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LEGENDS OF THE A circumnavigation of the Peloponnese aboard the MS Monet 5 th to 16th June 2021 theatre

he Peloponnese is home to an extraordinary collection of great archaeological sites with TURKEY tangible traces of the many civilisations which have at one point over the course of history Ephesus Tcalled this region home including classical temples, Mycenaean palaces, Byzantine cities Itea and Ottoman and Venetian fortresses. The islands are of course also the setting for numerous Kusadasi myths and legends which will be brought to life by our local guides. It was here that Hercules Canal Olympia Fourni fought the Nemean lion, the legendary Spartan warriors battled and from where Paris of Troy Mycenae Katakolon Patmos eloped with Helen. Beyond these fascinating sites, there is also beautiful mountainous scenery, Epidaurus mysterious caves, vast gorges, charming villages and superb beaches. With such an abundance of historical and natural wonders, we are once again repeating our Tilos popular and most comprehensive exploration of the region. Over the course of eleven nights, Diros Caves our voyage will introduce you to the picturesque ports of Nafplio and Pylos, the Byzantine city of Mystras, the stunning coastal scenery of Mani, the sporting history of Olympia and Nemea and the quirky Odontotos railway. Upon leaving the Peloponnese we ensure we stay a little off the beaten track with our visit to the delightful town of Vathy on the legendary island of Ithaca and make the essential visit to Delphi. Finally, ensure you are on deck when we transit the Corinth Canal which, whilst only built in the 19th century, was conceived as long ago as the 7th century BC, a wonderful end to our cruise and only possible on a small ship such as the MS Monet. The Itinerary Day 1 London Heathrow to Athens, the Hellenic world for its unique Day 3 Nafplio, Mycenae & Nemea. we will enjoy a wine tasting at a local Greece. Fly by scheduled flight. medical facilities and healing After breakfast we will enjoy a vineyard before we continue to the Arrive this afternoon and transfer to treatments. Dedicated to scenic drive through the Argos Plain famous citadel of Mycenae which is the MS Monet moored in Piraeus. Aesclepius, the god of healing, to Nemea, the site of a religious located high above the confluence Sail this evening. the city was filled with curative sanctuary which hosted the pan- of two boulder strewn ravines and spas and baths and only priests Hellenic athletic games every two accessed by way of the Lion Gate. Day 2 Nafplio & Epidaurus. Enjoy had access to certain secret sites. years from 573 BC until 271 BC. Once inside the gate, we will explore a morning cruising arriving into Most of the ruins of Epidaurus The mythical origin of the Games the Royal Palace, the shaft graves Nafplio at lunchtime where we have been reduced to their is sometimes ascribed to Hercules and the remains of the city walls. An moor in the centre of town. Looking foundations, with the exception of who, after his first labour in which he archaeological briefing within the out across the translucent water the astonishing theatre which is in had to kill the Nemean lion living in Treasury of Artreus (also known as of the bay towards the Arcadian an admirable state of preservation. the caves of Mount Tritos above the the Tomb of Agamemnon) will add to Mountains, Nafplio’s sheltered Built into the ground, rather site, established the athletic games our understanding and appreciation location below a rocky headland than above it, it is known for its in honour of his father, Zeus. Nemea of the sights. We will enjoy lunch in and large natural fortress crowned fantastic acoustics, which we will was not a town or settlement but a a local restaurant before returning by a Venetian castle is perhaps observe during our visit. Return to venue where festivities were held to Nafplio this afternoon and sailing unrivalled in Greece and this Nafplio and enjoy time wandering during the games and our tour will late this evening. afternoon we will visit one of the the twisting labyrinthine streets, include the Temple of Zeus, the most renowned of Greece’s ancient view the Venetian and Turkish bath house and the stadium before Day 4 Monemvasia. This is a sites. Situated on the slopes of architecture and maybe enjoy a spending time in the small but magical place. A massive rock rises a beautiful and wooded valley, pre-dinner drink ashore. Moor excellent on site museum. Nemea dramatically out of the sea and on Epidaurus was known throughout overnight. is also famous for its red wines and top there is a fortress. However, the www.noble-caledonia.co.uk Temple of Zeus, Nemea Corinth Canal Nafplio

Ithaca Byzantine Church, Mystras

real attraction is the Medieval town Day 6 Kalamata, Diros Caves & countryside to Methoni, one of and artefacts from the site. After with its narrow cobbled streets and Mani Peninsula. After breakfast the most impressive Medieval our visit you may choose to return winding stairways which lead to a this morning we will head to the fortresses in Greece. The Venetians to the MS Monet for lunch and an warren of stone houses with walled beautiful Mani peninsula. Our day built Methoni on the Ionian Sea afternoon at leisure in Katakolon or gardens and courtyards, and the will start at the impressive Diros and on the Gulf of stay in Olympia to explore further main square dominated by an old Caves, an area of 16,700 square in the 13th century to safeguard independently. cannon and the cathedral. On a metres where over 2800 water their newly acquired Greek Empire. morning walking tour we will visit passages have been discovered. Also visit the castle of Neokastro Day 9 Vathy, Ithaca. Ithaca, one the town and have some free time We will board small boats in the which today houses the Centre of the most legendary of all Greek to enjoy there, perhaps climb up cave and enjoy a 2.5 kilometre long, for Underwater Archaeological islands, will be our port of call to the fort to enjoy the views from winding passageway through an Studies. Enjoy lunch on board and today. This jewel of the Ionian Sea the plateau before returning to intricate network of passages and a free afternoon to explore Pylos is unspoiled by tourism, yet has a the ship for lunch. We sail in the galleries, decorated with gleaming independently. For those interested fascinating history. Relics date back afternoon along the coast toward stalagmites and stalactites, whose in learning more about King Nestor to 4000 BC and by Mycenaean times Kalamata. reflection in the water accentuates we will arrange an afternoon tour to it was the capital of a kingdom their natural beauty. The remainder the site of his palace situated a short that included surrounding islands Day 5 Kalamata & Mystras. We of the morning will be spent on distance from Pylos and considered and part of the Peloponnese arrive in Kalamata this morning. the Mani Peninsula visiting the one of the best preserved of the coast. It was under Odysseus that Our destination today is Mystras, villages and enjoying the wonderful Mycenean Palaces in Greece. We this kingdom reached its zenith, a remarkably intact Byzantine views along the coast and the remain in port until the late evening. sending 12 ships to the Trojan War. hillside town that once housed a flowers along the roadside. Visit The morning is free to enjoy this population of 20,000 people. Here Aeropoli named after Ares, the Day 8 Olympia. The port of delightful town and harbour at we visit the Cathedral of Agios God of War, for its role in the War Katakolon will be our base today leisure and for those that wish, there Dimitrios, where the two-headed of Independence. Here we find for our excursion to Olympia. will be an afternoon tour of the eagle which is the symbol of the tower houses, constructed with field Pastoral and lush, Olympia’s island which will explore the ruins Palaeologos Dynasty is carved into stones, which are distinct from the plentiful ruins are shaded by of Stavros and the Medieval capital a plaque on the floor. According to traditional blue and white buildings Aleppo pines and olive trees. of Perachori with its Byzantine and tradition, this is where Constantine that characterise many Greek The fame of Olympia rests upon Venetian architecture. XII stepped when he was crowned villages. Meanwhile in we the Olympic Games. During the king. Strolling through the narrow find a seaside village with unique celebrations that accompanied Day 10 Delphi, Itea. North of the lanes of the dead city, we will also architecture and beautiful views. the Games, competitors, while not Peloponnese, we arrive during visit the Church of Agia Sophia, Enjoy a traditional Greek lunch with forgetting that they were Athenians, breakfast in Itea. This morning we the Palace of the Despots and great views before a scenic drive Spartans or from other city states, will visit the sacred site of Delphi, the Monastery of Pantanassa, back to the MS Monet later in the remembered that they were Greeks one of Greece’s most important with its brilliant frescoes. Before afternoon. and regarded an Olympic victory sites of antiquity. The hillside ruins returning to the vessel for lunch, as the highest honour. We will see here are exceptional and we will refreshments will be served at Day 7 Pylos. This morning we will the gymnasium, the stadium and explore the Sanctuary of Apollo, the picturesque tavern located call into the home of Nestor, the the palestra or wrestling school. site of the sacred Delphic Oracle just beneath the site offering wise king of Pylos who fought for We will also explore the Altis, or and walk along Delphi’s Sacred sweeping views over the local the Greeks at Troy and advised sacred precinct of Zeus, which Way, visiting the Treasury of the terrain. The afternoon is free to Odysseus’s son, Telemachus, on houses structures including the Athenians and the 5000 seat theatre enjoy at leisure. Perhaps explore how best to deal with the evil suitors Temple of Zeus, one of the largest dating from the 4th century BC. Kalamata old town or stroll along chasing his mother, Penelope. From temples on the Greek mainland Return to the ship for lunch and the promenade and dip into the our central berth in Navarino Bay, and the Archaeological Museum enjoy a free afternoon along the turquoise waters from the beach. we will drive through the enchanting which houses some fine sculptures waterfront in Itea or join a visit to Galaxidi

Byzantine Church, Mystras

the nearby picturesque seaside a trip on the Odontotos railway village of Galaxidi where a guided which climbs 750 metres from the Athens Extension walk will pass the Agios Nikolaos seaside village of Diakopto to the 3rd to 5th June 2021 Church and historical buildings and mountain town of Kalavrita through you can enjoy some free time. After the Vouraikos Gorge. The train an evening cruise along the Gulf of passes through stunning scenery as Corinth, we moor overnight at the it travels alongside the river, past port of Corinth. waterfalls and through tunnels up the mountain. Enjoy some time to Day 11 Corinth & Corinth Canal. explore Kalavrita before returning The port of Corinth flourished to the MS Monet for lunch. Be under both Greek and Roman rule on deck later this afternoon as due to its significant location on the we transit the Corinth Canal. Isthmus of Corinth which controlled Completed in 1893 and only 6.4 trade routes as well as being home kilometres long and 21.5 metres to the naval power which took wide, it is only small ships like ours colonies in Syracuse and . It which can now make this journey. has also been closely linked to St This evening we continue sailing to Acropolis, Athens Paul who lived here for a number Pireaus where we moor overnight. of years and is known through his If you would like to spend some time in Athens before embarking letters to the Christian community. Day 12 Athens to London the MS Monet, we are offering the opportunity to join our two night Today we travel to the lesser Disembark this morning Heathrow. pre-cruise extension. known mountainous region of the and transfer to the airport for our North Peloponnese and enjoy scheduled flight to London. The Itinerary Day 1 London Heathrow to Athens, Greece. Fly by scheduled flight. On arrival transfer to your centrally located hotel for a two night stay. The remainder of the day is at leisure. Prices per person Based on double occupancy Day 2 Athens. A day at leisure to relax or make independent touring SPECIAL OFFER – Save £200 per person arrangements. for a limited time only Day 3 Athens. After breakfast enjoy a trip along the coast to Cape Brochure Special Offer Cat Cabin Description Price Price Sounion to see the majestic Temple of Poseidon sitting atop a craggy D Twin/Double with portholes on Camille/Parisien Deck £4395 £4195 rock overlooking the sea. Enjoy a local lunch before transferring to the C Twin/Double with windows on Parisien/Lumiere Deck £4595 £4395 port of Piraeus to embark the MS Monet. B Superior Double with windows of Lumiere Deck £4895 £4695 A Deluxe Twin with windows on Lumiere Deck £5195 £4995 Prices per person D Twin/Double with portholes on Camille/Parisien Deck for sole use £5730 £5530 Based on double occupancy

Twin: £595 Single: £825 Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel • 11 nights aboard the MS Monet on a full board basis • House wine, beer & soft drinks with Price Includes: Two nights hotel accommodation with breakfast • Noble lunch and dinner • Noble Caledonia onboard team • Shore excursions Caledonia Tour Manager • Excursion on day 3 • Gratuities • Transfers. • Gratuities • Transfers • Port taxes. Not Included: Travel insurance. Not Included: Travel insurance.

+44 (0)20 7752 0000 MS Monet e are delighted to have chartered the MS Monet, a 220 foot motor yacht accommodating a maximum of just W50 guests, for a series of cruises through the Adriatic and Aegean in 2020 and 2021. Originally built in 1970, MS Monet was converted and launched as a passenger ship in 1998, fully renovated in 2016 and upgraded again in 2018. 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 on the Lumiere Deck, a restaurant located on the Parisian Deck and the Lumiere Open Deck al fresco dining area where meals can Category A Cabin 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, beer and soft drinks are served Category C Cabin with lunch and dinner. Lumiere Open Deck

Lounge Restaurant Lounge

Life On Board DECK PLAN During the day, life on board focuses around the indoor lounge area, and the indoor and outdoor LUMIERE DECK dining spaces, as well as the open and inviting 309 301 305 deck areas including the Jacuzzi. These are natural LOUNGE 307 gathering places and perfect for enjoying your

308 JACUZZI meals al fresco, relaxing in a comfortable chair 306

OUTDOOR DINING 302 with a good book or socialising with your fellow passengers and enjoying the views.

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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MS Monet CATEGORY A CATEGORY B CATEGORY C CATEGORY D

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