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SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE £200 PER PERSON SMALL SHIP CRUISING IN THE AEGEAN ABOARD THE MS MONET SEPTEMBER & OCTOBER 2021 MS MONET

e are delighted to have chartered the MS Monet for a series of cruises in the Mediterranean in 2021. Originally built in 1970, the MS Monet was converted and launched as a passenger ship in 1998, fully renovated in 2016 and upgraded againW in 2018. She is a 220 foot motor yacht accommodating a maximum of 50 guests. If you find large resort style vessels accommodating many thousands of passengers attractive then of course this isn’t the vessel for you. However, if you prefer an informal and warm atmosphere more akin to a private yacht combined with an itinerary dedicated to both discovery and relaxation then you need look no further.

Your Cabin All the cabins on board the MS Monet are designed for comfort and have a warm and inviting feel with light fabrics and wood trimmings. Cabins range in size from 9 to 22 square metres and Categories A, B & C are equipped with windows, while those in Category D have portholes. Cabins 104-107, 112, 119, 205 and 210-215 feature twin beds and all other cabins have fixed double beds. Facilities include en-suite bathroom with shower, television, minifridge, safety deposit box, air-conditioning and hairdryer.

Your Space The public areas include a main lounge and bar with comfortable sofas Category A Cabin - 309 on the Lumiere Deck, a restaurant located on the Parisian Deck and the Lumiere Open Deck al dining area where meals can be enjoyed when weather permits. The gym can be found on the Parisian Deck and the Lumiere Sun Deck provides a delightful sun exposed space with sun loungers and a Jacuzzi, ideal for relaxation and wonderful views.

Your Dining Located on the Parisian Deck, the glass enclosed indoor dining room seats all passengers in a single sitting with unassigned seating and allows for wonderful panoramic views of the stunning scenery as we sail. The Lumiere Open Deck provides a generous covered area where guests can enjoy meals al fresco, weather permitting. Food is served at the table or displayed on the hot and cold buffet stands. The menu is international, with a focus on local specialties. A choice of house wine, Category C Cabin beer and soft drinks are served with lunch and dinner.

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Lounge Restaurant Lounge

Life On Board During the day, life on board focuses around the DECK PLAN indoor lounge area, and the indoor and outdoor dining spaces, as well as the open and inviting deck areas including the Jacuzzi. These are natural LUMIERE DECK gathering places and perfect for enjoying your 309 301 meals al fresco, relaxing in a comfortable chair 305 LOUNGE 307 with a good book or socialising with your fellow

308 JACUZZI passengers and enjoying the views. 306

OUTDOOR DINING 302

PARISIAN DECK

STAFF 205 STAFF 215 211 209 203 201 RECEPTION RESTAURANT 212 210 208 204 202

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CAMILLE DECK

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+44 (0)20 7752 0000 3 HALCYON DAYS IN THE AEGEAN A discovery of the Greek islands aboard the MS Monet 2nd to 14th September 2021

oin us for a relaxing and informative voyage to some of the most idyllic islands in the Aegean. Part of the joy of a cruise aboard a small vessel is its capability to dock in small ports and cruising aboard the delightful MS Monet is a wonderful Jway to experience the lesser known islands of the Aegean and encounter their timeless quality. Owing to the fact that our small ship can moor centrally, we have the added advantage of being able to access the towns and villages by foot in many of the ports of call. We have devised our itinerary to allow ample time to wander through the whitewashed villages and picturesque harbours of some hidden Greek island gems such as , , and . In addition, whilst ensuring a relaxing time will be had by all, we could not devise

an itinerary in this wonderful region without including visits to at least some of the Skyros Ephesus wonderful ancient sites in the area and we will discover the fascinating site of Ephesus where St Paul preached and spend some time on the island of where we will visit Kusadasi Athens the grotto of St John. Fourni Ikaria Patmos With a maximum of only 50 guests, our trips ashore will be a pleasure as we explore Folegandros Nisyros with local guides and, with its wealth of historic sites, dramatic scenery and the crystal- Tilos clear waters of the Aegean, it will become evident why this region has inspired writers, poets and artists since the time of Homer. The Itinerary Day 1 London to Athens, Greece. Day 3 Chios. The birthplace and partially excavated site where to be the birthplace of Hera, the Fly by scheduled flight. On arrival of Homer, Chios remained a digging has been taking place mathematician Pythagoras and transfer to the MS Monet and significant Aegean island into for over a century. Broad streets philosopher Epicurus. From the port embark. Enjoy welcome drinks and the Byzantine period. Homer are lined by impressive buildings of Vathy we will visit the excellent dinner as we sail this evening. mentions the island by name including the library of Celsus archaeological museum with one several times in the Odyssey, and the temples of Serapis and of the richest collections in Greece Day 2 Skyros. Spend the morning calling it ‘paipaloessa’, or craggy, Hadrian. Once the capital of Ionia, including the five metre tall Kouros at sea as we cruise to Skyros, the a richly deserved epithet. The St Paul preached here on his rescued from the Hereion and most remote and least developed island is rich in ancient ruins and second missionary journey and we dedicated to the God Apollo. of the Islands. Our this morning we will visit the 11th will visit the Church of the Virgin Continue to the Sanctuary of Hera, afternoon guided tour will visit century Monastery of Nea Moni, Mary, the most important Christian the second largest temple ever Chora, the island’s capital and one a UNESCO World Heritage Site monument in Ephesus. We will built in Greece dating from the 6th of the most beautiful villages in and one of the most important also see the spectacular Grand century BC, before arriving at the Skyros. On a hill above Chora sits ecclesiastical monuments in Theatre, originally built in the 3rd charming village of Pythagorio. an imposing Byzantine castle and Greece. Return to the MS Monet century BC by the and later Return to the MS Monet for lunch the monastery of Saint George, for lunch and this afternoon is expanded by the Romans to the and enjoy a free afternoon in Vathy. one of the most important free to explore the town of Chios present capacity of 24,000. We landmarks on the island offering independently. will enjoy an afternoon at leisure Day 6 Ikaria & Fourni. According views over the Aegean. We will in Kusadasi. Sail this evening to to Greek myth, Ikaria was created also visit the statue dedicated to Day 4 Kusadasi, Turkey. Arrive in Samos where we moor overnight. when Ikarus crashed into the the British poet Rupert Brooke who Kusadasi over breakfast. From our sea after flying too close to the died on the island during the First berth we will drive to the nearby Day 5 Samos, Greece. Today we sun. Today it is one of the least World War. ancient city of Ephesus, a stunning explore Samos which lays claim developed but visually dramatic Greek islands with beautiful coves, deep valleys and hidden beaches. Syros On a scenic drive we will explore the villages and discover why the islanders here have a longer life expectancy than anywhere else in Europe. The island is also revered as the birthplace of Dionysus, the God of wine and we plan to visit one of the local vineyards. We sail over lunch to one of the best kept secret islands in the Aegean, Fourni. Once a haven for pirates who enjoyed the island’s remote setting, little changed for centuries it has a wonderfully peaceful atmosphere. Enjoy a free afternoon to walk up from the harbour to the charming main square and enjoy a drink whilst watching island life.

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Halki

Patmos

Day 7 Patmos. Of all the Greek Day 9 Tilos & Halki. Departing Tilos the Aegean. Return to the ship for Syros which was the largest cultural islands, Patmos is the most after breakfast we sail during the lunch and a relaxing afternoon at and trade centre of the Aegean in sacred to Christians both morning to the tiny island of Halki. sea as we sail to Paros, arriving in the 19th century and the capital Orthodox and Western and it Spend the afternoon exploring at the early evening. was Greece’s principal was here that St John received your own pace through the maze port. Arriving in the late afternoon his revelation. This morning, we of alleyways, see the picturesque Day 12 Paros & Syros. Paros is we will take a stroll in the town will make our way to the grotto houses, the church of Agios famed for the marble that is drawn of , the capital of the of St John. This small cave, now Nikolaos and the clock tower. Those from the island’s interior and . The prosperity of the converted into the beautiful feeling active may wish to walk to used in the Venus de Milo statue. island in the 19th and early 20th chapel, is where the Saint lived, a local beach or climb to the old We moor at Parikia, a beautiful century created through commerce had his revelation and wrote capital of Horio perched on a hill village of whitewashed houses and and shipping is reflected in the ‘Book of the Apocalypse’. From where you can see the Castle of the labyrinthine streets. Explore the 4th architecture with a beautiful square, here continue to the village of Knights of St John and enjoy the century Panagia Ekatondapyliani, town hall and theatre. Chora, with its simple houses and wonderful views. one of the finest churches in Byzantine churches and climb the Cyclades and the Byzantine Day 13 Athens to London. to the Monastery of St John Day 10 Nisyros. We spend the Museum, which houses icons from Disembark this morning and the Theologian. Upon entering day on the small island of Nisyros the churches and monasteries of transfer to the airport for our into the courtyard, admire the arriving in the port of Mandraki. the island. We sail over lunch to scheduled flight to London. intricate pebbled floor, decorated This morning we will drive to the arches and frescoes adorning Polyvotis Volcano named after the the entrance to the chapel of Titan imprisoned under the rock of Christodoulos. Return to the MS Nisyros during the battle with the PRICES PER PERSON Based on double occupancy Monet for lunch and enjoy an gods. Here we will learn more of afternoon and evening at leisure the legends and have the chance SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE £200 PER PERSON as we moor overnight. to walk into the caldera. After lunch FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY you can spend a relaxing afternoon Spend a morning at wandering through the village or Brochure Special Offer Day 8 Tilos. Cat Cabin Description Price Price sea as we sail to timeless Tilos. climb to the Monastery of Panagia D Twin/Double with portholes on Camille/Parisien Deck £4795 £4595 This lovely island has still to find Spilanior. C Twin/Double with windows on Parisien/Lumiere Deck £4995 £4795 its way onto the pages of tour B Superior Double with windows of Lumiere Deck £5295 £5095 operator’s brochures and so retains Day 11 Folegandros & Paros. A Deluxe Double with windows on Lumiere Deck £5495 £5295 its traditional atmosphere. See Arrive this morning at the little- D Twin/Double with portholes on Camille/Parisien Deck for sole use £6295 £6095 Livadia, a lively little town and known island of Folegandros. Megalo Chorio, its tiny capital rich Visit the clifftop capital of Chora, PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel • 12 nights aboard in crusader castles. There is also a a wonderfully picturesque village the MS Monet on a full board basis • House wine, beer and soft drinks beach nearby for those that prefer with alleys lined with bougainvillea with lunch and dinner on board • Noble Caledonia onboard team • Shore to have a swim. This evening we and hibiscus and a dramatic excursions • Gratuities • Transfers • Port taxes. remain in port for those wishing to seascape over an edge which Not Included: Travel insurance. take an after dinner stroll. drops some 700 feet directly into

+44 (0)20 7752 0000 5 AEGEAN ODYSSEY A voyage from Kusadasi to Athens aboard the MS Monet 30th September to 9th October 2021

ctober is a wonderful time of year to visit some of the unspoiled islands, timeless villages and ancient sites of the Aegean. Join us aboard the 50-passenger MS Monet and explore ancient sites where 3000 years of history can be viewed in relative peaceO and quiet at a time of year when the absence of high summer crowds will contribute towards making this a memorable journey. We will explore some truly fascinating sites including the ancient city of Ephesus which is rightly one of the most famous Graeco-Roman sites in the Mediterranean, where digging has been taking place for over a century, and we will spend time on the island of Patmos where we will visit the grotto of St John. We will also discover the famous citadel of Mycenae from the delightful port of Nafplio and visit the Temple of Poseidon and Temple of Aphaia, two of the major monuments of the Golden Age of Athens. Our itinerary is a well balanced mix of guided excursions and time at leisure to explore the charming villages independently. With a maximum of just 50 guests, Ephesus İzmir TURKEY our trips ashore will be a pleasure as we explore with local guides who will also Kusadasi Nemea Athens join us on board for our cruise, adding immeasurably to our knowledge of the Mycenae Lavrion Samos Napflio GREECE Patmos region. Whether you are interested in ancient history, Greek myths or simply the joy of cruising aboard a small ship and experiencing new places and islands in this Monemvasia beautiful region, our voyage through the Aegean will surely appeal.

Heraklion

The Itinerary Day 1 London to Kusadasi, Turkey. second missionary journey and we excellent archaeological museum painter Apelles. We will drive the Fly by scheduled indirect flight will see the Church of the Virgin with one of the richest collections short distance to the Asklepion, to Izmir. On arrival transfer to the Mary, the most important Christian in Greece including the five metre the infirmary of antiquity, which was MS Monet in Kusadasi and enjoy monument in Ephesus. We will tall Kouros rescued from the constructed in the 4th century BC. welcome drinks and dinner as we also visit the spectacular Grand Hereion and dedicated to the God Among the ruins are part of the moor overnight. Theatre, originally built in the 3rd Apollo. Continue to the Sanctuary Doric Temple of Aesculapius, the century BC by the Greeks and of Hera, the second largest altar and the Stoa which housed Day 2 Kusadasi for Ephesus. later expanded by the Romans to temple ever built in Greece dating the famous Hippocrates Medical From our berth we will drive to the its present capacity of 24,000. We from the 6th century BC before School. After lunch on board nearby ancient city of Ephesus, a will enjoy an afternoon at leisure in arriving at the charming village of explore Kos Town at your own pace. stunning and partially excavated Kusadasi before we sail for Samos Pythagorio. After lunch on board site where digging has been taking and moor overnight. enjoy the remainder of the day at Day 6 . Spend the place for over a century. Broad leisure in Vathy. morning at sea as we sail to . streets are lined by impressive Day 3 Samos, Greece. Samos lays From our berth it is a short distance buildings including the library of claim to be the birthplace of Hera, Day 4 Patmos. Of all the Greek to the Palace of Knossos, legendary Celsus and the temples of Serapis the mathematician Pythagoras islands, Patmos is the most sacred home of the Minotaur. Wander and Hadrian. Once the capital of and philosopher Epicurus. From to Christians both Orthodox and around the site impressively Ionia, St Paul preached here on his the port of Vathy we will visit the Western and it was here that St excavated by Sir Arthur Evans, John received his revelation. This seeing some of the 1300 rooms morning, we will make our way adorned with lively frescoes where Zeus temple, Nemea to the grotto of St John. This King Minos held court. small cave, now converted into the beautiful chapel, is where the Day 7 Monemvasia & Napflio. Saint lived, had his revelation and This is a magical place with a wrote ‘Book of the Apocalypse’. massive rock rising dramatically From here continue to the village out of the sea with a fortress on of Chora, with its simple houses top. However, the real attraction and Byzantine churches and climb is the Medieval town with its to the Monastery of St John the narrow, cobbled streets and the Theologian. Upon entering into main square dominated by an old the courtyard, admire the intricate cannon and the cathedral. On a pebbled floor, decorated arches morning walking tour we will visit and frescoes adorning the entrance the town and have some free time, to the chapel of Christodoulos. perhaps climb up to the fort to Return to the MS Monet for lunch enjoy the views from the plateau and an afternoon and evening at before returning to the MS Monet leisure. for lunch. We sail in the afternoon along the coast towards Nafplio Day 5 Kos. According to Myth, Kos where we moor overnight. was the homeland of the Giants. The island has given to the world Day 8 Nafplio, Mycenae & Nemea. Hippocrates, father of medicine, After breakfast we will enjoy a Pythagoras, and the 4th century scenic drive through the Argos

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Istanbul

Mycenae Samos

Before embarking the MS Monet we are offering a three night pre- cruise extension in Istanbul. The Itinerary Day 1 London to Istanbul, Turkey. Fly by scheduled flight. Arrive this evening and transfer to our hotel for a three night stay. Meet tonight for dinner in the hotel restaurant. (D) Day 2 Istanbul. After breakfast at the hotel we start our exploration of Istanbul which will include the Hippodrome, the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and the Basilica Cistern. Lunch is taken at a local restaurant with Plain to Nemea, the site of a local restaurant before returning to the remainder of the day at leisure. (B, L) religious sanctuary which hosted Nafplio this afternoon and sailing Day 3 Istanbul. Our day begins with a visit to the Suleymaniye Mosque, the pan-Hellenic athletic games late this evening. a masterpiece of the 16th century architect Sinan and the Chora every two years from 573 BC until Church. Before lunch we visit the Fener Greek Quarter and the Jewish 271 BC. The mythical origin of the Day 9 Lavrion & Aegina. From Quarter. (B, L) games is sometimes ascribed to the port of Lavrion it is a short Day 4 Istanbul to Izmir. Check out this morning and transfer to the Hercules who, after his first labour drive to Cape Sounion and the airport for our scheduled flight to Izmir. On arrival we transfer to the in which he had to kill the Nemean Temple of Poseidon. This is one MS Monet berthed in Kusadasi. (B) lion living in the caves of Mount of the major monuments of the Tritos above the site, established Golden Age of Athens and one of PRICES PER PERSON the athletic games in honour of his the “sacred triangle” of temples Based on double occupancy father, Zeus. Our guided tour will alongside the Parthenon in Athens include the Temple of Zeus, the and Temple of Aphaia in Aegina. Twin: £795 Single: £995 bath house and the stadium before Nearby, see the Temple of Athena Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel from Istanbul to a visit to the small but excellent and a fortress built in 413 BC Izmir, three nights hotel accommodation in Istanbul, meals as indicated on-site museum. Nemea is also during the Peloponnesian War (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner), Noble Caledonia Tour Manager, famous for its red wines and we against the Spartans. Returning excursions, transfers, gratuities. Not Included: Travel insurance. will enjoy a wine tasting at a local to the ship we sail over lunch to vineyard before we continue to Aegina which, from 1827 to 1829, the famous citadel of Mycenae served as the temporary capital Post-Cruise Athens Extension th th which is located high above the of the newly formed Greek state. 9 to 11 October 2021 confluence of two boulder strewn Here we see the Temple of Aphaia ravines and accessed by way of the before exploring the narrow alleys Athens Lion Gate. Once inside the gate, and neoclassical buildings of the we will explore the Royal Palace, harbour town. This evening we the shaft graves and the remains sail for Athens where we moor of the city walls. An archaeological overnight. briefing within the Treasury of Artreus (also known as the Tomb Day 10 Athens to London. of Agamemnon) will add to our Disembark this morning and understanding and appreciation of transfer to the airport for our the sights. We will enjoy lunch in a scheduled flight to London. If you would like to spend some time in Athens after your cruise, we are offering a two night hotel stay. The Itinerary

PRICES PER PERSON Day 1 Athens, Greece. Disembark after breakfast and drive to the Acropolis, Based on double occupancy a symbol of the glory of ancient Greece. After exploring the fascinating site, SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE £200 PER PERSON a brief walk will bring you to the new Acropolis Museum. After our visit we FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY will make our way to Plaka for a traditional Greek lunch. This afternoon we will check into our hotel and the evening is at leisure. (B, L) Brochure Special Offer A free day to explore at your own pace. Meet tonight Cat Cabin Description Price Price Day 2 Athens. for dinner. (B, D) D Twin/Double with portholes on Camille/Parisien Deck £3695 £3495 Day 3 Athens. Check out this morning and transfer to the airport for C Twin/Double with windows on Parisien/Lumiere Deck £3895 £3695 our scheduled flight to London.(B) B Superior Double with windows of Lumiere Deck £4195 £3995 A Deluxe Double with windows on Lumiere Deck £4495 £4295 PRICES PER PERSON D Twin/Double with portholes on Camille/Parisien Deck for sole use £4995 £4795 Based on double occupancy

PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel • Nine nights aboard Twin: £645 Single: £895 the MS Monet on a full board basis • House wine, beer and soft drinks Price Includes: Two nights hotel accommodation in Athens, meals as with lunch and dinner on board • Noble Caledonia onboard team • Shore indicated (B – Breakfast, L – Lunch, D – Dinner), Noble Caledonia Tour excursions • Gratuities • Transfers • Port taxes. Manager, excursions, transfers, gratuities. Not Included: Travel insurance. Not Included: Travel insurance.

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