Autumn 2017

Award-Winning Cruise Specialists Exclusive River, Small Ship and Luxury Cruises

01756 706506 www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Welcome to the latest exclusive Contents brochure from Blue Water Holidays - Award-winning cruise specialists As Autumn fast approaches and the nights draw cruise from Sri Lanka to India and the idyllic in, what better way to spend the long evenings Andaman Islands next Christmas and New than planning your next cruise holiday. Relax in Year. Venture into Arctic waters on brand new front of a roaring log fire with a cup of tea (or Scenic Eclipse, with its on-board submarine glass of wine!) and enjoy browsing this bumper and helicopters, or explore the white continent issue of our brochure, packed full of inspiring and of Antarctica in style on Hurtigruten’s cutting- unique small ship, river and luxury cruises. We’ve edge new expedition ship, Roald Amundsen. The included exciting new destinations alongside superb new ships from Viking Ocean Cruises can some of our all-time favourites to give you a real now explore even more destinations, including flavour of the wonderful opportunities available dramatic Alaska and some of the Caribbean’s in the world of cruising. best islands. Take a romantic sailing cruise from Singapore It’s our second annual Yorkshire Cruise Show to Phuket via some of the world’s most tranquil on 26 September, and we look forward to islands, cruise the coast of New England and once again welcoming our customers to the Canada in the fall in luxury, or pick up the pace wonderful Kings Hall and Winter Garden in Ilkley on an incredible voyage around the highlights to meet some of the world’s leading cruise lines. of Australia and New Zealand. Closer to home, With free entry, fascinating presentations and an the sparkling Croatian coast is a must-visit exciting prize draw, this is an unmissable event if destination, with its beautiful islands, National you are interested in cruising. If you can’t make it Parks and UNESCO-listed cities easily explored to the cruise show, please do feel free to pop into on a small ship cruise. For Formula 1 fans, we our Skipton office to meet our friendly team and offer an exclusive Monaco Grand Prix sailing find out more about what we offer. cruise with included Grandstand tickets, or As the award-winning experts in small ship, if you prefer not to fly, we have a collection river and luxury cruising, we have a dedicated of cruises departing from a choice of UK team of cruise specialists to help you plan your ports to destinations including the Norwegian ideal holiday – just call us on 01756 706506. fjords, remote Scottish lochs and exciting With first-hand experience of many ships and Spanish fiestas. Classical music lovers will be destinations, we can make booking your perfect interested in our Rhine and Danube river cruises cruise plain sailing all the way. Remember, with exclusive concerts and music recitals in if you have a particular cruise in mind but magnificent venues throughout the heart of can’t see it in this brochure, just visit our website Europe. at www.bluewaterholidays.com to explore There are some amazing new ships launching hundreds more cruises. in 2018/19 and we are very excited to be With best wishes showcasing some of them in this brochure. Emerald Radiance is the new ship from Emerald Waterways and sets the standard for cruising on the scenic river Douro in Portugal. Uniworld recently launched SS Joie de Vivre, a beautiful new river ship with décor inspired by 20th Juliet Archer century Parisian design, to cruise the river Seine from Paris. Managing Director Further afield, experience Le Lapérouse, a new P.S. Book with confidence – we are ABTA and all-balcony luxury ship from Ponant, on a festive ATOL bonded for your financial peace of mind.

All prices and offers are based on two adults sharing a cabin, are correct at time of going to press, subject to availability, apply to new bookings only, cannot be applied retrospectively and can be withdrawn at any time. Terms and conditions apply. All the flight-inclusive holidays in this brochure are financially protected by the ATOL scheme. When you pay you will be supplied with an ATOL Certificate. Please ask for it and check to ensure that everything you booked (flights, cruise, hotels and other services) is listed on it. Blue Water Holidays Ltd is a company registered in England and Wales, number 4085664. Registered Office: Bowers Wharf, Skipton, North Yorkshire, BD23 2PD.

Blue Water 2 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn 4 Delightful Danube - APT 5 Secrets of the Douro - Emerald Waterways 6 Monaco Grand Prix Sailing Cruise - Star Clippers 7 Dalmatian Coast and Montenegro - Variety Cruises 8 Imperial Jewels of China - Viking River Cruises 9 Majestic Burma - APT 11 Rhine Getaway - Viking River Cruises 12 Singapore to Phuket - Star Clippers 13 The Cuba Experience - Voyages to Antiquity 14 Bordeaux Wine Region - Scenic 15 Normandy Coast from Paris - Uniworld Boutique River Cruises 16 History of the British Isles - Cruise and Maritime Voyages 17 Fiestas and Fireworks - Saga 18 Classical Music River Cruises - Amadeus River Cruises 19 Jewels of Burgundy and Provence - CroisiEurope 20 Classical Greece Megayacht Cruise - Variety Cruises 21 Dramatic Dalmatia - Riviera Travel 22 Antarctica and the Chilean Fjords - Hurtigruten 23 Galápagos Luxury Expedition - Silversea 25 Rhine and Moselle - Riviera Travel 26 Sea Lochs of the Lower Clyde - Hebridean Island Cruises 27 Land of Fire and Ice - Voyages to Antiquity 28 Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights - APT 29 Christmas and New Year in India and Asia - Ponant 30 Treasures of Russia - Volga Dream 31 Bhutan and Brahmaputra River Cruise - Far Horizon 33 Arctic Highlights Voyage - Hurtigruten 34 Windward Islands Sailing Cruise - Star Clippers 35 Magnificent Europe - APT 36 Iceland and Atlantic Canada - Scenic 37 Australia and New Zealand - Viking Ocean Cruises 39 Wonders of the Fjords - Cruise and Maritime Voyages 41 Sicily and the Amalfi Coast - Star Clippers 42 Seychelles Garden of Eden - Variety Cruises 43 Alaska and the Inside Passage - Viking Ocean Cruises 45 Gems of Southeast Europe - AmaWaterways 46 New England Grandeur - Crystal Cruises 47 West Indies Explorer - Viking Ocean Cruises

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 3 Delightful Danube Discover the quintessential medieval city of Regensburg, the charming towns of Melk and Dürnstein, and musical Vienna on this 8-night premium cruise holiday along the Danube, with a hotel stay in historic Nuremberg, return flights from the UK and special Insider Experiences

Enjoy an overnight hotel stay in Nuremberg, before joining your ship and setting sail for medieval Regensburg, home to an impressive cathedral. Enjoy a special Insider Experience on board with a Bavarian evening featuring traditional entertainment and delicacies. Save up to 48%! Discover Passau's magnificent Baroque buildings, explore Melk's spectacular Benedictine from £1195pp Abbey which towers over the Danube, and wander along Dürnstein's winding cobbled streets. Continue to the enchanting city of Vienna for an overnight stop. Enjoy a drive around the renowned Ringstrasse and sample local specialities at the famous Naschmarkt on an included Insider Experience, or perhaps take Departures the opportunity to visit the grand Schönbrunn 2018: Apr 1; May 6, 17, 20; Jun 3, 14, 17; Palace. See the sights of Hungary's capital, Jul 1, 12, 15, 29; Aug 9, 12, 26; Sep 6, 9, 23; Budapest, from the Hungarian Parliament to Oct 4, 7, 21; Nov 4 Fisherman's Bastion, before enjoying a twilight cruise through the heart of the city. Itinerary Day 1 UK to Nuremberg, Germany Day 2 Nuremberg, Germany. Embark ship Day 3 Regensburg, Germany Day 4 Passau, Germany and Linz, Austria Your Holiday Includes Day 5 Melk and Dürnstein, Austria • 7-night full board cruise Day 6-7 Vienna, Austria • 1-night hotel stay at Le Meridien Grand Day 8 Budapest, Hungary Hotel, Nuremberg About Day 9 Budapest, Hungary to UK • Return flights from the UK APT Premium Ships • Overseas transfers • Guided shore excursions These premium river ships carry up to • Unique Insider Experiences 170 passengers and include spacious • Complimentary local wine, beer and soft cabins with plush furnishings, and drinks with lunch and dinner on board ship the lounge and restaurant afford • Complimentary tea and coffee on board panoramic views. Complimentary Wi-Fi ship is available on board. Enjoy fine dining • Welcome Reception and Captain’s every night with fresh regional cuisine, Farewell Dinner and entertainment including inspiring • All tipping and gratuities guest speakers and local performers. • Port and airport taxes

Lead price based on 21 Oct 2018

Blue Water 4 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Secrets of the Douro Explore picturesque Port-wine country along the golden river Douro in Portugal on this captivating 7-night roundtrip cruise from Porto. Includes return flights from the UK, shore excursions and complimentary drinks with lunch and dinner

This wonderful cruise on board brand new Emerald Radiance, one of the best ships sailing the Douro, takes you through beautiful scenery along the unspoilt river, where terraced vineyards Save up to £1600 per rise from the riverbanks and medieval towns lie hidden in the rural hillsides. couple plus receive Visit the Port-producing village of Pinhão and explore the Roman ruins of Lamego. You will then sample tapas in the colourful, Spanish town of Salamanca and enjoy dinner at a traditional wine 250 Euro OBC per cabin! estate in Pocinho. Marvel at the prehistoric pp carvings at the Coa Valley Museum and learn from £1345 about local wine-making in Régua before heading back to the wine caves and boutiques Departures of Porto. Included EmeraldPLUS activities range from an on-board Port cocktail-making 2018: Apr 7, 14, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; lesson and cookery demonstration to a rural Jun 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Jul 7, 14, 21, 28; Aug 4, 11, 18, 25; 1, 8, 15, 22; 13, 20, 27; dinner at a wine estate, and EmeraldACTIVE Sep Oct 3, 10, 17, 24; 1 offerings include yoga lessons, a canoeing Nov Dec trip and a guided hike through vineyards. Itinerary Your Holiday Includes Day 1 UK to Porto, Portugal • 7-night full board cruise Day 2 Porto and Pinhão, Portugal • Return flights from regional airports Day 3 Pinhão, Portugal and Vega de Terron, • Overseas transfers Spain • Guided shore excursions Day 4 Salamanca, Spain • 4 EmeraldACTIVE and 5 EmeraldPLUS Day 5 Pocinho, Portugal activities About Emerald Radiance Day 6 Régua, Portugal • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks Day 7 Porto, Portugal with lunch and dinner Launched in 2017, the stylish Emerald Day 8 Porto, Portugal to UK • Complimentary tea and coffee Radiance is custom-built to sail the • Welcome Reception and Captain’s beautiful River Douro. She carries 112 Farewell Dinner guests in modern, spacious cabins, • Complimentary Wi-Fi with those on the Vista and Horizon • All tipping and gratuities decks featuring a balcony. Public • Port and airport taxes areas include the Horizon Bar and

Lead price based on 10 Nov 2018 Lounge, and Reflections Restaurant serving delicious cuisine. The large Extension Sun Deck features a golf putting green, games area, heated Serenity Pool, sky • Lisbon Extension: Enjoy a 3-night hotel barbecue and walking track. stay in Lisbon from £375pp

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 5 Monaco Grand Prix Sailing Cruise Experience the thrill of the 2018 Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix on this glamorous 7-night sailing cruise from Cannes to Portofino, Corsica and Sardinia on board superb tall ship Royal Clipper, with included grandstand tickets, return flights from the UK and overseas transfers

Discover the glamorous French Riviera and beautiful Corsica on this once-in-a-lifetime sailing cruise, with the highlight being the most hotly anticipated date on the Formula 1 calendar - the Monaco Grand Prix. Sailing from Cannes, arrive in Monaco and soak up the electric atmosphere of the legendary race with your included grandstand tickets. Exclusive package with After the excitement of the Grand Prix, visit the chic village of Portofino on the Italian Grand Prix tickets, return Riviera, popular with the rich and famous, flights and transfers! before exploring the diverse natural and historical treasures of Corsica. Relax in the from £2599pp tranquil paradise of Porquerelles, one of the spectacular Isles d’Hyeres, and the beautiful Provencal village of Sanary-sur-Mer, with pastel houses lining the yacht-filled harbour. Departures Itinerary 2018: May 26 Day 1 UK to Cannes, France Day 2 Monte Carlo, Monaco Monaco Grand Prix Day 3 Portofino, Italy Day 4 Calvi, Corsica Day 5 Alghero, Sardinia Day 6 Plage d'Arone Day 7 Porquerolles, Iles d'Hyeres and Sanary-sur-Mer, France Day 8 Cannes, France to UK About Star Clippers Your Holiday Includes About Royal Clipper Imagine the thrill of a sailing cruise, but with • 7-night full board cruise The Royal Clipper reflects the grand all the comforts and luxuries of a modern • Return flights from the UK age of sail, but with state of the ship - this is the Star Clippers experience. • Overseas transfers art navigation systems and every Small enough to visit ports unreachable by • Grandstand K tickets for the 2018 comfort, carrying just 228 guests in large cruise ships, yet large enough to offer Monaco Grand Prix style, with large open deck and three superb dining and onboard amenities, these • Complimentary tea, coffee and water swimming pools. The 3-deck atrium are true clipper ships of the new age of sail - • Complimentary use of ship’s watersports funnels sunlight into the elegant blending the romance of the legendary era of and snorkelling equipment where possible dining room, with its superb cuisine sailing ships with the comforts of a modern • Port and airport taxes and no-tie dress code

cruise vessel. Lead price based on 26 May 2018

Blue Water 6 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Dalmatian Coast and Montenegro Explore the medieval treasures of the Dalmatian Coast and Montenegro on this 7-night yacht cruise, with highlights including UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik and the stunning walled city of Kotor. Includes relaxing swim stops and return flights from the UK

Cruise from the historic city of Dubrovnik along the breathtaking Croatian coast to Montenegro on this relaxing holiday on board 34-passenger motor yacht Callisto. See the sights of UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik, known as the 'Pearl of the Adriatic', and discover the majestic Save 10% on cruise cost! Diocletian's Palace in the city of Split before pp sailing to the quaint island of Rab with its from £1899 beautiful churches. Continue to Šibenik, gateway to the colourful Krka National Park, and the verdant island of Hvar, home to pine forests, vineyards, Departures orchards and lavender fields. Take the 2018: Jun 10, 24; Jul 8, 22; Aug 5, 19; opportunity to join a wine tasting on the Sep 2, 16, 30; Oct 14 beautiful island of Korčula before cruising the breathtaking fjord of Kotor Bay in Montenegro and perhaps enjoy a refreshing swim stop in the crystal clear waters. Itinerary Day 1 UK to Dubrovnik, Croatia Day 2 Split, Croatia Day 3 Rab, Croatia Day 4 Šibenik, Croatia Day 5 Hvar and Korčula, Croatia Day 6 Korčula, Croatia Day 7 Kotor, Montenegro and Dubrovnik, About Callisto Croatia Elegant motor yacht Callisto was Day 8 Dubrovnik, Croatia to UK refurbished in 2015 and carries just 34 guests in a relaxed, informal Your Holiday Includes atmosphere. Spacious public rooms include dining room, lounge and • 7-night full board cruise bar area with large picture windows • Return flights from the UK and two sun decks to admire the • Overseas transfers passing scenery. The swimming • Complimentary tea, coffee and bottled platform allows you to swim and water snorkel from the ship in sheltered • Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment bays.

Lead price based on 10 Jun 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 7 Imperial Jewels of China Explore the highlights of China in just 15 days on this magnificent itinerary which includes a 6-night Yangtze river cruise and hotel stays in Shanghai, Xian and Beijing. Includes return flights from the UK, transfers and guided shore excursions

Enjoy a 2-night hotel stay in the cosmopolitan city of Shanghai where you can watch the world Save up to £1000pp! famous Shanghai Acrobatic Troupe and stroll along the elegant Bund. Join stylish ship Viking from £2895pp Emerald in ancient Wuhan for your cruise along the mighty Yangtze River, taking in the awe- inspiring scenery of the iconic Three Gorges and Departures the striking limestone pinnacles of the Goddess Stream, not forgetting the impressive Three 2018: Mar 19*, 28, 31*; Apr 9, 12*, 24*; Gorges Dam. May 3, 6*, 15, 18*, 27, 30*; Jun 8, 11*, 20; 22*, 31; 3*, 12, 15*, 24, 27*; 6, See the giant pandas at Chongquing Zoo (Shanghai Aug Sep Oct 9*, 18, 21*, 30; Nov 2*, 11 to Beijing direction only) before enjoying a 2-night *Itinerary operates in reverse hotel stay in Xian, during which you'll discover the thousands of Terracotta Warriors buried with Emperor Qin Shi Huang. During a 3-night hotel stay in diverse Beijing, exciting excursions include a walk along the UNESCO-listed Great Wall of China and a visit to the Forbidden City, the world's largest surviving palace complex. Stroll along the Sacred Way, a tree-lined avenue guarded by large animal sculptures leading to the Ming Dynasty tomb and visit Tiananmen Square, the world's largest public square. Your Holiday Includes About Viking Emerald • 6-night full board cruise Accommodating 256 guests with full Itinerary • 2-night Shanghai hotel stay, 2-night balconies, hotel-style beds in every Xian hotel stay, 3-night Beijing hotel spacious suite and stateroom and UK to Shanghai, China Day 1 stay an outstanding crew, Viking Emerald Shanghai, China Day 2-3 • Return flights from the UK is one of the most sophisticated river Wuhan, China Day 4-5 • Overseas transfers and internal flights ships in the region. Day 6 Jingzhou, China in China Day 7 Three Gorges Dam • Guided shore excursions Day 8 Three Gorges and Lesser Three Gorges • Complimentary house wine, beer and Day 9 Shibaozhai, China soft drinks with lunch and dinner on Extensions Day 10 Chongqing and Xian, China board ship • Shanghai Extension: A 2-night pre-cruise Day 11 Xian, China • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board ship extension is available from £329pp Day 12-14 Beijing, China • All port and airport taxes • Beijing Extension: A 2-night post-cruise Beijing, China to UK Day 15 Lead price based on 30 Oct 2018 extension is available from £399pp

Blue Water 8 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Majestic Burma Immerse yourself in the rich culture of atmospheric Burma on this premium 16-night Irrawaddy river cruise holiday, visiting dazzling temples, ancient monasteries and local villages, with return flights from the UK and unique Insider Experiences

Join your contemporary ship the Princess Panhwar in Yangon, Burma's spiritual heart. Visit the shimmering gold Shwedagon Pagoda whose huge stupa is encrusted with over 4,500 diamonds, and enjoy a city tour to see the impressive colonial buildings. Immerse yourself in local life along the Irrawaddy river with visits to colourful markets, traditional villages and fascinating workshops. See magnificent Companion flies FREE! pagodas in Pyay including the Shwesandaw Pagoda before heading to the ancient ruins from £3795pp at Sri Ksetra. Spend a full day exploring the temples and pagodas of Bagan, one of the most awe- inspiring archaeological sites in the world, Departures and watch the sunset from the revered 2018: Mar 9*, 23; Apr 6*; Sep 7, 21*; Oct 5, Ananda Temple. Cruise to the pottery village 19*; Nov 2, 16*, 30; Dec 14*, 28 of Yandabo to observe craftsmen at work 2019: Jan 11*, 25; Feb 8*, 22; Mar 8*, 22; and join a horse and cart tour of the ancient Apr 5* imperial capital of Inwa with highlights Itinerary * Itinerary operates in reverse including the renowned leaning Inwa Tower. UK to Yangon, Burma The beautiful town of Mingun is home to Day 1 Yangon, Burma the famous Mingun Bell and the remarkable Day 2-3 Danuphyu and Hinthata, Burma unfinished stone Mingun temple, and in Day 4 Myanaung, Burma Mandalay visit the spectacular Mahamuni Day 5 Pyay and Sri Ksetra, Burma Pagoda and the intriguing Kuthodaw Pagoda, Day 6 Thayetmyo, Burma home to the 'World's Largest Book'. A gondola Day 7 ride beneath the breathtaking U Bein Bridge Day 8 Minhla and Magwe, Burma at sunset will ensure unforgettable memories Day 9 Salay, Burma of this captivating country Day 10 Tantkyi Hill, Burma Day 11 Bagan, Burma Day 12 Yandabo, Burma Your Holiday Includes Day 13 Inwa, Burma About Princess Panhwar Sagaing and Mingun, Burma • 14-night full board cruise Day 14 Launched in 2016, Princess Panhwar • Return flights from the UK Day 15 Mandalay, Burma is a boutique river cruise ship, custom- • Overseas transfers Day 16 Mandalay, Burma to UK built to cruise the Irrawaddy in Burma. • Guided shore excursions and unique Day 17 Arrive UK With just 36 air-conditioned balcony Insider Experiences cabins, the ship offers an intimate • Complimentary house wine, local beer and Extension cruising experience. Public areas soft drinks with lunch and dinner • Burma and Inle Lake Extension: include the stylish lounge and spacious • All tipping and gratuities Enjoy the 16-night Majestic Burma cruise Sun Deck from where you can admire • Port and airport taxes plus 3-night hotel stay at Inle Lake the ever-changing scenery. Lead price based on 7 Sep 2018 from £5095pp

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 9 Save up to £1,000pp on 2018 Viking River Cruises £50PP ON BOARD SPEND TOO OFFER ENDS 30 SEPTEMBER 2017

Wachau Valley, Austria

Southern France St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow

Only Viking gives you the most Choose your cruise for 2018: So much included: inspiring choice of itineraries, Romantic Danube Return flights from Manchester or the biggest fleet of innovative 8 days from £1,045pp Leeds Bradford river ships, the greatest value March - December Deluxe river-view stateroom inclusions AND a special low Budapest • Vienna • Krems • Passau Choice of delicious on board meals price for booking in advance. Regensburg • Nuremberg Complimentary wine, beer and soft *Price based on E cat stateroom 15 Dec 2018 departure With more experience than any drinks with lunch and dinner on board other river cruise line, Viking Lyon and Provence Free Wi-Fi* and tea and coffee on board promises you a journey like 8 days from £1,395pp no other at a price you can’t March - December Complimentary guided tours afford to miss. Lyon • Vienne • Tournon • Avignon On board talks and entertainment Arles • Avignon *Price based on E cat stateroom 21 Nov 2018 departure Waterways of the Tsars 8 days from £2,595pp May - October St Petersberg • Mandrogy • Kizhi Kuzino • Yaroslavl • Uglich • Moscow *Price based on DX cat stateroom 9 Oct 2018 departure

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Prices and availability are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. From prices are per person based on two people sharing the lowest available stateroom grade on selected 2018 departure dates. From prices shown include £1,000pp early booking discount. Prices are valid until 30 September 2017. Single supplements apply. *Restrictions apply. Save up to £1,000pp on 2018 Viking River Cruises Rhine Getaway Journey from Amsterdam to Basel in style discovering dramatic castles, medieval towns and spectacular scenery on this superb 7-night river cruise. Includes return flights from the UK, guided excursions and £50PP complimentary drinks with meals ON BOARD SPEND TOO OFFER ENDS 30 SEPTEMBER 2017

Wachau Valley, Austria

Your river cruise adventure begins in the Netherlands, where you'll explore the many canals of historic Amsterdam and take a tour of a Kinderdijk windmill and flood management systems. Save up to £1000pp Reaching Germany, enjoy a walking tour of Cologne and a visit to its grand Gothic cathedral. plus receive £50pp OBC! Step back in time as you stroll through the cobbled streets of charming Koblenz and see its Southern France St. Basil’s Cathedral, Moscow traditional half-timbered houses, then explore the local culture as you tour the wine village of from £1145pp Rüdesheim. Cruise through the scenic Rhine gorge and admire the castles silhouetted against the sky, and visit beautiful Marksburg Castle and the ruins of Heidelberg Castle. Continue to France, where Strasbourg, the capital of Alsace, Departures welcomes you. Experience the lush landscape Only Viking gives you the most Choose your cruise for 2018: So much included: 2018: 23, 30, 31; 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, of the Black Forest from Breisach before Mar Apr inspiring choice of itineraries, Romantic Danube Return flights from Manchester or 21, 27, 28; May 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26; arriving in Basel, Switzerland. 1, 2, 8, 9, 15, 16, 22, 23, 29, 30; 6, 7, the biggest fleet of innovative 8 days from £1,045pp Leeds Bradford Jun Jul river ships, the greatest value 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28; Aug 3, 4, 10, 11, 17, 18, March - December Deluxe river-view stateroom Itinerary 24, 25, 31; Sep 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 22, 28, 29; inclusions AND a special low 5, 6, 12, 13, 19, 20, 26, 27; 2, 3, 9, 10, Budapest • Vienna • Krems • Passau UK to Amsterdam, Holland Oct Nov price for booking in advance. Choice of delicious on board meals Day 1 16, 17, 23, 24, 30; 1, 7, 8, 14, 15, 21, 28 Regensburg • Nuremberg Kinderdijk, Holland Dec Complimentary wine, beer and soft Day 2 Most dates also operate in reverse *Price based on E cat stateroom 15 Dec 2018 departure Day 3 Cologne, Germany With more experience than any drinks with lunch and dinner on board Day 4 Koblenz and Rüdesheim, Germany other river cruise line, Viking Lyon and Provence Free Wi-Fi* and tea and coffee on board Day 5 Heidelberg and Speyer, Germany promises you a journey like 8 days from £1,395pp Day 6 Strasbourg, France no other at a price you can’t March - December Complimentary guided tours Day 7 Breisach, Germany Your Holiday Includes Lyon • Vienne • Tournon • Avignon On board talks and entertainment Day 8 Basel, Switzerland to UK afford to miss. • 7-night full board cruise • Arles Avignon • Return flights from regional airports. *Price based on E cat stateroom 21 Nov 2018 departure Eurostar is available at a supplement Waterways of the Tsars • Overseas transfers • Guided shore excursions About Viking Longships 8 days from £2,595pp • Complimentary wine, beer and soft May - October drinks with lunch and dinner Reflecting Scandinavian style and St Petersberg • Mandrogy • Kizhi • Complimentary tea, coffee and bottled design, the Viking Longships are the Kuzino • Yaroslavl • Uglich • Moscow water largest fleet on the rivers of Europe. • Welcome Reception and Captain’s Innovatory features include energy- *Price based on DX cat stateroom 9 Oct 2018 departure Extensions Farewell Dinner efficient hybrid engines and the all-new • Amsterdam Extension: Enjoy a 2-night stay • Complimentary Wi-Fi Aquavit Terrace indoor/outdoor area at at the Movenpick Hotel Amsterdam or similar • Port and airport taxes the bow of each ship for viewing, relaxing

from £329pp Lead price based on 15 Dec 2018 and casual dining. Each ship carries • Lucerne Extension: Enjoy a 2-night stay at 190 guests in comfortable cabins. O er ends 30 October 2017 the Radisson Blu or similar from £399pp

Prices and availability are correct at the time of going to print but are subject to change. From prices are per person based on two people sharing the lowest available stateroom grade on selected 2018 departure dates. From prices shown include £1,000pp early booking discount. Prices are valid until 30 September 2017. Single supplements apply. *Restrictions apply. Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 11 Singapore to Phuket A unique 10-night holiday including a 3-night hotel stay in the cosmopolitan city of Singapore and a 7-night authentic sailing cruise to Malaysia and some of Thailand's most beautiful islands, with return flights from the UK and overseas transfers

During your hotel stay in the heart of Singapore, perhaps explore the Botanic Gardens, Orchard Road shopping district and famous Raffles Hotel. Board Star Clipper for a unique voyage under Exclusive full sail across the Andaman and Java sea, to idyllic ports of call. Malacca, a UNESCO World sail and stay package! Heritage Site, was once the centre of the Malay world, with its ruined Portuguese fort and St from £2699pp Paul's Church which overlooks the Malacca Strait and Dutch Square. Visit the archipelago of Langkawi, its Departures picturesque paddy fields and jungle-clad hills 2018: 21 surrounded by turquoise sea, offering superb Nov duty-free shopping and fantastic diving and snorkelling. Vist Phang Nga Bay with its magnificent limestone karsts rising from the Your Holiday Includes emerald waters, and the Similan archipelago, considered one of the best diving locations • 7-night full board cruise in the world, before this fascinating holiday • 3-night hotel stay in Singapore on B&B concludes in beautiful Phuket. basis • Return flights from the UK • Overseas transfers • Complimentary tea, coffee and water on board ship • Complimentary use of ship’s watersports and snorkelling equipment where possible About Star Clipper • Port and airport taxes Star Clipper combines the heritage of Lead price based on 21 Nov 2018 a true sailing ship with the amenities of a modern cruise ship, with spacious Itinerary accommodation and expansive teak decks, open-seating dining, two bars About Star Clippers UK to Singapore Day 1 and impeccable service. Carrying just Singapore Imagine the thrill of a sailing cruise, but with all Day 2-4 170 guests in pampered comfort, the comforts and luxuries of a modern ship - this Day 5 Malacca, Malaysia life on board is blissfully relaxed, like is the Star Clippers experience. Small enough Day 6 At sea travelling on a private yacht. to visit ports unreachable by large cruise ships, Day 7 Langkawi, Malaysia yet large enough to offer superb dining and Day 8 Ko Adang, Thailand onboard amenities, these are true clipper ships Day 9 Ko Hong and Phang Nga Bay, of the new age of sail - blending the romance Thailand Similar itineraries available of the legendary era of sailing ships with the Day 10 Ko Similan or Ko Miang, Thailand Winter 2017/18 and 2018/19 comforts of a modern cruise vessel. Day 11 Phuket, Thailand to UK

Blue Water 12 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn The Cuba Experience Immerse yourself in the colourful culture and history of Cuba on this unique 8-night cruise holiday, with included excursions to bring this fascinating country to life, return flights from the UK and overseas transfers

Explore captivating Cuba, a country synonymous with the legendary figures of Hemingway, Fidel Castro and Che Guevara. Spend time in Havana, the country's revolutionary heart, where Save up to £600 per cabin! vintage American cars patrol the historic colonial streets, then call at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cienfuegos to discover its from £2845pp perfectly-preserved mansion houses and the exotic Botanical Gardens. Single passenger from just£3100! Visit vibrant Trinidad, once the centre of Cuba's sugar trade, and the neighbouring Valley of the Sugar Mills with its remains of 75 cane mills Departures and plantations. Santiago de Cuba is Cuba’s second largest city and has had an important 2018: Jan 12, 19*; Feb 23; Mar 2* cultural and artistic influence on the whole *Itinerary operates in reverse country. The city is home to various galleries, 19 Jan departure is 9 nights and includes an extra day in Cienfuegos museums, monuments, beautiful colonial Itinerary buildings and impressive cathedrals. Finally, sail across the Caribbean Sea to the historic Day 1 UK to Havana, Cuba sugarcane port of Montego Bay in Jamaica. Day 2 Havana, Cuba Day 3 At sea Day 4 Cienfuegos, Cuba Day 5 Casilda, Cuba Day 6 At sea Day 7 Santiago de Cuba, Cuba Day 8 Montego Bay, Jamaica to UK Day 9 Arrive UK Your Holiday Includes About Aegean Odyssey • 7-night full board cruise Elegant 350-passenger Aegean Odyssey • Return flights from the UK combines traditional elegance with • Overseas transfers modern amenities, including a choice of • Guided shore excursions open dining venues, spacious lounges, • In-depth lecture programme with expert swimming pool, spa, library and a range guest speakers of generously-sized cabins. Fascinating • Complimentary wine, beer and soft complimentary shore excursions drinks with dinner and a comprehensive guest speaker • Gratuities programme are designed to enrich your • Port and airport taxes experience.

Lead price based on 23 Feb 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 13 Bordeaux Wine Region Sample the best wines of the Médoc and Bordeaux, taste local gastronomic delights and visit historic châteaux on this 7-night all-inclusive river cruise. Includes travel package from the UK, unique shore excursions and complimentary drinks on board

The beautiful Bordeaux region of France is renowned for its fine wines, Gothic churches and 18th-century town houses. Scenic Freechoice guided excursions in the centre of the ancient Save up to £1400 per towns and villages give you opportunity to sample the best red wines in the Médoc wine region and sample regional culinary specialities. Join an expert chef at a local market to pick up fresh couple plus FREE home ingredients then attend the unique on-board Scenic Culinaire cookery classes to learn how to pick-up, airport hotel stay create wonderful French dishes. or onboard spa package! There is also the chance to discover historic châteaux including Roquetaillade Castle, from £2045pp and see the iconic Monolithic Church in Saint-Émilion. Enjoy the special Scenic Enrich experience of an unforgettable Departures evening of live classical music in the 13th- century Château d'Agassac, as well as a 2018: Apr 21, 28; May 8, 18, 28; Jun 7, Scenic Sundowner – a glass of wine at the 17, 27; Jul 7, 17, 27; Aug 16, 26; Sep 5, 15, exclusive estate of Château Siaurac. 25; Oct 5, 15 Itinerary Your Holiday Includes Day 1 UK to Bordeaux, France Day 2 Bordeaux and St Émilion, France • 7-night all-inclusive cruise Day 3 Libourne and Pauillac, France • Return flights from regional airports or Day 4 Médoc, France Eurostar Day 5 Pauillac and Cadillac, France • Overseas transfers Day 6 Cadillac, France • Guided shore excursions Bordeaux, France • Scenic Enrich, Scenic FreeChoice and Day 7 Scenic SunDowners activities Bordeaux, France to UK Day 8 • Scenic Tailormade GPS for self-guided About Scenic Ships touring Scenic ships carry just 151 passengers • Unlimited complimentary premium branded and offer the ultimate luxury river drinks throughout cruise experience. The opulent cabins • Welcome Reception and Captain’s Farewell include large private balconies, free Dinner internet access and the personal • Local onboard entertainment butler provides complimentary drinks • Personal butler service in all cabins and valet service. Enjoy the stylish • Complimentary Wi-Fi Panorama Lounge Bar, elegant • All tipping and gratuities restaurants, wellness centre, gym and • Port and airport taxes E-bikes for exploring ashore. Lead price based on 15 Oct 2018

Blue Water 14 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Normandy Coast from Paris Discover the beaches of Normandy, the historic city of Rouen, and Monet’s house and gardens at Giverny on this 7-night voyage from Paris on brand new luxury ship, SS Joie de Vivre. Includes return flights from the UK, guided excursions and unlimited complimentary drinks on board

This cruise along the Seine from Paris is ideal for art and history lovers. Many favourite Impressionist works come to life as you visit Giverny, Honfleur and Les Andelys. Spend a day visiting the historic Normandy Landing Beaches or take a trip to Bayeux Save 10% plus FREE flights and where you can see the famous Bayeux Tapestry. See the beautiful gardens at Claude private home-to-airport transfers! Monet's home at Giverny, stroll through the medieval town of Rouen and explore the romantic city of Paris on a walking tour. Go Active excursions include a golfing trip to from £2159pp the stunning course at Golf d'Étretat and exclusive guided bicycle rides to Giverny or along the Left Bank in Paris. Sail on board the Joie de Vivre, Uniworld’s newest Departures Super Ship, featuring handcrafted furniture, fine antiques, original artwork and signature décor 2018: Mar 25, 28; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; inspired by 20th-century Parisian design. May 6, 13, 20, 27; Jun 3, 10, 17, 24; Jul 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Aug 5, 12, 19, 26; Sep 2, 9, 16, Itinerary 23, 30; Oct 7, 14, 21; Nov 4 Day 1 UK to Paris, France Day 2 Les Andelys, France Day 3 Rouen, France Day 4 Caudebec-en-Caux, France Day 5 Rouen, France Day 6 Versailles, France Day 7 Paris, France Day 8 Paris, France to UK About SS Joie de Vivre Your Holiday Includes The luxurious Joie de Vivre carries • 7-night all-inclusive cruise just 128 passengers and is designed • Return flights from regional airports to dock in the heart of Paris. The • Overseas transfers ship reflects the 'joy of living' as • Choice of guided shore excursions it showcases its French-inspired • Unlimited complimentary drinks including handcrafted furniture, opulent fabrics premium spirits and wines Connoisseur Collection and beautiful antiques. Public areas • Welcome Reception and Captain’s Embrace France’s finest culinary traditions on include a wonderful lounge with Farewell Dinner a cruise designed especially for epicureans. bar, enticing dining venues, fitness • Local onboard entertainment Visit La Couronne restaurant, where Julia Child centre, cinema, enclosed heated • Complimentary Wi-Fi first experienced French cuisine, and Café Terra swimming pool and Serenity River • In-suite butler service near Monet’s gardens in Giverny. Taste local delicacies and enjoy on-board Champagne Spa. Luxurious cabins have made- • All tipping and gratuities tasting with a Uniworld sommelier. to-order Savoir of England beds and • Port and airport taxes marble-lined bathrooms. 8; 6; 3; 15; 12 departures Lead price based on 25 Mar 2018 Apr May Jun Jul Aug

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 15 History of the British Isles This exciting 12-night no-fly cruise from London Tilbury on stylish flagship Columbus showcases the rugged landscapes, traditional towns and lively cities of the British Isles, as well as visiting scenic Honfleur

Discover historic Kirkwall, capital of the remote Orkney archipelago, before cruising to the naval port of Invergordon on the shores of the Cromarty Firth and gateway Save up to 25% plus to the dramatic scenery of the Scottish Highlands. Picturesque Portree is the main 2nd passenger half price! town on the stunning Isle of Skye, while charming Tobermory, capital of the Isle of Mull, is renowned for its colourful waterfront. 1st passenger from £1319pp Columbus cruises south to the maritime city of Belfast, close to the incredible 2nd passenger Giant's Causeway, before continuing to Dublin, the lively capital of the Emerald from £659pp Isle and steeped in literary tradition. Take the opportunity to visit the fashionable city of Cork from Ringaskiddy, perhaps head to Tresco's Departures famous Abbey Gardens, and enjoy a spot of 2018: Aug 31 duty-free shopping in enchanting St Peter Port. Columbus then calls at the pretty French town of Honfleur, which has inspired artists for centuries, before returning to Tilbury.

Itinerary Day 1 London Tilbury, UK Your Holiday Includes Day 2 At sea Day 3 Kirkwall, Orkney Islands • 12-night full board cruise About Columbus Day 4 Invergordon, Scotland • Traditional British and international Day 5 Portree, Isle of Skye cuisine including afternoon teas and late Columbus joined the Cruise and Day 6 Tobermory, Isle of Mull night snacks Maritime fleet in June 2017 and Day 7 Belfast, Northern Ireland • Choice of dining venues became the company's impressive Day 8 Dublin, Republic of Ireland • Superb programme of daytime and flagship. She carries 1400 Day 9 Ringaskiddy, Republic of Ireland evening activities passengers in stylish cabins and Day 10 St Mary's, Isles of Scilly • Informative guest lectures offers a choice of dining options, Day 11 St Peter Port, Guernsey • UK currency on board including the formal Waterfront Day 12 Honfleur, France • Port taxes Restaurant and casual Plantation Day 13 London Tilbury, UK Lead price based on 31 Aug 2018 Bistro. There are also seven modern lounges and bars, and a beautiful wellness centre offering a range of Similar cruises available from other UK ports including Bristol, Newcastle, Poole and Hull treatments.

Blue Water 16 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Fiestas and Fireworks A superb 12-night no-fly voyage from Portsmouth, with highlights including a cruise up the Guadalquivir River to enchanting Seville for the colourful finale of the Seville April Fair, and a visit to Leixões, gateway to historic Oporto

The first port of call on this springtime cruise is Leixões, close to the fascinating cityof Oporto, renowned for its Port wine and boasting a UNESCO-listed centre. Once a thriving fishing town, Portimão offers a stunning natural harbour, while Seville on the Guadalquivir River is the setting for the famous Seville April Fair, a dazzling spectacle with flamenco and Save up to £35%! fireworks. Explore the beautiful Galician city of Vigo, which from £2119pp dates back to Roman times, and admire the ornate architecture in the historic Old Quarter of Avilés, a popular stop along the Pilgrims' Way to Departures UNESCO-listed Santiago to Compostela. 2018: Apr 16 Itinerary Day 1 Portsmouth, UK Day 2-3 At sea Day 4 Leixões for Oporto, Portugal Day 5 At sea Day 6 Portimão, Portugal Day 7-8 Seville, Spain Your Holiday Includes Day 9 At sea Day 10 Vigo, Spain • 12-night full board cruise Day 11 Avilés, Spain • Private home-to-port transfers within About Saga Sapphire Day 12 At sea 75 miles or shared transfers within Day 13 Portsmouth, UK 250 miles Carrying no more than 720 guests, • Speciality dining options the elegant Saga Sapphire offers a • Complimentary house wine with lunch relaxed and informal atmosphere and dinner on board. Cabins are spacious and • Complimentary tea and coffee well-appointed, and there is a superb • Welcome cocktail party and farewell choice of dining venues, including dinner the speciality Oriental East to West • Onboard entertainment and activities Restaurant, the main Pole to Pole • 24-hour room service Restaurant and the Britannia Lounge, • Port taxes which serves afternoon tea.

Lead price based on 16 Apr 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 17 Classical Music River Cruises Melodies of the Rhine

Journey through Europe’s musical heartland on these unique 7-night fly-cruise departing 28 October 2018 Classical Music River Cruises along the romantic Rhine or magnificent Danube rivers. Enjoy exclusive private concerts Exclusive Blue Water Price from just £1745pp and music recitals in stunning venues throughout, and discover Day 1 UK to Amsterdam, Welcome Concert on board by the Dudok beautiful riverside towns and historic capital cities with a Holland Quartet carefully designed programme of included shore excursions. Day 2 Amsterdam, Amsterdam city tour with concert in the Holland Dominicuskerk (Dominican Church) by the Dudok Quartet

Day 3 Cologne and Bonn, Walking tour of Cologne. Visit Beethoven’s Germany house in Bonn with a private piano recital by Martin Ivanov

Day 4 Cochem, Germany Walking tour of Cochem with visit to Reichsburg Castle and wine tasting. Exclusive evening concert on board by the virtuoso Nathan Quartet

Day 5 Koblenz and Morning walking tour of Koblenz. Rüdesheim, Afternoon ‘Musical Tea Party’ on board Germany with the Nathan Quartet. Evening walking tour of Rüdesheim with visit to Siegfried’s Mechanical Music Museum

Day 6 Speyer, Germany Morning walking tour of Speyer and Your Classical Music afternoon excursion to Heidelberg Day 7 Strasbourg, France City tour of Strasbourg with private River Cruise Includes: concert by organist Daniel Maurer at St Thomas Church. Farewell Concert on • 7-night full board cruise in a river-view cabin on luxury river board by the Stuttgart String Quartet ships Amadeus Silver or Silver II • Return flights from the UK and all overseas transfers Day 8 Basel, Switzerland Disembark after breakfast and return to the UK • Superb programme of included shore excursions with guided to UK tours, classical music concerts and recitals • Gourmet dining with all meals included • Quality red and white wines from Europe’s famous wine regions, draft beer and soft drinks included with lunch and dinner on board Beautiful Blue Danube • Cocktail Reception, Welcome Dinner and Captain’s Gala Dinner • Onboard entertainment including lectures, cooking demonstration 7-night fly-cruise departing 1 September 2018 and music performances Exclusive Blue Water Price from just £2145pp • Complimentary tea, coffee and bottled water • Complimentary Wi-Fi access on board Day 1 UK to Passau, Welcome Concert on board by the • English-speaking Cruise Director Germany Salzburg Soloists • All port and airport taxes Day 2 Linz, Austria Full day excursion to Salzburg with visit to the Mozarthaus, lunch and an exclusive concert in the Mozarteum.

Day 3 Melk and Dürnstein, Morning tour of Melk Abbey with concert Austria by the Slovak Quintet. Afternoon walking tour of Dürnstein with wine tasting

Day 4 Vienna, Austria City tour of Vienna in the morning. Guided tour of Schönbrunn Palace in the afternoon, with visit to Vienna State Opera or Sound of Vienna concert in the evening (subject to availability)

Day 5 Vienna, Austria Morning guided tour of the Belvedere Museum and Palace. On-board concert by the Kudlak Philharmonic Quartet

Day 6 Bratislava, Slovakia Morning city tour of Bratislava with concert in Mozyes Hall by the Slovak Quintet.

Day 7 Budapest, Hungary Morning city tour of Buda. Afternoon concert in the Duna Palace and city tour of Pest.

Day 8 Budapest, Hungary Disembark after breakfast and return to to UK the UK

Blue Water 18 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Jewels of Burgundy and Provence A 7-night cruise from the gastronomic capital of Lyon through the heart of Burgundy and Provence to the riverside wine-producing towns of Mâcon and Tournon, and historic cities of Arles and Avignon, with return flights from the UK and unlimited drinks on board

Enjoy an overnight stop in enchanting Lyon before cruising through the verdant Burgundy countryside to Mâcon, capital of the Beaujolais, where there is the opportunity to see the Receive £25 M&S beautiful Benedictine Abbey at Cluny. vouchers per booking! In picturesque Vienne, don't miss the chance to see the fascinating Roman relics from £1579pp and the majestic cathedral of St Maurice. The historic city of Arles with its impressive Roman amphitheatre is your gateway to Departures the awe-inspiring scenery of the Camargue, home to the famous white horses and 2018: Apr 15; May 1, 17, 21, 24; Jun 1, 4, pink flamingos. The spectacular Palace of 11, 18; Jul 14, 30; Aug 14, 15, 31; Sep 7, 13, 14, 30; 7, 22 the Popes and iconic Pont du Gard can be Oct visited from medieval Avignon, while the walled city of Viviers and charming Tournon are a delight to explore. Itinerary Day 1 Lyon, France Day 2 Lyon and Mâcon, France Day 3 Mâcon and Vienne, France Day 4 Vienne and Arles, France Day 5 Arles, France Day 6 Avignon and Viviers, France Day 7 Tournon and Lyon, France About CroisiEurope Ships Day 8 Lyon, France MS Camargue and MS Van Gogh, Your Holiday Includes carrying 104 and 158 passengers respectively, offer well-equipped • 7-night full board cruise cabins and beautiful public areas. • Return flights from the UK Cruises have a distinctly French • Overseas transfers flavour with the service and cuisine • Unlimited complimentary house wine, beer, having received much praise from spirits and soft drinks Blue Water Holidays customers. • Welcome Reception and Captain’s Farewell Staff and passengers come from Dinner many European countries. Wherever • Complimentary Wi-Fi possible, excursions are accompanied • Port and airport taxes by an English-speaking guide. Lead price based on 15 Apr 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 19 Classical Greece Megayacht Cruise The ultimate 7-night island-hopping cruise around the beautiful Greek Islands, visiting the Greek jewels of Santorini and Mykonos, plus the hidden gems of Kythira, Monemvasia and Hydra. Includes flights from the UK and overseas transfers

Explore the real Greece of dazzling white cliff-top villages, ancient olive groves and secluded turquoise bays on this unique megayacht cruise. The comfortable 49-passenger yacht is able to visit islands well off the usual tourist trail, anchor Save 10% on cruise cost! in tranquil bays for relaxing swim stops, and moor in picturesque harbours with traditional bars and tavernas. from £1999pp Discover the immaculate twin bays of Kythira, the traditional Greek fishing town of Hydra with its rows of patient donkeys, and the captivating ancient walled town of Monemvasia. An afternoon and Departures evening on the glamorous island of Mykonos 2018: Dec 4, 11, 18, 25; Jun 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; gives time to explore the boutiques and Jul 6, 13, 20, 27; Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; Sep 7, tavernas of the lively town, before spending 14, 21, 28; Oct 5, 12, 19 a day on stunning Santorini with its picture- postcard views. Optional excursions explore the classical sites of Knossos, Delos, Mycenae and Akrotiri on Santorini. Itinerary Day 1 UK to Athens, Greece Day 2 Mykonos and Delos, Greece Day 3 Santorini, Greece Day 4 Rethymnon, Crete, Greece Day 5 Kythira, Greece Day 6 Monemvasia and Navplio, Greece About Harmony G Day 7 Spetses and Hydra, Greece Day 8 Athens, Greece to UK Enjoy a private yacht-like feel on board Harmony G, a well-maintained Your Holiday Includes yacht carrying just 49 guests in comfortable cabins. A spacious sun • 7-night half board cruise deck, restaurant with panoramic • Return flights from the UK windows and bar areas give a feeling • Overseas transfers of space and relaxation. Half board • Captain’s Dinner, Greek night and deck BBQ accommodation gives plenty of • Complimentary tea, coffee and bottled opportunity to enjoy lunch or dinner water daily in one of the picturesque ports. • Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment

Lead price based on 19 Oct 2018

Blue Water 20 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Dramatic Dalmatia Discover a different side of Croatia on this unique 7-night yacht cruise exploring the beautiful National Parks of the Dalmatian coast and the magnificent cities of Šibenik and Split, with return flights from a choice of UK airports

Cruise the crystal clear waters of the Adriatic to historic Šibenik, one of Croatia's oldest cities and overlooked by the majestic St James' Cathedral. Enjoy a swim at the base of a beautiful Receive £25 M&S waterfall as you spend a morning in the stunning Krka National Park, renowned for its tranquil vouchers per booking! lakes and thundering rapids. Explore the rarely-visited coastal town of Vodice and navigate the picture-postcard islands from £1499pp of the Kornati archipelago to Zadar, the ancient capital of Dalmatia. Stroll along the winding streets of alluring Zlarin, before seeing the ancient treasures of Trogir, a charming town encircled by striking medieval walls. Departures A return visit to Split allows extra time to take 2018: May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Jun 5, 12, 19, 26; in the sights, including the UNESCO-listed Aug 28; Sep 4, 11, 18, 25 Diocletian's Palace. Itinerary Day 1 UK to Split, Croatia Day 2 Šibenik, Croatia Day 3 Krka National Park and Vodice, Croatia Day 4 Kornati National Park and Zadar, Croatia Day 5 Vrgada and Zlarin, Croatia Day 6 Fumija and Trogir, Croatia Day 7 Split, Croatia About Aquamarin Day 8 Split, Croatia to UK New for 2017, 38-passenger Aquamarin Your Holiday Includes offers guests a relaxed, informal cruise experience. She is able to berth at • 7-night half-board cruise smaller ports of call adding to the • Return flights from regional airports sense of exclusivity guests feel aboard • Overseas transfers this contemporary yacht. The spacious • Guided shore excursions in selected public areas are furnished with warm locations woods and cool fabrics, while the • Daily breakfast, 6 lunches and 1 dinner en-suite cabins are air-conditioned with plus Captain’s Dinner modern amenities.

Lead price based on 1 May 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 21 Antarctica and the Chilean Fjords Join brand new, state-of-the-art ship Roald Amundsen on this 17-night expedition cruise from the atmospheric beauty of the Chilean Fjords to the icy reaches of Antarctica

Roald Amundsen heralds an exciting new era in greener and quieter exploration travel with its advanced technology. Journey south from Punta Arenas through the awe-inspiring beauty and dramatic mountains of the Chilean Exclusive Blue Water Price! Fjords and cross the famous Drake Passage to Antarctica. from £8499pp Spend seven full days exploring the Antarctic, one of the most remote regions in the world, where kayaking trips and Polarcirkel landings Departures led by expert guides offer a closer look at huge colonies of Magellan and King Penguins, seals 2018: Nov 9, 25; Dec 11, 27 and even whales. Return north to discover the Falkland Islands with its incredibly diverse wildlife and quintessentially British culture, and complete the loop of the Magellan Strait on return to Punta Arenas. Itinerary Day 1 Santiago de Chile, Chile Day 2 Santiago de Chile and Punta Arenas, Chile About Roald Amundsen Day 3 Chilean Fjords, Chile Your Holiday Includes Launching in 2018, 530-passenger Cape Horn, Chile and Drake Passage Day 4-5 • 16-night full board cruise Roald Amundsen features the Exploring Antarctica Day 6-12 • 1-night hotel stay in Santiago de Chile latest navigational equipment for At sea Day 13 on B&B basis exploring the polar waters and will Falkland Islands, United Kingdom Day 14-16 • Return charter flights between Santiago incorporate cutting-edge hybrid Magellan Strait Day 17 de Chile and Punta Arenas technology. She has been designed Punta Arenas and Santiago de Chile, Day 18 • Overseas transfers with a nature-inspired Scandinavian- Chile • Orientation tour in Punta Arenas style interior and feature choice of • Landings with small boats and activities three restaurants. Each cabin will on board and ashore be outside facing with 50% of the • Complimentary tea and coffee on board cabins featuring private balconies. ship At the heart of the ship is the activity • Professional English-speaking centre with advanced scientific and expedition team photographic equipment and virtual • Wind and water-resistant jacket reality headsets.

Lead price based on 9 Nov 2018

Blue Water 22 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Galápagos Luxury Expedition An all-inclusive 11-night luxury expedition cruise holiday to the Galápagos Islands, with their unique and diverse wildlife, fascinating conservation projects and stunning natural beauty. Includes return flights from the UK and 2-night pre-cruise Quito hotel stay

Ecuador’s pristine Galápagos Islands are home to wildlife found nowhere else on earth. The extreme isolation of the islands led to the development of unusual species including the giant tortoise, land iguanas, blue-footed boobies Save 10% plus exclusive and finches, which inspired Charles Darwin’s Blue Water discount! theory of evolution. After a 2-night hotel stay in the historic city from £5999pp of Quito, embark your ship on Baltra Island and cruise to the islands of Daphne Grande and Genovesa, which are both home to Departures huge colonies of birds. See frigate birds and marine iguanas on North Seymour Island 2017: Nov 1, 15, 29; Dec 13, 27 and visit Santiago Island with its spectacular 2018: Jan 10, 24; Feb 7, 21; Mar 21; Apr 4, 18; 2, 16, 30; 13, 27; 11, 25; 8, lava flows. Hike on Rábida Island then May Jun Jul Aug 22; 5, 19; 3, 17, 31; 14, 28; 12, see the Galápagos Giant Tortoise at the Sep Oct Nov Dec 26 Galápaguera Cerro Colorado centre. Perhaps 2019: Jan 9, 23; Feb 6, 20; Mar 6; 20 spot the sea lions on Espanola before sailing Your Holiday Includes to the Charles Darwin Research Station on • 7-night all-inclusive cruise Santa Cruz. • 2-night hotel stay at Quito JW Marriott, Ecuador Itinerary • Evening city tour of Quito • Post-cruise hotel day room in Guayaquill Day 1 UK to Quito, Ecuador (for guests with flights after 10pm) Day 2-3 Quito, Ecuador • Return flights from the UK Day 4 Quito, Ecuador to Baltra Island, • Return flights between Ecuador and the Galápagos Galápagos Islands Day 5 Genovesa, Galápagos • Overseas transfers Day 6 North Seymour Island and Santiago • Guided shore excursions and zodiac About Silver Galapagos Island, Galápagos landings with experienced expedition guides Day 7 Rábida and Santa Cruz Island, • Unlimited complimentary wine, beer, spirits Luxury ship Silver Galapagos is ideal for Galápagos and soft drinks plus a tailored in-suite navigating the Galápagos Islands and Day 8 San Cristóbal Island, Galápagos mini-bar accommodates just 100 passengers. Day 9 Española Island, Galápagos • Butler service, in-suite dining and room Zodiac tours, snorkelling, kayaking and Day 10 Santa Cruz Island and Plazas Sur, service escorted nature hikes allow guests Galápagos • National Park, Ingala Transit Card and to fully immerse themselves in their San Cristobal Island, Galápagos to porterage fees destination. Relax in the Jacuzzi, piano Day 11 bar or library and enjoy a professional Guayaquil, Ecuador to UK • Gratuities butler service in all cabins. Day 12 Arrive UK Lead price based on 18 Apr 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 23

Rhine and Moselle A 7-night cruise through the heart of Germany along the picturesque Rhine and Moselle rivers visiting historic cities and famous wine towns, with included guided excursions and return Eurostar from the UK to Brussels

Embark your floating hotel in Cologne and cruise along the Rhine and Moselle rivers to scenic Cochem, once the centre of the Moselle wine trade and famous for its magnificent castle Receive £25 M&S dominating the town. Sail to the medieval town of Trier to find ancient Roman baths, an vouchers per booking! impressive amphitheatre and the fortified gate of Porta Nigra, before your ship heads back along the Moselle. from £1199pp In Bernkastel, wander the ancient streets and the cobbled market square before an overnight cruise takes you to 2,000 year old Koblenz and picturesque Boppard, known as Departures the 'Pearl of the Rhine' for its well-preserved 2018: May 7, 17; Jun 18, 28; Jul 2, 25, 30; Roman walls surrounding pretty cobbled Aug 16, 22, 27; Sep 4, 27; Oct 25 streets and half-timbered houses. Soak up the beauty of the Rhine Gorge as you cruise past riverside castles and wine-producing villages to Rüdesheim's crooked houses and splendid local wines, before returning Your Holiday Includes to Cologne. • 7-night full board cruise • Return Eurostar from London St Pancras to Itinerary Brussels. Regional departures and flights Day 1 UK to Cologne, Germany available at a supplement Day 2 Cochem, Germany • Overseas transfers Day 3 Trier and Bernkastel, Germany • Guided shore excursions in selected locations About Day 4 Bernkastel, Germany • Complimentary tea and coffee Riviera Travel Ships Day 5 Koblenz and Boppard, Germany • Welcome Reception and Captain’s Farewell Day 6 Rüdesheim, Germany Dinner These small, graceful ships carry Cologne, Germany • Complimentary Wi-Fi up to 167 passengers and have a Day 7 Port and airport taxes Day 8 Cologne, Germany to UK • chic ambience, stylish furnishings Lead price based on 16 Aug 2018 and excellent service. The relaxing sun deck has either a splash pool Extension or a whirlpool, the luxurious cabins • Glacier Express Extension: Enjoy 1 night at are among the largest and most the 4* Hotel Stern in Chur and 2 nights comfortable on any European at the 4* Hotel Simi in Zermatt. Includes a river cruise vessel and the elegant journey on the legendary Glacier Express restaurant serves delightful cuisine at along one of Europe's most scenic railways every meal. from £649pp

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 25 Sea Lochs of the Lower Clyde Explore the dramatic fjord-like scenery of Scotland’s Firth of Clyde, one of the largest areas of sheltered deep water in the British Isles, on this 6-night all-inclusive cruise on board elegant 50-passenger Hebridean Princess

The scenic lochs of the Firth of Clyde extend deep into the Highlands and are surrounded by stunning mountain landscapes. Explore the Victorian Mount Stuart House on the Isle of Bute and the grand baronial Brodick Castle on the Isle of Arran. Enjoy a unique encounter with Save up to 10%! Scotland's favourite son at the Robert Burns Birthplace Museum then take a guided tour of pp 14th-century Culzean Castle. from £2340 Admire the colourful displays of camellias, rhododendrons and championship trees at Castle Kennedy then cruise past the dramatic Departures sea cliffs at Ailsa Craig. Enjoy the superb scenery of Holy Isle and the privately-owned 2018: Mar 7; Nov 12 nature reserve of Little Cumbrae. Take a step back in time at Historic Kilmun and Mausoleum before leisurely cruising through the picturesque scenery of Loch Long and Loch Goil. Itinerary Day 1 Greenock, Scotland Day 2 Rothesay, Isle of Bute and Brodick, Isle of Arran, Scotland About Day 3 Culzean Castle, Troon, Scotland Hebridean Princess Day 4 Castle Kennedy Gardens, Scotland Your Holiday Includes Day 5 Holy Isle and Little Cumbrae, Luxurious small ship Hebridean Scotland • 6-night all-inclusive cruise Princess carries just 50 guests in Historic Kilmun, Holy Loch, Scotland • Return private coach transfers from the unrivalled comfort, her size allowing her Day 6 local airport or train station to the ship Day 7 Greenock, Scotland to effortlessly navigate the remotest • Unlimited complimentary champagne, islands, lochs and bays inaccessible to selected wines, beers, spirits and soft larger vessels. Every cabin is uniquely drinks on board decorated and reflects the country • Guided shore excursions house style of the ship. Public areas • Use of the ship’s bicycles include the Tiree Lounge, the social • Complimentary Wi-Fi hub of the ship which features a brick • Gratuities inglenook fireplace, the Look-Out • Port taxes Lounge which offers panoramic views Lead price based on 7 Mar 2018 and the elegant Columba Restaurant serving haute cuisine.

Blue Water 26 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Land of Fire and Ice Join stylish small ship Aegean Odyssey for this 15-night no-fly voyage to the dramatic landscapes of Iceland, with visits to the remote Orkney, Faroe and Shetland Islands, with included guided shore excursions and guest speakers to enhance each destination

Experience nature at its most dynamic and awe-inspiring in Iceland, the ‘Land of Fire and Ice’. Discover the vast puffin colonies on the tiny island of Heimaey before sailing tothe cosmopolitan capital of Reykjavik, gateway to the spectacular history, culture and scenery of Thingvellir. Sail to Ísafjörður on the edge of the Arctic Circle for the magnificent Dynjandi Waterfall and on to Akureyri with its magnificent green pastures, waterfalls and whale-filled bays. Call at Húsavík with its colourful harbour surrounded by snow-covered mountains, home to the rich birdlife of the geothermal Save up to Lake Myvatn. Intriguing stepping-stones in the North Atlantic are the wild and beautiful £1000 per cabin! Faroe, Shetland and Orkney Islands. from £2995pp Itinerary Day 1 London Tilbury, UK Departures Day 2-3 At sea Day 4 Lerwick, Shetland Islands 2018: Jul 7; Aug 5 Day 5 At sea Day 6 Heimaey, Iceland Your Holiday Includes Day 7 Reykjavik, Iceland Day 8 Ísafjörður, Iceland • 15-night full board cruise Day 9 Akureyri, Iceland • Guided shore excursions Day 10 Húsavík, Iceland • In-depth lecture programme with expert Day 11 At sea guest speakers Day 12 Tórshavn, Faroe Islands • Complimentary wine, beer and soft drinks Day 13 Kirkwall, Orkney Islands with dinner Day 14 Rosyth, Scotland • Gratuities Day 15 At sea • Port taxes About Aegean Odyssey Day 16 London Tower Bridge, UK Lead price based on 5 Aug 2018 Elegant 350-passenger Aegean Odyssey combines traditional elegance with modern amenities, including a choice of open dining venues, spacious lounges, swimming pool, spa, library and a range of generously-sized cabins. Fascinating complimentary shore excursions and a comprehensive guest speaker programme are designed to enrich your experience.

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 27 Vietnam and Cambodia Highlights Discover the iconic sights of Vietnam and Cambodia on this luxury 14-night cruise holiday, with 7-night all-inclusive cruise and hotel stays in lively Ho Chi Minh City and Siem Reap, gateway to UNESCO-listed Angkor Wat, plus exclusive Signature Experiences and return flights from the UK

Visit the famous Cu Chi Tunnels or learn about the Battle of Long Tan, before FREE Business Class flights! enjoying an exclusive Luke Nguyen- inspired degustation dinner, during a from £3940pp two-night hotel stay in bustling Ho Chi Minh City (formerly Saigon). Embark luxurious AmaLotus for an Departures unforgettable journey along the Mekong. Explore the quaint town of Sa Đéc, witness 2018: Jan 26; Feb 1*, 9, 15*, 23; Mar 1*, 9, authentic rural life on a thrilling rickshaw 15*, 23, 29*; Apr 6, 12*; Jul 27; Aug 2*, 16*, tour of Tân Châu, and spend two days 24, 30*; Sep 7, 13*, 21, 27*; Oct 5, 11*, 19, 25*; in the fascinating Cambodian capital of Nov 2, 8*, 16, 22*, 30 Phnom Penh, where excursions include 2019: Jan 11, 17*, 25, 31*; Feb 8, 14*, 22, 28*; the ornate Royal Palace and Silver Pagoda. Mar 8, 14*, 22, 28*; Apr 5, 11* Watch the sun rise over UNESCO-listed *Itinerary operates in reverse Angkor Wat with a glass of champagne, a once-in-a-lifetime experience, during a three-night stay in Siem Reap. Itinerary Your Holiday Includes Day 1 UK to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam • 7-night all-inclusive cruise Day 2-3 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam • 2-night hotel stay in Ho Chi Minh City Day 4 Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam • 3-night hotel stay in Siem Reap Embark ship • Return flights from the UK About AmaLotus Day 5 Cái Bè and Sa Đéc, Vietnam • Overseas transfers Day 6 Tân Châu, Vietnam • Private home-to-airport transfers within Refurbished in 2016, the luxurious Day 7 Phnom Penh, Cambodia 75 miles 124-passenger AmaLotus is a Day 8 Phnom Penh and Koh Chen, • Guided shore excursions and Signature boutique, elegant ship offering the Cambodia Experiences highest standards of service. Guests Day 9 Oudong and Kampong Tralach, • Freedom of Choice touring and dining can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere Cambodia • Unlimited complimentary house wine, local on board and an array of stylish Day 10 Kampong Chhnang, Cambodia beer, local spirits and soft drinks on board public areas, including the spacious Day 11-13 Siem Reap, Cambodia ship Saigon Lounge, beautiful Lotus Spa, Day 14 Siem Reap, Cambodia to UK • All tipping and gratuities and Indochine by Luke Nguyen, an Day 15 Arrive UK • Port and airport taxes exclusive private dining room. Lead price based on 6 Apr 2018

Blue Water 28 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Christmas and New Year in India and Asia This brand-new 16-night all-inclusive Christmas and New Year cruise on luxurious Le Lapérouse discovers the wonders of Asia from the UNESCO-listed treasures of India and Malaysia to the idyllic islands of the Andaman archipelago

Sail from Colombo, the capital of Sri Lanka, located at the cross roads of the maritime trade routes between Europe and Asia. Call at Galle to admire the fortifications of this old town, testimony to its Portuguese and Dutch heritage and a UNESCO World Heritage site. From Trincomalee, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Polonnaruwa and Dambulla before arriving at Save up to 25%! Chennai, formerly Madras, in India. Discover the 7th century BC temple of Kapaleshwara, from £5285pp dedicated to Shiva, as well as Kanchipuram, one of the seven Indian holy cities. In a sublime setting of emerald water, Departures mangrove and white sand, Le Lapérouse 2018: 21 will drop anchor in the Andaman Islands, a Dec paradise for swimming and relaxation. Lastly sail the Malacca Strait, the former strategic crossroads on the silk and spice roads, to discover the beautiful cities of Penang and Malacca, both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Your Holiday Includes • 15-night full board cruise Itinerary • Open bar including fine wines, champagne, beer, spirits and soft drinks Colombo, Sri Lanka Day 1 • Complimentary in-suite minibar Galle, Sri Lanka Day 2 • 24-hour room service At sea Day 3 • Evening entertainment About Le Lapérouse Trincomalee, Sri Lanka Day 4 • Captain’s Welcome Cocktail and Gala Dinner Day 5-7 Chennai, India New for 2018, all-balcony ship Le Day 8-9 At sea Lead price based on 21 Dec 2018 Lapérouse carries just 184 guests Day 10 Port Blair, Andaman Islands in unsurpassed luxury. She is the Day 11 Cinque Island, Andaman Islands first ship in the world to have a Day 12 Havelock Island, Andaman multisensory underwater lounge, Islands Blue Eye, with two large portholes Day 13-14 At sea and hydrophones, bringing guests Day 15 Penang, Malaysia closer to the marine life. Designed Day 16 Singapore for expedition cruising, Le Lapérouse has innovative, state-of-the-art technology and meets the highest We can arrange flights, transfers and environmental standards. hotel stays to suit

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 29 Treasures of Russia See the sights of Moscow and St Petersburg during 3-night central hotel stays, and enjoy a 6-night cruise along the beautiful Russian Waterways on boutique ship Volga Dream on this 12-night cruise holiday, with return flights from the UK and guided shore excursions

Enjoy a 3-night hotel stay in the Russian capital of Moscow, just minutes from the main sights, including the magnificent St Basil's Cathedral, the Red Square and the Kremlin. Guided tours Save up to and time at leisure allows you to make the most of your time in this historic city. £700 per couple! Embark boutique ship Volga Dream and enjoy a traditional Bread and Salt welcome ceremony on board accompanied by vodka. Cruise along the Russian Waterways, calling at the ancient from £3099pp Gold Ring City of Uglich, home to the majestic Church of St Dmitri-on-the-Blood, and Yaroslavl, one of the oldest cities in Russia where you will enjoy a special tea reception at the governor's house. Admire the impressive Kirillo-Belozersky Monastery, visit the iconic Transfiguration Departures Church on the beautiful island of Kizhi, and 2018: May 12*, 18, 24*; Jun 12*; Jul 16, 28; cruise the Svir River to the quaint village of Aug 15*, 21; Sep 2, 20, 26* Mandrogi, before disembarking in St Petersburg *Itinerary operates in reverse for a 3-night hotel stay. City tours showcase the famous sights, from the Hermitage Museum to the ornate Peterhof Palace and spectacular Catherine's Palace.

About Volga Dream Your Holiday Includes Carrying just 109 passengers, Volga Dream offers cruises along the • 6-night full board cruise Russian Waterways. The delightful • 3-night hotel stay in Moscow dining room offers both Russian Itinerary • 3-night hotel stay in St Petersburg and European cuisine, and there • Return flights from the UK is also a relaxing lounge, spacious Day 1 UK to Moscow, Russia • Overseas transfers sun deck, fitness centre and Day 2-4 Moscow, Russia • Guided shore excursions sauna. On-board activities include Day 5 Uglich, Russia • Complimentary wine, beer and soft cooking demonstrations, Russian Day 6 Yaroslavl, Russia drinks with lunch and dinner on board language lessons, documentary Day 7 Goritsy, Russia ship films, Tchaikovski and Rachmaninov Day 8 Kizhi, Russia • Local onboard entertainment piano concerts, matrioshka painting Day 9 Svir River and Mandrogi, Russia • Port and airport taxes classes and Russian costumed Day 10-12 St Petersburg, Russia Lead price based on 12 May 2018 dinner with vodka tasting. Day 13 St Petersburg, Russia to UK

Blue Water 30 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Bhutan and Brahmaputra River Cruise Uncover the secrets of magical Bhutan, a Himalayan holy land with sacred temples and ancient monasteries, then enjoy a 7-night Brahmaputra river cruise through India's Kaziranga National Park on this unique 16-night cruise holiday with return flights and included excursions

Explore Bhutan, the breathtaking Land of the Thunder Dragon. Learn more about the region's history and culture with trips to medieval fortresses, fascinating museums, lively markets and local farmhouses. A highlight of this trip is a hike up into the mountains to view the ancient Taktsang Monastery, clinging to the cliffside in a spectacular setting. Special Embark your ship and cruise along India's mighty Brahmaputra river, watching out for the famous Gangeatic dolphins. Visit a tea plantation to see the tea pickers at work and sample the flight-inclusive package! Assam tea. Explore the magnificent Kaziranga pp National Park by jeep and elephant safari for from £5499 the chance to get up close to a wide range of wildlife. Unique experiences include song and Departures dance performances by traditional artists, an evening under the stars at an isolated island 2017: Nov 11, 25 and a trip to meet the Mishing people in 2018: Jan 20; Feb 3; Mar 10, 24; Nov 3 their village. 2019: Jan 26; Feb 9; Mar 9, 23; Apr 6 Itinerary Day 1 UK to Kolkata, India Day 2 Kolkata, India Day 3 Paro and Thimpu, Bhutan Day 4 Thimpu, Bhutan Day 5 Punakha, Bhutan Your Holiday Includes Day 6 Paro, Bhutan Day 7 Paro, Bhutan • 7-night full board cruise Day 8 Kolkata, India • 7-night Bhutan land tour with hotel stays About Mahabaahu Day 9 Jorhat, India in Kolkata, Thimpu, Punakha and Paro on Embark ship B&B basis The 46-passenger Mahabaahu is Day 10 Sibsagar, India • Return flights from the UK purpose-built for cruising the fast- Day 11 Majuli Island, India • Overseas transfers and internal flights flowing waters of the Brahmaputra Day 12 Dhansiri, India • Guided excursions and all cabins enjoy fantastic river Day 13 Bishwanath Ghat and Silghat, India • Elephant and boat safaris views. On-board facilities include a Day 14 Kaziranga National Park and • Complimentary bottled water, tea and swimming pool, sun deck, spa and Elephant Safari, India coffee on board ship library. Evening entertainment may Day 15 Peacock Island, India • Porterage at all accommodation include local ethnic dancers or guest Day 16 Guwahati, India to UK Lead price based on 24 Mar 2018 lecturers. Day 17 Arrive UK

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Offering a heady mix of stunning landscapes, glamorous ports and relaxing island escapes, this superb sailing cruise combines the romance of a voyage under full sail with modern Save up to 20% plus day comforts. exclusive £50pp discount! With its volcanic Pitons towering above rainforests and tropical flowers, St Lucia is the perfect Caribbean island. Relax on the beautiful beach of Anse de Sable or visit the brig ‘Unicorn’ used from £1070pp in Pirates of the Caribbean. Cabrits National Park on Dominica is a botanical treasure and Falmouth Harbour on the lovely island of Departures Antigua is home to historic Nelson’s Dockyard. Enjoy the leisurely French atmosphere of 2017: Dec 16, 30 the tiny islands of Îles des Saintes before 2018: Jan 13, 27; Feb 10, 24; Mar 10; enjoying the French and Creole traditions of Dec 15, 29 chic Martinique. Opportunities to swim and 2019: Jan 12, 26; Feb 9, 13; Mar 9, 23 snorkel in the clear waters of the Caribbean are a highlight of this cruise, with the ships rear platform offering watersports where possible. Itinerary Day 1 Bridgetown, Barbados Day 2 Rodney Bay, St Lucia Day 3 Cabrits and Rouseau, Dominica Day 4 Falmouth Harbour, Antigua Day 5 Basseterre, St Kitts Day 6 Terre de Haut, Îles des Saintes Day 7 Fort de France, Martinique About Royal Clipper Day 8 Bridgetown, Barbados The Royal Clipper reflects the grand About Star Clippers age of sail, but with state of the Your Holiday Includes art navigation systems and every Imagine the thrill of a sailing cruise, but with all comfort, carrying just 228 guests in the comforts and luxuries of a modern ship - this • 7-night full board cruise style, with large open deck and three is the Star Clippers experience. Small enough • Complimentary tea, coffee and water swimming pools. The 3-deck atrium to visit ports unreachable by large cruise ships, • Complimentary use of ship’s watersports funnels sunlight into the elegant yet large enough to offer superb dining and and snorkelling equipment where dining room, with its superb cuisine onboard amenities, these are true clipper ships possible and no-tie dress code of the new age of sail - blending the romance Lead price based on 15 Dec 2018 of the legendary era of sailing ships with the comforts of a modern cruise vessel. We can arrange flights, transfers and hotel stays to suit

Blue Water 34 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Magnificent Europe Journey across Europe and discover magnificent cities and architectural treasure on this luxury, all-inclusive 14-night cruise along the Rhine, Main and Danube rivers with return flights from the UK, home pick-up service, exclusive Signature Experiences and Freedom of Choice excursions

On this unforgettable cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest, you will be introduced to some of Europe's finest treasures, such as the Gothic Cathedral in Cologne, Melk's beautiful Benedictine Save up to Abbey, the 18th-century Würzburg Residence and the Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna. Stroll the medieval streets of traditional riverside towns and sample some of the finest wines of the region. £4600 per couple! Enjoy once-in-a-lifetime moments and charming surprises with APT’s exclusive Signature from £2795pp Experiences, including a lavish banquet and piano recital in Namedy Castle, the 14th-century home of Princess Heide Von Hohenzollern. Savour a glass of sparkling wine on a private train journey through the Austrian countryside Departures aboard the elegant Majestic Imperator, before heading to Vienna for a Cocktail Reception 2018: Mar 16, 17, 30, 31; Apr 27, 28; and sensational private concert featuring May 11, 12, 25, 26; Jun 8, 9, 22, 23; Jul 6, members of the Mozart Boys’ choir. 7, 20, 21; Aug 3, 4, 17, 18, 31; Sep 1, 14, 15, 28, 29; Oct 12, 13, 26, 27; Nov 10; Dec 8 Itinerary Most dates also operate in reverse Day 1 UK to Amsterdam, Holland Day 2 Amsterdam, Holland Day 3 Cologne, Germany Day 4 Rüdesheim, Germany Day 5 Miltenberg, Germany Your Holiday Includes Day 6 Würzburg, Germany Day 7 Bamberg, Germany • 14-night all-inclusive luxury cruise Day 8 Nuremburg, Germany • Return flights from the UK Day 9 Regensberg, Germany • Overseas transfers Day 10 Passau, Germany and Linz, Austria • Private home-to-airport transfers within Day 11 Melk and Dürnstein, Austria 75 miles About Day 12-13 Vienna, Austria • Guided shore excursions and hand-picked APT Concerto Ships Day 14 Budapest, Hungary Signature Experiences Day 15 Budapest, Hungary to UK • Freedom of Choice Touring in selected APT sail on Concerto river ships, locations Europe’s most luxurious and highest- • Unlimited complimentary wine, beer, rated fleet. With just 164 guests, they spirits, soft drinks and hot drinks feature expansive public areas, a • Welcome Reception and Captain’s choice of dining options, and spacious Farewell Dinner cabins, most with innovative Twin • Complimentary Wi-Fi Balconies. All ships have a fitness • All tipping and gratuities centre, library and complimentary • Port and airport taxes bicycles for on-shore exploration.

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Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 35 Iceland and Atlantic Canada A unique 13-night all-inclusive expedition cruise holiday from the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik to the natural beauty of Greenland and Newfoundland in Canada, on brand new, state-of-the-art Scenic Eclipse, with thrilling Zodiac excursions and return flights from the UK

Toast the start of your luxury expedition as you board the innovative Scenic Eclipse in lively Reykjavik. Cruise past the glistening fjords and soaring volcanic peaks of the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, follow in Erik the Red's footsteps as you cross the Denmark Strait, and admire the stunning vistas of the Skjoldungen Fjords. Discover the World Heritage-listed L'Anse aux Meadows, a unique archaeological site, learn about the history of the well-preserved village Exclusive of Battle Harbour, and explore UNESCO-listed Gros Morne National Park. Visit quaint Havre Blue Water price! St Pierre on the banks of the Saint Lawrence River, before cruising to the beautiful town of from £7595pp Tadoussac, a whale watchers paradise. Departures Your Holiday Includes 2019: Aug 15 • 12-night all-inclusive cruise • Return flights from regional airports • Overseas transfers • Scenic Enrich and Scenic FreeChoice tours • Zodiac landings, kayak and snorkelling excursions with the Discovery Team • Unlimited complimentary premium wine, Itinerary beer, spirits and soft drinks Choice of 9 dining experiences UK to Reykjavik, Iceland • Day 1 • Complimentary in-suite minibar Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Iceland Day 2 • Complimentary Wi-Fi Denmark Strait, Iceland Day 3 • All tipping and gratuities About Scenic Eclipse Day 4 Skjoldungen Fjords, Greenland Day 5 Nanortalik, Greenland Lead price based on 15 Aug 2019 New for 2018, luxurious yacht Day 6-7 At sea Scenic Eclipse accommodates just Day 8 L'Anse aux Meadows, 228 passengers in verandah suites Newfoundland, Canada and has an almost 1:1 staff-to-guest Day 9 Battle Harbour, Newfoundland, ratio. A specialist Discovery Team Canada accompanies Zodiac landings, and Day 10 Gros Morne National Park, there is an onboard submarine and Newfoundland, Canada helicopter to explore in style. Public Day 11 Havre St Pierre, Canada areas include the Spa Sanctuary, Day 12 Tadoussac, Canada nine superb dining venues, and both Day 13 Québec City, Canada to UK indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Day 14 Arrive UK

Blue Water 36 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Australia and New Zealand Cruise from lively Sydney to the highlights of Australia and New Zealand, visiting the geysers of Rotorua, the art deco masterpieces of Napier and the fragrant gardens of Christchurch, with return flights from the UK and shore excursions in every port

Enjoy an overnight stop in Sydney, nestled at the foot of the Blue Mountains and renowned for its iconic Opera House, before cruising the Gippsland Coast to the dynamic city of Melbourne. Visit the fabled island of Tasmania, named after Dutch explorer Abel Tasman and home Save £500pp plus to the UNESCO-listed former penal colony of Port Arthur. receive $100pp OBC! See the sights of Dunedin, one of the best pp preserved Victorian cities in the world, soak from £6105 up the English ambience of Christchurch, nicknamed the 'Garden City', and call at Departures Wellington, New Zealand's fascinating capital bursting with culture. Napier is full of art 2018: Dec 16, 30* deco treasures, while Rotorua, sacred to 2019: Jun 13, 27*; Feb 10, 24* the Māori, offers spectacular hot springs, *Itinerary operates in reverse dramatic spouting geysers and bubbling mud pools. An overnight stop in Auckland, the 'City of Sails', gives ample time to take in the Your Holiday Includes key sights. • 14-night full board cruise • Return flights from the UK Itinerary • Overseas transfers • Guided shore excursions Day 1 UK to Sydney, Australia • Complimentary house wine, beer and soft Day 2 Sydney, Australia. Embark ship drinks with lunch and dinner Day 3 Sydney, Australia • Complimentary tea and coffee Day 4 At sea • 24-hour room service About Viking Spirit Day 5 Melbourne, Australia • Complimentary Wi-Fi Day 6 At sea • Port and airport taxes Viking Spirit carries 930 passengers Hobart, Tasmania, Australia Day 7 Lead price based on 16 Dec 2018 in relaxed style. Thoughtfully Day 8-9 At sea designed spacious cabins all offer Day 10 Dunedin, New Zealand verandas, in-cabin entertainment Day 11 Christchurch, New Zealand and 24-hour room service. Superb Day 12 Wellington, New Zealand facilities on board include a choice Day 13 Napier, New Zealand of dining options, spa with Snow Day 14 Rotorua, New Zealand Grotto and sauna, infinity pool and Day 15 Auckland, New Zealand main pool, and live performances in Day 16 Auckland, New Zealand to UK the theatre. Day 17 Arrive UK

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Cruise and Maritime Voyages offer superb no-fly cruises from a range of UK departure ports, including London Tilbury, Hull, Liverpool Look what’s included! and Newcastle Tyne, as well as Poole, Portsmouth and Cobh. Comfortable full board accommodation Our five ocean liners - 1400-passenger flagship Columbus, traditional • Afternoon teas and late night snacks 800-passenger Marco Polo, contemporary 1250-passenger Magellan, • classic 550-passenger Astoria and stylish 600-passenger Astor - offer • Stylish entertainment, cabarets and classics a traditional British cruise experience. Exclusively for adults, with the • Self service tea and coffee from 6am to midnight exception of a handful of multi-generational cruises, the ships explore Captain’s Cocktail Parties the picturesque Norwegian fjords, contrasting Baltic cities and Iceland, • Wide range of leisure facilities and activities the Land of Ice and Fire, to name but a few. Book your 2018 cruise • today and save up to 30% PLUS second passenger cruises half price! • Informative guest speakers

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4 Jun 2018 12 nights aboard Marco Polo 7 Oct 2018 15 nights aboard Magellan Harwich, UK - Copenhagen, Denmark - Warnemunde, Germany - Bristol Port, UK - La Coruna, Spain - Gibraltar, UK - Tallinn, Estonia - St Petersburg, Russia (overnight) - Arrecife, Lanzarote, Spain - Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain - Helsinki, Finland - Stockholm, Sweden - Holtenau, Germany - Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Tenerife, Spain - Funchal, Madeira, Portugal - Transit Kiel Canal, Germany - Brunsbuttel, Germany - Harwich, UK Lisbon, Portugal - Cobh, Republic of Ireland - Bristol Port, UK 1st passenger 2nd passenger 1st passenger 2nd passenger from £1159 from £579 from £1379 from £689

Cruise & Maritime Voyages are offered for sale in the UK by South Quay Travel & Leisure Ltd trading as Cruise & Maritime Voyages. ABTA V9945. Gratuities at £5 per person per night debited to your on board account. Prices are per person based on two adults sharing a twin cabin, subject to availability. Offers are applicable to new bookings and can be withdrawn at anytime. This offer cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Wonders of the Fjords Enjoy a kaleidoscope of awe-inspiring scenery as you explore the breathtaking Norwegian fjords, with visits to traditional towns and quaint villages, on this superb 8-night no-fly cruise from Hull on Marco Polo

The picturesque town of Eidfjord is the gateway to the stunning vistas of Hardangervidda, Norway's largest national park, while the tiny village of Flåm nestled Save up to 25% plus at the head of Aurlandsfjord is renowned for its railway which meanders through 2nd passenger half price! spectacular mountain scenery. Visit tranquil Olden, surrounded by verdant hills dotted with traditional farms, and 1st passenger from £1199pp perhaps take the opportunity to see the incredible Briksdal Glacier, one of the arms 2nd passenger pp of the mighty Jostedalsbreen Glacier. The beautiful Romsdal Alps and winding Troll from £599 Path Road are accessible from the serene town of Åndalsnes, and the iconic Bryggen Wharf with its characteristic wooden buildings is not Departures be missed as Marco Polo moors in Hanseatic 2018: Jun 29 Bergen. Itinerary Day 1 Hull, UK Day 2 At sea Day 3 Eidfjord and Hardangerfjord, Norway Day 4 Flåm and Sognefjord, Norway Day 5 Olden and Nordfjord, Norway Day 6 Åndalsnes, Norway Day 7 Bergen, Norway Your Holiday Includes Day 8 At sea About Marco Polo Day 9 Hull, UK • 8-night full board cruise Traditional ocean liner, Marco • Traditional British and International Polo, carries 800 passengers in cuisine including afternoon teas and late well-appointed cabins. Public night snacks areas include the elegant Waldorf • Superb programme of daytime and Restaurant offering two sitting evening activities dining, the theatre-style Marco Polo • Informative guest lectures Lounge, the setting for colourful • UK currency on board cabarets and shows, and a large • Child-free ship Sun Deck, complete with swimming • Port taxes pool and three whirlpools. Lead price based on 29 Jun 2018

Similar cruises available from other UK ports including Newcastle, London Tilbury, Portsmouth, Bristol, Poole and Liverpool

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Asia | Caribbean | Mediterranean | Panama Canal | Transatlantic Crossings

TALL SHIP CRUISES THAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF...

adventure has only just begun...

This is Star Clippers, and the

a century and a half ago.

the legendary clippers of

ships fly along the waves, just like

days and evenings. Our graceful

are free to do as you wish with your

there are no rigid schedules. You

On Star Clippers, you will find that

ship in the ordinary sense.

Clearly this is not a cruise

STAR CLIPPERS

STAR CLIPPERS

Clearly this is not a cruise ship in the ordinary sense. On Star Clippers, you will find that there are no rigid schedules. You are free to do as you wish with your days and evenings. Our graceful ships fly along the waves, just like the legendary clippers of a century and a half ago. This is Star Clippers, and the adventure has only just begun...

TALL SHIP CRUISES THAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF... Asia | Caribbean | Mediterranean | Panama Canal | Transatlantic Crossings

Call Blue Water Holidays on 01756 706506

Asia | Caribbean | Mediterranean | Panama Canal | Transatlantic Crossings

TALL SHIP CRUISES THAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF...

adventure has only just begun...

This is Star Clippers, and the

a century and a half ago.

the legendary clippers of

ships fly along the waves, just like

days and evenings. Our graceful

are free to do as you wish with your

there are no rigid schedules. You

On Star Clippers, you will find that

ship in the ordinary sense.

Clearly this is not a cruise

STAR CLIPPERS

Sicily and the Amalfi Coast Join magnificent tall ship Royal Clipper on this unique 7-night sailing along the beautiful Amalfi coast STAR CLIPPERS from Rome to stunning Sicily and the volcanic Aeolian Islands

Clearly this is not a cruise ship in the ordinary sense. On Star Clippers, you will find that there are no rigid schedules. You are free to do as you wish with your days and evenings. Our graceful ships fly along the waves, just like the legendary clippers of a century and a half ago. This is Star Clippers, and the adventure has only just begun...

TALL SHIP CRUISES THAT DREAMS ARE MADE OF... Asia | Caribbean | Mediterranean | Panama Canal | Transatlantic Crossings Voyage under full sail from the eternal city of Rome on Royal Clipper. Relax in the unspoiled Mediterranean charm of Ponza and admire the chic glamour of sophisticated Sorrento on the Bay of Naples. Soak up the flavours of the lemon-scented Amalfi Coast, where brightly-coloured houses cascade down to rocky bays. Visit sun-drenched Sicily with its unique history, culture and cuisine, with the option to take a tour of Save 10% plus exclusive enchanting Taormina and its atmospheric Greco-Roman Theatre set against the £50pp discount! dramatic backdrop of brooding Mount Etna. £1399pp Royal Clipper then cruises to the ruggedly from beautiful Aeolian Islands and picturesque Lipari, cruising past Stromboli’s active Departures volcano to watch for nature’s exhilarating firework show. 2018: Jun 2; Jul 14, 21; Sep 1, 8 Itinerary Day 1 Civitavecchia, Italy Day 2 Ponza and Palmarola, Italy Day 3 Sorrento, Italy Day 4 Amalfi, Italy About Star Clippers Messina, Sicily Day 5 Imagine the thrill of a sailing cruise, but with Lipari, Italy Day 6 all the comforts and luxuries of a modern At sea Day 7 ship - this is the Star Clippers experience. Civitavecchia, Italy Day 8 Small enough to visit ports unreachable by About Royal Clipper large cruise ships, yet large enough to offer superb dining and onboard amenities, these The Royal Clipper reflects the grand Your Holiday Includes are true clipper ships of the new age of sail - age of sail, but with state of the blending the romance of the legendary era of art navigation systems and every • 7-night full board cruise sailing ships with the comforts of a modern comfort, carrying just 228 guests in • Complimentary tea, coffee and water cruise vessel. style, with large open deck and three • Complimentary use of ship’s watersports swimming pools. The 3-deck atrium and snorkelling equipment where funnels sunlight into the elegant We can arrange flights, transfers and hotel possible dining room, with its superb cuisine stays to suit and no-tie dress code Lead price based on 2 Jun 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 41 Seychelles Garden of Eden Discover the beauty and charm of the unspoilt Seychelles on this 8-night island-hopping megayacht cruise to spectacular beaches and tropical forests with an abundance of wildlife, including return flights and overseas transfers

This superb megayacht cruise holiday explores the unique natural habitat of the Seychelles, with plenty of time for relaxation and diving, snorkelling and swimming. Visit the breathtaking islands of this Indian Ocean archipelago, each bursting with individual character and charm, Save 10% on cruise cost! from the bird colonies of Aride to the peaceful island of La Digue and uninhabited from £2245pp Curieuse, home to giant tortoises. Explore crystal clear waters teeming with tropical fish or discover the famous 'Coco de Mer' palm trees on a walk through the lush Departures rainforests. Enjoy a swim on the picturesque 2018: Departs weekly between Jan 5 and Oct 27 beach, Anse de Source d' Argent, said to be the most photographed beach in the world. The relaxed nature of this small ship cruise means that activities such as swimming, diving and snorkelling are virtually always possible. Itinerary Your Holiday Includes Day 1 UK to Port Victoria, Seychelles • 7-night full board cruise Port Victoria and Beau Vallon Bay, • Return flights from the UK Day 2 Overseas transfers Seychelles • • Complimentary tea, coffee and bottled About Pegasus St Anne Island and Curieuse, Day 3 water Seychelles Pegasus accommodates just 49 guests • Use of fishing and snorkelling equipment Day 4 Cousin Island and Anse Lazio, in a relaxed, congenial atmosphere, Seychelles Lead price based on 6 Jul 2018 and offers a harmonious balance Day 5 Aride, St Pierre Island and between conventional cruising and Baie St Anne, Seychelles private yachting. Enjoy magnificent Day 6 Baie St Anne, Félicité and La Digue, sea views from the open deck, relax Seychelles in the handsomely appointed lounge, Day 7 La Digue and Moyenne Island, browse the well-stocked library or enjoy Seychelles ocean-view dining in the convivial and Day 8 Moyenne Island and Mahé, spacious restaurant area. Swim from a Seychelles platform on the stern when weather and Day 9 Mahé, Seychelles to UK anchorage conditions permit.

Blue Water 42 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn Alaska and the Inside Passage This exciting 10-night Alaska cruise from Vancouver to Seward explores the magnificent Inside Passage and visits the remote towns of Ketchikan, Sitka, Skagway and Juneau. Includes return flights from the UK and shore excursions in every port

Join Viking Spirit and sail along Alaska's rugged coastline to discover fascinating traditional native culture, pristine scenery, majestic glaciers and spectacular wildlife. Cruise along one of Save £500pp plus Alaska’s most scenic waterways, the famed Inside Passage, and keep an eye out for orcas, dolphins and whales. receive $100pp OBC! Travel back in time to learn more about Native from £4085pp Tlingit Indian culture, their art, artefacts and totems at Ketchikan and discover the Russian influences in Sitka. Visit Juneau, Alaska's state Departures capital, the historic gold rush town of Skagway, and the old fishing town of Icy Strait Point. 2019: May 26; Jun 5*, 15, 25*; Jul 5, 15*, 25; 4* Cruise through Alaska's pristine wilderness at Aug *Itinerary operates in reverse Yakutat Bay to the spectacular Hubbard Glacier, then explore Valdez's fascinating history on a walking tour and learn more about the area's marine wildlife on a visit to the Alaska SeaLife Centre. Itinerary Day 1 UK to Vancouver, Canada Day 2 Cruising the Inside Passage, Alaska Day 3 Ketchikan, Alaska Day 4 Sitka, Alaska About Viking Spirit Day 5 Juneau, Alaska Viking Spirit carries 930 passengers Day 6 Skagway, Alaska in relaxed style. Thoughtfully Day 7 Icy Strait Point, Alaska designed spacious cabins all offer Day 8 Cruising Yakutat Bay, Alaska verandas, in-cabin entertainment Day 9 Valdez, Alaska Your Holiday Includes and 24-hour room service. Superb Day 10 Seward, Alaska • 10-night full board cruise facilities on board include a choice Day 11 Seward, Alaska to UK of dining options, spa with Snow Arrive UK • Return flights from the UK Day 12 • Overseas transfers Grotto and sauna, infinity pool and • Guided shore excursions main pool, and live performances in • Complimentary house wine, beer and the theatre. soft drinks with lunch and dinner • Complimentary tea and coffee • 24-hour room service Extension • Complimentary Wi-Fi • Vancouver Extension: Extend your • Port and airport taxes cruise with a 2-night pre-cruise stay in Lead price based on 5 Jun 2019 Vancouver from £389pp

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Gems of Southeast Europe Cruise through Hungary, Serbia, Bulgaria and the dramatic Iron Gates towards the Black Sea on this 7-night cruise with return flights from the UK, included shore excursions and complimentary drinks with meals

Start your journey in Budapest, a famous haven for musicians, writers and artists. See the rolling hills and vine-clad slopes of Pécs before departing Hungary for Croatia. Visit FREE flights plus Vukovar before cruising to the Novi Sad in Serbia. Explore the myriad of streets, plazas exclusive £50pp discount! and squares and visit the Kalemegdan Fortress and the Serbian Orthodox Temple during a panoramic tour of Serbia's capital, Belgrade. from £1995pp Cruise through one of Europe's most awe-inspiring natural wonders, the 'Iron Gates', a narrow passage which divides Europe's Balkan from the Carpathian mountains. Visit Departures the Bulgarian frontier town of Vidin before cruising along the Romanian-Bulgarian border 2018: Apr 14, 21*; May 12, 19*; Jun 9, 16*; to Veliko Tarnovo, the ancient capital of Jul 21, 28*; Sep 15, 22*; Oct 13, 20* Bulgaria. Guided shore excursions are included *Itinerary operates in reverse in every port and there is usually a choice between Special Interest Tours and hiking and biking trips for the more active. Itinerary Your Holiday Includes Day 1 UK to Budapest, Hungary Day 2 Mohacs and Pécs, Hungary • 7-night full board cruise Day 3 Vukovar, Croatia and Novi Sad, Serbia • Return flights from the UK Day 4 Belgrade, Serbia • Overseas transfers Day 5 Cruising the Iron Gates • Guided shore excursions with a choice in About Day 6 Vidin, Bulgaria most locations AmaWaterways Ships Day 7 Giurgiu, Romania, Veliko Tarnovo • Complimentary bicycles and guided and Rousse, Bulgaria bicycle tours These award-winning modern ships Day 8 Giurgiu, Romania to UK • Complimentary hand-selected wine, beer have been rated the best in Europe. and soft drinks with lunch and dinner They carry up to 164 passengers and • Sip and Sail Cocktail Hour with most cabins feature revolutionary twin Extensions complimentary wine, beer, spirits and balconies or French balconies, along soft drinks with complimentary infotainment • Vienna Extension: Extend your cruise with a • Welcome Reception, La Chaîne des system and Wi-Fi. Gourmet quality food 2-night pre-cruise stay in Vienna from £347pp Rôtisseurs Dinner and Captain’s Farewell is served in the main restaurant and • Romania Extension: Extend your cruise with Dinner the Chef’s Table speciality restaurant. a 3-night post-cruise stay in Romania (1 night • Local onboard entertainment Complimentary bicycles for on-shore in Brasov, 2 nights in Bucharest) from £347pp • Port and airport taxes exploration are carried on board.

Lead price based on 14 Apr 2018

Blue Water Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn holidays 45 New England Grandeur Enjoy a 3-night pre-cruise hotel stay in the lively city of New York, before embarking luxurious Crystal Symphony for a 10-night all-inclusive cruise to New England and Canada in the fall, on this exclusive 14-night holiday with return flights from the UK

A 3-night hotel stay in New York gives ample time to discover the iconic sights, including the majestic Empire State Building, bright lights of Times Square and famous Statue of Liberty. Join stylish Crystal Symphony and cruise to the world-famous yachting centre of Newport, Rhode Island, before continuing to beautiful Boston, a city with a proud history. Explore picturesque Bar Harbor, once a summer retreat of the rich and famous, take the opportunity Exclusive Blue Water to visit the oldest continuing farmers' market in Canada during your time in Saint John, and package with 3-night soak up the Scottish ambience of Nova Scotia. Crystal Symphony then cruises the Gulf of New York stay! St Lawrence and Saguenay River to diverse Québec and cosmopolitan Montreal. from £3659pp Itinerary Departures Day 1 UK to New York City, USA Day 2-3 New York City, USA 2018: Sep 22 Day 4 New York City, USA. Embark ship Day 5 New York City, USA Day 6 Newport, Rhode Island, USA Day 7 Boston, Massachusetts, USA Day 8 Bar Harbor, Maine, USA Day 9 Saint John, New Brunswick, and Bay of Fundy, Canada Day 10 Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada Your Holiday Includes Day 11 Cruising the Gulf of St Lawrence, Canada • 10-night all-inclusive cruise Day 12 Cruising the Saguenay River, Canada • 3-night New York hotel stay About Day 13 Québec City, Canada • Return flights from the UK Crystal Symphony Day 14 Montreal, Canada to UK • Overseas transfers Day 15 Arrive UK • Choice of Crystal Adventures in most Refurbished in 2017, the elegant ports during the cruise 848-passenger Crystal Symphony is • Choice of 8 dining experiences one of the most luxurious ships at • Complimentary fine wines, champagne, sea. Guests can enjoy award-winning premium spirits, soft drinks and speciality cuisine in a choice of superb dining coffees on board ship venues, including two speciality • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board ship restaurants, plus relax in the lavish spa • Gratuities on board ship and spend time with newfound friends • Port and airport taxes in the spacious lounges. Lead price based on 22 Sep 2018

Blue Water 46 holidays Call us on 01756 706506 or visit www.bluewaterholidays.com/autumn West Indies Explorer Escape the winter blues with this luxurious 11-night cruise holiday from Puerto Rico to eight of the finest Caribbean islands, on board new ship Viking Sea, with superb inclusions and return flights from the UK and shore excursions in every port

Explore the emerald rainforests of Puerto Rico, trace the colourful history of pirates and buccaneers on Tortola, admire the dramatic mountain peaks of St Lucia and swim in the sheltered bays of Antigua's 365 beaches. Enjoy the mouthwatering Creole cuisine of Save £500pp plus Guadeloupe and spend a day on St Kitts, receive $100pp OBC! with its glorious beaches and fascinating colonial capital, Basseterre. Discover the from £2490pp unique blend of French charm and Dutch hospitality on St Maarten before reaching cosmopolitan St Thomas, where sparkling Departures turquoise seas are dotted with yachts. An 2017: 27; 6, 26; 6 included excursion in every port enables you Oct Nov Dec to enjoy the vibrant rhythm of music, colour 2018: Jan 6, 16, 26; Feb 15, 25; Mar 7, 17; and culture in style. Nov 7 2019: Jan 8, 28; Feb 17; Mar 9, 19 Itinerary Day 1 UK to San Juan, Puerto Rico Your Holiday Includes Day 2 San Juan, Puerto Rico Day 3 Tortola, British Virgin Islands • 10-night full board cruise Day 4 St John's, Antigua • Return flights from the UK Day 5 Castries, St Lucia • Overseas transfers Day 6 Bridgetown, Barbados • Guided shore excursions Day 7 Pointe-à-Pitre, Guadeloupe • Complimentary house wine, beer and soft Day 8 Basseterre, St Kitts drinks with lunch and dinner Day 9 Philipsburg, St Maarten • Complimentary tea and coffee Day 10 Charlotte Amalie, St Thomas, • 24-hour room service US Virgin Islands • Complimentary Wi-Fi About Viking Sea • Port and airport taxes Day 11 San Juan, Puerto Rico to UK Viking Sea carries 930 passengers in Lead price based on 7 Mar 2018 Day 12 Arrive UK relaxed style. Thoughtfully designed spacious cabins all offer verandas, in-cabin entertainment and 24-hour room service. Superb facilities on board include a choice of dining options, spa with Snow Grotto and sauna, infinity pool and main pool, and live performances in the theatre.

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