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Saga Sapphire%lt;br%gt;15 Night Brittania Club Cruise%lt;br%gt;Dover to Southampton

Saga Sapphire
15 Night Brittania Club Cruise
Dover to Southampton

Ship: Saga Sapphire
Cruise Line: Saga Cruises
Departures: 26 September 2012
Duration: 15 Nights
Ports: Dover, El Ferrol, Gibraltar, Livorno, Florence, Toulon, Barcelona, Cartagena - Spain, Lisbon, Southampton, Dover
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

THIS CRUISE IS EXCLUSIVELY FOR BRITTANIA CLUB MEMBERS.

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Itinerary

DATE	PORT	SCHEDULE
26-Sep	Dover, England	Embark Saga Sapphire for departure at 1700.
28-Sep	El Ferrol, Spain	Arrive 1200, depart 1800.
30-Sep	Gibraltar	Arrive 1400, depart 1900.
3-Oct	Livorno (for Florence), Italy	Arrive 0700, depart 1800.
4-Oct	Toulon, France	Arrive 0800, depart 1700.
5-Oct	Barcelona, Spain	Arrive 0800, depart 1700.
6-Oct	Cartagena, Spain	Arrive 1200, depart 2000.
8-Oct	Lisbon, Portugal	Arrive 0800, depart 1700.
11-Oct	Southampton, England	Arrive 0700, disembark Saga Sapphire 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 . Prices for alternative departure dates may vary.

The EARLY BOOKING FARES shown below 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
Category US - Single Standard Inside	$4128	---	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category T - Standard Inside	---	$3010	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category S - Standard Inside	---	$3337	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category R - Standard Inside	---	$3626	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category Q - Standard Inside	---	$3980	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category PS - Single Standard Outside	$6053	---	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category P - Standard Outside	---	$3980	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category N - Standard Outside	---	$4291	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category M - Standard Outside	---	$4291	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category L - Standard Outside	---	$4291	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category K - Standard Outside	---	$4619	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category J - Standard Outside	---	$4935	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category I - Superior French Balcony	---	$5262	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category H - Standard Outside	---	$5900	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category G - Standard Outside	---	$6544	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category FS - Single Suite with Balcony	$11110	---	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category F - Superior with Balcony	---	$7308	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category E - Junior Suite	---	$7308	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category D - Suite with Balcony	---	$8126	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category C - Owners Suite with Balcony	---	$8944	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category B - Royal Suite with Balcony	---	$9419	---	---	---	---	Book or Enquire
Category A - Grand Suite with Terrace	---	$9899	---	---	---	---	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

El Ferrol

Latitude 43.29N, Longitude 8.14W

Country - Spain
Distance to Airport - kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

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

Livorno

The lovely seaport of Livorno serves as a gateway to the opulence and artistry of Florence and the quiet intimacy and history of Pisa. Florence, the jewel of the Renaissance, symbolizes the wealth and power of Italy's golden age more than any other city in Italy.

Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 33kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery, Leaning Tower of Pisa

Toulon

With shady squares, colorful awnings, charming shops and a myriad of bicycles leaned up against the trees, Toulon is a little bit of Paris in Provence. Of course, there is one significant difference: Toulon has at its edge an ocean, and all the sights and cooling breezes that accompany a place by the sea

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

Places of Interest
Tour de I'horloge, Cours Lafayette, Place Puget

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

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

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

Southampton

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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.

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Saga Sapphire

Following a multimillion pound refurbishment, Saga Sapphire will set sail on her inaugural cruise from Southampton in March 2012 with Captain McLundie at the helm.

The Pier
With crazy golf on Deck 12, and a pool, hot tubs and outdoor 'View from the Top' cinema on Deck 11, this part of the ship promises to be a hive of activity. To keep your energy levels up, The Pier by the pool will serve gourmet fish and chips, traditional sweets and ice cream. And if you fancy a little exercise after all those treats, you can take a walk around the promenade deck – do six circuits and you’ll have gone a mile!

The Drawing Room
We predict the Drawing Room will be one of the most popular places on board, both in the evening and during the day. Incorporating the library, a bar and even a walk-in larder, the informal setting will be the perfect place for catching up on some reading, surfing the internet on one of the ship’s iPads, or perhaps enjoying some light entertainment in the evening.

The Grill
An informal venue serving lighter, healthier grilled meals, where you can watch your food being cooked to order in a state-of-the-art show kitchen or dine alfresco in fine weather.
With its specialised menu, it will be a great place to pop in for a leisurely breakfast, light lunch or relaxed dinner.

East to West
For something a little different, you’ll be able to book a table for dinner at East to West, our 64-seat restaurant that specialises in Indian, Sri Lankan and Thai cuisine. Decorated with traditional carvings, the restaurant will deliver mouth-watering food in a setting that reflects the mood of the East.

Pole to Pole
Our main restaurant will seat 620 passengers, yet still have an intimate feel thanks to the different areas styled to the theme of different continents: Africa, Asia, Europe and the Americas.
You will be able to take all your meals here including breakfast, where you can choose from the buffet or enjoy a full waiter-served meal.
There will be flexible seating, so you can sit wherever you choose, plus at dinner a number of tables can be reserved for fixed seating at the time of booking.

Britannia Lounge
This versatile venue will be a great place for morning coffees and afternoon teas. You’ll also find various activities taking place – perhaps a lecture or ballroom dance lesson.
Then in the evening it’s show time! The Britannia Lounge will really come alive as singers, instrumentalists, cabaret artistes and more grace the stage for some dazzling performances.

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage	37,301 Tonnes
Star Rating	4 Star
Size/Style of Ship	Small/Intimate/Classic
Entered Service	May 2012 - built 1981
Registry
Former Name	Bleu de France
Length	658 ft
Beam	95 ft
Draft	27.6 ft
Propulsion/Propellers
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)	17 knots
Passenger Capacity (twin)	752
Crew	415
Nationality of Officers	British
Nationality of Crew	International
Total Cabins	374
Total Inside cabins	65
Total Outside cabins	309
Cabin/Suites with Balcony	65
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins
Passenger Decks	12
Cabin Electricity
Elevators	4
Self-Service Laundry	Yes
Onboard Currency (subject to change)	Pound Sterling

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