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Cultural Heritage on the Coasts of the Adriatic
Sea- Venice - Malta
COX1222 | October 13-20, 2012 |
Book your cruise now! 5% early booking discount until March 17, 2012.
The Mare Adriaticum will captivate you - with the legacy of the ancient Romans, breathtaking mosaic art
and gorgeous Mediterranean islands. Days of relaxation in Italy and Croatia.
Highlights of your cruise
• Magnificent testimonies to faith - the Byzantine mosaics of
Ravenna
• Mediterranean paradise of nature - Brijuni National Park
• Roman power and glory - Diocletian's Palace in Split
• The enchanting island of Hvar
• Dubrovnik - world-famous historic district and cosmopolitan beauty |
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Date
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Destination |
| Sat |
13-Oct-12
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Embarkation on the COLUMBUS 2 in
Venice, departure 23.00 hrs |
| Sun |
14-Oct-12
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Ravenna, 7.00 - 22.00 hrs |
| Mon |
15-Oct-12
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Pula, 6.00 - 18.00 hrs |
| Tue |
16-Oct-12
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Trogir, 8.00 - 24.00 hrs |
| Wed |
17-Oct-12
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Hvar, 6.00 - 18.00 hrs |
| Thurs |
18-Oct-12
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Dubrovnik, 7.00 - 19.00
hrs |
| Fri |
19-Oct-12
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Relaxation at sea |
| Sat |
20-Oct-12
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Valletta, arrival 6.00 hrs.
Disembarkation. |
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Venice/Italy
The COLUMBUS 2 awaits you in the incomparable lagoon
city.
Ravenna/Italy
The charming Italian city boasts appealing cafés all around the
Piazza del Popolo, and its historic heritage invites you to discover it on your own initiative.
Ravenna's mosaics*, the beauty of which you can admire in the Basilica of Sant'Apollinare Nuovo,
the Neonian Bapistry or the Mausoleum of Galla Placidia, are famous throughout the world. Enchanting
mediaeval arcades await you on the excursion to Bologna*. The city also accommodates the oldest
European university, former students of which include personalities like Dante and Copernicus. The tour
to Comacchio and Pomposa* takes you to the delta landscape of the River Po. Stroll across the
Trepponti Bridge dating back to the 17th century and marvel at the floor mosaics in the magnificent
monastery Abbazia di Pomposa.
Pula/Croatia
The oldest city in Istria with its combination of Roman monumental
buildings, Renaissance palaces, playful art nouveau style and modern architecture has plenty to show
you on the guided walk through the city*. Its landmark is the amphitheatre dating back to the
time of the Emperor Augustus, which once offered sufficient space for 20,000 spectators. The Brijuni
>National Park* is a sanctuary with rare trees, plants and animals - the Mediterranean paradise
on the largest island of the archipelago can conveniently be explored with the island railway.
Trogir/Croatia
Until midnight, the COLUMBUS 2 will be lying off the coast of this
treasury of history. With the most well-preserved Roman-Gothic ensemble in all of Eastern Europe,
Trogir offers impressive territory for individual discoveries as well as a guided walk through the
town*. Or would you like to visit Salona and Split*? The former was the capital of the Roman
province Dalmatia and is one of the most interesting excavation sites in Croatia. In beautiful Split,
the Emperor Diocletian created a retirement retreat which today forms the heart of the city.
Hvar/Croatia
Countless lavender and rosemary bushes, tranquil vineyards and olive
groves - the enchanting isle is a Croatian jewel. On the island tour*, you will visit two
picturesque fishing villages and sample the local wine. Strolling through the historic district of Hvar
is also a relaxing and enjoyable experience. Particularly active guests may wish to join the
hike* across the fertile island, with another wine tasting awaiting you at the end.
Dubrovnik/Croatia
The "pearl of the Adriatic" defensively towers on the shore and
turns out to be a unique open-air museum on the walk across the city*. As you make your way
along sections of the entirely preserved fortification wall and through the historic district, you will
see the Franciscan Monastery, the Rector's Palace or the gorgeous cloister of the Dominican Monastery.
At the same time, the city will thrill you with its Mediterranean lifestyle as well as elegant shops
and cafés, which makes it a popular haunt among the international jet set. Or would you prefer to
experience Croatia's untouched nature? Leaving the usual tourist paths, you can explore the valley of
Konavle by jeep*.
Valletta/Malta
Experience the COLUMBUS 2 entering the unique natural harbour early
in the morning.
*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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Book your cruise now! 5% early booking discount until March 17, 2012.
∗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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