A Valentine’s Day love affair with a difference begins as Balmoral sets sail on a three month epic adventure that literally embraces the entire globe.
| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
|---|---|---|---|
| February 2009 | |||
| Sat 14 | 07:30 | 20:00 | Dover |
| Tue 17 | 09:00 | 18:00 | Lisbon |
| Sat 21 | 07:00 | 18:00 | Valletta |
| Tue 24 to Wed 25 | 07:00 | 20:00 | Port Said |
| Thu 26 | 01:00 | 16:00 | Suez Canal TRANSIT |
| Fri 27 to Sat 28 | 10:30 | 17:00 | Aqaba |
| March 2009 | |||
| Thu 05 | 08:00 | 14:00 | Salalah |
| Sun 08 | 09:00 | 18:00 | Mumbai |
| Mon 09 | 10:00 | 23:00 | Goa |
| Wed 11 | 08:00 | 13:00 | |
| Sun 15 | 08:30 | 14:00 | Georgetown, Penang |
| Mon 16 to Tue 17 | 12:00 | 22:00 | Singapore |
| Thu 19 | 11:00 | 23:00 | Ho Chi Minh City |
| Sun 22 | 09:00 | 23:00 | Hong Kong |
| Wed 25 to Thu 26 | 09:00 | 14:00 | Shanghai |
| Sat 28 to Sun 29 | 10:30 | 23:00 | Tianjin |
| Tue 31 to Wed 01 | 09:00 | 23:00 | Incheon (Seoul) |
| April 2009 | |||
| Sat 04 | 07:00 | 17:00 | Kagoshima |
| Mon 06 to Tue 07 | 08:00 | 23:00 | Yokohama |
| Sun 12 | 08:00 | 15:00 | |
| Mon 13 | 15:00 | 15:00 | International Date Line |
| Mon 13 to Wed 15 | 15:05 | 00:00 | Cruise Aleutian Islands, Alaska |
| Thu 16 to Fri 17 | 17:30 | 18:00 | Seward |
| Sat 18 | 07:00 | 12:00 | Cruise College Fjord, Alaska |
| Sun 19 | 10:00 | 13:00 | Cruise Hubbard Glacier, Alaska |
| Mon 20 | 09:00 | 23:00 | Skagway |
| Wed 22 | 07:00 | 14:00 | Ketchikan |
| Fri 24 to Sat 25 | 06:00 | 20:00 | Vancouver |
| Sun 26 | 06:00 | 23:00 | Seattle |
| Wed 29 | 08:00 | 23:00 | San Francisco |
| May 2009 | |||
| Fri 01 | 08:00 | 23:00 | Los Angeles |
| Sat 02 | 08:00 | 17:00 | San Diego |
| Wed 06 to Thu 07 | 09:00 | 18:00 | Acapulco |
| Sat 09 | 07:00 | 20:00 | Puerto Quetzal |
| Tue 12 | 05:00 | 05:00 | Panama Canal ENTRY |
| Tue 12 | 12:00 | 17:00 | Panama Canal - TRANSIT |
| Tue 12 | 21:00 | 21:00 | Panama Canal EXIT |
| Thu 14 | 08:00 | 13:00 | Santa Marta |
| Fri 15 | 12:00 | 23:00 | Willemstad, Curacao |
| Sun 17 | 08:00 | 18:00 | Castries |
| Mon 18 | 08:00 | 23:00 | St John's, Antigua |
| Mon 25 | 07:05 | 15:00 | Ponta Delgada, Azores |
| Fri 29 | 07:30 | 17:00 | Dover |
| Grade | Cabin | Brochure Price | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| PS | Premier Suite | £62,365 | £37,467 |
| MS | Marquee Suite | £53,470 | £32,130 |
| SS | Superior Suite | £47,625 | £28,623 |
| BJ | Balcony Junior Suite | £40,260 | £24,204 |
| BJD | Wheelchair Adapted | £40,260 | £24,204 |
| BA | Superior Balcony | £33,910 | £20,394 |
| A | Superior Outside | £31,620 | £19,020 |
| BC | Balcony Cabin | £30,095 | £18,105 |
| B | Superior Outside | £29,080 | £17,496 |
| BD | Wheelchair Adapted | £29,080 | £17,496 |
| C | Outside Cabin | £28,320 | £17,040 |
| D | Outside | £25,525 | £11,806 |
| E | Outside | £24,505 | £11,337 |
| F | Outside | £23,490 | £10,870 |
| G | Superior Inside | £22,220 | £10,286 |
| GD | Wheelchair Adapted | £22,220 | £10,286 |
| H | Inside | £20,440 | £9,467 |
| I | Inside | £19,170 | £8,883 |
| JB | Single Balcony Suite | £53,470 | £32,130 |
| J | O/S Superior Single | £49,150 | £29,538 |
| K | Single Outside Cabin | £46,105 | £27,711 |
| L | Outside Single | £41,785 | £25,119 |
| M | Superior I/S Single | £34,160 | £20,544 |
| N | Inside Single | £32,890 | £19,782 |
| OW | Owner\'s Suite | £74,305 | £44,631 |
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
Our tour today, will take us to the secluded palm-fringed Bay of Marigot, enabling us to take advantage of this location’s tranquillity and beauty. This peaceful landscape of swaying palms and sparkling clear water also caught the eye of filmmakers
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
Here we descend into Aquabulle’s air-conditioned, transparent hull to enjoy the fascinating marine environment alive with tropical fish and coral life – a spectacle not to be missed!
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
During our trek, we may see some of the 38 species of birds that live here, we may even be lucky enough to spot the world’s smallest non-poisonous snake – the Leptotyphlaps Bilineata. We will also witness how the furious Atlantic has sculpted various fascinating geological features.
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
This tour entails a spectacular flight over the beautiful island of St Lucia. What a superb way to get some super photos from a unique vantagepoint!
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
Located on a working family plantation, owned by the Shingleton family since 1906, the beautiful gardens overlook picturesque Praslin Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Upon arrival at the gardens, the owner will welcome us
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
This tour must be one of the best in the Caribbean for offering spectacular scenery: lush green mountains, banana valleys, rainforests and fishing villages. And we will do a circuit around the island without spending a whole day on a bus!
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
For rum lovers this tour is a must! We will have the opportunity to feel the real spirit and culture of St Lucia, as well as having some fun in the process!I
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
Grab your helmet and your goggles and sit back for the ride of your life! We will be able to sit back and enjoy the sights and sounds of the three Acapulco’s, traditional, Golden and Diamond zones as we make our way to base camp.
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
Sunset, Horses and Champagne – what more could one ask for as we enjoy Acapulco at its most beautiful
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
Sunset, Cliff Divers, Lights & Sounds – the perfect way to end a day in Acapulco! This excursion shows us why Acapulco is one of the most romantic cities in the world.
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
Enjoy one of the most exciting, high-adrenaline, edge-of-your-seat rides available! This jet boat ride provides breathtaking thrills, as we experience the power acceleration and G-force turns of these high-performance boats
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
Brave the wild rapids on this adventurous rafting excursion that will take us through the canyon of the spectacular Papagayo River. We will negotiate strong currents that will carry us on an unexpected course past incredible rock formations, cliffs and – with luck – exotic wildlife
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
The archaeological site of Palma Sola (‘Where the Rock Speaks’) is located within the Veladero National Park, more than 300 metres (1,000 feet) above sea level, overlooking Acapulco Bay.
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
La Roqueta is a lush green private island off the coast, the biggest among those outside the bay, from which there are spectacular panoramic views of the Acapulco skyline from afar and the clear, cool Pacific Ocean
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
This tour takes us to the heart of Acapulco Bay, the perfect place to swim in crystal-clear water and to soak up a beautiful panoramic view.
ACAPULCO, MEXICO
Acapulco is situated around a horseshoe-shaped natural bay, and has hills and cliffs on either side. Each side offers incredible views of the entire bay (including its beaches) and the city. The view of Acapulco at night has to be one of the most incredible scenes in Mexico
CASTRIES, ST LUCIA
The aerial tram will provide us with a bird’s eye view of a truly mature Caribbean oceanic rainforest. Nurtured by warm, gentle rains and rich volcanic soils, St Lucia's forests have achieved a state of ancient majesty.
PUERTO QUETZAL, GUATEMALA
Yaxha, Mayan for Green Water is located on the northern side of the Lake. It is the third largest Mayan site known in the Mayan lowlands and is located within the fifth largest Nature Reserve in the world; the Mayan biosphere Reserve. The site is usually referred to as the Mayan’s world’s best kept secret.
PUERTO QUETZAL, GUATEMALA
Lake Atitlan that Aldous Huxley once called “the most beautiful in the world” is located in the mountainous region of Solola. With its crystalline – azure waters, Lake Atitlan is a natural wonder of blue set against a backdrop of three 10,000 foot volcanoes – Toliman, Atitlan and San Pedro – towering on the southern sky
PUERTO QUETZAL, GUATEMALA
Antigua Guatemala, is the most important and enchanting cities of Colonial Guatemala. Founded by the Spaniards in 1543, nowadays Antigua is a beautiful blend of ruins, restored colonial buildings, and new buildings in colonial style
PUERTO QUETZAL, GUATEMALA
This excursion takes us back more than 2,000 years in time, when we visit the world-famous Tikal National Park. Tikal is one of the largest and most impressive Mayan cities so far revealed and researched declared a Heritage of Mankind Site by UNESCO
SANTA MARTA, COLOMBIA
The Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta is a landscape of biological juxtapositions. Palms, cacti and tropical dry forest fringe the park’s northern border along the Caribbean coast, while tropical rain forests, treeless plains, and snow-capped peaks are found in the interior
SANTA MARTA, COLOMBIA
Founded by Rodrigo de Bastidas in 1525, Santa Marta is the oldest city in Colombia, situated between the majesty of the Andes crowned with snow peaks and the crystal waters of the Caribbean Sea.
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
We shall be greeted on the quayside by our guide for the tour and escorted a short walk to our awaiting 36 feet Twin Vee Catamaran. From here we shall be powered on an exhilarating enjoyable boat ride to Paradise Reef just off the Northwest coast, one of Antigua’s best locations for fishing and snorkelling
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Departing from the quayside we shall be driven to the Antigua Recreation ground, home of four existing cricket world records, for a guided tour of the ground. The ground, known locally as the ARG, became cricket’s 52nd Test venue in 1980-81 when it hosted England in a test match marked by a century from the island’s most famous sporting son, Sir Vivian Richards.
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Staff will assist us to play, feed and swim with the tame stingrays. The waters are only 3-6 feet deep, so even non-swimmers can enjoy the rays.The amazing animals will surprise us with their gentleness
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Castaway’s Restaurant lies on one of Antigua’s most beautiful beaches, in Jolly Harbour, on the West Coast of the island. Here we can let the sun warm our body and the beach soothe our soul, as we enjoy one of Antigua’s most beautiful beaches, located in the lush, tropical landscaped marina of Jolly Harbour on the West Coast of the island.
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
If there’s one tour we’re really going to ‘push the boat out’ for, perhaps this should be it! Our entire tour of Montserrat is over the ‘exclusion zone’, which is an area that has been designated off limits to ground transportation for the past few years. What better way to view it than by Bell helicopter!
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Looking for a fun few hours? Then this tour is perfect for you. A catamaran will collect us from the quayside, and we’ll cruise by the golden necklace of beaches on Antigua’s calm West Coast.
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Antigua has a beautiful 26 square kilometres (10 square miles) National Park in which lies the famous English Harbour and Nelson’s Dockyard.
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
This tour gives us a chance to see beautiful places on the island, which are inaccessible by bus, but no problem for our open-sided, four-wheel drive Landrover jeep. Hold on to your hats for this fun-filled, off-road adventure!
LISBON, PORTUGAL
We start this tour with a panoramic drive so we can get a general overview of Lisbon City centre.We will make a brief stop at the top of King Edward VII Park from where we can enjoy a spectacular view of the city and harbour.
VALLETTA, MALTA
Travelling to the southern part of the island, our first visit is to Qrendi, where we find the Hagar Qim Temples, likened to Stonehenge and originally built about 2700 BC. The site of these temples – high above the sea – was chosen well.
VALLETTA, MALTA
To embark the boat for this excursion we will travel to Silema. Onboard we will witness Malta’s living past from the water as we ply around the two natural harbours on either side of Valletta – Marsamxett Harbour and the Grand Harbour.
VALLETTA, MALTA
Our coach will depart from the harbour and will make our way to Mosta (meaning centre), which refers to its very location at the heart of the island. Here we will stop to see the famous dome, considered to be the third largest in Europe.
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
We will enjoy a narrated tour of the coral reefs along the south coast of the island. Just offshore is a wall dropping sharply to the depths of several hundred feet
PORT SAID, EGYPT
Departing from Port Said we shall travel for approximately 3 hours along desert roads to Cairo, the capital of Egypt. Upon arrival in this vast city, we will proceed to the world-famous and unforgettable Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx.
PORT SAID, EGYPT
We shall depart the pier by coach for a drive of approximately three hours to Cairo, the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa. More then 16 million people live here alongside some of the most astonishing masterpieces of the ancient world.
VALLETTA, MALTA
We leave the quayside by coach for a panoramic drive around the bastions of Valletta that house most of Malta’s rich heritage of history, art, archaeology, architecture and culture. We will also pass by Fort St Elmo, the historic fort at the tip of the Valletta peninsula.
VALETTA, MALTA
We travel onto Marsaxlokk, one of Malta’s largest fishing villages. Where we shall have some free time to explore this picturesque village, before we rejoin our coach to drive through some typical tiny Maltese villages, on our way to the Blue Grotto at Wied iz-Zurrieq.
AQABA, JORDAN
Jeeps take us into a moon-like landscape where towering black and crimson weathered cliffs rise dramatically above pink sands. And how often do we get the opportunity to watch the sunset in the middle of the desert?
JORDAN, AQABA
Upon arrival at the Dead Sea we shall proceed to a local spa resort, where we shall enjoy some free time. We may choose to take a swim from the private beach in the heavy salty water, floating without moving any part of our body
AQABA, JORDAN
Departing from the pier, our tour will take in some of the historic sites of interest which can be found in the capital, including the archaeological mound, which has rooms dating back as far as 4,000 BC and the Medieval Islamic Castle, which dates back to the 13th century.
AQABA, JORDAN
Petra is the legacy of the Nabateans, an industrious Arab community who settled in the south of Jordan more than 2,000 years ago. From a hidden staging post, they dominated the trade routes of ancient Arabia, levying tolls and sheltering caravans laden with Indian spices, African ivory and animal hides.
AQABA, JORDAN
This tour provides us with a rare opportunity to see spectacular scenery. Wadi Rum ranks alongside Petra as one of Jordan’s ‘Must see’ attractions. This area became famous in 1917-1918 during the Arab revolt led by the great enigma T.E. Lawrence.
TRIVANDRUM, INDIA
Upon our arrival we shall be shown around the camp before being invited to help feed these wonderful animals. For the more adventurous of us, we can help to bath the elephants or even take a ride on these friendly animals!
TRIVANDRUM, INDIA
Upon arrival at the beach resort we will be invited to relax and enjoy the surroundings. We shall have approximately 3 ½ hours to bask in the sun, take a dip in the sea or watch the local fishermen in the distance looking for today’s catch.
SINGAPORE
Our tour this evening will take us to the world’s first night zoo. Set in 40 hectares of secondary jungle, we will be able to unfold the mystery and drama of the tropical jungle after dusk with stunning effects.
SINGAPORE
Leaving the pier, we shall proceed with a drive around Suntec City’s Fountain of Wealth – an impressive structure supported on four 13 metre (43 feet) high bronze legs, measuring 21 metres (69 feet) in diameter and weighing 85 tonnes.
SINGAPORE
We will go to Changi Chapel and Museum, to visit the museum and view a replica of a chapel, which was used during World War II. Represented here is the collective spirit, which rose through the darkest times of the war, when the Japanese occupied Singapore.
SINGAPORE
Jurong Bird Park is a 20 hectare, open concept park, which is the largest Bird Park in the Asia Pacific region. We will be fascinated by its collection of more than 8,000 birds from over 600 species.
SINGAPORE
A stop is made in fascinating Chinatown, where temples and traditional shops retain the Chinese character in this enclave. We shall be able to visit the Chinese Temple, and may have chance to stop.
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Experience the beauty of Curaçao on a tour that takes you through historic Willemstad. Our tour will begin at Fort Amsterdam where we shall join the trolley train.
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
This wonderful tour offers us a rare opportunity to swim and play with a beautiful bottlenose dolphin.
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Interact with a beautiful bottlenose dolphin while standing waist-deep in water on a submerged platform.
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Our tour boat meets us at the dock. We pass the floating pontoon footbridge – built across the harbour channel in 1888 to connect the two sides of the town – before continuing along the coastline of Curaçao
WILLEMSTAD, CURACAO
Departing the pier by boat, we will be transferred to Van der Valk Beach; en route we can watch the scenery of the harbour and coastline pass by.
CASTRIES, ST. LUCIA
We can explore the lush, tropical beauty of northern St Lucia on this tour, which begins with a drive around the centre of Castries. We will see the vibrant and colourful local market and the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, with its magnificent architecture
LISBON, PORTUGAL
A hilly city with cobblestones; Lisbon’s sights are best enjoyed from the comfort of a coach. Our tour takes in many famous city sights, among them an ornate bullring where fights are held but the bulls are not killed.
LISBON, PORTUGAL
Leaving Lisbon through Monsanto Park we arrive at Sintra, a popular Old World village resort nestling in tree-clad hills north of Lisbon. We will see the outside of the Royal Palace with its two kitchen chimneys, like those of our oast houses.
LISBON, PORTUGAL
Following a scenic 75 minute drive through the beautiful Portuguese countryside, we will arrive at the medieval town of Obidos for a unique experience to travel back in time….
LISBON, PORTUGAL
We depart the pier for a drive to the Belem area, to see the Presidential Palace, the Monastery of Jeronimos, the Tower of Belem and the Monument to the Discoveries. Then it is on to the Restelo area – the most exclusive residential district of Lisbon and location of many foreign embassies.
PONTA DELGADA, AZORES
From the pier in Ponta Delgada, we head north-east along pleasant roads bordering agricultural areas stretching across the island to the small town of Ribeira Grande. Ribeira Grande is the oldest town on the north coast and it has a Portuguese feeling – we will see this in the house facades and verandahs.
PONTA DELGADA, AZORES
After departing Ponta Delgada, we will proceed to one of the main Pineapple Plantations, where the system of cultivating and marketing this fruit will be explained. Here we will be able to sample a pineapple liqueur.
PONTA DELGADA, AZORES
Leaving Ponta Delgada by way of the coastal road, we pass through a number of picturesque villages before arriving at Feteiras. From here the route ascends towards Sete Cidades and the main crater of this extinct volcano, some 575 metres (1,900 feet) above sea level.
ST JOHNS, ANTIGUA
Welcome to the world famous Nelson‘s Dockyard, once the naval base of the English fleet in the Caribbean. This remarkable area is located within English Harbour, one of the most beautiful natural harbours you may ever see.
TRIVANDRUM, INDIA
Our tour today will provide a fascinating insight into Trivandrum. Departing from the quayside, we shall proceed to Sri Padmanabhaswamy Temple, a distinctive and elegant 260 year-old temple.
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