TRAVEL PLAN

WEDNESDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER
Pula, Croatia
Guests embark Hebridean Spirit in Pula.

THURSDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER
Pula, Croatia
We arrive on the southern coast of the Istrian peninsula and take a walking tour of Pula.This charming town is known for its many surviving Roman buildings, most famous of which is the first century Arena, one of the best-preserved amphitheatres in the world.We also see the triumphal Arch of Sergius, the Temple of Apollo and Roman city gates. Guests can lunch ashore and enjoy free time in the afternoon.

FRIDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER
Split, Croatia – See Privately Escorted Tour Highlights
We take a guided morning tour of Split and its old town, which comprises the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Diocletian’s Palace, built between the late third and early fourth centuries by the Roman emperor Diocletian.The Venetian Republic took control of Split from 1420 to 1797, adding to the Palace’s architectural mix with Romanesque churches and Renaissance buildings. Our tour includes the Cathedral of St Duje (the patron saint of Split), built in the Middle Ages from the remains of the Roman mausoleum.There is the opportunity for lunch ashore, after which guests can relax on Bavice Beach.

SATURDAY 27TH SEPTEMBER
Rab, Croatia
In the morning, we explore Rab Town on foot. Founded by the Romans, fortified in the 12th century and sold to Venice in 1409, the town has several interesting landmarks. These include its four famous belltowers, the 16th century Church of St Justin, its Romanesque Cathedral and the Museum of Sacral Art, whose collection includes the 12th century crucifix of the Hungarian-Croatian King Koloman. Guests can lunch ashore and take an afternoon swim on one of the nearby beaches.

SUNDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER
Koper, Slovenia – See Privately Escorted Tour Highlights
We drive to the Postojna Caves, where we board trains for a fascinating tour of 20 kilometres of galleries, tunnels and halls. A huge variety of cave formations, or speleothems, can be seen as the train travels towards Great Mountain, where guests dismount for a walking tour.There is an opportunity for lunch ashore, followed by an afternoon walking tour of Koper.This port town was the capital of Venetian Istria and has a well-preserved historic centre with a Romanesque cathedral. Guests will have time to stroll around its many shops and cafes.

MONDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
Chioggia, Italy – See Privately Escorted Tour Highlights
In the morning, the ship’s tenders take guests ashore for a walking tour of Chioggia, a picturesque fishing village at the southern end of the Venetian lagoon. Notable sights include the Church of San Domenico and the Duomo.We return to ship for lunch on board as we sail to Venice, disembarking for an evening shore excursion. Guests will enjoy drinks and music outside the Gran Caffè Quadri on St Mark’s Square, followed by a private visit to the Basilica. Venice’s Cathedral is a superb example of Byzantine architecture, opulently designed and nicknamed La Chiesa d’Oro (‘the church of gold’) because of its lavish gilding.

TUESDAY 30TH SEPTEMBER
Venice, Italy
A full day in Venice, starting with a walking tour which takes in the floating city’s breathtakingly romantic architecture, including the Doge’s Palace, built between 1309 and 1424, and the Ca d’Oro (‘golden house’), one of the most beautiful palazzi on the Grand Canal. Guests will enjoy a gondola ride through the waterways and can lunch ashore. In the afternoon, there is free time to explore, relax and shop.

WEDNESDAY 1ST OCTOBER
Trieste, Italy
Guests disembark Hebridean Spirit in Trieste.

2 Gala Dinners

ROUTE MAP

PRIVATELY ESCORTED TOUR HIGHLIGHTS

FRIDAY 26TH SEPTEMBER
DIOCLETIAN’S PALACE
The Palace’s labyrinth of cobblestone streets is home to a remarkable collection of historic buildings over an area that spans 38,000 square metres.

SUNDAY 28TH SEPTEMBER
POSTOJNA CAVES
Highlights of the caves include the spectacular Conference Hall, which has been the venue for dances and concerts for 180 years, and the Brilliant Passage, home of the Brilliant stalagmite, symbol of the Postojna Caves.

MONDAY 29TH SEPTEMBER
ST MARK’S BASILICA
A symbol of Venetian wealth and power from the 11th century on, the Cathedral was repeatedly embellished with columns and friezes that Venetian vessels had sourced from ancient buildings in the Orient.

PRICES

Pricing Plan Per Person for 24th Sept 2008 - 1st Oct 2008
Single Cabin	Tariff Price	Best Price from *	Cabin Details	Virtual Tour
Price Category E1	£5,264	£4,316
Price Category D1	£5,420	£4,444
Price Category C1	£5,992	£4,913
Double Cabin
Price Category E2	£4,264	£3,496
Price Category D2	£4,424	£3,628
Price Category C2	£4,892	£4,011
Price Category B2	£6,388	£5,238
Suite
Price Category A	£7,536	£6,180

Price includes private return flights, transfers, privately escorted tours, all meals, specially selected wines, spirits and champagne on board, gratuities, port and passenger taxes.

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