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A Portrait of Mediterranean
Spain, France, Italy and Croatia aboard Discovery |
12 Days / 11 Nights
• Sep.24, 2012 |
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Great architects, great artists and perhaps most importantly great empires left incredible legacies around ‘Mare Nostrum’ – the Roman name for the Mediterranean Sea! At the forefront of this voyage Barcelona’s boast is Gaudi. Sète’s roots lie in ancient Greece. D H Lawrence succumbed to the charm of Rapallo, whilst Livorno and Civitavecchia promise countless works from the masters Bernini, Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo. Sicily’s gem is Taormina.
Brindisi was a fixture on the famed Silk Road. Wrapped within its massive medieval wall, Dubrovnik marks the end of this voyage.
2012 Itinerary
BARCELONA (Spain)
Neatly framed by the Mediterranean and the hills of Montjuïc and Tibidabo, Barcelona
marries Gothic spikes with modern curves.Lively Las Ramblas, the awe-inspiring La
Sagrada Familia and La Seu – Barcelona’s great gothic Cathedral, are amongst the host
of treasures to discover as you soak up the vibrant city atmosphere.
SÈTE (France)
Laced by canals and lying between Etang de Thau and the Mediterranean, water is omnipresent in Sète, the ‘Little Venice of Languedoc’. Step ashore and stroll past colourful houses overlooking a bustling harbour where fishing boats vie for space with sleek yachts. Venture further and the turreted medieval walled Cité of Carcassonne is one of few sights in the world genuinely justifying the epithet ‘breathtaking’.
With scents of the sea mingling with scents of Mediterranean shrub, Sète – renowned for its gastronomy, is perfect for an evening ashore.
RAPALLO (Italy)
Legend says that Hannibal, great enemy of the mighty Roman Empire, once crossed over the single span bridge that testifies
to Rapallo’s Roman roots. Today Rapallo follows the sweep of a beautiful bay.
A gracious old seaside town still watched over by a 16th century castle built to defend
against Saracen raids. Take the funicular to the summit of Montallegro for incredible
panoramic views. Along the coast Portofino is a magnet for the rich and international yachting set.
LIVORNO (Italy)
A profusion of poets and painters, sculptors and architects created Florence! The ‘jewel
of the Renaissance’ is not simply a city but an exquisite work of art. A wealth of gothic
architecture lies wrapped within Sienna’s medieval walls, whilst 14th century history
lives on in San Gimignano’s distinctive skyline. The landmark Leaning Tower of Pisa
is just one of the wonders of Miracle Square.Founded by the Medici dynasty, Livorno is a
gateway to a host of Tuscan treasures.
CIVITAVECCHIA (Italy)
All roads lead to Rome! Circus Maximus, the Roman Forum, Pantheon and Colosseum
conjure images of the mighty Roman Empire.At the heart of the Roman Catholic religion
is St Peter’s Basilica in the State of Vatican City. Toss a coin into the baroque-style Trevi
Fountain and legend promises you’ll return to this beautiful city.
CASTELLAMMARE DI STABIA(Italy)
With its thermal springs, this area on the sweeping Bay of Naples has been a
privileged holiday location since Roman times. Wealthy patricians followed in the
footsteps of Roman Emperors to ancient Stabiae, which was buried when Mount
Vesuvius erupted spectacularly in 79 AD. Today’s Castellammare di Stabia rose from
those ashes. Pompeii and Herculaneum are windows on the past. Alternatively discover
the charm of Italy’s famous Amalfi coastline, or the chic little island of Capri.
MESSINA (Sicily, Italy)
In mythology Scylla and Carybdis threatened the intrepid Odysseus at the Strait of Messina
which Hercules swam and the Argonauts sailed. Overlooking the strait, Messina is the
city that launched a thousand ships – a key staging post for European knights on their
way to the Crusades. Despite the 1908 earth- quake and intensive bombing during WWII, Messina has risen from the ashes and is a
delight. Alternatively step foot on Mount Etna – to the ancient Greeks the realm of Vulcan – god of fire!
BRINDISI (Italy)
A fixture on the Silk Road, the ‘Gate to
the East’ was always a trade route. The
world’s first paved road, the great ‘Via
Appia’ led straight to Brindisi from Rome!
Look beyond the modern façade of the city
and myriad pointers speak volumes of its
fascinating history. Visit beautiful Lecce –
Apulia’s ‘Baroque Pearl’, or UNESCO listed
Alberobello bursting with the remarkable
whitewashed, conical-roofed houses
characteristic of Puglia.
DUBROVNIK (Croatia)
Robust walls punctuated by imposing fortresses around a vibrant patchwork of burnt
amber and honey-coloured roofs – from first glimpse of this incredible city, you will be
enchanted. With an overnight stay before your fight to the UK you’ve time to explore. Grand
renaissance and gothic buildings, the baroque Cathedral, 14th century Franciscan Monastery
and handsome palaces of retired aristocracy all have a tale to tell.
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| SHIP STATISTICS |
| Flag:Bermuda
Nationality of Officers: European
Official Language: English
Passeng. Cap.: 698
Cruising Speed: 18 knots
Length: 168 m
Beam: 25 m
Draft: 7,5 m
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| DAY |
PORT |
ARRIVAL |
DEPARTURE |
| Day 1 |
Barcelona(Portugal) |
Embark |
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| Day 2 |
Barcelona |
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4:00 PM |
| Day 3. |
Sète (France) |
8:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
| Day 4. |
At Sea |
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| Day 5. |
Rapallo (Italy) |
7:00 AM |
9:00 PM |
| Day 6. |
Livorno (Italy) |
7:00 AM |
6:00 PM |
| Day 7. |
Civitavecchia (Italy) |
7:00 AM |
6:30 PM |
| Day 8. |
Castellammare di Stabia |
8:00 AM |
5:00 PM |
| Day 9. |
Messina, Sicily(Italy) |
7:30 AM |
1:00 PM |
| Day 10. |
Brindisi (Italy) |
9:30 AM |
7:30 PM |
| Day 11. |
Dubrovnik (Croatia) |
7:00 AM |
Overnight |
| Day 12. |
Dubrovnik |
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Disembark |
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Cruise fares per person in U.K £.
| Cat |
Deck |
Description |
Rate |
| DOUBLE OCCUPANCY |
O |
Coral | 2 Bed Inside | 1449 | |
N |
Bali | 2 Bed Inside | 1619 | |
M |
Bali/Pacific | 2 Bed Inside | 1779 | |
L |
Promenade | 2 Bed Inside Superior | 2319 | |
K |
Coral | 2 Bed Outside | 1869 | |
J |
Bali/Coral | 2 Bed Outside | 1969 | |
I |
Bali | 2 Bed Outside | 2109 | |
H |
Pacific | 2 Bed Outside | 2209 | |
G |
Pacific | 2 Bed Outside | 2349 | |
F |
Bridge | 2 Bed Outside Superior | 2519 | |
E |
Promenade | 2 Bed Outside Superior | 2719 | |
D |
Bridge/Promenade | 2 Bed Outside Deluxe | 2979 | |
B |
Bridge/Promenade | Junior Suite | 3179 | |
A |
Bridge/Promenade | Suite/Owner's Suite | 3489 | |
| SINGLE OCCUPANCY |
II |
Bali | As I - Sole Occupancy | 3129 | |
GG |
Pacific | As G - Sole Occupancy | 3369 | |
C |
Promenade | Outside Single | 3489 | |
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| Third/Fourth Rate person sharing | 1039 | |
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| Air Credit (no air included) | 255 | |
Note: Cabins on Discovery's Bridge Deck have partially restricted views caused by lifeboats.
Cabin 6214 in Category OO is also partially restricted. |
Value Includes:
* Flights London/Lisbon and Dubrovnik/London including all pre-paid airport taxes
* Transfers between airports and ship
* 11-night cruise aboard Discovery
* All meals from breakfast to late-night snacks
* Captain’s cocktail parties and gala dinners
* 24-hour complimentary tea and cofee
* On board evening entertainment
* Comprehensive guest speaker programme throughout the cruise
* All port and airport taxes included
* All on board gratuities – other cruise lines add up to £200 per couple to your bill
* All on board service charges – other cruise lines add up to 18% to your bill for drinks, spa treatments, etc.
* Use of sauna, gym, Jacuzzis and pools
Value do not Includes:
* Personal expenses on board
* Personal insurance
* Hair and beauty treatments
* Shore excursions and shuttle buses
* Visas, and airport taxes where these are payable locally
GUEST SPEAKERS
Your guest speakers on this cruise include:
Sir David Durie: Ancient Greek and Roman History & Culture
Professor Duncan MacMillan: Professor of Art History
BOOKING:
Bookings are on request and need to be confirmed.
Deposit of 25% per person is required within 4 days of booking.
Deposit is non refundable.
Final payment is required 140 days prior to departure.
CANCELLATION POLICY:
The following annulment fees shall arise in the event of later cancellation:
up to 140 days prior to the cruise commencement - loss of deposit
60% of the tour price for cancellation 139 - 76 days prior to commencement of travel
90% of the tour price for cancellation 75 - 55 days prior to commencement of travel
100% of the tour price for cancellation 54 - 0 days prior to commencement of travel |
