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Amalfi Coast Sicily and Malta Ancient Empires Amalfi Coast u Sicily AND Malta May 12 to 20, 2022 ExExclusivelyclusively CharteredChartered Rome u Pompeii u Naples u Positano u Isle of Capri FFive-Starive-Star SmSmallall SShiphip Taormina u Syracuse u Agrigento u Valletta LLee LLyrialyrial 1 Depart the U.S. or Canada 2 Rome, Italy/Civitavecchia/Embark Le Lyrial 3 Naples for Pompeii 4 Sorrento for Amalfi Coast and Positano/ Isle of Capri 5 Cruise past Stromboli/Naxos for Taormina, Sicily 6 Syracuse 7 Porto Empedocle for Agrigento 8 Valletta, Malta u Uniquely designed seven-night cruise itinerary 9 Valletta/Disembark ship/ following Gohagan & Company’s tradition of Return to the U.S. or Canada innovative programming and educational travel. Itinerary is subject to change. u This exclusively chartered cruise aboard the Five-Star small ship UNESCO World Le Lyrial allows access to smaller ports. Civitavecchia Rome Heritage Site Naples Pompeii Cruise Itinerary Air Routing u Features eight UNESCO World Heritage sites, Sorrento Amalfi Land Routing including Italy’s breathtaking Amalfi Coast and Sicily’s Capri Coast ancient Greco-Roman sites in Taormina, Syracuse and Agrigento. Positano ITALY u Cruise to centuries-old cities, medieval ports and scenic Stromboli landscapes—once coveted by the world’s most powerful TyrrhenianSea Mt. Etna Medit empires—at a tremendous value. erra ne Agrigento Sic Taormina an u ily S Enjoy a private tour of Casa Rocca Piccola and its lovely gardens e Porto Naxos a Empedocle in Valletta, Malta, hosted by a member of the noble de Piro family. Syracuse u Eternal Rome Pre-Program Option and Timeless Malta MALTA Valletta Post-Program Option. Ancient Empires Amalfi Coast u Sicily and Malta Program Features ExExclusivelyclusively ChCharteredartered u Excursion to the Archaeological Museum FFive-Starive-Star SmSmallall SShiphip in Naples’ Historic Center. Le Lyrial u Scenic drive along the famous Amalfi Coast showcasing Italy’s natural beauty. u Views of Sicily’s imposing Mt. Etna, Europe’s highest volcano. u Cruise past the island of Stromboli, the “Lighthouse of the Mediterranean.” u Tour of Sicily’s Syracuse, with visits to one of the best-preserved ancient u Only 110 Five-Star Greek theaters in the world and the Suites and Staterooms On Board the Exclusively historical island of Ortygia, the legendary Chartered, Five‑Star “Old City” of Syracuse. u Sophisticated French elegance Small Ship Le Lyrial u Excursion to Sicily’s Agrigento and its u 100% ocean-view accommodations u majestic Valley of the Temples. Seven-night cruise from Civitavecchia, u Balconies in u Walking tour of Valletta, Malta, to see Italy, to Valletta, Malta. 95% of accommodations u Elegantly appointed, Five-Star Suite or the ornate St. John’s Co-Cathedral and Stateroom, each with a private balcony. visit the Barrakka Gardens, u French-inspired international and Grandmaster’s Palace, Casa Rocca u regional cuisine Captain’s Welcome and Piccola and the underground Farewell Receptions. Lascaris War Rooms. u Flexibility of a small ship to enter u Complimentary alcoholic and Always Included ports inaccessible to larger vessels nonalcoholic beverages available u Certified “Clean Ship” distinction throughout the cruise. u Transfers and luggage handling abroad u if your arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide All meals aboard ship. with the scheduled group transfer(s). u Complimentary Wi-Fi access u Experienced, English-speaking local (conditions permitting). guides for included excursions. u Time on your own to explore the u Gratuities to local guides and drivers on Sorrento quaint seaside town of and included excursions and transfers. the picturesque Amalfi Coast village of Positano. u Complimentary bottled water in your Suite or Stateroom and on excursions. u Walking tour of Sicily’s ancient town of Taormina, featuring the u Hospitality desk aboard ship. third-century B.C. Greco-Roman theater. u Experienced Gohagan & Company u Private tour of Casa Rocca Piccola and Travel Directors at your service. its lovely gardens, hosted by a member of u Complimentary use of an audio headset the noble de Piro family in Valletta. during guided excursions. UNESCO World Heritage u Automatic $250,000 flight insurance policy for each participant ticketed on Site Highlights flights by Gohagan & Company. u Guided tour of the remarkable All Program Features are contingent upon final archaeological preservation of Pompeii. brochure pricing. EEternalternal RRomeome Pre-Program Option TTimelessimeless MalMaltata Post-Program Option 09/18/20-1 MS LE LYRIAL GOHAGAN CATEGORIES E S TABLISHED 1984 Category 1 Category 2 Category 3 Category 4 Deluxe Suite Grand Deluxe Suite Category 5 Category 6 Category 7 Category 8 Owner’s Suite Privilege Suite Zodiac Bar Sun Deck Open-air Bar Zodiac Deck 7, Antarès Buffet Grand xe Privilege Privilege Privilege Privilege Privilege te Deluxe ui E Suite Suite Suite Suite Suite S Bar Suite Delu Restaurant Panoramic Pool Internet Panoramic Lounge Terrace xe Library xe Grill te Privilege Privilege Privilege Owner’s te EE ui 1 ui S Suite Suite Suite Suite S Delu Delu Deck 6, Lyra Fitness Hamman Room 11111111111111 E 2 2 2 2 Photo Desk Leisure Area Hairdresser Massage Showers Bridge EE Massage 11111111111111 2 2 2 2 2 Deck 5, Altaïr* 4 4 333333333333 E 5 5 5 E E 4 4 333333333333 5 5 5 5 Deck 4, Véga Bar Excursion Desk 7 7 666666666666 E 8 8 8 Dance Main Lounge Floor Shop EE 7 7 666666666666 8 8 8 8 8 Medical Reception Center Deck 3, Polaris Restaurant Marina EE Deck 2, Sirius *Prestige Suites, capacities to be advised. Indicates one fixed queen bed. FC-12/13/17-1 ANCIENT EMPIRES May12 to 20, 2022 ms Le Lyrial Deck 6, Lyra Deck 5, Altaïr Deck 4, Véga Deck 3, Polaris Early Booking Tariff* excluding taxes* Category† LAND/CRUISE TARIFF Tariff* through after Per person, based on double occupancy Oct. 11, 2021 Oct. 11, 2021 8 One large window, sofa. Deck 3, Polaris, forward. (limited availability) $4,895 $5,895 Small window, single door onto private, partial-wall balcony. Deck 3, Polaris, aft. 7 (limited availability) $5,795 $6,795 6 Small window, single door onto private, partial-wall balcony. Deck 3, Polaris, midship. $6,595 $7,595 Expansive sliding glass door, private, partial-wall balcony.Deck 4, Véga, forward. 5 (limited availability) $7,295 $8,295 4 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 4, Véga, aft. $7,895 $8,895 3 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 4, Véga, midship. $8,295 $9,295 2 Expansive sliding glass door, private, partial-wall balcony. Deck 5, Altaïr, forward. $8,895 $9,895 1 Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony. Deck 6, Lyra, forward. $9,295 $10,295 Deluxe Expansive sliding glass door, private balcony, large dressing and sitting areas, sofa. Suite Deck 6, Lyra. (limited availability) $10,595 $11,595 Prestige Two-room Suite, expansive sliding glass door, large private balcony, two bathrooms, Suite large sitting area with sofa, two closets. Deck 5, Altaïr. (limited availability) $11,595 $12,595 Privilege Two-room Suite, expansive sliding glass door, large private balcony, bathtub and Suite separate shower, large dressing and sitting areas, sofa. Deck 6, Lyra. (limited availability) $12,095 $13,095 Grand Two-room larger Suite, expansive sliding glass door, large private balcony, Deluxe Jacuzzi tub and separate shower, additional half bath, large dressing and sitting areas, $13,195 $14,195 Suite sofa, table and four chairs. Deck 6, Lyra. (limited availability) Owner’s Two-room, extra-large Suite, expansive sliding glass door, larger private balcony, Jacuzzi tub and separate shower, additional half bath, large dressing area, sitting $13,695 $14,695 Suite room with sofa, armchair, table and four chairs. Deck 6, Lyra. (limited availability) Singles are available in category 6 and in category 3.* Call National Trust Tours at (888) 484-8785 for pricing. *Taxes are an additional $465 per person and are subject to change. † Le Lyrial has been specially contracted for this program, and the applicable deck plan is available on request from Gohagan & Company and reflects the only valid cabin categorization of the vessel. * The approximate per person Travel Program Tariff above is subject to the finalized Itinerary, Included Features, Pre/Post -Program Option(s) and cancellation fees as stated in the final 2022 Program brochure. In addition, applicable optional excursion, airline and administrative cancellation fees, charges for extra arrangements, etc. may apply. Upon your receipt of the brochure with the terms and conditions and tariff you will be asked to select your cabin category and reconfirm your reservation(s), or you may cancel this tentative booking and receive a full refund. 5/18/21-NTT.
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