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Canary Islands Cruise
Canary Islands & West Africa Cruise
Fourteen nights of epic adventure and ‘beautiful’ people watching are on offer here, as Braemar slips easily out of Dover, bound for the highlights of the balmy Mediterranean.
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| Date | Arr | Dep | Destination |
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| July 2009 | |||
| Sat 18 | Late PM | Dover | |
| Tue 21 | Early AM | Early PM | Lisbon |
| Wed 22 | Early AM | Late PM | Cadiz |
| Fri 24 | Early PM | Late Night | Las Palmas, Gran Canaria |
| Sat 25 | Early AM | Late Night | Sta Cruz de Tenerife |
| Sun 26 | Early AM | Late PM | Santa Cruz, La Palma |
| Mon 27 | Early AM | Late PM | Funchal, Madeira |
| Wed 29 | Early AM | Late PM | Leixoes (for Oporto) |
| August 2009 | |||
| Sat 01 | Early AM | Dover | |
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Prices shown are per person, based on standard twin adult occupancy.
| Grade | Cabin | Availability | Prices From |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | Superior O/S Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,079 |
| B | Superior O/S Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,974 |
| BA | Superior Balcony | Call for Latest Status | £2,433 |
| BC | Balcony Cabin | Limited | £2,151 |
| BS | Balcony Suite | Call for Latest Status | £3,033 |
| C | Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,764 |
| CD | Wheelchair Adapted | Call for Latest Status | £1,764 |
| D | Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,656 |
| E | Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,605 |
| F | Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,464 |
| FD | Wheelchair Adapted | Call for Latest Status | £1,464 |
| G | Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,392 |
| GLH | Latesaver Cabin | Limited | £999 |
| H | Inside Cabin | Limited | £1,305 |
| I | Inside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,215 |
| J | Superior O/S Single | Call for Latest Status | £3,420 |
| JB | Single Balcony Suite | Call for Latest Status | £3,702 |
| K | Outside Single Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £3,192 |
| L | Outside Single Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,892 |
| LA | Large Sup O/S Twin | Call for Latest Status | £2,151 |
| M | Inside Single Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £2,361 |
| OS | LSAV Outside Cabin | Call for Latest Status | £1,049 |
| OW | Owner's Suite | Call for Latest Status | £5,166 |
| SS | Superior Suite | Limited | £3,369 |
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A Taste of Cadiz & Jerez
CADIZ, SPAIN
Enjoy the historic town of Jerez de la Frontera, in Cadiz – gateway to the new world.
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Seville
CADIZ, SPAIN
Seville provides the most universal picture of the spirit of Spain as a whole because of its wealth of art and architecture.
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White Villages of Andalucia
CADIZ, SPAIN
On this tour we venture inland to a survivor of the Middle Ages and one of the most unspoilt villages of Spain, Medina Sidona. -
Flamenco in Puerto De Santa Maria
CADIZ, SPAIN
For those of us who enjoy watching flamenco dancing and a drop of sherry, this is the tour to choose.
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Jerez & Alcazar
CADIZ, SPAIN
Take a sightseeing tour through one of the most illustrious citities in Southern Spain.
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Porto Moniz
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. -
Walking Tour of Vale Paraiso
FUNCHAL, MADEIRA
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. The first levadas date back to the 15th century, and were constructed by workers who were often suspended from baskets carving through sheer cliff faces. The whole network is approximately 100 kilometres (62 miles) long. Some people believe that parts of the network were in place before any kind of road system.
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Funchal, Monte & Botanical Gardens
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.
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Cabo Girao
FUNCHAL, MADEIRA
Our next point of call is Cabo Girão – the highest sea-cliff in Europe and the second highest in the world.
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Eira Do Serrado & Afternoon Tea
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. -
Nun's Valley and Palheiro Gardens
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. -
Pico Do Aeeiro & Camacha
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. -
Jeep Safari of Central Madeira
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
We will walk through the cultivated terraces along a flower lined levada which winds its way along the escarpment.
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Monte Palace Tropical Garden
FUNCHAL, MADEIRA
Departing from the pier our tour will begin at the old part of the city where we will all take the cable chair to Monte, a village in the suburbs of Funchal well known fir its mild climate and lush vegetations.
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Machico, Santo da Serra and Camacha
FUNCHAL, MADEIRA
Departing from the pier we will take the highway to the village of Machico, probably the most historically interesting town on the island. Machico was the landing point of the first discoverers of Madeira and therefore we will find some beautiful old buildings including the oldest church on the island. “Capela de Nossa Senhora dos Milagres” was built in 1425 and has some beautiful paintings and tile works inside. The baroque table is sculpted in golden wood and sits in the main chapel – the most interesting 17th century object. Machico also has a romantic history if we believe in legends. The legend says that two lovers, Machim and d’Arfet, ran away from England for love and came ashore here after a storm that wrecked their ship.
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Jeep Safari East of Madeira
FUNCHAL, MADEIRA
Leaving the pier by jeep our tour will take us inland to one of the most beautiful forests 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.
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City Tour
FUNCHAL, MADEIRA
Departing from the pier in the direction of the centre of Funchal we will find the main monuments, museums, churches, forts and buildings of public interest. We will start with a visit to the Cathedral, a national monument built by Gil Enes in Manueline style and was the first Episcopal cathedral in Portuguese overseas territories due to its material and artictic grandiosity.
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Maspalomas Beach Transfer
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.
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South Island Tour
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.
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Arucas & Teror
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.
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Garden Tour
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.
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Palmitos Park
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.
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Lisbon Seen From The River
LISBON, PORTUGAL
Perhaps one of the most surprising monuments, and particularly beautiful when seen from the river, is the memorial to Prince Henry – the mastermind navigator behind Portugal’s voyages of exploration and subsequent wealth.
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Lisbon City Tour
LISBON, PORTUGAL
After re-crossing the bridge back into Lisbon, we continue with a visit to the Church of the Jeronimos Monastery – a 16th century architectural masterpiece designed in the Gothic-Manueline style. -
Picturesque Sintra & Cascais
LISBON, PORTUGAL
Once in the centre of the lively resort of Cascais we can admire the attractive bay or sit in one of the fashionable outdoor cafés and watch the world go by. -
Lovely Obidos - A Queen's Gift
LISBON, PORTUGAL
The origins of this quaint little town, rising majestically above the lovely Gaeiras vineyards, are obscured in history, but may date back as far as 308 BC.
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Lisbon Panorama
LISBON, PORTUGAL
We drive along the famous Avenida da Liberdade (Avenue of Liberty) to Rossio Square, to see the Santa Justa Elevator, designed by Eiffel, and Praça do Comercio (Black Horse Square), which is considered to be one of the most impressive squares in Lisbon.
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Oceanarium, Shopping & Sights
LISBON, PORTUGAL
Next we travel to the outside of the city, to the site of the EXPO 98 World Exhibition to visit the main attraction here, the spectacular Oceanarium. Designed by American architect Peter Chermayeff, it is the largest Oceanarium in Europe and features sea life found in the world’s greatest oceans.
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Jeep Safari in the Sintra Mountains
LISBON, PORTUGAL
Take a tour with a difference, around the inlands of Serra Sintra.
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Port Wine & Douro River Cruise
LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
The attraction of Oporto, Portugal’s second largest city, lies in its workday atmosphere.
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Quinta Da Aveleda - Green Wine
LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
Take a tour around Quint Da Aveleda, a farm located in the region known as Vinho Verde (green wine).
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Oporto City Tour
LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
The Oporto that we shall see today dates mainly from the 18th century, when trade was booming and merchants financed fine houses for themselves. We will have the chance to see some of the city’s finest buildings on this tour.
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Oporto On Your Own
LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
For those who have visited Oporto before or just prefer to do their own thing, this tour is perfect.
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Ancient Braga
LEIXOES, PORTUGAL
Today Braga is known for its historic buildings, monuments, gardens and fountains.
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La Palma - North of the Island
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.
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La Palma - South of the Island
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.
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Caldera De Taburiente
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.
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Easy La Palma
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.
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Las Canadas & Teide
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.
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Pyramids of Guimar
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.
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Loro Parque
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.
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Tenerife Gardens
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.
Braemar
Experience an elegant and captivating atmosphere when you cruise on Braemar.
During her recent major refit and lengthening, Braemar added over eighty passenger cabins and suites with balconies, bringing the standard occupancy up to 929. Voted 'The Best Refurbished Ship' in Cruise Critic's 'Editor's Pick Awards' 2009, she is also the second of our ships to feature a pub, which, on occasion, offers entertainment in the form of a late night comedian or jazz.Cruise Details
- ID: BM0915
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- Departs: 18 July 2009
- From: Dover
- Prices from £999
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