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launch offer - SA £500 P ER P VE and RECEERIVSEON free B EXTENSIALI Passage to ON & Beyond An exploration of the historical and natural wonders of ’s islands aboard the MS Caledonian Sky 27th September to 11th October 2016 Belitung Islands Rice paddy

MALAYSIA Ship’s Log We have operated many similar smoothies on the beach. By 1700 voyages and below are extracts from with all Zodiacs and guests back on past ship’s logs which should provide board we enjoyed a fabulous coral you with an insight into what you can red sunset as the sun dropped to expect from this unique voyage... the sea alongside the outline of Anak Kraatau. Belitung Islands 19th October 2013 – This morning we enjoyed a Karimunjawa leisurely start to the day as we Islands were anticipating a morning at Pulau Krakatoa Cirebon sea before our arrival at legendary Semarang Sumenep JAVA Krakatoa. Some of us enjoyed some R&R on the sun deck while others joined the expedition team in the Caledonian Lounge for a morning of his unusual journey between the beautiful island of Bali presentations. At the end of these, and the cosmopolitan city of Singapore represents a word came from the bridge that the T islands were now in plain view and fascinating itinerary which focuses on the island of Java, the we also had dolphins directly ahead 25 January 2014 – Probolinggo, heart of Indonesia and the most culturally compelling of her of the ship. Naturally, we took to Java: From the port we drove islands. From encounters with endemic wildlife and some of the the outer decks with our cameras into the foothills. Looking down and took in the majesty of the four beneath us we could see through best snorkelling in the world to volcanic landscapes, iridescent islands rising from the ocean as the mist, a barren flat landscape, rice paddies, places of deep spiritual significance and areas of Captain Peter skilfully sailed the ship utterly distinct from that we had outstanding natural beauty, we have planned the itinerary to into the heart of the . Given been driving through. And in the make the most of our time in this unique part of the world. On the fabulous surroundings, most middle of this landscape were two opted to enjoy lunch on the Lido classically volcanic cones – our the remote front we shall visit the Belitung Islands where we and shortly thereafter the expedition destination: . Pulling will make good use of our Zodiacs to explore. team launched two Zodiacs to scout up at the base of one of the cones, the landing. At approximately 1400, we were decanted onto ponies However, the undisputed highlight for many will be our visit to , disembarkation commenced and we and led two thirds of the way up the great Buddhist stupa, built and decorated perhaps before 800AD. This were dropped off on the black-sand the side of the . The final should be on anybody’s list of the ten greatest art-complexes in the world for beaches of Anak Krakatau. We were third we did ourselves, up the ash- its size, quality, sophistication and excellent state of preservation. Our in-depth amazed at the density of the forest covered concrete steps to the rim exploration of Java’s wonders also includes the far east of the island and the and for probably the first time of the of the crater, wreathed in steam and national park that encompasses the still active volcano, Mount Bromo where the voyage were struck by the amount smelling faintly of sulphur. Other landscapes are simply magnificent. of birdsong from the trees. For those pilgrims were there with us, some who wished, Ornithologist Dennis just tourists (both Indonesian and With our perfectly suited small ship, we can access islands and bays that the big Wille led a guided walk through from further afield), others clearly ships simply cannot get close to and with our fleet of ten Zodiac landing craft, an the forest and up to the foot of with more spiritual intent. Back expert expedition team, a friendly crew of 74 and just 100 fellow passengers, our Anak Krakatau, followed shortly down the crater and to the jeeps, a voyage promises to be an adventure shared with like-minded travellers. behind by Geologist Susan. A good leisurely lunch and then onto Sapi volume of water vapour was rising Kerep, where we were welcomed from the crater making for some by one of the traditional dances of Our View very atmospheric photos and soon the local people, a couple of high- The island of Java forms the heart of Indonesia, containing the country’s after our arrival, the wind direction decorated cows being followed capital of but also a diversity of cultural experiences, historical sites and shifted allowing us to safely climb by a local band. All the village natural world offerings. On our cruise from Bali to Singapore we spend seven to a plateau about half way up the joined us as we processed around nights on the island experiencing the Alas Purwo on the south eastern tip to volcano without breathing in the the houses, holding up the traffic Pulau Krakatoa off the west coast. In between we have the chance to visit the noxious gases. From the plateau we and finally finishing back with our fascinating temple complex at Borobodur, snorkel on the wonderful corals of enjoyed fabulous views up to the original coaches, who then took the Karinmunjawa Islands, climb Mount Bromo volcano and see the traditions of top of the crater as well as across us back down the mountainside to Madura. In Krakatoa we have the opportunity to land and explore this famous the caldera to the other surrounding the port and the Zodiacs for our volcano and learn about the infamous eruption of 1883. In between we will islands. In smalls groups we returned return to the ship. Total methods of enjoy some time in Bali, including the less visited north coast and the wonderful to the beach area where the crew transport used during the excursion Belitung Islands, a relaxing way to end our voyage before arriving in Singapore. were serving much-needed iced (including by foot): five. Turtle

Traditional dancers, Madura

Mount Bromo, Probolinggo Exploring by Zodiac

The Itinerary Day 1 London Heathrow to Bali, Manilkara kauk, Gigantochloa is stunning and we will have time Maduranese music and cheering Indonesia. Fly by scheduled flight manggong, Terminalia cattapa and to take in the surroundings before crowds the bulls pull the drivers on via Singapore. there are 13 different species of continuing to the appealing town wooden sleds along a 100 metre bamboo. We will use Zodiacs to of Munduk which is set amongst course with the winning bulls being Day 2 Bali. Arrive this afternoon land and arrange jungle treks to see hillsides full of fruit trees, jungles used as studs for the next 12 months. and transfer to the Komaneka the wildlife and turtle conservation and rice fields. Rasa Sayang Hotel (or similar) in projects and use boats to view the Day 8 Karimunjawa Islands. After a for an overnight stay. The birdlife in the forests. Day 6 Probolinggo for Mount busy few days we enjoy a relaxing remainder of the day is at leisure to Bromo, Java. We return to Java morning onboard as we sail towards enjoy the hotel’s facilities or explore today and from the port of these 27 coral fringed islands Menjangan Island independently. Probolinggo head inland to Mount situated off the north coast of Java. Bromo National Park. We will leave Arriving in the afternoon we will Day 3 Bali. After breakfast in the the ship early to make our way use our Zodiacs to find a suitable hotel enjoy a leisurely morning. In towards the active volcano, Mount location to land on a local beach. the early afternoon there will be Bromo, driving through the awe Here we can soak up the sun, enjoy a brief tour of Ubud including the inspiring surrounding landscapes. At a walk or enjoy time swimming or Goa Gajah Temple, a collection 7641 feet, Mount Bromo is not the snorkelling in the clear waters. of caves carved by the Buddhist highest peak in the Tengger Massif people of Bali around the time that Range but is the most famous. The Day 9 Semarang for Borobudur, Buddhism and Hinduism were both name derives from the Javanese Java. Returning to the main island practiced on the island. According pronunciation of , the Hindu we reach Semarang our base for to inscriptions found on the walls, Day 5 Taman Nasional Bali Barat or creator god. The more active will our day-long excursion to the the caves were created in the 11th Munduk Highlands, Bali. We return have a chance to climb to the lip of UNESCO site of Borobudur and century but it lay undetected for to Bali this morning but are well the crater. We will enjoy a lunch in our drive to the site will take us centuries before it was rediscovered away from the main tourist hubs as a local restaurant before returning through the highlands and past the in 1923 by a team of Dutch we land on the north eastern coast to the ship and sailing in the late imposing Gunung Merapi Volcano. archaeologists. Excavations carried line. We have a choice of full day afternoon. Borobudur is one of world’s greatest out in 1954 unearthed bathing excursions today. You may wish to ancient monuments and the single places in front of the cave with six visit the Day 7 Sumanep, Madura. The island largest Buddhist structure anywhere female figures, representing nymphs which comprises of 19,000 hectares of Madura is now connected to on earth. Built in the 9th century, or goddesses holding water spouts. on land with an additional 7,000 Java by Indonesia’s longest bridge possibly to enhance the image In the late afternoon we will transfer hectares of coral reefs and coastal however, the islanders maintain of Buddhism when Hinduism was to the MS Caledonian Sky and sail waters. Here we can enjoy a gentle their own culture and customs. The growing in strength across the this evening. trek to the protected mangrove and town of Sumanep has played an Indonesian archipelago, it was monsoon forest and hope to see important role in the long history of deserted almost immediately when Day 4 Alas Purwo National Park, grey monkeys, black monkeys, giant Madura Island from the the Buddhist Sailenra dynasty was Java. Our first call on the island of lizard and some of the 160 species Kingdom, the colonial era until the overthrown by the Hindu Majapahit Java is the rarely visited Alas Purwo of birds that live here. Afterwards time of independence. We will see Empire. It lay for 1000 years under National Park on the Blambangan we take a short boat ride to the Royal Palace and the attached heavy jungle before its re-discovery Peninsula located on the south Menjangan Island, considered one museum, where we will be greeted by Sir Stamford Raffles in 1814 from eastern tip of the island. The park of the best snorkelling areas in the by a special welcome dance, the when it was slowly restored. The covers 43 000 hectares of land world. Here we will explore beautiful Muangsangkal, meaning ‘to throw site consists of six square platforms consisting of savanna, mangrove coral reef gardens as well as electric away bad luck’, the dance depicts topped by three circular platforms, forest, beach forest and lowland clams, scorpion fish, starfish, eels hope of Sumenep people to avoid and is decorated with no less than tropical forest. It is home to some and some very large reef fish. disaster. Continue to the Great 2672 relief panels and 504 Buddha of Java’s endangered species such Alternatively drive inland to the Mosque, built in 1763 and influenced statues of various types. as the Javanese bull, Dhole, Javan Munduk Highlands. Passing through by Chinese and European styles. We Langur, Green Peafowl and Red for a brief tour the former return to the ship for lunch before Day 10 Cirebon. Continuing along Junglefowl. Thousands of migrating capital city of Bali before continuing heading off this afternoon for a bull the north coast of Java we arrive at birds visit its pristine forests to the mountainous area of race, the most famous attraction on Cirebon. Here we will use pedicabs each year and the beaches of to see the three lakes, Bratan, Madura. The tradition began long to take us to the Kasepuhan Palace, the park provide nesting ground Buyan and Tamblingan. Alongside ago when plough teams raced each built in the 16th century, it is a blend for Leatherback Turtles, Hawksbill Lake Bratan is Pura Ulun Danu, an other across fields but today, with of Sundanese, Javanese, Islamic, Turtles, Green Turtles, and Olive important Hindu-Buddhist temple bull breeding big business, it has Chinese and Dutch styles. We will Ridley Turtles. Endemic species of dedicated to the water goddess and become an important part of the see local dance performances plants that grow in this park include a site of pilgrimage. The scenery culture. Accompanied by traditional before touring the palace museum with royal carriages, weaponry, Java Sparrows

Borobudur

Pre-Cruise Bali Extension masks, clothes and artwork and clear sea water. We have the whole the mosque. We continue to day to enjoy the fine white sandy the bustling local market before beaches and the wonderful coral returning to the ship for lunch and reefs. Snorkelling platforms will an afternoon at sea. allow us to swim with a multitude of colourful fish including bird and Day 11 Pulau Krakatoa. This moon wrasse, spotted sweet lips, morning we sail into the Suna coral rabbit fish, racoon butterfly strait and the island of Krakatoa. fish and anemone fish as well as The volcano famously exploded colourful molluscs, nudibranchs, in 1883, killing 36 417 people. giant clams, jellyfish and sea The is considered to be urchins. Meanwhile nature walks the loudest sound ever heard in will explore the forest for birdlife For those who would like to extend their stay in Bali, we are modern history, with reports of it or you may prefer to simply stay on offering a two night extension in Ubud - the cultural heart of the being heard nearly 3000 miles from the beach. island. Ubud is located amongst lush rice paddies and soaring its point of origin. We will use the coconut trees, perched on the gentle slopes leading up towards Zodiacs to land on the island and Day 13 At sea. Enjoy a day at sea the central mountains. It has been the epicentre of Bali’s fine have the chance to either join a as we cruise towards Singapore. arts, dance and music for over a century. Our two night extension guided walk on the volcano, join Maybe join one of the lectures, offers you the chance to immerse yourself in Balinese culture, visit our birder for a hike in the forest enjoy a book in the Panorama ancient caves and temples, interact with local villages and stroll or take the chance to swim. Return Lounge or find a spot on deck to through the stunning rice terraces, with the chance to learn how to the ship for lunch and enjoy an watch the world go by. to plant and harvest rice. afternoon cruising. Day 14 Singapore to London. Prices per person Based on double occupancy Arrive Disembark this morning and Day 12 Belitung Islands. Twin: £445; Single: £595 this morning in the idyllic Belitung transfer to the airport for our Islands, a group of islands off the scheduled flight to London. Price includes: Two nights hotel accommodation in Ubud on a bed and breakfast basis, transfers. Travel Insurance, visas. coast of Sumatra famed for their Not Included: long clean beaches and crystal Day 15 London. Arrive this morning. Post-Cruise Singapore Extension

Prices per person Based on double occupancy

LAUNCH OFFER – SAVE £500 PER PERSON PLUS THE FIRST TWENTY BOOKINGS RECEIVE BALI PRE-CRUISE EXTENSION FREE OF CHARGE Deck Suite Category Brochure Price Launch Offer Castle Standard Forward £6495 £5995 Castle Standard £6795 £6295 Caledonian Superior £7095 £6595 Promenade Premium £7395 £6895 Bridge Deluxe Balcony £7695 £7195 Promenade Premium Balcony £7995 £7495 After your cruise you may wish to extend your time with our two Promenade Owner’s Corner Suite with balcony £8495 £7995 night extension in Singapore. Enjoy two nights accommodation Castle Standard for sole use £9295 £8795 at a centrally located hotel on a bed and breakfast basis with Caledonian Superior for sole use £9595 £9095 time at leisure to explore independently. Maybe visit the botanical gardens, Raffles Hotel, the shopping malls of Orchard Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, overnight hotel accommodation Road or Sentosa Island. in Bali on a bed and breakfast basis, half-day Bali tour, 11 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on a full board basis including wine, beer and soft drinks with Based on double occupancy lunch and dinner onboard, shore excursions, Noble Caledonia Expedition Team, Prices per person transfers, port taxes, all gratuities. Twin: £395; Single: £525 Not Included: Travel Insurance, visas. Price includes: Two nights hotel accommodation on a bed and NB. Flight schedules are yet to be released at the time of going to print and the breakfast basis, transfers. Not Included: Travel Insurance, visas. itinerary may change on their release. Ports are subject to change. All special offers are subject to availability. MS Caledonian Sky Formerly known as Hebridean Spirit, this 114-passenger vessel began her new life with Noble Caledonia in May 2012 following an extensive refurbishment. Built in the same ship yard as the MS Island Sky, the MS Caledonian Sky shares the same attributes as her sister vessel, joining her as one of the finest small ships in the world.

Your Suite Your Space consistent superior quality. Where Onboard there are 57 exceptionally shower and/or bath tub. Facilities The spacious and finely decorated possible and when it meets his spacious and well designed suites. in the suites also include walk-in or public rooms include a large lounge high standards, our accomplished The passenger accommodation is spacious wardrobes, dressing table where daily briefings and talks will chef will obtain local produce in arranged over four decks and all with large mirror and stool or desk, be provided throughout the voyage markets or buy the catch of the suites have outside views. All feature mini-fridge, flat screen television, and an elegant bar where a pianist day from a passing fishing boat. a sitting room area and some have telephone, programmable plays periodically throughout the Such purchases enhance the well private balconies. Each affords electronic safe, hairdryer, assorted day. The bar also features a 24-hour stocked larders and bring a local considerable comfort with en-suite toiletries, air-conditioning and tea and coffee station. In addition touch to the varied menus. In bathroom featuring a country style heating. Bottled water, towelling there is the Club Lounge on the the main elegant dining room, wash basin, hot towel rack and dressing gowns and slippers are also Panorama Deck which features a breakfast is served buffet-style, with vanity unit with sink and walk-in provided for your comfort. bar. The onboard travel library is the certain items cooked to order and perfect place to relax with a book lunch and dinner is à la carte. To and is stocked with reference books enhance your dining experience Standard Suite pertaining to the places the vessel even further a selection of wines is visiting along with a selection of are included with lunch and dinner. games and two computers with internet access. Outside there is a rear Lido deck where meals are served in warm weather under shade. On the top deck there is a further observation and sun deck with bar service and comfortable deck furniture for sun bathing or relaxing with a book. There is also a small gymnasium onboard and hairdressers with appointments made on request.

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Dining on deck This cruise visits out of the way destinations. You will be This cruise visits out of the way destinations. You accompanied by an expedition team and some will be made by Zodiac landing craft. landings ashore adventurous Cruises such as this will appeal to the more and those who enjoy the natural world. All special offers are subject to availability. Our current booking conditions apply to all reservations and are available on request. Cover image: Bali available on request. and are booking conditions apply to all reservations Our current subject to availability. are All special offers Your Day to Day Life Onboard Day to Day Your the Caledonian MS Onboard you will not find endless Sky, the entertainment, round and the people clock buffets management which is so much ship style. big a part of today’s onboard Instead the atmosphere is warm and peaceful and more akin to a private yacht or country hotel in which you can learn more culture about thenature, of wonders and ancient civilisations in the company of like-minded people. A little music in the lounge or bar guest speakers and after dinner, our informative port briefings from all contribute to expedition leader, the make any voyage aboard