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Quest for Adventure
11 Nights Britains Hidden Heritage
Dover Return

Ship: Quest for Adventure
Cruise Line: Saga Cruises
Departures:  23 July 2012
Duration: 11 Nights
Ports: Dover, London, Portland, St Peter Port, Falmouth, Milford Haven, Liverpool, Douglas, Belfast, Leith, Edinburgh, Newcastle-upon-Tyne, Dover
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Quest for Adventure provides travel exclusively for today’s over 50s.

Itinerary

Date Destination
23 July Dover, England
24 July Portland, England
25 July St Peter Port, Guernsey
26 July Falmouth, England
27 July Milford Haven, Wales
28 July Liverpool, England
29 July Douglas, Isle of Man
30 July Belfast, Northern Ireland
31 July At Sea
01 Aug Leith (for Edinburgh), Scotland
02 Aug Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
03 Aug Dover, England

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

Included Excursions

You can choose one included excursion from each of the following ports:

Bergen

• Bryggen on foot
• Mount Fløyen hike
• Bergen panoramic

Bodø

• Aviation Museum & city tour
• Saltstraumen Maelstrom
• Bodø hike

Alta

• Tirpitz and World War II
• Alta Canyon and Power Station
• Alta hike

Murmansk

• City and tundra

Honningsvåg

• North Cape transfer
• Mageroy Island

All other excursions are optional, at an additional cost, and are subject to availability and change. Some of the highlights detailed may only be seen on optional excursions or by exploring independently.

 

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.

BONUS on-board credit of GBP25 per person for Newcomers! Quest for Adventure provides travel exclusively for today's over 50s.

The EARLY BOOKING FARES shown are valid for bookings made until further notice, unless sold out prior. Capacity is limited. Other Single Categories are available on request. Please consult your Cruiseco travel agent for current availability and pricing.

A complimentary transfer is provided between London Heathrow airport (or downtown London) and the pier in either Dover or Southampton on the day of embarkation and disembarkation only.

Gratuities included

Cabin Single Twin Triple Quad + Child + Infant
Category P - Standard Inside Stateroom---$2537------------Book or Enquire
Category M - Standard Inside Stateroom---$2799------------Book or Enquire
Category L - Standard Outside Stateroom---$3308------------Book or Enquire
Category K - Standard Outside Stateroom---$3600------------Book or Enquire
Category I - Standard Outside Stateroom---$5435------------Book or Enquire
Category H - Superior Stateroom with French Balcony---$5435------------Book or Enquire
Category G - Deluxe with Balcony---$6248------------Book or Enquire
Category F - Superior Outside Stateroom---$6248------------Book or Enquire
Category E - Deluxe with Balcony---$6531------------Book or Enquire
Category D - Deluxe with Terrace---$6782------------Book or Enquire
Category C - Suite with Balcony---$7311------------Book or Enquire
Category B - Owners Suite---$7846------------Book or Enquire
Category A - Grand Suite---$8375------------Book or Enquire
 

Ports

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

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

St Peter Port

Country - Bailiwick of Guernsey
Distance from port to City -
Distance to Airport -
Currency - British Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest

Falmouth

Falmouth is a town, civil parish and port on the River Fal on the south coast of Cornwall, England, UK. Falmouth is famous for its harbour. Together with Carrick Roads, it forms the third deepest natural harbour in the world, and the deepest in Western Europe. It is also famous for being the start or finish point of various round-the-world record-breaking voyages, such as those of Sir Francis Chichester and Dame Ellen MacArthur.

Country
- United Kingdom 
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 0kms
Currency - British Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Falmouth Harbour, National Maritime Museum, Pendennis Castle 

Liverpool

Liverpool is a city and metropolitan borough in Merseyside, England, along the eastern side of the Mersey Estuary.

Liverpool is internationally known as a cultural centre, with a particularly rich history in popular music (most notably The Beatles), performing and visual arts. In 2003, Liverpool was named European Capital of Culture for 2008. A series of cultural events during 2004-9 is planned, peaking in 2008. (source)

Country - United Kingdom 
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Pounds (GBP)

Places of Interest
World Museum Liverpool, Walker Art Gallery, Albert Dock, Beatles Story, Southport, Met Quarter (source)

Belfast

The site of Belfast has been occupied since the Bronze ages, and the remains of Iron Age hill forts can still be seen. Explore the surrounding communities with their relgious and politcal beliefs displyed through numerous murals and pictures found on the cities walls. Enjoy a night out on the town in one of belfast's many irish pubs.

Country - United Kingdom (Northern Ireland)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - UK Pound (GBP)

Places of Interest
Irish Linen Centre, Grand Opera House, Botanic Gardens Park

Edinburgh

Scotland's capital of Edinburgh has a magnificent geographical location fitting of a fairy tale kingdom, dramatically set above the flatlands with a commanding vantage point. Both a historic and modern city, this metropolis is home to the largest arts festival in the world.

Country - United Kingdom (Scotland)
Distance from port to City - 10kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - Pound Sterling

Places of Interest
Edinburgh Castle, Palace of Holroodhouse, Scott Monument

 

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Saga Cruises

Saga Cruises

We are proud to offer an exciting range of cruises from Saga, one of the UK’s leading cruise operators. Saga is unique in providing travel exclusively for today’s over 50s. Over the years they have built a strong reputation for the quality of service they offer and their competitive pricing. Saga offers two very different cruising styles in Classic Cruises aboard Saga Ruby & Saga Sapphire, and Adventure Cruises aboard Quest for Adventure.

Their CLASSIC CRUISES aboard Saga Ruby, Saga Sapphire and, until April 2012, Saga Pearl II offer a traditional cruising experience in comfortable and elegant surroundings. A home-from-home, these ships are loved by their passengers for exemplary service, and a friendly atmosphere. Sail to iconic destinations and look forward to fine dining as it was in the golden age of cruising.

Saga's ADVENTURE CRUISES aboard the smaller, yacht-like Quest for Adventure offer exciting journeys for the more adventurous traveller to unusual and exotic ports. These cruises offer energetic tailor-made EXCURSIONS INCLUDED in your cruise fare and informative on-board lectures for an in-depth experience without losing any of the expected cruiseship comforts.

 

Ship info

Quest for Adventure

On board Quest for Adventure you can look forward to a convivial atmosphere and an attentive service from the Captain and crew. Explore new places and broaden your mind, then return each day to the comfort and elegance of your ship. Quest for Adventure will offer a relaxed, intimate atmosphere and
excellent facilities.


Dining

This ship has 2 restaurants

Entertainment

Caberet Lounge

  • Casino
  • Tahitian Lounge
  • Club Bar
  • Pool Bar
  • Casino Bar
  • Discovery Lounge

Onboard Activities

  • On board lectures
  • Library
  • Shallow freshwater pool
  • Fitness equipment
  • A range of therapies and treatments are available in the spa
  • Films are screened on the aft Sun Deck by night

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 18,591 Tonnes
Star Rating 4 Star
Size/Style of Ship Small
Entered Service 1981 refit 2009
Registry Bahamas
Former Name None
Length N/A metres
Beam N/A metres
Draft 11 metres
Propulsion/Propellers N/A
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) N/A
Passenger Capacity (twin) 450
Crew 234
Nationality of Officers European
Nationality of Crew Filipino
Total Cabins N/A
Total Inside cabins N/A
Total Outside cabins N/A
Cabin/Suites with Balcony N/A
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins N/A
Passenger Decks 6
Cabin Electricity 220v 2pin European-standard
Elevators 3
Self-Service Laundry Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change) Pound Sterling

 

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