| |
Pearls of the Adriatic -
Malta to Venice
COX1204 | April 28 - May 5, 2012 |
As though trying to outdo each other, Croatia's islands sparkle against the backdrop
of the bright azure blue of the Adriatic. A combination of Venetian past and Mediterranean joie de
vivre awaits you everywhere along your route.
Highlights of your cruise
• Dubrovnik with its perfectly preserved historic district
• Genuinely Mediterranean - the natural beauty of the island of Hvar
• Lively past on the historic city island of Trogir
• Monument of historic dimensions - the amphitheatre of Pula
• Artistic craftwork at its finest - the mosaics of Ravenna |
| Day |
Date
|
Destination |
| Sat |
28-Apr-12
|
Embarkation on the COLUMBUS 2 in
Valletta, departure 21.00 hrs |
| Sun |
29-Apr-12
|
Relaxation at sea |
| Mon |
30-Apr-12
|
Dubrovnik, 7.00 - 18.00
hrs |
| Tue |
1-May-12
|
Hvar, 7.00 - 15.00
hrs.
Trogir, arrival 21.00 hrs |
| Wed |
2-May-12
|
Trogir, departure 17.00
hrs |
| Thurs |
3-May-12
|
Pula, arrival 8.00 hrs |
| Fri |
4-May-12
|
Pula, departure 1.00
hrs.
Ravenna, 8.00 - 15.00 hrs. Venice, arrival 22.00 hrs. Overnight stay on board |
| Sat |
5-May-12
|
Disembarkation. |
|
|
Valletta/Malta
Your cruise aboard the COLUMBUS 2 begins in this picturesque
natural port.
Dubrovnik/Croatia
The sea of houses sparkling in the sunshine already
captivates the eye from afar and gives you an idea of why Dubrovnik is regarded as the "pearl of
the Adriatic". Behind the mighty city wall, more jewels will be revealed to you - on the guided
walk* through the picturesque historic district, you can admire gems such as the Franciscan
Monastery and the Rector's Palace. Having gained these inspiring impressions of Dubrovnik, you
reach the scenic valley of Konavle by jeep* - look forward to a truly idyllic landscape with
enchanting little towns such as Molunat as well as an olive oil mill that has been restored to its
original state.
Hvar/Croatia
An air of lavender and rosemary is carried from the island of Hvar
across the sea and provides the inspiration for numerous discoveries. For instance in the
Venetian-style town of Hvar, which invites you to stroll to the cathedral in the historic district.
A veritable "Venice en miniature" awaits you on the island tour* to the picturesque little
settlement of Vrboska. The hike with wine tasting* along the dreamy coast augurs indulgence
for all the senses.
Trogir/Croatia
The historic centre of Trogir is characterised by churches,
palaces and stately town houses. On the guided walk around the town*, you can admire
attractions such as the Cathedral of St. Lawrence dating back to the 13th century. Trogir's mighty
buildings and sunny, lively squares are only a few steps apart. Fascinating aspects of life in
antiquity will be revealed to you in Salona and Split*. Well-preserved thermal baths and the
amphitheatre provide evidence of the pleasant facets of day-to-day life in the formerly Roman
colony.
Pula/Croatia
The oldest city in Istria boasts a combination of 3,000 years of
history and an urban atmosphere. On the guided walk around the city and to the
amphitheatre*, you will encounter attractions such as the arena, in which plays and
competitions once thrilled more than 20,000 spectators. In the Brijuni National Park*, you
can enjoy the untouched beauty of Croatia's nature during a train ride.
Ravenna/Italy
Bella Italia - why not have a coffee in one of the cafés all
around Ravenna's Piazza del Popolo while getting into the mood for a stroll across the shopping
street Via Cavour? Ravenna's mosaics* date back to the 5th and 6th century and have earned
no less than eight of the city's buildings an inscription on the list of UNESCO World Cultural
Heritage Sites.
Venice/Italy
In the city of gondolas, it will be time to say "arrivederci"!
*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.
|
|
|
The COLUMBUS 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 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).
|
|
|
|
|
Each month our cruise experts select great itineraries that will be sailing within the next
6-8 months.
Check back next month to see what itineraries have been added to our 'top picks' list.
|
|
