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Gems along the Mediterranean Coasts
- Malta - Monte Carlo
COX1223 | October 20 - 27, 2012 |
Book your cruise now! 5% early booking discount until March 24, 2012.
Six days in Italy is synonymous with travelling through 2,000 years of culture and history. Filled by
casual elegance, inspired by Mediterranean ease.
Highlights of your cruise
• The epitome of romanticism - the island of Capri
• Retracing history in Pompeii
• Southern Italy at its best - travelling along the fabulous Amalfi coast
• The "eternal city" - the most beautiful facets of Rome
• Gems of the Ligurian coast - the Cinque Terre |
| Day |
Date
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Destination |
| Sat |
20-Oct-12
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Embarkation on the COLUMBUS 2 in
Valletta, departure 21.00 hrs |
| Sun |
21-Oct-12
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Syracuse, 7.00 - 17.00
hrs.
Passage through the Strait of Messina and
circumnavigation of the island of Stromboli |
| Mon |
22-Oct-12
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Capri, arrival 14.00 hrs |
| Tue |
23-Oct-12
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Capri, departure 4.00
hrs.
Sorrento, 7.00 - 17.00 hrs |
| Wed |
24-Oct-12
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Civitavecchia (Rome), 7.00 - 20.00
hrs |
| Thurs |
25-Oct-12
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Livorno (Florence), 8.00 - 24.00
hrs |
| Fri |
26-Oct-12
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Portofino, 7.00 - 13.00
hrs |
| Sat |
27-Oct-12
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Monte Carlo, arrival 7.00
hrs.
Disembarkation |
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Valletta/Malta
The COLUMBUS 2 leaves the island's capital behind
and sets course for new destinations.
Syracuse/Sicily
In the days of Cicero, Syracuse was the centre of the ancient
world. Monuments such as the Roman theatre and the altar of Hiero, which will be among your discoveries
on the city tour / guided walk around the city*, are reminiscent of those times. Baroque
Noto* shines in bright tufa - churches, monasteries and palaces vie for your attention. On board,
your day ends with another highlight - just before midnight, the COLUMBUS 2 sails through the legendary
Strait of Messina.
Capri/Italy
The atmospheric circumnavigation of the volcanic island of Stromboli at
sunrise gets you into the mood for one of the most beautiful destinations in the Mediterranean - the
rocky island of Capri. Today, the home of the Blue Grotto is frequented by celebrities from all over
the world who - just like yourself - enjoy the unique light.
Sorrent/Italy
From the steep white cliffs, your eyes will wander across the Gulf of
Naples. On the landscape tour to Amalfi*, you will experience an air of the Orient - the
cloister of the cathedral Sant'Andrea was built in Arab-Norman style. The visit to Pompeii*
opens a three-dimensional history book - temples, thermal baths and theatres almost present themselves
like they did 2,000 years ago.
Civitavecchia (Rome)/Italy
Magnificent St. Peter's Basilica, the Colosseum and the
Forum Romanum - Rome* is full of history and more vital than ever. On the Spanish Steps, "la
dolce vita" virtually becomes tangible. Viterbo and Tuscania* bring back to life bygone days on
a walk through the former papal residence and the town of the Etruscans.
Livorno (Florence)/Italy
The second largest city in Tuscany picturesquely overlooks
the Etruscan Riviera. A stroll along the Via Grande reveals equally beautiful views as the Porto
Mediceo and the old fort. Florence* welcomes you as a living art museum - works by great masters
adorn places such as the Uffizi Gallery and the Basilica of Santa Croce. In Lucca*, the secret
capital of Tuscany, the Middle Ages left behind numerous treasures, for instance the cathedral San
Martino or the church San Frediano.
Portofino/Italy
The sun-kissed fishing village provides longing with a new name -
on a walk, you can mix with the international jet set sauntering between the colourful houses.
Following our departure, the COLUMBUS 2 cruises off the coast of the Cinque Terre - the "five villages"
are lined up like pearls on a picturesque section of the Ligurian coast.
Monte Carlo/Monaco
Your cruise comes to an end in Monte Carlo.
*These arrangements are not included in the cruise price. The shore activities listed here are in the
planning stage and are subject to changes.
**Due to the flight schedule, the transfer will take you directly from the airport to the ship or from
the ship to the airport. In the case of an early arrival or a late departure, the transfer initially
takes you to a lounge with a subsequent transfer to the ship or the airport
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∗United States Dollar prices are based on the current
Euro to Dollar exchange rate and are subject to change.
These rates do not include airfare.
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The COLUMBUS 2 all-inclusive package is offered at a surcharge to complement the
advertised cruise and can only be booked prior to the beginning of the cruise. The package price
includes a credit for the shore excursions of your choice, beverages with the meals and free
selection from 81 beverages on the bar menu of the COLUMBUS 2. The mini bar as well as a selection
of other beverages, for example champagne, are not included in the COLUMBUS 2 all-inclusive
package. The credit for your shore excursions worth € 60 will automatically be credited to your
on-board account.
¹ You pay only the guaranteed price for double occupancy shown here. Accommodation will be provided in
an inside cabin of Category 1 or an outside cabin of Category 3 to 4, subject to availability. If you
book a combination of several cruises in a guaranteed two-berth cabin, we cannot promise that you will
be allocated the same cabin throughout your whole stay. You will receive your cabin number with your
final travel documents (limited allotment).
² If you book your cruise 210 days (approx. 7 months) or earlier prior to departure, you will receive
an early booking discount of 5% on the cruise-only price (catalogue price minus surcharge for travel
arrangements to cruise departure point and from cruise arrival point and share of fuel costs).
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