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    Canary Islands & West Africa

    Flagship Golf package applies to this cruise.

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    Date Arrive Depart Destination
    October 2010
    Fri 29 Late PM Southampton
    November 2010
    Tue 02 Early AM Late Night Casablanca
    Thu 04 Early PM Late Night Las Palmas, Gran Canaria
    Fri 05 Early AM Late Night Sta Cruz de Tenerife
    Sat 06 Early AM Late Night San Sebastian, La Gomera
    Sun 07 Early AM Early PM Santa Cruz, La Palma
    Mon 08 Early AM Late PM Funchal, Madeira
    Fri 12 Early AM Southampton
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    Prices shown are per person, based on standard twin adult occupancy.

    Grade Cabin Availability Prices From
    OW Owner's Suite Call for Latest Status £4,411
    JB Single Balcony Suite Call for Latest Status £3,251
    PS Premier Suite Limited £3,221
    MS Marquee Suite Call for Latest Status £2,781
    J Superior Single Cabin Limited £2,651
    SS Superior Suite Limited £2,481
    BS Balcony Suite Call for Latest Status £2,231
    L Single Outside Cabin Call for Latest Status £2,181
    K Single Outside Cabin Call for Latest Status £2,091
    MO Single Outside Cabin Call for Latest Status £2,031
    DS Deluxe Suite Call for Latest Status £2,011
    JS Junior Suite Call for Latest Status £1,829
    BC Balcony Cabin Limited £1,701
    N Inside Single Cabin Call for Latest Status £1,679
    A Superior Outside Cabin Call for Latest Status £1,621
    BD Superior Adapted Outside Cabin Call for Latest Status £1,511
    B Superior Outside Cabin Good £1,511
    C Superior Outside Cabin Limited £1,469
    D Outside Cabin Good £1,321
    E Outside Cabin Good £1,261
    F Outside Cabin Call for Latest Status £1,199
    H Inside Cabin Limited £1,061
    SOS LSAV - Superior Outside Good £1,041
    I Inside Cabin Call for Latest Status £999
    LOU LSAV - Outside Upper Good £941
    LOL LSAV - Outside Lower Good £891
    IS LSAV - Inside Cabin Limited £841
    • Marrakech
    • Casablanca, Morocco
    • CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

      The name Marrakech itself conjures up visions of colourful markets bustling with people, fortune-tellers, street acrobats and peddlers.

    • Casablanca City Tour
    • Casablanca, Morocco
    • CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

      Departing the ship, we first drive to the colourful central market, before continuing to Mohammed V Square, the heart of the modern city, where all of the city’s thoroughfares meet.

    • Rabat
    • Casablanca, Morocco
    • CASABLANCA, MOROCCO

      We begin our tour with a drive north to Rabat – one of the four imperial cities of Morocco, and the imperial capital, founded in the 12th century.
    • Maspalomas Beach Transfer
    • Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
    • LAS PALMAS, GRAN CANARIA

      The Maspalomas beach stretches 2,710 metres along the southernmost point of Gran Canaria. The oasis-like combination of palm trees, lagoon and wind-sculptured sand dunes beside the ocean creates the perfect place to swim and relax.


    • South Island Tour
    • Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
    • LAS PALMAS, GRAN CANARIA

      The Canary Islands are Europe’s winter place in the sun, and this tour offers us the opportunity to experience first hand some of the most popular resort areas on the south side of the island. As our coach departs Las Palmas, we can relax and enjoy the passing scenery on the way to our first stop, Maspalomas.


    • Garden Tour
    • Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
    • LAS PALMAS, GRAN CANARIA

      This tour allows us to discover the fauna of Gran Canaria. Approximately 43 percent of the territory here is protected and the flora of the Canary Islands is unique in the world, since many of these species, now extinct in their places of origin, survive here as living relics of earlier geological periods.

    • Palmitos Park
    • Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
    • LAS PALMAS, GRAN CANARIA

      The remarkable Palmitos Nature Park, set in a desert-like canyon a few miles from Maspalomas, should not be missed by anyone visiting Gran Canaria. Its wonderfully laid out forests, paths and ponds are home to an amazing collection of brilliantly-coloured tropical birds and plants.

    • TOUR A - ARUCAS & TEROR
    • Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Spain
    • LAS PALMAS, GRAN CANARIA

      Departing the quayside, we drive through the commercial area of Las Palmas, until we reach Teror, a town of wide streets and colonial mansions with traditional wooden balconies.

    • Loro Parque
    • Sta Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    • TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS

      Departing the harbour of Santa Cruz, we pass by the university town of La Laguna and cross one of the finest wine-growing areas on the island to reach Tacoronte and then El Sauzal on the western coast.

    • Pyramids of Guimar
    • Sta Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    • TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS

      From Santa Cruz, we will take a short drive in the direction of La Laguna in order to join the road to the Esperenza Forest. As we travel through the pine tree vegetation of the forest, we will catch tantalising glimpses of Mount Teide.

    • Las Canadas & Teide
    • Sta Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    • TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS

      Departing the quayside, we take a short drive in the direction of La Laguna in order to join the road to the Esperenza Forest, with its cool eucalyptus vegetation and tantalising glimpses of Mount Teide. Two photo stops will be made before we arrive at El Portillo, where we can enjoy a short coffee break.

    • Tenerife Gardens
    • Sta Cruz de Tenerife, Spain
    • TENERIFE, CANARY ISLANDS

      Departing the quayside, we drive by La Laguna, the second most important town of Tenerife, located in the centre of the Agurre Valley and just a few kilometres from the capital. As we continue westwards, we pass Tacoronte, one of the best growing areas on the island.

    • Gomera Landscape & Jardin Tecina
    • San Sebastian, La Gomera, Spain
    • LA GOMERA, CANARY ISLANDS

      This tour offers fantastic views of the Gomera Landscape, especially from the Jardin Tecina Hotel situated in the hillside above the cliffs.

    • Scenic Tour
    • San Sebastian, La Gomera, Spain
    • LA GOMERA, CANARY ISLANDS

      Enjoy a scenic tour of this beautiful island.


    • La Palma - South of the Island
    • Santa Cruz, La Palma, Spain
    • LA PALMA, CANARY ISLANDS

      Departing the quayside, we will cross over Santa Cruz de La Palma via Maritime Avenue, with its typically Canarian architecture. From here we will go to Las Nieves to visit the insular Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de Las Nieves, which gives shelter to various Flemish sculptures.

    • La Palma - North of the Island
    • Santa Cruz, La Palma, Spain
    • LA PALMA, CANARY ISLANDS

      Our tour will take us to the oldest part of the island and its lush vegetation. From Santa Cruz de La Palma, we will go to the viewpoint Mirador de San Bartolo de La Galga, situated right on the edge of two deep-cut gorges.


    • Caldera De Taburiente
    • Santa Cruz, La Palma, Spain
    • LA PALMA, CANARY ISLANDS

      This tour provides us with an introduction to this beautiful island, with visits to the insular Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora de Las Nieves and the famous National Park of Caldera de Taburiente.

    • Easy La Palma
    • Santa Cruz, La Palma, Spain
    • LA PALMA, CANARY ISLANDS

      This tour is designed for those of us who would like a panoramic view of La Palma, with limited walking involved.


    • Porto Moniz
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA

      After crossing Paul da Serra, we reach Porto Moniz – the most northwesterly point of the island and possibly the most spectacular – which is well known for its volcanic swimming pools.
    • Pico Do Aeeiro & Camacha
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA

      After viewing the 1917 Peace Monument, we then travel to Pico do Areeiro, the second highest peak on the island, at 1,810 metres (5,940 feet), with impressive gorges, deep valleys, grandiose mountains and imposing cliffs.

       

    • Cabo Girao
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA

      Our next point of call is Cabo Girão – the highest sea-cliff in Europe and the second highest in the world.


    • Jeep Safari of Central Madeira
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA 

      We will travel to Estreito de Camara de Lobos, Jardim da Serra which has a magnificent view of the Nun’s Valley and the famous resting place of Boca dos Namoradas – The Lovers Nest.
    • Do Casteljo Walking Tour
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA

      We will walk through the cultivated terraces along a flower lined levada which winds its way along the escarpment.

    • Eira Do Serrado & Afternoon Tea
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA

      Our next visit is to Eira do Serrado, where the viewpoint 1,094 metres (3,500 feet) high overlooks the valley of Curral das Freiras (the Nun’s Valley) – a settlement that grew after the 16th century, when Madeira was attacked by French pirates.
    • Funchal, Monte & Botanical Gardens
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA

      Enjoy one of the most beautiful collections of native plants from Macronesia, as well as other varieties from Cape Verde, the Azores and the Canary Islands.

    • Nun's Valley and Palheiro Gardens
    • Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
    • FUNCHAL, MADEIRA

      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.
    Black Watch

    Black Watch

    Relax and experience a cruise aboard the resplendent Black Watch

    Featuring a large number of cabins and suites with balconies, Black Watch can accommodate up to 804 passengers. Offering many traditional cruising features, its décor will undergo a major refurbishment of the public areas in December 2009; including a new casual dining area, which will replace the current Garden Cafe and become The Braemar Garden. New soft furnishings will also be added to the Neptune Lounge, Piper's Bar, Glentanar Restaurant and Observatory Lounge.

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