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Aurora
24 Night 2013 World Cruise
Mumbai to Southampton
R301-RXZ

Ship: Aurora
Cruise Line: P & O Europe & World Voyages
Departures:  31 March 2013
Duration: 24 Nights
Ports: Mumbai, Muscat, Dubai, Safaga, Sokhna, Suez, Port Said, Limassol, Haifa, Rome, Civitavecchia, Lisbon, London, Southampton
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Mumbai
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Itinerary

Date Port Details
31 Mar 2013
Mumbai - India
EMBARK
02 Apr 2013
Muscat - Oman
FULL DAY
03 Apr 2013
Dubai - U.A.E
AFTERNOON & EVENING
04 Apr 2013
Dubai - U.A.E
FULL DAY AND EVENING
10 Apr 2013
Safaga - Africa
FULL DAY AND EVENING
11 Apr 2013
Sokhna - Egypt
FULL DAY AND EVENING
12 Apr 2013
Suez - Egypt
EARLY MORNING
12 Apr 2013
Transit Suez Canal
DAYTIME TRANSIT
12 Apr 2013
Port Said - Egypt
EARLY EVENING
13 Apr 2013
Limassol - Cyprus
FULL DAY
14 Apr 2013
Haifa - Israel
FULL DAY AND EVENING
18 Apr 2013
Rome (from Civitavecchia) - Italy
FULL DAY
21 Apr 2013
Lisbon - Portugal
FULL DAY
24 Apr 2013
Southampton - Great Britain
DISEMBARK

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

 

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Ports

Mumbai

As one of India's commercial capital is a city of stark contrasts -- modern towers of steel and glass stand next to stately stone edifices from the days of the Raj. The fabled "Gateway of India" is a place of haunting beauty, from the marble serenity of the Jain Palace to the Elephanta Caves, where sculptures of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu were carved out of solid rock over a millennia ago.

Country - India
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 28kms
Currency - Indian Rupees (INR)

Places of Interest
Gandhi Museum, Kamala Nehru Park & Hanging Gardens, Elephant Caves

Muscat

Situated on a striking cove on the Gulf of Oman, ringed by striking volcanic mountains and guarded by two ancient Portuguese forts, diminutive Muscat is the capital of the Sultanate of Oman. Its architecture is a picturesque blend of Arab, Indian, African and European styles. Look for the sultan's palace at the water's edge, or visit the important national museum.

Country - Oman
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 6kms
Currency - Omani Rial (OMR)

Places of Interest
Sultan's Palace, National Museum

Dubai

A relatively new tourist destination, Dubai has gained in popularity in the recent years. It is essentially a desert city with superb infrastructure, liberal policies and excellent tourist amenities. Just 5 hrs from Europe and 3 hrs from most parts of Asia, Dubai makes a great short break for shopping, partying, sunbathing, fine dining, sporting events, and even a few sinful pleasures. It is a city of superlatives: for the fastest, biggest, tallest, largest and highest, Dubai is the destination.

Country - United Arab Emirates
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Emirati Dirham (AED)

Places of Interest
The Burj Hotel, Duty Free Shopping Centres, Bastakiya

Safaga

Safaga was for many years a merchant port – now the town, with its wide azure bay, long sandy beaches and pretty islands, is a favourite sports destination in the Red Sea Riviera. Safaga is especially popular among windsurfers, and was the host of the 1993 Red Sea World Windsurfing Championships.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 50kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
Windsurfing in Safaga Bay

Port Said

While youthful Port Said is often overlooked for Egypt’s legendary capital of Cairo, it’s well worth a look, especially the outstanding beaches north of town. Of course, don’t miss nearby Cairo, which has been the nation’s heart and soul for more than 1,000 years. Rarely is the dichotomy of modern and medieval sensibilities more apparent—skyscrapers tower over earthen houses, and fast cars dart around donkey-drawn carts, as this teeming city of 16 million residents live harmoniously.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to airport - 160kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
National Museum, Cairo, Pyramids of Giza

Limassol

On the island's south coast, Limassol is very much in the Greek sector of Cyprus. Nearby crusaders' castles, Greco-Roman ruins, olive groves and vineyards all speak to a lifestyle that is intrinsically Hellenic, and wizened lacemakers weave the traditions of their ancestors into their detailed work.

Country - Cyprus
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 60kms
Currency - Cypriot Pound (CYP)

Places of Interest
Temple of Apollo, Omodos Village, Aphrodite's Rock

Haifa

From this port on the slopes of Mt. Carmel travel to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. And visit the land of miracles--Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha.

Country - Israel
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Israeli Sheqel (NIS)

Places of Interest
Cave of Elijah, Stella Maris, Bahai World Centre

Rome

Civitavecchia is the closest port to the Eternal city, Rome. Rome has been the focal point for many of the world's greatest artists, architects, rulers and philosophers. See Michelangelo’s masterly ceiling, the famous Swiss Guards in the Vatican and the Imperial splendours of the Colosseum. Climb the Spanish steps. And don’t forget to throw a coin into the Trevi Fountain to guarantee your return to this sublime city.

Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 70kms
Distance from port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Vatican City, The Colluseum, Trevi Fountain

Civitavecchia

Civitavecchia is the closest port to Rome. It serves mostly as a gateway, however there are still a few points of interest in this seaside town. Most notably the Fort of Michelangelo, built in the 1500s as a major defence post. Also of interest are the ancient ruins of the Baths of Traiano, a complex of Roman Baths once used for their therapeutic benefits.


Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 70kms
Distance from port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Fort of Michelangelo, Baths of Traiano

Lisbon

With over twenty centuries of history, this beautiful city boasts tile covered building façades and narrow Medieval streets, most of which still remain today. The port's strategic location brought about Portugal's great wave of exploration during the 15th century. Trade routes from the east brought rich and varied spices, textiles and foreign influences.

Country - Portugal
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
St Jorge Castle, Praca do Comercio, Gulbenkian Museum

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

Southampton

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

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Cruise line info

P & O Europe & World Voyages

P & O Europe & World Voyages

Holiday with P&O Cruises and you can choose an experience to suit you. Today’s holidays are all about choice and diversity. Which is why we offer three different styles of cruise experience across our fleet. This enables you to tailor your holiday to your lifestyle and wishes in terms of dining, ambience, entertainment and much more.

Choose a Contemporary & Innovative experience on board either Arcadia or Oceana and you will enjoy a thoroughly modern and flexible holiday. Aurora and Oriana offer an Original & Authentic cruise experience that combines a sense of history and refinement with every modern facility you could wish for. Artemis, the smallest ship in the fleet, offers a more Traditional & Intimate experience and is ideal if the romance and sense of camaraderie of a smaller ship is of particular appeal.

 

Ship info

Aurora

This £200m ship incorporated every advance in engineering, navigational equipment and passenger comfort. She can cruise at a speed of 24 knots, be positioned to within 6 inches during docking and has been designed especially for British cruise passengers. Features such as a swimming pool with a retractable roof, golf simulator and a virtual reality centre have earned her a very loyal following.

Dining

  • Alexandria Restaurant
  • Medina Restaurant
  • Cafe Bordeaux
  • Sidewalk Cafe
Entertainment

  • Anderson's
  • Champions
  • The Crow's Nest
  • Pennant Bar
  • Raffles Court
  • Charlies
  • Masquerade
  • Riviera Bar
  • Carmen's
  • Curzon Theatre
  • The Playhouse
  • Monte Carlo Casino
Onboard Activities

  • Crystal Pool
  • Riviera Pool
  • Weights and Measures Gym
  • Golf Simulator
  • Terrace Pool
  • Sports Court
  • Oasis Spa
  • Dance Classes
  • Cooking Classes

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
  76,000 Tonnes
Star Rating
  4 Star
Size/Style of Ship   Large/Resort
Entered Service   Apr 2000
Registry   Great Britain
Former Name   None
Length   270 metres
Beam   32.2 metres
Draft   7.9 Metres
Propulsion/Propellers   diesel-electric (40,000kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)   24
Passenger Capacity (twin)
  1,868
Crew   816
Nationality of Officers   British
Nationality of Crew   International
Total Cabins   934
Total Inside cabins   279
Total Outside cabins   655
Cabin/Suites with Balcony   406
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins   22
Passenger Decks   10
Cabin Electricity
  110v and 220v
Elevators   10
Self-Service Laundry
  Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)   British Pound

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