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32 nights from £1,999
aboard Athena
Athena
Departs 9 December 2007 from Southampton
Cruise Reference: OAD81
St. George's Harbour, Grenada
Bridgetown, Barbados
Christmas Day Mayreau, Grenadines Arrive 0700 Depart 2000 A tropical paradise with pristine beaches and sparkling clear waters, this tiny island is a perfect spot for our sumptuous beach barbeque prepared by the ship's chefs.You can take optional excursions by catamaran to the stunning Tobago Cays, guarded by spectacular coral reefs, or to the Union and Palm Islands. Boxing Day St. Lucia Arrive 0700 Depart 1700 The dramatic mountain scenery and the distinctive twin-peaked Pitons make St. Lucia perhaps the most instantly recognisable island in the Caribbean. Enjoy the vibrant Creole atmosphere and hustle and bustle of Castries, the thriving capital. Thursday 27th Nevis Arrive 0800 Midday Charlestown is a charming little town steeped in history Lord Nelson was actually married here. You can wander through the pretty streets, take a stroll around the local art galleries and crafts shops and visit the famous collection of Nelson memorabilia. St. Kitts Arrive 1400 Depart 2000 A larger island than Nevis, and equally delightful, the golden beaches, historical treasures and lively culture makes St. Kitts a superb port of call. The capital, Basseterre, is home to an impressive cathedral and the
views from the Brimstone Hill Fortress are truly breathtaking. Friday 28th Tortola, British Virgin Islands Arrive 0800 Depart 1700 The largest of fifty stunning palmfringed islands and cays, and once the haunt of pirates, today you can relax on the island's glorious beaches, admire the breathtaking scenery, or perhaps visit Apple Bay's Sugar Mill at Pusser's Company Store to sample the local rum cocktails. Saturday 29th St. Barts Arrive 0600 Depart 1230 The chic French town of Gustavia, with its brightly painted houses, is built around a natural harbour, where we drop anchor.You can stroll around the town and port, or visit one of the island's many beautiful beaches.
St. Maarten Arrive 1430 Depart 2000 The island is divided between the Dutch province to the south and the French to the north offering a fascinating mix of European culture and Caribbean hospitality. We call in at the main Dutch town of Phillipsburg, a shoppers' paradise, where you can pick up some amazing duty free bargains. Sunday 30th Antigua Arrive 0800 Depart 1700 Nelson landed here in 1794. Surrounded by a coral reef with fantastic scenery, white palm-fringed beaches and warm azure seas, you can explore the charming bays and towns including St. John's, the island's lively main town, and historic English Harbour with its delightful bars and restaurants. Monday 31st December Saturday 5th January Cruising at sea.
Sunday 6th Azores Arrive 0900 Depart 1400 We call in at the historic and pretty port of Ponta Delgada on Sao Miguel, the largest and most enchanting island in the Azores. Known as the `Green Island' with its never-ending pastures, stunning lakes, mountain ridges, bubbling geysers, thermal springs and lovely sandy beaches, it is an oasis of tranquillity and breathtaking beauty. Monday 7th Wednesday 9th Cruising at sea Thursday 10th Southampton Arrive 1400
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Sole occupancy supplement available from 50% For ship information and deck plan see pages 28-29 Land by tender.
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