Leaving the pier, we drive through the city of Funchal for a brief sightseeing tour before continuing to Pico dos Barcelos. Here we can admire the breathtaking panoramic views over the city.

Our bicycle tour will offer us a fun way to explore the city of Funchal as we wind our way through the interesting streets.

Our tour takes us from the harbour in Funchal up into the mountains, along narrow, winding roads. As we climb higher up into the hills, we will pass pines, acacias and eucalyptus as we head to Terreiro da Luta.

Set within the magnificent Palheiro Estate and lying adjacent to the 5 * Madeira Island Hotel Casa Velha do Palheiro – the 18-hole, par 72 Championship golf course meanders through a pristine environment of maritime pine and botanical woodland embroidered with lush, sub-tropical vegetation.

Departing from the quayside in our landrover-style jeeps, our tour will take us inland to one of the most beautiful forest areas of the island, passing through typical streets, which are mainly used to transport agricultural goods that supply the population living in these rural areas.

Henry the Navigator of Portugal, at the beginning of the 15th century, planned to extend his knowledge of the coast of West Africa. In pursuit of this objective, two young sea captains, Joãn Goncalves Zarco and Tristão Vaz Teixaira, were blown off course on their journey around the African coast. After many days at sea they found land on a small island that they called Porto Santo; the year was 1419. It was a year later that the next discovery was made. The captains had reported a possible island on the southern horizon. Approaching the island they were met by huge Atlantic rollers breaking along the north coast, and the boiling turbulence of the crosscurrents at the Ponto São Lourenço. However on rounding the headland they discovered the Bay of Machico, and the heavily forested island they called Madeira.

The currency of Madeira is the Euro.

Departing from the quayside we will have a short transfer to the cable car station. On a clear day we will have magnificent views of the madeiran landscape as we travel by cable car to the Monte Tropical gardens!

This tour allows us to discover the natural beauty of the island. We begin from Vale Paraiso, where we will walk along the levada – a traditional manmade irrigation system ideal for walkers.

Departing the pier by coach, we shall travel by highway to the village of Machico, the most historical and interesting town on the island! Machico was the landing point of the first discoverers of Madeira, and as such we will discover some beautiful old buildings including the oldest church on the island.

We begin our tour with a drive towards Pico dos Barcelos, from where we can see distant Funchal and its surrounding villages scattered over the green slopes.

Departing from the pier we shall travel to the belvedere of Eira do Serrado, where we will be invited to gaze upon the Curral das Freiras Valley (Nun’s Valley). It is located within a deep valley which has one of the island’s most spectacular landscapes, where dizzying views will take our breath away.

Departing from the pier, we begin our drive towards Pico da Torre, a viewpoint over the small fishing village of Câmara de Lobos. We shall make a brief photo stop at the viewpoint before continuing.

Recognised as a truly unique tour, the St Maarten Americas Cup 12-Metre Yacht regatta offers us a fantastic opportunity!

Departing from Philipsburg, we will travel along the Great Salt Pond and through Sucker Garden where we shall pass by the monument that marks the Dutch/French border. Our coach will then continue on through the French Quartier D’Orleans, before arriving at the butterfly farm.

The Golden Eagle will anchor off a white sandy beach located on the calm side of the island. We may swim in the quiet cove, snorkel in the crystal-clear waters to explore coral formations teeming with fish, or bob around on a large beach float.

We will depart the quayside by coach on a tour that will explore this island ruled by two nations; by the Dutch to the south and the French to the north.

Our tour today will take us to a charming beach bar and restaurant located on the delightful Orient Beach – locals critically acclaim this area as the ‘French Riviera of the Caribbean’, with more than one and a half miles of white sand, fringed by coconut palms and sea grape trees.

This tiny island – less than 100 sq km – was divided between the Dutch and French in the 1600’s, as a bastion against the Spanish. The division was supposedly made by someone from each country walking around the coastline in opposite directions until they met up again. Two historic forts were built around this time: Fort Amsterdam, built in 1631, was soon captured by the Spanish, who abandoned it a few years later. Some of the original walls remain, and the site gives views over Philipsburg. Fort Willem, built by the British during the Napoleonic War, also offers a panoramic view over the town.

For reference, the currency of St Maarten is the Euro, although US Dollars are widely accepted

An approximate 35 minute coach journey will take us away from the hustle and bustle of modern life to experience the tranquillity of Loterie Farm, a private nature reserve and historical site.

Please note that the tour transport used in the Caribbean normally consists of coasters (similar to small mini buses), which do not have suitable storage space to accommodate wheelchairs, therefore unfortunately our tours are not considered suitable for wheelchair users.

Boarding a catamaran from the marina in Road Town, we commence an exhilarating cruise across the Sir Francis Drake Channel, retracing the paths of adventurers such as Drake, Columbus and Kidd on this historic waterway.

The port’s name is derived from the nautical term the roads, a place less sheltered than a harbour but which ships can easily get to. A 28 hectare (70 acre) development called Wickham's Cay, consisting of two areas that were reclaimed from the sea and a marina have enabled Road Town to emerge as a haven for yacht chartering and a centre of tourism. This area is the newest part of the city and the hub for the new commercial and administrative buildings of the BVI. The oldest building in Road Town, the HM Prison on Main Street, dates back to the 1840’s.

The Currency of Tortola is the US Dollar.

An experience of a lifetime awaits those of us choosing to participate in this incredible activity!

After travelling by open-air safari bus through Tortola’s bustling capital of Road Town, we ascend Fort Hill to scenic Belle Vue.

A wonderful opportunity to get up-close to a friendly dolphin!

Our launch will be awaiting our arrival at a local marina, before taking us on an exciting cruise amongst the beautiful islands of this unique archipelago.

We shall have a short journey to Tortola’s airport where we will board our awaiting sightseeing plane for our ‘birds eye view’ of the beautiful British Virgin Islands.

Please note that the tour transport used in the Caribbean normally consists of coasters (similar to small mini buses), which do not have suitable storage space to accommodate wheelchairs, therefore unfortunately our tours are not considered suitable for wheelchair users.

We will be invited to enjoy an exciting tour in a safari jeep, along island roads and off-road virgin trails! We’ll be invited to enjoy wonderful vistas of Tortola and the surrounding islands from viewpoints not usually accessed by the general public.

From Road Harbour, an excursion launch picks us up and takes us on an approximate 40-minute cruise along the Sir Francis Drake Channel to Spanish Town, Virgin Gorda.

Cuba is a cigar enthusiast’s paradise! We will also learn about the history of rum and enjoy a taster for ourselves.

Departing from the quayside, we shall proceed to Sierra del Rosario Reserve, Cuba’s first UNESCO sanctioned biosphere reserve and the country’s main centre for Eco-tourism.

Our tour today will allow us to have an insight into Ernest Hemingway’s Cuban home.

Old Havana, the original walled nucleus of the city, was declared ‘Heritage of Mankind’ by UNESCO in 1982.

Please note that the tour transport used in the Caribbean normally consists of coasters (similar to small mini buses), which do not have suitable storage space to accommodate wheelchairs, therefore unfortunately our tours are not considered suitable for wheelchair users.

Get ready to discover the enchantments of Havana whilst daring to challenge the barriers of time in a collection of cars from the 1950’s!

The internationally acclaimed Tropicana is the biggest nightclub in Havana with the main attraction being the show.

San Salvador is located at the foot of the San Salvador Volcano in El Salvador’s Valle de las Hamazas – the Valley of the Hammocks. Though the city of San Salvador was founded back in 1525, the majority of San Salvador's historic buildings have collapsed over the years due to earthquakes.

Upon our arrival at the city, we will have a guided tour of the impressive theatre and the Cathedral before stopping for lunch in a local restaurant.

The ruins of Tazumal are considered the most important and best preserved in El Salvador. The artefacts found here provide evidence of ancient and active trade between Tazumal and places as far away as Panama and Mexico.

Under the command of Hernan Cortés, Spanish conquistador Pedro de Alvarado, who had conquered Mexico and Guatemala, travelled to Acajutla, here he met heavy resistance, but eventually defeated the indigenous people in 1524 and conquered all of present-day El Salvador at the Battle of Acajutla.

Following the independence of El Salvador in 1838, the economy of the nation became increasingly dependent upon the export of coffee. The 1855 completion of the Panama Railway across the Isthmus of Panama further added to the activity at the port of Acajutla. Today, Acajutla is El Salvador’s principal seaport from which a large proportion of the nation’s coffee and sugar are shipped.

The Currency of El Salvador is the US Dollar.

Take in the history and culture of Acapulco while enjoying a performance of the world-famous cliff divers.

Travelling to the Marquesas will be a discovery of secluded islands with very limited facilities. Tours run using locals’ vehicles and with drivers speaking very limited English. The guides may not be certified: their English and knowledge may be very basic. Our tours are mainly sightseeing tours with one guide every 10-15 (subject to availability). Cars may not come with air-conditioning. Seating is usually four passengers per vehicle.

The official currency of Nuka Hiva is the Pacific Franc, however US Dollars and Euros are also accepted in tourist areas.

Departing from the pier in a four-wheeled drive vehicle we will use the steep trail through the lush vegetation of the interior of the island to reach Taipivai Valley.

Departing Papeete, our tour will take us along the west coast of Tahiti. At La Pointe des Pecheurs (Fishermen’s Point), we stop to visit the Museum of Tahiti and Her Islands, which displays not only a number of archaeological finds, but will help us to gain an impression of the island’s geology, its flora and fauna, and to learn about the culture and customs of ancient and modern Tahiti.

Our boat tour today will take us on the blue waters of Tahiti!

Please note that roads in Tahiti may appear to us, as rather basic. The traffic in the small but busy city of Papeete can be heavy.

French and Tahitian are the official languages, however, English is widely understood.

We advise passengers on tour to take insect repellent with them.

The official currency of Tahiti is the French Pacific Franc, although US Dollars may be accepted (not Sterling).

Our adventurous tour will take us ‘off the beaten track’, into Tahiti’s lush vegetation. Travelling in four-wheel drive vehicles, we will journey towards the East Coast, making our way to the Papeeno Valley.

Leaving Papeete, we head towards the East Coast. We will pass the Tahara’s point and continue to the Arahoho Blowhole where we shall witness (conditions permitting) the ocean spurting dramatically out from underneath the coastal road.

Approximately 30 kilometres (18.6 miles) from downtown Auckland, is the city’s largest regional park, the Waitakere Ranges. In the midst of this beautiful rainforest park is the Arataki Centre, which affords spectacular views of both coasts and where some magnificent Maori carvings may also be seen.

The Opera House is situated on Bennelong Point and reaches out to the harbour. Described as the eighth wonder of the modern world, it is certainly one of the most recognisable images, along with the Eiffel Tower and the Empire State Building – and one of the most photographed.
 

We are in for the thrill of a lifetime as we enjoy the experience and romance of a water-based flight!

The original site of Sydney is a place highly valued by the oldest civilisation in the world! For at least 50,000 years, its Aboriginal people fished the waters of its sheltered harbour, and speared the plentiful supply of animals that inhabited its heavily-wooded shores.

The Australian sun can be very hot – it is recommended to wear sunscreen and a hat and carry water at all times.

The official currency in Sydney is the Australian Dollar.
 

Meet and journey with Chris Darwin in the footsteps of his great-great grandfather Charles through the Blue Mountains exploring the wildlife and landscapes that inspired his theories.
 

Experience the exhilaration of climbing to the top of the Sydney Harbour Bridge!

Our evening will begin with a coach transfer to the Opera House. Located in A-Reserve seats in the theatre, we will then relax for a dazzling performance of The Marriage of Figaro by talented professionals in this unparalleled performing arts venue.

(THE MARRIAGE OF FIGARO) - TUESDAY 6th MARCH 2012

Our evening will begin with a coach transfer to the Opera House. Located in A-Reserve seats in the theatre, we will then relax for a dazzling performance of Turandot by talented professionals in this unparalleled performing arts venue.

A NIGHT AT THE OPERA (TURANDOT) - WEDNESDAY 7TH MARCH 2012

Our day will begin with a visit to Featherdale Wildlife Park, which houses a great variety of wildlife, including kangaroos, koalas, wallabies, Australian reptiles, Tasmanian devils, wombats and various species of Australian birds. We can enter enclosures for face to face, touch to touch meetings with friendly kangaroos and cuddly koalas – we can even have our photograph taken standing next to a koala (optional, at extra cost).

Joining our coach we will drive west through Sydney to the renowned Featherdale Wildlife Park, one of Australia’s largest private collections of Australian native animals and bird life. Operating since 1972, Featherdale has more than 2200 animals from over 230 species.

Leaving our ship, we will take a short walk to board our luxury vessel for an approximate two and a half hour leisurely dinner cruise around this stunning harbour. We will enjoy a seven course menu set to the brilliant backdrop of Sydney by night.

Discover the grace and magic of Sydney Harbour, a stunning and unique destination. A cruise on the harbour is a must for all visitors to Sydney, and provides magnificent views of waterfront homes, secluded bays and beautiful beaches.

This is an exclusive journey of Australian Discovery and is perfect for visitors who are interested in Australian animals and their environment. This special tour has been designed to encourage interaction between visitors and Australian animals.

THIS IS AN EXCLUSIVE TOUR WITH LIMITED NUMBERS - PRE BOOKING IS RECOMMENDED

We shall climb aboard our 4-wheel drive vehicle for an unforgettable journey through the dramatic landscapes of the Gold Coast Hinterland.

This is no doubt one of the most relaxing ways to enjoy the city of Brisbane as we travel down the meandering Brisbane River on a marvellous wooden Mississippi-style paddle wheeler.

Today we board our coach and head for the Sunshine Coast to spend a thrilling time at Australia Zoo – home of the family of the late ‘Crocodile Hunter’ Steve Irwin. Here we will see some of Australia’s most unique and amazing wildlife, as well as some interesting animals from around the world, including freshwater and saltwater crocodiles, kangaroos, dingoes and snakes.

Our tour invites us to experience the life of the “Rich and Famous” of the Gold Coast and spend our day at Surfers Paradise, voted one of the best beaches in the world!

A stop will be made at the Mt Coot tha Look Out, this location is ideal for photos offering us stunning views of the Great Dividing Range, Brisbane City and Moreton Bay with its small islands to the east, and the Glasshouse Mountains and D’Agilar Range to the west.

Enjoying a semi-tropical climate, this lovely city is lushly landscaped with jacarandas, flame trees, bougainvilleas and numerous other flowers and shrubs. Our tour will take us past the Parliament House, the Treasury Building, the Old Customs House, the Cultural Centre, the magnificent Botanical Gardens and many other historical and landmark sites.

From Brisbane we will take a drive south and the inland to the Mount Tamborine volcanic plateau, home to rain forest, waterfalls, wineries and orchards. After our sojourn here, we will descend the mountains, travelling through Oxenford, to the Gold Coast, famed for its many resorts, fine shops and dazzling beaches.

For reference, the distance from where we shall dock into the city is approximately 10 kilometres (6 miles).

The official currency of Brisbane is the Australian Dollar.

Visit the world’s largest koala sanctuary and discover Brisbane – ‘The City of Sun Days’. Our tour today will explore this rapidly growing city built along the winding picturesque Brisbane River.

Jurong Bird Park is a 20-hectare, open concept park, which is the largest Bird Park in the Aisa Pacific region. We will be fascinated by its collection of more than 8,000 birds from over 600 species. It is thought to be amongst the largest collection of its kind in the world.

For reference, the distance into the city from our berth is approximately 10 kilometres (6 miles). There is a walk of approximately 10 minutes from our ship in order to reach our tour transport. This is only applicable if the Black Watch is berthed at the Singapore Cruise Terminal.

The official currency of Singapore is the Singapore Dollar, although US Dollars may be accepted.

This tour showcases the contrast between the old and new, and the blend of East and West.

On this tour we will be able to discover Singapore on top of Asia’s most iconic architectural and engineering marvel – the Singapore Flyer.

We will board a bumboat, for a ride down the Singapore River through a night of glittering buildings, both historical and modern.

Our tour commences with a visit to Arab Street, which showcases the rich cultural heritage of the Malays and relives life in a kampong (small settlement) in the 50s and 60s.