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Discovery%lt;br%gt;10 Night Oslo and the Magic of Norway%lt;br%gt;London to Harwich

Discovery
10 Night Oslo and the Magic of Norway
London to Harwich
PACKAGE DEAL

Ship: Discovery
Cruise Line: Voyages of Discovery
Cruise Date:  24 August 2012
Duration: 10 Nights
Ports: London, Harwich, Oslo, Kristiansand, Stavanger, Flaam, Gudvangen, Alesund, Bergen, London
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Itinerary

DATE
PORT
ARRIVE
DEPART
24 Aug 2012
London, United Kingdom - Make your way to the London hotel for one night pre cruise stay
 Overnight
 
25 Aug 2012
London, United Kingdom - Transfer from London to Harwich
 
 
25 Aug 2012
Harwich, United Kingdom
 
3.00pm
26 Aug 2012
At Sea
 
 
27 Aug 2012
Oslo, Norway
9.00am
6.00pm
28 Aug 2012
Kristiansand, Norway
7.00am
6.00pm
29 Aug 2012
Stavanger, Norway
7.00am
4.30pm
30 Aug 2012
Flam, Norway
7.30am
1.30pm
30 Aug 2012
Gudvangen, Norway
3.30pm
5.30pm
31 Aug 2012
Alesund, Norway
 8.00am
6.00pm
01 Sep 2012
Bergen, Norway
7.30am
4.00pm
02 Sep 2012
At Sea
 
 
03 Sep 2012
Harwich, United Kingdom
Disembark
 7.30am

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

Package Deal Pricing

Number of Passengers

Package Includes:
•Return International economy class airfare from Australia to London
•1 night pre-cruise stay at a London Hotel
•Pre-cruise transfer from your London hotel to Harwich
•9 night cruise from Harwich return aboard MV Discovery
•Port charges, government fees and air taxes
•Gratuities included for your cabin steward, restaurant waiter and his/her assistant

 


* All prices quoted are PER PERSON in Australian Dollars and include Port Charges.

Air Travel Included
Airline Singapore Airlines
From
To London
Class Of Travel Economy Class - Return - Rules

Includes air taxes (subject to change).

Cruise - Discovery

CabinPackage
Category O - Inside $3281
Category N - Inside $3281
Category M - Inside $3682
Category L - Inside Superior$5186
Category K - Outside$3762
Category J - Outside $3872
Category I - Outside$4028
Category H - Outside$4153
Category G - Outside $4299
Category F - Outside Superior$4488
Category E - Outside Superior $4724
Category D - Outside Deluxe $5015
Category B - Junior Suite $5241
Category A - Suite/Owner's Suite $5592

 

Ports

London

London is an enormous cosmopolitan city, with all the cultural and gastronomic attractions you'd expect from a world capital. Stretching for more than 30 miles on either side of the River Thames, it is Europe's largest city, with a diverse population of about eight million. Southampton is one of several port cities and a gateway to London.

Country - England
Distance from port to City - 100kms
Distance from port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Big Ben, Buckingham Palace, London Bridge

Oslo

Oslo is the capital of Norway and is the natural hub of Norway’s national and international travel. The city is beautifully situated at the head of Oslo Fjord surrounded by forested ridges, and this very location gives Oslo unexpected qualities for a national capital.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 45kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Royal Palace, Frogner Park, City Hall

Kristiansand



Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 0kms
Currency - Norwegian Krone (NOK)

Places of Interest

Stavanger

Stavanger is blessed with history and natural beauty. It boasts an advantageous location on the southwestern coast with some of Norway's best weather. From the old port, the city radiates across a network of islands interlaced with graceful bridges.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 14kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Stavanger Cathedral, Canning Museum, Lysefjord

Flaam

Flåam is situated in the innermost part of the Aurlandsfjord surrounded by steep mountainsides, roaring waterfalls and deep valleys, Flåam is a paradise for everyone looking for a one-of-a-kind experience with nature.

 

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 250kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
The Flamsbanen, The White Caves, Aurland and Laerdal

Gudvangen

The charming village of Gudvangen lies at the end of the magnificent Naerofjord. Nearby, the Kilefoss Waterfall cascades into a superfine mist as it tumbles from a cliff face mearly 2,000 feet above the valley floor.

Country -  Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 18kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Flaam Benen

Alesund

Aalesund is a beautiful city surrounded by high mountains and deep fjords. It is situated in the middle of Norway's most spectacular places like Trollveggen, Trollstigen, Geiranger and Runde with this city as your base. They are all only a couple of hours travel from Ålesund city. It is a popular stop for cruise liners exploring the Norwegian fjordlands.


Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 225kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Runde, Alnes

Bergen

Bergen is called the "Gateway to the Fjords," as it is a great launching point for a tour of nature's Hardangerfjord, Sognefjord and Geirangerfjord. This city has a wonderful mix of architectural styles that add to its 18th-century charm. And as birthplace of virtuoso violinist Ole Bull and pianist Edvard Grieg, Bergen is considered the cultural capital of Norway.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Bergen Fish Markets, Hanseatic Merchant's Quarter, Cable Car to Ulriken

Discovery Cabin Info

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Cruise line info

Voyages of Discovery

Discovery is a home from home with excellent cuisine and exemplary service in the company of 650 like-minded people and highly-acclaimed guest speakers. The ship is made up of British captains, with years of experience, 300 friendly, international crew members as well as cabin and restaurant staff.  

Each itinerary is planned to maximise time spent ashore, exploring many sights beyond the reach of larger ships. Guests will experience overnight stays inland and onshore in cultural epicentres, staying in first class accommodation and can dine in the company of your friends in either of the two restaurants onboard.


 

Ship info

Discovery

For the many passengers that return to mv Discovery year after year, it is a home from home. Every feature on the ship is designed with passengers’ comfort in mind and while retaining her old world grandeur, Discovery has all the modern amenities passengers would expect. £2 million has been spent on updating and improving facilities on Discovery over the last two years and a further £2 million will be spent by the end of 2009.

Dining

  • Seven Continents Re
  • The Yacht Club

Entertainment

  • Carosel Show Lounge
  • Discovery Theatre
  • The Night Club
  • Explorer Bar
Onboard Activities

  • 2 Pools, one with retractable roof 
  • 2 Jacuzzis 
  • 5 Bars
  • Medical Centre
  • Shop
  • Library
  • Bridge Club
  • Gymnasium and health centre
  • Lecture theatre and cinema
  • Internet Centre - 6 stations 
  • Card Room
  • 4 Lounges

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 20,186 Tonnes
Star Rating 3.5 Star
Size/Style of Ship Mid/Expedition
Entered Service May 2003
Registry Bermuda
Former Name Island Princess, Island Venture
Length 168.74 metres
Beam 32.22 metres
Draft 24.64 metres
Propulsion/Propellers diesel (13,400kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 18
Passenger Capacity (twin) 710
Crew 350
Nationality of Officers European
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins 355
Total Inside cabins 72
Total Outside cabins 283
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 0
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins 2
Passenger Decks 8
Cabin Electricity 110v/220v
Elevators 4
Laundry A valet service is available for laundry, dry cleaning and pressing. Charges apply
Onboard Currency Pounds Sterling (GBP)

Discovery Deck plans

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