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Saga Sapphire
19 Nights Christmas in the Canary Islands
Southampton Return

Ship: Saga Sapphire
Cruise Line: Saga Cruises
Departures:  18 December 2012
Duration: 19 Nights
Ports: Southampton, Lisbon, Casablanca, Agadir, Arrecife, Lanzarote, Tenerife, Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, San Sebastian, La Gomera, Santa Cruz, La Palma, Funchal, Madeira, El Ferrol, London, Southampton
Airport gateway (Arrival) : London
Airport gateway (Departure) : London

Itinerary

Date

Port

Arrive

Depart

18 Dec 2012

Southampton, UK

 

1700

19-20 Dec 2012

At Sea

 

 

21 Dec 2012

Lisbon, Portugal

0800

1700

22 Dec 2012

At Sea

 

 

23 Dec 2012

Casablanca, Morocco

0800

1700

24 Dec 2012

Agadir, Morocco

1300

2300

25 Dec 2012

At Sea

 

 

26 Dec 2012

Arrecife, Lanzarote

0800

1800

27 Dec 2012

Las Palmas, Gran Canaria

0800

2300

28 Dec 2012

Santa Cruz, Tenerife

0800

2300

29 Dec 2012

San Sebastian, La Gomera

0800

2300

30 Dec 2012

Santa Cruz, La Palma

0800

1800

31 Dec 2012

At Sea

 

 

1 Jan 2012

Funchal, Madeira

0200

1700

2-3 Jan 2012

At Sea

 

 

4 Jan 2012

El Ferrol (Santiago de Compostela), Spain

0800

1700

5 Jan 2012

At Sea

 

 

6 Jan 2012

Southampton, UK

0800

 

* 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 up until 21 June 2012, 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 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$4895---------------Book or Enquire
Category T - Standard Inside---$3593------------Book or Enquire
Category S - Standard Inside---$3948------------Book or Enquire
Category R - Standard Inside---$4339------------Book or Enquire
Category Q - Standard Inside---$4719------------Book or Enquire
Category PS - Single Standard Outside$7140---------------Book or Enquire
Category P - Standard Inside---$4719------------Book or Enquire
Category N - Standard Outside---$5082------------Book or Enquire
Category M - Standard Outside---$5082------------Book or Enquire
Category L - Standard Outside---$5082------------Book or Enquire
Category K - Standard Outside---$5462------------Book or Enquire
Category J - Standard Outside---$5839------------Book or Enquire
Category I - Superior French Balcony---$6973------------Book or Enquire
Category H - Standard Outside---$6973------------Book or Enquire
Category G - Standard Outside---$7730------------Book or Enquire
Category FS - Single Suite with Balcony$13110---------------Book or Enquire
Category F - Superior with Balcony---$8664------------Book or Enquire
Category E - Junior Suite---$8664------------Book or Enquire
Category D - Suite with Balcony---$9610------------Book or Enquire
Category C - Owners Suite with Balcony---$10555------------Book or Enquire
Category B - Royal Suite with Balcony---$11110------------Book or Enquire
Category A - Grand Suite with Terrace---$11691------------Book or Enquire
 

Ports

Southampton

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

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

Casablanca

Casablanca is a modern city with beaches bordering the Atlantic and broad, tree-lined avenues. The city is also your gateway to Morocco's interior and the exotic "Imperial Cities" of Rabat and Marrakech. Stroll through the narrow streets of the old medina and visit the spice market. Admire the stunning and enormous Hassan II Mosque built beside the sea. Or journey inland to Rabat and Meknes, two fascinating old cities of kasbahs, souks and Moroccan tradition.

Country - Morroco
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 30kms
Currency - Moroccan Dirham (MAD)

Places of Interest
Medina, Hassan II Mosque, Rabat

Agadir

Agadir is a thriving commercial center that blends Muslim culture and Western architecture. It's also a world-renowned seaside resort with miles of stunning beaches lined with graceful mimosa trees and colorful bazaars. Rebuilt after a devastating earthquake, the new city features wide boulevards, modern buildings and peaceful parks. Shop for souvenirs made by local artisans or simply spend the afternoon relaxing on the shores of its endless beaches.

Country - Morocco
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - Morocco Dirham (MAD)

Places of Interest
Kasbah, Inezgane

Gran Canaria



Country -  Canary Islands
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms
Currency -

Places of Interest

Santa Cruz

Tenerife is probably one of the last European paradise isles. It offers lush forests, exotic fauna and flora, deserts, mountains, volcanos, sometimes snow, incredibly beautiful coastlines and spectacular beaches.

Country - Canary Islands
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distancefrom Port to Airport - 11kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Pyramids of Guimar, Teide National Park, Loro Park Zoo, Beaches, Anaga Mountains

La Palma

Canary Island La Palma is called ‘the fair isle' because of its fabulous landscape and you will soon see why.Santa Cruz is one of the prettiest harbours among the islands and is easily explored on foot.

A short stroll along the Avenida Maritime promenade will take you to the lovely old quarter around Plaza de Espana, which has a 16th century fountain and town hall, a magnificent Renaissance church and a handicrafts market where you can pick up distinctive pottery and snack on local delicacies.

The island’s most spectacular volcanic crater, Caldera de Taburiente, is crammed with rare animal and plant life and has been designated a national park, while its night skies are so clear that a major astrophysical observatory has been built at Roque de los Muchachos. For visitors in search of a memorable day, this island really delivers.

Country - Canary Islands
Distance from port to City - N/A
Distance to Airport - N/A
Currency -

Places of Interest
The volcanic crater Caldera de Taburiente

Funchal

The town and port of Funchal is the main town of the island of Madeira. The port is architecturally pleasing with the added attraction of its decorative paved streets. Visitors to the island are usually smitten by the impressive rugged beauty of its peaks in comparision to the lush semi-tropical vegetation around the coastline

Country - Portugal
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distancefrom Port  to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Adegas de Sao Francisco wine makers, Convent de Santa Clara, Botanic Gardens

Madeira

Known for its sunny year-round climate, luxury resorts, and Madeira wine, this lush, mountainous archipelago includes the two inhabited islands of Madeira and Porto Santo, which lie approximately 540 miles southwest of Lisbon.

Country - Portugal
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 14kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Funchal, Madeira Wine Museum

El Ferrol

Latitude 43.29N, Longitude 8.14W

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

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 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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