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Voyager is the perfect base from which to discover the world. Small and elegant, she carries no more than 540 passengers, so you can easily meet like-minded people to share experiences with, and enjoy a more personal service from our attentive crew. Following an extensive upgrade, Voyager offers comfortable cabins, a range of public rooms, a choice of two wonderful restaurants, a swimming pool and a comprehensive library.

On a Voyage of Discovery you are provided with the flexibility to tailor your cruise to suit you. The cruises visit the off-the-beaten-track destinations- fascinating places that others may pass by- as well as more established holiday spots viewed from a fresh perspective. You can choose which shore excursions you wish to join, and which guest speakers’ enlightening talk best appeal to your interests. These are just some of the reasons Voyages of Discovery are proud to have won the British Travel Awards Best Niche Cruise Line award for the past 4 years.

Every day is an adventure on a Voyages of Discovery cruise. Explore some of the world’s most fascinating destinations and enjoy truly

unforgettable experiences along the way. You’ll be accompanied by renowned experts, whose knowledge in a wide variety of fields will add an extra dimension to your journey.

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All Meals, accommodation & entertainment on board All on board gratuities All on board service charges All port & pre-paid airport taxes Return flights (on fly cruises) & over-seas transfers All talks by Guest Speakers & port lectures Your choice of cabin category Your choice of cabin location & number Complimentary chauffeur service for higher grade cabins Car parking at the port or coach transfers from central London on selected no-fly cruises form Portsmouth or Harwich

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Shore ExcursionsAt the heart of each Voyage of Discovery

is the renowned shore excursion programme. Taking in the “must-see”

sights & hidden gems that you might not expect, each excursion is meticulously planned to ensure that your time ashore is as enjoyable as your time on board.

Perhaps you’ll tick off the Big Five on an exciting safari in the African Savannah, or visit St Petersburg’s world- renowned Hermitage Museum for an evening recital. You could take

the chance to admire the iconic water lilies in Monet’s Garden, or discover the unique volcanic landscape of the Azores. Or you’ll find yourself relaxing on the deck of a catamaran in the Seychelles, gazing at the idyllic blue sky.

The shore excursions give you the chance to experience the essence of a destination, adding a truly memorable dimension to your cruise- and they’re optional so you can tailor your time ashore to suit you perfectly.

Guest Speaker Programmes

• Expert advice from the ship’s shore excursion staff & port lecturers on board

• Excellent local operators- many of whom Voyages Of Discovery have worked with for a number of years

• Professional & helpful local, English-speaking guides

• Maximise your time ashore- go straight to the high-lights without waiting, negotiating fares or having the bother of currency exchange

• The tour timings are planned to make the most of the ship’s schedule enabling you to take multiple tours

• In the unlikely event that your tour returns late & the ship has had to sail, they will arrange at their expense for you to re-join Voyager in the next port of call

• All of the local operators comply with a minimum of £10m public liability insurance

• You can make a saving on the price of your excursions by booking ahead of your cruise

With so many fascinating places to discover Voyages of Discovery aim to ensure you

gain the best possible understanding of each destination’s culture, history & wildlife. To achieve this, they carefully handpick the Guest Speakers, choosing experts whose depth of knowledge & passion for their subject will truly bring each destination to life.

The lecture programme is recognised as one of the best at sea- and better still, it is included in the cost of your cruise. All Guest Speakers are noted authorities

on their subjects, and they will share their unique insight with you through fascinating & well-presented talks. You can attend each one In person or, if you’d prefer, watch them on your cabin TV.

The speakers are drawn from diverse sources including academia, the military, the diplomatic service and the arts. They cover a wide variety of subjects including architecture, naval history, photograph, music, gardens and genealogy, so there’s sure to be something to suit your interests.

THERE ARE SO MANY BENEFITS TO THE ORGANISED SHORE EXCURSIONS:

Dr Helen Doe

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MV Voyager • 11 nights • 29 Aug - 9 Sep ‘15 MV Voyager • 15 nights • 1 - 16 Mar ‘15

UK, Marseille, At Sea, Cagliari, La Goulette, Sousse, Valletta, Syracusa, At Sea, Chania,

Santorini, Piraeus (Overnight), UK

Portsmouth, At Sea, Kristiansand, Bronnoysund, Sortland, Atla (Overnight), Honningsvag, Tromso,

Leknes, At Sea, Bergen, At Sea, Portsmouth

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Brigadier Hugh Willing CBE

Professor Ian Morison BA MSC PHD FRAS- Gresham Professor of Astronomy

Anne-Marie Harrison

Fenella BazinHugh Willing, who served in Gibraltar, Italy & Cyprus with the British Army is a fund of knowledge on the British military history of the Mediterranean & it’s Islands. From Nelson’s land battles against the French on Corsica, to the loss of Minorca & the capture of the German commander on Crete in 1944, to the amazing story of the only survivor of a lost submarine, he will share his knowledge & interest in these tales of bravery, bravado & bluff through the ages.

Through the exquisite & inventive craftsmanship of the metalworkers & sculptors of the Viking Age, Fenella Bazin offers a glimpse into this adventurous period, when courageous man & woman established settlements in far-flung& often hostile countries.

Jane Anne Davey, Phillip Lawson & Janet Edwards will also be on this sailing.

Anne-Marie Harrison, French anthropologist, has been lecturing on ship sof rmany years & always enjoys bringing back to life some of the ancient & not so ancient civilisations that have heled shape the Mediterranean: Phoenicians, Greeks, Etruscans, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans & Venetians have all left their stamp in the various places covered in this exciting itinerary.

Recent holder of the oldest chair of astronomy in the world, Ian will give a series of talks covering some of the most interesting topics in astronomy, for example, “The search for life beyond Earth”. They will include, of course, a talk about the “Northern Lights” and how best to observe them.

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1359* 1689* 3229INSIDE OUSTIDE BALCONY

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Malta Valletta

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MV Voyager • 14 nights • 3 - 17 Jan ‘15

MV Voyager • 13 nights • 17 - 30 Jan ‘15

UK, Port Louis (Overnight), Pointe D’Ehoala, At Sea, Richards Bay

(Overnight), Durban, At Sea, Port Elizabeth, At Sea, Cape Town

(Overnight), UK

UK, Cape Town (Overnight), At Sea, East London (South Africa), At Sea, Maputo, Richards Bay (Overnight),

Durban (Overnight), At Sea, Port Elizabeth, At Sea, Cape Town, UK

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M A U R I T I U S

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PORT LOUISM A D A G A S C A R

A F R I C A

POINTE DES GALETS

RICHARDS BAY

CAPE TOWN

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PORT D'EHOALA*R É U N I O N

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I N D I A N O C E A N

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PORT ELIZABETH

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RICHARDS BAY

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Brigadier Hugh Willing CBE

Major General Stephen Carr - Smith

Alan Sparrow

Andrew Schofield

From the tales of Sinbad & the Birkenhead disaster, to the Siege of Mafeking & the buried treasure of Oliver de Vasseur, Hugh Willing, who was born & brought up in Kenya, will enjoy sharing his interests in the battles & shipwrecks, pirates & myths of the Indian Ocean Islands & Southern Africa.

As a military man, Stephen Carr-Smith will be looking at two military campaigns in South Africa. The Zulu War saw the failure at Isandlwana by senior officers & they were saved by the exploits of their juniors at Rorke’s Drift the next day. Twenty years later, the British were at it again- this time against the Boers.

A native Zimbabwe, Alan has spent his working life involved in forestry & wildlife. His series of lectures focus on management of the national parks & wildlife reserves he knows so well, together with conservation & the protection of endangered species such as the Black Rhino.

As an ecologist turned film-maker, Andrew has huge knowledge of the plants & animals of South Africa. Having been involved in the re-introduction of white lions & cheetahs he will share his experiences & discuss the conservation issues surrounding may of the species under pressure in the region.

Sir Richard Gozney and Philip Lawson & Janet Edwards will also be guest speakers on this departure.

Peter Hawthorn will also be a guest speaker o this sailing.


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Sani Pass, South Africa

Zebras in South Africa

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UK, Santa Cruz De Tenerife (Overnight), Santa Cruz De Palma, Funchal, At Sea, Lisbon, At Sea, La

Coruna, At Sea, Portsmouth

Portsmouth, St Peter Port, Honfleur,

Harwich

LA CORUÑA

LISBON

PORTSMOUTH

FUNCHAL

E N G L A N D

C A N A R YI S L A N D S

N O R T H A T L A N T I C

O C E A N

S P A I NP O R T U G A L

SANTA CRUZDE LA PALMA*

SANTA CRUZDE TENERIFE

M A D E I R A

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E N G L A N D

PORTSMOUTH

ST PETER PORTHONFLEUR*

HARWICH

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Dr Helen Doe

Steve Ragnall

Dr Susan GubbayDr Helen Doe will describe the ships and the people that have sailed the Atlantic coast across the centuries. You will hear the words of ordinary seamen on board at the battle of Trafalgar, discover the world of medieval piracy off the coast of Spain & learn about the smugglers in the English Channel.

One of the busiest waterways in the world & close proximity to France has given us a unique maritime experience. Steve will be exploring the stories of the men, the ships & the music which make up this rich history

The cruise follows the route of historic 19th century voyages of ocean exploration. Dr Gubbay will describe the challenges faced by these pioneers as they laid the foundations of modern oceanography, as well as more recent discoveries & efforts to conserve the marine life in the region. Cold water coral reefs, pilot whales, the vampire squid & the black scabbard fish are all part of the story.

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MV Voyager • 9 nights • 20 Feb - 1 Mar ‘15

MV Voyager • 3 nights • 12 - 15 May ‘15

Herm Beach

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MV Voyager • 11 nights • 17 - 28 Oct ‘15 MV Voyager • 11 nights • 6 - 17 Oct ‘15

UK, Dubrovnik (Overnight), Brindisi, Sarande, At Sea, Naples, Civitavecchia, Livorno, At Sea, Sete,

Barcelona (Overnight), UK

UK, Piraeus (Overnight), Santorini, Katakolon, Sarande, Kotor, Hvar, Venice, Pula, Split,

Dubrovnik (Overnight), UK

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DUBROVNIK

BARCELONA

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CIVITAVECCHIA

NAPLES

SARANDË

BRINDISI

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F R A N C E I T A L Y

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PIRAEUS

SANTORINI

KATAKOLON

SARANDË

KOTOR

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C R O A T I A

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Dr Louise Bonner

Dr Ann BirchallMajor General Patrick Cordingley DSO DScFRGS

Sir Michael Burton KCVO CMGThe Mediterranean is deceptively vast & has always both challenged & fascinated. Louise will be exploring many of these aspects from earthquakes & ecology to current environmental issues.

Sir Michael, a former diplomat who specialises in current affairs & historic subjects, will talk on the Greeks’ & Serbs’ struggle for independence form the Ottomans & Venice’s Maritime Empire.

A continuing holiday magnet, the Mediterranean offers magnificent sites & cities which tell of civilisations, trade & conflict. Patrick will be looking at the way in which conquest has been of such importance to the development of the countries along the route.

Dr Anne Birchall, classical archaeologist formerly at the British Museum, will talk about the controversial history of the Partheon, the original Olympic Games & the prehistoric context of the volcanic island of Santorini (Thera).

GUEST SPEAKERS GUEST SPEAKERS


1699 1889 2799INSIDE OUSTIDE BALCONY

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Carcassonne, France

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Call our Specialist Consultants now on 0330 303 8535Standard Fare terms and conditions apply. £50 On board bar credit per cabin on selected itineraries only. *Saver Fare T&Cs: Y & Z GTYS cabins Unnumbered cabins, which may be berthed on arrival, Pay in full at time of booking, 100% cancellation charges, Non-refundable, Parking/UK transfers not included, No Discovery Club discounts permitted, No Back to Back discounts permitted, For usual booking conditions, book available numbered cabins, Not combinable with any other offer. Early booking offer ends 31 Aug 14. Flights are economy, based from London and all fares are per person in £sterling based on two adults sharing. Please note prices are correct at the time of going to print and are subject to change and availability without prior notice. Every effort has been made to ensure that the fares advertised are correct, however customers are advised to call www.cruise.co.uk before booking. Please note Voyages Of Discovery terms and conditions also apply which can be found on their website. Deposits paid are non-refundable. Holiday insurance is required. We are approved agents of Voyages Of Discovery and we hold the right to withdraw any offers without prior notice. †Complimentary Chauffeur Service to the port or airport for category 00 cabins or above, applies within 75 miles of London or Manchester airports (where VOD have arranged flights) or the UK port- supplementary rates apply for longer distances. Chauffeur service only applicable when booking a cruise package. E&OE

MV Voyager • 15 nights • 16 Apr - 1 May ‘15

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GUEST SPEAKERSProfessor James FloydBSc, MSc,PhD, CGeol, FSA (Scot), FGSThe Azores & Madeira archipelagos include some of the most interesting & spectacular volcanic islands in the western hemisphere where intermittent activity still continues. James’ lectures will describe & illustrate the fascinating geological history of the region in relation to the very successful Plate Tectonics.

Paul & Lucy KayWith many years of underwater photography & marine conservation they will share their experiences & take you into their underwater world

Dr Paul Brown will also be a guest speaker on this departure.

M A D E I R AFUNCHAL

LISBON

ST PETER PORT

PRAIA DA VITORIA

PORTSMOUTH

HORTA

LA CORUÑA

A Z O R E S

E N G L A N D

P O R T U G A L

PONTA DELGADA

S P A I N

C E L T I C S E A

YOUR ITINERARYDay 1 Portsmouth

Day 2 St Peter Port (Guernsey)The Channel Islands are an unspoilt corner of the British Isles with a character of their own. Street names’ are in French, yet the currency and language are English. At approximately 38 square kilometres Guernsey is the second largest of the Islands and St Peter Port, the principal town of this peaceful haven, is a quiet oasis of charm and sophistication.

Day 3 At Sea

Day 4 La Coruna (Spain)According to local beliefs, La Coruña was an ancient city founded by Hercules. Celts, Phoenicians and Romans have occupied the city, which, surrounded by ocean, has long been a point of departure. Perhaps the greatest event in its history took place in 1588 when 130 galleons of the Spanish Armada sailed from the harbour to attack England. One year later the English fleet under Sir Francis Drake attacked the port – a reprisal ultimately repelled by the people of La Coruña inspired by the city’s heroine Maria Pita. The modern city, capital of the Spanish province bearing the same name, is a gateway to the pilgrimage city of Santiago de Compostela.

Day 5 & 6 At Sea (2 Days)

Day 7 Praia De Vitoria (The Azores)Originally called ‘Ilha de Jesus Cristo’, Terceira was so called, as it was the third island of the Azores to be discovered. It is the second largest after São Miguel. Praia da Vitoria is gateway to this island where a kaleidoscope of scents, shapes and colours are all part of a contrasting landscape. Angra do Heroismo, which is the island’s capital, is on the UNESCO list of World Patrimony.

Day 8 Horta (The Azores)Through the centuries Horta has been a welcome sight for sailors drawn to the shelter of its harbour. It is the principal town on the island of Faial, which is one of the nine volcanic islands of the Azores archipelago, one of the most isolated spots in the North Atlantic. Yet the volcanic nature of the island belies its colourful landscape. Pretty windmills sit among lavender shrubs and a blue haze rises above fields of hydrangeas – the colour from which ‘The Blue Island’ of Faial earns its name.

Day 9 Ponta Delgada (The Azores)Most of the nine Azorean islands have been defined by a cataclysmic earthquake or volcanic eruption. São Miguel’s darkest hour occurred in 1522, when Vila Franco do Camp o – its original capital, was engulfed by a mudslide following a mighty earthquake. The survivors resettled at Ponta Delgada and 24 years later it became the island’s new capital. In the past 20 years the town has seen rapid expansion bringing the archipelago its first university, shopping mall, international-class hotels and dual carriageway. Yet Ponta Delgada main-tains a relaxed tempo and is an ideal starting point to explore the subtleties of the island’s spectacular landscape.

Day 10 At Sea

Day 11 Funchal (Maderia)Madeira’s bustling capital Funchal is built around its harbour and spreads up the sides of steep mountains. The lively and historic port is full of narrow streets, pavement cafés, restaurants, gardens and museums. Its 15th century cathedral and scalloped paving stones of Praça do Municipio count among the landmarks, while overhead a cable car – the city’s latest addition – glides from the Botanical Gardens to the lofty heights of Monte.

Day 12 At Sea

Day 13 Lisbon (Portugal)Throughout its long history, Celts, Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths and Moors all ruled over LISBON for a time. Following its conquest from the Moors in 1147 it fell under the rule of the Christian Portuguese. Sights of interest are the Belem Tower and Jeronimos Monastery, both world heritage sites, the April 25th Bridge, sister to the Golden Gate, and the towering Christ the King statue.

Day 14 & 15 At Sea (2 Days)

Day 16 Portsmouth

Sao Migue; Furnas Valley, The Azores

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