2019–2020 Itineraries Greek Islands / Cyprus / Egypt / Israel / Turkey
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ALL-INCLUSIVE CRUISING 2019–2020 ITINERARIES GREEK ISLANDS / CYPRUS / EGYPT / ISRAEL / TURKEY 1 A E All journeys G E A N S E have secret A destinations of which the traveler is unaware MARTIN BUBER 2 @elmundoesmejorcontigo by: Photo 2 Istanbul Çanakkale A E Volos G E A TURKEY N GREECE S E Athens A Kuşadasi Mykonos Patmos Milos Rhodes Santorini CYPRUS Heraklion Limassol M E D I T E R A R A N E A N S E Ashdod Port Said ISRAEL Alexandria EGYPT Index The Celestyal All-Inclusive Experience 4 2019-2020 Iconic Aegean 4 Days 20 Explore the Ports 6 Excursions 22 2019 Idyllic Aegean 8 Days 10 Celestyal Crystal 24 2020 Idyllic Aegean 8 Days 12 Celestyal Crystal Deck Plan 26 2019-2020 Eclectic Aegean 8 Days 14 Celestyal Olympia 28 2019-2020 Three Continents 8 Days 16 Celestyal Olympia Deck Plan 30 2019-2020 Iconic Aegean 5 Days 18 Printed fares are based on the lowest category stateroom, IA and represent introductory fares that are subject to change. All-inclusive fares and other amounts are in U.S. Dollars, Pounds Sterling or Euros, unless stated otherwise and are available in North America and select International markets, United Kingdom, Northern Ireland and select European countries, respectively. Rates shown are per person, based on double occupancy and do not apply to solo travelers or 3rd & 4th guest; contact Celestyal Cruises for solo, 3rd & 4th guest fares. Refer to CelestyalCruises.com for information and fares of other stateroom categories. Fares are subject to availability, are capacity controlled and applies to the sailing dates and stateroom category shown on each itinerary. Celestyal Cruises reserves the right to correct any incorrect information due to a human error, typographical error or technical error. The general terms and conditions of Celestyal Cruises also apply. Other terms may apply. 3 THE CELEST YAL ALL-INCLUSIVE EXPERIENCE 4 4 Welcome to our exciting new program of Mediterranean cruises for 2019 and 2020! As the preeminent Greek cruise line, Celestyal Cruises’ ethos is all about delivering authenticity. Wherever our friendly, mid- THE sized ships sail, we bring the flavors, the sounds and the essence of the local region to you. Everything is included, making an award winning voyage with Celestyal Cruises spectacular value: unlimited drinks CELEST YAL on board; delicious regional cuisine; colorful entertainment; a selection of shore excursions; and even crew gratuities. All you have to do is relax and discover the extraordinary places to which we sail, whether you’ve opted to take ALL-INCLUSIVE in the best of the Aegean in four days or the ultimate adventure: three continents, Africa, Asia and Europe, in eight days. We even offer the flexibility of a choice of embarkation ports EXPERIENCE for select voyages. See you on board! ENTERTAINMENT ON BOARD UNLIMITED DRINK PACKAGE SELECTED SHORE EXCURSIONS GRATUITIES ALL MEALS ON BOARD 5 5 EXPLORE THE PORTS 6 6 Istanbul, Turkey Slender minarets and lavish Ottoman palaces form the skyline of Istanbul, an unforgettable sight as you approach the city on the busy Bosphorus Strait. Tour Topkapi Palace, marvel at the Blue Mosque, admire ornate Hagia Sofia – and then haggle for spices in the bazaar. Çanakkale, Turkey Gateway to the battlefields of Gallipoli and the remnants of ancient Troy, Çanakkale’s attractions span thousands of years of history. Visit the archaeological site of Troy, dating back more than 5,000 years, and the hilltop village of Assos, dating back to 530 BC and crowned by a Doric temple to Athena, the sparkling bay of Edremit far below. Ashdod, Israel Ashdod is the jumping off point for some of Israel’s most iconic sites. Visit the Old City of Jerusalem, a deeply spiritual experience, and continue to Bethlehem, birthplace of Christ. Or head for vibrant Tel Aviv, with miles of shimmering beaches, edgy design and cool neighborhoods and in contrast, the winding alleys and Arab markets of Old Jaffa. Kuşadasi, Turkey This beach resort town is famous for its beautiful marina and its colorful bazaar but principally because of its proximity to the Hellenistic ruins of Ephesus, the ancient city famed for the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Limassol, Cyprus The busy beach front town of Limassol is the gateway to the once-thriving city-state of Curium, dating to the 2nd century BC, an exquisite Greco-Roman amphitheater at its heart. Alternatively, the UNESCO- protected archeological site of Paphos, famous for its Roman mosaics, is an easy day trip, as are the forested Troodos mountains. Port Said & Alexandria, Egypt The Great Pyramid of Giza, some 4,000 years old, the majestic Sphinx and the vast metropolis of Cairo are all highlights of your day-long adventure between these two Egyptian ports. The tour also includes Cairo’s Egyptian Museum, housing priceless jewels and artifacts buried with Tutankhamun and other pharaohs, thousands of years ago. Volos, Greece Situated between Athens and Thessaloníki, the elegant port of Volos guards the craggy hinterland of Meteora, where early Christians built monasteries atop sheer pinnacles of sandstone. Visit the UNESCO-listed monasteries and learn about the near-impossible take of constructing these isolated retreats – or spend time in Volos itself, a thriving and cultured city with a beautiful waterfront. 7 7 8 8 Milos, Greece Volcanic Milos shows off classic Cycladic beauty: the pretty whitewashed capital, Plaka, spilling over a hilltop, the coastline fringed with wind- and sea-sculpted rock formations, soft sandy beaches and aquamarine coves. Bask on the flat rocks of stunning Sarakiniko Beach or explore 2,000-year-old catacombs. Santorini, Greece Sprinkled like sugar over sheer, black volcanic cliffs, Santorini’s whitewashed capital, Fira, is a sight to behold. Wander the narrow streets or venture along the clifftop to pretty Oia for that iconic shot of the blue- domed church. Your ship will spend the evening in port, so take a ringside seat in a clifftop bar to watch the fiery sunset. Mykonos, Greece A cosmopolitan paradise that attracts more than its fair share of beautiful people, Mykonos Town is the archetypal image of the Cyclades, with immaculate whitewashed houses, windmills and winding alleys. Explore the sandy beaches, wander through the ancient temples on neighboring Delos and venture out on your overnight stay to enjoy the legendary nightlife. Rhodes, Greece A visit to the old city of Rhodes is like stepping back to the time of the Crusades as you stroll the polished cobblestones of the Street of the Knights and explore the medieval Palace of the Grand Masters. Or join an excursion to the acropolis of Lindos, perched high on a hilltop overlooking the sparkling Bay of St Paul. Heraklion, Greece The busy capital of Crete is a former Venetian harbor with a history dating back even further, to the time of the Minoans. Visit Knossos, once home to Europe’s oldest civilization and the setting of the legend of Theseus and the Minotaur and delve further into the art and creativity of the Minoans at the city’s extraordinary Archaeological Museum. Patmos, Greece Many believe the exiled Saint John the Evangelist wrote the Book of Revelation in a mountainside grotto on this beautiful island, which is fringed with pebbly beaches and limpid bays. Visit the hilltop monastery founded in his honor in 1088, but don’t miss the chic little port town of Skala, packed with stylish shops and cafés. 9 9 2019 IDYLLIC AEGEAN 8 DAYS 10 10 ALL-INCLUSIVE FROM CELESTYAL CRYSTAL Athens | Mykonos | Milos | Santorini | Crete (Heraklion) | Kuşadasi $1419 * DAY PORTS ARRIVAL DEPARTURE PER PERSON Mon Athens, Greece 21:00 Tue Mykonos*, Greece 07:00 2019 Wed Mykonos*, Greece 07:00 Wed Milos*, Greece 13:00 23:59 Thu Santorini*, Greece 08:00 8 Days Fri Santorini*, Greece 23:00 Sat Crete (Heraklion), Greece 07:00 20:30 Sun Kuşadasi, Turkey 11:30 17:00 7 Nights IDYLLIC Mon Athens, Greece 09:00 *Tendering weather permitting Why not start your cruise in Kuşadasi or Heraklion Included Excursions Santorini Spectacular Oia Village AEGEAN Kuşadasi Perched on the Caldera Rim Athens Crete (Heraklion) Minoan Mykonos Palace of Knossos - 1st European Civilization Kuşadasi Ancient Ephesus through Milos Santorini the Ages - Hellenistic & Roman 8 DAYS For more details refer to page 23 Heraklion Highlights Overnight stay in Mykonos Dazzling view in Santorini SAILING DATES An evening to explore Milos April 15, 22, 29 August 05, 12, 19, 26 May 06, 13, 20, 27 September 02, 09, 16, 23, 30 * Fare based on stateroom category IA on June 03, 10, 17, 24 October 07, 14 April 15, 2019 sailing, subject to availability. July 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 Fares for other dates may vary. Taxes, Fees and Port charges are included in the fare reflected. See page 3 for more details. 11 11 2020 IDYLLIC AEGEAN 8 DAYS 12 12 ALL-INCLUSIVE FROM CELESTYAL CRYSTAL Athens | Kuşadasi | Rhodes | Crete (Heraklion) | Santorini | Milos | Mykonos $1419 * DAY PORTS ARRIVAL DEPARTURE PER PERSON Sat Athens, Greece 19:00 Sun Kuşadasi, Turkey 08:00 19:00 2020 Mon Rhodes, Greece 08:00 18:00 Tue Crete (Heraklion), Greece 08:00 23:59 Wed Santorini*, Greece 07:00 8 Days Thu Santorini*, Greece 02:30 Thu Milos*, Greece 08:30 13:30 Thu Mykonos*, Greece 19:00 7 Nights IDYLLIC Fri Mykonos*, Greece 18:00 Sat Athens, Greece 09:00 *Tendering weather permitting Included Why not start your cruise in Kuşadasi or Heraklion Excursions Kuşadasi Ancient Ephesus through AEGEAN the Ages - Hellenistic & Roman Kuşadasi Rhodes Medieval Tour - Acropolis Athens of Lindos & the Citadel of Mykonos the Knights Crete (Heraklion) Minoan Palace of Knossos - 1st Milos Rhodes 8 DAYS Santorini European Civilization For more details refer to page 23 Heraklion Highlights People-watching in glamorous Mykonos SAILING DATES Late night in Santorini May 16, 23, 30 July 04, 11, 18, 25 A full day to explore Rhodes June 06, 13, 20, 27 August 01, 08, 15, 22, 29 *Fare based on stateroom category IA on May 16, 2020 sailing, subject to availability.