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Columbus 2
Island Worlds in the Mediterranean Sea
Venice to Nice

Ship: Columbus 2
Cruise Line: Hapag-Lloyd Cruises
Departures:  12 May 2013
Duration: 10 Nights
Ports: Venice, Trieste, Split, Kerkyra, Sarande, Naxos, Taormina, Palermo, Olbia, Calvi, Nice
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Venice
Airport gateway (Departure) : Nice

Itinerary

Date Destination Arrive Depart
12/05/2013 Venice - overnight on board    
13/05/2013 Venice   04:00
13/05/2013 Trieste 12:00 18:00
14/05/2013 Split 11:00 24:00
15/05/2013 Ubli 07:00 13:00
16/05/2013 Kerkyra 08:00 24:00
17/05/2013 Sarande 07:00 15:00
18/05/2013 Naxos (Taormina) 09:00 19:00
18/05/2013 Passage through the Strait of Messina    
19/05/2013 Palermo 08:00 17:00
20/05/2013 Olbia 10:30 17:00
21/05/2013 Calvi 07:00 15:00
22/05/2013 Nice 06:00  

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

 

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Ports

Venice

Breathe in the romance and Italian exuberance of this spellbinding city. Explore its mysterious and watery streets. Take a gondola ride to truly appreciate the atmosphere and architecture of the city. Sip a cappuccino in St. Mark’s Square or ride across the lagoon to the islands of Murano and Burano. From the Gothic arches of the Doges Palace to the intricate façade of St. Marks Cathedral, a day in Venice is bound to enchant you.

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

Places of Interest
Piazza San Marco, The Grand Canal, Murano and Burano

Trieste



Country -  Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 0kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Castle of Miramare, Piazza del'Unita

Split

Split has a long tradition of collecting and caring for monuments. This interest appeared as early as the Renaissance. Diocletian's Palace, Mestrovic Gallery, the Archaeological Museum and the Temple of Jupiter are just a few of the impressive museums and galleries that shouldn't be missed.

Country - Croatia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - Kuna (HRK)

Places of Interest
Diocletian Palace, Mestrovic Gallery, Archaelogical Museum

Kerkyra

Stroll through the picturesque narrow streets, have a coffee on the Esplanade, spend a relaxed few hours in the Old Town of Corfu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The white Achilleion - one of the Austrian Empress Elisabeth's favourite spots - is only a few kilometres outside of Kerkyra. After her death, Kaiser Wilhelm II purchased the elegant estate and commissioned the "Victorious Achilles", which can still be seen in the park today. The beautiful bays and beaches of the west coast will accompany you to Palaiokastritsa. The monastery Panagia Theotokos lords over the region from a high cliff. The lovingly cultivated complex from the 18th and 19th centuries offers marvellous views of the coast and the surroundings.

Sarande

The beautiful city of Saranda, offers a unique atmosphere and style that steels the heart of all its visitors.The sea panorama, the variety of flora, favored by the soft climate, make Saranda the preferred center for rest and recreation and an important tourist town.

Country - Albania
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 150kms
Currency - Albainan Lek (ALL)

Places of Interest
Saranda Beach, Butrint National Park

Taormina

Enjoy magnificent panoramic views on the way up to the town where you can stroll down medieval lanes past stunning palaces. See the famed Greek Theater and its fantastic view of Mt. Etna. Or take a trip to the volcano itself and get a first-hand look at cones, craters and lava streams from previous eruptions and a fantastic view over the Gulf of Catania. Venture into the countryside and its lovely hill towns, one with a Norman Castle built of black lava, and visit beautiful old Catania.

Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 55kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Messina Gate, Clock Tower, Arabian Necropolis

Palermo

Immerse yourself in the glorious history of this ancient city and its magnificant monuments like the imposing Norman Cathedral and the majestic 9th Century Arab palace and its breathtaking Palatine Chapel. Admire the marvelous opera house and the artifacts in the archaelogical museum

Country -  Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 32kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Quattro Canti, Museo Archeologico, Gesu Church

Olbia



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

Places of Interest

Calvi

Calvi is situated on the northwest of the French island of Corsica, and is one of its most popoular towns. 

Country - France
Distance from port to City - <1km
Distance from port to Airport - 6kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
The Citadel, L'Eglise Santa Maria

Nice

Nice France is a sparkling jewel on the French Riviera. Charming markets, narrow lanes, and all the enchantments of France, including art, food, and gorgeous architecture are present in Nice. Located along the Mediterranean Sea, Nice France features long promenades, pebbly beaches, and good weather. In town you’ll find picturesque buildings, art museums, and good hotels. Nice vacations were favored by aristocrats during the Victorian period. Today, Nice is a popular destination for a multitude of travelers, and offers a variety of things to do and see.

Country -  France
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Old Town, Beaches, French Riviera

 

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She can accommodate up to 698 guests and offers plenty of scope for individual wishes - the COLUMBUS 2 is a small ship travelling the oceans of the world with a vast selection of facilities and opportunities as well as first-class furnishings. Elegant cabins and suites await you, most of which have their own balcony. Four restaurants boast tremendous culinary diversity – casual or sporty-elegant, indoors or outdoors. A spacious lounge, six atmospheric bars and a night club augur lots of multifaceted entertainment. Relax on the luxurious pool and sun decks with their pleasant teakwood ambiance, let yourself be pampered in the modern OCEAN SPA or get active in the large fitness centre with ocean view.

The itineraries of the COLUMBUS 2 also invite you to dream. From spring to autumn, you can discover the sunny sides of Europe – cosmopolitan ports in France and Italy, veritable natural and cultural treasures in Croatia and Greece and the glittering midnight sun at the North Cape. Or embark on a world tour with the new addition to our fleet in the winter and discover exciting destinations all around the globe.

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