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Seven Seas Mariner
Pharaohs & Kings
Luxor to Barcelona

Ship: Seven Seas Mariner
Cruise Line: Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Departures: 
Duration: 16 Nights
Ports: Luxor, Safaga, Petra, Aqaba, Sharm-el-Sheikh, Suez, Alexandria, Ashdod, Jerusalem, Haifa, Limassol, Rhodes, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Heraklion, Crete, Valletta, Malta, Tunis, La Goulette, Barcelona
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Cairo
Airport gateway (Departure) : Barcelona

Itinerary

Date Destination Arrive Depart
24/05/2012 Luxor (Safaga), Egypt   7.00pm
25/05/2012 Petra (Aqaba), Jordan 7.00am 8.00pm
26/05/2012 Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt 7.00am 3.00pm
27/05/2012 Suez Canal, International Waters    
28/05/2012 Alexandria, Egypt 6.00am 5.00pm
29/05/2012 Tel Aviv (Ashdod), Israel 10.00am  
30/05/2012 Tel Aviv (Ashdod), Israel   11.00pm
31/05/2012 Jerusalem (Haifa), Israel 7.00am 10.00pm
01/06/2012 Limassol, Cyprus 8.00am 5.00pm
02/06/2012 Rhodes, Greece 10.00am 7.00pm
03/06/2012 Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey 8.00am 6.00pm
04/06/2012 Heraklion, Crete 8.00am 6.00pm
05/06/2012 Cruise the Mediterranean Sea, International Waters    
06/06/2012 Valletta, Malta 8.00am 6.00pm
07/06/2012 Tunis (La Goulette), Tunisia 9.00am 7.00pm
08/06/2012 Cruise the Mediterranean Sea, International Waters    
09/06/2012 Barcelona, Spain 7.00am  

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

 

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Ports

Safaga

Safaga was for many years a merchant port – now the town, with its wide azure bay, long sandy beaches and pretty islands, is a favourite sports destination in the Red Sea Riviera. Safaga is especially popular among windsurfers, and was the host of the 1993 Red Sea World Windsurfing Championships.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 50kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
Windsurfing in Safaga Bay

Aqaba

The waterway to the Red Sea - the commercial sea port of Aqaba (Al 'Aqabah) is the only outlet to the Hashimate Kingdom of Jordan, and is situated at the top of the Gulf of Aqaba. Aqaba brings a refreshing release from the rose-coloured desert to the North.

Country - Jordan
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Jordanian dinar (JOD)

Places of Interest
Aqaba Fort

Sharm-el-Sheikh

With its unique location, in the Sinai Peninsula of Egypt is considered the strategic passageway, the meeting point between Asia and Africa, and the cradle of great civilizations. With its diverse features of environment that combine together history, tourism, industry and agriculture, it has become a main attraction for tourists, travelers and businessmen.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance to Airport - 1.5kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
Coral Reef, Ras Mohammed National Park, Mount Moses

Alexandria

Named after its founder, Alexander the Great, Alexandria stands as Egypt's largest port, and second-largest city. It is the port of exploration of Cairo and the ancient sites of Giza (pyramids), Memphis and Sakkara. Here, a Mediterranean feel mixes with centuries of history and folklore to create a unique mix of Egypt old and new.

Country - Egypt
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Egyptian Pound (EGP)

Places of Interest
Bibliotheca Alexandrina, Roman Amphitheatre, Greco-Roman Museum

Jerusalem

Located in the Judean Mountains, between the Mediterranean Sea and the northern tip of the Dead Sea, the city has a history that goes back as far as the 4th millennium BCE, making it one of the oldest cities in the world. Modern Jerusalem has grown up around the Old City, with its civic and cultural hub extending westward toward Israel's urban center in Gush Dan. The city is divided into two parts: old and new. Whether you want a modern city experience in Israel's largest city, or whether you want to indulge in one of the holiest, and spectacular cities in the world, the choice is yours.

Haifa

From this port on the slopes of Mt. Carmel travel to Nazareth, home of the young Jesus. And visit the land of miracles--Galilee, the Jordan River, the Mount of the Beautitudes and Tabgha.

Country - Israel
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Israeli Sheqel (NIS)

Places of Interest
Cave of Elijah, Stella Maris, Bahai World Centre

Limassol

On the island's south coast, Limassol is very much in the Greek sector of Cyprus. Nearby crusaders' castles, Greco-Roman ruins, olive groves and vineyards all speak to a lifestyle that is intrinsically Hellenic, and wizened lacemakers weave the traditions of their ancestors into their detailed work.

Country - Cyprus
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 60kms
Currency - Cypriot Pound (CYP)

Places of Interest
Temple of Apollo, Omodos Village, Aphrodite's Rock

Rhodes

Known as the sun island there are hardly any days when the sun does not shine. The third largest Greek Island, Rhodes today offers its visitor an abundance of year round leisure activities. The warm hospitality of the islanders, the natural beauty of the island and the monuments from her long and turbulent history are not to be missed.

Country - Greece (Rhodes)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 16kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Mandraki Harbour, Mt. Philerimos, Acropolis of Lindos

Kusadasi

Meander through the ruins of ancient Ephesus, now known as Kusadasi. Marvel at the famed Library of Celsus, the huge amphitheater, the marble roads with their chariot marks, the amazing mosaic sidewalks and the superb, rarely opened Terrace Houses. Or, journey to three monumental cities of antiquity – Priene, Miletus and Didyma, renowned for their majestic temples and impressive, beautifully preserved stadiums.

Country - Turkey
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 75kms
Currency - Turkish Liyra (YTL)

Places of Interest
Ephesus, St John's Basilica, The Bazaar

Heraklion

Located between the prefecture of Rethymno and the one of Lassithi, the city Heraklion is full of wonderful beaches, interesting archaeological sites, amazing landscapes, picturesque villages and impressive gorges. Highlights include the Great Minoan ruins of the Palace of Knossos and the Lassithi Plateau with its orchids, 7,000 windmills and ancient villages

Country - Greece (Crete)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 5kms
Currency - Australian Dollars (AUD)

Places of Interest
Venezian Castle, Museum of Natural History, Lions Square

Valletta

Strategically located on Mount Sceberras overlooking the Grand and Marsamxett harbours is Valletta, the capital of Malta and an icon of baroque architecture. It is a city steeped in history, culture and religion with elaborate fortifications, palaces, museums and churches. Amongst the notable highlights are the Grand Co-Cathedral of St. John, the monastoic church of the knights of St. John, the Grand Master's Palace, Mdina, the famed walled city, war and archeological museums.

Country -  Malta
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Maltese Liyra (MTL)

Places of Interest
Hager Qim, Mnajdra, Mellieha

Malta

The fortifications at Malta’s Grand Harbour speak volumes about her past, indeed her reputation for valour during the Second World war earned her the George Cross and there aren’t too many islands you can say that of! Mosta and Mdina (the silent city) will vie for your attention if you want to go wandering.  

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

Places of Interest
Grand Harbour Fortifications

Tunis

Tunis is the capital of the Tunisian Republic and situated on a large Mediterranean gulf, (the Gulf of Tunis), behind the Lake of Tunis and the port of La Goulette (Halq al Wadi), the city extends along the coastal plain and the hills that surround it. The medina is found at the centre of the city: a dense agglomeration of alleys and covered passages, full of intense scents and colours, boisterous and active trade, a surfeit of goods on offer ranging from leather to plastic, tin to the finest filigree, tourist souvenirs to the works of tiny crafts-shops.

Country - Tunisia
Distance from port to City -
Distance to Airport -
Currency -  Tunisian Dinar (TND)

Places of Interest

The Medina, Bardo Museum, St. Louis Cathedral, Sea Gate

La Goulette

Stroll Tunis' spirited medina where close-packed souks offer silver, perfumes, spices, carpets and other treasures at fire sale prices. Sharpen your haggling skills here—it's anticipated! At the edge of the Sahara, the Phoenician city at Carthage now lies in windswept ruins, but once was the glorious rival of Rome.

Country - Tunisia
Distance from port to City - 30kms
Distance from port to Airport - 44kms
Currency - Tunisian Dina (TND)

Places of Interest
Bardo Museum, Sidi Bou Said, Utica's Roman Ruins

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

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Regent Seven Seas Cruises

Regent Seven Seas Cruises

The ships of Regent Seven Seas Cruises offer voyages of exploration and discovery to over 300 ports. Our luxury vessels are designed for guests numbering in the hundreds rather than the thousands. The ambiance on board is personal, individual, accommodating - "upscale but not uptight." And all ships share certain distinctions in accommodations, service, dining and amenities that elevate them to the lofty vantage point of our enviable six stars. With the 2003 debut of the new all-suite, all-balcony Seven Seas Voyager, Regent Seven Seas Cruises' fleet of six-star ships also includes the Seven Seas Mariner and the Seven Seas Navigator.

Our Commitment
At Regent Seven Seas Cruises, it is our objective to provide an ultra-luxury cruise experience that also represents true value. In keeping with this philosophy, our voyages feature many enhancements, benefits or special events on a complimentary basis or at a minimal cost.

Seven Seas Signature Initiative
The first phase of the Seven Seas Signature programme, completed in 2010, featured a $100 million enhancement of all three vessels. Almost every area of the ships was refurbished. The updates resulted in a new look that is fresh, elegant and luxurious. The lauded Free Luxury Hotel package was also introduced in connection with every cruise. Exclusive Suite Slumber Beds were added to all suites in addition to L'Occitane bath amenities; Hermes amenities are featured in Penthouse suites and higher.

FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions
Regent Seven Seas Cruises offers FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions on each and every voyage beginning in 2010. Receive access to complimentary, award-winning shore excursions during your voyage, in addition to the all-inclusive cruise experience you have come to expect from the World's Best Cruise Line, Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

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Ship info

Seven Seas Mariner

Seven Seas Mariner is the world's first all-suite, all-balcony ship, as well as the first to offer dining by the famed Le Cordon Bleu® of Paris in Signatures, one of four single, open-seating restaurants. Catering to only 700 guests, she is one of the most spacious cruise ships afloat, and, her staff to guest ratio of 1 to 1.6 provides the highest level of personal service in the six-star tradition of Regent Seven Seas Cruises.
 


Dining

  • Compass Rose Restaurant
  • Signatures Restaurant
  • Prime 7
  • Coffee Connection
  • Pool Grill
  • La Veranda

Entertainment

  • Constellation Theatre and Showroom
  • Casino
  • Stars Nightclub
  • Connoisseur Club

Onboard Activities

  • Pool
  • 2 jacuzzis
  • Brige classes
  • Cooking classes
  • Computer classes
  • Canyon Ranch Spa Services
  • Tennis court
  • Fitness centre
  • Aerobics room
  • Beauty salon
  • Art auctions
  • Library
  • Photo shop
  • 5-17-year old program
  • TV/phone/Internet
  • Duty free

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage
 
  48,075 tonnes
Star Rating
 
  5 Star
Size/Style of Ship   Mid-Size/Luxury/Premium
Entered Service   Mar 2001 (refurbished 2010)
 
Registry   Bahamas
 
Former Name   N/A
Length   217 metres
 
Beam   29 metres
 
Draft   7 metres
Propulsion/Propellers   diesel-electric pods (8.5MW)/2
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots)   20
 
Passenger Capacity (twin)
 
  708
Crew   445
Nationality of Officers   European
Nationality of Crew   International
Total Cabins   354
Total Inside cabins   0
Total Outside cabins   354
Cabin/Suites with Balcony   354
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins   6
Passenger Decks   9
Cabin Electricity
 
  110v
 
Elevators   6
Self-Service Laundry
 
  Yes
 
Onboard Currency (subject to change)   US Dollar

 

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