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NICE – SEVILLE

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IBERIA, FRANCE & ENGLAND

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SEVILLE – LONDON

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THE BEST OF FRANCE & PORTUGAL

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LONDON – LISBON

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JULY 5

MEDITERRANEAN ODYSSEY

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LISBON – ROME

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A VOYAGE TO BYZANTIUM

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ROME – ISTANBUL

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ANCIENT TURKEY & THE GREEK ISLANDS

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ISTANBUL – ATHENS

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GREEK ISLANDS AND TURKEY

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GREEK ISLANDS AND TURKEY

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ATHENS – ATHENS

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GREECE & THE ADRIATIC SEA

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ATHENS – VENICE

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VENICE – ROME

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SICILY, MOROCCO & SEVILLE

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ROME – SEVILLE

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SPAIN, MOROCCO & GIBRALTAR

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SEVILLE – MALAGA

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NOVEMBER 6

SPAIN, MOROCCO & GIBRALTAR

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MALAGA – SEVILLE

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MADEIRA, CANARIES & MOROCCO

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CONTENTS VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY – AN UNFORGETTABLE EXPERIENCE

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OUR PHILOSOPHY

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MV AEGEAN ODYSSEY

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MEDITERRANEAN, AEGEAN, ADRIATIC & ATLANTIC CRUISE ITINERARIES

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GRAND VOYAGES FLY FREE TO EUROPE

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INCLUDED HOTEL STAYS

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GENERAL INFORMATION

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DECK PLAN

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CRUISE FARES & WHAT’S INCLUDED

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TERMS & CONDITIONS

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great historic cities, legendary islands & outstanding natural beauty “The grand object of travelling is to see the shores of the Mediterranean” DR SAMUEL JOHNSON

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ver previous years, Voyages to Antiquity’s Mediterranean, small-ship cruises, combining top-class service, meticulously planned itineraries and expert guest speaker programmes have proved so popular that we have decided to expand our horizons. For 2016, we have developed a series of voyages that explore the very best historic, gastronomic and cultural destinations in Europe.

From the classical elegance of ancient Greek architecture and the splendour of the Byzantine Empire to the monumental fortifications of the Norman crusaders and great cathedrals of Europe, our aim is to bring to life the exciting and inspiring history of Europe.

Inside this brochure you will not only find all you need to know about our ship, Aegean Odyssey, and our policies and style, but also an insight into the extraordinary destinations and sites you will visit. You will also discover the wonderful river and coastal cruising experiences on offer.

The itineraries have been written in a way that we hope will enhance your appreciation of the cruises, and the introductory pages outline our philosophy and the historical and cultural background of the dazzling civilisations of antiquity we visit. With so much included in our cruises (see page 17), you’ll also appreciate excellent value for money.

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award-winning journeys ~

unforgettable experiences Voyages to the historic, cultural and artistic heart of Europe These fantastic journeys range from Athens, Rome, Istanbul and the other great centres of antiquity to the Greek Islands, the glamorous Cote d’Azur, the wine regions of Portugal and France, and the romantic Cornish coast in the west of England. Another unique aspect of our itineraries is the inclusion of exceptional land and sea combinations.

Along the way you may enjoy cocktail parties in historic palazzos, special events in some of the most stunning historical buildings in the world, expertly guided tours of the great treasures of antiquity and social events such as sherry tasting in one of Spain’s top bodegas.

So there you have it: awardwinning cruising in comfort and style, visits to places you will never forget and fun and companionship ashore and on board.

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The wonders of Athens and cruising the Greek Islands It is in Athens, perhaps the greatest city of antiquity, where our story begins. The poet John Milton called Athens "the eye of Greece, mother of arts and eloquence," and it was here in the 5th century BC that the genius and creativity of the ancient Greek world shone with unprecedented brilliance.

This was the time of the great statesman Pericles who organised the construction of the Acropolis, of the dramatists Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripedes and, of course, of the philosopher Socrates. Through visits to all the key sights and the commentary of expert guides and lecturers, your visit to this truly remarkable place will bring to life

this "Golden Age" of Western civilisation.

After the vibrancy of Athens, the tranquillity of the Greek Islands offers a wonderful contrast and, as you sail through the sparkling waters of the Aegean, you have time to meet your fellow passengers, get to know the ship and relax into life on board.

As well as stunning natural beauty, the isles of Greece offer some of the most impressive sites from this region's fascinating history. On Delos, legendary birthplace of Apollo and the paramount religious sanctuary of the ancient Greek world, you can walk along the Terrace of the Lions with its famous marble guardian statues and explore the classic Doric Temple of the Delians.

By contrast, nearby Mykonos offers the more sybaritic experience of vibrant tavernas and bustling shops. Then, a visit to Crete takes you back to the time of the Minoans, one of the earliest civilisations of antiquity, and the ornate palace at Knossos.

Charming Patmos, the Crusader stronghold of Rhodes and spectacular Santorini also feature as the ship makes its way to Turkey.

Ephesus and the Aegean Coast The influence of the ancient Greeks and the later Roman Empire reached throughout the eastern Mediterranean and some of the most impressive relics of these great cultures are to be found on the coast of Turkey. Ephesus is rightly one of the most famous Graeco-Roman sites in the world:

it was here that the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the World, once stood and St Paul delivered his celebrated sermons. Once the capital of the Roman Province of Asia, Ephesus is home to the magnificent Library of Celsus and the largest theatre in the ancient world.

Once conquered by Alexander the Great, the ancient city of Pergamon with its spectacular hill-top setting and fabulous monuments is another highlight close to the Turkish coast.

A call at the port of Canakkale reminds you of how strategically vital these waters have been for centuries. Here, on either side of the Hellespont, you find the sites of two conflicts separated by a few miles but thousands of years: Troy and the World War I battle of Gallipoli.

ISTANBUL: CITY OF EMPIRES

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“ f the Earth were a single state,” Napoleon wrote, “Istanbul would be its capital.” Since its foundation as Byzantium around 660BC, this city has been at the centre of history: for nearly sixteen centuries following its re-establishment as Constantinople in 330AD, it has served as an imperial capital for the Roman (330–395), the Byzantine (395–1204 and 1261–1453), the Latin (1204–1261), and the Ottoman (1453–1922) empires.

Mooring overnight in the heart of the city, you could not be better placed to appreciate and explore this truly special place. Our expert guides ensure that you do not miss any of Istanbul’s many highlights from the splendid Hagia Sophia to the sprawling home of the sultans, Topkapi Palace. Any spare time you might have can be well spent taking a boat trip along the Bosphorus or haggling in the Grand Bazaar.

Explore Dalmatian fjords, Roman palaces and Adriatic islands As you make your way to or from Venice, one of the great advantages of small-ship cruising becomes apparent as the size of Aegean Odyssey means that you sail as close as possible to some of the most dramatic and beautiful scenery in the world. Cruising in coastal waters allows you to appreciate the true magnificence of Kotor Bay. Cutting through the Dinaric Alps in Montenegro, this dramatically beautiful inlet stretches over 20 miles inland and is Europe’s southernmost fjord.

Along the Dalmatian coast Aegean Odyssey calls at two fascinating and architecturally pleasing ports, Dubrovnik and Split. The beauty of Dubrovnik moved the writer George Bernard Shaw to describe it as “Paradise on Earth” and indeed it’s hard to imagine anyone becoming jaded by the city’s marble streets, baroque buildings and charming people.

Further up the Adriatic coast, the highlight of the visit to Split is without doubt touring the vast Palace of Diocletian. Completed in 305AD, the limestone and marble palace was built by the Emperor Diocletian for his retirement, and the complex comprised three temples, Diocletian’s massive mausoleum (now the Cathedral of St Dominus) and enough accommodation to house 9,000 people.

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spectacular sights Sparkling Ravenna and serene Venice On the Adriatic’s Italian coast lies one of Europe’s most dazzling architectural treasures. Briefly the capital of the Western Roman Empire in the 5th century AD, Ravenna is famous for its superb early Christian mosaics and buildings. Your visits to the Byzantine masterpiece Church of St Vitale and the Mausoleum of Galla Placida will thrill and inspire.

The first doge (duke) of Venice was elected in 726AD and the Venetian republic existed for over a millennium until 1797. Often referred to La Serenissima, the Most Serene Republic, the Venetians acquired an empire of trade and commercial interests. This wealth funded the city you see today.

Unlike cruises on larger vessels that offer a brief daytime stop in this wonderful place, our itineraries include a two-night hotel stay in the heart of Venice so you have time to really explore the city, furthermore, your visit will include an exclusive evening visit to St Mark’s Cathedral.

Italy’s “Dolce Vita” and France’s glamorous Cote d’Azur No other country in Europe combines the best of art, culture, gastronomy and style with quite the same panache as Italy. Here you can enjoy a scoop of the most delicious

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ice cream in the world as you admire some of the greatest treasures of antiquity or sip a Campari while sitting in the sunshine on the stunning Amalfi Coast.

Whether you are standing on the stage of the Greek theatre at Taormina in Sicily overlooking Mount Etna or marvelling at the extensive ruins of tragic Pompeii, the

joy of Italy and its way of life will entrance you. Furthermore, from the grandeur of Imperial Rome to the Renaissance splendour of Florence, Italy’s great cities are places of charm and wonder. Few will forget setting sight on the monumental Colosseum and the sprawling Roman Forum or the great Florentine Renaissance palaces and their numerous masterpieces of Western art. Sailing west, Aegean Odyssey cruises along the sophisticated French Riviera to the bustling port of Marseilles.

Provence: land of olive trees and lavender This is an ideal place to not only explore the lavender fields and charming villages

of Provence but also for visiting some of southern France’s most interesting places.

Chief among these is the medieval town of Avignon. Surrounded by well preserved 800-year-old stone ramparts, graceful Avignon was once the seat of papal power and this honour bestowed the city with a legacy of magnificent art and architecture, none grander than the massive medieval fortress and papal palace, Palais des Papes.

It is also home to the Pont d'Avignon – of nursery-rhyme fame – that spans halfway across the River Rhône. The town is also criss-crossed with ancient cobbled alleyways lined with inviting boutiques and opening out onto leafy squares over-flowing with cafe tables.

Elegant Arles with its splendid Roman ruins including the famous amphitheatre and Carcassonne with its impressive city walls and fortress also await.

The natural beauty of the Nice area and its mild Mediterranean climate have made it a popular destination since the 18th century.

The city's main seaside promenade, the Promenade des Anglais (‘the Walkway of the English') owes its name to some of the city’s earliest visitors, the English aristocracy.

The picturesque Nicean surroundings have attracted not only those in search of relaxation, but also those seeking inspiration. The clear air and soft light has been of particular appeal to some of

Western culture's most outstanding painters, such as Marc Chagall and Henri Matisse. Their work is commemorated in many of the city's museums, including the Musee Matisse and Musee des Beaux-Arts.

An overnight stay also gives you the opportunity to spend some time in a place synonymous with the glamour and opulence of the South of France, Monte Carlo.

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fascinating history

A taste of Spain – from Moorish palaces to river cruising With its cosmopolitan lifestyle, stunning architecture, fabulous food and fascinating historical sites, Barcelona is understandably one of Europe’s most popular destinations.

Highlights of your visit include the Roman sites of the city including the Temple of Apollo and Roman remains in the Gothic Quarter and, a view of perhaps the most extraordinary of the city’s landmarks, the Sagrada Familia, the massive Catalan church designed by the visionary architect Antoni Gaudí. Construction of this iconic building began in 1882 and is still ongoing.

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A short cruise along the coast brings you to the tranquil and sophisticated city of Valencia. With its magnificent 13th-century cathedral, combination of ancient and avant-garde architecture, and open green spaces, this charming city never fails to delight the visitor.

In the year 711, Moorish forces from Morocco and Algeria invaded Spain and in seven years conquered the Iberian Peninsula, eventually conquering territory that comprised most of Spain, Portugal and parts of France. Their rule lasted until 1492 and the Moors left behind a remarkable legacy of elaborate palaces, mosques and gardens. Two of the greatest treasures from this time are the Alhambra in Granada and the Great Mosque in Cordoba.

Spain is rightly famous for its great food and wine, and a stop at Jerez allows you to sample one of the country’s most famous products. In the convivial atmosphere of the Bodegas Gonzalez Byass you will try some of Spain’s very best sherry.

Before leaving Spain, Aegean Odyssey takes you on a spectacular journey cruising up the Guadalquivir River into the heart of the Andalusian city of Seville.

From Moroccan souks to Madeira, the Canaries and Sahara Desert Morocco, with its rich culture, fascinating history and exotic atmosphere should be high on everyone’s travel list. Combining cruising with an exciting land-tour ensures that you see the very best of this wonderful

palaces to enjoying a fresh pastry and bica (espresso) at a bar in a leafy plaza and listening to the haunting melodies of Portuguese fado music. During your tour, you will have the opportunity to visit the Royal Carriage Museum and explore the coastal areas around the capital including Estoril, Europe’s most western point at Cabo de Roca, and the Royal Palace and gardens at Queluz.

country including the labyrinthine souk and the Marjorelle Gardens of Marrakesh, the medieval city of Fez, the Roman ruins of Volubilis and a scenic drive through the Atlas Mountains.

After the exotic hustle and bustle of Morocco, Madeira and the Canary Islands offer a complete change of pace. Madeira, once favoured by Sir Winston Churchill as the perfect place to paint and relax, is a gem of an island some 250 miles north of Tenerife. Settled by the Portuguese in 1419 and ceded to the British in the early nineteenth century, Madeira’s wonderful climate, lush gardens and famous wine have proved popular with visitors for centuries. Likewise, the year-round climate, dramatic volcanic landscapes, picturesque

upland villages and amazing flora of La Palma and Fuerteventura in the Canaries have made these islands rightly popular.

El Marsa is a fishing port on the coast of the Western Sahara and from here you drive roughly 8 miles through the haunting and beautiful desert landscape of sand dunes to the city of Laayoune (whose Arabic name means “water source”).

The sounds and sights of Portugal Lisbon is one of the oldest cities in the world, and the oldest in Western Europe, predating other modern European capitals such as London, Paris and Rome by centuries. The Lisbon experience encompasses so many things, from visiting magnificent museums and exquisite

Located along the Douro river estuary in northern Portugal, Oporto became a registered UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996. A colourful city, Oporto is dotted with medieval relics, soaring bell towers, extravagant baroque churches and stately beaux-arts buildings. The historic centre is the Ribeira district, a place typified by old shop fronts, village-style plazas and old houses where Roman ruins lurk beneath

the foundations. Oporto is also home to some excellent museums and galleries including the Álvaro Siza Vieira’s Museu de Arte Contemporânea and Rem Koolhaas’ Casa da Música.

An unforgettable pilgrimage The capital of the Spanish province of Galicia, Santiago de Compostela is one of the most important places in Christendom as it is reputed to be the place where St James, one of the twelve Apostles of Christ, is buried (see box). It was in the 8th century AD that the remains were identified as those of Saint James the Great, and their acceptance as such by the Pope and Charlemagne. From then on, this settlement was not just a city, but a holy city, and one of the main centres of Christian pilgrimage.

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ccording to legend, the apostle Saint James the Great brought Christianity to the Iberian Peninsula. In 44AD he was beheaded in Jerusalem and his remains were later brought back to Galicia, Spain. His tomb is said to have been rediscovered in 814AD by the hermit Pelagius after he witnessed strange lights in the night sky, and King Alfonso II ordered the construction of a chapel on the site. Construction of the present cathedral began in 1075 and the last stone was laid in 1122. The cathedral was expanded and embellished with additions in the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries.

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new adventures La Belle France: From wine tasting in Bordeaux to the chateaux of the Loire After sailing along France’s Atlantic Coast, Aegean Odyssey cruises up the River Gironde to berth in centre of Bordeaux.

The city boasts the most beautiful streets in France and its magnificent 18th-century centre prompted Queen Elizabeth II to call the city “the very essence of elegance” on her last visit. Bordeaux is also rightly regarded as the wine capital of the world, producing some of the greatest vintages available. In Bordeaux, wine is at the centre of life and on your visit you will enjoy an expertly guided tasting at one of the best chateaux. This is the perfect opportunity to try some of the greatest wines and learn about the vineyards while getting to know your fellow passengers.

Further up the coast is the city of Nantes, our gateway to an unforgettable land tour

to the picturesque Chateaux Country of the Loire. From the 16th century, the Loire Valley was where the French royalty preferred to spend their time and so the local chateaux were renovated into lavish summer residences. You’ll overnight in the medieval town of Amboise and enjoy visits to several chateaux including world-famous Chenonceau (see box for more details).

Norman abbeys and the D-Day Invasion beaches On France’s northern coast two contrasting but equally moving sites await you: the ancient fortifications and abbey of Mont Saint-Michel and the D-Day landing beaches in Normandy. The island of

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Mont Saint-Michel has been the seat of a monastery since the 8th century. The abbey is one of the most stunning monuments to the great Norman civilisation that gives this region its name.

Descended from the Vikings (“Norse Men”), the Norman influence would be felt throughout Europe (including the Kingdom of Sicily) and the Holy Land. Mont SaintMichel’s unique position of being an island only 600 metres from land made it readily accessible at low tide to the many pilgrims visiting the abbey. Equally, this position made it readily defensible as an incoming tide stranded, or drowned, would-be assailants. By capitalising on this natural defence, the Mont remained unconquered

during the Hundred Years’ War with a small garrison successfully defending it against a full attack by the English in 1433. One of France's most recognisable landmarks, Mont Saint-Michel and its bay are part of the UNESCO list of World Heritage Sites.

Fortifications from modern times mark the beaches in Normandy where the Allies landed in 1944. On the 6th June 1944 the largest invasion force ever assembled landed on the coast of occupied France on five beaches code-named Sword, Juno, Omaha, Utah, and Gold. An expertly guided tour of this sacred battlefield will enlighten and inform your understanding of this most famous of battles.

enough to fully enclose the Tower of London in its 60-meter-deep crater.

Aegean Odyssey then sails up the estuary of the River Dart to the idyllic town of Dartmouth. Situated at the mouth of the River Dart, the small fishing port of Dartmouth is a quintessential English seaside town. With its Elizabethan streets, charming harbour and unspoilt beaches, this is truly a magical place.

CRUISE INTO THE HEART OF THE FRENCH COUNTRYSIDE Small-ship cruising at its best Enjoy the benefits of small-ship cruising as Aegean Odyssey sails inland up the River Loire to Nantes and a spectacular land tour to the picturesque Chateaux Country of the Loire Valley.

Centred on the historic towns of Saumur, Amboise and Tours, the chateaux of the Loire valley are the ultimate expression

of French thought and design from the Renaissance and the Age of Enlightenment. You will visit some of the most elaborate and magnificent chateaux including Chateau d’Azay le Rideau, Chateau Amboise and world-famous Chateau de Chenonceau. Built in 1513, Chenonceau is known as the “Ladies Castle” as it was built, furnished and saved from the Revolution by ladies.

This fascinating trip includes an overnight hotel stay in Amboise and also includes sightseeing and time to wander in the charming towns of Saumur and Amboise. Plus a visit to the historic city of Tours on the lower reaches of the Loire.

Saumur, Pays de la Loire

England’s stunning West Country coast Framed by some of England’s most beautiful coastline and cliff-top villages, the historic port of Falmouth is your first port of call in the United Kingdom. Fortified by Henry VIII and the place where news of Nelson’s victory – and his death – at Trafalgar was landed, Falmouth is soaked in history.

From here you will drive through the Cornish countryside to a place that can lay claim to being one of the modern wonders of the world. The Eden Project was opened in April 2001 and is the world's largest global garden. The scene is breathtaking worlds in microcosm – a cultural melting pot of global plants, both wild and cultivated, are housed in a glass dome large

Then enjoy a specially arranged visit to Britannia Royal Naval College. Dartmouth’s isolation has over the years, provided an ideal spot to prepare young men for Naval service, dating back to 1863. It was here that the present Queen first met Prince Philip, when as Princess Elizabeth she came with her parents to the Passing Out Parade. This magnificent building, set in 126 acres of landscaped gardens, overlooks the River Dart and the sea.

London: a global capital Today, London, with its unsurpassed cultural life, fascinating history and vibrant economy, is arguably the most exciting city in the world. A two-night stay with guided tours of some of the city’s most famous sites – is the perfect place to end our story.

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WITH MANY YEARS’ EXPERIENCE IN SMALL-SHIP CRUISING, VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY HAS CREATED A UNIQUE EXPERIENCE THAT COMBINES COMFORT AND SERVICE WITH METICULOUSLY PLANNED ITINERARIES TO SOME OF 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

A RELAXED ATMOSPHERE ON BOARD

In contrast to the massive vessels cruising to and from the major ports of the Mediterranean, we have a ship adapted for island and coastal cruising. This means that Aegean Odyssey can visit smaller, less crowded harbours, sail closer to the coast enabling you to really appreciate the magical views, and even cruise upriver to reach some amazing cities.

Evenings on board There will be a string trio, pianist, casual dancing before and after dinner, and occasional visiting local entertainment. No casino or disco. The officers’ introductory cocktail party is casual without the usual formalities, and there will be plenty of opportunities to socialise with your fellow passengers and meet the officers.

As we carry an average of 350 passengers, our ship is ideal for those who dislike travelling around with hordes of people.

This boutique-style cruising tends to be more expensive to operate than larger ships, but if you like to avoid crowds, wander around beautiful islands, cruise remote inlets and rivers, visit charming villages and explore ancient sites that are inaccessible to others, then Aegean Odyssey is the ideal ship.

Dress code Suggestions for what to wear during nights and evenings aboard are found in the Essential Travel Information booklet we send you 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 is appropriate.

Wine is included with dinner on board As we are in the Mediterranean, we do not think it is appropriate to serve dinner without wine. Wines are from Italy, France, Spain or Greece and are included. Other vintages are available at reasonable prices.

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

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).

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.

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OUTSTANDING ITINERARIES

SHORE EXCURSIONS INCLUDED IN YOUR FARE

All voyages have been meticulously planned by the Voyages to Antiquity staff in conjunction with noted historians.

Plus, with frequent evening and overnight stays in port, there’s the opportunity to enjoy an after-dinner stroll ashore.

Shore excursions are included in virtually every port of call – in the few cases where they are not, it’s because we feel that your time ashore is best spent exploring on your own. As well as giving you a choice of included excursions in certain places, additional visits will be offered at a supplementary cost.

This year we are delighted to include some brand new destinations like Valencia, and cruises from the Mediterranean to Lisbon and the Atlantic coast of Portugal, plus river cruising into the heart of France’s wine and chateaux countries. The invasion beaches of Normandy, England’s beautiful West Country and its historic capital – London, also feature.

We are continuing – and even increasing – our highly successful cruises to Morocco, the south of Spain, the Canary Islands, Madeira and the Western Sahara Desert, plus Aegean Odyssey will once more sail up the Guadalquivir River to moor in the heart of Seville.

Included pre- & post-cruise land stays Many departures also have pre- and/or post-cruise hotel stays in such wonderful places as London, Rome, Athens, Lisbon, Venice, Seville, Amman, Petra and Istanbul, providing guests with a wonderful chance to relax before their cruise or the perfect opportunity to explore one of these remarkable cities at the end of their journey.

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This is an important part of Voyages to Antiquity's philosophy as it ensures that our guests always see the most important sites and are escorted by the very best guides. In Athens, for example, you will not miss the Acropolis and the Acropolis Museum, and when in Istanbul your tour will always include the Hagia Sophia and the Topkapi Palace.

QUALITY HOTELS ASHORE Kusadasi and Izmir are the gateways to the ancient site of Ephesus, while Sicily and Italy offer a wealth of sightseeing possibilities and, depending on your itinerary, you’ll visit the remarkable cathedral at Santiago de Compostela in northern Spain and Mont Saint-Michel on the coast of Normandy – both important pilgrimage centres.

Our sightseeing programmes are outstanding, but can be strenuous; a reasonable level of fitness is, therefore, required. Our shore excursion brochure and on-board Daily Journal will indicate the level of fitness required on any given day.

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.

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

We have selected some of the best 4- and 5-star hotels for your included land stays.

In Rome, the Excelsior opens on to one of Rome’s prestigious streets, the Via Veneto, and the Londra & Cargill is within walking distance of the Roman Forum.

In Athens, the Grande Bretagne is a grand hotel in the finest tradition with views of the floodlit Acropolis from the roof garden.

The same view can be seen from the King George, one of Athens’ most prestigious hotels located in the heart of the city.

In Istanbul, the Grand Hyatt blends the traditions of East and West and reflects the spirit and culture of the city. The InterContinental overlooks the Bosphorus and is close to Taksim Square.

For a full description of the hotels we use, please see pages 62-63.

CELEBRATED GUEST SPEAKERS ON BOARD 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 civilisations and cultures of the regions we visit.

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.

Listed here are just a few of the expert guest speakers you may encounter on your Voyage to Antiquity.

GILLIAN HOVELL After graduating in Latin and Ancient History at Exeter University and a career in television, Gillian became deeply involved in archaeology. She is an author, historian, archaeologist, tour guide and NADFAS accredited public speaker of considerable experience and astonishing range.

ERNEST REA Ernie is a celebrated broadcaster who specialises on the history of religions.

His radio programme, Beyond Belief on BBC Radio 4, was awarded the prestigious Sony Gold Award for the best Speech Programme. From 1989 -2001 he was Head of Religious Broadcasting for the BBC and spent time in the United States brokering television deals.

RACHEL WARD Rachel Ward was curator of Arab-Islamic material at the British Museum from 1983-2000. She has lectured regularly there and at SOAS. She is currently a NADFAS accredited freelance lecturer and writer on Islamic art. Her work has been widely published, including books on Islamic Metalwork and Enamelled Glass.

JEREMY BLACK MBE Jeremy is a British historian and Professor of History at the University of Exeter. He is the author of over 100 books and has been described as "the most prolific historical scholar of our age". Graduating from Cambridge with a starred first he taught at Durham University before moving to Exeter in 1996. He was awarded an MBE in 2000 for services to stamp design.

ADAM TANNER A writer who has spent much of his career as a foreign correspondent covering the transformation of former Communist countries, Adam is a fellow at the Institute for Quantitative Social Science at Harvard University. He worked in Venice for five summers, including being a private tour guide. Adam travelled to Yugoslavia in 1985 to write the Frommer’s guide to Eastern Europe and Yugoslavia.

He remains a regular visitor to Croatia.

JOHN OSBORNE John graduated in Classical subjects at Cambridge University, then taught at Marlborough College and later at the British Council in Iran and Turkey, which gave him a now long-standing interest in Islamic culture as well as the ancient civilisations of these two countries. He has lectured regularly for NADFAS, run courses and led classical tours to Europe.

GREGORY DOWLING Gregory graduated in English literature at the University of Oxford in 1978.

Since 1979 he has lived in Italy. He has taught in Naples, Siena, Verona and, since 1981, in Venice. He is now Associate Professor of American Literature at Ca’ Foscari University of Venice.

His academic publications include a book on American narrative poetry, a book on Byron’s Venice, a co-edited anthology of American poetry about Venice and numerous articles on British and American literature.

TREVOR BRYCE Emeritus Professor Trevor Bryce is a Classicist and Near Eastern historian.

Trevor is a Fellow of the Australian Academy of the Humanities and has held visiting Fellowships at Princeton, Oxford, Sydney and Canberra. His extensive publications deal primarily with the history and civilisations of the ancient Near and Middle Eastern world. He was awarded a Doctor of Letters Degree at The University of Queensland.

Professor ROBIN CORMACK Robin is an art historian who works on Mediterranean art, particularly from Antiquity and Byzantium, but also from the Renaissance. He teaches in the Classics Faculty, University of Cambridge, and at the Universities of California at Los Angeles and Santa Barbara. Robin has published books on Byzantine Art, and co-curated the Royal Academy exhibition, Byzantium 330-1453.

JANE ANGELINI Jane Angelini is a freelance lecturer, working for various art organisations and museums, as well as running her own specialist company, St James's Art Tours. She has a BA in Russian Studies and an MA in Byzantine Art, and as well as a lecturing career has translated works of 19th century Russian literature for Penguin Books and Oxford University Press. She has travelled widely and speaks several foreign languages.

Dr DAVID PRICE WILLIAMS David Price Williams worked for the Smithsonian Institution as an archaeological field surveyor on excavations in the Near East before directing his own field research in the same area through the early 1970s. David has just retired after thirty-seven years lecturing on the Archaeology of Western Asia (Eastern Mediterranean) at the Institute of Archaeology for the University of London Extra Mural Department. He is the author and co-author of numerous academic papers on the area.

RODERICK BEATON Roderick Beaton is a leading authority on Greece and the eastern Mediterranean world from the middle ages to today. He holds the Koraes Chair of Modern Greek and Byzantine History, Language and Literature at King’s College London, where he is also Director of the Centre for Hellenic Studies. He is a fluent Greek-speaker and has often appeared on Greek TV talking about his work. His most recent prize winning book is Byron’s War: Romantic Rebellion, Greek Revolution (2013).

In 2013 he was also elected a Fellow of the British Academy (FBA).

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RIVER CRUISING AND OVERLAND TOURS

EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL EVENTS

Because of its size, Aegean Odyssey has the ability to navigate the islands and smaller ports of the Mediterranean, Aegean and Aegean Seas. She also has the ability to sail inland to take you to the heart of Europe’s great cities.

An exclusive evening in Venice For cruises visiting Venice we have arranged an exclusive, private evening visit to St Mark’s Basilica with special lighting illuminating the spectacular mosaics.

When we visit the Andalusian city of Seville, Aegean Odyssey cruises up the Guadalquivir River to berth in the heart of the city. In the South of France, we cruise close to the Cote d’Azur and dock in the glamorous resort of Nice or sophisticated Monte Carlo.

In the Adriatic, we sail close to the coast of the beautiful Kornati Islands and tie up at the small harbour of Korcula. In the Aegean, we view Mount Athos monasteries and cruise the historic Dardanelles.

In western France you’ll sail into the Gironde and the Loire Rivers to visit spectacular chateaux and taste some of the local wines, and in England we take you into the River Dart to explore the beautiful west country of Devon and Cornwall.

As part of our dedication to great value and to showing you the best sites of the ancient world, some of our departures include land tours to enhance your experience.

A taste of Morocco During the visit to Fez you will enjoy a typical Moroccan lunch in the old medina at the Palais Menebhi, a private palace originally built as a home to a Moroccan grand vizier.

Sicily's palatial splendour In Palermo, there will be an opportunity for a private visit to Palazzo Gangi, the magnificent Baroque palace famous for the banqueting scene in Visconti’s film of Tomasi di Lampedusa’s classic novel, The Leopard.

You will need to register interest as group sizes are limited. A donation of $55 per person towards restoration is required.

Seville – river cruising and home of flamenco Aegean Odyssey can navigate the Guadalquivir River, passing through the marshy lowlands known as ‘Las Marismas,’ and berth in the heart of Seville, capital of Andalusia and home to the Spanish flamenco dance. To fully appreciate the atmosphere of this wonderful city we have included a lively flamenco performance one evening on board ship.

Vineyards and wine tasting In Bordeaux, the Loire Valley, Jerez and Oporto you’ll be able to try the vintages and tour the vineyards.

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More time in Europe’s great cities

Shore excursions included on all cruises

Small-ship cruising at its best, moor in beautiful Monte Carlo

Exclusive sightseeing in Venice

OUTSTANDING VOYAGES ~

exceptional value River cruising into the heart of Seville

Voyages to Antiquity prides itself on the detail and planning of these cruise holidays. 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 and personal cruise holiday experience – very different from cruising on the megaliners of today! Plus, with special Early Booking Savings, you will also experience extraordinary value.

ALL VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY INCLUDE

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Overland Morocco tour included

EXPERTLY PLANNED ITINERARIES INCLUDED PRE- & POST-CRUISE HOTEL STAYS in Amman, Petra, Athens, Istanbul, Venice, Lisbon, London, Seville and Rome

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ALL MEALS ON BOARD AEGEAN ODYSSEY with a choice of two restaurants

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OPEN-SEATING DINING so you can choose when, where and with whom to dine

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INCLUDED SIGHTSEEING in most ports of call and choice of excursions in many ports

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MORE TIME TO ENJOY ASHORE with no rush to get back on board as we plan late departures from many ports

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EXPERIENCED GUEST SPEAKERS on each cruise WELCOME COCKTAIL PARTIES and other entertainment on board

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COMPLIMENTARY WINE, beer or soft drinks if preferred, with your evening meal on board ship

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INCLUDED GRATUITIES to your cabin steward and restaurant staff

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ONE LANGUAGE, English, is used on board PORT TAXES TRANSFERS AND BAGGAGE HANDLING (once you have cleared customs) for guests arriving and departing on days outlined for the cruise-tour programme as described in this brochure.

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SAVE up to 25% ON BROCHURE FARES LOW SINGLE FARES Savings are based on double occupancy, vary depending on cruise and cabin category selected, are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Early booking fares are subject to change after 31 August 2015 and may be withdrawn at any time. Low single fares 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-holiday.

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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 ALONG THE SPECTACULAR

GREECE, DALMATIA AND THE FRENCH RIVIERA – EVEN UPRIVER INTO THE HEART OF SEVILLE AND BORDEAUX.

COASTLINES OF

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SHIP’S AMENITIES • 2 RESTAURANTS PLUS OUTDOOR TERRACE DINING • 3 LOUNGES • 4 BARS • LECTURE THEATRE • LIBRARY • SHOP • INTERNET CENTRE • OUTDOOR POOL • ATHENA HEALTH SPA AND GYM • BEAUTY SALON • MEDICAL CENTRE • TELEPHONE, FAX AND E-MAIL VIA SATELLITE • TV, HAIR DRYER AND PERSONAL SAFE IN EVERY CABIN

“The ship was absolutely

in a class of her own

marvellous, the crew outstanding, accommodation, food, service, entertainment all first class, and interesting Guest Speakers made it a wonderful cruise.

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B.W. - Australia

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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 to the scenic harbours and ancient sites of the Mediterranean. 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.

The top deck 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 panelling, 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 centre. For those in need of a little shopping, there is also a well-stocked boutique.

A welcome difference One of the things that sets us apart from the rest is that we plan our cruise itineraries to maximise 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 dinner in a harbourside taverna in one of the Mediterranean’s delightful resorts, 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

first class comforts

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Days at sea: relax or revive

Renowned lecture programme

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 centre.

If you want to attend to the mind not the body, there will be a programme 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, the Mediterranean is 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. Our wide category of cabins feature flat-screen television, a personal safe and hairdryer – and all offer plush bedding for your comfort. Most outside cabins have windows rather than portholes and our balcony cabins offer additional comforts and conveniences, see panel for extra Balcony Class benefits.

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

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The Marco Polo Restaurant (Lunch and Dinner)

The Terrace Café & Grill (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)

The most elegant of the ship’s restaurants, the Marco Polo has a casual country-club ambiance and Mediterranean-influenced food. At lunchtime, you can choose from a variety of starters and three dishes of the day including grilled fish and a pasta special, plus a choice of desserts, fruit and cheese. In the evening, dinner will include appetisers, soup, salads, a choice of three or four main courses and desserts. In addition to complimentary wine, there is a full list of fine wines and champagnes to accompany your dinner.

With a combination of indoor and outdoor seating, sophisticated interior design and cooking on the open grill, the Terrace Café replicates the charm and ambiance of a trattoria. There is a large buffet with hot dishes of the day, a selection of salads, and Italian antipasti.

Pasta is served with a choice of homemade Italian sauces and for dessert there is a large selection including ice cream.

The day starts in the Terrace Café with breakfast where you can enjoy a healthy combination of yogurt, fruit and muesli, or indulge in eggs, bacon or an omelette.

Marco Polo restaurant Appetisers SHRIMP ROYALE Tiger prawns marinated in pink Champagne sauce on radicchio and endive

ANGUS BEEF CARPACCIO Served with porcini mushrooms, arugula lettuce and fresh parmesan flakes

SEA SCALLOPS AND CHERRY TOMATO BROCHETTE Served on gorgonzola-flavoured spinach with light tarragon foam

Soup & Salad WEST INDIAN PUMPKIN & GINGER SOUP INSALATA DI TAORMINA Mediterranean-style salad with lobster, salmon, shrimps green beans, endive, shallots and roasted pine seeds

Main Courses CASARECCE ALLA SORRENTINA Fresh sautéed pasta with tomatoes, garlic, basil, oregano, parmesan and mozzarella

GRILLED FRESH SEA BREAM FILLET Served with Mediterranean herbs, almond broccoli, green asparagus, butter-sautéed Parisienne potatoes and sauvignon sauce

GLAZED BARBARIE DUCK SUPREME In Grand Marnier sauce served with red cabbage and almond potato

Tapas on the Terrace In the evenings, Tapas on the Terrace recreates the informal yet sophisticated atmosphere of a Mediterranean bistro.

Here you can choose from a selection of mouthwatering appetisers – try our calamari and empanadas, or pick from the wide range of authentic Italian pizzas.

Equal care has been given to the selection of included wines served with dinner; 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. You’ll find

a selection of freshly-prepared sandwiches, cakes and scones. Accompanying these is, of course, a selection of refreshing teas or coffee. A cup of Darjeeling, a slice of freshly baked cake and the panoramic views of the Mediterranean: the perfect combination.

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.

LIGHT MEDIUM FRENCH LAMB RACK In thyme-ciabatta crust with vegetable ragout and lemon potato

from the vegetarian kitchen

GRILLED EGGPLANT AND BELL PEPPER MASALA Braised in yogurt with Indian spices, served with coconut-pistachio basmati rice

ASPARAGUS AND ZUCCHINI TARTER Served with wild rice and sun-dried tomato coulees

Desserts WARM CHOCOLATE SOUFFLÉ CAKE Served with raspberry sorbet APRICOT - MANGO TART with mocha sauce ICE COUP “BELLINI” with peach and vanilla ice cream CHEESE TROLLEY with a selection of International cheeses 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

You’ll find smiles and welcomes from everyone from the Captain to your cabin steward. And unlike a vast megaliner, it is easy to socialise and meet fellow passengers whose passions and interests are similar to your own.

Ask any world traveller 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 realise 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 holiday a delightful experience.

Just a few comments from previous guests “ Thank you, yet again, for the wonderful Aegean Odyssey and Voyages to Antiquity. We were on the Athens to Istanbul cruise and visited incredible sites. This was right up my husband’s alley but, l am now certain that, if l want to see something ancient again, l will look in the mirror! This particular cruise was jam-packed with excursions and it offered a huge number of very serious “must-sees”. Aegean Odyssey was, as always, special and we were so proud to be a part of it! By now we know quite a few of the crew and passengers whom we have met on previous cruises. It was a real “coming home” experience.”

J.O. South Africa

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 travellers aboard Aegean Odyssey had to say.

“ I have recently returned from The Isles

of Greece cruise and feel disposed to write and congratulate all concerned in providing me with a truly memorable experience. I was a single passenger on my first ever 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 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 joining you again.” G.G.B MBE - UK

“ 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

“ Everyone from the Captain, crew, cruise

organizer, front office personel, cabin staff and beverage staff were extremely friendly and very helpful. They are a credit to your organisation and you can be proud of them – they are doing a great job!”

G.B - Australia

“As a classicist, I was looking for some fun too and this cruise has certainly delivered. Big ships aren’t for me and the size of this ship means you can get to know people very quickly. It’s hard to think of anything on this cruise which hasn’t been a highlight for me. I’ve enjoyed every minute of it. The scenery has been stunning and the places – without doubt I would recommend it.”

M.M. - UK

“ The ship was absolutely marvellous, the

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

B.W. - Australia

“ You don’t need to be a history buff –

anyone with an interest in culture will enjoy this cruise. In a way it inspires you to learn more and delve deeper into the places we have visited. The ship is such a nice size – not too big and very informal – and it’s a delightful atmosphere.”

P.M. - UK

“ It was awesome!!!!! I am very happy

with the way the cruise panned out – well organised, great food and wine.

Great sights to visit.”

A.P. - Australia

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FROM THE TREASURES OF ANCIENT GREECE TO THE REMAINS OF THE IN

ROMAN EMPIRE

FRANCE AND SPAIN, THESE REMARKABLE

VOYAGES TAKE YOU TO THE GREAT HISTORICAL AND NATURAL WONDERS OF THE

MEDITERRANEAN,

ADRIATIC AND AEGEAN SEAS. SIGHTSEEING EXCURSIONS ARE INCLUDED AT VIRTUALLY ALL PORTS OF CALL, WITH EXTENDED STAYS AND OVERNIGHTS IN SELECT PORTS, WHICH MEANS YOU CAN ENJOY MORE TIME ASHORE.

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VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY

2016

VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY 2016 AMMAN TO ATHENS March 19 Petra and the highlights of Jordan, the Greek Islands and classical Athens

ATHENS TO ATHENS April 7 Follow in the footsteps of St Paul from Athens to Ephesus

ATHENS TO ATHENS April 16 & 27 / September 2 & 13 Sail to the stunning Greek Islands and the coast of Turkey

ATHENS TO VENICE May 9 / September 25 Dalmatia and the highlights of the Byzantine Empire

VENICE TO NICE May 18 A journey to the Cote d’Azur, Renaissance Florence and Imperial Rome

NICE TO SEVILLE June 2 The Riviera and medieval France combined with Moorish and Roman Spain

SEVILLE TO LONDON June 11 Magnificent cathedrals, wine tasting in France and England’s countryside and capital

LONDON TO LISBON June 23 Historic London, D-Day beaches, chateaux of the Loire and the best of Portugal

LISBON TO ROME July 5 A Mediterranean Odyssey featuring Portugal, Spain, France, Monaco and Italy

ROME TO ISTANBUL July 17 The splendour of Imperial Rome, Venetian castles and Byzantine Istanbul

ISTANBUL TO ATHENS August 24 A voyage to the islands of the gods and heroes of ancient Greece

VENICE TO ROME October 4 Dalmatia, ancient Butrint and treasures of Roman and Renaissance Italy

ROME TO SEVILLE October 15 Imperial Rome, the palaces of Palermo and the elegance of the Alhambra

SEVILLE TO MALAGA October 26 / November 6 Explore the marvels of Morocco from Fez to Marrakesh

SEVILLE TO MALAGA November 13 A taste of Spain, Madeira, the Canary Islands and exotic Morocco

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Amman Jordan Petra

Aqaba

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“Petra: A rose-red city – half as old as time” JOHN WILLIAM BURGON 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.

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. 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, relish the beauty of Santorini, visit the splendid monuments in Delos, relax in Mykonos, then enjoy a grand finale in Athens.

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18-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,165pp 2016

PORT

MAR 19 Arrive into AMMAN Jordan Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

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

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MAR 24 Cruise the Red Sea MAR 25 SUEZ CANAL Egypt

daytime transit

MAR 26 LIMASSOL (Kourion) Cyprus

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8.00pm

MAR 27 ANTALYA Turkey

2.00pm

overnight

MAR 29 RHODES Greek Islands

8.00am

8.00pm

MAR 30 KUSADASI (Ephesus) Turkey

7.00am

overnight

MAR 28 ANTALYA (Aspendos) Turkey

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MAR 31 KUSADASI (Aphrodisias) Turkey

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SANTORINI (Akrotiri) Greek Islands

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PIRAEUS/ATHENS Greece Disembark and transfer to hotel

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APR 5

ATHENS Greece Transfer to Athens Airport

noon 10.00pm 6.00pm

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The Treasury, Petra

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AMMAN, ANCIENT PETRA AND THE SUEZ CANAL Citadel Hill in Jordan's capital Amman is the site of an impressive concentration of antiquity including the 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 – here you can see colonnaded streets, temples and a theatre 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 in the spring sunshine as the ship cruises the Red Sea and enjoy a daytime sailing through the Suez Canal to the Mediterranean.

CYPRUS TO THE COAST OF TURKEY AND CRUSADER 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 theatre.

18 DAYS FROM AMMAN TO ATHENS STATEROOM CATEGORY

Sacred Delos

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 remarkable site and the excavations include the remains of a sophisticated civilisation dating back to the 16th century BC. CLASSICAL ATHENS Your two-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 free time to explore the city's other remarkable sites such as the ancient Agora and the National Archaeological Museum.

M

Standard Inside

FULL FARE

BO $ 2 S AV OK ,80 E U EAR 7 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$4,795

$4,165

L

Premium Inside

5,150

4,467

K

Premium Inside

5,475

4,743

J

Standard Outside

5,850

5,062

I

Premium Outside

6,095

5,270

H

Premium Outside

6,575

5,678

G

Premium Outside

6,950

5,997

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

7,295

6,290

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

7,550

6,507

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

7,995

6,885

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

8,250

7,192

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

9,095

7,820

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

9,950

8,547

Thira, Santorini

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $4,467 - JJ $5,596 - II $5,610 - HH $5,912 GG $6,252 - EE $6,800 - CC $7,395

A four-night overland adventure in Jordan

Ancient Aphrodisias

Explore the Nabataean city of Petra Daytime cruise through the Suez Canal Visit Crusader castles Discover the golden age of classical Greece

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Two nights in Athens

Philippi

Thessalonica

ATHENS TO ATHENS APRIL 7, 2016

Vergina

Kavala Gallipoli

Meteora

Canakkale

Volos Skiathos

Dikili

Greece

Athens Corinth

IN THE FOOTSTEPS

OF SAINT PAUL

Aegean Sea

Troy

Pergamon

turkey Kusadasi Ephesus Miletus Delos Mykonos Patmos

“The light of Greece opened my eyes” HENRY MILLER St Paul embarked on three missionary journeys in his lifetime. His travels took him throughout southern Asia Minor, to the lands surrounding the Mediterranean and as far west as Rome and on to modern-day Spain.

This voyage will take you to several of the places the Apostle visited including Corinth and the ancient city of Ephesus. Plus other places of great spiritual significance, including the beautiful island of Patmos where St John wrote the Book of the Revelation, the sacred island of Delos, and Philippi where St Paul delivered his first sermon in Europe, sowing the seeds of Christianity.

So there you have it: a journey that takes you to the inspiring sites on St Paul’s missionary travels and cruises to the Greek Islands and some of the most beautiful spots in the Mediterranean.

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Meteora

13-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$3,709pp 2016

PORT

APR 7

Arrive into ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

overnight hotel

APR 8

ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)

overnight hotel

APR 9

ATHENS/PIRAEUS Greece Morning sightseeing (Corinth) Transfer to Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus

APR 10

DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands

7.00am 2.00pm

noon 10.00pm 10.00pm

8.00pm

APR 11

PATMOS Greek Islands

6.00am

APR 12

KUSADASI Turkey (Ephesus or Miletus)

6.00am

APR 13

DIKILI Turkey (Pergamon)

8.00am

APR 14

CANAKKALE Turkey (Troy or Gallipoli)

7.00am

APR 15

KAVALA Greece (Philippi)

8.00am

APR 16

THESSALONICA Greece (Vergina)

8.00am

APR 17

VOLOS Greece (Meteora)

8.00am

midnight

APR 18

SKIATHOS Greek Islands

7.00am

2.00pm

APR 19

PIRAEUS Greece Disembark and transfer to Athens Airport

6.00am

8.00pm 8.00pm 8.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm

AEG160409

AU

ATHENS AND ANCIENT CORINTH During your two-night hotel stay in Athens you will enjoy a morning tour of the Acropolis, symbol of the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture, including a visit to the Acropolis Museum.

In free time, perhaps walk up Mars Hill where St Paul preached to the Athenians.

Before embarking on the Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus, you will visit ancient Corinth where St Paul lived during the 50s AD. See the remains of the first-century shops, the agora, the Temple of Apollo, and the platform in the Roman Forum from which he pleaded his case to the Corinthians.

THE GLORIOUS GREEK ISLES Delos is one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Greece and was the paramount religious sanctuary of the ancient Greek world. Nearby Mykonos is ideal for some people watching and evening drinks. The religious significance of Patmos dates from the arrival of St John in AD95. Here you will visit the Holy Cave of the Apocalypse, where he dictated the Book of Revelation, and the Monastery of St John, founded in 1088.

In the afternoon and early evening you are free to relax on this beautiful island.

THE COAST OF TURKEY & THE DARDANELLES From the lively port of Kusadasi you have a choice of excursions. Drive to ancient Ephesus and see the Odeon (concert hall), the Temple of Hadrian, the Library of Celsus, and the Great Theatre where St Paul preached. Alternatively, you can visit Miletus, where he met with the elders of the church of Ephesus in 57AD. From the port of Dikili there’s a tour to the Hellenistic ruins of Pergamon.

Founded by the Greeks in the 8th century BC, Pergamon once rivalled Athens and Alexandria as a centre of culture and learning. Canakkale is on the shores of the Dardanelles – the ancient Hellespont.

Again you have a choice of excursions.

The 13th or 12th century BC siege of Troy

by Spartan and Achaean warriors has fired the imagination of poets over thousands of years. Today, little remains of the 5,000 years of habitation but you can sense the history as you view the massive walls, a Roman Theatre and the reputed Palace of King Priam. Or perhaps ferry over to Gallipoli, scene of one of the most tragic campaigns of World War I. PHILIPPI, THESSALONICA AND MONASTERIES IN THE SKY Morning arrival in Kavala – ancient Neapolis – where St Paul, accompanied

by Silas, Luke and Timothy, first set foot in Europe. From here you head for Philippi where he delivered his first sermon in Europe, sowing the seeds of Christianity, and where among the ruins is the prison into which he and Silas were thrown. St Paul also preached in Thessalonica and wrote two epistles to the ancient Thessalonians.

You will explore the city’s Byzantine heritage and, in the afternoon, travel to Vergina. Even by the standards of Greece, Vergina is an old city. There is evidence that it was populated as early as 1000BC and its inhabitants were among the first Christians in the Empire. From the port of Volos, you will travel by road to see the famous Byzantine monasteries built on the sandstone towers at Meteora. Return to the ship for an evening departure to Skiathos, a delightful Greek island and the perfect place to enjoy a relaxing final day.

13 DAYS FROM ATHENS TO ATHENS STATEROOM CATEGORY

M

Standard Inside

FULL FARE

$5

BO S A OK , 6 V E U EAR 0 0 P LY PE TO R CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$4,795

$3,709

L

Premium Inside

5,175

3,994

K

Premium Inside

5,550

4,275

J

Standard Outside

5,950

4,575

I

Premium Outside

6,395

4,909

H

Premium Outside

6,825

5,231

G

Premium Outside

7,250

5,550

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

7,795

5,959

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,175

6,244

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

8,995

6,859

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

9,495

7,234

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

10,695

8,134

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

11,650

8,850

Library of Celsus, Ephesus

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $5,175 - JJ $5,359 - II $5,775 - HH $6,169 GG $6,525 - EE $7,309 - CC $8,475

Skiathos, Greek Islands

Explore ancient Athens and Corinth Enjoy the Greek Islands in springtime See the “monasteries in the sky” at Meteora Visit Philippi in the footsteps of St Paul

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Monastery of St John, Patmos

Istanbul Mount Athos

ATHENS TO ATHENS APRIL 16 & 27, 2016 SEPTEMBER 2 & 13, 2016

Skiathos

Aegean Greece Athens Sea

Visiting ten exciting ports of call, you can avoid the heat of summer, and with excursions to all the major sites included, this two-week voyage promises to be an unforgettable trip.

Ephesus

Heraklion CRETE Knossos

“The isles of Greece where Delos rose and Phoebus sprung”

You’ll visit the remarkably well-preserved ruins of Ephesus and Pergamon, the crusader stronghold on Rhodes, the temples of sacred Delos and what remains of ancient Troy. You will also see the quintessential, whitewashed villages of the Greek Islands and sail through some of the most stunning scenery in the world.

Pergamon

Izmir

Delos Mykonos Santorini Rhodes

AND TURKEY

this fascinating voyage around the Aegean has no less than four departures – two in the spring and two in the autumn.

Starting with a three-night hotel stay in Athens, Aegean Odyssey then takes you on a journey exploring the history, culture and myths of ancient Greece and Turkey.

Canakkale Troy turkey

Corinth Epidaurus

GREEK ISLANDS The ultimate in Greek Island cruising,

Gallipoli

LORD BYRON

15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,320pp 2016

PORT

DAY 1

Arrive into ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

overnight hotel

DAY 2

ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)

overnight hotel

DAY 3

ATHENS Greece

overnight hotel

DAY 4

ATHENS/PIRAEUS Greece Full day sightseeing (Corinth and Epidaurus) Embark Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus 8.00pm

DAY 5

SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)

8.00am

DAY 6

HERAKLION Crete, Greek Islands (Knossos)

6.00am

DAY 7

RHODES Greek Islands

7.00am

7.00pm

DAY 8

DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands

8.00am 2.00pm

noon 8.00pm

DAY 9

IZMIR Turkey (Ephesus)

8.00am

overnight

DAY 10

IZMIR Turkey (Pergamon)

DAY 11

CANAKKALE Turkey (Troy or Gallipoli)

8.00am

DAY 12

ISTANBUL Turkey

7.00am

overnight 8.30am 6.00pm

7.00pm 2.00pm

7.00pm 6.00pm

DAY 13

ISTANBUL Turkey

DAY 14

Cruising past Mount Athos SKIATHOS Greek Islands

7.00am 2.00pm

DAY 15

PIRAEUS Greece Disembark and transfer to Athens Airport

6.00am

1.00pm

AEG160419 / AEG160430 / AEG160905 / AEG160916

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Quintessential Greek Islands

AU

CLASSICAL ATHENS Your three-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 during this remarkable era. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and head out of Athens to the site of ancient Corinth and the remarkable amphitheatre at Epidaurus.

A GREEK ISLAND ODYSSEY: FROM SANTORINI TO DELOS Among the Aegean's most spectacular sights are the cliffs of Santorini rising from a great half-moon caldera. The island was also home to the Minoan settlement of Akrotiri: dating from the 16th century BC this ancient city was wonderfully preserved under volcanic ash. The heyday of Minoan civilisation (2000-1600BC) was marked by the construction of great palaces, the best known is Knossos on the island of Crete. Excavations began in 1899 by the British archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans, who controversially “restored” the palace with his own eccentric ideas of Minoan interior design.

The next port of call is Rhodes and a chance to explore the Old Town and the Citadel of the Knights of St John. There is also the opportunity to visit the Acropolis at Lindos. The island of Delos is one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Greece, and nearby Mykonos, with its cafes and shops, is the perfect contrast.

EPHESUS, TROY & THE COAST OF TURKEY After leaving the Greek Islands, we cross to the Turkish coast and the port of Izmir from where there is the opportunity to

visit some of the most spectacular sites of antiquity to be found anywhere.

Ephesus contains the largest collection of Roman ruins in the eastern Mediterranean including the Library of Celsus and the theatre which is believed to be the largest outdoor theatre in the ancient world. Also included is an excursion to Pergamon which was founded by the Greeks in the 8th century BC and once rivalled Athens and Alexandria as a centre of culture and learning.

The 13th or 12th century BC siege of Troy by Spartan and Achaean warriors from Greece has fired the imagination of poets over thousands of years. Today little remains of the 5,000 years of habitation but you can sense the history of the place as you view the massive walls, a Roman theatre and the reputed Palace of King Priam. Alternatively, take a ferry across the Dardanelles to the moving memorials of Gallipoli.

BYZANTINE ISTANBUL ON THE BOSPHORUS One of the major highlights of your cruise is when you sail through the Bosphorus and dock in the heart of the Byzantine masterpiece that is Istanbul. Your included sightseeing features the 6th-century Cathedral of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace – residence of the early sultans, and the Sultan Ahmet Camii (Blue Mosque).

You will also have free time to explore on your own, perhaps visit the amazing underground cisterns, the Archaeological Museum, or take a look at the city from a different viewpoint with a sail on the Bosphorus. To conclude your cruise, you sail past the astonishing monasteries at Mount Athos and enjoy a lazy afternoon on the “Mamma Mia” island of Skiathos.

15 DAYS FROM ATHENS TO ATHENS SEP 2 & 13

APR 16 & 27 CABIN CATEGORY

FULL FARE

SAVER FARE

FULL SAVER FARE FARE

M Standard Inside

$5,595 $4,320 $5,750 $4,436

L

Premium Inside

5,995 4,620

6,175 4,755

K Premium Inside

6,450 4,961

6,595 5,070

J

Standard Outside

6,950 5,336

7,125 5,468

I

Premium Outside

7,450

7,650 5,861

5,711

H Premium Outside

7,950 6,086

8,150 6,236

G

Premium Outside

8,475 6,480

8,695 6,645

F

Deluxe Outside

9,095 6,945

9,295 7,095

E

Deluxe Outside

9,495 7,245

9,750 7,436

D

Deluxe Balcony

10,450 7,961

10,750 8,186

C

Deluxe Balcony

10,995 8,370

11,350 8,636

B

Junior Suite/Balcony 12,395 9,420

12,750 9,686

Owner’s Suite/Balcony 13,550 10,286

13,950 10,586

A

BO $ 6 S AV OK ,72 E U EAR 8 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

Byzantine Istanbul

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES from: MM $5,370 - JJ $6,570 - II $7,020 HH $7,470 GG $7,920 - EE $8,861 - CC $10,211

Greek Island cruising at its best

Minoan Knossos, Crete

Three nights to discover classical Athens Visit whitewashed Greek Islands Turkey’s ancient cities Two days in Istanbul

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Temple of Trajan, Pergamon

Venice

Italy Ravenna

ATHENS TO VENICE MAY 9, 2016 SEPTEMBER 25, 2016

GREECE & THE

ADRIATIC SEA

Zadar Croatia Split Dubrovnik Adriatic Kotor Bay Sea Montenegro albania Sarande Corfu Butrint Greece Athens Ithaca Olympia

Sparta

Katakolon

Gythion

Mediterranean Sea

“Those who seek paradise on earth should see Dubrovnik” GEORGE BERNARD SHAW The clear waters of the Adriatic and breathtaking island and coastal scenery define the Dalmatian coast.

From the medieval walled city of Dubrovnik to the dramatic beauty of Kotor Bay, Dalmatia is surely one of the loveliest parts of Europe. On this voyage you will also visit remarkable monuments created by classical civilisations including Butrint in Albania and the Roman Palace of Diocletian in Split – this truly is coastal cruising at its best.

Your journey begins with a two-night hotel stay in Athens including a visit to the Acropolis Museum. As you leave Athens behind, you’ll visit Sparta, Mystras and ancient Olympia, then cruise the stunning islands of the Ionian Sea including Corfu and Ithaca. Your cruise concludes with a hotel stay in one of the most beautiful cities in the world: Venice.

14-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,234pp 2016

PORT

DAY 1

Arrive into ATHENS Greece Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

overnight hotel

DAY 2

ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)

overnight hotel

DAY 3

ATHENS/PIRAEUS Greece Embark Aegean Odyssey in Piraeus

DAY 4

GYTHION Greece (Sparta & Mystra)

DAY 5

KATAKOLON Greece (Olympia) 7.00am Cruising the Ionian Islands ITHACA Greek Islands 6.30pm

midnight

DAY 6

CORFU Greek Islands SARANDE Albania (Butrint)

7.00am 1.30pm

12.30pm 7.00pm

DAY 7

KOTOR BAY Montenegro DUBROVNIK Croatia

5.00pm

cruising overnight

7.00am

11.00pm

6.00pm 7.00am 6.00pm 1.00pm

DAY 8

DUBROVNIK Croatia

DAY 9

SPLIT Croatia

DAY 10

ZADAR Croatia

7.00am

1.00pm

DAY 11

RAVENNA Italy

7.00am

11.00pm

DAY 12

VENICE Italy Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel

8.00am

DAY 13

VENICE Italy

DAY 14

VENICE Italy Transfer to Venice Airport

7.00pm

overnight hotel overnight hotel

AEG160511/AEG160927

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Dubrovnik, Pearl of the Adriatic

AU

CLASSICAL GREECE Begin your journey with a hotel stay in the Greek capital including a full morning's guided tour of Athens’ ancient sites including the Acropolis. Built during the "Golden Age", the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture during this remarkable era. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and have plenty of free time to explore the city's other sites.

Gythion is the first port of call for our tour to Sparta and Mystra, followed by Katakolon for a morning's tour to Ancient Olympia. The first Olympic Games took place here in 776BC and the site was also an important religious centre, as Mount Olympus was believed to be the home of Zeus. Return to the ship for a lunchtime departure and a leisure afternoon cruising the Ionian Sea en route to Ithaca where you will be able to spend a relaxing evening ashore.

ELEGANT CORFU AND ANCIENT BUTRINT With cricket still played on the green, the legacy of British rule is evident in Corfu Town as you will see during the morning tour. You will also visit the Byzantine Museum housed in the Church of Panagia Antivouniotissa.

The archaeological site of Butrint has been occupied since at least the 8th century BC. Roman Emperor Augustus founded a colony here, and Butrint’s medieval history was turbulent as the town was involved in the power struggles between Byzantium and successive Norman, Angevin and Venetian states. It is consequently a fascinating archaeological and historical site.

NATURAL AND ANCIENT WONDERS OF DALMATIA After cruising deep into the stunning fjord of Kotor Bay in Montenegro, the ship arrives at Dubrovnik for a free evening ashore. Next morning, your sightseeing features the magnificent fortifications including the 10th century city walls, the Baroque Church of St Blaise and the Cathedral which boasts Titian’s Assumption over the main altar.

The Croatian town of Split is home to one of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian. There will be a morning tour of this remarkable palace including the Temple of Jupiter and Diocletian’s Mausoleum. In the afternoon, there is the option of visiting one of the true gems of the Dalmatian coast, the delightful island of Trogir. The Romans, Byzantines and Venetians all coveted the port of Zadar and as a result it is rich in fascinating monuments. Your morning walking tour of the town will include the Roman forum and the Byzantine masterpiece, the Church of St Donat.

14 DAYS FROM ATHENS TO VENICE STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

BO $ 5 S AV OK ,90 E U EAR 0 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

M

Standard Inside

$5,495

$4,234

L

Premium Inside

5,850

4,500

K

Premium Inside

6,195

4,759

J

Standard Outside

6,595

5,059

I

Premium Outside

6,995

5,359

H

Premium Outside

7,450

5,700

G

Premium Outside

7,895

6,034

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,295

6,334

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,750

6,675

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

9,695

7,384

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

10,195

7,759

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

11,350

8,625

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

12,250

9,300

Two nights in Venice

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $5,359 - JJ $6,375 - II $6,750 - HH $7,125 GG $7,500 - EE $8,284 - CC $9,600

San Vitale, Ravenna

BYZANTINE RAVENNA AND VENICE In the 5th century AD the power of Rome was in decline and in 402 the capital of the Western Roman Empire was moved to Ravenna. The city is famous for its superb early Christian mosaics and buildings including the Church of San Vitale and the 5th-century Mausoleum of Galla Placidia.

Whether you are seeing the great sites of Venice such as the Piazza San Marco, the Bridge of Sighs and the Doge’s Palace for the first time or revisiting them, there is no better way to end your trip than with two nights in this lovely city. On your first evening, you’ll enjoy a spectacular private visit to St Mark’s Basilica.

Cruise the scenic splendour of Dalmatia Visit the Greek Classics: Acropolis, Sparta, Olympia See Ravenna’s dazzling mosaics Enjoy an exclusive evening visit to St Mark’s Basilica in Venice

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Spectacular Kotor Bay

france

VENICE TO NICE

Venice

Croatia Split Adriatic Dubrovnik Italy Kotor Bay Rome Sea Montenegro Civitavecchia

Avignon Monte Carlo Florence Ancona Nice Marseilles Livorno Urbino

MAY 18, 2016

Pompeii

Sorrento

Mediterranean Sea

THE GRAND TOUR

Sicily

Greece Corfu

Taormina

“The Grand Tour... enrich the mind with knowledge” THOMAS NUGENT (Grand Tour 1749) This meticulously planned itinerary combining Italy and the Dalmatian Riviera echoes the idea of the “Grand Tour”, a practice popular in the seventeenth and eighteenth centuries that introduced Europeans and Americans to the art and culture of ancient Greece, France and Italy.

Then, as now, Rome and Venice were not to be missed, and Florence and the ruins of Pompeii were also popular destinations. As well as the "Grand Tour" favourites, this cruise takes you to the Renaissance treasures of Urbino, the spectacular coast of Dalmatia, Corfu and the elegant Greek theatre at Taormina in Sicily.

Starting with a two-night hotel stay in Venice, this grand voyage concludes with a sail along the French Riviera to the glamorous resorts of Nice and Monte Carlo – a fitting end to this modern-day Grand Tour.

16-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$5,234pp 2016

PORT

MAY 18

Arrive into VENICE Italy Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

overnight hotel

MAY 19

VENICE Italy

overnight hotel

MAY 20

VENICE Italy Embark Aegean Odyssey

MAY 21

URBINO Italy

7.00am

7.00pm

MAY 22

SPLIT Croatia

8.00am

10.00pm

MAY 23

DUBROVNIK Croatia KOTOR BAY Montenegro

7.00am

1.00pm cruising

MAY 24

CORFU Greek Islands

1.00pm

midnight

MAY 25

At Sea

MAY 26

TAORMINA Sicily 7.00am Cruise through the Strait of Messina and past Stromboli

1.00pm

MAY 27

SORRENTO Italy (Pompeii or Herculaneum)

8.00am

MAY 28

ROME Italy

7.00am

8.00pm

9.00pm

6.00pm

MAY 29

FLORENCE Italy

7.00am

10.00pm

MAY 30

Cruising the French Riviera MARSEILLES France

8.00pm

overnight

MAY 31

AVIGNON France

JUN 1

NICE France (Monte Carlo)

8.00am

overnight

JUN 2

NICE France Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Nice Airport

8.00pm

AEG160520

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Venice

AU

VENICE AND RENAISSANCE URBINO “To live in Venice or even visit it means you fall in love with the city itself.” The veracity of this remark by the famous American art collector Peggy Guggenheim will be clear after your two-night hotel stay in the city.

There is no better way to start your trip than with a morning’s sightseeing walk around this magnificent city. On your second evening, there is an exclusive visit to St Mark’s: not to be missed.

Perched on two hills above stunning countryside, the walled town of Urbino contains some true treasures. Here you will visit the birthplace of Raphael, tour the Palazzo Ducale, Italy's most beautiful Renaissance palace, and view the magnificent Duomo.

THE BEAUTY OF DALMATIA Split is home to one of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian, and the first of our ports of call along the Dalmatian coast. Next is Dubrovnik, which Lord Byron described as “ the Pearl of the Adriatic”, where sightseeing takes you on a walk around the walled city to visit the Church of St Blaise and the Cathedral that boasts Titian’s Assumption over the main alter. A lunchtime sailing takes us south to the stunning fjord of Kotor Bay in Montenegro. With cricket still played on the green, the legacy of British rule is still evident in Corfu Town as you will see during your afternoon tour.

THE MAGIC OF SICILY AND THE MYSTERIES OF POMPEII Our early morning arrival in Taormina on the island of Sicily, gives us the opportunity to visit the magnificent Greek theatre with its breathtaking views of Etna. An afternoon cruise takes you through the Strait of Messina and past the beautiful Lipari

Islands including volcanic Stromboli.

From Sorrento, you can visit one of two wonderful sites. Pompeii dates back to the 6th century BC and was engulfed by lava erupting from Vesuvius in August 79AD. Alternatively, you can visit the nearby town of Herculaneum that also perished during the same eruption.

CLASSICAL ROME TO THE WONDERS OF FLORENCE Your morning tour of Rome begins with one the great monuments of ancient Rome, the Colosseum and ends with a visit to the most important church in Christendom, the sumptuous Basilica of St Peter’s in Vatican City. You are then free to lunch on your own before an afternoon walking tour to some of the city’s other wonderful sites including the Pantheon and Trevi Fountain. From the port of Livorno, you travel to Florence for a very special day visiting the city’s remarkable galleries, buildings and museums including the Galleria dell'Accademia, the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi (avoiding the queues thanks to your group reservation).

FRENCH RIVIERA & MONACO Enjoy a relaxing day at sea as Aegean Odyssey makes her way along the beautiful coastline of the Cote d’Azur passing Cannes, Antibes, Saint-Tropez and the Ile de Porquerolles, en route to Marseilles for a visit to the Papal Palace in Avignon, founded by Pope Clement V in1309.

Arriving in the delightful French Riviera resort of Nice, you can spend the day relaxing on the beach, shopping in sophisticated boutiques, or join an included excursion to Monte Carlo in the Principality of Monaco. Alternatively, you can head for the charming Provençal hill town of St Paul-de-Vence.

16 DAYS FROM VENICE TO NICE STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

M

Standard Inside

$6,795

BO $ 7 S AV OK ,85 E U EAR 0 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$5,234

L

Premium Inside

7,250

5,575

K

Premium Inside

7,795

5,984

J

Standard Outside

8,395

6,434

I

Premium Outside

8,995

6,884

H

Premium Outside

9,595

7,334

G

Premium Outside

10,225

7,806

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,975

8,369

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

11,495

8,759

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,550

9,550

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

13,250

10,075

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

14,895

11,309

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

16,250

12,325

Classical Rome

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $6,250 - JJ $7,634 - II $8,234 - HH $8,800 GG $9,344 - EE $10,484 - CC $12,059

Cruise the French Riviera

Cruise serene Kotor Bay Visit the Uffizi and the Accademia in Florence Explore the ruins of Pompeii or Herculaneum Watch in awe as you sail past volcanic Stromboli Scenic sailing along the Cote d’Azur

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House of Neptune and Amphitrite, Herculaneum

France

Avignon Monte Carlo

Nice Carcassonne Marseilles SPAIN

NICE TO SEVILLE

Valencia

JUNE 2, 2016

Cordoba

Seville

Jerez

FRENCH RIVIERA &

Barcelona

Granada

Mediterranean Sea

Cadiz Malaga Tangier Morocco

MOORISH SPAIN

“Oh, lovely Spain! renown’d, romantic land!” LORD BYRON From the contemporary masterpiece of Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona and the Moorish marvel of the Alhambra in Granada to the Great Mosque of Cordoba, this journey will show you the most elegant and fascinating architectural and artistic treasures to be found in this “renown’d, romantic land!”

This itinerary also includes an added gem: a cruise along the Guadalquivir River to moor in the heart of Andalusian Seville. Then a short sail across the Strait of Gibraltar to the Moroccan port of Tangier and a chance to explore the Kasbah and visit its famous museum.

This journey begins at Nice on the stunning French Riviera. You’ll also visit Monte Carlo, Avignon – home to the splendid Gothic Papal Palace – and the medieval walled town of Carcassonne.

14-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,320pp 2016

PORT

JUN 2

Arrive into NICE France Embark Aegean Odyssey

ARRIVE

overnight

JUN 3

NICE (Monte Carlo) France

overnight

JUN 4

NICE France Cruising the French Riviera MARSEILLES France

8.00am

JUN 5

AVIGNON France

JUN 6

CARCASSONNE France

JUN 7

BARCELONA Spain

8.00am

6.00pm

JUN 8

VALENCIA Spain

8.00am

8.00pm

JUN 9

At Sea

JUN 10

MALAGA Spain (Granada)

7.00am

midnight

JUN 11

TANGIER Morocco

7.00am

8.00pm

JUN 12

CADIZ Spain (Jerez) RIVER CRUISING along the Guadalquivir River SEVILLE Spain

7.00am

12.30pm

9.00pm

overnight

JUN 13

SEVILLE Spain Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

JUN 14

SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)

overnight hotel

JUN 15

SEVILLE Spain Transfer to Seville Airport

8.00pm

overnight

7.00am

8.00pm

8.00pm

Extend your holiday with an optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid.

See page 63

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Alhambra Palace, Granada

DEPART

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THE FRENCH RIVIERA Arriving in the delightful French Riviera resort of Nice, you can spend time relaxing on the beach or shopping in the Cours Seleya flower and produce market – definitely worth a visit. Later, perhaps head for nearby Monte Carlo or the charming Provençal hill town of St Paulde-Vence. Then enjoy a relaxing day at sea as you sail along the Cote d’Azur passing Cannes, Antibes and Saint-Tropez on the way to Marseilles.

One of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, the Papal Palace in Avignon was founded by Pope Clement V in 1309 when he fled the violence in Rome. The major construction was carried out between 1335 and 1364

by Pope Benedict XII and his successor, Pope Clement VI. Founded by the Romans, the fortified city of Carcassonne became the largest walled stronghold of the Middle Ages – its remarkable towers and ramparts are recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

ROMAN AND MOORISH SPAIN Included morning sightseeing of Barcelona will be dedicated to exploring the Roman sites of the city including the Temple of Apollo and Roman remains in the Gothic Quarter. You then have time to explore on your own. Perhaps visit extraordinary Sagrada Familia, the massive Catalan church designed by the visionary architect Antoni Gaudí. Construction of this iconic building began in 1882 and is still ongoing.

Enjoy the charm of Valencia’s squares and hidden corners on a walk through this fascinating city. You’ll see the City of Arts and Sciences, the Museu de les Ciencies and Plaza de la Reina. Discover the historical centre, visit the Cathedral, and one of the most astonishing Gothic civil buildings in the world, La Lonja,

which was declared Heritage of Mankind

by UNESCO. Begun in 1238, the Alhambra in Granada was the last capital of the Moors in Spain. Your excursion includes the Royal Palace and the Generalife with its splendid gardens.

MOROCCO & A TASTE OF SHERRY Tangier is a fascinating Moroccan city with an interesting history and friendly people.

Your visit includes the Kasbah, and caves of Hercules – a place of stunning natural beauty where the mythical figure Hercules is said to have rested after finishing his twelve labours. From the port of Cadiz travel to Jerez de la Frontera (so called because it stood at the frontier between the Moorish and Christian realms), a town famous for the production of sherry and, after a tour of the city, you will visit one of the famous bodegas – Gonzalez Byass – for a sherry tasting.

CRUISING INTO SEVILLE Aegean Odyssey then sails inland through the Andalusian countryside along the Guadalquivir River to dock in the very heart of Seville. You will visit the Royal Palace Alcazar, the oldest residence of Spanish royalty that is still in use today and a building that amalgamates influences starting from the Arabic period and the late Middle Ages, right through to the Renaissance, Baroque and the nineteenth century. In free time, perhaps visit the Cathedral, the third largest in Europe, its Gothic interior housing the tomb of Christopher Columbus. The city of Cordoba, one of the world’s great destinations, contains one of the wonders of the medieval world, the Great Mosque, and a very well-preserved Roman bridge.

14 DAYS FROM NICE TO SEVILLE STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

BO $ 6 S AV OK ,67 E U EAR 8 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

M

Standard Inside

$5,595

$4,320

L

Premium Inside

5,995

4,620

K

Premium Inside

6,395

4,920

J

Standard Outside

6,950

5,336

I

Premium Outside

7,450

5,711

H

Premium Outside

7,975

6,105

G

Premium Outside

8,495

6,495

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,125

6,968

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,550

7,286

Gaudi’s Barcelona

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

10,695

8,145

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,295

8,595

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

12,650

9,611

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

13,850

10,511

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $5,261 - JJ $6,495 - II $6,968 - HH $7,436 GG $7,920 - EE $8,895 - CC $10,436

Cruise along the glamorous French Riviera and visit Monte Carlo

Medieval Carcassonne

Visit Spain’s great cities A taste of Morocco Sail inland from Cadiz to the heart of Andalusian Seville, home of flamenco

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Sail inland into the heart of Seville

England London Dartmouth Dover Falmouth Honfleur Caen

SEVILLE TO LONDON JUNE 11, 2016

IBERIA, FRANCE

Atlantic Ocean

Bayeux

France Bordeaux

Santiago de Compostela

Vigo Portugal Oporto SPAIN Lisbon Cordoba

& ENGLAND

Seville

“The interweaving of the notions of Europe and Christendom is a fact of history”

NORMAN DAVIES

From the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba and the immense statue of Christ the King in Lisbon to the pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela and the magnificence of Westminster Cathedral in London, this voyage highlights the central role played by Christianity in the history of Europe.

Along the way, Aegean Odyssey will cruise the River Guadalquivir from Seville, the River Gironde to Bordeaux, and follow the wonderful West Country coastline of England. These destinations also offer two very contrasting gastronomic experiences: wine tasting at a Bordeaux chateau and indulging in a cream tea in Cornwall.

Recent history also plays a part as you visit the D-Day invasion beaches on the Normandy coast of northern France and Sir Winston Churchill’s country house, Chartwell, in the county of Kent in England.

17-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$5,050pp 2016

PORT

ARRIVE

DEPART

JUN 11 Arrive into SEVILLE Spain Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

JUN 12 SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)

overnight hotel

2.00pm JUN 13 SEVILLE Spain Embark Aegean Odyssey RIVER CRUISING along the Guadalquivir River JUN 14 At Sea JUN 15 LISBON Portugal

7.00am

8.00pm

JUN 16 OPORTO Portugal

1.00pm

8.00pm

JUN 17 VIGO Spain (Santiago de Compostela)

6.00am 10.00pm

JUN 18 At Sea JUN 19 RIVER CRUISING along the Gironde River BORDEAUX France

2.00pm

JUN 20 BORDEAUX France

overnight 7.00pm

JUN 21 At Sea JUN 22 FALMOUTH England

7.00am

11.00pm

JUN 23 DARTMOUTH England

7.00am

6.00pm

JUN 24 HONFLEUR France 8.00am (Invasion Beaches and Caen or Bayeux)

6.00pm

JUN 25 DOVER/LONDON England Disembark in Dover and transfer via Chartwell to London

7.00am

JUN 26 LONDON England

overnight hotel overnight hotel

JUN 27 LONDON England Transfer to London Airport

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Extend your holiday with an optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid.

See page 63

Andalusian Seville

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History of the Normans, Bayeux

CORDOBA, SEVILLE AND RIVER CRUISING During your two-night stay in Seville, you will visit the Royal Palace Alcazar, the oldest residence of Spanish royalty that is still in use today and a building that amalgamates influences starting from the Arabic period, the late Middle Ages right through to the Renaissance, Baroque and nineteenth century.

The Cathedral of Seville is the third largest in Europe and its Gothic interior houses the tomb of Christopher Columbus – well worth a visit in your free time. Enjoy a full day sightseeing of Cordoba, which contains one of the wonders of the medieval world, the Great Mosque. Then set sail from Seville along the Guadalquivir River to the Atlantic Ocean.

PORTUGAL: IDYLLIC SCENERY AND CAPTIVATING CITIES There has been a settlement on the site of Lisbon since Neolithic times and the city has played a central role in European history since Roman times. This rich past will become evident as your tour of the city includes Alfama – the oldest quarter, the monumental statue of Christ the King and the Church of Jeronimos. In Oporto, you can visit a wine estate to sample that most famous of fortified wines, port, or join a tour of this charming city.

It is believed by the faithful that Santiago Apostol (St James the Apostle) preached in Galicia and that, after his death in the Holy Land, his body was brought back here. A church was built over his remains in the 11th century and ever since this has been a place of pilgrimage. Your tour of the magnificent Cathedral includes the crypt where St James is believed to be buried, the museum and medieval town.

17 DAYS FROM SEVILLE TO LONDON STATEROOM CATEGORY

THE TASTE OF FRANCE & ENGLAND’S WEST COUNTRY Aegean Odyssey cruises up the River Gironde to berth in the heart of Bordeaux, described as having the most beautiful streets in France thanks to the magnificent 18th-century architecture. You will visit the highlights of the city including the Palais Rohan and the 13th-century Cathedral of St Andrew before venturing out of the city to one of the prestigious wine estates for a tasting.

The West Country of England is a charming place, steeped in history from the founding of the Royal Navy to the D-Day landings. From Falmouth, drive through the lush green countryside to the world famous Eden Project. Along the coast is Dartmouth, home to Britannia Royal Naval College. You will also visit Slapton Sands, site of a tragic training accident during the build up to D-Day. FROM NORMANDY TO LONDON On the 6th June 1944, the largest invasion force ever mustered landed on the coast of Normandy. This visit offers the memorable opportunity to be expertly guided through the events of that day. Then you can either visit the Memorial de Caen Museum or travel to the beautiful town of Bayeux, home to the world famous Norman tapestry.

Back across the English Channel, you will visit Chartwell, Sir Winston Churchill’s country house, before a two-night hotel stay in with sightseeing in historic London.

M

Standard Inside

FULL FARE

BO $ 7 S AV OK ,72 E U EAR 3 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$6,550

$5,050

L

Premium Inside

6,995

5,384

K

Premium Inside

7,495

5,759

J

Standard Outside

7,995

6,134

I

Premium Outside

8,595

6,584

H

Premium Outside

9,175

7,019

G

Premium Outside

9,750

7,450

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,395

7,934

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,895

8,309

Lisbon, Portugal

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,650

9,625

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

13,295

10,109

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

14,750

11,200

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

15,995

12,134

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $5,481 - JJ $7,559 - II $8,069 - HH $8,575 GG $9,059 - EE $10,109- CC $12,250

Aegean Odyssey takes you on a cruise down the Guadalquivir River

France’s wine country

Visit Portugal’s great cities Cruise upriver into Bordeaux and France’s wine country Sail along the south coast on our inaugural visit to England

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Two nights in London

England London Dover Honfleur Mont Saint-Michel

LONDON TO LISBON

St Malo

JUNE 23, 2016

THE BEST OF FRANCE

& PORTUGAL

Atlantic Ocean

Bayeux Caen

France

Chateaux Country

La Rochelle Cognac Bordeaux

Santiago de Compostela Oporto SPAIN Portugal Lisbon

“I grew up in Europe. Where the history comes from” EDDIE IZZARD A two night-stay in London, the most dynamic city

17-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$5,275pp

of the 21st century, is the perfect place to start this voyage through Europe’s rich history as it combines the very best of the modern world with the most fascinating reminders of the past. On leaving Englandf’s capital city en routeto Aegean Odyssey in Dover, you’ll visit Sir Winston Churchill’s country house, Chartwell, in the county of Kent.

2016

Across the English Channel no less impressive sites await you as you visit the D-Day beaches in Normandy, the unique fortified abbey of Mont Saint-Michel and the elegant chateaux of the Loire. There is also the opportunity to learn about the art of winemaking and taste some of the great vintages of Bordeaux.

After a trip to the pilgrimage site of Santiago de Compostela in the Spanish province of Galicia, your journey ends with calls at two of Portugal’s most stunning cities, Oporto and Lisbon.

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PORT

ARRIVE

DEPART

JUN 23 Arrive into LONDON England Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

JUN 24 LONDON England

overnight hotel

JUN 25 LONDON/DOVER England 6.30pm

Embark Aegean Odyssey 8.00am JUN 26 HONFLEUR France (Invasion Beaches and Caen or Bayeux)

8.00pm

JUN 27 ST MALO France (Mont Saint-Michel)

8.00pm

1.00pm

JUN 28 At Sea 7.00am JUN 29 NANTES France (Chateaux Country overnight stay) overnight hotel JUN 30 CHATEAUX COUNTRY France

7.00pm

JUL 1

LA ROCHELLE France

8.00am

JUL 2

BORDEAUX France (Vineyards and wine tasting)

8.00am

JUL 3

BORDEAUX France River cruising along the Gironde River

7.00pm overnight 2.00pm

JUL 4

At Sea

JUL 5

LA CORUNA Spain (Santiago de Compostela)

7.00am

JUL 6

OPORTO Portugal

1.00pm

JUL 7

LISBON Portugal Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel

10.00am

JUL 8

LISBON Portugal

JUL 9

LISBON Portugal Transfer to Lisbon Airport

7.00pm 5.00pm

overnight hotel overnight hotel

AEG160625

Overnight stay in France’s Chateaux Country

AU

LONDON: CITY OF THE WORLD A two-night stay in England’s vibrant capital allows plenty of time for sightseeing, shopping and exploring this wonderful place. Included in your stay is a luxury guided tour of London’s great historic sights. You will also have the opportunity to visit the Tower of London, Westminster Abbey, the British Museum or any other of London’s great treasures.

NORMANDY: FROM WILLIAM THE CONQUEROR TO WORLD WAR II Setting sail from Dover, you cross the English Channel to France. On the 6th June 1944, the largest invasion ever mustered landed on the coast of Normandy. After visiting the landing beaches, you can either go to the excellent Memorial de Caen Museum or the town of Bayeux with its world famous tapestry telling the story of the Battle of Hastings.

With its sharp spires, rocky cliffs rising from the sea and impressive fortifications, Mont Saint-Michel is one of the iconic images of France. At low tide, the surrounding waters recede leaving the islet protruding from the sandy beaches.

Visiting the 11th-century abbey and its narrow streets transports the visitor to the Middle Ages.

FAIRYTALE CHATEAUX AND A TASTE OF FRANCE Travelling from the port of Nantes, you will enjoy a two-day visit to the spectacular Chateaux Country of the Loire. Once the favoured region of the French royal family this region boasts medieval fortresses, elaborate chateaux, Renaissance residences and impressive cathedrals. The Loire also produces some of the world’s greatest wines including Sancerre and Muscadet.

Another iconic French taste is the focus of

a visit to La Rochelle as you can discover the secrets of a Cognac distillery.

Aegean Odyssey then cruises through glorious French countryside along the River Gironde to berth in the heart of Bordeaux where the magnificent 18th century architecture of the city has led many people to describe Bordeaux as having the most beautiful streets in France. You’ll also venture out of the city to one of the prestigious wine estates for a tour of the cellars and a tasting.

SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA It is believed by the faithful that Santiago Apostol (St James the Apostle) preached in Galicia and that, after his death in the Holy Land, his body was brought back here. A church was built over his remains in the 11th century. The cathedral here is the final destination for thousands of Christian pilgrims who walk the “Way of St James” and your tour of this magnificent building includes the crypt where St James is believed to be buried.

PORTUGAL: IDYLLIC SCENERY AND CAPTIVATING CITIES In Oporto, you can visit a wine estate to sample that most famous of fortified wines, or join a tour of this charming city including a visit to Porto Cathedral.

There has been a settlement on the site of Lisbon since Neolithic times and the city has played a central role in European history since Roman times. This rich past will become evident as your tour includes Alfama, the oldest quarter, the monumental statue of Christ the King, the 16th-century Church of Jeronimos and the fascinating Maritime Museum.

17 DAYS FROM LONDON TO LISBON STATEROOM CATEGORY

M

Standard Inside

FULL FARE

BO $ 7 S AV OK ,85 E U EAR 0 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$6,850

$5,275

L

Premium Inside

7,295

5,609

K

Premium Inside

7,750

5,950

J

Standard Outside

8,350

6,400

I

Premium Outside

8,895

6,809

H

Premium Outside

9,450

7,225

G

Premium Outside

9,995

7,634

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,695

8,159

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

11,195

8,534

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,950

9,850

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

13,595

10,334

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

15,095

11,459

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

16,250

12,325

Santiago de Compostela

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $6,475 - JJ $7,784 - II $8,275 - HH $8,800 GG $9,284 - EE $10,334 - CC $12,475

Two nights in London Visit the Normandy Invasion Beaches

Oporto, Portugal

Spend a night in France’s Chateaux Country Sail up the Gironde River into Bordeaux Make a pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela

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Mont Saint-Michel

France

MONACO

Avignon Monte Portofino Carlo

Carcassonne Marseilles

LISBON TO ROME JULY 5, 2016

Portugal Lisbon Jerez

Barcelona SPAIN

Valencia

Granada

Malaga

MEDITERRANEAN ODYSSEY Cadiz

Florence italy Rome

Mediterranean Sea

Strait of Gibraltar

“The grand object of travelling is to see the shores of the Mediterranean”DR SAMUEL JOHNSON This itinerary has been planned to explore the magnificent scenery and fascinating history that this remarkable sea has to offer: from the elegance of the Alhambra and the splendours of Imperial Rome to the picturesque Cote d’Azur and the treasures of Renaissance Florence.

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17-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,859pp 2016

PORT

JUL 5

Arrive into LISBON Portugal Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

overnight hotel

JUL 6

LISBON Portugal

overnight hotel

JUL 7

LISBON Portugal Embark Aegean Odyssey

Your journey begins with a two-night hotel stay in the charming capital of Portugal, Lisbon. From here Aegean Odyssey hugs the coast as you cruise to Cadiz and Malaga from where you travel by road to Granada for a full-day’s guided tour of the magnificent Alhambra and its gardens.

JUL 8

CADIZ Spain (Jerez)

2.00pm

6.00pm

JUL 9

MALAGA Spain (Granada)

7.00am

midnight

JUL 10

At Sea

JUL 11

VALENCIA Spain

7.00am

6.00pm

JUL 12

BARCELONA Spain

8.00am

7.00pm

JUL 13

CARCASSONNE France

8.00am

8.00pm

JUL 14

AVIGNON France

7.00am

overnight

Calls at Valencia, Barcelona, Monte Carlo and Portofino will then give you a true idea of the beauty and history of the Mediterranean. The itinerary concludes with two of the most impressive and historically fascinating cities in the world, Florence and Rome.

JUL 15

MARSEILLES France Cruising the French Riviera MONTE CARLO Monaco

JUL 16

MONTE CARLO Monaco

JUL 17

Cruising Cinque Terre PORTOFINO Italy

3.00pm

midnight

JUL 18

FLORENCE/PISA Italy

7.00am

7.00pm

JUL 19

ROME Italy 7.00am Disembark Aegean Odyssey in Civitavecchia and transfer to hotel overnight hotel

JUL 20

ROME Italy

JUL 21

ROME Italy Transfer to Rome Airport

5.00pm

8.00am 8.00pm

overnight 10.00pm

overnight hotel

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Portofino, Italy

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THE CHARM AND MAGIC OF LISBON There has been a settlement on the site of Lisbon since Neolithic times and the city has played a central role in European history since Roman times. This rich past will become evident as you tour the city which includes Alfama, the oldest quarter, the monumental statue of Christ the King, the Church of Jeronimos, a 16th-century architectural masterpiece and the fascinating Maritime Museum. You may also take the opportunity to visit the fairytale-like hilltop town of Sintra, the fishing village of Cascais or the fashionable resort of Estoril.

THE MOORS IN 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.

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. Begun in 1238, the Alhambra in Granada was the last capital of the Moors in Spain and when it fell to the Christian armies in the 15th century, they were so impressed with the splendour of the complex that they could not bear to destroy it. Our tour also includes the Royal Palace and the Generalife with its splendid gardens.

ROMAN SPAIN AND CATALONIA Founded by the Romans, Valencia is a charming old city and also home to wonderful modern architecture including the City of Arts and Science. Included morning sightseeing of Barcelona will be dedicated to exploring the Roman sites of

the city including the Temple of Apollo and Roman remains in the Gothic Quarter.

You then have time to explore on your own.

Perhaps visit Sagrada Familia, the massive Catalan church designed by the visionary architect Antoni Gaudí. Construction of this iconic building began in 1882 and is still ongoing.

PROVENCE & THE RIVIERA The fortified city of Carcassonne became the largest walled stronghold of the Middle Ages, and its remarkable towers and ramparts are recognised as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Arriving in the bustling port of Marseilles you will travel to two treasures in the Provençal countryside. Avignon, as well as being home to the eponymous bridge, boasts one of the largest and most important medieval Gothic buildings in Europe, the Papal Palace founded by Pope Clement V in 1309. And Arles is famous for its Roman amphitheatre. You’ll then cruise along the French Riviera to an overnight stay in Monte Carlo, a place synonymous with glamour and joie de vivre.

ITALY: NATURAL & ARTISTIC TREASURES A delightful morning cruise hugs the rugged coastline of Cinque Terre on the way to Portofino, the perfect place to spend an evening ashore. Next morning you travel to Florence for a very special day visiting the city’s remarkable galleries, buildings and museums including the Galleria dell'Accademia, the Ponte Vecchio, the Uffizi and Pisa’s famed Leaning Tower.

Included sightseeing during a two-night hotel stay in Rome starts at the Colosseum.

Constructed in 80AD by Emperor Vespasian, it had a capacity of 50,000 spectators. Finally, there’s a visit to the sumptuous Basilica of St Peter’s.

17 DAYS FROM LISBON TO ROME STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

M

Standard Inside

$6,295

BO $ 7 S AV OK ,22 E U EAR 3 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$4,859

L

Premium Inside

6,695

5,159

K

Premium Inside

7,150

5,500

J

Standard Outside

7,650

5,875

I

Premium Outside

8,195

6,284

H

Premium Outside

8,695

6,659

G

Premium Outside

9,250

7,075

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,895

7,559

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,325

7,881

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,850

9,025

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,450

9,475

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

13,850

10,525

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

14,995

11,384

Avignon’s famous bridge

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $5,834 - JJ $7,000 - II $7,450 - HH $7,900 GG $8,369 - EE $9,306 - CC $11,200

Renaissance Florence

A tase of Jerez and Granada’s Alhambra Palace Medieval France and the Riviera Renaissance Florence and Pisa Two-night hotel stays in Lisbon and Eternal Rome

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Moorish Granada

ROME TO ISTANBUL JULY 17, 2016

A VOYAGE TO

BYZANTIUM

Italy Rome

Gallipoli

Pompeii

Sorrento

Corfu

Aegean Ionian Greece Sea Sea SpartaAthens

Istanbul

Canakkale Troy TURKEY

Pergamon

Izmir Palermo Ephesus Sicily Taormina Pylos Delos/ GythionMykonos

Mediterranean Sea

“Constantinople! Constantinople! ... It is the Empire of the world!” NAPOLEON I Known throughout time as Byzantium, Constantinople,

17-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,975pp

and now Istanbul, this is where our cruise ends with two nights in one of the city's top hotels and the opportunity to explore the outstanding Byzantine and Ottoman buildings. This fascinating city is the climax of this cruise, but your starting point is no less impressive: Rome, the Eternal City.

2016

This cruise will take you to some of the most impressive and memorable Greek and Roman monuments in the world including the ruins of Pompeii or Herculaneum, the Colosseum in Rome, sacred Delos, and the treasures of classical Athens.

As Aegean Odyssey makes its way along the coast of Turkey to Istanbul, you will visit some of the most important sites of antiquity including the remains of Troy and the magnificent city of Ephesus.

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PORT

ARRIVE

DEPART

JUL 17 Arrive into ROME Italy Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

JUL 18 ROME Italy

overnight hotel

JUL 19 ROME Italy Transfer to Civitavecchia to embark Aegean Odyssey JUL 20 SORRENTO Italy (Pompeii or Herculaneum)

6.00pm 8.00am overnight

JUL 21 SORRENTO Italy Cruising past Capri and Amalfi Coast

2.00pm

JUL 22 PALERMO (Monreale) Sicily

8.00am

8.00pm

JUL 23 TAORMINA Sicily

8.00am

2.00pm

JUL 24 CORFU Greek Islands

1.00pm

8.00pm

JUL 25 PYLOS Greece (Venetian Castles)

1.00pm

11.00pm

JUL 26 GYTHION Greece (Sparta and Mystra)

8.00am

JUL 27 ATHENS Greece (Acropolis)

8.00am

9.00pm

JUL 28 DELOS Greek Islands MYKONOS Greek Islands

7.00am 2.00pm

noon 6.00pm

7.00pm

JUL 29 IZMIR Turkey (Ephesus or Pergamon) 7.00am

7.00pm

JUL 30 CANAKKALE Turkey (Troy or Gallipoli)

8.00am 2.00pm

JUL 31 ISTANBUL Turkey Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel

7.00am

AUG 1

ISTANBUL Turkey

AUG 2

ISTANBUL Turkey Transfer to Istanbul Airport

overnight hotel overnight hotel

AEG16O719

A voyage to Byzantium

AU

ANCIENT ROME & POMPEII Your voyage to Byzantium starts with a twonight hotel stay in Rome, where sightseeing features a tour beginning with the largest and most famous Roman amphitheatre, the Colosseum, constructed in 80AD by Emperor Vespasian. You’ll also visit the sumptuous basilica of St Peter’s in the Vatican. In the afternoon you are free to visit some of Rome’s many other wonders – the Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, Piazza Navona and Sistine Chapel should be on your list. Sorrento is an excellent base from which to visit Pompeii, which was engulfed by lava erupting from Mt Vesuvius in August 79AD. Alternatively, you can visit the nearby town of Herculaneum that also perished during the eruption.

THE TREASURES OF SICILY AND CORFU Sicily is a celebration of the greatest achievements of Western civilisation: the Norman Royal Palace and Palatine Chapel in Palermo, and the dazzling mosaics of Monreale Cathedral are followed by the magnificent Greek theatre at Taormina with its breathtaking views of Mt Etna.

The legacy of British rule is evident in Corfu Town as you will see during this morning’s tour. You will visit the Byzantine Museum and the elegant Esplanade.

CLASSICAL GREECE AND SACRED GREEK ISLANDS Mentioned in The Odyssey and inhabited since the Neolithic age, Pylos is a treasure trove of historical sites and in 1827 its bay was the site of the Battle of Navarino.

Gythion is the port for our adventure to Sparta and Mystra. From Piraeus, you take the short drive to Athens for a guided tour of the city's ancient sites including the Acropolis. You will also visit the wonderful Acropolis Museum and then have free

time to explore the city's other remarkable sites such as the National Archaeological Museum. Delos is one of the most interesting archaeological sites in Greece and the paramount religious sanctuary of the ancient Greek world. The tour explores the island’s temples and, of course, the famous lions. Nearby Mykonos, with lively cafes and shops, is the perfect contrast for a leisure afternoon ashore.

17 DAYS FROM ROME TO ISTANBUL STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

M

Standard Inside

$6,450

BO $ 7 S AV OK ,22 E U EAR 3 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$4,975

L

Premium Inside

6,850

5,275

K

Premium Inside

7,295

5,609

J

Standard Outside

7,795

5,984

I

Premium Outside

8,350

6,400

H

Premium Outside

8,850

6,775

G

Premium Outside

9,395

7,184

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,995

7,634

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,450

7,975

Grand Bazaar, Istanbul

ANCIENT TURKEY From the port of Izmir there is the opportunity to visit some of the most spectacular sites of antiquity to be found anywhere. Ephesus contains the largest collection of Roman ruins in the eastern Mediterranean including the Library of Celsus and the theatre which is believed to be the largest outdoor theatre in the ancient world. Alternatively, you can visit Pergamon which was founded by the Greeks in the 8th century BC and once rivalled Athens and Alexandria as a centre of culture and learning.

TROY LEADS TO ISTANBUL AND THE HELLESPONT The 13th or 12th century BC siege of Troy

by Spartan and Achaean warriors from Greece has fired the imagination of poets over thousands of years. Today little remains of the 5,000 years of habitation but you can sense the history of this place as you view the massive walls, a Roman theatre and the reputed Palace of King Priam. Alternatively, take a ferry across the Dardanelles to the moving memorials of GallipolI. End your cruise with a two-night hotel stay in Istanbul where sightseeing takes in the Byzantine 6th-century cathedral of Hagia Sophia, the Topkapi Palace and the Sultan Ahmet Camii (Blue Mosque).

You are then free to explore the city – perhaps visit the amazing underground cisterns or the Archaeological Museum.

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,895

9,059

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,495

9,509

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

13,895

10,559

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

14,995

11,384

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $4,784 - JJ $7,109 - II $7,559 - HH $8,009 GG $8,459 - EE $9,400 - CC $11,159

Coastal cruising – Capri and the Amalfi coast

Two nights in Eternal Rome Explore either Pompeii or Herculaneum See the golden interior of Monreale Cathedral Included excursions to ancient Aegean sites Two nights in Istanbul

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Taormina, Sicily

Istanbul Gallipoli

Canakkale Troy

ISTANBUL TO ATHENS

turkey Izmir

Aegean Sea

Greece Athens

AUGUST 24, 2016

Ephesus

Mycenae

ANCIENT TURKEY

Nauplia Santorini

Halicarnassus

Bodrum Kos Rhodes Fethiye Patara

& THE GREEK ISLANDS

“Poetry, history, drama and mathematics – all these begin with Greeks” HDF KITTO For natural beauty and outstanding archaeological sites, there are few journeys in the world that can compare with this cruise to Greece and the coast of Turkey. The quality of the light, the clear waters of the Aegean and the drama of the landscape have inspired writers, poets and artists since the time of Homer.

After a two-night hotel stay in Istanbul, you will visit some of the most inspiring monuments of the ancient world including Ephesus and Mycenae. In the Greek islands, you will see the Bronze Age artefacts at Akrotiri on Santorini; explore the well-preserved 4th-century BC temple to Asklepios on Kos; and visit the crusader stronghold of Rhodes. And what could be more fitting than a two-night grand finale amid the classical monuments of Athens.

15-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,211pp 2016

PORT

AUG 24

Arrive into ISTANBUL Turkey Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

overnight hotel

AUG 25

ISTANBUL Turkey

overnight hotel

AUG 26

ISTANBUL Turkey Embark Aegean Odyssey

AUG 27

CANAKKALE Turkey (Troy or Gallipoli)

8.00am

2.00pm

AUG 28

IZMIR Turkey (Ephesus)

7.00am

overnight

6.00pm

AUG 29

IZMIR Turkey

AUG 30

BODRUM Turkey (Halicarnossos)

8.00am

AUG 31

FETHIYE Turkey (Patara)

8.00am

6.00pm

SEP 1

RHODES Greek Islands

8.00am

midnight 8.00pm

2.00pm 10.00pm

SEP 2

KOS Greek Islands

8.00am

SEP 3

SANTORINI Greek Islands (Akrotiri)

8.00am

SEP 4

NAUPLIA Greece (Mycenae)

8.00am

SEP 5

PIRAEUS/ATHENS Greece Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel in Athens

6.00am

SEP 6

ATHENS Greece

SEP 7

ATHENS Greece Transfer to Athens Airport

6.00pm 8.00pm

overnight hotel overnight hotel

AEG160826

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Explore ancient Ephesus

AU

THE WONDERS OF BYZANTIUM Start your holiday with a two-night hotel stay in Istanbul where sightseeing takes in the Byzantine 6th-century Cathedral of Hagia Sophia, Topkapi Palace, residence of the early sultans, and the Sultan Ahmet Camii (Blue Mosque). You are then free to explore the city – perhaps visit the Church of St Saviour in Chora, the eerie world of the underground cisterns, or the Archaeological Museum. A sail on the Bosphorus to see the city from a different angle is also a popular option.

HELLESPONT LEADS TO ANCIENT TURKEY The 13th- or 12th-century BC siege of Troy by Spartan and Achaean warriors has fired the imagination of poets over thousands of years. Today little remains of the 5,000 years of habitation but you can sense the history as you view the massive walls, a Roman theatre and the reputed Palace of King Priam. Alternatively, take a ferry across the Dardanelles to the moving memorials of Gallipoli.

Ephesus was the ancient Roman capital of the province of Asia. It contains the largest collection of Roman ruins in the eastern Mediterranean including the Library of Celsus and the theatre, which is believed to be the largest outdoor theatre in the ancient world. There is also the opportunity to visit Pergamon, founded by the Greeks in the 8th century BC. Cruise on to Bodrum and head for the remains of the Mausoleum of Halicarnassos, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World and the 15th-century Castle of St Peter. Fethiye and the ruins of the ancient city of Patara are next, including the impressive agora. You will also see one of the great sites of the Lycia, Xantos.

LEGENDARY GREEK ISLANDS The next port of call is Rhodes and a chance to explore Rhodes Old Town and the Citadel of the Knights of St John.

There is also an opportunity to visit the Acropolis at Lindos. The most important archaeological site on Kos is Asklepeion.

Built in the 4th century BC, it served as a temple to Asklepios, the god of health, and today its ruins are remarkably well preserved.

One of the Aegean’s most spectacular sights is the cliffs of Santorini rising from a great half-moon caldera. The island was also home to the Minoan settlement of Akrotiri: dating from the 16th century BC this ancient city was wonderfully preserved under volcanic ash.

CLASSICAL GREECE AND ATHENS From Nauplia, you have a choice of excursions to the great sites of Classical Greece: ancient Mycenae or the magnificent theatre at Epidaurus where the acoustics are so good you can hear a pin drop from the top row.

In Piraeus, you disembark for a twonight hotel stay in nearby Athens where sightseeing features the city's ancient citadel, the Acropolis. Built during the "Golden Age" of Athens between 447438BC, the Acropolis represents the magnificent achievements of Athenian culture during this remarkable era. 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 National Archaeological Museum.

15 DAYS FROM ISTANBUL TO ATHENS STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

BO $ 6 S AV OK ,07 E U EAR 8 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

M

Standard Inside

$5,450

$4,211

L

Premium Inside

5,795

4,470

K

Premium Inside

6,195

4,770

J

Standard Outside

6,595

5,070

I

Premium Outside

6,995

5,370

H

Premium Outside

7,495

5,745

G

Premium Outside

7,950

6,086

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,495

6,495

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,850

6,761

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

9,950

7,586

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

10,450

7,961

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

11,650

8,861

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

12,650

9,611

Ancient Patara

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $5,336 - JJ $6,386 - II $6,795 - HH $7,211 GG $7,620 - EE $8,445 - CC $9,870

Two nights hotel in both Istanbul and Athens A chance to remember in Gallipoli

Cruise the Greek Islands

Extended stay to visit the well-preserved city of Ephesus Ancient Mycenae and tales of Agamemnon

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Bodrum Castle

Venice Croatia Ancona Split Italy Adriatic Dubrovnik

Urbino

VENICE TO ROME

Rome Sea Pompeii Sorrento Brindisi albania Salerno Sarande Paestum Lecce Corfu Butrint greece

OCTOBER 4, 2016

CLASSICAL ITALY

Sicily

& THE ADRIATIC

Taormina

Mediterranean Sea

“The creator made Italy from designs by Michelangelo” MARK TWAIN Of all the countries of the Mediterranean, Italy is perhaps the most alluring: its art, architecture, history and, of course, food have seduced travellers for centuries.

You’ll journey from the dazzling splendour of Byzantine Venice and the evocative ruins of Pompeii to the hill towns of Urbino and Lecce.

You will also enjoy the outstanding natural beauty of the Adriatic as you cruise to Split and the walled port of Dubrovnik, once described by George Bernard Shaw as “Paradise on Earth”. The ancient site of Butrint in Albania and hedonistic Corfu follow en route to Taormina in Sicily.

It is then on to ancient Paestum and the glorious Amalfi coastline, followed by romantic Sorrento and Pompeii.

Your journey ends with a two-night hotel stay in Eternal Rome.

16-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,811pp 2016

PORT

OCT 4

Arrive into VENICE Italy Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

DEPART

overnight hotel

OCT 5

VENICE Italy

overnight hotel

OCT 6

VENICE Italy Embark Aegean Odyssey

OCT 7

URBINO Italy

8.00am

8.00pm

OCT 8

SPLIT Croatia

8.00am

8.00pm

OCT 9

DUBROVNIK Croatia

7.00pm

8.00am

9.00pm

OCT 10 LECCE Italy

8.00am

7.00pm

OCT 11 SARANDE Albania (Butrint) CORFU Greek Islands

7.00am 11.30pm 2.00pm midnight

OCT 12 At Sea OCT 13 TAORMINA Sicily Cruise through the Strait of Messina and past Stromboli

7.00am

1.00pm

OCT 14 SALERNO Italy (Amalfi or Paestum) 7.00am Cruise Amalfi Coast SORRENTO Italy 6.00pm

2.00pm overnight

OCT 15 SORRENTO Italy (Pompeii)

overnight

OCT 16 SORRENTO Italy OCT 17 ROME Italy Disembark in Civitavecchia and transfer to Rome hotel OCT 18 ROME Italy

2.00pm 6.00am overnight hotel overnight hotel

OCT 19 ROME Italy Transfer to Rome Airport

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AEG161006

Unravel the mysteries of Pompeii

AU

VENICE AND RENAISSANCE URBINO Your holiday starts with a two-night hotel stay in Venice and a guided stroll around its heart – Piazza San Marco. During the rest of your stay, why not visit the stunning island of Torcello or simply walk to the Rialto? One evening, you will enjoy an exclusive visit to St Mark's Basilica: not to be missed. Perched on two hills, the walled town of Urbino contains some true treasures. Here you will visit the birthplace of Raphael, tour the Palazzo Ducale, Italy's most beautiful Renaissance palace, and view the magnificent Duomo.

NATURAL AND ANCIENT WONDERS OF THE ADRIATIC The Croatian town of Split is home to one of the greatest of all Roman sites, the Palace of Diocletian. There will be a morning tour of this remarkable palace including the Temple of Jupiter and Diocletian’s mausoleum. In the afternoon, there is the option of visiting one of the true gems of the Dalmatian coast, the delightful island of Trogir. Included sightseeing in Dubrovnik features the magnificent fortifications including the 10th century city walls, the Baroque Church of St Blaise and the Cathedral.

Set in the south-eastern tip of Italy's boot, Lecce is a city of architectural treasures.

These include the 25,000-seat Roman amphitheatre and the stunning Palazzo Tamborino with its seductive secret garden. The Albanian archaeological site of Butrint has been occupied since at least the 8th century BC. The legacy of British rule is evident in Corfu Town as you will see during the afternoon tour. You will also visit the Byzantine Museum housed in the church of Panagia Antivouniotissa.

SICILY, PAESTUM AND AMALFI After a relaxing day at sea, you come to Taormina on the island of Sicily.

With its mountainous background and spectacular views of Etna, the GraecoRoman theatre is our morning destination.

In the afternoon you cruise through the Strait of Messina and later pass by volcanic Stromboli – hoping for a magical firework display. From Salerno there’s a visit to Paestum. Legend has it that Paestum was founded by Jason of Argonaut fame. What is undoubted, however, is the majesty of the three Greek temples that were the heart of this 6th century Greek city. In the afternoon, you cruise along the delightful Amalfi coast to Sorrento.

MYSTERIES OF POMPEII & THE GRANDEUR OF ROME From cliff-top Sorrento you will drive to the magnificent remains of Pompeii.

The town, some of which dates back to the 6th century BC, was engulfed by lava erupting from Vesuvius in August 79AD. From the casts of the bodies of its inhabitants, to the ancient surgical implements and beautiful frescoes, nowhere else gives us such an insight into the lives of the ancients.

Alternatively, you can visit the nearby town of Herculaneum which perished in the same eruption. There will also be time to visit the wonderful isle of Capri or the National Archaeological Museum in Naples.

Disembark for a two-night hotel stay in the Eternal City. Your morning tour starts at the Colosseum, constructed in 80AD by Emperor Vespasian as a means of gaining the love of the people by building a venue for gladiatorial games with a capacity of 50,000 spectators. Finally, to the Basilica of St Peter’s in Vatican City.

16 DAYS FROM VENICE TO ROME STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

M

Standard Inside

$6,250

BO $ 7 S AV OK ,19 E U EAR 0 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$4,8 11

L

Premium Inside

6,650

5, 111

K

Premium Inside

7,095

5,445

J

Standard Outside

7,595

5,820

I

Premium Outside

8,125

6,218

H

Premium Outside

8,650

6,611

G

Premium Outside

9,150

6,986

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,795

7,470

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

10,250

7,8 1 1

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,650

8,861

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

12,250

9,311

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

13,595

10,320

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

14,795

11,200

Two-night hotel stay in Eternal Rome

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $5,786 - JJ $6,945 - II $7,395 - HH $7,845 GG $8,261 - EE $9,195 - CC $10,995

The highlights of the Adriatic

See Venice from a new perspective as you sail past the Grand Canal into the Adriatic Visit Italy’s classical cities Sail through the Strait of Messina and past Stromboli Explore Pompeii and take in the beauty of the Amalfi coast

Sailing past Stromboli Rising from the blue waters of the Mediterranean, Stromboli’s smoking silhouette conforms to everyone’s idea of a classic volcano. Stromboli is in a constant state of activity punctuated by the occasional major eruption the last of which was in 2007. You will also cruise the coast of the picturesque Lipari Islands.

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italy Rome

ROME TO SEVILLE OCTOBER 15, 2016

Mediterranean SPAIN Sea Seville Cordoba Cartagena Trapani Palermo Jerez Granada Segesta Monreale Malaga Cadiz Sicily Motril Gibraltar Strait of Gibraltar

Casablanca Morocco Marrakesh

SICILY, MOROCCO & SEVILLE

“Sicily is the key to everything” JOHANN W VON GOETHE This journey to Rome, Sicily, Morocco and southern Spain offers you the opportunity to visit some of the greatest sites of antiquity: you can explore the treasures of Imperial Rome, visit the magnificent Alhambra Palace in Granada and marvel at the superbly well-preserved Greek temple at Segesta.

This cruise will also take you to some of the most impressive buildings, monuments and archaeological sites in the world including the Byzantine Cathedral of Monreale in Sicily, and the fascinating Moroccan cities of Casablanca and Marrakesh.

The journey to your final port is a memorable one as Aegean Odyssey sails up the Guadalquivir River to the heart of Seville in Andalusia where you will enjoy a fabulous three-night stay.

16-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,586pp 2016

PORT

OCT 15

Arrive into ROME Italy Transfer to hotel

ARRIVE

overnight hotel

OCT 16

ROME Italy

overnight hotel

OCT 17

ROME Italy Transfer to Civitavecchia to embark Aegean Odyssey

OCT 18

PALERMO Sicily

OCT 19

PALERMO Sicily (Monreale)

OCT 20

TRAPANI Sicily (Segesta)

OCT 21

At Sea

6.00pm 2.00pm

Moroccan experience

overnight 2.00pm

8.00am

2.00pm

OCT 22

CARTAGENA Spain

2.00pm

6.00pm

OCT 23

MOTRIL Spain (Granada) 7.00am Morning sightseeing to Granada then rejoin ship in MALAGA Spain

midnight

OCT 24

GIBRALTAR

7.00am

2.00pm

0CT 25

CASABLANCA/MARRAKESH 8.00am Morocco Drive to Marrakesh for afternoon sightseeing and overnight stay overnight hotel

OCT 26

MARRAKESH/CASABLANCA Morocco Drive from Marrakesh to Casablanca for sightseeing. Rejoin the ship

OCT 27

CADIZ Spain (Jerez) 8.00am 1.00pm River Cruising along the Guadalquivir River SEVILLE Spain 8.00pm overnight

OCT 28

SEVILLE Spain Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

OCT 29

SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)

overnight hotel

OCT 30

SEVILLE Spain Transfer to Seville Airport

Extend your holiday with an optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid.

See page 63

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DEPART

4.00pm

AEG161017

AU

THE GLORIES OF ROME & SICILY Rome, known as the Eternal City, is a place that enchants and surprises all who visit. During your stay, your included tour begins with the famous Colosseum and ends with a visit to St Peter’s in Vatican City. Then you’ve free time to visit some of the city’s other sites – the Pantheon and Forum should be at the top of your list.

Boarding Aegean Odyssey in Civitavecchia, you sail south to Sicily. The island is a celebration of the greatest achievements of Western civilisation: the superbly well-preserved Greek temple of Segesta, the Palatine Chapel in Palermo, and the dazzling mosaics of Monreale Cathedral.

ROMAN CITIES AND MOORISH PALACES IN SPAIN Cartagena is home to the moving ruins of the Cathedral of Santa Maria la Veija and a spectacular Roman amphitheatre. From the port of Motril, you head inland to Granada. Begun in 1238, the Alhambra was the last capital of the Moors in Spain and when it fell to the Christian armies in the 15th century, they were so impressed with the splendour of the complex that they could not bear to destroy it. Your tour includes the Royal Palace and the Generalife with its splendid gardens before heading on to Malaga where a late sailing allows for an evening ashore.

GIBRALTAR AND THE BEST OF MORROCO Gibraltar, or the Rock, rises nearly 1,400ft above sea level and is said to be one of the legendary Pillars of Hercules. Your tour includes Europa Point, the southernmost point of Gibraltar, the famous St Michael’s Cave, and the network of narrow tunnels that were used back in the Second World War. Leaving Casablanca by road we make our way inland to Marrakesh where sightseeing features a walk through the famous medina and a visit to 14th century Ben Youssef Medrassa and 12th century Kubba El Baroudyine with its beautiful dome. Continue to the Marrakesh Museum, Kasbah and Bahia Palace with its Moorish garden, finishing in the famous Djemma el Fna Square. Overnight in a Marrakesh hotel, then return to Casablanca.

CRUISING INTO ANDALUSIA You travel to Jerez de la Frontera (so called because it stood at the frontier between the Moorish and Christian realms) from the port of Cadiz, and, after a tour of the city, you will visit one of the famous bodegas for a sherry tasting. Aegean Odyssey then sails up the Guadalquivir River to moor in the heart of Seville. You will visit the Royal Palace Alcazar, a building that amalgamates influences starting from the Arabic period, right through to the Renaissance, Baroque and the nineteenth century. The city of Cordoba is one of the world’s great destinations with one of the wonders of the medieval world, the Great Mosque.

16 DAYS FROM ROME TO SEVILLE STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

M

Standard Inside

$5,950

BO $ 6 S AV OK ,92 E U EAR 8 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$4,586

L

Premium Inside

6,350

4,886

K

Premium Inside

6,795

5,220

J

Standard Outside

7,295

5,595

I

Premium Outside

7,795

5,970

H

Premium Outside

8,295

6,345

G

Premium Outside

8,795

6,720

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,425

7,193

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,850

7,511

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,250

8,561

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,850

9,011

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

13,195

10,020

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

14,350

10,886

Monreale Cathedral, Sicily

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $3,986 - JJ $4,845 - II $5,186 - HH $5,520 GG $5,820 - EE $6,495 - CC $7,736

Sail along the Guadalquivir River to Seville

Visit Vatican City on a two-night stay in Rome See the monumental sights of Sicily Enjoy an overnight hotel stay in Marrakesh Sail inland – up river to Seville and a three-night stay

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The glories of Rome

SPAIN Seville Cordoba Jerez Malaga Granada Cadiz Strait of Gibraltar

Gibraltar Tangier

SEVILLE TO MALAGA OCTOBER 26, 2016 NOVEMBER 6, 2016*

Atlantic Ocean

SPAIN, MOROCCO

Rabat

El Jadida

Volubilis

Fez Casablanca

Morocco

Marrakesh

& GIBRALTAR

“Fez... a medieval city in the 20th century” PAUL BOWLES Morocco, including hotel stays in Marrakesh and Fez, is at the heart of this Autumn cruise. Winston Churchill wrote that he was “captivated by Marrakesh,” and this tour aims to show you why: walking through an ancient medina is most certainly an unforgettable experience.

After visits to Casablanca, Rabat and the Roman ruins of Volubilis, you arrive at the medieval capital of Morocco, Fez, with its labyrinthine Fes el-Bali medina, 14th century religious colleges and ancient ramparts.

Rejoin Aegean Odyssey in Tangier as the ship makes her way via Gibraltar to the Spanish port of Malaga. From here you travel by road to Granada to visit the Alhambra and Generalife. Your journey begins, however, in the elegant Andalusian city of Seville with a visit to historical Cordoba.

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12-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,009pp 2016

PORT

OCT 26

Arrive into SEVILLE Spain Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

OCT 27

SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)

overnight hotel

OCT 28

SEVILLE Spain Embark Aegean Odyssey

OCT 29

SEVILLE Spain 11.00am RIVER CRUISING along the Guadalquivir River CADIZ Spain 8.00pm overnight

DEPART

overnight

OCT 30

CADIZ Spain (Jerez)

OCT 31

MARRAKESH Morocco 7.00am Drive from Casablanca to Marrakesh for afternoon sightseeing overnight hotel

NOV 1

MARRAKESH/CASABLANCA Morocco Drive to El Jadida for lunch Rejoin Aegean Odyssey

NOV 2

RABAT/VOLUBILIS/FEZ Morocco Drive from Casablanca to Rabat for sightseeing and lunch en route to Fez and overnight hotel

NOV 3

FEZ/TANGIER Morocco Sightseeing in Fez before drive to Tangier to rejoin Aegean Odyssey

overnight

NOV 4

TANGIER Morocco GIBRALTAR

3.00pm

noon midnight

NOV 5

MALAGA Spain (Granada)

7.00am

overnight

NOV 6

MALAGA Spain Disembark Aegean Odyssey and transfer to Malaga Airport

* November 6 sailing operates in reverse order from Malaga to Seville

Medieval Cordoba

ARRIVE

2.00pm

overnight

overnight hotel

AEG161028 / AEG161106

AU

ANDALUSIAN SEVILLE & CORDOBA Lying on the banks of the Guadalquivir River, legend has it that Seville was founded by Hercules. During your threenight stay you’ll visit the Royal Palace Alcazar, a building that amalgamates influences starting from the Arabic period right through to the Renaissance, Baroque and the nineteenth century, and take a full day’s excursion through the Andalusian countryside to Cordoba which contains one of the wonders of the medieval world, the Great Mosque.

Aegean Odyssey then sails down the Guadalquivir River to the Atlantic Ocean and the port of Cadiz from where you head for Jerez de la Frontera, a town famous for the production of sherry and, after a tour of the city, you will visit one of the famous Bodegas for a sherry tasting.

MOROCCO’S HISTORIC CITIES Leaving Casablanca by road we see the Hassan II Mosque, the second largest mosque outside of Saudi Arabia, on our way to Marrakesh. Sightseeing here features a walk through the famous medina and a visit to 14th century Ben Youssef Medrassa and 12th century Kubba El Baroudyine with its beautiful dome.

Continue to the Marrakesh Museum, Kasbah and Bahia Palace with its Moorish garden, finishing in the famous Djemma el Fna Square. The elegant town of El Jadida, where we stop for lunch and sightseeing, is home to an old Portuguese Medina and the Gothic, 16th-century cistern.

Located on the Atlantic coast, Rabat, meaning “fortified place,” is Morocco’s capital. Highlights include the Kasbah of the Oudayas, the Oudaya Gate, built during the Almohad dynasty, the wellpreserved Hassan Tower and the Chellah from the 12th and 13th centuries, the

12 DAYS FROM SEVILLE TO MALAGA OR VICE VERSA STATEROOM CATEGORY

Fortified El Jadida

Mohamed V Mausoleum, burial place of the present King’s father, and the façade of the Royal Palace. Visit Volubilis to see the impressive and well-preserved Roman ruins, including approximately 30 mosaic floors dating from 25BC. MEDIEVAL FEZ TO TANGIER With its UNESCO-listed souks and 14th-century religious schools, Fez is a medieval marvel. Here you will also enjoy lunch served at the Palais Menebhi, an old private palace built as a home for the Moroccan grand vizier. An afternoon drive heads to Tangier where your tour includes the caves of Hercules – a place of stunning natural beauty and where Hercules is said to have rested after finishing his twelve labours – and the Kasbah.

GIBRALTAR & THE CAPITAL OF THE MOORS Gibraltar rises nearly 1,400ft above sea level and is said to be one of the legendary Pillars of Hercules. Your tour includes Europa Point, and the famous St Michael’s Cave. This tour gives you a great introduction to Gibraltar’s history and also features the network of narrow tunnels that were used back in the Second World War. Begun in 1238, the Alhambra in Granada was the last capital of the Moors in Spain and when it fell to the Christian armies in the 15th century, they were so impressed with the splendour of the complex that they could not bear to destroy it. Tour includes the Royal Palace and the Generalife with its splendid gardens.

FULL FARE

M

Standard Inside

$5,195

BO $ 5 S AV OK ,70 E U EAR 0 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

$4,009

L

Premium Inside

5,550

4,275

K

Premium Inside

5,895

4,534

J

Standard Outside

6,295

4,834

I

Premium Outside

6,750

5,175

H

Premium Outside

7,150

5,475

G

Premium Outside

7,595

5,809

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,095

6,184

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

8,450

6,450

Rock of Gibraltar

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

9,250

7,050

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

9,750

7,425

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

10,850

8,250

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

11,850

9,000

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $4,759 - JJ $5,734 - II $6,075 - HH $6,450 GG $6,825 - EE $7,575 - CC $8,70

Andalusia’s great cities – Seville, Cordoba, Granada

Explore Marrakesh

Sail from Seville to Cadiz down the Guadalquivir River Land tour and hotel stays in Marrakesh and Fez Ascend the Rock of Gibraltar Visit Granada’s Alhambra Palace

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Add an optional stay in Madrid, see page 63

SPAIN Seville Cordoba Malaga Cadiz Jerez

Strait of Gibraltar

SEVILLE TO MALAGA NOVEMBER 13, 2016

MADEIRA, CANARIES

& MOROCCO

Tangier

Atlantic Ocean Funchal Madeira Canary La Palma Islands

Rabat

Casablanca

Morocco

Marrakesh Agadir

Taroudant

Fuerteventura El Marsa Laayoune Western Sahara desert

“My mind dances with hopes of sun-filled glades and sweet Madeira” ANON 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.

You reach the island having sailed from the Andalusian city of Seville via 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.

In Morocco, you’ll visit Casablanca, Rabat, Tangier and Marrakesh, plus the lesser-known but equally exciting city of Taroudant. There is also time to call at the port of El Marsa, from where you will venture into the sand dunes of the Western Sahara desert.

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16-DAY CRUISE-TOUR FROM AU$4,620pp 2016

PORT

NOV 13

Arrive into SEVILLE Spain Transfer to hotel

overnight hotel

NOV 14

SEVILLE Spain (Cordoba)

overnight hotel

NOV 15

SEVILLE Spain Embark Aegean Odyssey CADIZ Spain

NOV 16

CADIZ Spain (Jerez)

NOV 17

At Sea

NOV 18

FUNCHAL Madeira

NOV 19

FUNCHAL Madeira

NOV 20

LA PALMA Canary Islands

ARRIVE

1.00pm 8.00pm overnight 2.00pm 2.00pm overnight 5.00pm 1.00pm 7.00pm

NOV 21

FUERTEVENTURA Canary Islands 2.00pm 6.00pm

NOV 22

EL MARSA Western Sahara Desert (Laayoune)

NOV 23

At Sea

NOV 24

AGADIR/TAROUDANT/ 8.00am MARRAKESH Morocco Morning sightseeing excursion to Taroudant, afternoon drive to Marrakesh overnight hotel

NOV 25

MARRAKESH/CASABLANCA Morocco Morning sightseeing. Afternoon drive to Casablanca to rejoin ship

overnight

NOV 26

CASABLANCA Morocco (Rabat)

8.00pm

NOV 27

TANGIER Morocco

NOV 28

MALAGA Spain 7.00am Disembark and transfer to Malaga Airport

7.00am 8.00pm

2.00pm 10.00pm

Extend your holiday with an optional 2-night hotel stay in Madrid.

See page 63

Western Sahara Desert

DEPART

AEG161115

AU

ANDALUSIAN SEVILLE & CORDOBA Your holiday starts with a hotel stay in Seville. During your time here you will visit the Royal Palace Alcazar and take a full day’s excursion through the Andalusian countryside to Cordoba which contains one of the wonders of the medieval world, the Great Mosque.

Aegean Odyssey then sails down the Guadalquivir River to the Atlantic Ocean and the port of Cadiz. 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. After city sightseeing you will head for Jerez de la Frontera and visit a famous bodega for a sherry tasting.

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.

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 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.

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 SpanishSaharan architecture and colourful markets.

Your journey will take you through one of the world’s great desert landscapes.

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 labyrinthine Old Quarter and the Marjorelle Gardens. Continue on to Casablanca to rejoin Aegean Odyssey.

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 labours – and the Kasbah.

16 DAYS FROM SEVILLE TO MALAGA STATEROOM CATEGORY

FULL FARE

BO $ 6 S AV OK ,87 E U EAR 6 P P T LY ER O CA BI N

EARLY BOOKING FARE

M

Standard Inside

$5,995

$4,620

L

Premium Inside

6,395

4,920

K

Premium Inside

6,850

5,262

J

Standard Outside

7,350

5,637

I

Premium Outside

7,850

6,012

H

Premium Outside

8,395

6,420

G

Premium Outside

8,895

6,795

F

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,550

7,287

E

Deluxe Stateroom/Outside

9,950

7,587

D

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

10,995

8,370

C

Deluxe Stateroom/Balcony

11,650

8,862

B

Junior Suite/Balcony

12,995

9,870

A

Owner’s Suite/Balcony

14,250

10,812

Marrakesh’s vibrant market square

Prices above are per person based on double occupancy.

Terms and conditions apply, please see pages 70-73

LOW SINGLE EARLY BOOKING FARES MM $6,950 - JJ $8,495 - II $8,995 - HH $9,695 GG $10,250 - EE $11,495 - CC $13,395

Seville river cruising Botanical Gardens, Madeira

A taste of sherry in Jerez Sail out into the Atlantic to Madeira and the Canary Islands Visit the amazing Western Sahara Desert Enjoy an overnight hotel stay in Marrakesh

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The Mezquita, Cordoba

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where you’ll stay ashore Our pre- and/or post-cruise hotel stays

are the perfect way to begin or end your cruise. Not only will you have time to relax after or before your flight, you will also have ample time to explore these wonderful cities.

Balcony cabin guests (categories D and above) will stay at 5-star hotels and guests in categories E and below will be in either 4 or 5-star hotels. Guests travelling together should advise their travel agent or Voyages to Antiquity Reservations at time of booking.

Pre- and post-cruise hotels include breakfast daily, hotel taxes and service charges, a half-day escorted sightseeing tour, transfers between airports, hotels and ship and the services of our hospitality desk during your stay.

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your hotels

CITY

BALCONY CLASS

PREMIUM CLASS

AMMAN

Marriott

Marriott

ATHENS

Grande Bretagne

King George

FEZ

Sofitel Palais Jamai

Atlas, Les Merinides

ISTANBUL

Ritz Carlton

InterContinental

LISBON

Altis Avenida

Sana Lisboa

LONDON

Grange St Pauls

Grange City

MARRAKESH

Sofitel Palais Imperial Meridien

PETRA

Movenpick Resort

Marriott

ROME

Excelsior

Londra & Cargill Starhotel Metropole

SEVILLE

Alfonso XIII

Melia Sevilla

VENICE

Hilton

Hilton

AMMAN, JORDAN Marriott This stylish hotel is situated in the lovely Shmeissani district, just steps away from the delights of this ancient yet modern city. Spacious rooms and all the facilities you would expect of a Marriott including choice of international dining, piano lounge, bar, and the Oasis Health Club with two pools, gym, sauna and whirlpool.

ATHENS, GREECE Grande Bretagne Elegant guest rooms with courtyard or city views and lavish public rooms decked with crystal, damask and tapestries make this a grand hotel in the finest tradition.

Retreats and restaurants include the Winter Garden, Alexander’s Bar, the Pool Bar (on the seventh floor!) and floodlit views of the Acropolis from the GB Roof Garden Restaurant and bar.

You can unwind at the GB Spa Athens.

King George Situated in the heart of the city and dating back to 1930, the hotel has hosted not only legendary personalities but also some of Athens’ most prestigious events. With panoramic views over the illuminated Acropolis, the hotel transcends all expectations.

The refined accommodations and the picturesque dining at the Tudor Hall Restaurant set the scene for a memorable experience.

Grande Bretagne, Athens Hotel Excelsior, Rome

Sofitel Palais Jamai, Fez

FEZ, MOROCCO Sofitel Palais Jamai This unique 5star hotel blends Moorish architecture and French sophistication within a sublime 1879 palace, in the heart of immense landscaped gardens that dominate the medina. Well-equipped rooms feature Moroccan decor with views of the gardens, ramparts and the medina, which is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. French hospitality is featured in the gourmet restaurants and true relaxation awaits you at the spa and heated swimming pool.

Atlas Located in one of the most beautiful avenues in Fez, the 5-star Atlas is a haven of peace, beautiful gardens and tastefully decorated rooms.

The hotel is also ideally placed for exploring the cultural and historical sites of Fez. The rooms have private terrace, television and all amenities.

Les Merinides Perched high up on the hills of Fez, this five-star hotel offers the excellent service and comfort you expect of a grand hotel. A place of calm and serenity, you will appreciate the relaxing atmosphere and beautiful grounds of the hotel. Les Merinides boasts a swimming pool, tennis courts and a nearby golf course.

ISTANBUL, TURKEY Ritz Carlton Located close to Taksim Square, the Ritz Carlton enjoys views over the Bosphorus.

Exceptional accommodations feature marble bathrooms. There’s world class cuisine, a nurturing spa with Turkish Hammam and many other amenities providing an unforgettable retreat in the heart of the city.

furnished rooms and close to all the great treasures of Rome, this is the ideal place to stay in the Eternal City.

Starhotel Metropole Few four-star hotels capture the spirit of this dynamic city quite like the Metropole. Standing close to the Teatro dell’Opera di Roma, you’re in the midst of everything. But, set apart from the whizzing Vespas and honking horns, this is also a peaceful spot, fully refurbished to offer comfort without compromise.

InterContinental Offering five-star ambiance in the heart of the Ottoman's capital city, the InterContinental is the ideal base for exploring the remarkable historic sites, museums, restaurants, clubs and shops of the city. Located in Taksim with stunning views of the Bosphorus and the Blue Mosque, this Istanbul hotel is a short walk from Dolmabahce Palace

LISBON, PORTUGAL Altis Avenida The Altis Avenida is a charming boutique hotel in Lisbon.

Located in Restauradores Square in the heart of the city, the architecture and decor of the hotel are inspired by 1940’s glamour and revolve around the concept urban chic. The 70 rooms of this five-star hotel provide an atmosphere that is both cosy and sophisticated.

Sana Lisboa Located in the heart of Lisbon, Sana Lisboa is a modern hotel that offers spacious rooms with contemporary decor and equipped with all conveniences. The excellent location on Fontes Pereira de Melo Avenue (next to the Marques de Pombal), a short distance from the historic centre of Lisbon makes this an excellent base in Lisbon.

LONDON, ENGLAND Grange, St Paul’s The Grange St Paul's is a luxury 5-Star hotel nestled beside St. Paul's Cathedral in London’s financial district. Its contemporary glass interior houses modern guest bedrooms, an array of bars and restaurants, a stunning Ajala Spa, and a private Health and Fitness Club with gym and swimming pool.

Grange, City This luxury hotel has sweeping views over the Tower of London and Tower Bridge. The building incorporates the last remaining section of London’s Roman Wall. The hotel features stunning guest bedrooms and

in-house facilities include several vibrant bars and restaurants, and a state-of-the-art Health and Fitness Club, swimming pool and spa.

MARRAKESH, MOROCCO Sofitel Palais Imperial Set in lush, fountained gardens of fragrant herbs, bougainvilleas and a palm-ringed pool, this 5-star palace is impressive in its majesty. Marble columns soaring to sculpted ceilings, traditional zellige tiles and the deep reds and browns of oriental tapestries induce a sense of atmosphere. The entire resort breathes relaxation and refinement, from outdoor sofas and loungers round the pool to sumptuous rooms.

Meridien This 5-star hotel is in the central Hivernage section of the city where many luxury villas were built during the French protectorate. Also in the area is Place Djemaa el Fna and the Menara Gardens, surrounding a large man-made lake. In addition to a restaurant, the Meridien features an outdoor pool. Other amenities include a full-service spa and poolside bar.

Marriott Enjoy 5-star service and quality on a steep slope overlooking the dramatic and picturesque Petra Valley. The Marriott embraces traditional hospitality with all modern conveniences including two restaurants, international bar and lounge. Relax by the pool and enjoy the views or indulge in the authentic Turkish Bath.

ROME, ITALY Excelsior Rich in history and located on the legendary Via Veneto, the Excelsior has hosted celebrities, statesmen and artists visiting the Eternal City and is nestled between the Spanish Steps and the Borghese Gardens. Its guest rooms and indoor pool, with health and fitness centre, make this one of the most unique hotels in Rome.

Londra & Cargill Located only a short walk from the Via Veneto, the Londra & Cargill offers all the facilities you would expect from a four-star hotel including complimentary internet, cocktail bar and restaurant. Located in a quiet location with traditionally

PETRA, JORDAN Movenpick Resort This 5-star hotel is situated at the entrance to the historic city of Petra. Its unique character features authentic antiques and artworks in its decor. And you’ll find seven dining and entertainment venues, tea room, wellness centre and library, plus stunning saffron sunsets from the roof garden.

SEVILLE, SPAIN Alfonso XIII Constructed by King Alfonso XIII of Spain, the hotel has, for over 85 years, been the place to stay for royalty, heads of state and those keen to share in its aura of history and glamour.

Today its distinctive Mudejar-style architecture of sweeping arches, ornamental towers, glorious ceramic finials, and the quality of its services continue to charm guests. The hotel’s Andalusian patio and restaurant provide an unforgettable dining experience. A spa, gym and pool complete the facilities.

Melia Sevilla Located in the heart of Seville, opposite the Parque de Maria Luisa and Plaza España and very close to the University (Old Tobacco Factory), the Alcazar, the Barrio de Santa Cruz district, the Cathedral and the Archive of the Indies, the Melia Sevilla is the perfect choice thanks to its excellent location in the city centre.

VENICE, ITALY Hilton Explore Venice from this historical building on Guidecca Island.

Visit the attractions – just five minutes away – via complimentary shuttle boat service to St. Mark's Square. Revive in your comfortable guest room. Savour seasonal ingredients at the restaurant, Aromi or enjoy alfresco dining on the terrace. Admire Venice’s views at the Skyline Rooftop Bar. Plunge into the rooftop pool and work-out in the 24-hour fitness centre.

MADRID, SPAIN OPTIONAL 2-NIGHT STAY Melia Princesa Recently renovated to beautifully combine traditional luxury with a surprising cutting edge, the Melia Princesa is an emblem of the city of Madrid. Thanks to its excellent location in the heart of the city, the Melia Princesa is a hotel you will remember. Just a few minutes from Gran Via, Plaza Mayor, Puerta del Sol and the Prado Museum, the Melia Princesa is the best option for enjoying the daytime activities and wonderful nightlife in this busy city.

2 nights: Twin/Double $390pp; Single $495 Includes breakfast daily, half-day city sightseeing, transfers and hi-speed train ticket between Madrid and Seville or visa versa.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR HOTEL STAY Breakfast is included daily at all hotels. Please refer below for additional meals and other features that are included on overland tours.

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN OVERLAND TOURS PETRA, MARRAKESH and FEZ 5-star hotels as listed or similar; breakfast, lunch and dinner daily; 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.

Please note: hotels listed are subject to change and the right is reserved to substitute hotels of a similar or superior standard.

Hilton, Venice

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GENERAL INFORMATION THINGS TO KNOW BEFORE YOU GO TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION AND VISAS All information provided below pertains to Australian and New Zealand citizens only and is valid at the time of printing, April 2015. Specific information for your cruise and land programme 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 programme. 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 holiday. 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, no visas are required for Australian and New Zealand passport holders visiting any country featured in this brochure, except as follows.

Turkey does require any guest embarking or disembarking in Istanbul to obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) prior to arrival in Turkey. The ETA can be applied for online at https://www.evisa.gov.tr/en. The current cost of the ETA if purchased online is USD20.

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Albania Group visas are obtained by the ship on arrival.

kind are not able to be accommodated on board Aegean Odyssey.

At least 90 days prior to departure, we must have the following information relating to each 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 group visas if this information is not supplied by the required time.

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 travelling 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.

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 programmes 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. Motorised scooters of any

HEALTH There is a well equipped medical centre staffed by a doctor and licensed nurse for the benefit of both the guests and the crew. The medical centre is primarily intended to provide acute care for illness and accidents that may occur while on holiday 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 programme 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.

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 71 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 website.

Lunches on full-day tours can be a picnic lunch provided by Aegean Odyssey or at a local restaurant. On some tours, where lunchtime is in a place offering a wide choice of restaurants, we have not included lunch and left it up to you (such as in Rome, Florence and Urbino).

In places such as Venice and Athens, you may wish to remain in the city at the end of the morning sightseeing rather than return to the ship and in these instances lunch will also be under your own arrangements.

Please note that these programmes 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.

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.

SMOKING

LAUNDRY AND PRESSING

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 non-smoking; however this is not always possible and Voyages to Antiquity cannot be held responsible if the guest’s preference is not available on arrival.

Valet service is available for laundry and pressing.

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

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 UK$ or US$ at the end of the cruise. Visa, MasterCard and American Express credit cards, and Travellers Cheques can be used for settlement; however American Express cardholders will be charged a 2% surcharge. Personal cheques 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

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

CHILDREN Voyages to Antiquity cruise programmes 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 programmes.

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.

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MV AEGEAN ODYSSEY DECK PLAN

BRIDGE

Cruising Speed

16 knots

2

Passenger Staterooms/Cabins

216

Passengers, lower beds

386

OBSERVATION DECK

714

711

716

713

718

715

720

717

722

719

CHARLESTON LOUNGE

721 POOL 723

•

811

812

813

814

Single cabins 815

▲ Third pullman berth in these cabins

#

709

AMBASSADOR LOUNGE

725

728

727

730

Malta

KEY

■

LIDO BAR

Lloyd’s Register Society London

Ship’s Registry

•

LIDO BAR

•

Classification

706 708

808

7

Stabilisers

705 707

• •

Passenger Decks

704

726 •

20.5 feet

702

• •

Draft

701 703

•

67 feet

806

807

461 Feet

Beam

805

809 •

Length

804

712 • 710 •

11,563

803

810 •

Ship’s Tonnage

802

•

SHIP’S SPECIFICATION

801

724 •

OBSERVATION LOUNGE

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

816

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 B

B A CA E 404#

403 405 504

• •

415

• • 521

517

520

523

524

518 522

527 528

529

531

■

525 ▲ 526 ▲

530

532 534

533

•

•

514

513 516

414 ▲

413

•

515 519

412

411

510

421

417

418

419

422

425

423

429

427 ▲

431 ▲

433

435

437

426 430 434 438

536

535 537

538

539 543

541

540

547 545

549

INTERNET

542 544

551

G ECB

428

C B A H FD A E

436 ▲

444 448

446

449

447

450

452

453

451

454

456

455 459

A

432

443

MARCO POLO RESTAURANT

464

470

471

474

475

476

477

478

550

557

552

561

554

MEDICAL

• • 565

558

567

560

569

562

571

564

573

566

575

568

577

570

BELVEDERE DECK

COLUMBUS DECK

Junior Suites with Balcony

CAT C

Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony

CAT D

Deluxe Stateroom with Balcony

CAT E

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

DJKD HC EFG EH I J I DEBG

CAT F

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

CAT G

Premium Outside

CAT H

Premium Outside

CAT I ◆

Premium Outside

FG

CAT J

Standard Outside

CAT K

Premium Inside

CAT L

Premium Inside

CAT M

Standard Inside

FIJC EJKFH

556

563

Owner’s Suites with Balcony

EAKLEID H

• •

559

MARCO POLO DECK

DOUBLE STATEROOM/CABINS

CAT B

F

548

555

CATEGORY COLOURS

CAT A

CIC GB DHD EF H A CIG D

546

553

IBF

JCE

466

467

AC GE BFA D AG EBC BHD FA B CGE D FC BH G

460 ATHENA HEALTH SPA

VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY BEST FOR ADVENTURE

A D FEDB

424

445

463

HAIR DRESSER

420

442

441 RECEPTION

C

ED CA

440

439

AWARDS

416

•

509 512

W I N N ER

BA D

409 410

508

511

408

407

505 506 507

406

■

503

A C

C DBB F

E I FJG FLM H B K D GLJ FKGFI M KH G IJ G C LE KJ HM GLHG LIJK H H F DLM I IHK H KL M IJG EI M L J JI M I KL JH JF M J KK LM

SHIP’S AMENITIES

• • • • • • • • • • • • •

2 Restaurants plus outdoor terrace dining 3 Lounges 4 Bars Lecture Theatre Library Shop Internet Centre Outdoor pool Athena Health Spa and Gym Beauty Salon Medical Centre Telephone, Fax and E-mail via 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 23.

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 C: Deluxe Stateroom with balcony

CATEGORY L: Premium Inside Cabin

CATEGORY F: Deluxe Stateroom

CATEGORY H: Premium Outside Cabin

CATEGORY B: Junior Suite with balcony

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VOYAGES TO ANTIQUITY: CRUISE FARES 2016 AEG160323

EFAA IBD D LC EEHB DA JBI G FC BA D EJEM FFIC EBAJ K CBC H D G FKFED GG J FCK LBD IED C H FE LG G HH K GD C EL M JIFED F H G M H IILE HD FFM G JKEG I IH JF J M IHGEG F LKH JJIG KFH K JIH G M LI KKJH LLG I K JIH J M I LLK H M J M LKJI K LJI MM K LKJ M L K M J LKL M M L K M M

PRICES IN AU$

P 30-31

SEE ITINERARY PAGES FOR EARLY BOOKING FARES DOUBLE ACCOMMODATIONS

AMMAN TO ATHENS

AEG160409 P 32-33 ATHENS TO ATHENS

AEG160419/160430

AEG160511/160927

AEG160520

AEG160602

AEG160613

AEG160625

AEG160707

AEG160719

AEG160826

AEG160905/160916

P 34-35

P 36-37

P 38-39

P 40-41

P 42-43

P 44-45

P 46-47

P 48-49

P 50-51

P 34-35

ATHENS TO ATHENS

ATHENS TO VENICE

VENICE TO NICE

NICE TO SEVILLE

SEVILLE TO LONDON

LONDON TO LISBON

LISBON TO ROME

ROME TO ISTANBUL

ISTANBUL TO ATHENS

ATHENS TO ATHENS

COMMENCES

19 MAR

7 APR

16 APR/27 APR

9 MAY/25 SEPT

18 MAY

2 JUN

11 JUN

23 JUN

5 JUL

17 JUL

24 AUG

2 SEPT/13 SEPT

DURATION

18 DAYS

13 DAYS

15 DAYS

14 DAYS

16 DAYS

14 DAYS

17 DAYS

17 DAYS

17 DAYS

17 DAYS

15 DAYS

15 DAYS

DECK

Inside cabins with shower

M

Standard Inside

BELVEDERE/COLUMBUS

$4,795

$4,795

$5,595

$5,495

$6,795

$5,595

$6,550

$6,850

6,295

$6,450

$5,450

$5,750

L

Premium Inside

COLUMBUS

5,150

5,175

5,995

5,850

7,250

5,995

6,995

7,295

6,695

6,850

5,795

6,175

K

Premium Inside

BELVEDERE

5,475

5,550

6,450

6,195

7,795

6,395

7,495

7,750

7,150

7,295

6,195

6,595

Outside cabins with shower

J

Standard Outside

COLUMBUS

5,850

5,950

6,950

6,595

8,395

6,950

7,995

8,350

7,650

7,795

6,595

7,125

I*

Premium Outside

BRIDGE

6,095

6,395

7,450

6,995

8,995

7,450

8,595

8,895

8,195

8,350

6,995

7,650

H

Premium Outside

BELVEDERE/COLUMBUS

6,575

6,825

7,950

7,450

9,595

7,975

9,175

9,450

8,695

8,850

7,495

8,150

LIDO/BRIDGE

6,950

7,250

8,475

7,895

10,225

8,495

9,750

9,995

9,250

9,395

7,950

8,695

G

Premium Outside

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

F E

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

BRIDGE/BELVEDERE

7,295

7,795

9,095

8,295

10,975

9,125

10,395

10,695

9,895

9,995

8,495

9,295

LIDO/BELVEDERE

7,550

8,175

9,495

8,750

11,495

9,550

10,895

11,195

10,325

10,450

8,850

9,750

10,750

Balcony

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

D

Deluxe Stateroom, Balcony

BELVEDERE

7,995

8,995

10,450

9,695

12,550

10,695

12,650

12,950

11,850

11,895

9,950

C

Deluxe Stateroom, Balcony

LIDO/BRIDGE

8,250

9,495

10,995

10,195

13,250

11,295

13,295

13,595

12,450

12,495

10,450

11,350

10,695

12,395

11,350

14,895

12,650

14,750

15,095

13,850

13,895

11,650

12,750

12,250

16,250

13,850

15,995

16,250

14,995

14,995

12,650

13,950

B

Junior Suite, Balcony

LIDO

9,095

A

Owner’s Suite, Balcony

LIDO

9,950

11,650

13,550

SINGLE ACCOMMODATIONS

DECK

BELVEDERE

5,150

6,750

6,995

6,995

8,150

6,850

7,125

8,450

7,595

6,195

6,950

7,150

JJ

Standard Outside

COLUMBUS

6,125

6,995

8,595

8,350

9,995

8,495

9,895

10,195

9,150

9,295

8,350

8,795

II*

Premium Outside

BRIDGE

6,495

7,550

9,195

8,850

10,795

9,125

10,575

10,850

9,750

9,895

8,895

9,450

HH* Premium Outside

BRIDGE/BELVEDERE

6,850

8,075

9,795

9,350

11,550

9,750

11,250

11,550

10,350

10,495

9,450

9,995

GG* Premium Outside

MM Standard Inside

DG C ED AB EH AA D FE BC AFA I BB E AF G CD BGB JA CC F BG H E D AC CH KBA D D G CH I

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LIDO/BRIDGE

7,250

8,550

10,395

9,850

12,275

10,395

11,895

12,195

10,975

11,095

9,995

10,650

EE

Deluxe Stateroom, Outside

BELVEDERE

7,895

9,595

11,650

10,895

13,795

11,695

13,295

13,595

12,225

12,350

11,095

11,950

CC

Deluxe Stateroom, Balcony

LIDO

8,595

11,150

13,450

12,650

15,895

13,750

16,150

16,450

14,750

14,695

12,995

13,795

Port Fees & Service Charges (included in the above cruise fares)

595

450

495

450

550

495

550

550

550

550

495

495

Cruise Only Credit (no land included)

895

375

500

750

375

375

750

750

750

750

500

750

All fares are per person, in AU$, based on double occupancy and valid at time of printing, April 2015. Fares include on-board gratuities, port fees and service charges as indicated. Prices shown on itinerary pages are for a "from AU$ fare". The Saver Fare discount offer applies to the cruise fare only and excludes all port fees & service charges. They are subject to change on August 31, 2015, are capacity controlled, maybe withdrawn at anytime and are not combinable with other offers. There is a limited number of single cabins available in many categories and these are clearly shown on the deck plan – fares as above. 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 of 25% M-L, 30% K-I, 50% H-F and 75% E-A. Some cabins have a 3rd or 4th upper berth, details and fares on request. *Category GG, I, II and some HH cabins have partially restricted view. Please check with your travel agent at time of booking for additional deposit and conditions. Voyages to Antiquity reserve the right to change, correct errors, withdraw from sale any or all fares, itineraries and fees at any time. Ship’s Registry: Malta.

B

L K M M

M JLK M KL M

C

P 56-57

P 56-57

SEVILLE TO MALAGA

MALAGA TO SEVILLE

VENICE TO ROME

ROME TO SEVILLE

D A SEVILLE TO P 58-59

MALAGA

4 OCT

15 OCT

26 OCT

6 NOV

16 DAYS

16 DAYS

12 DAYS

12 DAYS

$6,250

$5,950

$5,195

$5,195

6,650

6,350

5,550

5,550

6,395C B

L

7,095

6,795

5,895

5,895

6,850A

K

7,595

7,295

6,295

6,295

8,125

7,795

6,750

6,750

8,650

8,295

7,150

7,150

9,150

8,795

7,595

7,595

9,425

8,095

8,095

9,850

8,450

8,450

11,650

11,250

9,250

9,250

12,250

11,850

9,750

9,750

13,595

13,195

10,850

10,850

14,795

14,350

11,850

11,850

7,550

5,150

6,195

6,195

9,095

6,295

7,495

7,495

E 16 DAYSB A

$5,995 F

G D C 7,350 B 7,850H E 8,395 D A 8,895C I FE 9,550B D 9,950J G CF EA 10,995 K 11,650 H D G 12,995 FB 14,250 L EIH 6,950G C 8,495M FJA 8,995I D 9,695H

9,695

6,750

7,950

7,950

10,295

7,195

8,450

8,450

10,850

7,595

8,950

8,950

12,095

8,495

9,950

9,950

J 11,495E I

14,495

10,150

11,450

11,450

13,395

495

495

450

450

750

750

375

375

GKB 10,250 HC

L K 495 F J 375

ID

M LG K JE

M H L KF

M

J ◆

I

H G

F E

D

Balcony

9,795 10,250

13 NOV

C B A

MM JJ II

◆

HH

◆

GG EE

CC

◆

YOUR CRUISE FARE INCLUDES Cruise on Aegean Odyssey as detailed in the itinerary of your choice All meals on board Aegean Odyssey Pre- and post-cruise hotel stays as detailed on itinerary Selected shore excursions as detailed in each itinerary Lunch (except as noted) on full day excursions All on-board gratuities for restaurant and cabin staff Selected wine with dinner (beer or soft drinks if preferred) on board Lecture programme featuring expert guest speakers Transfers between airports (once you have cleared customs), hotels and ship abroad^ Porterage of luggage to/from your cabin ^Included transfers are provided only in conjunction with arrival and departure dates of cruise-tours (including optional pre- and post hotel stays) as outlined in this brochure. Provided flight details are advised to Voyages to Antiquity..

NOT INCLUDED IN THE FARE • Optional shore excursions, where offered • Beverages (other than those included at dinner) and other items of a personal nature • Beauty and Spa treatments• Laundry and pressing services • Internet charges and telephone calls• Visas and airport taxes where these are payable locally • Government fees, surcharges and local taxes.

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TERMS & CONDITIONS Please read our terms and conditions carefully: 1. The contract The contract exists between you and Voyages to Antiquity (UK) Limited (the Company) once we have received your signed booking form and accepted the required deposit payment and we have sent you a confirmation/ invoice. The terms and conditions apply to all passengers named on the booking form and the person signing the booking form warrants that he or she is authorised to do so. All correspondence will be conducted with the lead person named on the booking form.

2. Deposits and final payment A deposit of AU$ 1,000 per person or 10% of the total holiday cost (whichever is the greater), along with the completed Booking Form is required to secure your reservation. NZ$ deposit amount will be confirmed at time of booking. Your Travel Agent may also add their own separate Booking Fees at time of deposit. Final balance is due 90 days prior to departure. Full payment must be made at time of booking if made within 90 days of departure. We reserve the right to cancel your booking and apply the relevant cancellation charges (detailed below) if we do not receive all payments at the due time. All Travel Documents are only issued after final payment has been received by the company. FLY FREE offers are subject to availability and capacity controlled and may require additional deposits and or funds to be paid to ensure air ticketing conditions are met.

3. Changes by you Should you wish to make a change to your confirmed reservation you must notify us in writing as soon as possible. Whilst we will try to assist, we cannot guarantee that we will be able to do so. When we can, a AU$100 per person amendment fee (AU$200 within 90 days) is payable plus any other charges imposed by your Travel Agent. A change of sailing date by the passenger within 90 days prior to departure will be treated as a cancellation. Your Travel Agent may also charge administration fees separately to Voyages to Antiquity.

4. Cancellation by you You need to notify the Company in writing as soon as possible if you or any member of your party needs to cancel your cruise holiday, cancellation fees as indicated will be calculated from the date this letter is received by Voyages to Antiquity. Cancellation charges payable to the company are shown here:

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Period before departure when written notice is received by the Company more than 90 days between 61 to 89 days between 31 to 60 days between 16 to 30 days 15 days or less

Cancellation charge per person cancelling 10% 25% 50% 75% 100%

The cancellation charge is based on the total invoice charge for all services. Your Travel Agent may also charge cancellation fees separately to Voyages to Antiquity.

5. Travel Insurance All International passengers should have fully comprehensive travel insurance valid from the date of deposit being made. We suggest you discuss with your Travel Agent the various insurance policies available.

Policies can be purchased that provide protection in the event of trip cancellation, interruption, personal illness, injury, medical and baggage protection. Verification of your travel insurance policy may be required by Voyages to Antiquity.

6. Itinerary Changes The holidays featured in this brochure are planned many months in advance. Occasionally, events can occur that will require changes (including cancellations) to be made to the published itineraries – both before and after bookings have been confirmed. Some changes are minor, but occasionally they can be a significant change.

Cancellations of, or changes to, itineraries may be made for a number of reasons including (but not limited to) war, civil unrest, industrial disruption/strikes, natural disasters, adverse weather conditions, adverse travel advisory warnings issued by Governmental organisations, insufficient bookings or to maintain and protect the safety of passengers, crew and the ship.

A significant change with alternative arrangements, or cancellation and refund A significant change is defined as a change to either your initial embarkation port or to the disembarkation port from that in your published itinerary to a port in a different country and advised to you at least 15 days prior to your travel departure. You can choose to either accept the alternate arrangement(s) which we will advise to you, or to cancel your booking and receive a refund of moneys that you have paid to the travel agent for the services that were to be provided by Voyages to Antiquity.

Changes to any Port of call in your itinerary Changes to the order, or substitution, of any dates or times at the Ports of call in the published itinerary are not considered a significant change and do not entitle you to any refunds or compensation. Normal cancellation fees will apply should you choose to cancel when advised of these Ports of call changes prior to your travel departure.

where international conventions apply. These include the Warsaw Convention which relates to carriage by air and the Athens Convention which relates to carriage by sea. Travel on board the mv Aegean Odyssey is subject to the conditions of carriage issued by the ship operating company and travel on board aircraft to join the Aegean Odyssey is subject to the airline’s standard ticket conditions. Full details are available on request.

The ship’s captain is responsible for the safety of the ship, passengers and crew. The captain has absolute discretion in making any alterations during the cruise to the published itinerary as the captain considers necessary and no compensation or refunds apply.

The Company is not to be held responsible for any act, event or omission during the time passengers are not aboard the vessel. The Company 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. These may limit or exclude liability. Claims other than for personal injury, death and illness are limited to a reasonable amount.

Your rights in all other situations In all other situations, neither Voyages to Antiquity nor the travel agent or any of their affiliates, subsidiaries, employees or agents have any liability to you and you will need to ensure that your travel insurance will compensate you for any and all delays, cancellations, or changes to any part of your total travel itinerary that occur. This includes any airline or ground arrangements that you may have.

7. Consideration for others We expect all passengers to have consideration for other people. If in our reasonable opinion the behavior of any passenger is likely to cause damage, upset or distress to any third party or damage to property, the Company reserves the right to terminate that passenger’s cruise without prior notice. In these extreme circumstances no refunds will be made and the Company will not pay any expenses or costs incurred as a result of the termination of the cruise.

The departure of the ship from any port will not be delayed for passengers who are not on board by the published departure time.

8. Fitness and Eligibility The focus of the cruises featured in this brochure is on the extensive programme of included sightseeing and to fully participate in this you need to be reasonably fit and have no walking difficulties. In any event your mobility should not be an impediment to others on the guided tours. We also reserve the right to refuse to accept a booking without giving a reason.

9. Liability The liability of the Company and any other party that may be involved in providing services in connection with any of the holidays in this brochure may be limited

10.English Law The conditions form part of the contract with the Company and any disputes arising out of it are governed

by English Law. All proceedings shall be within the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

11.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 passengers who have purchased a cruise only holiday 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.

12.Final Travel Documentation Travel documents including any air charter 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 30-21 days prior to scheduled departure. It is the responsibility of the passenger(s) and for his travel agent to verify that the full name(s) on any cruise, land, or air charter 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.

13.Services provided by Independent Contractors All shoreside tours and services described in this brochure or on the website including air charter, 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.

14.Luggage Handling All baggage must conform to and will be handled in accordance with the regulations and restrictions of airlines, government security requirements, and third party suppliers. Charges or fees relating to the carriage and the handling of luggage excluding porterage at the pier and to/from the Voyages to Antiquity vessel are the guests' responsibility. Voyages of Antiquity reserves the right to search guest luggage at any time and to refuse any items that might be considered dangerous. All handcarried luggage and personal effects are the responsibility of the guest at all times. Voyages of Antiquity is not responsible for the loss or damage to guest luggage.

Baggage insurance as part of your travel insurance policy is strongly recommended. Please refer to the Passenger Ticket/Passage Contract for the full details of the Voyages to Antiquity Luggage Policy.

15.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.

16.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.

17.Ship’s Registry Mv Aegean Odyssey is registered in Malta.

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BOOKING FORM

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Embarkation Port

CRUISE NAME Booking Reference Number

Flight arrival details: Date

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Time:

Australia or New Zealand Departure Date

Lead Name

PASSENGER DETAILS

HOW TO RESERVE

2nd Passenger

Surname (as shown on passport)

• Select your cruise and preferred cabin category.

First Name (as shown on passport)

• To reserve your cabin contact your travel agent who can take care of your booking.

Mr/Mrs/Miss/other

• Once you have been given a booking reference number, complete the booking form and send it with a 10% deposit or AU$ 1,000, whichever is greater, to your travel agent. NZ$ deposit will be confirmed at time of booking.

Occupation Place of Birth Nationality Date of Birth

• An invoice will be issued within one week of confirmation and the balance of your holiday must be received 90 days before departure.

Passport Number Date & Place of Issue Expiry Date

• Your documents will be sent approximately three weeks before departure once full payment has been received.

Home Address Town/City State/Postcode Telephone Number E-mail address Emergency: Contact (not travelling) Contact Phone Number and relationship to passenger

Cabin Category & Number SPECIAL REQUESTS Dietary Other

INSURANCE All passengers must purchase a fully comprehensive travel insurance policy.

PAYMENT DETAILS I enclose DEPOSIT (non-refundble) or FULL PAYMENT (bookings within 90 days of departure)

AU$/NZ$ AU$/NZ$

SIGNATURE On behalf of the persons named above, whose authority I have to sign this agreement, I have read the information on this cruise and accept the Terms and Conditions.

Policy issued by: Policy No: Insurance Company Worldwide 24-hour emergency telephone No:

Name (please print) Signature

Date

Travel Agent

MEDICAL DECLARATION All the above named persons are fit to travel and are not travelling contrary to medical advice.

All pre-existing medical conditions which may require treatment aboard ship must be declared prior to deposit being paid or accepted.

NB. If there is a change in the general health of any of the above named, medical advice should be sought before taking the proposed holiday. A medical certificate may be requested.

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A TASTE OF SPAIN, MADEIRA & MOROCCO November 6, 2015 Malaga to Malaga – 14-day cruise to Madeira, the Canary Islands and the highlights of Morocco with an overnight hotel stay in Marrakesh, VOYAGE TO SOUTH AFRICA November 19, 2015 A remarkable 31-day journey from the souks of Morocco and the Western Sahara Desert to the wild coast of Namibia and summer sunshine of Cape Town.

These remarkable voyages will take you from the Western Sahara Desert and the extraordinary wildlife of South Africa to palmfringed islands, exotic cites and the treasures of Southeast Asia and India. With sightseeing excursions included at most ports of call, plus exciting land tours with extended stays and overnights in selected ports, these journeys represent extraordinary value.

CHRISTMAS & NEW YEAR IN SOUTH AFRICA December 19, 2015 Enjoy a sun-filled festive season, with3 nights in Cape Town and a cruise to the best of South Africa – Port Elizabeth, Richards Bay, Mossel Bay and Namibia.

GAME PARKS OF SOUTH AFRICA January 5, 2016 Three days in Cape Town begins this two-week journey featuring Game Reserve Safaris, the Garden Route, Nature Reserves and Zulu lands.

SOUTH AFRICA TO ASIA VIA THE INDIAN OCEAN January 16, 2016 Sail from Cape Town to Colombo via tropical islands of the Comoros, Seychelles and Maldives and enjoy 2 nights in Sri Lanka on this 26-day voyage.

BURMA & THE MALAY PENINSULA February 6, 2016 22-day voyage from Colombo to Singapore – highlighted by 2 nights on board ship in mysterious Burma and a two-night hotel stay in Singapore.

PASSAGE TO SRI LANKA & INDIA February 21, 2016 A 3-week journey from Singapore to Colombo and along the Malibar Coast to the architectural splendour of India’s Golden Triangle – Jaipur, Agra and Delhi INDIA & THE WONDERS OF THE RED SEA March 3, 2016 India’s Golden Triangle begins this outstanding 25-day voyage to the ancient treasures of the Red Sea – Luxor – Petra and a 3-night land tour in Jordan

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