2017 - APT Small Ships

45 MEDITERRANEAN Day 26. Porto. Head to the wine country of the Douro Valley. Along the way, stop at Amarante, a small town with charming 16th-century houses. Visit a Portuguese family estate, where you'll enjoy a wine tasting before lunch with the family. BLD Day 27. Lisbon, Freedom of Choice. Perhaps board Lisbon's iconic tramcars for a ride through the city's old quarters, sampling pastries and Port on the way. Or take a market tour, enjoying treats selected by acclaimed chef Marlene Vieira. Alternatively, take a guided city tour to historic Alfama. BLD Day 28. Portimao, Freedom of Choice. Enjoy a guided tour of Portimao, including the Old Town and the Portimao Museum. Or ride through the mountains by jeep for a safari to the unexplored Algarve. BLD Day 29. Cadiz, Seville. From Cadiz, enjoy a day trip to Seville, where a tour includes the Reales Alcazares (Royal Palace), and the Christian Cathedral. At the bullring, Plaza de la Maestranza and Museum, enjoy a private tour of one of the 18th-century bullrings. Dine at Abades Restaurant for lunch, before a private visit to the Flamenco Museum followed by a flamenco show. BLD Day 30. Motril, Granada. Today, embark on a full-day tour to Granada, located at the foot of the Sierra Nevada mountain range. See the 9th-century palace and fortress complex, Alhambra. After a tapas lunch, explore the palace of the Generalife, before re- boarding your ship in Motril. BLD Day 31. Cartagena. Sail into Cartagena and explore the Roman Theatre Museum, with its exhibit items discovered in excavations around the Cathago Nova that explain the theatre's restoration. The rest of the day is at leisure to further explore this port city. BLD Day 32. Valencia. Enjoy a trip to Albufera Natural Park, one of the most important wetlands of the Spanish peninsula. Set off to explore by 'albufarenc', a rustic small canoe that has been used to sail the area for generations. You might then like to embark on a bird-watching tour through the park, exploring one of Spain's most interesting birding areas, before lunch. Alternatively, take in an authentic paella cooking demonstration and learn about the local Valencian origins of this classic dish. BLD Day 33. Disembark Ship, Barcelona. Be transferred to the airport upon disembarkation. B YOUR HOLIDAY PRICE INCLUDES 9 Services of an APT Expedition Leader & Team, as well as local guides 9 Enjoy 32 Breakfasts (B), 14 Lunches (L) and 25 Dinners (D) 9 Complimentary beverages served at your discretion on board* 9 All tipping, airport transfers, excursions and porterage Peer through the windows of Granada's Alhambra ROYAL EDINBURGH MILITARY TATTOO On our 13 August departure, you'll experience the music, tradition and ceremony of the world-famous Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo in Scotland, set to the backdrop of Edinburgh Castle. Please enquire for details. 33 DAY CRUISE & LAND TOUR (NOBHLB33) Departure Twin Share Solo Trav. August 13. $26,195 $37,595 August 26^. $26,195 $37,595 2017 DATES & PRICES (A$) per person ^Cruise operates from Tilbury to Barcelona aboard the MS Island Sky. Enquire for details, see pages 34-35 for cruise upgrades. Tour code: NOBILB33. PLEASE NOTE: Prices include port charges, gratuities and sundries. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur. Prices are based on a Standard Suite (Forward) on the Amundsen Deck. See page 102 for deck plans. *See pages 104-105 for terms & conditions. COMPANION FLY FREE See pages 24-25 for details CRUISE UPGRADES – MS Hebridean Sky To upgrade, add per person: Category Twin Share Solo Trav. Standard $395 $595 Superior $1,995 $2,995 Premium $2,995 $4,495 Corner $3,995 $5,995 Deluxe Balcony $4,595 $6,895 Owner's Balcony $4,995 $9,990 Hebridean Suite $6,995 $13,990

• Cover