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Arrive: Sat 30 January 2021 / Depart: Sat 30 January 2021
The Prince Albert II will arrive at Ushuaia during the evening hours on the 13th of November, and go alongside. After breakfast the following morning, disembark Prince Albert II and transfer to Ushuaia International Airport (USH) for your charter flight to Buenos Aires J. Newbery Domestic Airport (AEP).
Arrive: Sat 06 February 2021 / Depart: Sat 06 February 2021
Arrive: Thu 11 February 2021 / Depart: Thu 11 February 2021
Arrive: Sat 13 February 2021 / Depart: Sat 13 February 2021 at 08:00
Arrive: Sun 14 February 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Sun 14 February 2021
Located on the northern tip of the vast Reloncavi Bay, Puerto Montt is the gateway to the Chilean Lake District. Crowding the harbor are vessels that ply the route between Cape Horn and Puerto Montt, finding shelter here from the storms of the Pacific. The first German colonists arrived in this area in 1852; their descendants have remained a small but influential percentage of the 130,000 inhabitants. The town spreads along a narrow seaboard and climbs the slopes that enclose Puerto Montt to the north. Since 1985, the city has experienced considerable growth and development. In addition to some 30 salmon farms, fishing and forestry industries, there are service companies, new hotels, restaurants, cafés and a variety of shops. For the visitor, the town itself offers scant attractions apart from shingle-roofed houses around a flowered central square. It is its proximity to the lake and mountain region that makes Puerto Montt a sought after starting point for many travelers. A short distance from the pier is the small fishing port of Angelmo. Its row of stalls lining both sides of the street offers a wide variety of regional handicrafts and souvenir items.
Arrive: Wed 17 February 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 17 February 2021
Arrive: Fri 19 February 2021 / Depart: Fri 19 February 2021
The friendly English-speaking population offers a unique blend of African, Spanish, Paya Indian and British cultures. British and Spanish settlers invaded the Paya as their respective countries fought over possession of Roatan in the 16th century. Soon after, pirates numbering nearly 5,000, including Henry Morgan, claimed Roatan as their stronghold. During the height of the slave trade, Roatan became a dumping ground for rebellious slaves that the British could no longer control. These marooned slaves, now called Maroons or Garifuna, form a present day ethnic group near the town of Punta Gorda. This unique mix of people and cultures, presently controlled by Honduras, has created a population that is rich in tradition yet welcoming to visitors.
Arrive: Sat 20 February 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Sat 20 February 2021 at 17:00
Arrive: Thu 25 February 2021 at 07:00
Depart: Fri 26 February 2021 at 17:00
Arrive: Tue 02 March 2021 at 06:30 / Depart: Tue 02 March 2021 at 15:00
Arrive: Fri 05 March 2021 at 13:00 / Depart: Fri 05 March 2021 at 23:00
The largest of the southern islands, Hiva Oa, the master pillar or finial post of the ‘Great House’ - which represents the Marquesan archipelago in the local mythology - has always been the rival of Nuku Hiva. The island is shaped like a seahorse and has a mountain range running southwest to northeast whose main peaks, Mt. Temetiu and Mt. Feani form a real wall around Atuona.
Arrive: Sat 06 March 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Sat 06 March 2021 at 14:00
Arrive: Mon 08 March 2021 at 08:30 / Depart: Mon 08 March 2021 at 18:30
Arrive: Tue 09 March 2021 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 09 March 2021 at 23:00
Rangiroa, meaning ‘Vast Sky’ in Puamotu, is the largest atoll in the Tuamotu Archipelago and one of the largest in the world. Surrounded by two legendary bodies of water, Moana-tea (Peaceful Ocean) and Moana-uri (Wild Ocean), the atoll consists of about 250 islets and sandbars, with approximately 100 narrow passages in the fringing reef. The lagoon covers 618 square miles (1,600 square km), large enough that it has its own horizon.
Arrive: Wed 10 March 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Wed 10 March 2021
Tahiti's heart-shaped sister island Moorea is located only nine miles across the Sea of the Moon from Tahiti. While Bora Bora and Tahiti are the destinations most prominently advertised, it is Moorea, the Magical Island that is the best-kept secret of the trio of famous French Polynesian islands. In fact, Moorea has often been likened to James Michener's mythological island of Bali Hai - and it is easy to see why. Picture perfect lagoons and gleaming white beaches are surrounded by jagged mountains and volcanic spires. Its six mountains include Mount Rotui. From its summit there are spectacular views of Opunohu Bay and the island. Captain Samuel Wallis was the European discoverer of the Windward Island in 1767. After leaving Tahiti, he passed along the north coast of Moorea without landing. The first European visitors to the island include botanist Joseph Banks and some sailors sent ashore by Captain Cook in 1769. Captain Cook himself anchored in Opunohu Bay for one week in 1777, but never visited the bay that now bears his name.
Arrive: Thu 11 March 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 11 March 2021
Formed by two ancient volcanoes and joined at the isthmus of Taravao, Tahiti is the largest island of the Society Archipelago and the economic heart of French Polynesia. Ever since the famous French impressionist painter Paul Gauguin immortalized Tahitian maidens in vibrant colors on his canvasses, Tahiti has had a mysterious allure and still summons up all the romance of the South Pacific as a tropical paradise. Rising in the center, Mount Orohena and Mount Aorai are the highest points; deep valleys radiate in all directions from these central peaks. Steep slopes drop abruptly from the high plateaus to coastal plains. The northeast coast is rugged and rocky without a barrier reef, and thus exposed to intense, pounding surf. Villages lie on a narrow strip between mountains and ocean. The south coast is broad and gentle with large gardens and coconut groves; a barrier reef shields it from the sea.
Arrive: Fri 12 March 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Fri 12 March 2021 at 21:00
Located 160 miles (257 km) northwest of Tahiti, Bora Bora is everyone's idea of a South Pacific island. Mere superlatives cannot adequately describe the spectacular beauty of its emerald-green hills and crystalline blue lagoons. Once a quiet retreat, it is now a Mecca for tourists, hotel entrepreneurs and filmmakers. Through the years, the local population has learned to cope with the ebb and flow of foreigners. During World War II, 4,500 U.S. troops were stationed on Bora. In 1977, an army of Italian filmmakers descended on the island for the filming of the movie Hurricane. The island is 20 miles (32 km) in circumference and depending on the conveyance used and how many stops are made; a round-the-island tour can take from 90 minutes to several hours. The island's major community is Vaitape Village with an abundance of shops and boutiques. Scattered across Bora Bora are a number of marae ruins, ancient Polynesian temples that are worth visiting. Tours by jeep into the rugged interior are equally popular, especially for World War II buffs. Swimming, snorkelling, diving and various other water sports are on most visitors' to-do list.
Arrive: Sun 14 March 2021 at 10:30 / Depart: Sun 14 March 2021 at 18:00
The Cook Islands are scattered like tiny jewels over a large stretch of sea between Tahiti and Samoa, lying virtually in the center of the Polynesian Triangle of the South Pacific. The first settlers arrived around the 8th century from the Society Islands, Samoa and the Marquesas, while the first Europeans made contact at the turn of the 16th century. In 1824, a Russian cartographer put the islands on the map, naming them after Captain Cook, who discovered five of the islands in the Southern Group in the 1770s. The natural beauty of Rarotonga, the principal island of the Cook archipelago, is profound and overwhelming. Its forest-covered mountains, deep valleys, fertile slopes of red soil and sparkling aquamarine lagoons make it a likely Eden.
Arrive: Mon 15 March 2021 / Depart: Mon 15 March 2021
Arrive: Tue 16 March 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Tue 16 March 2021 at 18:00
Arrive: Fri 19 March 2021 at 13:00
Depart: Sat 20 March 2021 at 17:00
Arrive: Tue 23 March 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Tue 23 March 2021
Lautoka is often described as the sugar city. Sugar cane is the major industry of Fiji and Lautoka is its main base. Here are the industries' headquarters, the largest sugar mill, modern loading facilities and a large wharf. It features 70 miles of roads, almost all paved, a wonderful botanical garden and royal palm trees decorating the city's main street, Vitogo Parade. The municipal market is another attraction from both outside and inside. Fiji typifies the image of paradise. The people here live as they have done for centuries, retaining their ancient traditions and simple and carefree lifestyle supported by the harvest of a generous land and bountiful sea.
Arrive: Thu 25 March 2021 / Depart: Thu 25 March 2021
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Arrive: Thu 01 April 2021 / Depart: Thu 01 April 2021
The eastern half of the island of New Guinea - second largest in the world - was divided between Germany (north) and the UK (south) in 1885. The latter area was transferred to Australia in 1902, which occupied the northern portion during World War I and continued to administer the combined areas until independence in 1975. A nine-year secessionist revolt on the island of Bougainville ended in 1997 after claiming some 20,000 lives.
Arrive: Fri 02 April 2021 / Depart: Fri 02 April 2021
Arrive: Sat 03 April 2021 / Depart: Sat 03 April 2021
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Arrive: Tue 06 April 2021 / Depart: Tue 06 April 2021
Arrive: Thu 08 April 2021 / Depart: Thu 08 April 2021
Thursday Island is Queensland's most northerly administration center, off the tip of Cape York Peninsula in the Torres Strait. It is 1,320 miles by air north of Brisbane. A colorful outpost, Thursday Island retains its majority of native islanders with a mix of Malays, Polynesians, Chinese and Japanese. The township of Thursday Island nestles in the protective embrace of the Prince of Wales group of islands in the Torres Strait. T.I., as the island is affectionately known, was settled in 1877 and was chosen for its close proximity to the main shipping channel and its well-sheltered port. With a population today of some 3,500, the island has an interesting history and was once the base for a fleet of 150 pearling luggers as well as a busy trading port.
Arrive: Sun 11 April 2021 / Depart: Sun 11 April 2021
Darwin is Australia's most colorful, and exotic, capital city. Surrounded on three sides by the turquoise waters of the Timor Sea, the streets are lined with tropical flowers and trees. Warm and dry in winter, hot and steamy in summer, it's a relaxed and casual place, as well as a beguiling blend of tropical frontier outpost and Outback hardiness. Thanks to its close proximity to Southeast Asia and its multicultural population it also seems more like Asia than the rest of Australia. Darwin is a city that has always had to fight for its survival.
Arrive: Mon 12 April 2021 at 05:30 / Depart: Mon 12 April 2021
Arrive: Tue 13 April 2021 / Depart: Tue 13 April 2021
Arrive: Wed 14 April 2021 / Depart: Wed 14 April 2021
Arrive: Thu 15 April 2021 at 07:30 / Depart: Thu 15 April 2021 at 18:00
Arrive: Sat 17 April 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Sat 17 April 2021 at 18:00
Kupang is the capital of Timor; with a population of 120,000 it is the largest urban center. Lying only 300 miles from the coast of northeast Australia, it is closer to Darwin than to Jakarta. Its beautiful, hilly terrain belies the fact that the island is one of the driest in the Indonesian archipelago. Coming from the surrounding islands, the kind and gentle population comprise a rainbow of cultures including Rotinese, Chinese, Solorese, Javanese, Arabs, Eurasians and Savunese. Timor was once formerly divided between the Dutch in the west and the Portuguese in the east. When Indonesia gained its independence in 1950 the whole western portion of the island went to the Republic while the eastern part remained with the Portuguese. In the early 1970s, Portugal sought to rid itself of all its former colonial possessions. In 1975, the Portuguese-controlled eastern half was thus granted complete independence by Lisbon. The territory was annexed in 1976 and now the whole island belongs to Indonesia. Kupang's cityscape boasts multi-storied buildings, sidewalks and busy intersections full of bemos and government jeeps; the mood and pace are very laid back. The bustling heart of Kupang is the seafront road, as it has been since the Dutch settled here in 1637. In the large local market vendors offer traditional herbal and spiritual cures. To the west is the river where Captain Bligh landed following a 41-day voyage from the spot near Tonga where the mutineers on his ship, the HMS Bounty, set him adrift. The city has almost no industry, only a local ice factory, an electricity plant and small fishing enterprises. Preferred jobs are in the civil service, the army or police, in the hospital or the incipient tourist industry. Since the start of the Darwin-Kupang flight, a number of small hotels and tourist agencies have sprung up to service the steady flow of arrivals from Australia. The Museum of Nusa Tenggara Timur (Provincial Museum), located about two miles out of town, provides insight into the life and culture of the people. The exhibits include textiles, ceramics, traditional houses and ethnographic pieces. A series of models and sets illustrates the process of ikat cloth, an ancient tie-dyed method of making fabric for wall hangings, rugs, shawls and blankets. Woven from locally grown cotton, the cloth figures prominently in the ceremonial and social life of the region.
Arrive: Sun 18 April 2021 at 06:30 / Depart: Sun 18 April 2021 at 14:00
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Arrive: Thu 22 April 2021 at 06:30 / Depart: Thu 22 April 2021 at 20:30
Arrive: Sun 25 April 2021 at 08:00 / Depart: Sun 25 April 2021 at 17:00
Semarang is one of the oldest cities in Indonesia, situated on Java's north coast between the shore of the Java Sea and a small ridge of mountains. Ceded to the Dutch West India Company in 1677 by King Amangkurat I in payment of his debts, it became their headquarters and the seat of the Dutch governor of the northeast provinces. Semarang's usefulness as a port waned due to the gradual silting up of the harbor. By the 19th century, Surabaya had eclipsed Semarang as Java's premier port.
Arrive: Tue 27 April 2021
Singapore is a roughly diamond-shaped island at the end of the Malaysian peninsula. It occupies a strategic position for shipping on the shortest sea-route between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. The narrow Strait of Johor separates Singapore from Malaysia, but the two are linked by a causeway less than a mile long.
Depart: Wed 28 April 2021
Singapore is a roughly diamond-shaped island at the end of the Malaysian peninsula. It occupies a strategic position for shipping on the shortest sea-route between the Indian Ocean and the South China Sea. The narrow Strait of Johor separates Singapore from Malaysia, but the two are linked by a causeway less than a mile long.
Arrive: Fri 30 April 2021 at 14:30 / Depart: Fri 30 April 2021 at 21:30
Arrive: Sat 01 May 2021 at 05:00 / Depart: Sat 01 May 2021
Arrive: Mon 03 May 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 03 May 2021 at 18:00
Bali has long been the most popular destination in Indonesia thanks to its great natural beauty and rich culture. Stone inscriptions dating from around the 9th century AD are the earliest records found on Bali. By that time, the island was already developing irrigation systems and lifestyle that has many similarities with what visitors find today.
Arrive: Tue 04 May 2021 at 10:30 / Depart: Tue 04 May 2021 at 17:00
Arrive: Thu 06 May 2021 at 06:30
Sumatra is the fourth largest island in the world. Although not known for the rich archaeological sites that distinguish Java, Sumatra offers magnificent natural landscapes. The port serves as our gateway for Medan and Lake Toba, Southeast Asia's largest lake, which lies about 120 miles from Belawan. Sumatra is also vital to Indonesia's economy, with over 60% of the country's total production coming from the island. Belawan is one of the busiest ports in Indonesia. Exports include minerals, oil, palm oil, rubber, tea and tobacco. It is located 15 miles from Medan, the capital and largest city of North Sumatra. Medan, established in 1682 as a trading center, was made the regional capital by the Dutch in 1886. It remained a small trading center to this century. Following the Second World War, the population soared from one hundred thousand to well over 2 million. Today, Medan has become a congested and noisy city, which in the hot months offers little respite in the way of parks and greenery. The rich volcanic soil provided an ideal location for the development of plantation agriculture. To fuel this economic growth, the Dutch used immigrant Chinese laborers, and even today, Medan has the largest Chinese population in Indonesia. The architecture in Medan reflects the diverse cultural influences in the city, with a concentration of Colonial buildings around Mederka Square, while churches, mosques, pagodas and temples fulfill the spiritual needs of the population. The countryside surrounding the vast inland Lake Toba is among the most beautiful in Southeast Asia. At an altitude of nearly 3,000 feet, the lake has a cooler climate and pine covered mountain sides. The town of Prapat lies on the shores of the lake and ferries ply the waters to Samosir Island, one of Sumatra's most popular destinations.
Depart: Fri 07 May 2021 at 18:00
Sumatra is the fourth largest island in the world. Although not known for the rich archaeological sites that distinguish Java, Sumatra offers magnificent natural landscapes. The port serves as our gateway for Medan and Lake Toba, Southeast Asia's largest lake, which lies about 120 miles from Belawan. Sumatra is also vital to Indonesia's economy, with over 60% of the country's total production coming from the island. Belawan is one of the busiest ports in Indonesia. Exports include minerals, oil, palm oil, rubber, tea and tobacco. It is located 15 miles from Medan, the capital and largest city of North Sumatra. Medan, established in 1682 as a trading center, was made the regional capital by the Dutch in 1886. It remained a small trading center to this century. Following the Second World War, the population soared from one hundred thousand to well over 2 million. Today, Medan has become a congested and noisy city, which in the hot months offers little respite in the way of parks and greenery. The rich volcanic soil provided an ideal location for the development of plantation agriculture. To fuel this economic growth, the Dutch used immigrant Chinese laborers, and even today, Medan has the largest Chinese population in Indonesia. The architecture in Medan reflects the diverse cultural influences in the city, with a concentration of Colonial buildings around Mederka Square, while churches, mosques, pagodas and temples fulfill the spiritual needs of the population. The countryside surrounding the vast inland Lake Toba is among the most beautiful in Southeast Asia. At an altitude of nearly 3,000 feet, the lake has a cooler climate and pine covered mountain sides. The town of Prapat lies on the shores of the lake and ferries ply the waters to Samosir Island, one of Sumatra's most popular destinations.
Arrive: Tue 11 May 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Tue 11 May 2021 at 19:00
Arrive: Wed 12 May 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Wed 12 May 2021 at 12:00
Located off the southern tip of India, tropical Sri Lanka, formerly known as Ceylon, is a luxuriant Eden with some of the most exotic vegetation this part of the world has to offer. Rubber, coffee, pepper, tea, spices and coconut plantations cover the slopes of hills and mountains, while giant umbrella trees offer shade. One could easily think of Sri Lanka as a tropical island off-shoot of India, except that the majority of the people are Buddhist, not Hindu. The island's location at the center of the Indian Ocean trading routes and the opening of the route around the Cape of Good Hope by Vasco da Gama brought Sri Lanka in direct contact with Western Europe. The Portuguese were the first Europeans to recognize Colombo's potential as a trading port, but it was the Dutch who built a fort here and ruled for 150 years until the British conquest in 1795; full independence was granted in 1948. Changing the name from Ceylon to Sri Lanka in the 1970s caused considerable confusion.
Arrive: Thu 13 May 2021 at 11:00
Cochin (also known as Kochi) is the great, old Keralan spice city. It consists of mainland Ernakulam, the islands of Willingdon, Bolgatty and Gundu in the harbor, Fort Cochin and Mattancheri on the southern peninsula and Vypeen Island north of Cochin. Because of the area's dense tropical forests, extensive ridges and ravines, it has been sheltered from invaders and the rest of India. This encouraged Keralites to welcome maritime contact, and therefore influence from the outside world. Cochin still has a small community of descendants from Jewish settlers who fled Palestine centuries ago. When the Portuguese arrived here during the Middle Ages, they were surprised to find Christianity already established along this coast. Traders from far-off lands have been coming to Kerala since ancient times in search of spices, sandalwood and ivory. Such long contact with people from overseas has resulted in the blending of various cultures and has given Keralites a cosmopolitan outlook. The present-day State of Kerala was created in 1956 as a result of combining Travancore, Cochin and Malabar. The latter was at one time part of Madras State, while both Travancore and Cochin were princely states ruled by a rajah. Unlike some rajahs in other parts of India who exploited their people and squandered the proceeds on high living, the rajahs of both Travancore and Cochin made efforts to provide basic services and education for their subjects. This resulted in the post-independence state being one of the most progressive, literate and highly educated of all the states in India.
Depart: Fri 14 May 2021
Cochin (also known as Kochi) is the great, old Keralan spice city. It consists of mainland Ernakulam, the islands of Willingdon, Bolgatty and Gundu in the harbor, Fort Cochin and Mattancheri on the southern peninsula and Vypeen Island north of Cochin. Because of the area's dense tropical forests, extensive ridges and ravines, it has been sheltered from invaders and the rest of India. This encouraged Keralites to welcome maritime contact, and therefore influence from the outside world. Cochin still has a small community of descendants from Jewish settlers who fled Palestine centuries ago. When the Portuguese arrived here during the Middle Ages, they were surprised to find Christianity already established along this coast. Traders from far-off lands have been coming to Kerala since ancient times in search of spices, sandalwood and ivory. Such long contact with people from overseas has resulted in the blending of various cultures and has given Keralites a cosmopolitan outlook. The present-day State of Kerala was created in 1956 as a result of combining Travancore, Cochin and Malabar. The latter was at one time part of Madras State, while both Travancore and Cochin were princely states ruled by a rajah. Unlike some rajahs in other parts of India who exploited their people and squandered the proceeds on high living, the rajahs of both Travancore and Cochin made efforts to provide basic services and education for their subjects. This resulted in the post-independence state being one of the most progressive, literate and highly educated of all the states in India.
Arrive: Sun 16 May 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Sun 16 May 2021 at 14:00
The former Portuguese enclave of Goa is one of India's gems with attractions that include the magnificent Portuguese cathedrals of Old Goa, palm-fringed beaches and some of the best seafood in India. Over the centuries, Goa became well known as a great source for spices and an important link in the Arabian trade routes. While spices and silks, porcelains and pearls were passing in and out of Goa's harbors, its lands were being settled by Catholic priests. Among them was St. Francis Xavier, who left a lasting influence on this small, rich region.
Arrive: Wed 19 May 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 19 May 2021 at 22:00
Surrounded by striking mountains on one side and soft sandy shores along the coast, Muscat was already a thriving port in ancient times. As the capital of modern Oman with wide avenues and architecture that features both contemporary and traditional design, parts of the city still retain their medieval appearance, including two ancient Portuguese forts flanking the rocky cove around which the city is built. During the 14th and 15th centuries, Muscat was an important outpost for the powerful kings of Hormuz. In the 16th century, the Portuguese took possession of Muscat, but lost their dominance in the Gulf when the city came again under Omani rule in 1650. Since the mid-18th century, members of the Al-Busaidy dynasty have been the rulers of Oman. From the time of Sultan Qaboos Bin Said's accession to the throne in 1970, the Sultanate has gone from an underdeveloped country to a modern state with imposing government buildings, hospitals, new roads, a university and a sport complex. Muscat's picturesque old buildings still co-exist with modern commercial and residential quarters, giving the city an ambiance all its own. The seaside palace of His Majesty, Sultan Qaboos, offers a spectacular sight, as it stands between steep rocky hills. Greater Muscat covers a huge area divided into three sections: the old port area, the main trading and residential area, and the modern Central Banking District. Sumptuous villas and deluxe hotels are part of an ongoing building boom. Strong development in tourism has gained Oman a new role as an intriguing, fascinating and safe destination. Oman is full of treasures - from historic palaces and traditional buildings to captivating landscapes and gracious people. Its advent into modern age has managed beautifully to blend age-old mystique with a taste of the 21st century.
Arrive: Thu 20 May 2021 at 06:30 / Depart: Thu 20 May 2021
Arrive: Sat 22 May 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Sat 22 May 2021 at 11:30
Salalah is the capital of Dhofar Province, which is the southern region of the Sultanate of Oman. Green areas scattered across town give the city a tropical atmosphere and have earned it the name "Garden City." It is a laid-back place with a few resort hotels dotting the sandy seashore. The Dhofar region has been known for centuries for the production of frankincense. The narrow belt and the mountain range benefit from the southwest monsoon winds, which are an unusual feature for the Arabian Peninsula. The moisture-laden winds bring rain from the end of June to August. Heavy mists blanket the coast and mountains during these months, creating lush, green hillsides and cooler temperatures, the perfect environment for frankincense trees to grow. Behind the mountain range lies the hot desert, unaffected by the monsoon, and the domain of the hardy Bedouins and their camels. Along the coast lie miles of deserted beaches, bordered by a brilliant blue sea. Other attractions around the countryside include ancient forts, archaeological sites, fishing villages and the tombs of prophets. But it is mainly the rugged landscape and the beaches that appeal to visitors with a penchant for unspoiled destinations. Indeed, Salalah has to be appreciated as an off-the-beaten-track location and for the uniqueness that marks the Dhofar region.
Arrive: Thu 27 May 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 27 May 2021 at 23:59
The port city of Safaga is located on the western flank of the Red Sea, across from the shores of Saudi Arabia. The dusty streets are for the most part quiet, save for the occasional truck or bus. Diving enthusiasts come to the few resort hotels located north of Safaga to enjoy one of the world's best and relatively unspoiled locations for underwater exploration. Their number is steadily increasing. As a result, Safaga's facilities are gradually improving. For cruise vessels calling here, Safaga serves as the gateway to Luxor, which ranks among the most important destinations in Egypt, topping the list of must-see attractions. Guests who are not planning to take the excursion to Luxor will find very limited activities in Safaga itself, except for souvenir shopping at some tourist villages and diving and snorkeling tours at resort hotels. A half day trip to the resort of Hurghada is also an option.
Arrive: Mon 31 May 2021 at 05:30 / Depart: Mon 31 May 2021
Located only seven miles from the Turkish coast, Rhodes is one of Greece's favored vacation centers. In ancient times, the entrance to its harbor featured a celebrated landmark, the Colossus of Rhodes. The 105-foot statue rose from a 35-foot stone base and was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Rhodes was an important cultural center with a well-known School of Rhetoric attended by such historical figures as Cicero and Caesar. From a school for sculptors came the famous Laocoon group, which is now in the Vatican Museum. Rhodes' most famous attractions originated with the Knights of St. John, who occupied parts of the island from 1308 to 1522. As their legacy they left a medieval town, dominated by the Palace of the Grand Masters and the Knights' Hospital. The Old Town is encircled by one of the best-preserved walls in Europe. In addition to buildings that showcase the legacy of the Knights of St. John, there are plenty of shops and dining opportunities throughout the Old Town.
Arrive: Mon 31 May 2021 at 04:00 / Depart: Mon 31 May 2021 at 21:00
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Arrive: Wed 02 June 2021 at 07:30 / Depart: Wed 02 June 2021
The real treasures of Athens are found in its classical art and architecture, which date back to the very beginning of Western civilization. The highlight remains the Acropolis complex as it has been since the 5th century BC. In addition, there is the National Archaeological Museum, which contains one of the most exciting and complete collections of antiquities in the world.
Arrive: Thu 03 June 2021 at 06:30 / Depart: Thu 03 June 2021 at 23:00
Arrive: Fri 04 June 2021 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 04 June 2021 at 23:30
Today, ruins of many ancient temples and other monuments remain, along with various masterpieces of ancient art. Delphi is of great appeal for its historical significance as well as its physical beauty.
Arrive: Fri 04 June 2021 / Depart: Fri 04 June 2021 at 20:00
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Trapani, the most important town on the west coast of the island, lies below the headland of Mount Erice, with the Egadi Islands usually visible offshore. Its old district occupies a scimitar-shaped promontory between the open sea on the north and the salt marshes in the south. The ancient industry of extracting salt from the marshes has recently been revived and documented in a new museum In addition to the salt marshes, Trapani's other interesting environs include the beautiful little hilltown of Erice, the promontory of Capo San Vito stretching north beyond the splendid headland of Monte Cofano, and to the south the lovely island of Motya and the town of Marsala. The splendid classical site of Segesta can be reached easily from Trapani as well. The Egadi Islands can be reached by boat and hydrofoil from the port of Trapani.
Arrive: Thu 10 June 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Thu 10 June 2021
Situated on the southern coast of Sardinia, Cagliari has been the island's capital since Roman times and is still Sardinia's largest town. Resting atop a hill, the town rises from its port and is crowned by an old center squeezed within a protective ring of Pisan fortifications. Though the island is not known for its cultural riches, it holds some fascinating vestiges of the various civilizations that passed through. In addition to Roman and Carthaginian ruins, Genoese fortresses and a string of lovely Pisan churches, there are striking remnants of Sardinia's only significant native culture, known as the nuraghic civilization after the 7,000-odd stone constructions which litter the landscape. Visitors to Cagliari enjoy exploring the old quarter with its narrow lanes offering charm and sophistication. The main attractions here are the bastions, the museum and the cathedral. The intricate maze of the citadel has seen little alteration since the Middle Ages and has traditionally remained the seat of the administration, aristocracy and highest ecclesiastical offices. The cathedral features an ornate 17th century tomb of Martin II of Aragon and a couple of massive stone pulpits that were originally crafted to grace Pisa's cathedral, but were later presented to Cagliari. Anyone interested in Sardinia's past should not miss a visit to the National Archaeological Museum. The island's most important Phoenician, Carthaginian and Roman finds are gathered here plus some of the greatest pieces from Sardinia's nuraghic culture
Arrive: Fri 11 June 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Fri 11 June 2021 at 19:00
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Depart: Mon 14 June 2021 at 22:00
Arrive: Tue 15 June 2021 at 12:00 / Depart: Tue 15 June 2021 at 18:00
Located on the estuary of the Arade River, Portimao has made its living from fishing since pre-Romans times. Today a sprawling port and a major sardine-canning centre, the town is also a base for the construction industries generated by the tourist boom. Although summer is the busiest time of the year, the mild climate of the Algarve and many sunny winter days attract multinational tourists in all seasons, coming here to visit historical sites, playing golf, strolling along the river boulevard or exploring the many shopping opportunities. Stunning rock formations and warm seawaters make the beaches particularly alluring. The most beautiful on the entire coast is Praia da Rocha, the first one of several Algarve resort developments. Its wide expanse of sand is framed by jagged sea cliffs and the walls of an old fort that once protected the mouth of the Arade River. From Portimao, explorations can be made along the coast all the way to Cape St. Vincent, Europe's most westerly point, and inland to Lagos and Silves, once the residence and capital of the Moorish kings.
Arrive: Wed 16 June 2021 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 16 June 2021
Lisbon, the capital of Portugal, is a city open to the sea and carefully planned with 18th-century elegance. Its founder is said to be the legendary Ulysses, but the theory of an original Phoenician settlement is probably more realistic. Known in Portugal as Lisboa, the city was inhabited by the Romans, Visigoths and, beginning in the 8th century, the Moors. Much of the 16th century was a period of great prosperity and overseas expansion for Portugal. Tragedy struck on All Saints' Day in 1755 with a devastating earthquake that killed about 40,000 people. The destruction of Lisbon shocked the continent. As a result, the Baixa (lower city) emerged in a single phase of building, carried out in less than a decade by the royal minister, the Marques de Pombal. His carefully planned layout of a perfect neo-classical grid survived to this day and remains the heart of the city. Evidence of pre-quake Lisbon can still be seen in the Belém suburb and the old Moorish section of the Alfama that sprawls below the Castle of St. George. Lisbon is a compact city on the banks of the Tagus River. Visitors find it easy to get around as many places of interest are in the vicinity of the central downtown area. There is a convenient bus and tram system and taxis are plentiful. Rossio Square, the heart of Lisbon since medieval times, is an ideal place to start exploring. After a fire destroyed parts of the historic neighborhood behind Rossio in 1988, many of the restored buildings emerged with modern interiors behind the original façades. The city boasts a good many monuments and museums, such as the Jeronimos Monastery, Tower of Belém, the Royal Coach Museum and the Gulbenkian Museum. High above the Baixa is the Bairro Alto (upper city) with its teeming nightlife. The easiest way to connect between the two areas is via the public elevator designed by Gustave Eiffel. Cruising up the Tagus River to the ship's berth, you can already spot three of Lisbon's famous landmarks: the Monument to the Discoveries, the Tower of Belém and the Statue of Christ, which welcomes visitors from its hilltop location high above Europe's longest suspension bridge.
Arrive: Thu 17 June 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Thu 17 June 2021 at 16:00
Lively, commercial Oporto is the second largest city in Portugal after Lisbon. Also called Porto for short, the word easily brings to mind the city's most famous product - port wine. Oporto’s strategic location on the north bank of the Douro River has accounted for the town’s importance since ancient times. The Romans built a fort here where their trading route crossed the Douro, and the Moors brought their own culture to the area. Oporto profited from provisioning crusaders en route to the Holy Land and enjoyed the riches from Portuguese maritime discoveries during the 15th and 16th centuries.
Arrive: Fri 18 June 2021 at 08:30 / Depart: Fri 18 June 2021 at 19:00
La Coruña, the largest city in Spain's Galicia region, is among the country's busiest ports. The remote Galicia area is tucked into the northwest corner of the Iberian Peninsula, surprising visitors with its green and misty countryside that is so much unlike other parts of Spain. The name "Galicia" is Celtic in origin, for it was the Celts who occupied the region around the 6th century BC and erected fortifications. La Coruña was already considered an important port under the Romans. They were followed by an invasion of Suevians, Visigoths and, much later in 730, the Moors. It was after Galicia was incorporated into the Kingdom of Asturias that the epic saga of the Pilgrimage to Santiago (St. James) began. From the 15th century, overseas trade developed rapidly; in 1720, La Coruña was granted the privilege of trading with America - a right previously only held by Cadiz and Seville. This was the great era when adventurous men voyaged to the colonies and returned with vast riches. Today, the city's significant expansion is evident in three distinct quarters: the town center located along the isthmus; the business and commercial center with wide avenues and shopping streets; and the "Ensanche" to the south, occupied by warehouses and factories. Many of the buildings in the old section feature the characteristic glazed façades that have earned La Coruña the name "City of Crystals." Plaza Maria Pita, the beautiful main square, is named after the local heroine who saved the town in 1589 when she seized the English standard from the beacon and gave the alarm, warning her fellow townsmen of the English attack.
Arrive: Sun 20 June 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 20 June 2021 at 18:00
Arrive: Mon 21 June 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Mon 21 June 2021 at 19:45
The picturesque seaside town of Honfleur is situated at the Seine estuary, opposite Le Havre. Honfleur boasts a long, rich history and seafaring tradition. Back in the 15th and 16th centuries, it was from here that the first voyages left for Canada and the New World. The whole town is virtually an outdoor museum, full of half-timbered houses and cobbled streets. One of Honfleur's most characteristic sites is the Old Port with its tall narrow houses, their wooden façades topped by slate roofs. In the 19th century, Honfleur attracted a steady stream of artists, among them many Impressionists who took their inspiration from the town's picturesque setting. Honfleur's native son, Eugène Boudin, an early Impressionist painter, has a museum named in his honor. With its unique attributes, Honfleur today is one of the most popular vacation spots in northern France. The town is centered on the Old Port, which still emits a seafaring atmosphere. Ste-Catherine's Church and its freestanding bell tower dominate the harbor's northern corner. The church was built from wood during the second half of the 15th and the early 16th centuries after its stone predecessor was destroyed in the Hundred Years' War. The vaulted roof that looks like an overturned ship's hull emphasizes the fact that the structure was created by local shipwrights. The town's narrow, cobbled streets have to be explored on foot. Museums, shops, cafés and restaurants add to the attractions in this outdoor museum setting. Taking the complimentary shuttle bus to town, you are free to sightsee in Honfleur at your own leisure.
Arrive: Wed 23 June 2021
London is undoubtedly one of the world's greatest cities. With a population of nearly eight million, it is by far the largest city in Europe, spreading over an area of more than 620 square miles. In addition to numerous monuments from its past as a world empire, London is equally known for its pageantry and tradition. Though the city was heavily damaged during the Blitz of World War II, a surprising number of monuments were miraculously spared from destruction. Soon after the end of the war, England's capital began to prosper as never before. London has something for everyone - wide boulevards buzzing with excitement far into the night, quiet squares and explorable alleyways. Large expanses of greenery, such as Hyde Park, Green Park and St. James Park, are all within a few minutes' walk of the West End shops.The museums and galleries are as varied and rich as you will find anywhere. Monuments run the gamut from Roman ruins to sumptuous castles and opulent public buildings, representing the architecture of the triumphal British Empire. Many of these buildings were constructed in the 18th century and during the reign of Queen Victoria to reflect the city's status as the financial and administrative hub of a great empire. Today, London wears its 2,000 years of history with dignity. Alongside modern skyscrapers are remnants of the city's Roman wall. Norman London is evident in one of London's best-known landmarks, the Tower of London, whose origins date back to William the Conqueror.The city's oldest pub, a few medieval churches and the timbered Elizabethan façade of Staple Inn recall London before the Great Fire of 1666. Stately Georgian squares from the 18th century are preserved in the fashionable West End.
Depart: Thu 24 June 2021
London is undoubtedly one of the world's greatest cities. With a population of nearly eight million, it is by far the largest city in Europe, spreading over an area of more than 620 square miles. In addition to numerous monuments from its past as a world empire, London is equally known for its pageantry and tradition. Though the city was heavily damaged during the Blitz of World War II, a surprising number of monuments were miraculously spared from destruction. Soon after the end of the war, England's capital began to prosper as never before. London has something for everyone - wide boulevards buzzing with excitement far into the night, quiet squares and explorable alleyways. Large expanses of greenery, such as Hyde Park, Green Park and St. James Park, are all within a few minutes' walk of the West End shops.The museums and galleries are as varied and rich as you will find anywhere. Monuments run the gamut from Roman ruins to sumptuous castles and opulent public buildings, representing the architecture of the triumphal British Empire. Many of these buildings were constructed in the 18th century and during the reign of Queen Victoria to reflect the city's status as the financial and administrative hub of a great empire. Today, London wears its 2,000 years of history with dignity. Alongside modern skyscrapers are remnants of the city's Roman wall. Norman London is evident in one of London's best-known landmarks, the Tower of London, whose origins date back to William the Conqueror.The city's oldest pub, a few medieval churches and the timbered Elizabethan façade of Staple Inn recall London before the Great Fire of 1666. Stately Georgian squares from the 18th century are preserved in the fashionable West End.
Arrive: Fri 25 June 2021 at 13:30
Twenty-five square mile (40 sq km) Guernsey is the second largest of the Channel Islands, which lie in the English Channel west of the Cherbourg peninsula. Along with its sister island of Jersey, Guernsey has been a part of Britain since 1066, though retaining a culture entirely of its own.
Depart: Fri 25 June 2021 at 19:00
Twenty-five square mile (40 sq km) Guernsey is the second largest of the Channel Islands, which lie in the English Channel west of the Cherbourg peninsula. Along with its sister island of Jersey, Guernsey has been a part of Britain since 1066, though retaining a culture entirely of its own.
Arrive: Sat 26 June 2021 at 09:30 / Depart: Sat 26 June 2021 at 16:00
Arrive: Sun 27 June 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Sun 27 June 2021 at 12:30
Arrive: Mon 28 June 2021 at 12:30 / Depart: Mon 28 June 2021 at 20:00
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Arrive: Tue 29 June 2021 at 05:30 / Depart: Tue 29 June 2021 at 17:00
Arrive: Wed 30 June 2021 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 30 June 2021 at 16:00
Arrive: Fri 02 July 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Fri 02 July 2021 at 13:00
Arrive: Sat 03 July 2021 at 07:30 / Depart: Sat 03 July 2021
The fire, frost and water symbolized by the red, white and blue of Iceland's flag are manifested by the ice and snow of its glaciers, the hot mud pools, geysers and glowing lava flows in the country's volcanic regions. The island's settlement dates back to 874 when a Norwegian named Ingolf Arnarson arrived at present-day Reykjavik. In 930, the settlers formed a legislature, the Alting, which was the beginning of the Commonwealth of Iceland. From the 10th to the 14th centuries, Iceland developed a literary form, the Icelandic Saga, which spread throughout the Nordic culture and into the English and German languages. It was used to spin stories of the gods, record historic events and glorify heroes. As Iceland's capital and main center of the country's population, the city of Reykjavik is a fascinating blend of the traditional and modernism. Just as Iceland is a unique country – rugged and remote, yet technically advanced and enjoying Nordic standards of affluence – Reykjavik is a highly unusual capital city. It dominates the life of Iceland in almost every way. More than half of the country's total population of 270,000 is living in and around the capital, and the economy of the entire nation depends on Reykjavik. Nearly 60 percent of Iceland's imports are received and distributed, and 40 percent of the country's exports are loaded for shipment via the port of Reykjavik. It is also the headquarters of what is probably the world's most advanced seafood industry, which counts for Iceland's number one export.
Arrive: Sun 04 July 2021 at 05:30 / Depart: Sun 04 July 2021 at 10:30
Arrive: Mon 05 July 2021 at 06:30 / Depart: Mon 05 July 2021 at 11:00
Arrive: Tue 06 July 2021 at 07:00 / Depart: Tue 06 July 2021 at 23:00
Akureyri is the largest city in Northern Iceland with 16,000 inhabitants. Its location is at the southern end of the 30-mile-long Eyjafjordur, some 60 miles south of the Arctic Circle. A long valley extends southwards from the fjord. This is one of the most fertile agricultural areas of Iceland with many large farms. High mountains on each side of the fjord and valley offer protection from harsh winds. Akureyri became a trading center around 1600. It received a municipal charter in 1862; the population started to grow from that time. The center of town is compact enough to be explored on foot. Here you will find shops, restaurants and even an Internet Café. The main church in Akureyri stands on the hill above the city center. A climb of 112 steps is required to reach the church. The interior is well worth a visit. It features a boat hanging from the ceiling to remind worshippers of their loved ones out at sea. Also of note is a window that was originally in the Coventry Cathedral in England. In the beautiful Botanical Garden you will find plants from as far away as New Zealand, Chile, Tanzania and California, as well as every species native to Iceland. The gardens first opened in 1912. Despite being only 60 miles from the Arctic Circle, Akureyri enjoys some of the warmest weather in the country, with temperatures often reaching the low 70s in summer.
Arrive: Thu 08 July 2021 at 06:00 / Depart: Thu 08 July 2021 at 23:00
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Arrive: Fri 16 July 2021 at 09:00 / Depart: Fri 16 July 2021
Tromsø is a city and municipality in the county of Troms, Norway. The area has been inhabited since the end of the ice age, and the Sámi culture is the first known culture of the region. Norwegian culture had reached the area around 800 CE, when sources tell of Ohthere's Viking settlement somewhere south of today's Tromsø. The first church on the island of Tromsøya was erected in the 13th century, and the area one of Denmark-Norway's very northernmost territories not contested by Russia. During the 1600s, Denmark-Norway solidified its claim to the northern coast of Scandinavia and during this period a redoubt, Skansen, was built. Tromsø was issued its city charter in 1794 by King Christian VII. The city was established as a municipality January 1.
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