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Tour Brochure T rade Routes of COASTAL IBERIA Barcelona N Mallorca N Valencia N Granada Gibraltar N Seville N Andalusia N Lisbon Aboard the Exclusively Chartered Small Ship Five-Star L L October 3 to 11, 2018 N Five-Star Small Ship N Only 110 Suites and Staterooms N All Shore Excursions are Included N All Beverages are Included Dear Alumni and Fans, Cruise the ancient trade routes of Phoenician, Roman and Moorish mariners aboard the Five-Star small-ship L L on this comprehensive itinerary to the coastal jewels of the Iberian Peninsula. The exclusively chartered L L exemplifies the advantages of Five-Star, small-ship cruising: elegant accommodations, an exclusive itinerary carefully crafted with a specially arranged excursion in each port, the ability to dock in small ports of call inaccessible to larger vessels and no long lines for tenders and touring. This state-of-the-art small ship features only 110 Suites and Staterooms with distinctive French sophistication, so you can travel in style during the unique opportunity to cruise into the heart of Seville on Spain’s legendary Guadalquivir River. En route from Barcelona to Lisbon, admire four UNESCO World Heritage sites and experience Portugal’s lesser-traveled Algarve region. Call on the enchanting Balearic Island of Mallorca and visit its vibrant capital city, Palma de Mallorca. Explore the colorful, historic city of Valencia and walk through its spectacular La Lonja de la Seda, the city’s UNESCO World Heritage-designated 15th-century former Silk Exchange. Visit the regal city of Granada and tour the magnificent Alhambra Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site. Stand on Gibraltar’s “Top of the Rock” to see the Pillars of Hercules spanning the scenic Strait of Gibraltar. Experience the spectacular sights that inspired works of art by Gaudí and Picasso, and enjoy the lively beat of flamenco. Onboard lectures will enhance your journey with the history, legends and contemporary life in these beautiful cities and villages. We invite you to join this exclusive itinerary, which sells out quickly each year. I encourage you to reserve now while space is still available! Sincerely, Christine Kajikawa Wilkinson ’66, ’76 PhD President, ASU Alumni Association Flourishing Cultures of Historic Iberia and the Age of Discovery The inimitable Iberian Peninsula showcases fortified medieval towns and modern cities that retain incredible artistic and architectural treasures from centuries past. Previous exposure to the Greeks and Romans, as well as the diverse Moorish, Jewish and Christian cultures, ushered in great advances in mathematics, medicine, optics, horticulture and philosophy. This blossoming of knowledge and talent was the impetus behind the Golden Age of Discovery, when ships sailed from these shores to the New World. These voyages brought back N riches to Iberia, which created great wealth Specially designed, exclusive itinerary. amidst the unique mélange of cultures, giving Atlantic Ocean N Custom designed to feature up to eight UNESCO World Heritage sites. rise to the art, architecture and distinctly N Mediterranean tradition of savoring life in One port call each day. the idyllic seaside cities, towns and villages N At least one excursion included in every port. you will experience. N Unique cruise into the heart of Seville. Barcelona, Spain Five-Star Small Ship The lively quarters of Barcelona’s N Exclusively chartered Five-Star ship. beautiful Mediterranean metropolis are N Only 110 Suites and Staterooms. filled with the artistic wonders of Gaudí, N Exceptional, personalized service. Picasso and Dalí. The city center has the greatest concentration of Gothic architecture With Our Compliments in Europe and proudly displays its N Alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages throughout the cruise. heritage and roots as a Roman trading port. N Wi-Fi throughout the ship. Palma de Mallorca, N Boled water in your Suite or Balearic Islands Stateroom and on excursions. Enjoy a scenic drive past the almond groves Always Included that are emblematic of Palma to the N Experienced Gohagan & Company beautiful estate of Son Marroig, a medieval Travel Directors at your service. mansion with amazing panoramic views of N Experienced and accredited local guides. azure Mediterranean waters. N Exclusive educational lectures. View the UNESCO World Heritage-designated terraced farms and water mills of Serra de Tramuntana en route to the traditional village of Valldemossa Photo this page: Explore Granada’s Alhambra, Cover photo: Stroll over the blue, white and set against the backdrop of Spain’s magnificent yellow tiled bridges in Seville’s Plaza de España Sierra Nevada mountains. to see the intricately painted tile alcoves displaying stories about the provinces of Spain. UNESCO Bay of Biscay World Heritage Site left a priceless architectural legacy Cruise Itinerary Air Routing the magnificent Alhambra Palace, Land Routing a UNESCO World Heritage site. Walk through its outer precincts B and enjoy a dinner in Granada SPAIN followed by a specially arranged tour P of the palace. Admire the genius S M of medieval Moorish craftsmen V within, and stroll through the beautifully L Balearic landscaped Generalife Gardens. Islands PORTUGAL Gibraltar, RiverS G British Overseas Territory Guadalquivir Mediterranean M Sea The southernmost tip of the P Iberian Peninsula, the Rock of Gibraltar G Atlantic Ocean was considered by the ancient Greeks and Romans to be one of the two Pillars of Hercules to visit the famous Carthusian Monastery, that marked the boundary of the a former residence of composer Frédéric Chopin. known world. Drive to the “Top of the Rock,” Here, see one of the composer’s pianos and the 1400-foot-high limestone promontory, enjoy a recital of his masterpieces played by a to enjoy an expansive view from Europa Point local musician. th across the strait separating Europe and Africa and In Palma, visit the Gothic 14 -century visit the Great Siege Tunnels, excavated by Bellver Castle, a rare concentric European castle, rising 450 feet above the city. Tour the magnificent sandstone Palma Cathedral, A-I I constructed over the course of 300 years starting Day in 1230 and representing the height of Catalan B Pre-Cruise Option Gothic-style architecture. 1 Depart the U.S. Valencia 2 B, S/ Located on the Costa del Azahar Embark L L (Orange Blossom Coast) of Spain, the sun-kissed city of Valencia was founded as a Roman colony 3 P M, in 138 B.C. amidst a fertile plain of orange groves. B I Walk along the historic cobblestone streets of 4 V colorful Plaza de la Reina in the city center and visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated 5 M for G, A La Lonja de la Seda (Silk Exchange), 6 G, a masterpiece of splendid Gothic architecture B O T built in the 15th century, and the elaborate th 7 Cruise the G R 13 -century Valencia Cathedral, known for its into S, A, S impressive 167-foot-tall Miguelete Bell Tower. 8 P , the A , Granada, Andalusia P , for L Granada, scenically located atop three hills framed by the snow-clad 9 L /Disembark ship/ Sierra Nevada mountains, was ruled for Return to the U.S. 250 years by Nasrid Dynasty monarchs, L Post-Cruise Option the last Moorish kingdom in Spain, who First settled by the Moors in A.D. 711, Gibraltar lies in the shadow of the landmark Rock that shares its name. Palma Cathedral, “La Seu,” was built over a Moorish temple after King James I of Aragon’s conquest of Mallorca. British army engineers in the late 18th century to created over the course of 44 years by provide defense for the colony. Flemish craftsman Pierre Dancart. Later, enjoy Observe up close the amusing antics a traditional flamenco performance on board of Barbary macaques, the only colony of the ship. wild monkeys in Europe, and see the impressive geological wonders in St. Michael’s Cave. The Algarve, Portugal The afternoon is at leisure to explore pedestrian Basking on Portugal’s sun-washed Casemates Square in Gibraltar’s city center. southern coast, the historic province of the Algarve was settled in ancient times by the Seville, Andalusia, Spain Phoenicians and Romans and later ruled by Cruise into the heart of extraordinary the Moors. Today, their heritage survives Seville, Andalusia’s lively capital on the in distinctive architecture and flavorful Guadalquivir River, with a rare docking in regional cuisine. Intrepid 15th- and 16th-century the city’s center. Drive through this historic Portuguese mariners, including Vasco da Gama, area, lined with typical Sevillana houses, set sail from the Algarve’s shores on voyages of to see the neoclassical Maestranza Bullring discovery that eventually circled the globe before the largest in Spainand the riverfront triumphantly returning to Lisbon. Tower of Gold, a remnant of Seville’s En route to Lagos, stop to admire Moorish fortifications. Stroll through delightful Ponta de Piedade, a group of coastal limestone Maria Luisa Park and the Plaza de España, rock formations and cliffs famous for both built for the Ibero-American Exposition of 1929. their size, some as tall as 60 feet, and beauty, Continue through charming Santa Cruz, the old their canyon coloring a stunning contrast against Jewish quarter, a gleaming maze of white houses, the turquoise waters of Lagos Bay. Enjoy views of flower-filled patios and orange trees lining the sea arches, sea caves and the Algarve coast from checkered stone streets. the lookout point atop the cliffs. Continue on Tour the legendary UNESCO World to the former Algarve capital, the port town Heritage site of Alcázar, the distinctive of Lagos, once the center of trade between 14th-century, Mudéjar-style former residence Moorish Portugal and Africa. Visit the Baroque of Seville’s Moroccan and Spanish rulers and Church of St. Anthony, with its intricate gilded the city’s magnificent cathedral, a classic carved wood interior, and explore the city example of late Gothic architecture and Europe’s at leisure.
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