Western Med, Eastern Med, North Africa - Eurpean Coastal Cruising - Voyages Jules Verne World of Wonders - January 2012

WESTERN MED EASTERN MED NORTH AFRICA 23 nights from �2495 key vjv features � On-board Lecture � Excursion Included � �200 On-board Credit (per cabin) � On-board Tips Included � Walking Content: 2 (see page 145) � Guaranteed Departure per person in an inside twin cabin (cat. i) CRUISING from the UK 2012 � Saturday May 19 ....................................�2495 maritime museum, malta Supplements per person Single Inside cabin (cat. N) ...........�1680 Outside twin cabin (cat. E) .............�650 Single Outside cabin (cat. L) ........�3040 Outside twin balcony cabin (BC) ..�1880 Price includes UK port taxes, 23 nights' accommodation on board, one excursion, full board and snacks, tea and coffee, �200 on-board credit (per cabin), tipping (on-board staff), itinerary as described, services of guides and local representatives. the eastern MeD with egYpt a voyage through the Mediterranean's rich history including north africa n incredible journey in just over three weeks visiting eight countries � Spain, Italy, Greece, Egypt, Malta, Algeria, Morocco and Portugal � that has only been made possible by embarking on a cruise of their surrounding waters. The Mediterranean has always been a popular cruise destination, offering a wealth of historic places, stunning coastlines and fascinating cultures. The second largest island in the Mediterranean, Sardinia was important to the Phoenicians and Romans, in particular Cagliari where they built an amphitheatre in the second century. In contrast, the smaller Aeolian Islands, located north of Sicily, are known for their volcanic black-sand beaches and rocky coastlines. From the seaside town of Katakolon, Ancient Greece comes to life in nearby Olympia, where the first Olympic Games were held in 776BC, whilst the charming island of Corfu has a Venetian fortress overlooking the Ionian Sea. It was E. M. Forster who observed that `few cities have made so magnificent an entry in history as Alexandria'. It flourished as one of the greatest Graeco-Roman cities of its time with Ptolemy ll creating in the Pharos Lighthouse, one of the Seven Great Wonders of the Ancient World. Continuing along the North African coastline, this cruise additionally takes in Algiers, which was ruled by the Ottomans, and Tangier, an ancient Berber and Phoenician town. Concluding the voyage in Lisbon, home to the UNESCO sites of Jer�nimos Monastery and Bel�m tower. Not included Travel to/from Dover, travel insurance, visa procurement fee (Algeria), optional excursions, tipping (other than on-board staff), any government taxes or compulsory charges introduced after publication. a ON-BOARD LECTURE This sailing features a talk on `Ancient Mythology' presented by Adrian Cooper. Notes Guests on Fred. Olsen organised tours do not require an Algerian Visa. If you intend to tour or step off the ship independently, a visa must be obtained in advance from the Algerian Embassy in London. The tourism infrastructure is poor in Algeria so independent travel is not recommended. All tour coaches will be escorted by members of the Algerian tourist Police. A higher deposit is required at the time of booking. Different booking conditions apply (call or visit www.vjv.com). itinErArY Day 1 Independent arrival in Dover and embark on black Watch. Afternoon departure. Days 2�4 At sea. Day 5 Arrive in Spain in the early morning, with free time to explore Cadiz. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Jerez and the Alcazar, or Seville. Set sail in the late afternoon for Gibraltar. Day 6 Morning arrival with time at leisure to visit this British peninsula and its famous rock. Perhaps visit the fortress or Alameda Gardens. Continue at sea for Italy. Day 7 At sea. Day 8 Arrive Sardinia in the early afternoon, with a chance to sample the local wine and delicacies of Cagliari. Optional visits include the botanical gardens and Roman Amphitheatre or the remains of Nora. Late afternoon departure. Day 9 Cruise the Aeolian Islands and the Strait of Messina. Day 10 Arrive in Greece, with the afternoon at leisure in Corfu or choose an optional excursion to Achilleion and Corfu Old Town. Depart in the late afternoon. Day 11 Arrive Katakolon, perhaps explore the birthplace of the Olympic Games. Continue cruising for the next port of call, Alexandria. Day 12 At sea. Day 13 Arrive in Egypt for an opportunity to explore Roman Alexandria. An optional excursion is offered to the Pyramids of Giza. Late evening departure for the journey west. Days 14 & 15 At sea. Day 16 Early morning arrival to Malta for an included walking tour of Valletta. Enjoy the Malta Experience, a 45-minute show about Malta's history. Depart for overnight sailing. Day 17 At sea. Day 18 Arrive in Algiers with a chance to visit the ancient mosques and palaces from the Ottoman era of Algeria. Late afternoon departure. Day 19 At sea. Day 20 Morning arrival in Morocco, with time at leisure to visit the medina, market quarter and Dar el-Makhzen in Tangier. Early afternoon departure for Portugal. Day 21 Arrive in the morning in Lisbon. Optional visits include a city tour and visit to Sintra and Cascais. Days 22 & 23 At sea. Day 24 Disembark in Dover. pompeY's pillar, aleXandria cadiZ 52 0845 166 7008 www.vjv.com

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