Three Continents - Five Countries
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Blue Monarch - Exterior
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Itinerary Includes:
• International round-trip airfare
• Hotel for 2 nights in Athens
• 7 night cruise on board the Blue Monarch
• All meals: 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 7 course dinners
• Host service throughout cruise
• All port taxes are included
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Spend 2 nights in Athens at your choice of accommodations and add sightseeing tours or transfers as you desire. Then Depart on a 7 night cruise as detailed below:
Day 1: Friday - Piraeus (Athens), Greece - 5:00 PM
Embarkation commences at the Passenger Terminal situated on Akti Xaveriou at the Port of Piraeus. Passengers arriving independently should allow one hour from downtown Athens and 2 hours from Athens Airport. Upon arrival at the Passenger Terminal, all luggage, including hand and carryon luggage will pass through a security check. All luggage should be labeled with MCC luggage tags with passenger name and cabin number. At the Passenger Terminal, MCC staff will be on hand to inform you about the embarkation procedure, please have your passport, ID card and cruise ticket or voucher in hand. Guests are not permitted on board the ship for security reasons
Day 2: Saturday - At Sea
Day 3: Sunday - Cairo, Egypt
Port Said (Cairo), Egypt - 7:00am - 9:00pm
Strategically located at the entrance to the Suez Canal, Port Said is a thriving city and gateway to Cairo in the south site of the ancient monuments of the Egyptian Empire which have fascinated visitors throughout the ages.; The mystifying Sphinx and the Pyramids of Giza stand majestically on the outskirts of the city at the edge of the desert; Cairo?s Museum of Antiquities holds one of the finest collections of artifacts in the world, including the outstanding treasures of King Tutankhamen?s Tomb.
Day 4: Monday - Holy Land
Ashod (Holy Land) Jerusalem - 7:00am - 6:00pm
Perched on the sand dunes, Ashod is one of Israel?s 3 planned cities. Passenger?s taking the optional tour to Jerusalem and Bethlehem will disembark here. During the visit to Jerusalem and Bethlehem, you will walk La Via Dolorosa and see the Stations of the Cross. Among the many other sites of interests are the Western Wall, the Church of the Holy Sepulcher and, in Bethlehem, the church of the Nativity.
Day 5: Tuesday - Cyprus
Pathos, Curium and Limassol City - 7:00am - 5:00pm
It is here that according to legend, Venus (Aphrodite to the Greeks) emerged from the seas and since antiquity; Cyprus played a leading role, situated at the crossroads between east and west. Cyprus reflects both Greek and Ottoman influences as well as centuries of British occupation. See the historic ruins of Pathos and also the Kolossi castle of the knights and the Greco-roman archaeological site at Curium.
Day 6: Wednesday - Antalya, Turkey
Aspendos and Perge - 7:00am - 1:00pm
Antalya is a picturesque city that stretches along a beautiful harbor with the natural attraction of the nearby Duden Waterfalls. And also Aspendos and Perge which had a very high level of culture boating theaters over 20,000 seats and a stadium for 12,000 among the sites that can be visited.
Day 7: Thursday - Santorini and Mykonos
Santorini - 8:30am - 12:00noon
Arriving in the picture-postcard island destination of Santorini is always a thrill due to its awesome volcanic setting. The island of Santorini is perhaps the most breathtaking of all the Greek Islands. The hillside town of Thira is perched precariously atop the steep cliffs and is accessible only by cable car or donkey ride. It is an unbelievably beautiful town with white washed houses, narrow streets, open air cafes and glittering boutiques that cling to steep cliffs. Marvel at the fine vistas of the Aegean in this splendid cliff top location.
Mykonos, Greece 5:00PM-11:00PM
The Sunset Island! This windswept isle is the gem of the Cyclades, world renowned for its striking white homes, churches and windmills, pristine beaches and azure waters. Due to afternoon arrival, no tours are offered, giving you time to wander the maze of paths and alleys of this unique destination.
Day 8: Friday - Piraeus (Athens), Greece 6:00AM
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Statistical Information
Passenger Capacity (basis double): 500
Number of Crew: 230
Tonnage: 11,429 tons
Length: 150.10 m
Breadth: 21.0 m
Maximum Draft: 6.32 m
Maximum Speed: 16 knots
Stabilizers Sperry Gyrofin
Air Conditioning Throughout
Built in Sainte Nazaire, France, the Blue Monarch has the elegant lines of a classic cruise ship and can host up to 500 passengers. Her vast deck space and two pools are a delight to sun seekers and ideal for strolls at sea. With her yacht like size and personal service provided by our crew, each cruise is a unique experience. The Blue Monarch becomes home within a few short days and thanks to our intimate surrounds, fellow guests become fast friends on this matchless voyage. The Blue Monarch is currently undergoing major refurbishment and is the ideal vessel for your 7 day cruise to Turkey and the Greek Islands. Her intimate size and highly trained staff make you feel at home in no time and with all the facilities you could want, there`s plenty of time for pampering. By day visit some of the most historically and culturally rich ports of the Mediterranean or stay on board and relax by one of the 2 pools. By night enjoy the diversity of International cuisine, the fun of live entertainment, the thrill of gaming at the casino or the quiet relaxation of your favorite liqueur.
It offers 209 standard staterooms and 33 deluxe staterooms. All cabins offer Satellite TV`s; phones with international dialing; personal safe; hairdryer; music channels and wardrobe. There are 2 staterooms adapted for guests with special needs.
Dining: Dionysos Deck
Dining has always been a festive experience for the Greeks. On board the team of chefs ensures that every day brings new, unforgettable culinary delights. There are guests of up to 100 nationalities on board during any one season and the chefs have strive to devise menus which suit the tastes of both adventurous and less adventurous palates. The sommelier will help you choose from the international wine list featuring Greek, French, and Italian vintages and then in an impeccable way the attentive stewards serve you the finest of international and Greek specialties. Your waiter will soon learn your preferences as he makes recommendations from the daily menu.
Entertainment
During a cruise, some people wish simply to relax and soak up the sun, while others prefer action. At sea, daytime diversions are numerous; there is something for everyone, from reading a good book in a comfortable corner of the library, a game of backgammon or cards or a drink at the piano bar. Night life at sea is vibrant. Start your evening with your favorite drink in one of the bars and after a pleasant dinner, you have a standing invitation to a colorful show, followed by dancing. Perhaps you are planning to go to the casino afterwards or to the disco, so you can dance on into the early morning hours.
Optional Shore Excursions
A diverse selection of tours has been developed in order to help you make the most of your time at ports of call. Bookings can be made in advance, or if made onboard can be charged to Shipboard Account. In case you have a video camera, be advised that museums and archeological sites might charge a fee for their use.
Shipboard Dining
Please contact the Maitre d`Hotel after embarkation to make your table reservation or to confirm reservations made with the booking. Breakfast and Luncheon are served in the Restaurant on an Open Seating basis or passengers may opt for the buffet on deck. Dinner is assigned seating and it is requested that passengers observe the opening times as per Daily Program. Swimsuits and tank tops are not permitted in the Dining Room.
Daily Program
Each evening a schedule of activities for the following day will be delivered to your cabin. This includes arrival and departure times, shore excursion departure times, meal times, open hours for onboard facilities, suggested dress code, social events and other useful information. Please read it carefully and keep it with you.
Gratuities
It is the task of the experienced staff to do everything possible to make your cruise comfortable and enjoyable. The desire is for you to feel at ease and relaxed during your vacation and this applies to tipping as to other aspects of your cruise. As most guests request guidance to what prevails internationally, the suggested amount is Euro 8 (USD 9) per person per day for all passengers over 16 years old and Euro 4 (USD 5) per person per day for children and teenagers (6 to 16 years). Gratuities will be added to passenger`s ship board account. For beverage service personnel such as Bar Tenders and Waiters a 10% service charge is automatically added to the bill.
Personal Funds and Expenses
The currency on board is Euro. All onboard expenses including shore excursions, gratuities, gift shop purchases, wine and bar bills, spa, beauty salon treatments and photo services, with the exception of the Casino, are charged to your Shipboard Account. For payment, all major credit cards are accepted or if preferred, passengers may settle their account with cash, Travelers Checks or Eurocheques. Personal checks are not accepted.
Electrical Current
Blue Monarch electrical current 110V (60Hz) for low voltage appliances.
Medical Facilities
A qualified physician is in attendance on all cruises. Office hours are posted and listed on the Daily Program. Emergencies are attended to immediately at all times. A customary fee is charged for services and medication, this is charged to your Shipboard Account.
Smoking on Board
Public Rooms have an area reserved for smoking, which passengers are kindly asked to respect. Smoking is not permitted in the Dining Room. Cigar and pipe smoking is not permitted in any indoor area of the ship. Passengers are requested not to smoke in cabins.
What to pack
Expect warm weather during the day with slightly cooler evenings. When going ashore, comfortable walking shoes are recommended and for visits to religious sites, bare shoulders and shorts are not permitted. Onboard, we suggest casual light weight resort wear. Don`t forget your sunglasses, swimsuit and sunhat for the deck, although swimsuits are not permitted in public rooms. In case it rains, don`t forget a light waterproof jacket or umbrella. Each evening after 6.00pm you are kindly requested to follow the recommended dress code as per your Daily Program. Dress Guidelines: Casual Country club casual for ladies and gentlemen to feel at home after your day in port. Captain`s Night We suggest suit and tie for gentlemen and cocktail dress or pant suit for ladies.
BLUE MONARCH
In just seven days you will cruise through breathtaking deep blue waters to some of the most enchanting destinations in the world, visiting 3 continents, 5 countries.
Experience the breath and depth of ancient history, visit fabled lands in Greece, Egypt and Holy Land, fascinating sites in Cyprus and Turkey.
During this voyage you`ll uncover some of the most significant sites of the ancient world and understand why these destinations have captured the imagination for centuries.
The paths of history meet some of the most beautiful places in the world; this is a journey you will never forget.
DEPARTURE DATES IN 2008:
April 25
May 9, 23
June 6, 20
July 4, 18
August 1, 15, 29
September 12, 26
October 10, 24
November 7, 14
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