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Singapore/Istanbul
37-night Singapore to Istanbul Cruise
February 7, 2025
Silversea Cruises: Silver Dawn
Singapore/Istanbul
Vacation Offer ID 1499831
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Cruise Inclusions

  • Spacious Ultra-Luxury Suites - over 85% with Private Verandas
  • Butler Service - All Suites
  • Complimentary Beverages Served Throughout the Ship
  • Gratuities
  • Open-Seating Dining
  • In-Suite Dining and 24-Hour Room Service
  • In-Suite Beverages
  • Free Unlimited WiFi in all suites and throughout the ship
  • Transportation into Town
  • Destination Guide
  • Suggested Shore Excursions
Destination Arrival Departure
Singapore

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Half Day Singapore City Tour – 4 hours - Singapore
<strong>Highlights:</strong>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Bumboat Ride</li>&#x0D; <li>Merlion Park</li>&#x0D; <li>Drive around the Civic District</li>&#x0D; <li>National Orchid Garden Admission</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4 hours<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning or afternoon<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Yes, if guests can walk a short<br />&#x0D; distance to board the bumboat when wheelchair must be foldable to fit into the minivan.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Pick up/ Drop off services to/from cruise port</li>&#x0D; <li>Licensed, professional English-speaking guide</li>&#x0D; <li>Transportation by deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle</li>&#x0D; <li>A Bottled Water</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <strong>Not Included: </strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Meals that are not mentioned in the above itinerary</li>&#x0D; <li>Drinks or personal expenses or entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities</li>&#x0D; <li>Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurants, etc.&nbsp;</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Good Morning, Ni Hao (Walking Tour)
<div><span><strong>Good Morning, Ni Hao (Walking Tour)&nbsp;</strong></span></div>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Destination</strong>: Singapore<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration</strong>: 04 hours<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <u><strong>Highlights:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; Our guide will pick you up at the port (Marina Bay Cruise Center or Singapore Cruise Center).<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Spend a wonderful morning as a local would visiting <strong>a wet market</strong>, enjoying a hawker breakfast and finishing off at a traditional heritage shop. Begin with a stroll through a local wet market, always an explosion of sights, sounds and smells! See where the term &ldquo;wet market&rdquo; comes from as you watch stall owners use water to wash the floors, to freshen up fruits and vegetables, and to keep fish and shellfish alive. Check out local favourites like century egg, black chicken and a wide array of spices. Continue to the Chinatown Complex, Singapore&rsquo;s largest food centre and enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Finally, stop by a traditional heritage shop where locals go for herbs, tonics and even pastries for a family tea time. End your tour on a sweet note with a sampling of local desserts.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Private transfer<br />&#x0D; &bull; Port pick-up and drop-off<br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)<br />&#x0D; &bull; Cold towels and water on sightseeing days&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included:</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Other meals where not mention in the program<br />&#x0D; &bull; Drinks/ waters on meals<br />&#x0D; &bull; Singapore visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)<br />&#x0D; &bull; Personal expenses<br />&#x0D; &bull; Travel insurance<br />&#x0D; &bull; Tips and Gratuities<br />&#x0D; &bull; Other services not listed in inclusive column<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
Full Day Singapore Tour – 8 hours - Singapore
<p><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Bumboat Ride</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Merlion Park</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Drive around the Civic District</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>National Orchid Garden Admission</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Lunch at a local restaurant</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Kampong Glam</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Arab Street</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Chinatown</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Little India</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Tekka Centre</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 hours<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>&nbsp;Yes, if guests can walk a short distance to board the bumboat when wheelchair must be foldable to fit into the minivan.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> &nbsp;Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Pick up/ Drop off services to/from cruise port</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Licensed, professional English-speaking guide</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Transportation by deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Bottled Water</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span> <strong>Not Included:</strong> </span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Meals that are not mentioned in the above itinerary</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Drinks or personal expenses or entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities.</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurants, etc.</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore - Gardens By The Bay (3.5 Hours)
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Enter one of the &quot;Top 10 Indoor Gardens of the World&quot; - a futuristic area of garden artistry and horticulture spread over 101 hectares.</li>&#x0D; <li>In the Flower Dome we can marvel at the world&#39;s largest glass greenhouse, and wander amongst baobabs, thousand-year-old olive trees, a changing flower field display and more.</li>&#x0D; <li>In the Cloud Forest we will enter a mysterious world veiled in mist, as we come face to face with the 35-metre tall indoor waterfall and explore seven discovery zones.</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; </strong>3.5 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>English-speaking guide.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Ground transportation in private A/C vehicle.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>1 complimentary bottle of drinking water and 1 cold towel per person per half day tour/ 2 bottles of water and 2 cold towels per person per full day tour.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Sightseeing including admission fees according to itinerary.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Visa fees </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Lunch</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Drinks</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore - Heartlands Tour (3.5 Hours)
<strong>Highlights:</strong>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Visit Toa Payoh New Town. This is the first town to be built by the Housing Development Board, the government arm in charge of public housing in Singapore.</li>&#x0D; <li>Explore a typical self-sufficient town complete with public vs private housing, public transport, public amenities as well as industrial and commercial areas.</li>&#x0D; <li>Visit the public recreation areas and view a typical show flat for a public housing building. Visits to a wet market and hawker centre will give us an even deeper glimpse into local life. (Showflat is not open on Sundays and public holidays)</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>3.5 Hours<br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning (</span></span><i>Suggested starting time: 09h00 or 14h00)</i><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Local English Speaking Guide</li>&#x0D; <li>Ground transportation in private A/C vehicle.</li>&#x0D; <li>2 bottles of water and 2 cold towels per person</li>&#x0D; <li>Sightseeing including admission fees according to itinerary.&nbsp;</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> </span></span><strong>Not Included:</strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Personal Expenses, Tipping</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore City Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half-day tour to Singapore City<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Botanical Gardens</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Chinatown</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bum Boat ride - 30-minute ride (share-basis)</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Merlion Park &amp; Little India</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: No<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Not Included</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel Insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any Visa</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Sentosa Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half-day tour to Singapore - Sentosa<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Sentosa Resort</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Sentosa Merlion Tower</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>SEA&nbsp;Aquarium</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D;
Singapore Night Safari Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Evening Singapore Safari Tour<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>1815 hrs&nbsp; &nbsp;Singapore Night Safari</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>2215 hrs&nbsp; Return to hotel</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Ethnic Neighbourhood Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half Day Tour to Singapore Ethnic Neighbourhood<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Kampong Glam</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bugis Village</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Trishaw ride (2 persons to 1 Trishaw)</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Singapore Foodie Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half day tour to Singapore Foodie<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Maxwell Hawker Centre or Lau Pat Sat (either one of the above venue depending availability)</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Tea Chapter</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Singapore Flyer & Gardens By The Bay (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half day tour to Singapore Flyer &amp; Gardens By The Bay<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Singapore Flyer - a 35 minutes ride (share-basis)</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gardens by the Bay (Flower Dome and Cloud Forest)</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: No<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Toa Payoh Hub Tour (4 hours)
<p>Half day tour to Singapore Toa Payoh Hub<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Toa Payoh (a first generation New Town built in the late 1960s)</li>&#x0D; <li>Coffee break in a local coffee shop</li>&#x0D; <li>Take a subway for a 5 minutes drive to Bishan (a second generation New Town, designed and built in the early 1990&#39;s)</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: No<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide</li>&#x0D; <li>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</li>&#x0D; <li>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</li>&#x0D; <li>Service voucher</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Any cruise arrangements</li>&#x0D; <li>Any meals</li>&#x0D; <li>Travel insurance</li>&#x0D; <li>Any visa&nbsp;</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Crazy Rich Asians Movie Locations Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half day tour to Crazy Rich Asians Movie Locations in Singapore<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Bukit Pasoh</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Newton Food Centre</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Chijmes</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Raffles Hotel</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
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Singapore

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Half Day Singapore City Tour – 4 hours - Singapore
<strong>Highlights:</strong>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Bumboat Ride</li>&#x0D; <li>Merlion Park</li>&#x0D; <li>Drive around the Civic District</li>&#x0D; <li>National Orchid Garden Admission</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4 hours<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning or afternoon<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Yes, if guests can walk a short<br />&#x0D; distance to board the bumboat when wheelchair must be foldable to fit into the minivan.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Pick up/ Drop off services to/from cruise port</li>&#x0D; <li>Licensed, professional English-speaking guide</li>&#x0D; <li>Transportation by deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle</li>&#x0D; <li>A Bottled Water</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <strong>Not Included: </strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Meals that are not mentioned in the above itinerary</li>&#x0D; <li>Drinks or personal expenses or entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities</li>&#x0D; <li>Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurants, etc.&nbsp;</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Good Morning, Ni Hao (Walking Tour)
<div><span><strong>Good Morning, Ni Hao (Walking Tour)&nbsp;</strong></span></div>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Destination</strong>: Singapore<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration</strong>: 04 hours<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <u><strong>Highlights:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; Our guide will pick you up at the port (Marina Bay Cruise Center or Singapore Cruise Center).<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Spend a wonderful morning as a local would visiting <strong>a wet market</strong>, enjoying a hawker breakfast and finishing off at a traditional heritage shop. Begin with a stroll through a local wet market, always an explosion of sights, sounds and smells! See where the term &ldquo;wet market&rdquo; comes from as you watch stall owners use water to wash the floors, to freshen up fruits and vegetables, and to keep fish and shellfish alive. Check out local favourites like century egg, black chicken and a wide array of spices. Continue to the Chinatown Complex, Singapore&rsquo;s largest food centre and enjoy a leisurely breakfast. Finally, stop by a traditional heritage shop where locals go for herbs, tonics and even pastries for a family tea time. End your tour on a sweet note with a sampling of local desserts.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Private transfer<br />&#x0D; &bull; Port pick-up and drop-off<br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing with Local English Speaking guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals as specified (meals only, no drinks/ waters)<br />&#x0D; &bull; Cold towels and water on sightseeing days&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included:</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Other meals where not mention in the program<br />&#x0D; &bull; Drinks/ waters on meals<br />&#x0D; &bull; Singapore visa (Please contact your cruise for the visa details)<br />&#x0D; &bull; Personal expenses<br />&#x0D; &bull; Travel insurance<br />&#x0D; &bull; Tips and Gratuities<br />&#x0D; &bull; Other services not listed in inclusive column<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
Full Day Singapore Tour – 8 hours - Singapore
<p><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Bumboat Ride</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Merlion Park</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Drive around the Civic District</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>National Orchid Garden Admission</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Lunch at a local restaurant</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Kampong Glam</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Arab Street</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Chinatown</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Little India</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Tekka Centre</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 hours<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>&nbsp;Yes, if guests can walk a short distance to board the bumboat when wheelchair must be foldable to fit into the minivan.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> &nbsp;Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Pick up/ Drop off services to/from cruise port</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Licensed, professional English-speaking guide</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Transportation by deluxe, air-conditioned vehicle</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Bottled Water</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span> <strong>Not Included:</strong> </span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Meals that are not mentioned in the above itinerary</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Drinks or personal expenses or entrance fees for any extra sightseeing or optional activities.</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Tips or gratuities to guides, drivers, porters, hotel, restaurants, etc.</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore - Gardens By The Bay (3.5 Hours)
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Enter one of the &quot;Top 10 Indoor Gardens of the World&quot; - a futuristic area of garden artistry and horticulture spread over 101 hectares.</li>&#x0D; <li>In the Flower Dome we can marvel at the world&#39;s largest glass greenhouse, and wander amongst baobabs, thousand-year-old olive trees, a changing flower field display and more.</li>&#x0D; <li>In the Cloud Forest we will enter a mysterious world veiled in mist, as we come face to face with the 35-metre tall indoor waterfall and explore seven discovery zones.</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; </strong>3.5 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Light<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>English-speaking guide.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Ground transportation in private A/C vehicle.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>1 complimentary bottle of drinking water and 1 cold towel per person per half day tour/ 2 bottles of water and 2 cold towels per person per full day tour.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Sightseeing including admission fees according to itinerary.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Visa fees </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Lunch</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Drinks</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore - Heartlands Tour (3.5 Hours)
<strong>Highlights:</strong>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Visit Toa Payoh New Town. This is the first town to be built by the Housing Development Board, the government arm in charge of public housing in Singapore.</li>&#x0D; <li>Explore a typical self-sufficient town complete with public vs private housing, public transport, public amenities as well as industrial and commercial areas.</li>&#x0D; <li>Visit the public recreation areas and view a typical show flat for a public housing building. Visits to a wet market and hawker centre will give us an even deeper glimpse into local life. (Showflat is not open on Sundays and public holidays)</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>3.5 Hours<br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning (</span></span><i>Suggested starting time: 09h00 or 14h00)</i><br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Local English Speaking Guide</li>&#x0D; <li>Ground transportation in private A/C vehicle.</li>&#x0D; <li>2 bottles of water and 2 cold towels per person</li>&#x0D; <li>Sightseeing including admission fees according to itinerary.&nbsp;</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> </span></span><strong>Not Included:</strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Personal Expenses, Tipping</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore City Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half-day tour to Singapore City<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Botanical Gardens</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Chinatown</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bum Boat ride - 30-minute ride (share-basis)</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Merlion Park &amp; Little India</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: No<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Not Included</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel Insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any Visa</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Sentosa Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half-day tour to Singapore - Sentosa<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Sentosa Resort</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Sentosa Merlion Tower</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>SEA&nbsp;Aquarium</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D;
Singapore Night Safari Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Evening Singapore Safari Tour<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>1815 hrs&nbsp; &nbsp;Singapore Night Safari</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>2215 hrs&nbsp; Return to hotel</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Ethnic Neighbourhood Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half Day Tour to Singapore Ethnic Neighbourhood<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Kampong Glam</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bugis Village</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Trishaw ride (2 persons to 1 Trishaw)</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Singapore Foodie Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half day tour to Singapore Foodie<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Maxwell Hawker Centre or Lau Pat Sat (either one of the above venue depending availability)</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Tea Chapter</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Singapore Flyer & Gardens By The Bay (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half day tour to Singapore Flyer &amp; Gardens By The Bay<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Singapore Flyer - a 35 minutes ride (share-basis)</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gardens by the Bay (Flower Dome and Cloud Forest)</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: No<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Toa Payoh Hub Tour (4 hours)
<p>Half day tour to Singapore Toa Payoh Hub<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Toa Payoh (a first generation New Town built in the late 1960s)</li>&#x0D; <li>Coffee break in a local coffee shop</li>&#x0D; <li>Take a subway for a 5 minutes drive to Bishan (a second generation New Town, designed and built in the early 1990&#39;s)</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: No<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide</li>&#x0D; <li>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</li>&#x0D; <li>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</li>&#x0D; <li>Service voucher</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p>&nbsp;<strong>Not Included:</strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Any cruise arrangements</li>&#x0D; <li>Any meals</li>&#x0D; <li>Travel insurance</li>&#x0D; <li>Any visa&nbsp;</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Singapore Crazy Rich Asians Movie Locations Tour (4 hours)
<p><span><span>Half day tour to Crazy Rich Asians Movie Locations in Singapore<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b>Highlights</b></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li>Bukit Pasoh</li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Newton Food Centre</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Chijmes</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Raffles Hotel</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Tour Duration: 4 hours<br />&#x0D; Wheelchair Accessible: Yes<br />&#x0D; Physical Activity Level: Moderate<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transportation is by private vehicle (Mercedes Benz E200) with services of a driver and an English-speaking guide </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local bottled water &amp; entrance fees during sightseeing</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuity to the guide &amp; driver</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Service voucher</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any cruise arrangements</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any meals</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Travel insurance</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Any visa&nbsp; </span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
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Phuket

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

At your Leisure in Phuket (Car & Driver Only)
<span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Enjoy a private chauffeur-driven luxury sedan with driver for &ldquo;At Your Leisure&rdquo; touring. You decide where you want to go and what you want to see.</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" font-weight:="" sans="" source=""><strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Transfers in private air-conditioned vehicle</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Professional English-speaking local guide&nbsp;</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Local bottled water</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <strong><span font-size:="" font-weight:="" sans="" source="">Exclusions:&nbsp;</span></strong><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers</span>
Stories of Phuket Old Town - 4 hours
Meet your professional local guide to begin your private experience of Phuket. Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. The town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a&nbsp;melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Visit Chin Pracha, one of the oldest houses on the island built in 1904. Iconic films such as &ldquo;Indiana Jones,&rdquo;&nbsp; &ldquo;Heaven &amp; Earth&rdquo; and many others, were filmed in this house.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Continue driving to a viewpoint at the top of Rang Hill, which offers scenic views over Phuket Town. Then head to Wat Chalong, one of the island&rsquo;s most famous temples. Learn a bit about Buddhist beliefs and customs and hear the interesting story of the gilt statues of the monk-hero Luang Pho Chaem and his aid Luang Pho Chuang. After exploring the temple, return to the ship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration: </strong>4 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Phuket Old Town and Scenery - 8 hours
Meet your professional local guide to begin your private experience of Phuket. Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. The town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Visit Chin Pracha, one of the oldest houses on the island built in 1904. Iconic films such as &ldquo;Indiana Jones,&rdquo;&nbsp; &ldquo;Heaven &amp; Earth&rdquo; and many others, were filmed in this house.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Continue to Saphan Hin, a recreational park that houses a&nbsp;tin mining monument&nbsp;dedicated to&nbsp;Australian&nbsp;Captain Edward Thomas Miles, the man who brought the first dredge to Phuket in 1909. Then visit the Chinese shrine in the park to discover a traditional place of worship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Then head to Wat Chalong, one of the island&rsquo;s most famous temples. Learn a bit about Buddhist beliefs and customs and hear the interesting story of the gilt statues of the monk-hero Luang Pho Chaem and his aid Luang Pho Chuang.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Finally, make a stop at Laem Phromthep, a stunning coastal viewpiont that offers breathtaking views of the Andaman Sea. Transfer back to the ship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration: </strong>8 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Life of Old Phuket - 4 hours
Meet your professional local guide to begin your private experience of Phuket. Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. The town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Walk along the old streets of town and feel&nbsp;the charm of lives lived a century ago&nbsp;around Thalang, Dibuk and Krabi roads. Visit Thai Hau Museum to learn more about the history of the island.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Continue to a Chinese shrine set in a peaceful spot along Phang Nga Road. Despite being in the center of town, the shrine remains unaffected by the hustle and bustle. Then drive to a viewpoint at the top of Rang Hill to admire scenic views over Phuket Town before returning to the ship.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration:</strong> 4 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Phuket Rubber Plantation, Gibbons and Old Town - 8 hours
Meet your professional local guide to explore some of the beautiful natural scenery and cultural highlights&nbsp;of Phuket. Visit a rubber plantation to learn&nbsp;about the arduous work of collecting sap and transforming it into sheets of rubber. Then continue&nbsp;to Bang Pae waterfall to admire the tropical greenery and observe the wildlife at the nearby Gibbon Rehabilitation Project.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. T</span></span></span></span><span>he town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a</span><span>&nbsp;melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You may stop for lunch on your own account at Blue Elephant restaurant, serving traditional Thai cuisine. After lunch, stop by to see the Big Buddha temple and enjoy the scenic views before returning to the ship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Optional Costs:</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull;&nbsp;Lunch at Blue Elephant including two units of drinks (water, juice, soft drink)<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration: </strong>8 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Phuket Port
<span>Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.</span><br />&#x0D; <span>Limited area: Phuket</span><br />&#x0D; <span>Duration:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Within 4 hours OR within 8 hours</span><br />&#x0D; <strong><span>Meals:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; None</span><br />&#x0D; <u><span>TOUR INCLUSIONS</span></u></strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Non-inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Cold towels and water on car</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Dock permit</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Tips &amp; gratuities</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</td>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Thailand visa (US/ CA Passport holders do not need visa to Thailand)</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Accommodation with daily breakfast</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Entrance fees</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All meals</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All flights</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Personal expenses</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Travel insurance</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Other services not listed in inclusive column</span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
Phuket Town Sightseeing
<span>Disembark the ship and meet your guide. Depart on a drive along the Phuket coastline past <strong>Karon Beach and Kata Beach </strong>to a viewpoint where you can see Phuket&rsquo;s three most beautiful beaches. Continue to <strong>Promthep Cape </strong>at the southernmost point of Phuket for its best viewpoint of the coastline. Drive by <strong>Rawai Beach </strong>and visit <strong>Wat Chalong</strong>, Phuket&rsquo;s largest and most revered temple, built at the beginning of the 19<sup>th</sup> century. Continue on to Nakkerd Hill to see one of the island&rsquo;s iconic landmarks, the 45m (147ft) tall <strong>Big Buddha</strong>, impressively layered with beautiful Burmese white jade marble. After enjoying a tasty <strong>Thai set lunch</strong> at a local restaurant by the sea (non-alcoholic drink included), stop at a <strong>cashew factory</strong> to see how the nuts are grown and processed. Drive back to Old Phuket to see the charming <strong>Sino-Portuguese shophouses</strong> on <strong>Thalang </strong>and <strong>Debuk Roads, </strong>reflecting the architecture of people who came to Phuket centuries ago for its tin mining industry. Finally, visit <strong>Sapanhin, </strong>a beautiful public park by the sea popular with local families on weekends. Stop by the nearby Chinese shrine before returning to the port and your ship.<br />&#x0D; NOTES:</span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Suggested departure time: 11:00.</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Tour duration: 07 hours.</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Timing may be changed without prior notice, depending on local conditions such as weather, traffic and / or other conditions.</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <strong><span>Meals:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; None</span><br />&#x0D; <u><span>TOUR INCLUSIONS</span></u></strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Non-inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Cold towels and water on car</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Dock permit</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Tips &amp; gratuities</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</td>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Thailand visa (US/ CA Passport holders do not need visa to Thailand)</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Accommodation with daily breakfast</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Entrance fees</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All meals</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All flights</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Personal expenses</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Travel insurance</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Other services not listed in inclusive column</span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
02/10/2025 02/10/2025
Phuket

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

At your Leisure in Phuket (Car & Driver Only)
<span font-size:="" sans="" source="">Enjoy a private chauffeur-driven luxury sedan with driver for &ldquo;At Your Leisure&rdquo; touring. You decide where you want to go and what you want to see.</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" font-weight:="" sans="" source=""><strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong></span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Transfers in private air-conditioned vehicle</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Professional English-speaking local guide&nbsp;</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Local bottled water</span><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <strong><span font-size:="" font-weight:="" sans="" source="">Exclusions:&nbsp;</span></strong><br font-size:="" sans="" source="" />&#x0D; <span font-size:="" sans="" source="">&bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers</span>
Stories of Phuket Old Town - 4 hours
Meet your professional local guide to begin your private experience of Phuket. Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. The town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a&nbsp;melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Visit Chin Pracha, one of the oldest houses on the island built in 1904. Iconic films such as &ldquo;Indiana Jones,&rdquo;&nbsp; &ldquo;Heaven &amp; Earth&rdquo; and many others, were filmed in this house.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Continue driving to a viewpoint at the top of Rang Hill, which offers scenic views over Phuket Town. Then head to Wat Chalong, one of the island&rsquo;s most famous temples. Learn a bit about Buddhist beliefs and customs and hear the interesting story of the gilt statues of the monk-hero Luang Pho Chaem and his aid Luang Pho Chuang. After exploring the temple, return to the ship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration: </strong>4 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Phuket Old Town and Scenery - 8 hours
Meet your professional local guide to begin your private experience of Phuket. Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. The town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Visit Chin Pracha, one of the oldest houses on the island built in 1904. Iconic films such as &ldquo;Indiana Jones,&rdquo;&nbsp; &ldquo;Heaven &amp; Earth&rdquo; and many others, were filmed in this house.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Continue to Saphan Hin, a recreational park that houses a&nbsp;tin mining monument&nbsp;dedicated to&nbsp;Australian&nbsp;Captain Edward Thomas Miles, the man who brought the first dredge to Phuket in 1909. Then visit the Chinese shrine in the park to discover a traditional place of worship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Then head to Wat Chalong, one of the island&rsquo;s most famous temples. Learn a bit about Buddhist beliefs and customs and hear the interesting story of the gilt statues of the monk-hero Luang Pho Chaem and his aid Luang Pho Chuang.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Finally, make a stop at Laem Phromthep, a stunning coastal viewpiont that offers breathtaking views of the Andaman Sea. Transfer back to the ship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration: </strong>8 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Life of Old Phuket - 4 hours
Meet your professional local guide to begin your private experience of Phuket. Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. The town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Walk along the old streets of town and feel&nbsp;the charm of lives lived a century ago&nbsp;around Thalang, Dibuk and Krabi roads. Visit Thai Hau Museum to learn more about the history of the island.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Continue to a Chinese shrine set in a peaceful spot along Phang Nga Road. Despite being in the center of town, the shrine remains unaffected by the hustle and bustle. Then drive to a viewpoint at the top of Rang Hill to admire scenic views over Phuket Town before returning to the ship.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration:</strong> 4 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Phuket Rubber Plantation, Gibbons and Old Town - 8 hours
Meet your professional local guide to explore some of the beautiful natural scenery and cultural highlights&nbsp;of Phuket. Visit a rubber plantation to learn&nbsp;about the arduous work of collecting sap and transforming it into sheets of rubber. Then continue&nbsp;to Bang Pae waterfall to admire the tropical greenery and observe the wildlife at the nearby Gibbon Rehabilitation Project.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span><span><span>Explore the old town, which prospered during the 16th to 18th centuries due to a booming tin-mining industry. T</span></span></span></span><span>he town features beautifully preserved Sino-Portuguese architecture and is a</span><span>&nbsp;melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Portuguese influences.&nbsp;</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You may stop for lunch on your own account at Blue Elephant restaurant, serving traditional Thai cuisine. After lunch, stop by to see the Big Buddha temple and enjoy the scenic views before returning to the ship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Optional Costs:</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull;&nbsp;Lunch at Blue Elephant including two units of drinks (water, juice, soft drink)<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Sightseeing and transfers in a private air-conditioned vehicle<br />&#x0D; &bull; Professional English-speaking local guide<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees for listed sites<br />&#x0D; &bull; Local bottled water<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Exclusions:&nbsp;</strong><br />&#x0D; &bull; Expenses of a personal nature such as gratuities to guides and drivers<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals and beverages<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Duration: </strong>8 hours&nbsp; &nbsp;
Phuket Port
<span>Meet with guide at the ship docking and transfer to town. Car and guide is at disposal.</span><br />&#x0D; <span>Limited area: Phuket</span><br />&#x0D; <span>Duration:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Within 4 hours OR within 8 hours</span><br />&#x0D; <strong><span>Meals:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; None</span><br />&#x0D; <u><span>TOUR INCLUSIONS</span></u></strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Non-inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Cold towels and water on car</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Dock permit</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Tips &amp; gratuities</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</td>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Thailand visa (US/ CA Passport holders do not need visa to Thailand)</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Accommodation with daily breakfast</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Entrance fees</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All meals</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All flights</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Personal expenses</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Travel insurance</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Other services not listed in inclusive column</span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
Phuket Town Sightseeing
<span>Disembark the ship and meet your guide. Depart on a drive along the Phuket coastline past <strong>Karon Beach and Kata Beach </strong>to a viewpoint where you can see Phuket&rsquo;s three most beautiful beaches. Continue to <strong>Promthep Cape </strong>at the southernmost point of Phuket for its best viewpoint of the coastline. Drive by <strong>Rawai Beach </strong>and visit <strong>Wat Chalong</strong>, Phuket&rsquo;s largest and most revered temple, built at the beginning of the 19<sup>th</sup> century. Continue on to Nakkerd Hill to see one of the island&rsquo;s iconic landmarks, the 45m (147ft) tall <strong>Big Buddha</strong>, impressively layered with beautiful Burmese white jade marble. After enjoying a tasty <strong>Thai set lunch</strong> at a local restaurant by the sea (non-alcoholic drink included), stop at a <strong>cashew factory</strong> to see how the nuts are grown and processed. Drive back to Old Phuket to see the charming <strong>Sino-Portuguese shophouses</strong> on <strong>Thalang </strong>and <strong>Debuk Roads, </strong>reflecting the architecture of people who came to Phuket centuries ago for its tin mining industry. Finally, visit <strong>Sapanhin, </strong>a beautiful public park by the sea popular with local families on weekends. Stop by the nearby Chinese shrine before returning to the port and your ship.<br />&#x0D; NOTES:</span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span>Suggested departure time: 11:00.</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Tour duration: 07 hours.</span></li>&#x0D; <li><span>Timing may be changed without prior notice, depending on local conditions such as weather, traffic and / or other conditions.</span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <strong><span>Meals:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; None</span><br />&#x0D; <u><span>TOUR INCLUSIONS</span></u></strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span>Non-inclusive of:</span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Private transfers and transportation with Local English speaking guide</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Cold towels and water on car</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Dock permit</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Tips &amp; gratuities</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</td>&#x0D; <td><span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Thailand visa (US/ CA Passport holders do not need visa to Thailand)</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Accommodation with daily breakfast</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Entrance fees</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All meals</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>All flights</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Personal expenses</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Travel insurance</span><br />&#x0D; <span>&middot;&nbsp;&nbsp; </span><span>Other services not listed in inclusive column</span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
02/11/2025 02/11/2025
At Sea
02/12/2025 02/12/2025
At Sea
02/13/2025 02/13/2025
Chennai
02/14/2025 02/14/2025
Chennai
02/15/2025 02/15/2025
Trincomalee
02/16/2025 02/16/2025
Trincomalee
02/17/2025 02/17/2025
At Sea
02/18/2025 02/18/2025
Colombo
02/19/2025 02/19/2025
At Sea
02/20/2025 02/20/2025
Kochi (Cochin)

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Cochin: Highlights - 7.5 hours
<div>&#x0D; <p><span><span><b>9AM- 10:30AM&nbsp;</b><br />&#x0D; Disembark the ship drive for 45 minutes to Tripunithura and visit the <strong>Hill</strong><strong> Palace</strong> which was the official residence of the Cochin Royal family built in 1865. The palace complex consists of 49 buildings in the traditional architectural style of Kerala and in surrounded by 52 acres of terraced land with a deer park. A fully fledged ethno-archaeological museum and Kerala&#39;s first ever heritage Museum are the main attractions. Displayed inside are 19<sup>th</sup> century paintings, murals sculptures in stone and plaster of Paris, manuscripts, inscriptions and coins belonging to the royal family.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Cooking demonstration and lunch can be arranged at a local home ( on direct payment basis)</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><b>2PM- 4PM</b><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>In the afternoon, before returning to the ship which is towards the Silk Route trading post of Fort Cochin, these days a `Heritage Zone&rsquo;. Beginning with the Chinese and Arabs in the 13<sup>th</sup> century, the Portuguese arrived in 1500 A.D. followed by the domination of the Dutch and British. See St. Francis Church originally built in 1510 and the first to reflect European influenced tradition. Portuguese hero Vasco Da Gama died on the site and was buried in the cemetery.&nbsp;</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>At Matancherry, there&rsquo;s the Dutch Palace built in 1557 by the Portuguese as a gift for the Maharaja of Cochin in exchange for trading rights. The Palace houses royal costumes, palanquins, furniture and weapons but its striking feature is a series of murals painted on wooden walls. Later, stop by the Pardesi synagogue, at the heart of what is locally called Jew town. <strong><em>(Closed for a visit on Fridays and Saturday)</em></strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><b>4PM - 4:30PM</b>&nbsp; &nbsp;Thereafter return to the pier.&nbsp;</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Added Value:&nbsp;</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Great introduction to Cochin city.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; The Tour covers the main highlights of the city i.e Depart the Fort Cochin, St. Francis Church, Chinese Fishing Nets, Mattancherry, the Dutch Palace and later Jew Street (or Spice Street) in Jew Town. &nbsp; &nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>- Tour Duration: 7 hours</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span>- Tour can operate : Morning</span><br />&#x0D; <span>- Physical activity level : Moderate</span><br />&#x0D; <span>- Wheelchair Accessible : No</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Closing dates : Fridays - Dutch Palace in Mattancherry&nbsp; and Fridays &amp; Saturdays &ndash; Jewish&nbsp; Synagogue.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>- Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; - Services of a local English speaking guide.<br />&#x0D; - All the entrance fees and camera fees.<br />&#x0D; - Credit card and bank charges.<br />&#x0D; - All the prevailing taxes. &nbsp;</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
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Mumbai

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Mumbai: 9 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><em>With a population exceeding 18 million, this one time group of low lying mud flats is now India&rsquo;s economic power base and her most industrialized city, bustling with activity of incredible diversity and complexity, her color and elegance, her wealth corresponding with her historic struggle against poverty. Certain affluent areas give <strong>Bombay</strong> an air of mini&ndash;Manhattan!</em></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><b>8:30am - 9:30am: &nbsp;</b></span><br />&#x0D; <span>Depart&nbsp;&nbsp; the&nbsp;&nbsp; pier for the famous Gateway of India en route to Banganga. This Indo-Saracenic archway was built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary, and is the city&#39;s most famous landmark.</span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>We then proceed to Banganga via Art Deco Marine Drive also called the Queens Necklace at night due to its curve shape around the bay.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><b>9:30am - 10:30am</b><br />&#x0D; Walk around <strong>Banganga</strong>, the sacred tank surrounded by four hundred-year-old temples and modern skyscrapers. Nowhere are Bombay&rsquo;s paradoxes more evident than at Banganga. Part of an ancient temple complex, the water in this tank is believed to come from the Holy Ganges. It sprung forth when Rama, the exiled hero of the epic Ramayana stopped at the spot five thousand years ago, in search of his kidnapped wife Sita. Overcome with fatigue and thirst, he asked his brother Laxman to bring him some water. Laxman instantly shot an arrow into the ground, and water gushed forth from the Ganga, over a thousand miles away. Although the story is the stuff of legend, the tank has always been sacred. On pious occasions, thousands turn up to take a ritual dip in its mossy waters, and offer flowers at the ancient Banganga Temples.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><b>10:30am - 10:50am</b><br />&#x0D; Drive to Dhobi Ghat.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><b>10:50 - 11:15</b><br />&#x0D; Visit the `Dhobi Ghat&rsquo;, the city&rsquo;s open-air laundry! where &ldquo;Dhobis&rsquo; (washermen) attend to an astounding quantity of washing daily. Clothes, linen, towels&hellip; are washed in small open air cubicles rented out each day. An itemized account is logged in a notebook and clothes collected from households are returned a week later. Through the apparent chaos incredibly nothing gets lost from a countless number of pieces and most clothes somehow survive the beating they receive on the washing stones.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>11:15pm - 11:45pm</strong>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Drive to Churchgate Railway Station.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>11:45am - 12:15pm</strong><br />&#x0D; We stop at the Churchgate Railway Station to see the `<strong>Dabbawallahs</strong>&rsquo;, members of the Bombay Union of Tiffin Box Carriers, described by Prince Charles as the symbol of this enigmatic and intriguing city.&nbsp; Each morning, the 2500 dabbawallahs call on suburban housewives who pack a freshly cooked lunch into small circular aluminum or stainless steel containers - `dabbas&rsquo;.&nbsp; Typically the dabbawallahs collect 30-40 boxes, range them out on a long pole and cycle to the nearest station. Here he hands them over to a fellow dabbawallah who then transports them into the city for delivery to the consumer.&nbsp; Over 100,000 lunches of maybe sabze (vegetable curry), chapattis (Indian bread), dal (lentils) and pickle, make their way daily across town to the breadwinner and back again. The service which costs a few rupees a week, is a good example of the fine division of labor in India, reliable and efficient for the dabbawallahs pride themselves on never losing a lunch.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>12:15pm - 12:30pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Drive to `Khyber&rsquo; restaurant for lunch which specializes in the Northwest frontier cuisine.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>12:30pm - 2:00pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Lunch<strong> (on own)</strong></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>2:00pm - 2:30pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Drive to Mani Bhawan passing through the teeming commercial areas, Crawford Market and many handsome buildings of Victorian Bombay, including the University and Victoria Terminus.&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>2:30pm - 3:15pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Visit the Gandhi Museum. Located on leafy Laburnum Road, a quiet lane named after its shady trees, <strong>Mani Bhavan</strong> is the old Mumbai residence of Mahatma Gandhi. It&#39;s a pretty, two-storied structure that now houses a reference library with over 2000 books, a photo exhibition of the Mahatma&#39;s life, and well preserved memorabilia, including an old charkha or spinning wheel that Gandhiji used to use.&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>3:15pm - 4:45pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Before returning&nbsp; to the&nbsp; pier, we spend some time where it all began, where the &nbsp;tide of &nbsp;human life rolls down the center of the street, unruffled by vehicles from all quarters ploughing their way through it. No visit to Bombay is complete without a foray into the bazaars of <strong>Bhuleshwar.</strong>&nbsp; The city&rsquo;s densest concentration of lifestyle and retail jewelry stores is a crush of shop fronts, street stalls, hawkers and handicrafts and a seething mass of people. It may look like absolute chaos but the areas are closely knit, and cohesively built around the traditional residential complex, temples, flower markets, community halls, cow shelter and bazaars. Within a few square kilometers there are a dozen bazaars and more commodities for sale than you will see probably anywhere else in a lifetime.</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&nbsp; </span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>4: 45 &nbsp;- &nbsp;5:30</strong><br />&#x0D; Drive back to the ship.</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Added Value:</strong></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- &nbsp; &nbsp; A good overview of the unique aspects of this unique city. </span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span>- Tour Duration: 8 &ndash; 9 hours</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- Tour can operate : Morning</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- Physical activity level : Moderate</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- Wheelchair Accessible : No</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Inclusions:</strong><br />&#x0D; - Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; - Services of a local English speaking guide.<br />&#x0D; - All the entrance fees and camera fees.<br />&#x0D; - Credit card and bank charges.<br />&#x0D; - All the prevailing taxes. &nbsp;</span></span></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
FULL DAY MARVELS OF MUMBAI
<span><span>Proceed to <strong>Gateway of India</strong>, the city&rsquo;s most famous landmark &ndash;an Indo-Saracenic archway built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. It was originally conceived as an entry point for passengers arriving on P&amp;O steamers from England; today it is remembered more often as the place from which the British staged their final departure. You will make a stop here for photographs.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>See the highlights of the city from the comfort of your minivan as you set off for a tour of Mumbai city. Your tour begins with the Gateway of India (PLEASE STOP FOR A WHILE SO THE GUEST CAN TAKE PHOTO), the city&#39;s most famous landmark - an Indo-Saracenic archway built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. It was originally conceived as an entry point for passengers arriving on P&amp;O steamers from England; today it is remembered more often as the place from which the British staged their final departure.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Continue through Marine Drive, Mumbai&#39;s seaside promenade, an eight-lane highway with a wide pavement. Its graceful curve sweeps from the skyscrapers at Nariman Point to the foot of Malabar Hill. This hill is Mumbai&#39;s ritziest neighborhood. Popular since the 18th century because of its forested slopes, fresh sea breezes and panoramic views, merchants and colonial governors built many mansions and bungalows on its hillsides.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Your drive includes a look at a most remarkable railway station. Inspired by St. Pancras Station in London, the Victoria Terminus was built during Queen Victoria&#39;s Golden Jubilee year. It is an extraordinary conglomeration of domes, spires, Corinthian columns and minarets in a style that was described by journalist James Cameron as &quot;Victorian-Gothic-Saracenic-Italianate-Oriental-St.&nbsp; Pancras-Baroque&quot;. The first train in India left from this station in April 1853; today half a million commuters use the station every day. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Depart to <strong>Church Gate Station</strong> and spend some time watching the <strong>dabba-wallahs</strong>, the members of the Mumbai Tiffin Box Suppliers Association. Every day 4,000 of them deliver fresh, home-cooked food from 100,000 suburban kitchens to offices in the downtown area. Each lunch is prepared by a loving wife or mother, and packed into a set of stackable aluminum boxes. The meals are carried to their hungry recipients dangling from shoulder-poles and bicycle handlebars, and stacked on decorated handcarts. Tins are rarely, if ever, lost, and always find their way home again to be washed up for the next day&rsquo;s lunch.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Even if you are not possessed of an interest in other people&rsquo;s dirty laundry, you&rsquo;ll be fascinated by the <strong>dhobi ghats</strong>, your next stop. Each morning washing from all over Mumbai is brought here to be soaped, soaked, boiled, beaten, and thrashed. The next day, after being aired, pressed, folded and wrapped, the bundles are returned from whence they came. The secret that keeps the operation running smoothly is the coded symbol that each dhobi-wallah places on every item. Invisible to the untrained eye, this mark ensures that nothing will be lost. Stop here for photos that you&rsquo;ll never be able to duplicate anywhere else.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span>Proceed for Taj Mahal Hotel for Lunch on direct payment basis. </span></span></strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>You will continue to The <strong>Prince of Wales Museum</strong>, crowned by a white Mughal-style dome, the finest work done by architect George Wittet, who also designed the Gateway of India. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Return to pier. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>TIMING</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>DISTANCE &amp; TERRAIN</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>09h30 &ndash; 11h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Orientation tour of Mumbai, Gateway of India, Malabar Hill and VT Station.&nbsp; </span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="9"><span><span>This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h00 &ndash; 11h20</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Proceed to Churchgate station</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h20 &ndash; 11h40</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Watch the Dabba-wallas at Churchgate</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>10 meters / even</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h40 &ndash; 12h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Drive to Dhobi Ghat</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>12h15 &ndash; 12h45</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Visit &nbsp;Dhobi Ghat</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>100 meters / Flat / 5 steps</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>12h45 &ndash; 13h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Drive to Taj Mahal Hotel for lunch on direct payment basis</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>13h15 &ndash; 14h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Lunch at Taj Mahal Hotel</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>150 meters / Flat / 4 steps</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>14h15 &ndash; 15h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Drive to Prince of wales Museum and visit</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>15h30 &ndash; 16h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Return to pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>50 meters / Uneven</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
HALF DAY MUSEUM AND GALLERIES OF MUMBAI
<span><span>Explore the history, art and people of Mumbai and India during this informative half-day visit to the area&#39;s finest museums and galleries.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Depart from pier for the drive to Mani Bhawan, Gandhi&#39;s Bombay residence between 1917 and 1934. Mani Bhawan is now a permanent museum and memorial to the Mahatma. It contains a research library of more than 20,000 volumes, and a series of tiny dioramas depicting his life story in an interesting fashion. The walls are covered with photos of historic events and noteworthy people.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Next, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, easily recognized by its unique white Mughal-style dome. The museum is the finest work by architect George Wittet, who also designed the Gateway of India. It houses interesting displays of jade work, antique weapons, Indian paintings, illustrated manuscripts, exquisite miniatures, and clay and terracotta figures from the 3rd century B.C. Adjacent to Prince of Wales Museum, you will find the Jehangir Art Gallery. Mumbai&#39;s best-known venue for contemporary art, Jehangir is home to five small galleries displaying changing exhibits of 20<sup>th</sup> century arts and crafts from around the world.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Return to pier.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>TIMING</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>DISTANCE / TERRAIN</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h00 &ndash; 00h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Pier to Mani Bhawan</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="7"><span><span>This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h30 &ndash; 01h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Mani Bhawan</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>20 steps/ Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h00 &ndash; 01h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Prince of Wales Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h30 &ndash; 02h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Prince of Wales Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>50 steps/flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>02h30 &ndash; 02h35</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Walk down to adjacent Jahangir Art Gallery</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>02h35 &ndash; 03h20</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Jahangir Art Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>15 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h20 &ndash; 04h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Back to pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D;
FULL DAY THE CAVES OF ELEPHANTA
<span><span>More than a thousand years ago, Hindu craftsmen carved columns and sculptures out of a series of caves located on an island off the shores of Mumbai, creating a temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Portuguese named the island Elephanta, after the large statue of an elephant they found near the spot where they docked their ships. Come and discover the unique beauty and intriguing tales of these temple caves with today&rsquo;s memorable excursion.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Travel by minivan vehicle to the Gateway of India, the city&rsquo;s most recognized landmark. Built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary, the archway was originally conceived as an entry point for people arriving on steamers from England. Today, the gateway serves as a launching point for your own exploration of the Elephanta Temple.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Boarding a motor boat, enjoy the approximately one hour and thirty minutes cruise to the Elephanta landing. From the jetty </span></span><span><span>you have the option of either taking the mini train or walking approximately 15 minutes to the base</span></span><span><span> of the long stairway which leads to the top of the hill, where the caves are located. As you enter, you will see a magnificent sculpture of Shiva as Nataraj, showing an enraptured expression as he removes the veil of ignorance. The most outstanding sculpture is a bust of Trimurti&mdash;the three-faced Shiva representing the Hindu trinity, Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer. In other panels, Shiva is depicted in service to humanity as he brings the River Ganges to Earth, and at his most fearsome as he crushes the demon of Andhaka. Later, board the motor boat for return cruise to the Gateway.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Re-board your vehicle for the transfer back to your ship.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>TIMING</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>DISTANCE &amp; TERRAIN</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>00h00 - 00h15</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Depart from the pier by minivan to the Gateway of India</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="5"><span><span>This tour is NOT suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>00h15 - 01h45</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Board the motor boat and cruise to Elephanta Island</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>01h45 - 03h45</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Elephanta Island</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>1.5km / Uneven, cobblestones / 125 long steps each way </span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>03h45 - 05h15</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Board your motor boat and return to Mumbai</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>05h15 &ndash; 05h30</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Return to the pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D;
FULL DAY THE VICTORIAN PAST
<span><span>Experience the highlights of this fascinating city, with its Western monuments and Eastern sensibilities.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Begin your tour with photo stop at the Gateway of India, the city&rsquo;s most famous landmark an Indo-Saracenic archway built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Next visit, The Church of St John the Evangelist better known as Afghan Church in South Mumbai, built by the British to commemorate the dead of the disastrous First Afghan War of 1838. The church is located in Navy Nagar in the Colaba area of Mumbai. Besides British soldiers it also commemorates different Indian regiments, such as the Bombay Army, the Madras Army, and Ranjit Singh&#39;s army from Lahore. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Drive along Marine Drive-Mumbai&rsquo;s seaside promenade, an eight-lane highway with a wide pavement. Its graceful curve sweeps from the skyscrapers at Nariman Point to the foot of Malabar Hill, Mumbai&rsquo;s ritziest neighborhood. At the top of hill are the Hanging Gardens, laid out in 1881. Here, an assortment of hedges, trimmed into animal shapes. The gardens also offer a superb view of the bustling city centre in the distance.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; You then proceed to Bhau Daji Lad Museum (formerly the Victoria and Albert Museum) one of the oldest museums in Mumbai. It was established in 1855 as a treasure house of the decorative and industrial arts. The museum houses a large number of archaeological finds, maps and historical photographs of Mumbai.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>You then visit, Crawford Market - one of South Mumbai&#39;s most famous markets. It is named after Arthur Crawford, the first Municipal Commissioner of the city. The market is situated near to Victoria Terminus railway station. The market houses a wholesale fruit, vegetable and poultry market. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Finally, visit and savor a relaxing lunch while exploring the historic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, which dates back to the 1500s before returning back to the ship.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table align="center" border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>TIMING</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>DISTANCE / TERRAIN</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h00 &ndash; 00h10</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave from pier to Gateway of India</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="13"><span><span>This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h10 &ndash; 00h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive at Gateway of India (photo stop only)</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>10 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h15 &ndash; 00h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Afghan Church</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h30 &ndash; 01h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Afghan Church</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>4 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h00 &ndash; 01h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Hanging Gardens</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h30 &ndash; 02h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Hanging Gardens</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>2 steps/ Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>02h00 &ndash; 02h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Victoria &amp; Albert Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h15 &ndash; 12h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Victoria &amp; Albert Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>5 steps/ Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h00 &ndash; 03h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Crawford market</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h15 &ndash; 03h45</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit market</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h45 &ndash; 03h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for hotel Taj Mahal</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>10 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>04h15 &ndash; 05h45</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive at hotel and proceed for lunch <strong>(On Direct Payment</strong>)</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>05h45 &ndash; 06h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Back to pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
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Mumbai

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Mumbai: 9 hours
<div>&#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><em>With a population exceeding 18 million, this one time group of low lying mud flats is now India&rsquo;s economic power base and her most industrialized city, bustling with activity of incredible diversity and complexity, her color and elegance, her wealth corresponding with her historic struggle against poverty. Certain affluent areas give <strong>Bombay</strong> an air of mini&ndash;Manhattan!</em></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><b>8:30am - 9:30am: &nbsp;</b></span><br />&#x0D; <span>Depart&nbsp;&nbsp; the&nbsp;&nbsp; pier for the famous Gateway of India en route to Banganga. This Indo-Saracenic archway was built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary, and is the city&#39;s most famous landmark.</span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>We then proceed to Banganga via Art Deco Marine Drive also called the Queens Necklace at night due to its curve shape around the bay.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><b>9:30am - 10:30am</b><br />&#x0D; Walk around <strong>Banganga</strong>, the sacred tank surrounded by four hundred-year-old temples and modern skyscrapers. Nowhere are Bombay&rsquo;s paradoxes more evident than at Banganga. Part of an ancient temple complex, the water in this tank is believed to come from the Holy Ganges. It sprung forth when Rama, the exiled hero of the epic Ramayana stopped at the spot five thousand years ago, in search of his kidnapped wife Sita. Overcome with fatigue and thirst, he asked his brother Laxman to bring him some water. Laxman instantly shot an arrow into the ground, and water gushed forth from the Ganga, over a thousand miles away. Although the story is the stuff of legend, the tank has always been sacred. On pious occasions, thousands turn up to take a ritual dip in its mossy waters, and offer flowers at the ancient Banganga Temples.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><b>10:30am - 10:50am</b><br />&#x0D; Drive to Dhobi Ghat.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><b>10:50 - 11:15</b><br />&#x0D; Visit the `Dhobi Ghat&rsquo;, the city&rsquo;s open-air laundry! where &ldquo;Dhobis&rsquo; (washermen) attend to an astounding quantity of washing daily. Clothes, linen, towels&hellip; are washed in small open air cubicles rented out each day. An itemized account is logged in a notebook and clothes collected from households are returned a week later. Through the apparent chaos incredibly nothing gets lost from a countless number of pieces and most clothes somehow survive the beating they receive on the washing stones.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>11:15pm - 11:45pm</strong>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Drive to Churchgate Railway Station.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>11:45am - 12:15pm</strong><br />&#x0D; We stop at the Churchgate Railway Station to see the `<strong>Dabbawallahs</strong>&rsquo;, members of the Bombay Union of Tiffin Box Carriers, described by Prince Charles as the symbol of this enigmatic and intriguing city.&nbsp; Each morning, the 2500 dabbawallahs call on suburban housewives who pack a freshly cooked lunch into small circular aluminum or stainless steel containers - `dabbas&rsquo;.&nbsp; Typically the dabbawallahs collect 30-40 boxes, range them out on a long pole and cycle to the nearest station. Here he hands them over to a fellow dabbawallah who then transports them into the city for delivery to the consumer.&nbsp; Over 100,000 lunches of maybe sabze (vegetable curry), chapattis (Indian bread), dal (lentils) and pickle, make their way daily across town to the breadwinner and back again. The service which costs a few rupees a week, is a good example of the fine division of labor in India, reliable and efficient for the dabbawallahs pride themselves on never losing a lunch.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>12:15pm - 12:30pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Drive to `Khyber&rsquo; restaurant for lunch which specializes in the Northwest frontier cuisine.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>12:30pm - 2:00pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Lunch<strong> (on own)</strong></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>2:00pm - 2:30pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Drive to Mani Bhawan passing through the teeming commercial areas, Crawford Market and many handsome buildings of Victorian Bombay, including the University and Victoria Terminus.&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>2:30pm - 3:15pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Visit the Gandhi Museum. Located on leafy Laburnum Road, a quiet lane named after its shady trees, <strong>Mani Bhavan</strong> is the old Mumbai residence of Mahatma Gandhi. It&#39;s a pretty, two-storied structure that now houses a reference library with over 2000 books, a photo exhibition of the Mahatma&#39;s life, and well preserved memorabilia, including an old charkha or spinning wheel that Gandhiji used to use.&nbsp;</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>3:15pm - 4:45pm</strong><br />&#x0D; Before returning&nbsp; to the&nbsp; pier, we spend some time where it all began, where the &nbsp;tide of &nbsp;human life rolls down the center of the street, unruffled by vehicles from all quarters ploughing their way through it. No visit to Bombay is complete without a foray into the bazaars of <strong>Bhuleshwar.</strong>&nbsp; The city&rsquo;s densest concentration of lifestyle and retail jewelry stores is a crush of shop fronts, street stalls, hawkers and handicrafts and a seething mass of people. It may look like absolute chaos but the areas are closely knit, and cohesively built around the traditional residential complex, temples, flower markets, community halls, cow shelter and bazaars. Within a few square kilometers there are a dozen bazaars and more commodities for sale than you will see probably anywhere else in a lifetime.</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&nbsp; </span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong>4: 45 &nbsp;- &nbsp;5:30</strong><br />&#x0D; Drive back to the ship.</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Added Value:</strong></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- &nbsp; &nbsp; A good overview of the unique aspects of this unique city. </span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span>- Tour Duration: 8 &ndash; 9 hours</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- Tour can operate : Morning</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- Physical activity level : Moderate</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>- Wheelchair Accessible : No</span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Inclusions:</strong><br />&#x0D; - Transportation by an air-conditioned vehicle&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; - Services of a local English speaking guide.<br />&#x0D; - All the entrance fees and camera fees.<br />&#x0D; - Credit card and bank charges.<br />&#x0D; - All the prevailing taxes. &nbsp;</span></span></div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
FULL DAY MARVELS OF MUMBAI
<span><span>Proceed to <strong>Gateway of India</strong>, the city&rsquo;s most famous landmark &ndash;an Indo-Saracenic archway built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. It was originally conceived as an entry point for passengers arriving on P&amp;O steamers from England; today it is remembered more often as the place from which the British staged their final departure. You will make a stop here for photographs.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>See the highlights of the city from the comfort of your minivan as you set off for a tour of Mumbai city. Your tour begins with the Gateway of India (PLEASE STOP FOR A WHILE SO THE GUEST CAN TAKE PHOTO), the city&#39;s most famous landmark - an Indo-Saracenic archway built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. It was originally conceived as an entry point for passengers arriving on P&amp;O steamers from England; today it is remembered more often as the place from which the British staged their final departure.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Continue through Marine Drive, Mumbai&#39;s seaside promenade, an eight-lane highway with a wide pavement. Its graceful curve sweeps from the skyscrapers at Nariman Point to the foot of Malabar Hill. This hill is Mumbai&#39;s ritziest neighborhood. Popular since the 18th century because of its forested slopes, fresh sea breezes and panoramic views, merchants and colonial governors built many mansions and bungalows on its hillsides.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Your drive includes a look at a most remarkable railway station. Inspired by St. Pancras Station in London, the Victoria Terminus was built during Queen Victoria&#39;s Golden Jubilee year. It is an extraordinary conglomeration of domes, spires, Corinthian columns and minarets in a style that was described by journalist James Cameron as &quot;Victorian-Gothic-Saracenic-Italianate-Oriental-St.&nbsp; Pancras-Baroque&quot;. The first train in India left from this station in April 1853; today half a million commuters use the station every day. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Depart to <strong>Church Gate Station</strong> and spend some time watching the <strong>dabba-wallahs</strong>, the members of the Mumbai Tiffin Box Suppliers Association. Every day 4,000 of them deliver fresh, home-cooked food from 100,000 suburban kitchens to offices in the downtown area. Each lunch is prepared by a loving wife or mother, and packed into a set of stackable aluminum boxes. The meals are carried to their hungry recipients dangling from shoulder-poles and bicycle handlebars, and stacked on decorated handcarts. Tins are rarely, if ever, lost, and always find their way home again to be washed up for the next day&rsquo;s lunch.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Even if you are not possessed of an interest in other people&rsquo;s dirty laundry, you&rsquo;ll be fascinated by the <strong>dhobi ghats</strong>, your next stop. Each morning washing from all over Mumbai is brought here to be soaped, soaked, boiled, beaten, and thrashed. The next day, after being aired, pressed, folded and wrapped, the bundles are returned from whence they came. The secret that keeps the operation running smoothly is the coded symbol that each dhobi-wallah places on every item. Invisible to the untrained eye, this mark ensures that nothing will be lost. Stop here for photos that you&rsquo;ll never be able to duplicate anywhere else.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span>Proceed for Taj Mahal Hotel for Lunch on direct payment basis. </span></span></strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>You will continue to The <strong>Prince of Wales Museum</strong>, crowned by a white Mughal-style dome, the finest work done by architect George Wittet, who also designed the Gateway of India. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Return to pier. </span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>TIMING</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>DISTANCE &amp; TERRAIN</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>09h30 &ndash; 11h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Orientation tour of Mumbai, Gateway of India, Malabar Hill and VT Station.&nbsp; </span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="9"><span><span>This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h00 &ndash; 11h20</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Proceed to Churchgate station</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h20 &ndash; 11h40</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Watch the Dabba-wallas at Churchgate</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>10 meters / even</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h40 &ndash; 12h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Drive to Dhobi Ghat</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>12h15 &ndash; 12h45</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Visit &nbsp;Dhobi Ghat</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>100 meters / Flat / 5 steps</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>12h45 &ndash; 13h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Drive to Taj Mahal Hotel for lunch on direct payment basis</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>13h15 &ndash; 14h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Lunch at Taj Mahal Hotel</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>150 meters / Flat / 4 steps</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>14h15 &ndash; 15h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Drive to Prince of wales Museum and visit</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>15h30 &ndash; 16h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Return to pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>50 meters / Uneven</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
HALF DAY MUSEUM AND GALLERIES OF MUMBAI
<span><span>Explore the history, art and people of Mumbai and India during this informative half-day visit to the area&#39;s finest museums and galleries.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Depart from pier for the drive to Mani Bhawan, Gandhi&#39;s Bombay residence between 1917 and 1934. Mani Bhawan is now a permanent museum and memorial to the Mahatma. It contains a research library of more than 20,000 volumes, and a series of tiny dioramas depicting his life story in an interesting fashion. The walls are covered with photos of historic events and noteworthy people.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Next, visit the Prince of Wales Museum, easily recognized by its unique white Mughal-style dome. The museum is the finest work by architect George Wittet, who also designed the Gateway of India. It houses interesting displays of jade work, antique weapons, Indian paintings, illustrated manuscripts, exquisite miniatures, and clay and terracotta figures from the 3rd century B.C. Adjacent to Prince of Wales Museum, you will find the Jehangir Art Gallery. Mumbai&#39;s best-known venue for contemporary art, Jehangir is home to five small galleries displaying changing exhibits of 20<sup>th</sup> century arts and crafts from around the world.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Return to pier.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>TIMING</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>DISTANCE / TERRAIN</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h00 &ndash; 00h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Pier to Mani Bhawan</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="7"><span><span>This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h30 &ndash; 01h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Mani Bhawan</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>20 steps/ Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h00 &ndash; 01h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Prince of Wales Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h30 &ndash; 02h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Prince of Wales Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>50 steps/flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>02h30 &ndash; 02h35</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Walk down to adjacent Jahangir Art Gallery</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>02h35 &ndash; 03h20</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Jahangir Art Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>15 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h20 &ndash; 04h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Back to pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D;
FULL DAY THE CAVES OF ELEPHANTA
<span><span>More than a thousand years ago, Hindu craftsmen carved columns and sculptures out of a series of caves located on an island off the shores of Mumbai, creating a temple complex dedicated to Lord Shiva. The Portuguese named the island Elephanta, after the large statue of an elephant they found near the spot where they docked their ships. Come and discover the unique beauty and intriguing tales of these temple caves with today&rsquo;s memorable excursion.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Travel by minivan vehicle to the Gateway of India, the city&rsquo;s most recognized landmark. Built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary, the archway was originally conceived as an entry point for people arriving on steamers from England. Today, the gateway serves as a launching point for your own exploration of the Elephanta Temple.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Boarding a motor boat, enjoy the approximately one hour and thirty minutes cruise to the Elephanta landing. From the jetty </span></span><span><span>you have the option of either taking the mini train or walking approximately 15 minutes to the base</span></span><span><span> of the long stairway which leads to the top of the hill, where the caves are located. As you enter, you will see a magnificent sculpture of Shiva as Nataraj, showing an enraptured expression as he removes the veil of ignorance. The most outstanding sculpture is a bust of Trimurti&mdash;the three-faced Shiva representing the Hindu trinity, Brahma the creator, Vishnu the preserver, and Shiva the destroyer. In other panels, Shiva is depicted in service to humanity as he brings the River Ganges to Earth, and at his most fearsome as he crushes the demon of Andhaka. Later, board the motor boat for return cruise to the Gateway.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Re-board your vehicle for the transfer back to your ship.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>TIMING</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>DISTANCE &amp; TERRAIN</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>00h00 - 00h15</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Depart from the pier by minivan to the Gateway of India</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="5"><span><span>This tour is NOT suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>00h15 - 01h45</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Board the motor boat and cruise to Elephanta Island</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>01h45 - 03h45</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Elephanta Island</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>1.5km / Uneven, cobblestones / 125 long steps each way </span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>03h45 - 05h15</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Board your motor boat and return to Mumbai</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span><span>05h15 &ndash; 05h30</span></span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Return to the pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D;
FULL DAY THE VICTORIAN PAST
<span><span>Experience the highlights of this fascinating city, with its Western monuments and Eastern sensibilities.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Begin your tour with photo stop at the Gateway of India, the city&rsquo;s most famous landmark an Indo-Saracenic archway built in 1911 to commemorate the visit of King George V and Queen Mary. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Next visit, The Church of St John the Evangelist better known as Afghan Church in South Mumbai, built by the British to commemorate the dead of the disastrous First Afghan War of 1838. The church is located in Navy Nagar in the Colaba area of Mumbai. Besides British soldiers it also commemorates different Indian regiments, such as the Bombay Army, the Madras Army, and Ranjit Singh&#39;s army from Lahore. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Drive along Marine Drive-Mumbai&rsquo;s seaside promenade, an eight-lane highway with a wide pavement. Its graceful curve sweeps from the skyscrapers at Nariman Point to the foot of Malabar Hill, Mumbai&rsquo;s ritziest neighborhood. At the top of hill are the Hanging Gardens, laid out in 1881. Here, an assortment of hedges, trimmed into animal shapes. The gardens also offer a superb view of the bustling city centre in the distance.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; You then proceed to Bhau Daji Lad Museum (formerly the Victoria and Albert Museum) one of the oldest museums in Mumbai. It was established in 1855 as a treasure house of the decorative and industrial arts. The museum houses a large number of archaeological finds, maps and historical photographs of Mumbai.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>You then visit, Crawford Market - one of South Mumbai&#39;s most famous markets. It is named after Arthur Crawford, the first Municipal Commissioner of the city. The market is situated near to Victoria Terminus railway station. The market houses a wholesale fruit, vegetable and poultry market. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>Finally, visit and savor a relaxing lunch while exploring the historic Taj Mahal Palace Hotel, which dates back to the 1500s before returning back to the ship.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&#x0D; <table align="center" border="" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="">&#x0D; <tbody>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>TIMING</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>ITINERARY &amp; POINTS OF INTEREST</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span><span>DISTANCE / TERRAIN</span></span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; <td><strong><span><span>W/C FRIENDLY</span></span></strong></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h00 &ndash; 00h10</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave from pier to Gateway of India</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; <td rowspan="13"><span><span>This tour is not suitable for guests in wheelchairs; and those with mobility issues</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h10 &ndash; 00h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive at Gateway of India (photo stop only)</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>10 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h15 &ndash; 00h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Afghan Church</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>00h30 &ndash; 01h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Afghan Church</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>4 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h00 &ndash; 01h30</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Hanging Gardens</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>01h30 &ndash; 02h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Hanging Gardens</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>2 steps/ Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>02h00 &ndash; 02h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Victoria &amp; Albert Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>11h15 &ndash; 12h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit Victoria &amp; Albert Museum</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>5 steps/ Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h00 &ndash; 03h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for Crawford market</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h15 &ndash; 03h45</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive and visit market</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Uneven Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>03h45 &ndash; 03h15</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Leave for hotel Taj Mahal</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>10 steps/ flat Terrain</span></span></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>04h15 &ndash; 05h45</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Arrive at hotel and proceed for lunch <strong>(On Direct Payment</strong>)</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; <tr>&#x0D; <td><span><span>05h45 &ndash; 06h00</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td><span><span>Back to pier</span></span></td>&#x0D; <td></td>&#x0D; </tr>&#x0D; </tbody>&#x0D; </table>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
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Ashdod

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Jewish Highlights - Jerusalem - One Day - Ashdod Port
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Dep</span><span>a</span><span>r</span>t <span>A</span><span>s</span><span>hdo</span>d <span>a</span><span>n</span>d <span>dri</span><span>v</span>e <span>t</span>o <span>J</span><span>eru</span><span>sa</span><span>le</span>m <span>beginnin</span>g <span>wit</span>h a <span>m</span><span>a</span><span>gni</span>f<span>i</span><span>c</span><span>en</span>t <span>v</span><span>ie</span>w <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>golde</span>n <span>c</span><span>it</span>y <span>f</span><span>r</span><span>o</span>m <span>th</span>e <span>Mt</span>. <span>o</span>f <span>Oli</span><span>v</span><span>e</span><span>s</span>. <span>E</span><span>nte</span>r <span>th</span>e <span>Ol</span>d <span>C</span><span>it</span>y <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>r</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span>to</span><span>r</span><span>e</span>d <span>J</span><span>ewi</span><span>s</span>h <span>Qu</span><span>a</span><span>rte</span><span>r</span>. <span>W</span><span>a</span><span>l</span>k <span>a</span><span>lon</span>g <span>th</span>e <span>Ca</span><span>r</span><span>do</span>, <span>th</span>e <span>c</span><span>olonn</span><span>a</span><span>de</span>d <span>m</span><span>a</span><span>i</span>n <span>s</span><span>t</span><span>r</span><span>ee</span>t <span>o</span>f <span>Byza</span><span>ntin</span>e <span>J</span><span>eru</span><span>sa</span><span>lem</span>. <span>Vi</span><span>s</span><span>i</span>t <span>th</span>e<span> He</span><span>r</span><span>odi</span><span>a</span>n<span> M</span><span>a</span><span>n</span><span>s</span><span>ion</span><span>s</span>, a <span>c</span><span>ompletel</span>y<span> e</span><span>xcava</span><span>te</span>d <span>r</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span>i</span>- <span>denti</span><span>a</span>l <span>qu</span><span>a</span><span>rte</span>r <span>f</span><span>r</span><span>o</span>m <span>200</span>0 <span>y</span><span>e</span><span>a</span><span>r</span>s <span>a</span><span>go</span>. <span>O</span>n <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>W</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span>te</span><span>r</span>n <span>W</span><span>a</span><span>ll</span>, <span>th</span>e <span>onl</span>y <span>r</span><span>em</span><span>a</span><span>inin</span>g <span>portio</span>n <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>S</span><span>e</span><span>c</span><span>on</span>d <span>T</span><span>emple</span>. <span>F</span><span>ollo</span>w <span>th</span>e <span>Vi</span>a <span>Dolo</span><span>r</span><span>o</span><span>s</span>a <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>C</span><span>hu</span><span>r</span><span>c</span>h <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>Hol</span>y <span>S</span><span>epul</span><span>c</span><span>h</span><span>r</span><span>e</span>. <span>W</span>e <span>the</span>n <span>p</span><span>r</span><span>o</span><span>c</span><span>ee</span>d <span>t</span>o <span>Y</span><span>a</span>d <span>V</span><span>as</span><span>hem</span>, <span>memori</span><span>a</span>l <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>Holo</span><span>ca</span><span>u</span><span>s</span><span>t</span>; <span>v</span><span>i</span><span>s</span><span>i</span>t <span>th</span>e <span>Mu</span><span>s</span><span>eum</span>, <span>C</span><span>hild</span><span>r</span><span>en&sbquo;&Auml;&ocirc;</span>s <span>Pav</span><span>ilio</span>n <span>a</span><span>n</span>d <span>w</span><span>a</span><span>l</span>k <span>a</span><span>lon</span>g <span>th</span>e <span>A</span><span>v</span><span>enu</span>e <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>R</span><span>ighteou</span><span>s</span>. <span>R</span><span>etu</span><span>r</span>n <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>por</span>t <span>o</span>f <span>A</span><span>s</span><span>hdod</span>. <span>(</span><em><span>Mode</span></em><em><span>s</span></em><em>t <span>c</span><span>lothin</span>g <span>r</span><span>equi</span><span>r</span><span>ed</span></em>)<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>One Day<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning &ndash; full day tour<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> yes, itinerary may be adjusted<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Pick up and drop off - passenger terminal</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Tips and gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Masada & the Dead Sea - One Day - Ashdod Port
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>T</span><span>r</span><span>av</span><span>e</span>l<span> a</span><span>lon</span>g <span>th</span>e<span> s</span><span>ho</span><span>r</span><span>e</span>s<span> o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>De</span><span>a</span>d <span>S</span><span>e</span><span>a</span>, <span>th</span>e <span>lowe</span><span>s</span>t&nbsp;<span>pl</span><span>ac</span>e&nbsp;<span>o</span>n <span>e</span><span>a</span><span>rth</span>, <span>t</span>o <span>M</span><span>asa</span><span>d</span><span>a</span>. <span>A</span><span>sc</span><span>en</span>d <span>b</span>y <span>ca</span><span>bl</span>e <span>ca</span>r <span>t</span>o <span>thi</span>s <span>l</span><span>as</span>t <span>s</span><span>t</span><span>r</span><span>onghol</span>d <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>Z</span><span>e</span><span>a</span><span>lot</span>s<span> i</span>n<span> thei</span>r <span>s</span><span>truggl</span>e <span>a</span><span>g</span><span>a</span><span>in</span><span>s</span>t<span> th</span>e<span> R</span><span>om</span><span>a</span><span>n</span><span>s</span>.<span> Vi</span><span>s</span><span>i</span>t<span> th</span>e <span>e</span><span>xcava</span><span>tion</span><span>s</span>, <span>He</span><span>r</span><span>o</span>d <span>th</span>e <span>G</span><span>r</span><span>e</span><span>a</span><span>t</span><span>&rsquo;</span>s <span>p</span><span>a</span><span>l</span><span>ac</span><span>e</span>, <span>sy</span><span>n</span><span>a</span><span>gogu</span>e <span>a</span><span>n</span>d <span>b</span><span>a</span><span>th</span>-<span>h</span><span>o</span><span>use</span>. <span>Then</span>, <span>oppo</span><span>r</span><span>t</span><span>un</span><span>it</span>y <span>t</span>o <span>en</span><span>jo</span>y <span>a</span>n <span>&ldquo;</span><span>uns</span><span>i</span><span>nka</span><span>bl</span><span>e</span>&rdquo; <span>sw</span><span>i</span>m <span>i</span>n <span>t</span><span>h</span>e <span>b</span><span>u</span><span>o</span><span>yan</span>t <span>wa</span><span>t</span><span>er</span>s <span>o</span>f <span>t</span><span>h</span>e <span>Dea</span>d <span>Sea</span>. <span>Dr</span><span>i</span><span>v</span>e <span>v</span><span>i</span>a <span>t</span><span>h</span>e <span>Q</span><span>umra</span>n <span>Caves</span>, <span>whe</span><span>r</span>e <span>t</span><span>h</span>e <span>Dea</span>d <span>Se</span>a <span>Sc</span><span>r</span><span>oll</span>s <span>we</span><span>r</span>e <span>fo</span><span>un</span><span>d</span>, <span>o</span>n <span>y</span><span>o</span><span>u</span>r <span>r</span><span>e</span><span>t</span><span>u</span><span>r</span>n <span>t</span>o <span>Ash</span><span>dod</span>.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>One Day<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning &ndash; full day tour<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong>&nbsp;Yes, itinerary may be adjusted<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong>&nbsp;Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong>&nbsp;</span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Pick up and drop off - passenger terminal</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Tips and gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Tel Aviv & Surrounding Area - One Day - Ashdod Port
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span>Depart Ashdod to the p<span>r</span>e-state unde<span>r</span>g<span>r</span>ound Ammunitions Factory at Machon <span>A</span>yalon to lea<span>r</span>n about the activities of the Haganah. Then, drive th<span>r</span>ough the main st<span>r</span>eets of <span>T</span>el <span>A</span>vi<span>v</span>, the &ldquo;White City&rdquo;, p<span>r</span>oclaimed a UNESCO <span>W</span>orld Heritage Site, viewing the splendid Bauhaus A<span>r</span>chitectu<span>r</span>e. <span>T</span>el <span>A</span>viv has the la<span>r</span>gest number of buildings in this unique style of any city in the world! Continue past the Mann Auditorium, home of the Israeli Philha<span>r</span>monic, Habimah Theat<span>r</span>e, the imp<span>r</span>essive Opera House and <span>Y</span>itzhak Rabin Squa<span>r</span>e, dedicated to the late Prime Ministe<span>r</span>. On to the old port city of Ja<span>f</span>fa, magnificently <span>r</span>esto<span>r</span>ed.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Explo<span>r</span>e the <span>r</span>econstructed Artists&rsquo; Quarter with its galleries and boutiques. <span>V</span>isit the fantastic Israeli Museum at the Itzhak Rabin Center ch<span>r</span>onicling the life of the extrao<span>r</span>dinary leader as well as the development of the State of Israel. <span>T</span>ime pe<span>r</span>mitting, we&rsquo;ll st<span>r</span>oll th<span>r</span>ough <span>T</span>el <span>A</span>viv<span>&rsquo;</span>s Ca<span>r</span>mel Market (<em>be su<span>r</span>e to sample the delicious strawberries! </em>) befo<span>r</span>e <span>r</span>etu<span>r</span>n- ing to the Port of Ashdod.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>One Day<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning &ndash; full day tour<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong>&nbsp;Yes, itinerary may be adjusted<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong>&nbsp;Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong>&nbsp;</span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Pick up and drop off - passenger terminal</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Tips and gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
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Haifa

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Jewish Highlights - Galilee & Golan Heights - One Day - Haifa Port
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Dep</span><span>a</span><span>r</span>t <span>H</span><span>a</span><span>if</span>a <span>dri</span><span>v</span><span>in</span>g <span>t</span>o <span>Tz</span><span>ipor</span>i <span>(S</span><span>epphori</span><span>s)</span>, <span>th</span>e <span>T</span><span>a</span><span>lmudi</span>c <span>tow</span>n <span>whe</span><span>r</span>e <span>th</span>e <span>Mi</span><span>s</span><span>hn</span>a <span>w</span><span>a</span>s <span>s</span><span>igned</span>; <span>s</span><span>e</span>e <span>th</span>e <span>be</span><span>a</span><span>utifu</span>l <span>mo</span><span>sa</span><span>i</span><span>cs</span>. <span>C</span><span>on</span><span>tinu</span>e <span>t</span>o <span>Ca</span><span>pe</span><span>r</span><span>n</span><span>a</span><span>um</span>; <span>s</span><span>e</span>e <span>th</span>e <span>ruin</span>s <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>a</span><span>n</span><span>c</span><span>ien</span>t <span>sy</span><span>n</span><span>a</span><span>gogu</span>e <span>d</span><span>a</span><span>tin</span>g <span>b</span><span>ac</span>k <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>4t</span>h <span>c</span><span>entur</span><span>y</span>. <span>T</span><span>hen</span>, <span>asc</span><span>en</span>d <span>th</span>e <span>s</span><span>tr</span><span>a</span><span>tegi</span>c <span>Gol</span><span>a</span>n <span>Height</span>s <span>fo</span>r a <span>g</span><span>r</span><span>e</span><span>a</span><span>te</span>r <span>under</span><span>s</span><span>t</span><span>a</span><span>ndin</span>g <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e f<span>ie</span><span>r</span><span>c</span>e <span>b</span><span>a</span><span>ttle</span>s <span>th</span><span>a</span>t <span>too</span>k <span>pl</span><span>ac</span>e <span>durin</span>g <span>th</span>e <span>196</span>7 <span>S</span><span>i</span>x <span>D</span><span>a</span>y <span>W</span><span>a</span>r <span>a</span><span>n</span>d <span>th</span>e <span>197</span>3 <span>Y</span><span>o</span>m <span>K</span><span>ippu</span>r <span>W</span><span>a</span><span>r</span>. <span>S</span><span>to</span>p <span>a</span>t a <span>fo</span><span>r</span><span>me</span>r <span>Is</span><span>r</span><span>a</span><span>el</span>i <span>a</span><span>r</span><span>m</span>y <span>bun</span><span>k</span><span>e</span>r <span>u</span><span>s</span><span>e</span>d <span>a</span>s <span>a</span>n <span>outpo</span><span>s</span><span>t</span>. <span>C</span><span>ontinu</span>e <span>t</span>o a <span>Gol</span><span>a</span>n <span>winer</span>y <span>fo</span>r <span>s</span><span>om</span>e <span>win</span>e <span>t</span><span>as</span><span>tin</span>g <span>(</span><span>tim</span>e &amp; <span>sc</span><span>hedul</span>e <span>pe</span><span>r</span><span>mitting</span><span>)</span>. <span>O</span>n <span>y</span><span>ou</span>r <span>r</span><span>etu</span><span>r</span>n <span>t</span>o <span>H</span><span>a</span><span>if</span>a <span>P</span><span>ort</span>, <span>v</span><span>ie</span>w <span>th</span>e <span>golden-dome</span>d <span>Ba</span><span>h</span><span>a</span>i <span>S</span><span>hrin</span>e <span>a</span><span>n</span>d <span>th</span>e <span>c</span><span>olorfu</span>l <span>P</span><span>er</span><span>s</span><span>i</span><span>a</span>n <span>G</span><span>a</span><span>r</span><span>den</span>s <span>a</span><span>to</span>p <span>Mt</span>. <span>Ca</span><span>r</span><span>mel</span>.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: One Day</strong><br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning &ndash; full day tour<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> yes, itinerary may be adjusted<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong>&nbsp;</span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Pick up and drop off - passenger terminal</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Tips and gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Jewish Highlights - Jerusalem - One Day - Haifa Port
<span><span><strong>Highlights:</strong></span></span><br />&#x0D; <span><span><span>Dep</span><span>a</span><span>r</span>t <span>H</span><span>a</span><span>if</span>a <span>a</span><span>n</span>d <span>dri</span><span>v</span>e <span>t</span>o <span>J</span><span>eru</span><span>sa</span><span>lem</span>. <span>B</span><span>egi</span>n <span>th</span>e <span>d</span><span>a</span>y <span>wit</span>h a <span>m</span><span>a</span><span>gni</span>f<span>i</span><span>c</span><span>en</span>t <span>v</span><span>ie</span>w <span>o</span>f <span>J</span><span>eru</span><span>sa</span><span>le</span>m <span>f</span><span>r</span><span>o</span>m <span>th</span>e <span>Mt</span>. <span>o</span>f <span>Oli</span><span>v</span><span>e</span><span>s</span>. <span>E</span><span>nte</span>r <span>th</span>e <span>Ol</span>d <span>C</span><span>it</span>y <span>f</span><span>r</span><span>o</span>m <span>th</span>e <span>Ja</span><span>f</span><span>f</span>a <span>G</span><span>a</span><span>t</span>e <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>newl</span>y <span>r</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span>to</span><span>r</span><span>e</span>d <span>J</span><span>ewi</span><span>s</span>h <span>Qu</span><span>a</span><span>rte</span><span>r</span>. <span>W</span><span>a</span><span>l</span>k <span>a</span><span>lon</span>g <span>th</span>e <span>Ca</span><span>r</span><span>do</span>, <span>th</span>e <span>c</span><span>olonn</span><span>a</span><span>de</span>d <span>m</span><span>a</span><span>i</span>n <span>s</span><span>t</span><span>r</span><span>ee</span>t <span>o</span>f <span>Byza</span><span>ntin</span>e <span>J</span><span>eru</span><span>sa</span><span>lem</span>. <span>Vi</span><span>s</span><span>i</span>t <span>th</span>e <span>He</span><span>r</span><span>odi</span><span>a</span>n <span>M</span><span>a</span><span>n</span><span>s</span><span>ion</span><span>s</span>, a <span>c</span><span>om</span>- <span>pletel</span>y <span>e</span><span>xcava</span><span>te</span>d <span>r</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span>identi</span><span>a</span>l <span>qu</span><span>a</span><span>rte</span>r <span>f</span><span>r</span><span>o</span>m <span>200</span>0 <span>y</span><span>e</span><span>a</span><span>r</span>s <span>a</span><span>go</span>. <span>O</span>n <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>W</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span>te</span><span>r</span>n <span>W</span><span>a</span><span>ll</span>, <span>th</span>e <span>onl</span>y <span>r</span><span>em</span><span>a</span><span>inin</span>g <span>portio</span>n <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>S</span><span>e</span><span>c</span><span>on</span>d <span>T</span><span>emple</span>.<span> Vi</span><span>s</span><span>i</span>t<span> th</span>e<span> D</span><span>av</span><span>id</span><span>s</span><span>o</span>n <span>C</span><span>enter</span>; <span>y</span><span>ou&rsquo;l</span>l <span>s</span><span>e</span>e a<span> f</span><span>a</span><span>nt</span><span>as</span><span>ti</span>c <span>c</span><span>om</span>- <span>pute</span>r <span>im</span><span>a</span><span>gin</span>g <span>p</span><span>r</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span>ent</span><span>a</span><span>tio</span>n <span>o</span>f <span>th</span>e <span>T</span><span>empl</span>e <span>Moun</span>t <span>s</span><span>om</span>e <span>200</span>0 <span>y</span><span>e</span><span>a</span><span>r</span>s <span>a</span><span>go</span>. <span>R</span><span>etu</span><span>r</span>n <span>t</span>o <span>th</span>e <span>por</span>t <span>i</span>n <span>H</span><span>a</span><span>if</span><span>a</span>. <span>(</span><em><span>Mode</span></em><em><span>s</span></em><em>t <span>C</span><span>lothing</span></em>)</span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Tour Duration: </strong>One Day<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning &ndash; full day tour<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong>&nbsp;Yes, itinerary may be adjusted<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong>&nbsp;Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong>&nbsp;</span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Pick up and drop off - passenger terminal</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Tips and gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
03/11/2025 03/11/2025
At Sea
03/12/2025 03/12/2025
Rhodes

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Rhodes Town & Lindos - Full day tour approx 8 hours
<p>Guests will be met by our English speaking guide to commence the tour. Upon completion of the tour, transfer will be provided back to the ship.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Our tour begins with a drive through Mandraki Harbour and the new part of the city of Rhodes. We make our way to Mount Smith to enjoy a panoramic view of the city and continue on to the ruins of ancient Rhodes. We will explore the Acropolis of Rhodes, where remains of the Temple of Apollo and the ancient Stadium of Diagoras dominate the skyline. At Porte d&rsquo; Amboise, we begin our walking tour through the old city of Rhodes, filled with historical reminders of the ancient and medieval past. We will walk through the northern part of town, where knights once lived, and view the Grand Master&rsquo;s Palace and then continue our walk down Chevalier&rsquo;s Road, and the shopping districts around Socratus street, where we will enjoy some free time.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Our drive continues along the picturesque coastline to Lindos, the most important of the three great cities of ancient times. Within its medieval walls, erected by the Knights of St. John, stands the ancient Acropolis of Lindos, 400 feet above the sea, crowned by the Temple of Athena. From the heights, you will have breathtaking views of St. Paul&rsquo;s Bay, where the Apostle cast anchor during his voyage to Ephesus, and the Aegean Sea. If you prefer not to make the climb, you may remain below and explore the village with its many small shops and cafes. At a set time, we will all gather for a wonderful luncheon at a Restaurant by the sea, where we will enjoy an array of local Greek specialties with beverages. After lunch, we will have some free time to enjoy the beach or do some shopping in the village of Lindos prior to returning to the Port.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Duration: approx. 8 hours<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Notes:<br />&#x0D; &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;The Grand Masters Palace is closed on Mondays<br />&#x0D; &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;Steep, uphill walking is involved in Lindos. Guests with walking disabilities are recommended to stay in Lindos town for shopping.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &bull;&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;It is recommended that guests wear flat, comfortable walking shoes.</p>&#x0D;
Rhodes Medieval town & Lindos Tour approx 5 1/2 hours
<span><span>Depart Rhodes Town and drive along the east coast to Lindos, one of the three ancient cities on the island, and enjoy a visit of the famous Acropolis. Lindos offers breathtaking views and photo opportunities of the entire village, including its Medieval castle, superb sandy beaches and charming whitewashed, sugar-cubed houses. After a walking tour through the narrow-cobbled streets, colorful courtyards and mosaics, we will return to Rhodes town</span></span><span><span>. </span></span><br />&#x0D; <span>Back in Rhodes town, begin a walking tour of the old city from the Gate D&#39;Amboise. Marvel at the imposing Palace of the Grand Masters (visit not included) and walk on the Street of the Knights, while your guide points out the facades of the many inns once occupied by the crusaders and at the end of the street, the Knight&#39;s Hospital, now an impressive Archaeological Museum. Enjoy some free time to explore on your own, before meeting your guide for the short ride back to the pier or your hotel.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
Lindos half day tour 4 1/2 hours
<span>Depart Rhodes Town and drive along the east coast to Lindos, one of the three ancient cities on the island, and enjoy a visit of the famous Acropolis. Lindos offers breathtaking views and photo opportunities of the entire village, including its Medieval castle, superb sandy beaches and charming whitewashed, sugar-cubed houses. After a walking tour through the narrow-cobbled streets, colorful courtyards and mosaics, we will return to Rhodes town</span><span>. </span><br />&#x0D; <span>Enjoy some free time to explore on your own, before meeting your guide for the short ride back to the pier or your hotel.</span>
Rhodes & Filermos half day tour approx. 4 1/2 hours
<em><span>After meeting your professionally trained guide,&nbsp;</span></em><span>&nbsp;you will drive to Filerimos, a large plateau which contains the ruins of several buildings including the foundations of a temple, an Early Christian Basilica and a Byzantine monastery. Continue with a drive along the seaside road of the city to the ancient Acropolis of Rhodes where the ruins of a stadium and the Temple of Apolonas, will be seen during a short description and photo opportunity.</span><br />&#x0D; <span>Next, visit the Old Town starting at the Gate d&rsquo;Amboise. Visit the imposing Palace of the Grand Masters and walk the Street of the Knights down to the Knight&#39;s hospital. Admire the facades of what used to be the Inns of the Knights, nowadays shops and private residences. <em>Enjoy some free time to explore on your own, before meeting with your guide for the short ride back to the hotel/ ship&nbsp;</em></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
03/13/2025 03/13/2025
Kusadasi (Ephesus)

Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Kusadasi Port - The Glories of Ephesus (Full Day Tour)
<div align="center">&#x0D; <p><span><strong>PORT: KUSADASI<br />&#x0D; GLORIES OF EPHESUS&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Full-Day Tour</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span>Arrive in Kusadasi, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your full- day tour in Ephesus.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>First, you will visit the <strong>House of Virgin Mary</strong>, where the Virgin is said to have lived the last years of her life. The building was rediscovered in the late 19th century by Lazartis from Smyrna based on the vision of a German nun. The site is officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church and visited by Pope Paul VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1979 and Pope Benedict XVI in 2007.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Then, you will drive to <strong>Ephesus</strong>, enter and view the <strong>Odeon Theatre</strong>, where state affairs and concerts were held. Walk down the marble walkway and visit the Hadrian Temple. It was dedicated in 118 AD to Hadrian, Artemis, and the people of Ephesus but greatly reconstructed in the 4th century. This impressive Corinthian style temple has beautiful reliefs on the porch. According to the belief of Ephesians, the Medusa head on the porch, would protect the city from its enemies.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>A special visit will be made to the spectacular <strong>Terrace Houses (Villas)</strong> located on top of the hill within the Ephesus. They have a fantastic view of the entire city of Ephesus. They were inhabited by wealthy Ephesians, and are finely decorated with incredible examples of mosaics and frescos. The Terrace Houses were brought to light in excavations carried out since the 1980s by a team of Austrian archeologists. Along with those in Pompeii, they constitute some of the most vivid examples of Roman domestic architecture to survive to the present.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Next, you will proceed to the<strong> Celsus Library</strong>, The library is the best preserved structure of its kind. The inscription on the side of the building&rsquo;s front staircase says that the library was build by Julius, in his father&rsquo;s honor, after his death. His father, Celsus was the Roman governor of Asia Minor early in the 2nd century AD. His tomb is in the library as well.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Next, visit the <strong>Great Theatre</strong>, dating back to the Hellenistic period. In the 1st century AD it was successfully reconstructed and expanded by the Romans until it reached the seating capacity of 25,000. This is also the place where it is believed that St.Paul preached. It is still used for performances today.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><strong>Lunch </strong>recommended at a local restaurant.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><span>Last, you will visit the <strong>Ephesus Museum</strong> is an </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Archaeological_museum" title="Archaeological museum"><span>archaeological museum</span></a><span> in </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sel%C3%A7uk" title="Selçuk"><span>Selcuk</span></a><span>. It houses finds from the nearby </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ephesus" title="Ephesus"><span>Ephesus</span></a><span> excavation site and other ancient sites in the region. Its best-known exhibit is the statue of </span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artemis" title="Artemis"><span>Artemis</span></a><span> retrieved from the T</span><a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Temple_of_Artemis" title="Temple of Artemis"><span>emple of the goddess</span></a><span> in Ephesus. Highlights include the fresco of Socrates, statues and heads of Eros, crosses, coins and the works of the 1<sup>st</sup> century AD. </span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span>At the end of your day, you will return to Kusadasi and have some time for shopping in town before you embark your ship.</span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div align="left">&#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Includes:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; &bull; 1 full- day of private sightseeing in Ephesus<br />&#x0D; &bull; Licensed professional guide in English Language<br />&#x0D; &bull; Air- conditioned luxury vehicle with a professional driver<br />&#x0D; &bull; Entrance fees to museums and sites according to the above itinerary<br />&#x0D; &bull; Bottled water provided throughout the tour<br />&#x0D; &bull; Welcome package<br />&#x0D; &bull; VAT tax</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Not Included:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; &bull; Gratuities to guide and driver<br />&#x0D; &bull; Personal expenses of the guests<br />&#x0D; &bull; Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary<br />&#x0D; &bull; Recommended lunch</span></p>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; <!-- Facebook Badge START -->&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/seasongtours" target="_TOP" title="Sea Song Tours"><!-- Facebook Badge END --></a></div>&#x0D;
Kusadasi Port - A Taste of Ephesus- (Half day tour)
<div align="center">&#x0D; <p><span><strong>PORT: KUSADASI<br />&#x0D; A TASTE OF EPHESUS<br />&#x0D; Half- Day Tour</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Arrive in Kusadasi, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your half- day of private sightseeing in Ephesus.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>First, you will drive to <strong>Ephesus</strong>, enter and view the<strong> Odeon Theatre</strong>, where state affairs and concerts were held. Walk down the marble walkway and visit the<strong> Hadrian Temple</strong>. It was dedicated in 118 AD to Hadrian, Artemis, and the people of Ephesus but greatly reconstructed in the 4th century. This impressive Corinthian style temple has beautiful reliefs on the porch. According to the belief of Ephesians, the Medusa head on the porch, would protect the city from its enemies.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; A special visit will be made to the spectacular <strong>Terrace Houses (Villas)</strong> located on top of the hill within the Ephesus. They have a fantastic view of the entire city of Ephesus. They were inhabited by wealthy Ephesians, and are finely decorated with incredible examples of mosaics and frescos. The Terrace Houses were brought to light in excavations carried out since the 1980s by a team of Austrian archeologists. Along with those in Pompeii, they constitute some of the most vivid examples of Roman domestic architecture to survive to the present.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Next, you will proceed to the <strong>Celsus Library</strong>, The library is the best preserved structure of its kind. The inscription on the side of the building&rsquo;s front staircase says that the library was build by Julius, in his father&rsquo;s honor, after his death. His father, Celsus was the Roman governor of Asia Minor early in the 2nd century AD. His tomb is in the library as well.<br />&#x0D; Last, visit the <strong>Great Theatre</strong>, dating back to the Hellenistic period. In the 1st century AD it was successfully reconstructed and expanded by the Romans until it reached the seating capacity of 25,000. This is also the place where it is believed that St.Paul preached. It is still used for performances today.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>At the end of your day, you will return to Kusadasi and have some time for shopping in town before your embark your ship.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Includes:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - 1 half-day of private sightseeing in Ephesus<br />&#x0D; - Licensed professional guide in English language<br />&#x0D; - Entrance fees to museums and sites according to the above itinerary<br />&#x0D; - Private Air-conditioned VIP vehicle with professional driver<br />&#x0D; - Welcome Package<br />&#x0D; - Bottled water provided throughout the tours<br />&#x0D; -&nbsp; VAT taxes</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Not included:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - Gratuities to guide and driver<br />&#x0D; - Personal expenses of the guests<br />&#x0D; - Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary</span></p>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; <!-- Facebook Badge START -->&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/seasongtours" target="_TOP" title="Sea Song Tours"><!-- Facebook Badge END --></a></div>&#x0D;
Kusadasi Port - Ephesus & Virgin Mary House - (Half Day Tour)
<p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>PORT: KUSADASI </strong></font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>EPHESUS &amp; VIRGIN MARY HOUSE </strong></font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Half-Day Tour</strong></font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Arrive in Kusadasi, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your half- day tour in Ephesus. </font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">First, you will visit the <strong>House of Virgin Mary</strong>, where the Virgin is said to have lived the last years of her life. The building was rediscovered in the late 19th century by Lazartis from Smyrna based on the vision of a German nun. The site is officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church and visited by Pope Paul VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1979 and Pope Benedict XVI in 2007. </font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Then, you will drive to <strong>Ephesus</strong>, enter and view the <strong>Odeon Theatre</strong>, where state affairs and concerts were held. Walk down the marble walkway and visit the <strong>Hadrian Temple</strong>. It was dedicated in 118 AD to Hadrian, Artemis, and the people of Ephesus but greatly reconstructed in the 4th century. This impressive Corinthian style temple has beautiful reliefs on the porch. According to the belief of Ephesians, the Medusa head on the porch, would protect the city from its enemies. </font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Next, you will proceed to the <strong>Celsus Library</strong>, The library is the best preserved structure of its kind. The inscription on the side of the building&rsquo;s front staircase says that the library was build by Julius, in his father&rsquo;s honour, after his death. His father, Celsus was the Roman governor of Asia Minor early in the 2nd century AD. His tomb is in the library as well. </font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Next, visit the <strong>Great Theatre</strong>, dating back to the Hellenistic period. In the 1st century AD it was successfully reconstructed and expanded by the Romans until it reached the seating capacity of 25,000. This is also the place where it is believed that St.Paul preached. It is still used for performances today. </font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At the end of your day, you will return to Kusadasi and have some time for shopping in town before you embark your ship.</font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Includes: </font></strong></u></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">1 half-day of private sightseeing in Ephesus</font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Licensed professional guide in English Language </font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Air- conditioned luxury vehicle with a professional driver </font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Entrance fees to museums and sites according to the above itinerary </font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Bottled water provided throughout the tour </font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Welcome package </font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">VAT tax </font></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Not Included: </font></strong></u></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Gratuities to guide and driver</font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Personal expenses of the guests </font></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary </font></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Kusadasi: Ancient Ephesus Tour - 7 hours
<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">An English speaking lecturer/guide will meet the guests at the exit of the cruise pier in KUSADASI. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">After a short drive to Ephesus, the guests experience their private tour of this fascinating historical site. First, a visit will be made to the remarkable Greco-Roman archeological city of Ancient Ephesus, that flourished as a prominent cultural city and seaport between 600 BC and 500 AD. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The walking tour will begin along the Royal Road also known as the Arcadian Way, the 4th century white marble chariot thoroughfare whose most striking sight today is the two-story Library of Celsus. Uniquely beautiful, the Library once housed 12,000 scrolls of papyrus manuscripts making it the second largest library in the ancient world after the one in Alexandria, Egypt. The walk along the Royal Road also takes the visitors past the remains of some of the ancient city&rsquo;s major civic buildings and temples as you move toward the Ephesus Theater from which St. Paul once preached to the Pagan Ephesians. The theater, seating 25,000 has exceptional acoustics and is still in use today for concerts and theatrical performances in summertime. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Then move to see the ongoing excavations of the Greco-Roman places-the &ldquo;Elite Yamac Homes of Antiquity&rdquo; (Terrace Houses) with their magnificent mosaics and frescoes. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">From here, the guests will proceed to the small, but distinguished and rightly famous Ephesus Museum with unique examples of the very best Greco-Roman sculpture in the world, and with an exciting new display of Medical instruments from that era. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Finally, drive up the mountainside to visit to the so-called House of the Virgin Mary, a lovely chapel set in the hills behind Ephesus, said by some to be the last home of the Virgin Mary, where St. Paul took her for her safety away from the Pagan Ephesians. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel or to your cruise ship. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Added Value: </font></strong></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*Great introduction to Greco-Roman city of Ephesus&#39; history and culture</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*The tour covers the main highlights of the ancient city</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Tour Duration : 6-7 hours</font></strong>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Starting mornings</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Partial</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>High</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong>Transportation by a cheaffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</font></p>&#x0D;
Kusadasi: Priene Day Tour - 7 hours
<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The guests will be met by a lecturer/guide at the exit of the pier in KUSADASI and drive south to visit Priene. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">This ancient city is not especially large, but has an unusual intimacy and charm, in part because so many historical private houses have survived to this day. All the monuments you will see, date from the Hellenistic period, and all of them are aligned according to a strict grid-plan of the kind developed by Hippodamos, a native of neighboring Miletus. The monuments include the Temple of Zeus, a council chamber, and a small amphi-theatre. Yet Priene&rsquo;s greatest treasure is its Temple of Athena, which was considered the masterpiece of the architect Pytheos who also designed the Mausoleum at Halicarnassos (Bodrum) known to be one of the Seven Wonders of the World. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">After exploring Priene, the guests will cross the broad flood-plain of the river Maeander to continue to Miletus. This was once a major port but silt carried down by the River Meander blocked its harbor centuries ago. The ancient harbor is now several miles from the sea. The town is laid out according to a grid-plan designed by Hippodamos, which centers on three spacious agoras (marketplaces) today. The most striking features of the site today are the Baths of Faustina and the massive Roman Theatre.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; A paved Sacred Way leads from Miletus to Dydima, not a classic town but rather a sacred precinct centering on a colossal Temple of Apollo surrounded by a double colonnade of no less than 108 huge columns. Work on the temple continued for 500 years, but its design was so ambitious that, when work was abandoned in the 4th C. AD, it was still unfinished. Even unfinished and in ruins, the temple at Dydima remains to be one of the most awe-inspiring antique monuments to be found anywhere around the Eastern Mediterranean. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">At the end of the tour, the guests will be escorted back to their hotel or to the pier in KUSADASI. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Added Value: </font></strong></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*The tour covers the main highlights of Priene, Miletus and Didyma</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour Duration </strong>: 7 hours</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Starting mornings</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>No</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong>Transportation by a chaeffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Kusadasi: The Greco-Roman City of Ephesus & the Wine-making Village of Sirince - 7 hours
<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">At 8:30 am, an English speaking private lecturer/guide will meet and greet you outside the Bonded Area of the Kusadasi cruise pier. You will then be escorted to your chauffeur driven private deluxe air-conditioned vehicle, for a comfortable ride of about half an hour to the remarkable Greco-Roman archaeological site of Ancient Ephesus. Dating back to the 11th century B.C., it has been painstakingly excavated and restored and is one of the world&rsquo;s most fascinating sites of antiquity. Ephesus flourished as a prominent city and seaport between 600 B.C. and 500 A.D. We will begin our private walking tour along Royal Road also known as the Arcadian Way, a 4th century white marble chariot thoroughfare whose most striking sight is the two-story Library of Celsus.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Uniquely beautiful, with its restored facade now the famed symbol of Ephesus, the Library once housed 12,000 scrolls of papyrus manuscripts making it the 2nd largest in the ancient world after the library in Alexandria, Egypt. Your walk along the Royal Road will also take you past the remains of some of the ancient city&rsquo;s major civic buildings and temples as you move toward the Ephesus Theater from which St. Paul once preached to the Ephesians. The theater, seating 25,000 has exceptional acoustics and is still in use today for concerts and theatrical performances.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">You will also visit the ongoing excavations of the Greco Roman PALACES the &#39;&#39;ELITE YAMAC HOMES OF ANTIQUITY&#39;&#39; (Terrace Houses) with their magnificent mosaics and frescoes being restored by archeologists as you visit the site. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Next visit will be to the old Greco-Turkish Village of SIRINCE, located approximately 18 miles away from the Kusadasi pier. The town itself houses about hundreds of old local Greek homes which have been superbly renovated and opened to the public.. The town also houses an authentic local market where different agricultural products are sold. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Following lunch (at your own cost) at the celebrated local Bizim Ev (meaning &ldquo;Our House&rdquo;) Restaurant in Sirince, you will stop by the famous wine cellar of this village, to be welcomed by the owner, and will taste his white or red wines, produced in the same style as in the old days from grapes at the vast vineyards of the Aegean Region.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">You will then be returned to Kusadasi where you may explore or shop at the charming local marketplace, while your guide will escort and assist you until you wish to return to the pier to board your ship by 4 pm.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Added Value: </font></strong></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*Great introduction to Ephesus and Sirince</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*The tour covers Ephesus and the wine-making village of Sirince</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour Duration </strong>: 7 hours</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Starting mornings</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Wheelchair Accessible</strong>: No</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Physical Activity Level</strong>: Moderate</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included: </strong>Transportation by a chauffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Ephesus & Sirince Full Day Tour - 8 hours
<span><span><strong>Highlights/Description:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Ancient Ephesus</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Sirince</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Home-style lunch in a local village</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Visit to a wine house</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your English-speaking guide will meet you at the Kusadasi cruise pier for your tour in Ephesus.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will proceed to the remarkable Greco-Roman site of Ancient Ephesus. Dating back to the 11th century B.C., it has been excavated and restored since 1870s. It is one of the world&rsquo;s most fascinating sites of antiquity. Ephesus flourished as a prominent city and seaport between 600 B.C. and 500 A.D. We will start our private walking tour through Royal Road also known as the Arcadian Way, 4th century white marble chariot road that leads to the most striking building, which is the two-storey Library of Celsus.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Beautifully restored with its restored facade now the famed symbol of Ephesus, The Library once housed 12,000 scrolls of papyrus and parchment manuscripts, making it the 2nd largest in the ancient world after the library in Alexandria in Egypt. Ephesus Theater, seating 25,000 has exceptional acoustics and is still in use today for concerts and theatrical performances.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your tour will continue in Sirince. This pretty old Orthodox village was once Cirkince (&quot;ugly&quot;). Indeed its habitants gave this name on purpose as they did not want to be bothered by foreigners to share the beauty of their village.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Still after years, visitors understood that the village was not ugly at all and called it Sirince (&quot;pretty&quot;). As the village is located on the top of a mountain, anyone will enjoy the impressive wine yards&#39; and peach trees&#39; views on his way. Today the village is a perfect synthesis of Turk-Greek culture as of the 1920&#39;s: after the Independence War, people exchange between Greek and Turks has occurred and all those typical Greek houses, though they kept their original outside characteristics, have received the local layout inside.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; After a wonderful home-style lunch at a local restaurant, your guide will show you the village. You will see local women in the authentic narrow streets of the village, selling handcrafts of all kinds, olive oil and handmade soaps. The village is also famous with its wine and you have the opportunity to visit a wine house. You can taste and buy several kinds of wines, from apple to strawberry.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to the cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate to Heavy<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, private guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transfers to/from port in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Parking fees and entrance fees of the sites/museums stated in the tour program</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Applicable taxes</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Meals, unless otherwise noted</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Ephesus Full Day Tour - 8 hours
<span><span><strong>Highlights/Description:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Ancient Ephesus</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Library of Celsus</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Excavations of Terrace Houses</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>House of the Virgin Mary</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your English speaking guide will meet you at the Kusadasi cruise pier for your tour in Ephesus.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will proceed to the remarkable Greco-Roman site of Ancient Ephesus. Dating back to the 11th century B.C., it has been excavated and restored since 1870s. It is one of the world&rsquo;s most fascinating sites of antiquity. Ephesus flourished as a prominent city and seaport between 600 B.C. and 500 A.D. We will start our private walking tour through Royal Road also known as the Arcadian Way, 4th century white marble chariot road that leads to the most striking building, which is the two-storey Library of Celsus.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Beautifully restored with its restored facade now the famed symbol of Ephesus, The Library once housed 12,000 scrolls of papyrus and parchment manuscripts, making it the 2nd largest in the ancient world after the library in Alexandria in Egypt. Ephesus Theater, seating 25,000 has exceptional acoustics and is still in use today for concerts and theatrical performances.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will also visit the ongoing excavations of the Greco Roman Houses of Ephesian Aristocrats (known as Terrace Houses) with their magnificent mosaics and frescoes being restored by archeologists as you visit the site.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; In addition to the historic monuments, your excursion will also include a visit to the House of the Virgin Mary, a lovely little chapel set in the hills behind Ephesus believed to be Virgin Mary&rsquo;s last home.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to the cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate to Heavy<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, private guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transfers to/from port in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Parking fees and entrance fees of the sites/museums stated in the tour program</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Applicable taxes</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Meals, unless otherwise noted</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Ephesus Half Day Tour - 4 hours
<span><span><strong>Highlights/Description:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Ancient Ephesus</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Library of Celsus</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>The Library</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Ephesus Theatre</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your English speaking guide will meet you at the Kusadasi cruise pier for your tour in Ephesus.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will proceed to the remarkable Greco-Roman site of Ancient Ephesus. Dating back to the 11th century B.C., it has been excavated and restored since 1870s. It is one of the world&rsquo;s most fascinating sites of antiquity. Ephesus flourished as a prominent city and seaport between 600 B.C. and 500 A.D. We will start our private walking tour through Royal Road also known as the Arcadian Way, 4th century white marble chariot road that leads to the most striking building, which is the two-storey Library of Celsus.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Beautifully restored with its restored facade now the famed symbol of Ephesus, The Library once housed 12,000 scrolls of papyrus and parchment manuscripts, making it the 2nd largest in the ancient world after the library in Alexandria in Egypt. Ephesus Theater, seating 25,000 has exceptional acoustics and is still in use today for concerts and theatrical performances.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to the cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate to Heavy<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, private guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transfers to/from port in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Parking fees and entrance fees of the sites/museums stated in the tour program</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Applicable taxes</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Meals, unless otherwise noted</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Kusadasi Port - Three Ancient Cities; Didyma, Miletus & Priene (Full Day Tour)
<div><span><strong><span>SHORE EXCURSIONS<br />&#x0D; KUSADASI<br />&#x0D; THREE ANCIENT CITIES</span></strong></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</div>&#x0D; <span><span>Arrive in Kusadasi,you will meet your professional guide at the port and drive to three ancient cities.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your first stop will be <strong>Priene</strong>. The ancient harbor city of Priene probably changed its location when the silt of the Meander River threatened to bury it. Now it is nearly 16 km away from the sea. The original place of the city has never been found but it was probably a peninsula with two harbors. Priene was laid out on a Hippodamian system of grid plan at the foot of a spectacular cliff on mount Mycale and contained many famous examples of Hellenistic art and architecture.All the streets intersect at the right angles.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Next, visit <strong>Miletus</strong><span> an ancient city located near the present Akkoy at the mouth of the Buyuk Menderes (Meander) River, owed its importance to its position on trade routes. It was one of the largest cities in Anatolia with a population of between 80,000 and 100,000. Highly prosperous, it founded many colonies and was the home of the 6C&nbsp;BC philosophers Anaximander, Anaximenes, and Thales, the town planner Hippodamus and architect Isidorus. Miletus seems to have produced geniuses the way Aphrodisias produced sculptors.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Lunch</strong><u> suggested</u> at local restaurant.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Last, you will visit <strong>Didyma</strong>. The word Didyma meant &quot;twins&quot; and was associated by some as being the meeting place of Zeus and Leto to have their twins Apollo and Artemis. Didyma was famed as a prophecy center dedicated to Apollo which served a similar purpose as the Delphi of Anatolia. It was not a city but a sanctuary linked to Miletus by Milesians with a 19&nbsp;km/12&nbsp;m sacred road. However, this road may not have been constructed until the end of the 1C&nbsp;AD. In addition to pilgrimages made by sea, some festivals of drama, music and sports were held there every four years.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your tour, you can return to Kusadasi.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br trebuchet="" />&#x0D; <strong trebuchet=""><u>OUR PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES&nbsp;</u></strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>1 full&nbsp;day of sightseeing in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver in Three Ancient Cities.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Private chauffeur driven a/c deluxe vehicle throughout the program.</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, English speaking guide throughout the tour program.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Entrance fees to all museums, parks, and historic sites as marked on the itinerary.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water provided throughout the tour.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome Package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>VAT taxes.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong trebuchet=""><u>OUR&nbsp; PACKAGE RATE EXCLUDES&nbsp;</u></strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities to the Guide &amp; Driver</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>At the discretion of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Suggested lunch</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Kusadasi Port - Biblical Tour of Ephesus ( Full Day tour)
<div><span><span><span><span>Arrive in Kusadasi ,</span></span><span><span>you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for private sightseeing.</span></span><br />&#x0D; <strong><span>&nbsp;</span></strong><br />&#x0D; <span>First, you will visit the <strong>House of Virgin Mary</strong>, where the Virgin is said to have lived the last years of her life. The building was rediscovered in the late 19<sup>th</sup> century by Lazartis from Smyrna based on the vision of a German nun.&nbsp; The site is officially declared a shrine of the Roman Catholic Church and visited by Pope Paul&nbsp;VI in 1967, Pope John Paul II in 1979 and Pope Benedict XVI in 2007.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span>Then, visit <strong>Ephesus<em>,</em></strong> famous throughout the ancient world for its Temple of Artemis.&nbsp; You will first visit Odeon Theatre where the state affairs used to be held. Then, view The <strong>Temple of Hadrian</strong></span> is one of the main attractions at <a href="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/turkey/ephesus.htm"><span><span>Ephesus</span></span></a>, with a beautiful arch on the front facade and interesting reliefs of Medusa. According to the belief of Ephesians, the Medusa head on the porch, would protect the city from its enemies.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Next, you will visit the newly excavated spectacular </span></span><strong><span><span>The Terrace Houses</span></span>&nbsp;</strong><span><span>on the Curetes street belonged to the rich people of Ephesus. Many of them were three-storied and had peristyles surrounded by rooms without windows but included frescoes and mosaics of mythological scenes. Some of the frescoes were scenes from the comedies of Menander and the tragedies of Euripides. They were luxuriously furnished private houses with fountains and central heating. Between the street and houses was a portico with a mosaic floor, behind which were shops.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span>Proceed to the <strong>Celsus Library</strong></span> is a Roman mausoleum and library built in the early 2nd century AD. The Library of Celsus was commissioned by the Julius as a mausoleum for his father, Roman governor of the Asian Provinces. It is one of the most beautifully reconstructed buildings in <a href="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/turkey/ephesus.htm"><span><span>Ephesus</span></span></a>, it has become an icon of the ancient city.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong><span>The Great Theatre</span></strong><em>, </em>dates back to the Hellenistic period. It&nbsp;<span><span>is one of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus which </span></span><span>has the capacity of 25,000 seats. The theatre was used for concerts, plays and religious, political and philosophical discussions and for gladiator and animal fights. </span><strong><span>Marble Road</span></strong><span>,</span> <span>runs between the Library of Celsus and the theater and is a part of the sacred&nbsp; walk way.&nbsp;&nbsp;</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span>Last, visit the <strong>Church of Mary</strong></span> that is a church of great historical significance located in <span><a href="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/turkey/ephesus.htm"><span><span>Ephesus</span></span></a>. It is also known as the <strong><span>Double Church</span></strong><strong>,</strong> because it is thought one aisle was dedicated to the Virgin and the other to St. John, and the <strong><span>Council Church</span></strong> because the Council of Ephesus is believed to have been held here.</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong><span>Lunch</span></strong><span> <u>recommended</u> at a local restaurant.&nbsp;</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span>Next, you will see the <strong>Basilica of St. John</strong>,where John and the Virgin Mary went between 42 and 48&nbsp;AD and lived. Three hundred years after the death of Saint John</span>, a small chapel on the Ayasuluk Hill was constructed over his grave in the 4<sup>th</sup> century AD. This church was replaced in the 6<sup>th</sup> century AD by a huge basilica built by the Emperor Justinian, the impressive ruins of which are still visible.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span>Last, visit The <strong>Temple of Artemis</strong> also known less precisely as Temple of <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Diana_(mythology)" title="Diana (mythology)"><span>Diana</span></a></span>, was a <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Greek_temple" title="Greek temple"><span>Greek temple</span></a> dedicated to <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Artemis" title="Artemis"><span>Artemis</span></a> completed around 550 BC at <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ephesus" title="Ephesus"><span>Ephesus</span></a>. The monument was one of the <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seven_Wonders_of_the_Ancient_World" title="Seven Wonders of the Ancient World"><span>Seven Wonders of the Ancient World</span></a>.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span>At the end of your tour, you can return to Kusadasi for some shopping in town or visit one of the carpet villages along the way before embarking the ship. &nbsp;If you are not interested in shopping, please advise your guide that you would like to return directly to the ship.</span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<span>&nbsp;</span><br trebuchet="" />&#x0D; <font color="#0d0d0d"><b><u>Inclusions:</u></b></font></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>1 full&nbsp;day of sightseeing in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver in Ephesus</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span><span><span>Private chauffeur driven a/c deluxe vehicle throughout the program.</span></span></span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Officially license, English speaking guide throughout the tour program.</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees to all museums, parks, and historic sites as marked on the itinerary.</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Bottled water provided throughout the tour.&nbsp;</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Welcome Package</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>VAT taxes.</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><font color="#0d0d0d"><b><u>Exclusions:&nbsp;</u></b></font></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Gratuities to the Guide &amp; Driver</span></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>At the discretion of the guests</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Personal expenses of the guests</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Recommended lunch</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span></div>&#x0D;
Kusadasi Port - Ephesus & Didyma & Miletus (Full Day Tour)
<p><span><span>Arrive in Kusadasi, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for private full day sightseeing.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; First, visit <strong>Ephesus,</strong> famous throughout the ancient world for its Temple of Artemis.&nbsp; You will first visit Odeon Theatre where the state affairs used to be held. Then, view The <strong>Temple of Hadrian</strong> is one of the main attractions at <a href="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/turkey/ephesus.htm"><span>Ephesus</span></a>, with a beautiful arch on the front facade and interesting reliefs of Medusa. According to the belief of Ephesians, the Medusa head on the porch, would protect the city from its enemies.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span>Next, you will visit the newly excavated spectacular </span><strong><span>The Terrace Houses</span>&nbsp;</strong><span>on the Curetes street belonged to the rich people of Ephesus. Many of them were three-storied and had peristyles surrounded by rooms without windows but included frescoes and mosaics of mythological scenes. Some of the frescoes were scenes from the comedies of Menander and the tragedies of Euripides. They were luxuriously furnished private houses with fountains and central heating. Between the street and houses was a portico with a mosaic floor, behind which were shops.</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; <span>Proceed to The <strong>Celsus Library</strong> is a Roman mausoleum and library built in the early 2nd century AD. The Library of Celsus was comissioned by the Julius as a mausoleum for his father, Roman governor of the Asian Provinces. It is one of the most beautifully reconstructed buildings in <a href="http://www.sacred-destinations.com/turkey/ephesus.htm"><span>Ephesus</span></a>, it has become an icon of the ancient city.</span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>The Great Theatre</strong><em>, </em>dates back to the Hellenistic period. It&nbsp;<span>is one of the most impressive buildings in Ephesus which </span>has the capacity of 25,000 seats. The theatre was used for concerts, plays and religious, political and philosophical discussions and for gladiator and animal fights. <strong>Marble Road</strong>, runs between the Library of Celsus and the theater and is a part of the sacred&nbsp; walk way.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Then, you will drive approximately 1&frac12; hours to visit the ancient cities of Miletus and Didyma.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Lunch</strong><u> suggested</u> at&nbsp;a local restaurant.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Next, visit <strong>Miletus</strong><span> an ancient city located near the present Akkoy at the mouth of the Buyuk Menderes (Meander) River, owed its importance to its position on trade routes. It was one of the largest cities in Anatolia with a population of between 80,000 and 100,000. Highly prosperous, it founded many colonies and was the home of the 6C&nbsp;BC philosophers Anaximander, Anaximenes, and Thales, the town planner Hippodamus and architect Isidorus. Miletus seems to have produced geniuses the way Aphrodisias produced sculptors.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Last, you will visit <strong>Didyma</strong>. The word Didyma meant &quot;twins&quot; and was associated by some as being the meeting place of Zeus and Leto to have their twins Apollo and Artemis. Didyma was famed as a prophecy center dedicated to Apollo which served a similar purpose as the Delphi of Anatolia. It was not a city but a sanctuary linked to Miletus by Milesians with a 19&nbsp;km/12&nbsp;m sacred road. However, this road may not have been constructed until the end of the 1C&nbsp;AD. In addition to pilgrimages made by sea, some festivals of drama, music and sports were held there every four years.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong trebuchet=""><u>OUR NET PACKAGE RATE INCLUDES&nbsp;</u></strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>1 full&nbsp;day of sightseeing in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver in Ephesus, Didyma and Miletus.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Private chauffeur driven a/c deluxe vehicle throughout the program</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Licensed professional&nbsp; guide in English language.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, English speaking guide throughout the tour program.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Entrance fees to all museums, parks, and historic sites as marked on the itinerary.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water provided throughout the tour.&nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome Package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>VAT taxes.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong trebuchet=""><u>OUR NET PACKAGE RATE EXCLUDES&nbsp;</u></strong></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities to the Guide &amp; Driver</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>&nbsp;At the discretion of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Suggested lunch</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><span>&nbsp;</span></span></span></p>&#x0D;
Ephesus 3D Experience Full Day Tour – 6 hours
<span><span>Ephesus 3D tour is an extraordinary experience offering an innovative way to visit Ancient Ephesus. Our 3D virtual tour brings you inside the site with accurate replicas of Ephesus, the Celcus Library, Great Theatre and more! By using this technology, you will see reconstructed major sites of the Ancient city. During this experience, your guide will further explain 7 sites; Odeon Theatre, Curetes, Trajan Fountain, Hadrian Gate, Library of Celcus, Commercial Agora&nbsp; and Arcadia way with a visual show of the Ancient Romans featuring live actors! Based on cutting edge technology and the master work of artists - our virtual tour is incredibly accurate.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span><span>Our team of artists, technicians and writers create each 3D tour with a great emphasis on colors, shapes, symmetry, sizes, compositions and proportions. Every element of the Ephesus 3D virtual tour is designed to convey the true atmosphere of the site.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span>Tour Duration: </span></span></span></strong><span><span><span>6 Hours</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span>Tour can operate:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> Morning</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span>Wheelchair Accessible:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> No</span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span>Physical Activity Level:</span></span></span></strong><span><span><span> Moderate </span></span></span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span>Inclusions:</span></span></span></strong>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>English-speaking guide</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Entrance fees and applicable taxes</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Transfers to/from </span></span></span><span><span>Kusadasi Port</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Lunch at a typical Village Restaurant, included unlimited soft drinks and wine</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong><span><span><span>Not Included: </span></span></span></strong></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Gratuities to driver and guide</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; &nbsp;
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Optional Private Excursions

Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!

Istanbul Port - Treasures of Istanbul (Full Day Tour)
<div align="center">&#x0D; <p><span><strong>PORT: ISTANBUL</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><strong>TREASURES OF ISTANBUL</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><strong>Full-Day Tour</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Arrive in Istanbul, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your full- day of private sightseeing.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Your private tour of Istanbul begins with a visit to the <strong>Hippodrome</strong>, which was one of the largest chariot race grounds of the Byzantine Empire. You will take a short walk to the<strong> Blue Mosque</strong>, completed in 1616, it is a triumph of harmony, proportion and elegance. The mosque was a part of a complex also including, tombs, fountains, kitchens, and a bath. The blue Iznik Tiles covering the walls have given the mosque its popular name, Blue Mosque.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Hagia Sophia Mosque</span> is mostly known as one of the most valuable and fascinating structures in the world of art and architecture. It deserves to enter to the collection of the rare works by challenging to the time.&nbsp;The walls of this beautiful piece of architecture are decorated with gorgeous&nbsp;mosaics. UNESCO accepts&nbsp;Hagia Sophia as The World Heritage because of architectural beauty.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><em>** St. Sophia is a mosque and you need to remove your shoes and cover your head, shoulders, knees. It is advised to dress respectfully during visiting.</em></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><strong>Lunch</strong> recommended in an old Ottoman House. You can taste delicious Turkish cuisine in a lovely garden setting.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Next, you will visit the magnificent <strong>Topkapi Palace</strong>, the residence of the sultans for almost three centuries. It is located on the promontory jutting out between the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. The construction of the Topkapi Palace was completed between 1465 and 1478. Being the imperial residence of the sultan, his court and harem, the palace was also the seat of government for the Ottoman Empire. .<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Last, you will continue to explore ninety-two streets of the famous<strong> Grand Bazaar</strong>. The Grand Bazaar is the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of Turkish Handicrafts, Oriental carpets, rare jewels and inexpensive souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. The streets are named according to the trades, such as gold and silver sellers, carpet sellers, booksellers, etc<br />&#x0D; At the end of your day, you will return to the port to embark your ship.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Includes:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - 1 full- day of private sightseeing in Istanbul<br />&#x0D; - Licensed professional guide in English language<br />&#x0D; - Air- conditioned luxury vehicle with professional driver<br />&#x0D; - Entrance fees to museums and sites according to the above itinerary<br />&#x0D; - Bottled water provided throughout the tours<br />&#x0D; - Welcome package<br />&#x0D; - VAT tax</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Not included:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - Gratuities to guide and driver<br />&#x0D; - Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary<br />&#x0D; - Personal expenses of the guests<br />&#x0D; - Recommended lunch</span></p>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; <!-- Facebook Badge START -->&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/seasongtours" target="_TOP" title="Sea Song Tours"><!-- Facebook Badge END --></a></div>&#x0D;
Istanbul Port - Byzantine Highlights- (Half Day Tour)
<div align="center">&#x0D; <p><span><strong>PORT: ISTANBUL<br />&#x0D; BYZANTINE&nbsp;HIGHLIGHTS<br />&#x0D; Half-Day Tour</strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <span>Arrive in Istanbul, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your half day Byzantine Highlights tour.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>First, your private tour of Istanbul begins with a visit to the <strong>Hippodrome</strong>, which was one of the largest chariot race grounds of the Byzantine Empire.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Hagia Sophia Mosque</span> is mostly known as one of the most valuable and fascinating structures in the world of art and architecture. It deserves to enter to the collection of the rare works by challenging to the time.&nbsp;The walls of this beautiful piece of architecture are decorated with gorgeous&nbsp;mosaics. UNESCO accepts&nbsp;Hagia Sophia as The World Heritage because of architectural beauty.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><em>** St. Sophia is a mosque and you need to remove your shoes and cover your head, shoulders, knees. It is advised to dress respectfully during visiting.</em></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Then, you will visit the<strong> Underground Cistern</strong>, a fiant reservoir built by Justinian in the 6th century to bring water to the city to be used in the palaces. It is 70 meters wide and 140 meters long, with a capacity of 80,000 cubic meters of water. It has 336 beautiful columns that support the cistern, two of which are carved with the head of Medusa on the plinth.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>Last, you continue to explore ninety- two streets of the famous <strong>Grand Bazaar</strong>, the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of Turkish Handicrafts, Oriental carpets, rare jewels and inexpensive souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span>At the end your morning experience at 1:00pm, you will return to the port and embark your ship.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Includes:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - 1 half-day of private sightseeing in Istanbul<br />&#x0D; - Licensed professional guide in English language<br />&#x0D; - Entrance fees to museums and sites according to the above itinerary<br />&#x0D; - Private Air-conditioned VIP vehicle with professional driver<br />&#x0D; - Bottled water provided throughout the tours<br />&#x0D; - Welcome Package<br />&#x0D; - VAT taxes</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><u><strong>Not included:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - Gratuities to guide and driver<br />&#x0D; - Personal expenses of the guests<br />&#x0D; - Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary</span></p>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; <!-- Facebook Badge START -->&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/seasongtours" target="_TOP" title="Sea Song Tours"><!-- Facebook Badge END --></a></div>&#x0D;
Istanbul Port - Cultural Istanbul-(Full Day Tour)
<div align="center">&#x0D; <p><strong>PORT: ISTANBUL<br />&#x0D; CULTURAL ISTANBUL<br />&#x0D; Private Full-Day Tour</strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Arrive in Istanbul, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your private full- day sightseeing.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>First, you will visit the <strong>Suleymaniye Mosque</strong>. Built by the great Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan on the order of Sultan Suleiman I (Suleiman the Magnificent), the Suleymaniye Mosque dominates the third hill of old Istanbul, and is strikingly graceful and less ornate than many other imperial mosques, thus lending itself to meditation and quiet reflection.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Next, you will visit the <strong>Church of St. Saviour in Chora</strong>. After St. Sophia, St.Saviour Chora is the most important Byzantine Church in the city. It was built in the 11th century AD. The walls are decorated with breathtaking 14th century AD frescoes and mosaics. The mosaics relate to the life story of Virgin Mary and the life of Christ.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p font-size:="" sans="" source="" text-align:=""><span>Lunch recommended at&nbsp;<span>Hamdi Restaurant</span>&nbsp;serving traditional Turkish Kebaps.</span><br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span>Then, you will discover the</span><strong> Egyptian Bazaar</strong><span>; the second largest covered market in Istanbul. It was constructed in the 1660s as part of the Yeni Camii (New Mosque) complex. The name derives from the herbs, and spices imported from or through Egypt. It is still the best place to buy Turkish delight, dried fruit, exotic spices and herbs.</span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>You will continue to explore ninety-two streets of the famous <strong>Grand Bazaar</strong>. The Grand Bazaar is the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of Turkish Handicrafts, Oriental carpets, rare jewels and inexpensive souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. The streets are named according to the trades, such as gold and silver sellers, carpet sellers, booksellers, etc.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span>Visit the 16th Century palace of the Sultan&rsquo;s Grand Vizier, Ibrahim Pasa, which today houses the <strong>Turkish and</strong> <strong>Islamic Art</strong> <strong>Museum</strong>.&nbsp; The museum contains what many consider to be the finest collection of Islamic artifacts in the world. The museum is well laid out and contains more rare examples of ceramics, Koran cases, calligraphy, textiles, metalwork and illuminated manuscripts. Its antique carpet exhibit is renowned; the&nbsp;carpets, kilims and prayer rugs form one of the richest and oldest collections in the world. </span></span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>At the end of your day, you will return to the port to embark your ship.</span></span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong><u>Includes:</u></strong><br />&#x0D; - 1 full- day of private sightseeing in Istanbul<br />&#x0D; - Air- conditioned luxury VIP vehicle with a professional driver<br />&#x0D; - Licensed professional guide in English language<br />&#x0D; - Entrance fees to museums and sites according to the above itinerary<br />&#x0D; - Bottled water provided on the vehicles.<br />&#x0D; - Welcome package<br />&#x0D; - VAT taxes</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><u><strong>Not included:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - Gratuities to guide and driver<br />&#x0D; - Personal expenses of the guests<br />&#x0D; - Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary<br />&#x0D; - Recommended lunch<span id="cke_bm_143E">&nbsp;</span><span id="cke_bm_124E">&nbsp;</span><span id="cke_bm_179E">&nbsp;</span><span id="cke_bm_178E">&nbsp;</span></span></span></p>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><!-- Facebook Badge START --></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><a href="https://www.facebook.com/seasongtours" target="_TOP" title="Sea Song Tours"><!-- Facebook Badge END --></a></div>&#x0D;
Istanbul Port - Ottoman Collection - (Half-Day Tour)
<p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div>&#x0D; <div align="center">&#x0D; <p><span><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">PORT: ISTANBUL<br />&#x0D; OTTOMAN COLLECTION<br />&#x0D; Half - Day Tour</font></strong></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Arrive in Istanbul, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for a half - day Ottoman Collection tour.</font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Your private tour of Istanbul begins with a visit to the <strong>Blue Mosque</strong>, completed in 1616, it is a triumph of harmony, proportion and elegance. The mosque was a part of a complex also including, tombs, fountains, kitchens, and a bath. The blue Iznik Tiles covering the walls have given the mosque its popular name, Blue Mosque.</font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Next, you will visit the magnificent<strong> Topkapi Palace</strong>, the residence of the sultans for almost three centuries. It is located on the promontory jutting out between the Bosphorus and the Golden Horn. The construction of the Topkapi Palace was completed between 1465 and 1478. Being the imperial residence of the sultan, his court and harem, the palace was also the seat of government for the Ottoman Empire.&nbsp;</font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">Last, you will continue to explore ninety- two streets of the famous <strong>Grand Bazaar</strong>. The Grand Bazaar is the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of Turkish Handicrafts, Oriental carpets, rare jewels and inexpensive souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. The streets are named according to the trades, such as gold and silver sellers, carpet sellers, booksellers, etc</font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">At the end of your morning visits approximately at 1:00pm, you will return to the port to embark your ship.</font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><u><strong>Includes:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - 1 half-day of private sightseeing in Istanbul<br />&#x0D; - Licensed professional guide in English language<br />&#x0D; - Entrance fees to museums and sites according to the above itinerary<br />&#x0D; - Private Air-conditioned VIP vehicle with professional driver<br />&#x0D; - Welcome Package<br />&#x0D; - Bottled water provided throughout the tours<br />&#x0D; - VAT taxes</font></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><u><strong>Not included:</strong></u><br />&#x0D; - Gratuities to guide and driver</font><br />&#x0D; - Personal expenses of the guests<br />&#x0D; - Meals that are not indicated on the itinerary</span></p>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; <!-- Facebook Badge START --><a href="https://www.facebook.com/seasongtours" target="_TOP" title="Sea Song Tours"><!-- Facebook Badge END --></a></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Istanbul: Highlights - 7 hours
<div><span><span>&nbsp;An English speaking officially licenced lecturer/guide will meet the guests at the exit of the Istanbul cruise pier&nbsp;at 08:30&nbsp;am, with a sign reading their names,&nbsp;for a private sightseeing tour of Istanbul. </span></span>&#x0D; <p><span><span>The private tour program will start with the Roman Hippodrome that was a colossal stadium housing horse races around which the socio-political life of the Roman capital was centered. In its great days, it was 1575 feet long, 384 feet wide and held 100,000 spectators. It was the site of chariot racing, gladiator fights, circuses, inaugurations and triumphal parades.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>The tour will continue with a visit to the Blue Mosque- the masterpiece of 17th century Ottoman Architecture, famous for its unique hand made original Iznik Tiles impressing the guests with their rich dominant blue colors and oriental patterns. They have become collectors&rsquo; items today, auctioned at celebrated houses like the Sotheby&rsquo;s.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Next visit will be to the Topkapi Palace and its Imperial Treasury Section that was the center of Ottoman Empire&rsquo;s Government Seat ruling most of the Middle East and the Eastern Europe from this palace for 500 years. </span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Lunch will be served at a recommended local/select restaurants close to the sites. </span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>In the afternoon, visit the World famous Hagia Sophia (The Church of Divine Wisdom), one of the extraordinary masterpieces in the history of World architecture. When a previous church on this site was burned during the Nikka Revolt in 532, Justinian ordered his architect, Isidorus, to build a structure worthy of his empire. Hagia Sophia was completed in only five years and was dedicated on Christmas Day of 537. The building inspired countless generations by its innovations in weight support and construction techniques and what a dome it was: the popular belief was that &lsquo;the dome was suspended from Heaven by an invisible golden chain&rsquo;. In reality it was work of men, but a worldly simulator of the Heavens</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>Finally, visit the Grand Bazaar, more dazzling than any other oriental bazaar, built in 1461 and in service ever since. It contains 3,500 shops employing more than 20,000 people all under one roof. Everything imaginable in the world is for sale here, glittering gold and silver jewelry, antique tiles, leather, and souvenirs. Just seeing and experiencing this fascinating bazaar is a memorable experience.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>At the end of today&rsquo;s private tour, the guests will be transferred back to the cruise pier.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Closed weekly days for sites/museums:</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>St. Sophia is closed on Mondays</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays and official holidays.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Highlights: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Great introduction to Istanbul&#39;s history and culture</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>The tour covers the main highlights of the city</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> <strong>Tour Duration :</strong> 7 hours</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Starting mornings</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> Partial</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Moderate</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Included:</strong> Transportation by a chauffeur driven a/c private vehicle, licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</span></span></p>&#x0D; </div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div></div>&#x0D;
Istanbul: Jewish Heritage Tour - 7 hours
<span><span>An English speaking officially licenced lecturer/guide will meet the guests at the exit of the Istanbul cruise pier&nbsp;at&nbsp;09:00&nbsp;am, with a sign reading their names,&nbsp;for a private sightseeing tour of Istanbul. </span></span>&#x0D; <p><span><span>First visit of the day is to the Galata Tower which was built in 1303 by immigrants from Genoa, Italy. While sipping your Turkish coffee there, you will be amazed at the spectacular view of the Golden Horn and the old buildings located on its shores depicting how Istanbul looked hundreds years ago.<br />&#x0D; The private tour will continue with a visit to the Neve Shalom and the oldest Synagogue in Istanbul- the Ahrida Synagogue, built around 1470 by Jewish immigrants from Macedonia.<br />&#x0D; Lunch will be served at a local restaurant close to the sites.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; The guests will be then taken to the Jewish Museum of Turkey. There is evidence that this building as a former synagogue existed in 1671. However the actual building was re-erected over its original foundations presumably in the early 19th Century. Zulfaris Synagogue has opened its doors as the Jewish museum in 2001. Continue to visit the Balat section, where the Star of David appears.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; At the end of the day,a private lecturer/guide will take the guests back to the cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; Closed weekly days for sites/museums:<br />&#x0D; &bull; Synagogues are closed on Saturdays and Sunday<br />&#x0D; * Neve Shalon Synagogue is closed on Fridays, Saturdays&nbsp;and Sundays<br />&#x0D; &bull; Zulfaris Synagogue (Jewish Museum) is closed on Saturdays.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span>* Please forward us a copy of your guests&rsquo; passport page with the photo, as required by the Chief Rabbi of Istanbul, to obtain His official approval for the synagogue visits in Turkey.</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Added Value: </strong></span></span></p>&#x0D; <span><span> *Great introduction to Istanbul&#39;s Jewish history and culture</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <span><span> *The tour covers the main highlights of the Jewish Heritage in Istanbul</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <span><span> <strong>Tour Duration </strong>: 7 hours</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Starting mornings</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Wheelchair Accessible</strong>: Partial</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Moderate</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Included: </strong>Transportation by a cheaffeur driven a/c private vehicle, a licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><span><span><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</span></span></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Istanbul: Private Art Collections - 7 hours
<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">An English speaking private lecturer/guide will meet you at at the Istanbul cruise pier at 9 am for departure by chauffeur driven a/c deluxe minivan, to start your private sightseeing tour of Istanbul.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Today&rsquo;s private tour will start with a visit to the Istanbul Modern Museum of Art, situated at the shores of the Bosphorus. Istanbul Modern Museum of Art exhibits Turkey&rsquo;s art heritage, and creates a platform for Turkish peoples&rsquo; creativity, dynamism, cultural identity and universal values.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">A drive along the scenic Bosphorus Avenue will take you to the Family Villa of the Sabanci&rsquo;s, the Internationally successful Turkish industrialist, now housing Mr. Sabanci&rsquo;s lifetime collection of rare art pieces and celebrated paintings by Int&rsquo;l and local masters, displayed in his former Family Home, recently donated to his Foundation as a Private Museum.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Lunch will be served at a local seafood restaurant by the shores of the Bosphorus (at your own discretion and cost). </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">After lunch, you will visit Private Museum of Lady Sadberk, donated to the nation by art-loving wife of Vehbi Koc, another leading industrialist. The beautiful, late-Ottoman wooden mansion contains a fabulous collection of Turkish arts and crafts, including jewelry, silverware, and Iznik ceramics of the classic period.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel/cruise pier by 4 pm.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Closed weekly days for sites/museums:</font></strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&bull; Istanbul Modern Museum is closed on Mondays.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&bull; Sabanci: Museum is closed on Mondays. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&bull; Lady Sadberk Han Museum is closed on Wednesdays.</font></font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Added Value: </font></strong></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*Great introduction to Istanbul&#39;s art culture</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*The tour covers the main highlights of art in the city</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour Duration : </strong>7 hours</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour can operate</strong>: Starting mornings</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Wheelchair Accessible: </strong>Partial</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:</strong> Transportation by a chaeffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Istanbul: Private Yacht Cruise along the Bosphorus - 7 hours
<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">An English speaking officially licensed lecturer/guide will meet the guests at the Istanbul cruise pier at 09:00 am for a private sightseeing tour of Istanbul.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Today&rsquo;s tour will start with a visit to the Dolmabahce Palace- the largest and the finest example of Ottoman Baroque Architecture, a monument to the Ottomans&rsquo; westernization process in the 19th century. The Ottoman response to the overwhelming changes in the post-renaissance world was rapid westernization, initiated in the imperial lifestyle at first that gave way to the creation of a series of baroque-style European-fashion palaces on the shores of the Bosphorus. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">You will then board a private boat for a cruise on the Bosphorus against the majestic skyline of Istanbul. Your private boat will cruise along the romantic Bosphorus visiting both the Europe Side and the Asia Side of Istanbul by the shores of local fishing villages, en route when it is possible to take memorable photos of the fascinating environments including the 15th century Rumelihisar? Fortress, the Summer Palaces of Lady Ottoman Sultans, and the historical Wooden Houses (Yalis) of famous Turkish families. The cruise ends on the Asian side of Istanbul.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Lunch will be served at a local seafood restaurants in Kanlica Village by the Bosphorus.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">After lunch, you will proceed to the top of the Grand Camlica Hill, where you will enjoy the panoramic view of the European side of Istanbul. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Your private tour will continue with a visit to the Beylerbeyi Palace, the residence of the Ottoman Sultans in late 19th and early 20th century. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">After this visit, a scenic drive on the Asian shores of the Bosphorus will take you to the Kanlica Village where you will have a taste of the famous &ldquo;local yogurt&rdquo; and &ldquo;apple tea&rdquo; in a local caf&eacute; by the Bosphorus. </font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">At the end of the day, the lecturer/guide will take the guests back to the hotel/cruise ship by 4 pm.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Closed weekly days for sites/museums:</font></strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&bull; Dolmabah&ccedil;e Palace is closed on Mondays and Thursdays.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">&bull; Beylerbeyi Palace is closed on Mondays and Thursdays.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><br />&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Added Value:</strong> </font></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*Great introduction to Istanbul&#39;s history and culture</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour Duration :</strong> 7 hours</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Starting mornings</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Wheelchair Accessible</strong>: No</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Physical Activity Level</strong>: Moderate</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:</strong> Transportation by a chauffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Istanbul: The 16th Century Masterpieces of Sinan the Architect - 7 hours
<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Your English speaking private guide will meet you at the Istanbul cruise pier at 9 am for a private full day sightseeing tour of Sinan the architect&rsquo;s Istanbul buildings.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The private tour will start with a visit to Rustem Pasha Mosque. It was designed by famous &ldquo;Sinan the Architect&rdquo; for Grand Vizier Rustem Pasha. Rustem Pasha Mosque is famous for its exquisite Iznik tiles, set in beautiful floral and geometric designs, which cover not only the facade of the porch but also the walls and columns.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Continue to Mosque of Suleyman the Magnificent, which is the most important of all the imperial mosques in Istanbul. Suleyman the Magnificent and his wife are both buried here and the mosque is considered the most beautiful of the city&rsquo;s Imperial mosques. It was built between 1550 and 1557 by Sinan, and is erected on the crest of a hill. The mosque is conspicuous by its great size, and has four minarets &ndash; one in each corner of the courtyard. The interior is also spectacular; the mihrab (prayer niche facing Mecca) and the mimber (pulpit) are finely carved in white marble, and there are magnificent stained glass windows.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Lunch will be served at a local restaurant close to the sights (at your own discretion and cost).</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">In the afternoon, you will visit the Mihrimah Sultan Mosque located in the Edirnekapi neighborhood near the Byzantine city walls. Located on the peak of the Sixth Hill near the highest point of the city, the mosque is a prominent landmark in Istanbul. The Mihrimah Sultan Mosque was designed by &quot;Sinan the Architect&quot; for the favorite daughter of Suleiman the Magnificent, Princess Mihrimah.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Last visit of the day will be to the Sehzade Mosque which was commissioned by Sultan Suleiman in memory of his eldest son by H&uuml;rrem, Prince Mehmet, who died the age of 21. It was the first major commission by the Imperial Architect Sinan and was completed in 1548. It is considered by architectural historians as Sinan&#39;s first masterpiece of classical Ottoman architecture.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">At the end of the tour, you will be transferred to your hotel/cruise ship by 4 pm.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Added Value: </font></strong></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*Great introduction to Sinan the Architect&#39;s masterpieces</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">*The tour covers the masterpieces of Sinan the Architect in Istanbul</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour Duration :</strong> 7 hours</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Starting mornings</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Wheelchair Accessible</strong>: Partial</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Physical Activity Level: </strong>Moderate</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:</strong> Transportation by a chauffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:</strong> Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Istanbul Full Day Sightseeing plus Private Bosphorus Cruise - 8 hours
<span><span><strong>Highlights/Description:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Dolmabahce Palace</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Cruise on Bosphorus</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>R&uuml;stem Pasha Mosque</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Spice Bazaar</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your English-speaking, private guide will meet you at the cruise pier for your full day sightseeing tour of Istanbul.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; First, you will proceed to explore the 19th Century Dolmabahce Palace to experience its eclectic style of architecture with Baroque and Rococo touch. Compared to Topkap? Palace, Dolmabah&ccedil;e is more westernized in its architectural style. You will enjoy its elaborate interior decoration.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will next board a private motor yacht for a relaxing cruise on the Bosphorus, which has been a geopolitically important strait between Europe and Asia connecting the Black Sea to the Marmara Sea. You will pass by some magnificent palaces, old mansions and fortresses.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Next, you will see the R&uuml;stem Pasha Mosque, which is among the city&#39;s architectural gems. This is the first example of the great Ottoman architect Mimar Sinan building a mosque to an octagonal plan. Beautifully proportioned and the interior is covered in some of the most exquisite Iznik tiles ever produced. The tiles, made at the height of Iznik&#39;s supremacy, have a good deal of the famous red color that was the envy of other tile makers (blue, yellow, white and green were easy colors to produce, but red was extraordinarily difficult.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will explore the Spice Bazaar (Egyptian Bazaar). It was constructed in the 17th Century as a part of the New Mosque complex. This oriental market is the best place to buy Turkish delight, exotic spices, herbs, Turkish coffee and tea.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Before you will be transferred back to the port, your guide will take you to the backstreets of the Spice Bazaar to taste a traditional Ottoman drink: Boza (fermented millet) at the famous Vefa Bozacisi.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of the tour, your private guide will transfer you back to your hotel or cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, private guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transfers to/from port in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Parking fees and entrance fees of the sites/museums stated in the tour program</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Applicable taxes</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span> <strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Meals, unless otherwise noted</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Jewish Heritage Half Day Tour (Istanbul) - 4 hours
<span><span><strong>Highlights/Description:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Galata Quarter</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Ahrida Synagogue</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Jewish Museum</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Grand Bazaar</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your English-speaking, private guide will meet you at the cruise pier for your half day sightseeing tour of Istanbul.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your private tour will start with a visit to the old Galata Quarter, a Jewish quarter for centuries. Visit to the Galata Tower, which was built in 1303 by immigrants from Genoa, Italy. A medieval stone tower in the heart of Pera quarter just to the north of the Golden Horn. One of the city&#39;s most striking landmarks, it is a high, cone-capped cylinder that dominates the skyline and affords a panoramic vista of Old Istanbul and its environs. You will enjoy the spectacular view of the city.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Next visit will be to the Ottoman Baroque style Ahrida Synagogue originally built in the 15th century and is the earliest synagogue in Istanbul.&nbsp; The original 20-foot long oak bimah (teva), shaped either like Noah&rsquo;s Ark or, like the Ottoman ship which brought the Sephardim to freedom from Spain to Turkey, can still be seen.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your private tour will continue with a visit to the Jewish Museum of Turkey, which is housed in the former Zulfaris Synagogue, aims to &ldquo;collect, preserve, exhibit, interpret and disseminate knowledge about the cultural heritage of the Turkish Jews.&rdquo; It captures 700 years of amiable relations between Jews and Turks, beginning in 1326 with the Ottoman conquest of Bursa. The building itself dates from the early 19th century, although there is evidence of a Synagogue in the same spot in the 17th century. The Synagogue functioned as a place of worship for over a century, and was reopened as the Quincentenial Foundation Museum of Turkish Jews (Jewish Museum of Turkey) in 2001.The Museum contains various exhibits relating to Jewish history in Istanbul and is fitted with information panels, maps and some touch screen information booths.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Lastly visit the famous Grand Bazaar, the largest and the oldest covered Bazaar in this part of the world with more than 4000 small shops. You will see a great variety of Turkish handicrafts, handmade oriental carpets, jewelry and many souvenirs within the old market.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to the cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning or Afternoon (not available on the Sabbath or Jewish Holidays)<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, private guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transfers to/from port in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Parking fees and entrance fees of the sites/museums stated in the tour program</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Applicable taxes</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Meals, unless otherwise noted</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Old City of Istanbul Full Day Tour - 8 hours
<span><span><strong>Highlights/Description:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Roman Hippodrome and Egyptian Obelisk</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Blue Mosque</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Haghia Sophia</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Topkapi Palace</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Basilica Cistern</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Grand Bazaar</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your English-speaking, private guide will meet you at the cruise pier for your full day sightseeing tour of Istanbul with a deluxe air-conditioned mini-van.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will first visit the Roman Hippodrome, along with the Egyptian Obelisk, and then proceed to the Blue Mosque, which was built in between 1609-1616. The Blue tiles cover the walls have given its popular name &ldquo;Blue Mosque&rdquo;.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Next visit will be to one of the great monumental buildings of the world Haghia Sophia that was built by Emperor Justinian in 537. It has remained as the greatest church until the conquest of Constantinople in 1453 by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmet II. The great dome and its gallery were covered with gold mosaics and still survive.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Proceed to the magnificent Topkap? Palace, which has been the residence of the Ottoman Sultans for almost four centuries. Besides being the residence of the Sultan and his family, Topkap? was also the seat of the Ottoman Divan. 5000 people lived in the palace. You will see the Sultan&rsquo;s Treasury and the Holy Relics exhibition.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will continue to the Underground Cistern (Basilica Cistern), which is the most unusual structure in the city. This was a vital part of defense system of the city as a big water reservoir, which can hold 18 million gallons of water.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Lastly visit the famous Grand Bazaar, the largest and the oldest covered Bazaar in this part of the world with more than 4000 small shops. You will see a great variety of Turkish handicrafts, handmade oriental carpets, jewelry and many souvenirs within the old market.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Before you are transferred back to your hotel or the cruise pier, you will visit the best baklava factory to taste this awesome dessert.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to the cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>8 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, private guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transfers to/from port in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Parking fees and entrance fees of the sites/museums stated in the tour program</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Applicable taxes</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Meals, unless otherwise noted</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Old City of Istanbul Half Day Tour - 4 hours
<span><span><strong>Highlights/Description:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Roman Hippodrome</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Egyptian Obelisk</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Blue Mosque</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Haghia Sophia &ndash;OR&ndash; Topkapi Palace</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Grand Bazaar</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Your English-speaking, private guide will meet you at the cruise pier for your half day sightseeing tour of Istanbul with a deluxe air-conditioned mini-van.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; You will first visit the Roman Hippodrome, along with the Egyptian Obelisk, and then proceed to the Blue Mosque, which was built in between 1609-1616. The Blue tiles cover the walls have given its popular name &ldquo;Blue Mosque&rdquo;.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; *Next visit will be to one of the great monumental buildings of the world Haghia Sophia that was built by Emperor Justinian in 537. It has remained as the greatest church until the conquest of Constantinople in 1453 by the Ottoman Sultan Mehmet II. The great dome and its gallery were covered with gold mosaics and still survive.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong><em>OR </em></strong><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; *Next visit will be to the magnificent Topkap? Palace, which has been the residence of the Ottoman Sultans for almost four centuries. Besides being the residence of the Sultan and his family, Topkap? was also the seat of the Ottoman Divan. 5000 people lived in the palace. You will see the Sultan&rsquo;s Treasury and the Holy Relics exhibition.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Lastly visit the famous Grand Bazaar, the largest and the oldest covered Bazaar in this part of the world with more than 4000 small shops. You will see a great variety of Turkish handicrafts, handmade oriental carpets, jewelry and many souvenirs within the old market.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your tour, you will be transferred back to the cruise pier.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; * You have the option to choose Topkapi Palace or St. Sophia<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour Duration: </strong>4 Hours<br />&#x0D; <strong>Tour can operate:</strong> Morning<br />&#x0D; <strong>Wheelchair Accessible:</strong> No<br />&#x0D; <strong>Physical Activity Level:</strong> Moderate<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <strong>Inclusions:</strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Officially licensed, private guide</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Transfers to/from port in an air-conditioned luxury vehicle</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Parking fees and entrance fees of the sites/museums stated in the tour program</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome package</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Applicable taxes</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; <span><span><strong>Not Included: </strong></span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Meals, unless otherwise noted</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Istanbul Port - Private Bosphorus Cruise (Half Day)
<div><span>Arrive in Istanbul, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your private cruise on the Bosphorus and visit to Grand Bazaar.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span>You will transfer to pier to embark your <strong>private yacht </strong>for <strong>an exciting cruise on the </strong></span><strong>Bosphorus</strong>, the narrow strait of water separating the Asian and European continents and the lifeblood of Istanbul.&nbsp; Passing along the shores of the Bosphorus you will view magnificent palaces, restored Ottoman villas, impressive fortresses and the waterside residences of Istanbul&rsquo;s elite.&nbsp; Enjoy soft drinks tea and coffee on the motor yacht and see a different perspective of Istanbul, described by a Byzantine visitor in the 12<sup>th</sup> century as &ldquo;the city of the world&rsquo;s desire&rdquo;. Cruise takes approximately 1&frac12;hours.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Then, you will visit the <strong>Grand Bazaar</strong>, the largest and oldest covered Bazaar in Turkey with more than 4,000 shops. A variety of handicrafts, carpets, rare jewels and souvenirs all sold in small shops next to each other. The merchants are selling everything from antiques, home wares, books, copper ware, ceramics, gold and inexpensive souvenirs. Venture into the hidden courtyards or hans, lookout for marble fountains and ornate kiosks.&nbsp; Streets are named according to the trades and the most oriental atmosphere in Istanbul is found in the bazaar.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <span>At the end of your experience, approximately at 1:00pm, you will return to the port to embark your ship.</span><br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <strong trebuchet=""><u><span>Inclusions:</span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>1 half&nbsp;day of sightseeing in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Services of an officially licensed, English speaking guide throughout the tour program.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bosphorus cruise on a private yacht for 1&frac12; hours.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water provided through the tour.&nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome Package.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>VAT taxes.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><br trebuchet="" />&#x0D; <span><strong trebuchet=""><u><span>Exclusions:</span></u></strong></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities to the Guide &amp; Driver</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>&nbsp;At the discretion of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Istanbul Port - Private Cooking Class in a Local Home with Market Visit
<div><span><span>Arrive in Istanbul,&nbsp; you will meet your professional guide, outside of the terminal building at the port for your private cooking class experience at Turkish Flavours.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; First you will embark on a culinary tour in the &nbsp;<strong>Spice Market</strong>, you will stop at one of the most famous spice shops and taste the different spices that you will use during your class.&nbsp; After your culinary tour in the Spice Market, you will take a local ferry to <strong>Kadikoy</strong>, on the Asian side of Istanbul &nbsp;to transfer to the local home.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;</span></span>&#x0D; <p><span>You will enjoy the workshop for your <strong>cooking experience</strong>. You will cook some traditional Turkish food with a professional chef. You will have lunch with the food you prepared and have a chance to taste what you have cooked with local wine.&nbsp;</span><span>Put your chef hats on and get cooking! Learn authentic recipes from local experts &amp; chefs on a one of a kind private cooking class in Istanbul.</span></p>&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <span><span>&nbsp;At the end of your experience, you will return to the port .<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; <b><u>Inclusions:</u></b></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Private Cooking Class experience.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>A&nbsp;deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver </span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span><span>Private chauffeur driven a/c deluxe vehicle throughout the program.</span></span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Services of an officially licensed, English speaking guide throughout the tour program.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Local ferry tickets.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water provided throughout the tour.&nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome Package.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>VAT taxes.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong trebuchet=""><u>Exclusions:</u></strong></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities to the Guide &amp; Driver</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>&nbsp;At the discretion of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Istanbul Port - Private Culinary Walking Tour ( Half Day Tour)
<div><span><span>Arrive in Istanbul, you will meet your professional guide, holding a name sign outside of the terminal building at the port for your half day culinary adventure through the Spice Bazaar.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; <br />&#x0D; You will visit the <strong>Egyptian Bazaar,</strong> the second largest covered market in Istanbul.&nbsp; It was constructed in the 1660s as part of the Yeni Camii (New Mosque) complex. The name derives from the herbs, and spices imported from or through Egypt. It is still the best place to buy Turkish delight, dried fruit, exotic spices, herbs, nuts, Turkish apricots and&nbsp; cavier.&nbsp; Around the bazaar , you can also find the cheese shops, fruits and vegetables.&nbsp;<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; After your experience, you can have a break at one of the Turkish tea shops in the bazaar area and enjoy a Turkish or herbal tea.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; At the end of your morning visits approximately at 1:00pm, you will return to the port.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br />&#x0D; Afternoon at leisure.<br />&#x0D; &nbsp;<br trebuchet="" />&#x0D; <strong trebuchet=""><u>Inclusions:</u></strong></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>1 half&nbsp;day of sightseeing in a deluxe air-conditioned vehicle with a professional driver.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Licensed professional guide in English language.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Services of Sea Song Tour&rsquo;s English speaking, officially licensed guide throughout the tour program.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Entrance fees to all museums, parks, and historic sites as marked on the itinerary.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Bottled water provided through the tour.&nbsp;</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Welcome Package.</span></span></li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>VAT taxes.</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <div><span><span><strong trebuchet=""><u>Exclusions:&nbsp;</u></strong></span></span></div>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul trebuchet="">&#x0D; <li><span><span>Gratuities to the Guide &amp; Driver</span></span>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul>&#x0D; <li><span><span>&nbsp;At the discretion of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; </li>&#x0D; <li><span><span>Personal expenses of the guests</span></span></li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D;
Istanbul: Edirne Highlights - 11 hours
<p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">An English speaking private lecturer/guide will meet you at Istanbul cruise pier at 8 am and you will be driven to Edirne (approx. 3 hours), known formerly as Adrianople and was the second capital of the Ottoman Empire. Edirne is situated in Thrace, in westernmost Turkey on the border of Greece and is known for the Selimiye Mosque, built in the 16th century by the famous architect Sinan. The mosque&#39;s main structure comprises 18 small domes dominated by a huge central dome on 8 columns with 3 balconied minarets on 4 sides.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">The tour will include visits to Selimiye &amp; Complex (Vakiflar), Turkish - Islamic Works Museum The works are exhibited in the room numbered 14 in Dar - &uuml;l Tedris Madrasa in the courtyard of Selimiye Mosque with the Archaeological and Ethnographical Museums, In the hand works part, there is a village kitchen, Carpet, Kilim and Rush Mat weaving looms are located and other incredible mosques such as the Yildirim Mosque, Uc Serefeli Mosque and the Beyazit II Mosque.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Lunch will be served at local restaurant close to the sights, at your own cost.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">There are also impressive caravanserais such as the Rustem Pasha and the lively restored Arasta and Bedesten bazaars. You may also see some beautiful Ottoman bridges in Edirne and around the area, such as Uzunkopru, which was also built by the architect Sinan. In the evening You will be transferred back to your cruise ship around 7 pm.</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2">Added Value:</font></strong></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">*Great introduction to the former Ottoman capital city of Edirne</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif">*The tour covers the main highlights of the city</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; <font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Tour Duration</strong>&nbsp;: 10-11 hours</font>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Tour can operate:</strong>&nbsp;Starting mornings</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Wheelchair Accessible:&nbsp;</strong>Partial</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Physical Activity Level:&nbsp;</strong>Moderate</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Included:</strong>&nbsp;Transportation by a cheaffeur driven a/c private vehicle, an officially licensed bilingual private lecturer/guide, entrance fees to the sites/museums</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><font face="Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif" size="2"><strong>Not Included:&nbsp;</strong>Gratuities to the guide and driver, meals and personal expenses</font></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p></p>&#x0D;
Istanbul - At Your Leisure Tour - 8 Hours (Provided by Travelive)
&#x0D; <p class="style1"><strong>At Your Leisure Option: </strong>Please see below for details on this option.</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p>You decide where to go and what to see.</p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong>Included:</strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul type="disc">&#x0D; <li>Private Luxury Sedan with English-Speaking guide and driver for 8 hours</li>&#x0D; <li>Bottled water in the vehicle</li>&#x0D; <li>Gratuities to guide and driver**</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; &#x0D; <p><strong>Excluded:</strong></p>&#x0D; &#x0D; <ul type="disc">&#x0D; <li>Cost of meals and refreshments other than bottled water</li>&#x0D; <li>Entrance fees</li>&#x0D; <li>Items of personal nature</li>&#x0D; </ul>&#x0D; *Mileage restrictions may apply.<br />&#x0D; **Gratuities have been prepaid. Additional gratuities are at guest&rsquo;s discretion.
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Silversea Cruises: Silver Dawn
Silver Dawn is both classic yet modern, she is the natural evolution of the fleet. Large enough to offer eight dining options – including the superb Sea and Land Taste (S.A.L.T.) programme – yet small enough for the famed Silversea on board ambience, Silver Dawn inherits the best features of her sister ships Silver Muse and Silver Moon, but is in a class all of her own. Sumptuous suites, outstanding itineraries plus cutting-edge design and technology, Silver Dawn sets new standards of luxury. Let’s wake up to a new dawn with Silversea.
Ship Statistics
Year Built
2021
Year Refurbished
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Year Entered Present Fleet
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Previous Name
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Country of Registry
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Tonnage (GRT)
40700
Guests (Lowers)
596
Total Guests
596
Passenger Decks
8
Number of Crew
411
Officers' Nationality
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Cruise/Hotel Staff Nationality
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Total Rooms
298
Suites
298
Balconies
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Ocean/River View
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Interior
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Accessible
4

Suite

Vista Suite (VS) Call for Price
Vista Suite
  • Category: VS
  • Deck 4
Size: 334 sq. ft./31 sq. m.
Wheelchair Accessible Suite: 440-646 sq. ft./41-60 sq. m.
Comfortable, spacious and offering stupendous ocean views, the Vista Suite carries its name very well! Wake up to wide ocean views, breakfast to the sound of the waves lapping at the side of the ship or simply relax with the in-suite entertainment system and comfy sofas. Some Vista Suites are a little larger than standard – perfect for the guests with limited mobility. If you have ever wanted a home away from home on the high seas, the vista Suite is it.
• Sitting area
• Twin beds or queen-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a marble bathroom with vanity and separate shower (no full-sized bath)
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe, wheelchair accessible suites fitted with cupboards and wardrobe with personal safe
• Writing desk
• One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV
• Interactive Media Library
• Unlimited Standard Wifi
Vista Suite (VI) Call for Price
Vista Suite
  • Category: VI
Size: 334 sq. ft./31 sq. m.
Wheelchair Accessible Suite: 440-646 sq. ft./41-60 sq. m.
Comfortable, spacious and offering stupendous ocean views, the Vista Suite carries its name very well! Wake up to wide ocean views, breakfast to the sound of the waves lapping at the side of the ship or simply relax with the in-suite entertainment system and comfy sofas. Some Vista Suites are a little larger than standard – perfect for the guests with limited mobility. If you have ever wanted a home away from home on the high seas, the vista Suite is it.
• Sitting area
• Twin beds or queen-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a marble bathroom with vanity and separate shower (no full-sized bath)
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe, wheelchair accessible suites fitted with cupboards and wardrobe with personal safe
• Writing desk
• One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV
• Interactive Media Library
• Unlimited Standard Wifi
Panoramic Suite (PS) Call for Price
Panoramic Suite
  • Category: PS
  • Deck 9
Size: 334 sq. ft./31 sq. m.
Beautiful elegant furnishings are the perfect choice to soothe and relax as you sail from one destination to the next. Large windows flood the room with light, making for luxurious sea views whether it’s morning, noon or night! Panorama suites are the perfect accompaniment to a Silver Suite for larger parties, or just perfect on their own. With all the mod cons that you would expect from an ultra-luxury cruise line, Panorama Suites offer comfort, space and style! Available as a one bedroom configuration.
• Sitting area
• Twin beds or queen-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe
• Writing desk
• One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV
• Interactive Media Library
• Unlimited Standard Wifi
Panoramic Suite (PA) Call for Price
Panoramic Suite
  • Category: PA
  • Deck 9
Size: 334 sq. ft./31 sq. m.
Beautiful elegant furnishings are the perfect choice to soothe and relax as you sail from one destination to the next. Large windows flood the room with light, making for luxurious sea views whether it’s morning, noon or night! Panorama suites are the perfect accompaniment to a Silver Suite for larger parties, or just perfect on their own. With all the mod cons that you would expect from an ultra-luxury cruise line, Panorama Suites offer comfort, space and style! Available as a one bedroom configuration.
• Sitting area
• Twin beds or queen-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe
• Writing desk
• One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV
• Interactive Media Library
• Unlimited Standard Wifi
Classic Veranda Suite (CV) Call for Price
Classic Veranda Suite
  • Category: CV
  • Deck 6
  • Deck 5
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 9
Size: 387 sq. ft./36 sq. m. including veranda (64 sq. ft./6 sq. m.)
A lower-bow location makes the Classic Veranda Suite a comfortable choice for travellers. A lovely comfortable bed – available in a twin or queen bed configuration – with a choice of mattress makes sure that you enjoy the best night’s sleep of your life, while the seating area is perfect for in-suite dining. But perhaps the Classic Veranda’s best feature lies outside the suite – with the 6sq. m. veranda for which the suite was named.
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Sitting area
• Twin beds or queen-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe
• Writing desk
• One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV
• Interactive Media Library
• Unlimited Standard Wifi
Superior Veranda Suite (SV) Call for Price
Superior Veranda Suite
  • Category: SV
  • Deck 9
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 7
Size: 387 sq. ft./36 sq. m. including veranda (64 sq. ft./6 sq. m.)
A superior location makes the Superior Veranda Suite, well … superior! From the sumptuous views from the teak veranda to the spacious sitting room and large marble bathroom, everything about the Superior Veranda has been designed for your comfort. So settle in and get comfortable, order some 24-hours room service from your butler and enjoy a bit of R&R.
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Sitting area
• Twin beds or queen-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe
• Writing desk
• One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV
• Interactive Media Library
• Unlimited Standard Wifi

Deluxe Veranda Suite (DX) Call for Price
Deluxe Veranda Suite
  • Category: DX
  • Deck 8
  • Deck 7
  • Deck 6
Size: 387 sq. ft./36 sq. m. including veranda (64 sq. ft./6 sq. m.)
After a busy day of on shore exploring, the Deluxe Veranda Suite is the perfect home away from home. Spacious and well-situated, enjoy ultra-luxury amenities from the 24-hour butler service to the well-stocked mini-bar (and yes, they’re all included!). Not forgetting the teak veranda from which the suite takes her name, the Deluxe Veranda is the perfect setting for making perfect memories.
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Sitting area
• Twin beds or queen-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe
• Writing desk
• One 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV
• Interactive Media Library
• Unlimited Standard Wifi
Silver Suite (SL) Call for Price
Silver Suite
  • Category: SL
  • Deck 11
  • Deck 10
  • Deck 9
Size: One Bedroom: 786 sq. ft./73 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
         Two Bedroom: 1119 sq. ft./104 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
A Silversea favourite and by far the best-selling suite! The Silver Suite is one of the foundations of ultra-luxury cruising. Take travelling to a whole new level with the Silver Suite’s unparalleled levels of service, comfort and of course style! Available in either a one bedroom, a two bedroom or wheelchair accessible configuration, Silver Suites are fully equipped for the discerning traveller. Whether enjoying the spectacular views from the veranda or relaxing in the large sitting room, Silver Suites offer a comfortable haven on the high seas.
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
• Sitting area and Separate dining area and Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with full-sized bath
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a marble bathroom with vanity and separate shower (no full-sized bath as illustrated)
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe and Vanity table and Writing desk
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm cm flat-screen HD TV in bedroom two
• Interactive Media Library and Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine and Unlimited Premium Wifi
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Silver Suite
  • Category: S2
  • Deck 9
Size: One Bedroom: 786 sq. ft./73 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
         Two Bedroom: 1119 sq. ft./104 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
A Silversea favourite and by far the best-selling suite! The Silver Suite is one of the foundations of ultra-luxury cruising. Take travelling to a whole new level with the Silver Suite’s unparalleled levels of service, comfort and of course style! Available in either a one bedroom, a two bedroom or wheelchair accessible configuration, Silver Suites are fully equipped for the discerning traveller. Whether enjoying the spectacular views from the veranda or relaxing in the large sitting room, Silver Suites offer a comfortable haven on the high seas.
• Veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors
• Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
• Sitting area and Separate dining area and Twin beds or king-sized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, full-sized bath, separate shower, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with full-sized bath
• Wheelchair accessible suite has a marble bathroom with vanity and separate shower (no full-sized bath as illustrated)
• Walk-in wardrobe with personal safe and Vanity table and Writing desk
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm cm flat-screen HD TV in bedroom two
• Interactive Media Library and Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine and Unlimited Premium Wifi
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Royal Suite
  • Category: R1
  • Deck 7
Size: One Bedroom: 1130 sq. ft./105 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
         Two Bedroom: 1528 sq. ft./142 sq. m. including veranda (194 sq. ft./18 sq. m.)
With just two Royal Suites on board, this stateroom is in a class all of its own! Spacious and dignified, commanding and majestic, there’s no secret to why it has named this suite Royal. Ample indoor space with a living room (including state of the art entertainment systems), twin beds that can be joined upon demand and even an adjoining bedroom if required, the Royal Suite is the answer when travelling with the family! Not to mention unlimited Wi-Fi, a sumptuous marble bathroom and spacious teak veranda, the Royal Suite is fit for a king! Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as a two-bedroom by adjoining with a Veranda suite.
• Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, bedroom two has additional veranda
• Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
• Sitting area, bedroom two has additional sitting area and Separate dining area
• Twin beds or king-sized bed, bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with full-sized bath
• Custom-made luxury bed mattresses and Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe
• Vanity table(s) and Writing desk(s)
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in bedroom two
• Interactive Media Library and Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine and Unlimited Premium Wifi
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Royal Suite
  • Category: R2
Size: One Bedroom: 1130 sq. ft./105 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
         Two Bedroom: 1528 sq. ft./142 sq. m. including veranda (194 sq. ft./18 sq. m.)
With just two Royal Suites on board, this stateroom is in a class all of its own! Spacious and dignified, commanding and majestic, there’s no secret to why it has named this suite Royal. Ample indoor space with a living room (including state of the art entertainment systems), twin beds that can be joined upon demand and even an adjoining bedroom if required, the Royal Suite is the answer when travelling with the family! Not to mention unlimited Wi-Fi, a sumptuous marble bathroom and spacious teak veranda, the Royal Suite is fit for a king! Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as a two-bedroom by adjoining with a Veranda suite.
• Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, bedroom two has additional veranda
• Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
• Sitting area, bedroom two has additional sitting area and Separate dining area
• Twin beds or king-sized bed, bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with full-sized bath
• Custom-made luxury bed mattresses and Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe
• Vanity table(s) and Writing desk(s)
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in bedroom two
• Interactive Media Library and Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine and Unlimited Premium Wifi
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Grand Suite
  • Category: G1
Size on Deck 8: One Bedroom: 1572 sq. ft./146 sq. m. including veranda (570 sq. ft./53 sq. m.)
                          Two Bedroom: 1970 sq. ft./183 sq. m. including veranda (635 sq. ft./59 sq. m.)
Size on Deck 9: One Bedroom: 1472 sq. ft./137 sq. m. including veranda (474 sq. ft./44 sq. m.)
                          Two Bedroom: 1873 sq. ft./174 sq. m. including veranda (538 sq. ft./50 sq. m.)                
A grand traveller needs a grand suite, So get ready to scale new heights of comfort in the ultra-luxury Grand Suite. Situated at the front of the ship for the most spectacular views, the Grand Suite is for travellers who like the finer things in life. A large veranda, furnished with sunbeds, makes for perfect memories. Indoors, the sumptuous seating area and cosy bedrooms are the very definition of relaxing in style. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms by adjoining with a Veranda Suite.
• Two verandas with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, bedroom two has additional veranda
• Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
• Sitting area, bedroom two has additional sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Twin beds or king-sized bed, bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with fullsized bath
• Custom-made luxury bed mattresses
• Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe, Vanity table(s) and Writing desk(s)
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in bedroom two
• Interactive Media Library
• Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine
• Unlimited Premium Wifi
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Grand Suite
  • Category: G2
Size on Deck 8: One Bedroom: 1572 sq. ft./146 sq. m. including veranda (570 sq. ft./53 sq. m.)
                          Two Bedroom: 1970 sq. ft./183 sq. m. including veranda (635 sq. ft./59 sq. m.)
Size on Deck 9: One Bedroom: 1472 sq. ft./137 sq. m. including veranda (474 sq. ft./44 sq. m.)
                          Two Bedroom: 1873 sq. ft./174 sq. m. including veranda (538 sq. ft./50 sq. m.)                
A grand traveller needs a grand suite, So get ready to scale new heights of comfort in the ultra-luxury Grand Suite. Situated at the front of the ship for the most spectacular views, the Grand Suite is for travellers who like the finer things in life. A large veranda, furnished with sunbeds, makes for perfect memories. Indoors, the sumptuous seating area and cosy bedrooms are the very definition of relaxing in style. Available as a one-bedroom configuration or as two-bedrooms by adjoining with a Veranda Suite.
• Two verandas with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, bedroom two has additional veranda
• Living room with convertible sofa to accommodate an additional guest
• Sitting area, bedroom two has additional sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Twin beds or king-sized bed, bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with fullsized bath
• Custom-made luxury bed mattresses
• Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe, Vanity table(s) and Writing desk(s)
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV in bedroom two
• Interactive Media Library
• Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine
• Unlimited Premium Wifi
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Owner's Suite
  • Category: O1
  • Deck 9
Size: One Bedroom: 947-1055 sq. ft./88-98 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
         Two Bedroom: 1281-1389 sq. ft./119-129 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
Available in a one or two bedroom configuration (so perfect for families) the Owner’s suite is the epitome of elegance at sea. A large seating area is the hub of the suite, equipped with all mod cons – think a Bose sound system, an interactive 55” TV and even an Illy coffee machine! Whether inside or relaxing on the large teak veranda, the Owner’s suite offers supreme comfort every hour of the day!
• Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, bedroom two has additional large picture window
• Living room with sitting area, bedroom two has additional sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Twin beds or king-sized bed, bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with shower
• Custom-made luxury bed mattresses
• Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe
• Vanity table(s) and Writing desk(s)
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV inbedroom two
• Interactive Media Library
• Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine
• Unlimited Premium Wifi
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Owner's Suite
  • Category: O2
  • Deck 9
Size: One Bedroom: 947-1055 sq. ft./88-98 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
         Two Bedroom: 1281-1389 sq. ft./119-129 sq. m. including veranda (129 sq. ft./12 sq. m.)
Available in a one or two bedroom configuration (so perfect for families) the Owner’s suite is the epitome of elegance at sea. A large seating area is the hub of the suite, equipped with all mod cons – think a Bose sound system, an interactive 55” TV and even an Illy coffee machine! Whether inside or relaxing on the large teak veranda, the Owner’s suite offers supreme comfort every hour of the day!
• Large veranda with patio furniture and floor-to-ceiling glass doors, bedroom two has additional large picture window
• Living room with sitting area, bedroom two has additional sitting area
• Separate dining area
• Twin beds or king-sized bed, bedroom two has additional twin beds or queensized bed
• Marble bathroom with double vanity, separate shower and full-sized bath, plus a powder room, bedroom two has additional marble bathroom with shower
• Custom-made luxury bed mattresses
• Walk-in wardrobe(s) with personal safe
• Vanity table(s) and Writing desk(s)
• One 55” / 140 cm and one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TVs in main suite, plus one 40” / 102 cm flat-screen HD TV inbedroom two
• Interactive Media Library
• Bose® Sound system with bluetooth connectivity
• Illy® espresso machine
• Unlimited Premium Wifi
Port, security and handling fees, government fees and taxes are included in the fare. Price does not include airfare, transfers and airline government fees and taxes.

Cruise Only Fares are in US dollars, per person, based on double occupancy.

All fares are quoted in US Dollars.

Deck 11

Stateroom Key

  • Silver Suite (SL)
Deck 10

Stateroom Key

  • Silver Suite (SL)
Deck 9

Stateroom Key

  • Owner's Suite (O1)
  • Owner's Suite (O2)
  • Silver Suite (S2)
  • Superior Veranda Suite (SV)
  • Panoramic Suite (PA)
  • Silver Suite (SL)
  • Panoramic Suite (PS)
  • Classic Veranda Suite (CV)
Deck 8

Stateroom Key

  • Superior Veranda Suite (SV)
  • Deluxe Veranda Suite (DX)
  • Classic Veranda Suite (CV)
Deck 7

Stateroom Key

  • Royal Suite (R1)
  • Superior Veranda Suite (SV)
  • Deluxe Veranda Suite (DX)
Deck 6

Stateroom Key

  • Classic Veranda Suite (CV)
  • Deluxe Veranda Suite (DX)
Deck 5

Stateroom Key

  • Classic Veranda Suite (CV)
Deck 4

Stateroom Key

  • Vista Suite (VS)
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