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AUSTRALIA | NEW ZEALAND

SOUTHEAST ASIA | JAPAN

CHINA | INDONESIA

NORWEGIAN FJORDS

SCANDINAVIA | THE BALTICS

BRITISH ISLES & IRELAND

WESTERN EUROPE | GREEK ISLES

FRENCH & ITALIAN RIVIERAS

HOLY LAND | THE ADRIATIC

BLACK SEA | WEST INDIES

CENTRAL AMERICA

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HandpickedVoyage Portfolio

2015 & 2016

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Sail the road less travelled

204 ports, 70 countries, 5 continents - and counting. Our smaller, contemporary style ships certainly cover the oceans, so we’ve come up with some fantastic ideas for your next holiday. Imagine the vineyards of Bordeaux, the vibrant coral of the Great Barrier Reef, an evening gondola serenade in Venice, or looking for Komodo dragons in Indonesia. Join a variety of exciting adventures.

WELCOME ONBOARDFor a stylish, upmarket boutique hotel experience, you could always go to a hotel. But it’s much more fun when the boutique hotel is called Azamara Club Cruises. Because now, in addition to luxurious accommodation, you’ll have a fascinating new destination to look forward to – every day.

TRUE DESTINATION IMMERSION® Once you’ve selected your voyage, our unique range of authentic shore-side experiences will give you a real taste of local culture. And as all our itineraries feature late or overnight stays, there’s more time to enjoy Azamara’s bespoke evening experiences or a night out.

SMALLER BOUTIQUE SHIPS Specifically designed to be smaller than most cruise ships, our two intimate 344 stateroom ships are able to anchor in secluded and exclusive ports, often docking in prime spots within walking distance of town. Onboard, the ambiance is club-like and friendly.


The gold standard for onboard living

MORE INCLUSIVE VALUEYour complimentary benefits include:

• One exclusive, bespoke AzAmazing Evening℠ (on most voyages)

• Select spirits, international beers, cocktails & wines

• Select bottled water, soft drinks, speciality coffees & teas

• Gratuities• English butler service for

suite guests• Shuttle service to and from

port, where available• Self-service laundry• Concierge services for

personal guidance & reservations

WELCOME TO THE CLUBYou’ll enjoy all the luxuries of a fine hotel on our two boutique ships. But it’s our officers, staff and crew that really set us apart. Genuinely friendly, attentive and committed to making you feel part of our club.

After gourmet flavours? Then savour five distinctive dining experiences, including two acclaimed speciality restaurants (complimentary for suite guests). And if you’re back late from a day ashore, there’s 24-hour room service.

Evenings onboard are filled with appealing choices in a stylish array of gathering spots, cafés and bars. Gifted musicians are

never far away, and when we stay late in port, we often invite local performers onboard.

Our world-class spa, modern fitness centre, vibrant casino, and spacious on-deck areas all share one thing in common. They’re great places to relax, play and have fun, and you can try something different every day.

Your accommodation is best described as a private beach retreat. Relax with plush cotton robes and slippers, French bath products, fresh flowers, fine linens and much more. Need anything? Your stateroom attendant or English-trained butler is never more than a call away.


Destination Immersion.®Get closer to local life.

Every Azamara voyage combines sophisticated sailing with authentic cultural experiences that deepen your appreciation of our amazing world. Each year we journey to the world’s far corners, calling on fascinating ports in the Mediterranean, Northern and Western Europe, Asia, South America, West Indies and North America.

But most importantly, we’ve always believed there’s a big difference between just visiting a destination and getting to truly appreciate it. That’s why nearly half of our port stops feature overnight or late stays, giving you plenty of time to explore and then enjoy the local nightlife to the full. What’s more, in each destination we’ll take you far beyond the ordinary with optional tours that fire your imagination and leave a lasting imprint.

complimentaryAZAMAZING EVENINGSExclusive, bespoke and authentic, these entertaining evenings share rich traditions like opera, musical theatre, indigenous dance, local cuisine and more. Best of all, one is included with our compliments on most voyages.

Evenings include: • Beatle-Mania at Liverpool Cathedral • Swan Lake Ballet • Three Tenors Sing Italian Opera Favourites • Discovering Bangkok’s Ancient City


Discover the path seen by few

AUSTRALIA | NEW ZEALAND | SOUTHEAST ASIA | JAPAN | CHINA | INDONESIA NORWEGIAN FJORDS | SCANDINAVIA | THE BALTICS | BRITISH ISLES & IRELAND | WESTERN EUROPE | GREEK ISLES | FRENCH & ITALIAN RIVIERAS | HOLY LAND | THE ADRIATICBLACK SEA | WEST INDIES | CENTRAL AMERICA

LAND DISCOVERIES®Our Land Discoveries shore excursions programme offers you the best local experiences ranging from jungle adventures to tours of ancient cities and premier vineyards, or even a table at a carefully chosen restaurant. You’ll also receive priority departure in port. While our unrivalled knowledge of each destination enables us to provide bespoke tours.

Tours include:• Berlin Behind Private Doors • 4x4 Jungle Eco Safari• Taj Mahal Overland

INSIDER ACCESSSM

Nothing beats a first hand look behind the scenes when it comes to truly appreciating a destination. Our new small group Insider Access tours allow you to experience authentic local culture on visits to private villas, ancestral farms, historic estates and other exclusive venues, where your hosts will share their personal stories, history and traditions.

Tours include:• Creative Lithography• Savvas Ceramic Workshop• Villa Esedre Olive Oil Tasting

NIGHTS & COOL PLACESSM

Many things are best experienced after nightfall, so why not cap off your daytime explorations with one of our thoughtfully curated Nights & Cool Places after-dinner tours. It could be a guided walk around illuminated landmarks, a live music performance, or an after-hours museum visit. After all, great days deserve magical nights.

Tours include:• Painting & Sculpture at

AK Arts Foundation • Night cruise with Loi

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BangkokThailand


French Riviera, Italy & Adriatic

NICE

VENICEMONTE-CARLO

LIVORNO

CIVITAVECCHIA

SORRENTO

KOTOR

DUBROVNIK

GIARDINI NAXOSSicily

Italy

Monaco

France

Montenegro

Croatia

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Join boutique-style Azamara Journey® in Nice and soak up the scenic and cultural treasures of the French Riviera, Italy and Adriatic Sea on a relaxing voyage to Venice that features nine late or overnight stays.

Call 0844 493 2049 Visit AzamaraClubCruises.co.uk Contact your travel agent

IMMERSE YOURSELF: To start, sample Monte Carlo’s high life, the art riches of Florence and Pisa, followed by a day browsing Rome’s grand piazzas. From Sorrento, explore the Amalfi Coast’s dramatic cliff-side towns, visit Pompeii or Capri, or stroll along a lover’s path high above the sea. Sicily’s Taormina boasts an ancient Greek theatre, tempting antique shops and stunning maritime views. Sail on to the Adriatic, passing secluded wooded isles set amid clear blue waters, bound for the medieval fortress ports of Kotor and Dubrovnik. In both, the ramparts light up by night inviting you back to enjoy the local restaurants and bars. And for your last night, we dock in a great spot in Venice, so you can simply walk ashore for dinner or a night out on the town.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM Traditions of Old Naples, Sorrento: Naples’ colourful Festival of Piedigrotta has given rise to a songwriting contest that’s produced worldwide hits. Tonight you’re our guest at the Agrumeto Gardens to witness this vibrant celebration first hand. Watch as singers, actors, musicians and an acrobatic pizza maker bring old Naples to life. Then join in the fun with a game of three cards, or sit for a caricature portrait.

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MONACO, ITALY & ADRIATIC FAVOURITES VOYAGE


INSIDER ACCESSSM

Traditional Kotor Culinary Experience, KotorA UNESCO World Heritage site, Kotor’s medieval old town is among the best preserved in the Adriatic. The tour starts with a visit to a local market to buy fresh produce, then it’s time to meet the accomplished Montenegrin food author Vlasta Mandic in her own home. After welcoming you with a glass of homemade brandy, she’ll demonstrate the preparation of gnocchi with meat sauce seasoned with savoury spices. Later, enjoy this delicious traditional dish while Vlasta tells you more about her recipes.


Evening Gondola Serenade, VeniceEmbark on this quintessentially Venetian experience when the city known as the Queen of the Adriatic is bathed in the soft shades of twilight, and its lights begin to twinkle. With just four people per gondola, sit back and enjoy the romantic evening views of the bridges and elegant palazzos while gliding serenely along the canals. Later, a private motor launch offers a different take on the city skyline as you return from the landing area near Piazza St. Mark to Azamara Journey.

26 May - 5 Jun 2015 | 10 Nights | Azamara Journey®

arrive depart

Tue 26-May Fly UK/Nice, France

Transfer to ship

Nice, France Sail at 5:00 pm

Tue 26-May Monte-Carlo, Monaco 8:30 pm

Wed 27-May Monte-Carlo, Monaco 9:30 pm

Thu 28-May Livorno (Florence & Pisa), 7:30 am 8:30 pm Italy

Fri 29-May Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy 7:30 am 8:00 pm

Sat 30-May Sorrento, Italy 8:00 am 10:00 pm

Sun 31-May Giardini Naxos (Taormina), 12:30 pm 8:00 pm Sicily, Italy

Mon 1-Jun Kotor, Montenegro 9:00 pm

Tue 2-Jun Kotor, Montenegro 2:00 pm

Tue 2-Jun Dubrovnik, Croatia 7:30 pm

Wed 3-Jun Dubrovnik, Croatia 3:00 pm

Thu 4-Jun Venice, Italy 12:00 pm

Fri 5-Jun Venice, Italy Disembark am

Transfer to airport for return flight to UK

LATE NIGHT STAY (8:00 PM OR LATER) OVERNIGHT STAY ✪ AZAMAZING EVENING

Sample Land Discoveries include:• Lucca & Wine Tasting, Livorno• Elite Rome: Vatican Museum,

Spanish Steps & Colosseum, Rome• Explorations of Pompeii, Sorrento• Panoramic Sicily, Taormina• Boka Bay Cycling Tour, Kotor • Audio Guide Tour Discovery Walk,

Dubrovnik • Murano Glassworks & Burano Lace,

Venice

For more information on these enticing adventures, please visit: AzamaraClubCruises.co.uk/LandDiscoveries

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Nice, France

DubrovnikCroatia

Istanbul to the Adriatic

ISTANBUL

KOTOR

KORCULAHVAR

ZADAR

SANTORINIGYTHEION

VENICE

Italy

Montenegro

Croatia

Turkey

Greece

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This idyllic summertime itinerary starting and ending in attraction-packed Istanbul offers you the chance to explore scenic isles and secluded ports in five countries, plus some well-spaced days at sea to enjoy as you wish.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: A spa-day at sea brings you to picturesque Gytheion with its waterfront tavernas and winding lanes, and the chance to visit the ancient city-state of Sparta. Sail on to Kotor via a beautiful fjord where we stay late so you can visit the fortified old town, then enjoy an evening out. Next, take your time to explore friendly old Korcula cradled in its spectacular setting, followed by a full day and evening sampling the unrivalled delights of Venice. Zadar boasts no less than three centuries of distinctive architecture, not forgetting the pristine Krka National Park nearby. A lasting memory of your holiday will be the experience of sailing Croatia’s incredibly scenic Inside Passage - off-limits to bigger ships, while in Hvar you’ll find a fine old town, lavender-scented landscapes and beautiful beaches. Round off your adventure with a late stay on Santorini, savouring the sunset views from Oia town.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM Venetia Antiqua Ensemble at Teatro La Fenice, Venice: Tonight, you’ll be seated in the upper tier box seats at the lovingly restored Teatro La Fenice for an evening of first-class entertainment by the renowned Venetia Antiqua Ensemble. This group of international performers and its star soprano are dedicated to preserving Baroque musical traditions harking back to the 1700s when the Venetian upper class flocked to its doors.

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SantoriniGreece

KotorMontenegro

Venice Italy

ISLES OF CROATIA VOYAGE


LAND DISCOVERIES®Highlights of Asmara, IstanbulOne of the most beautiful seaports on the Black Sea coast, Asmara was founded in the 6th century B.C. by the Miletians and called Sesamos by the ancients. Its historic citadel was built on a rocky promontory by the Romans, and the castle walls you’ll explore today date back to the Byzantine period, with later additions and fortified gates being contributed by the Genoese. A highlight of your tour is a visit to the Archaeological Museum containing artefacts spanning Asmara’s entire history.

LAND DISCOVERIES®Doge’s Palace, St. Mark’s Cathedral & Glasswork, VeniceYour guided tour starts at the Doge’s Palace, where you’ll climb the Golden Staircase to the Great Council Chamber before crossing the Bridge of Sighs to the notorious prison. Proceed on through St. Mark’s Square, pausing at the historic Clock Tower and 300 feet Campanile, before entering the iconic basilica itself with its ornate blue and gold mosaic decorations. Top it all off with a visit to a Venetian glass showroom where you’ll see artisans at work.

22 Jun - 5 Jul 2015 | 13 Nights | Azamara Journey®

arrive depart

Mon 22-Jun Fly UK/Istanbul, Turkey

Transfer to hotel (overnight stay)

Tue 23-Jun Transfer to ship

Istanbul, Turkey Sail at 7:00 pm

Wed 24-Jun At Sea | Spa Day

Thu 25-Jun Gytheion, Greece 8:00 am 7:00 pm

Fri 26-Jun At Sea | Spa Day

Sat 27-Jun Kotor, Montenegro 8:00 am 9:00 pm

Sun 28-Jun Korcula, Croatia 8:00 am 2:30 pm

Mon 29-Jun Venice, Italy 9:00 am 10:30 pm

Tue 30-Jun Zadar, Croatia 10:00 am 6:00 pm

Tue 30-Jun Croatia Inside Passage 6:00 pm 8:45 pm

Wed 1-Jul Hvar, Croatia 8:00 am 7:00 pm

Thu 2-Jul At Sea | Spa Day

Fri 3-Jul Santorini, Greece 1:00 pm 10:00 pm

Sat 4-Jul At Sea | Spa Day

Sun 5-Jul Istanbul, Turkey 6:00 am


LATE NIGHT STAY (8:00 PM OR LATER) ✪ AZAMAZING EVENING

Other Land Discoveries include:• Medieval Kotor Walking Tour,

Kotor• Taste of Korcula, Korcula• Murano Glassworks, San Giorgio

& Gondola, Venice• Hiking in Paklennica National Park,

Zadar• Hvar Off Road Adventure, Hvar • Akrotiri Excavations, Santorini


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Bosphorus to the Acropolis

MYKONOS

SANTORINI

RHODES

KOS

KEPEZ

Turkey

Greece

Black Sea

ISTANBUL

PIRAEUS KUSADASI

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Ancient treasures and modern pleasures share the stage on this week-long voyage from Istanbul to Athens. Sail azure seas among sun-kissed islands dotted with whitewashed villages, enjoying fascinating adventures as you go.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: Arrive early in Istanbul to give yourself time to savour this truly amazing city. Depart for Kepez to explore ancient Troy, the WWI battleground of Gallipoli, or Assos where Aristotle lived and taught. Next, you’ll have all day to discover the ruins of ancient Ephesus or nearby Priene, Miletus and Didyma. A late stay lets you enjoy the pristine beaches or small town tavernas found on the fertile isle of Kos, and in Rhodes you’ll walk to the medieval old town from your ship, or get lost (in the best possible way) on the winding streets of old Lindos. As you might expect, stunning views and sunsets are hallmarks of Santorini, while from Mykonos you can visit the archaeological treasures of Delos, followed by lunch at a seaside tavern – not forgetting the lively nightlife for which Mykonos is justly famous.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM Ephesus —Back to Roman Times, Kusadasi: As dusk turns to night, tranquility settles over the great archaeological treasures of Ephesus. Your evening’s venue is the Odeon, the Roman theatre once used for entertainment and meetings of the Senate. Here you’ll enjoy a private performance by a 12-piece string orchestra playing the music of Bach, Vivaldi, Mozart, Brahms and others. (Note: does not include tour of Ephesus).

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SULTAN’S PALACE TO THE ACROPOLIS VOYAGE


INSIDER ACCESSSM

Taste of Turkish Country Life, KusadasiTravel through the verdant countryside surrounding Kusadasi to the home and culinary workshop of a local family, a treasure trove of Turkish antiques and cultural artifacts. As you relax on an open-air terrace overlooking bountiful gardens, your hosts will serve you fresh lemonade while sharing the locality’s history and traditions. Later, join the family in the preparation of local Turkish delicacies using the freshest produce, some of which comes from their garden.


Painting & Sculpture at AK Arts Foundation, SantoriniDiscover Santorini’s true artistic soul on an evening visit to the renowned AK Art Foundation. Here you’ll see the sought-after acrylic paintings of island native Christophoros Asimis, plus the unique works of sculptor and jeweller Eleni Kalaitou. On the return journey to your ship, there’s time to pause in the stunning town of Fira to wander through its whitewashed alleys and do some independent shopping, finishing with a dramatic cable car ride down the caldera.

4 - 12 Jul 2015 | 8 Nights | Azamara Journey®

arrive depart

Sat 4-Jul Fly UK/Istanbul, Turkey


Sun 5-Jul Transfer to ship


Mon 6-Jul Kepez (Troy/Gallipoli), 7:00 am 2:00 pm Turkey

Tue 7-Jul Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey 8:00 am 11:59 pm

Wed 8-Jul Kos, Greece 9:00 am 11:00 pm

Thu 9-Jul Rhodes (Lindos), Greece 8:00 am 6:00 pm

Fri 10-Jul Santorini, Greece 7:30 am 10:00 pm

Sat 11-Jul Mykonos, Greece 7:30 am 10:00 pm

Sun 12-Jul Piraeus (Athens), Greece 6:00 am



Sample Land Discoveries include:• The Battlefields of Gallipoli, Kepez• Highlights of Ephesus, Kusadasi• Journey to Lindos, Kos• Village of Oia & Winery Visit,

Santorini• Scenic Island Drive with Ano Mera

Monastery, Mykonos• Athens Sightseeing & Acropolis,

Athens


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Greek Isles & Turkey

MYKONOS

RHODESCHANIA

KAS ALANYA

PAPHOS

Turkey

Crete

Cyprus

Greece

Black SeaISTANBUL

PIRAEUS

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This mid-summer Mediterranean voyage is a brilliant way to capture many of the best scenic and archaeological wonders of Greece, Cyprus and Turkey. We also stay longer in every port so you can enjoy them to the fullest.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: Board your ship in Athens bound for Chania in Crete, where you can hike the stunning Samaria Gorge or spend a day browsing the Venetian harbour. Sail on to Cyprus to walk in St. Paul’s footsteps at Paphos, a UNESCO World Heritage Site boasting some of the world’s oldest mosaics. In the Turkish resort of Alanya we dock near inviting shops and restaurants, but you can also choose to visit the ancient Greek city of Side. Kas on the Turquoise Coast offers access to three amazing sites: ancient Patara, the rock tombs and amphitheatre of Myra, and the sunken city of Kekova. In Rhodes, stroll to the medieval old town of the Knights of St. John, or explore the narrow alleys of Lindos. And from Mykonos, visit the archaeological treasures of Delos, then return to enjoy Chora town’s nightlife. A leisurely day cruising the scenic Dardanelles brings your voyage to a dramatic close in Istanbul.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM A Musical Performance of Ancient Tales, Paphos: Join us tonight at Paphos Castle, a distinctive harbour landmark originally built by the Byzantines. You’ll be entertained by the musical tale of Kinyras, grandson of Aphrodite, founder of Paphos, King of Cyprus and inventor of musical instruments. Alas, Kinyras unwisely got into a competition with Apollo to determine who was the better lyre player.

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KosGreece

TURQUOISE COAST VOYAGE


LAND DISCOVERIES®UNESCO World Heritage Site, PaphosBegin your Paphos adventure with a visit to the 2nd century B.C. House of Dionysus to admire mosaics depicting scenes from Greek Mythology - among the finest in the Med. Next up are the mysterious Tombs of the Kings carved out of solid rock and dating from the 4th century B.C. Continue to the village of Yeroskipou to visit the Byzantine church of Ayia Paraskevi topped by five domes forming a cross, and adorned with beautiful murals. The village is also celebrated for its Turkish delight.

LAND DISCOVERIES®Ancient Perge, Aspendos & Kursunlu Waterfalls, AlanyaYour day starts with a visit to Aspendos’ famed Greco-Roman theatre, which once held up to 15,000 people. Continue to Perge, where must-sees include one of the best preserved stadiums of ancient times - a huge edifice with two towers and a horseshoe-shaped court. After lunching on Turkish specialities in a 5-star hotel, it’s off to the Kursunlu waterfalls in the midst of a serene pine forest, followed by a shopping opportunity in one of the region’s biggest carpet and handicraft centres.

11 - 21 Jul 2015 | 10 Nights | Azamara Journey®

arrive depart

Sat 11-Jul Fly UK/Athens, Greece


Sun 12-Jul Transfer to ship

Piraeus (Athens), Greece Sail at 6:00 pm

Mon 13-Jul Chania, Crete, Greece 7:00 am 10:30 pm

Tue 14-Jul At Sea | Spa Day

Wed 15-Jul Paphos, Cyprus 8:00 am 10:00 pm

Thu 16-Jul Alanya, Turkey 8:00 am 9:00 pm

Fri 17-Jul Kas (Turquoise Coast), 8:00 am 9:00 pm Turkey

Sat 18-Jul Rhodes (Lindos), Greece 8:00 am 8:00 pm

Sun 19-Jul Mykonos, Greece 8:00 am 11:59 pm

Mon 20-Jul At Sea | Spa Day

Tue 21-Jul Istanbul, Turkey 6:00 am



Other Land Discoveries include:• Taste of Crete, Chania• Nicosia - A Divided Capital, Paphos• Enjoy Manvgat River by Boat, Alanya• Sea Canoe Adventure, Kas • Historic Rhodes Walking Tour,

Rhodes• Ancient Delos, Mykonos• Byzantium Side of Istanbul,

Istanbul


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Black Sea & Istanbul

ISTANBUL

MYKONOS

FISKARDO

VALLETTA SOUDA

GIARDININAXOS

GYTHEION

Italy

Greece

TurkeySicily

Malta

Crete

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Framed at each end by dramatic Istanbul, relax on a convenient round-trip voyage that offers an exciting mix of islands and friendly small ports, plus four late stays so you can make the most of the long summer evenings and nightlife.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: A leisurely first day spent at sea brings you to charming Gytheion, where crooked streets embody a Greece of bygone days. It’s also an ideal base for a visit to ancient Sparta. In Valletta we’ll dock at the foot of the splendid Renaissance old town, while Taormina boasts a historic Greek theatre, a host of antique shops and wonderful sea views. You’ll love the picturesque fishing village of Fiskardo with its excellent seafood restaurants, scenic surrounds and beaches. Next is a late stay in Souda, with the option to visit Chania’s renowned Venetian waterfront district packed with markets, shops and restaurants. We’ll sail on to Mykonos, where you can explore the archaeological treasures of Delos, then return for lunch at a seaside taverna and great shopping in Chora town.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM A Medieval Malta—A Knight on the Town, Valletta: The Knights Hospitaller defended Malta against the Ottomans, so changing history’s course. Tonight, you’ll watch the Grand Master’s court arrive to a regal welcome from flag bearers, flame-throwers and jugglers. Then relive the Knight’s life being entertained by belly dancers, strolling musicians and local artists in a festive 16th century landmark setting.

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ISLES OF GREECE VOYAGE


LAND DISCOVERIES®Discovering Diros Cave, GytheionRanked among the world’s three most beautiful lake caves, the Glyfada Cave comprises a flowing subterranean river almost 3 miles in length, with yet more waterways still to be fully explored. Your tour covers nearly a mile, passing through large lakes and galleries in steady rowboats carrying up to 10 guests. As you glide quietly along, the specially designed lighting creates a colourful and unique spectacle of the fine stalactites, stalagmites and dazzling white columns rising theatrically from the water.

LAND DISCOVERIES®Knossos Palace & Heraklion Town, ChaniaAfter tendering ashore, board your coach bound for the fascinating archaeological site of Knossos, capital of the Bronze Age Minoan Kingdom. Its religious and administrative centre was the Palace of Minos, a vast three-story frescoed complex built around 1700 B.C. and covering over 5 acres. After taking your fill of Minoan culture, you’ll have free time for lunch and shopping in Iraklion town, before returning to Chania Old Harbour where a tender awaits to carry you back to your ship.

5 - 16 Aug 2015 | 11 Nights | Azamara Journey®

arrive depart

Wed 5-Aug Fly UK/Istanbul, Turkey


Thu 6-Aug Transfer to ship


Fri 7-Aug At Sea | Spa Day

Sat 8-Aug Gytheion, Greece 8:00 am 9:00 pm

Sun 9-Aug At Sea | Spa Day

Mon 10-Aug Valletta, Malta 8:00 am 10:30 pm

Tue 11-Aug Giardini Naxos (Taormina), 9:00 am 3:00 pm Sicily, Italy

Wed 12-Aug Fiskardo (Cephalonia), 9:30 am 3:00 pm Greece

Thu 13-Aug Chania (Souda), Crete, 10:00 am 9:00 pm Greece

Fri 14-Aug Mykonos, Greece 8:00 am 11:59 pm

Sat 15-Aug At Sea | Spa Day

Sun 16-Aug Istanbul, Turkey 6:00 am


Other Land Discoveries include:• Gems in the Capital City, Valletta• Valletta City of the Knights, Valletta• Chania Area Villages - The Real

Crete, Chania• Beautiful Taormina, Taormina• Ancient Delos, Mykonos• Scenic Island Drive with Ano Mera

Monastery, Mykonos


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TaorminaSicily, Italy

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France, Spain & Portugal

SOUTHAMPTON

BARCELONA

ST. PETER PORT

BILBAO

LISBON

LEIXOES

GIBRALTARUK

SAINT-JEAN-DE-LUZBORDEAUX

England

Spain

Portugal

France

Channel Islands

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Raise a toast to world-class wines in France, Spain and Portugal, when the vineyards are heavy with fruit. This convenient voyage sails from Southampton bound for Barcelona, taking in the best of Europe along the way.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: After calling on Guernsey’s fairy tale St. Peter Port, sail the Gironde estuary – off-limits to big ships, right to the heart of one of France’s most attractive cities, Bordeaux. Walk to town for dinner, and next morning take your place on a Land Discoveries® tour to world-famous St. Émilion. An overnight in Saint-Jean-de-Luz gives you a taste of French Basque country, the upmarket resort of Biarritz, plus the delectable chocolates and hams of Bayonne. Don’t miss a visit to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao, and savour the regional Rioja wines and tapas. In Porto, sip rare ports before taking a trip to the scenic Douro River Valley wine country. Next, enjoy a day browsing Lisbon’s historic old quarters, followed by an afternoon in Gibraltar. A well-placed sea day precedes a final overnight in Barcelona, the perfect chance to take in a flamenco show on the Las Ramblas boulevard.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM

Royal Gibraltar Regiment Band, Gibraltar: The magnificent Rock of Gibraltar and its Barbary apes needs little introduction. Tonight we’ll escort you to the Upper Rock area and St. Michael’s Cave, one of more than 150 limestone caves carved into the Rock over the millennia. Enter caverns filled with giant stalactites and stalagmites, then take your seat for a rousing performance by the renowned Royal Gibraltar Regiment Band.

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GibraltarUnited Kingdom

BarcelonaSpain

DELIGHTFUL HAVENS & VINEYARDS OF FRANCE, SPAIN & PORTUGAL VOYAGE


25 Aug - 8 Sep 2015 | 14 Nights | Azamara Quest®

arrive depart

Tue 25-Aug Southampton, England Sail at 7:00 pm

Wed 26-Aug St. Peter Port, Guernsey, 9:00 am 8:00 pm

Channel Islands

Thu 27-Aug At Sea | Spa Day

Fri 28-Aug Gironde Estuary Cruise 1:30 am 7:15 am

Fri 28-Aug Bordeaux, France 7:15 am

Sat 29-Aug Bordeaux, France 8:00 pm

Sat 29-Aug Gironde Estuary Cruise 8:00 pm 2:00 am

Sun 30-Aug Saint-Jean-De-Luz (Biarritz/ noon Bayonne), France

Mon 31-Aug Saint-Jean-De-Luz, France 10:00 pm

Tue 1-Sep Bilbao, Spain 8:00 am 10:00 pm

Wed 2-Sep At Sea | Spa Day

Thu 3-Sep Leixões (Porto), Portugal 7:30 am 6:00 pm

Fri 4-Sep Lisbon, Portugal 9:00 am 5:00 pm

Sat 5-Sep Gibraltar, United Kingdom 3:00 pm 10:00 pm

Sun 6-Sep At Sea | Spa Day

Mon 7-Sep Barcelona, Spain 9:00 am

Tue 8-Sep Barcelona, Spain Disembark am


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LAND DISCOVERIES®Hennessy Cognac & Lunch at Chateau de Mirambeau, BordeauxVisit one of France’s top Cognac houses, Hennessy - where you’ll learn all about the Cognac-making process before sampling the famed nectar. Next, savour a three-course lunch at the Château de Mirambeau hotel, situated in a village midway between the vineyards of Cognac and Bordeaux. Afterwards, stroll through the château’s grand park, before a panoramic drive through the city of Bordeaux returns you to your ship.

LAND DISCOVERIES®A City Under Siege, GibraltarAscend by cable car to the Top Station of the Rock where your guide will explain the geography of this British colony. Then descend to the Middle Station sanctuary of Gibraltar’s oldest inhabitants, the tail-less Barbary Apes, followed by a short drive to Princess Caroline’s Battery where you’ll enter the Upper Galleries (or the Great Siege Tunnels), dug out by British troops for the defence of this strategic outpost. Your tour concludes at the Gibraltar Museum on the site of the old Moorish Baths.


Other Land Discoveries include:• Bayonne Walking Tour & Chocolate

Tasting, St. Jean De Luz, France• Cooking Class at Chateau Lavergne,

Bordeaux• Bilbao & Guggenheim, Bilbao • The Douro Valley Winery Tour,

Leixões • Miraculous Fatima, Lisbon • Flamenco at Night, Barcelona


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BilbaoSpain

Mediterranean Classics

BARCELONA

Spain

Monaco

MONTE-CARLO PORTOVENERE

LIVORNO

MAHON

CIVITAVECCHIA

Menorca

Italy

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Escape with us on this amazing 7-night Barcelona round-trip voyage calling on timeless destinations like Rome, Florence and Pisa, with the added spice of a sprinkling of ports accessible only to smaller ships.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: Ease gently into your holiday exploring Monaco’s old town or the aquarium high on the hill, then enjoy a drink and a flutter or two at the gaming tables of Monte-Carlo’s Casino. From Portovenere, join a Land Discoveries® tour to explore the tiny cliff-hugging villages of the Cinque Terre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site that’s off-limits to cars. A late stay in Livorno means no rushing through the art treasures of Florence, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, or charming medieval Lucca. Next you’ll have a full day to explore Rome’s grand piazzas, great monuments, or the treasures of the Vatican. Then sail on to Menorca via a narrow, deep mini-fjord for a day in this utterly charming port. Tempted? Then why not pair this voyage with the one before or after it for some great savings.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM Three Tenors Sing Italian Opera Favourites, Livorno: It’s hard to think the word ‘Italy’ without thinking ‘opera.’ Compositions by Rossini, Verdi, Puccini and Bellini are among the world’s best-loved operas of all time. Tonight you’ll experience the best of live Italian opera at the lovely 19th century Goldoni Theatre, performed by three tenors and an accomplished pianist.

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PaellaSpain

VaticanRome, Italy

CLASSIC MEDITERRANEAN CITIES & VILLAGES VOYAGE


8 - 15 Sep 2015 | 7 Nights | Azamara Quest®

arrive depart

Tue 8-Sep Fly UK/Barcelona, Spain

Transfer to ship

Barcelona, Spain Sail at 6:00 pm

Wed 9-Sep Monte-Carlo, Monaco 1:00 pm 10:00 pm

Thu 10-Sep Portovenere (Cinque 8:00 am 10:00 pm Terre), Italy

Fri 11-Sep Livorno (Florence/ 7:00 am 10:00 pm Pisa), Italy

Sat 12-Sep Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy 8:30 am 9:00 pm

Sun 13-Sep At Sea | Spa Day

Mon 14-Sep Mahon, Menorca, Spain 8:00 am 5:00 pm

Tue 15-Sep Barcelona, Spain 6:00 am


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Lucca Family Villa, LivornoJoin us to discover fortified Lucca’s cobbled lanes and elegant Renaissance era piazzas before driving to the hillside estate built by Count Cosimo Bernardini in the 1700s as a weekend hunting retreat. On arrival, one of his descendants will escort you around the villa’s expansive gardens, after which you’ll enjoy a typical Tuscan brunch while hearing fascinating stories of this illustrious family’s role in Lucca’s history stretching back as the 14th century.

LAND DISCOVERIES®Elite Rome: Vatican Museum, Spanish Steps & Colosseum, RomeThis full day adventure begins at the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel, where you’ll see Michelangelo’s famous ceiling painting of the ‘Creation of the World’ before moving on to St. Peter’s Basilica - the world’s largest church. On leaving the Vatican City, enjoy lunch in a fine restaurant, after which you’ll visit the iconic Spanish Steps. Then you’ll rejoin the coach to see other highlights such as Borghese Park, the Janiculum Hill, Castle Sant’Angelo, the Colosseum, Capitol Hill and the Roman Forum.


Sample Land Discoveries include:• Panoramic Corniches & Villa

Rothschild, Monte-Carlo• A Visit to Old Monaco,

Monte-Carlo• Cinque Terre & Ligurian Lunch -

Portovenere• A Glimpse of Florence, Livorno• Highlights of Rome & Its

Underground, Rome• Discover Ciutadella, Mahon


BarcelonaSpain

FlorenceItaly

Spain, France & Italy

BARCELONA

NICESpain

MenorcaCorsica

IBIZA PALMA DEMALLORCA

MAHON PROPRIANO

AMALFI

SORRENTOCAPRI

LIVORNO

SANTAMARGHERITA

France

Italy

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Say farewell to the crowds! Celebrate autumn the Azamara way in the idyllic ports of the Balearic Islands, Amalfi Coast, and Italian Riviera, seasoned with a taste of Corsica’s magnificent mountain scenery.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: A well kept secret, Ibiza’s pristine beaches, old town and green woods provide a soothing contrast to glitzy clubs that light up after dark. Next morning, discover Palma de Mallorca’s scenic beauty, exotic Arab old quarter and vast Gothic cathedral, then sail up a deep mini-fjord to quietly elegant Menorca. On Napoleon’s home isle Corsica, experience the beautiful mountain scenery of Bavella and charming village of Zonza, or the equally impressive prehistoric site of Filitosa. With a day each in Amalfi and Sorrento, savour the scenic and culinary pleasures of towns like Positano and Ravello, or tour Pompeii nearby. Anacapri is renowned for its sweeping views, superb shopping and dining, and we stay late in Livorno to take in the treasures of Florence, Pisa or medieval Lucca. What better way to finish your holiday, than with a final stop in chic and sophisticated Portofino.

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Castillo De Bellver, Palma De Mallorca: Bellver means ‘beautiful view’, and you’ll see why as you enter this castle above the bay. Your evening begins with a gala welcome from the Mayor and regal Horse Police of Palma de Mallorca, followed by a castle tour that brings its fascinating history to life. Afterwards, gather in the courtyard for musical entertainment, including a Ball de Bot - a traditional costumed dance performance.

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Palma De MallorcaSpain

Pizza in SorrentoItaly

CorsicaFrance

ISLANDS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN VOYAGE


15 - 26 Sep 2015 | 11 Nights | Azamara Quest®

arrive depart

Tue 15-Sep Fly UK/Barcelona, Spain

Transfer to ship

Barcelona, Spain Sail at 6:00 pm

Wed 16-Sep Ibiza, Spain 9:00 am midnight

Thu 17-Sep Palma De Mallorca, Spain 9:00 am 10:00 pm

Fri 18-Sep Mahon, Menorca, Spain 9:00 am 5:00 pm

Sat 19-Sep Propriano, Corsica, France 11:00 am 6:00 pm

Sun 20-Sep Amalfi, Italy 2:00 pm 10:00 pm

Mon 21-Sep Sorrento, Italy 7:30 am midnight

Tue 22-Sep Capri, Italy 8:00 am 10:00 pm

Wed 23-Sep At Sea | Spa Day

Thu 24-Sep Livorno (Florence/Pisa), 7:00 am 10:00 pm Italy

Fri 25-Sep Santa Margherita 8:00 am 6:00 pm (Portofino), Italy

Sat 26-Sep Nice, France 6:00 am


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Mozzarella from Farm to Table, SorrentoExperience authentic Italian food traditions at a Campania dairy farm where water buffaloes are raised to produce the region’s hallmark mozzarella cheese. A scenic drive along the spectacular Amalfi Coast brings you to Pontecagnano, a town where buffaloes have been bred for hundreds of years. Observe traditional methods of making mozzarella, then tour the farm to see its 600-buffalo herd. To finish, the farm’s owners will invite you into their private villa to sample their signature cheese and other produce.


Marine Republic of Amalfi - Museum & Musical, AmalfiA stroll to Amalfi’s historic shipyard, the Arsenale, heralds an evening of fun-filled enrichment. Enter the Museum of the Compass and the Duchy of Amalfi through the impressive stone vault that linked the Arsenale to the beach during the height of Amalfi’s power when it competed with Venice and Genoa for trade supremacy. Admire exhibits showing the development of the compass, beautiful costumes, statues and more. To close, a boisterous musical illustrates Amalfi’s rise to power with song and dance.


Sample Land Discoveries include:• Wine Tasting at Sa Cova, Ibiza• Tapas Tasting in Palma, Palma

De Mallorca• Cheese & Wine at Michelin 4 Passi,

Sorrento• Amalfi Coast & Positano by

Motorlaunch, Amalfi• 3 Gems of Paradise Coast:

Portofino, Rapallo & St. Margherita, Santa Margherita


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BarcelonaSpain

Eastern Exotics

SEMARANG

CELUKAN BAWANG

KOMODOLEMBAR

Indonesia

BaliLombokIsland

SINGAPORE

BENOA

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Treat yourself to an early Christmas gift. Experience tropical paradise on a relaxing 13-night voyage that immerses you in the exotic cuisines, customs and cultures that make Indonesia so wonderfully appealing.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: Depart Singapore and sail the Java Sea bound for Semarang. Here, you can visit two UNESCO World Heritage Sites on a single Land Discoveries® excursion: the Borobudur Temple Compounds and Prambanan – widely held to be the world’s most beautiful Hindu temple. It’s also a great opportunity to visit the Sangiran Early Man Site. On Bali’s north shore, you’ll enjoy a warm welcome with a late stay offering ample time to explore the ancient town of Singaraja, take in the stunning Ulan Danu temple, or sunbathe on a tranquil beach. Sail on to Komodo to look for dragons in a protected national park, and then to the beautiful resort island of Lombok for amazing snorkelling. A final overnight in Benoa allows you to immerse yourself in the cultural treasures of Semarapura’s golden-age dynasty, see traditional Balinese village life in Tenganan, or sample Bali’s vibrant music and arts scene.

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Ancient Java Night Celebration, Semarang: Enter the world of old Indonesia tonight at colonial era Lawang Sewu (also known as the Thousand Doors Building), passing through the 18th century Dutch quarter of Kota Lama along the way. An evening of traditional Javanese entertainment follows, the highlight being a performance of bamboo Keroncong songs and music that were very popular among the colonists.

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Komodo dragonIndonesia

Borobudur Indonesia

TEMPLES, DRAGONS & BEACHES VOYAGE


10 - 23 Dec 2015 | 13 Nights | Azamara Quest®

arrive depart

Thu 10-Dec Fly UK/Singapore

Fri 11-Dec Arrive in Singapore


Sat 12-Dec Transfer to ship

Singapore Sail at 10:00 pm

Sun 13-Dec Cruise Java Sea

Mon 14-Dec Cruise Java Sea

Tue 15-Dec Semarang, Java, Indonesia 5:00 am 11:00 pm

Wed 16-Dec Cruise Bali Sea

Thu 17-Dec Celukan Bawang, Bali, 7:00 am 10:00 pm Indonesia

Fri 18-Dec Cruise Flores Sea

Sat 19-Dec Komodo, Indonesia 7:00 am 6:30 pm

Sun 20-Dec Lembar, Lombok Island, 1:30 pm 8:00 pm Indonesia

Mon 21-Dec Benoa, Bali, Indonesia 8:00 am

Tue 22-Dec Benoa, Bali, Indonesia Disembark am


Wed 23-Dec Arrival UK

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LAND DISCOVERIES®UNESCO Borobudur Temple & Train Ride, SemarangA UNESCO World Heritage site and the world’s largest Buddhist monument, Borobudur was built between 778 and 856 with over 2-million cubic feet of stone, but mysteriously abandoned a century later. A nearby volcanic eruption then buried the site in ash until it was rediscovered in 1814. Now, thanks to a painstaking excavation, you’ve the chance to explore this phenomenal attraction. Your tour concludes with a visit to Ambarawa Antique Train Museum, followed by a buffet lunch of Indonesian dishes.

LAND DISCOVERIES®Komodo Dragon Adventure, KomodoThe world-renowned wildlife island of Komodo is the desolate domain of a fierce and very rare species of reptile that bears the resemblance of a prehistoric dinosaur - appropriately called the Komodo dragon. Measuring up to 11 feet in length and living on the wild pig and deer that inhabit the island, fewer than 300 remain and the species’ existence hangs in the balance. After tendering ashore, a guide and park ranger will lead you on foot to a viewing point to get a close up look at this ominous looking creature.


Other Land Discoveries include:• UNESCO Borobudur & Prambanan

Temple, Semarang• West Bali Underwater Coral,

Celukan Bawang• Kampung Komodo Village & Pink

Beach, Komodo• Mataram Highlights, Lombok• Elephant Safari Ride, Benoa Bali• Uluwatu Temple Tour, Benoa Bali


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KomodoIndonesia

Eastern Australia & Indonesia

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BENOA

SYDNEY

Australia

Great BarrierReef

IndonesiaBali

HAMILTONISLAND

CAIRNSPORT DOUGLAS

COOKTOWN

THURSDAY ISLAND

DARWIN

KOMODO

If you’re looking for a longer holiday that’s really special, this is the voyage for you. Join Azamara Quest® in Sydney on a 21-night extravaganza capturing the Great Barrier Reef and much more en route to magical Bali.


IMMERSE YOURSELF: With so much to see, why not arrive a day early in Sydney before your sunset sailing to the Great Barrier Reef. Don’t miss the optional excursion that pairs snorkelling from a pontoon at Hardy Reef with an afternoon at Whitehaven Beach (a regular on ‘world’s best’ lists). From Cairns enjoy another swim-and-snorkel day on the reef, or ride the historic Kuranda Scenic Railway through tropical rainforests. In bewitching Port Douglas, stroll to restaurants and shops, or visit Cape Tribulation where rainforest joins reef. Next, learn about Captain Cook and Australia’s first white settlers in Cooktown, then meet Melanesian Torres Strait islanders on Thursday Island. Darwin offers a taste of the outback with vertically-jumping crocodiles, while Komodo’s supersized monitor lizards and pink coral beaches are equally memorable. An overnight in beautiful Bali makes for the perfect finale.

AZAMAZING EVENINGSM Evening details to be confirmed (Cairns, Australia)

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Great Barrier ReefAustralia

CairnsAustralia

Banks PeninsulaSouth Island, New Zealand

SYDNEY, GREAT BARRIER REEF, BALI VOYAGE


LAND DISCOVERIES®Tastes of the Tableland, CairnsDelight your taste buds touring the fertile Atherton Tablelands, where you’ll sample culinary delights produced by family businesses under a tropical sky. What’s on the day’s menu? Freshly roasted coffee, enjoyed with tropical fruits and nuts. Mt. Uncle Distillery’s award-winning rum, vodka, gin, and liqueurs served with a delicious antipasto platter. Fine gourmet cheeses at Gallos Dairy, then tea with scones at Lake Barrine Teahouse after a river cruise spotting pythons and water dragons.

LAND DISCOVERIES®Tanah Lot Temple Tour, Benoa Bali Your first stop on this fascinating outing is Pura Taman Ayun (Garden Temple in the Water). Built by a king of the Mengwi dynasty on an island in a river, this terraced complex is one of the largest remaining Balinese house temples still in existence. Next up is the serene temple at Alas Kedaton Monkey Forest, memorable for its tame monkeys. Your final call is the 16th century Tanah Lot Temple, set spectacularly atop a large offshore rock.

Other Land Discoveries include:• Whitsundays Scenic Island Cruise,

Hamilton Island• Atherton Platypus Experience, Cairns• Ultimate Crocodile Adventure,

Port Douglas• Historic Cooktown, Cooktown • Uluwatu Temple Tour


10 Feb - 2 Mar 2016 | 21 Nights | Azamara Quest®

arrive depart

Wed 10-Feb Fly UK/Sydney, Australia*

Thu 11-Feb En route to Sydney

Fri 12-Feb Arrive Sydney, Australia


Sat 13-Feb Transfer to ship

Sydney, Australia Sail at 5:30 pm

Sun 14-Feb At Sea | Spa Day

Mon 15-Feb At Sea | Spa Day

Tue 16-Feb Fitzalan Island 7:30 am 6:00 pm Anchorage (Hamilton Island), Great Barrier Reef, Australia

Wed 17-Feb Cairns, Australia 4:00 pm

Thu 18-Feb Cairns, Australia 10:00 pm

Fri 19-Feb Port Douglas (Great 7:00 am 10:00 pm Barrier Reef), Australia

Sat 20-Feb Cooktown, Australia 8:00 am 6:00 pm

Sun 21-Feb At Sea | Spa Day

Mon 22-Feb Thursday Island, Australia 7:00 am 6:00 pm

Tue 23-Feb At Sea | Spa Day

Wed 24-Feb At Sea | Spa Day

Thu 25-Feb Darwin, Australia 7:00 am 9:00 pm

Fri 26-Feb At Sea | Spa Day

Sat 27-Feb At Sea | Spa Day

Sun 28-Feb Komodo, Indonesia 7:00 am 5:00 pm

Mon 29-Feb Benoa, Bali, Indonesia 1:00 pm

Tue 1-Mar Benoa, Bali, Indonesia Disembark am


Wed 2-Mar Arrival UK

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