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Saga Ruby%lt;br%gt;15 Nights To the Land of Ice and Fire%lt;br%gt;Dover Return

Saga Ruby
15 Nights To the Land of Ice and Fire
Dover Return

Ship: Saga Ruby
Cruise Line: Saga Cruises
Departures:  12 July 2012
Duration: 15 Nights
Ports: Dover, Kirkwall, Torshaven, Heimaey, Reykjavik, Grundarfjordur, Isafjordur, Akureyri, Seydisfjordur, Cobh, Cork, Falmouth, London, Dover
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Itinerary

 

DATE PORT SCHEDULE
12 Jul Dover, England

Arrive 0700 and disembark after breakfast.

14 Jul Kirkwall, Orkney Islands

Arrive 0800, depart 1700.

15 Jul Torshavn, Faroe Islands

Arrive 1200, depart 1900.

17 Jul Heimaey, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1800. Land by launch or tender.

18 Jul Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 2300.

19 Jul Grundarfjordur, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1800. Land by launch or tender.

20 Jul Isafjordur, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1800.

21 Jul Akureyri, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1700.

22 Jul Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1700.

25 Jul Cobh (for Cork), Ireland

Arrive 0800, depart 1700.

26 Jul Falmouth, England

Arrive 0800, depart 1400. Land by launch or tender.

27 Jul Dover, England

Arrive 0800 and disembark after breakfast.

 

* 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 12 July 2012. Prices for alternative departure dates may vary.

The EARLY BOOKING FARES shown are valid for bookings made until further notice. 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 and the pier (Dover or Southampton) on the day of embarkation and disembarkation only. Conditions apply to passengers with pre/post cruise accommodation in London.

Gratuities included

Cabin Single Twin Triple Quad + Child + Infant
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Category ZB - Duplex Suite---$16630------------Book or Enquire
Category ZA - Suite Balcony---$9473------------Book or Enquire
Category Y - Suite ---$11975------------Book or Enquire
Category X - Suite Balcony---$13720------------Book or Enquire
Category OE - Single Inside$5068---------------Book or Enquire
Category ND - Single Outside$5970---------------Book or Enquire
Category MC - Single Outside$6537---------------Book or Enquire
Category LB - Single Outside$7759---------------Book or Enquire
Category K1 - Single Outside$12340---------------Book or Enquire
Category J - Inside---$3728------------Book or Enquire
Category II - Inside---$4266------------Book or Enquire
Category I - Inside---$4048------------Book or Enquire
Category H - Outside---$4266------------Book or Enquire
Category G - Outside---$4557------------Book or Enquire
Category F - Outside---$4702------------Book or Enquire
Category E - Outside---$5284------------Book or Enquire
Category D - Outside---$5417------------Book or Enquire
Category C - Outside---$5982------------Book or Enquire
Category B - Outside---$6230------------Book or Enquire
Category AB - Balcony---$7599------------Book or Enquire
Category A - Balcony---$7146------------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

Kirkwall

An archipelago of more than 70 islands the Orkney Islands feature some of the most dramatic coastal scenery anywhere, from 1,000-foot sea cliffs to soothing white-sand beaches.

Country - United Kingdom
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 6kms
Currency - Pounds Sterling

Places of Interest
St. Magnus Cathedral, Ring O'Brodgar, Skara Brae

Torshaven

The Faroe Islands is an archipelago of 18 islands halfway between Britain and Iceland. From the capital, Torshavn we can enjoy tours to outlying coastal villages, to the nearby island of Hestur or to the spectacular birdcliffs of Vestmanna. Fresh sea air, open spaces and beautiful woodland make one of the smallest capital cities in the world a delight to visit.

Country - Faroe Islands (Denmark)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 2kms
Currency - Danish Krone (DKK)

Places of Interest
Hestur, Vestmanna

Reykjavik

Reykjavik is the gateway to Iceland's stunning natural wonders, which range from ice fields to boiling thermal pools. The landscape on the island seems to be in a continual process of transformation much like its society, which blends Nordic tradition with sophisticated technology.

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 3kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss Waterfall, Thingvellir National Park

Grundarfjordur



Country
Distance from port to City
Distance to Airport
Currency

Places of Interest

Isafjordur

Iceland, the second largest island in Europe, is a natural wonder of active volcanoes, glaciers, fjords, desert plateaus, and a midnight sun. The air is startlingly clean, and ideal for communing with nature, Iceland style -- fjord fishing, river rafting and whale watching. On its northwestern peninsula, the rock formations that make up the fjords date back 14 million years. And some of the country's oldest and best-preserved buildings remain in this former trading post.

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 250kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Varnajokull, Reykjavik

Akureyri

Iceland is a place of delightful contradictions where flowers flourish amid ice and snow. Some of nature's most powerful antics, from active volcanoes to geothermal phenomena, exist only a few miles from charming towns and major cultural centers. For those in search of the unexpected, the surprises begin in Akureyri — Iceland's second-largest city.

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 200kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Godafoss Waterfall, Namaskard, Botanical Garden

Seydisfjordur

The Town of Seyoisfjordour is regarded by many as one of Iceland's most picturesque towns, not only due to its impressive environment but also because nowhere in Iceland has a community of old wooden buildings been preserved so well as here. Poet Matthias Johannessen called it a "pearl enclosed in a shell".

Country - Iceland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 200kms
Currency - Icelandic Krona (ISK)

Places of Interest
Seyoisfjordour Fjord

Cobh

Cobh is Ireland’s most famous port. The Heritage Center is housed in the old railroad station that was once the terminus for the 2.5 million Irish boarding ships bound for America. There are numerous displays explaining the flight of the Irish and their perilous journeys to the “new world.” The Cobh Heritage Center also houses interesting displays about the Steamships Titanic and Lusitania.

Country - Republic of Ireland
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 102kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
St. Colman's Cathedral, The Lusitania Memorial, The Titanic Memorial, Fota Island

Cork

Despite its small town hospitality, Cork is Ireland's second largest city and your gateway to romantic Ireland. Rich farmlands and river valleys define the countryside. And although Cork's most famous attraction is the legendary Blarney Stone, there are over 100 heritage and cultural sites of significance covering over 600 miles of spectacular coastline.

Country -  Republic of Ireland
Distance from port to City - 25kms
Distance from port to Airport - 33kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Elizabeth Fort, St Finbarr's Cathedral, Shandon Church

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 

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

 

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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

Saga Ruby

Saga Ruby shares many features of her sister ship Saga Rose's much admired qualities, such as wide open decks, a spacious interior and deep hull ideal for long distance cruising. Following a $17 million refurbishment in March 2005, Saga Ruby has a classic feel, complemented by subtle, modern furnishings

Dining

  • Dining Room
  • Lido
  • View Restaurant
Entertainment

  • Ballroom
  • Theatre
  • Britannia Lounge
  • Pre-view Bar
  • Dance Floor
Onboard Activities

  • Plunge Pool
  • Computer Centre
  • The Board Room
  • Card Room
  • Hair Salon
  • Sauna and Massage
  • Treatment Rooms
  • Spa Aquarius

Ship facts

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Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 24,492 Tonnes
Star Rating 4 Star
Size/Style of Ship Mid/Luxury
Entered Service Mar 2005
Registry Great Britain
Former Name Caronia, Vistafjord
Length 191 metres
Beam 25.05 metres
Draft 8.23 metres
Propulsion/Propellers diesel (17,900kW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 20
Passenger Capacity (twin) 661
Crew 380
Nationality of Officers British
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins 376
Total Inside cabins 52
Total Outside cabins 324
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 25
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins 4
Passenger Decks 9
Cabin Electricity 110v
Elevators 6
Self-Service Laundry Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change) UK Pound

 

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