The 2012 Turquoise Coast & Islands of the Eastern Aegean Cruise
7 day Greek Islands and Turkey Cruise aboard the S/Y PANORAMA II from
Marmaris or Rhodes
The Alpha Cruises Experience
Enjoy a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery, unravelling the wonders of the Turquoise Coast of Turkey and the Greek Islands of Eastern Aegean. Each day you will discover a new port of call, a hidden cove with crystal blue waters to cool you, a glimpse of ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you.
TThe Sailing Cruiser Panorama
The PANORAMA II was launched in 2004. This state of the art sail cruiser has
sailed all around the Mediterranean and offers the highest standard of
accommodation, comfort and safety.
Life On Board
During the day, life on board centers around the outdoor areas including the
2 bars and the sun deck. In the evening you can relax in one of the ship’s
indoor lounge or have a drink while enjoying the views from the spectacular
outdoor bar lounge.
The swimming platform on PANORAMA II enables you to swim when weather and
anchorage conditions permit.
The Cabins
The PANORAMA’s cabins are located on 3 decks and are finished with
beautifully crafted wooden furniture and light fabrics. Cabins on the Upper
and main decks are equipped with windows while cabins on the lower deck have
portholes. The fully equipped bathrooms are finished with marble. All cabins
are air-conditioned and fitted with TV, telephone (for internal use),
hairdryers, mini-fridge, central music, public address system and safe
boxes.
CRUISE ITINERARY - DEPARTURE FROM MARMARIS
FRIDAY:
Marmaris, Turkey - Embarkation 3 to 4 pm. Rhodes Greece - This evening we reach Rhodes, the city famous for its amazing fortified Old City, one of the best preserved Medieval settlement in Europe. Overnight in Rhodos port.
SATURDAY:
Rhodes Greece - All day in Rhodes. Your optional excursion will also include a visit to the fishing village of Lindos and to the nearby Acropolis of Lindos. In the afternoon, we sail for the Island of Symi.
Symi Greece - In the evening, we reach the quaint port of Symi with its typical architecture and lively atmosphere. Late at night we will sail north. Overnight at sea.
SUNDAY:
Patmos Greece - In the morning we will stop at an island for a short
swim stop (weather permitting). Mid day we arrive at magnificent Patmos, the
Island of St. John's exile. Your optional Patmos afternoon excursion
includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto and Monastery of St.
John and the historic centre of the medieval town of Chora. Overnight in
port.
MONDAY:
Kusadasi Turkey - The bustling port of Kusadasi is your gateway to Ephesus, one of the greatest classical sites of the Mediterranean. The white marble library, the marble theatre and the Roman baths will show the facets of Ancient Greek and Roman culture. Morning excursion to Ephesus. Overnight in port.
TUESDAY:
Didim Turkey - Didim, home of the antique city of Didyma was
successively a Mycenaean, Cretan, Persian, Roman and Byzantine settlement.
The optional excursions showcases the Oracle Shrine of Apollo and the
Ancient city of Miletus once a powerful Ionian and is considered to have
given birth to Western philosophy and to Thales in particular. Overnight in
port.
WEDNESDAY:
Didim Turkey - We leave Didim in the early hours to sail to Bodrum.
Bodrum Turkey - Today we reach Bodrum known in the Antiquity as Halicarnassus, the capital city of Caria Kingdom. Herodotus the father of History was born here. Centuries later the Knight of St. John took over the city and built St. Peter's Castle. Our optional excursion includes the Halicarnassus site, the castle and the Mausoleum, once one of the Seven Wonders of the World. We leave Bodrum after dinner for a night sailing to Fethiye.
THURSDAY:
Fethiye Turkey - The city was very prominent and a centre of prophecy, pledged to Apollon. That the city life was rich and highly cultured during the Hellenistic and Roman periods is evident from the existing monuments. Today the majority of ancient ruins in Telmessos are rock-tombs, Lycian-type sarcophagi, the fortress and the Roman Theatre. Your morning excursion will also bring you to Pinara.
After lunch you will return to port and board the HALIS TEMEL to sail to the
Cleopatra Sunken baths site. After a last swim and farewell dinner, we sail
to Marmaris.
Marmaris Turkey - Arrival late at night and overnight in port.
FRIDAY:
Marmaris Turkey - Disembarkation after 9.30
CRUISE ITINERARY - DEPARTURE FROM RHODES
SATURDAY:
Rhodes Greece - Afternoon embarkation in port 15:00 to 16:30 hrs.. At 17:00 hrs. we sail for Symi.
Symi Greece - In the evening, we reach the quaint port of Symi with its typical architecture and lively atmosphere.
Late at night we will sail north. Overnight at sea.
SUNDAY:
Patmos Greece - In the morning we will stop at an island for a short swim stop (weather permitting). Mid day we arrive at magnificent Patmos, the Island of St. John's exile.Your optional Patmos afternoon excursion includes two UNESCO World Heritage Sites, the Grotto and Monastery of St. John and the historic centre of the medieval town of Chora. Overnight in port.
MONDAY:
Kusadasi Turkey - The bustling port of Kusadasi is your gateway to Ephesus, one of the greatest classical sites of the Mediterranean. The white marble library, the marble theatre and the Roman baths will show the facets of Ancient Greek and Roman culture. Morning excursion to Ephesus. Overnight in port.
TUESDAY:
Kusadasi Turkey - Early morning sailing to Didim.
Didim Turkey - Didim, home of the antique city of Didyma was
successively a Mycenaean, Cretan, Persian, Roman and Byzantine settlement.
The optional excursions showcases the Oracle Shrine of Apollo and the
Ancient city of Miletus once a powerful Ionian and is considered to have
given birth to Western philosophy and to Thales in particular.
Overnight in port.
WEDNESDAY:
Didim Turkey - We leave Didim in the early hours to sail to Bodrum.
Bodrum Turkey - Today we reach Bodrum known in the Antiquity as Halicarnassus, the capital city of Caria Kingdom. Herodotus the father of History was born here. Centuries later the Knight of St. John took over the city and built St. Peter's Castle. Our optional excursion includes the Halicarnassus site, the castle and the Mausoleum, once one of the Seven Wonders of the World. We leave Bodrum after dinner for a night sailing to Fethiye.
THURSDAY:
Fethiye Turkey - We arrive at Fethiye, known as Telmessos in ancient times. The city was very prominent and a centre of prophecy, pledged to Apollon. That the city life was rich and highly cultured during the Hellenistic and Roman periods is evident from the existing monuments. Today the majority of ancient ruins in Telmessos are rock-tombs, Lycian-type sarcophagi, the fortress and the Roman Theatre. Your morning excursion will also bring you to Pinara.
After lunch you will return to port and board the HALIS TEMEL to sail to the Cleopatra Sunken baths site.
After a last swim and farewell dinner, we sail to Marmaris.
Marmaris Turkey - Arrival late at night and overnight in port.
FRIDAY:
Marmaris Turkey - Time for an optional morning 1/2 day excursion and day at leisure to visit a local beach. In the afternoon we leave for Rhodes.
Rhodes Greece - This evening we reach Rhodes, the city famous for its amazing fortified Old City, one of the best preserved Medieval settlement in Europe. Overnight in Rhodos port.
SATURDAY:
Rhodes Greece -Disembarkation 9:00 to 10:00 hrs.
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The Turquoise Coast &
Islands of the
Eastern Aegean 2012
8 DAYS CRUISE ON THE S/Y PANORAMA II
SAILING DATES FROM MARMARIS
SAILING DATES FROM RHODES
September 21
September 22
10 % discount on cruise fare for all dates shown in red
10 % discount on cruise fare for all dates shown in red
CABIN CATEGORIES & RATES
(From Marmaris)
CABIN CATEGORIES & RATES
(From Rhodes)
Cat B Lower Deck –Double bedded Cabins
€ 1,300
Cat B Lower Deck –Double bedded Cabins
€ 1,300
Cat A Lower Deck – Twin or Double bedded
Cabins
€ 1,450
Cat A Lower Deck – Twin or Double bedded
Cabins
€ 1,450
Cat M
Main or Upper deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins
€ 1,900
Cat M
Main or Upper deck – Twin or Double bedded Cabins
Accommodation in double or twin cabins with private SH/WC & air
conditioning
Full board: American buffet breakfast and 2 meals daily,
including a Welcome Cocktail, a Turkish Night , fun BBQ (weather permitting)
and Captain’s Dinner.
Regular (filter) coffee, tea and still mineral
water free all day.
Use of fishing and snorkeling equipment (subject to availability).
Multilingual Cruise Escort.
Not included:
Beverages (except those mentioned above)
Shore excursions on the islands or other land arrangements
Crew tips
Passenger personal expenses
Itineraries can be changed at the discretion of Alpha Cruises and of the Vessel's Captain in case of adverse weather conditions - winds of 6/7 beaufort or more depending on the vessel- on port authorities not allowing a vessel to leave port or in case of other extraordinary conditions. Such itinerary changes do not entitle automatically passengers to any refunds but Alpha Cruises guarantees that passengers are disembarked at the advertised port of disembarkation on time for their flights
CRUISE TERMS & CONDITIONS
PAYMENT: 25% deposit is required upon confirmation. Balance of
payment is due no less than 60 days prior to day of embarkation. CHILD REDUCTION Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin
with two paying adults receive a 50% discount. Children between the ages of
10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount. Port
taxes are not discounted. CANCELLATIONS 25% of the cruise for any written cancellation received
between 60 to 31 days prior to sailing; 50% up to 16 days prior to sailing;
full cruise fare for written cancellations received less than the 16th day
prior to sailing or for “no shows” even if cancellation is due to unforeseen
circumstances beyond passenger’s control. Cancellations must be confirmed by
ALPHA CRUISES in writing in all cases. AMENDMENTS There may be a charge for amendments of cruise date or
decreasing guest numbers received less than 60 days prior to sailing.
Amendments must be confirmed by ALPHA CRUISES in writing. NOT INCLUDED IN CRUISE FARE Such personal expenses as drinks (other
than included in the rate), laundry and gratuities, (gratuities are optional
but as a rule, satisfied clients are expected to give to the captain, at the
end of the cruise approximately USD 12.00-15.00 p/p p/day for distribution
among crew members) medical expenses, port taxes, shore excursions (shore
excursions are proposed and arranged on board by the tour leaders)
expenditures incurred ashore, and anything not mentioned in cruise program.
