17 NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE
P&O Aurora 15th April 2022
Join the Aurora in Southampton on this magical 17 night cruise to the Mediterranean with ports of call at: (2 days at sea), Gibraltar, At Sea, Cagliari, At Sea, Dubrovnik, Sibenik, Venice, At Sea, Giardini Naxos, At Sea, Palma (Mallorca), (3 days at sea), Southampton (UK)
| DEPARTURE/RETURN LOCATION |
Southampton |
| DEPARTURE TIME |
Board your ship between 12 noon and 3 p.m. |
| INCLUDED |
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Full Board |
| 17 Night Cruise |
Entertainment |
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| NOT INCLUDED |
| Shore Excursions |
| On Board Gratuity |
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YOUR HOLIDAY HOME AT SEA
This beautiful and elegant ship is one of the largest in the P&O fleet and has all the hallmarks of conventional cruising with lots of exciting modern additions. If your looking for a romantic cruise holiday you will appreciate The Retreat, a no children private spa terrace with secluded cabanas and moonlit treatments. With her superb facilities and activities, including four fantastic kids’ clubs, make her a popular choice for families. Single passengers can benefit from special cabins with no supplements incurred. The exclusive dining options on board are sure to impress, as is the delightfully chic central atrium with enticing shops, art gallery and library.
Facilities on board
- Two main formal restaurants, specialty Indian Restaurant and wine bar, several casual eateries.
- Four pools, including one for children
- Luxurious adult Retreat.
- Two-tier main theater, show lounges and live entertainment bars.
- Three dance lounges.
- Outdoor cinema screen
- Tonnage 115,000
- Passenger capacity 3,096
- Total Crew 1,239
- Total Cabins 1,557
- Decks 14
Day 1:Southampton (UK) Embark your ship P&O Azura
Day 2: At Sea
Day 3: At Sea
Day 4: Gibraltar
Gibraltar. The Rock of Gibraltar crouches guard like, protecting the entrance to the Mediterranean from unwelcome visitors. Many countries have fought for control of this passage between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean, resulting in a vibrant cultural melting pot. Narrow steep lanes are busy with English tourists, veiled Moroccan women in caftans, and Spanish residents. Stroll below the white cliffs among a profusion of palm, pine, and cypress. Go below to Gibraltar’s caves, or up above to see the Rock’s Barbary apes.
Day 5: At Sea
Day 6: Cagliari
Cagliari. On the beautiful Island of Sardinia, Cagliari will enchant you with its gorgeous expansive beaches at Poetto. Take in the views at the aptly named Gulf of Angels or visit the stunning 2nd century Roman amphitheatre before heading to the one of the restaurants for traditional Sardinian food that is freshly prepared and beautifully presented.
Day 7: At Sea
Day 8: Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik is a picture-perfect medieval walled city is filled with ancient stone buildings, narrow cobbled streets and fortified ramparts rising above red-tiled rooftops. Stradun is the city’s focal point and main artery while Dubrovnik’s streets are blessedly free of traffic. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the old city remains the pride of the Republic of Croatia and houses the world’s oldest pharmacy.
Day 9: Sibenik
Sibenik is full of charm, character and history. The Cathedral of St. James and the Dalmatian-Gothic-Renaissance works of art are very popular tourist attractions for those wanting to find out more about this beautiful old town. Narrow quaint streets offer opportunities to shop. For those wanting to see more of the natural beauty of this area, a visit to Krka National Park with its five-tier cascading waterfalls and deep gorges in the Karst valley below.
Day 10: Venice
Venice with its gondolas, canals, amazing restaurants, and unforgettable romantic ambiance, Venice is definitely a city for one’s bucket list. Waterfront palazzos, palaces, and churches make drifting down the Grand Canal feel like cruising through a painting. To really experience Venice, you must go to the opera or to a classical music performance, nibble fresh pasta and pastries, and linger in the exhibit halls of an art gallery. Label lovers will drool over the high-end shopping in Piazza San Marco.
Day 11: At Sea
Day 12: Giardini Naxos
Giardini Naxos is a township in the Province of Messina on the island of Sicily. Situated on the coast of the Ionian Sea, today Giardini Naxos it is a popular seaside-resort famous for its beaches, panoramic view of the bay and surrounding hills, and its small, but bustling fishing port. Visit Dal Pirata Beach, near the archaeological area of Naxos, Dal Pirata Beach is contained by two partitions of lava stone from the nearby Mt. Etna.
Day 13: At Sea
Day 14: Palma (Mallorca)
Palma a major port, and the summer holiday spot of choice for Spain’s royal family. Explore the lovely old quarter and step into the past in the historic churches, then get a taste of contemporary Palma in the city’s lively tapas bars. Visit the Arab Baths, the Moorish Palace and the Mallorca Museum, buy a string of Mallorca pearls or for outstanding views of the harbour take a ride on the wooden train to Soller.
Day 15: At Sea
Day 16: At Sea
Day 17: At Sea
Day 18: Southampton (UK)
Disembark your ship – P&O Aurora
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