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Discovery
8 Night Voyage to the Mediterranean
London to Barcelona

Ship: Discovery
Cruise Line: Voyages of Discovery
Departures:  16 September 2012
Duration: 8 Nights
Ports: London, Harwich, Leixoes, Gibraltar, Cartagena - Spain, Barcelona
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : Barcelona

 

Itinerary

DATE

PORT

ARRIVE

DEPART

16-Sep-12

Make your way to the London Hotel
for 1 night pre cruise stay

 

 

17-Sep-12

Transfer from London Hotel to Harwich, UK
to embark MV Discovery

-

1630

18-Sep-12

At Sea

-

-

19-Sep-12

At Sea

-

-

20-Sep-12

Leixoes, Portugal

0800

1800

21-Sep-12

At Sea

-

-

22-Sep-12

Gibraltar

0730

1200

23-Sep-12

Cartagena, Spain

0700

1300

24-Sep-12

Barcelona, Spain

1000

-

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

 

Cabin Pricing

* All prices quoted are PER PERSON in Australian Dollars and include Port Charges and Fuel Charges (if applicable).
* All prices quoted are for the cruise departing on . Prices for alternative departure dates may vary.

Valid till 31 MAY 12
Booking in NVS under promo code DIS/AUSALE
Discovery X/Y fares are no longer valid
Your Discovery Cruise Fare Includes:
- 1 night pre-cruise stay at a London hotel
- Transfer from London hotel to port to meet MV Discovery
- Gratuities for your cabin steward, restaurant waiter and their assistant

*All inclusions are valid only on the dates specified. Passengers who arrive or depart earlier or later than the standard package arrival or departure dates must purchase transfers and other arrangements at an additional cost. Transfers from/to airport pre/post cruise are the responsibility of the passenger.

Gratuities included

Cabin Single Twin Triple Quad + Child + Infant
Category O - Inside ---$834------------Book or Enquire
Category N - Inside ---$910------------Book or Enquire
Category M - Inside ---$994------------Book or Enquire
Category L - Inside Superior---$1305------------Book or Enquire
Category K - Outside---$1045------------Book or Enquire
Category J - Outside ---$1114------------Book or Enquire
Category II - Sole Occupancy$2092---------------Book or Enquire
Category I - Outside---$1190------------Book or Enquire
Category H - Outside---$1245------------Book or Enquire
Category GG - Sole Occupancy $1875---------------Book or Enquire
Category G - Outside ---$1314------------Book or Enquire
Category F - Outside Superior---$1415------------Book or Enquire
Category E - Outside Superior ---$1525------------Book or Enquire
Category D - Outside Deluxe ---$1660------------Book or Enquire
Category C - Outside Single$1940---------------Book or Enquire
Category B - Junior Suite ---$1775------------Book or Enquire
Category A - Suite/Owner's Suite ---$1940------------Book or Enquire
 

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

Gibraltar

Gibraltar is a British colony less than three-square miles in area, and one of the most renowned strategic military strong points in the world. Here you will find a mixture of ethnicity, with Spaniards, Moors, Arabs and British settlers making up the population. The famous Rock of Gibraltar is the reason why so many tourists flock to this part of the world

Country - Gibraltar
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 1kms
Currency - Gibraltar Pound (GIP)

Places of Interest
Rock of Gibraltar, Great Siege Tunnels, Ape's Den

Cartagena - Spain

Modern Cartagena and bustling seaport and commercial center, rich in history, culture, and magnificent Spanish architecture.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 44kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Fort Bocachica, La Popa Monastery, Chruch of San Pedro

Barcelona

Explore Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, and you’ll discover the ornately wrought works of Antonio Gaudi. A local architect, whose works culminate in the surrealistic spires of the yet to be finished Sagrada Familia. Take a stroll down the colourful Ramblas. Explore the Gothic Quarter. Ride a cable car to the summit of Montjuic. Or sample local wines and authentic tapas as you watch the hustle and bustle of daily life pass you by.

Country - Spain
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 12kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Las Ramblas, La Safrada Familia, Museo Picasso

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)

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