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Saga Sapphire
15 Night Geysers and Glaciers
Dover Return

Ship: Saga Sapphire
Cruise Line: Saga Cruises
Departures:  02 August 2012
Duration: 15 Nights
Ports: Dover, Bergen, Lerwick, Seydisfjordur, Akureyri, Isafjordur, Grundarfjordur, Reykjavik, Heimaey, Cobh, Cork, Falmouth, Dover
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Itinerary

DATE

PORT

SCHEDULE

2-Aug

Dover, England

Embark Saga Sapphire for
departure at 1600.

4-Aug

Bergen, Norway

Arrive 0900, depart 1700.

5-Aug

Lerwick, Shetland Islands

Arrive 0800, depart 1700.
Land by launch or tender.

7-Aug

Seydisfjordur, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1600.

8-Aug

Akureyri, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1800.

9-Aug

Isafjordur, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1800.

10-Aug

Grundarfjordur, Iceland

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

11-Aug

Reykjavik, Iceland

Arrive 0800, depart 1800.

12-Aug

Heimaey, Iceland

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

15-Aug

Cobh (for Cork), Ireland

Arrive 0800, depart 1700.

16-Aug

Falmouth, England

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

17-Aug

Dover, England

Arrive 0800, 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 02 August 2012. Prices for alternative departure dates may vary.

The EARLY BOOKING FARES shown below are valid for bookings made up 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 US - Single Standard Inside$4428---------------Book or Enquire
Category T - Standard Inside---$3200------------Book or Enquire
Category S - Standard Inside---$3571------------Book or Enquire
Category R - Standard Inside---$3882------------Book or Enquire
Category Q - Standard Inside---$4253------------Book or Enquire
Category PS - Single Standard Outside$6473---------------Book or Enquire
Category P - Standard Outside---$4253------------Book or Enquire
Category N - Standard Outside---$4608------------Book or Enquire
Category M - Standard Outside---$4608------------Book or Enquire
Category L - Standard Outside---$4608------------Book or Enquire
Category K - Standard Outside---$4946------------Book or Enquire
Category J - Standard Outside---$5290------------Book or Enquire
Category I - Superior French Balcony---$5628------------Book or Enquire
Category H - Standard Outside---$6326------------Book or Enquire
Category G - Standard Outside---$7008------------Book or Enquire
Category FS - Single Suite with Balcony$11900---------------Book or Enquire
Category F - Superior with Balcony---$7837------------Book or Enquire
Category E - Junior Suite---$7837------------Book or Enquire
Category D - Suite with Balcony---$8726------------Book or Enquire
Category C - Owners Suite with Balcony---$9582------------Book or Enquire
Category B - Royal Suite with Balcony---$10100------------Book or Enquire
Category A - Grand Suite with Terrace---$10608------------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

Bergen

Bergen is called the "Gateway to the Fjords," as it is a great launching point for a tour of nature's Hardangerfjord, Sognefjord and Geirangerfjord. This city has a wonderful mix of architectural styles that add to its 18th-century charm. And as birthplace of virtuoso violinist Ole Bull and pianist Edvard Grieg, Bergen is considered the cultural capital of Norway.

Country - Norway
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Kroner (NOK)

Places of Interest
Bergen Fish Markets, Hanseatic Merchant's Quarter, Cable Car to Ulriken

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

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

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

Grundarfjordur



Country
Distance from port to City
Distance to Airport
Currency

Places of Interest

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

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 

 

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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 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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