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Easter & Spring Tours | Cruises 2017

Newspaper Post - Published January 2017

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Cyprus

luxury Long Weekend Break

starting from

30 March – 2 April

€389 IN TRIPLE

half board included

Visiting: Limassol, Troodos Mountains and Nicosia lovers. The first short stop is at the well-known Platres Village. Take a deep breath of healthy mountain air and taste a cup of coffee (optional) before you continue your journey through the forested mountains. Our next stop is Kykkos Monastery (entrance extra), the most lavish monastery of Cyprus. You will be impressed by its wealth history and treasures. Definitely a landmark site and a must visit attraction of Troodos Region. Close to Kykkos Monastery is the Tomb of Makarios. Makarios served as a monk at Kykkos Monastery and was the first President of Cyprus. Enjoy your free time for lunch (own expense) before you head back to your hotel. Evening at your own leisure.

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(under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

Infant €49 €49

Friday 31 March (Public Holiday): After breakfast we offer an optional day excursion to Troodos Mountains. Rising to almost 2,000 metres above sea level, Troodos Mountains gives you amazing 360° views of the whole island. As you enjoy the panoramic views and pass by tiny villages, our expert guide will explain you all about this paradise for nature • Return Emirates flights to Larnaca • Return Airport/Hotel transfers • 3 nights accommodation at the 4* Elias Beach Hotel in Limassol • Half Board Basis • All Airport Taxes • Tour leader

Special Rate applies when both excursions are booked and valid till the 28th of February.

Sunday 2 April: Breakfast at your own leisure followed by room check out. Your coach will transfer you to Larnaca airport to check in for your Emirates flight EK109 departing at 12:20hrs and arriving back to Malta at 14:10hrs.

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Special Normal Twin €399 €439 Triple €389 €449 Single €499 €549 Child Sharing €299 €349

Limassol. Check-in and free evening at your own leisure.

PRICE INCLUDES

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Thursday 30 March: Meet your tour leader at Malta International Airport at 13:30hrs to check in for your Emirates flight EK110 departing Malta at 15:30hrs and arriving in Larnaca at 18:55hrs. Upon baggage collection you proceed to your private coach and transfer to your hotel in Limassol. The Elias Beach Hotel is a luxurious seafront hotel overlooking a ‘Blue Flag’ sandy beach in the ancient Amathus area, only a short drive from the entertainment area and city centre of the cosmopolitan town of

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The 4* Elias Beach Hotel, Limassol

Saturday 1 April: After breakfast today we offer you an optional full day city tour of Nicosia. As you travel through the inland Cyprus, your guide shares all you need to know about Nicosia the Capital of Cyprus. Arrive in the south part of Nicosia, a partially car-free old town within the Venetian Walls. Embrace the lively modern city life, as well as its history and culture. Let your guide show and give you all the interesting facts about this town. Stroll around Ledra’s street, the most prominent shopping area in the city of Nicosia with many shops lining either side. You will be able to find all sort of shops, from large department stores to smaller shops and boutiques. Or wonder through Laiki Geitonia (the traditional neighbourhood), a pedestrian area which has been restored to its traditional character to give a glimpse of the old days. Free time for lunch (extra) and some personal shopping is giving during this excursion. Return to your hotel and free evening at your own leisure.

Optional Excursions Troodos Mountains & Kykkos Monastery Nicosia City Tour

Adult Child €35

€28

€35

€28

• Travel Insurance • Optional Excursions • Sea View Supplement at €10 per person per day • All-Inclusive Supplement at €16 per person per day

22 February 01 March 08 March

starting from

Malta to malta cruise on board the Costa Mediterranea €569 IN TWIN CABIN

Visiting: Barcelona, Marseille, Savona, Naples & Palermo

Savona

Barcelona

included

Marseille

Naples

not included

Palermo

Malta

Port Country Arrival Departure Wed Valletta Malta 14:00 Thur At Sea Fri Barcelona Spain 09:30 17:00 Sat Marseille France 09:00 17:00 Sun Savona Italy 09:00 16:30 Mon Naples Italy 14:00 20:00 Tue Palermo Sicily 09:00 16:00 Wed Valletta Malta 09:00

balcony classic PRICES PER PERSON IN €

22 Feb

• All prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (6months to 17years) at €140 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate • 7 nights cruise on Full Board basis • All port taxes

• Drinks • Tips (compulsory, to be paid on board)-€10.00 per night per person 14years and over, €5.00 per night for children 4-13years • Excursions (optional, to be paid on board) • Travel Insurance (optional but highly recommended - please ask travel agent for details)

twin PRONTO NORMAL 569 719

triple PRONTO NORMAL 529 669

01 mar

579

729

539

679

08 mar

589

739

549

689

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NOTE

Marseille

07 – 12 Apr

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Lago di garda €599 board the & mini Cruise onCosta Fascinosa IN TWIN CABIN

Visiting: Verona & Gardaland. While Cruising: Naples & Palermo

Lake Como

• Air Malta Flight Malta – Milan (Linate) • 2 nights at the 3* Hotel Confine, Cola di Lazise on B&B Basis (or similar) • 3 nights on board the Costa Fascinosa on Full Board Basis • Coach Transfers (Airport/Hotel/ Port) • All Taxes, Port Charges & Service Charge • Tour Leader

Sunday 9 April: Early breakfast, room check-out and transfer to the port of Savona for embarkation on the incredible Costa Fascinosa, followed by cabin allocation and lunch. Afterwards you may begin exploring the various facilities this ship has to offer including a casino, various bars & lounges, a discotheque, swimming pool, restaurants, beauty salon, a sports court and a wellness centre. At 16.30hrs be on an outside deck and enjoy your departure. After dinner you may wish to enjoy a show in the theatre. Monday 10 April: After a relaxing morning, you dock in Naples at 14.00hrs. Naples is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. It has a great bay with nice views of Capri which is just a short boat ride away. There are many fascinating places in the truly unique • Gratuities to be paid on-board (Approx. €10 per night per person over 14 years & €5 per night for children between 4 & 13 years) • Travel Insurance is optional but highly recommended • Excursions whilst cruising can only be purchased on board the ship. • Infants (U-2) when sharing with 2 adults at €99

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Tuesday 11 April: Today you wake up in Palermo. Start the morning at Palazzo del Normanni, home of Sicilian parliament. It is one of the islands most historic structures and also one of the most breath-taking. Follow this stop with one of Italy’s most impressive cathedrals, Monreale Cathedral, just six miles from the port at Palermo. Any shopping lovers will enjoy strolling around the main streets of Palermo. You set sail at 16.00hrs so prepare yourself for yet another exciting afternoon on board and for your last night visit the ship’s casino in the evening, where you can try your luck at roulette, black jack or at the slot machines. Wednesday 12 April: Your wonderful mini cruise comes to an end today! After a relaxed mouth-watering breakfast, make sure you are on deck to watch Malta’s coastline getting closer, berthing at around 09.00am. You will certainly cherish some wonderful memories of a truly unforgettable cruise.

Optional Excursions Evening Transfer to Verona Gardaland

Adult Child €20 €20

€10 €10

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TWIN 599

TRIPLE N/A

QUAD N/A

SINGLE 799

CHILD (2-17yrs) N/A

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609

599

589

849

399

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659

N/A

899

N/A

balcony Bp

669

659

649

949

399

PRICES PER PERSON IN €

• HB Basis Supplement in Hotel Adult: €39 | Child: €30 • Classic Cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front or back of the ship

city. You can also opt to buy a shore excursion on board the Ship. Ship set sails at 20.00hrs.

excursions

PRICE INCLUDES

Saturday 8 April: After breakfast, join our optional transfers to Gardaland, Italy’s largest theme park (entr. fee extra). The park offers countless attractions for visitors of all ages including entertaining shows. Major attractions at the park include Mammut, Jungle Rapids, Fuga Da Atlantide, Blue Tornado, Ramses: Il Risveglio, Raptor and Oblivion: The Black Hole. In the Sea Lifq Aquarium you will get a close view of extraordinary creatures such as colourful starfish,

mysterious sharks, fascinating seahorses and graceful rays. You return to your hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

EXTRAS

Friday 7 April: Meet tour leader at Malta International Airport at 10:55hrs to check-in for your direct Air Malta flight KM624 departing at 12.55hrs and arriving at 14:50hrs. After your arrival you are transferred to your Hotel in Cola di Lazise followed by room allocation. After Dinner (optional) we offer you an optional coach transfer to Verona, the legendary home of Romeo and Juliet. The Verona area boasts numerous buildings of artistic and historic value: castles, towers, hermitages, monasteries, sanctuaries, and old Romanesque parishes. Return to hotel and overnight.

12 APRIL 26 APRIL starting from

Malta to malta cruise on board the Costa Fascinosa

€519 IN TWIN CABIN

Visiting: Barcelona, Marseille, Savona, Naples & Palermo

Savona Marseille Rome Civitavecchia Naples

NOTE

Tiber River, Rome

Palermo

included

Malta

not included

twin PRONTO NRM

last few cabins available

• All prices are per adult • Children sharing with 2 adults (6months to 17years) at €140 • Single supplement: 60% on twin rate • 7 nights cruise on Full Board basis • All port taxes

INSIDE PREMIUM

twin PRONTO NRM

Balcony Classic

twin PRONTO NRM

Balcony Premium

twin

TRIPLE

PRONTO NRM PRONTO NRM

12 APR (Easter Sailing

599 749 649 799 769 919 809 959 769 919

26 APR

519 669 559 709 679 829 719 869 679 829

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Barcelona

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semana santa in ANDALUCIA, SPAIN

11-18 APRIL

€539 IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Torremolinos, Seville, Granada, Malaga, Gibraltar, Marbella, Puerto Banus and Cordoba Saturday 15th April: After breakfast we offer you an optional excursion to the famous British colony of Gibraltar, which stands at the extreme south-western tip of Europe. A local licensed minibus tour of ‘the rock’ will ensure that you will truly enjoy this day with simultaneous headphone translation. Enjoy some free time for shopping or visit one of the famous sites such as the St. Michael Cave, the Convent or the Marina Bay (entrances extra). Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional).

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Wednesday 12th April: After breakfast, we offer you the opportunity to join the group for a full day, guided tour of the city of Seville. Seville is the capital city of the Andalusian region in Spain, and offers its visitors numerous attractions and sites including the Alcazar Palace, the Giralda; the world’s largest bellfry and Plaza de Espana; an immense beautiful square worth a visit. (entrances extra where applicable). During your free time, you will be able to visit a number of important attractions such as the third largest cathedral in the Catholic world, or shop in the area known as Calle Sierpes, with its shaded, narrow and winding alleys. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional)

Special Normal Triple 539 639 Twin 599 699 Single 759 859 Child sharing 419 519 (under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

HB Supplement: (6xDinners & 1xLunch)

Thursday 13th April: After breakfast, we offer you a wonderful optional guided excursion to Granada, a city of immense historical importance. As a group, we will visit the Alhambra citadel of Granada. The Alhambra is one of the most famous buildings in the world, and definitely the most famous in Spain. (entrance included). During your free time you could visit the Cathedral, which is a master piece of the Spanish Renaissance style with its impressive facade and a stunning interior. You can also enjoy some tapas or paella at the Placa Neuva, Granada’s oldest square. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional). Friday 14th April: Good Friday. After breakfast, we offer you a half day excursion to the nearby city of Malaga. In the early afternoon you will return to Torremolinos, for lunch, and some free time in this beautiful sea side resort. In the late evening, your coach will take you to Malaga to attend the impressive, and culturally rich evening procession. Return late to the hotel. (Dinner today is replaced with Lunch)

PRICE INCLUDES

Tuesday 11th April: Meet the Tour Leader at the Malta International Airport at 1735hrs for check in on Air Malta direct flight to Malaga departing at 1935hrs. Upon arrival at 2230hrs, you will be transferred to your centrally located 4 star hotel in Torremolinos, one of the most famous seaside town’s on the Costa del Sol and one of the most popular holiday destinations for many Europeans.

• Direct Air Malta Flights Malta to Malaga • All Transfers • 7 Nights at the 4* Hotel Cervantes in Torremolinos or similar • Tour Leader

€109

*Special Price is only valid when the Excursion package and Half Board are taken

Monday 17th April: After breakfast, we encourage you to join the group for a full day visit to Cordoba. Cordoba, located on the banks of the Guadalquivir River was an important Roman city and a major Islamic centre in the Middle Ages. It is best known for La Mezquita, an immense mosque, featuring a columned prayer hall, which was transformed into a Cathedral after the Reconquista of 1236. (entrance extra). Free time for relaxation or shopping. Return to hotel in time for dinner (optional) Tuesday 18th April: Today after breakfast, and check out (safe luggage room will be available) enjoy your last day in Torremolinos. In the late evening, one may return to the hotel for dinner(optional), before you make your way to Malaga Airport, for your direct Air Malta flight departing at 2320hrs. (approx time of arrival in Malta at 02:05hrs)

excursions

Malaga

Sunday 16th April: Eater Sunday. Happy Easter! Today, after breakfast we offer you to join the group on a full day excursion to the city of Marbella and Puerto Banus in the area known as Nueva Andalucía. Puerto Banus is a luxury marina located to the southwest of Marbella on the Costa del Sol. This marina receives in excess of 5 million annual visitors and is very popular with international celebrities. Return to hotel in time for dinner (optional)

Optional Excursions Seville* €44 Granada* €55 Malaga* €22 Transfer to Malaga (Procession) €22 Gibraltar (incl UK Minibus tour) €55 Marbella and Puerto Banus €33 Cordoba* €44 Total For All Excursions: €275 *including English speaking guide

12-17 APRIL starting from

EASTER in LOURDES

€560 IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Lourdes, Pau, Gavarnie, Biarritz, Ibardin, St. Jean de Luz and Pont d’Espagne other sites within Lourdes. Back to your hotel for dinner and overnight. Friday 14th April: Good Friday. Today, after breakfast, we encourage you to join the group for an optional half day excursion to the picturesque village of Gavarnie. The cirque du Gavarnie is one of only a handful of sites around the world that are listed on the UNESCO world heritage site list for both its natural and cultural attributes. You will return for lunch in Lourdes and after join others in the celebration of the Lord’s passion and veneration of the cross. Dinner and overnight. Saturday 15th April: After breakfast, we offer you an optional full day excursion to Biarritz, Ibardin and St Jean de Luz on the Atlantic coast of France. The coach will take you to Biarritz, a frontier town, just 22 kilometres from the border with Spain. Join the tour leader for a walk through the town and then proceed to the nearby village of St. Jean de Luz, where you can have lunch (extra) in one of the many restaurants overlooking the beach and the marina. Later you will head to the village of Col d’Ibardin, located on the border between Spain and France. Return to your hotel for dinner and overnight.

€560 €677 €577 €677 €655 €755 €453 €553

(under 7 years sharing with 2 Adults)

Child €469 €569 (under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

• Direct Flights Malta to Lourdes • All Transfers • 4 Nights at 3* Hotel Angelic (or similar) on Full Board Basis (except Lunch on the 15th April) • City Tax • Tour Leader and Spiritual Director

Optional Excursions Adult Child Pau €25 €19 Gavarnie €27 €15 Biarritz, St. Jean de Luz and Col d’Ibardin €38 €25 Pont d’Espagne €27 €15 Total For All Excursions: €117 74

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Triple Twin Single Child

Thursday 13th April: After breakfast, we offer you the opportunity to join the group for a half day excursion to the French city of Pau. You can visit the city’s chateau and its garden (entrance extra) or walk along the main shopping area along the Boulevard des Pyrenees. Other good street for local gifts and clothes are the pedestrianized areas of Rue Serviez and Rue Condeliers. You will return to your hotel for Lunch. After Lunch you are encouraged to join the tour leader in exploring

PRICE INCLUDES

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Wednesday 12th April: Meet the Tour Leader at the Malta International Airport at 1350hrs for check in on your direct Air Malta flight to Lourdes departing at 1550hrs. Upon arrival, a private coach will transfer the group to your centrally located hotel in Lourdes. After check in, and dinner, we encourage you to join a leisurely walk to the grotto and visit the three basilicas and some of the places associated with the life of Bernadette. Back to your hotel for overnight.

excursions

Upper Basilica, Lourdes

Sunday 16th of April: Easter Sunday. Happy Easter! After breakfast you can enjoy and explore Lourdes on your own or join the tour leader and participate in Mass on the most important day in the Roman Catholic Church calendar. Return to the hotel for lunch. In the afternoon we offer you a half day optional excursion to Pont d’Espagne. The Pont d’Espagne is at an altitude of 1500 meters and used to connect France and Spain through the mountains. Lake Gaube can be reached by means of a ski lift (extra). Back to your hotel for dinner. After late check out, you shall be transferred to Lourdes airport, for your Air Malta direct flight departing at 0340 hrs on Monday 17th April. Expected time of arrival in Malta at 0600hrs.

*Special Price is only valid when the Excursion package is taken

12-18 APRIL starting from

Easter in Linz, Austria

€539 IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Vienna, Linz, Passau, Marizell, Melk, Cesky Krumlov, Berchesgaden, Koenigsee, Salzburg, Mondsee, St. Wolfgang and Steyr but impressive design. We then continue our panoramic city tour passing by numerous important buildings before some free time. You may admire some important sites such as the Hofburg (Imperial Palace) and the imposing St. Stephen Cathedral or you may spend some free time for shopping on Mariahilder strasse. Return to hotel and overnight.

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Thursday 13th April: After breakfast, we offer you another interesting optional day excursion, this time visiting one of the most famous pilgrimage places in Austria, Maria Zell and Melk. This picturesque village of Mariazell, situated at the foot of the Alps in the province of Styra, is well known for the church that houses the miraculous statue of Our Lady and Child. After having visited the Basilica of Mariazell we continue our way to the Monastery of Melk to

Special Normal Triple €539 €639 Twin €599 €699 Single €699 €799 Child €399 €499 (under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

*Special Price is only valid when the Excursion package is taken

visit the world famous Benedictine Abbey (entry extra). This fortified abbey stands on top of a rocky rise overlooking the Danube. (If due to adverse weather conditions we would not be able to drive to Mariazell, we reserve the right to substitute Mariazell with a drive through the Wachaur region including Duernsteinm where King Richard the Lionheart was once imprisoned.) Return to hotel and overnight. Friday 14th April: Good Friday. After breakfast we offer a wonderful optional excursion to the neighbouring Czech Republic to visit the UNESCO World Heritage town of Cesky Krumlov. We shall drive through the charming south Bohemian countryside before we arrive at Cesky Krumlov. Guarded over by the huge Renaissance style castle, Cesky Krumlov is considered to be Bohemia’s most beautiful town. We shall visit the superbly preserved old Town, which in 1992 was given the status of a UNESCO World Heritage Site. You will than return to Linz, where one could join the tour leader for a walk to the city centre to enjoy the beauty of the city you would be calling home for 7 days. You will than return back to your hotel for overnight. Saturday 15th April: Today, after an early breakfast we offer an optional day excursion to the wonderful capital city of Austria – Vienna. Our first stop would be at the famous Hunderwasserhaus with its unique

PRICE INCLUDES

Wednesday 12th April: Meet the tour leader at 0515hrs at the Malta International Airport for checkin on your direct Air Malta flight departing at 0715hrs for Vienna. After arrival, transfer to your 4-star hotel in Linz. Since it is still early for room check-in, we suggest that you join our optional excursion to the beautiful Bavarian town of Passau. Described as the Bavarian Venice and also as the City of the Three Rivers, magical Passau is very much defined by water. Situated on a peninsula where the river Danube is met by the river Inn from the south and the River Ilz from the Bavarian forest to the north. One may admire the beautiful scenery by taking a boat ride (not included and subject to weather conditions). Enjoy some free time or you may wish to visit the most modern shopping mall of Passau – the ‘Stadtgalerie’ before you head back to the hotel for room allocation. This evening we suggest you enjoy a small stroll through Linz, which is the capital of Upper Austria.

• Direct Air Malta Flights Malta to Vienna • All Transfers • 6 Nights at the 4* Courtyard by Mariott (or similar) • All Rooms with Private facilities • Airport Taxes & Charges • City Tax • Tour Leader

Monday 17th April: After breakfast we shall visit the wonderful city of Salzburg and the beautiful Salzkammergut area. After our arrival in Salzburg, you could join he tour leader for a walk through the Old Town. Afterwards enjoy some free time for personal sightseeing or shopping on Getreidegass, Salzburg’s main shopping street before we drive to the quant village of Mondsee. After some free time we continue on our way to St. Wolfgang, a pretty village on the lake with the same name. Return to hotel and overnight Tuesday 18th April: After breakfast and check out, your coach shall take you to the beautiful city of Steyr which boasts of glorious past, giving its name to the province of Styra and becoming, for a time a rival to Vienna. Enjoy a walk through the Old Town before you head to Vienna to stop at the Schonburn Palace to see its marvellous grounds and the famous Neptune fountain lying under the dominating ‘Gloriette’. You than head to Vienna airport for your direct Air Malta flight departing at 1955hrs.

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Mirabell Gardens & Palace, Salzburg

Sunday 16th April: Easter Sunday – Happy Easter. After breakfast we offer an optional excursion to the beautiful area of Berchtesgaden, passing through a scenic route before we stop in Koenigsee, Germany’s highest Alpine lake. One may opt to join the tour leader for a boat trip (extra and weather permitting) on the lake to the peninsula of St. Bartolomeo. This beautiful lake bends around Mount Watzmann and looks and feels like a Norwegian Fjord. One may also opt to go up to Mt. Jenner (extra) to a height of over 1800 meters. After you return to your hotel, you may wish to visit the casino in Linz, located within walking distance from the hotel. Overnight.

Optional Excursions Adult Child Passau €25 €13 Mariazell and Melk €42 €21 Cesky Krumlov €42 €21 Vienna €42 €20 Koenigsee, Mondsee, St. Wolfgang €40 €20 Total For All Excursions: €231 €116

12-19 April

starting from

EASTER €589 in LAKE BLED & VENICE IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Treviso, Lake Bled, Skofja Loka, Ljubjana, Postojna Cave, Predjama, Vintgar Gorge, Bohing, Julian Alps, Knanjska Gora, Bovec, Tarvisio, Minimundus, Klagenfurt, Worthersee and Venice

Sunday 16th April: Easter Sunday. HAPPY EASTER! We suggest you join our optional day excursion to the Eastern Julian Alps. You shall start your day by driving to Vrsic Pass (weather permitting) at an altitude of 1611 meters, which makes it the highest pass in Slovenia. Enjoy the breath-taking panorama views as you make your way to Knanjska Gora and Bovec, two small pretty villages in in this mountain range. After enough free time you will than head to the town of Tarvisio, located in the north east of Italy, known for the large selection of leather goods. Return to hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

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Friday 14th April: Good Friday. Today, after breakfast, we encourage you to join the group for

Special Normal Triple €589 €689 Twin €629 €729 Single €825 €925 Child €589 €689 (under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

HB Supplement:

€79

Saturday 15th April: After breakfast, we offer you yet another optional full day excursion of immense beauty. Today, visit the Vintgar Gorge, commonly known as Gorge Bled (extra). Enjoy the scenery of the natural beauty of the waterfalls, pools and rapids. Later during the day, you will continue such an amazing day with a visit of Bohing, a region famous for its gorgeous lake and which is considered by many one of the top natural attractions in Slovenia. An optional boat ride across the lake followed by a cable car ride to Mount Vogel (extra), are encouraged in order for you to be able to enjoy breath taking views rarely seen before. During this day we would also have enough time to actually enjoy the Castle of Bled (extra) and the village of Bled, and its town centre. Return to hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight. • • • • • •

Direct Flights Malta to Treviso, Venice 10Kgs Hand Luggage 20Kgs Check-In Luggage All Transfers 6 Nights at the 3* Hotel Savica (or similar) 1 Night at the 3* Hotel Delfino/Ambasciatori (or similar) • City Tax • Tour Leader

*Special Price is only valid when the Excursion and Half Board Package are taken

Monday 17th April: Today, after breakfast we offer you to join the group on a full day excursion to Klagenfurt, in neighbouring Austria. Your first stop will be at Minimundus, the miniature world (extra). You then continue towards the Austrian town of Klagenfurt and join the tour leader for a panoramic walk through the old town centre. After some free time, you will drive to Worthersee. Worthersee, is a lovely lake at the central Carinthian foothills and which were largely formed by glaciers during the last ice age. Enjoy some free time strolling along the shoreline, and maybe have the first ice cream of the season. Return for hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight. Tuesday 18th April: After breakfast, and room check out, you will start your trip to Venice. On arrival you are taken to your 3* hotel in Venice, Mestre. Room check in and then we suggest that you join our tour leader by public transport (extra) to a visit to the most famous landmarks of Venice, such as the Rialto bridge, the Dodges Palace, St. Mark’s Square and the Basilica of St. Marco. Return to hotel for dinner (optional) and overnight. Wednesday 19th April: Room checkout and boxed breakfast and transfer to Treviso airport for your Ryan air flight departing at 0915hrs and scheduled to arrive in Malta at 1110hrs.

Optional Excursions Adult Child Skofja Loke €30 €17 Ljubjana €39 €25 Postojna Caves & Predjama Castle €36 €20 Vintgar Gorge & Lake Bohinj €33 €22 Julian Alps €50 €28 Klagenfurt €50 €28 Total For All Excursions: €228 €140

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Thursday 13th April: After breakfast, we offer you the opportunity to join the group for a full day excursion to the capital city of Slovenia, Ljubljana. After a short panoramic tour of the city, you shall enjoy a walking tour of the city center together with our tour leader. The old city center has a unique architectural appearance, particularly due to its mixture of Baroque and Art Nouveau architecture. We suggest a visit to the castle of Ljubljana (entrance extra), followed by a stroll along the Ljubjanica river. On your way back to Lake Bled, a stop on the outskirts of the city of Ljubljana to visit the BTC shopping complex, Slovenia’s biggest shopping area is a must. Return to hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

our optional day excursion to Postojna Cave and Predjama. Your first stop shall be in Postojna, a town famous for its magnificent underground caves. Postojna Cave offers a unique and adventurous train ride (extra) which will take you into the cave, under spectacular underground arches. Which are embellished with chandelier-like stalactites. After you drive to the idyllic village of Predjama. Predjama Castle reigns over the surrounding area, perched high up over a vertical cliff. After the tour of the castle (entrance extra), you will head back to Bled in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

PRICE INCLUDES

Wednesday 12th April: Meet the Tour Leader at the Malta International Airport at 0450hrs for check in on Ryan Air direct flight to Treviso, Venice departing at 0650hrs. After your arrival at 0850hrs, your coach will transfer you to the hotel in Lake Bled. Since it would still be too early for room check in, we encourage you to join our half day excursion to Skofja Loka, a town located in Upper Carniola. The town is the birthplace of the Skofja Loka Passion Play, the oldest play in Slovenia. You return to Lake Bled for check in, room allocation, dinner (optional) and overnight.

excursions

Vintgar Gorge, Slovenia

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EASTER in KRAKOW, POLAND

12-19 APRIL

€599 IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Krakow, Kalwaria Zebrydowska, Wadowice, Wieliczka Salt Mine, Zakopane, Lagiewniki, and Auschwitz-Birkenau. (funicular) to Gubalowka hill, which starts in the very centre of the town (extra). From atop of the hill one can enjoy spectacular views over the town and the surrounding Tatra Mountains. We shall also have time to visit the Sanctuary of Our Lady of Fatima, famous for Pope John Paul II repeated visits. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

Thursday 13th April: After breakfast, we offer you the opportunity to join the group for a full day, guided tour of the city of Krakow. During your free time, you will be able to visit a number of attractions, such as the Wawel Castle and Cathedral, and the Bishop's Palace. You will be also visiting the Kazimierz (Jewish District) area of the city. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

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Friday 14th April: Good Friday. Today, after breakfast, we encourage you to join the group for our optional day excursion to Kalwaria Zebrydowska and to Wadowice. In Kalwaria Zebrydowska, we should join the Holy Cross Road. Pilgrimages to the Kalwaria sanctuary best exemplify Polish grassroots Catholicism. The Good Friday activities which are enacted in the scenery of the sanctuary draw huge crowds every year. Afterwards, we shall head to Wadowice, the birthplace of Saint John Paul II. After some free time for lunch (extra), we shall visit the home of John Paul II in Wadowice, with a specialised

Special Normal Triple €599 €699 Twin €629 €729 Single €779 €879 Child €499 €599 (under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

HB Supplement:

English speaking guide. (Included). Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight. Saturday 15th April: After breakfast, we offer you an optional half day excursion to the Wieliczka Salt Mine. The Wieliczka Salt Mine complex is one of the most popular tourist attractions in Poland, with over a million visitors per year. This is the only salt mine in the world preserved in such a pristine condition and included in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list. (Entrance and English speaking guide included). After such visit, we will head back to Krakow city centre where we shall visit a number of sepulchres in the numerous churches in Krakow. Free time for personal leisure. We shall also have the opportunity to take part in the food blessing on the Main Square in Krakow with Krakow’s Cardinal Stanislaw Dziwisz which used to be the principal private secretary to John Paul II during the Saint’s papacy. Free time for shopping from the traditional Easter Fair in the vicinity. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight. Sunday 16th April: Easter Sunday. Happy Easter! After breakfast we offer you the opportunity to join the group for a full day to Zakopane. Zakopane is a lovely town at the foothills of the majestic Tatra Mountains, in the southernmost part of Poland. While in Zakopane, it is a must to take the cable car

PRICE INCLUDES

Wednesday 12th April: Meet the Tour Leader at the Malta International Airport at 1340hrs for check in on Ryan Air direct flight to Krakow departing at 1540hrs. Upon arrival, a private coach will transfer the group to our centrally located 3* hotel in Krakow. After check in and room allocation, dinner (optional) and overnight.

• • • • •

Direct Flights Malta to Krakow 10Kgs Hand Luggage 20Kgs Check-In Luggage All Transfers 7 Nights at the 3* Hotel Vienna House Easy Chopin Cracow or similar • City Tax • Tour Leader

€99

*Special Price is only valid when the Excursion package and Half Board are taken

Tuesday 18th April: After breakfast, we encourage you to join the group for a full day visit to the infamous Aushwitz-Birkeanua concentration camp. We begin our day with a sober visit of the camps, (entrance and guide included) accompanied by a local guide that will explain the cruelty of life under Nazi German occupancy, and how thousands of Jews, resistance fighters and prisoners of war died there. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight. Wednesday 19th April: After breakfast, and check out (safe luggage room will be available) enjoy your last day in Krakow at your own pace. Free time for last minute shopping/sightseeing, from this beautiful city, which is one of the oldest and largest cities in Poland, which was miraculously, spared destruction during World War II. In the late afternoon, coach transfer to Krakow Airport for your direct Ryan Air flight departing at 1845 hrs.

excursions

Wawel Castle, Krakow

Monday 17th April: Today, after breakfast we offer you to join the group on a half day excursion to Lagiewniki. We shall visit the Sanctuary of the Divine Mercy and also visit the ‘’Have No Fear’’ Centre, which is not only a tribute to the Pop Wojtlya, but also a continuation of the legacy of his thought and spirit in Poland. This legacy continues inspiring the Church and millions of Christ’s disciples all around the world. We will also have time to take part in the centuries old Emmaus fair, a polish tradition drawn from the Middle Ages, and still the Easter outing of choice, mostly beloved by children, teenagers and adults alike. In the early afternoon, we shall return to the hotel for free time, during this Public Holiday in Poland. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

Optional Excursions Adult Child Krakow €25 €20 Kalwaria Zebrydowska & Wadowice €37 €35 Wieliczka Salt Mine €39 €39 Zakopane €39 €35 Lagiewniki €35 €30 Auschwitz/Birkenau €35 €35 Total For All Excursions: €210 €194

Rome & Krakow

Celebrating St John Paul II Birthday

starting from

13-20 MAY

€799 IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Rome, Vatican City, Krakow, Lagiewniki, Wadowice, Wieliczka Salt mines was established to commemorate the great legacy and pontificate of Saint John Paul II. After the visit to such centre return to the hotel for check-in, room allocation and dinner (optional).

Triple Twin Single Child

€799 €899 €849 €949 €999 €1099 €599 €699

(under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

HB Supplement:

€120

Wednesday 17th May: After breakfast, and check out, your private coach will take you to Ciampino Airport, (an airport frequently used by Pope John Paull II on his numerous travels), in order to check in for your flight to the Polish city of Krakow. Flight is estimated to depart Rome at 1325hrs. Upon arrival, a private coach will take you to the Sanctuary of Divine Mercy in Lagiewniki, not before passing through Tyniecka Street where Karol lived as an 18 year old youngster with his dad. In Lagiewniki, you will have the opportunity to visit the ‘old’ church which houses the mortal remains of Saint Faustina. In recent years a centre named after a famous phrase Pope John Paull II used often; ‘Have no fear’ • Direct Ryan Air Flights Malta/Rome, Rome/ Krakow & Krakow/Malta • Free Excursion to San Paolo Fuori le Mura in Rome • 10 Kgs Hand Luggage • 20Kgs Checked-In Luggage • All Transfers • 4 Nights at the 4* Nova Domus Hotel (or similar) in Rome • 3 Nights at the 3* Vienna House Easy Chopin (or similar) in Krakow • Tour Leader

*Special Price is only valid when the Excursion package and Half Board are taken

Friday 19th May: After Breakfast, we encourage you to join the tour leader for a full day excursion to Wadowice, the family town of Karol Wojtlya. You would start your day, by visiting St. Mary’s church where young Karol was baptised. On Koscielna Street you will also visit the home of John Paul II, which today houses a museum in his honour. You will also have the opportunity to visit the nearby village of Kalwaria Zebrydowska, with its huge monastery, which Karol used to visit often as a child. After free time for personal sightseeing and lunch (extra), your coach will take you to the Wieliczka Salt mines. This magnificent complex incorporates numerous chapels and religious sculptures carved in salt and the one and only underground chapel dedicated to Saint John Paul II in the world. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) Saturday 20th May: After early check out, (boxed breakfast will be served), your coach will transfer you to Krakow airport for check in on your Ryan Air flight departing at 0655hrs. Expected arrival in Malta is at 0935hrs.

Optional Excursions City of Rome & St. Peter’s Basilica €67 Santa Maria Maggiore, €79 San Giovanni in Laterano, Vatican Museums & Sistine Chapel Colosseum, Fori Imperiali, €77 Fontana di Trevi, Piazza di Spagna Krakow €57 Wadowice, Kalwaria €57 & Wieliczka Salt Mines Total For All Excursions: €337

Orange Travel Group

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Monday 15th May: After breakfast, we encourage you to join the tour leader for a full day guided excursion. On this day you will be visiting the papal basilicas of Santa Maria Maggiore and San Giovanni in Laterano. Both form part of the

Tuesday 16th May: After breakfast, we offer you a full day excursion to numerous other important sites in Rome. We shall visit the Colosseum (guaranteed entry tickets included), and the nearby Fori Imperiali. After lunch (extra) you will continue your way to the Campidoglio, the Fontana di Trevi and Piazza di Spagna with its nearby via dei Condotti famous for its exclusive shops. Return to your hotel in time for dinner (optional).

excursions

Sunday 14th May: After breakfast, we encourage you to join the tour leader for a full day excursion to the city of Rome. You will start by visiting the Pantheon and the nearby area with its many piazzas and interesting sites with an English speaking licensed guide. You will than make your way to the Vatican City where at noon, you would be able to attend the Angelus from within the piazza. Ample free time will be allowed for lunch (extra) and for personal sightseeing which can include a visit to the St. Peter’s Basilica (entrance free). One can visit the tomb of St. John Paul II and the crypt where the remains of St. Peter are believed to be housed. Return to your hotel in time for dinner (optional).

Vatican’s four papal basilicas. After lunch (extra), you will be transferred to the city state of the Vatican, for the visit of the its Museum and the Sistine Chapel (guaranteed entry tickets included). Return to your hotel in time for dinner (optional)

PRICE INCLUDES

Saturday 13th May: Meet the Tour Leader at the Malta International Airport at 1200hrs for check in on Ryan Air direct flight to Rome departing at 1400hrs. Upon arrival, your private coach will take you the San Paolo fuori le mura. This basilica is believed to host the tomb of Saint Paul. After some free time you will make your way to your 4 star centrally located hotel in Rome, for check-in, room allocation and dinner (optional).

Thursday 18th May: Today after breakfast, we offer you a full day excursion to the city of Krakow. You will start the day by visiting the Wawel Castle and the Wawel Royal Cathedral. You will also have the opportunity to see the famous window atop of the Krakow Curia, which was the residence of Cardinal Wojtlya for a number of years. This place was also the residence of Karol for a number of years during the World War II. After lunch, the guided tour will continue so to visit St. Mary’s church which houses one of the largest Gothic altars in Europe which is carved entirely from linden wood. You will also be guided to St Florian church where vicar Wojtlya worked for two years soon after the war. After some free time, your coach will transfer you back to your hotel in time for dinner (optional).

22 - 27 may starting from

TURIN Pilgrimage Tour

€719 IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Turin City, Valdocco, Val d’Aosta, Saluzzo, Bra and Val di Susa

Gates (extra). We return to our hotel. After Dinner we all walk to the Maria Ausilliatrice’s Basilica (approx. 10 minutes) to participate in this world-known and beautiful procession: starts at 20:00hrs.

prices

Orange Travel Group

Tuesday 23rd May: After breakfast, we have a Turin City tour with our guide, and we discover the deep spiritual soul of Turin by visiting several localities: the Egyptian Museum (extra), considered one of the main Egypt museums in the world, free time in the city centre, a quick

Triple €719 Twin €759 Single €899

lunch (extra), the Cathedral of San Giovanni Battista, an amazing union between the Romanic and the Baroque style. We proceed for a visit to the Basilica of our Lady Help of Christians in Valdocco. Our last stop is a visit to the Holy Shroud Museum (extra), where you can admire the 16th century silver shrine that safeguarded the Shroud since 1578 until 1998, and return to Hotel. Free time. Wednesday 24th May: Today’s excursion shall take us to Val d’Aosta. We leave the Hotel after breakfast to head to the Val d’Aosta region, in full mountain/country land. Stop at the 12th century castle of Fenis (extra), symbol of the majesty and power of the Challant family. Here we shall meet a local guide to guide us through the town of Aosta, founded millennia ago and built in the Roman style: the Arch of Augustus and the Praetorian

PRICE INCLUDES

Monday 22nd May: Meet the tour leader at 09:00hrs at Malta International Airport. Our direct Air Malta flight KM624 departs at 10:55hrs and arriving at Linate Airport in Milan, at 14:50hrs. Upon arrival, we board our coach and proceed for a short visit to Colle Don Bosco, where we rediscover the origins of that extraordinary personality we know as Don Bosco. Proceed to Hotel Diplomatic in Turin, followed by room checkin. Join the tour leader for a familiarization walk around the area and dinner (extra). Return to your Hotel. Free time.

• Air Malta flights to Milan • Return Airport Transfers (Milan-Turin-Milan) • 5 nights hotel accommodation at the 4* Hotel Diplomatic in Turin • Bed & Breakfast basis • All Excursions as per programme • Airport Taxes • Tour Leader

Friday 26th May: After breakfast we are off on a day excursion to Val di Susa. As we leave Turin we head to Mount Pirchiriano, situated on the south side of the Val di Susa overlooking the village and lake of Avigliana. Here we visit the Sacra di San Michele (extra) which is a religious complex in the Piedmont region of north-western Italy. Here lunch is offered to us by friends of Fr Joe. In the afternoon we proceed to the city of Susa where we shall pass by the monument of the Arch of Augustus. Return to your Hotel. Free time. Saturday 27th May: Early breakfast at 06:00hrs followed by room check out. We head to Milan Linate Airport to check-in for our Air Malta flight KM625 departing at 11:15hrs and arriving back to Malta at 13:10hrs.

NOT INCLUDED

Sacra di San Michele, Val di Susa

Thursday 25th May: Today, after breakfast, we leave for a full day excursion to Saluzzo and Bra. The city of Saluzzo is built on a hill overlooking a vast, well-cultivated plain. Our main external visits are the Cattedrale Santa Maria Assunta, Chiesa di San Giovanni and Palazzo Cavassa. We proceed to the historical town of Bra , one of the main centres of the Piedmontese Baroque style with its many churches and palaces of the 17th and 18th century. Particularly interesting: St. Claire’s Church (extra) and the Baroque façade of the Town Hall Building. We continue by passing near Palazzo Traversa (extra), the last remaining real medieval building in town, and the church of Santissima Trinità (extra), rich in frescoes. We take a leisurely walk along Corso Garibaldi with its long Portico called “l’Ala” and if time permits we stop for a visit to the best historical bars in town for a coffee and delicious fancy cakes typical Piemontese (extra). Return to your Hotel. Free time.

• All Entrances to Museums, Palaces and meals - as marked in the programme • Travel Insurance

30 JUNE – 7 JULY starting from

DISCOVER BEAUTIFUL €699 PUGLIA & ASSISI IN TRIPLE

Visiting: Sassi Di Matera, Grotte Di Castellana, Alberobello, San Giovanni Rotondo (Padre Pio) & Monte Sant’Angelo, Polignano A Mare, Lanciano, Orvieto, Todi, Siena And Chianti

unequal parts which together have the exact same weight as each one does separately. We procced to our hotel in Assisi and assignment of rooms. Later afternoon you can join the tour leader for a familiarization walk around the area. Dinner (extra) and overnight.

prices

Sunday 2 July: After breakfast, join our optional day excursion as we visit San Giovanni Rotondo, the famous Padre Pio pilgrimage shrine. Enough

Triple €699 Twin €729 Single €859 Child €599 (under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

Monday 3 July: After breakfast we offer you an optional excursion to the pretty seaside town of Polignano a Mare the birth place of Domenico Modugno. Here we shall visit the quaint old town and will then have some free time for lunch (extra). Our next stop will be at the Mongolfiera Shopping Centre in Molfetta for some personal shopping. Return to hotel for dinner (extra) and overnight. Tuesday 4 July: Today an early breakfast followed by room check-out. We board our coach and we start our journey to the town of Assisi. On our way we shall make a stop in the town of Lanciano to visit the Holy Eucharistic Miracle (extra). The Eucharistic Miracle occurred at Lanciano in 750 at the Church of St. Francis. A monastic priest doubted whether the Body of Our Lord was truly present in the consecrated Host. He celebrated Mass and when he said the words of consecration, he saw the host turn into Flesh and the wine turn into Blood. Everything was visible to those in attendance. The Flesh is still intact and the Blood is divided into five • • • • •

Ryanair Flights Malta/Bari & Rome/Malta 1x20Kg Luggage 1x10Kg Hand Luggage Return Airport Transfers 4 nights Accommodation at the 4* Best Western Hotel Dei Cavalieri in Barletta on B&B Basis • 3 nights Accommodation at the 3* Hotel San Francesco in Assisi on B&B Basis • Airport Taxes • Tour Leader

Thursday 6 July: Today after breakfast we have an optional excursion to Siena and Chianti. We start with a fascinating tour of Siena, an enchanting town of Tuscany. From the Siena Cathedral (extra) to the Town Hall of Siena, there are historical and architectural marvels everywhere. The Piazza del Campo is also an interesting attraction, the place of the annual Palio Horse Race. Free time for lunch (extra) at your own leisure. The tour continues to the amazing Chianti, a fascinating natural area that is also famous for the wine produced there. Our unique experience in Tuscany includes everything you might have imagined about this place, making you fall in love with its charm. Friday 7 July: Early breakfast and check out of rooms. Our coach shall take us to Rome Fiumicino Airport to check in for our Ryanair flight FR 7591 departing at 12:00hrs and arriving back to Malta at 13:30hrs.

Optional Excursions Adult Child Afternoon Sassi di Matera €30 €25 Alberobello & Grotte €30 €25 S. Giovanni Rotondo €30 €25 Polignano a Mare & Shopping €30 €25 Orvieto & Todi €45 €40 Siena & Chianti €55 €49 including wine tasting Total For All Excursions: €220 €189

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Saturday 1 July: After breakfast, we invite you to join our optional excursion as we visit the small town of Alberobello, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the Grotte di Castellana. Alberobello is the site of the unusual district of the Trulli, the characteristic white-washed conical-roofed houses of the area. We shall then visit CastellanaGrotte famous for the network of caves found here. Discovered in 1938, these vast caves were created by underground rivers which filter down through the limestone soil of the Murge Hills. We shall have enough time to visit the numerous caves (entr. extra) with their richly-coloured stalactites and stalagmites. We return to our hotel for dinner (extra) followed by overnight.

time to visit the town centre including the famous church dedicated to Santa Maria delle Grazie. After lunch (extra) we shall then drive to the quaint village of Monte Sant’ Angelo famous for the church dedicated to the Archangel St Michael. We shall return to our hotel in time for dinner (extra) and overnight.

PRICE INCLUDES

Friday 30 June: Meet the tour leader at 09.35hrs at the Malta International Airport and check-in for our Ryanair flight FR9875 departing at 11.35hrs and arriving in Bari at 12.55hrs. Upon collection of luggage, transfer to our Hotel in Barletta followed by room allocation. This afternoon we offer an optional excursion visiting the town of Matera, which gained international fame for its ancient town the “Sassi di Matera” (meaning “stones of Matera”). Return to our hotel for dinner (extra) and overnight.

excursions

The Basilica of St. Francis , Assisi

Wednesday 5 July: After breakfast, today we offer you an optional excursion to Orvieto & Todi. Upon arrival in Orvieto we shall take the cable car (extra). It is a picturesque hill town in Umbria that soars above the surrounding countryside characterized by vineyards and olive groves. It has preserved its medieval appearance with beautiful Romanesque and Gothic buildings, notably the Duomo (extra), a masterpiece of Italian Gothic. Free time for lunch (extra). Later we proceed to the town of TODI, a picturesque medieval hill town in Umbria, surrounded by medieval, Roman and Etruscan walls. Although it’s a hill town, its centre at the top of the hill is flat. The central piazza, originally the Roman forum, also has several beautiful medieval buildings. We return to our hotel for dinner (extra) and overnight.

15 - 18 July starting from

AndrÉ riEu in Maastricht

€599 IN Twin

Visiting: Neunen, Gennepeer Park, Eindhoven, Amsterdam and Brussels

Twin Single Child

Special Normal

€599 €699 €709 €809 €499 €599

Orange Travel Group

(under 12 years sharing with 2 Adults)

*Special Price is only valid when the Excursion package is taken

• Ryan Air direct flight to Eindhoven and from Brussels • 10Kgs Hand Luggage • Free Excursions to Brussels & Neunen and Gennepeer Park • Airport Transfers • 3 Nights in 4* Park Plaza Hotel (or similar) on B&B Basis • Airport Taxes & Charges • Tour Leader

Tuesday 18th July: Breakfast and check out. Today we offer you, a free day excursion to the city of Brussels, the capital city of Belgium. Since the end of the Second World War, Brussels has been a major centre for international politics and has become the polyglot home of numerous international organisations, politicians and civil servants. Brussels is in fact the de facto capital of the European Union as it hosts a number of principal EU institutions. The Headquarters of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation (NATO) are also located in Brussels. We shall pass by the Royal Palace and the modern EU headquarters. Then some free time for personal sightseeing or shopping from the Grand Place, Brussels’s most famous and beautiful square full with cafes, bars and flower stalls. Later you will continue your excursion with a visit to the Mini Europe (entrance extra). You shall than make your way to Brussels Airport for check-in onto your Ryan Air direct flight to Malta departing Brussels at 2045hrs and arriving in Malta at 2345hrs.

excursions

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Sunday 16th July: After breakfast join our optional half day excursion to the city of Eindhoven. We will start by visiting the Van Abbemuseum (entrance extra). Established in 1936, the Abbemuseum is named after its founder, which was a lover of modern art. You shall than head to St. Catharine’s Church designed by the famous architect Pierre Cuypers, the

architect of the Rijksmuseum and the Central Station in Amsterdam. In 1974 the city claimed ownership of the church to ensure that this National cultural Monument is preserved for future generations. There is a small exhibit of old bones, skeletons, jewellery, household and also detail of some archaoegical finds that were dug recently. You will than head to the heart of the historic city where one can enjoy himself surrounded by numerous shops, cafes and restaurants. After lunch (extra), your coach will drop you at the DAF museum (entrance extra). A tour of the DAF Museum will take visitors from one surprise to the next and stroll around the museum to discover the many aspects of the DAF product. You will return to your hotel on foot (400 meters) to freshen up and prepare for the evening’s highlight of the tour – the grand performance by Andre Rieu. In the early evening, your coach will transfer you to the city of Maastricht for this unique performance together with the Johann Straus Orchestra, choir and soloists. Join the party and the irresistible waltzes, classical operetta and musicals. For sure, an evening you will never forget. Private transfer back to the hotel after the concert and overnight.

PRICE INCLUDES

Saturday 15th July: Meet the tour leader at 0440hrs at the Malta International Airport for check-in for your direct Ryan Air flight to Eindhoven departing at 0640hrs. After your arrival in Eindhoven, your private coach transfer will take you to the small village of Neunen, once home to Vincent Van Googh, the famous Dutch artist. Over here one can stroll and admire the scenic spots which were inspirational to some of the artist’s famous paintings. You shall than head to Gennepeer Park which is home to some unique attractions, including an organic farm and the Eindhoven Museum (entrance extra). After free time for Lunch (extra) and personal recreation you shall head to your 4* hotel in central Eindhoven. After check in and room allocation, you may join your tour leader for a short familiarisation walk.

Monday 17th July: After breakfast, you are encouraged to join our tour leader for a marvellous full day excursion in Amsterdam, the capital city of the Netherlands. Your first stop will be in the vicinity of the Central Station, built by Pierre Cuypers. Here you will immediately notice that this city is rich in its artistic heritage. Elaborate canal systems and narrow houses with gabled facades that are a testimony to the city’s 17th century golden age. With the tour leader, you shall walk along one of the main streets in the historical centre of Amsterdam to the main square. Here you can find numerous attractions, cafes and restaurants. During free time in the city, one can visit some of the best attractions such as the Rijkmuseum, the Van Gogh Museum, the Amsterdam Dungeon, the Heineken Experience, the Anne Frank House and Madame Tassauds. One can also opt to take one of the numerous canal cruises. You will depart in the early evening to your hotel in Eindhoven for your overnight.

Optional Excursions Eindhoven City Tour Transfer to Concert + Cat 4 Ticket Amsterdam City Tour Total:

€25

€20

€120 €120 €47 €42 €192 €182

Extra 15Kgs 20Kgs Ryan Air Checked In-Luggage €42 €58

21-27 Sep

starting from

CINQUE TERRE €599 board the & MINI CRUISE onCosta Fascinosa IN TWIN CABIN

Visiting: La Spezia, Vernazza, Monterosso, Rio Maggiore, Portovenere, Santa Maria Ligure and Portofino While Cruising: Naples and Palermo

from the Piazzetta to Castello Brown (entrance extra), a 16th-century fortress and museum with art exhibitions and panoramic views of the town and the Ligurian Sea. Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight. Sunday 24th September: Early breakfast, room check-out and transfer to the port of Savona for embarkation on the incredible Costa Fascinosa, followed by cabin allocation and lunch. Afterwards you may begin exploring the various facilities this ship has to offer including a casino, various bars & lounges, a discotheque, swimming pool, restaurants, beauty salon, a sports court and a wellness centre. At 16.30hrs be on an outside deck and enjoy your departure. After dinner you may wish to enjoy a show in the theatre. Monday 25th September: After a relaxing morning, you dock in Naples at 14.00hrs. Naples is one of the most beautiful cities in Italy. It has a great bay with nice views of Capri which is just a short boat ride away. There are many fascinating places in the truly unique city. You can also opt to buy a shore excursion on board the Ship. Ship set sails at 20.00hrs.

• Direct Ryan Air Flight Malta/Pisa • 3 nights at the 3* Santa Caterina Park Hotel on B&B Basis (or similar) • 3 nights on board the Costa Fascinosa on Full Board Basis • Coach Transfers (Airport/Hotel/ Port) • All Taxes, Port Charges & Service Charge • Tour Leader

Saturday 23rd September: After Breakfast we encourage you to join the tour leader for a full day excursion to Santa Maria Ligure and Porto Fino. Portofino is an Italian fishing village and vacation resort famous for its picturesque harbour and historical association with celebrity and artistic visitors. Portofino is a fishing village on the Italian Riviera coastline, famous for its picturesque harbour and historical association with celebrity and artistic visitors. Pastel-coloured houses, high-end boutiques and seafood restaurants fringe its Piazzetta, a small cobbled square overlooking the harbour, which is lined with super-yachts. A path leads • Gratuities to be paid on-board (Approx. €10 per night per person over 14 years & €5 per night for children between 4 & 13 years) • Travel Insurance is optional but highly recommended • Excursions whilst cruising can only be purchased on board the ship. • Infants (U-2) when sharing with 2 adults at €99

NOTE

Wednesday, 27th September: Your wonderful mini cruise comes to an end today! After a relaxed mouthwatering breakfast, make sure you are on deck to watch Malta’s coastline getting closer, berthing at around 09.00am. You will certainly cherish some wonderful memories of a truly unforgettable cruise.

Optional Excursions Cinque Terre

Adult Child

(including boat as per programme) €70

Santa Maria Ligure and Porto Fino

€65

€50 €45

TWIN

TRIPLE

QUAD

SINGLE

1st CHILD

inside ic

599

N/A

749

N/A

inside iP

609

599

589

749

439

balcony Bc

649

N/A

799

N/A

balcony Bp

659

649

639

799

439

PRICES PER PERSON IN €

• HB Basis Supplement in Hotel Adult: €43 | Child: €30 (excluding drinks) • Classic Cabins might be at a lower deck and in the front or back of the ship

Tuesday 26th September: Today you wake up in Palermo. Start the morning at Palazzo del Normanni, home of Sicilian parliament. It is one of the islands most historic structures and also one of the most breath-taking. Follow this stop with one of Italy’s most impressive cathedrals, Monreale Cathedral, just six miles from the port at Palermo. Any shopping lovers will enjoy strolling around the main streets of Palermo. You set sail at 16.00hrs so prepare yourself for yet another exciting afternoon on board and for your last night visit the ship’s casino in the evening, where you can try your luck at roulette, black jack or at the slot machines.

(2-17yrs)

Orange Travel Group

PRICE INCLUDES

Friday 22nd September: After breakfast, we offer you the opportunity to join the group for a full day excursion to the fabulous region of Cinque Terre. You start your day, by visiting the port city of La Spezia where you would embark on a boat, to visit the bays of Vernazza, Monterosso, Riomaggiore and Portovenere which form part of the so called ‘Cinque Terre’. Cinque Terre is a string of centuries-old seaside villages on the rugged Riviera coastline. You will be visiting each of the 5 towns comprising the Cinque Terre. Colourful houses and vineyards cling to steep terraces, harbours are filled with

fishing boats and trattorias turn out seafood specialties along with the Liguria region’s famous sauce, pesto. (we reserve the right to do such tour with local train if the weather is not permitting). Return to the hotel in time for dinner (optional) and overnight.

EXTRAS

Thursday 21st September – Public Holiday: Meet the Tour Leader at the Malta International Airport at 1835hrs for check in on Ryan Air direct flight to Pisa, departing at 2035hrs. After your arrival at 2225hrs, your coach will transfer you to the hotel in Sanzanza in the province of La Spezia. Check in, room allocation and overnight.

excursions

Vernazza

expanding your horizons 18 - 27 AuG

18 Jul - 06 aug

Starting from

in Twin Cabin

€1899 Fjords, Mountains & Glaciers

€3969 The Great Alaska Adventure on board the Radiance of the Seas®

on board the Serenade of the Seas®

Visiting: Copenhagen, Stavanger, Bergen, Alesund & Geiranger

Visiting: Banff, Lake Louise, Jasper, Maligne Lake, Lac le Jeune, Vancouver, Ketchikan, Inside Passage, Icy Strait Point, Juneau, Skagway, Hubbard Glacier, Seward & Seattle

14 - 28 Aug

18 sep - 03 oct

Starting from

€2599

Starting from

€2699 in Twin Cabin

Orlando & Caribbean on board the Oasis of the Seas®

Visiting: Orlando, Bahamas, St Thomas & St Maarten

in Twin Cabin

Los Angeles, Las Vegas & Pacific Coast on board the Celebrity Infinity®

Visiting: Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Santa Barbara, San Francisco, Monterey, Catalina Island & Ensenada

21 Sep - 06 Oct

28Oct - 13Nov

Starting from

€2899

Starting from

€2999 in Twin Cabin

Japan The Land of the Rising Sun on board the Celebrity Millennium®

Visiting: Tokyo, Mt Fuji, Kobe, Kochi, Nagasaki, Busan & Aomori

Hong Kong, Vietnam & Singapore

in Twin Cabin

on board the Celebrity Millennium®

Visiting: Hong Kong, Hanoi, Hue / Danang, Ho Chi Minh, Bangkok & Singapore

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2, Naxxar Road, Birkirkara BKR 9048

Mon to Fri: 09:00hrs - 13:00hrs & 14:30hrs - 18:00hrs Sat: 09:30hrs - 12:00hrs

745, High Street, Hamrun HMR 1014

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Mon to Fri: 09:00hrs - 13:00hrs & 14:30hrs - 18:00hrs Sat: 09:30hrs - 12:00hrs

33, Tower Road, Sliema SLM 1609

30, Republic Street, Victoria VCT 1012 - Gozo

Mon to Fri: 09:00hrs - 13:00hrs & 14:30hrs - 18:00hrs Sat: 09:30hrs - 12:00hrs

Mon to Fri: 08:00hrs - 13:00hrs & 15:00hrs - 18:00hrs Sat: 09:30hrs - 12:00hrs

Telephone: +356 2277 6010 E-mail: valletta@smsmondial.com.mt

Reliably offering travel services since 1947

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