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Ocean Princess
16 Night Land of the Midnight Sun
London Return
PACKAGE DEAL

Ship: Ocean Princess
Cruise Line: Princess Cruises
Cruise Date:  17 July 2012
Duration: 16 Nights
Ports: London, Dover, Bergen, Hellesylt, Geiranger, Tromso, Magdalenefjord, Spitzbergen, Ny Alesund, Murmansk, Honningsvag, North Cape, Flaam, London
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Itinerary

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

 

Package Deal Pricing

Number of Passengers

Package Includes:
• Return economy class airfare from Australia to London
• 2 Night pre-cruise deluxe hotel stay at Radisson Edwardian Bloomsbury Street, including breakfast
• 16 Nights on Ocean Princess from Dover (London) return
• Port charges, government fees, air taxes and hotel VAT


* 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).

Hotel Stay Included Before Cruise
Hotel Radisson Blu Edwardian Bloomsbury Street Hotel
Location London
Checkin Date 15 July 2012
Checkout Date 17 July 2012

Close by the chic boutiques of Covent Garden and Oxford Street's celebrated stores, this beguiling Bloomsbury landmark brings style and comfort together beautifully. In the shadow of the British Museum, the hotel's atmospheric ambience reminds you this is a real one off.
* Purchase of additional accommodation may be required, depending on flight schedules.

Cruise - Ocean Princess

CabinPackage
Category I - Interior $7660
Category F - Oceanview $7867
Category BD - Oceanview with balcony$9519
Category AB - Mini Suite with Balcony$10449

 

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

Dover

London is one of the world's most visited cities and a major tourist hub for many European journeys. London has the greatest concentration of tourist attractions in Britain with Westminster Abbey, Regent Street, Picadilly and the British Parliament as well as the nightlife and shopping to last a lifetime. A definate must see for anyone who is visiting Europe

Country - United Kingdom
Distance from port to City - 110kms
Distance from port to Airport - 135kms
Currency - UK Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Westminster Abbey, Buckingham Palace, House of Parliament

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

Hellesylt

The small village of Hellesylt is an old Viking port located at the head of the Sunnylvenfjord on the northwest coast of Norway. Here, glacier-fed streams cascade over towering granite cliffs and descend to the calm waters of the fjord. The thundering waterfalls, snow-capped mountains, lakes and crystalline glaciers, inspired Henrik Ibsen's dramatic masterpiece, "Brand."

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

Places of Interest
Lake Hornindal, Styrn Lake, Jostedal National Park Centre

Geiranger

Geiranger is the jewel of Norway's fjord districtty. Majestic, snow-covered mountain peaks, beautiful and wild waterfalls, lush, green vegetation and the deep blue waters make it an ideal stopover while cruising Norway's fjords

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 400kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Omesvingen, Flydaljuvet, the Fjords

Tromso

Tromso possesses the true wonders of the polar environment: glistening glacial ridges, the icy clear waters of Lake Prestvatn, even windswept valleys where reindeer roam free. Amidst the beauty, there is fascinating history to be found as well, from ancient northern settlements to signs of sacrificial sites that date back centuries

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 7kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Polar Museum, Northen Lights Planetarium, Polaria Artic Centre

Spitzbergen

 

Country
Distance from port to City
Distance to Airport
Currency

Places of Interest

Honningsvag

Honningsvag is the last village before Norway's mysterious North Cape, beyond which lies only icy water before one reaches the North Pole. This expanse of wilderness is marred by nothing save an occasional herd of reindeer. Honningsvag is your gateway to this natural splendor.

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

Places of Interest
Midnight Sun, Nordkapp, North Cape Hall

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

 

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Princess Cruises

Princess Cruises

About Princess Cruises

From its modest beginnings in 1965 with a single ship cruising to Mexico, Princess has grown to become one of the premiere cruise lines in the world. Today, its fleet carries more than a million passengers each year to more worldwide destinations than any other major line.

The most recognized cruise line in the world was catapulted to stardom in 1977 when Pacific Princess was cast in a starring role on a new television show called The Love Boat. The weekly series, which introduced millions of viewers to the still-new concept of a sea-going vacation, was an instant hit and both the company name and its "seawitch" logo have remained synonymous with cruising ever since.

Princess' modern fleet has grown considerably in recent years to include Caribbean Princess (2004), Coral Princess (2003), Crown Princess (2005) Dawn Princess (1997), Diamond Princess (2004), Emerald Princess (2007), Island Princess (2003), Pacific Princess (1999), Royal Princess (2001), Golden Princess (2001), Grand Princess (1998), Sapphire Princess (2004),Sea Princess (2007), Star Princess (2002), Sun Princess (1995) and Ocean Princess (1999).

Personal Choice Cruising®
Building on past success, Princess is continually evolving to meet the needs of the today's vacationer. In the mid-1990s the company pioneered the concept of putting passengers in control of their own cruise experience with the introduction of its Sun-class ships. These revolutionary vessels gave passengers the freedom to choose from a wide range of flexible onboard facilities, amenities and services in order to create a personal vacation experience that takes the regimentation out of the cruise experience and suits each passenger's own needs and preferences.

Today, the line's signature emphasis on Personal Choice Cruising is apparent across the fleet, with each vessel offering its own unique version on a host of multiple dining options and locations; flexible and varied entertainment selections; renowned customer service; and a full complement of onboard activities including a variety of ScholarShip@Sea® enrichment classes featuring computer training, ceramics, culinary arts, finance and photography. Often copied but never duplicated, the Princess concept of cruise vacation customization has since been adopted as the touchstone of new ship design for the entire cruise industry.

Affordable Luxury and an Abundance of Balconies
In addition to incorporating a wide range of choices, vessels in the Princess fleet are specifically designed to provide the ultimate in affordable luxury, with an emphasis on "big ship choice with small ship feel." No matter the size of the ship, public spaces are designed to feel intimate and are decorated in a contemporary style, allowing passengers to enjoy themselves in an informal, relaxed onboard atmosphere that mirrors today's lifestyles. The company has also long been the leader in building ships specifically designed to accommodate an extensive number of the most sought-after shipboard luxury -- the private balcony. In the mid-1980s Princess pioneered the concept of the affordable veranda, once an exclusive feature incorporated in only the most expensive suites. Today, Princess' fleet offers one of the highest percentages of balcony cabins in the industry, across all cabin categories. The physical design and décor of the ships, coupled with Princess' hallmark service excellence, creates an onboard atmosphere of relaxed luxury in which passengers can enjoy their perfect vacation experience.

Worldwide Destinations
Princess' philosophy of choice is also reflected in its sailing schedule. Offering voyages to more worldwide cruise destinations than any other major line, Princess has more than 150 itineraries ranging from seven to 72 days. The line sails to all seven continents and calls at nearly 260 ports around the world. Princess passengers can enhance their cruise experience through the Adventures Ashore program featuring more than 1,500 in-port excursions worldwide, and the company's expanding cruisetour offerings enable passengers to combine their cruise with a full land tour. Destinations on all seven continents include the Caribbean, Alaska, Panama Canal, Europe, Mexican Riviera, South America, Australia/New Zealand, South Pacific, Hawaii, Tahiti/French Polynesia, Asia, India, Africa, Holy Land, Canada/New England and Antarctica.

Having led the way in Gulf of Alaska cruising, Princess maintains a strong presence in Alaska. Through its Seattle-based Princess Tours division, the company operates a wide variety of spectacular land and sea experiences in the majestic "Land of the Midnight Sun." The largest cruise and tour operator in the state, Princess operates six cruise ships, five riverside wilderness lodges, luxury Midnight Sun Express Ultra Dome rail cars, and a fleet of deluxe motor coaches; allowing cruise passengers to connect seamlessly to a landside tour and experience several distinctly unique facets of the Alaska wilderness in a single trip.

 

Ship info

Ocean Princess

Ocean Princess - along with her sister ship Pacific Princess - is our pearl of the Pacific. Smaller in size yet rich in amenities this beautiful vessel features an array of onboard activities. Relax on deck by the pool or get a massage at the Lotus Spa. At night, fine fare abounds in refined dining rooms and specialty restaurants, with live entertainment rivaling anything on shore. And this ship offers more than 200 balcony staterooms so you won't have to miss a single sunset.

Dining

  • Club Restaurant (Traditional)
  • Sabatini’s (Speciality Italian)
  • Sterling Steakhouse (Specialty Steakhouse)
  • Panorama buffet (Casual)
  • Wine and caviar bar (Casual)
  • Patisserie (Casual)
  • Pizzeria (Casual)
  • Deck barbeque
  • 24-hour complimentary room service
Entertainment

  • Caberet Lounge
  • Casino
  • Tahitian Lounge
  • Club Bar
  • Pool Bar
  • Casino Bar
Onboard Activities

  • Main Pool
  • 2 Spas
  • Lotus Day Spa
  • Gymnasium and Fitness Area
  • Jogging Track
  • Shuffleboard
  • Libary
  • ScholarShip at Sea (onboard learning centres)
  • 24 Hour Internet
  • Card Room
  • Duty Free

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 30,277 Tonnes
Star Rating 4 Star
Size/Style of Ship Mid/Popular
Entered Service Dec 2002
Registry Gibraltar
Former Name R Four
Length 181 metres
Beam 25.5 metres
Draft 6 metres
Propulsion/Propellers diesel-electric (18,600kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 20
Passenger Capacity (twin) 670
Crew 373
Nationality of Officers European
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins 344
Total Inside cabins 27
Total Outside cabins 317
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 232
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins 3
Passenger Decks 9
Cabin Electricity 110v/220v
Elevators 4
Self-Service Laundry Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change) US Dollar

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