2014 - APT Europe River Cruising

North Atlantic Ocean Isle of Mull Isle of Iona Isle of Jura Inverewe Gardens Aberdeen 10 MS Island Sky Isle of Gigha IRELAND Dublin North Sea Edinburgh UNITED KINGDOM Bodnant Garden Portmerion Snowdonia National Park Dunmore East London Portsmouth Isle of Scilly English Channel Unwind in luxury aboard the MS Island Sky to explore the gardens as well as the opulent house, which boasts a fascinating heritage and contains world-famous artefacts and artwork. LD B Day 8. Isle of Iona, Duart Castle, Isle of Mull. After breakfast, set off on the Isle of Mull for a visit to Duart Castle, a 13th-century clifftop castle surrounded by a superb collection of indigenous trees and shrubs. Later, cruise to the Isle of Iona, where more than 40 Scottish kings are buried. After exploring the well-preserved Iona Abbey, perhaps take a short walk to the Bay at the Back of the Ocean – named because the next westward stop is North America. BLD TRANQUILLITY OF THE SCOTTISH ISLES Day 7. Isle of Jura, Isle of Gigha, Achamore House and Gardens. This morning, cruise to the Isle of Jura, where you'll enjoy the opportunity to visit the 200 year-old Single Malt Scotch Whisky Distillery. Later, visit the beautiful Isle of Gigha, privately owned by its 120 residents. Here, you'll wander through the gardens of Achamore House. Laid out by Sir James Horlick in 1944, it boasts a wonderful collection of azaleas, rhododendrons BLD and exotic plants. 2014 DATES & PRICES SCOTLAND'S SWEEPING COAST Day 9. Inverewe Gardens. This morning enjoy a zodiac ride to one of Scotland's premier gardens, Inverewe. Set on the coast among the Scottish Highlands, this botanical garden presents (NZ$) per person 11 Days LONDON to Edinburgh (BTBNC11) Coach Cruise No. of nights stay Freedom of ChoiceTM Inclusions / Included Sightseeing an amazing collection of exotic trees and shrubs that are sheltered by well-positioned windbreaks of native pine. After a tour, set off across The Minch and past the Isle of Skye. BLD Day 10. Aberdeen, Crathes Castle. Cruise along Scotland's east coast to Aberdeen. Disembark and travel to Crathes Castle, a 16thcentury castle that's famous for its landscaped grounds and gardens. After time to explore, return to your ship and continue cruising BLD around the top of Scotland. Day 11. Edinburgh, Disembark Cruise. Disembark your ship in Edinburgh, where your Botanica cruise ends. B BOTANICAL DISCOVERIES Your holiday includes MS Island Sky Twin Share Solo Trav. May 24. $10,235 $12,155 Suite Upgrades – MS Island sky 99Services of a Botanica Cruise Manager, Expedition Team and an expert Botanical Guide 99Airport transfers on first and last day Prices shown are based on a Standard Suite (Magellan Deck). See Botanica's 2014 brochure for more information and deck plans. To upgrade, add per person: Suite Type Deck Twin Share Solo Trav. Superior Premium Corner Deluxe Balcony Owners Balcony Columbus Marco Polo Marco Polo Erikson Erikson $1,145 $1,975 $2,810 $3,835 $4,215 $1,440 $2,975 $4,920 $6,715 $7,380 PLEASE Note: Prices include port charges and gratuities. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur. Please enquire about our 2015 departure. For further information as well as all terms & conditions, see pages 236-237. 99Tipping, porterage and port charges 99Ten nights on the luxurious MS Island Sky Freedom of ChoiceTM SIGHTSEEING Inclusions 99BOTANICA EXCLUSIVE! Enjoy a choice of included activities in County Waterford, Dublin and Portmeirion sightseeing highlights 99 njoy a range of zodiac expeditions E 99 earn about the native birdlife from an expert Ornithologist L 99Cruise amid the Isles of Scilly and explore the island of Tresco 99Explore Snowdonia and Bodnant Garden 99Visit Mount Stewart in Northern Ireland 99Discover the Isle of Iona and the Isle of Gigha 'Birdlife of the British Isles' While taking in the spectacular coastal scenery of the British Isles, you'll be joined by an Ornithologist, who will share their expertise on the many species of birds that call the British Isles home. This is the season when they are their most prolific. 99Visit Inverewe in the Scottish Highlands 99 ander the grounds and gardens of 16th-century Crathes Castle W FINEST DINING – INCLUDES 28 MEALS BOTANICA 99Explore Duart Castle on the Isle of Mull 99Enjoy 10 Breakfasts (B), 8 Lunches (L) and 10 Dinners (D) 99House wine, beer and soft drink included with lunch and dinner on board your cruise www.aptouring.co.nz 227

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