. Your three-day tour of Classical Greece starts with a call at the medieval Monastery of Osios Loukas (Holy Luke). Built by the Emperor Romanos in about 1011, the monastery contains remarkable Byzantine mosaics and frescoes. Then to ancient Delphi, exquisitely located in a series of terraces at the foot of Mount Parnassus. Enjoy a guided tour of the fabulous remains of this great sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Temple of Apollo that dates from 330BC. Walk the Sacred Way in the steps of the thousands of teopropoi (pilgrims) who came here to purify themselves by bathing in the Castalian Spring before making their ritual sacrifice and consulting the Oracle. Next visit two of the great sites of Classical Greece: Mycenae and the magnificent theatre at Epidaurus. Mycenae was the capital of a great civilisation that dominated the eastern Mediterranean from the 16th to the 13th centuries BC. Epidaurus, sacred
Sacred Delos
to Asclepios the god of medicine, is the site of the best preserved of all Greek theatres. THE GREEK ISLANDS The next part of your cruise involves some classic Greek islands, beginning with the carless idyll of Hydra and Santorini, where the newly reopened Minoan settlement of Akrotiri is a highlight. You will also visit several of the islands picturesque villages, including Oia with its whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches. The heyday of Minoan civilisation (2000-1600BC) was marked by the construction of great palaces, the best known being Knossos on the island of Crete. Excavations here began in 1899 by the British archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans, who controversially “restored” the palace with his own eccentric ideas of Minoan interior design. After a tour here you will then sail to friendly Karpathos for a maiden visit to an island which has managed to maintain many of its customs and idiosyncrasies due to its remoteness. LINDOS, DELOS & MYKONOS The structures of Rhodes’ old town on the island of the same name dates from the era of the Knights of St John of Jerusalem, who lived here from 1309 until 1522. You will also visit the lookout Mount Smith, named after the British admiral Sir Sydney Smith, and enter the citadel of the Knight’s through the d’Amboise Gate on your way to the restored Grand Master’s Palace. There’s also the opportunity to visit the Acropolis at Lindos, for incredible views across the island, followed by the tiny volcanic island of Nisyros, after which Delos is birthplace of Achilles and one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Greece. Then nearby Mykonos, with its cafes and shops, provides the perfect place to relax.
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£2,650
£2,500
L
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2,850
2,700
K
Premium Inside
2,995
2,845
J
Standard Outside
3,250
3,050
I
Premium Outside
3,450
3,250
H
Premium Outside
3,650
3,450
G
Premium Outside
3,795
3,595
F
Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
3,995
3,745
E
Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
4,195
3,945
D
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
4,850
4,550
C
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
4,995
4,695
B
Junior Suite/Balcony
5,495
5,195
A
Owner’s Suite/Balcony
5,895
5,595
Monastery of Osios Loukas
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,400. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Two-night hotel stay in Athens with included sightseeing Three-day land tour of Classical Greece with hotel stays in Delphi and Nauplia
Temple of Knossos, Crete
The best of Greek Island cruising including maiden calls at Karpathos and Nisyros Explore the sites of Akrotiri, Knossos and Delos Time on your own in Mykonos
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Venice
ANCIENT GREECE & DALMATIAN COAST
Trieste
Italy
MAY 6, 2018 ATHENS TO VENICE
Corfu Greece Itea Delphi Athens
From tranquil Kotor Bay to the GraecoRoman sites of antiquity in the Adriatic, this cruise takes you on an odyssey between two of the world’s great historical cities.
From stunning natural wonders to iconic ancient sites, this perfect spring sail to Italy’s Venetian Lagoon begins with a two-night hotel stay in the Greek capital, home of the world famous Acropolis and Parthenon. Sailing from the Athenian port of Piraeus, Aegean Odyssey then takes you to some of Greece’s most legendary sites – the Tomb of Agamemnon at the ancient city of Mycenae or the breathtaking amphitheatre at Epidaurus, Olympia, birthplace of the Olympics, and Delphi, the ancient home of the Oracle of Apollo. Sailing into the glorious Adriatic, you’ll enter the pristine fjord of Kotor Bay and call in at the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik, and Split with its great Palace of Diocletian. Finally, our maiden call at the Italian city of Trieste precedes a grand arrival into the “Floating City” of Venice and its treasure-trove of unforgettable sights.
Croatia Split Adriatic Dubrovnik Kotor Bay Sea Montenegro
Olympia
Katakolon
Epidaurus
Nauplia
Mediterranean Sea
13-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,545pp 2018
PORT
MAY 6
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
ARRIVE
DEPART
overnight hotel
MAY 7
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
overnight hotel
MAY 8
ATHENS/PIRAEUS Greece Embark Aegean Odyssey in nearby Piraeus
MAY 9
NAUPLIA Greece (Mycenae or Epidaurus)
7.00am
MAY 10
KATAKOLON Greece (Olympia)
1.00pm
MAY 11
ITEA Greece (Delphi)
7.00am
MAY 12
CORFU Greek Islands
9.00am
MAY 13
KOTOR BAY Montenegro DUBROVNIK Croatia
Cruising 5.00pm overnight
MAY 14
DUBROVNIK Croatia
MAY 15
SPLIT Croatia
8.00am
7.00pm
MAY 16
TRIESTE Italy
2.00pm
11.00pm
MAY 17
VENICE Italy
8.00am
overnight
MAY 18
VENICE Italy Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Venice Airport for flight home
6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
7.00pm
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ATHENS & THE ACROPOLIS Your two-night hotel stay in Athens includes a full morning's guided tour of the city's ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the "Golden Age" of Athens between 447-438BC, the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and have free time to explore the city's other remarkable sites such as the ancient Agora and the National Archaeological Museum. THE BEST OF CLASSICAL GREECE Join Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus and cruise to Nauplia for a choice of tours, either the archaeological site of Mycenae, one of the greatest cities of the highly-developed Mycenaean civilisation, or the ancient city of Epidaurus, where the astonishing theatre is still in use today. Built into the ground, rather than above it, the theatre is known for its fantastic acoustics. The small fishing village of Katakolon is approximately an hour from the mystical site of Ancient Olympia, sacred ground to the people of the Peloponnese Peninsula as early as the 10th-century BC. Olympia is most familiar as the site where the first Olympic Games were held in 776BC in honour of Zeus. From here, after tendering in Itea, the ruins of ancient Delphi are on the slope of Mount Parnassus, where one of the early companions to the Olympics, the Pythian Games, were founded in honour of Apollo in the 6th-century BC. Among the archaeological relics at this large site is the temple where Apollo is said to have foretold the future through his Oracle. The capital of Corfu shares the island’s name and has an historic quarter where the Byzantine Museum is located in the
Panaghia Antivouniotissa (Our Lady Opposite the Mountain), a church that was restored by the Greek government and re-opened in 1984 as a museum. Or you may journey through the island’s fertile orange and lemon groves to Achilleon Palace, one of the most renowned royal villas in Europe. THE BEAUTY OF DALMATIA After cruising in the stunning fjord of Kotor Bay in Montenegro, Aegean Odyssey arrives in Dubrovnik for an evening of leisure ashore. Lord Byron described Dubrovnik as the “Pearl of the Adriatic”, and sightseeing takes you on a walk around this walled city. Split is home to one of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian, or you may like to visit Salona for one of the most important Roman excavations in Croatia, followed by the tiny UNESCO World Heritage island of Trogir, which has a remarkable example of urban continuity starting with the Greeks in 300BC and followed by a litany of other conquerors. ITALIAN TRIESTE & VENICE Aegean Odyssey then makes her maiden call to the Italian port of Trieste, which has enjoyed a remarkable cross-pollination of culture over the centuries due to its western facing location on Italy’s narrow spit of east coast territory. Then comes the chance to see why the famous American art-collector Peggy Guggenheim said that, “to live in Venice or even visit it means you fall in love with the city itself.” After an overnight stay in the city the veracity of this remark will become clear, for there is no better way to end your cruise than with a morning’s sightseeing walk around this magnificent destination.
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£2,695
£2,545
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2,895
2,745
K
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3,095
2,945
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3,250
3,050
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3,450
3,250
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3,650
3,450
G
Premium Outside
3,850
3,650
F
Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
4,095
3,845
E
Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
4,295
4,045
D
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
4,995
4,695
C
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
5,250
4,950
B
Junior Suite/Balcony
5,695
5,395
A
Owner’s Suite/Balcony
6,250
5,950
Theatre at Epidaurus
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,300. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Two days to enjoy the classical sites of Athens
St Mark’s, Venice
Visit the Temple of Apollo in Delphi and other classical sites in the heart of Greece Cruise through serene Kotor Bay in Montenegro Walk on the walls around ancient Dubrovnik Extended stay in Venice
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Venice
CLASSICAL ITALY & THE ADRIATIC
Croatia Ancona Split Italy Adriatic Dubrovnik
Urbino
Rome Sea Pompeii Sorrento Brindisi albania Salerno Sarande Paestum Lecce Corfu Butrint greece
MAY 18, 2018 VENICE TO ROME
A springtime voyage from the canals of Venice to the “Eternal City” of Rome, featuring the incredible landscapes and history of the majestic Adriatic coast.
There’s no better way to contrast the extraordinary riches to be found on the coast of Italy, Sicily and Adriatic Sea than by experiencing the contrasting cultures of two great Italian centres of civilisation, Venice and Rome. Along the way, you’ll visit Renaissance cities and ancient palaces, walk the walls of medeival Dubrovnik and explore the architectural treasures of the Roman Empire. After a day at the GraecoRoman theatre of Taormina in Sicily, you’ll cruise through the narrow Strait of Messina to Salerno on the beautiful Amalfi Coast, where legend has it that Paestum was founded by Jason of Argonauts fame, before arriving at the most famous archaeological sites in history, Pompeii and nearby Herculaneum. A two-night hotel stay in the Italian capital of Rome then offers a chance to uncover the city’s many treasures, on a host of sightseeing options.
Sicily
Taormina
Mediterranean Sea
15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,795pp 2018
PORT
MAY 18
Fly to VENICE Italy Transfer to Aegean Odyssey
ARRIVE
DEPART
MAY 19
VENICE Italy
MAY 20
URBINO Italy (from Ancona)
8.00am
8.00pm
MAY 21
SPLIT Croatia
8.00am
8.00pm
MAY 22
DUBROVNIK Croatia
8.00am
8.00pm
MAY 23
LECCE Italy (from Brindisi)
8.00am
7.00pm
MAY 24
CORFU Greek Islands SARANDE Albania (Butrint)
8.00am 2.00pm
1.00pm 9.00pm
overnight 7.00pm
MAY 25
At Sea
MAY 26
TAORMINA Sicily Cruise through the Strait of Messina and past Stromboli
7.00am
4.00pm
MAY 27
SALERNO Italy (Paestum) Cruise Amalfi Coast & Capri SORRENTO Italy
8.00am
2.00pm
MAY 28
SORRENTO Italy (Pompeii or Herculaneum)
MAY 29
SORRENTO Italy
MAY 30
ROME Italy Disembark in Civitavecchia and transfer to Rome hotel
MAY 31
ROME Italy
JUN 1
ROME Italy Transfer to Rome Airport for flight home
8.00pm overnight overnight 4.00pm 7.00am overnight hotel overnight hotel
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RENAISSANCE VENICE & URBINO Your cruise begins with an overnight stay in Venice and a guided stroll through the Piazza San Marco, with some free time to enjoy around the Rialto. Alternatively, you may like to take an optional boat ride to two islands of the Venetian Lagoon: Murano of glass-making fame, and Burano with its gaily painted fishermen's houses. Perched on two hills is the walled town of Urbino, which contains some true treasures. Here you will visit the birthplace of Raphael, tour the Palazzo Ducale, Italy's most beautiful Renaissance palace, and view the magnificent Duomo. NATURAL & ANCIENT WONDERS OF THE ADRIATIC Split is home to one of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian. There will be a morning tour of this remarkable palace including the Temple of Jupiter and Diocletian’s mausoleum. In the afternoon, there’s an option of visiting Trogir, one of the gems of the Dalmatian coast. Included sightseeing in Dubrovnik then features the magnificent 10th-century city walls, the Baroque Church of St Blaise and the Cathedral. Set in the south-eastern tip of Italy's boot, Lecce is a city of architectural treasures, including the 25,000-seat Roman amphitheatre and the stunning Palazzo Tamborino with its seductive secret garden. The legacy of British rule is evident in Corfu Town as you will see during the morning tour. You will also visit the Byzantine Museum housed in the Church of Panagia Antivouniotissa, after which we will sail to the Albanian archaeological site of Butrint, which has been occupied since at least the 8th century BC.
SICILY, PAESTUM & AMALFI After a relaxing day at sea we arrive in Taormina and the island of Sicily. With its mountainous background and spectacular views of Etna, the Graeco-Roman theatre is our morning destination, before passing through the Strait of Messina to the 6th century Greek city of Paestum with three majestic temples at its heart. Alternatively, settle back for a beautiful drive along the legendary Amalfi Coast to Ravello. Leaving Salerno in the afternoon, you’ll then enjoy a coastal cruise to Sorrento, where Aegean Odyssey anchors in the bay for our two-day visit. THE MYSTERIES OF POMPEII The town, some of which dates back to the 6th century BC, was engulfed by lava erupting from Vesuvius in August 79AD. From the casts of the bodies of its inhabitants, to the ancient surgical implements and beautiful frescoes, nowhere else gives us such an insight into the lives of the ancients. Alternatively, you may visit the nearby town of Herculaneum which perished in the same eruption. This is followed the next day with a free morning in Sorrento, with time to take a hydrofoil to the wonderful isle of Capri. ROME – THE ETERNAL CITY Your holiday ends with a two-night hotel stay in Rome, for sightseeing that includes the largest and most famous Roman amphitheatre, the Colosseum. You can also visit the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel, with its magnificent frescoes by Michelangelo. You may also like to spend an optional half-day in Tivoli, a small town on the slopes of the Apennines, for a visit to the Villa d'Este that has one of the world’s most beautiful gardens.
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FULL FARE
SAVER FARE
M
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£2,995
£2,795
L
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3,250
3,050
K
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3,495
3,295
J
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3,650
3,400
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3,950
3,700
H
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4,250
3,950
G
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4,495
4,195
F
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4,795
4,445
Corfu’s colourful Old Town
E
Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
4,950
4,600
D
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
5,695
5,295
C
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
5,995
5,595
B
Junior Suite/Balcony
6,750
6,300
A
Owner’s Suite/Balcony
7,250
6,800
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,595. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Overnight on board in Venice Historic Dubrovnik and Split
Temples of Paestum
Cruise through the Messina Strait and past Stromboli Two nights on board in beautiful Sorrento Visit Pompeii or Herculaneum in the shadow of Mt Vesuvius
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Florence Pisa
RENAISSANCE ITALY & HISTORIC ISLANDS
Livorno Lucca corsica Elba italy Ajaccio Bonifacio Rome Palma Mahon
SPAIN Cordoba
MAY 28, 2018 ROME TO SEVILLE
Seville
Jerez
Cadiz
Malaga
Mediterranean Sea
A seventeen-day voyage from the Italian capital through the islands of the western Mediterranean to Moorish Spain and the tip of mainland Europe. This cruise will take you to some of the most impressive buildings, monuments and archaeological sites in the world including the Renaissance treasures of Florence, the wonderful cathedral of Palma, Majorca and the Moorish palace and gardens of the Alhambra in Granada. You will also cruise some of the most beautiful coastlines and islands in the Mediterranean. Classicism and the Renaissance come together during a two-night hotel stay in the Italian capital of Rome. Then visit Florence and let the birthplace of artistic giants engulf your senses. In Pisa, see the iconic leaning tower, and in Lecce, wander through the 25,000-seat Roman amphitheatre. Walk in the footsteps of Napoleon on Elba. Cruise to Corsica, Menorca, Mallorca, Cadiz, and the historic port of Malaga. Enter the mouth of the Guadalquivir River and sail through the Andalusian countryside into the heart of romantic Seville for a spectacular finale that is small-ship cruising at its best.
17-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM ÂŁ3,250pp 2018
PORT
MAY 28
Fly to ROME Italy Transfer to hotel
overnight hotel
MAY 29
ROME Italy
overnight hotel
MAY 30
ROME Italy Transfer to Civitavecchia to embark Aegean Odyssey
6.00pm
MAY 31
FLORENCE Italy (from Livorno) 8.00am
overnight
JUN 1
PISA/LUCCA Italy (from Livorno)
JUN 2
ELBA Italy
8.00am
1.00pm
JUN 3
Cruise the Isles Lavezzi and Maddalena Archipelago BONIFACIO Corsica, France
1.00pm
10.00pm
JUN 4
AJACCIO Corsica, France
7.00am
1.00pm
JUN 5
MAHON Menorca, Spain
8.00am
8.00pm
JUN 6
PALMA Majorca, Spain
8.00am
6.00pm
JUN 7
At Sea
JUN 8
MALAGA Spain
8.00am
8.00pm
JUN 9
CADIZ Spain (Jerez)
1.00pm
overnight
JUN 10
CADIZ Spain River Cruising along the Guadalquivir River SEVILLE Spain
JUN 11
SEVILLE Spain Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel
overnight hotel
JUN 12
SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)
overnight hotel
JUN 13
SEVILLE Spain Transfer to Seville Airport for flight home
Optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid available post-cruise. See page 77 for details.
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ARRIVE
DEPART
6.00pm
8.00am 7.00pm
overnight
AEG180530
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ROME – THE ETERNAL CITY Your holiday starts with a two-night hotel stay in Rome, where included sightseeing features a choice of the well-preserved archaeological site of Ostia Antica, which rivals Pompeii, or the largest and most famous Roman amphitheatre, the Colosseum. There’s also an optional visit to the sumptuous Basilica of St Peter’s in the Vatican, as well as the grounds of Villa d'Este, one of the world’s most beautiful gardens, before it’s time to board Aegean Odyssey. TUSCANY’S RENAISSANCE CITIES The fascinating city of Florence is a place to engulf the senses and stretch your mind at every turn. The birthplace of the Renaissance, many of Italy’s artistic giants left behind an astonishing legacy of art waiting to be discovered here, from the Uffizi and Galleria dell'Accademia to the Ponte Vecchio, or alternatively you may visit the majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Basilica di Santa Croce. Enchanting Lucca is situated on the banks of the River Serchio, where the cobbled streets, handsome piazzas and shady promenades make it a perfect destination to explore by foot, as is Pisa, where the city’s most famous symbol, the precarious Leaning Tower, appears before you in the Square of Miracles. ISLANDS OF THE MIDDLE SEA On Elba, the island where Napoleon Bonaparte was exiled, you will see the elaborate villa where he lived, or take an optional tour to Capoliveri to enjoy some local wine. After which cruise the Isles Lavezzi and Maddalena Archipelago en route to Bonifacio and Ajaccio on the island of Corsica, ancestral home of the Napoleon, before continuing through what was once known as the Middle Sea to
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17 DAYS FROM ROME TO SEVILLE STATEROOM CATEGORY
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£3,450
£3,250
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3,495
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3,895
3,645
explore the capital of Menorca, Mahon, and the bustling city of Palma de Mallorca.
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4,150
3,900
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4,395
4,145
CRUISING SOUTHERN SPAIN After a day at sea, enjoy a panoramic drive through some of the outstanding sites of Malaga to visit the Picasso Museum, or an optional full day in Granada, where the Alhambra, begun in 1238, was the last capital of the Moors in Spain. Your excursion here includes the Royal Palace and the Generalife with its splendid gardens. Passing through the Strait of Gibraltar, we will then arrive in Cadiz for an overnight stay in a city where there has been a human settlement for over 4,000 years. Highlights here include the 18th-century Baroque cathedral and the splendid Moorish-style Alameda de Apodaca gardens. You may also travel to Jerez de la Frontera, a town famous for the production of sherry where, after a tour of the city, there will be sherrytasting at the Bodega Gonzalez Byass.
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4,650
4,400
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4,645
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Sail into the heart of Seville
Beautiful Mahon, Menorca
RIVER CRUISING TO SEVILLE Aegean Odyssey then sails inland through the Andalusian countryside along the Guadalquivir River to dock in the heart of Seville. Here you will visit the Royal Palace Alcazar, the oldest residence of Spanish royalty that is still in use today. The building amalgamates influences from the Arabic period and the late Middle Ages, through to the Renaissance, Baroque and the nineteenth century. In Cordoba, one of the world’s great destinations, you’ll also visit one of the wonders of the medieval world, the Great Mosque.
E
Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
5,395
5,095
D
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
5,895
5,545
C
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
6,250
5,900
B
Junior Suite/Balcony
6,985
6,495
A
Owner’s Suite/Balcony
7,495
7,095
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £4,050. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: 2-night hotel stay in Rome Renaissance Italy
Entrance to the Uffizi and Galleria dell’Accademia in Florence Visits to the romantic islands of the Mediterranean Enjoy river cruising through the Andalusian countryside from Cadiz to Seville A full day excursion to Cordoba
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JUNE 9 SEVILLE TO LONDON p40-41 Two days in Seville begin this 15-day voyage to Portugal’s historic cities, France’s wine country and England
FRANCE, THE STUNNING SCENERY OF THE ISLES OF SCILLY
NORTH WALES, THE IRISH CAPITAL AND FJORDS OF NORWAY,
THE FAROES PLUS THE ISLANDS AND CASTLES OF SCOTLAND.
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VIRTUALLY ALL PORTS OF CALL, PLUS EXTENDED STAYS IN SELECTED PORTS, YOU’LL ENJOY TIME ASHORE AND HAVE MORE TIME TO TAKE IN ALL THE SIGHTS.
JUNE 23 THE NORWEGIAN FJORDS Our exciting 15-day inaugural voyage to Norway’s historic cities and magnificent fjords
JULY 7 ICELAND, FAROES & SHETLANDS p44-45 A 16-day voyage to the edge of the Arctic Circle and the amazing natural wonders of Iceland
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JULY 22 THE BRITISH ISLES Circumnavigate the British Isles and call in on the Irish capital on an exciting 15-day voyage
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AUGUST 5 ICELAND, FAROES & SHETLANDS p48-49 Combine a voyage to the highlights of Iceland with visits to the remote islands of the Faroes, Shetlands and Orkneys AUGUST 20 LONDON TO LISBON Cruise south to Portugal’s historic cities via France’s great rivers – the Seine, Loire and Gironde
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EUROPEAN CONNOISSEUR
Honfleur
JUNE 9, 2018 SEVILLE TO LONDON
Sail from Seville along the Guadalquivir River and into the Atlantic on a voyage to Portugal’s historic cities, France’s Bordeaux wine region and England’s West Country.
France
Atlantic Ocean
Bordeaux
Santiago de Compostela
Vigo Portugal Oporto SPAIN Lisbon
Cordoba
Seville
From the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and the immense statue of Christ the King in Lisbon to the pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela, this voyage highlights the central role played by Christianity in the history of Europe. Along the way, Aegean Odyssey will take you to some of the most stunning scenery including cruising the Guadalquivir River from Seville to the Atlantic and sailing up the Gironde River to Bordeaux. The beautiful Cornish coast of England provides a unique contrast to these southern shores, as the futuristic biomes of the world-famous Eden Project simulate global climes to create a miraculous botanical wonder. There’s also plenty of history to explore, including the forgotten Heroes of D-Day or the Medieval town of Totnes and Buckfast Abbey. Then return to France for Honfleur, a picturesque port long sung about by poets and painted by artists.
15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,550pp 2018
PORT
JUN 9
Fly to SEVILLE Spain Transfer to hotel
overnight hotel
JUN 10
SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)
overnight hotel
JUN 11
SEVILLE Spain Embark Aegean Odyssey River cruising along the Guadalquivir River
JUN 12
At Sea
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VIGO Spain (Santiago de Compostela)
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River cruising along the Gironde River BORDEAUX France
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BORDEAUX France
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FALMOUTH England (Eden Project)
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DARTMOUTH England
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HONFLEUR France
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LONDON England Disembark Aegean Odyssey in Tilbury
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Optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid available pre-cruise. See page 77 for details.
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CORDOBA, SEVILLE AND RIVER CRUISING During your two-night stay in Seville, you will visit the Royal Palace Alcazar, the oldest residence of Spanish royalty that is still in use today and a building that amalgamates influences starting from the Arabic period, the late Middle Ages right through to the Renaissance, Baroque and nineteenth century. The Cathedral of Seville is the third largest in Europe and its Gothic interior houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus – well worth a visit in your free time. Enjoy a full day sightseeing of Cordoba, which contains one of the wonders of the medieval world, the Great Mosque. Then set sail from Seville along the Guadalquivir River to the Atlantic Ocean. IBERIA: IDYLLIC SCENERY AND CAPTIVATING CITIES There has been a settlement on the site of Lisbon since Neolithic times and the city has played a central role in European history since Roman times. This rich past will become evident as your tour of the city includes Alfama – the oldest quarter, the monumental statue of Christ the King and the monastery of Jeronimos. In Oporto, you can visit a wine estate to sample that most famous of fortified wines, port, or join a tour of this charming city. It is believed by the faithful that St James the Apostle preached in Galicia and that, after his death in the Holy Land, his body was brought back to Santiago de Compostela. A church was built over his remains in the 11th century and ever since this has been a place of pilgrimage. Your tour of the magnificent Cathedral includes the crypt where St James is believed to be buried, the museum and medieval town.
A TASTE OF FRANCE AND ENGLAND’S WEST COUNTRY Aegean Odyssey cruises up the River Gironde to berth in the heart of Bordeaux, described as having the most beautiful streets in France thanks to the magnificent 18th-century architecture. You will visit the highlights of the city including the Palais Rohan and the 13th-century Cathedral of St Andrew before venturing out of the city to a prestigious wine estate for a tasting. The West Country of England is a charming place, steeped in history from the founding of the Royal Navy to the D-Day landings. From Falmouth, drive through the lush green countryside to the world’s largest global garden, the breathtaking Eden Project, housed in a glass dome large enough to enclose the Tower of London, or visit St Michael’s Mount where the castle is based on Mont Saint-Michel in Normandy. Along the coast is Dartmouth, home to Britannia Royal Naval College. You will also have the opportunity to visit Slapton Sands, site of an unfortunate episode in the D-Day preparations, or visit a Medieval town and travel to nearby Buckfast Abbey. HONFLEUR, NORMANDY The history of Honfleur has always been tightly bound with the sea. Today this picturesque port offers visitors a unique heritage which can best be glimpsed by a leisurely guided tour along its narrow streets lined by timber-framed houses. One of Honfleur’s major sites is St Catherine’s Church, which dates from the 15th century and has the distinction of being France’s largest timber-built church.
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Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,050. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: River cruising down the Guadalquivir River The Great Mosque, Cordoba
A taste of Portugal in Oporto A pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela Cruise upriver into Bordeaux and France’s wine country England’s West Country including the Eden Project
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THE NORWEGIAN FJORDS
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JUNE 23, 2018 LONDON BACK TO LONDON
Join our inaugural summer voyage to the spectacular fjords and rivers, incredible landscapes and Scandinavian history of Norway.
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Explore the spectacular landscapes surrounding the village of Geiranger and the port of Olden. With its whitewashed timber cottages climbing up the hillside and stunning setting, Bergen is one of the world's most beautiful cities. Then in Flam, enjoy a ride on the scenic railway and a cruise on the Sognefjord, the largest and bestknown fjord in the country. With shore excursions in the cities of Stavanger and Kristiansand offering more opportunities for discovery, this Norwegian odyssey continues in the nation’s capital of Oslo, recently voted one of the best places to live in Europe.
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The reason why so many people put Norway at the top of their travel list is simple: it is one of the most beautiful countries in the world. Timed to coincide with the beginning of summer in the northern hemisphere, you will cross the North Sea from Scotland and enter one of the largest fjords in the world, Hardangerfjord.
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SCOTLAND’S CAPITAL, EDINBURGH Departing from Tilbury, Aegean Odyssey heads north for Scotland. With a full day at sea there’s time to relax before arriving at the port of Rosyth, where the morning will be spent touring Edinburgh, Scotland’s capital, including the Royal Mile and the famous Palace of Holyroodhouse, the residence of The Queen when she visits Scotland. Alternatively, head to Stirling Castle and enter the world of Scotland’s Renaissance kings and queens.
its railway. The route may run for just 12 miles, but it is perhaps the most dramatic train journey in Europe and is a masterpiece of engineering, climbing to 2,845ft above sea level alongside the Sognefjord, which you will also cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey. Stavanger has a network of islands connected by quaint bridges and an historic quarter full of wooden houses as well as a medieval cathedral. The architecture of Kristiansand’s traditional Kvadraturen Quarter is also diverse and striking. During your time here, you will see the 17thcentury Christiansholm Fortress, the 11th-century Oddernes Church and the open-air Vest-Agder Museum, featuring over forty pre-20th century buildings.
NORWAY: LAND OF FJORDS & FORESTS The mighty Hardangerfjord cuts a steepsided rocky path over 100 miles from the Atlantic into Norway's mountainous interior. Cruise this magnificent natural waterway to the picturesque port of Ulvik. From here explore one of Norway's most breathtaking regions including the impressive 300-metre deep Osafjord and lush steep-sided valleys. Eidfjord is one of the most beautifully sited towns in this part of Norway, dwarfed by sheer mountains and cascading waterfalls. It is also home to the impressive Voringsfossen waterfall that plunges nearly 200 metres down the mountainside and is widely considered to be one of the Norway's natural gems.
CITIES OF CULTURE: OSLO AND AMSTERDAM Your journey ends with visits to two of Europe's most charming, sophisticated and cosmopolitan cities. Surrounded by stunning countryside, Norway's capital Oslo is also a city of culture and history. Among the sights are the medieval Akershus Castle, the Bygdoy district with its fascinating Viking and Kon-Tiki Mueums, and the National Gallery, which houses many masterpieces including a version of Munch’s ‘The Scream’.
FROM BERGEN TO KRISTIANSAND Surrounded by seven hills and seven fjords, Bergen is a beguiling city. Flourishing by the early Middle Ages, its heritage can still be glimpsed in its beautifully preserved wooden houses of the Bryggen district. Here, a funicular will take you to the top of Mount Floyen for stunning views over the city. Other landmarks include Hakon's Hall, the Rosenkrantz Tower and the Mariakirken, Bergen’s oldest building. Tucked away at the far end of Aurlandsfjord is the tiny village of Flam, best known for
Arriving in the Dutch city of Amsterdam, you have a fantastic choice of tours that encompass moving history and the world's greatest artistic masterpieces. The Anne Frank Museum takes you inside the places where the young Jewish girl hid from the Nazis before being discovered. Alternatively, you may like to visit the Van Gogh Museum that houses the greatest selection of the master's works or visit the national Rijksmuseum, which has masterpieces by Vermeer, Rembrandt and Frans Hals.
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Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,795. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Our maiden cruise to Norway
Stave Church, Borgund
Stunning fjord cruising Take a scenic railway ride through the mountains from Flam Ride up Mount Floyen in Bergen and explore the Norwegian capital of Oslo Amsterdam: city of canals and artistic treasures
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ICELAND, FAROES & SHETLANDS
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Sail via the Shetland Islands to the edge of the Arctic Circle and the amazing natural wonders of Iceland, plus the remote Faroe Islands.
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You’ll sail to the port of Isafjordur on the edge of the Arctic Circle and to Akureyri with its magnificent green pastures, waterfalls and whale-filled bays. Finally, a call at Husavik, a charming harbour surrounded by snow-covered mountains, which is full of colourful houses and home to the geothermal Myvatn Nature Baths. On this trip you will also visit Scottish castles, Viking settlements in the Faroe Islands and the remote Shetland Islands.
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It is difficult to describe the dramatic and unique landscape of Iceland without resorting to clichés: this is the land of gushing geysers, rumbling volcanoes and creeping glaciers. The small volcanic island of Heimaey in the remote Westmann archipelago is your first Icelandic port of call, and it is then on to the island’s cosmopolitan capital, Reykjavik. From here you will visit the dramatic landscapes of Thingvellir National Park.
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16-DAY CRUISE FROM £2,995pp 2018
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SCRABSTER Scotland (Castle of Mey)
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ROSYTH Scotland (Edinburgh or Stirling Castle)
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THE REMOTE SHETLAND ISLANDS Departing from Tilbury, Aegean Odyssey heads north for Scotland. With two days at sea there’s time to get to know the ship, and take in a lecture or two, before arriving in Lerwick, the capital of the Shetlands. As well as seeing the famous free roaming ponies, here you will have the opportunity to visit the remarkable archaeological site of Jarlshof, tour Scotland’s most northerly town, or visit Lerwick Castle. ICELAND: LAND OF MYTHS AND LEGENDS The tiny island of Heimaey – it is only four miles long – is your first port of call in Iceland. Heimaey was devastated by the eruption of the Eldfell volcano in 1973, which destroyed over 400 buildings and deposited 200 million tons of ash and lava on the landscape. This catastrophic event is commemorated in the captivating museum, Eldheimar, meaning “worlds of fire”, which opened in 2014. Then on to Iceland’s vibrant capital Reykjavik and a journey along the famous “Golden Route”. This takes in the tumultuous Gullfoss waterfall and the other worldly landscapes of the Thingvellir National Park, which is also home to the site of the ancient Icelandic parliament established by the Vikings in AD930. Thingvellir is Iceland’s most important historical site and an area of outstanding natural beauty. After calling at the remote town of Isafjordur on the edge of the Arctic Circle, Aegean Odyssey sails to Akureyri on the north coast under snowcapped peaks at the head of Iceland’s longest fjord. Here signs of the earth’s power – glaciers, volcanoes, lava fields and stacks of basalt – are everywhere. Next, Iceland’s wildlife takes centre stage as Aegean Odyssey continues to the pretty
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fishing town of Husavik, the island’s whale-watching centre. Here you can watch Iceland’s marvellous birdlife on Lake Myvatn or relax in the warm waters of Mytvan Nature Baths. Mytvan, with its bubbling mud pools, extraordinary lava formations and volcanic craters, is Iceland as you have always imagined it. THE FAROES & SCRABSTER Setting course south, we call in at the small but charming capital of the Faroe Islands, Torshavn. Torshavn means ‘Thor's Harbour’, named after the god of thunder and lightning in Norse mythology. Founded in the 10th century, it is considered to be one of the oldest capitals in Northern Europe. Reaching Scotland, from the port of Scrabster journey to the Castle of Mey, where The Queen’s Mother fell for the isolated charms of what was then Barrogill Castle. Alternatively, learn more about the highland clearances in Bettyhill, or visit John o’ Groats, the most northerly inhabited settlement on mainland Britain. SCOTLAND’S CAPITAL, EDINBURGH Arrive at the port of Rosyth in the early morning and, after breakfast, head for Edinburgh to tour Scotland’s capital, including the Royal Mile and the famous Palace of Holyroodhouse, the residence of The Queen when she visits Scotland. Alternatively, head to Stirling Castle and enter the world of Scotland’s Renaissance Kings and Queens.
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Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £4,050. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Torshavn, Faroe Islands
Circumnavigate Iceland including five ports of call Exciting Reykjavik, the Icelandic capital The hot springs of Myvatn Call in on the remote Faroe Islands Sail along the Thames and disembark at Tower Bridge
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THE BRITISH ISLES
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JULY 22, 2018 LONDON BACK TO LONDON
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From the castles of Scotland to the Isles of Scilly, get to know more about the British Isles and Ireland on this fascinating Atlantic summer circumnavigation of a nation. Ocean
Tresco in the Isles of Scilly takes us to Holyhead on Anglesey from where you can explore the rugged Celtic coastline. Next is Ireland, and with a thousand-year history, a remarkable literary legacy and a love of a good time, Dublin is a place that never disappoints. The ship then sails to Scotland where you will see historic castles, dramatic scenery and spend time in its wonderful capital, Edinburgh. Heading south again, visit Hadrian's Wall, the northernmost border of the Roman Empire and the city of York renowned for its Viking past.
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15-DAY CRUISE FROM £2,550pp
Escaping the summer heat of southern seas, Aegean Odyssey departs Tower Bridge on its firstever circumnavigation of the British Isles. Our first port of call is St Peter Port in Guernsey before sailing back to the British mainland and the charming Cornish port of Falmouth. From here you will travel to a truly unique place: the Eden Project, the largest greenhouses in the world.
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FROM THE CHANNEL ISLANDS TO THE ISLES OF SCILLY St Peter Port is the capital of Guernsey and here your tour will include the stunning Candie Gardens and Castle Cornet, the impressive 13th-century fortress that guards the entrance to the harbour. Then sail to the picturesque Cornish port of Falmouth for one of the wonders of the modern world, the Eden Project. Located off the coast of Cornwall, Tresco is the second largest of the Isles of Scilly. After an early arrival, you will spend the morning at the world-famous Abbey Gardens which hosts a spectacular collection of more than 20,000 exotic plants from all corners of the world. Holyhead in Wales is a region with a rich history of Viking, Celtic and Medieval settlers. A half-day tour here begins at the western point of the Isle of Anglesey before continuing to the town with the longest name in the world – Llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch. Alternatively, visit Caernarfon Castle, where the British sovereign’s eldest son is customarily invested as the Prince of Wales, including the current Charles. DUBLIN AND SCOTLAND A day in Ireland’s capital, Dublin, encompasses all the great sites of this fascinating and fun city, including Trinity College and St Patrick’s Cathedral. Or you may visit Malahide Castle, along with the quaint 16th-century Abbey Tavern. There’s also an optional drive through beautiful Country Wicklow. Sailing north overnight, Aegean Odyssey reaches Scotland and Inveraray Castle, which has been the family seat of the Duke of Argyll since the 17th century. Alternatively, a scenic drive will take
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you to the tip of Loch Awe for majestic Glencoe, site of the infamous 1692 massacre. The colourful harbour of Portree in Skye has a name meaning “Port of the King” – an epithet it was given following a visit by James V in 1540. From here you may visit some of the most delightful and spectacular island countryside in the northern kingdom. There’s also the further choices of Dunvegan Castle and the Cuillins, or a trip to the rocky outcrop known as the Old Man of Storr. THE CASTLE OF MEY, EDINBURGH AND VIKING ENGLAND From the port of Scrabster journey to the Castle of Mey, where her Majesty Queen Elizabeth The Queen Mother fell for the isolated charms of what was then Barrogill Castle in 1952 and decided to save it from abandonment. Alternatively, learn more about the highland clearances in Bettyhill, or visit the small coastal village of John o’ Groats, the most northerly inhabited settlement on mainland Britain. The Scottish capital of Edinburgh is dramatically situated on and around remnants of an extinct volcano, where its castle still guards Scotland’s crown jewels and the centuries old Stone of Destiny. Your tour includes the Palace of Holyroodhouse, or there’s an optional visit to St Andrews, home of the world’s oldest golf club. Leaving Caledonia behind, in Tyne there is a visit to Hadrian's Wall before the Viking heritage of ancient York.
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Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,395. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Sail to Guernsey and the Isles of Scilly
Visit Dublin’s fair city
Circumnavigate Britain Scotland’s scenic coastline and castles Visit Hadrian’s Wall The Viking heritage of Jorvik York
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Neptune’s Steps, Abbey Gardens, Tresco
ICELAND, FAROES & SHETLANDS
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AUGUST 5, 2018 LONDON BACK TO LONDON
Sail to the edge of the Arctic Circle and the amazing natural wonders of Iceland, plus see the Shetland, Faroe and Orkney Islands.
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The second of our two summer cruises to the
16-DAY CRUISE FROM £2,995pp
Land of Fire and Ice, Iceland is a country of extremes, where Reykjavik is the world's most northern capital, yet it seldom grows colder than New York in the winter. The small volcanic island of Heimaey in the remote Westmann archipelago is your first port of call, then it’s on to the island’s cosmopolitan capital. From here you will visit the dramatic landscapes of Thingvellir National Park. Sail to Isafjordur on the edge of the Arctic Circle and call at Akureyri with its magnificent green pastures, waterfalls and whale-filled bays. Finally, call at Husavik, a charming harbour surrounded by snow-covered mountains, which is full of colourful houses and home to the geothermal Myvatn Nature Baths. On this trip, you will also visit Viking settlements in the Faroe Islands, the Scottish capital, Edinburgh and the remote Orkney and Shetland Islands.
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THE REMOTE SHETLAND ISLANDS With two days at sea there’s time to get to know the ship and take in a lecture or two after departing from Tilbury in London on your way to Lerwick, the capital of the Shetlands. Here, as well as seeing the famous free roaming ponies, you will have the opportunity to visit the remarkable archaeological site of Jarlshof, tour Scotland’s most northerly town, or visit Lerwick Castle. ICELAND: LAND OF MYTHS AND LEGENDS The tiny island of Heimaey – it is only four miles long – is your first port of call in Iceland. Heimaey was devastated by the eruption of the Eldfell volcano in 1973, which destroyed over 400 buildings and deposited 200 million tons of ash and lava on the landscape. This catastrophic event is commemorated in the captivating museum, Eldheimar, meaning “worlds of fire”, which opened in 2014. Then on to Iceland’s vibrant capital Reykjavik and a journey along the famous “Golden Route”. This takes in the tumultuous Gullfoss waterfall and the other worldly landscapes of the Thingvellir National Park, which is also home to the site of the ancient Icelandic parliament established by the Vikings in AD930. Thingvellir is Iceland’s most important historical site and an area of outstanding natural beauty. After calling at the remote town of Isafjordur on the edge of the Arctic Circle, Aegean Odyssey sails to Akureyri on
Outstanding wildlife
the north coast under snowcapped peaks at the head of Iceland’s longest fjord. Here signs of the earth’s power – glaciers, volcanoes, lava fields and stacks of basalt – are everywhere. Next, Iceland’s wildlife takes centre stage as Aegean Odyssey continues to the pretty fishing town of Husavik, the island’s whale-watching centre. Here you can watch Iceland’s marvellous birdlife on Lake Myvatn or relax in the warm waters of Mytvan Nature Baths. Mytvan, with its bubbling mud pools, extraordinary lava formations and volcanic craters, is Iceland as you have always imagined it. THE FAROES AND ORKNEY ISLANDS Setting course south, we call in at the small but charming capital of the Faroe Islands, Torshavn. Torshavn means ‘Thor's Harbour’, named after the god of thunder and lightning in Norse mythology. Founded in the 10th century, it is considered to be one of the oldest capitals in Northern Europe. Kirkwall, the capital of the Orkney Islands, is close to many fascinating Stone Age sites. As well as visiting the Neolithic village of Skara Brae and the ancient Ring of Brodgar, you will have the opportunity to visit the beautiful, hand-painted Italian Chapel of the South Isles, or try a wee dram of Orkney’s highly acclaimed 12-year-old malt whisky at the world’s most northerly whisky distillery. EDINBURGH Arrive early morning at Newhaven, and after breakfast, head for Edinburgh to tour Scotland’s capital, including the Royal Mile and the famous Palace of Holyroodhouse, the residence to The Queen when she visits Scotland. Alternatively, head to Stirling Castle and enter the world of Scotland’s Renaissance kings and queens.
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£3,195
£2,995
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3,450
3,250
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3,695
3,495
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3,995
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4,350
4,100
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4,400
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4,995
4,745
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5,295
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Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
5,595
5,295
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Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
6,095
5,750
C
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
6,450
6,095
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7,250
6,795
A
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7,995
7,495
Thingvellir National Park, Iceland
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £4,050. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Tour the Golden Circle of Iceland
Neolithic Skara Brae, Orkney Islands
Exciting Reykjavik The hot springs of Myvatn Whale watching in Husavik Visit the Neolithic ruins at Skara Brae in the Orkney Islands
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THE THREE RIVERS
Honfleur Rouen
AUGUST 20, 2018 LONDON TO LISBON
Paris
(TROIS-RIVIÈRES DE FRANCE)
Combine ocean and river cruising and enjoy the summer sun as you sail south to France’s chateaux and vineyards and Portugal’s historic cities.
One of the many highlights of this new cruise to the great rivers of France is a journey along that most romantic of waterways, the Seine. Aegean Odyssey sails downriver to Rouen, the capital of Normandy and home to the magnificent Notre Dame Cathedral that so captivated Monet. From here you can venture further to visit the sites of Paris or the palaces and gardens at Versailles. After a morning strolling the historic streets of Honfleur, sail through the French countryside up the Loire to visit the region's majestic chateaux. The final river cruise along the Gironde takes you to Bordeaux to learn about the art of winemaking and taste some of the great vintages. Visit San Sebastian in Spain and take a trip to the pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela. Then call at two of Portugal's most fascinating cities, Oporto and the capital Lisbon. Here a two-night hotel stay gives you the opportunity to fully experience this captivating destination and the idyllic scenery surrounding it.
Atlantic Ocean
Nantes
Chateaux Country
France Bordeaux San Sebastian La Coruna
Santiago de Compostela
SPAIN Oporto Portugal Lisbon
15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,695pp 2018
PORT
AUG 20
LONDON England Embark Aegean Odyssey in Tilbury
AUG 21
River cruising along the Seine ROUEN France
AUG 22
ROUEN France (Paris)
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HONFLEUR France
AUG 24
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AUG 25
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7.30pm
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SAN SEBASTIAN Spain
AUG 29
At Sea
AUG 30
LA CORUNA Spain (Santiago de Compostela)
7.00am
AUG 31
OPORTO Portugal
1.00pm
SEP 1
LISBON Portugal Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel
10.00am
SEP 2
LISBON Portugal
SEP 3
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1.00pm
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ROUEN, PARIS & HONFLEUR After boarding Aegean Odyssey at the port of Tilbury in London, you will cross the English Channel for the first of this voyage’s three great river cruises, entering the Seine estuary to sail inland to Rouen, the capital of the Normandy region. Here you will have the choice of a day trip to Paris, where the many sights include the Arc de Triomphe, the Louvre and of course, the Eiffel Tower, or you may spend the day at the Palace of Versailles, one of the largest and most ostentatious Royal residences in the world, with gardens covering some 230 acres and a French Baroque style that is a crowning achievement of 17th-century art. Returning to the mouth of the Seine, arrive in Honfleur for a leisurely guided tour through this picturesque port, including the Church of St Catherine which dates from the 15th century and has the distinction of being France’s largest timber-built church. FAIRYTALE CHATEAUX AND A TASTE OF FRANCE Entering the next of our rivers, the Loire, enjoy a day in the spectacular Chateaux Country. Once the favoured destination of the French royal family, this region boasts medieval fortresses, elaborate chateaux, Renaissance residences and impressive cathedrals. The Loire also produces some of the world’s greatest wines including Sancerre and Muscadet. Aegean Odyssey then cruises through glorious French countryside along the River Gironde to berth in Bordeaux, where the magnificent 18th-century architecture has led many people to describe the city as having the most beautiful streets in France. You’ll also venture out into the countryside to one of region’s most prestigious wine estates for a tour of the cellars and a tasting.
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Just over the Pyrenes, the coastal city of San Sebastian is a lively town with a beautiful waterfront and beaches. An afternoon here provides a chance to explore the historic Parte Vieja district, or take a walk along the famous La Concha Promenade, so named for its long shell-like curve, where the iconic Mirimar Palace and Perla Spa are just some of the sights. SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA It is believed by the faithful that Santiago Apostol (St James the Apostle) preached in Galicia and that, after his death in the Holy Land, his body was brought to Spain, where a church was built over his remains in the 11th century. Today the cathedral is the final destination for thousands of Christian pilgrims who walk the “Way of St James”, as you will see on your tour of this magnificent building, including the crypt where St James is believed to be buried. PORTUGAL: IDYLLIC SCENERY AND CAPTIVATING CITIES In Oporto, visit a wine estate to sample that most famous of fortified wines, or join a tour of this charming city which includes a visit to Porto Cathedral. Heading to Lisbon, you will arrive at the historical Belem Quarter, a pleasant riverside area that has links with the 15th-century Portuguese Age of Discovery. This rich past will become evident as your tour includes the oldest Alfama quarter, the monumental statue of Christ the King, the 16th-century masterpiece Church of Jeronimos and the fascinating Maritime Museum. You may also take the opportunity to visit the fairytale-like hilltop town of Sintra or the fishing village of Cascais.
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5,195
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5,495
5,145
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5,995
5,595
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6,550
6,150
Honfleur Harbour
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,150. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Sail along the Seine to Rouen for visits to Paris or Versailles Sail along the Loire for a full day tour of France’s Chateaux Country
A day trip to Paris
Sail up the Gironde River into Bordeaux for a wine tasting Make a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela
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Ponte Vecchio, Florence
AUTUMN SAILINGS
ADRIATIC AEGEAN MEDITERRANEAN
BACK IN THE MEDITERRANEAN FOR THE AUTUMN SEASON, AEGEAN ODYSSEY CRUISES THE COAST OF SPAIN TO THE FRENCH RIVIERA, ITALY AND THE DALMATIAN COAST, MOROCCO, THE CANARY ISLANDS AND THE
AEGEAN SEA, VISITING MORE OF CLASSICAL GREECE THAN EVER BEFORE.
WITH SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS INCLUDED AT VIRTUALLY ALL PORTS OF CALL AND EXTENDED STAYS IN SELECTED PORTS, INCLUDING A RETURN TO THE WONDERS OF ANCIENT
EGYPT,
YOU’LL ENJOY TIME ASHORE TO TAKE IN ALL THE SIGHTS.
NOW FEATURING LAND TOURS IN GREECE AND A RETURN TO ANCIENT EGYPT – HOTELS AND MEALS INCLUDED
SAVE UP TO
£1,400 PER CABIN
AEGEAN ODYSSEY AUTUMN SAILINGS SEPTEMBER 1 LISBON TO ROME p54-55 A 15-day journey along the coasts of Spain, the South of France and Italy visiting 11 ports of call with 9 included excursions SEPTEMBER 11 ROME TO VENICE p56-57 Travel from the sites of ancient Rome to the canals of Venice via the ruins of Pompeii and the stunning Dalmatian coast SEPTEMBER 25 VENICE TO ATHENS p58-59 A delightful voyage between two great cities. Enjoy the charming city of Split and the scenery of Kotor Bay along the way OCTOBER 1 THE AEGEAN EXPERIENCE I The ultimate Aegean Experience to the classical history of mainland Greece and the Greek Islands
p60-61
OCTOBER 10 THE AEGEAN EXPERIENCE II p62-63 Explore the fascinating sites of Ancient Greece and cruise the charming islands and cities of the northern Aegean Sea OCTOBER 18 THE AEGEAN EXPERIENCE & CAIRO Discover two of history’s great civilisations, Classical Greece and Ancient Egypt, on one magnificent journey
p64-65
OCTOBER 28 ATHENS TO MALAGA p66-67 A two-week cruise that takes you across the breadth of the Mediterranean, from Greece to Malta, Sicily and Spain NOVEMBER 10 MALAGA TO TENERIFE p68-69 Cruise from charming Seville to enjoy exotic Morocco and on to discover the wonderful beaches and landscapes of the Canaries
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MEDITERRANEAN
ODYSSEY
SEPTEMBER 1, 2018 LISBON TO ROME
Sail through the Strait of Gibraltar and across the Mediterranean Sea as this splendid voyage takes you to iconic ports and classical cities.
Portugal Lisbon
Valencia
Jerez
Cadiz
Mediterranean Sea
Malaga
Strait of Gibraltar
From Lisbon, the charming capital of Portugal, to the splendours of Imperial Rome and the treasures of Renaissance Italy, the wild Languedoc countryside of Carcassonne, and the picturesque Cote d’Azur in France, this cruise provides a fascinating insight into the many wonders of the remarkable Mediterranean Sea. Enjoy some sherry-tasting on an excursion from the Spanish port of Cadiz, and explore Malaga, the birthplace of Picasso, or drive through the Andalusian countryside to the Moorish city of Granada. See the outstanding monuments of Valencia and Barcelona, and wander through the ancient covered alleyways of Monte Carlo’s old town. Cruise Cinque Terre to the picturesque fishing village of Portofino in Italy, a popular retreat of the rich and famous. Be transported through the Tuscan hills to Florence, one of the most historically fascinating cities in the world, then let Rome reveal its secrets during a twonight hotel stay.
SPAIN
15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,795pp 2018
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2.00pm
6.00pm
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7.00am
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VALENCIA Spain
7.00am
6.00pm
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BARCELONA Spain
8.00am
7.00pm
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CARCASSONNE France
8.00am
4.00pm
8.00pm
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MARSEILLES France (Avignon)
SEP 9
MARSEILLES France Cruising the French Riviera MONTE CARLO Monaco
SEP 10
MONTE CARLO Monaco
SEP 11
Cruising Cinque Terre PORTOFINO Italy
8.00am 3.00pm
SEP 12
FLORENCE/PISA Italy
7.00am
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SEP 14
ROME Italy
SEP 15
ROME Italy Transfer to Rome Airport for flight home
1.00pm midnight 7.00pm
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THE MOORS IN SPAIN With its narrow streets and charming small squares, the old town of Cadiz reflects the city’s rich history and position as the gateway to the New World. Here you will also visit the Plaza Espana where the famous Las Cortes (Spanish Parliament) 1812 Monument is situated, then carry on to the ancient Phoenician port of La Caleta, home of the 17th-century Santa Catalina Fortress. Or alternatively, you may like to drive inland to Jerez de la Frontera for a visit to the Bodega Gonzalez Byass, one of the most famous wine cellars in Spain, for a tour and some sherry-tasting, after which you will sail to Malaga to enjoy a panoramic drive through some of the outstanding sites of the city on your way to the Picasso Museum, with a day in Moorish Granada another option. ROMAN SPAIN AND CATALONIA Founded by the Romans, Valencia is a charming old city but is also home to some wonderfully modern architecture, including the City of Arts and Sciences. Sightseeing in Barcelona is dedicated to exploring the Roman sites, such as the Temple of Apollo and the unique underground museum of Barcino. There is also a chance to see some of the greatest works of art ever created, from Velasquez to Miro, on a tour of the National Art Museum of Catalunya, after which you may like to take an optional tour of Antonio Gaudi’s masterpieces, including a panoramic drive past the Sagrada Familia and an inside visit to the Casa Batllo. PROVENCE & THE RIVIERA The fortified city of Carcassonne became the largest walled stronghold of the Middle Ages, and its remarkable towers and
ramparts are today a recognised UNESCO World Heritage Site. There’s also the choice of Montpellier’s charming streets and handsome medieval buildings, before your arrival in the port of Marseilles where you will travel to a treasure of the Provençal countryside, Avignon, home to the eponymous bridge and one of most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, the Papal Palace. You’ll then cruise along the French Riviera to an overnight stay in Monte Carlo, a place synonymous with glamour and joie de vivre. ITALY’S NATURAL & ARTISTIC TREASURES After spending a fabulous evening at leisure in the jet-set resort of Portofino, you will travel to Florence for a very special day in the birthplace of the Renaissance, where many of Italy’s artistic giants left behind an astonishing legacy of art from the Uffizi and Galleria dell'Accademia to the Ponte Vecchio. Or you may choose to visit the majestic Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore and Basilica di Santa Croce. If you’ve been to Florence before, there’s the opportunity to visit enchanting Lucca on the banks of the River Serchio, where the cobbled streets, handsome piazzas and shady promenades are perfect for exploring by foot, as is Pisa, where the city’s most famous symbol, the precarious Leaning Tower, appears before you in the Square of Miracles. Finally, your two-night hotel stay in Rome features a choice of the well-preserved archaeological site of Ostia Antica, or the largest and most famous Roman amphitheatre in antiquity, the Colosseum, together with the Basilica of St Peter in Chains. There’s also the opportunity of an optional visit to the Vatican, or to Villa d'Este, famed for its spectacular gardens.
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FULL FARE
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£2,795
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3,250
3,050
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3,495
3,295
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3,500
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3,740
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3,950
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4,495
4,195
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4,445
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4,995
4,645
D
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
5,595
5,245
C
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
5,895
5,495
B
Junior Suite/Balcony
6,495
5,995
A
Owner’s Suite/Balcony
6,995
6,495
Medieval Carcassonne
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,395. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Call at four of Spain’s great cities – Cadiz, Malaga, Valencia and Barcelona
Trevi Fountain, Rome
Medieval Carcassonne Overnight on board in the port at Monte Carlo Cruise Cinque Terre Renaissance Florence or Pisa Two-night hotel stay in Rome
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Venice
ITALIAN & ADRIATIC HIGHLIGHTS
Croatia Ancona Split Italy Adriatic Dubrovnik
Urbino
SEPTEMBER 11, 2018 ROME TO VENICE
Rome Sea Pompeii Sorrento Brindisi albania Salerno Sarande Paestum Lecce Corfu Butrint greece
This leisurely-paced cruise around Italy allows time to explore the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and enjoy the pleasures of beautiful Sorrento, Sicily, and glorious Adriatic coastal cities.
Start
with a two-night hotel stay in Rome and then join Aegean Odyssey on this autumn cruise to Venice. From Sorrento visit the ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum, and cruise along the marvellous Amalfi Coast and past the romantic island of Capri. Then call at the port of Salerno from where you will head to the magnificent Greek temples at Paestum. You’ll sail close to the volcanic island of Stromboli on the way to Taormina, Sicily and continue across the Ionian Sea to the Greek island of Corfu. The fascinating Graeco-Roman site of Butrint in Albania leads to the charming Croatian ports of Split and Dubrovnik before heading back to Italy and the Renaissance treasures of Urbino. Finally, to one of the world’s great destinations, Venice where an overnight stay will include an exclusive evening visit to La Fenice Opera House.
Sicily
Taormina
Mediterranean Sea
15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,795pp 2018
PORT
SEP 11
Fly to ROME Italy Transfer to hotel
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DEPART
overnight hotel
SEP 12
ROME Italy
overnight hotel
SEP 13
ROME Italy Transfer to Civitavecchia and embark Aegean Odyssey
SEP 14
SORRENTO Italy (Pompeii & Herculaneum)
SEP 15
SORRENTO Italy
overnight
SEP 16
SORRENTO Italy Cruise along Amalfi Coast SALERNO Italy (Paestum)
7.00am 1.00pm
8.00pm
SEP 17
Cruise past Stromboli and through the Strait of Messina TAORMINA Sicily
1.00pm
8.00pm
SEP 18
At Sea
SEP 19
CORFU Greek Islands SARANDE Albania (Butrint)
7.00am 2.00pm
noon 8.00pm
SEP 20
LECCE Italy (from Brindisi)
7.00am
8.00pm
SEP 21
DUBROVNIK Croatia
8.00am
9.00pm
SEP 22
SPLIT Croatia
7.00am
8.00pm
SEP 23
URBINO Italy (from Ancona)
8.00am
8.00pm
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VENICE Italy
8.00am
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7.00pm 7.30am overnight
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NATURAL AND ANCIENT WONDERS OF THE ADRIATIC The legacy of British rule is evident in Corfu Town as you will see during the morning tour. You will also visit the Byzantine Museum housed in the Church of Panagia Antivouniotissa. The Albanian archaeological site of Butrint has been occupied since at least the 8th century BC. Set in the south-eastern tip of Italy's boot, Lecce is a city of architectural treasures. These include the 25,000-seat Roman amphitheatre and the stunning Palazzo Tamborino with its seductive secret garden. Included sightseeing in Dubrovnik features the magnificent fortifications including the 10th century city walls, the Baroque Church of St Blaise and the Cathedral. Split is home to one of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian. There will be a morning tour of this remarkable palace including the Temple of Jupiter and Diocletian’s mausoleum. In the afternoon, there’s an option of visiting Trogir, one of the gems of the Dalmatian coast.
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RENAISSANCE URBINO AND VENICE Perched on two hills, the walled town of Urbino contains some true treasures. Here you will visit the birthplace of Raphael, tour the Palazzo Ducale, Italy's most beautiful Renaissance palace, and view the magnificent Duomo. Your cruise ends with an overnight stay in Venice and a guided stroll around its heart – Piazza San Marco. Then free time to visit the stunning island of Torcello or simply walk to the Rialto. As a wonderful finale, you will enjoy an exclusive visit to La Fenice Opera House: not to be missed.
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AMALFI COAST, PAESTUM & SICILY Leaving Sorrento around breakfast time, you’ll enjoy a cruise along the spectacular Amalfi coast to Salerno for a visit to Paestum. Legend has it that Paestum was founded by Jason of Argonaut fame. What is undoubted, however, is the majesty of the three Greek temples that were the heart of this 6th century Greek city. During a relaxing morning at sea we pass through the Strait of Messina on the way to Taormina and the island of Sicily. With its mountainous background and spectacular
views of Etna, the Graeco-Roman theatre is our afternoon destination.
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THE GRANDEUR OF ROME & MYSTERIES OF POMPEII Begin with a two-night hotel stay in Rome, the capital of Italy, also known as the Eternal City. Included morning sightseeing starts at the Colosseum, constructed in 80AD by Emperor Vespasian as a means of gaining the love of the people by building a venue for gladiatorial games with a capacity of 50,000 spectators. It ends with a visit to the Basilica of St Peter in Chains. Embark Aegean Odyssey and cruise south to Sorrento. Included sightseeing features the magnificent remains of Pompeii. The town, some of which dates back to the 6th century BC, was engulfed by lava erupting from Vesuvius in August 79AD. From the casts of the bodies of its inhabitants, to the ancient surgical implements and beautiful frescoes, nowhere else gives us such an insight into the lives of the ancients. After lunch, we visit the nearby town of Herculaneum which perished in the same eruption. This is followed by a free day in Sorrento, with time to take the hydrofoil across the Bay of Naples to the wonderful isle of Capri or, head for Naples and the National Archaeological Museum.
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DALMATIA & ANCIENT GREECE
Croatia Split Ancona Korcula Dubrovnik Adriatic Kotor Bay Sea montenegro
Urbino
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 VENICE TO ATHENS
Cruise through the beautiful Adriatic Sea and the serene splendour of Kotor Bay en route to the classical sites of ancient Greece.
Take an unforgettable journey between two gems of art history, Venice and Athens. On the way see Renaissance masterpieces at Urbino, visit Diocletian’s massive mausoleum in Split, admire the natural wonder of Kotor Bay, and view one of Greece’s most extensive collections of Byzantine art in Corfu. In Athens, you will have plenty of time to see the city’s magnificent classical treasures including, of course, the Acropolis. This voyage also takes you to ancient Olympia and Pylos with its huge natural harbour, its castle and surrounding pine-covered hills. Then it is on to Monemvasia, the tiny rock of an island – known as the “Gibraltar of the Aegean” – that is joined to the mainland by a single causeway. Before reaching Athens there is time to call at Hydra, one of Greece’s most charming and picturesque islands.
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13-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,545pp 2018
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SEP 25
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SPLIT Croatia
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KORCULA Croatia Cruising past Hvar and Brac DUBROVNIK Croatia
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DUBROVNIK Croatia KOTOR BAY Montenegro (Scenic cruising)
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CORFU Greek Islands
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KATAKOLON Greece (Olympia) PYLOS Greece
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PYLOS Greece (Venetian Castles)
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VENICE AND RENAISSANCE URBINO “To live in Venice or even visit it means you fall in love with the city itself.” The veracity of this remark by the American art collector Peggy Guggenheim soon becomes clear during an overnight stay in this remarkable city. Indeed, there is no better way to begin your trip than with a morning’s sightseeing walk around this magnificent destination before sailing to the walled town of Urbino for more Renaissance treasures including the birthplace of Raphael and the Palazzo Ducale. THE BEAUTY OF DALMATIA Your first port of call along the Dalmatian coast is Split, home to one of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian. A morning tour here also includes the Temple of Jupiter and the massive octagonal mausoleum, which was converted into a cathedral in the 7th-century. Said to be the birthplace of Marco Polo, the pine-forested island of Korcula is home to some splendid Venetian architecture. Aegean Odyssey will then cruise past the beautiful islands of Hvar and Brac to arrive in Dubrovnik, which Lord Byron described as the “Pearl of the Adriatic” for a leisurely evening ashore, followed by a morning of sightseeing before sailing south to the stunning fjord of Kotor Bay in Montenegro. ELEGANT CORFU With cricket still played on the green, the legacy of British rule is still evident in Corfu’s capital city, but the 15th-century church of Panagia Antivouniotissa holds another surprise for all who venture inside as well: one of Greece's most extensive collections of Byzantine art. Alternatively, for a more Venetian option there is the Old Fortress surrounded by a fairy-tale moat atop a large cliff.
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CLASSICAL GREECE AND ITS ISLANDS Our first port of call on the Greek mainland is Katakolon for a morning tour to Ancient Olympia, where the first Olympic Games took place in 776BC. You will then return to Aegean Odyssey for a leisurely afternoon cruising the Ionian Sea en route to a relaxing evening ashore and a morning of sightseeing in historic Pylos: either to the castle of Niokastro and the Venetian castle of Methoni, or the archaeological site of Messini which dates back to 146BC. Monemvasia has a name meaning “single entrance” and after passing through a gap in a rocky cliff here you will emerge into a uniquely beautiful medieval scene to explore, before sailing to perhaps the most charming of all Greek islands, Hydra, a popular refuge from the hustle and bustle of Greece’s capital city thanks to its ban on private motor vehicles. ATHENS AND THE ACROPOLIS Your two-night hotel stay in Athens includes a full morning's guided tour of the city's ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the "Golden Age" between 447-438BC, the Acropolis embodies the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture during this remarkable era. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and have free time to explore the city's other remarkable sites such as the ancient Agora (or “gathering place”) and the National Archaeological Museum.
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VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Evening sail from Venice Explore the beautiful Dalmatian coast
Evening sail from Venice
Cruise through serene Kotor Bay Explore ancient Olympia Two-night hotel stay in Athens
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show you the very best historical, archaeological and natural wonders that Greece and its islands have to offer. Also, autumn is the perfect time of year for this trip as the heat of summer is waning but the light is particularly beautiful. Your journey begins with a five-day land tour of Greece. This includes two nights in Athens including a guided tour of the Acropolis, the spiritual splendour of the monastery at Osios Loukas, the elegant ruins of Delphi set in a stunning rocky landscape, Agamemnon's ancient capital of Mycenae, and the monumental grandeur of the theatre at Epidaurus. Then join Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus for a cruise to the best of the Greek Islands. Along the way you will experience the fishing-village charm of Hydra, stunning Santorini, the Minoan treasures of Crete, the fascinating Crusader stronghold of Rhodes, and the sacred ruins of Delos. So there you have it: a fabulous journey through the finest achievements of Classical Greek art and the spectacular scenery of the Greek Islands.
Rhodes Karpathos
Santorini Heraklion
The second of our most complete Aegean Experiences yet, beginning with a five-day land tour of Athens and Classical Greece, followed by Greek Island cruising at its best.
This brand-new cruise-tour has been designed to
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Crete
13-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,595pp 2018
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OCT 1
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
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overnight hotel
OCT 2
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
overnight hotel
OCT 3
ATHENS/DELPHI Greece Morning drive for sightseeing at Osios Loukas en route to Delphi for afternoon sightseeing and overnight overnight hotel
OCT 4
DELPHI/NAUPLIA Greece Morning drive to Mycenae for sightseeing, then on to Nauplia for overnight
OCT 5
NAUPLIA/PIRAEUS Greece Sightseeing in Epidaurus en route to embark Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus
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HYDRA Greek Islands
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OCT 7
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
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OCT 8
HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
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OCT 9
KARPATHOS Greek Islands
8.00am
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OCT 10
RHODES Greek Islands
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NISYROS Greece
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DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands
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LINDOS & DELOS The structures of Rhodes’ old town on the island of the same name dates from the era of the Knights of St John of Jerusalem, who lived here from 1309 until 1522. You will also visit the lookout Mount Smith, named after the British admiral Sir Sydney Smith, and enter the citadel of the Knight’s through the d’Amboise Gate on your way to the restored Grand Master’s Palace. There’s also the opportunity to visit the Acropolis at Lindos followed by the tiny volcanic island of Nisyros, after which Delos is birthplace of Achilles and one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Greece. Then nearby Mykonos is the perfect finale, with its cafes and shops, providing the perfect place to relax.
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CRUISING THE GREEK ISLANDS The next part of your Greek adventure involves a classic Greek island cruise on board Aegean Odyssey, beginning with the carless idyll of Hydra, and Santorini, where the newly reopened Minoan settlement of Akrotiri is a highlight. You will also visit several of the islands picturesque villages, including Oia with its whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches. The heyday of Minoan civilisation (2000-1600BC) was marked by the construction of great palaces, the best known being Knossos on the island of Crete. Excavations here began in 1899 by the British archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans, who controversially “restored” the palace. You will then sail to friendly Karpathos for a maiden visit to an island which has managed to maintain many of its customs and idiosyncrasies due to its remoteness.
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the eastern Mediterranean from the 16th to the 13th centuries BC. Epidaurus, sacred to Asclepios the god of medicine, is the site of the best preserved of all Greek theatres.
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FROM CLASSICAL ATHENS TO MAGICAL EPIDAURUS Your two-night stay in Athens includes a full-morning's guided tour of the city's ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the "Golden Age" of Athens between 447438BC, the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and have plenty of free time to explore the city's other remarkable sites such as the ancient Agora and the National Archaeological Museum. Your 3-day tour of Classical Greece starts with a call at the medieval Monastery of Osios Loukas (Holy Luke). Built by the Emperor Romanos in about 1011, the monastery contains remarkable Byzantine mosaics and frescoes. Then to ancient Delphi, exquisitely located in a series of terraces at the foot of Mount Parnassus. Enjoy a guided tour of the fabulous remains of this great sanctuary, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the Temple of Apollo that dates from 330BC. Walk the Sacred Way in the steps of the thousands of teopropoi (pilgrims) who came here to purify themselves by bathing in the Castalian Spring before making their ritual sacrifice and consulting the Oracle. Next visit two of the great sites of classical Greece: Mycenae and the magnificent theatre at Epidaurus. Mycenae was the capital of a great civilisation that dominated
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OCTOBER 10, 2018 ATHENS BACK TO ATHENS
islands will explore the magnificent achievements of classical Athens, the exploits of Alexander the Great and the journeys of the apostle St Paul. You will see wonderful ancient temples, sparkling Byzantine mosaics and breathtaking scenery. Visit the Acropolis and Parthenon, then enjoy a drive through stunning countryside to the monastery at Osios Loukas and sacred Delphi on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. At Corinth, explore one of the most important cities of the ancient world. Then board Aegean Odyssey and sail to the island of Tinos before visiting the monasteries at Meteora, one of the most remarkable sights in the Mediterranean. Other highlights include the enchanting Byzantine mosaics of Thessalonica, Mount Olympus, and cruising past Mount Athos to Philippi named after the father of Alexander the Great and where St Paul delivered his first European sermon. This exciting new cruise avoids the heat and crowds of summer, and with tours to all major sites included, promises to be an unforgettable voyage.
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Mount Athos
Volos Aegean Greece Sea Delphi Athens Chios Corinth Tinos Patmos
This fascinating voyage around the Aegean is a true autumn treat. Starting in Athens, you will visit some of the most inspiring classical and Byzantine monuments of the ancient world.
This fantastic voyage of mainland Greece and its
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13-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM ÂŁ2,595pp 2018
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OCT 10
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
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overnight hotel
OCT 11
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
overnight hotel
OCT 12
ATHENS/DELPHI Greece Morning drive for sightseeing at Osios Loukas en route to Delphi for sightseeing and overnight
overnight hotel
OCT 13
DELPHI/CORINTH/PIRAEUS Greece Morning drive to Corinth for sightseeing en route to Piraeus to embark Aegean Odyssey
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OCT 14
TINOS Greek Islands
8.00am
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OCT 15
VOLOS Greece (Monasteries at Meteora)
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OCT 16
THESSALONICA Greece
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THESSALONICA Greece Cruising past Mt Athos
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KAVALA Greece (Philippi)
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OCT 19
SAMOTHRAKI Greek Islands
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OCT 20
CHIOS Greek Islands
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OCT 21
PATMOS Greek Islands
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PIRAEUS Greece 6.00am Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Athens Airport for flight home
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THE GREEK ISLANDS After cruising close to the spectacular peninsular of Mount Athos, you call at Kavala for a visit to Philippi where the apostle St Paul delivered his first sermon in Europe, sowing the seeds of Christianity. You will also step ashore for maiden visits to Samothraki, where the extensive ancient temple complex was a site of many important religious ceremonies, then spend the day on the island of Chios, which is notable for being the birthplace of Homer and for its 11th-century UNESCO World Heritage monastery of Nea Moni. Tiny Patmos is another significant Christian pilgrimage site where John of Patmos is said to have written the Book of Revelation in the Cave of the Apocalypse. Here you will visit the medieval village of Chora and the Monastery of St John the Theologian.
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TINOS & THE MONASTERIES AT METEORA The shrine to Our Lady of Tinos is a major landmark dedicated to the miracle of a nun who was visited by the Virgin Mary in the 19th century and instructed to uncover an icon that had been lost for centuries. After a number of false starts Mary’s icon was successfully discovered and in celebration a shrine was built on the island, which today is one of the most important sites of pilgrimage in Greece. From the port of Volos, you travel by road to see the famous Byzantine monasteries built on the sandstone towers at Meteora. In all there are twenty-four monasteries at Meteora and although many have fallen into ruin, some of the remaining are adorned with beautiful frescoes.
BYZANTINE THESSALONICA Thessalonica is Greece’s second city and your tour here will concentrate on its Byzantine heritage, including the 5thcentury basilica Agios Dimitrios, the Rotonda, the mosaics of Agia Sofia and the Museum of Byzantine culture; or you may visit the Roman baths and Odeon of Dion at the foot of Mount Olympus. There is also a chance to explore the archaeological museum of Pella, before descending into the Royal Tombs of Vergina, where many Macedonian kings are buried including Alexander the Great’s father, Philip II.
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ATHENS & CLASSICAL GREECE Your three nights on the Greek mainland start with a morning guided tour of Athens’ ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the city’s "Golden Age", Sacred Delos between 447-438BC, the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture during this remarkable era. Alternatively, our Byzantine Athens excursion combines visits to both the Byzantine Museum and the Monastery of Kaisariani with its fine frescoes and elegant gardens. A morning drive through the Greek countryside takes you to another Byzantine monastery, historic Osios Lukas, on the way to the ruins of ancient Delphi on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Among the archaeological relics at this large site is the temple where Apollo is said to have foretold the future through his oracle. Then discover the ancient city of Corinth, before boarding Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus.
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Mediterranean Sea
A five-day land tour of Classical Greece followed by a cruise featuring three days of unmissable sights in Egypt including the Great Pyramids and Sphinx.
With autumn warmth replacing summer heat, October is the ideal month for a cruise which combines the fascinating worlds of classical Greece and ancient Egypt. After visiting the Acropolis, sacred Delphi and Minoan Crete, you arrive in Egypt for an unforgettable trip. Starting in Alexandria, the city founded by Alexander the Great, with its Graeco-Roman ruins you then head for Cairo for a two-night stay. Here you will visit the Great Pyramid of Khufu (Cheops), the oldest and only surviving of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the serene Sphinx and the Egyptian Museum with its Pharaonic treasures. Also explore the sites of Memphis and Sakkara, including the monumental statue of Ramesses II and the Sakkara necropolis. You’ll also enjoy an evening cruise on the Nile with dinner and bellydance show. Before returning to Athens, call at the island of Rhodes with its spectacular Crusader palace and fortifications.
Crete
Alexandria Sakkara
Cairo Giza
egypt
13-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,800pp 2018
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OCT 18
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
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overnight hotel
OCT 19
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
overnight hotel
OCT 20
ATHENS/DELPHI Greece Morning drive for sightseeing at Osios Loukas en route to Delphi for afternoon sightseeing and overnight overnight hotel
OCT 21
DELPHI/NAUPLIA Greece Morning drive to Mycenae for sightseeing, then on to Nauplia for overnight overnight hotel
OCT 22
NAUPLIA/PIRAEUS Greece Sightseeing in Epidaurus en route to embark Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus
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HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
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CAIRO Egypt (Memphis & Sakkara, Dinner cruise and show on the Nile)
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CAIRO/ALEXANDRIA Egypt Morning sightseeing at Pyramids at Giza followed by special lunch by the pyramids. Afternoon transfer to re-embark Aegean Odyssey in Alexandria.
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ANCIENT EGYPT You will cross the Mediterranean Sea to the Egyptian port of Alexandria which, during the Hellenistic period, was home to one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, the Lighthouse or Pharos of Alexandria. The city was also home one of the most important libraries in antiquity, which is today commemorated by the huge cultural repository of the Bibliotheca Alexandrina. After included sightseeing in Alexandria, you’ll head through the Nile Delta by motorcoach to enjoy two nights at a top hotel in the Egyptian capital, Cairo. Here, you’ll see all the main sights including the Giza pyramid complex, the oldest of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the only one still largely intact. You’ll also see the famous Sphinx, pay a special visit to the Egyptian Museum to see the death mask of Tutankhamen. Head out of town to visit Memphis and the necropolis at Sakkara including the monumental statue of Ramses II and enjoy a dinner cruise on the Nile.
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the Knights of St John. Dominated by the Palace of the Grand Masters, this mighty crusader fortress stood firm for over 200 years until it was overpowered in 1522 by the massive army of Suleyman the Magnificent. Alternatively, take a trip to the Acropolis at Lindos – surrounded by 13th-century crusader fortifications, the centrepiece of the acropolis is the 4thcentury BC Temple of Lindian Athena.
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ATHENS & CLASSICAL GREECE Your four nights ashore on the Greek mainland begin with a guided tour of Athens’ ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the city’s "Golden Age", between 447-438BC, the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture during this remarkable era. Alternatively, Byzantine Athens combines visits to the Byzantine Museum and the Monastery of Kaisariani with its fine frescoes and elegant gardens. A morning drive through the Greek countryside takes you to another Byzantine monastery, historic, walled Osios Lukas, on the way to the ruins of ancient Delphi on the slopes of Mount Parnassus. Among the archaeological relics of this large site is the temple where Apollo is said to have foretold the future through his oracle. A relaxing overnight in Delphi is followed by the archaeological site of Mycenae, one of the greatest cities of the highlydeveloped Mycenaean civilisation. It’s then just a short drive to the port of Nauplia for a final hotel stay before visiting Epidaurus, where the ancient theatre is still in use today, on the way to join Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus.
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OCTOBER 28, 2018 ATHENS TO MALAGA
See the great sights of Antiquity in Athens and sail to the fascinating islands of Santorini, Crete, Malta and Sicily.
This autumn voyage departs from Athens to chart a course through what was known in centuries past as the Middle Sea. Start your journey with a two-night, hotel stay in the Greek capital for the very best of its ancient sights, including the Parthenon. Visit the Minoan settlements of Akrotiri in Santorini and the Cretan Palace of Knossos, home of the legendary Minotaur’s labyrinth. Sail into the Grand Harbour of Valletta in Malta and visit the fabulous island of Sicily to explore the sparkling mosaics of Monreale Cathedral. You’ll also tour the palaces of Palermo and see the ancient temples at Segesta, with an exclusive optional special event at the Palazzo Gangi, location for the filming of the movie “The Leopard”, before arriving in the Spanish city of Malaga.
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Mediterranean Sea
Greece Trapani Palermo Athens Segesta Catania Santorini sicily Chania Heraklion Valletta Knossos malta crete
Malaga
14-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,495pp 2018
PORT
OCT 28
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
overnight hotel
OCT 29
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
overnight hotel
OCT 30
ATHENS/PIRAEUS Greece Embark Aegean Odyssey in nearby Piraeus
OCT 31
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
8.00am
NOV 1
HERAKLION Crete (Knossos)
6.00am
NOV 2
CHANIA Crete
7.00am
midnight
Segesta, Sicily
DEPART
8.00pm
8.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm
NOV 3
At Sea
NOV 4
VALLETTA Malta
8.00am
NOV 5
CATANIA Sicily (Syracuse or Taormina)
8.00am
NOV 6
PALERMO Sicily (Monreale)
7.00am
NOV 7
TRAPANI Sicily (Segesta)
7.00am
NOV 8/9
At Sea
NOV 10
MALAGA Spain Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Malaga Airport for flight home
Optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid available post-cruise. See page 77 for details.
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2,995
2,695
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3,250
2,900
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3,450
3,100
3,695
3,295
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3,495
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Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
4,595
4,145
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Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
5,350
4,850
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Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
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5,595
5,045
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Junior Suite/Balcony
6,195
5,595
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6,750
6,050
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Two-night hotel stay in Athens
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Discover the history of the Minoans in Santorini and Crete
Historic Malta
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Sail into Malta’s historic Valletta Harbour A
RELAXING AT SEA As you sail towards Spain, you will be able to take advantage of all Aegean Odyssey has to offer. You can start the day with an early morning yoga class or set yourself up with a leisurely breakfast. There are fascinating lectures to attend and a wellstocked library, before your arrival in the port of Malaga.
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THE GREEK ISLANDS OF SANTORINI & CRETE Boarding Aegean Odyssey in the Athenian port of Piraeus, you will cruise to Santorini, where the newly reopened Minoan settlement of Akrotiri is a highlight. Dating from the 16th century BC, this ancient city was wonderfully preserved under volcanic ash. Here you will also visit several of the island’s picturesque villages, including Oia with its whitewashed houses and blue-domed churches. The heyday of Minoan civilisation (2000-1600BC) was marked by the construction of great palaces, the best known of which is Knossos on the island of Crete. Excavations began here in 1899 by the British archaeologist, Sir Arthur Evans, who controversially “restored” the palace with his own eccentric ideas of Minoan interior design. Chania, on the north coast of Crete, has a small but charming archaeological museum located inside the Venetian Church of San Francesco, where your tour will also include a visit to the tomb of the island’s national hero, Eleftherios Venizelos, who prior to becoming Prime Minster for Greece, was instrumental in the island’s struggle against the Ottomans.
MALTA & SICILY One of the most wonderful sights in the Mediterranean is an arrival into the spectacular Grand Harbour of Valletta in Malta, founded by the Knights of St John in 1566. Here your tour of the island’s capital city will include the Baroque St John’s Co-Cathedral and the magnificent Palace of the Grand Masters. Sailing onwards, Sicily is another great celebration of the highest achievements of Western civilisation where our first port-of-call will be Catania for a half day sightseeing tour to Syracuse which features the magnificent Greek theatre and the excellent archaeological museum, or visit the Greek theatre of Taormina in the shadow of Mount Etna. Next is the island’s capital, Palermo, where you will see Monreale Cathedral and the Benedictine cloisters, a magnificent synthesis of Romanesque and Arab architecture. There is then the opportunity of a very special exclusive optional visit to the Palazzo Gangi, an aristocratic, privately-owned residence that is one of Palermo’s most delightful secrets. From the port of Trapani, you can also visit the Greek temples at Segesta, or there is the choice of optional trips to the hill-top town of Erice, or a day in the ancient Greek city of Selinunte and the town of Marsala, built on the ruins of the Carthaginian city Lilybaeum.
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CLASSICAL ATHENS Your two-night hotel stay in Athens includes a guided tour of the capital’s ancient citadel, the Acropolis, which represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture during the “Golden Age” of 447-438BC. Alternatively, Byzantine Athens combines both the Byzantine Museum and the Monastery of Kaisariani, with its fine frescoes and elegant gardens, after which there’s the option of visiting the National Archaeological Museum.
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Strait of Gibraltar
MOORISH ODYSSEY
Rabat
NOVEMBER 10, 2018 MALAGA TO TENERIFE
Discover the lesser-known treasures of the Canary Islands and enjoy a tour to the very best of Morocco.
Start your cruise by sailing up the Guadalquivir River to Seville in the heart of Andalucia and birthplace of flamenco. Then to the historical Spanish port of Cadiz, from where you will travel to Jerez for a memorable sherry tasting in one of Spain’s top bodegas. Afterwards head to Morocco and a chance to experience Casablanca, Marrakesh, Fez and Rabat and the exciting city of Taroudant. Cruising out into the Atlantic Ocean you come to the sun-blessed Canary Islands for a visit to the famous Fire Mountains of the Timanfaya National Park on the island of Lanzarote. Finally to La Palma, the greenest of the Canary Islands, and the chance to experience real, unspoiled nature. The landscape varies from the verdant forests of the north, where lush vegetation drips from the rainforest canopy, to the desertscapes of the south, where volcanic craters and twisted rock formations define the views.
Casablanca
Atlantic Ocean
Marrakesh Agadir
Canary La Palma Islands Lanzarote Tenerife
Taroudant
12-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM £2,345pp 2018
PORT
NOV 10
Fly to MALAGA Spain Transfer to Aegean Odyssey
NOV 11
At Sea
NOV 12
River cruising along the Guadalquivir River SEVILLE Spain
NOV 13
SEVILLE Spain
NOV 14
CADIZ Spain (Jerez)
11.00am
NOV 15
CASABLANCA/FEZ Morocco Morning drive to Fez for afternoon sightseeing and overnight
8.00am
NOV 16
FEZ/RABAT/CASABLANCA Morocco Morning drive from Fez to Rabat for lunch and sightseeing en route to Casablanca to rejoin Aegean Odyssey
NOV 17
CASABLANCA/MARRAKESH Morocco Drive from Casablanca to Marrakesh for afternoon sightseeing and overnight overnight hotel
NOV 18
MARRAKESH/TAROUDANT/AGADIR Morocco Drive from Marrakesh via Taroudant to Agadir to rejoin Aegean Odyssey 7.00pm
NOV 19
LANZAROTE Canary Islands
2.00pm
7.00pm
NOV 20
LA PALMA Canary Islands
2.00pm
7.00pm
NOV 21
TENERIFE Canary Islands 6.00am Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Tenerife Airport for flight home
Optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid available pre-cruise. See page 77 for details
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ANDALUSIA – SEVILLE & CADIZ Join Aegean Odyssey in Malaga on the Costa del Sol, and enjoy a relaxing first day at sea. Time to settle in, take in a lecture and some late autumn sun, and admire views of Gibraltar as we head from the Mediterranean into the Atlantic. Next day, you’ll cruise through the Andalusian countryside as we sail up the River Guadalquivir to dock in the very heart of Seville. During your stay you’ll visit the Royal Palace Alcazar, a building that amalgamates influences starting from the Arabic period right through to the Renaissance, Baroque and the nineteenth century. You’ll also have time to visit the splendid cathedral, third largest in Europe and home to the tomb of Christopher Columbus. Aegean Odyssey then calls at the port of Cadiz from where you visit Jerez de la Frontera, a town famous for the production of sherry and, after a tour of the city, you will stop at one of the famous Bodegas for a sherry tasting. MOROCCO’S HISTORIC CITIES – FEZ, RABAT & MARRAKESH Leaving Casablanca behind, we drive to Fez. With its UNESCO-listed souks and 4th-century religious schools, Fez is a medieval marvel as you will see on our included afternoon sightseeing. Dinner and overnight in Fez. Next morning, we head for Rabat, located on the Atlantic
Taroudant
coast. Rabat, meaning “fortified place,” is Morocco’s capital and sightseeing highlights include the Kasbah of the Oudayas, the Oudaya Gate, built during the Almohad dynasty, the Mohamed V Mausoleum, burial place of the present King’s father, and the façade of the Royal Palace. Enjoy a relaxing evening back on board Aegean Odyssey in Casablanca before heading inland to Marrakesh where sightseeing features a walk through the famous medina and a visit to 14th century Ben Youssef Medrassa and 12th century Kubba El Baroudyine with its beautiful dome. Continue to the Marrakesh Museum and Kasbah, finishing in the famous Djemma el-Fna Square. Dinner and overnight in Marrakesh. After breakfast we drive south through the Atlas Mountains and visit ancient Taroudant on the way to Agadir. ATLANTIC ISLANDS – LANZAROTE, LA PALMA & TENERIFE On Lanzarote, you will discover a little known aspect of the Canary Islands as you travel to the stunning Timanfaya National Park, the famous Fire Mountains of Lanzarote. Lanzarote may be best known for its beaches but there is a lot more to the island. You will also have the opportunity to appreciate the coastline of Los Hervideros, where the lava from the eruption flowed down to the sea and, as it cooled, created some strange shapes. Sail into the harbour of Santa Cruz on La Palma island – one of the lesser-known Canary Islands – and you’ll be greeted by the island’s stunning volcanic landscape. Here you can either explore La Palma or venture inland to the Caldera de Taburiente National Park. Our last morning awakes to the sight of Tenerife, dominated by Mt Tiede, among the world’s largest volcanoes.
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FULL FARE
SAVER FARE
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Standard Inside
£2,495
£2,345
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Premium Inside
2,650
2,495
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Premium Inside
2,795
2,595
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Standard Outside
2,995
2,795
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Premium Outside
3,195
2,995
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Premium Outside
3,395
3,195
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Premium Outside
3,550
3,350
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Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
3,795
3,545
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Deluxe Stateroom/Outside
3,995
3,740
D
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
4,650
4,350
C
Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony
4,895
4,595
B
Junior Suite/Balcony
5,350
4,995
A
Owner’s Suite/Balcony
5,850
5,450
Moorish Seville
Prices above are per person based on double occupancy. Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 84-85. Low Single Cabin Saver Fares start from £3,700. Ask for full details.
VOYAGE HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: Cruise inland through Andalusian countryside to Seville
Santa Cruz de La Palma
Enjoy Flamenco on board Sample sherry in Jerez Visit Morocco’s great cities and enjoy hotel stays in Marrakesh and Fez Sail to the charming Canary Islands
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Cruise into the heart of Venice
Venice
Trieste
Italy
Croatia
Split
GRAND
VOYAGES BY COMBINING TWO OR EVEN MORE VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY ITINERARIES YOU NOT ONLY CREATE AN UNFORGETTABLE JOURNEY THROUGH THE FASCINATING
Adriatic Sea
APRIL 28, 2018 ATHENS TO VENICE
GRAND AEGEAN & ADRIATIC
Dubrovnik Kotor Bay Montenegro
Corfu Greece Katakolon
Itea DelphiAthens Mykonos Hydra Delos Nisyros Rhodes Santorini
Olympia Nauplia
SAVE UP TO
£1,200 PER CABIN
Heraklion
Crete
Karpathos
The Caldera, Santorini
21-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £3,895pp
HISTORY AND OUTSTANDING NATURAL BEAUTY OF THE
MEDITERRANEAN AND WESTERN EUROPE,
BUT ALSO BENEFIT FROM SPECIAL PRICES
2018
PORT
2018
PORT
APR 28
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
MAY 13 hotel
KOTOR BAY Montenegro DUBROVNIK Croatia
hotel
MAY 14
DUBROVNIK Croatia
MAY 15
SPLIT Croatia
MAY 16
TRIESTE Italy
MAY 17
VENICE Italy
MAY 18
VENICE Italy Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Venice Airport for flight home
OFFERING TREMENDOUS VALUE AS WELL
APR 29
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
AS GREAT SAVINGS.
APR 30
ATHENS/PIRAEUS Greece Embark Aegean Odyssey in nearby Piraeus
book early & save
SAVE UP TO £2,000 PER CABIN Fares are available on request or on the website at
www.voyagestoantiquity.com
MAY 1
HYDRA Greek Islands
MAY 2
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
MAY 3
HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
MAY 4
KARPATHOS Greek Islands
MAY 5
RHODES Greek Islands
MAY 6
NISYROS Greek Islands
MAY 7
DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands
MAY 8
PIRAEUS Greece
MAY 9
NAUPLIA Greece (Mycenae or Epidaurus)
MAY 10
KATAKOLON Greece (Olympia)
MAY 11
ITEA Greece (Delphi)
MAY 12
CORFU Greek Islands
Cruising overnight
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Split, Adriatic Coast
3 days in Morocco
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England London Dartmouth Honfleur Falmouth
Venice Florence UrbinoAncona
Livorno Elba
corsica
GRAND ITALY & MOORISH SPAIN
SPAIN
Cadiz
Split
AdriaticCroatia Sea Dubrovnik
Ajaccio Rome Pompeii Bonifacio Sorrento Brindisi albania Menorca Sarande Salerno Paestum Lecce Corfu Mallorca
MAY 18, 2018 VENICE TO SEVILLE Seville
Italy
Cordoba Jerez
Mediterranean Sea
Sicily Taormina
greece
Malaga
SAVE UP TO
£1,700
MAY 28, 2018 ROME TO LONDON
Atlantic Ocean
France Bordeaux
Santiago de Compostela
GRAND SPRING ODYSSEY
Vigo Portugal Oporto SPAIN Lisbon Seville Jerez
Cadiz
Florence
Livorno Pisa Elba corsica Rome Ajaccio italy Menorca Bonifacio Mallorca
Malaga
Mediterranean Sea
PER CABIN
Room of the frescoes, Pompeii
27-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £4,595pp
2018
PORT
2018
PORT
2018
MAY 18
Fly to VENICE Italy Transfer to Aegean Odyssey
JUN 4
AJACCIO Corsica, France
JUN 5
MAHON Menorca, Spain
MAY 28 Fly to ROME Italy Transfer to hotel
overnight
VENICE Italy
JUN 6
PALMA Mallorca, Spain
MAY 29 ROME Italy
MAY 20
URBINO Italy (from Ancona)
JUN 7
At Sea
MAY 21
SPLIT Croatia
JUN 8
MALAGA Spain
MAY 22
DUBROVNIK Croatia
MAY 30 ROME Italy Transfer to Civitavecchia to embark Aegean Odyssey
JUN 9
CADIZ Spain (Jerez)
MAY 23
LECCE Italy (from Brindisi)
JUN 10
MAY 24
CORFU Greek Islands SARANDE Albania (Butrint)
CADIZ Spain River Cruising along the Guadalquivir River SEVILLE Spain
At Sea
MAY 26
TAORMINA Sicily Cruise through the Strait of Messina and past Stromboli
MAY 28
JUN 11
SALERNO Italy (Paestum) Cruise Amalfi Coast & Capri SORRENTO Italy SORRENTO Italy (Pompeii or Herculaneum)
MAY 29
SORRENTO Italy
MAY 30
ROME Italy (from Civitavecchia)
MAY 31
FLORENCE Italy (from Livorno)
JUN 1
PISA/LUCCA Italy (from Livorno)
JUN 2
ELBA Italy
JUN 3
Cruise the Isles Lavezzi and Maddalena Archipelago BONIFACIO Corsica, France
overnight
SEVILLE Spain Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel
PISA/LUCCA Italy (from Livorno)
JUN 2
ELBA Italy
overnight
JUN 3
Cruise the Isles Lavezzi and Maddalena Archipelago BONIFACIO Corsica, France
hotel
JUN 4
AJACCIO Corsica, France
JUN 5
MAHON Menorca, Spain
JUN 6
PALMA Mallorca, Spain
JUN 12
SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)
SEVILLE Spain Transfer to Seville Airport for flight home
hotel
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overnight
MAY 31 FLORENCE Italy (from Livorno) JUN 1
JUN 13
Optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid available post-cruise. See page 77 for details.
PORT
JUN 12
At Sea
hotel
JUN 13
LISBON Portugal
hotel
JUN 14
OPORTO Portugal
JUN 15
VIGO Spain (Santiago de Compostela)
overnight
JUN 7
At Sea
JUN 8
MALAGA Spain
JUN 9
CADIZ Spain (Jerez)
overnight
JUN 10
CADIZ Spain River Cruising along the Guadalquivir River SEVILLE Spain
overnight
JUN 11
SEVILLE Spain River cruising along the Guadalquivir River
overnight
Palma Cathedral
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PORT
MAY 19
MAY 27
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PER CABIN
Oporto, Portugal
27-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £4,850pp
MAY 25
SAVE UP TO
£1,600
JUN 16
At Sea
JUN 17
River cruising along the Gironde River BORDEAUX France
JUN 18
BORDEAUX France
JUN 19
At Sea
JUN 20
FALMOUTH England (Eden Project)
JUN 21
DARTMOUTH England
JUN 22
HONFLEUR France
JUN 23
LONDON England Disembark Aegean Odyssey in Tilbury AEG180530A
Renaissance Florence
England London
Atlantic Ocean
Venice Italy Ancona Split Urbino
Honfleur Rouen Paris Nantes Chateaux Country
Bordeaux France San Portofino Sebastian Avignon Marseilles Florence La Coruna Livorno Carcassonne Sete Monte Santiago de italy Carlo Compostela Rome Barcelona Oporto SPAIN Portugal Valencia Mediterranean Lisbon
AUGUST 20, 2018 LONDON TO ROME
GRAND VOYAGE TO THE MEDITERRANEAN
Jerez
Cadiz
Malaga
Croatia
Korcula
Sea
SAVE UP TO
£1,800
Adriatic Sea
SEPTEMBER 25, 2018 VENICE TO ATHENS
GRAND ITALY, CROATIA & GREECE
SAVE
Dubrovnik Kotor Bay Montenegro
Corfu Greece Itea Katakolon Athens Olympia Hydra Mykonos Pylos Delos Nisyros Monemvasia Rhodes Santorini Heraklion Karpathos UP TO Knossos
£1,200
PER CABIN
Island of Korcula in the beautiful Adriatic
The glories of Rome
19-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £3,695pp
27-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £4,495pp 2018
PORT
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2018
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AUG 20
LONDON England Embark Aegean Odyssey in Tilbury
SEP 7
CARCASSONNE France (from Sete)
SEP 25
OCT 7
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
SEP 8
MARSEILLES France (Avignon)
Fly to VENICE Italy Embark Aegean Odyssey
OCT 8
SEP 9
MARSEILLES France Cruising the French Riviera MONTE CARLO Monaco
SEP 26
VENICE Italy
HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
SEP 27
URBINO Italy (from Ancona)
OCT 9
KARPATHOS Greek Islands
SEP 28
SPLIT Croatia
OCT 10
RHODES Greek Islands
SEP 29
KORCULA Croatia Cruising past Hvar and Brac DUBROVNIK Croatia
OCT 11
NISYROS Greek Islands
OCT 12
DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands
OCT 13
PIRAEUS Greece Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Athens Airport for flight home
AUG 21
River cruising along the Seine ROUEN France
overnight
AUG 22
ROUEN France
SEP 10
MONTE CARLO Monaco
AUG 23
HONFLEUR France
SEP 11
AUG 24
At Sea
Cruising Cinque Terre PORTOFINO Italy
AUG 25
River cruising along the Loire NANTES France (Chateaux Country)
AUG 26
AUG 27 AUG 28
River cruising along the Gironde BORDEAUX France (Vineyards and wine tasting) overnight BORDEAUX France SAN SEBASTIAN Spain
AUG 29
At Sea
AUG 30
LA CORUNA Spain (Santiago de Compostela)
AUG 31
OPORTO Portugal
SEP 1
LISBON
SEP 2
CADIZ Spain (Jerez)
SEP 3
MALAGA Spain
SEP 4
At Sea
SEP 5
VALENCIA Spain
SEP 6
BARCELONA Spain
Crete
PER CABIN
overnight
overnight
SEP 30
DUBROVNIK Croatia KOTOR BAY Montenegro (Scenic cruising)
hotel
OCT 1
CORFU Greek Islands
hotel
OCT 2
KATAKOLON Greece (Olympia) PYLOS Greece
SEP 12
FLORENCE/PISA Italy (from Livorno)
SEP 13
ROME Italy Disembark Aegean Odyssey in Civitavecchia and transfer to hotel
SEP 14
ROME Italy
SEP 15
ROME Italy Transfer to Rome Airport for flight home
OCT 3
PYLOS Greece (Venetian Castles)
OCT 4
MONEMVASIA Greece HYDRA Greek Islands
OCT 5
ATHENS Greece
OCT 6
HYDRA Greek Islands
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overnight
overnight
AEG180925A
overnight
GRAND VOYAGE Saver fares are available on request. Please call for details or visit Monte Carlo on the French Riviera
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Thessalonica Meteora
Thessalonica Kavala Samothraki Meteora Mt Athos Volos Chios Greece Athens Delphi Tinos Patmos Hydra
Mt Athos
Volos Greece Delphi
OCTOBER 1, 2018 ATHENS TO ATHENS
Philippi
Philippi Kavala Samothraki
Aegean Sea
OCTOBER 10, 2018 ATHENS TO ATHENS
Chios Katakolon Mycenae Athens Tinos Patmos Olympia Epidaurus Hydra Mykonos Pylos Nauplia Delos Nisyros
GRAND AEGEAN EXPERIENCE I
Santorini
Rhodes
Heraklion Crete Knossos
Karpathos
Heraklion Rhodes Knossos Crete
GRAND AEGEAN EXPERIENCE & CAIRO
Mediterranean Sea Alexandria
Egypt Cairo Giza Memphis/Sakkara
SAVE UP TO
£1,310 PER CABIN
Magnificent Epidaurus
PER CABIN
Monasteries of Meteora
22-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £4,295pp
21-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £4,595pp
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PORT
2018
PORT
OCT 10
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
OCT 25 hotel
OCT 11
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
hotel
ALEXANDRIA/CAIRO Egypt Morning sightseeing, after lunch on board transfer to Cairo hotel
hotel
OCT 26
CAIRO Egypt (Memphis & Sakkara, Egyptian Museum and Dinner cruise on the Nile)
hotel
OCT 27
CAIRO/ALEXANDRIA Egypt Morning sightseeing at Pyramids at Giza followed by special lunch by the pyramids. Afternoon transfer to re-embark Aegean Odyssey in Alexandria.
OCT 28
At Sea
OCT 29
RHODES Greek Islands
OCT 30
PIRAEUS Greece Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Athens Airport for flight home
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OCT 4
OCT 5
PORT
2018
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
hotel
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
hotel
PORT
OCT 13
PIRAEUS/ATHENS Greece
OCT 14
TINOS Greek Islands
OCT 15
VOLOS Greece (Meteora)
ATHENS/DELPHI Greece Morning drive for sightseeing at Osios Loukas en route to Delphi for afternoon sightseeing and overnight hotel
OCT 16
THESSALONICA Greece
OCT 17
THESSALONICA Greece Cruising past Mt Athos
DELPHI/NAUPLIA Greece Morning drive to Mycenae for sightseeing, then on to Nauplia for overnight
OCT 18
KAVALA Greece (Philippi)
OCT 19
SAMOTHRAKI Greek Islands
OCT 20
CHIOS Greek Islands
NAUPLIA/PIRAEUS Greece Sightseeing in Epidaurus en route to embark Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus
OCT 6
HYDRA Greek Islands
OCT 7
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
hotel
overnight
OCT 12
ATHENS/DELPHI Greece Morning drive for sightseeing at Osios Loukas en route to Delphi for sightseeing and overnight
OCT 13
DELPHI/CORINTH/PIRAEUS Greece Morning drive to Corinth for sightseeing en route to Piraeus to embark Aegean Odyssey
OCT 21
PATMOS Greek Islands
OCT 14
TINOS Greek Islands
OCT 22
PIRAEUS Greece Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Athens Airport for flight home
OCT 15
VOLOS Greece (Meteora)
OCT 16
THESSALONICA Greece
OCT 17
THESSALONICA Greece Cruising past Mt Athos
OCT 18
KAVALA Greece (Philippi) SAMOTHRAKI Greek Islands
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OCT 8
HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
OCT 19 OCT 20
CHIOS Greek Islands
OCT 9
KARPATHOS Greek Islands
OCT 21
PATMOS Greek Islands
OCT 10
RHODES Greek Islands
OCT 22
PIRAEUS/ATHENS Greece
OCT 11
NISYROS Greek Islands
OCT 23
OCT 12
DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands
HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
OCT 24
At Sea
Cruise to tiny Delos
hotel
overnight
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The treasures of Alexandria
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£1,310
spain
OCTOBER 18, 2018
spain
ATHENS TO MALAGA
Mediterranean Sea
Palermo Trapani Segesta
Malaga
GRAND CLASSICAL GREECE, EGYPT & SICILY
Catania sicily Valletta malta
Greece Delphi Athens Hydra Nauplia Rhodes Santorini Heraklion Chania Knossos Crete
Mycenae Epidaurus
Alexandria Cairo Giza
Egypt
Seville Cadiz
OCTOBER 28, 2018 ATHENS TO TENERIFE
Malaga
Mediterranean Palermo Trapani Sea Segesta Catania
Fez Casablanca morocco
canary Agadir islands Lanzarote La Palma
Taroudant
GRAND AEGEAN, MEDITERRANEAN & MOROCCO Tenerife
PER CABIN
PER CABIN
Marrakesh Kasbah
25-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £4,550pp
24-DAY CRUISE TOUR – SAVER FARES FROM £4,445pp 2018
PORT
2018
PORT
2018
PORT
2018
OCT 18
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
OCT 27
OCT 28
hotel
Fly to ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel
hotel
NOV 14 CADIZ Spain (Jerez)
OCT 19
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
hotel
OCT 29
ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)
hotel
OCT 20
ATHENS/DELPHI Greece Morning drive for sightseeing at Osios Loukas en route to Delphi for afternoon sightseeing and overnight hotel
CAIRO/ALEXANDRIA Egypt Morning sightseeing at Pyramids at Giza followed by special lunch by the pyramids. Afternoon transfer to re embark Aegean Odyssey in Alexandria.
OCT 30
ATHENS/PIRAEUS Greece Embark Aegean Odyssey in nearby Piraeus
OCT 22
DELPHI/NAUPLIA Greece Morning drive to Mycenae for sightseeing en route to Nauplia for overnight
hotel
NAUPLIA/PIRAEUS Greece Sightseeing in Epidaurus en route to embark Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus
OCT 28
At Sea
OCT 29
RHODES Greek Islands
OCT 31
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
OCT 30
PIRAEUS/ATHENS Greece
NOV 1
HERAKLION Crete (Knossos)
OCT 31
SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)
NOV 2
CHANIA Crete
NOV 1
HERAKLION Crete (Knossos)
NOV 3
At Sea
NOV 2
CHANIA Crete
NOV 4
VALLETTA Malta
NOV 3
At Sea
NOV 5
CATANIA Sicily (Syracuse or Taormina)
NOV 6
PALERMO Sicily (Monreale)
NOV 7
TRAPANI Sicily (Segesta)
NOV 4
VALLETTA Malta
HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)
NOV 5
OCT 24
CATANIA Sicily (Syracuse or Taormina)
At Sea
NOV 6
PALERMO Sicily (Monreale)
NOV 10 MALAGA Spain
OCT 25
ALEXANDRIA/CAIRO Egypt Morning sightseeing, after lunch on board transfer to Cairo hotel
NOV 7
TRAPANI Sicily (Segesta)
NOV 11 At Sea
OCT 23
OCT 26
CAIRO Egypt (Memphis & Sakkara, Egyptian Museum and Dinner cruise on the Nile)
SAVE UP TO
£2,000
£2,000
OCT 21
Santorini Chania Heraklion Crete
Marrakesh
SAVE UP TO
Taormina, Sicily
sicily Valletta malta
Rabat
Greece Athens
hotel
NOV 8/9 At Sea NOV 10
hotel
NOV 8/9 At Sea
MALAGA Spain Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Malaga Airport for flight home
Optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid available post-cruise. See page 77 for details.
PORT
NOV 15 CASABLANCA/FEZ Morocco Morning drive to Fez for afternoon sightseeing and overnight
hotel
NOV 16 FEZ/RABAT/CASABLANCA Morocco Morning drive from Fez to Rabat for lunch and sightseeing en route to Casablanca to rejoin Aegean Odyssey NOV 17 CASABLANCA/MARRAKESH Morocco Drive from Casablanca to Marrakesh for afternoon sightseeing and overnight
hotel
NOV 18 MARRAKESH/TAROUDANT/AGADIR Morocco Drive from Marrakesh via Taroudant to Agadir to rejoin Aegean Odyssey NOV 19 LANZAROTE Canary Islands NOV 20 LA PALMA Canary Islands
NOV 12 River cruising along the Guadalquivir River SEVILLE Spain
overnight
NOV 13 SEVILLE Spain
overnight
NOV 21 TENERIFE Canary Islands Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Tenerife Airport for flight home AEG181030A
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GRAND VOYAGE Saver fares are available on request. Please call for details or visit
www.voyagestoantiquity.com
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where you’ll stay ashore Our pre- and/or post-cruise hotel stays are the perfect way to begin or end your cruise. Not only will you have time to relax after or before your flight, you will also have ample time to explore these wonderful cities. Balcony cabin guests (categories D and above) will stay at 5-star hotels and guests in categories E and below will be in either 4 or 5-star hotels. Guests travelling together should advise their travel agent or Voyages to Antiquity Reservations at time of booking. Pre- and post-cruise city hotels include breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service charges, a half-day escorted sightseeing tour, transfers between airports, hotels and ship and the services of our hospitality desk during your stay.
your hotels CITY
BALCONY CLASS
ATHENS
Grande Bretagne
King George
CAIRO
Four Seasons
Four Seasons
DELPHI
Amalia
FEZ
Marriott Jenan Palace (Superior Rooms)
LISBON
Altis Avenida
MARRAKESH Sofitel Palais Imperial NAUPLIA
Amalia
ROME
Excelsior
SEVILLE
Grand Melia Colon
PREMIUM CLASS
Amalia Marriott Jenan Palace Sana Lisboa
ATHENS, GREECE Grande Bretagne Elegant guest rooms with courtyard or city views and lavish public rooms decked with crystal, damask and tapestries make this a grand hotel in the finest tradition. Retreats and restaurants include the Winter Garden, Alexander’s Bar, the Pool Bar (on the seventh floor!) and floodlit views of the Acropolis from the GB Roof Garden Restaurant and bar. You can unwind at the GB Spa Athens.
DELPHI, GREECE Amalia A beautiful modernist hotel located at the foot of Mount Parnassus. All rooms are soundproofed and offer free Wi-Fi alongside the essential amenities you would expect from Amalia, with impressive views across the lush green valley to the towns of Itea and Galaxidi, a large outdoor pool, hot tub and gardens.
Grande Bretagne, Athens
FEZ, MOROCCO Marriott Jenan Palace Fully restored, extended and renovated luxury hotel set in lush large grounds with trees, flowers and plants, enclosed by its own high walls for absolute privacy and security. Large elegant rooms tastefully furnished in the finest tradition for comfort and luxury. Large swimming pool and sunbathing area, selection of dining outlets including Italian and Moroccan restaurants, an elegant retreat in the heart of Fez.
King George Situated in the heart of the city and dating back to 1930, the hotel has hosted not only legendary personalities but also some of Athens’ most prestigious events. With panoramic views over the illuminated Acropolis, the hotel transcends all expectations. The refined accommodations and the picturesque dining at the Tudor Hall Restaurant set the scene for a memorable experience.
LISBON, PORTUGAL Altis Avenida The Altis Avenida is a charming boutique hotel in Lisbon. Located in Restauradores Square in the heart of the city, the architecture and decor of the hotel are inspired by 1940’s glamour and revolve around the concept urban chic. The 70 rooms of this five-star hotel provide an atmosphere that is both cosy and sophisticated.
Grand Savoy Amalia Starhotel Metropole Melia Sevilla
CAIRO, EGYPT Four Seasons This modern neoclassical hotel on the banks of the Nile has been designed to subtly trace the curve of the river, allowing for panoramic views across Gezira Island and the 12th-century citadel. With indoor and outdoor pools, a 24-hour fitness centre and seven restaurants, you will find an understated elegance right in the heart of the legendary Cairo Corniche.
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Hotel Excelsior, Rome
Four Seasons, Cairo
set apart from the whizzing Vespas and honking horns, this is also a peaceful spot, fully refurbished to offer comfort without compromise.
Starhotel Metropole, Rome
Sana Lisboa Located in the heart of Lisbon, Sana Lisboa is a modern hotel that offers spacious rooms with contemporary decor and equipped with all conveniences. The excellent location on Fontes Pereira de Melo Avenue (next to the Marques de Pombal), a short distance from the historic centre of Lisbon makes this an excellent base in Lisbon.
MARRAKESH, MOROCCO Sofitel Palais Imperial Set in lush, fountained gardens of fragrant herbs, bougainvilleas and a palm-ringed pool, this 5-star palace is impressive in its
majesty. Marble columns soaring to sculpted ceilings, traditional zellige tiles and the deep reds and browns of oriental tapestries induce a sense of atmosphere. The entire resort breathes relaxation and refinement, from outdoor sofas and loungers round the pool to sumptuous rooms. Grand Savoy With its splendid public spaces, magnificent outdoor pools and top-class restaurants, the Grand Savoy is an excellent base in Marrakesh. The Grand Spa is the ideal place to relax after sightseeing and shopping. The centre includes giant indoor pools, a sauna, and a Turkish
Sofitel Palais Imperial, Marrakesh
bath. Rooms are, of course, airconditioned and come with free Wi-Fi connection.
NAUPLIA, GREECE Amalia The Nauplia Amalia has a classic Mediterranean design based around an outdoor swimming pool and poolside bar, enclosed by beautiful gardens and palm trees. Boasting views of the Palamidi Fortress and the nearby town which is within walking distance, this is the perfect balance of traditional charm and comfort designed to refresh and inspire. ROME, ITALY Excelsior Rich in history and located on the legendary Via Veneto, the Excelsior has hosted celebrities, statesmen and artists visiting the Eternal City and is nestled between the Spanish Steps and the Borghese Gardens. Its guest rooms and indoor pool, with health and fitness centre, make this one of the most unique hotels in Rome. Starhotel Metropole Few four-star hotels capture the spirit of this dynamic city quite like the Metropole. Standing close to the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, you’re in the midst of everything. But,
SEVILLE, SPAIN Gran Melia Colon Located in the historical and cultural heart of the city, the 5-star Gran Melia Colon offers a striking combination of art, culture and style. It also prides itself on its service and design. With an aesthetic of rich contrasts, the Gran Melia Colon combines intelligent historical features with contemporary touches to create a warm and elegant environment. Melia Sevilla Located in the heart of Seville, opposite the Parque de Maria Luisa and Plaza España and very close to the University (Old Tobacco Factory), the Alcazar, the Barrio de Santa Cruz district, the Cathedral and the Archive of the Indies, the Melia Sevilla is the perfect choice thanks to its excellent location in the city centre.
MADRID, SPAIN OPTIONAL 2-NIGHT STAY Melia Princesa Recently renovated to beautifully combine traditional luxury with a surprising cutting edge, the Melia Princesa is an emblem of the city of Madrid. Thanks to its excellent location in the heart of the city, the Melia Princesa is a hotel you will remember. Just a few minutes from Gran Via, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and the Prado Museum, the Melia Princesa is the best option for enjoying the daytime activities and wonderful nightlife in this busy city. 2 nights: Twin/Double £430pp; Single £545 Includes breakfast daily, half-day city sightseeing, transfers and hi-speed train ticket between Madrid and Seville or visa versa.
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OVERLAND TOURS IN MOROC CO, GREECE & EGYPT 4- and 5-star hotels as listed or similar; breakfast, lunch (when travelling between cities) and dinner daily; land transportation by luxury, air-conditioned motorcoach; entrance fees to places of interest visited; English-speaking escort/ guide throughout; baggage handling at hotels; bottled water during all meals and on included sightseeing; taxes and service charges.
Gran Melia Colon, Seville
Please note: hotels listed are subject to change and the right is reserved to substitute hotels of a similar or superior standard.
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GENERAL INFORMATION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO FINANCIAL SECURITY
VISAS
When you buy an ATOL protected holiday package from us you will receive a Confirmation Invoice from us (or via our authorised agent through which you booked) confirming your arrangements and your protection under our Air Travel Organiser’s Licence number 10093. In the unlikely event of our insolvency, the CAA will ensure that you are not stranded abroad and will arrange to refund any money you have paid to us for an advance booking. For further information visit the ATOL website at www.atol.org.uk. A bond is held by ABTA to cover all other cruise holidays.
At time of printing, no visas are required for UK passport holders visiting any country featured in this brochure, except as follows. Albania and Egypt Group visas are obtained by the ship on arrival. At least 90 days prior to departure, we must have the following information relating to each passenger: full name (as it appears on passport), address, nationality, date and place of birth; plus passport number, expiration date and date and place of issue. Guests cannot be included in group visas if this information is not supplied by the required time.
TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION AND VISAS
PRIVACY POLICY
All information provided below pertains to UK citizens only and is valid at the time of printing, June 2017. Specific information for your cruise and land programme will be provided at the time of booking. Please also refer to the applicable government website for any updates to this information. Requirements for other nationalities can be obtained from the consulates of the countries to be visited on the specific cruise and land programme. It is each guest’s own responsibility to ensure that they have the required documentation prior to travel. Failure to produce the required documentation at embarkation may result in denied boarding and any expenses incurred as a result are not the responsibility of Voyages to Antiquity.
Voyages to Antiquity requires all guests to provide full passport details, including addresses and next of kin information prior to issuance of final documentation. The personal information provided to the company is only shared as required by government regulations to the local authorities for the purposes of customs, visas, and immigration clearances. The information may also be shared with certain suppliers of your travel arrangements. It should be understood that when making your booking you agree to your personal information being passed on as described above. You may also receive marketing communications from Voyages to Antiquity unless you indicate otherwise.
PASSPORTS Full passports are required and must be valid for a minimum of six months after the last day of your holiday. Special Note: Guests on itineraries which include calls to Arab countries and that may have an Israeli visa or entry stamp in their passport are strongly encouraged to obtain a new passport prior to travel. This is simply a recommendation and is not a requirement.
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SPECIAL NEEDS The cruises and land programmes featured include extensive sightseeing which may involve walking on uneven surfaces, up and down multiple stairs, and require a certain level of fitness and mobility. Some ports on the itineraries may require disembarkation of the ship with the ship’s or local tenders. Please consider these issues carefully prior to booking. There is one cabin specifically adapted for wheelchair use; however guests must bring their own collapsible
wheelchair dimensions of which must not exceed 26” wide. Motorised scooters of any kind are not able to be accommodated on board Aegean Odyssey. Guests that need to travel with medical apparatus including wheelchairs, portable CPAP’s, and orthopedic devices must advise Voyages to Antiquity, in writing, at the time of deposit. A doctor’s statement of fitness may be required. All guests need to be self-sufficient and have an able-bodied guest travelling with them to take full responsibility for any assistance that is required. Important Notice: Failure to advise Voyages to Antiquity as required may result in denied boarding and no refunds are provided for such incidents.
HEALTH There is a well equipped medical centre staffed by a doctor and licensed nurse for the benefit of both the guests and the crew. The medical centre is primarily intended to provide acute care for illness and accidents that may occur while on holiday and is not intended to provide long term care for patients with chronic illnesses or as a substitute for regular health care. Charges apply for consultations, prescriptions, and cabin visits. Guests that require regular treatments or testing of any kind during the cruise and land programme must advise Voyages to Antiquity at the time of deposit. Voyages to Antiquity has the right to refuse or revoke passage to anyone who, in its judgment, is in a physical condition that is beyond the care that can be provided or made available.
DIETARY RESTRICTIONS Please advise us at the time of booking of any special dietary restrictions or specific food allergies. Guests with specific food allergies must advise Voyages to Antiquity in writing at the time of deposit, and while all possible is done to meet the requirement(s), the guest is expected
to exercise due caution when dining, either on board or during pre-, post-, or full-day excursions. The ship can meet most general requests such as low cholesterol, diabetic, and salt- or fat-free. While all dietary requests are provided to our local suppliers and hotels in advance Voyages to Antiquity cannot guarantee fulfillment on included meals at hotels or local restaurants on pre-, post- or full-day excursions.
SHORE EXCURSIONS AND LAND ARRANGEMENTS Shore Excursions: Included in most ports of call. Where suitable, some excursions will be available at an additional cost. Descriptions of the tours will be sent with your final documents or made available on the Voyages to Antiquity website. Lunches on full-day tours can be a picnic lunch provided by Aegean Odyssey or at a local restaurant. On some tours, where lunchtime is in a place offering a wide choice of restaurants, we have not included lunch and left it up to you (such as in Rome, Florence and Urbino). In places such as Venice and Athens, you may wish to remain in the city at the end of the morning sightseeing rather than return to the ship and in these instances lunch will also be under your own arrangements. Please note that these programmes are planned far in advance of your visit, and we reserve the right to change, cancel, or substitute an included excursion at any time. There is no refund or credit available for non-use of an included excursion.
SMOKING Smoking is only permitted on Belvedere Deck aft. Smoking is prohibited in all other areas including cabins, balconies, and on excursion motorcoaches. All included hotel rooms are requested by Voyages to Antiquity as non-smoking; however this is not always possible and Voyages to Antiquity cannot be held responsible if the guest’s preference is not available on arrival.
FLIGHT ARRANGEMENTS
CURRENCY, PAYMENTS AND GRATUITIES ON BOARD A “cashless” system is operated on board Aegean Odyssey with all purchases charged to your cabin account. The final account can be settled in UK£ or US$ at the end of the cruise. Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards, and Travellers Cheques can be used for settlement; however American Express cardholders will be charged a 2% surcharge. Personal cheques and some kinds of debit cards cannot be accepted. Gratuities for the services you receive on board Aegean Odyssey from your cabin steward and dining room staff are included in your cruise fare. Naturally, guests at their own discretion may wish to show their appreciation to individuals offering exceptional service. Please note that a service charge of 12.5% is automatically added to your account for any bar service.
ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES Cabins and suites feature European 2-pin round outlets with 220 voltage. Hair dryers are provided in your cabin and electric rollers, curling irons, electric shavers, and other small appliances can be used. Adapters/converters are available on board for conversion to 110 volts if required; however, we recommend you bring your own in the event supplies are limited. For safety reasons, travel irons are not allowed.
LAUNDRY AND PRESSING Valet service is available for laundry and pressing. A laundry bag and order form are provided in your cabin.
COMMUNICATIONS Aegean Odyssey is fitted with the latest satellite communication technology and direct dial telephones in all cabins. There is also an internet centre on Belvedere Deck and charges are based on connection time.
CHILDREN Voyages to Antiquity cruise programmes are destination focused and designed for adults. There are no facilities for children on board Aegean Odyssey.
DINING ARRANGEMENTS Dining arrangements on Aegean Odyssey are flexible as both restaurants have an “open seating” policy with meal times arranged to suit the ship’s time in port and the shore excursion programmes. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are served in the Terrace Café, while lunch and dinner only are available in the Marco Polo Restaurant. On days when full-day shore excursion tours are operated, lunch will only be available in either the Terrace Café or Marco Polo Restaurant. Reservations can be made for dinner in the Marco Polo Restaurant.
Our cruise holidays usually feature scheduled flights on British Airways†. You are therefore able to take advantage of all the benefits available flying British Airways including: FREE DOMESTIC FLIGHT CONNECTIONS VIA LONDON On cruises featuring overseas roundtrip air, we are able to offer free domestic flights viaLondon from Manchester, Leeds/Bradford, Glasgow, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, Belfast, Jersey and Newcastle, subject to availability and suitable connection times. Some connecting flights may require transfers between London Heathrow and London Gatwick airports and some may require overnight airport accommodation. Where this is the case, it is at additional cost and needs to be arranged independently.
UPGRADE TO CLUB EUROPE AT VERY SPECIAL PRICES We are able to offer a limited number of Club Europe seats between London and your overseas destination at a special upgrade fare of £299. Book early to make sure you can enjoy the high levels of comfort and excellent service you expect from British Airways. • Separate check-in area and fast track security • Relax in the lounges before your flight* • Guaranteed window or aisle seat depending on route • Increased luggage allowance • Complimentary refreshments
* Lounges available at most European airports Note: Most British Airways international flights depart from London Heathrow, however, some flights may depart from London Gatwick e.g. flights to Malaga and Tenerife. Any special seating requirements will be notified to the airline, however, please note that in accordance with airline policies, this can never be guaranteed.
Club Europe
† Please note that due to routings, timings and/or capacity limitations, it may not be always possible to accommodate passengers on British Airways flights, in which case, other carriers may be used to and from certain destinations. Please check with us when making your booking.
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AEGEAN ODYSSEY
DECK PLAN BRIDGE BRIDGE BRIDGE BRIDGE
804 804 803 803804804 803803 806 806 805 805806806 805805
703 703704704 703703 704 704
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OBSERVATION OBSERVATION OBSERVATION OBSERVATION LOUNGE LOUNGE LOUNGE LOUNGE
LIDO LIDO LIDO LIDO BARBAR BAR BAR
67 feet
Draft
20.5 feet
Cruising Speed
15 knots
Passenger Decks
7
Stabilisers
2
Passenger Staterooms/Cabins Passengers, lower beds
80
216 386 London
Ship’s Registry
Panama
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Lecture Theatre Library/Shop/Internet Centre
811 811 811811
812 812 812812
Outdoor pool
813 813 813813
814 814 814814
Athena Health Spa and Gym
815 815 815815
Beauty Salon Medical Centre Telephone, Fax and E-mail via satellite
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TV/Hair Dryer/Personal Safe in all cabins
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725 725728728 728 728 725725 727 727730730 730 730 727727
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721 721 721721
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OBSERVATION OBSERVATION OBSERVATION OBSERVATION DECK DECK DECK DECK SPECIFICATION
713 713718718 718 718 713713 720 720 715 715720720 715715
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816 816 816816
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729 729 729729
732 732 732732
731 731 731731
734 734 734734 736 736 736736
733 733 733733
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LIBRARY LIBRARY LIBRARY LIBRARY SHOP SHOP SHOP SHOP
TERRACE CAFE TERRACE CAFE TERRACE CAFE TERRACE CAFE
744 744 741 741 744744 741741 746 746 743 743 746746 743743 745 748 745 748 748 748 745745 750 750 747 747 750750 747747
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BARBAR BAR BAR THETHE THE THE TERRACE TERRACE TERRACE TERRACE
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ECA A G B C BEA
YOUR CRUISE FARE INCLUDES
DB AFB
Scheduled economy class air fare (see page 79)
C B A FD CH A E AEC GE
Cruise on Aegean Odyssey as detailed in the itinerary of your choice
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CATEGORY COLOURS DOUBLE STATEROOM/CABINS
CAT A
Owner’s Suites with Balcony
Pre- and post-cruise hotel stays and land tours as detailed on itinerary
CAT B
Junior Suites with Balcony
CAT C
Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony
CAT D
Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony
CAT E
Deluxe Stateroom, Outside
All on-board gratuities for restaurant and cabin staff
CAT F
Deluxe Stateroom, Outside
CAT G
Premium Outside
Selected wine with dinner (beer or soft drinks if preferred) on board
CAT H
Premium Outside
CAT I ◆
Premium Outside
CAT J
Standard Outside
CAT K
Premium Inside
CAT L
Premium Inside
CAT M
Standard Inside
SINGLE CABINS
CAT CC
Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony
CAT EE
Deluxe Stateroom, Outside
CAT GG ◆
Premium Outside
CAT HH ◆
Premium Outside
CAT I I ◆
Premium Outside
CAT J J
Standard Outside
CAT KK
Premium Inside
CAT LL
Premium Inside
CAT MM
Standard Inside
* Categories I, II, GG and some HH cabins have partially obstructed views. All fares are per person in UK£, are valid at time of printing, July 2017, and include all items detailed in the “Your cruise fare includes” panel. There are dedicated single cabins available in many categories and the prices for these are shown on the cruise pages. As they are limited in number, it is recommended that you book early. Once these cabins are sold, there may be a limited number of double cabins available for sole occupancy with supplements on the cabin category fares of 25% M-L, 30% K-I, 50% H-F and 75% E-A. All published fares are subject to change, are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time. Low single fares are restricted to categories CC, EE, GG, HH, II, JJ and MM. Some cabins have a 3rd or 4th upper berth, details and fares on request. For full terms and conditions, see website.
Selected shore excursions as detailed in each itinerary Lunch (except as noted) on full day excursions
Lecture programme featuring expert guest speakers Transfers between airports (once you have cleared customs), hotels and ship abroad^ Porterage of luggage to/from your cabin ^Included transfers are provided only in conjunction with arrival and departure dates of cruise-tours (including optional pre- and post hotel stays) as outlined in this brochure for guests with Voyages to Antiquity air arrangements.
NOT INCLUDED IN THE FARE • Transport to and from your UK departure airport • Optional shore excursions, where offered • Beverages (other than those included at dinner) and other items of a personal nature • Beauty and Spa treatments • Laundry and pressing services • Internet charges and telephone calls • Visas and airport taxes where these are payable locally • Government fees, surcharges and local taxes.
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† Savings are based on double occupancy and vary depending on cruise and cabin category selected.
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MV AEGEAN ODYSSEY SUITES, STATEROOMS & CABINS All suites, staterooms and cabins have bath and/or shower, flatscreen TV, safe, hair dryer and are fully air-conditioned. Balcony Class staterooms (categories A to D) have additional amenities as detailed on page 23. Note: Cabin plans are indicative and may vary within each price grade, especially as relates to single cabins. Not all categories are shown. The sizes, layout and bed configuration will vary within a category. The areas shown are averages and include the balcony. Beds may be fixed double (queen size), fixed separate twin beds or twin beds that can be converted into double beds. All outside staterooms/cabins have windows except Category J, most of which have portholes.
Category B alt Junior Suite
Cat A - Owner’s Suite, balcony
Single cabin features include European full size beds – cabin sizes are smaller than sizes noted for double occupancy cabins. CATEGORY A: Owner’s Suites 550 sq ft staterooms located on Lido Deck. Marble bathrooms, dressing area, separate sitting area and private balcony. Convertible twin beds. CATEGORY B: Junior Balcony Suites 310 sq ft staterooms located on Lido Deck. Marble bathrooms, walk-in closet, sitting area and private balcony. Convertible twin beds.
Cat B - Junior Suite, balcony
CATEGORY C/D: Deluxe Balcony Staterooms 275 sq ft staterooms located on Lido, Bridge and Belvedere Decks. Bath/shower or walk-in shower, sitting area and private balcony. Fixed double bed, separate twins or convertible twins depending on cabin selected. Cabins 807, 808 on Lido Deck are smaller and do not have a sitting area. Cat C/D - Deluxe Stateroom, balcony
CATEGORY E: Deluxe Staterooms 215 sq ft staterooms located on Belvedere Deck. Private bath/ shower or walk-in shower. Convertible twin beds. Cabins 556 and 563 are smaller but have a fixed double bed and a balcony. CATEGORY F: Deluxe Staterooms 170-200 sq ft staterooms located on Lido, Bridge and Belvedere Decks. Bath/shower or walk-in shower. Convertible twin or fixed double beds.
Category E alt Deluxe Outside
Cat E - Deluxe Stateroom, outside
Cat F - Deluxe Stateroom, outside
CATEGORY G: Premium Outside Cabins 130-150 sq ft staterooms located on Bridge and Lido Decks. Private shower, fixed twin beds, convertible twin beds or fixed double bed. Views in some cabins partially obstructed by lifeboats. CATEGORY H/I: Premium Outside Cabins CATEGORY J: Standard Outside Cabins 130 sq ft cabins located on Bridge, Belvedere and Columbus Decks. Fixed twin beds with private shower. Category I cabins on Bridge deck have two windows with views partially obstructed by lifeboats and some cabins feature a fixed double bed. Category J: Standard Outside Cabins are similar in size and layout, but most have portholes in place of windows.
Cat G/H/I/J - Premium & Standard, outside
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CATEGORY I: Premium Outside Cabin with fixed double
Cat K/L/M - Premium & Standard, inside
CATEGORY K/L: Premium Inside Cabins CATEGORY M: Standard Inside Cabins 130 sq ft cabins located on Belvedere and Columbus Decks. Fixed twin beds with private shower.
CATEGORY C: Deluxe Stateroom with balcony
CATEGORY L: Premium Inside Cabin
CATEGORY F: Deluxe Stateroom
CATEGORY H: Premium Outside Cabin
CATEGORY B: Junior Suite with balcony
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BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS These Booking Terms and Conditions, together with our privacy policy and any other written information we brought to your attention before we confirmed your booking, form the basis of your contract with Voyages to Antiquity (UK) Limited (ATOL 10093) and (ABTA Y2206).Please read them carefully as they set out our respective rights and obligations. In these Booking Conditions references to "you" and "your" include the first named person on the booking and all persons on whose behalf a booking is made or any other person to whom a booking is added or transferre 1. BOOKING AND PAYING FOR YOUR ARRANGEMENTS A booking is made with us when we have received the required deposit payment. The deposit will be 10% of the total holiday cost and will be non-transferable and non-refundable. If your booking is made within 90 days of departure full payment is due at the time of booking. We reserve the right to return your deposit and decline to issue a confirmation at our absolute discretion. A binding contract will come into existence between you and us as soon as we have issued you with a booking confirmation that will confirm the details of your booking and will be sent to you. If your arrangements include a flight, we will issue you with an ATOL Certificate and a confirmation. Upon receipt, if you believe that any details on the ATOL Certificate, confirmation or any other document are wrong you must advise us immediately as changes cannot be made at a later date and it may harm your rights if we are not notified of any inaccuracies in any document within ten days of our sending it out (five days for tickets). The balance of the cost of your arrangements (including any applicable surcharge) is due not less than 90 days prior to scheduled departure. If we do not receive this balance in full and on time, we reserve the right to treat your booking as cancelled by you in which case the cancellation charges set out in clause 8 below will become payable. There is no charge for payment of deposit by credit card but a charge of 1.7% for Visa and Mastercard and 2.5% for American Express cards will be made for balance payments. No charges are made for payments using debit cards. 2. ACCURACY We endeavour to ensure that all the information and prices both on our website and in our brochures are accurate; however occasionally changes and errors occur and we reserve the right to correct prices and other details in such circumstances. You must check the current price and all other details relating to the arrangements that you wish to book before your booking is confirmed. 3. INSURANCE It is a condition of contract with us that every member of the booking has travel insurance in force for the entire duration of the holiday, covering at least the cancellation of the booking and providing medical cover for illness, repatriation while overseas and loss of baggage. Details of your policy must be added to the ‘Manage Booking’ section on our website along with your Passenger Information as soon as possible, we will not check the suitability of your policy, however, and it remains at all times your responsibility to ensure the insurance cover you purchase is adequate for your needs. Details of policies that may be suitable for your needs are available from International Travel and Healthcare Limited. With specialist policies, available they can cover travellers of all ages, and subject to medical screening acceptance, also cover your health conditions too. Call 01689 892 292 or visit www.int-travelandhealthcare.co.uk for more information. 4. PRICING The price of your voyage, air package holiday arrangements, or other travel arrangements was calculated using exchange rates quoted in www.xe.com in effect when the programme was published. We reserve the right to amend the price of unsold holidays at any time and correct errors in the prices of confirmed holidays. The price of your confirmed voyage, or travel arrangement is subject at all times to changes in transport costs such as fuel, and any other airline cost changes which are part of our contracts with airlines (and their agents), cruise ship operators and any other transport provider; and to changes in the currency exchange used to calculate your arrangements and to rates, dues, taxes or fees chargeable for services such as landing taxes or embarkation or disembarkation fees at ports and airports any or all of which may result in a variation of your voyage/travel arrangements price. We will absorb and you will not be charged for any increase
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equivalent to 2% of the price of your travel arrangements, which excludes insurance premiums and any amendment charges and/or supplementary services or travel arrangements. You will be charged for the amount over and above that. If this means that you have to pay an increase of more than 10% of the price of your confirmed travel arrangements (excluding any insurance premiums, amendment charges and/or additional services or travel arrangements), you will have the option of accepting or cancelling and receiving a full refund of all monies paid or changing to another voyage. There will be no change made to the price of your confirmed voyage/ travel arrangement within 30 days of your departure nor will refunds be paid during this period. Should the price of your holiday go down due to the changes mentioned above, by more than 2% of your confirmed holiday cost, then any refund due will be paid to you. 5. FITNESS TO TRAVEL ON THE CRUISE SHIP, PREGNANCY, DISABILITY OR REDUCED MOBILITY, MEDICAL/MOBILITY EQUIPMENT Our priority is the comfort and safety of our passengers. You are asked at the time of booking to provide as much information as possible regarding any assistance that may be required in the port and on board the vessel. We are entitled to administer a health questionnaire prior to boarding. You must advise prior to boarding the vessel if you are suffering any symptoms. All passengers must follow the vessels instructions and procedures relating to all matters including health, safety, hygiene and security. In order to ensure that the carrier is able to carry passengers safely and in accordance with applicable safety requirements established by international, EU or national law or in order to meet safety requirements established by competent authorities including flag state every passenger warrants that he/she is fit to travel by sea and that his/her conduct or condition will not impair the safety of the cruise ship or inconvenience the other passengers. We and the carrier reserve the right to require any passenger to produce medical evidence of fitness to travel in order to assess whether that passenger can be carried safely in accordance with applicable international, EU or national law. If it appears to us or the carrier, the Master or the cruise ship's doctor that a passenger is for any reason unfit to travel, likely to endanger safety, or likely to be refused permission to land at any port, or likely to render the carrier liable for passenger maintenance, support or repatriation, then the carrier or the Master shall have the right to take any of the following courses:
Those passengers confined to wheelchairs must furnish their own standard size wheelchairs and must be accompanied by a travelling companion fit and able to assist them. Pregnant women are highly recommended to seek medical advice prior to travel at any stage of their pregnancy. Women who are up to 23 weeks pregnant at the end of the cruise are required to produce a medical certificate of fitness to travel. The carrier cannot for safety reasons carry pregnant passengers of 24 weeks or more by the end of the cruise. 6. CUTTING YOUR VOYAGE SHORT If you are forced to return home early, we cannot refund the cost of any services you have not used. If you cut short your voyage and return home early in circumstances where you have no reasonable cause for complaint about the standard of accommodation and services provided, we will not offer you any refund for that part of your holiday not completed, or be liable for any associated costs you may incur. Depending on the circumstances, your travel insurance may offer cover for curtailment and we suggest that any claim is made directly with them. 7. CHANGES BY YOU If you wish to change any part of your booking arrangements after our confirmation invoice has been issued, you must inform us as soon as possible. Whilst we will do our utmost to assist you, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to meet your requested change. Where we can meet a request, all changes will be subject to an administration fee of £50 per person, per change or £100 per person, per change if the request is made within 60 days of departure as well as any applicable rate changes or extra costs incurred by ourselves and any other charges imposed by the airline or any other of our suppliers. Where we are unable to assist you and you do not wish to proceed with the original booking we will treat this as a cancellation by you. A cancellation fee may be payable. Please also note that a change of departure date within 60 days prior to departure will be treated as a cancellation by you. 8. IF YOU CANCEL You, or any member of your party, may cancel your travel arrangements at any time. If you or any other member of your party decides to cancel your confirmed booking, the first named person on the booking must notify us in writing. Your notice of cancellation will only take effect when it is received by us.
(iii) Transfer the passenger to another berth or cabin.
Since we incur costs in cancelling your arrangements, you will have to pay the applicable cancellation charges up to the maximum shown below (The cancellation charge detailed is calculated on the basis of the total cost payable by the person(s) cancelling excluding insurance premiums and amendment charges which are not refundable in the event of the person(s) to whom they apply cancelling):-
(iv) If the Cruise Ship doctor considers it advisable, to place or confine him/her in the Cruise Ship's Hospital or to transfer the passenger to a health facility at any port, at the passenger's expense.
Period before departure written notice is received by us
(i) Refuse to embark the passenger at any port. (ii) Disembark the passenger at any port.
(v) to administer first aid and administer any drug, medicine or other substance or to admit and/or confine the passenger to a hospital or other similar institution at any port provided that the ship’s doctor and/or Master considers that any such steps are necessary. Where a passenger is refused embarkation as a result of safety and/or fitness to travel, neither we nor the carrier shall be liable for any loss or expense occasioned to the passenger thereby, nor shall the passenger be entitled to any compensation from the carrier. ‘Disabled Person’ or ‘Person with Reduced Mobility’ includes any person whose mobility when using transport is reduced as a result of any physical disability, intellectual or psychosocial disability or impairment, or any other cause of disability, and whose situation needs appropriate attention and adaption to his particular needs for the service made available to all passengers. Passengers who need assistance and/or have special requests or need special facilities or equipment with regard to accommodation, seating or services required or their need to bring medical equipment must notify us at the time of booking. If the passenger cannot be carried safely and in accordance with applicable safety requirements then we and or the carrier can refuse to accept a passenger or embarkation of a Disabled Person or Person with Reduced Mobility on the grounds of safety. Where strictly necessary for the safety of the passenger we and or the carrier can require before it accepts the booking that a passenger is assisted by an accompanying person who is fit and able to provide the assistance required.
Cancellation charge per person as a % of the total holiday cost
90 or more days
10%
Between 61 to 90 days
50%
Between 31 to 60 days
75%
Between 16 to 30 days
85%
15 days or less
100%
No refunds will be made for tickets or services booked but not used, or for insurance premiums or alteration charges. Note: Certain arrangements may not be amended after they have been confirmed and any alteration or cancellation could incur a cancellation charge of up to 100% of that part of the arrangements in addition to the charge above. 9. CHANGES AND CANCELLATION BY US 9.1 It is unlikely that we will have to make any changes to your travel arrangements, but we do plan the arrangements many months in advance. Occasionally, we may have to make changes and we reserve the right to do so at any time. Most of these changes will be minor and we will advise you of them at the earliest possible date. We also reserve the right in any circumstances to cancel your travel arrangements. For example, if the minimum number of participants required for a particular travel arrangement is not reached, we may have to cancel it. However, we will not cancel your travel arrangements less than 90 days
before your departure date, except for reasons of force majeure or failure by you to pay the final balance. 9.2 Most alterations will be minor and while we will do our best to notify you of any changes as soon as reasonably possible if there is time before your departure, we will have no other liability to you. Examples of “minor changes” include the following when made before departure: Where a flight has been booked, any change in the advertised identity of the carrier(s), flight timings, and/or aircraft type; a change of outward departure time or overall length of your holiday of twelve hours or less; a change of accommodation to another of the same standard or classification. 9.3 Occasionally we may have to make a major change to your confirmed arrangements. ”Examples of “major changes” include the following, when made before departure: A change of accommodation to that of a lower standard or classification for the whole or a significant part of your time away; a change to your initial embarkation or disembarkation port to a different geographical area; a change of outward departure time or overall length of your arrangements of twelve or more hours; where a flight has been booked, a change of UK departure airport, as long as that change is not from one London airport to another London airport. London airports are Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted, Luton and London City; a significant change to your itinerary affecting the majority of the destination. 9.4 If we have to make a major change or cancel, we will tell you as soon as possible and if there is time to do so before departure, we will offer you the choice of: a) accepting the changed arrangements; b) having a refund of all monies paid; or c) accepting an offer of alternative travel arrangements of comparable standard from us, if available (we will refund any price difference if the alternative is of a lower value). You must notify us of your choice within 7 days of our offer. If you fail to do so we will assume that you have chosen to accept the change or alternative booking arrangements. Very rarely, we may be forced by "force majeure" (see clause 11) to change or terminate your arrangements after departure. If this situation does occur, we regret we will be unable to make any refunds (unless we obtain any from our suppliers), pay you compensation or meet any costs or expenses you incur as a result. 10. OUR RESPONSIBILITIES 10.1 We will accept responsibility for the arrangements we agree to provide or arrange for you as an “organiser” under the Package Travel, Package Holidays and Package Tours Regulations 1992 as set out below. Subject to these booking conditions, if we or our suppliers negligently perform or arrange the services which we are obliged to provide for you under our contract with you, as set out on your confirmation invoice, we will pay you reasonable compensation. The level of such compensation will be calculated taking into consideration all relevant factors such as but not limited to: following the complaints procedure as described in these conditions and the extent to which ours or our employees’ or suppliers’ negligence affected the overall enjoyment of your holiday. Please note that it is your responsibility to show that we or our supplier(s) have been negligent if you wish to make a claim against us. 10.2 We will not be responsible or pay you compensation for any injury, illness, death, loss, damage, expense, cost or other claim of any description if it results from:(a) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of the person(s) affected; (b) the act(s) and/or omission(s) of a third party unconnected with the provision of the services contracted for and which were unforeseeable or unavoidable; or (c) unusual or unforeseeable circumstances beyond ours or our supplier(s) control, the consequences of which could not have been avoided even if all due care had been exercised; or (d) an event which either ourselves or suppliers could not, even with all due care, have foreseen or forestalled. 10.3 Where death and or personal injury and or loss of or damage to property occurs during carriage by air or by sea then liability and the
luggage has been delivered to you undamaged unless written notice is given to us and/or the performing Carrier. a) in the case of apparent damage, before or at the time of disembarkation or redelivery; or b) in the case of damage which is not apparent or of loss, within 15 days from the date of disembarkation or redelivery or from the time when such redelivery should have taken place.
extent of damages recoverable will be dealt with by International Conventions as set out in paragraphs 10.5 and 10.6 and not otherwise. 10.4 As set out in these booking conditions we limit the maximum amount we may have to pay you for any claims you may make against us which do not involve personal injury, illness or death. Except where loss of and/or damage to luggage or personal possessions is concerned if we are found liable to you on any basis the maximum amount we will have to pay you is twice the price (excluding insurance premiums and amendment charges) paid by or on behalf of the person(s) affected in total unless a lower limitation applies to your claim under clause 10.6 below. This maximum amount will only be payable where everything has gone wrong and you have not received any benefit at all from your holiday. 10.5 - Where any claim or part of a claim (including those involving death or personal injury) concerns or is based on any travel arrangements (including the process of getting on and/or off the transport concerned) provided by any air, sea, rail or road carrier or any stay in a hotel, the maximum amount of compensation we will have to pay you will be limited. The most we will have to pay you for that claim or that part of a claim if we are found liable to you on any basis is the most the carrier or hotel keeper concerned would have to pay under the international convention or regulation which applies to the travel arrangements or hotel stay in question (for example, the Warsaw Convention as amended or un-amended and the Montreal Convention for international travel by air and/or for airlines with an operating licence granted by an EU country, the EC Regulation on Air Carrier Liability No 889/2002 for national and international travel by air, the Athens convention for international travel by sea). Please Note: Where a carrier or hotel would not be obliged to make any payment to you under the applicable International Convention or Regulation in respect of a claim or part of a claim, we similarly are not obliged to make a payment to you for that claim or part of the claim. When making any payment, we are entitled to deduct any money which you have received or are entitled to receive from the transport provider or hotelier for the complaint or claim in question. Copies of the applicable International Conventions and Regulations are available from us on request. We do not have any liability to you in any circumstances in which the carrier is liable to you by virtue of the Denied Boarding Regulation 2004 which applies solely to the operating carrier. Any liability we may have to you under our contract with you, arising out of the same facts, is limited to the remedies provided under the Regulation as if (for this purpose only) we were a carrier; any sums you receive from the carrier will be deducted from any amount due from ourselves. 10.6 Travel by sea is governed by the provisions of the Convention Relating to the Carriage of Passengers and their Luggage by Sea 1974 as amended in 1976 (“The Athens Convention) and where applicable from 1 January 2013 EU Regulation 392/2009 relating to the Liability of carriers of passengers by sea in the event of accidents (“EU Regulation 392/2009). For the purposes of the Athens Convention and EU Regulation 392/2009 we are the Contracting Carrier. The Athens Convention and EU Regulation 392/2009 limit the Carriers’ liability for death or personal injury or loss or damage to luggage and makes special provision for valuables. It is presumed that
Damages for cabin luggage payable by the Carrier are limited up to the Athens Convention limit of 833 SDRs or 2250 SDRs if EU Regulation 392/2009 applies. Limits shall be reduced in proportion to any contributory negligence by the passenger and by the maximum deductible specified in Article 8 (4) of the Athens Convention or EU Regulation 392/2009. Copies of the Athens Convention or EU Regulation 392/2009 are available from us on request. In so far as we may be liable to you in respect of claims arising out of carriage by sea we shall be entitled to all rights, defences, immunities and limitations available, respectively, to the actual carrier and under the relevant Conventions, and nothing in these Booking Conditions shall be deemed as a surrender thereof. To the extent that any provision in these Booking Conditions is made null and void by the Athens Convention or EU Regulation 392/2009 or any legislation compulsorily applicable or is otherwise unenforceable, it shall be void to that extent but not further. Our liability will not at any time exceed that of the carrier under its Conditions of Carriage and/or applicable or incorporated conventions or other legislation. Any liability in respect of death and personal injury and loss of and damage to luggage which we may incur to you whether under our contract with you, in accordance with these Booking Conditions or otherwise, shall always be subject to the limits of liability contained in the Athens Convention or EU Regulation 392/2009 for death/personal injury of 46,666 Special Drawing Rights (SDR) or 300,000 SDR under Athens Convention or 400,000 SDRs under EU Regulation 392/2009 except in the case of liability for war or terrorism 250,000 SDRs. We are not liable for valuables, monies or other securities including jewellery and watches. If they have been deposited with the reception desk on the ship for safe keeping and a receipt issued then in those limited circumstances the Carriers liability will be as set out in the Athens Convention or EU Regulation 392/2009. The use of safes onboard a Vessel is not a deposit with the ship or with us under the Athens Convention or EU Regulation 392/2009 or otherwise. The limits are 1200 SDRs pursuant to Athens or 3,375 SDRs pursuant to EU Regulation 392/2009. 10.7 Where there is any loss of or damage to property including luggage which is not covered by any international convention and where liability is not limited by reference to any enactment, terms of conditions, then any legal liability that we may have for any such losses or damage will not exceed £500 per guest. 10.8 Notwithstanding anything to the contrary elsewhere in these Booking Conditions, we shall not in any circumstances be liable to you for any loss or anticipated loss of profit, loss of revenue, loss of use, loss of contract or other opportunity nor for any other consequential or indirect loss or damage of a similar nature. 10.9 It is a condition of our acceptance of liability under this clause that you notify any claim to ourselves and our supplier(s) strictly in accordance with the complaints procedure set out in these conditions. 10.10 Where any payment is made, the person(s) receiving it (and their parent or guardian if under 18 years) must also assign to ourselves or our insurers any rights they may have to pursue any third party and must provide ourselves and our insurers with all assistance we may reasonably require. 10.11 Please note we cannot accept any liability for any damage, loss or expense or other sum(s) of any description: (a) which on the basis of the information given to us by you concerning your booking prior to our accepting it, we could not have foreseen you would suffer or incur if we breached our contract with you; or (b) which relate to any business. 11. FORCE MAJEURE Except where otherwise expressly stated in these booking conditions we will not be liable or pay you compensation if our contractual obligations to you are affected by any event which we or the supplier(s)
of the service(s) in question could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. These events can include, but are not limited to war, threat of war, civil strife terrorist activity and its consequences or the threat of such activity, riot, the act of any government or other national or local authority including port or river authorities, industrial dispute, lock closure, natural or nuclear disaster, fire, chemical or biological disaster and adverse weather, sea, ice and river conditions and all similar events outside our or the supplier(s) concerned control. Advice from the Foreign Office to avoid or leave a particular country may constitute Force Majeure. 12. PASSPORTS, VISAS, HEALTH FORMALITIES & TRAVEL DOCUMENTS It is your responsibility to check and fulfil the passport, visa, health and immigration requirements applicable to your itinerary. We can only provide general information about this. You must check requirements for your own specific circumstances with the relevant Embassies and/or Consulates and your Doctor as applicable. Requirements do change and you must check the up to date position in good time before departure. You must notify us regarding next of kin details and any other important information we request before you travel. If you have made independent travel arrangements you accept responsibility for joining the ship in good time, regardless of any change to the sailing time or date, or to the itinerary. We are not able to refund monies paid to us, or any third party acting on our or your behalf, or make compensation or other payments where, for whatever reason, you fail to join the ship. Passengers going ashore are responsible for re-boarding the ship prior to departure from port. Most countries now require passports to be valid for at least 6 months after your return date. If your passport is in its final year, you should check with the Embassy of the country you are visiting. For further information contact the Passport Office on 0870 5210410 or visit https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/hm-passport-office. Up to date travel advice can be obtained from the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, visit www.fco.gov.uk. We do not accept any responsibility if you cannot travel, or incur any other loss because you have not complied with any passport, visa, immigration requirements or health formalities. You agree to reimburse us in relation to any fines or other losses which we incur as a result of your failure to comply with any passport, visa, immigration requirements or health formalities. 13. SPECIAL REQUESTS your requests in writing. Whilst every effort will be made by us to try and arrange your reasonable special requests, we cannot guarantee that they will be fulfilled. The fact that a special request has been noted on your confirmation invoice or any other documentation or that it has been passed on to the supplier is not confirmation that the request will be met. Failure to meet any special request will not be a breach of contract on our part unless the request has been specifically confirmed. We do not accept bookings that are conditional upon any special request being met. 14. COMPLAINTS We make every effort to ensure that your holiday arrangements run smoothly but if you do have a problem during your holiday, please inform the relevant supplier (e.g. ship’s officer), or our local representative immediately who will endeavour to put things right. If the issue is not resolved locally it is essential you notify our head office in writing, quoting the booking reference number and all other relevant information, at the earliest opportunity and no later than 28 days after your return, to enable any complaint to be investigated. Please keep your letter concise and to the point. It will assist us to quickly identify your concerns and speed up our response to you. Failure to follow the procedures set out in this clause may affect our and the applicable supplier’s ability to investigate your complaint, and will affect your rights under this contract. 15. BEHAVIOUR If in our opinion or in the opinion of any other person in authority, your behaviour or that of any member of your party is causing or is likely to cause distress, danger or annoyance to any of our other
guests or any third party or damage to property, or to cause a delay or diversion to transportation, we reserve the right to terminate your booking arrangements with us immediately. In the event of such termination our liability to you and/or your party will cease and you and/or your party will be required to leave your cruise or other service immediately. We will have no further obligations to you and/or your party. No refunds for lost services will be made and we will not pay any expenses or costs incurred as a result of termination. You and/or your party may also be required to pay for loss and/or damage caused by your actions and we will hold you and each member of your party jointly and individually liable for any damage or losses caused by you or any member of your party. Full payment for any such damage or losses must be paid directly to the applicable supplier prior to departure from the service in question. If you fail to make payment, you will be responsible for meeting any claims (including legal costs) subsequently made against us as a result of your actions together with all costs we incur in pursuing any claim against you. We cannot be held responsible for the actions or behaviour of other guests or individuals who have no connection with your booking arrangements or with us. 16. CONDITIONS OF SUPPLIERS Some of the services which make up your holiday are provided by independent suppliers. Those suppliers provide these services in accordance with their own terms and conditions which will form part of your contract with us. Some of these terms and conditions may limit or exclude the supplier's liability to you, usually in accordance with applicable International Conventions. Copies of the relevant parts of these terms and conditions are available on request from ourselves or the supplier concerned. 17. ABTA ARBITRATION We are a member of ABTA, membership number Y2206. We are obliged to maintain a high standard of service to you by ABTA’s Code of Conduct. We can also offer you an arbitration scheme for the resolution of disputes arising out of, or in connection with this contract. Further information on the Code and arbitration can be found at http://abta.com/go-travel/travel-clinic/arbitration-andmediation. The arbitration scheme is arranged by ABTA and administered independently. It provides for a simple and inexpensive method of arbitration on documents alone with restricted liability on you in respect of costs. Full details will be provided on request or can be obtained from the ABTA website. 18. FINANCIAL PROTECTION We are required to provide security for the monies that you pay for the arrangements booked from us and for your repatriation in the event of our insolvency. We provide this security for flight inclusive holidays by way of a bond held by the Civil Aviation Authority under ATOL number 10093. When you buy an ATOL protected holiday from us you will receive an ATOL certificate listing the services that are financially protected. We provide financial security for holidays not including flights by way of our membership of the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA Number Y2206). 19. FLIGHTS In accordance with EU Regulations we are required to advise you of the carrier(s) (or, if the carrier(s) is not known, the likely carrier(s)) that will operate your flight(s) at the time of booking. Where we are only able to inform you of the likely carrier(s) at the time of booking, we shall inform you of the identity of the actual carrier(s) as soon as we become aware of this. 20. LAW & JURISDICTION These Booking Conditions and any agreement to which they apply are governed in all respects by English law. We both agree that any dispute, claim or other matter which arises between us out of or in connection with your contract or booking will be dealt with by the Courts of England and Wales only. You may however, choose the law and jurisdiction of Scotland or Northern Ireland if you live in those places and if you wish to do so. 21. SHIP’S REGISTRY The MV Aegean Odyssey is registered in Panama. Printed in UK 07/17
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CUBA & ISLANDS OF THE CARIBBEAN
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hen most people think about the Caribbean, their imagination takes them little further than a winter-sun holiday of warm seas and cold drinks played out to a carnival beat. There is, however, a great deal more to these islands and coastlines than rum, reggae and white sandy beaches. This is a region with a rich and fascinating history and culture. It also boasts some of the most stunning flora and fauna in the world. In our Winter 2017/18 brochure, you will discover the other more exciting story of the West Indies, Mexico's Caribbean coast and the new emerging Cuba – a world away from the typical tourist spots favoured by the giant cruise ships.
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From a 9-day exploration of Cuba to a grand 17-day voyage from the Canaries to the Caribbean NOVEMBER 20, 2017 Passage to the Caribbean 17 days from Tenerife to Barbados A magnificent voyage from the Canary Islands to the remote splendours of Cape Verde and on to tropical Barbados for a three-day stay. DECEMBER 5, 2017 Eastern Caribbean & the Grenadines 12 days from Barbados back to Barbados The ultimate island-hopping cruise to the exquisite Grenadines, French Martinique and the British historical exploits in Antigua and St Lucia. UISE CHRISTMAS CR
DECEMBER 15, 2017 Christmas in Cuba & the Caribbean
CUBA IN-DEPTH
JANUARY 12 & 19, 2018 FEBRUARY 23 & MARCH 2, 2018 The Cuba Experience
JANUARY 27, 2018 Historic Islands of the Caribbean I
9 or 10 days from Havana to Montego Bay or visa versa
Cruise across the Caribbean Sea via Cuba’s vibrant cities to the unspoiled tropical islands of Jamaica, St Barts, Nevis and Antigua.
15 days from Havana to Antigua
Immerse yourself in Cuba’s vibrant cities, tropical landscapes and natural friendly charm on one of these four 9 and 10-day in-depth cruises.
FEBRUARY 9, 2018 Historic Islands of the Caribbean II
JANUARY 12 & 15, 2018 FEBRUARY 23 & 26, 2018 The Cuba Experience + Jamaica
16 days from Antigua to Havana
13 or 14 days from Havana to Kingston or visa versa A land-tour of Jamaica’s stunning natural wonders with 5-star hotels throughout combines with our Cuba Experience cruises.
And the more days Odyssey Club Members spend at sea with us, the greater the rewards become with our Sapphire and Emerald tiers!
16 days from Havana to Barbados Experience the vibrant rythms of Cuba and Jamaica and delve into the real Caribbean on a voyage to Bridgetown via the Leeward Islands and St Lucia.
Sail from Barbados to St Lucia and the Leeward Islands of Nevis, St Barts and Antigua on this celebration voyage to the highlights of Cuba and Havana. UISE NEW YEAR’S CR
DECEMBER 30, 2017 Cuba & Maya Mexico A New Year’s celebration voyage from Hemingway’s haunts in Havana to the ancient sites of Maya Mexico.
Combine the fascinating history and British naval exploits in the Leeward Islands with colonial Jamaica and Hemingway’s legacy in vibrant Cuba. MARCH 9, 2018 Cuba, Jamaica & The Leeward Islands
17 days from Barbados to Havana
15 days from Havana back to Havana
• Loyalty discount of 5-10% for all cruises • Odyssey Club newsletter • Leather luggage tags, sent with final documents for your second voyage • Odyssey Club tote bag, presented on your second voyage • Exclusive Odyssey Club welcome party on board • Complimentary bottle of wine upon embarkation • Future cruise credit of £50 per new guest referred to VTA • Free internet access on board • One free laundry bag per cabin • Complimentary bottled water in cabin • Molton Brown bathroom accessories
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