We depart from the quayside and begin our tour by making our way past the British/Spanish land frontier.

Gibraltar’s purpose-built cable car is one of the best ways to appreciate the great views of the city and its surroundings.

Few people are aware that Gibraltar is one of the best places in the world to view cetaceans the whole year round.

The rock of Gibraltar, overlooking the entrance to the Mediterranean and standing nearly 425 metres (1,400 feet) above sea level, is reputed to be one of the legendary Pillars of Hercules.

Gibraltar is a British overseas territory located on the southern end of the Iberian Peninsula and Europe at the entrance of the Mediterranean overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. The territory covers 6.843 square kilometres (2.642sq mi) and shares a land border with Spain to the north. Gibraltar has historically been an important base for the British Armed Forces and is the site of a Royal Navy base.

Gibraltar is one of the most densely populated territories in the world, with a population of 29,286 estimated in 2008, approximately 4,290 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,100/sq mi). The growing demand for space is being increasingly met by land reclamation; reclaimed land currently comprises approximately one tenth of the territory’s total area.

The official currency of Gibraltar is the Gibraltar Pound.

Cagliari is a modern town, which has nevertheless managed to preserve its historical roots. One of its main attractions is its panoramic position in amongst natural surroundings.

 

Take a city tour of Cagliari – the administrative capital of Sardinia.

Enjoy a brief but comprehensive sightseeing tour of Cagliari before a traditional folk performance.

Experience the ancient Carthaginian and Roman remains of Nora.

The Via del Sale is a road that starts from Trapani and is famous as it passes through the fascinating salt pans. This area, which was used by the Phoenicians who first understood the favourable natural conditions for the extraction of the salt, is the most important natural reserve in Sicily.

The ruins of Segesta are located at the top of Mount Barbaro, and reflect the presence of several ancient civilisations.

Erice is a charming town where time appears to have stood still, and myths, legends and history are all mixed together. It is characterised by its winding cobbled roads, beautiful courtyards and churches.

During our visit we can enjoy traditional Sicilian music, making our tour an authentic Sicilian experience.

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.

We will begin our tour by heading from the port to the Roman Amphitheatre in Egypt, discovered quite recently, during the foundation digging for a new apartment building.

We depart the quayside and begin our tour with a drive along the scenic desert road to Cairo, the capital of Egypt, and upon arrival we proceed to the site of the magnificent Pyramids of Giza.

The second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as the ‘Pearl of the Mediterranean’, has an atmosphere more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern. Its ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of the country, although it is actually only 225 kilometres (140 miles) from Cairo.

We depart the port for our city tour. Alexandria is a true waterfront city where the desert meets the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Our drive today will take us along the cornice (seafront road) – which is nearly 20 kilometres (12 miles) long – passing by the main square, the city centre and many other landmarks.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ALEXANDRIA

• As a mark of respect to Egyptian customs and religions, shoulders and legs should be covered when visiting holy or historic sites.
• All tour coaches will be escorted by members of the Egyptian tourist Police.
• Passengers must carry their passport at all times. When leaving the ship for tours, you will have to pass through Immigration (and on your return).
• Photography and the use of video cameras is totally prohibited in all areas.
• Toilet facilities may be limited on tours, and therefore queues should be expected.

We will start our walking tour. This unique cultural tour takes us from one end of the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar to the other, recalling a time when the area was the heart of the old walled city of Cairo.

Upon arrival in Cairo, we will proceed to the world-famous and unforgettable Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx.

We will first visit the unforgettable Pyramids of Giza and the enigmatic Sphinx. As we stand beside these incredible Egyptian monuments, we marvel at the sheer size of them and the enormity of their construction.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT PORT SAID
• Our call to Port Said is predominantly to facilitate the operation of shore tours to Cairo and the Pyramids
• As a mark of respect to Egyptian customs and religions, shoulders and legs should be covered when visiting holy or historic sites.
• All tours will be escorted by members of the Egyptian tourist Police. (The Tourism Police are the only authority that can decide the number of the Tourist Police Offices that should be escorting the tours. However, we can say that 95 % of the buses are escorted by Tourism Police Officers)
• Passengers must carry their passport at all times. When leaving the ship for tours, you will have to pass through Immigration (and on your return).
• Photography and the use of video cameras is totally prohibited in some of the areas.
 

The great “Hypostyle Hall” alone is a veritable forest of giant pillars rising 23 metres toward the sky. At the height of its glory, Karnak Temple collected annual tribute from over 65 cities and towns in the region.
 

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SAFAGA

• As a mark of respect to Egyptian customs and religions, shoulders and knees should be covered when visiting holy or historic sites.
• All tours will be escorted by members of the Egyptian tourist Police. (The Tourism Police are the only authority that can decide the number of the Tourist Police Offices that should be escorting the tours. However, we can say that 95 % of the buses are escorted by Tourism Police Officers)
• Passengers must carry their passport at all times. When leaving the ship for tours, you will have to pass through Immigration (and on your return).
• Photography and the use of video cameras is totally prohibited in all areas, including tombs, in the Valley of the Kings.
 

Departing from our ship we shall embark on a memorable trip to the Land of the Pharaohs and the old Capital of Egypt, Luxor.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

• As a mark of respect to Egyptian customs and religions, shoulders and legs should be covered when visiting holy or historic sites.
• All tours will be escorted by members of the Egyptian tourist Police. (The Tourism Police are the only authority that can decide the number of Tourist Police Offices that should be escorting the tours. However, we can say that 95 % of the buses are escorted by Tourism Police Officers)
• Passengers must carry their passport at all times. When leaving the ship for tours, you will have to pass through Immigration (and on your return).
• Toilet facilities may be limited on tours, and therefore queues should be expected. All used buses are equipped with toilet facilities.
 

The monastery stands on the site where tradition has it, Moses saw the burning bush, and dates back to the 6th century AD. Today, it is still occupied by monks following the Greek Orthodox church liturgy and monastic existence.
 

Boarding our glass-bottom boat, our journey will commence. We shall enjoy approximately 90 minutes of cruising, during which we can admire the coral reef.
 

Upon arrival at the park, considered one of the world’s best snorkelling spots, we will have approximately two and a half hours to explore this underwater haven.
 

Our panoramic tour begins with a scenic drive to the Nabq Protected Area, a marine reserve located 22 miles north of Sharm el Sheikh. This site is an outstanding natural area containing varied ecosystems, including protected coral reefs and stands of mangroves.

A barbecue lunch will be set up in the middle of the desert for us. In this remarkable setting, we are sure to feel like Lawrence of Arabia. The highlight of our tour will be joining the nomadic Bedouins for tea.

We will have dinner before attending the Sound and Light Show. Performed at the Pyramids of Giza, the pyramids will come alive with a play of floodlights, music and narration during the Sound and Light Show.

After our visit to the museum, we can enjoy an exclusive dinner on a felucca, a sailing boat on the Nile.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SOKHNA

• As a mark of respect to Egyptian customs and religions, shoulders and legs should be covered when visiting holy or historic sites.
• All tour coaches will be escorted by members of the Egyptian tourist Police.
• Passengers must carry their passport at all times. When leaving the ship for tours, you will have to pass through Immigration (and on your return).
• Photography and the use of video cameras is totally prohibited in all areas.
• Toilet facilities may be limited on tours, and therefore queues should be expected.

After our visit to the Egyptian Museum, our unique cultural tour takes us from one end of the Khan El-Khalili Bazaar to the other, recalling a time when the area was the heart of the old walled city of Cairo.

 Catania, Sicily’s second largest city, sits at the foot of Mount Etna, Europe’s largest active volcano.

Mount Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano. Standing at approximately 3,326 metres (10,910 feet) high, its flanks are covered with scores of cones and craters.

The picturesque little town of Taormina enjoys a magnificent position on a terrace overlooking the Ionian Sea on the eastern coast of Sicily. Even though it has become one of the most popular Mediterranean sun spots, it still manages to retain its medieval character.

On our panoramic drive, we will be able to view the sights of Catania, Sicily’s largest city from the comfort of our coach, followed by a drive along the scenic coastline.

Experience Malta’s history from the water with this Harbour Cruise.

Onboard, we shall 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.
 

Situated on the south coast of Malta, the Blue Grotto mirrors the brilliant colours of the underwater flora. Once aboard we shall take a lovely boat trip to all of the impressive caves and lovely colourful coral formation under the clear blue sea.

We walk to the Upper Barracca Gardens, which date back to the 18th century. From here we can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the city of Valletta, with its two natural harbours and surrounding landscape.

Situated on the south coast of Malta, the Blue Grotto mirrors the brilliant colours of the underwater flora.

Take a comprehensive panoramic tour of everything this Island has to offer.

We begin our island tour with a coach ride to Vittoriosa, one of the three historic cities of Malta.

Enjoy stunning views of Valletta as well as the incredible Malta Experience.

Malta became a British possession in 1814. This little island bravely supported Britain throughout both World Wars and earned a unique George Cross for its heroism during World War II. Despite obtaining independence in 1964, it still remained part of the commonwealth. Malta became a republic in 1974 and joined the EU on 1st May 2004.

The capital of Malta is Valletta, which is built on the northern part of the Scriberras peninsula, separating the Grand Harbour from Marsamxett Harbour. This fascinating city is completely surrounded by fortifications and dates back to the mid-16th century.

The official currency of Valletta is the Euro.
 

We begin our tour with a drive to Carthage, which was reputedly founded by Elissa (Queen Dido), from Phoenicia.

For those who have visited Tunis before or just prefer to do their own thing, this tour is perfect. Departing the quayside, a transfer of approximately 30 minutes will take us to Kasbah Square, one of the main entrances to the Medina

This is primarily a driving tour, which is suitable for guests with limited mobility (providing guests can board the coach unaided).

Departing the quayside by coach, we will have a short sightseeing drive through the city of Lisbon, stopping at such highlights as the Belem area where we will have an outside explanation of the Jeronimos Monastery and the Monument of the Discoveries for a photo opportunity.

Following a scenic 75-minute drive through the Portuguese countryside, we arrive at the medieval town of Obidos for a unique experience to travel back in time.

Leaving Lisbon through Monsanto Park, we travel to Sintra, a popular old world village resort nestling in tree-clad hills north of Lisbon.

A hilly city paved with cobblestones, Lisbon’s sights are best enjoyed from the comfort of a coach. This tour takes in many famous city sights.

On this tour we can enjoy the most famous sights of Lisbon from the comfort of our coach, as well as a drive along the scenic coast to Estoril.

 Our tour begins with a panoramic drive of Lisbon city centre. We shall 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.

Following a short briefing at the quayside, we travel in our fully-equipped jeeps to Sintra, a popular old world village resort nestling in tree-clad hills, north of Lisbon.