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cruise to the NATURAL WONDERS AND HISTORIC TREASURES of South africa, india & southeast asia “To travel in Europe is to assume a foreseen inheritance. But to travel in farther Asia is to discover a novelty previously unsuspected and unimaginable.” Lord Byron

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South Africa, India & Southeast Asia cruise program combines the most breathtaking natural and man-made sites in the world.

You will visit places you will never forget.

From the remarkable beauty of Africa's big game and the aroma of spices in Indian markets to the golden pagodas of Burma, these are places that stimulate the senses and live long in the memory.

No less impressive is the remarkable natural beauty of these regions. On your journey you will pass stunning coastlines, travel through sublime landscapes, experience the beauty of islands such as the Seychelles and

Thailand’s Phi Phi Islands and visit bustling, historic cities. Then there’s the food that combines fragrant, exotic herbs and spices to produce some of the world’s great cuisines.

Inside this brochure you will not only find all you need to know about our ship, Aegean Odyssey, but also insight into the extraordinary destinations we visit and value we offer.

The itineraries have been written in a way that we hope will enhance your appreciation of our cruises. The introductory pages outline the magnificent natural beauty, the history and the great monuments of the remarkable cultures you will visit.

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outstanding journeys ~

unforgettable experiences

FROM MOROCCAN SOUKS TO THE SAHARA DESERT Morocco, with its rich and interesting culture, should be high on everyone’s travel list. Centuries of foreign trade, invasion and dynastic rule have given Morocco the many different cultural influences that are evident in today's society. From the Phoenicians who entered Morocco in the 6th century BC, and the Roman occupation from about 40 AD to the formation of Islamic Morocco and the influence of Europeans in the years after, Morocco has evolved with the rise and fall of empires.

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After the exotic hustle and bustle of Morocco, the islands off Africa’s west coast offer a complete change. The upland villages and volcanic landscapes of Gran Canaria are little known jewels of this charming island. Conquered by the Spanish in the fifteenth century and fought over by the Dutch and British, it was here, during a battle in 1797, that Lord Nelson lost his right arm.

Another English naval hero features in the history of the Cape Verde Islands as, in 1585, Sir Francis Drake twice attacked the Portuguese forces at Ribeira Grande, the island’s capital. Portugal had occupied the previously uninhabited Cape Verde in the fifteenth century and they became an important link in the transatlantic slave trade.

CROSSING THE LINE Situated just north of the equator off the coast of Gabon, Sao Tome and Principe is a Portuguese-speaking island nation in the Gulf of Guinea.

The sublime laid-back tempo of the islands is enhanced by a wealth of natural attractions: miles of palmfringed beaches, large areas of rainforest, mellow fishing villages and excellent birdlife. You can also experience a true island paradise with a beach party on the wonderfully named Bom Bom Island. With its pristine beaches and crystal clear waters, this tiny islet on the northern shore of the volcanic island of Principe is a hidden gem.

As Aegean Odyssey sails south, she passes over the Equator and this event will be marked – as maritime tradition demands – by the Crossing the Line Ceremony.

THE SKELETON COAST TO SOUTH AFRICA GAME RESERVES

MARITIME TRADITIONS – SOUTH TO THE CAPE OF GOOD HOPE As Aegean Odyssey makes its way south to Cape Town, it is the perfect time to remember one of the great companies from the Golden Age of shipping. Union-Castle operated a fleet of passenger liners and cargo ships between Europe and South Africa from 1900 to 1977. Some of the most elegant ships ever built made up Union-Castle’s fleet and they were well known for the lavender-hulled liners with red funnels topped in black.

Union-Castle ran on a very strict timetable: every Thursday at 4pm one of their Royal Mail ships would leave Southampton bound for Cape Town and at the same time, a Union-Castle Royal Mail Ship would leave Cape Town bound for Southampton.

Painting by Robert G. Lloyd

Back on the mainland and the remarkable country of Namibia. With its unique landscapes and turbulent colonial history, Namibia is one of Africa’s “must-see” destinations.

This reputation will be confirmed at both your Namibian destinations: Walvis Bay on the Skeleton Coast with its incredible lagoon and unique marine life and the German colonial port of Luderitz sandwiched between the barren Namib Desert and the windswept South Atlantic coast.

Although we have become somewhat accustomed to seeing Africa's magnificent wildlife on our televisions, there is nothing comparable to coming face-to-face with one of the savannah's "Big Five" (lion, Cape buffalo, elephant, leopard and rhinoceros). In South Africa, you will have the opportunity to come up close to these wonderful animals with safaris in three of the country’s top game parks (see page 27). South Africa also boasts many other magnificent attractions including the charms of Cape Town and the beautiful Garden Route.

The location of Cape Town, known in South Africa as the Mother City, is one of the world’s great sights with its backdrop of the majestic Table Mountain and its stunning South Atlantic coast. It is a place of great creativity, culture and history. It is also famous for its proximity to the marvelous vineyards of the Stellenbosch Valley and the Cape Winelands region. Another nearby marvel is the Garden Route which runs along the coast where the mighty Atlantic and Indian oceans meet and features a unique landscape of native flora.

In this remarkable country you will also visit Durban and the nearby Zulu nation. Here you will not only be guided through the fascinating but bloody history of this most famous of African peoples but also experience their vibrant culture.

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memorable adventures

ISLANDS OF THE INDIAN OCEAN On this leg of the cruise, Aegean Odyssey calls at magical tropical islands: French Mayotte in the Comoros and Mahe, Praslin and La Digue in the Seychelles. Here you will find the finest white sandy beaches in the Indian Ocean, warm waters and beautiful colonial architecture. The perfect places to slow down and relax.

LANDS OF WONDERS Southeast Asia and India are two of the world's most popular tourist destinations, and for good reasons.

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Many of the countries here have it all: a tropical climate – warm all year round, fascinating culture, wonderful food and charming people. It is also home to dynamic cities such as Singapore and natural wonders including the Phi Phi Islands in Thailand.

It’s rich history has left a legacy of breathtaking architectural and artistic treasures. You will visit massive ancient temples, elegant mosques, historic churches and mysterious ruins – the diverse nature of Asia’s history is forever on display.

INDIA: EMPERORS AND EMPIRE On the land tour of the fabulous Golden Triangle in India the time of the Moghul emperors and the Age of Empire will grasp your attention. The great monuments from these times including the forts and palaces of Jaipur, Lutyen’s great monuments of the British Raj in Dehli and, of course, the Taj Mahal in Agra will inspire and delight.

The magnificent sites of the Indian Subcontinent have been attracting travelers for centuries but another Asian country that his home to equally marvelous buildings, temples and

monuments has only recently begun to open up to visitors from the west.

Burma, or Myanmar as it is now known, is rapidly becoming one of the most desired of destinations and with good reason.

BURMA: A WORLD APART ‘This is Burma’, wrote Rudyard Kipling. ‘It is quite unlike any place you know about.’ How right he was: more than a century later Myanmar remains a world apart. Visitors to Burma will discover a place where people are still attired in traditional

dress and that feels like a corner of Asia that has changed little since British colonial times. It’s also a country of many incredible sites such as the 4,000 sacred stupas (sacred Buddhist mounds) scattered across the plains of Bagan and the golden Shwedagon pagoda in Yangon, formerly Rangoon. This is a truly remarkable place where holy men are still revered and western technology has yet to dominate.

It is these great buildings and monuments that have captivated visitors to Asia for centuries.

TAJ MAHAL: THE GREATEST LOVE STORY Shah Jahan was the son of Jehangir, the fourth Mughal emperor of India and the grandson of Akbar the Great. In 1612 he married the Persian princess Mumtaz Mahal and on becoming Emperor in 1628 bestowed his beloved wife with the title of Mumtaz Mahal, "Jewel of the Palace." In 1631, Mumtaz Mahal died in childbirth and Shah Jahan promised her that he would never remarry and would build the richest mausoleum ever seen over her grave. He proved to be a man of his word and it took 22 years and the labor of 22,000 workers to construct the monument. When Shah Jahan died in 1666, his body was placed in a tomb next to the tomb of Mumtaz Mahal and this magnificent monument came to be known as "Taj Mahal."

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fascinating history and cultures

TREASURES OF THE RED SEA The extraordinary achievements of man from very different ages are the highlights of this leg of the voyage.

As the historian Paul Johnson tells us, the Egyptians “were the first people on earth to create a nation-state. This state served as the framework of a culture of extraordinary strength, assurance and durability which lasted for 3,000 years and which retained almost to the end its now unmistakable purity of style.

In the Egypt of antiquity, state, religion and culture formed an indisputable unity.” The great legacy of this most fascinating of cultures comes to life as

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you visit Luxor – the ancient city of Thebes – with its vast temple complex and the pharaonic tombs of the Valley of the Kings. As well as the city of Petra, Jordan is home to some of the most extensive and well-preserved Graeco-Roman ruins at Jerash.

TRANSIT THE SUEZ CANAL And then there is the more modern marvel of the Suez Canal. Opened in November 1869 after 10 years of construction, the 120-mile long canal allows ships to travel between Europe and Asia without navigating around

THE LAND OF WHALEBONES AND SHIPWRECKS The Skeleton Coast is the northern part of the Atlantic coast of Namibia and South Angola.

The Bushmen of the Namibian interior called the region "The Land God Made in Anger", while Portuguese sailors once referred to it as "The Gates of Hell". The name “Skeleton Coast” was coined by John Henry Marsh as the title for the book he wrote chronicling the shipwreck of the British cargo liner Dunedin Star that ran aground here in November 1942. Since the book was first published in 1944 it has become so well known that the coast is now generally referred to as the Skeleton Coast and is given that as its official name on most maps today.

Africa and thereby reducing the sea voyage distance between Europe and India by about 4,300 miles.

Today, sailing through the Suez is an awe-inspiring experience and our transit of the canal will be through the daytime hours – one of the world’s greatest travel adventures.

CLASSICAL CIVILIZATIONS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN AND AEGEAN With over 6,000 miles of coastline surrounding relatively tranquil seas, with numerous natural harbors and hundreds of habitable islands, the Mediterranean and Aegean provide the perfect environment for the evolution

of complex patterns of trade and the communication of ideas. These conditions led to an unparalleled explosion of human creativity and the birth of the great civilizations of antiquity.

It is the legacy of these great cultures that you will explore as Aegean Odyssy reaches the final leg of its winter program. Highlights include the fantastic Graeco-Roman cities of Ephesus and Aphrodisias in Turkey, the elegance of the ruins on the sacred island of Delos and, as a marvelous treat to conclude this special voyage, the breathtaking spectacle of the Acropolis in Athens.

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WITH MANY YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN BOUTIQUE-STYLE CRUISING, VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY HAS CREATED A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE THAT COMBINES THE COMFORTS AND SERVICE OF SMALL-SHIP CRUISING WITH METICULOUSLY PLANNED ITINERARIES TO THE WORLD’S MOST EXCITING AND INTERESTING DESTINATIONS.

WITH OPEN SEATING DINING, COCKTAIL PARTIES AND LARGE PUBLIC SPACES, THE ATMOSPHERE ON BOARD AEGEAN ODYSSEY IS BOTH RELAXED AND CONVIVIAL. COMBINE THIS WITH OUR DEDICATION TO OFFERING OUR GUESTS OUTSTANDING VALUE AND IMPECCABLE SERVICE AND THE RESULT IS ONE WE KNOW YOU WILL APPRECIATE.

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our philosophy THE BENEFITS OF SMALL-SHIP CRUISING

OUTSTANDING ITINERARIES

CELEBRATED GUEST SPEAKERS ON BOARD

In contrast to the massive vessels cruising to and from the major ports of the world's seas, we have a small ship adapted for island and coastal cruising. This means that Aegean Odyssey can visit less crowded harbors and sail closer to the coast enabling you to appreciate the magical views.

Another benefit of our ship’s size is that it is able to navigate river passages and this allows us to berth right in the heart of Yangon (Rangoon) in Burma.

As we carry only an average of 350 passengers, our ship is ideal for those who do not enjoy traveling around with hordes of people.

Its public spaces are ideal for socializing and enjoying intimate cocktail parties and events. If you like to wander around beautiful islands and explore ancient sites that are inaccessible to others, then Aegean Odyssey is the ideal ship for you.

All our voyages have been meticulously planned by the Voyages to Antiquity staff and noted historians. Our many years of experience tells us that combining the best of cruising and land tours is the ideal way to explore these fascinating sites and get the most value from your chosen itinerary.

The guest speakers who accompany you on the cruise are all first class.

They have been carefully selected for their knowledge of the areas and their ability to bring to life the history of the remarkable civilizations and cultures of the regions we visit.

This year we are delighted to include some brand new itineraries and destinations. These include Morocco, Madeira, the fascinating Comoros, the Canary Islands and the unforgettable scenery of Namibia.

Perhaps our most exciting addition is South Africa. Here we will be visiting the delightful city of Cape Town, traveling the beautiful Garden Route and going on safari in three of the countries best game reserves.

Among those who will be joining us are David Price-Williams, and expert on Africa; Robert Gordon, retired Ambassador to Burma; and Denise Heywood who specializes in the art and culture of Southeast Asia.

Assisting the main speakers aboard ship and on land will be our team of young and keen classical history graduates. They will be on hand to answer your questions and assist the guides on sightseeing trips.

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A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE ON BOARD Evenings on board There will be a string trio, pianist and vocalist, casual dancing before and after dinner, and there will also be performances by some of the best local entertainment.

No casino or disco. The officers’ introductory cocktail party is casual without the usual formalities.

Parties and special events From beach parties on Bom Bom Island and the Maldives to wine tastings in South Africa and informal cocktail parties during days at sea, throughout your cruise there will be many opportunities to socialize with your fellow passengers and meet the crew.

Dress code Suggestions for what to wear during nights and evenings aboard are found in the Essential Travel Information booklet we send with your travel documents. Resort casual is the general recommendation, however, there may be occasions where a jacket for men and cocktail attire for ladies may be worn.

SHORE EXCURSIONS INCLUDED IN YOUR FARE Wines included with dinner on board We do not think it is appropriate to serve dinner without wine, so wine (or beer and soft drinks) is included at dinner. Other vintages are available at reasonable prices.

A good night’s sleep We place particular importance on the standard of bedding in cabins irrespective of category. Fine duvets, covers and sheets, ample soft pillows and quality towels can be expected and your cabin steward is always ready to make changes if you desire.

Language on board The ship’s language is English and you can expect fellow passengers to be from the US, Canada, UK and Australia, with a sprinkling of enthusiasts from Europe and the Far East.

Technology We ask that mobile phones and laptops be used discreetly in the interest of fellow passengers. The internet room is always open for those who cannot resist contact with the outside world.

Children Our cruises are destination focused and not designed for children under the age of 12.

Tipping Always a difficult subject.

We have decided to include all tips to cabin stewards and restaurant staff. You may wish to show your appreciation to individuals offering exceptional service (totally optional).

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Our pre- and post-cruise land stays allow you not only to relax after a long flight but also to experience some of the world’s most vibrant and exciting cities. These stays also allow us to include some of the truly fascinating sights not easily accessible from ports of call such as the spectacular “Golden Triangle” excursion – including the Taj Mahal – in India, the extended stay in the vibrant city of Singapore, the tour of the best of Morocco and a journey through Jordan from Petra to the capital, Amman (see page 14).

Included Shore Excursions and wildlife safaris

A mixture of full-day or half-day shore excursions is included in all our ports of call. When the major sightseeing experience requires a full day excursion such as Kandy in Colombo, the ancient city of Aphrodisias in Turkey, and some of our South African safaris, we have included it.

On occasion, we will also offer prebookable optional excursions, some with limited capacity as flights are involved. These include the Burmese royal capital of Mandalay and the magnificent pagodas of Bagan from Yangon (Rangoon). These are offered as alternatives to the included excursion and are available at advantageous prices.

Individual QuietVox headsets

On all shore excursions, the expert guides will share their knowledge with the group using QuietVox. Through your individual headset, these devices allow you to hear the tour leader clearly even at the busiest sites. Voyages to Antiquity was one of the first cruise lines to operate this service.

We trust this means that you won’t miss a thing and your visits to these wonderful places will be as memorable and exciting as possible.

QUALITY HOTELS ASHORE Voyages to Antiquity places great emphasis on the quality of accommodation ashore.

Hotels in Asia and India are famous for their service and facilities and we have selected some of the best 5-star deluxe hotels for your included land stays.

In India, guests can enjoy the Ayurvedic spa of Le Meridien in Delhi and relax in the 35 acres of landscaped grounds at the ITC Mughal in Agra.

When visiting the pharaonic treasures in Luxor your base will be the superbly well-appointed Steigenberger Palace on the banks of the River Nile that is situated only a short distance from Karnak and the Valley of the Kings.

Balcony class passengers can look forward to the opulence of the Sofitel Palais Imperial in Marrakesh, which is surrounded by stunning gardens.

In Singapore, the Regent Four Seasons with its rooftop pool, spectacular views and excellent restaurants, is one of the best addresses in town.

See pages 50 and 51 for full information.

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The Golden Triangle land tour is included on cruises that begin or end in India

AMAZING AVENTURES ON LAND – INCLUDED! A Voyages to Antiquity cruise not only brings to life the history and cultures of the places you visit but also takes you to the most beautiful places in the world from Cape Town to the shores of the Red Sea. Our ship, Aegean Odyssey, allows us to navigate oceans and rivers. This is especially helpful in Burma as we will travel up the Yangon River to berth in the heart of the nation’s former capital. As we often stay in port overnight our guests can simply step ashore and explore these exciting cities. As part of our philosophy of showing you the best sites, and our commitment to look after you all the way, many of our departures feature wonderful included land tours.

Morocco: from Roman ruins to medieval bazaars After arriving at Casablanca, you’ll see the impressive Hassan II mosque before departing by road to Rabat, the nation’s capital.

Here your sightseeing includes the old town founded by the Carthaginians and later conquered by the Romans, and the Kasbah of the Oudayas.

Continue to Marrakesh for an overnight stay in one of the city’s top hotels and a visit to the labyrinthine old quarter. Then drive through the Atlas Mountains to rejoin the ship at Agadir.

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South African safaris See Africa’s unique wildlife and track the Big Five (lion, Cape buffalo, elephant, leopard and rhino) in three of South Africa’s best game parks. This tour takes you to the Addo Elephant Park, Hluhluwe Game Reserve and the St Lucia Wetland Park, home to an abundant population of crocodile, hippo and bird life.

Discover India’s Golden Triangle The renowned “Golden Triangle” of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur features the most memorable sights of Mughal and Rajput India. In Delhi, you will discover the monuments of Empire including Lutyens’ India Gate. Jaipur is famous for its palaces of rose-colored stone, and Agra is, of course, home to the Taj Mahal. This comprehensive land tour staying at five-star hotels is included in the price of your cruise on relevant departures.

Egypt and the treasures of the pharaohs Visit some of the most remarkable sites the ancient world has to offer: Karnak, Thebes and the Valley of the Kings, burial place of the New Kingdom pharaohs (including Tutankhamun). You will also experience the world-famous Karnak sound and light show.

Jordan and the magic of Petra As well as having plenty of time to appreciate the ancient city of Petra, our tour of Jordan also takes in the beautiful capital Amman, the well-preserved Graeco-Roman ruins of Jerash and the shores of the Dead Sea or Wadi Rum. Seasonal celebrations with Voyages to Antiquity Our itineraries give you the opportunity to celebrate Christmas and the New Year in such exotic locations as the Indian Ocean and the Seychelles.

Grand voyages, great value Our itineraries have been specifically designed to make it very easy to combine two departures into one unforgettable trip. These extended voyages not only mean that you can experience more of the world’s great wonders, they also represent outstanding value. See pages 48-49.

Game park safaris included in South Africa

Aegean Odyssey moors in the heart of Yangon and is the base for our three days in Burma

OUTSTANDING VOYAGES ~

exceptional value Voyages to Antiquity prides itself in the detail and planning of these cruises.

Our aim is not only to offer an insight into the history of the regions you will visit, but to blend this with the incredible wealth of culture and scenic beauty.

With all the benefits of small-ship cruising, and all the inclusions featured, Voyages to Antiquity provides a unique holiday experience. Plus with special Early Booking Savings – you will also experience extraordinary value.

VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY FEATURES: • Expertly planned itineraries.

• FREE – $1,195 roundtrip air from select US and Canadian cities^.

• Business Class upgrades at reasonable cost.

Shore excursions are included on all voyages

• All meals on Aegean Odyssey with a choice of restaurant and open-seating dining so you can choose when, where and with whom to dine. Plus afternoon tea and late-night snacks.

• Complimentary choice of wine, beer or soft drinks with your evening meal on board.

• Welcome cocktail parties and other entertainment on board.

• A full excursion program with sightseeing included in most ports of call.

• Experienced team of guest speakers.

• Included hotel stays in Marrakesh, Colombo, Singapore, Delhi, Amman and Athens.

• Golden Triangle tour of India and 5-day excursion from Aqaba to Petra and Jordan’s capital, Amman.

• Many nighttime stays in port so you can explore on your own if that’s your choice.

• Included gratuities to your cabin steward and restaurant staff.

• One language, English, is used on board.

• Arrival and departure transfers plus all baggage handling (once you have cleared customs) for guests using Voyages to Antiquity’s air program.

RESERVE YOUR CABIN BY FEBRUARY 28, 2015*

SAVE from $600 to $5,000† per stateroom Low Single Fares FREE AIR FARE on select sailings and Grand Voyages *Offers and savings vary depending on cruise and cabin category selected, are capacity controlled, subject to availability and may be withdrawn at any time. Low single supplements are restricted to categories CC, EE, GG, HH, II, JJ and MM. Look for the individual offers on the following itinerary pages and make sure you reserve your cabin early to secure a great value cruise-vacation. ^See page 53 for further details of our low-cost and free air fare offers. †Based on double occupancy.

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AEGEAN ODYSSEY COMBINES THE BEST OF TRADITIONAL ELEGANCE WITH ALL THE MODERN CONVENIENCES OF A FIRST-CLASS SHIP.

CLASSICALLY ELEGANT, BUT FAR FROM STUFFY OR FORMAL, AEGEAN ODYSSEY ALSO PROVIDES WONDERFUL SERVICE AND AN INTIMATE ATMOSPHERE.

OTHER ADVANTAGES OF THE SHIP’S SIZE ARE THAT SHE IS ABLE TO VISIT PORTS THAT ARE TOO SMALL FOR LARGER VESSELS, NAVIGATE CLOSE TO SCENIC ISLANDS AND CRUISE UP THE RANGOON RIVER TO BERTH IN THE HEART OF THE BURMESE CITY OF YANGON.

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SHIP’S AMENITIES • 2 RESTAURANTS PLUS OUTDOOR TERRACE DINING • 3 LOUNGES • 4 BARS • LECTURE THEATER • LIBRARY • SHOP • INTERNET CENTER • OUTDOOR POOL • ATHENA HEALTH SPA AND GYM • BEAUTY SALON • MEDICAL CENTER • TELEPHONE, FAX AND E-MAIL VIA SATELLITE

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• SATELLITE TV, HAIR DRYER AND PERSONAL SAFE IN EVERY CABIN

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Experience the best of

small-ship cruising

On board Aegean Odyssey you will experience the finest traditions of cruising.

She is a mid-size vessel carrying around 350 guests and features wide, teak decks and spacious public rooms. With openseating dining, inside or al fresco, several bars and lounges to relax, and the immaculate service of a friendly and attentive crew, you can be sure of a superior cruise experience.

Cruise in comfort – relax in style You’ll discover an intimate and relaxed atmosphere throughout the ship. By day the spacious decks provide the perfect

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place to unwind as you sail along South Africa’s coast and to the tropical islands of the Indian Ocean. Public rooms offer an understated elegance. The Ambassador Lounge is where our speakers inform and our musicians entertain, whilst the Charleston Lounge is the perfect place to meet friends – old and new – with light music and, perhaps, a little dancing.

On the top deck, the panoramic Observation Lounge and bar is a wonderful spot to watch the waves go by during the day, or enjoy a nightcap looking at the stars in the evening.

The well-stocked library is beautifully appointed with wood paneling, and is regularly updated by Oxford-based booksellers Blackwells. There is an extensive range of volumes covering the history, art, culture and philosophy of the countries you will visit. In addition, there is an extensive collection of reference books, modern and classic fiction, and general interest volumes.

Newspapers are delivered daily via satellite and are available in the library.

You will also find a selection of board games from Monopoly to chess. For those passengers who want to keep in touch with friends, check their emails or

find out what is happening in the world, there is an internet center. Or for those in need of a little retail therapy, there is also a well-stocked shop.

A welcome difference One of the things that sets us apart from the rest is that we plan our cruise itineraries to maximize your time in port with many late evening sailings and overnight stays.

This will give you the opportunity to plan an evening on board and ashore – perhaps having a cocktail in one of Cape Town’s many bars or sampling the wonderful cuisines of India and Asia, or just an after-dinner stroll for a nightcap as you watch the world go by.

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refreshing the body as well as the mind

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Days at sea: relax or revive

Renowned lecture program

During days at sea you may simply wish to enjoy the sun on the Lido Deck or cool off in the outdoor pool. Perhaps borrow a book from the library and read in one of the cool lounges. Alternatively, you could start the day with an early morning yoga session or plan a visit to the Athena Health Spa and Gym. Here you will find the latest gym equipment for a serious workout, a sauna, and a good selection of therapies and treatments to refresh and renew you during your cruise. More pampering can be found in the hairdressers and beauty center.

If you want to attend to the mind not the body, there will be a program of lectures – held in the Ambassador Lounge – designed to not only inform and entertain but also to bring to life the wonderful sites you will visit. There will normally be a number of guest speakers on your cruise, each with a different area

of expertise. Prior to arrival in each port of call, there will be a port briefing to inform you of the sites, culture and history of your next destination.

Nights to remember Start your evening with a cocktail in the Lido Bar as you watch the sun go down and meet old and new-found friends.

Or enjoy an aperitif in the Charleston Lounge while being entertained by our resident trio. As well as being one of the world’s most historically interesting and naturally beautiful destinations, India and Southeast Asia are also home to a range of unsurpassed culinary traditions.

This gastronomic culture of using the very best fresh local ingredients cooked in a simple but delicious and healthy style is the inspiration for the restaurants on Aegean Odyssey.

Your cabin comforts Your on-board comfort is one of our prime concerns. All cabins feature flatscreen television, safe, hairdryer and plush bedding and most outside cabins have windows rather than portholes.

A complete refurbishment in 2010 allowed us to create a feeling of luxury in all our accommodations.

BalconyCLASS As well as adding a new dimension of luxury to our cabins and staterooms, we have created a special level of accommodation entitled “Balcony Class.”

In addition to the standard cabin features mentioned, guests in Balcony Class (categories A to D) will also enjoy: • STATEROOM OR SUITE WITH BALCONY • A WELCOME BOTTLE OF CHAMPAGNE & PETIT FOURS • REFRIGERATOR STOCKED WITH SOFT DRINKS • COMPLIMENTARY BOTTLED WATER • ROBE AND SLIPPERS • MOLTON BROWN BATHROOM AMENITIES • PRIORITY SIGHTSEEING BOARDING

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impeccable service

wonderful food

The Marco Polo Restaurant (Lunch and Dinner) The most formal of the ship’s restaurants, the Marco Polo has full waiter service, casual country-club elegance (a jacket is suggested at dinner) and a menu offering dishes inspired by Oriental and Italian cuisines. At lunchtime you can choose between light Asian-inspired dishes and traditional Italian favorites.

In the evening, dinner will include appetizers, soup, salad, a choice of three or four main courses and desserts.

As well as the complimentary wine, there is a full list of fine wines and champagne to accompany your dinner.

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The Terrace Café & Grill (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner) With a combination of indoor and outdoor seating, sophisticated interior design and cooking on the open grill, the Terrace Café has a casual atmosphere replicating the charm and ambiance of a seaside restaurant. As well as the grill, there is a large buffet with hot dishes of the day, a selection of salads, and Thai and Asian specialties such as satay and noodles. The day starts in the Terrace Café with breakfast where you can either enjoy a healthy combination of yogurt, fruit and muesli or indulge in eggs, bacon or an omelette.

Marco Polo restaurant Appetizers CHILLED TROPICAL FRUIT COCKTAIL with rosemary honey

CARPACCIO OF MONKFISH with avocado and sun-dried tomato dressing

RAGOUT FIN OF QUAILS & LYCHEES presented with a truffle oil flavored potato-parsley cream

Soup & Salad GREEN SQUASH SOUP with toasted sesame seeds

GADO-GADO SALAD with fresh vegetables and egg combined with coconut milk, garlic and soy sauce

Main Courses SMOKED SALMON & ZUCCHINI FARFALLE CAPE MALAY FISH CURRY Rock Ling fillet with red bird’s-eye chili, served with coriander, fresh curry leaves, fennel and crushed garlic on a bed of yellow rice

BRAISED DUCK ORIENTAL STYLE

Outside at the Terrace is the perfect place to start your evening. Here you can choose from a selection of inspired appetizers, try some delicious seafood or pick from the wide range of authentic pizzas. Equal care has been given to the selection of wines available and these will be served at your table by our helpful waiting staff.

Afternoon Tea There is something magical about the tradition of taking tea at sea.

On afternoons when you are not ashore, freshly prepared sandwiches, cakes and scones will be served.

Accompanying these is, of course, a selection of refreshing teas and a choice of coffees. A cup of Darjeeling, a slice of freshly baked cake and panoramic views of the sea: the perfect combination.

with Chinese cabbage, William potato and classic Asian sauce

GRILLED MIGNONS OF BEEF TENDERLOIN served with an medley of truffle flavored Madeira vegetables and chateau potatoes

from the vegetarian kitchen

MUSHROOM & VEGETABLE BAKE with lime and herb-flavored yogurt

RICE-FILLED VINE LEAVES

Late Night Snacks For those passengers enjoying a late night discussing the excitement of the day’s sightseeing, a selection of light snacks freshly prepared by our chefs will be available in the Charleston Lounge.

with grilled tomato, green peas and a feta cheese sauce

Desserts CHOCOLATE TRUFFLE CAKE with fruit coulis APPLE TARTE TATIN with rum raisin ice cream LEMON TULIP with fresh fruit CHEESE TROLLEY SLICED FRESH FRUITS SELECTION OF ICE CREAM & SORBETS

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After all is said and done, what passengers love most about Aegean Odyssey is the warm and intimate atmosphere. Ships, like people, have personalities. Some are proper and formal. Others offer the anonymity of a large hotel. On board Aegean Odyssey you are greeted as a returning family member even if it’s your first time on board.

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IT’S OUR PEOPLE

THAT MAKE ALL THE DIFFERENCE Home away from home

At your service

On board Aegean Odyssey, you are greeted as a returning family member – even if it is your first time on board. You’ll find smiles and welcomes from everyone from the Captain to your cabin steward. And unlike a vast megaliner, it is easy to meet fellow passengers whose passions and interests are similar to your own.

Ask any world traveler where they receive the best service and they will undoubtedly answer the Far East. Of all the nationalities in that part of the world, it is the Filipinos who carry the highest reputation for attention to detail. Fluent in English and always serving with a smile, our Filipino crew will win your hearts.

Your cabin steward will refresh your stateroom before you even realize you need it.

Your waiter will remember whether you take tea or coffee, and the barman whether you like your Martini shaken or stirred.

They, and the rest of our officers and crew, are dedicated to making your vacation a delightful experience.

Just a few comments from previous guests “My

wife and l enjoyed Voyages to Antiquity enormously as did our dear friends from Australia who were with us on this trip. The staff and crew were excellent, the ship was spotless and the land tours excellent. We look forward to another trip with you in the future. Thank you for a First Class trip and for the courtesies and professionalism bestowed upon us by your excellent staff.”

C.C. - USA

It is this personal approach that our guests remember and value most highly. But don’t just take our word for it, here is what recent travelers aboard Aegean Odyssey had to say.

“The cruises are itinerary driven with a strong emphasis on shore excursions (which are included in the package price!) that stress cultural history at ports of call.

And while I remember – no bingo, no casino, no photographer, no chorus line and no Baked Alaska! Need I say more?”

M.R. - Canada

“WOW! Wonderful in every way! I came

by myself, but never felt alone. The ship was very comfortable and easy to get around. The shore excursions far exceeded my expectations! I look forward to another adventure on this intimate ship.”

R.S. - USA

“The voyage was a wonderful experience and the best way for me to celebrate my 70th birthday. From my initial dealings with the booking office, to the organised tours of the various sites, to the passengers and crew everything was perfect. The crew was most solicitous – the maître’d made certain that I had a quiet table each evening, the cabin steward saw to my every need, the cruise coordinator organised a dinner celebration for my birthday. Everything R.S. - USA was just LOVELY!!”

“My husband and l have just completed a

26-day voyage on Aegean Odyssey. From the moment we stepped on the gangplank we were treated like VIPs. All staff, and we mean all, were helpful, friendly and professional. The meals were beautifully presented and delicious. The selection of items at all meals, was amazing, our compliments to the chef. The Hotel Manager was a great guy... and our steward kept our room in tip-top shape... the crew excelled. Thank you all for making this the H & T.F. Canada finest trip ever for us.”

“I have recently returned and feel disposed to write and congratulate all concerned in providing me with a truly memorable experience. I was a single passenger taking my first cruise, and can honestly say that I could not find even the smallest fault with the whole experience.

The ship, its facilities, the food on board, all the crew and the excursions within the 10 day itinerary were better than I dared to expect, and speaking to fellow passengers who were often well experienced in cruising, they too were pleasantly surprised at the high standards attained throughout. My only complaint is that you have of course spoiled me for any cruise other than with your Company, and I look forward to G. G. B. MBE - UK joining you again.”

“The ship was absolutely marvellous, the

crew outstanding, accommodation food, service, entertainment all first class, and interesting Guest Speakers made it a B.W. - Australia wonderful cruise.”

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FROM THE WESTERN SAHARA DESERT AND THE EXTRAORDINARY WILDLIFE OF

AFRICA

TO IDYLLIC PALM-FRINGED ISLANDS, THESE REMARKABLE VOYAGES TAKE YOU TO THE NATURAL WONDERS AND GREAT HISTORICAL SITES OF SOUTH

AFRICA, THE INDIAN OCEAN,

SOUTHEAST ASIA AND THE ANCIENT CIVILIZATIONS OF THE

RED SEA AND MEDITERRANEAN.

WITH SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS INCLUDED AT VIRTUALLY ALL PORTS OF CALL, PLUS EXCITING LAND TOURS WITH EXTENDED STAYS AND OVERNIGHTS IN SELECTED PORTS, YOU CAN ENJOY MORE TIME ASHORE.

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africa &

IN SEARCH OF THE BIG FIVE ON INCLUDED SOUTH AFRICAN SAFARIS Elephant, lion, black rhino, buffalo and leopard – here is an amazing opportunity to see the magnificent wildlife of the African savannah. Three of the following voyages include visits to the Addo Elephant Park, Hluhluwe Game Reserve and St Lucia Nature Reserve.

ADDO ELEPHANT PARK This is a true conservation success story. When the park was set up in 1931 it contained 11 elephants, today it is home to over 450. The species found here is somewhat smaller than the traditional African elephant and is also slightly reddish in color as opposed to the more usual grey tone. The park is also home to abundant animal and bird life.

HLUHLUWE GAME RESERVE Perhaps the main attraction of Hluhluwe is its population of rare white rhinos, a species increasingly under threat of extinction due to poaching for the Chinese medicine trade. In this reserve you are also likely to spot cheetah, giraffe, leopard and a host of other iconic African animals.

the indian ocean

ST LUCIA NATURE RESERVE Here you will enjoy a safari with a difference as you swap the usual Land Rover for a boat and take to the waters of Lake St Lucia. This is home to the greatest population of crocodiles and hippos in South Africa.

Lake St Lucia is also a paradise for birdwatchers as it is home to over 500 different species.

Please note that wildlife sightings of specific animals cannot be guaranteed.

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SPAIN

Atlantic Ocean

MALAGA TO MALAGA DEPARTS NOVEMBER 5, 2015

A TASTE OF SPAIN,

MADEIRA &MOROCCO

Cruise out into the Atlantic Ocean to Madeira and the Canary Islands and explore the very best of Morocco

In 1951, Winston Churchill wanted to retreat somewhere ‘warm, bathable, comfortable and flowery’ where he could paint and work on his war memoirs. Wisely, he chose Madeira. During your visit you will see Camara de Lobos, one of the villages that inspired Churchill to paint, and also have enough free time to explore the famous Botanical Gardens.

You reach the island having sailed from the historical Spanish mainland port of Cadiz and en route to the Canary Islands. Here you will discover a little-known aspect of the islands as you travel to the Caldera de Taburiente National Park and journey deep inland to the fascinating interior of Fuerteventura – a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve – with its historic churches and rugged landscapes.

Before reaching Morocco and a chance to experience the very best it has to offer including Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier and Marrakesh, plus the lesser-known but equally exciting city of Taroudant, there is time to call at the port of El Marsa. From here you will venture into the sand dunes of the Western Sahara Desert and experience one of the great wildernesses of the world.

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Malaga

Cadiz

Tangier

Funchal

Madeira

Casablanca MOROCCO

Marrakesh

canary islands

La Palma

Agadir Fuerteventura El Marsa

western sahara Desert

15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $5,145pp DATE

PORT

NOV 5

Depart USA/Canada

NOV 6

Arrive MALAGA Spain Embark Aegean Odyssey

NOV 7

CADIZ (Jerez) Spain

ARRIVE

DEPART

8.00pm 8.00am

2.00pm

2.00pm

overnight

NOV 11 LA PALMA Canary Islands

1.00pm

7.00pm

NOV 12 FUERTEVENTURA Canary Islands

2.00pm

NOV 13 EL MARSA (Laayoune) Western Sahara Desert

7.00am

NOV 8

At Sea

NOV 9

FUNCHAL Madeira

NOV 10 FUNCHAL Madeira

6.00pm

6.00pm 8.00pm

NOV 14 At Sea 8.00am NOV 15 AGADIR/TAROUDANT/ MARRAKESH Morocco Morning sightseeing excursion to Taroudant, followed by afternoon drive to Marrakesh overnight hotel NOV 16 MARRAKESH/CASABLANCA Morocco Morning sightseeing. Afternoon drive to Casablanca to rejoin ship NOV 17 CASABLANCA (Rabat) Morocco

overnight 8.00pm

NOV 18 TANGIER Morocco

1.00pm

NOV 19 MALAGA Spain Disembark and transfer to Malaga Airport for flight home

7.00am

7.00pm

AEG151106

14-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing and an overnight excursion to MARRAKESH

BOOK EARLY

SAVE $700 TO $1,200 PER STATEROOM†

CADIZ AND A TASTE OF SPAIN Cadiz was the gateway to the New World and its old town reflects the city’s rich history with its cluster of narrow streets opening on to charming small squares.

You will see the old town, visit the Plaza España and the gardens where the famous monument of Las Cortes (Spanish Parliament) of 1812 is situated and the Moorish-style Alameda de Apodaca Gardens, a reminder of their occupancy in past centuries. Then drive inland to Jerez de la Frontera and visit Bodega Gonzalez Byass, one of the most famous wine cellars for a tour and sherry tasting.

and get the best look at the island’s rugged interiors from the site of the Guanche Kings. These huge statues stand at one of the highest points in Fuerteventura, serving up panoramic views of the countryside below.

ATLANTIC ISLANDS – MADEIRA & THE CANARIES After a relaxing day’s sail from the Spanish mainland, your visit to Madeira includes a tour of the dramatic scenery of the island’s interior, a visit to the picturesque fishing village of Camara de Lobos, and a trip to Cabo Girao to experience Madeira’s breathtaking coastline. There is also plenty of free time to take a cocktail at Reid’s Hotel, visit the Botanical Gardens or taste Madeira’s famous wine.

THE BEST OF MOROCCO Arrive at the southern Moroccan port of Agadir and drive through the fertile Souss Valley to the old imperial city of Taroudant.

Explore the medina with its ancient souks, before an afternoon drive through the Atlas Mountains to Marrakech. Your visit here includes the labyrinthine Old Quarter and Marjorelle Gardens. Continue on to Casablanca to rejoin Aegean Odyssey.

Sail into the harbor of Santa Cruz on La Palma island and you are greeted by the island’s stunning volcanic landscape.

Here you can either explore La Palma or venture inland to the Caldera de Taburiente National Park. Fuerteventura might be known for its amazing beaches, but there’s a lot more to this island. On your included tour, you’ll journey deep inland to discover forgotten villages dotted with whitewashed houses, beautiful old churches and hidden cobbled streets.

You’ll take in the traditional former capital, Betancuria, and the picturesque village of Pajara. You’ll also call in at an aloe vera plantation, stop in the windmill museum Moroccan experience

LAAYOUNE AND THE WESTERN SAHARA DESERT From the port of El Marsa, you’ll drive across the sand dunes to the city of Laayoune with its unique Spanish-Saharan architecture and colorful markets. Your journey will take you through one of the world’s great desert landscapes.

Located on the Atlantic coastline, Rabat, meaning “fortified place”, is Morocco’s capital. Highlights include the Kasbah of the Oudaias, the Royal Palace, and the old town founded by the Carthaginians, conquered by the Romans and later settled by the Arabs. In Tangier your tour includes the caves of Hercules – a place of stunning natural beauty and where Hercules is said to have rested after finishing his 12 labors – and the Kasbah.

FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR*

15 DAYS FROM MALAGA TO MALAGA STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

9,995

9,395

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

8,995

8,445

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

8,695

8,145

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,150

7,650

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

7,895

7,395

G

Premium Outside

7,450

7,000

H

Premium Outside

7,095

6,645

I

Premium Outside

6,775

6,375

$10,750 $10,150

J

Standard Outside

6,450

6,050

K

Premium Inside

6,095

5,745

L

Premium Inside

5,795

5,445

M

Standard Inside

5,495

5,145

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy. *Free roundtrip air includes all government fees and taxes.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

ADD 2 NIGHTS IN MADRID Extend your vacation with an optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid on the way to Malaga. Includes 4-star hotel with breakfast, half day city sightseeing, transfers and hi-speed train ticket between Madrid and Malaga.

Twin/Double $565pp; Single $775

Enjoy 2 optional nights in Madrid, see opposite

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Tangier Malaga Casablanca Marrakesh Las Palmas Agadir canary MOROCCO islands Dakhla

MALAGA TO CAPE TOWN DEPARTS NOVEMBER 18, 2015

VOYAGE TO

SOUTH AFRICA A remarkable journey from the souks of Morocco to the wild coast of Namibia and summer sunshine in Cape Town

Cape Verde Islands

Western Sahara desert

Bom Bom Sao Tome

Sao Tome & Principe

Atlantic Ocean

Luanda

Angola

Walvis Bay Luderitz Namibia

South Africa

Cape Town

32-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $9,750pp† DATE

PORT

NOV 18

Depart USA/Canada

NOV 19

Arrive MALAGA Spain Embark Aegean Odyssey

NOV 20

TANGIER Morocco

NOV 21

CASABLANCA/RABAT/ 8.00am MARRAKESH Morocco Morning sightseeing in Casablanca and Rabat. Afternoon drive to Marrakesh overnight hotel

From the Moroccan port of Agadir, you continue the cruise south calling at Las Palmas in the Canary Islands and the port of Dakhla in the Western Sahara Desert for a trip into the remarkable sand dunes. Then head out into the Atlantic to visit two tropical island nations: Cape Verde and Sao Tome & Principe. On this voyage you will also enjoy the maritime tradition of Crossing the Line as Aegean Odyssey passes over the equator on its journey south.

NOV 22

MARRAKESH/AGADIR Morocco Morning sightseeing. Afternoon drive to Agadir to rejoin ship

NOV 23

At Sea

NOV 24

LAS PALMAS Canary Islands 8.00am

NOV 25

At Sea

NOV 26

DAKHLA Western Sahara

The influence of Portugal in the story of Africa is evident in your next destination the Angolan port of Luanda where sightseeing includes the sixteenth-century San Miguel Fort constructed to defend the city from attack by marauding French, Spanish and Dutch armies. Then to the Skeleton Coast of Namibia, a country that boasts some of the most stunning landscapes in Africa. Dominated by Table Mountain, your final destination of Cape Town is another of Africa’s star attractions and is a city of great beauty shaped by its remarkable history.

Despite its proximity to Europe, the sites, sounds and atmosphere of Morocco make it feel a world away. Your visit to this fascinating country includes an overnight land tour to Marrakesh, plus the capital Rabat with its tree-lined boulevards, Royal Palace and twelfth-century medina.

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Praia

ARRIVE

DEPART

10.00pm 7.00am

6.00pm

8.00pm 6.00pm

8.00am

6.00pm

8.00am

6.00pm

NOV 27/28 At Sea NOV 29

PRAIA Santiago Island

NOV 30-DEC 5 At Sea DEC 6

SAO TOME

8.00am

10.00pm

DEC 7

BOM BOM Príncipe

8.00am

9.00pm

DEC 8/9

At Sea – Crossing the Equator Celebrations

DEC 10

LUANDA Angola

7.00am

1.00pm

DEC 11/12 At Sea DEC 13

WALVIS BAY Namibia

8.00am

7.00pm

DEC 14

LUDERITZ Namibia

2.00pm

7.00pm

DEC 15

At Sea

DEC 16

CAPE TOWN South Africa

8.00am

overnight

DEC 17/18 CAPE TOWN South Africa DEC 19

overnight

CAPE TOWN South Africa Disembark and transfer to Cape Town Airport for flight home AEG151119

31-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing and an overnight excursion to MARRAKESH

BOOK EARLY 2ND PERSON SHARING PAYS HALF PRICE†

MOROCCO: TANGIER TO AGADIR In Tangier your tour includes the caves of Hercules – a place of stunning natural beauty and where Hercules is said to have rested after finishing his 12 labors – and the Kasbah. Leave Casablanca by road for Rabat; en route visit the Hassan II Mosque, the second largest mosque outside of Saudi Arabia. Located on the Atlantic coastline, Rabat is Morocco’s capital and highlights here include the Kasbah of the Oudaias, the Royal Palace, and the old town founded by the Carthaginians, conquered by the Romans and later settled by the Arabs. Then to Marrakesh with its famous medina and bustling Djemaa el-Fna Square. Continue on to Agadir to rejoin Aegean Odyssey.

FROM THE CANARY ISLANDS TO THE WESTERN SAHARA DESERT Head inland from Las Palmas to discover Gran Canaria's spectacular but little visited interior including the Bandama Crater and the historic city of Arucas with its charming Marquise's Gardens. From the port of Dakhla, once capital of the Spanish province of Rio de Oro, you’ll journey through one of the world’s great unspoiled desert landscapes with its authentic nomadic lifestyle and view the wildlife surrounding a beautiful lagoon.

Westen Sahara Desert

CHURCHILL IN MARRAKESH Marrakesh held a special place in Winston Churchill’s heart and he once described the Moroccan city as “simply the nicest place on Earth to spend an afternoon.” Churchill first visited Marrakesh in the Thirties when he spent the winter of 1935 painting what he called “the Paris of the Sahara.” So taken was he with the place that, during a vital conference with Franklin D Roosevelt in Casablanca in 1943, Churchill broke off discussions in order to show the American President his favorite city. After the war, Churchill often visited and usually stayed at Marrakesh’s most famous hotel, La Mamounia.

REMOTE ISLANDS OF THE ATLANTIC OCEAN Enjoy the African feel to Praia, capital of the Cape Verde island of Sao Tiago. Travel to the old Portuguese capital of Cidade Velha with its fort, cathedral and colonial houses. The island of Sao Tome, another former Portuguese colony, has many interesting sites including the National Museum, lively city market and the chance to visit a plantation. Enjoy a day relaxing

FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR*

and enjoying tropical beach life at the exotically-named resort of Bom Bom on the island of Principe.

ANGOLA AND NAMIBIA Once known as the “Paris of Africa”, Luanda has suffered a traumatic recent history and this tour will reveal a city beginning to regain its confidence. See the Palacio de Ferro designed by Gustav Eiffel of Tower fame, the colonial suburb of Cidade Alta and visit the fascinating Angolan National Museum. Your first port in Namibia is Walvis Bay from where you take the short but scenic (sand tunes on one side, the rolling Atlantic on the other) drive to the colonial town of Swakopmund. Return to the Walvis Bay Lagoon renowned for its marine and bird life. Further down the coast is Luderitz a town of history and charm. Founded

by Bremen merchant Adolf Luderitz in 1883, your walking tour will take in the remarkable colonial architecture and the Luderitz Museum that tells the town’s story as a diamond port.

HISTORIC CAPE TOWN “To us on Robben Island, Table Mountain was a beacon of hope. It represented the mainland to which we knew we would one day return.” Nelson Mandela Your stay in this city will include a cable car ride up Table Mountain. In free time you’ll have the opportunity to see Mandela’s cell on Robben Island, take a trip to the Stellenbosch Valley including wine tasting, or visit the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. Any spare time you have is easily filled in this charming and fascinating place.

32 DAYS FROM MALAGA TO CAPE TOWN STATEROOM CATEGORY

FIRST PERSON

SECOND PERSON†

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

$22,950 $11,923

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

20,250

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

17,995

9,445

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

17,195

9,045

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

15,950

8,423

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

15,295

8,095

G

Premium Outside

14,295

7,595

H

Premium Outside

13,495

7,195

I

Premium Outside

12,695

6,795

10,573

J

Standard Outside

11,850

6,373

K

Premium Inside

10,995

5,945

L

Premium Inside

10,350

5,623

M

Standard Inside

9,750

5,323

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy. *Free roundtrip air includes all government fees and taxes.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

Namibian culture

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CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR VOYAGE CAPE TOWN TO CAPE TOWN DEPARTS DECEMBER 18, 2015

CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR IN

SOUTH AFRICA Enjoy summer sunshine and spend the festive season on this remarkable voyage to the best of southern Africa “This is a pretty and singular town; it lies at the foot of an enormous wall (the Table Mountain), which reaches into the clouds, and makes a most imposing barrier. Cape Town is a great inn, on the great highway to the east.” These words of Charles Darwin, written in a letter to his sister, will resonate with you after spending a few days in this wonderful city.

South Africa is also famous for its amazing wildlife and you will not be short of safari memories after visiting three of the country’s most renowned game reserves. For some the highlight of these trips will no doubt be spotting the Big Five (buffalo, elephant, lion, leopard and rhino) but for others it may be seeing the remarkable birdlife or the majestic giraffe that stay longest in the memory. A call at Mossel Bay allows for a journey along the scenic Garden Route into the Outeniqua Mountains.

Also on this cruise you will celebrate Christmas and New Year’s Eve at sea and visit the colonial town of Luderitz on Namibia’s remarkable Skeleton Coast.

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Luderitz Namibia Richards Bay

South Atlantic Ocean

Indian Ocean

Cape South Africa Town Mossel Bay Port Elizabeth

Southern Ocean 19-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $5,995pp DATE

PORT

DEC 18

Depart USA/Canada

ARRIVE

DEPART

DEC 19

Arrive CAPE TOWN South Africa Embark Aegean Odyssey

overnight

DEC 20

CAPE TOWN (Table Mountain) South Africa

overnight

DEC 21

CAPE TOWN (Stellenbosch) South Africa

overnight

DEC 22

CAPE TOWN South Africa

7.00pm

DEC 23

At Sea

DEC 24

PORT ELIZABETH South Africa (Addo Elephant Park)

DEC 25

Christmas Day celebrations at sea

DEC 26

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (Hluhluwe Game Reserve)

DEC 27

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (St Lucia Nature Reserve)

8.00am 2.00pm 5.00am overnight 9.00pm

DEC 28/29 At Sea DEC 30

MOSSEL BAY South Africa (Garden Route)

8.00am 6.00pm

DEC 31/ New Year’s celebrations at sea JAN 1 ‘16 JAN 2

LUDERITZ Namibia

8.00am overnight

JAN 3

LUDERITZ Namibia

6.00pm

JAN 4

At Sea

JAN 5

CAPE TOWN South Africa Disembark and transfer to Cape Town Airport for flight home

8.00am

AEG151219

18-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing and extended stays in CAPE TOWN, RICHARDS BAY and LUDERITZ

BOOK EARLY

SAVE $600 TO $1,500 PER STATEROOM†

THE HISTORY AND SITES IN AND AROUND CAPE TOWN “This cape is the most stately thing and the fairest cape we saw in the whole circumference of the earth.” These were the words of Sir Francis Drake when he first saw the site of what is today Cape Town.

Your stay in this historic and picturesque city – known as South Africa’s “Mother City” – will show you the best this marvelous place has to offer. After an orientation tour, you will take the unforgettable cable car ride up Table Mountain and then take the ferry to Robben Island. This infamous prison was the place of Nelson Mandela’s incarceration and your tour includes the later president’s cell.

You will also visit one of the world famous wine estates in Stellenbosch and taste the vintages. In free time, you may wish to explore the stunning Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens. And, as the ship is moored close to the lively Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, you can stroll ashore and enjoy the many restaurants and bars.

SOUTH AFRICA’S AMAZING NATURAL HISTORY The Addo Elephant Park is the first of your game reserve safaris and features the park’s namesake elephants. Addo also comprises five distinct habitats – from grassland to montane forest – and so there is a wealth of wildlife on show. While exactly what is seen varies day-to-day, the sights are always spectacular. At Hluhluwe Game Reserve, as well as the chance to get up close to many beautiful species, the stand out attraction is the park’s population of rare white rhinos. A different experience awaits at St Lucia Wetland Reserve as you cruise the lake in search of hippo and crocodiles. This park also boasts an incredible variety of bird life.

Three days in Cape Town, South Africa

MOSSEL BAY AND THE GARDEN ROUTE The ancient forests, craggy peaks covered in flowering scrub called fynbos, and the desert-like landscape combine to create one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world – the Garden Route.

Your journey takes you into the Outeniqua Mountains and to Oudtshoorn, a town set in an oasis-like valley. The opulent architecture of Oudtshoorn is testament to the Ostrich Feather Boom that was fuelled by the demand for feathers for women’s clothing which ran from 1860-1914.

LUDERITZ AND NAMIBIA’S SKELETON COAST Luderitz is a town of history and charm.

Founded by Bremen merchant Adolf Luderitz in 1883, it blossomed during the diamond rush at the beginning of the 20th century. Your walking tour will take in the remarkable colonial architecture including the opulent Goerke Haus one of the “diamond palaces” built in 1910 and the Luderitz Museum that tells the town’s story as a diamond port. You will also venture into the Namib Desert to visit the eerily beautiful ghost town of Kolmanskop.

Once a thriving and wealthy diamond town, Kolmanskop was abandoned after World War I when the prospectors moved on. There is also the opportunity to see the fabulous wildlife on Halifax Island.

19 DAYS FROM CAPE TOWN TO CAPE TOWN STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

$13,995 $13,245

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

12,950

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,550

10,950

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

10,950

10,350

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,195

9,695

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,750

9,250

G

Premium Outside

9,150

8,700

H

Premium Outside

8,650

8,200

I

Premium Outside

8,150

7,750

12,300

J

Standard Outside

7,595

7,195

K

Premium Inside

7,095

6,745

L

Premium Inside

6,650

6,300

M

Standard Inside

6,295

5,995

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

Namibia’s remarkable landscapes

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Richards Bay

CAPE TOWN TO CAPE TOWN DEPARTS JANUARY 4, 2016

GAME PARKS OF SOUTH AFRICA

South Atlantic Ocean

Durban

Cape Town

Known as the Mother City, and nestling in the shadow of the spectacular Table Mountain, Cape Town's setting could not be more stunning. As well as breathtaking scenery, this is also an exciting cultural city with a fascinating history and your stay here will give you plenty of time to appreciate all its charms.

Two of South Africa's greatest natural attractions feature in this itinerary: the botanical marvels of the Garden Route and the magnificent African wildlife.

Your journey along the Garden Route into the Outeniqua Mountains starts from the picturesque small harbour town of Mossel Bay, and your safari adventures take you to three of South Africa’s best game parks and the opportunity to get up close to Africa’s iconic wildlife.

There is also time to call at the vibrant city of Durban with its memorable Botanical Gardens – famous for its orchid house – and bustling craft market.

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Port Mossel Elizabeth Bay

Southern Ocean

Enjoy Cape Town's charms, spot the Big Five on safari, travel the stunning Garden Route

When asked about his impression of South Africa, former American President Bill Clinton replied, "South Africa isn't just beautiful, it is achingly beautiful" and this two-week journey might well have been designed to give form to his words.

Indian Ocean

South Africa

14-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $3,995pp DATE

PORT

JAN 4

Depart USA/Canada

ARRIVE

DEPART

JAN 5

Arrive CAPE TOWN South Africa Embark Aegean Odyssey

overnight

JAN 6

CAPE TOWN South Africa

overnight

JAN 7

CAPE TOWN South Africa

JAN 8

MOSSEL BAY South Africa (Garden Route)

noon 9.00am 8.00pm

JAN 9/10 At Sea JAN 11

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (Hluhluwe Game Reserve)

JAN 12

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (St. Lucia Nature Reserve)

JAN 13

DURBAN South Africa

5.00am overnight 9.00pm 7.00am

7.00pm

JAN 14

At Sea

JAN 15

PORT ELIZABETH South Africa 8.00am (Addo Elephant Park)

6.00pm

JAN 16

At Sea

JAN 17

CAPE TOWN South Africa 7.00am Disembark and transfer to Cape Town Airport for flight home AEG160105

13-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing, game parks and an extended stay in CAPE TOWN

BOOK EARLY

SAVE $1,400 TO $3,000 PER STATEROOM†

CAPE TOWN: SOUTH AFRICA’S “MOTHER CITY” The great naturalist Charles Darwin was so moved by the time he spent in Cape Town that he was moved to write to his sister: “This is a pretty and singular town; it lies at the foot of an enormous wall (the Table Mountain), which reaches into the clouds, and makes a most imposing barrier. Cape Town is a great inn, on the great highway to the east.” Your visit to this fabulous city will, we hope, do justice to his words.

The beauty of Cape Town’s location will certainly make an impression when you take the cable car up Table Mountain and get a breathtaking panoramic view of its situation. Your visit also offers the chance of a trip to infamous Robben Island or a visit to a winery in the Stellenbosch Valley, and time to enjoy this wonderful place.

MOSSEL BAY AND THE GARDEN ROUTE The ancient forests, craggy peaks covered in flowering scrub called fynbos, and the desert-like landscape combine to create one of the most spectacular natural wonders in the world, the Garden Route.

Your journey takes you into the Outeniqua Mountains and to Oudtshoorn, a town set in an oasis-like valley. The opulent architecture of Oudtshoorn is testament to the Ostrich Feather Boom that was fueled by the demand for feathers for women’s clothing which ran from 1860-1914.

ON SAFARI: LAND OF LION, ELEPHANT AND LEOPARD At Hluhluwe Game Reserve as well as the chance to get up close to many beautiful species, the stand out attraction is the park’s population of rare white rhinos.

Visit South Africa’s Game Reserves

A different experience awaits at St Lucia Wetland Reserve as you cruise the lake in search of hippo and crocodiles. This park also boasts an incredible variety of birdlife.

The Addo Elephant Park is the final of your game reserve safaris and features, of course, the park’s namesake African elephants. Addo also comprises five distinct habitats – from grassland to montane forest – and so there is a wealth of wildlife on show. While exactly what is seen on a game drive varies day-to-day, the sights are always spectacular.

DURBAN: A FUN LOVING CITY More laid back than Cape Town and the center of South Africa’s sporting life, Durban is a mix of grand colonial buildings and beautiful art deco architecture. Your tour will take you out of the city to the Valley of a Thousand Hills to experience both modern and historical African tribal culture in the Zulu homeland. As well as learning about the tribe’s often bloody history, there will be a performance of the renowned Zulu dance.

14 DAYS FROM CAPE TOWN TO CAPE TOWN STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

$9,995

$8,495

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

9,250

7,850

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

8,350

7,150

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

7,950

6,750

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

7,395

6,295

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

7,095

5,995

G

Premium Outside

6,695

5,695

H

Premium Outside

6,350

5,350

I

Premium Outside

5,995

5,095

J

Standard Outside

5,650

4,750

K

Premium Inside

5,295

4,495

L

Premium Inside

4,995

4,245

M

Standard Inside

4,695

3,995

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

Zulu traditions

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Sri Lanka

Colombo

Kuda Bandos Maldives Praslin/ La Digue Comoros Mahe Mayotte Seychelles

CAPE TOWN TO COLOMBO DEPARTS JANUARY 16, 2016

SOUTH AFRICA TO ASIA VIA THE

INDIAN OCEAN South African game parks give way to tropical islands, jungle landscapes and Buddhist temples

Starting with a two-night stay on board Aegean Odyssey in Cape Town, this itinerary will take you from the magnificent flora and fauna of Africa to the sandy beaches of the Maldives and the lush plantations of Sri Lanka. So this cruise will give you the opportunity to watch big game, shop in spice markets, swim in crystal clear waters and enjoy a barbeque party on the beach.

After Cape Town and your safari adventures at the Addo Elephant Park and Hluhluwe and St Lucia Game Reserves, Aegean Odyssey cruises into the warm waters of the Indian Ocean on the way to Mayotte, a tiny piece of France in the Comoros Islands. It is then on to the pristine sands and laid-back charm of the Seychelles including the islands of Praslin and La Digue where you can stroll along perfect beaches and swim in crystal waters.

Then sail across the Indian Ocean to a true desert island paradise, the Maldives.

The final destination is the island of Sri Lanka and a two-night stay in one of Colombo’s top hotels. Here you will experience the legacy of Colombo's colonial history and the city’s more modern cosmopolitan side.

South Africa

Cape Town

Richards Bay Port Elizabeth

Indian Ocean

Southern Ocean 26-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $6,495pp DATE

PORT

JAN 16

Depart USA/Canada

ARRIVE

DEPART

JAN 17

Arrive CAPE TOWN South Africa Embark Aegean Odyssey

overnight

JAN 18

CAPE TOWN South Africa

overnight

JAN 19

CAPE TOWN South Africa

7.00pm

JAN 20

At Sea

JAN 21

PORT ELIZABETH South Africa 8.00am (Addo Elephant Park)

JAN 22

At Sea

JAN 23

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (Hluhluwe Game Reserve)

JAN 24

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (St Lucia Nature Reserve)

2.00pm

5.00am overnight 2.00pm

JAN 25-27 At Sea JAN 28

MAYOTTE Comoros

2.00pm

6.00pm

2.00pm

overnight

JAN 29/30 At Sea JAN 31

MAHE Seychelles

FEB 1

MAHE Seychelles

6.00pm

FEB 2

PRASLIN/LA DIGUE Seychelles 8.00am

6.00pm

FEB 3-5

At Sea

FEB 6

KUDA BANDOS Maldives

FEB 7

At Sea

FEB 8

COLOMBO Sri Lanka 8.00am Disembark and transfer to hotel overnight hotel

FEB 9

COLOMBO (Kandy) Sri Lanka

FEB 10

COLOMBO Sri Lanka Transfer to Colombo Airport for flight home

1.00pm 10.00pm

overnight hotel

AEG160117

23-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing, plus a hotel stay in COLOMBO

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BOOK EARLY

SAVE $1,600 TO $3,400 PER STATEROOM†

A TASTE OF CAPE TOWN Set against the backdrop of the iconic Table Mountain and resting next to the beautiful waters of Table Bay, the beauty of Cape Town never ceases to take the breath away. It is also a buzzing city famous for its modern culture and rich history.

Your stay in this city will include a trip up Table Mountain, the opportunity to see Mandela’s cell on Robben Island and the opportunity of a trip to the Stellenbosch Valley including a wine tasting. Any spare time you have is easily filled in this charming and fascinating place. It is also a good idea to visit the cultivated areas, such as the famous Kirstenbosch Botanical Gardens.

Tropical islands of the Indian Ocean

SAVING THE WHITE RHINO Saving the white rhinos from extinction is one of the greatest success stories in conservation history. In the early 1890s there were only about 20 white rhino left in the world, all of them existing in Hluhluwe. Today, there are over 1,600 in the reserve and many others have been relocated throughout the world.

As the home of Operation Rhino in the 1950s and 60s, the Park became world-renowned for its white rhino conservation.

The success of this program has recently been compromised by the increase in rhino poaching within the park. This recent threat has not only become a great concern for the park, but for rhino conservationists countrywide.

ON SAFARI: LAND OF LION, ELEPHANT AND LEOPARD The Addo Elephant Park is the first of your game reserve safaris and features, of course, the park’s namesake African elephants. Addo also comprises five distinct habitats – from grassland to montane forest – and so there is a wealth of wildlife on show. At Hluhluwe Game Reserve, as well as the chance to get up close to many beautiful species, the stand out attraction is the park’s population of rare white rhinos (see box). A different experience awaits at St Lucia Wetland Reserve, as you cruise the lake in search of hippo and crocodiles. This park also boasts an incredible variety of birdlife.

While exactly what is seen on a game drive varies day-to-day, the sights are always spectacular.

lagoons. Exotic trees edge the border of white sand beaches on the beautiful Seychelles islands. On granite-peaked Mahe there is a quaint, ramshackle charm to the tin roofs and broad verandas of Victoria, the capital. A trip to the Marine National Park reveals the beauty of the Seychelles coral reef. A paradise for naturalists, the Seychelles are home to some of the greatest variety of flora and fauna in the world. La Digue is home to many rare species of birds and is considered the most beautiful island in the group. Praslin, sanctuary for the rare black parrot, is one of only two places in the world able to grow the famous Coco-de-Mer palm tree.

After cruising through the Maldives, you will spend the day enjoying a barbecue and party on the sandy beaches of the uninhabited island of Kuda Bandos.

SRI LANKA – PEARL OF THE INDIAN OCEAN A jewel of an island, Sri Lanka offers a unique combination of scenery, culture and history. Although Colombo is a thriving modern city, it has not lost its Old World charm, spiritual heart and historical interest. This contrast will become apparent as you see the colorful Pettah Bazaar and visit the Asokaramaya Buddhist temple. Here you will see the incredible murals: the details and colors are exquisite and the Asokaramaya is truly a worthy destination to explore.

26 DAYS FROM CAPE TOWN TO COLOMBO STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

$16,795 $15,095

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

15,350

13,750

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

13,695

12,295

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,995

11,595

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

11,995

10,795

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

11,495

10,295

G

Premium Outside

10,750

9,650

H

Premium Outside

10,150

9,050 8,495

I

Premium Outside

9,495

J

Standard Outside

8,895

7,895

K

Premium Inside

8,295

7,395

L

Premium Inside

7,750

6,900

M

Standard Inside

7,295

6,495

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

TROPICAL ISLANDS Mayotte is the southernmost island in the crescent-shaped Comoros archipelago.

Encircled by a barrier reef, the island is blessed with one of the world's perfect Chance to visit the beautiful Stellenbosch Valley

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EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS OF SMALL-SHIP CRUISING AS

AEGEAN ODYSSEY SAILS INTO THE HEART OF

SOUTHEAST ASIA’S GREAT CITIES. FROM SRI LANKA TO EXOTIC

BURMA AND THE RED SEA THESE FOUR

REMARKABLE JOURNEYS COMBINE EXCITING LAND TOURS AND LUXURY HOTEL STAYS TO GIVE YOU MORE TIME TO ENJOY THIS FASCINATING REGION OF THE WORLD.

HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE EXTENDED STAYS IN VIBRANT SINGAPORE AND THE EXTRAORDINARY COUNTRY OF BURMA, THE GREAT SITES OF INDIA, ANCIENT JORDAN AND EGYPT’S PHARAONIC TREASURES.

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southeast

As part of our commitment to offer you the world’s most magnificent sights and also outstanding value, the following cruises feature extended stays and land tours to enhance your Voyage to Antiquity.

INDIA’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE Traveling between Delhi, Agra and Jaipur, the three points of India’s Golden Triangle, is one of the world’s great journeys. Along the way you will see the unforgettable sites of Mughal and Rajput India, and the legacy of the British Raj. In Delhi the monuments of Empire including the Rajpath and Sir Edwin Lutyen’s India Gate take center stage.

The Rajasthan city of Jaipur is renown for its elaborate palaces and monumental forts. Then on to Agra and the greatest mausoleum of them all, Taj Mahal.

DISCOVER ANCIENT JORDAN Although it is without doubt one of the most striking and beautiful sites in the world, our journeys will show you that there is more to Jordan than Petra. In the capital Amman you will find a modern, cosmopolitan city that also houses some ancient treasures including the Citadel with its Roman and Byzantine sites.

Located some 30 miles north of Amman, Jerash is known for its remarkably well-preserved and extensive Graeco-Roman ruins.

asia, india & red sea

TWO NIGHTS IN YANGON, BURMA In Burma, Aegean Odyssey will berth for two nights in the heart of the former capital city Yangon (Rangoon) allowing plenty of time to explore this amazing city.

Included sightseeing comprises a half-day city tour and a full-day excursion to Bago. Optional excursions by air to Bagan or Mandalay are also available, see page 41.

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COLOMBO TO SINGAPORE DEPARTS FEBRUARY 5, 2016

BURMA & THE MALAY

Burma

Bay of Bengal

Yangon

andaman islands

INDIA

Chennai

Port Blair Sri Lanka

Malacca Strait

Colombo

“This is Burma, and it will be quite unlike any land you know about,” wrote Rudyard Kipling in 1889 and his observation still rings true today. This voyage will take you into the heart of this mysterious, beautiful and deeply spiritual country. This is a land of incredible landscapes, some truly breathtaking, man-made edifices, like the temples at Bagan or the golden Shwedagon, and a warm and friendly people. Your arrival is fittingly spectacular as the size of our ship allows us to sail up the Yangon River to berth in the port of Yangon (Rangoon), the former capital of Burma.

From Burma, Aegean Odyssey sails for Phuket in Thailand. From here you will not only have the chance to explore this delightful resort but also sail to the stunning Phi Phi Islands. An overnight cruise takes you to the Malaysian island of Penang with its rich colonial history and then on to the port of Malacca, once the center of the spice trade.

Your journey concludes with a twonight hotel stay in Singapore, the city that combines the colonial elegance of the Sir Stamford Raffles era with the dynamism of a modern hi-tech city-state.

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Phuket

Penang

Galle

PENINSULA

Sail into the heart of Burma, historical Malaysia and the dynamic city of Singapore

Thailand

Malaysia

Malacca Singapore

21-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $5,895pp DATE

PORT

FEB 5

Depart USA/Canada

ARRIVE

DEPART

FEB 6

Arrive COLOMBO Sri Lanka Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

FEB 7

COLOMBO (Kandy) Sri Lanka

overnight hotel

FEB 8

COLOMBO Sri Lanka Embark Aegean Odyssey

FEB 9

GALLE Sri Lanka

8.00pm 7.00am

1.00pm

7.00am

10.00pm

FEB 14

PORT BLAIR Andaman Islands 8.00am

8.00pm

FEB 15

At Sea

FEB 16

YANGON Burma

FEB 17

YANGON (Bago) Burma

overnight

FEB 18

YANGON Burma

1.00pm

FEB 19

At Sea

FEB 20

PHUKET (Phi Phi Islands or Phang Nga) Thailand 9.00am 8.00pm

FEB 21

PENANG Malaysia

noon

6.00pm

FEB 22

MALACCA Malaysia

2.00pm

6.30pm

FEB 23

SINGAPORE Disembark and transfer to hotel

7.00am

FEB 24

SINGAPORE

FEB 25

SINGAPORE Transfer to Singapore Airport for flight home

FEB 10

At Sea

FEB 11

CHENNAI (Madras) India

FEB 12/13 At Sea

noon

overnight

overnight hotel overnight hotel

AEG160208

16-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing, plus hotel stays in COLOMBO and SINGAPORE

BOOK EARLY

SAVE $1,400 TO $2,700 PER STATEROOM†

SRI LANKA, INDIA & THE ANDAMAN ISLANDS Start your journey with a 2-night hotel stay in Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka.

Here you will visit the Pettah Bazaar and the Asokaramaya Buddhist temple with its incredible murals. Also included is a drive through Sri Lanka’s stunning hill country to the town of Kandy and the Temple of the Tooth containing the famous dental relic of the Buddha.

The final destination in Sri Lanka is Galle, home to the well-preserved 17th century Dutch fort.

Chennai, formerly known as Madras, was founded nearly 400 years ago and is India's sixth largest city. Your tour will include Fort St George which was built by the East India Company in 1640.

Situated in the Bay of Bengal between India and Burma, the Andaman Islands were an important British naval base and penal colony. Port Blair is the islands' capital and home to the Andaman's historic monuments and museums.

Shwedagon Pagoda, Yangon

DISCOVERING THE ANCIENT BURMESE KINGDOM BAGAN Located in the central plains of Myanmar lie the ruins of Bagan covering an area of 16 square miles. Constructed between the 11th and 13th century, this remarkable landscape is peppered with over 2,000 pagodas and temples. Alternatively you can visit MANDALAY, the last Royal capital of Burma, situated on the banks of the Irrawaddy River. See the magnificent Palace, visit the famous Buddhiust monastery and the Maha Muni Pagoda with its spectacular gold-leaf Buddha.

BURMA – LAND OF GOLDEN TEMPLES Gentle and humorous people, monumental golden statues of the Buddha, landscapes dotted with thousands of sacred stupas (Buddhist holy monuments), and a sense of traveling back in time to the days of old Asia are just some of the experiences that will greet you in Myanmar (Burma). As Aegean Odyssey is berthed in the heart of Yangon (Rangoon), you will have plenty of time to explore this remarkable city. A highlight of Yangon is the awe-inspiring golden Shwedagon pagoda with its 320-foot-high stupa that is covered in genuine gold plates (these are donated by ordinary Myanmar people from all over the country): it is truly a remarkable sight. As well as included sightseeing in

Yangon, there’s a full day excursion to Bago. Or you may choose to take an optional excursion by air to visit one of Myanmar’s other highlights – Mandalay or Bagan (see box).

THAILAND & MALAYSIA Although it is a popular resort, Phuket has retained much of its culture. From here, a local boat will take you to the natural wonders of the Phi Phi Islands.

Penang was part of the Malay sultanate until 1786, when Captain Francis Light built a fort at the site of present-day Georgetown and managed to get the island ceded to the British East India Company. You will spend the afternoon exploring the island, visiting the massive reclining Buddha and museum.

Malacca was the capital of the Malacca Sultanate and was the center of the Malay world in the 15th and 16th centuries.

It fell to the hands of the Portuguese in 1511 and centuries of colonization by the Portuguese, Dutch and the British have influenced the architecture of the town. This rich history will come to life as you tour the main colonial sites including the ruined Portuguese fort “A Famosa,” St Paul’s Church that overlooks the Malacca Strait, and Dutch Square.

SINGAPORE – CITY OF LIONS Singapore could be said to be the city that Sir Stamford Raffles built. It was his vision that identified Singapore as the perfect port for British trade and in 1819 he persuaded Sultan Hussein to cede it to the British. Singapore’s fortunes flourished until it fell to the Japanese in World War II but, after post-war independence, the energy and dynamism of Singapore’s people created one of the great modern cities of Asia.

21 DAYS FROM COLOMBO TO SINGAPORE STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

$13,295

$11,945

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

12,350

11,100

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,195

10,095

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

10,695

9,595

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,950

8,950

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,595

8,595

G

Premium Outside

8,995

8,095

H

Premium Outside

8,650

7,750

I

Premium Outside

8,195

7,395

J

Standard Outside

7,750

6,950

K

Premium Inside

7,350

6,650

L

Premium Inside

6,975

6,275

M

Standard Inside

6,595

5,895

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving. *If you choose the Mandalay or Bagan optional, the fullday excursion to Bago is forfeited, but a credit has been allowed for in the price of the optional excursion.

Spice markets in Chennai

Mandalay optional air excursion: Supplement – $495pp* Bagan optional air excursion: Supplement – $465pp*

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Jaipur

Delhi Agra India

Mumbai

SINGAPORE TO DELHI DEPARTS FEBRUARY 20, 2016

PASSAGE TO

SRI LANKA & INDIA Sri Lanka, the Malabar Coast and India's magnificent Golden Triangle – Jaipur, Agra and Delhi

Marmagao Mangalore

Cochin

Sri Lanka

Colombo

Malacca Strait

Malaysia

Penang Malacca Singapore

22-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $6,495pp

Sailing from Singapore, this journey will take you to the

DATE

PORT

FEB 20

Depart USA/Canada

treasures of one of the most fascinating, exotic and beautiful lands in the world, India. First, however, you travel to the fascinating port of Malacca, once center of the spice trade, and the Malaysian island of Penang with its rich colonial history.

FEB 21

Arrive SINGAPORE Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

FEB 22

SINGAPORE

overnight hotel

FEB 23

SINGAPORE Embark Aegean Odyssey

FEB 24

MALACCA Malaysia

8.00am

2.00pm

FEB 25

PENANG Malaysia

1.00pm

7.00pm

2.00pm

overnight

Then on to Colombo, capital of Sri Lanka, and a chance to explore the hill town of Kandy, the seat of Sri Lanka’s ancient kings. Aegean Odyssey continues its voyage along India’s historic Malabar Coast, the long history of which has left this tropical coastline peppered with gems for the visitor.

After this, there is an included land tour of India’s Golden Triangle. The term "golden" is apt as the extraordinary wealth of cultural and historical splendor in each of the three cities is truly remarkable. Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, is home to some of Asia's best bazaars. You could spend days in Delhi, the sprawling, fascinating Indian capital, and not see it all, while Agra, once the heart of the Moghul Empire, boasts the unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal.

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Indian Ocean

ARRIVE

DEPART

7.00pm

FEB 26-28 At Sea FEB 29

COLOMBO Sri Lanka

MAR 1

COLOMBO (Kandy) Sri Lanka

MAR 2

At Sea

MAR 3

COCHIN Kerala, India

7.00am

MAR 4

MANGALORE India

noon

6.00pm

MAR 5

MARMAGAO (Goa) India

7.00am

2.00pm

8.00am

overnight

midnight 8.00pm

MAR 6

MUMBAI India

MAR 7

MUMBAI/JAIPUR India Disembark Aegean Odyssey and fly to Jaipur

overnight hotel

MAR 8

JAIPUR India

overnight hotel

MAR 9

Drive from JAIPUR via FATEHPUR SIKRI to AGRA (Taj Mahal) India

overnight hotel

MAR 10

Drive from AGRA to DELHI India

overnight hotel

MAR 11

DELHI India

overnight hotel

MAR 12

DELHI India Transfer to Delhi Airport for flight home AEG160223

14-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing, plus hotel stay in SINGAPORE and 5-night INDIA land tour

BOOK EARLY

SAVE $2,200 TO $4,000 PER STATEROOM†

SINGAPORE & MALAY PENINSULA The energy and dynamism of Singapore’s people created one of the great modern cities of Asia. A fascinating tour of the city will give you a flavor of both modern and historical Singapore.

The rich history of Malacca will come to life as you tour the main colonial sites including the ruined Portuguese fort “A Famosa,” St Paul’s Church and Dutch Square. Penang, along with Malacca and Singapore, was one of the three British Straits Settlements and the capital, Georgetown, was named after King George III. You will spend the afternoon exploring Georgetown with its wellpreserved colonial core.

COLOMBO & KANDY, SRI LANKA Although Colombo is a modern city, it has not lost its Old World charm, spiritual heart and historical interest. This contrast is apparent as you see the colorful Pettah Bazaar and visit the Asokaramaya Buddhist temple. After a drive through Sri Lanka’s stunning hill country and tea plantations, you arrive at the picturesque, naturally fortified hill town of Kandy, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Here you will visit the Temple of the Tooth and the Botanical Gardens.

CRUISE THE MALABAR COAST TO MUMBAI Situated in the State of Kerala, Cochin has a remarkable history: here you will see the oldest church in India and palaces from the days of the Raj. It was here in 1524 that the Portuguese explorer Vasco da Gama died and his body was entombed in the chapel of Santo Antonio until it was moved to Portugal in 1538. With its languid, tropical atmosphere and magnificent chapel of St Aloysius, Mangalore is a delightful stop on your Taj Mahal, Agra

way up the west coast of India. Old Goa, founded by the Portuguese, is home to churches dating back to the mid-16th century. As well as seeing the historic villas of the Portuguese era, you will visit the Basilica of Bom Jesus.

Your tour will visit all the main sights of Mumbai including Mani Bhavan, a museum that was once the residence of Mahatma Gandhi, the Victorian monuments of the British Empire, the Prince of Wales Museum and the Gateway of India. Next, fly to Delhi and the wonders of the Golden Triangle.

DELHI & THE GOLDEN TRIANGLE Founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, Jaipur is a city of palaces built from rose-colored stone. You will visit the Maharaja’s City Palace, and also see the magnificent Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). Another highlight is the Amber Fort with its lavish interiors.

Agra was one of the most important cities in India under the Mughals and witnessed a great deal of ambitious building activity. Babar, the founder of the Mughal dynasty, laid out the first formal Persian garden on the banks of the Yamuna river and his grandson Akbar raised the towering ramparts of the Great Red Fort. Shah Jahan, known for his keen interest in architecture, gave Agra its most prized monument, the Taj Mahal.

After the British East India Company had gained control of much of India during the 18th and 19th centuries, Calcutta became the capital until George V announced in 1911 that it was to move back to Delhi. Your visit will include a tour of the Old City and the immense Jama Masjid (Great Mosque). You will see the famous Red Fort and Raj Ghat where Gandhi was cremated.

22 DAYS FROM SINGAPORE TO DELHI STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

13,295

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,250

10,550

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,750

10,050

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,750

9,250

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,395

8,895

G

Premium Outside

9,895

8,495

H

Premium Outside

9,495

8,095

I

Premium Outside

9,095

7,795

$14,250 $12,250 11,395

J

Standard Outside

8,695

7,395

K

Premium Inside

8,295

7,095

L

Premium Inside

7,950

6,800

M

Standard Inside

7,595

6,495

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

5-night Golden Triangle land tour included

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DELHI TO AMMAN

Amman Petra Jordan Egypt Safaga Aqaba Luxor

Red Sea

DEPARTS MARCH 2, 2016

INDIA

& THE WONDERS OF

THE RED SEA From the romantic elegance of the Taj Mahal to the wonders of ancient Thebes and the hidden city of Petra in Jordan

This cruise-tour is topped-and-tailed by the cultural and historical sites of India's Golden Triangle and the monuments of Jordan and Pharaonic Egypt. Delhi, Agra and Jaipur are the three points of India’s “Golden Triangle.” Jaipur, capital of Rajasthan, is home to some of Asia's best bazaars.

Delhi is divided between the old Moghul city and British-built New Delhi and Agra, once the heart of the Moghul Empire, boasts the unparalleled beauty of the Taj Mahal.

After this included five-day land tour, you board Aegean Odyssey in Mumbai and set sail for Porbandar, the birthplace of Mahatma Gandhi, and then continue to the port of Muscat in Oman where you will see the Sultan's Palace. Next, visit Salalah, famous for the production of frankincense before relaxing at sea as the ship makes its way to Egypt.

Arriving at Safaga you travel to Luxor and two breathtaking sites: the vast temple complex of Karnak and the marvels of the necropolis in the Valley of the Kings. Finally, to fascinating Jordan where your land tour will include Petra and the fabulously well-preserved Graeco-Roman ruins of Jerash.

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Delhi Jaipur Agra Porbandar

Muscat

Oman

INDIA

Mumbai

Salalah

Arabian Sea

26-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $7,950pp DATE

PORT

MAR 2

Depart USA/Canada

ARRIVE

DEPART

MAR 3

Arrive DELHI India Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

MAR 4

DELHI India

overnight hotel

MAR 5

Drive from DELHI to AGRA (Taj Mahal) India

overnight hotel

MAR 6

Drive from AGRA via FATEHPUR SIKRI to JAIPUR India

overnight hotel

MAR 7

Fly from JAIPUR to MUMBAI India Embark Aegean Odyssey

MAR 8

MUMBAI India

MAR 9

PORBANDAR India

MAR 10

At Sea

MAR 11

MUSCAT Oman

MAR 12

MUSCAT Oman

MAR 13

At Sea

MAR 14

SALALAH Oman

overnight noon

8.00am

1.00pm

9.00am

overnight noon

8.00am

2.00pm

MAR 15-20 Cruising the Arabian Sea and Red Sea MAR 21

SAFAGA/LUXOR Egypt Drive to Luxor.

Afternoon sightseeing

MAR 22

LUXOR/SAFAGA Egypt Morning sightseeing.

Afternoon drive to rejoin ship

6.00pm

MAR 23

AQABA/PETRA Jordan Disembark and drive to Petra

11.00am overnight hotel

MAR 24

PETRA/AMMAN Jordan Morning sightseeing in Petra.

Afternoon drive to Amman

overnight hotel

MAR 25

AMMAN Jordan

overnight hotel

MAR 26

AMMAN (Jerash) Jordan

overnight hotel

MAR 27

AMMAN Jordan Transfer to Amman Airport for flight home

8.00am overnight hotel

AEG160307

17-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing, plus land tours in INDIA, EGYPT and JORDAN

BOOK EARLY

SAVE $2,800 TO $4,500 PER STATEROOM†

INDIA’S GOLDEN TRIANGLE Visit Delhi Old City and the immense Jama Masjid (Great Mosque). See the famous Red Fort and Raj Ghat where Mahatma Gandhi was cremated. Walk along the imperial mall, Rajpath, to the mighty arch of India Gate.

Once one of the most important cities in India under the Mughals, Agra witnessed a great deal of ambitious and splendid building activity. Babar, founder of the Mughal dynasty, laid out the first formal Persian garden and his grandson Akbar raised the towering ramparts of the Great Red Fort. Shah Jahan gave Agra its most prized monument, the Taj Mahal.

Popularly known as the Pink City, Jaipur was founded in 1727 by Maharaja Sawai Jai Singh II, the ruler of Amber. It is a city of palaces built from rose-colored stone where you will visit the opulent Maharaja’s City Palace and see the magnificent Hawa Mahal (Palace of the Winds). Another highlight is the Amber Fort with its lavish interiors.

MUMBAI – GATEWAY TO INDIA Mumbai was made the headquarters of the British East India Company in 1687 but it was the opening of the Suez Canal in 1869 that transformed the city – then known as Bombay – into one of the world’s great trading centers. Your tour will visit all the main sights of Mumbai including Mani Bhavan, a museum that was once the residence of Mahatma Gandhi, the Victorian architectural monuments of the British Empire, the Prince of Wales Museum and the Gateway of India.

Temple of Queen Hatshepsut

BIRTHPLACE OF A HERO Mohandas Gandhi was born on October 2, 1869 in Porbandar, where his father, uncle and grandfather had all been prime ministers to the Jethwa Rajput rulers of the princely state. The site of Gandhi’s birth, Kirti Mandir, is now a museum.

OMAN – MUSCAT AND SALALAH The 16th-century Portuguese admiral Alfonso de Albuqueque described Muscat as a “very elegant town with very fine houses,” and his description of the capital of Oman still holds true today.

The old town is dominated by two great stone forts, Al Jalali and Al Mirani, which were built by the Portuguese in the late 16th century, and on the waterfront stands the Sultan's imposing palace.

Salalah is a city of antiquity, boasting both the ruins of the fortified town of Sumharam and the Tomb of Job. EGYPT’S VALLEY OF THE KINGS & ANCIENT JORDAN From Safaga we head to Luxor for an overnight hotel stay. Highlights here include the massive Karnak Temple and tombs of the pharaohs in the Valley of the Kings. Disembarking in Aqaba the drive to Petra takes a scenic route via Wadi Rum. Your first glimpse of the ancient rose-red city of Petra is one you will not forget, as you emerge from the mile long path that winds between two overhanging cliffs to stand in front of the impressive colonnaded Treasury. Citadel Hill in Amman is the site of an impressive concentration of antiquity including the 2nd-century AD Temple of Hercules.

Graeco-Roman Jerash was built by Alexander the Great in the 2nd century BC and was a flourishing city of the Decapolis, the league of ten Roman cities.

FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR*

26 DAYS FROM DELHI TO AMMAN STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

14,195

12,195

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

13,250

11,250

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,750

10,850

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

11,995

10,195

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

11,695

9,895

G

Premium Outside

11,350

9,750

H

Premium Outside

10,995

9,395

I

Premium Outside

10,650

9,050

$14,995 $12,745

J

Standard Outside

10,295

8,695

K

Premium Inside

9,950

8,450

L

Premium Inside

9,650

8,150

M

Standard Inside

9,350

7,950

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy. *Free roundtrip air includes all government fees and taxes.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

Amber Fort, Jaipur

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Greece

Athens Kusadasi Turkey Delos Mykonos Antalya Santorini Rhodes Limassol

AMMAN TO ATHENS DEPARTS MARCH 18, 2016

ANCIENT JORDAN

TO CLASSICAL GREECE The classical world from the Nabataean city of Petra through the Suez Canal to the Golden Age of Athens

For mouthwatering natural beauty and outstanding archaeological sites, there are few journeys in the world that can compare with this cruise which combines Jordan with the Greek Islands and Turkey. The quality of the light, the clear waters of the Red Sea and Mediterranean, and drama of the landscapes have inspired writers, poets and artists since the time of Homer.

Your journey starts in Jordan where you will visit the world famous desert city of Petra, the capital Amman, and the Graeco-Roman ruins at Jerash. Then enjoy a daytime transit of the Suez Canal en route to Limassol in Cyprus and the chance to see the impressive 2nd century AD stadium at Kourion.

On the Turkish coast, you will visit some of the finest Hellenistic and Roman ruins to be found anywhere including two of the best preserved classical sites, Ephesus and Aphrodisias.

In the Aegean, enjoy the beauty of Santorini and visit the splendid monuments in Delos, the birthplace of Achilles, before relaxing in Mykonos. It is then on to Athens and here you will have an unforgettable time touring the Acropolis.

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cyprus

Mediterranean Sea

Amman

Suez Canal jordan Petra Aqaba

Egypt

Red Sea 19-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $5,395pp DATE

PORT

ARRIVE

DEPART

MAR 18 Depart USA/Canada

overnight hotel

MAR 19 Arrive AMMAN Jordan Arrive and transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

MAR 20 AMMAN Jordan

overnight hotel

MAR 21 AMMAN (Jerash) Jordan

overnight hotel

MAR 22 AMMAN/PETRA Jordan Drive to Petra via the Dead Sea

overnight hotel

MAR 23 PETRA/AQABA Jordan Morning sightseeing in Petra.

Afternoon drive to Aqaba to embark Aegean Odyssey

8.00pm

MAR 24 Cruise the Red Sea MAR 25 SUEZ CANAL Egypt

daytime transit

MAR 26 LIMASSOL (Kourion) Cyprus

1.00pm

8.00pm

MAR 27 ANTALYA Turkey

2.00pm

overnight

MAR 28 ANTALYA (Aspendos) Turkey

6.00pm

MAR 29 RHODES Greek Islands

8.00am

8.00pm

MAR 30 KUSADASI (Ephesus) Turkey

7.00am

overnight

MAR 31 KUSADASI (Aphrodisias) Turkey

8.00pm

APR 1

DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands

7.00am 2.00pm

APR 2

SANTORINI (Akrotiri) Greek Islands

8.00am

APR 3

PIRAEUS/ATHENS Greece Disembark and transfer to hotel in Athens

7.00am

APR 4

ATHENS Greece

APR 5

ATHENS Greece Transfer to Athens Airport for flight home

noon 10.00pm 6.00pm

overnight hotel overnight hotel

AEG160323

12-day cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey including sightseeing, plus land tour of JORDAN and hotel stay in ATHENS

BOOK EARLY

SAVE $1,200 TO $2,000 PER STATEROOM†

AMMAN, ANCIENT PETRA & THE SUEZ CANAL Citadel Hill in Jordan's capital Amman is the site of an impressive concentration of antiquity including 2nd-century AD Temple of Hercules, the Omayyad Palace and Bronze and Iron Age remains.

Graeco-Roman Jerash was built by Alexander the Great in the 2nd century BC and was a flourishing city of the Decapolis, the league of ten Roman cities.

The city lay untouched for centuries and is very well preserved – you can see colonnaded streets, temples and a theater which once held 5,000 spectators.

Your drive to Petra takes a scenic route via the Dead Sea – pause for lunch and take a dip in the sea's salutary buoyant waters. Your first glimpse of the ancient rose-red city of Petra is one you will not forget, as you emerge from the mile long path that winds between two overhanging cliffs to stand in front of the impressive colonnaded Treasury.

Embarking Aegean Odyssey in the port of Aqaba, you can relax as the ship cruises the Red Sea and enjoy a daytime sailing through the Suez Canal to the Mediterranean.

The Treasury, Petra

THE PARTHENON: AN EXPLOSIVE HISTORY The year 1687 was not a good one for the Parthenon. Ottoman Athens was under attack from the Venetians and the Turks decided to sequester their ammunition within the thick walls of the Parthenon. The Christian forces under the command of a Swedish general Count Koenigsmark, subjected the temple to a prolonged bombardment and unfortunately, the artillery hit the bulls eye. The resulting explosion destroyed 28 columns and much of the internal structure, and further catastrophic damage followed as the triumphant Venetians botched an attempt to remove the surviving figures of the west pediment.

CYPRUS TO TURKEY’S CRUSADER COAST & RHODES A short journey from Limassol takes you to the Graeco-Roman city of Kourion.

With breathtaking views over the Mediterranean, Kourion contains some remarkable monuments including the vast 2nd-century AD stadium and the Sanctuary of Apollo Hylates. Then to Antalya in Turkey and the Hellenistic city of Perge and the ancient Roman trading town of Aspendos with its beautifully preserved 2nd century AD Roman theater.

The next port of call is Rhodes and a chance to explore the Old Town and Citadel of the Knights of St John. Also available during our call at Rhodes is an optional trip to the Acropolis at Lindos.

From the Turkish port of Kusadasi, a short trip by road takes you to the magnificent ruins of Ephesus and its “terraced houses of the rich.” Also included is a full day excursion to the remarkable ancient city of Aphrodisias.

SACRED GREEK ISLANDS The next port of call is Delos, the paramount religious sanctuary of the ancient Greek world. The tour explores the island’s temples and, of course, the famous lion statues. Nearby Mykonos, with its lively cafes and shops, is the perfect contrast. On arriving in Santorini you take the short drive to Akrotiri.

This ancient Minoan outpost is a truly remarkable site and the excavations include the remains of a sophisticated civilization dating back to the 16th century BC. CLASSICAL ATHENS Your 2-night hotel stay in Athens includes a full morning's guided tour of the city's ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the "Golden Age" of Athens between 447-438BC, the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and have plenty of free time to explore the city's other remarkable sites such as the ancient Agora and the National Archaeological Museum.

19 DAYS FROM AMMAN TO ATHENS STATEROOM CATEGORY

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

$10,495

$9,495

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

9,750

8,750

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

8,995

8,095

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

8,750

7,850

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,450

7,650

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,195

7,395

G

Premium Outside

7,895

7,195

H

Premium Outside

7,595

6,895

I

Premium Outside

7,250

6,550

J

Standard Outside

6,950

6,250

K

Premium Inside

6,650

6,050

L

Premium Inside

6,350

5,750

M

Standard Inside

5,995

5,395

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES See pages 58, 59.

Prices are per person based on double occupancy. †Savings based on double occupancy.

See pages 53, 58 – 59 for pricing and air fare details.

Additional terms and conditions apply, see pages 60 – 61.

Please check Saver Fare and availability when reserving.

Agamemnon, King of Mycenae

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FLY FREE

GRAND VOYAGES COMBINE TWO CRUISES

INTO ONE MAGNIFICENT EXTENDED VOYAGE

By combining two Voyages to Antiquity itineraries you not only create the journey of a lifetime through the exotic landscapes, pulsating cities and remarkable cultures of South Africa, Southeast Asia and India, but you will also benefit from free roundtrip air and special prices offering tremendous value.

INDIA

Burma

BOOK EARLY

Yangon

Thailand Chennai Port Colombo Blair Phuket Penang Sri Lanka Galle Malacca Kuda Bandos Singapore Maldives

FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR*

Seychelles

Mayotte Mahe

Comoros

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES

Indian Ocean

Richards

South Bay Africa

Port Elizabeth Cape Town

JANUARY 16, 2016 CAPE TOWN TO SINGAPORE

GRAND SOUTH AFRICA & SOUTHEAST ASIA 41-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $9,495pp Enjoy a fantastic voyage that takes you from the historic city of Cape Town and the natural wonders of South Africa – including fantastic safaris – to the tropical island paradise of the Seychelles, the Maldives and exotic Burma.

DATE

PORT

DATE

JAN 16

Depart USA/Canada

FEB 15

At Sea

JAN 17

Arrive CAPE TOWN South Africa Embark Aegean Odyssey overnight

FEB 16

YANGON/RANGOON Burma

overnight

FEB 17

YANGON (Bago) Burma

overnight

overnight

FEB 18

YANGON Burma

JAN 18

CAPE TOWN South Africa

PORT

JAN 19

CAPE TOWN South Africa

FEB 19

At Sea

JAN 20

At Sea

FEB 20

JAN 21

PORT ELIZABETH South Africa (Addo Elephant Park)

PHUKET (Phi Phi Islands or Phang Nga) Thailand

FEB 21

PENANG Malaysia

JAN 22

At Sea

FEB 22

MALACCA Malaysia

JAN 23

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (Hluhluwe Game Reserve)

FEB 23

SINGAPORE Disembark and transfer to hotel

hotel

FEB 24

SINGAPORE

hotel

FEB 25

SINGAPORE Transfer to Singapore Airport for flight home

overnight

RICHARDS BAY South Africa (St Lucia Nature Reserve)

JAN 25-27 At Sea JAN 28

MAYOTTE Comoros

JAN 29/30 At Sea

48

PER STATEROOM†

Praslin/La Digue

JAN 24

book early & save

SAVE $3,000 TO $6,100

JAN 31

MAHE Seychelles

FEB 1

MAHE Seychelles

FEB 2

PRASLIN/LA DIGUE Seychelles

FEB 3-5

At Sea

FEB 6

KUDA BANDOS Maldives

FEB 7

At Sea

FEB 8

COLOMBO (Kandy) Sri Lanka

FEB 9

GALLE Sri Lanka

FEB 10

At Sea

FEB 11

CHENNAI (Madras) India

FEB 12/13 At Sea FEB 14

PORT BLAIR Andaman Islands

overnight

*Free Roundtrip Air includes all government fees and taxes – see pages 53 and 58 – 59. †Savings based on double occupancy.

AEG160117A

Greece Turkey Athens Kusadasi Mykonos/Delos Antalya Santorini Rhodes Limassol

BOOK EARLY Amman Petra Jordan Aqaba Safaga Muscat Luxor

EGYPT

Oman

Red Sea

SAVE $5,000 TO $8,500 INDIA

SAVE $4,000 TO $6,500

Cyprus

Petra Jordan Safaga Aqaba Luxor

PER STATEROOM†

Porbandar

BOOK EARLY

Mumbai FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR* Marmagao Mangalore Cochin Sri Lanka PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES Colombo Penang Malaysia Malacca Singapore

Salalah

EGYPT

Red Sea

Oman

Indian Ocean

PER STATEROOM†

Delhi Muscat Jaipur Agra Porbandar

FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR*

INDIA

Mumbai

Salalah

PLUS LOW SINGLE FARES

Indian Ocean

FEBRUARY 20, 2016 SINGAPORE TO AMMAN

MARCH 2, 2016 DELHI TO ATHENS

37-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $9,195pp A journey through history as you travel from modern Singapore to the ancient treasures of Jordan. Along the way experience the exciting city of Mumbai, the spice markets of Oman and see the pharaonic wonders of Egypt.

35-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM $9,995pp This itinerary takes you to some of the greatest sites in the world from the majesty of the Taj Mahal and the ancient mystery of the Valley of the Kings to the man-made wonder of the Suez Canal and the classical elegance of the Acropolis.

DATE

PORT

DATE

DATE

PORT

DATE

FEB 20

Depart USA/Canada

MAR 15-20 Cruising the Arabian Sea & Red Sea

MAR 2

Depart USA/Canada

MAR 15-20 Cruising the Arabian Sea & Red Sea

FEB 21

Arrive SINGAPORE Transfer to hotel

MAR 21

MAR 3

hotel

Arrive DELHI India Transfer to hotel

hotel

FEB 22

SINGAPORE

hotel

MAR 4

DELHI India

hotel

FEB 23

SINGAPORE Embark Aegean Odyssey

MAR 5

Drive from DELHI to AGRA (Taj Mahal) India

hotel

FEB 24

MALACCA Malaysia

MAR 6

FEB 25

PENANG Malaysia

Drive from AGRA via FATEHPUR SIKRI to JAIPUR India

hotel

GRAND INDIA & THE RED SEA

MAR 22

MAR 23

FEB 26-28 At Sea FEB 29

COLOMBO Sri Lanka

MAR 24 overnight

GRAND VOYAGE TO THE AEGEAN

PORT

SAFAGA/LUXOR Egypt Drive to Luxor.

Afternoon sightseeing

hotel

LUXOR/SAFAGA Egypt Morning sightseeing.

Afternoon drive to rejoin ship AQABA/PETRA Jordan Disembark and drive to Petra

hotel

MAR 7

Fly from JAIPUR to MUMBAI India Embark Aegean Odyssey overnight

PORT

MAR 21

SAFAGA/LUXOR Egypt Drive to Luxor.

Afternoon sightseeing.

MAR 22

LUXOR/SAFAGA Egypt Morning sightseeing.

Afternoon drive to rejoin ship

MAR 23

AQABA (Petra) Jordan

MAR 24

Cruise the Red Sea

MAR 25

SUEZ CANAL Egypt

hotel

PETRA/AMMAN Jordan Morning sightseeing in Petra.

Afternoon drive to Amman

hotel

MAR 8

MUMBAI India

MAR 26

LIMASSOL (Kourion) Cyprus

AMMAN Jordan

hotel

MAR 9

PORBANDAR India

MAR 27

ANTALYA Turkey

hotel

MAR 10

At Sea

MAR 28

ANTALYA (Aspendos) Turkey

MAR 11

MUSCAT Oman

MAR 29

RHODES Greek Islands

MAR 12

MUSCAT Oman

MAR 30

KUSADASI (Ephesus) Turkey

MAR 13

At Sea

MAR 31

KUSADASI (Aphrodisias) Turkey

MAR 14

SALALAH Oman

APR 1

DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands

APR 2

SANTORINI (Akrotiri) Greek Islands

APR 3

PIRAEUS/ATHENS Greece Disembark and transfer to hotel in Athens

hotel hotel

daytime transit

MAR 1

COLOMBO (Kandy) Sri Lanka

MAR 2

At Sea

MAR 3

COCHIN Kerala, India

MAR 4

MANGALORE India

MAR 5

MARMAGAO (Goa) India

MAR 6

MUMBAI India

overnight

MAR 7

MUMBAI India

overnight

MAR 8

MUMBAI India

MAR 9

PORBANDAR India

MAR 10

At Sea

MAR 11

MUSCAT Oman

MAR 12

MUSCAT Oman

APR 4

MAR 13

ATHENS Greece

At Sea

APR 5

MAR 14

SALALAH Oman

ATHENS Greece Transfer to Athens Airport for flight home

MAR 25 MAR 26

AMMAN (Jerash) Jordan

MAR 27

AMMAN Jordan Transfer to Amman Airport for flight home

*Free Roundtrip Air includes all government fees and taxes – see pages 53 and 58 – 59. †Savings based on double occupancy.

AEG160223A

overnight

overnight

*Free Roundtrip Air includes all government fees and taxes – see pages 53 and 58 – 59. †Savings based on double occupancy.

overnight

overnight

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where you’ll stay ~

quality hotels ashore Hotels in Southeast Asia and India are justifiably famous throughout the world for their impeccable service and outstanding facilities. Whether you are getting to know one of the vibrant cities on a pre- or postcruise stay or exploring one of the great historical treasures of the region on an included overnight excursion, Voyages to Antiquity’s selection of superior accommodations will not disappoint.

In Singapore, for example, the luxurious Regent Four Seasons Hotel is centrally located so you have the perfect base from which to enjoy the fantastic restaurants, shops and sights of this bustling and exotic city. During the land tour of India’s Golden Triangle, in Marrakesh, and in Petra, your hotel will be a haven where you can relax and reflect on the excitement of the day. Indeed, at the ITC Mughal in Agra, there are 35 acres of landscaped garden to enjoy, and the Steigenberger Nile Palace enjoys fabulous views over the romantic Nile River.

The Regent Four Seasons, Singapore

King George, Athens

OUR HOSPITALITY STAFF Want to know where to find the best restaurants and shops, and what sights should not be missed? Voyages to Antiquity’s hospitality staff are on hand to make sure that you make the most of your land stay.

They will answer your queries, assist with any problems, greet you at the airport and be at your hotel daily to meet your needs.

This is part of the extra service Voyages to Antiquity provides to ensure you have the most relaxing and carefree vacation.

Sofitel Palais Imperial, Marrakesh

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your hotels

what’s included

CITY

BALCONY CLASS

PREMIUM CLASS

AGRA

Jaypee Palace

ITC Mughal

AMMAN

Marriott

Marriott

ATHENS

Grande Bretagne

King George

COLOMBO

Cinnamon Lakeside

Cinnamon Lakeside

DELHI

Le Meridien

Sheraton

JAIPUR

Le Meridien

ITC Rajputana

LUXOR

Steigenberger Nile Palace

Steigenberger Nile Palace

MARRAKESH

Sofitel Palais Imperial

Le Meridien, Kenzi Farah

PETRA

Movenpick Resort

Marriott

Marriott, Petra

SINGAPORE

The Regent Four Seasons

The Regent Four Seasons

Breakfast is included daily at all hotels. Please refer at right for additional meals that may be included on overland tours. Hotels listed are subject to change and the right is reserved to substitute hotels of a similar or superior standard.

Le Meridien, Jaipur

The golden triangle - jaipur & agra

5-star hotels as listed or similar; breakfast, lunch and dinner daily in the hotel or outside restaurant; airfare between Jaipur and Mumbai; land transportation by premium, air-conditioned motorcoach; English-speaking escort/guide between Delhi and Jaipur; entrance fees to places of interest visited; transfers between airports, ship and hotels; baggage handling at airports, ship and hotels; bottled water during all meals and on included sightseeing; taxes and service charges.

morroco - marrakesh

5-star hotels as listed or similar; breakfast, lunch and dinner in Marrakesh; land transportation by luxury, air-conditioned motorcoach; entrance fees to places of interest visited; English-speaking escort/guide throughout; baggage handling at hotels; bottled water during all meals and on included sightseeing; taxes and service charges.

egypt - LUXOR

5-star hotel as listed or similar; breakfast, lunch and dinner in Luxor; land transportation by luxury, air-conditioned motorcoach; entrance fees to places of interest visited; English-speaking escort/guide throughout; baggage handling at hotels; bottled water during all meals and on included sightseeing; taxes and service charges.

jordan - petra

5-star hotels as listed or similar; breakfast, lunch and dinner in Petra; land transportation by luxury, air-conditioned motorcoach; entrance fees to places of interest visited; English-speaking escort/guide throughout; baggage handling at hotels; bottled water during meals and on included sightseeing; taxes and service charges.

Note: wine is not included with lunch or dinner on land extensions.

5-star hotels throughout Southeast Asia

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GENERAL INFORMATION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION AND VISAS All information provided below pertains to US and Canadian citizens only and is valid at the time of printing, October 2014. Specific information for your cruise and land program will be provided at the time of booking. Please also refer to the applicable government website for any updates to this information.

Requirements for other nationalities can be obtained from the consulates of the countries to be visited on the specific cruise and land program. It is each guest’s own responsibility to ensure that they have the required documentation prior to travel. Failure to produce the required documentation at embarkation may result in denied boarding and any expenses incurred as a result are not the responsibility of Voyages to Antiquity.

PASSPORTS Full passports are required and must be valid for a minimum of six months after the last day of your vacation. Special Note: Guests on itineraries which include calls to Arab countries and that may have an Israeli visa or entry stamp in their passport are strongly encouraged to obtain a new passport prior to travel. This is simply a recommendation and is not a requirement.

VISAS At time of printing, US and Canadian citizens need to obtain prior to departure a visa for Sri Lanka and a multiple entry visa for the cruises featuring India.

Egypt When arriving to Egypt by sea on board Aegean Odyssey, Voyages to Antiquity will obtain the visa on your behalf and add the cost to your on-board account.

At least 90 days prior to departure, we must have the following information relating to each

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passenger: full name (as it appears on passport), address, nationality, date and place of birth; plus passport number, expiration date and date and place of issue. Guests cannot be included in any ship-issued group visas if this information is not supplied by the required time.

HEALTH As health regulations are ever changing, we recommend that you consult your doctor or your local health department at least 10 weeks before your intended departure to check the latest requirements for the countries you will be visiting. Upon receiving pre-documentation materials, we will advise you of any mandatory vaccination requirements.

Any guest arriving at the airport/port without the correct certificate will be refused permission to board and any expenses incurred as a result are not the responsibility of Voyages to Antiquity.

Depending on the itinerary, guests should consult their doctor regarding the possibility of taking a course of anti-malarial tablets prior to their departure.

Yellow fever inoculations are required only when arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission – please consult your doctor before traveling.

There is a well equipped medical center staffed by a doctor and licensed nurse for the benefit of both the guests and the crew. The medical center is primarily intended to provide acute care for illness and accidents that may occur while on vacation and is not intended to provide long term care for patients with chronic illnesses or as a substitute for regular health care. Charges apply for consultations, prescriptions and cabin visits. Guests that require regular treatments or testing of any kind during the cruise and land program must advise Voyages to Antiquity at the time of deposit.

Voyages to Antiquity has the right to refuse or revoke passage to anyone who, in its judgment, is in a physical condition that is beyond the care that can be provided or made available.

PRIVACY POLICY Voyages to Antiquity requires all guests to provide full passport details, including addresses and next of kin information prior to issuance of final documentation. The personal information provided to the company is only shared as required by government regulations to the local authorities for the purposes of customs, visas and immigration clearances. The information may also be shared with certain suppliers of your travel arrangements. It should be understood that when making your booking you agree to your personal information being passed on as described above.

You may also receive marketing communications from Voyages to Antiquity unless you indicate otherwise.

SPECIAL NEEDS The cruises and land programs featured include extensive sightseeing which may involve walking on uneven surfaces, up and down multiple stairs, and require a certain level of fitness and mobility. Some ports on the itineraries may require disembarkation of the ship with the ship’s or local tenders. Please consider these issues carefully prior to booking. There is one cabin specifically adapted for wheelchair use; however guests must bring their own collapsible wheelchair dimensions of which must not exceed 26” wide. Motorized scooters of any kind are not able to be accommodated on board Aegean Odyssey.

Guests that need to travel with medical apparatus including wheelchairs, portable CPAP’s, and orthopedic devices must advise Voyages to Antiquity, in writing, at the time of

deposit. A doctor’s statement of fitness may be required. All guests need to be self-sufficient and have an able-bodied guest traveling with them to take full responsibility for any assistance that is required. Important Notice: Failure to advise Voyages to Antiquity as required may result in denied boarding and no refunds are provided for such incidents.

DIETARY RESTRICTIONS Please advise us at the time of booking of any special dietary restrictions or specific food allergies. Guests with specific food allergies must advise Voyages to Antiquity in writing at the time of deposit, and while all possible is done to meet the requirement(s), the guest is expected to exercise due caution when dining, either on board or during pre-, post-, or full-day excursions.

The ship can meet most general requests such as low cholesterol, diabetic, and salt- or fat-free.

While all dietary requests are provided to our local suppliers and hotels in advance Voyages to Antiquity cannot guarantee fulfillment on included meals at hotels or local restaurants on pre-, post- or full-day excursions.

WE LOOK AFTER YOU It is comforting to know that once you arrive at your overseas airport and clear customs you will be met and looked after all the way to the ship and your baggage will be taken direct to your cabin. No hassle, no fuss. See note on page 59 regarding included transfers.

SHORE EXCURSIONS AND LAND ARRANGEMENTS Shore Excursions: Included in most ports of call. Where suitable, some excursions will be available at an additional cost. Descriptions of the tours will be sent with your final documents or made available on the Voyages to Antiquity

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LOW-COST ROUNDTRIP AIR website. Lunches on full-day tours can be a picnic lunch provided by Aegean Odyssey or at a local restaurant.

Please note that these programs are planned far in advance of your visit, and we reserve the right to change, cancel, or substitute an included excursion at any time. There is no refund or credit available for non-use of an included excursion.

SMOKING Smoking is only permitted on Belvedere Deck aft. Smoking is prohibited in all other areas including cabins, balconies, and on excursion motorcoaches. All included hotel rooms are requested by Voyages to Antiquity as nonsmoking; however this is not always possible and Voyages to Antiquity cannot be held responsible if the guest’s preference is not available on arrival.

CURRENCY, PAYMENTS AND GRATUITIES ON BOARD A “cashless” system is operated on board Aegean Odyssey with all purchases charged to your cabin account. The final account can be settled in US$ or UK£ at the end of the cruise. Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards, and Travelers’ Checks can be used for settlement; however American Express cardholders will be charged a 2% surcharge. Personal checks and debit cards cannot be accepted.

Gratuities for the services you receive on board Aegean Odyssey from your cabin steward and dining room staff are included in your cruise fare. Naturally, guests at their own discretion may wish to show their appreciation to individuals offering exceptional service. Please note that a service charge of 12.5% is automatically added to your account for any bar service.

ELECTRICAL APPLIANCES Cabins and suites feature European 2-pin round outlets with 220 voltage. Hair dryers are provided in your cabin and electric rollers, curling irons, electric shavers, and other small appliances can be used. Adapters/converters are available on board for conversion to 110 volts if required; however, we recommend you bring your own in the event supplies are limited. For safety reasons, travel irons are not allowed.

LAUNDRY AND PRESSING Valet service is available for laundry and pressing.

A laundry bag and order form are provided in your cabin.

COMMUNICATIONS Aegean Odyssey is fitted with the latest satellite communication technology and direct dial telephones in all cabins. There is also an internet center on Belvedere Deck and charges are based on connection time.

CHILDREN Voyages to Antiquity cruise programs are destination focused and designed for adults.

There are no facilities for children on board Aegean Odyssey.

DINING ARRANGEMENTS Dining arrangements on Aegean Odyssey are flexible as both restaurants have an “open seating” policy with meal times arranged to suit the ship’s time in port and the shore excursion programs.

Breakfast, lunch and dinner are served in the Terrace Café, while lunch and dinner only are available in the Marco Polo Restaurant. On days when full-day shore excursion tours are operated, lunch will only be available in either the Terrace Café or Marco Polo Restaurant. Reservations can be made for dinner in the Marco Polo Restaurant.

$995 – $1,195

FROM OVER 60 NORTH AMERICAN GATEWAYS Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with a complete vacation package and take advantage of Voyages to Antiquity’s Low-Cost Economy Class air programs. Sample fares from several North American cities are shown here.

Please ask your Travel Agent or one of our representatives for the low cost fares from over 40 additional US and Canadian cities.

Using the world’s leading airlines, Voyages to Antiquity offers you convenient routings and exceptional savings. And with all transfers included, you’ll be met on arrival at your destination airport, and enjoy being transferred in comfort to Aegean Odyssey. At the end of your vacation, you’ll be transferred to the airport for your flight home.

Our exceptional air savings also extend to Business Class air travel with favorable upgrade costs to our low Economy fares. If you like traveling in extra comfort, be sure to ask about our business class fares when you book your vacation.

Customized Air Travel – You may wish to make changes to the flight itinerary provided

by Voyages to Antiquity. Your Travel Agent can make these flight requests on your behalf when you confirm your reservation. For example, you may wish to request travel on a specific carrier, or travel on different departure or return dates. Any additional costs associated with the change(s) will be added to your reservation once your new itinerary has been accepted.

Seat Assignments – Voyages to Antiquity will request aisle and next seating when making your flight arrangements. Some airlines no

longer allow specific seats to be requested for Economy Class travel. You or your Travel Agent may contact the carrier directly to request any special arrangements.

Frequent Flyer Mileage – You may be able to accrue miles on most carriers we use but will not be able to use miles for upgrades or any other amenities. Please note that not all airline alliances allow accrual of miles from one carrier to the other and guests should check this with their Frequent Flyer Mileage program affiliate. Special requests such as wheelchair, meals, or bookings in the new economy comfort seating areas should be arranged directly with the airlines.

SAMPLE AIR ADD-ONS NEW YORK

$995

ATLANTA

$1,095

BOSTON

$995

PHILADELPHIA

$1,095

$1,195

PORTLAND, OR

$1,095

$995

SAN ANTONIO

$1,095

CHARLOTTE CHICAGO DALLAS

$1,095

SAN FRANCISCO

$995

DENVER

$1,195

SEATTLE

$995

DETROIT

$1,095

ST LOUIS

$1,095

HOUSTON

$1,095

TAMPA

$1,195

LOS ANGELES

$995

TORONTO

MIAMI

$1,095

VANCOUVER

MINNEAPOLIS

$1,195

WASHINGTON DC

$995 $995 $1,095

Some restrictions apply. You may not be able to change your confirmed flight arrangements without an additional charge.

All government and airline fees and taxes are included in the above fares which are subject to change at any time prior to final payment. All air itineraries are subject to change and are not considered final until ticketed. Some gateways require departures 1 day prior to dates shown on pre-cruise land programs or 1 day later than dates shown on post-cruise programs as shown in this brochure.

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MV AEGEAN ODYSSEY DECK PLAN BRIDGE

802

Ship’s Tonnage

803

804

805

806

11,563 461 Feet

Cruising Speed

16 knots

706 708

709

714

•

20.5 feet

705 707

810 •

Draft

809 •

67 feet

704

808

807

Beam

702

703

Passenger Decks

7

Stabilizers

2

Passenger Staterooms/Cabins

216

LIDO BAR

AMBASSADOR LOUNGE

712 • 710 •

Length

701

LIDO BAR

OBSERVATION DECK

•

801

SHIP’S SPECIFICATION

711

716

713

718

715

720

717

722

719

724 •

OBSERVATION LOUNGE

CHARLESTON LOUNGE

721 726 •

POOL

386

723

Malta

KEY

•

Single cabins

▲ Third pullman berth in these cabins ■

#

Third/fourth pullman berth in these cabins Cabin for passengers with disabilities Elevator

•

Ship’s Registry

725

728

727

730

• •

Lloyd’s Register Society London

•

Classification

811

812

813

814

815

816

• •

Passengers, lower beds

729

732

731

734

733

736 735

LIBRARY

SHOP

738

817

818

737

740

819

820

739

742

821

822

741

744 746

TERRACE CAFE

823

824

743

825

826

745

748

BAR

827

828

747

750

THE TERRACE

◆ Please

note: Category GG, I, II and some HH cabins have partially restricted view

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LIDO DECK

BRIDGE DECK

PROMENADE DECK

AC A A BD

W I N N ER

B

B A CA E 504

• •

510 514

415

• •

513 516

519 521

517

520

523

524

518

531

■

527 528

529

421 425

522

525 ▲ 526 ▲

530

532 534

533

414 ▲

413

•

515

417

418

419

422

423

429

427 ▲

431 ▲

433

435

437

426 430 434 438

536

535 537

538

539 543

541

540

547 545

549

INTERNET

542

551

544

553

546

555

548 550

557 559

A D FEDB

428 432

A

436 ▲

442 444 448

446

449

447

450

452

453

451

454

456

455

MARCO POLO RESTAURANT

464

470

471

474

475

476

477

478

E CIC GB DD EF H A IG CH D F DJKC

HG D

E EIFB DIJH EG

EAKLEID H FG FKIJC EJFH

MEDICAL

• •

• •

552

554

561

556

563 565

558

567

560

569

562

571

564

573

566

575

568

577

570

BELVEDERE DECK

FD AG EBC IBF JC

466

467

C B A H FD A E AC GE BA

BHD FA B CGE D FC BH G

460 ATHENA HEALTH SPA

COLUMBUS DECK

SHIP’S AMENITIES

G ECB

424

443

459

C

ED CA

420

445

463

HAIR DRESSER

416

440

439 441

RECEPTION

BA D

412

411

•

509 512

•

• 409 410

508

511

408

407

505 506 507

VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY BEST FOR ADVENTURE

C DBB F

406

■

503

A C

404#

403 405

AWARDS

MARCO POLO DECK

E I FJG FBLM H K D GLJ FKGFI M KH G IJ G C LE KJ HM GLHG LIJK H H F DLM I IHK H KL M IJ IE GL M J JI I KLM JH JF M J KK

CATEGORY COLOURS DOUBLE STATEROOM/CABINS

CAT A

Owner’s Suites with Balcony

CAT B

Junior Suites with Balcony

CAT C

Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony

CAT D

Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony

CAT E

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

CAT F

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

CAT G

Premium Outside

CAT H

Premium Outside

CAT I ◆

Premium Outside

CAT J

Standard Outside

CAT K

Premium Inside

CAT L

Premium Inside

CAT M

Standard Inside

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

2 Restaurants plus outdoor terrace dining 3 Lounges 4 Bars Lecture Theater Library Shop Internet Center Outdoor pool Athena Health Spa and Gym Beauty Salon Medical Center Telephone, Fax and E-mail via satellite Satellite TV, Hair Dryer and Personal Safe in every cabin

SINGLE CABINS

CAT CC

Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony

CAT EE

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

CAT GG ◆

Premium Outside

CAT HH ◆

Premium Outside

CAT I I ◆

Premium Outside

CAT J J

Standard Outside

CAT MM

Standard Inside

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MV AEGEAN ODYSSEY SUITES, STATEROOMS & CABINS All suites, staterooms and cabins have bath and/or shower, flatscreen TV, safe, hair dryer and are fully air-conditioned. Balcony Class staterooms (categories A to D) have additional amenities as detailed on page 21.

Note: Cabin plans are indicative and may vary within each price grade, especially as relates to single cabins.

Not all categories are shown. The sizes, layout and bed configuration will vary within a category. The areas shown are averages and include the balcony. Beds may be fixed double (queen size), fixed separate twin beds or twin beds that can be converted into double beds.

All outside staterooms/cabins have windows except Category J, most of which have portholes.

Category B alt Junior Suite

Cat A - Owner’s Suite, balcony

Single cabin features include European full size beds – cabin sizes are smaller than sizes noted for double occupancy cabins.

CATEGORY A: Owner’s Suites 550 sq ft staterooms located on Lido Deck. Marble bathrooms, dressing area, separate sitting area and private balcony.

Convertible twin beds.

CATEGORY B: Junior Balcony Suites 310 sq ft staterooms located on Lido Deck. Marble bathrooms, walk-in closet, sitting area and private balcony. Convertible twin beds.

Cat B - Junior Suite, balcony

CATEGORY C/D: Deluxe Balcony Staterooms 275 sq ft staterooms located on Lido, Bridge and Belvedere Decks.

Bath/shower or walk-in shower, sitting area and private balcony.

Fixed double bed, separate twins or convertible twins depending on cabin selected. Cabins 807, 808 on Lido Deck are smaller and do not have a sitting area.

Cat C/D - Deluxe Stateroom, balcony

CATEGORY E: Deluxe Staterooms 215 sq ft staterooms located on Belvedere Deck. Private bath/ shower or walk-in shower. Convertible twin beds. Cabins 556 and 563 are smaller but have a fixed double bed and a balcony.

CATEGORY F: Deluxe Staterooms 170-200 sq ft staterooms located on Lido, Bridge and Belvedere Decks.

Bath/shower or walk-in shower. Convertible twin or fixed double beds.

Category E alt Deluxe Outside

Cat E - Deluxe Stateroom, outside

Cat F - Deluxe Stateroom, outside

CATEGORY G: Premium Outside Cabins 130-150 sq ft staterooms located on Bridge and Lido Decks.

Private shower, fixed twin beds, convertible twin beds or fixed double bed. Views in some cabins partially obstructed by lifeboats.

CATEGORY H/I: Premium Outside Cabins CATEGORY J: Standard Outside Cabins 130 sq ft cabins located on Bridge, Belvedere and Columbus Decks. Fixed twin beds with private shower. Category I cabins on Bridge deck have two windows with views partially obstructed by lifeboats and some cabins feature a fixed double bed. Category J: Standard Outside Cabins are similar in size and layout, but most have portholes in place of windows.

Cat G/H/I/J - Premium & Standard, outside

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CATEGORY I: Premium Outside Cabin with fixed double

Cat K/L/M - Premium & Standard, inside

CATEGORY K/L: Premium Inside Cabins CATEGORY M: Standard Inside Cabins 130 sq ft cabins located on Belvedere and Columbus Decks. Fixed twin beds with private shower.

CATEGORY B: Junior Suite with balcony

CATEGORY L: Premium Inside Cabin

CATEGORY F: Deluxe Stateroom

CATEGORY H: Premium Outside Cabin

CATEGORY C: Deluxe Stateroom with balcony

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Balcony

C B BCA B D A C B A CD A C EA A D BB DECB DA FBCB CEA EFD C EABA C G C D D A FEB FGD BA FBCD D C EE BH G AGHFE D GCECB E IFFD C H F BHIG ED C HFD F A E G JG D IG I CJH FE D EG IH G BF K EH JI G DJKA F FHE H JIC G FLIKI JH EKLB G IF IKJG H D M JLJ G KIH FLM C J JKH LEIG K HK M LJI GMD K LK IJH M L F ILKJ HLEM L M JKI M G LK JM I M FLM KJ H L KM JG M LK I LM KH ML 58 J M LI M

CRUISE-TOUR FARES 2015/2016 F LY F R E E

F LY F R E E

P 28-29

P 30-31

MALAGA TO MALAGA DEPART USA/CANADA

DOUBLE ACCOMMODATIONS

DECK

MALAGA TO CAPE TOWN

F LY F R E E

P 32-33

P 34-35

P 36-37

P 40-41

P 42-43

P 44-45

P 46-47

CAPE TOWN TO CAPE TOWN

CAPE TOWN TO CAPE TOWN

CAPE TOWN TO COLOMBO

COLOMBO TO SINGAPORE

SINGAPORE TO DELHI

DELHI TO AMMAN

AMMAN TO ATHENS 18 MARCH 2016

5 NOVEMBER 2015

18 NOVEMBER 2015

18 DECEMBER 2015

4 JANUARY 2016

16 JANUARY 2016

5 FEBRUARY 2016

20 FEBRUARY 2016

2 MARCH 2016

15 DAYS

32 DAYS

19 DAYS

14 DAYS

26 DAYS

21 DAYS

22 DAYS

26 DAYS

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

1ST PERSON

2ND PERSON

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

$22,950A $11,923

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

19 DAYS

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

Deluxe balcony suites and staterooms with tub/shower or walk-in shower

A

Owner’s Suite, Balcony

LIDO

$13,995 $13,245

$9,995

$8,495

$16,795

$15,095

$13,295

$11,945

B

Junior Suite, Balcony

LIDO

9,995

9,395

20,250

10,573

12,950

12,300

9,250

7,850

15,350

13,750

12,350

11,100

13,295

11,395

14,195

12,195

9,750

8,750

C

Deluxe Stateroom, Balcony

LIDO/BRIDGE

8,995

8,445

17,995

9,445

11,550

10,950

8,350

7,150

13,695

12,295

11,195

10,095

12,250

10,550

13,250

11,250

8,995

8,095

D

Deluxe Stateroom, Balcony

BELVEDERE

8,695

8,145

17,195

9,045

10,950

10,350

7,950

6,750

12,995

11,595

10,695

9,595

11,750

10,050

12,750

10,850

8,750

7,850

$10,750 $10,150

$14,250 $12,250

$14,995

$12,745 $10,495

$9,495

Deluxe outside staterooms with tub/shower or walk-in shower

E

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

BELVEDERE

8,150

7,650

15,950

8,423

10,195

9,695

7,395

6,295

11,995

10,795

9,950

8,950

10,750

9,250

11,995

10,195

8,450

7,650

F

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

LIDO/BRIDGE/BELVEDERE

7,895

7,395

15,295

8,095

9,750

9,250

7,095

5,995

11,495

10,295

9,595

8,595

10,395

8,895

11,695

9,895

8,195

7,395

Outside cabins with shower

G

Premium Outside

LIDO/BRIDGE

7,450

7,000

14,295

7,595

9,150

8,700

6,695

5,695

10,750

9,650

8,995

8,095

9,895

8,495

11,350

9,750

7,895

7,195

H

Premium Outside

BELVEDERE/COLUMBUS

7,095

6,645

13,495

7,195

8,650

8,200

6,350

5,350

10,150

9,050

8,650

7,750

9,495

8,095

10,995

9,395

7,595

6,895

I*

Premium Outside

BRIDGE

6,775

6,375

12,695

6,795

8,150

7,750

5,995

5,095

9,495

8,495

8,195

7,395

9,095

7,795

10,650

9,050

7,250

6,550

J

Standard Outside

COLUMBUS

6,450

6,050

11,850

6,373

7,595

7,195

5,650

4,750

8,895

7,895

7,750

6,950

8,695

7,395

10,295

8,695

6,950

6,250

Inside cabins with shower

K

Premium Inside

BELVEDERE

6,095

5,745

10,995

5,945

7,095

6,745

5,295

4,495

8,295

7,395

7,350

6,650

8,295

7,095

9,950

8,450

6,650

6,050

L

Premium Inside

COLUMBUS

5,795

5,445

10,350

5,623

6,650

6,300

4,995

4,245

7,750

6,900

6,975

6,275

7,950

6,800

9,650

8,150

6,350

5,750

5,495

5,145

9,750

5,323

6,295

5,995

4,695

3,995

7,295

6,495

6,595

5,895

7,595

6,495

9,350

7,950

5,995

5,395

M

Standard Inside

BELVEDERE/COLUMBUS

SINGLE ACCOMMODATIONS

DECK

CC

Deluxe Stateroom, Balcony

LIDO

10,350

9,712

19,695

14,995

13,850

13,250

9,250

8,050

16,550

15,150

13,150

12,050

14,350

12,650

14,950

12,950

11,250

10,350

EE

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

BELVEDERE

9,395

8,790

17,450

13,311

12,150

11,650

8,195

7,095

14,595

13,395

11,750

10,750

13,095

11,595

13,950

12,150

9,950

9,150

LIDO/BRIDGE

8,595

8,035

15,595

11,920

10,850

10,400

7,350

6,350

12,995

11,895

10,695

9,795

12,150

10,750

13,595

11,995

8,995

8,295

BRIDGE/BELVEDERE

8,195

7,627

14,750

11,286

10,195

9,745

6,950

5,950

12,350

11,250

10,150

9,250

11,695

10,295

12,750

11,150

8,575

7,875

6,575

5,675

11,595

10,595

9,650

8,850

11,250

9,950

12,350

10,750

7,995

7,295

GG* Premium Outside HH* Premium Outside

SAVER FARE

I I*

Premium Outside

BRIDGE

7,850

7,309

13,850

10,611

9,550

9,150

JJ

Standard Outside

COLUMBUS

7,450

6,935

12,950

9,936

8,950

8,550

6,150

5,250

10,895

9,895

9,150

8,350

10,750

9,450

11,950

10,350

7,495

6,795

Standard Inside

BELVEDERE

6,395

5,887

10,595

8,170

7,250

6,950

5,095

4,395

8,950

8,150

7,795

7,095

9,550

8,450

10,950

9,550

6,250

5,650

MM

550

895

595

450

595

595

495

595

595

Air Credit (when making own air arrangements)

1,700

1,750

1,600

1,400

1,500

1,600

1,500

2,000

1,300

Cruise Only Credit (when making own air and hotel arrangements)

1,700

1,750

1,400

1,850

2,300

3,350

4,000

2,150

Port Fees & Service Charges **

1,600

All fares are per person in US dollars, are valid at time of printing, November 2014, and include all items detailed in the ‘Your Cruise Fare Includes’ panel opposite. There are single cabins available in many categories and these are clearly shown on the deck plan. There are special prices for these cabins – as shown above. As they are limited in number, it is recommended that you book early. Once these cabins are sold, there will be a limited number of double cabins available for sole occupancy with supplements on the cabin category fares (before savings and discounts) of 25% M-L, 30% K-I, 50% H-F and 75% E-A. ** Port Fees & Service Charges are included in the fares above.

All Special Offer/Saver fares are subject to change on February 28, 2015, are capacity controlled and may be withdrawn at any time. Low single supplements are restricted to categories CC, EE, GG, HH, II, JJ and MM. Some cabins have a 3rd or 4th upper berth, details and fares on request. ^Free and Low-Cost Roundtrip Economy Airfare offers applicable in conjunction with cruise-tour purchase only, and include all government taxes, fees and airline fuel surcharges, which may change at any time. Airline-imposed personal charges such as baggage fees may apply. For details visit exploreflightfees.com.

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YOUR CRUISE FARE INCLUDES

F LY F R E E G R A N D VOYAG E S P 48

P 49

P 49

CAPE TOWN TO SINGAPORE

SINGAPORE TO AMMAN

DELHI TO ATHENS

16 JANUARY 2016

20 FEBRUARY 2016

2 MARCH 2016

41 DAYS

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

SAVER FARE

All meals on board Aegean Odyssey

35 DAYS

FULL FARE

$23,750 $19,500 $21,695

Select shore excursions as detailed in each itinerary

SAVER FARE

Lunch on full day excursions

$18,445

A

24,195

21,345

21,695

17,795

20,250

17,250

B

21,495

18,995

19,795

16,095

18,595

15,695

C

20,375

17,875

18,650

15,050

17,895

15,095

D

18,750

16,550

17,195

13,895

16,895

14,295

E

17,895

15,695

16,550

13,250

16,395

13,795

F

16,650

14,650

15,750

12,750

15,750

13,450

G

15,750

13,750

14,995

11,995

15,150

12,850

H

14,675

12,875

14,350

11,450

14,495

12,195

I*

13,695

11,895

13,595

10,695

13,850

11,550

J

12,750

11,150

12,895

10,195

13,250

11,150

K

11,795

10,245

12,295

9,645

12,695

10,595

L

10,995

9,495

11,695

9,195

11,995

9,995

M

24,695

22,195

21,775

18,075

20,455

17,545

CC

21,550

19,350

18,915

15,615

18,585

15,985

EE

19,150

17,150

17,325

14,325

17,325

15,025

GG*

18,095

16,095

16,495

13,495

16,665

14,365

HH*

16,875

15,075

15,785

12,885

15,945

13,645

I I*

15,750

13,950

14,955

12,055

15,235

12,935

JJ

12,650

11,150

12,865

10,365

13,195

11,195

MM

1,190

1,090

1,190

2,000

2,000

2,000

2,350

2,850

2,350

*Category GG, I, II, and some HH cabins have partially restricted view.

Ship’s registry: Malta

All gratuities for restaurant and cabin staff on board

Balcony

$26,450 $23,400

37 DAYS

FULL FARE

Cruise on Aegean Odyssey as detailed in the itinerary of your choice

Select wine with dinner (beer or soft drinks if preferred) In-depth lecture program featuring expert guest speakers Pre- and post-cruise land stays as detailed Transfers between airports (once you have cleared customs), hotels and ship abroad† Porterage of luggage to/from your cabin

LOW-COST & FREE ROUNDTRIP AIR^ FREE – $1,195 roundtrip economy air from select gateways NOT INCLUDED IN THE FARE • Optional shore excursions where offered • Beverages (other than those included at dinner) and other personal items • Beauty and Spa treatments • Laundry and pressing services • Internet charges and telephone calls • Visas and airport taxes where these are payable locally †Included transfers are provided only in conjunction with arrival and departure dates of cruise-tours (including optional pre- and post-cruise hotel stays) as outlined in this brochure for guests purchasing Voyages to Antiquity air arrangements.

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BOOKING TERMS & CONDITIONS General The following provisions apply to the booking of your Cruise, or Cruise-Tour and are the terms and conditions that apply upon the acceptance of your deposit by Voyages to Antiquity. They also cover any hotel or air arrangements made on your behalf by Voyages to Antiquity. By making a reservation and paying your deposit you agree to be bound by the provisions contained herein and to accept the terms and conditions of the Voyages to Antiquity Passage Contract (cruise ticket), a copy of which may be obtained from your Travel Agent or from Voyages to Antiquity.

The provisions herein contain important information on cancellation by the guest, changes in the itinerary, the limitations and exclusions of liability on the part of Voyages to Antiquity, the operator of the vessel and of independent contractors, the health and immigration requirements that are your responsibility, and other relevant terms and conditions.

Deposits and Payments A 10% deposit is required within 7 days of booking or sooner as noted on your confirmation invoice. The final balance is due no later than 90 days prior to sailing. Guests who do not make required deposits or final payment at appropriate times are subject to automatic cancellation without notice. Cancellation penalties as indicated on the invoice or as set forth in these Terms and Conditions apply (see Cancellation Policy).

American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover Card, travel agency checks, and personal checks are accepted for deposits and final payments.

Third party credit card charges can be accepted only when accompanied by valid authorization to charge from the relevant card owner.

Travel Protection We strongly recommend that all guests purchase comprehensive Trip Cancellation/Interruption Protection Plan for the full purchase price of

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the cruise as well as any air and/or land arrangement costs.

Cancellation Policy A full deposit refund is only made when cancellation notice is provided to Voyages to Antiquity no later than 120 days prior to the scheduled departure date. Any refund of payments will only be made by the same method as received.

Guests who cancel for any reason including medical reasons are subject to the following cancellation fees per person based on the total charges made for the Cruise or the Cruise-Tour, plus any fees related to the early confirmation of air travel (said fees to be determined at time of cancellation): Number of days before sailing

Up to 120 days

Cancellation fee

None

119 - 90 days

10%

89 - 61 days

25%

60 - 31 days

50%

30 - 16 days

75%

15 - 0 days

100%

Non-appearance

100%

Government Fees and Taxes, possible fuel and Exchange Rate supplements and Gift Orders are fully refundable regardless of the cancellation notice.

Air-related fuel surcharges and government taxes and fees related to the air travel are not subject to a cancellation fee, provided notice of air travel cancellation is received by Voyages to Antiquity prior to scheduled date of travel. See Air Transportation section for further details.

Changes to a Reservation Changes to a reservation at any time, including air and hotel arrangements confirmed by Voyages to Antiquity, may result in an assessment of administrative fees and service charges by the third party supplier(s) and is beyond the control of Voyages to Antiquity. Guests are responsible

for any additional costs incurred as a result of these changes. Some changes, including name changes, may be considered cancellations and applicable fees will be assessed.

Itinerary Changes The cruise and tour programs featured in this brochure are planned many months in advance.

Occasionally changes have to be made to the published itineraries both before and after bookings are confirmed as circumstances beyond the control of Voyages to Antiquity (force majeure), may require us to correct information in the brochure that appears by error or omission.

Most changes are minor but occasionally a “significant change” must be made. A “significant change” before departure is deemed to be a change to the initial embarkation or disembarkation port to a different geographical area or a change in the duration of your cruise and tour program by more than 12 hours. Ports of call or timing changes in ports of call are not considered to be “significant changes.” Voyages to Antiquity shall have no responsibility or liability for any loss, inconvenience, or expense incurred by guests as a result of any changes or cancellations whether or not the changes are a “significant change.” (See further terms relating to changes and cancellation found in the Passage Contract.)

A cruise may be canceled for reasons of force majeure (including but not limited to war, civil unrest, natural disasters, and adverse weather conditions) or in the case a governmental organization issues a specific travel warning in the area where the cruise is to operate. We also reserve the right to cancel a cruise at any time up to ten weeks before sailing if we consider there are insufficient reservations for the cruise to be viable.

If a “significant change” or decision to cancel a cruise is made, you or your Travel Agent will be advised as soon as possible about any alternative arrangements available. You can choose to accept

these arrangements or cancel with a full refund.

In the unlikely event that a ‘force majeure’ event occurs or a travel warning is issued, after a cruise has started, Voyages to Antiquity shall not be liable to pay any compensation for any changes in itinerary or omitted ports of call or shortened or lengthened stays in any port or ports other than refunds received by our suppliers.

The ship’s captain is responsible for the safety of the ship, passengers, and crew and has absolute discretion in making any alterations to the itinerary that he considers necessary.

Independent Travel Arrangements Voyages to Antiquity is not responsible with regard to air or land travel or accommodation arrangements made using non-refundable, restricted travel or frequent flyer air tickets or frequent traveler hotel accommodations. This exclusion of liability includes the consequences of delays in the arrival at any airport, hotel, or port location that may occur when guests are using independently arranged air or land travel or when changes in travel arrangements may need to be made due to changes Voyages to Antiquity may make to the embarkation or disembarkation ports and the time of embarkation and disembarkation.

The Passenger Ticket/Passage Contract contains full terms and conditions for these exclusions.

Final Travel Documentation Travel documents including any air tickets are issued only after passport details have been received and final payment has been made to Voyages to Antiquity. In most cases the final documentation is sent no later than 21-30 days prior to scheduled departure. It is the responsibility of the guest to verify that the full name(s) on any cruise, land, or air arrangements and reservations are the same as listed on his/her passport. Voyages to Antiquity is not responsible for cancellation or pre-bookable fees imposed by any supplier due to incorrect names provided by the Travel Agent or guest.

Responsibility The responsibility of Voyages to Antiquity and the operator of the vessel is strictly limited according to the Terms and Conditions set forth in the Passage Contract that you receive prior to embarkation. You are urged to read the Passage Contract carefully. A sample is available to be mailed on request or can be viewed and printed from the Voyages to Antiquity website at any time. Transportation onboard the ship is provided solely by the ship operator and pursuant to the Passage Contract. Voyages to Antiquity reserves the right to accept or decline any person as a guest for any reason.

Voyages to Antiquity shall not be responsible for any act, event or omission during the time passengers are not aboard the Voyages to Antiquity vessel. Voyages to Antiquity acts only as an agent for the supplier of off-ship services such as airlines and other off-ship transportation carriers, meals, shore excursions, accommodations, air ambulance and shore-side physicians. Guests agree not to hold Voyages to Antiquity, its owners, agents or representatives liable for any loss, injury, expense or damage which results directly or indirectly from any act or omission, whether negligent or otherwise, of any third party person or firm which is to, or does provide goods or

services in connection with the trip or any available option. Without limiting the foregoing, Voyages to Antiquity shall have no liability to passengers for the quality of services at, and the condition, cleanliness or safety of a hotel, housing facility, or conveyance, or for any transportation delay, including but not limited to liability for inconvenience, shortened vacation time, additional expenses, or any other kind of damage. Voyages to Antiquity expressly disclaims all responsibility of any nature whatsoever for any loss, damage or injury to property or person resulting from air, rail, motorcoach or any other form of transportation other than that actually provided by the Voyages to Antiquity vessel.

Air Transportation Voyages to Antiquity does not operate, control or supervise any airlines and shall have no responsibility for carriers failing to meet schedules whether or not air tickets were issued by Voyages to Antiquity or its designated vendor. Voyages to Antiquity is not responsible for any expenses or consequences relating to air transportation that results from causes including but not limited to inclement weather, strikes, flight cancellations, changes/delays in the ship’s schedule or a change/delay in schedule or routing made by a guest, travel agent or airlines. Any changes,

including cancellations, requested by a Travel Agent or a guest to a confirmed flight reservation or issued ticket will incur an administrative fee.

Any additional costs incurred by Voyages to Antiquity including penalties are made at the guest’s expense. Any charges imposed by an air carrier to Voyages to Antiquity after an air reservation is confirmed due to provision of incorrect name(s), or increase in airline related fuel surcharges, will be added to the total cost of your cruise or Cruise-Tour. If an airline ticket issued in conjunction with a Voyages to Antiquity air program is lost the guest is responsible for the full cost of replacement. Airline tickets are only refundable to Voyages to Antiquity and the amount of any refund owing to the guest, is determined by Voyages to Antiquity.

Services provided by Independent Contractors All shore-side tours and services described in this brochure or on the website including air, hotel, transfers and excursions are provided by independent contractors. Voyages to Antiquity acts solely as ticketing agent for all shore-side activities and has no legal obligation or liability of any kind to guests for acts or omissions in connection with or arising out of arrangements with independent contractors, including but not limited to airline carriers, ground/tour operators, and hotels since they are neither agents for nor employees of Voyages to Antiquity.

Guests with Special Needs The cruise and tour programs featured in this brochure include extensive sightseeing and to fully participate each guest must be reasonably fit and have no walking difficulties. Whenever possible Voyages to Antiquity will try to accommodate guests with special needs as long as the mobility issues are not an impediment to others on the guided tours. For complete policy details, refer to the General Information section of this brochure or to that section of the Voyages to Antiquity website.

Luggage Handling All luggage must conform to and will be handled in accordance with the regulations and restrictions of airlines, government security requirements, and third party suppliers.

Individual Airline charges or fees relating to checked and carry-on luggage are the guests' responsibility. Applicable fees and charges can be found on each airline's website. Charges and fees relating to the carriage and handling of luggage excluding porterage at Voyages to Antiquity's included hotels or porterage at the pier and to/from the Voyages to Antiquity vessel are the guest's responsibility. Voyages to Antiquity reserves the right to search guest luggage at any time and to refuse any items that might be considered dangerous. All hand-carried luggage and personal effects are the responsibility of the guest at all times. Voyages to Antiquity is not responsible for the loss or damage to guest luggage. Luggage insurance is strongly recommended. Please refer to the Passenger Ticket/Passage Contract for the full details of the Voyages to Antiquity Luggage Policy.

Tipping on Board Please note that gratuities for cabin and restaurant staff on board Aegean Odyssey are included in your fare. However, a service charge of 12.5% is automatically added to your account for any bar service.

Errors & Omissions While Voyages to Antiquity makes every effort to ensure the accuracy of information in this brochure its promotions and as displayed on the website Voyages to Antiquity reserves the right not to honor any published fares that it determines were erroneous due to printing, electronic or clerical error. Voyages to Antiquity is not responsible or liable for any typographical errors, omissions or misprints.

Ship’s Registry The Aegean Odyssey is registered in Malta.

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