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Italy-Croatia-Greek Isles-Turkey

17 night Fully Escorted Fly/Cruise Crown Princess

Departs: Australia 27th May 2009
Price:  from $7699.00 per person twin share.

Day 1 - 27 May 2009 Wednesday - Depart Australia

Today make your way to the international airport for your Singapore Airlines flight to Singapore. On arrival there will be a complimentary transfer to your hotel. Overnight accommodation is arranged at a Singapore Airlines stopover hotel plus late checkout.
Accommodation: Rendezvous Hotel or similar.

Day 2 - 28 May 2009 Thursday - Singapore - Milan

Today is at leisure. Your vouchers include unlimited use of the SIA “HOP-ON-HOP-OFF BUS” that travels through the main tourist belt throughout the day. These vouchers also give you free admission to selected attractions: Sentosa Island Resort, National Orchid Garden, Singapore River Cruises, Jurong Bird Park, Singapore Zoo, Malay Heritage Centre (new)
This evening you will be transferred to Changi Airport for your onward flight to Milan.

Day 3 - 29 May 2009 Friday - Milan - Venice

On arrival in Milan you will be transferred to Venice by coach. On arrival in Venice you will board our cruise ship, the Crown Princess.  This evening the ship is in port in Venice.  You may like to join your tour escort for an evening out at the Rialto, or take a Gondola ride.  Time to purchase some famous Venetian glass, or visit the Ferrari Shop.

Day 4 - 30 May 2009 Saturday - Venice - Cruise

This morning is spent in Venice and the ship sails at 1:00PM - Be sure to be up on deck for one of the highlights as we cruise out of Venice. Time now to relax and enjoy all the facilities the Crown Princess has to offer.

Day 5 - 31 May 2009 Sunday - Dubrovnik

Today you will experience another major highlight, the walled city of Dubrovnik, voted by our 2008 group as second only to cruising out of Venice. A tour of the Old Town explores the stone-paved streets inside the 16th century bastions. See Onofrio's fountain and the Rector's Palace and the city walls, as well as the Franciscan and Dominican monasteries. 

Day 6 - 1 June 2009 Monday - Corfu

The lush island of Corfu lies in the Ionian Sea half way between Greece and Italy. The old town with its narrow streets and small plazas is a mix of the medieval and modern. The island offers some of the finest coastal scenery in the Mediterranean.

Day 7 - 2 June 2009 Tuesday - Katakolon (Olympia)

Perched on the west coast of the Peleponnesus, Greece's largest peninsular is this sleepy village and the gateway to Olympia, the sight of the first Olympic Games which were held in 776BC and where the sacred flame burns eternally in the Stadium. 

Day 8 - 3 June 2009 Wednesday - Piraeus (Athens)

Piraeus is the port of Athens. There are many sights to see in Athens, the Acropolis with the Parthenon, the Plaka area with traditional tavernas, cafes, and a world famous flee market. This modern city of 4.5 million people is a huge contrast with modern day buildings and ancient sites scattered around the city. Other attractions to see are the Tomb of the Unkown Soldier, Marathon Way and Parliament House.

Day 9 - 4 June 2009 Thursday - Mykonos

Mykonos town features hip boutiques, jewelry stores, tavernas and cafes. The island’s famed windmills and “Little Venice” are a short walk from the seafront. This island is also known for his beautiful beaches. There will be the opportunity to take an optional excursion to the neighboring island of Delos if you so wish. 

Day 10 - 5 June 2009 Friday - Kusadasi

Whitewashed stone houses rise in tiers behind the market district, and the cities medieval stone walls. The palm lined boulevard is the centre of town life, with thousands of merchants offering wares to rival the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. Nearby are the ancient ruins of Ephesus. We recommend the tour that visits the Vrigin Mary's house enroute to these famous marble ruins.

Day 11 - 6 June 2009 Saturday - Rhodes

The Colossus of Rhodes (one of the 7 Wonders of the Ancient World) is reputed to have stood guard over the entrance of the harbour. Today the  bronze statues of a stag and doe on columns stand guard to the harbour entrance. The walled city of the Knights of St John is a city you can walk around  but comfortable walking shoes are a must.

Day 12 - 7 June 2009 Sunday - Sanotrini

They say a a picture paints a thousand words and Santorini is no exception. This is one of the most dramatic seascapes in the Mediterranean. You may like to take an optional excursion to visit Thira and the surrounding area or simply stroll the village taking in breathtaking scenery with every step.

Day 13 - 8 June 2009 Monday - at sea

At Sea - Time to relax and enjoy all that the Crown Princess has to offer.

Day 14 - 9 June 2009 Tuesday - Naples

Naples is a thriving metropolis famous for its stately buildings, crowded streets, pizza and notoriously bad traffic. This beautiful city is rich in centuries old culture and customs. It is the gateway to the Isle of Capri, the Amalfi coast and Pompei.

Day 15 - 10 June 2009 Wednesday - Rome (Civitavechia)

Today is disembarkation day as the cruise comes to an end. A transfer will be provided to your hotel the Grand Hotel Palatino.The rest of the day is free. This evening join your tour escort to see the Trevi Fountain.

Day 16 - 11 June 2009 Thursday - Rome

Rome- Today is at leisure.  We recommend a HOP-ON-HOP-OFF OPEN AIR BUS tour taking in some of Romes most historic sites such as the Colloseum, Piazza Navona, The Forum, Vatican City, and Pantheon, In the evening you may like to dine out at a local restaurant.

Day 17 - 12 June 2009 Friday - Singpore

Today our tour comes to an end. After checking out from our hotel it is time to transfer to the airport for our homeward flight. For those who are travelling home to Australia a transfer will be provided to the airport for our Singapore Airlines evening flight home.
Those extending their travels in Europe will continue on their journeys today.

Day 18 - 13 June 2009 Saturday - Singapore - Australia

Arrive Home.

EXTENSIONS ARE AVAILABLE - Call 1 300 888 999 for information on recommended post tours.

PRICE: Departing Australia from $7699* per person in a twin or double inside cabin. $8999* per person twin share/double in a balcony cabin,per person or an Outside cabin  $7999 per person share twin/double. A single supplement is available on request.  This tour offers outstanding value for money includes all meals & entertainment on board. 

 *Please note taxes & fuel surcharges quoted were current as at 17/7/08 and are subject to change up until the time of ticket issue.  

(Cruise only rates start from $3100 inside cabin per person) 

 DEPOSIT: A non-refundable deposit of $750 per person will secure your cabin on this wonderful cruise.

 REGISTRATION:To register sinmply complete the Registration Form and return this with your deposit.  .
Please click here for Registration Form

BALANCE: Payment due  27 February 2009 

INCLUDED 

• Return economy air travel with Singapore Airlines to Milan and return from Rome
• 1.5 nights in Singapore in first class accommodation with transfers
• Free hop on hop off bus in Singapore
• 1 hr local boat cruise from Boat Quary
• 12 nights Luxury Mediterranean Cruise as outlined in the itinerary.
• Transfers by air conditioned transport
• 2 nights stopover in Rome in a centrally located hotel
• Transfers from Port in Rome to Hotel
• Transfers from Hotel to the Airport
• Services of an experienced Diploma Tour Director
• Specialised local guides in each port of call while participating on Optional Excursions
• All meals and entertainment on Board Ship
• Port Charges, government fees & air taxes*

NOT INCLUDED

• Meals not listed in the itinerary
• Items of a personal nature
• Passports
• Courier & visa fees if applicable
• $40 file administration fee
• Travel Insurance
• Turkish visa fee (US$29) payable on arrival
  

CANCELLATION POLICY & AMENDMENT COSTS:

• Your deposit of $750 per person is non-refundable.
• Cancellation 90 days or more prior to sailing  -  loss of deposit
• Cancellation 90 to 61 days prior to sailing - 35% of total fare
• Cancellation 60 to 30 days prior to sailing -  60% of  total fare
• Cancellation less than 30 days prior to sailing/ No Shows - 100% off total fare

Should you cancel your confirmed reservation, Diploma Travel will charge a cancellation fee of 10% of the purchase price of your holiday in addition to the charges levied by Suppliers.

PASSPORT AND VISA
You must have a current passport with at least six months validity from the date of your final flight home to Australia.  Australian Passport Holders travelling on this group tour do not need to obtain visas prior to departure.  If you are travelling on any other passport you should advise your Diploma travel consultant at the time of booking so that visa requirements can be checked.

FREQUENT FLYER OPTIONS Once we are within booking range, and If you have frequent flyer points, you might consider checking with the airlines what frequent flyer  options are available to you.

TRAVEL INSURANCE: A condition of travel on Diploma World Travel group tours is that all passengers must obtain adequate travel insurance prior to departure. Travel insurance should include cover for unexpected cancellation fees, medical emergencies, etc. Please visit www.insuranceombudsman.com.au.    Visit www.diplomatravel.com.au for further information.

This tour should be read in conjunction with the Diploma World Travel Service Booking Form & Terms of Trade, located at www.diplomatravel.com.au.