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Italy, the Ionian Islands & the Ancient Treasures of Greece
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Ocean Majesty Italy, the Ionian Islands & the Ancient Treasures of Greece Civitavecchia (for Rome) · Olbia · Naples · Messina, Sicily · Corfu · Kefalonia Zante · Katakolon Itea · Nafplio · Piraeus (for Athens) Early Bird Discount 12 nights from £1449 aboard Ocean Majesty Fly/Cruise Departs 12 October 2008 Fly from Gatwick or Manchester Cruise Reference: OY813 to Olympia to see the Doric Temple of Zeus, the Temple of Hera, and the Stadium. Tuesday 21st Itea Arrive 0800 Itea is on mainland Greece and our gateway to Delphi, where you'll see the Temple of Apollo and the Kastelian Spring. Wednesday 22nd Itea/Corinth Canal Depart 0600 Make sure you're on deck this morning as we sail through the spectacular Corinth Canal. One of the most important stretches of water in the world, it took 11 years to build and links the Aegean and Ionian Seas. Thursday 23rd Nafplio Arrive 0700 ­ Depart 2300 A charming town, Nafplio was once the capital of Greece. Sights include the Venetian Palamidi Fortress, the Fortress Bourtzi and the Akronapflia, the oldest part of the city. Experience a taste of ancient Greece with our optional excursions to Mycenae and Epidaurus. Friday 24th Piraeus Arrive 0700 From here, transfer to the airport for our return flight. Cabin grade and type Full Discounted Save fare up to fare £1949 £2149 £2249 £2349 £2449 £2549 £2649 £1449 £1619 £1689 £1749 £1839 £1919 £1989 £2249 £2479 £2249 £2479 £500 £530 £560 £600 £610 £630 £660 £750 £820 £750 £820 Early Bird SAVE up to £820 see page 3 Costa Smeralda Discover the `Eternal City' of Rome at the start of this wonderful cruise through the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. From sunsoaked Sardinia and Sicily to the beautiful bay of Naples, from the magnificent beaches of the Ionian Islands to the treasures of Olympia and Delphi, this cruise has it all. Optional excursions will take you to Pompeii, Capri or the Amalfi Drive. Thursday 16th Messina (Sicily) Arrive 0800 ­ Depart 1600 From here, take a trip to Mount Etna to peer inside the Silvestri crater or visit the ancient town of Taormina. Friday 17th Corfu Arrive 1200 ­ Depart Midnight Corfu is considered one of the most beautiful Greek islands. The capital, Corfu Town, has a wonderful old district. Saturday 18th Kefalonia Arrive 0800 ­ Depart Midnight Optional excursions will take you on a tour of the island, including many of the places featured in Louis de Bernieres bestseller, Captain Corelli's Mandolin, which was filmed on the island. Sunday 19th Zante Arrive 0600 ­ Depart Midnight Continuing south we reach idyllic Zante. Optional excursions explore the island with its beautiful beaches and the Blue Caves. Monday 20th Katakolon Arrive 0800 ­ Depart 1800 This tranquil port boasts delightful shops and cafes overlooking the beach. Join the optional excursion Your Itinerary Sunday October 12th Depart from your UK airport to Rome and transfer to the port of Civitavecchia to join Ocean Majesty. Monday 13th Civitavecchia. Depart 1900 Spend the day in the Eternal City where you can explore on your own or join an optional tour. Highlights include the Colosseum, the Forum, Vatican City with St Peter's and the Sistine Chapel. Tuesday 14th Olbia (Sardinia) Arrive 0700 ­ Depart 1800 Optional excursions will explore the island, including the Costa Smeralda. Wednesday 15th Naples Arrive 0700 ­ Depart 1800 Seek out the bustling streets and piazzas of shops and cafes in this colourful city. Sights include the splendid cathedral or the Museo Archeologico Nazionale. A B C Delphi Inside 2 bed Inside 2 bed Inside 2 bed Outside 2 bed Outside 2 bed Outside 2 bed/Double Outside 2 bed/Double F G H I J K Olbia Civitavecchia Naples Outside £2999 2 bed/Superior Outside double £3299 superior/balcony Outside single Outside single superior Corfu Kefalonia Itea Corinth Canal Messina Piraeus Zante Katakolon Nafplio GREECE D E £2999 £3299 Prices are based on the occupancy of cabins as described with private shower and wc. For ship information and deck plan see pages 22-23 To book call one of our Cruise Advisors on 0870 252 0 258 To view dates & prices click here 20 To book click here