MS Caledonian Sky - Noble Caledonia

MS Caledonian Sky 

Exploring the World by Small Ship 

2012-2013

Welcome Aboard 

the MS Caledonian Sky 

Formerly known as ‘Hebridean Spirit’, the MS Caledonian Sky will begin her new life with Noble Caledonia on 12 May 2012 and 

we are delighted to announce further details pertaining to the voyages she will be undertaking. No doubt many who sailed on her 

previously will remember her with great affection and for us she is the ideal partner for the MS Island Sky. Both were built in the 

same yard and at similar times and share the same excellent attributes that make them two of the finest small ships in the world. 

For the summer of 2012 she will be joining her sister vessel the MS Island Sky on a series of cruises around the British Isles and 

Ireland before venturing north to circumnavigate Iceland. We continue to Norway, sailing all the way along the breathtakingly 

beautiful fjord coastline to Tromso within the Arctic Circle. Before returning to the United Kingdom, she will undertake a cruise 

beyond the North Cape to Russia’s little known White Sea, a remarkable area where the highlight of the trip will be the remote 

Solovetsky Islands. 

The MS Caledonian Sky then ventures back to Iceland before crossing the Denmark Strait and exploring the western coast of 

Greenland before cruising along the eastern coast of Canada. We then make our way along the eastern coast of North America and 

our time there coincides with the spectacular autumnal scenery. On our way to the South Pacific where we spend Christmas and 

New Year we have just over two months of exploration in Central and South America where highlights such as Cuba, Costa Rica, 

traversing the Panama Canal and sailing along the Pacific coastline as far south as the Chilean Fjords are too numerous to mention. 

After spending the festive season in the South Seas, we cross to New Zealand for two cruises around the islands of this stunningly 

beautiful country and a voyage that sails from New Zealand to explore the remote beauty of Tasmania. Later in 2013 we also visit 

the Russian Far East with all its natural wonders before two cruises in the Great Land of Alaska where due to the size of our vessel 

we can explore the hidden bays and channels that the big ships just can’t access. 

If you like the MS Island Sky, we are sure you will also approve of her sister. And of course, it is important that we offer the very 

best of facilities. However, equally as important are the staff on board whether they are the vessel’s crew or our own expedition 

staff. Noble Caledonia’s reputation has been built on providing the very best in all areas. Our crew of 74 not only offer an excellent 

service they are also noted for their kindness and attention to detail. A well run ship with a warm atmosphere is what we are known 

for and it is because most of our crew have been with us for many years that we are able to engender such an atmosphere. 

Another hugely important factor is our expedition team and guest speakers, many of whom have been with us since our early days. 

They are in control of the day to day programme and shore visits and do their utmost to make every day special. Their knowledge, 

enthusiasm and warmth make every trip a unique event and unlike most cruise vessels, we rarely repeat the same itinerary. 

If you have travelled on the MS Island Sky, then you know all this to be true, but we seek to re-assure you that the same ethos will 

apply to the MS Caledonian Sky and we hope that you will soon have the opportunity to experience her for yourself. 

We look forward to welcoming you onboard. 

Andrew Cochrane 

Managing Director - Noble Caledonia, January 2012 

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Contents 

04-09 Vessel Information 

10-13 Exploring Ashore, Expedition 

Cruising & the Onboard Team 

14-15 Sailing to the Isles 

16-17 A Circumnavigation of Iceland 

18-19 Exploring the White Sea 

20-21 The Norwegian Fjords in Mid Summer 

22-23 Passage North 

24-25 Epic Iceland 

26-27 Passage to Greenland 

28-29 Viking Trail to the Americas 

30-33 Autumn Colours in North America 

34-35 New England in the Fall & the 

Colonial South 

36-37 Cuba to Costa Rica 

38-39 The Secret Worlds of Two Oceans 

40-41 From the Mountains to the Desert 

42-43 Chile - Sailing South 

44-45 In the Wake of the Bounty 

46-47 Nomads of the Wind 

48-51 New Zealand Coastal Voyage 

52-53 Natural Wonders of New Zealand 

54-57 Antipodean Odyssey 

58-61 Passage to Kamchatka 

62-63 Fire & Ice in the Far Arctic 

64-65 Great Land of Alaska 

66-67 Natural Wonders of Alaska 

68-71 Extensions 

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The MS Caledonian Sky 

Due to the refurbishment of the MS Caledonian Sky which is currently underway, there 

are very few internal images available. The vessel is spending the winter of 2011/2012 

in a yard in Sweden where she will be treated to seven months of ‘TLC’ ensuring she 

is in sparkling form for her arrival in London in May 2012. 

We are fortunate that she is already in excellent shape but her recent history as a 

private yacht does mean that certain changes have to be made both to the suite 

arrangements and public areas. The recent owner has lavished funds on areas such as 

outside teak decks, and stainless steel railings but it is our intention to add a number 

of extra private balconies and bring back the style for which she was justly famous. 

For those familiar with the MS Island Sky she will feel like a second home, although 

there are some differences. The dining room, lounge, Lido Deck and bar are all 

similar. However, the ‘Club’ on the MS Caledonian Sky has been transported to the 

very top deck. Here, there is a library and bar which leads out on to a lovely forward 

deck. The ‘Club’ has wonderful views with ceiling to floor windows. 

Deck Plan 

Bridge Deck 

Panorama Deck 

Promenade Deck 

Caledonian Deck 

Castle Deck 

Standard Suites (Forward) 

Standard Suites 

Superior Suites 

Technical Information 

Cruising speed: 11 knots 

Length overall: 90.6 m 

Width overall: 15.3m 

Draught maximum: 4.2m 

Premium Suites 

Panorama Lounge 

Flag/Registry: Bahamas 

Built: 1991 

Tonnage: 4200 

Guest capacity: 114 

Premium Balcony Suites 

Deluxe Balcony Suites Owner’s Corner Suites with Balcony 

Classed by: BV 

Upgraded: 2010 & 

2011/2012 

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Hairdresser 

Gym 

WC 

433 431 

434 432 

Buffet Pantry 

Hotel 

Manager’s 

Office 

Reception 

511 509 507 505 

512 510 508 506 

Chief 

Engineer 

Captain 

427 425 423 421 419 417 415 

428 426 424 422 

347 345 343 341 339 335 333 331 329 

348 346 344 342 340 338 336 334 332 330 

261 259 257 255 

262 260 258 256 254 252 250 

420 418 416 414 

For those guests who are familiar with the vessel in her former life as the Hebridean 

Spirit, we have listed the individual suite names on the adjacent page and we will be 

updating our website with images of the vessel once the work is completed. 

Doctor

Your Suite 

Panorama Deck 

edonian Sky 

orner Suite (Deck 4) 

Onboard there are 57 exceptionally spacious and well designed suites. The 

passenger accommodation Bridge is arranged Deck 

Prem ium Suite (Deck 4) over four decks and all suites have outside 

views. All feature 431, a sitting 432, 433, room 434 area and some have private balconies. Each affords 

considerable comfort with en-suite bathroom 433 431 

427 425 

featuring a country style wash basin, hot 

Panorama Deck 

towel rack and vanity unit with sink and walk-in shower and/or bath tub. Panorama Deck 

s on board Caledonian Sky 

Facilities in the suites also Promenade include Deck walk-in or spacious 

wardrobes, dressing table with large mirror and stool 

or desk, mini-fridge, flat screen television, telephone, 

programmable electronic safe, hairdryer, assorted 

Bridge Deck 

Molton Brown toiletries, air-conditioning and heating. 

Bottled water, Owner’s towelling Corner Suite (Deck dressing 4) gowns and slippers 

414, 415 Caledonian Deck 433 431, 431432, 

433, 434 

are also provided for your comfort. 

Standard Suite Forward (Deck 2) Suite Categories 

434 432 

Balcony Suite (Deck 4) Prem ium Suite (Deck 4) 

, 423, 424, 425, 

, 428 

250, 252 

434 432 

Promenade 

Panorama 

Deck 

Deck 

Castle Deck 

511 509 507 505 

Castle Deck 

In keeping with the tradition of the ‘Hebridean Spirit’ and the Caledonian Sky’s former life, each Suite has its own name in addition to a number. 

Superior Suite (Deck 3) 

329, 330, 331, 332, 

333, 334, 335, 336, 

338, 339, 340, 341, 

342, 343, 344, 345, 

346, 347, 348 

Standard Castle Suites Deck (Forward) – Standard Forward Premium Suites Suite The two Premium Balcony SuitesStandard 

Suites (Forward) 

Caledonian Bridge Deck Deck 


Standard Forward Suites Suites on the Corner Castle SuitesDeck 

measure Deluxe Balcony Suites Standard Suites 

Bridge Deck 

22.7 Superior square Suites metres and feature two portholes, 261 259 257en-suite 255 


Owner’s 433 Corner 431 Suite (Deck 4) 427 425 423 421 bathroom with shower and spacious wardrobes. 

419 417 415 

• Suite 254 – Kisimul Castle • Suite 259 – Crathes Castle 

• Suite 255 – Frazer Castle 

262 260 258 256 254 252 250 

• Suite 260 – Carrick Castle 

Bridge Deck 

• Castle Suite Deck 256 – Inveraray Castle • Suite 261 – Culzean Castle 

Standard Suite (Deck 2) 

Standard Suite Forward (Deck 2) 

• 254, Suite 255, 256, 257 257, – Drum 258, Castle 250, 252 • Suite 262 – Brodick Castle Deck Castle 

505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 

259, 260, 261, 262 

510, 511, 512 

• Suite 258 – Dunvegan Castle 

260 

421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 

426, 427, 428 

Standard Suites (Forward) Premium Suites 



Corner Suites 

Standard Deluxe Suites Balcony (Forward) Suites Premium Suites 


Superior Caledonian Suites Deck – Superior Suites Superior Standard Suites Suites 

on the Caledonian Deck measure 21.6 square metres Superior Suites 

and feature an en-suite bathroom with bath tub and 

shower (except for suites 329, 330 and 331 which feature 

only a shower), a spacious wardrobe and large window. 

Corner Suites 


• Suite 329 – Isle of Vatersay 

• Suite 330 - Isle of Ulva 

• Suite 331 - Isle of Tiree 

• Suite 332 - Isle of Taransay 

• Suite 333 - Isle of Soay 

• Suite 334 - Isle of Seil 

• Suite 335 - Isle 510, of 511, Scalpay 512 

• Suite 336 - Isle of Sandray 

• Suite 338 - Isle of Rona 

• Suite 339 - Isle of Pabbay 

511 509 507 505 

512 510 508 506 

428 426 424 422 

511 509 507 505 

347 512 345 510343 508341 506 

339 335 333 331 329 

348 346 

Suites on board Caledonian Sky 

423 421 419 417 415 

420 418 416 414 

Bridge Deck 

344 342 340 338 336 334 332 330 

261 259 257 255 

428 426 424 422 420 418 416 434 414 432 


262 260 258 256 254 252 Panorama 250 Deck 

347 345 343 341 339 335 333 331 329 

348 346 344 342 340 338 336 334 332 330 

512 510 508 506 

• Suite 340 - Isle of Mingulay 

• Suite 341 – Isle of Lewis 

• Suite 342 - Isle of Kerrera 

• Suite 343 - Isle of Hirta 

• Suite 344 - Isle of Hellisay 

• Suite 345 - Isle of Gunna 

421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 

• Suite 346 426, – Isle 427, of 428Gigha 

• Suite 347 - Isle of Ewe 

• Suite 348 - Isle of Eriska 

Bridge Deck 

Promenade Deck 511 509 507 505 

Castle Deck 

Panorama Deck 



512 510 508 506 

427 425 423 421 419 433 417 431 415 Caledonian Deck 427 425 423 421 419 417 415 


Deluxe Balcony Suite (Deck 5) Prem ium Balcony Suite (Deck 4) Owner’s Corner Suite (Deck 4) 

Prem ium Suite (Deck 4) 

414, 415 431, 432, 433, 434 

261 259 257 255 

428 426 424 422 420 418 416 414 

347 345 343 341 339 335 333 331 329 

511 509 507 505 

Premium Promenade Suites Deck – Premium Balcony Suites Suites Premium Suites 

on the Corner Promenade Suites Deck measure Deluxe Balcony 20.2 Suites square metres 

and feature an en-suite bathroom with shower (cabins 

431 & 432 feature a bath tub), spacious wardrobes and a 

large window. 

512 510 508 506 



433 431 

427 425 423 421 419 417 415 

• Suite 508 – Glen Lochy 

414, 415 431, 432, 433, 434 

421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 

426, 427, 428 

505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 

510, 511, 512 

329, 330, 331, 332, 

254, 255, 256, 257, 258, 

250, 252 

Deluxe Balcony Suites 

333, 334, 335, 336, 

259, 260, 261, 262 

338, 339, 340, 341, 

342, 343, 344, 345, 20.2 square 347metres 345 343and 341 339 feature 335a 

333 walk-in 331 329 wardrobe, en-suite 

346, 347, 348 

348 346 344 342 340 338 336 334 332 330 

262 260 258 256 254 252 250 

Promenade Corner Suites Deck – Owner’s Deluxe Corner Balcony Suites Balcony Suites 

The two corner suites on the Promenade Deck measure 

22.6 square metres and feature a private balcony measuring 

5.6 square metres and two forward facing portholes, a 

walk-in wardrobe and en-suite bathroom with shower. 

• Suite 414 – Clan Stewart • Suite 415 – Clan Sutherland 

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433 431 

434 432 

348 346 

434 432 

344 342 340 338 336 334 332 330 

512 510 508 506 

261 259 257 255 

262 258 256 254 252 250 



511 509 507 505 

512 510 508 506 

427 425 423 421 419 417 415 

428 426 424 422 

347 345 343 341 339 335 333 331 329 

348 346 

262 260 258 256 254 252 250 



• Suite 505 - Glen Tarbert 

• Suite 506 – Glen Shiel 

• Suite 507 – Glen Rosa 

344 342 340 338 336 334 332 330 

428 426 424 422 

• Suite 509 – Glen Kinglass 

• Suite 510 – Glen Fyne 

• Suite 511 – Glen Coe 

• Suite 512 – Glen Affric 

420 418 416 414 

Promenade Premium Balcony Standard Deck Suites Suite (Deck – Premium 2) Balcony Suites The 

Premium Balcony Suites on the Promenade Deck measure 


250, 252 

254, 255, 256, 257, 258, 

259, 260, 261, 262 

329, 330, 331, 332, 

333, 334, 335, 336, 

338, 339, 340, 341, 

342, 343, 344, 345, 

346, 347, 348 

bathroom with shower and a private balcony measuring 5.6 

square metres. 

• Suite 416 – Clan Ramsay 

• Suite 417 – Clan Ross 

261 259 257 255 

• Suite 418 – Clan Maclean 

• Suite 419 – Clan Macleod 

• Suite 420 – Clan Gordon 

• Suite 421 – Clan Erskine 

250, 252 

• Suite 422 – Clan Elliot 

420 418 416 414 


261 259 257 255 

alcony Suite (Deck 5) Prem ium Balcony Suite (Deck 4) Prem ium Suite (Deck 4) 

6, 507, 508, 509, 

421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 

414, 415 431, 432, 433, 434 433 431 

427 425 423 421 419 417 415 

1, 512 

426, 427, 428 


254, 255, 256, 257, 258, 

259, 260, 261, 262 

434 432 

• Suite 250 – Fyrie Castle 


Castle Promenade 250, 252 

Deck Deck 

262 260 258 256 254 252 250 

428 426 424 422 420 418 416 414 

262 260 258 256 254 252 250 

• Suite 252 – Rothesay Castle 

434 432 

428 426 424 422 420 418 416 414 

Castle Deck 

• Suite 431 – Clan Mackay • Suite 433 – Clan Macpherson 




• Suite 432 – Clan Mackenzie • Suite 434 – Clan Buchanan 

505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 

421, 422, 423, 424, 425, 

414, 415 431, 432, 433, 434 

347 345 343 341 339 

510, 511, 512 

335 333 331 329 

426, 427, 428 

Standard Suites (Forward) Premium Suites Standard Premium Suites Balcony (Forward) Suites Premium 347 Suites 345 343 341 339 Premium 335 333 Balcony 331 329 Suites 

Standard Castle Suites Deck – Standard Suites Corner Suites Standard Suites Deluxe on Balcony Suites 

348 346 344 342Standard 340 338 336 Suites 334 332 330 Corner Panorama Suites Deck 

Deluxe Bridge Balcony Deck Suites – Deluxe Balcony Suites Suites on the 

the Superior Castle Suites Deck measure 22.7 square metres and Superior feature Suites 

348 346 344 342 340 Bridge 338 336 Deck 334 332 measure 330 20 square metres and feature a walk- 


four port holes, an en-suite bathroom with shower and 


spacious wardrobes. 

261 259 257 255 

in wardrobe, en-suite bathroom with bath tub and shower 

511 509 507 505 

Suites on board Caledonian and a private balcony Sky measuring 4.2 square metres. 

• Suite 423 – Clan Drummond 

• Suite 424 – Clan Douglas 

• Suite 425 – Clan Campbell 

• Suite 426 – Clan Cameron 

• Suite 427 – Clan Bruce 

• Suite 428 – Clan Brodie 






329, 330, 331, 332, 

254, 255, 256, 257, 258, 

505, 506, 507, 508, 509, 

333, 334, 335, 336, 414, 415 

338, 339, 340, 341, 

342, 343, 344, 345, 

259, 260, 261, 262 431, 432, 433, 434 

346, 347, 348 

Standard Suites (Forward) Premium Suites 



MS Caledonian Sky

Your Space 

The spacious and finely decorated public rooms include 

a large lounge where daily briefings and talks will be 

provided throughout the voyage and an elegant bar 

where a pianist plays periodically throughout the day. 

The bar also features a 24-hour tea and coffee station. 

In addition there is the Club Lounge on the Panoramic 

Deck which features a bar. 

Dining on Board 

With only one sitting and a maximum 

of just over 100 passengers, the quality 

of cuisine will be of a consistent 

superior quality. Where possible and 

when it meets his high standards, our 

accomplished chef will obtain local 

produce in markets or buy the catch 

of the day from a passing fishing 

boat. Such purchases enhance the 

well stocked larders and bring a local 

touch to the varied menus. In the 

main elegant dining room, breakfast 

Typical Menu 

Welcome Dinner 

Appetizers 

The onboard travel library is the perfect place to 

relax with a book and is stocked with reference books 

pertaining to the places the vessel is visiting along with 

a selection of games and two computers with internet 

access. Daily newspapers and magazines are also 

placed in the library depending on local availability. 

is served buffet-style, with certain 

items cooked to order and lunch and 

dinner is à la carte. When weather 

permits, breakfast, a buffet-style lunch 

and dinner are also served on deck. 

To enhance your dining experience 

even further a selection of wines 

are included with lunch and dinner. 

Afternoon tea is served in the lounge 

and tea and coffee are available 24 

hours. With sufficient notice, most 

diets can be catered for on board. 

Carpaccio - Peppered Beef Tenderloin with Pesto, Truffle Oil 

Fire Roasted Red Pepper Hummus with Grilled Courgettes 

Soups 

Atlantic Shrimp Bisque 

Chilled Cantaloupe Soup with Champagne 

Salad 

Traditional Caesar Salad with Garlic Croutons 

Main Dishes 

Trellis of Salmon and Sole with Champagne, Saffron Cream Sauce, 

Basil, Spring Onion Potatoes and Pearl Vegetables 

Rack of Lamb with Herb Crust and Rosemary Gravy Mont Sauce, 

Gratin Potatoes and Asparagus 

Grilled Tenderloin Steak, Horseradish Jus with Mashed Potato 

and Bouquet of Vegetables 

Grilled Vegetables Parmigiana on a 

Plum Tomato Sauce 

Desserts 

Grand Marnier Souffle with Orange Flavoured Vanilla Custard Sauce 

Bitter Chocolate Marquise with Pistachio Ice Cream 

Seasonal Fresh Fruits 

Selection of International Cheese with 

Condiments and Crackers 

For your Comfort, Safety and Security 

Our vessel is equipped with the latest 

safety, navigation and communications 

equipment along with roll stabilisers to 

minimise the ship’s motion. The Captain 

and officers operate an open-bridge 

policy that allows passengers onto the 

bridge at most times with the exception 

of arrival and departure from port and 

during times of complicated navigation. 

Here you can check the ship’s progress 

Outside there is a rear Lido deck where meals are 

served in warm weather under shade. On the top 

deck there is a further observation and sun deck 

with bar service and comfortable deck furniture for 

sun bathing or relaxing with a book. There is also 

a small gymnasium onboard and hairdressers with 

appointments made on request. 

by charts and learn more from the 

officers about your journey. There is also 

a dedicated channel on your television 

in your suite showing the routing of the 

vessel along with technical information 

and estimated times of arrival and 

departure from port. On board you will 

also find a clinic and doctor and a lift 

that serves all decks. Smoking on board 

is restricted to outside decks only. 


Gratuities 

Unlike many other cruise vessels, 

onboard the MS Caledonian Sky you 

do not need to worry about tipping 

staff as we have included them in your 

holiday price. In addition we tip all 

Your Day to Day Life Onboard 

Onboard the MS Caledonian Sky, you 

will not find endless entertainment, 

round the clock buffets and the people 

management which is so much a part 

of today’s big ship style. Instead the 

atmosphere on board is warm and 

peaceful and more akin to a private 

yacht or country hotel in which you can 

learn more about the wonders of nature, 

culture and ancient civilisations in the 

company of like-minded people. A little 

music in the lounge or bar after dinner, 

guest speakers and informative port 

briefings from our expedition leader, all 

our guides and drivers along the way, 

thereby taking away the hassle of always 

having to remember to have some small 

change with you. 

contribute to make any voyage aboard 

the MS Caledonian Sky a memorable 

and joyful experience. The daily 

programme on board is in the capable 

hands of our Expedition Leader or 

Cruise Director and staff who coordinate 

with the Captain and officers to make 

the most of each day. Briefings and talks 

will be provided throughout the voyage 

together with a ‘Daily Programme’ that 

is distributed every evening to your suite 

outlining the next day’s activities. Dress 

on board is casual and relaxed and there 

will be no ‘black tie’ evenings. 


Exploring Ashore, Expedition 

Cruising & the Onboard Team 

Due to her size, the MS Caledonian Sky has the freedom of the seas and can come 

alongside in small docks or drop anchor in any suitable spot. After all, you do not go on 

holiday to be part of the all engulfing masses which descend on a town when a number of large ships 

dock at the same time. Arriving at a port for the first time should be an invigorating experience and can 

certainly be so when the right place is chosen and your arrival is aboard the MS Caledonian Sky. 

With only 114 passengers, there is no 

queuing to disembark or embark the 

vessel for an excursion and when required 

there will only be three coaches waiting on the 

quayside to transport you to the day’s attraction as 

opposed to a whole fleet waiting for the passengers 

travelling on the big ships. 

One of the joys of expedition cruising aboard a small 

vessel is the flexibility it allows. We have twenty years 

of experience in designing trips to the hidden corners 

of our remotest places and yet, every year we discover 

something new. Although we set sail with a set itinerary 

it is the unscheduled events that often become the 

highlight of the journey and with our fleet of Zodiac 

landing craft, we can explore inlets, fjords, bird 

sanctuaries, land in otherwise inaccessible places and 

be footloose in a way that would be totally impractical 

for larger groups of passengers. 

In addition to our onboard team of experts, local 

guides will meet us along the way adding much to our 

knowledge and making for a more comprehensive and 

enjoyable experience. 

Zodiac cruising 

Guest Speakers 

In addition to our expedition team members and lecturers, we are delighted to be joined 

onboard by Professor Stefan Buczacki and James Roberston as guest speakers. 

Professor Stefan Buczacki Sailing to the Isles 

Stefan is probably Britain’s most experienced media gardening personality with 

a huge following of devoted fans who appreciate his knowledge, authority and 

easy, relaxed style of communicating. He was educated at the Universities of 

Southampton (First Class Honours in Botany) and Oxford (Doctorate in Forestry) 

and as well as being a media celebrity, he is also a scientist with an international 

reputation and has received accolades, honorary degrees and awards for his 

research, writing, broadcasting and photography. 

James Robertson Autumn Colours in North America 

We are delighted to be joined onboard by historian James Robertson. James is a 

native of Danville, Virginia with a B.A. from Randolph-Macon College, an M.A. and 

Ph.D. from Emory University and two honorary doctorates. Before retirement, he 

taught the largest Civil War history class in American higher education and is the 

recipient of every major award given in the field of Civil War history. James Robertson 

is author or editor of over 20 books; his biography of Gen. “Stonewall” Jackson was 

the foundation for the Ted Turner/Warner Bros. megamovie, “Gods and Generals”. 

Chief Officer – George Hendry 

We are delighted that George Hendry will be joining 

the MS Caledonian Sky as Chief Officer. George is 

from the small village of Barrhill in the southwest of 

Scotland and first joined the vessel in her former life 

as Hebridean Spirit in 2003 as a first trip officer cadet. 

After being sent out to gain some cargo experience 

George rejoined the Hebridean Spirit to finish his 

cadetship in 2005 during the vessel’s maiden cruise 

to South Africa, via Ascension and Saint Helena. On 

qualifying as an officer George was offered a position 

as second officer onboard Hebridean Princess where 

he spent two very happy years cruising his home 

waters in Scotland, however a return to Hebridean 

Spirit for the winter season of 08-09 reignited his 

passion for travel and after another short period of 

cruising on Hebridean Princess, George leapt at the 

opportunity to return to the Hebridean Spirit in her 

new guise as a private yacht, there acting as chief 

officer through the majority of the major dry docking, 

achieving his chief officers license and fianlly being 

promoted to chief officer full time. 

George says: ‘After being offered the opportunity 

to continue on in my role as chief officer onboard 

the MS Caledonian Sky I am extremely excited to be 

involved in the project to return the vessel to cruising 

and look forward to the exciting itineraries planned 

for the coming seasons. My passions are for travel 

and history and I like to ensure that my passion for 

this is reflected in my work’. 


Expedition Team 

Many of the voyages included in this brochure are expeditionary in nature and therefore in place of the 

customary Cruise Director and entertainment staff, you will be joined by an Expedition Team. These 

hand-picked experts are naturalists, historians and ecologists who will share their knowledge and 

enthusiasm during forays ashore and whilst on board. They will supervise the daily programme and 

hold talks and briefings throughout the cruise. The expedition teams have one aim, to make your trip as 

enjoyable, relaxing and informative as possible. 

John Love 

Sailing to the Isles, Circumnavigation of Iceland, Norwegian 

Fjords in Mid Summer, Exploring the White Sea. 

Born in Inverness, John Love graduated in zoology at 

Aberdeen University. In 1975 he went to live on the Isle 

of Rum where he managed a highly successful project to 

reintroduce the white-tailed sea eagle. While he remains 

involved with birds of prey, seabirds are another passion. 

For over forty years he has been cruising the Hebrides and visiting remote islands 

but in that time he has also travelled extensively throughout the world, from Arctic 

Norway to the Antarctic, and from India and Africa to the Galapagos. 

Dui Landmark 

Passage to Greenland 

Dúi was born in Iceland in 1965 and studied photography 

and filmmaking in Paris. He has worked as a guide since 

1987 and graduated from the Icelandic guide school in 

1993. He speaks fluent English and French and is very 

knowledgeable on the nature, geology and history of 

both Iceland and Greenland. He has also worked as a film 

director and producer since 1994 on numerous TV programs, documentaries and 

commercials for both Icelandic and foreign networks. Many of his films focus on 

birdlife, travel, hunting and fishing. These films are shot on location all around the 

world with many being shot in Iceland, Greenland and the Faroe Islands. 

Dr Toby Musgrave 

Great Land of Alaska, Natural Wonders of Alaska. 

Dr Toby Musgrave is one of the UK’s leading authorities in 

garden history and design. With a degree in horticulture 

and a Ph.D. in garden history, since 1994 Toby has 

embarked on a freelance career as a television and 

radio presenter and consultant, author, journalist and 

photographer, designer and lecturer. Since 2004 he has 

shared his time between the UK and Denmark. Toby continues to build on 10 years 

of experience as a regular contributor to BBC Gardeners’ World Magazine, 

The Garden, Gardens Illustrated, The English Garden, The Saturday Telegraph and 

The Sunday Times. 

Colin Baird 

Sailing to the Isles, Circumnavigation of Iceland, 

Norwegian Fjords in Mid-Summer, Great Land of Alaska, 

Natural Wonders of Alaska 

Colin grew up on the west coast of Canada and developed 

a love for the sea at an early age, sailing and scuba diving 

the local waters off Vancouver Island. He spent 10 years 

as a marine mammal trainer working with seals, sea lions 

and orca (perhaps better known as Killer Whales). In 2002 he was hired by Jean 

Michel Cousteau as the director of field operations for the Free Willy/ Keiko Project 

in Iceland and Norway. This was and remains today the only attempt to release a 

previously captive orca back into the wild. 

Stuart Burmeister 


Norwegian Fjords in Mid Summer 

Stuart’s home is in Durban, South Africa. He grew up 

literally in the wilds of Africa and has a good knowledge 

of the indigenous people and regions of many African 

countries. His maritime background has covered sea 

rescue search and recovery operations, sailing and power 

boating. His qualifications cover all power vessels from a Zodiac to a class six craft 

over 200 tonnes. Stuart is a trained fire fighter with over six years active service. He 

is also Dive Master scuba diver, first aider and ‘Mr Fix it’ when it comes to boating. 

Victoria Salem 


Norwegian Fjords in Mid Summer, Exploring the 

White Sea 

Victoria has always been fascinated by the cooler places 

on our planet and has been travelling in Northern Europe, 

the Arctic and Antarctica regularly for the past 15 years. 

She has worked in expedition cruising for 11 seasons at 

both ends of the earth and some places in between, focusing on history, culture 

and exploration. She specialized in Old Norse literature and Viking history at 

undergraduate level at Cambridge University (UK) and holds a Graduate Certificate 

in Antarctic studies from the University of Canterbury, Christchurch, New Zealand. 

Dr Colleen Batey 

Circumnavigation of Iceland 

Dr Colleen Batey is Senior Lecturer in Archaeology at the 

University of Glasgow with extensive experience of both 

excavation and publication in the arena of Viking and 

Late Norse Culture in the North Atlantic and Scotland. 

A graduate of the University of Durham, she has held 

lectureships in the University of Leeds and University 

College London before taking up the post of Curator of Archaeology at Glasgow 

Museums, the largest Metropolitan Museum service in the UK. She was the British 

advisor for the Smithsonian Institute Vikings North Atlantic Saga exhibit which 

toured widely in the US and Canada. 

Kristen Van Wagner 

In the Wake of the Bounty, Nomads of the Wind, New 

Zealand Coastal Voyage, Natural Wonders of New 

Zealand, Antipodean Odyssey 

Inspired by her experiences growing up in Japan, Norway 

and England, Kit Van Wagner has been steadily working 

her way around the globe and sharing her enthusiasm for 

biodiversity, marine science and remote cultures as she 

goes. While earning a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies at Middlebury 

College and a Master’s degree in Science Education from Florida Tech, Kit made a 

living as a marine science educator, scuba instructor, captain, mate on traditional 

schooners, backcountry kayak guide and sailing instructor. 

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Expedition Team continued: 

Dmitri Banin 

Norwegian Fjords in Mid-Summer, Exploring the White Sea 

Born in Moscow, Russia, Dmitri studied biology at 

Moscow State University (MSU) where he completed his 

Ph.D. in Zoology and then continued his work in MSU’s 

Laboratory of Ornithology. His research expeditions have 

taken him too many remote areas, such as White Sea, 

Central Asia, Siberia and Russian Far East. Subsequently 

Dmitri was invited to work for the USSR Ministry of Natural Resources as the Head 

of the Department of Science. There Dmitri developed research programs for all 

Natural Reserves of the former Soviet Union. 

Chantal Cookson 

Exploring the White Sea 

Chantal was born in Suffolk and now lives in 

Northumberland where her husband farms. Chantal 

has been associated with Noble Caledonia since the 

company was founded in 1990, having worked for 

Serenissima Travel before. She was part of the Expedition 

Team for many years on the MS. Caledonia Star and has 

led tours, be it cruising or land, all over the world. Chantal’s initial experience of 

cruising in British waters was in 1990 when Noble Caledonia did the first cruise 

around the British Isles. Chantal’s main job, however, for the past 20 years has been 

working as a consultant for Sotheby’s. 

Danny Edmunds 

Exploring the White Sea, Passage North, Epic Iceland, 

Norwegian Fjords in Mid Summer, Cuba to Costa Rica, 

Secret World of two Oceans, From the Mountains to the 

Desert, Chile - Sailing South, In the Wake of the Bounty, 

Nomads of the Wind 

In 2003 Danny grew tired of earning a living building 

databases and living in central London and since then 

he’s worked as a photographer, diver, travel writer and boat handler in some of 

the most undeveloped and remote parts of the world. He’s driven Zodiacs in the 

Indian Ocean, the Antarctic and the Arctic, radio-tracked Spectacled bears in the 

Ecuadorian Andes, surveyed horse-mussel beds off the Llyn peninsula in north 

Wales and updated the Bradt Guides to Mozambique and Spitsbergen. 

Callum Thomson 

Passage to Greenland, Viking Trails to the Americas 

Callum Thomson was brought up in the British Isles and 

spent his youth as a crofter, lobster fisherman, expert 

ditch digger and dairy farm manager before emulating 

his Highland Clearance forebears and clearing out to 

Canada. He somehow completed degrees in archaeology 

and anthropology at University of Calgary, Memorial 

University of Newfoundland and Bryn Mawr College and parlayed them, along 

with his expertise in ditch digging, into a job as Provincial Archaeologist for 

Newfoundland and Labrador and Curator at the Newfoundland Museum. 

Dr. Daria Nikitina 

Passage to Kamchatka 

Dr. Daria Nikitina is a geology professor at West Chester 

University of Pennsylvania, USA. Her background is in the 

interdisciplinary and systematic study of landforms and 

the earth surface processes that create and change them. 

Daria was born in Moscow, Russia where she resided with 

her family until 1994. Daria received a master degree in 

geography from Moscow State University, Russia and a Ph.D. degree in geology 

from University of Delaware, USA. 

Jane Thomson 

Passage to Greenland, Viking Trails to the Americas 

A Nova Scotian “Bluenose”, Jane Sproull Thomson 

grew up by the sea, learning to swim perforce when her 

dad threw her off the family sailboat. Passionate about 

art but lacking in talent, she became one of those who 

teaches rather than does, writing and lecturing on cultural 

history, archaeology and art history to museum, university 

and avocational groups. Until recently she was professor of Inuit and native art 

and culture at the University of Calgary, and is a former curator for the Glenbow, 

Newfoundland and Red Deer College Museums. 

Louis Justin 

Passage to Greenland, Viking Trails to the Americas, 

Autumn Colours in North America, New England 

in the Fall & the Colonial South, In the wake of the 

Bounty, Nomads of the Wind, New Zealand Coastal 

Voyage, Natural Wonders of New Zealand, Passage to 

Kamchatka, Fire and Ice in the Far Arctic, Great Land of 

Alaska, Natural Wonders of Alaska. 

Louis was born and grew up in Normandy. After graduating from Europe’s leading 

management school, École des Hautes Études Commerciales, he spent four 

years in Australia and New Zealand, during which he took every opportunity to 

thoroughly explore these countries, as well as neighbouring Pacific-Ocean lands, 

their cultures, ancient and modern, their deserts, icy and tropical, their volcanoes, 

extinct and active. As a lecturer, Louis shares his knowledge of the history of 

exploration and the sciences that made geographical discoveries possible. 

Alexandra Edwards 

In the Wake of the Bounty, Nomads of the Wind 

Alexandra Edwards was born in Santiago, Chile, but spent 

her early years in New York and later in Washington DC 

where she became involved in fighting for Chile’s Human 

Rights during General Augusto Pinochet’s dictatorial 

regime. The stepdaughter of a DC think tank, she grew 

up casually discussing Latin American history and politics 

with prominent Latin American politicians and intellectuals over dinner. She went 

on to double-major in Latin-American Studies and Film at Wesleyan University 

returning to Chile in 1995. Since then she has split her time working on continental 

Chile, Easter Island, and French Polynesia, filming several documentaries and 

participating in three Explorer’s Club Flag expeditions. She has a special interest 

in the religions and oral traditions of local ancient peoples and the religious and 

cultural syncretism present in South America and Polynesia today. 

Jane Wilson 


Norwegian Fjords in Mid-Summer, Cuba to Costa Rica, 

Secret World of Two Oceans, From the Mountains to the 

Desert, Chile - Sailing South 

Jane was born and raised in Australia. She graduated 

from the University of Melbourne with a Bachelor of 

Science and then a Master of Environmental Studies. She 

worked for the Australian National Parks and Wildlife Service for the following 15 

years until she was bitten by the Antarctic bug. For several years Jane worked in 

remote field camps in Antarctica as a wildlife research scientist, specialising in the 

ecology of seabirds, including several petrel and penguin species. This coincided 

with the boom in expedition cruising and Antarctic tourism in the late 1990s. 


Pamela Le Noury 

Circumnavigation of Iceland, Norwegian Fjords in Mid- 

Summer, Exploring the White Sea, Passage North, Epic 

Iceland, Passage to Greenland, Viking Trails to the Americas. 

Coming from Durban, South Africa, Pam is a marine 

scientist, PADI dive instructor, zodiac skipper and sailor, 

and has worked in and on the ocean just about every day 

for the past decade. She owns a whale watching business 

with a marine monitoring program in Durban, and has managed diving and boating 

operations for many years. She has participated in several marine research cruises, 

dabbling in everything from satellite tagging dolphins to coral reef transects and 

fisheries stock assessment, also contributing to reef fish guides, is co-author of a 

digital shark guide and several scientific papers. 

Brent Stephenson 

In the Wake of the Bounty, Nomads of the Wind. 

Brent was born in New Zealand and has been a birder 

since childhood, and in 2005 completed his Ph.D., 

studying the breeding biology of Australasian gannets in 

New Zealand. In 2003, along with Sav Saville, co-owner of 

their bird-guiding business, he rediscovered the “extinct” 

New Zealand storm-petrel, a bird known previously from 

only three museum specimens collected during the 1800s. With support from 

National Geographic, he has been leading a team conducting further research on 

this enigmatic seabird. 

Tony Crocker 

In the Wake of the Bounty, Nomads of the Wind, New 

Zealand Coastal Voyage, Natural Wonders of New 

Zealand, Antipodean Odyssey 

Tony has spent many years living and travelling through 

the length and breadth of Europe, in the course of an 

extensive career in travel and tourism, including over a 

year spent in the High Arctic. He has a lifelong interest 

in ornithology and, in his native New Zealand, is acknowledged as one of the best 

birders. He was editor of the OSNZ magazine Southern Bird for nine years and 

council member for six. 

Chris Harbard 

Passage to Greenland, Viking Trails to America 

Chris Harbard has travelled the world in search of 

birds, from his first trip abroad to Austria to far flung 

places like Antarctica, Greenland, Saudi Arabia (to 

monitor the effects of the Gulf War on birds), South 

Africa (to help penguins following the Treasure oil spill), 

Chile and Japan. He is a well-known British ornithologist 

and conservationist who lives in Cambridgeshire. 

Zodiac cruising 

Cruises with this logo visit out of 

the way destinations. You will be 

accompanied by an expedition 

team and many landings ashore will 

be made by Zodiac landing craft. 

Cruises such as these will appeal to 

the more adventurous and those 

who enjoy the natural world. 

Kristine Hannon 


Norwegian Fjords in Mid Summer, Exploring the White 

Sea, Passage North, Epic Iceland, Passage to Greenland, 

Viking Trails to the Americas, Autumn Colours in North 

America, New Zealand Coastal Voyage, Natural Wonders 

of New Zealand, Antipodean Odyssey, Passage to 

Kamchatka, Fire and Ice in the Far Arctic, Great Land 

of Alaska, Natural Wonders of Alaska. 

Kristine Hannon was born and raised in Belgium and her first love has always been 

travelling. After a visit to Antarctica in 1998, she was determined to work on one of 

the cruise ships sailing south. In 2008 she spent her first season in the ice working as 

zodiac driver, log writer, lecturer and assistant expedition leader. Kristine is now an 

accomplished landscape and wildlife photographer and an onboard photographer/ 

videographer. Always eager to explore new horizons, she took up the challenge of 

working onboard the MS Caledonian Sky as Assistant Expedition Leader. 

Cheli Larsen 

Passage to Kamchatka, Fire and Ice in the Far Arctic, 

Great Land of Alaska, Natural Wonders of Alaska 

Cheli Larsen has been involved for more than a dozen 

years full-time in the tourism and diving industry, both 

in her home country of New Zealand and internationally. 

Always popular with passengers and crew for her great 

enthusiasm, Cheli has worked as Expedition Leader 

on many different voyages, and has travelled extensively throughout Alaska, 

Antarctica, New Zealand, Australia, Asia, the Arctic, the South Pacific, and 

South America. A PADI Master Dive Instructor who also holds a Commercial 

Launchmaster Skippers Ticket, Cheli spent three years working on the Great 

Barrier Reef, first in Cairns, then at Heron Island Resort, where she worked in 

marine-turtle research. 

Chris Cutler 

Sailing to the Isles, Circumnavigation of Iceland, Passage 

to Kamchatka, Fire & Ice in the Far Arctic, Great Land of 

Alaska, Natural Wonders of Alaska 

Hailing originally from the concrete-lined habitats of 

Chicago, Chris is a naturalist-ornithologist-field biologist 

whose researches and travels have taken him to less 

disturbed and more far-flung locales. Since studying 

biology at the University of California, Santa Cruz, he has worked as a researcher, 

ecological consultant, and naturalist guide. As a naturalist, Chris has explored the 

ecosystems of high mountains and low deserts, tropical rainforests, and remote 

archipelagos in search of animals and plants. He has engaged in applied ecological 

studies of rare and threatened species of animals with a focus on their conservation 

Dr. Ingrid Visser (Ph.D.) 

Sailing to the Isles, In the Wake of the Bounty, Nomads 

of the Wind, New Zealand Coastal Voyage, Natural 

Wonders of New Zealand, Antipodean Odyssey 

Born and living in New Zealand, at only 16 years old 

Ingrid sailed with her family around the world. She 

holds University degrees in Zoology, Marine Biology and 

Environmental Science. Her PhD was on New Zealand 

orca (killer whales) and her research now extends to Antarctica, Argentina, and 

Papua New Guinea. Ingrid regularly enters the water to film the orca whilst they feed 

on sharks and stingrays. Her dedication has led to her research being showcased 

in award-winning documentaries for the BBC & Animal Planet. In her spare time 

Ingrid has written children’s books and an autobiography. She is passionate about 

education – believing this is the key to protecting our environment. 

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Sailing to the Isles 

Visit some of the finest gardens and houses in Wales, Ireland & Scotland 

20th to 30th May 2012 with Professor Stefan Buczacki 

As spring gives way to early summer join us 

aboard the MS Caledonian Sky for a journey 

to some of the finest gardens on our western 

shores. This is a spectacularly beautiful time. 

Many of the gardens, estates and national 

parks will be at their most appealing and the 

countryside will be lush and inviting. 

Iona 

The sheer diversity of the 

coastline, makes for a most 

appealing sea journey, 

whether you be an avid gardener, 

historian, birdwatcher or simply enjoy 

sailing past and visiting some of the 

most enchanting places in the world. 

Of course our main emphasis will be 

on gardens and without doubt we shall 

visit some of the best in Wales, Ireland 

and Scotland. Gardens warmed by 

the North Atlantic Drift have a unique 

quality, the temperate weather and 

green mountain backdrops make for 

lovely views whether you are in a grand 

and dramatic highland setting or in 

a simpler island landscape. From the 

formal and manicured, to the wilder 

and more natural, the gardens are 

well stocked with some of the finest 

collections of plants and flowers in 

the world. 

As you might expect such gardens 

are often accompanied by splendid 

houses and castles whether it be 

the neo classical splendour of 

Mount Stewart in County Down, the 

eccentricity of Rum’s Kinloch Castle 

or lonely isolation of Skye’s Dunvegan 

castle. All offer a fascinating history 

which will be brought to life by our 

guest speakers and local guides. 

Powerscourt, Dublin 

Strangford Lough 

REPUBLIC 

OF IRELAND 

Dunmore East 

ISLES OF 

SCILLY Tresco 

St Mary’s 

Rum 

Staffa & Iona 

Dublin 

Portsmouth 

Isle of Skye 

Oban 

Gigha & Islay 

Portmeirion 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - Portsmouth. Embark in the 

afternoon and sail for the Isles of Scilly. 

Day 2 - Tresco, Isles of Scilly. 

After a morning at sea we spend the 

afternoon on Tresco, to many the 

most attractive of the Isles of Scilly. It 

is leased by the Dorrien-Smith family, 

who have done much to preserve the 

island’s great charm and created a 

wonderful 40 acre sub-tropical garden, 

close to their Tresco Abbey home. 

Stroll the traffic free lanes and enjoy 

a walk along one of the lovely whitesand 

beaches where the sea colour 

has more in common with the Aegean 

than the North Atlantic. 

Day 3 - Dunmore East. Land this 

morning in the picturesque fishing 

village on the Waterford coast. The 

main purpose of our call is to visit 

UNITED 

KINGDOM 


N O R T H 

S E A 

Our voyage is 

planned at a 

spectacularly 

beautiful time of 

the year. Many 

of the gardens, 

estates and 

national parks 

will be at their 

most appealing 

and the 

countryside 

will be lush 

and inviting.

the spectacular gardens at Mount 

Congreve, a vast woodland garden on 

the banks of the River Suir. Later, drive 

to the ancient city of Kilkenny, one of 

the most historic and attractive cities in 

all Ireland. After lunch visit the Castle 

and artisan centre before returning to 

Waterford and Dunmore East. 

Dunvegan Castle, Isle of Skye 

Day 4 - Portmeirion & Bodnant 

Gardens. This morning we enter 

Tremadoc Bay in the shadows of 

Snowdonia. Tides permitting our 

Zodiacs will carry us to Portmeirion, 

the extraordinary Mediterranean style 

village built by Sir Clough Williams- 

Ellis between 1925 and 1975. Seen 

from the water it is an exquisite place. 

Tour the village and gardens and 

after some refreshments drive across 

Snowdonia to Bodnant. This is one 

of the most beautiful gardens in the 

UK. We will spend the afternoon here 

strolling through the Upper Garden 

with its terraces and informal lawns 

and continue into the ‘Dell’ which is 

formed by the River Hiraethlyn and 

contains a wild garden. 

Day 5 - Dublin. Arrive this morning 

in Dublin Bay and enter the mouth of 

the Liffey. Drive out into the Wicklow 

Mountains and the wonderfully sited 

gardens of Powerscourt, 47 acres of 

Italian, Japanese and walled gardens. 

Continue to Mount Usher, a lovely 

romantic garden on the banks of the 

Vartry. Return to Dublin for a city drive 

and some free time. 

Day 6 - Strangford Lough & Mount 

Stewart. Enjoy a leisurely day in the 

scenic waters of the great lough. 

We will go ashore to the famous 

gardens at Mount Stewart which were 

planted in the 1920s by Edith, Lady 

Londonderry and are of international 

importance. The magnificent series of 

outdoor ‘rooms’ and vibrant parterres 

contain many rare plants that thrive in 

the mild climate of the Ards Peninsula. 

The formal areas exude a strong 

Mediterranean feel and resemble an 

Italian villa landscape; the wooded 

areas support a range of plants from 

all corners of the world which are 

particularly vibrant in spring. There will 

be time to explore the opulent house 

which reveals a fascinating heritage 

and historic world-famous artefacts 

and artwork. 

Day 7 - Gigha & Islay. Our first call 

in Scotland will be to the beautiful 

island of Gigha where we will spend 

the morning in the gardens of 

Achamore House. The Horlick family, 

better known for the eponymous 

milk drink have created a stunning 

garden with their collection of azaleas, 

rhododendrons and exotic plants. 

Gigha is a place apart; heather 

covered hills, deserted beaches and 

a single lane verged with wild flowers 

that meanders for some six miles 

between cottages and farms. During 

lunch sail across to the island of Islay. 

Landing at Port Ellen there will be a 

choice of visiting the nearby privately 

owned Bowmore Distillery with a 

history dating back to 1779 or the 

more energetic might prefer a walk 

around Kilnaughton Bay. 

Day 8 – Iona & Lunga. Arrive at Iona 

at first light. For more than 1000 years 

the Island of Iona has been a place 

of deep spiritual significance. No less 

than 62 Kings of Scotland are buried 

here, including Duncan, Macbeth’s 

victim. St Columba came here from 

Ireland in 563 AD and early Christianity 

spread through northern Britain from 

this remote island community. After 

exploring the Abbey, time permitting, 

you may care to take a short walk on 

the wild side to the ‘Bay at the Back 

of the Ocean’. Sail during lunch to 

Staffa and cruise past the cliffs and 

caves, whose magic inspired both 

Mendelssohn and Turner. Our next 

stop is Lunga, the largest of the 

Treshnish Isles. Of volcanic origin, 

Lunga has been described as a ‘green 

jewel in a peacock sea’. Populated 

until the 19th century, the island still 

Kilkenny Castle 

bears the remains of black houses. 

There is prolific birdlife on the island 

including storm-petrels, kittiwakes and 

Manx Shearwaters. 

Day 9 - Rum & Loch Scavaig. Spend 

the morning on Rum which is now a 

nature reserve. See the somewhat 

eccentric Kinloch Castle and walk the 

nature trail, a beautiful area of wild 

flowers and typical Scottish island 

scenery. This lovely island is also a bird 

watcher’s paradise. Sail across to the 

southern shores of Skye and enjoy an 

afternoon sailing in the lovely Loch 

Scavaig, just beyond is the freshwater 

Loch Corruisk with its breathtakingly 

beautiful view over the Cuillins. This 

is great walking country, but for those 

who prefer a less energetic afternoon 

our Zodiacs will explore the coast. 

Day 10 - Isle of Skye & the Shiants. 

Morning visit to Loch Dunvegan 

for a visit to the famous seat of the 

MacLeods, a Hebridean Fortress, set 

on a rocky platform with commanding 

views of the Loch. See the Castle and 

lovely gardens and time permitting, 

the seal colony on the adjoining 

rocks. Sail during lunch across the 

Little Minch to the Shiant Islands. This 

afternoon we will board the Zodiacs 

for a cruise around the group of little 

islands located a few miles off the 

shores of Lewis. 

Day 11- Oban. Disembark 

this morning after breakfast. 

Transportation will be provided to 

Glasgow airport and rail station. 

BOOK BEFORE 31 MARCH 2012 AND SAVE UP TO £450 PER PERSON 

Prices per person 

Prices for bookings made before 31 March 2012 are shown in red 

Based on double occupancy. Tour Code: SCCSK200512 

Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 

Deck/Suite Category 

Castle 

Std Forward 

£2995 £2795 

£4195 £3995 

Castle 

Standard 

£3295 £3095 

£4595 £4395 

Caledonian 

Superior 

£3595 £3345 

£4995 £4745 

Promenade 

Premium 

£3895 £3645 

- 

Bridge 

Deluxe Balcony 

£5195 £4795 

- 

Tresco Abbey Gardens, Isles of Scilly 

Promenade 

Premium Balcony 

£5495 £5095 

- 

Promenade 

Owner’s Corner 

£5795 £5345 

- 

Price Includes: 10 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on full board basis with house wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and 

dinner onboard, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on shore excursions, transfers, port taxes. 

Not Included: Travel insurance. NB: Ports subject to change. All special offers are subject to availability. 

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Sailing to the Isles

A Circumnavigation of Iceland 

A cruise around Iceland including St Kilda, North Rona, the Faroes and Orkney 

6th to 20th June 2012 

If you want to see nature in the raw, where better than the 

‘Land of Ice and Fire’, Iceland. Europe’s least populated country 

offers the visitor an unparalleled experience of elemental forces 

at work. Its largely deserted interior is dotted with huge ice-caps 

and glaciers, active volcanoes, gurgling mud pools, steaming hot 

springs and lava fields. And, if this were not enough the immense 

scale of the landscape is dominated by towering snow-capped 

mountains, thundering waterfalls and spontaneous erupting geysers. 

Under the surface this island 

simmers with the sparks that 

are the telltale signs of its 

youthfulness as Europe’s most recent 

geological addition, only 16-20 million 

years old. Iceland is continuously 

being created, some of it newest land 

is a mere 35 years old. 

Our circumnavigation of Iceland will 

take us to some of the most dramatic 

of its areas whilst we sail its waters 

looking out for humpback whales, 

orcas, white-beaked dolphins and 

observing the immense colonies of 

seabirds. Join us on our high summer 

circumnavigation as we explore the 

magnificent landscapes and learn 

more of the centuries old legacies of a 

Viking and Norse heritage. 

St Kilda 

On our route from the port of Oban 

we have the added bonus of a visit 

to the St Kilda archipelago, North 

Rona and the Faroe Islands and on 

the return leg to Aberdeen we have 

another call in the Faroes and a visit 

to Orkney. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - Oban. Transportation will be 

provided from Glasgow airport and 

station to the port of Oban. Embark in 

the late afternoon and sail. 

Day 2 - St Kilda. Arrive at first light 

at St Kilda, a remarkable uninhabited 

archipelago some 50 miles beyond 

the Outer Hebrides. For some this 

is almost a pilgrimage and a moving 

experience as we drop anchor off 

Flatey 

Siglufjordur 

Reykjavik 

Isafjardardjup 

ICELAND 

Akureyi 

Westman Islands Hofn 

Village Bay on the island of Hirta and 

wander through the village. St Kilda 

once supported a population of over 

200, but the last islanders left in the 

1930s. Recent restoration work on 

the village by the National Trust for 

Scotland offers a marvellous link with 

the past. Later, cruise past two of the 

largest gannetries in the world as we 

make our way over the top of Lewis to 

North Rona. 

Day 3 - North Rona. Out in the 

Atlantic to the north-west of Scotland 

lie the tiny islands of North Rona and 

Sula Sgeir. Weather permitting, we will 

land on North Rona to see the seabird 

colonies and the Grey Seals. The island 

was inhabited in the 18th century and 

some remains are still visible: Leach’s 

Petrels can be heard calling from their 

nesting burrows in the ruined walls of a 

small church in the ‘village’. Sula Sgeir 

is the last island in Britain on which 

Gannets are harvested annually. There 

will be spectacular views of its cliffs as 

we sail around. 

Day 4 - Torshavn, Faroe Islands. 

From our berth in Torshavn we will 

join a guided tour over the hills to 

Kirkjubøur, the island’s oldest cultural 

centre, where we see the 11th century 

church, still in use. We also visit the 

900-year old “Roykstovan”, the old 

bishopric, considered to be the 

oldest wooden house in Europe. For 

the hiking enthusiasts it is possible 

to take a two hour hike back to 

Torshavn over the mountain. This 

afternoon we sail to Iceland passing 

by Fugloy, which has large colonies of 

Common Guillemots. 

Grimsey Island 

Husavik 

Seydisfjordur 

Mykines 

North Rona 

Torshavn 

St Kilda 

Oban 

SCOTLAND 


Stromness 

Aberdeen 

Our 

circumnavigation 

of Iceland will 

take us to some of 

the most dramatic 

of its areas and 

whilst we sail its 

waters we will 

be looking out 

for humpback 

whales, orcas, 

white-beaked 

dolphins and 

observing the 

immense colonies 

of seabirds. 

N O R T H 

S E A

Day 5 - Seydisfjordur. Today, we 

reach Iceland and the natural harbour 

at Seydisfjordur which has preserved 

its fishing heritage from the early 

19th century and its architectural 

style. On a walking tour we will pass 

brightly painted and well preserved 

Norwegian style wooden buildings 

and visit the shops famous for 

their Icelandic patterned woollens. 

The keen walkers might prefer an 

energetic hike up the river trail 

through a verdant landscape 

of wildflowers. 

Jokulsarlon Lagoon 

Day 6 - Husavik, North East Iceland. 

A full days drive inland will take us to 

the Lake Myvatn area which illustrates 

the sheer magnitude of Iceland’s 

forces of nature at work. This unique 

landscape of sculptured lava-labyrinth 

formations, an exploded crater filled 

by a lake, steaming sulphur pits and 

boiling mud pools supports enormous 

numbers of breeding ducks in the 

oasis-like lake. 

Day 7 - Akureyi. This delightful 

town on the north coast of Iceland 

is not what you expect to find in 

such a remote location. During the 

summer the gardens and window 

boxes are ablaze of colour and in the 

botanic garden you find species from 

Africa, China and the Mediterranean 

growing alongside the Alaskan 

and Greenlandic and indigenous 

specimens, all outdoors. We will also 

visit the beautifully situated fishing 

village of Olafsfjordur and the nearby 

lake where we will enjoy a picnic 

lunch. For the walkers there will the 

opportunity to take the old trail over 

Drangaskaro, a difficult and strenuous 

route, but scenically, very rewarding. 

Day 8 - Siglufjordur & Grimsey 

Island. The picturesque village of 

Siglufjordur enjoys an idyllic setting 

in a small fjord backed by mountains. 

Here in the early 1900’s a booming 

economy due the herring industry 

resulted in a prosperous town 

with some marvellous Icelandic 

architecture. This morning we will 

walk through the village and visit 

the museum which recreates the 

atmosphere of the town its heyday. 

Later sail to the island of Grimsey off 

the north coast of Iceland. The bird 

cliffs here are amazing. 

Day 9 - Isafjardardjup. This morning 

we round the Hornstrandir Peninsula. 

Here waterfalls plunge to sea and 

basaltic pillars rise from the sea like 

jagged sculptures. If the weather is 

kind we will sail below the Hornbjarg 

Bird Cliffs, an amazing sight and 

sound. During the course of the 

morning we will enjoy views of the 

tumbling Dragajokull Glacier. The 

glacier carved terrain is rugged and 

magnificent, an untouched natural 

paradise. On an afternoon’s walk on 

the island of Vigur we will see puffins 

and eiders, enjoy a morning coffee on 

a farm and visit the small town. 

Day 10 - Flatey & Reykjavik. We 

arrive in the broad and shallow bay 

of Breidafjordur, which is peppered 

with thousands of islands and skerries. 

If we are very lucky, we may glimpse 

the White-tailed Eagle among these 

historic islands, from where Erik the 

Red set sail to discover Greenland. 

We land on Flatey and explore its 

delightful fishing village, strolling 

among the many well-preserved 

traditional timber buildings and 

visiting the church, with its paintings 

by the Spanish-Icelandic artist Baltasar 

Samper, and restored library. Sail 

during lunch for the island’s capital 

of Reykjavik. Making the most of the 

long light evenings, there will be a 

brief excursion of the city after dinner. 

Day 11 - Westman Islands. Islanders 

here live with a dramatic volcanic 

history. In 1973 the island of Heimaey 

experienced an eruption which 

created a new mountain, Eldfell, 

known as Mount Fire. We will visit 

the lava fields, crater area and the 

remains of farm houses dating back 

some 600 years. Later, there will be 

a choice of walks or leisure time to 

enjoy the picturesque fishing town. In 

the evening we will sail around the 

island of Surtsey, an island hurled from 

the depths of the sea and created 

virtually overnight. Few places in the 

world illustrate more dramatically the 

powerful forces of nature. 

Day 12 - Hofn, South East Iceland. 

Today we will see the shimmering 

white Vatnajokull Glacier, Europe’s 

largest glacier, sometimes called 

an icecap. The 600 metre thick ice 

surmounts active volcanoes, one of 

which erupted in 1996, creating a 

crater on the surface of the glacier, a 

most unusual phenomenon. We will 

venture out on a guided excursion. 

After a local seafood lunch, watch the 

glacier which calves icebergs into the 

land-locked lagoon of Jokulsarlon. 

Sail in the afternoon for the Faroes. 

Day 13 - Mykines, Faroe Islands. 

Spend the afternoon on Mykines, 

surely the most beautiful of all 

Western Iceland 

the Faroes, you can walk out to 

Lundaland, ‘land of the puffins’ a 

staggeringly beautiful area and 

explore the village of Mykines a quaint 

collection of bright turf-roofed houses. 

Day 14 - Stromness, Orkney Islands. 

Sail past the Old Man of Hoy and into 

Stromness Harbour. Our afternoon 

tour passes through the gentle rolling 

landscape of Orkney and into the 

Neolithic Heartland of Orkney; an 

area designated as a World Heritage 

Site due to its wealth of pre-historic 

archaeology. We will see the Standing 

Stones of Stenness, the Ring of 

Brodgar; a huge ceremonial circle 

of stones dating back almost 5000 

years. We continue to the 5000-yearold 

village of Skara Brae and see the 

remarkable dwellings revealed from 

beneath the sand dunes by storms 

only 150 years ago. There will also be 

time to visit the nearby manor house 

of Skaill House, built in 1620 on top of 

an ancient graveyard. 

Day 15 - Aberdeen. Disembark this 

morning. Transportation will 

be provided to Aberdeen airport 

and station. 





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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

Exploring the White Sea 

A journey to the North Cape and beyond to Russia’s White Sea 

1st to 13th July 2012 

For decades the White Sea was a forbidden area and today 

because of its geographic isolation it remains a region of 

great mystery. During this voyage we will have six days 

in the region where we will concentrate on Archangel 

and the Solovetsky Islands. It was on the Solovetsky 

Islands that Stalin built one of his infamous Gulags, the 

‘Red Army’ established a vital submarine base and an 

important shipbuilding industry was founded. 

However, the most fascinating 

aspect of these islands is 

the 16th century Solovetsky 

Monastery. This vast medieval fortress 

with its fascinating and turbulent 

history is remarkably well preserved. 

It is believed that Vikings, both English 

and Norman came to the White Sea to 

fish and trade for furs up until the 13th 

century when global cooling made 

navigation difficult. In 1553 captain 

Richard Chancellor was shipwrecked in 

the White Sea whilst seeking a northern 

sea route to China. Never one to miss 

an opportunity, he negotiated trade 

privileges with Ivan the Terrible which 

opened diplomatic relations between 

England and Russia and resulted with 

a monk from the ancient Nikol-Karelski 

Monastery becoming the first Russian 

ambassador to England. The region is 

awash with intriguing history, 

much of which both ancient and 

modern will be brought to life by 

our guest speakers. 

Beginning our journey in Norway’s 

northern port of Tromso we also have 

the opportunity of exploring the 

region of the North Cape as well as 

Murmansk, the largest city north of 

the Arctic Circle in the world. Here 

we will visit the cemetery of the 

officers and soldiers of the Allied 

Forces who bravely manned the 

convoys during WWII. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London / Manchester to 

Tromso. Fly by scheduled flight via 

Oslo. Embark MS Caledonian Sky and 

sail in the evening. 

Days 2 & 3 - The North Cape. We will 

spend two days taking a close look at 

the magnificent landscape of the area 

known as Finmark. This wilderness area 

is home to many thousands of Sami 

people and we will learn of the lives 

and culture which is inseparably tied 

to reindeer herding. There will be the 

opportunity to explore the wildlife and 

scenery on foot and by Zodiac. The 

deeply carved fjords and unspoiled 

islands of this little-known area are just 

perfect for expedition cruising. 

Day 4 - At sea. 

Day 5 - Archangel. In the 18th 

century this city was the centre of 

Russian ship building. Today, its a 

timber-logging and fishing area. On 

Solovetsky Monastery 

our guided walk through its streets 

we will learn of its intriguing history 

and the areas occupation by ‘White 

Russians’ immediately after the 1918 

Revolution. During World War II, 

Archangel was a major port for both 

receiving from the allies and as a base 

for the North Sea Fleet. Amazingly, 

the surrounding waters are blocked 

by ice for up to 190 days a year, 

but through the use of Ice-Breakers 

remain open for most of the year. 

A city excursion will include the old 

quarter with its wooden houses, the 

Museum of Fine Arts, Trotsky Prospect 

and the Orthodox Church. 

Days 6 to 8 - Solovetsky Islands. 

Sitting in the Middle of the White 

Sea is the Solovestsky archipelago, a 

Tromso Finmark 

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CAPE 

Making the 

most of the 

almost perpetual 

daylight, we will 

call into some 

of the smaller 

islands enjoying 

the birdlife 

and from our 

Zodiacs go in 

search of the 

Beluga whales. 


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Lofoten Islands 

Beluga Whales, White Sea 

mythical, ethereal and timeless place. 

We will spend three days exploring 

this UNESCO site of outstanding 

natural beauty. It is on this isolated 

archipelago that we will find the 

Solovetsky Monastery. Within its 

extensive defensive walls are two 

16th century cathedrals, housing 

some stunning icons and many other 

buildings including watchtowers 

and gates, icon-painting workshop, 

residential chambers and a number 

of workrooms which allowed this 

impressive monastery to exist in 

almost complete isolation. We 

will visit the botanical gardens, 

developed by the monks in the 19th 

century and because of its microclimate, 

are able grow all manner of 

vegetables and fruit. The monastery 

was used by Stalin as a particularly 

harsh gulag, but in the past couple 

of years a great effort has been 

made to restore the complex to 

some of its former glory. Making 

the most of the almost perpetual 

daylight we will call into some of the 

smaller islands enjoying the birdlife 

and from our Zodiacs go in search of 

the Beluga whales. There is a colony 

of some 2000 in the While Sea and 

mid summer is an excellent time to 

view them. Our two day visit here 

with the MS Island Sky in 2011 was 

such a success we have taken the 

Captain’s advice and extended our 

stay to three days. 

Day 9 - Dvina River Delta & 

Severodvinsk. Permission is being 

sought to allow us to explore the 

delta area with its green islands and 

timeless wooden hamlets by Zodiac 

and also to call into Severodvinsk. 

It’s a sensitive area because of the 

military ship building, but the town 

is charming with wide avenues of 

wooden Stalin era houses. 


Day 11 - Murmansk. Founded in 

1916, the city of Murmansk today has 

a population of approximately half 

a million. On our morning excursion 

to the National Museum you will be 

able to learn of the region’s history 

including the indigenous Sami people 

and the first hardy Russian settlers. In 

the afternoon our tour will include the 

monuments erected to commemorate 

the struggle against Hitler, the Allied 

Forces War Graves, St Nicholas 

Orthodox Church and the 

Fine Arts Museum. 

Briksdal Glacier, Norway 

Day 12 - Cruising the North Cape. 

Spend the day cruising around the 

North Cape and time permitting, we 

will take the opportunity to explore 

one of the fjords or visit Syltefjord, 

one of Norway`s largest and most 

important bird colonies being home 

to a number of species, including 

gannets and also the home of the 

local havert seals. 

Day 13 - Tromso to London / 

Manchester. Disembark this morning 

and return to London or Manchester 

by scheduled flight via Oslo. 





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soft drinks with lunch and dinner, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on shore excursions, transfers, port 

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Exploring the White Sea

The Norwegian Fjords in Mid Summer 

A journey to the Land of the Midnight Sun 

13th to 25th July 2012 

A Norwegian coastal voyage offers the traveller scenery on 

an epic scale, together with a wonderful feeling of peace and 

tranquility. It is difficult to imagine a more relaxing setting 

than coastal Norway. The immense size of the fjords and the 

timeless quality of scenes that have changed little in the past 

centuries create a unique atmosphere that can be particularly 

enjoyed from the comfort of the MS Caledonian Sky. 

Our journey begins in the 

Arctic Circle at Tromso and 

from here we cruise south to 

experience the wildlife in Andenes and 

spend time exploring the narrow and 

deep sided Trollfjorden. We continue 

to the Lofoten Islands, with their 

many small fishing villages amongst 

a backdrop of mountainous scenery 

that often experiences snowfall even in 

the summer. Our journey then takes us 

across the Arctic Circle and along the 

fjord indented coastline. Words cannot 

describe the awe-inspiring scenery 

as we take in views of mountains, 

glaciers, waterfalls, valleys and truly 

dramatic fjords. Amongst them, 

Naerofjorden has been included on 

UNESCO’s World Heritage List. 

A highlight for many will be the 

journey on the Flâm Railway, one of 

the most beautiful railway lines in 

the world. The train journey provides 

us with views of some of Norway’s 

wildest and most magnificent scenery 

with rivers cutting through deep 

ravines, cascading waterfalls, snowcapped 

mountains and mountain 

farms clinging to sheer slopes. 

Such a journey can of course only be 

undertaken by a special vessel with 

the self-sufficient qualities of the MS 

Caledonian Sky. With our Zodiacs 

we shall be able to take advantage 

of wildlife sightings and weather 

conditions and explore areas that the 

bigger ships cannot reach. 

Although this cruise is not classified 

as expeditionary, on some days it 

will be necessary to use the Zodiac 

landing craft to access remote ports 

and land ashore. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London or Manchester to 

Tromso. Fly by scheduled flight via 

Oslo. On arrival transfer to the MS 

Caledonian Sky and sail this evening. 

Day 2 - Andenes & Trollfjorden. Arrive 

this morning at the town of Andenes 

where we will use our vessel to search 

for whales. There is an excellent chance 

for us to see sperm whales and also 

minke whales and orcas. This afternoon 

we are at sea enjoying the coastal 

scenery before arriving into Trollfjorden 

this evening. We hope to enjoy a 

barbeque on deck as we sail through 

the beautiful, narrow and steep sided 

Trollfjorden enjoying the birdlife, 

waterfalls and dramatic scenery. 

Holy Island 

Whitby 

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KINGDOM 

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Day 3 - Lofoton Islands. This 

morning we arrive in the Lofoten 

Archipelago, an enchanting area 

of picturesque villages with jagged 

granite mountain peaks forming a 

dramatic backdrop. We will disembark 

in the small fishing village of Aa where 

we will visit the local museum before 

continuing to the nearby village 

of Reine. Our next stop will be the 

village of Sund where we will visit the 

blacksmith famous for their forged 

cormorants. We continue to the Viking 

centre at Borg where we enjoy a local 

lunch before continuing to Kabelva 

to visit the Lofoton museum and Kare 

Espolin Johnson gallery, a nationally 

recognised artist who took his 

inspiration from his life and the nature 

Lofoten Islands 

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S E A 

Torghatten 

SWEDEN 

Trondheim 

Olden 

Sognefjorden 

Kirkwall 

Flam 

Bergen 

NORWAY 

Olden Valley 

of the area. Our day ends in Svolvaer 

where the ship will have sailed to 

meet us. 

Day 4 - Torghatten & Bronnoysund. 

Morning cruising. During lunch we 

will sail through Bronnoysund before 

Mt Torghatten comes into view, one 

of the most famous landmarks on the 

Norwegian coast. A fairly strenuous 

optional walk will take you to the 

‘hole’ in the mountain which has been 

eroded by the sea. 

Day 5 - Trondheim. We arrive into 

Trondheim this morning and have 

a full day to explore. We will visit 

Munkholmen (Monk’s Island) situated 

in Trondheim harbour, with a fort which 


Tromso 

Andenes

has served as a monastery, prison and 

execution venue. We will also see the 

outdoor Norwegian Folk Museum, 

the spectacular Nidaros cathedral and 

explore the town centre. 

Day 6 - Nordfjord & Olden. This 

morning we cruise the spectacular 

scenery of Nordfjord before arriving 

in Olden. From here we travel up the 

beautiful Olden Valley. Where the 

road ends we continue on foot to the 

great cascade of water which rushes 

from beneath the Briskdal Glacier. 

Day 7 - Sognefjord & Naerofjord. 

Today we spend the day enjoying 

spectacular fjord scenery from aboard 

the MS Caledonian Sky. Sognefjord, 

Norway’s longest and deepest fjord 

extends more than 200km inland and 

is surrounded by three national parks. 

Here we will see thundering waterfalls, 

glacier arms stretching down into green 

valleys and many small farms clinging 

to the mountainside. We will continue 

to the UNESCO World Heritage site 

of Naerofjorden, one of the many fjord 

arms of Sognefjord and considered one 

of the most dramatic fjords. 

Day 8 - Flam. This morning we will 

embark on one of the most dramatic 

train rides in Europe. The Flâm 

Railway is only 20 kilometres long 

but a masterpiece of engineering. 

The train climbs up from sea-level 

to 867 metres during these 

20 kilometres, crossing back 

and forth across rivers and 

through 20 tunnels. To allow 

you to view the magnificent 

scenery the train will proceed 

slowly and even stop at 

the Kjosfossen waterfall. At 

Vatnahalsen you will leave the 

train and walk from the station 

to the Mountain Hotel. Here 

there will be time to relax and 

take a walk before re-boarding 

the train back to Flâm. After 

lunch onboard, the afternoon 

is free to spend time relaxing 

in the village or join the excursion to 

Undredal, a small village in 

idyllic surroundings. 

Day 9 - Bergen. Spend the morning 

in this lovely fjord capital. A guided 

excursion will include the old quarter 

with its quaint Hanseatic houses and 

the home of Norway’s most famous 

composer, Edvard Greig. 

Day 10 - Orkney. Our afternoon on 

Orkney will include Kirkwall, one of 

the earliest established Norse trading 

towns, with a visit to St Magnus 

Nordfjord 

Flâm 

Cathedral. Later, drive through a 

landscape of sheer rocky cliffs, sandy 

beaches and pastures to the excavated 

village of Skara Brae which dates back 

5000 years to the Neolithic Age. Also, 

see the remarkable chambered cairn 

of Maes Howe, the standing stones of 

Stennes and the Ring of Brodgar. 

Day 11 - Holy Island. This afternoon 

we will anchor off Holy Island, 

also known as Lindisfarne. The 

island played a significant part in 

the development of Christianity 

in England. In 635 A.D., the Irish 

evangelist, St Aidan, founded a 

monastic community that became 

one of the most important centres of 

Christianity in Anglo-Saxon England. 

Upon arrival at Holy Island go ashore 

by Zodiac and enjoy some free time to 

explore the village before joining your 

guide to visit Lindisfarne Castle. 

Day 12 - Whitby. This morning call 

into Whitby where, on the east cliff, 

the ruins of St Hilda’s Abbey 

dominate the skyline. Spend 

the morning exploring this 

charming fishing port, either 

independently or on a guided 

walking tour. The old town 

and its cobbled streets and 

the Whitby Museum are 

particularly worth visiting. 

Day 13 - London. Disembark 

after breakfast. A transfer 

will be provided to Liverpool 

Street train station and 

Victoria coach station. 





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Words cannot 

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awe-inspiring 

scenery as we 

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of mountains, 

glaciers, 

waterfalls, 

valleys and truly 

dramatic fjords. 

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The Norwegian Fjords in Mid Summer

Passage North 

A voyage of discovery from London to Iceland 

including the Orkney & the Faroe Islands 

12th to 22nd August 2012 

Join us to see nature at its rawest. This unusual journey will 

take us from the islands on the edge of SHETLAND the United ISLANDS Kingdom, 

through the unspoilt Faroe Islands before venturing north to the 

breathtaking ‘land of fire and ice’; Iceland. We will cruise along 

rugged coastlines, land on uninhabited islands and witness the 

vibrant colours, prolific birdlife and learn of the fascinating history 

and culture of Iceland and the islands on Scotland’s periphery. 

The little-visited Faroe Islands, 

once a stopping point for 

Viking explorers, today are 

a collection of 18 enchanting islands 

that are a paradise for walkers and 

bird-watchers. The islands can 

be traced back to the 9th century 

seafaring explorers who traversed 

the North Sea and claimed Orkney, 

the Shetland Islands, Iceland and 

Greenland. We explore the villages 

and rolling hills of these distant isles 

before venturing north to Iceland 

where we discover the breathtaking 

landscapes that this truly unique 

country offers. As we journey 

around Iceland, we call into the 

brightly painted wooden cottages of 

Seydisfjordur, admire the shimmering 

white Vatnajokull Glacier and learn of 

the dramatic volcanic history of the 

Westmann Islands. 

Such a journey can of course only be 

undertaken by a special vessel with 

the self-sufficient qualities of the 

Skara Brae 

MS Caledonian Sky. With our Zodiacs 

we shall be able to land on remote 

beaches and cruise close to shorelines 

and cliffs crowded with birdlife. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London. Embark the 

MS Caledonian Sky this afternoon 

and sail. 

Day 2 - Whitby. After a morning 

at sea we will disembark in the east 

coast port of Whitby which was once 

an important whaling station and 

today is a charming fishing port. It 

is also the town where 18th century 

explorer Captain James Cook lived as 

an apprentice seaman and the place 

where Lewis Carroll wrote some of his 

work. We will visit the Whitby Abbey 

ruins and its museum as well as the 

unique parish church of St. Mary’s. 

The Abbey was founded in AD 657 by 

St. Hilda but the present ruins date 

from the 12th to the 14th centuries. St. 

Mary’s is a delightful mix of many eras 

Keflavik 

Westmann 

Islands 

Reykjavik 

and it has a very special and unique 

ambience, its very fabric steeped in 

the character and spirit of Whitby and 

its seafaring people. Take time too to 

enjoy the wonderful panoramic views 

above the old town with its delightful 

collection of red roofed pantile 

cottages and narrow cobbled streets 

before descending to the old town 

for an included walking tour. Learn 

all about Whitby’s smugglers, its Jet 

production, and see the Crow’s Nest 

invented by Whitby’s most famous 

whaler and sea captain. 

Day 3 - Edinburgh. This morning 

enjoy a guided tour of Edinburgh 

before visiting the Royal Yacht 

Britannia. After lunch on board there 

will be the opportunity to visit the city 

at your own leisure. 

Day 4 - Stromness, Orkney Islands. 

This afternoon we arrive into 

Stromness and on our excursion 

we pass through the gentle rolling 

Hofn 

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Mykines 

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London 

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Whitby 

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landscape and into the Neolithic 

Heartland of Orkney; an area 

designated as a World Heritage 

Site due to its wealth of pre-historic 

archaeology. We will see the Standing 

Stones of Stenness, the Ring of 

Brodgar; a huge ceremonial circle 

of stones dating back almost 5000 

years. We continue to the 5000-yearold 

village of Skara Brae and see the 

remarkable dwellings revealed from 

beneath the sand dunes by storms 

only 150 years ago. There will also be 

time to visit the nearby manor house 

of Skaill House, built in 1620 on top of 

an ancient graveyard. 

Day 5 - Fair Isle. This morning call at 

Fair Isle. The tiny population of sixty 

or so islanders always extend us a warm 

welcome. Enjoy a walk across the island, 

perhaps visiting the Bird Observatory, 

searching out the puffin slopes. 

Day 6 - Suduroy & Torshavn, Faroe 

Islands. Our first call in the Faroes 

will be the island of Suduroy with its 

dramatic cliffs and the town of Hvalba 

which in 1629 was ravaged by Barbary 

pirates who press-ganged locals 

into slavery in North Africa. Sail over 

lunch to Torshavn. Here we will join a 

guided tour through Torshavn over the 

hills to Kirkjubøur, the island’s oldest 

cultural centre, where we see the 

ruins of the 13th century St. Magnus 

Cathedral and the 11th century 

church, still in use. We also visit the 

900-year old “Roykstovan”, the old 

bishopric, considered to be the oldest 

wooden house in Europe. For the 

hiking enthusiasts it is possible to take 

a two hour hike back to Torshavn over 

the mountain. 


Day 7 - Mykines. Spend the morning 

on Mykines, surely the most beautiful 

of all the Faroes, you can walk out 

to Lundaland, ‘land of the puffins’ 

a staggeringly beautiful area and 

explore the village of Mykines a quaint 

collection of bright turf-roofed houses 

Day 8 - Seydisfjordur, Iceland. 

Today, we reach Iceland and the 

natural harbour at Seydisfjordur which 

has preserved its fishing heritage 

from the early 19th century and its 

architectural style. On a walking 

tour we will pass brightly painted 

and well preserved Norwegian style 

wooden buildings and visit the 

shops famous for their Icelandic 

patterned woollens. The keen 

walkers might prefer an energetic 

hike up the river trail through a 

verdant landscape of wildflowers. 

Day 9 - Hofn. Today we will see the 

shimmering white Vatnajokull Glacier, 

Europe’s largest glacier, sometimes 

called an icecap. The 600 metre thick 

ice surmounts active volcanoes, one 

of which erupted in 1996, creating a 







Day 10 - Surtsey & Westmann. 

As part of our exploration of the 

Westmann Islands, we circumnavigate 

Surtsey Island which was created 

volcanically in 1963 and is a closed 

nature reserve. Few places in the 

world illustrate more dramatically the 

powerful forces of nature. Visit the 

only community Heimaey where half 

buried houses can be partially seen 

peeking out through the lava and ash, 

and cruise amongst the islands and 

sea cliffs by Zodiac or ship. Westmann 

Islanders here live with a dramatic 

volcanic history. In 1973 the island of 

Heimaey experienced an eruption 

which created a new mountain, Eldfell, 

known as Mount Fire. We will visit the 

lava fields, crater area and the remains 

of farm houses dating back some 600 

years. Later, there will be a choice 

of walks or leisure time to enjoy the 

picturesque fishing town. 

Day 11 - Reykjavik to London. 

Diesmbark this morning and enjoy 

a morning tour of Reykjavik before 

transferring to the airport for your 

scheduled flight to London. 

Puffins, Iceland 

Jokulsarlon Lagoon, Iceland 

Few places 

in the world 

illustrate more 

dramatically the 

powerful forces 

of nature than 

the island of 

Surtsey which 

was created 

volcanically 

in 1963. 

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Passage North

Epic Iceland 

An exploration of Iceland’s natural wonders 

22nd August to 1st September 2012 

Iceland’s otherworldly beauty and cinematic grandeur is formed 

by an array of gurgling mud pools, spurting geysers, aquamarine 

pools, towering glaciers and tumbling waterfalls. We start 

our discovery of this unique island with a visit to the largely 

untouched West Fjords and venture east discovering areas such 

as Grimsey Island which is abundant in birdlife, the picturesque 

town of Siglufjordur and the breathtaking Vatnajokull Glacier. 

Geyser 

A 

journey by small ship is an 

ideal way to get up close 

to nature and explore areas 

inaccessible to larger vessels. We will 

look out for humpback whales, orcas 

and white-beaked dolphins on our 

voyage, taking advantage of weather 

conditions and possible sightings to 

achieve the maximum with our time. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Reykjavik. 

Fly by scheduled flight. On arrival 

transfer to the MS Caledonian Sky 

for embarkation. 

Day 2 - West Fjords. Early this 

morning we arrive at Stykkishólmur 

with time to explore the town’s 

traditional architecture. Back onboard 

we cruise to Breidfjördur, more a bay 

than a fjord, strewn with islands and 

shallows that create a flourishing and 

diverse ecosystem. See the basaltic 

columns which provide a habitat for 

thousands of sea birds and catch 

glimpses of the majestic extinct 

volcano that dominates this interior 

sound. We plan to land at Flatey Island 

to walk and explore the charming 

but largely abandoned village with 

its brightly coloured houses and 

remarkable church murals. Late in the 

day we cruise along Látrabjarg, the 

largest bird cliffs in the world. 

Day 3 - Isafjordur. Ísafjördur is 

an interesting contrast of isolation 

and worldliness set in a small fjord 

with a mountainous backdrop. 

The town of about 4000 features 

historic houses and a worthwhile 

heritage museum. Later we steam 

out of the fjord with distant views of 

Drangajökull Glacier, and along the 

coast of Hornstrandir Peninsula with 

Isafjordur 

West Fjords 

Reykjavik 

Westmann 

Islands 

Husavik 

ICELAND 

Grimsey Island 

Akureyi 

Hofn 

Langanes Peninsula 

Seydisfjordur 

mossy tundra, wildflower meadows, 

sandy bays, abandoned houses and 

rugged sea cliffs. 

Day 4 - Grimsey Island & 

Siglufjordur. The Arctic Circle bisects 

Grímsey Island known for its tiny 

community, basalt cliffs and large 

variety of bird life. From Grímsey we 

head to Siglufjördur. An unbelievably 

picturesque town, Siglufjordur enjoys 

an idyllic setting in a small fjord 

backed by mountains. Here in the 

early 1900s, a booming economy 

due to the herring industry resulted 

in a prosperous town with some 

marvellous Icelandic architecture. 

Stroll through the town and visit the 

Herring Era Museum. 

Day 5 - Akuyeri. This delightful 

town on the north coast of Iceland 

is not what you expect to find in 

such a remote location. During the 

summer the gardens and window 

boxes are ablaze of colour and in the 

botanic garden you find species from 

Africa, China and the Mediterranean 

growing alongside the Alaskan 

and Greenlandic and indigenous 

specimens, all outdoors. We will also 

visit the beautifully situated fishing 

village of Olafsfjordur and the nearby 

lake where we will enjoy a picnic 

lunch. For the walkers there will the 

opportunity to take the old trail over 

Drangaskaro, a difficult and strenuous 

route, but scenically very rewarding. 

Day 6 - Husavik. From Husavik we 

travel by bus to Lake Mývatn-Krafla 

area, a fine example of the volcanic 

world with lava fields, boiling and 

steaming mud pools, steam vents 

of sulphur and craters. The area 

illustrates the sheer magnitude of 


Cruising on the Zodiac 

Lake Myvatn 

The coastline 

hosts bountiful 

colonies of 

seabirds and as 

we circumnavigate 

the island we 

enter coves and 

go ashore by 

Zodiac to visit 

colonies of 

puffins, skuas 

and kittiwakes. 

Iceland’s forces at work. The lake itself 

with beautiful natural rock formations 

and hot springs is also a unique 

ecosystem and largest migratory bird 

sanctuary in Europe. Our route will 

also take us by Godafoss (falls of the 

Gods), an imposing sight. 

Day 7 - Langanes Peninsula. The 

duck’s head shaped Langanes Peninsula 

is truly out of the way and largely a 

wilderness moorland with some bird 

cliffs, abandoned houses, driftwood 

beaches, wisps of fog and a remote 

lighthouse at the tip of the peninsula. 

Day 8 - Seydisfjordur. The natural 

harbour here preserves its fishing 

heritage and its architectural style 

from the early 19th century. On a 

walking tour we will pass brightly 

painted and well preserved 

Norwegian style wooden buildings 

and visit the shops famous for their 

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Icelandic patterned woollens. In the 

afternoon we steam out of the fjord 

and head along the southeast coast. 

Day 9 - Hofn. Today we will see the 

shimmering white Vatnajokull Glacier, 

Europe’s largest glacier, sometimes 

called an icecap. The 600 metre thick 

ice surmounts active volcanoes, one 

of which erupted in 1996, creating a 







Day 10 - Westmann Islands & 

Surtsey Island. Late morning as 

we cruise the coast, we expect to 

round Dyrhólaey (Door Island) with 

its distinctive arch and perhaps 

have views of Mýrdals Glacier in 

the background. In the afternoon 


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we begin our exploration of 

Vestmannaeyjar (Westmann Islands). 

Islanders here live with a dramatic 

volcanic history. In 1973 the island of 

Heimaey experienced an eruption 

which created a new mountain, 

Eldfell, known as Mount Fire. As part 

of our exploration of the Westmann 

Islands, we circumnavigate Surtsey 

Island which was created volcanically 

in 1963 and is a closed nature 

reserve. Few places in the world 

illustrate more dramatically the 

powerful forces of nature. Visit the 

only community Heimaey where half 

buried houses can be partially seen 

peeking out through the lava and 

ash, and cruise amongst the islands 

and sea cliffs by Zodiac or ship. 

Day 11 - Reykjavik to London. 

Disembark this morning and enjoy a tour 

of Reykjavik before transferring to the 

airport for the return flight to London. 

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Epic Iceland

Passage to Greenland 

An exploration of coastal Greenland 

1st to 14th September 2012 

Join us for this remarkable expedition cruise as we sail from Iceland, across the Denmark Strait to 

begin a voyage around the fjords and islands of southern Greenland, following in the wake of the great 

Norse settlers who risked life and limb some 900 years ago when they left the shores of Iceland. Coastal 

Greenland is marvellous to behold with great towering cliffs, walls of glacial ice, winding fjords, vast icesheets 

and flowing glaciers. It is one of the last great wilderness areas where man has made little difference 

to the landscape and tourists are still a rarity. For most visitors their first encounter with Greenland is a 

humbling experience as they witness nature in the raw and look out across a magnificent Arctic world. 

Icebergs 

Nuuk 

GREENLAND 

Brattahlid 

Nanortalik 

Prins Christian 

Sund 

DENMARK 

ICELAND 

STRAIT Reykjavik 


Nuuk 

Paamiut 

Sukkertoppen 

Ivittuut 

Sisimiut 

Illulisat 

Kangerlussuaq 

Qaqortoq 

Highlights of our cruise will 

be numerous and we will 

make good use of our fleet 

of Zodiacs as we explore small bays 

and view icebergs of all shapes and 

sizes. Our exploration of coastal 

Greenland begins on a high with Prins 

Christian Sund. Cruising through this 

region on Zodiacs is an unforgettable 

experience, the jagged coastline 

being home to a rich animal kingdom. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Reykjavik. Fly 

by scheduled flight and transfer to 

the MS Caledonian Sky moored in 

the city. There will be the opportunity 

this afternoon to enjoy some time in 

Reykjavik as we sail at midnight. 

Days 2 & 3 - At sea. As we head 

towards Greenland, crossing the 

Denmark Strait, we relax onboard 

and attend lectures. The bridge and 

large deck areas onboard are ideal 

lookouts for spotting whales, dolphins 

and seabirds. 

Day 4 - Prins Christian Sund & 

Nanortalik, Greenland. This morning 

we navigate the narrow waters of Prins 

Christian Sund Fjord with its amazing 

array of glaciers, icebergs and melting 

rivers of ice. This is a scenic highlight 

of the cruise. In the picturesque town 

of Nanortalik, we will visit the open 

air market and the local museum 

with Norse and Inuit relics. While in 

the Arctic Region, birds to watch for 

include kittiwake, fulmar, Arctic tern 

and eider. 

Day 5 - Brattahlid. Today we land 

at Brattahlid. This sheltered spot 

was chosen by Erik the Red, the first 

European to land on Greenland, as 

a Viking settlement toward the end 

of the 10th century. The settlement 

disappeared towards the end of the 

15th century but today we have the 

opportunity to visit the remains of 

the colony and a reconstruction of 

the first church in the New World. 

Local guides will be on hand to 

discuss this fascinating site. In the

Prins Christian Sund Ilulissat 

afternoon we walk to the ruins at 

Igaliku, once the religious epicentre 

of the local Viking settlement. 

Day 6 - Hvalsey & Qaqortoq. In 

Hvalsey, we see some of the best 

preserved Viking ruins (1300s) 

including the church where the last 

religious ceremony was performed in 

1408 before the people mysteriously 

vanished from the area. The 

impressive ruins of a farmstead 

of the Vikings tell of a history that 

dates back 1000 years. Later we visit 

Qaqortoq with its wonderful historic 

buildings, and modern art – reliefs 

sculpted into granite walls which are 

a major attraction. 

Day 7 - Ivittuut. After a morning 

cruising we arrive at Ivittuut, an 

abandoned mining town and an old 

Norse settlement. 

Day 8 - Paamiut. Be on deck as we 

approach Paamiut; the surrounding 

waters are well known feeding 

grounds for whales. There should 

be an excellent chance of viewing 

humpbacks and minkes in the area. 

Founded in 1742 with an approximate 

population of 3,500, the town is 

known as Greenland’s artist colony, 

producing high quality tupilags and 

other carvings. 

Day 9 - Nuuk. In the morning 

explore Greenland’s capital, seeing 

the National Museum which houses 

some fascinating exhibits including 

15th century Qilakitsoq Mummies, a 

world class archaeological find. For 

the more energectic there may be 

a chance to walk up the 430-metre 

Quassussuaq and perhaps continue 

up the 780-metre ‘Uvkusissat’, 

stopping at the large aquamarine 

lake on the way. 

Day 10 - Sukkertoppen. Today, 

we continue sailing up the western 

coast of Greenland enjoying the 

rugged landscapes. We will call into 

Sukkertoppen, a town of some 3000 

inhabitants that was established in 

1755. Explore on foot and weather 

permitting, take to the Zodiacs to 

see why the Greenlandic name of 

Maniitsoq translates to “place of 

rugged terrain”. 

Day 11 - Ilulissat. Ilulissat means 

‘iceberg’ in Greenlandic, and this 

town lives up to its name. The most 

productive glacier in the Northern 

Hemisphere, Sermeq Kujalleq, feeds 

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Icefjord. As a result this area is on 

UNESCO’s list of World Heritage sites. 

Day 12 - Sisimiut. Sisimiut is 

the second largest community in 

Greenland. Here we will find fishing 

trawlers, a shipyard and a busy fish 

processing factory. We recommend 

a visit to the arts and crafts workshop 

close to the pier where you may watch 

the local craftsmen create traditional 

jewellery and purchase local souvenirs. 

The area surrounding Sisimiut boasts 

a rich population of whales, reindeer 

and seals, making it a popular place 

for thousands of years. 

Day 13 - Kangerlussuaq to 

Copenhagen. During the night we sail 

up the lengthy Kangerlussuaq fjord. 

Disembark after breakfast and transfer 

to the airport for the scheduled flight 

to Copenhagen. On arrival, transfer 

to a first class airport hotel for an 

overnight stay. 

Day 14 - Copenhagen to London / 

Manchester. Enjoy a free morning to 

explore Copenhagen before an early 

afternoon transfer to the airport for 

your flight to London or Manchester. 


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Our exploration 

of coastal 

Greenland 

begins on 

a high with 

Prins Christian 

Sund. Cruising 

through this 

region on 

Zodiacs is an 

unforgettable 

experience, 

the jagged 

coastline being 

home to a 

rich animal 

kingdom. 

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Passage to Greenland

Viking Trail to the Americas 

An expedition cruise along the eastern coast of Canada 

12th to 27th September 2012 

This unusual voyage is a true Arctic Odyssey, combining the south western tip of Greenland with 

the vast coastal wilderness of Canada’s Labrador Coast and the island of Newfoundland. Coastal 

Greenland is one of the last great wilderness areas where man has made little difference to the 

landscape. Much of the deeply indented Labrador coastline is also a vast wilderness area, virtually 

unknown to modern travellers. Isolated communities can only reach each other by sea or air and the 

MS Caledonian Sky is the ideal way to explore the region. 

Iqaluit 

Akpatok Island 

Torngat Mountains 

Saglek Bay 

Nachvak Fjord 

Hebron 

Cape Mugford 

Hopedale 

CANADA 

Magdalen 

Islands 

Halifax 

BAFFIN 

ISLAND 

Battle Harbour 

L’Anse Aux Meadows 

St Anthony 

Gros Morne NP 

Louisbourg 

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Sail through the mixing ocean 

currents of the Davis Strait 

and Labrador Sea, a 

biologically rich area. We will pass the 

spectacular Torngat Mountains which 

meet the ocean in a progression 

of spectacular steep-walled fjords 

as they mark the edge of 300 000 

sq km of trackless landscape. 

Finally, we will reach Newfoundland 

Island and at the far northern tip visit 

the L’Anse aux Meadows National 

Historic Park. Here in an unspoiled 

waterside setting, looking pretty much 

as it did in 1000 A.D. when the Vikings 

became the first Europeans to land 

in North America, are the remains of 

their settlement. 

Our voyage features coastlines 

steeped in history with ancient 

archaeological and National Heritage 

Sites set against stunning landscapes 

of natural wonders. 

Kangerlussuaq 

Sukkertoppen 

GREENLAND 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London Heathrow to 

Copenhagen. Fly by scheduled 

flight and transfer to a central hotel 

for an overnight stay. Remainder of 

day at leisure. 

Day 2 - Copenhagen to Kangerlussuaq. 

Fly by scheduled flight this morning. 

We arrive in the small town of 

Kangerlussuaq and enjoy a morning 

exploring the nearby ice cap, Russell 

Glacier and possibly some of the local 

wildlife including reindeer and muskox. 

In the afternoon we transfer to the MS 

Caledonian Sky and sail this evening. 

Day 3 - Sukkertoppen. This morning 

we sail down the western coast of 

Greenland enjoying the rugged 

landscapes. We will call into 

Sukkertoppen, a town of some 3000 

inhabitants that was established in 

1755. Explore on foot and weather 

permitting take to the Zodiacs to 

see why the Greenlandic name of 

Maniitsoq translates to “place of 

rugged terrain”. 

Days 4 - Davis Strait. Spend the day 

onboard as we cruise “iceberg alley” 

which separates Greenland from 

Baffin Island. Our lecture programme 

continues as we look out for icebergs 

and wildlife. 

Day 5 - Iqaluit, Baffin Island, Canada. 

This morning we will make landfall at 

the newest territory of Canada, Iqaluit. 

We will visit the arts centre, museum 

and park. This afternoon we are in the 

wilderness with Zodiac cruising around 

Frobisher Bay. There is the possibility 

that we will see polar bears, seals and 

a variety of seabirds here. 

Day 6 - Akpatok Island. A delight 

for geologists and naturalists alike, 

this limestone island is known for 

its fossils, gigantic cliffs and good 

opportunities for sightings of polar 

bear, walrus and thick-billed murres. 

Day 7 - Torngat Mountains. Known 

to the Inuit people as “land of the 

spirits”, these mountains were formed 

from rocks thought to be almost four 

billion years old. Today it is a UNESCO 

site and National Park. Black bear and 

polar bear live amongst the area’s 

majestic network of fjords, cliffs and 

peaks. We will cruise into Nachvak 

Fjord where mountains tower almost 

6000 feet above the magnificent 

coastline and wilderness. The remote 

fjords were carved by glaciers and 

today cascading waterfalls and ancient 

burial grounds can be found. We will 

also explore Saglek Bay, located at 

the mouth of a fantastic fjord system, 

and where the cultural remains of 

Maritime Archaic, early Paleo-Eskimo 

and Dorset Eskimo periods have been 

found. The untouched landscapes 

are breathtaking. 

Day 8 - Hebron & Cape Mugford. In 

Hebron, we explore the buildings that 

Moravian Brethrens left behind after 

bringing their mission to the area. The 

settlement was abandoned in 1959. 

We also visit Cape Mugford, home to 

unique volcanic rock formations. 

Day 9 - Hopedale. This morning we 

will land at Hopedale on the Labrador 

Coast, a largely Inuit community 

transformed by the arrival of Moravian 

missionaries in 1782. Today it remains a 

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Cruising in the Zodiac 

small but thriving community. Remnants 

of the Hopedale Mission include a 

church, mission house, storehouses, 

workshops and other smaller buildings. 

Visit the community to learn about the 

past as well as life today. 

Day 10 - Battle Harbour. Located 

on a small island in the Labrador Sea, 

Battle Harbour is a restored 19th 

century fishing village which was first 

settled by Europeans in 1770, and 

was home to the Labrador Schooner 

Fishery. Today it is an excellent 

restoration giving insight into the 

rugged lifestyle and the society which 

was created by Newfoundlanders 

and Labradoreans during the 18th, 

19th and 20th centuries. According to 

legend, the Montagnais Indians, aided 

by the French, fought their final battle 

against the Inuit here. 

Day 11 - St Anthony & L’Anse 

Aux Meadows. From St Anthony, we 

visit L’Anse aux Meadows, the only 

authenticated Viking settlement in 

North America and a UNESCO site. 

The site features a recreation of sod 

houses that let the visitor experience 

life as it was 1000 years ago and the 

Interpretation Centre tells the story of 

these hearty adventurers who braved 

the North Atlantic in small boats. 

Day 12 - Gros Morne National Park. 

Gros Morne National Park is on the 

west coast of Newfoundland and is 

the second largest national park in 

Atlantic Canada, surpassed only by 

Torngat Mountains National Park. 

The park was designated a UNESCO 

World Heritage Site for both its 

geological history and its exceptional 

scenery. The geology of the park in 

particular illustrates the concept of 

plate tectonics and has shed light on 

geological evolution and processes. 

Day 13 - Magdalen Islands. 

The Magdalen Islands (Iles de la 

Madeleine) form a small archipelago 

in the Gulf of St Lawrence which 

were inhabited in 1755 by French 

speaking Acadians. The few fishing 

families who make their home in this 

remote archipelago have taken to 

painting their cottages in a bright 

and beautiful array of primary hues. 

As well as the charming ancient 

villages, the islands are also home to 

some of the most relaxing beaches 

in Canada, celebrated for their fine 

sand and sheltered position. The 

islands’ beaches provide habitat for 

the endangered Piping Plover and the 

Roseata Tern. 

Day 14 - Louisbourg, Cape Breton. 

In Louisbourg this morning we visit 

the Fortress of Louisbourg National 

Historic Site, the largest historical 

reconstruction in North America. The 

French began building the fortress 

in 1719 to serve as the first line of 

defence against the British in their 

struggle for North America. Today 

the reconstructed fortress allows one 

to step back in time and witness the 

reenactment of everyday life and work 

from centuries ago. 



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Day 15 - Halifax, Novia Scotia to 

London. Disembark this morning and 

enjoy a morning tour of Halifax, the 

capital of Nova Scotia. A highlight of 

the city is the Maritime Museum of the 

Atlantic where you can learn about the 

life of Samuel Cunard, a Nova Scotia 

native who founded the Cunard Steam 

Ship Company. This afternoon transfer 

to the airport for the return scheduled 

flight to London via Montreal. 

Day 16 - London Heathrow. 

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Our voyage 

features 

coastlines 

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with ancient 

archaeological 

sites set against 

stunning 

landscapes of 

natural wonders. 

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Viking Trail to the Americas

Autumn Colours in North America 

Witness the autumnal beauty of North America on a voyage from Halifax to Yorktown 

25th September to 9th October 2012 with James Robertson 

Montreal 

USA 

Bar Harbor 

Newport 

Poughkeepsie 

Baltimore 

Washington D.C. 

Campobello 

Portland 

Gloucester 

New York 

Delaware Bay 

Yorktown 

Halifax 

Lunenburg 

Martha’s Vineyard 

We begin our 12 night cruise 

in the picturesque village 

of Lunenburg, in Nova 

Scotia, the region’s only UNESCO 

World Heritage Site. Nestled on 

a hilly peninsula, this 19th-century 

village is known for its shipbuilding, 

seafaring expertise, and natural 

beauty which will only be heightened 

by the season’s autumnal palette. 

We sail west through the Bay of 

Fundy to Campobello where Franklin 

Roosevelt enjoyed his summer 

vacations for fifty six years before 

sailing the rugged and beautiful 

coastline of the sprawling state of 

Maine. Here we call into Bar Harbor 

and the state’s capital Portland where 

we explore the fascinating history 

of this region that played such an 

Hudson River 

ATLANTIC 

OCEAN 

An autumnal voyage along the east coast of North America offers 

the traveller stunning scenery at one of the loveliest times of the 

year. New England is legendary for its glorious autumn foliage 

when its picturesque villages and country lanes are lined with a 

tapestry of colours. We explore quaint coastal towns that boast the 

best preserved colonial architecture in North America to the sprawling 

metropolises of New York City and Boston, brimming with culture, 

history and entertainment. If you have contemplated a visit to New 

England in the Fall, but perhaps been dissuaded by the thought of long 

coach journeys, then this coastal cruise could be the perfect answer. 

influential role in the settlement of the 

British and eventually their expulsion. 

In Massachusetts we discover the 

culturally rich and architecturally 

handsome cities of Boston and 

Cambridge, before further enjoying 

the colonial influenced architecture 

of Newport on Rhode Island. No 

trip to East Coast America would be 

complete without a visit to the iconic 

city of New York, particularly stunning 

when the summer heat has cooled 

off and before the New York winter 

months arrive. A unique element of 

the trip is the opportunity to cruise 

the Hudson River with its stunning 

autumnal scenery. We conclude 

our journey with a visit to Baltimore 

and the historic colonial city of 

Williamsburg where we learn more 

of the 17th to 18th century history of 

this spectacular region. 






The Itinerary 

Day 1 – London Heathrow to 

Montreal. Fly by scheduled flight. 

Arrive this evening and transfer to 

the Delta Hotel (or similar) for an 


Day 2 – Montreal to Halifax. Enjoy a 

morning at leisure in Montreal before 

an afternoon transfer to the airport 

for your flight to Halifax. On arrival 

A unique 

element of 

the trip is the 

opportunity 

to cruise the 

Hudson River 

with its 

stunning 

autumnal 

scenery. 


transfer to the MS Caledonian Sky and 

sail this evening. 

Day 3 – Lunenburg, Nova Scotia. 

Today we enjoy a walking tour through 

the UNESCO World Heritage awarded 

town of Lunenburg. Established 

in 1753, the Old Town is the best 

surviving example of a planned 

British colonial settlement in North 

America. Named in honour of King 

George II who was also the duke 

of Braunschweig-Lunenburg, the 

architecture of this seaside town 

reflects a strong European influence 

due to the settlement of ‘Foreign 

Protestants’ from Germany, France, 

Switzerland and the Netherlands. 

We visit stunning historical buildings 

and stately heritage homes as we 

explore the Old Town and visit the 

aquarium at the Fisheries Museum of 

the Atlantic. 

Day 4 - Campobello, New Brunswick 

& Eastport, Maine. This morning we 

explore lovely Campobello Island, 

where President Franklin Delano 

Roosevelt and his family spent summer 

vacations for 56 years. View the 

magnificent 34 room residence which 

is the centre-piece of the Roosevelt 

Campobello International Park. 

Also see the historic East Quoddy 

Lighthouse, standing guard over the 

rocky shores of the Bay of Fundy, and 

watch for migratory birds, including 

woodpeckers, doves, and even Bald 

Eagles. Sail over to the small island 

town of Eastport, the eastern-most 

city in the United States. Our guided 

tour acquaints you with its rich history 

from the British occupation to the 

great fire of 1886. 

Day 5 - Bar Harbor, Maine. Today 

explore Bar Harbor, set amid Maine’s 

dramatic coast. The island, discovered 

by Samuel de Champlain in 1604, 

is surrounded by Acadia National 

Park the most visited National Park 

in North America after Yellowstone. 

First, wander the streets of this quaint 

fishing village on Mount Desert Island 

which was a fashionable resort town in 

the late 1800s and the summer home 

of influential families, including the 

Rockefellers, Astors and Carnegies. In 

the afternoon, tour Acadia National 

Park to discover the Wild Gardens of 

Acadia, showcasing over 300 native 

plant species. Also visit the Abbe 

Museum’s collections chronicling 

Maine’s 10,000 years of Native 

American culture and history. 

Baltimore, Maryland 

Lunenburg, Nova Scotia Osprey, Delaware 

Day 6 - Casco Bay & Portland, 

Maine. This morning we will cruise 

though the Calender Islands of Casco 

Bay before arriving into Portland’s 

historic Old Port district brimming 

with charming boutiques and quaint 

cafes. Henry Wadsworth Longfellow 

immortalized Portland when he wrote 

‘ My Lost Youth.’ We will join a City 

Highlights Tour, including a stop at 

the Portland Head Light, America’s 

first lighthouse. It was commissioned 

by George Washington and built 

in 1787 to guard what was then the 

state’s busiest habour. The Old Port 

Exchange with its cobblestone streets 

is the core of the cultural revival that 

extends to the Art district with its 

marvellous museum and art school. 

Day 7 - Gloucester, Massachusetts. 

From our berth in the enchanting 

port of Gloucester we take a tour 

to Boston and Cambridge. In 1630 

the Puritans settled in Boston and 

formed the Massachusetts Bay 

Colony, one of the earliest English 

settlements in North America. 

Cambridge has developed into an 

international community merging 

history, education, arts and culture. 

We will have time to stroll the 

historically elegant Brattle Street 

with its outstanding collection 

of Tory mansions including the 

Longfellow House National Historic 

Site, a treasure chest of historic 

artefacts. In Boston we will view 

the Old North Church inspired by 

the works of Christopher Wren. It 

was built in 1723 and is where Paul 

Revere began his midnight ride of 

April 1775 preceding the Battles of 

Lexington and Concord during the 

American Revolution. We discover 

the Beacon Hill neigh borhood, with 

lovely turn-of-the-century homes and 

cobblestone streets, looking splendid 

in their Fall Colours. Also, visit the 

Charles-town Naval Yard and board 

the USS Constitution, the oldest 

commissioned warship still afloat 

and most famous for her actions 

during the War of 1812 against Great 

Britain when she captured numerous 

merchant ships and defeated five 

British warships. 

Day 8 - Martha’s Vineyard. Over a 

century ago, Martha’s Vineyard was 

one of the world’s most important 

whaling centres. Today, its picturesque 

landscape of fishing villages and 

beautiful beaches is home to local, 

summertime, and celebrity residents. 

Spend the day in Edgartown, an 

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architectural gem of 18th and 19th 

century sea captains’ houses and 

other historic buildings. Visit the 

Vincent House, built in 1672 and the 

oldest residence on Martha’s Vineyard, 

and the Old Whaling Church, built 

in 1843 and considered one of New 

England’s finest examples of Greek 

Revival architecture. Later, you will 

have the opportunity to stroll along 

the harbour or discover the town’s fine 

boutiques and restaurants. 

Day 9 - Newport, Rhode Island. 

Through the years Newport has 

made a name for itself in a variety of 

manners, first as a colony founded 

on religious freedom, later as the 

summer playground for the American 

socialite families including Kennedy 

and Eisenhower, as a key location 

for the United States Navy, and then 

as the yachting centre. A principal 

18th century port city, Newport now 

boasts amongst the highest number 

of surviving colonial builds of any city 

in the United States. Our morning tour 

will explore the opulent ocean-side 

mansions, interesting museums, coastal 

forts and lighthouses of the town. 

Day 10 - New York. To stand on 

deck whilst we sail into New York 

City past the Statue of Liberty is a 

truly breathtaking experience. Our 

morning tour will include the city 

highlights including the Empire 

State Building. The afternoon is free 

to explore independently, maybe 

visit the legendary artists and writers’ 

quarter of Greenwich Village, enjoy 

shopping on Fifth Avenue, visit one of 

the world famous galleries or enjoy a 

walk around Central Park which will be 

awash with greens, yellows and reds. 

We sail at midnight so have the whole 

evening to enjoy this iconic city. 

Day 11 – Poughkeepsie & Hudson 

River, New York State. Visit the 

Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential 

Library and Museum, conceived by 

Roosevelt to house the many historical 

papers, books, and memorabilia 

throughout his life. After privately 

raising funds to build the site, he 

donated it to the National Archives 

to ensure that the public would 

have access to important historical 

documents. Also visit Eleanor 

Roosevelt’s residence Val-Kill, a 

National Historic Site. Wander the 

bucolic grounds and visit the cottage 

where Eleanor lived until her death. 

This afternoon we cruise along the 

Hudson enjoying the spectacle of 

autumnal foliage along the banks of 

this majestic river. 

Central Park, New York 

Bar Harbor, Maine 

Day 12 – Delaware Bay & 

Baltimore, Maryland. This morning 

we cruise through Delaware Bay 

before transiting the Chesapeake and 

Delaware Canal, arriving in Baltimore 

at lunchtime. Baltimore is a truly great 

American city full of colonial and 

maritime history. Our afternoon tour 

will include the national landmark 

historic and cultural district of Mount 

Vernon, Fort McHenry best known 

for its role in the War of 1812 and the 

vibrant hub of Fells point. 

Day 13 – Yorktown, Virginia. From 

the port of Yorktown, our excursion 

leads to historic Colonial Williamsburg. 

The capital of the Virginia colony 

from 1699 to 1780 and once the 

political and economic centre of 

the Virginia colony, Williamsburg is 

the nation’s premier living museum, 

Post Cruise Extension 

After disembarking the MS 

Caledonian Sky, we are offering a 

two-night post cruise extension in 

Washington D.C. Your package will 

include 2 nights hotel accommodation 

on bed and breakfast basis, a half day 

city orientation tour and transfers. 


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offering visitors a glimpse of life as it 

was in the 17th and 18th centuries. A 

guided tour leads us along the Duke 

of Gloucester Street, Williamsburg’s 

main thoroughfare, past the Capitol, 

the courthouse, the Governor’s Palace 

and the historic Bruton Parish Church, 

which has held Episcopal services here 

since 1715. Then enjoy time at leisure 

to explore the museums and side 

streets, which are filled with taverns, 

bakeries and the restored houses of 

wheelwrights, coopers, apothecaries 

and other tradesmen. 

Day 14 – Yorktown to London. 

Disembark this morning and transfer 

to Washington D.C. for your return 

scheduled flight to London Heathrow. 

Day 15 – London Heathrow. 

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Church in New England

New England in the Fall 

& the Colonial South 

A voyage from Yorktown to Savannah 

8th to 23rd October 2012 

USA 

New York 

Baltimore 

Washington D.C. 

Savannah 

Yorktown 

Gloucester 

Portsmouth 

Newport 

Charleston 

Portland 

Wilmington 

During our 

voyage we moor 

in the heart of 

Charleston on 

the banks of the 

Ashley river, one 

of the best places 

to appreciate 

Southern 

antebellum 

culture. 


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OCEAN 

Of course we could not offer 

such an itinerary without 

including the cities of Boston, 

New York and Washington, but for 

many it is the less well known that 

will be the most memorable. We 

will visit Yorktown with its famous 

battlegrounds of the American 

Revolution and nearby Williamsburg 

in all its 18th century glory. Then on to 

Baltimore with its famed inner harbour 

and Fort McHenry, and on our visit 

to Boston, we will call into the fishing 

town of Gloucester which is also an 

internationally acclaimed artists’ colony. 

Just across from the Massachusetts 

coast lies the tiny island of Martha’s 

Vineyard, a world famous resort where 

we spend the day before enjoying 

a well earned relaxing day at sea as 

we head for Portsmouth Virginia. 

And so begins our journey along 

the coastline of the Southern States 

visiting Wilmington South Carolina, 

and beautifully preserved Charleston, 

Portland Head Light, Maine 

During this voyage along the United States eastern seaboard 

we travel as far north as Portland in Maine and to Savannah, 

Georgia in the Deep South. This unique cruise is a fantastic 

opportunity to witness the autumnal colours of the New England 

states and immerse yourself in the glorious colonial architecture 

of Virginia, the Carolina’s and Georgia. In just two weeks we 

cover a great swathe of America visiting some of the most 

famous places that were the foundation of the nation from 

Boston to Washington and beyond. 

the birthplace of the Civil War. Our 

journey ends in Savannah, an elegant 

city founded in 1733 where we will see 

some of its enchanting architecture 

before returning home. 






The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Washington DC. 

Fly by scheduled flight. Drive to 

Yorktown and embark MS Caledonian 

Sky. Enjoy welcome drinks and dinner. 

Moor overnight. 

Day 2 - Yorktown, Virginia. From the 

port of Yorktown, our excursion leads 

to historic Williamsburg. The capital of 

the Virginia colony from 1699 to 1780, 

Williamsburg is the nation’s premier 

living museum, offering visitors a 

glimpse of life as it was in the 17th and 

18th centuries. A guided tour leads us 

along the Duke of Gloucester Street, 

Williamsburg’s main thoroughfare, 

past the Capitol, the courthouse, the 

Governor’s Palace and the historic 

Bruton Parish Church, which has held 

Episcopal services here since 1715. 

Sail this evening up Chesapeake Bay. 

Day 3 - Washington DC. During 

the night we will enter the Potomac 

River, arriving in Alexandria at 

breakfast time. We will start the day 

with a visit to nearby Mount Vernon, 

the home of George and Martha 

Washington. For more than 40 years, 

George Washington, Commanderin-Chief 

of the American forces in 

the Revolutionary War and the first 

President of the United States, called 

Mount Vernon home. Today, guests to 

Mount Vernon can visit the Mansion, 

more than a dozen original structures, 

Washington’s Tomb, and nearly 50 

acres of his extensive plantation. After 

lunch we will set off for Washington 

DC, enjoying a drive around the 

capital including the U.S. Capitol 

Building, Washington Memorial and 

the White House. We return to the 

vessel in the late afternoon and sail 

down the Potomac River. 

Day 4 - Baltimore, Maryland. 

Baltimore is a truly great American city 

full of colonial and maritime history. 

Our morning tour will include the 

national landmark historic and cultural 

district of Mount Vernon ; it is one 

of the city’s oldest neighbourhoods 



Bellamy Mansion, Wilmington Boston 

and originally was home to the city’s 

most wealthy and fashionable families. 

Later, visit Fort McHenry best known 

for its role in the War of 1812 and 

the vibrant hub of Fells Point. Back 

on board for lunch and a relaxing 

afternoon at sea. 

Day 5 - New York, New York State. 

To stand on deck whilst we sail 

into New York City, past the Statue 

of Liberty is a truly breathtaking 

experience. Our morning tour will 

include the city highlights including the 

Empire State Building. The afternoon is 

free to explore independently. We sail 

at midnight so have the whole evening 

to enjoy this iconic city. 

Day 6 - Newport, Rhode Island. 

A principal 18th century port city, 

Newport boasts amongst the highest 

number of surviving colonial builds 

of any city in the United States. 

Our afternoon tour will explore 

the opulent ocean-side mansions, 

interesting museums, coastal forts and 

lighthouses of the town. 

Day 7 - Casco Bay & Portland, 

Maine. This morning we will cruise 

though the Calender Islands of Casco 

Bay before arriving into Portland’s 

historic Old Port district brimming 

with charming boutiques and quaint 

cafes. We will join a city highlights 

Tour, including a stop at the Portland 

Head Light, America’s first lighthouse. 

The Old Port Exchange with its 

cobblestone streets is the core of the 

cultural revival that extends to the Art 

district with its marvellous museum 

and art school. 

Day 8 - Gloucester, Massachusetts. 

From our berth in the enchanting 

port of Gloucester we take a 

tour to Boston and Cambridge. 

Cambridge has developed into an 





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international community merging 

history, education, arts and culture. 

We will have time to stroll the 

historically elegant Brattle Street with 

its outstanding collection of Tory 

mansions including the Longfellow 

House National Historic Site, a 

treasure chest of historic artefacts. 

In Boston we will view the Old North 

Church inspired by the works of 

Christopher Wren. We discover the 

Beacon Hill neighborhood, with 

lovely turn-of-the-century homes and 

cobblestone streets, looking splendid 

in their Fall Colours. Also, visit the 

Charlestown Naval Yard and board 

the USS Constitution, the oldest 

commissioned warship still afloat. 

Day 9 - Martha’s Vineyard. Over a 

century ago, Martha’s Vineyard was 

one of the world’s most important 

whaling centres. Today, its picturesque 

landscape of fishing villages and 

beautiful beaches is home to local, 

summertime, and celebrity residents. 

Spend the day in Edgartown, an 

architectural gem of 18th and 19th 

century sea captains’ houses and 

other historic buildings. Later, you will 

have the opportunity to stroll along 

the harbour or discover the town’s fine 

boutiques and restaurants. 

Day 10 - At sea. Relax onboard and 

attend a lecture. 

Day 11 - Portsmouth, Virginia. 

We will spend the morning in 

this charming town which, like its 

namesake in the UK, has a fine 

seafaring tradition. We will visit the 

Naval Museum and have a guided 

tour through the Old Town with 

its well kept period homes and 

interesting shops and galleries. Sail at 

lunchtime. This afternoon we cruise 

along the long chain of barrier Islands 

from Kittihawk to Cape Hatteras, a 

haven for birdlife. 

Day 12 - Wilmington, North 

Carolina. Situated between the 


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sea and Cape Fear River, historic 

Wilmington was founded in 1739. 

To this day, visitors are reminded 

of its rich history by the grand old 

homes and tree-lined boulevards 

making Wilmington one of the most 

beautiful small cities in the south. 

Our visit will include the beautiful 

antebellum Bellamay Mansion and 

the quintessential southern garden 

of Airlie. This 67 acre garden by the 

sea is a breathtaking combination of 

formal gardens, wildlife, follies and 

sculptures and 10 acres of fresh 

water lakes. 

Day 13 - Charleston, South Carolina. 

The city of Charleston is brimming 

with history and culture. Here was the 

scene of the major Revolutionary War 

naval battles, tales of pirates and civil 

war sieges. We will moor in the heart 

of this living museum on the banks 

of the Ashley River. Here is one the 

best places to appreciate Southern 

antebellum culture. Our tour will 

include Fort Sumter and some of the 

best plantations, gardens and parks. 

We will stay in Charleston until late in 

the evening affording the opportunity 

for an after dinner walk along the 

cobblestone streets illuminated by old 

fashioned gas lamps. 

Day 14 - Savannah, Georgia. A 

fitting place to end our American 

odyssey, here amongst the stunning 

architecture of Savannah’s old 

quarter we will stroll through the 

squares and historic cobblestone 

streets, manicured gardens and oak 

shaded parks. Highlights will include 

Fort Jackson, the Savannah History 

Museum and the Andrew Low House. 

Moor overnight. 

Day 15 - Savannah to London. 

Disembark this morning and return to 

London by scheduled indirect flight. 

Day 16 - London Heathrow. Arrive 

this morning. 

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New England in the Fall & the Colonial South

Cuba to Costa Rica 

Step back in time in Cuba, visit the Mayans in Mexico and Belize and 

explore the stunning reefs of the Western Caribbean Sea 

24th October to 9th November 2012 

MEXICO 

Belize 

City 

GUATEMALA 

BELIZE 

Playa del 

Carmen 

Half Moon Caye 

Roatan 

HONDURAS 

San Jose 

COSTA RICA 

Nowhere, in 

the whole of the 

West Indies does 

the centuries of 

New World 

history come to 

life in such a 

dramatic way as 

in Old Havana. 

NICARAGUA 

Havana 

Isla de la 

Juventud 

Isla de Providencia 

San Andres 

Puerto Limon 

Nassau 

BAHAMAS 

CUBA 

Cienfuegos 

C A R I B B E A N S E A 

PANAMA 

COLOMBIA 

From Cuba we sail across to 

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula to 

view the Mayan site at Tulum 

and then we follow the Caribbean coast 

of the Central Americas. In Belize we 

encounter a vast barrier reef, second 

only in size to the Great Barrier Reef. 

We will explore this extraordinary 

natural site with our onboard naturalists 

and enjoy this marine paradise with 

its amazingly clear waters. We also 

have three little known islands to 

visit, Colombia’s San Andres and 

Isla Providencia together with the 

Honduran island of Roatan. These are 

beautiful and uncommercialised islands 

that offer a relaxing interlude in what 

promises to be an endlessly fascinating 

voyage. Our exploration ends in Costa 

Rica in Puerto Limon and from here 

you have the option of driving to the 

capital of San Jose for an overnight stay 

and returning to London or staying on 

in Costa Rica to visit the Monteverde 

Cloud Forest Reserve. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London Heathrow to Nassau, 

Bahamas. Fly by scheduled flight 

via Miami and transfer to the MS 

Caledonian Sky. Sail this evening. 

Day 2 - At sea. Sail through the islands 

of the Outer Bahamas. 

Day 3 - Havana, Cuba. This morning 

we will discover Habana Vieja (Old 

Havana) which was once enclosed 

This unusual exploration of the Caribbean Sea includes 

four days in captivating Cuba. We start with two days in 

Havana and then we work our way around the westernmost 

tip of the island before exploring the southern 

coast. It is an extraordinary place; glorious landscapes, 

delightful people and lifestyle that is more 1930s than 

that of today. Very few cars travel the roads through the 

soft and gentle countryside, horse drawn carriages or 

pedal power are the order of the day. So for a few days 

we step back in time and enjoy the beauty of 

the landscape, the historic cities and take 

VENEZUELA a rest from 21st century capitalism. 

within fortified walls. We will explore 

its twisting, cobbled streets that 

lead to beautifully restored Baroque 

churches, castles and palaces and visit 

the 16th century Plaza de Armas, the 

oldest plaza in the city and its original 

administrative centre. Nowhere in 

the whole of the West Indies does 

the centuries of New World history 

come to life in such 

a dramatic way as in 

Old Havana. After 

lunch we will drive 

along the Malecon, 

Havana’s seafront to 

Varadero. See the 

Plaza de la Revolucion 

and the headquarters 

of President Fidel 

Castro and his Council 

of Ministers. 

Day 4 - Havana. 

Enjoy a free morning 

Jaguar, Belize 

to explore Havana 

further or join an 

optional ‘Hemingway’s Cuba’ tour. 

Visit Ernest Hemingway’s finca in San 

Francisco de Paula and the Ernest 

Hemingway Museum and later, 

call into Cojimar Village, the inspiration 

for ‘The Old Man and the Sea’. Return 

to the vessel for lunch and sail. 

Day 5 - Isla de la Juventud. Located 

some 50 miles from Cuba’s south 

coast, this attractive island is famous 

for its beaches, coral reefs and densely 

forested hills. We have the afternoon 

to enjoy its natural beauty and learn of 

its early history when pirates made it 

their lair. 

Day 6 - Cienfuegos. Returning to 

the mainland we land at Cienfuegos, 

one of the most attractive cities on 

the island of Cuba. After a brief drive 

around the town we 

depart for Trinidad, 

driving through 

foothills of the palm 

covered Escambray 

Mountains and 

through quiet 

villages. Trinidad is 

without doubt the 

most handsome 

town in Cuba. It 

grew rich on sugar 

and the wealth 

it generated is 

evident along its 

cobblestone streets 

and elegant squares. 

Visit Museo Romantico, a colonial 

museum housed in a former merchant’s 

house and the ruined church of Ermita 

de Nuestra Senora for a dramatic view 

of the surrounding countryside. 

Day 7 - At sea. A day to relax onboard 

and attend a lecture. 

Day 8 - Playa del Carmen for Tulum, 

Mexico. Leaving Cuba we arrive at 

Mexico’s Yucatan Peninsula. The unique 


Mayan site of Tulum is perched 40 

feet above the sea on a cliff. It has a 

fascinating history and architecture 

with the pyramid, El Castillo, being 

the most impressive. Most Mayan 

sites are inland, so Tulum is a welcome 

exception particularly as it resides 

next to an excellent beach. 

Day 9 - Belize City, Belize. Arriving 

in Belize, we have an interesting 

day ahead as we travel inland to 

the ancient Mayan city of Lamanai 

(translates to ‘submerged crocodile’). 

From the nearby town of Orange 

Walk Bridge we board local boats for 

a wildlife cruise through mangroves, 

wetlands and forests. A short walk 

through the jungle brings us to the 

Lamanai Archaeological Reserve with 

its massive pyramids which are in fact 

pyramids built upon pyramids. Local 

guides will tell the story of this site 

which is the only Mayan city known to 

have been inhabited through every 

age of Mayan civilisation. 

Day 10 - Half Moon Caye. Sail out 

into the Caribbean Sea during the 

night for a day in paradise. Here there 

are reefs for the snorkellers to explore, 

the area was the first area to be 

environmentally protected in 1982 and 

is now part of the larger Belize Barrier 

Reef Reserve System, a UNESCO 

World Heritage Site. There will be the 

opportunity to visit the red footed 

booby sanctuary, the only nesting site in 

the region, home to approximately 4000 

of these large, somewhat gawky birds. 

Day 11 - Roatan, Honduras. 

Continuing our quest for hidden 

islands, we arrive at Islas de la Bahia 

and the island of Roatan. It is larger 

than our previous islands yet still 

possesses that magical air of times 

gone by. The island’s history is a 

turbulent mix of Spanish and British 

colonialism, slave trading, pirates 

and traders. On an island tour we will 

learn of Garifuna people, the native 

Indians of the Caribbean and visit the 

Carambola Botanical Garden. 

Day 12 - At sea. A relaxing 

day onboard. 

Day 13 - Isla de Providencia, 

Colombia. Often referred to as ‘Old 

Providence’ in English, Providencia 

is located 150 miles from the coast of 

Nicaragua. This is another beautiful 

Colombian Island that is little known 

and untouched by the hand of tourism. 

Along with its smaller sister island of 

Santa Catalina, it is enclosed by an 

extensive barrier reef system of some 

35 km in length, making it one of the 

most significant reefs in the world. 

Here there will be the opportunity to 

travel in local boats to an area known 

as Seven Coloured Waters to view the 

barrier reef. Moor overnight. 

Day 14 - San Andres. Sail at first 

light across to San Andres. Due to its 

location in the far south west corner 

of the Caribbean Sea and its relatively 

undeveloped tourism infrastructure, 

this Colombian owned island is not on 

the usual ‘cruise run’. The history of 

the island is replete with adventures 

of pirates and their invasions, and the 

occupations of the Spanish, Dutch 

and British. 

Day 15 - Puerto Limon, Costa Rica. 

Disembark this morning. Drive to the 

capital of San Jose for an overnight 

stay, enjoying a scenic journey and 

stopping for lunch. 

Day 16 - San Jose to London. 

Transfer to the airport and fly by 

scheduled indirect flight via Miami to 

London. 


Arrive today. 

Optional Post Cruise 

Extension 

Here is a marvellous opportunity to 

enjoy an optional post cruise visit 

to the Monteverde Cloud Forest in 

Costa Rica. Please refer to page 70 

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Cuba to Costa Rica

The Secret Worlds of Two Oceans 

A voyage through the Panama Canal linking the natural wonders 

of Costa Rica, Panama and Ecuador 

6th to 18th November 2012 

That great engineering feat, the Panama Canal, makes an 

itinerary such as this possible. We start on the Caribbean Coast 

of Costa Rica and make our way down to Panama and across 

to the Pacific side of Panama and Costa Rica before heading 

out into the ocean to the little known Cocos island. This 

tiny dot on the map is the tip of a volcano and shares many 

wildlife similarities with its island neighbour to the south, the 

Galapagos Islands. Like the Galapagos, many species have 

evolved here after their arrival, growing into distinct forms 

that are not found anywhere else in the world. 

The first portion of our voyage 

concentrates on Costa Rica 

and Panama, an area rich 

in the wonders of the natural world 

both on land and sea. It is an area 

becoming increasingly popular with 

travellers from the UK because of its 

natural beauty and diverse range of 

flora and fauna. In Costa Rica, one 

of the most advanced countries in 

Central America, there is so much 

to see. Mist shrouded cloud forests, 

lush rainforests, fast flowing rivers, 

seemingly endless white sandy 

beaches and a simply spectacular 

wildlife of forest mammals, turtles, 

iguanas, frogs, butterflies and some 

850 species of birds. 

Neighbouring Panama also offers 

marvellous wildlife together with 

indigenous cultures in remote 

jungle and island locations and the 

navigation of the Panama Canal 

alongside vast cargo vessels is a sight 

not to be missed. The swashbuckling 

history of the Spanish Main adds 

another dimension. Spanish 

exploitation and the riches plundered 

from South American gold and the 

resulting pirate ring all make a visit to 

Pacific and Caribbean Panama a great 

experience. 

In Ecuador we will land at Manta for a 

day in the Machalilla National Park, a 

protected coastal haven for over 200 

species of birds and wildlife. There 

will also be time to explore Manta, 

founded by the conquistadors in 1535. 

Our cruise ends in the Ecuadorian port 

Bocas del Toro 

of Guayaquil from where you have the 

option of visiting the Galapagos Islands 

for a few days or returning to the UK. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London Heathrow to San 

Jose, Costa Rica. Fly by scheduled 

indirect flight. Upon arrival transfer 

to the Real Intercontinental hotel or 

similar for an overnight stay. 

Day 2 - San José to Puerto Limon. 

Morning visit to the Gold Museum 

and brief city tour of San José. After 

lunch join the scenic drive through the 

hills to Puerto Limon on the Caribbean 

coast. Embark MS Caledonian Sky and 

sail in the early evening. 

Day 3 - Bocas del Toro, Panama. 

Bordered by Costa Rica to the west, 

the Caribbean Sea to the north and 

the Cordillera Central mountains 

to the south, the pristine islands of 

Bocas del Toro are part of a marine 

PA C I F I C O C E A N 

C A R I B B E A N S E A 

COSTA RICA Puerto Limon 

San Jose 

Bocas del Toro 

Golfo 

Dulce PANAMA 

Panama Canal 

V 

Isla Coiba 

Cocos Island 

Machalilla National Park 

national park and are simply beautiful. 

Visit the town of Bocas del Toro 

on Isla Colon, a charming place 

untouched by mass tourism. 

Day 4 - Panama Canal transit. A 

highlight of the expedition, the 

Panama Canal transit takes between 

eight and ten hours including crossing 

Lake Gatun, one of the largest manmade 

lakes in the world. A daylight 

transit cannot be guaranteed as cargo 

vessels have priority. Depending on 

our schedule we hope to visit either 

the vibrant metropolis of Panama City 

or the once important 17th century 

trading and military Caribbean port of 

Portobello with its defensive forts and 

burial site of Sir Francis Drake. 

Day 5 - Isla Coiba. After a morning 

at sea we land on this once infamous 

prison island, now a National Park 

that has reverted to an island 

paradise. Explore some of the 38 tiny 

Manta 

ECUADOR 

Guayaquil 

COLOMBIA 

For many Cocos 

Island will be 

the highlight of 

the trip, but the 

extraordinary 

places and 

wildlife we will 

encounter both 

before in Central 

America and 

after in Ecuador 

will be as 

equally 

fascinating. 


surrounding islands dotted along the 

northern coast with their amazing 

beaches and coral reefs alive with all 

manner of fish. Later, explore the main 

island which boasts some 147 species 

of birds, and walk up to the top of the 

observation tower. 

Day 6 - Golfo Dulce, Costa Rica. Visit 

the famous gardens at Casa Orquideas 

(Orchid House), see a profusion of 

orchids and look out for tanagers, 

parrots and colourful toucans. After 

lunch, cruise the beautiful Golfo Dulce 

and head out into the Pacific. 


Day 8 - Cocos Island. We are very 

privileged to be landing at this remote 

Costa Rican island located over 300 

miles out from the mainland between 

Costa Rica and the Galapagos 

Islands. Sharing many similarities 

with the Galapagos, this dot in the 

Pacific Ocean is the tip of an ancient 

volcanic mountain. Covered in 

dense rain forest, it is home to many 

species that evolved here after their 

arrival, changing into distinct forms 

that are found nowhere else in the 

world. Once the haunt of pirates, it is 

today only inhabited by wardens and 

because of its remote location without 

any transport links, it is an untouched 

natural world offering fascinating 

walks, superb bird watching and 

marvellous swimming and snorkelling. 

These waters were much favoured by 

Jacques Cousteau and are known for 

their sea turtles, rays, dolphins and 

hammer head sharks. 


Day 10 - Manta, Ecuador. After 

a morning at sea we arrive in the 

Ecuadorian port of Manta. This 

important centre of the Manta culture 

thrived in this area from approximately 

50 A.D. The conquistadors arrived in 

1535. This afternoon we drive along 

the scenic seaside promenade and 

through the suburbs of Manta to 

charming Montecristi which still retains 

the atmosphere and faded elegance 

of its Spanish heritage. We will 

stop by Montecristi´s central square 

which holds a cornucopia of artisan 

stalls selling straw baskets, jewellery, 

colourful handicrafts and Panama hats 

and we will also visit the Tagua factory. 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 

Panama Canal 

Red-footed booby Frigate bird Cocos Island, Costa Rica 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£4695 

£5695 

Castle 

Standard 

£4995 

£6195 

Day 11 - Machalilla National Park. 

The highlight of coastal Ecuador is 

the Machalilla National Park, an area 

of great diversity on the juncture of 

the cold Humboldt current flowing 

north and the warm El Nino current 

flowing south. Here, we find one of 

the world’s largest tropical dry forests 

and offshore islands which are a 

sanctuary for sea birds such as the 

red footed, blue footed and Nazca 

boobies who share the steep cliffs 

with frigate birds, albatrosses and the 

red-billed tropic birds. 

Day 12 - Guayaquil, Ecuador to 

London. Arrive this morning 

and disembark after breakfast. Return 

to London or take advantage of an 

optional extension to the Galapagos. 


this afternoon. 


Superior 

£5295 

£6795 



Promenade 

Premium 

£5695 

- 

Bridge 


£6595 

- 

Optional Pre & Post 

Cruise Extensions 

For those who wish to explore the 

Monteverde Cloud Forest in Costa 

Rica we are offering a pre-cruise 

extension. Details of which are shown 

on page 70. In addition, there is a 

marvellous opportunity to enjoy an 

optional post-cruise island hopping 

voyage in the Galapagos Archipelago, 

details shown on page 69. 

Promenade 


£7195 

- 

Promenade 


£7695 

- 

Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 10 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on full board with house wine, beer or soft 

drinks with lunch and dinner onboard, expedition team, shore excursions, overnight night hotel accommodation in San Jose on bed and 

breakfast basis, gratuities to crew and whilst on shore excursions, transfers, port taxes, airport taxes. 

Not Included: Travel insurance, visas, local departure tax. 


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The Secret Worlds of Two Oceans

From the Mountains to the Desert 

A Pacific coastal odyssey of Ecuador, Peru & Chile 

16th to 29th November 2012 

Our coastal cruise along the Pacific shores of South America will be dominated by the ever present 

Andes as we make our way from Ecuador to Peru and finally to northern Chile. This is one of the 

world’s great expedition cruises. Few regions in the world offer the diversity and ecosystems of those 

found in this intriguing part of South America. From the towering snow-capped Andes to barren coastal 

desert, the landscapes are unparalleled. 

Our voyage takes us along 

the nutrient-rich Humboldt 

Current that is a haven for an 

amazing concentration of seabirds, 

marine mammals and wildlife. To 

highlight the wildlife, we will be 

visiting the Islas Ballestas Paracas 

National Reserve, the Humboldt 

Penguin Nature Reserve and many 

other remote coastal sites and islands 

which would be inaccessible without 

the use of our Zodiac crafts. 

This trip is as equally rich in 

geological, archaeological and 

cultural interest as well. The pyramids 

of the Moche culture of Northern 

Peru and the ruins of Chan Chan, the 

imperial capital of the Chimu and the 

intriguing Nazca Lines in southern 

Peru are just some of the amazing 

sights to be seen. 

After the cruise why not stay on in 

Chile for a visit to the Atacama Desert 

where you will be rewarded with a 

truly unforgettable experience. 

Lauca National Park, Chile 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Guayaquil, 

Ecuador. Fly by scheduled indirect 

flight. Arrive this evening and transfer 

to your hotel for an overnight stay. 

Day 2 - Guayaquil. After a guided 

city tour and lunch we embark the 

MS Caledonian Sky and sail. 

Day 3 - Isla Lobos de Tierra, Peru. 

Relax on board this morning as 

we sail the northern shores of 

Peru. This afternoon, weather 

permitting, our Zodiacs will land 

us on the tiny island of Lobos de 

Tierra. Today, the island is a wildlife 

sanctuary and home to an estimated 

100,000 breeding pairs of blue-footed 

boobies. Its history is less happy. 

Centuries of thousands of seabirds 

built up huge deposits of guano. In 

the mid 1800’s this was a valuable 

commodity because of its nitrates. 

Hundreds of unfortunate Chinese 

labourers were imported to the island 

to collect the guano and lived and 

PA C I F I C O CEAN 

Guayaquil 

Isla Lobos 

de Tierra 

ECUADOR 

Trujillo 

Salaverry 

Callao 

Isla Ballestas 

PERU 

Lima 

died in appalling conditions. In 1879 

the disputed ownership of this and 

similar islands resulted in a ‘Guano 

War’ between Chile, Bolivia and Peru 

which subsequently redrew the map of 

Pacific South America. 

Day 4 - Salaverry. After a relaxing 

morning at sea we reach Salaverry. 

We will drive a few miles inland to the 

intriguing desert city of Trujillo. This 

oasis city was founded by Pizarro in 

1536 and still exudes Spanish colonial 

charm. Visit the Casa Urquiaga, a 

mansion containing pre-Columbian 

ceramics and the Plaza de Armas with 

its imposing 17th century cathedral. 

Moor overnight in Salaverry. 

Day 5 - Salaverry. Visit Hauca de la 

Luna to see the Huaca del Sol pyramids 

from the Moche culture, a remarkable 

pre-Inca civilisation. Continue on to 

the ruins of Chan Chan, the imperial 

capital of the Chimu. We will spend 

an afternoon exploring the ruins of 

the largest adobe city in the world, 

marvelling at their skillful irrigation 

and engineering projects. 

Day 6 - Callao for Lima. In the 

early afternoon we arrive in Callao, 

the port for Peru’s capital of Lima. 

BRAZIL 

San Juan 

Arequipa 

Arica 

Iquique 

Antofagasta 

CHILE 

Santiago 

BOLIVIA 

ARGENTINA 


This afternoon join the city tour that 

explores colonial and modern Lima. 

There will be visits to the Government 

Palace, Cathedral, Archaeological 

Museum and Plaza de Armas, followed 

by a drive through the residential areas 

of San Isidro and Miraflores, with time 

to shop in local stores afterwards. 

Day 7 - Isla Ballestas & Chincha 

Islands. Influenced by the cold 

Humboldt Current, Isla Ballestas marine 

preserve area serves as a breeding 

refuge for birds, resting areas for 

mammals and spawning grounds for 

many marine organisms. We take the 

Zodiacs to explore these unparalleled, 

fascinating islands where we should 

see a variety of seabirds, such as the 

very localised Peruvian booby, and 

mammals such as the Southern sea 

lion and Southern fur seal. 

Day 8 - Puerto San Juan for the 

Nazca Lines. On today’s optional tour 

we will board small charter flights for 

a bird’s eye view of the famed Nazca 

Lines. These enormous geoglyphs 

etched in the desert floor date back to 

2000 BC and can only be appreciated 

from the air. 

Day 9 - Arequipa. Here in the far 

south of Peru we call into the port of 

Matarani. Drive to the ‘White City’, as 

Arequipa is known. Our tour includes 

bustling Plaza de Armas dominated 

by the stunning neo-Renaissance 

Cathedral, set amidst Colonial 

buildings. Later, visit Santa Catalina 

Convent, a beautiful walled citadel, 

which for four centuries housed a 

closed order of nuns. We will also take 

in the colonial district of Yanahuara, 

a short distance from the heart of the 

city. It is a charming area of narrow 

cobblestone streets and old, white, 

volcanic stone houses. From here, 

there are magnificent views of the 

three volcanoes which overlook the 

city: Misti, Chachani and Pichu Pichu. 

Day 10 - Arica, Chile. Today there 

will be an excursion to explore the 

Chilean coast and the town of Arica 

where we will visit the small cathedral 

of San Marcos, built of iron by Eiffel. 

Later drive into the countryside to see 

the pre-Columbian petoglyphs. There 

will also be the opportunity for an 

alternative long but rewarding day in 

the amazing Lauca National Park which 

straddles the Chilean/Bolivian border. 

Here we go in search of flamingos, 

vicuna, viscachas and if we are very 

fortunate one of the world’s rarest 

birds, the diademed sandpiper-plover. 

Day 11 - Iquique. Fishing and nitrates 

has been the source of Iquique’s 

wealth, there are many 19th century 

landmarks including the ‘neoclassical’ 

theatre and the Georgian style Palacio 

Astoreca, a 1904 mansion of great 

opulence, built by a nitrate tycoon. 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£5295 

£6295 

Chan Chan, Peru 

Lima Trujillo, Peru 

Castle 

Standard 

£5595 

£6795 

Day 12 - Antofagasta. Disembark this 

morning and fly to Santiago. After an 

afternoon excursion of the nation’s 

capital check into your hotel for an 


Day 13 - Santiago to London. Return 

to London by scheduled flight via 

Madrid. 


Arrive today. 


Extension 

Here is a marvellous 

opportunity to enjoy 

an optional post 

cruise extension to 

the Atacama Desert 

in Chile. Experience 

Atacama’s natural environment and 

the sites of pre-Colombian, colonial 

and contemporary cultures. Full details 

shown on page 71. 


Superior 

£5895 

£7495 



Promenade 

Premium 

£6295 

- 

Bridge 


£7195 

- 

This cruise 

offers an 

extraordinary 

mix of history 

and wildlife in 

what many 

regard as the 

three most 

interesting 

countries in 

South America. 

Promenade 


£7695 

- 

Promenade 


£8295 

- 

Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 10 nights on Caledonian Sky on full board basis with house wine, beer and soft drinks 

with lunch and dinner onboard, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, transfers, port taxes, airport 

taxes, overnight hotel accommodation in Guyaquil and Santiago on a bed and breakfast basis, Guayquil tour, Santiago tour. 

Not Included: Travel insurance, visas, optional excursions. NB. Ports subject to change. All special offers are subject to availability. 

+44 (0)20 7752 0000 41 

From the Mountains to the Desert

Chile - Sailing South 

Explore Chile from the arid deserts of the north to the glaciers of the south 

25th November to 14th December 2012 

Chile is made for cruising. Its shape and geographic location is just perfect; thousands of miles of 

coastline that stretch from the hot deserts of the north to the glaciers of the south. You can of course 

explore Chile on one of the many huge cruise vessels calling at the major cities of South America, or 

alternatively you can join us aboard the MS Caledonian Sky and enjoy the wonders of this magical 

country that only small ships have access to. 

Torres del Paine 

PA C I F I C O CEAN 

Those who have a passion 

for the wilder places on our 

planet usually have Chile on 

their ‘must do’ list. Shaped by fire 

and ice, this rugged yet hauntingly 

beautiful land of a thousand islands, 

deep blue lakes, cavernous fjords, 

hanging glaciers and cloud piercing 

peaks, remains today as enticing and 

fascinating as it was to Magellan, 

Drake and more latterly Darwin. 

Wildlife abounds here and the skies 

are filled with the cries of seabirds. 

Albatross’ and petrels wheel overhead 

and sea lions bark from their rocky 

outcrops. Look out for black necked 

swans, flamingos and the soaring 

Andean condor. 

We will begin our coastal cruising 

adventure in the far north of the 

country and over the next fifteen 

days make our way south to the lakes 

and fjords of the south. Some of the 

world’s most magnificent mountain 

and coastal scenery is to be found 

in Chile. A vast wilderness of lakes, 

forests, rivers, glaciers, fjords and 

offshore islands, the like of which you 

will not see anywhere else. Perhaps 

the most stunning of all will be our 

time in the fjords and in particular the 

Lugana San Rafael National Park. 

The Itinerary 


Santiago, Chile. Depart by scheduled 

flight via Madrid. 

Day 2 - Santiago. Arrive this morning 

and transfer to your first class hotel for 

an overnight stay. Enjoy an afternoon 

city tour of Santiago including the 

Palacio de le Moneda, the Plaza de 

Armas, the central Cathedral and the 

Casa Colorada. 

Day 3 - Santiago to Antofagasta. 

Depart on a late morning flight to 

Antofagasta, embark MS Caledonian 

Sky and sail. 


Day 5 - Isla Chanaral. This morning 

we take the Zodiacs to Isla Chanaral, 

the largest in a series of islands once 

known as an important site for guano, 

a valuable agricultural fertilizer. The 

islands are protected today as a nature 

reserve. We also visit the Humboldt 

Penguin Nature Reserve, replete with 

the cold-water loving birds. 

Day 6 - Puerto de Coquimbo & Isla 

Pajaros. Depart from the Coquimbo 

pier towards Elqui Valley, an area with 

a unique geographic configuration 

formed by a narrow valley and a 

Isla Chanaral 

Isla Pajaros 

Valparaiso 

Isla Mocha 

Bahia Corral 

Chiloe Island 

CHILE 

Antofagasta 

Coquimbo 

The Chilean 

Fjords 

Santiago 

San Carlos 

de Bariloche 

Puerto Montt 

ARGENTINA 

fertile strip of land in the middle of 

an Andean mountainous desert. You 

will pass by typical villages, such as 

Algarrobito, El Molle and El Tambo. 

Visit the cellars and exhibition room 

of a national drink distillery, where you 

will learn about the making of Pisco, 

a liquor created by the distillation of 

wine from different grape varieties 

produced and bottled in this region, 

followed by a tasting. Continue to 

the picturesque town of Vicuña, 

where you will visit the birthplace of 

Gabriela Mistral (a Nobel Prize winner 

for literature), the main square, Bauer 

Tower and Vicuña’s church. Return 

to the ship for lunch and sail to Isla 

Pajaros. This afternoon we will board 

our Zodiacs to view the colonies of 

URUGUAY 

cormorants, boobies and Humboldt 

penguins that reside here. 

Day 7 - Valparaiso. Arrive this morning 

in the historic port of Valparaiso. This 

is Chile’s main port and a marvellously 

sited city. Built on 42 hills, some of 

which are incredibly steep, it offers 

great views over the city and bay. Visit 

Fisherman’s Wharf, the Plaza Soto 

Mayor and the Naval Academy. Spend 

the afternoon at leisure or alternatively 

join the optional tour to one of Chile’s 

fine wine growing regions located in 

the hills behind Valparaiso. 

Day 8 - At sea. A day to relax 

onboard and attend a lecture. 

Day 9 - Isla Mocha. Today we 

continue our scenic cruising to Isla 

Mocha, a large island with steep, 

forested hillsides. The island was 


Chilean fjords in Tierra del Fuego Guanaco alpacas 

declared a national reserve to protect 

its pristine forests and the endangered 

pink-footed shearwaters that nest 

there. We explore the island by 

Zodiac, with possible landings ashore. 

Day 10 - Bahia Corral for Valdivia. 

Centrally located in the Lake District, 

Valdivia owes much of its charm to 

mid-19th century German immigrants. 

Its archaeology museum, housed in an 

impressive riverfront mansion, 

contains a large collection of 

Marpuche Indian artefacts. 

Day 11 - Chiloe Island. Chile’s 

second largest island, Chiloe, was 

visited by Darwin aboard the HMS 

Beagle in 1831. Our visit ashore on 

this mainly forested island will include 

Castro, one of the oldest towns in 

the Americas, known for its unique 

wooden architecture. 

Days 12 to 15 - Chilean Fjords. 

This vast area of mountains, glaciers, 

islands, lakes and waterfalls is 

untouched by man except for a few 

fishing villages which perch at ‘the end 

of the world’. We will make good use 

of our time exploring the beautiful 

protected waters and enjoying the 

renowned fjords of southern Chile 

which rival those of south east Alaska 

in their raw beauty and wildlife. We 

will see crystal clear reflections of 

vertical walls and hanging glaciers, 

broken only by the ripples of dolphins 

and whales, whilst overhead, a sky 

alive with seabirds. See how quickly 

you run out of suitable adjectives to 

describe all you are witnessing. We 

will spend our days exploring the 

dramatic sights around the San Rafael 

and Isla Magdalena National Parks. 

We will get close to glaciers, walk 

through some stunning scenery and 

call into small settlements such as 

Puyuhuapi and Puerto Cisnes. 

Day 16 - Puerto Montt. This morning 

we land at picturesque Puerto Montt, a 

resort town in the Lake District. Settled 

by German colonists in the mid-19th 

century, much of its early Middle- 

European styled architecture remains, 

rendering a slightly bizarre feel in such 

an obviously un-European setting. 

Explore the town or join an optional 

tour to either Puerto Vara and Frutillar or 

Laguna Verde and the Osorno volcano. 

Day 17 - Puerto Montt to San Carlos 

de Bariloche, Argentina. Disembark 

and drive through the stunning alpine 

scenery to the Chilean/Argentinean 

border and on to the mountain resort 

of Bariloche for a two night stay. You 

will be accommodated in one of the 

first class lakeside hotels. This is a 

wonderful place to relax, walk and 

enjoy any number of sporting activities. 

Day 18 - San Carlos de Bariloche. 

Lying on the shore of Lake Nahuel 

Huapi and surrounded by mountains 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£6995 

£7995 

Palafitos, Chiloe Island 

Castle 

Standard 

£7295 

£8495 

and forests, Bariloche is a truly 

stunning destination for lovers of the 

outdoors. Enjoy a day at leisure to 

explore your surroundings. 

Day 19 - San Carlos de Bariloche to 

London Heathrow. Return to London 

by scheduled flight via Buenos Aires 

and Madrid. 

Day 20 London Heathrow. 

Morning arrival. 

Optional Pre & Post 

Cruise Extensions 

Before embarking the MS Caledonian 

Sky it is possible to explore the 

wonders of the Atacama Desert. Full 

details are shown on page 71. 

Upon disembarking you can join a two 

night hotel extension to Buenos Aires 

staying at the five star Melia Hotel 

(or similar). Our extension includes 

transfers, a half day city tour and an 

evening Tango show with dinner. 




Superior 

£7695 

£8995 



Promenade 

Premium 

£7995 

- 

Bridge 


£8895 

- 

Some of the 

world’s most 

magnificent 

mountain and 

coastal scenery 

is to be found in 

Chile. A vast 

wilderness of 

lakes, forests, 

rivers, glaciers, 

fjords and 

offshore islands, 

the like of which 

you will not see 

anywhere else. 

Promenade 


£9395 

- 

Promenade 


£9795 

- 

Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 14 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on a full board basis with house wine, beer 


port taxes, airport taxes, overnight night hotel accommodation in Santiago on a bed and breakfast basis, Santiago tour, two nights hotel 

accommodation in Bariloche on a bed and breakfast basis 

Not Included: Travel insurance, visas, optional excursions. NB. Ports subject to change. All special offers are subject to availability. 

+44 (0)20 7752 0000 43 

Chile - Sailing South

In the Wake of the Bounty 

Clipperton I. 

An exploration of Polynesia from Easter Island to Tahiti 

16th December 2012 to 6th January 2013 

Tahiti TUAMOTUS ISLANDS 

Rangiroa 

Raroia 

Fakarava 

Puka Rua 

Motutunga 

From coral reefs teeming with 

life to powerful legends that 

shaped history, each island is 

unique, each culture distinct. On the 

more remote islands, villages are still 

composed of thatched houses, set 

amongst the shade of the breadfruit 

and coconut trees. Many islands 

are important nesting grounds for 

seabirds and sea turtles and the 

lagoons everywhere are breeding 

grounds for countless species of fish. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London Heathrow to Santiago, 

Chile. Fly by scheduled indirect flight. 


and transfer to the Intercontinental 

Hotel (or similar) for an overnight stay. 

Rooms will be available on arrival. 

Enjoy the afternoon at leisure to relax 

and explore independently. 

Day 3 - Santiago to Easter Island. After 

breakfast at the hotel, transfer to the 

airport for our scheduled flight to Easter 

Island. On arrival transfer to the MS 

Caledonian Sky for embarkation. Tonight 

enjoy a welcome dinner onboard. 

Day 4 - Easter Island. Today we 

enjoy a full day of exploration on the 

island, visiting many of the different 

areas where moais (statues) can be 

found. We will see the volcano of 

Rano Raraku, the site where 95% of all 

moais were carved and today you will 

find near 400 statues in various stages 

of completion. A hike to the top of 

the volcano’s crater will not only reveal 

many statues but also a beautiful 

GAMBIER 

ISLANDS 

Mangareva 

P O L Y N E S I A 

Henderson 

Island 

Ducie Island 

Pitcairn Island 

PITCAIRN ISLANDS 

Gigedo 

Join us for Christmas and New Year in paradise on a leisurely passage through the South Seas to an 

area long associated with Captain Cook, Captain Bligh and the Bounty, and Gauguin. We can promise 

you an unforgettable voyage to a corner of the world which has lured adventurers and romantics alike 

ever since Magellan first sailed to these waters in 1521. 

fresh water lake. We continue our 

exploration of the island with a visit to 

Ahu Tongariki, the largest ceremonial 

site in Polynesia restored in 1996. 

Lunch will be a specially arranged 

barbecue on Anakena beach, home 

to Easter Island’s ancient paramount 

chiefs and one of the prettiest coves 

in the South Pacific. 

Mangareva, Gambier Islands 

Day 5 - Easter Island. This morning 

we visit Rano Kau, the second oldest 

volcano on the island. Its huge caldera 

(1.5km at its base) contains one of the 

island’s three fresh water lakes. From 

the look-out at the rim of Rano Kau 

we continue on to the ceremonial 

village of Orongo, best known for the 

birdman cult ceremonies. The site was 

restored in 1974 and within the village 

you will see 47 restored houses. 

Continue to Ahu Tahai, another 

restored ceremonial site and one of 

the oldest, dating back to the 6th 

century. Return to the ship for lunch 

and sail this afternoon. 

Days 6 & 7 - At sea. Enjoy time 

relaxing on deck and joining the 

lectures from our experts on board. 

Easter Island 

Day 8 - Ducie Island, Pitcairn 

Islands. Experience expedition 

cruising at its finest as we land on 

one of nature’s wildlife sanctuaries. 

A remote coral atoll with superb 

snorkelling and birding, Ducie Island 

is so remote that no threats to its 

native wildlife exist, and it is one of 

the few places in the world where 

wildlife is relatively unaffected by 

man’s presence. Snorkellers will view 

bright-hued parrotfish feeding off the 

coral beds. 

Day 9 - Henderson Island, Pitcairn 

Islands. This upraised former coral 

atoll has fascinating eroded rock 

formations, with giant blowholes 

flinging up tremendous sea-spray. Very 

rare birds inhabit the island, including 

the Henderson Island rail and 

Stephen’s lori. Numerous underwater 

ravines and crevices support a great 

diversity of fish such as soldier fish, 

butterfly fish and goat fish. 

Days 10 & 11 - Pitcairn Island, 

Pitcairn Islands. We arrive on 

Christmas morning on the island 

of Pitcairn, famous as the final 

destination of the Bounty in the late 

18th century. Meet the Anglo-Tahitian 

descendants of the mutineers of the 

Bounty, who arrived here 200 years 

ago and see the ship’s anchor outside 

the courthouse. We will have time to 

explore this inspiring island setting 

and visit with islanders who display 

memorable stamps and handicrafts. 

The name 

Polynesia means 

‘many islands’ 

and no one could 

argue with the 

suitability of this 

title.There are 

islands of low 

lying coral with 

some of the most 

beautiful beaches 

in the world 

and contrasting 

volcanic 

mountainous 

structures 

of lush, 

incomparable 

beauty. 


We will experience a Pitcairn welcome 

in the Town Hall before exploring the 

capital of Adamstown. There will be a 

number of walks with our expedition 

staff to explore the islands highlights 

including St Paul’s Pool and Christian’s 

Cave (please note that access to 

Pitcairn is very weather dependent). 

Day 12 - Mangareva, Gambier 

Islands. Mountainous Mangareva 

is home to a remarkable cathedral 

with a stunning mother-of-pearl altar. 

Built under the malevolent order of 

a tyrannical priest, the building of 

this church cost the lives of many 

islanders. Today Mangareva is much 

more peaceful, as you will see during 

our island walks. There will be nature 

walks, a hike up to Mount Duff or you 

can simply wander around the small, 

fruit tree fringed village of Rikitea. 


Day 14 - Puka Rua, Tuamotus. 

Located on the outer fringes of French 

Polynesia, Puka Rua faces thousands 

of miles of open ocean. As we visit 

this small community, we will be 

enthusiastically greeted with genuine 

friendliness and lively music. We may 

also have a chance to swim or snorkel 

off the island’s lovely beaches. 

Day 15 - Puka Puka, Tuamotus. 

Today we visit Puka Puka. To honour 

you and fellow guests, the islanders 

proudly decorate their tidy village with 

green palm fronds and flowers, and 

welcome you with a fragrant flower lei 

and entrancing dances. We will sample 

traditional coconut treats and watch a 

demonstration of how copra, the dried 

meat of the coconut, is prepared for 

its various uses. Snorkellers will find a 

bounty of vibrant corals and iridescent 

reef fishes in the warm waters, while 

beach walkers can investigate the 

inter-tidal zone with naturalists. 

Day 16 - Raroia, Tuamotus. After a 

morning at sea we arrive into Raroia at 

lunchtime. Raroia is known for its pearl 

farming and we will see the strings of 

oysters all around the local farms. We 

will explore the island on a variety of 

walks and observe the entertaining 

and beautiful black noddies. 

Day 17 - Motutunga & Tahanea, 

Tuamotus. Motutunga Atoll was first 

sighted by James Cook in 1773 who 

named it ‘Adventure’ after the name 

of his own ship. Both Motutunga and 

Tahanea are uninhabited atolls and offer 

some of the finest snorkelling in the 

Tuamotu Archipelago. Activities here 

include nature walks, searching for the 

Atoll Fruit Dove and Tuamotu Sandpiper. 

Day 18 - Fakarava, Tuamotus. This 

protected atoll, along with its six 

neighbouring islands, makes up a 

UNESCO classified nature reserve. It 

supports some especially rare flora 

and fauna and also offers excellent 

snorkeling opportunities. The local 

villagers of Rotoava will demonstrate 

their handicrafts and cultural traditions. 

Day 19 - Rangiroa, Tuamotus. As 

one of the world’s largest coral atolls, 

Rangiroa has a magnificent lagoon 

surrounded by small islets or motus, 

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stretching as far as the eye can see, 

down its length of nearly 45 miles. 

Today, a variety of activities await. 

There will be a chance to tour a black 

pearl farm, enjoy free time in the 

enchanting local village of Avatoru or 

snorkel or swim from the local beaches. 

Day 20 - Papeete, Tahiti to London. 

Today we will enjoy a full day tour 

of Tahiti. We will start at “One Tree 

Hill”, located on the east coast of the 

island and offering excellent views 

over to the neighbouring island of 

Moorea. We continue to the Arahoho 

Blow Hole, a lava tube designed by 

liquid lava flowing under cold and 


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hard lava and creating a channel. 

When waves crash against the rocks 

and enter the channel the result is a 

powerful sea water geyser. Lunch is 

taken in a local restaurant and this 

afternoon we will visit the Gauguin 

museum with displays on the life 

and works of Paul Gauguin, the 

botanical gardens and the Museum 

of Tahiti. Transfer to the airport this 

evening for the return scheduled 

flight to London via Los Angeles. 

Day 21 - En route. 

Day 22 - London. Arrive this morning. 

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on full board basis with house wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to 

crew and whilst on shore excursions, transfers, port taxes, airport taxes. 

Not Included: Travel insurance, local departure tax, visa. 

Please note that this voyage can be combined with ‘Nomads of the Wind’ shown on pages 46 to 47 to create the epic 35 night 

‘South Seas Odyssey’. Pricing available on request. 

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In the Wake of the Bounty

Nomads of the Wind 

A journey across Polynesia from Tahiti to Fiji 

2nd to 21st January 2013 

By wind, wave and star the ancient people of Polynesia ventured to the farthest reaches of the South 

Pacific. Isolated by miles of ocean over thousands of years, these, the world’s first island cultures, 

developed a pantheon of gods, myths and legends. This voyage tells the story of Polynesia and 

uncovers its history and legends as we sail through the South Seas and visit the captivating islands. 

The real age of European 

exploration did not take 

place until the 18th century 

and many of the islands we will visit 

have changed little since that time. 

Their sheer isolation has been their 

saving grace and apart from an 

influx of missionaries in the late 19th 

century, western culture has made 

few inroads into most of the islands. 

The natural beauty Brisbane 

of these islands is 

mesmerising. You are invited to join 

us aboard the MS Caledonian Sky to 

explore the Pacific in all its vastness, 

diversity and warmth. To experience 

the description-defying beauty of its 

islands, its culture and its ambience 

which have attracted generations of 

adventurers, explorers and travellers 

to its magical shores. 

The Itinerary 

Port Moresby 

Hobart 

Day 1 - London Heathrow to Los 

Angeles. Fly by scheduled flight. On 

arrival transfer to Santa Monica for an 


Day 2 - Los Angeles to Tahiti. After 

a morning at leisure in Santa Monica 

we transfer to the airport for the 

scheduled overnight flight to Tahiti. 

Fiji 

Sydney 

Day 3 - Tahiti. Arrive this 

morning and transfer to a 

local hotel where day rooms 

have been reserved for your 

convenience. Take time to 

relax before a late afternoon 

transfer to the Caledonian Sky. 

Day 4 - Raiatea & Taha’a, Society 

Islands. Raiatea is recognized 

throughout Tahiti as its “Sacred Island” 

the cultural heart of all Tahiti Polynesia. 

It is believed by historians that Raiatea 

was the main stopover point for early 

Polynesians newly arrived from Hawaii. 

This, the second largest Tahitian isle, 

was the centre of religion and culture 

over 1000 years ago and still lends 

enchantment to ancient legends told 

to this day. This morning’s island tour 

will include a visit to the celebrated 

Mt. Temehani. This afternoon we move 

over to the neighbouring island of 

Taha’a. With the rich aroma of vanilla 

lingering heavily in the air, Taha’a 

offers a glimpse of the traditional, 

tranquil life of the Tahitians. 

Auckland 

Christchurch 

Day 5 - Bora Bora, Society Islands. 

One of the most stunning islands 

on the planet, Bora Bora’s interior is 

Niuafo’ou 

TONGA 

Niuatoputapu 

P O L Y N E S I A 

Palmerston 

Hawaiian Islands 

Aitutaki 

COOK ISLANDS 

SOCIETY 

ISLANDS 

Bora Bora 

Raiatea 

Tahiti 


Fiji 

Wallis & Futuna 

Nieu 

With our fleet of 

Zodiac landing 

craft we can land 

in otherwise 

inaccessible 

places and 

although we 

set sail with a 

set itinerary, 

it is often the 

unscheduled 

events that 

become the 

highlight. 

Atiu 

crowned by majestic eroded volcanic 

formations and a distinctive black 

basaltic peak. A tour of the island 

will take you past colourful villages, 

archaeological sites and World War 

Two relics endng with a cocktail at 

the infamous Bloody Marys bar. This 

afternoon explore independently or 

alternatively take a chance to snorkel 

in the clear waters. 


Day 7 - Atiu & Takutea, Cook 

Islands. Our first stop in the Cook 

Islands is the small island of Atiu. 

With only 560 residents we will 

be guaranteed a special welcome. 

There will be the chance to join the 

local expert “birdman George” on a 

walking tour to seacrh for Rarotonga 

monarch, chattering kingfisher, Cook 

islands fruit dove and Atiu swiftlets. 

Alternatively discover the island 

on a tour to include James Cooks 

landing site from 1777 and the coffee 

plantations and visit some of the local 

houses. This afternoon sail over to 

Takutea for an afternoon snorkelling 

where we hope to sight turtles, white 

tip reef shark, Pacific steephead 

parrotfish and the rare and strange 

looking humpnose unicornfish. 

Day 8 - Aitutaki, Cook Islands. 

This lovely lagoon is famous for its 

fascinating coral formations and 

bountiful brightly hued tropical fish. 

There will be time to explore the 

sleepy village of Arutanga and visit the 

oldest church in the Cook Islands.

Bouma Waterfall, Taveuni, Fiji 

Exploring by Zodiac Clown fish Bora Bora 

Day 9 - Palmerston, Cook Islands. 

The engaging history of the William 

Masters family comes alive as we meet 

the descendants of this eccentric 

19th century Englishman who took 

three native brides. Extremely fine 

handicrafts are made on this island 

and here the birdwatchers should 

catch sight of the red-tailed tropic 

birds. There will also be a chance to 

snorkel from the beach where large 

coral blocks team with goatfish, 

boxfish, groupers, stingray and turtles. 


Day 11 - Niue. We will explore Alofi 

Village and stop at the Philatelic 

Bureau, where some of the world’s 

most sought after stamps may be 

purchased. At Matapa Chasm, a 

secluded cleft in the sea cliffs, we will 

discover the perfect swimming hole. 

Day 12 - Niuatoputapu, Tonga. After 

crossing the International Date Line 

(so it is now 14th January), we arrive 

in Niuatoputapu in the kingdom of 

Tonga, a lovely untouched island 

where tourists are still a rarity. There 

are wonderful beaches, sheltered 

lagoons and, at the other end of the 

island, pounding surf. 

Day 13 - Niuafo’ou, Tonga. 

Niuafo’ou is the most northerly island 

in the kingdom of Tonga. The island 

is a volcano located on an underwater 

ridge 190 kilometers west of the line 

of all the other volcanoes of Tonga 

and we have the opportunity to 

explore the lava flows on nature walks 

and enjoy some excellent snorkelling. 

Also look out for the megapode, a 

rare bird endemic to this island. 

Day 14 - Wallis Island. Well off 

the beaten track, Wallis Island, 

part of the smallest of France’s 

three South Pacific territories, sits 

on the threshold of Polynesia and 

Melanesia and is isolated from its 

neighbours geographically, culturally 

and politically. This morning we will 

explore the interior of the island 

visiting Mata Utu Cathedral, the crater 

lakes of Mt Lulu Fakahega and the 

recently excavated fort at Talietumu. 

Day 15 - Futuna. This morning we 

land at Futuna where we will discover 

the famous Church of Pierre Chanel, a 

peculiar church with a stepped tower 

erected to honour Polynesia’s first and 

only Catholic Saint. Later we will take 

nature walks on the beaches to take in 

the amazing scenery and wildlife. 

Day 16 - Taveuni, Fiji. 

Today we visit the ‘Garden Island 

of Fiji’. Explore Lake Tagimaucia 

which occupies a volcanic crater at 

analtitude of 800 metres and look 

out for the rare tagimaucia flower. 

Alternatively visit the Tavoro Forest 

Reserve and see the waterfalls. On 

guided nature walks we hope to 

discover some of the indigenous 

animals and birdlife of the island. In 

the afternoon we will head to one of 

the neighbouring islands for some 

fantastic snorkelling opportunities. 

Day 17 - Savusavu, Vanua Levu. 

Often referred to as Fiji’s hidden 

paradise, Savusavu is much the 

same as it was 30 years ago. It was 

originally established as a centre for 

sailing ships trading in sandalwood 

and copra. It is a small bustling town 

with an interesting heritage and the 

surrounding landscape is stunning. 

Day 18 - Fiji to London. Disembark 

in Lautoka and enjoy an island tour 

including lunch before transferring 

to the airport for your indirect flight 

to London. 


this morning. 

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Nomads of the Wind

New Zealand Coastal Voyage 

An exploration of New Zealand’s North and South Islands 

20th January to 9th February 2013 

If you have promised yourself that one day you will tour New Zealand, but have not 

been enticed by the thought of touring by coach or self-drive car, then our coastal 

cruise could be the answer. After all, the islands of New Zealand are perfect for 

exploration by sea as most of the main scenic attractions are close to the coast. 

We have many years of operating cruises in New Zealand and are delighted to 

now have our own vessel, the Caledonian Sky in the region as we know from 

experience she is the perfect style of vessel for such a cruise. This will be the 

Caledonian’s Sky maiden cruise around New Zealand and will introduce 

you to an unspoiled and unpolluted landscape of remarkable natural beauty. 

Auckland 

There are steep-sided glacial 

fjords, geysers and boiling 

mud, coastal rain forests, 

snow-capped mountains, rolling green 

pasture lands and enchanting sandy 

bays and coves. In the cities, towns 

and villages you will encounter that 

unique combination of New World 

and British heritage. See some of 

the most splendid gardens in the 

Southern Hemisphere, visit some 

world famous vineyards, encounter 

fascinating marine and bird life and 

meet the people, renowned for their 

warmth and openness. All this will be 

achieved with great ease. 






The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Hong Kong. Fly 

by scheduled flight. 

Day 2 - Hong Kong. Arrive this 

afternoon and transfer to the Harbour 

Grand Hong Kong Hotel for a two night 

stay. Remainder of day at leisure. This 

evening meet for a Welcome Dinner. 

Day 3 - Hong Kong. Morning Hong 

Kong tour including Victoria Peak and 

Stanley Market. Afternoon free. 

Day 4 - Hong Kong to Auckland. 

Enjoy a morning at leisure in Hong 

Kong before transferring to the airport 

for the scheduled flight to Auckland. 

SOUTH ISLAND 

Auckland 

White Island 

Rotorua 

NORTH ISLAND 

Napier 

Ship cove 

Wellington 

Day 5 - Auckland. Arrive this morning 

and transfer to the Crowne Plaza 

Hotel (or similar) for an overnight 

stay. The remainder of the day is free 

for individual exploration in this city 

famous for its wonderful diversity of 

landscape, two sparkling harbours 

and the attractions associated with a 

sophisticated, cosmopolitan city. 

Day 6 - Auckland. A morning tour 

will include the city’s highlights and 

the Auckland Museum, which houses 

the world’s largest collection of 

Polynesian artefacts. After lunch in a 

local restaurant we will transfer to the 

MS Caledonian Sky which is moored 

in the city. 

Day 7 - Tauranga for Rotorua. Drive 

to the famous thermal springs at 

Rotorua to see the geysers and pools 

of bubbling mud. We also enjoy a 

traditional Maori welcome and lunch. 

Day 8 - White Island. Arrive this 

morning at White Island. Weather 

permitting, there will be an excursion 

to explore the active volcano on White 

Island, identifiable by the plume of 

steam continually spouting from its 

crater. Following a landing by Zodiac 

we will spend approximately three 

hours on a guided walk to the crater. 

Afternoon cruising. 

Day 9 - Napier. Arrive this morning 

in Napier and join a tour of the town 

which will include its charming art 

deco buildings. Nowhere else can you 

see such a variety of buildings in the 

styles of the 1930s - Stripped Classical, 

Spanish Mission, and above all Art 


Kaikoura 

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Stewart Island 

Dunedin

Deco, the style of the 20th Century. 

Walk along Marine Parade, see the 

Botanical Gardens and take in the 

view from Bluff Hill Lookout before 

visiting a local vineyard to sample the 

local wines. This afternoon join the 

optional excursion to the gannetry at 

Cape Kidnappers where you are able 

to get amazingly close to the birds. 

Day 10 - Wellington. Morning at sea. 

We have the afternoon in the nation’s 

capital. An excursion will include the 

Parliament buildings, Old St Paul’s 

Cathedral, a lovely all-wood structure 

which was erected in 1866, and the 

superb Botanic Gardens. 

Day 11 - Ship Cove, Marlborough 

Sounds and Picton. Morning 

expedition cruising in Ship Cove 

where Captain James Cook spent 

much of his time in New Zealand. 

We will look out for playful dolphins 

and a variety of seabirds. Enjoy a 

relaxing afternoon in Picton including 

a tour to the famous Marlborough 

wine producing region. 

Day 12 - Kaikoura. Today we are in 

Kaikoura, a famous whale watching 

area. After breakfast, there will be 

opportunities to join a whale watching 

cruise looking out for sperm whales, 

pods of dusky and common seals 

Lake Wakatipu, Queenstown 

Ship Cove, Marlborough Sounds and Picton Rotorua 

and the wandering albatross. Spend 

the afternoon exploring the town 

independently or join one of the nature 

walks or maybe take an optional trip 

on one of the bird watching cruises. 

There is an abundance of birdlife in 

the area including Great Albatross, 

Banded Albatross, Shearwater, Petrels, 

Prions and Shag. 

Day 13 - Akaroa. This morning we 

cruise in to the secluded Akaroa 

Harbour. This picturesque bay hosts a 

myriad of wildlife including penguins 

and dolphins. Using our zodiacs 

we will explore Otanerito Bay and 

hopefully have the opportunity to 

swim with one of the smallest and 

rarest dolphins - the Hector’s or New 

Zealand Dolphin. We will also have 

time to explore the town originally 

settled by the French in the early 

19th century which retains its Gallic 

heritage and ambience. For those who 

wish to visit Christchurch, it may be 

possible to join a guided excursion. 

Day 14 - Dunedin. Morning cruising. 

This afternoon we will explore Dunedin 

on a guided tour. See the gracious 

19th century buildings and beautiful 

botanical gardens. Alternatively join an 

optional excursion to Tairoa Head to 

see the Royal Albatross Centre. 

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Milford Sounds 

Dunedin White Island 

Day 15 - Stewart Island. New 

Zealand’s third island is well off the 

usual beaten tourist track. It is a 

wonderfully tranquil place, the scenery 

of untouched bushland is stunning. 

We will visit Oban, see the fascinating 

Rakiura Museum and drive along 

some of the 15 miles of sealed road 

to some of the beauty spots. We also 

hope to use our Zodiacs around Half 

Moon Bay and the Paterson Inlet. The 

bird life here is amazing, red crowned 

parakeets, black oyster catchers, sooty 

shearwaters, tuis, bellbirds, kakas and 

fearless wekas. 



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Days 16 & 17 - Fjordland. We have 

two days to explore the incredible 

wilderness of fjords to the south of 

Milford Sound. This is an area of 

majestic scenery, rich in wildlife, which 

is only accessible by sea, making it the 

most remote region of New Zealand. 

Our schedule may include Resolution 

Bay, Dusky Sound and Deep Cove, but 

final itinerary decisions will be made 

by the Captain and Expedition Leader 

based on weather conditions. 

Day 18 - Milford Sound to 

Queenstown. Disembark after breakfast 

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Remainder of day at leisure. 

Day 19 - Queenstown. Today you have 

the choice of exploring Queenstown 

independently or joining an optional 

Dart River Wilderness Safari. 

Day 20 - Queenstown to London. 

Morning free before an early 


the flight to Auckland and onward 


Day 21 - London. Arrive this 

afternoon. 

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on day 2, Hong Kong city tour, overnight hotel accommodation in Auckland and two nights hotel accommodation in Queenstown on 

breakfast only basis, 12 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on full board basis, house wine, beer or soft drinks with lunch and dinner 

onboard, gratuities, shore excursions, entrances fees, local guides, port taxes, transfers, guest speakers, expedition team, airport taxes. 

Not Included: Travel Insurance, excursions shown as optional. 

If you would prefer to make your own flight arrangements we can offer a reduction of £1325 per person off the prices shown for non-use 

of our flights and arrangements in Hong Kong. 

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offers are subject to availability. 

See some of the 

most splendid 

gardens in 

the Southern 

Hemisphere, 

visit some 

world famous 

vineyards, 

encounter 

fascinating 

marine and bird 

life and meet 

the people, 

renowned for 

their warmth 

and openness. 


Kaikoura

Milford Sounds

Natural Wonders of New Zealand 

An exploration of New Zealand’s coastal waters 

31st January to 21st February 2013 

If you are going to travel half way around the world, you need a 

good reason, and what better reason could you have than the desire 

to visit one of the most beautiful places on earth? New Zealand is a 

land of stunning landscape and warm people, which is why it is 

always high on travellers’ wish lists. With vast open spaces 

filled with stunning rugged landscapes, gorgeous beaches, often 

spectacular geothermal and volcanic activity, a temperate climate 

and fascinating animal and plant life, New Zealand is a land of rare 

natural beauty and breathtaking contrasts. 

Fjordland is an 

area of majestic 

scenery, rich 

in wildlife, 

which is only 

accessible by 

sea, making it 

the most remote 

region of 

New Zealand. 

We commence our 

exploration of this 

fascinating country in 

Queenstown where we have ample 

time to explore the city before setting 

sail from the spectacular Milford 

Sound where we see towering peaks 

and cascading waterfalls. We venture 

to the incredible wilderness of 

Fjordland where our nimble Zodiacs 

allow us to discover the inlets and 

bays of the most remote region of 

New Zealand. We visit Stewart Island 

to admire the abundant birdlife, 

explore the 19th century architecture 

of Dunedin and look out for penguins, 

dolphins and whales in the bay of 

Akaroa and Kaikoura. 

A circumnavigation of the North 

Island, offers the unusual opportunity 

to visit the lesser known west coast of 

northern New Zealand. We call into 

the quaint city of New Plymouth, 

explore the Waipoua Kauri Forest, one 

of the largest remaining tracts of 

native forest in Northland, and 

Bay of Islands 

discover the awe-inspiring scenery of 

the Bay of Islands. We visit the iconic 

cities of Auckland, Napier and 

Wellington and journey to the thermal 

springs at Rotorua, a myriad of 

gurgling mudpools, steaming ground 

and expansive vistas. 


as expeditionary, on some days it will 

be necessary to use the Zodiac 



The Itinerary 



Milford Sound 

Day 2 - Hong Kong. Arrive this 


Grand Hong Kong Hotel for a two 

night stay. Enjoy the remainder of the 

day at leisure. 



Stanley Market. Afternoon free. This 


White Island 

evening we will meet for a welcome 

dinner at a centrally located restaurant. 

Day 4 - Hong Kong to Queenstown. 


Kong before transferring to the airport 

for the scheduled flight to 

Queenstown via Auckland. 

Day 5 - Queenstown. Arrive this 

afternoon in Queenstown and transfer 

to the Novotel Queenstown for a two 

night stay. Remainder of day at leisure. 

Day 6 - Queenstown. Today you have 

the choice of exploring Queenstown 

independently or joining an optional 

Dart River Wilderness Safari. 

Day 7 - Queenstown to Milford 

Sound. Check out of the hotel after 

breakfast and transfer to Milford 

Sound to embark the MS Caledonian 

Sky this afternoon. Sail tonight. 

Day 8 - Fjordland. We have a full day 

to explore the incredible wilderness of 

fjords to the south of Milford Sound. 

This is an area of majestic scenery, rich 

in wildlife, which is only accessible by 

sea, making it the most remote region 

of New Zealand. Our schedule may 

include Resolution Bay, Dusky Sound 

and Deep Cove, but final itinerary 

decisions will be made by the Captain 

and Expedition Leader based on 

weather conditions. 

Day 9 - Stewart Island. New Zealand’s 

third island is well off the usual beaten 

tourist track. It is a wonderfully tranquil 

place, the scenery of untouched 

bushland is stunning. We also hope to 


Northland 

NORTH ISLAND 

New Plymouth 

SOUTH ISLAND 

Queenstown 

Marlborough 

Sounds 

Dunedin 

Auckland 

Akaroa 

Bay of Islands 

Kaikoura 

Tauranga 

Wellington 

Napier

use our Zodiacs around Half Moon 

Bay and the Paterson Inlet. The bird 

life here is amazing, red crowned 

parakeets, black oyster catchers, sooty 

shearwaters, tuis, bellbirds, kakas and 

fearless wekas. 

Day 10 - Dunedin. This morning we 

will explore Dunedin on a guided tour. 

See the gracious 19th century 

buildings and beautiful botanical 

gardens. Alternatively join an optional 

excursion to Tairoa Head to see the 

Royal Albatross Centre. 





and dolphins. Using our Zodiacs we 

will explore Otanerito Bay and 






settled by the French in the early 19th 

century which retains its Gallic 




FJORDLAND 



area due to its nutrient rich waters. After 

breakfast, there will be opportunities to 

join a whale watching cruise looking out 

for sperm whales, pods of dusky and 

common seals and the wandering 

albatross. Spend the afternoon 

exploring the town independently or 

join one of the nature walks or maybe 

take an optional trip on one of the bird 

watching cruises. There is an abundance 

of birdlife in the area including Great 

Albatross, Banded Albatross, 

Shearwater, Petrels, Prions and Shag. 

Day 13 – Marlborough Sounds. 

Marlborough Sounds Maritime Park 

is dotted with hundreds of jewellike 

emerald islands. Enjoy Zodiac 

tours of secluded shores and guided 

nature walks led by naturalists. 

At Ship’s Cove go ashore to view 

the monument commemorating 

the visits of Captain Cook. 

Day 14 – New Plymouth. We have 

the day in this pretty city sandwiched 

between the sea and Mt Taranaki. A 

morning tour will visit Pukekura Park 

one of the premier botanical gardens 

in New Zealand. We will have a 

chance to explore the diverse 

landscape of formal gardens, 

bushwalks and lakes as well as the 

fernery and display houses. 

The flightless Weka 

Wellington cable car 

Day 15 – Northland. We will use our 

Zodiacs to land in one of the natural 

harbours of Northland near Hokianga 

where we land to see the Waipoua 

Kauri Forest and time permitting we 

will visit nearby Mangungu Mission 

House, the site of the second signing 

of the Treaty of Waitangi. 

Day 16 – Bay of Islands. Arrive this 

afternoon in the finest maritime park 

in New Zealand with its 144 islands, 

secluded bays and an abundance of 

marine life. Discovered by Captain Cook 

in 1769, it is the cradle of European 

civilisation in New Zealand and has 

important historical significance for both 

Maori and Europeans. 

Day 17 – Auckland. A morning tour 

will include the city’s highlights and 

the Auckland Museum, which houses 



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the world’s largest collection of 

Polynesian artefacts. This afternoon is 

free to explore independently. 

Day 18 – Tauranga for Rotorua. Drive 

to the famous thermal springs at 

Rotorua to see the geysers and pools 

of bubbling mud. We also enjoy a 

traditional Maori welcome and lunch. 

Day 19 – White Island. Arrive this 

morning at White Island. Weather 

permitting, there will be an excursion 

to explore the active volcano on 

White Island, identifiable by the 

plume of steam continually spouting 

from its crater. We will use the zodiacs 

to reach the island and then spend 

approximately three hours on a 

guided walk to the crater. 

Afternoon cruising. 


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Day 20 – Napier. Arrive this morning 

in Napier and join a tour of the town 

which will include its charming art 

deco buildings, the 1930s Stripped 

Classical style and Spanish Mission 

architecture, visit a local vineyard to 

sample the local wines or alternatively 

join the optional excursion to the 

gannetry at Cape Kidnappers where 

you are able to get amazingly close to 

the birds. The 13 hectare reserve 

includes the Saddle and Black Reef 

gannet colonies. 

Day 21 – Wellington to London. 

Disembark this morning and enjoy a 

morning in the nation’s capital. This 

afternoon transfer to the airport for your 

return flight to London via Auckland. 

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Doubtful Sound 

Day 22 – London Heathrow. Arrive 

this morning. 

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Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 14 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on a full board basis with house wine and beer and 

soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, transfers, port taxes, 

airport taxes, 2 nights in Hong Kong on a bed and breakfast basis, dinner on day 3, 2 nights in Queenstown on a bed and breakfast basis. 

Not Included: Travel Insurance, optional excursions. 





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Natural Wonders of New Zealand

Antipodean Odyssey 

Cairns 

An epic voyage around New Zealand to Tasmania and Sydney 

16th February to 11th March 2013 

This cruise is devoted to the spectacular scenery and natural history of New Zealand, Tasmania and the 

south eastern corner of Australia. In New Zealand we will visit some of the country’s most stunning 

national parks, vast tracts of untouched wilderness, mountains, volcanoes, fjords, lakes and a wonderfully 

scenic coastline. Our exploration of New Zealand’s South Island offers rocky cliffs, blowholes, caves and 

rugged surf beaches where seals haul themselves ashore, but perhaps the most exiting of all is to be found 

in the nutrient rich currents of Kaikoura Bay where we spend the morning whale watching. 

AUSTRALIA 

Melbourne 

Mallacoota 

Wilsons Promontory 

Flinders Island 

TASMANIA Coles Bay 

Maria Island 

Hobart Port Arthur 

In timeless Tasmania, 

extraordinary wildlife awaits 

with unique flora, seemingly 

endless forests, rolling pastureland, 

vineyards, plantations, mountains 

and fast moving rivers. Surprisingly, 

Tasmania is similar in size to Ireland, 

yet accounts for only one percent 

of Australia’s land mass. Those who 

venture to this ‘Island on the Edge’ are 

well rewarded and return enchanted. 

Unlike much of Australia where the 

old has been torn down in favour of 

the new, Tasmania has a wealth of 

historic homes and buildings. This 

rich man-made heritage combined 

with its truly hospitable people and 

stunning natural environment gives 

Tasmania a quaint, rather British and 

old fashioned atmosphere in the best 

sense of the meaning. 

The final part of our odyssey takes 

us to remote but fascinating Flinders 

Island and then to Melbourne, the 

cultural capital of Australia. From here 

we navigate the coasts of Victoria 

and New South Wales visiting some 

extraordinary national parks and finally 

ending our journey in Sydney from 

where you can choose to fly straight 

home or extend your stay in one of 

the city’s finest hotels. 

Sydney 

Batemans Bay 

If you have been considering a trip 

that encompasses both New Zealand 

and Australia, but are wary of long 

coach journeys and would prefer a 

more comprehensive itinerary than 

those offered by the ‘big ships’, then 

the MS Caledonian Sky is the perfect 

vessel for you. 

The Itinerary 



Day 2 – Hong Kong. Arrive this 


Grand Hong Kong Hotel for a two 

night stay. Remainder of day at leisure. 



Stanley Market. Afternoon free. This 

evening we will meet for a welcome 

dinner at a centrally located restaurant. 

Day 4 - Hong Kong to Wellington. 


Kong before transferring to the 

Fjordland 


NEW ZEALAND 

Dunedin 

Akaroa 

Kaikoura 

Wellington 

airport for the scheduled flight to 

Wellington via Auckland. 

Day 5 - Wellington. Arrive today and 

transfer to the MS Caledonian Sky 

moored in the city. This afternoon 

we have a brief orientation tour to 

include the Parliament buildings, Old 

St Paul’s Cathedral, a lovely all-wood 

structure which was erected in 1866, 

and the superb Botanic Gardens. Sail 

this evening. 

The Octagon, Dunedin 



area due to its nutrient rich waters. The 

combination of very deep waters and 

the mixing of cold and warm waters 

brings the nutrients to the top. After 

breakfast, there will be opportunities 

to join a whale watching cruise looking 

out for sperm whales, pods of dusky 

and common seals and the wandering 

albatross. Spend the afternoon 

exploring the town independently or 

join one of the nature walks or maybe 

take an optional trip on one of the 

bird watching cruises. 





and dolphins. Using our Zodiacs 

we will explore Otanerito Bay and 






settled by the French in the early 

19th century which retains its Gallic 





Day 8 - Dunedin. Morning cruising. 

This afternoon we will explore 

Dunedin on a guided tour. See the 

gracious 19th century buildings 

and beautiful botanical gardens. 

Alternatively join an optional 

excursion to Tairoa Head to visit 

Royal Albatross Centre. 

Day 9 - Stewart Island. New Zealand’s 

third island is well off the usual beaten 

tourist track. It is a wonderfully tranquil 

place, the scenery of untouched 

bushland is stunning. We will visit 

Oban, see the fascinating Rakiura 

Museum and drive along some of the 

15 miles of sealed road to some of the 

beauty spots. We also hope to use our 

Zodiacs around Half Moon Bay and the 

Paterson Inlet. The bird life here is 

amazing; red crowned parakeets, black 

oyster catchers, sooty shearwaters, tuis, 

bellbirds, kakas and fearless wekas. 

Days 10 & 11- Fjordland. We have 

two days to explore the incredible 

wilderness of fjords of the South 

West coast. This is an area of majestic 

scenery, rich in wildlife, which is only 

accessible by sea, making it the most 

remote region of New Zealand. Our 

schedule may include Resolution 

Bay, Dusky Sound, Milford Sound 

and Deep Cove, but final itinerary 

decisions will be made by the Captain 

and Expedition Leader based on 

weather conditions. 

Days 12 & 13 - At sea. Enjoy time 

to relax and join one of the many 

lectures on board the ship. 

Day 14 - Hobart, Tasmania. Arrive 

this afternoon in Hobart, capital of 

Tasmania. Founded in 1804 as a penal 

colony, today Hobart is cosmopolitan 

city. From our berth it is a short walk to 

the city centre where we will explore 

In timeless 

Tasmania, 

extraordinary 

wildlife awaits 

with unique 

flora, seemingly 

endless forests, 

rolling 

pastureland, 

vineyards, 

plantations, 

mountains 

and fast 

moving rivers. 

Salamanca Place in Sullivans Cove, the 

city’s bustling waterfront. Life here in 

the 1830s was all about industry, but 

today this picturesque cobblestone 

square is a destination for food, art, 

shopping and music. We have time 

to wander the galleries and search for 

local artefacts. From Salamanca Place 

you can also wander to adjoining 

wharves, where British convicts once 

stumbled ashore and whalers hauled 

in their cargo. We moor overnight and 

can enjoy the music at the arts centre 

courtyard as it fills with the sounds of 

jazz and swing music. 

Day 15 - Port Arthur. Port Arthur 

was named after Van Diemen’s Land 

Lieutenant Governor, George Arthur. 

The settlement started as a timber 

station in 1830, but it is best known for 

being a penal colony. From 1833, until 

1853, it was the destination for the 

hardest of convicted British and Irish 

criminals, those who were secondary 

offenders having re-offended after 

their arrival in Australia. Our guided 

tour will include the penintentiary 

which housed 480 convicts, the mess 

room, library and Catholic chapel. We 

will view the dockyard and also have 

time to explore the beautiful gardens 

and grounds surrounding the complex. 

Day 16 - Maria Island. Maria Island 

is a special place with something for 

everyone - historic ruins, sweeping 

bays, rugged cliffs and mountains, 

and remarkable wildlife. Our onboard 

staff will lead a number of walks on the 

island. Since the late 1960s a number 

of threatened species have been 

introduced here in a bid to protect 

their kind. The very things that made 

the island a convict settlement, now 

make it an ideal refuge for plant and 

animal species that are elsewhere 

under threat. So alongside native 

pademelons which occurred on the 

island naturally, are Forester kangaroos, 

Bennetts wallabies, Cape Barren Geese 

and Tasmanian Native hens which have 

been introduced to the island. Some 

of the waters around Maria Island are 

a Marine Nature Reserve. We will have 

the chance to snorkel and explore the 

marine life to be found here, including 

seals and whales. 

Day 17 - Coles Bay and Wineglass 

Bay. We have a full day to explore 

Freycinet National Park. The majestic 

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Hobart 

Coles Bay 

An Antipodean Odyssey

eauty of Freycinet’s granite 

mountains and white, sandy beaches 

have also long been admired by 

naturalists, artists and writers and the 

area was reserved as a national park 

in 1916. We disembark in Coles Bay 

situated on the northern end of Great 

Oyster Bay with stunning views of the 

red and pink granite peaks known as 

The Hazards. We will view the picture 

postcard Wineglass bay with the 

option for a strenuos walk up Mt Amos. 

Day 18 - Flinders Island. This morning 

we land at Flinders Island situated 20 

kilometres from the north-eastern tip 

of Tasmania. Much of the region is 

still exactly as Matthew Flinders found 

it when he first explored this area 

200 years ago. It is easy to imagine 

walking back through the centuries 

as you explore the island’s beaches, 

mountains and plains. On a series of 

nature walks we will explore the island 

searching for the local flora of the shy 

bush, rock orchids, sheoak or Eucalypts. 

Two hundred species of birds, ranging 

from the tiny Superb Wren to the 

giant Wandering Albatross, have 

been recorded as visiting or living 

on Flinders Island. Whilst possums, 

wallabies and wombats may also be 

seen. Sail at lunchtime and enjoy an 

afternoon at sea. 

Day 19 - Melbourne. Arrive in 

Melbourne at breakfast and join a full 

day tour of the Great Ocean Road. On 

this glorious coastal drive we will visit 

Bells Beach, spot koalas in the wild, 

enjoy a guided tour of the Otways 

rainforest and marvel at the amazing 

rock formations of the Port Campbell 

National Park, including the Twelve 

Apostles, Loch Ard Gorge and London 

Bridge. Along the way we see pristine 

beaches and rugged rocky outcrops of 

the Great Ocean Road. For those that 

prefer to explore the famous wines of 

Victoria there will be a full day tour to 

the Yarra Valley. We will drive through 

the beautiful Blue Dandenongs seeing 

the traditional gardens and mountain 

ash forests before arriving at Yarra 

Valley for a tasting and a lunch at one 

of the vineyards. 

Day 20 - Wilson’s Promontory. Today 

we are in the Gippsland area of Victoria. 

Wilson’s Promontory is mainland 

Australia’s southern most National 

Park, an isolated area of granite 

headlands, with unique vegetation 

and geology. The park is affectionately 

known as “The Prom”, and is famous 

for its abundance of native animals, 

birds, reptiles and plants, magnificent 

beaches and thick coastal forest 

Kangaroos 

Maria Island 

Day 21 - Mallacoota. Mallacoota 

Inlet, with its shimmering lakes, rivers, 

pristine forests and turquoise sea 

lapping quiet beaches captivates 

everyone who comes. Surrounded 

by the magnificent Croajingolong 

National Park, Mallacoota is one of 

the most relaxing places imaginable. 

With never a sense of holiday crowds, 

the Top Lake, Bottom Lake, little 

inlets, cliffs, beaches and mountains 

reveal innumerable places to 

explore, fish, walk or simply sit and 

watch the birds, animals and flora. 

Croajingolong’s landscapes and 

ecosystems are so valuable that 

UNESCO has nominated it a World 

Biosphere Reserve. More than 300 

species of birds and more than 1,000 

plant species flourish here, and so it’s 

an absolute paradise for bushwalking 

and birdwatching. 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£8295 

£9295 

Castle 

Standard 

£8595 

£9995 

Day 22 - Batemans Bay. This 

morning we cruise up the Clyde River 

into Batemans Bay. The expansive 

waterway at the mouth of the Clyde 

River was named by Lieutenant James 

Cook on his voyage of discovery 

along this coast in 1770. However it 

wasn’t until well into the 19th century 

that the township of Batemans Bay 

appeared. While Batemans Bay is the 

largest on the coast south of Nowra, it 

maintains its small town atmosphere. 

We have the chance to explore 

the region for native kangaroos, 

wallabies, possums, bandicoots, sea 

eagles and brilliantly coloured parrots 

amongst others. There will also be a 

chance to visit historic Mogo where 

the rustic atmosphere has been 

preserved resulting in a quaint village 

in which you can find a wide variety 

of unusual and attractive craft and 

antique items. 


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Otways Rainforest 

Day 23 - Sydney to London. Be 

on deck this morning as we sail into 

the magnificent Sydney Harbour. 

Disembark after breakfast and 

transfer to the airport for your return 



this morning. 


Extension 

If you would like to see 

more of Sydney, we are 

offering a two night hotel 

extension in a centrally 

located, first class hotel 

on breakfast only basis with transfers. 



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and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, transfers, port taxes, 

airport taxes, 2 nights in Hong Kong on a bed and breakfast basis, dinner on day 3. 

Not Included: Travel Insurance, optional excursions, visas 






The Twelve Apostles

RUSSIA 

Passage to Kamchatka 

CHINA 

An expedition cruise from Japan exploring the Kuril Islands and the Russian Far East 

21st May to 7th June 2013 

The remote reaches of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula and the distant and isolated Kuril Islands have 

fired the imagination of explorers and traders for centuries. Our past travellers have enthused about 

the spectacular scenery, the incredible array of wildlife and the native cultures known to only a few 

privileged travellers. Join us on this remarkable voyage of unparalleled exploration along the ‘Pacific 

Ring of Fire’. From Niigata, Japan to Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula, we cruise through a pristine 

environment that calls to nature lovers, history buffs, photographers and the intrepid explorer within. 

Atlasova Island 

Lovysski Island 

Chirpoy Islands 

Kunashir Island 

Tomakomai 

Hakodate 

JAPAN 

Bering Island 

Zhupanova River Kamenistaya Bay 

& Chazma River 

Petropavlovsk 

Vestnik Bay 

Onekaton 

Matua 

Kushiro 

Niigata 

Tokyo 

Among the Kurils, a necklacelike 

chain of volcanic islands, 

we find vast forests and 

wild-flower-dappled tundra, 

back-dropped by soaring steambreathing 

volcanoes. Basalt stacks rise 

from the sea, tailor-made resting and 

nesting spots for unimaginable 

numbers of seabirds. 

Reaching the Kamchatka Peninsula, 

Russia’s remote easternmost province, 

we are greeted with a dramatic 

landscape of fire and ice. Geysers, hot 

springs and active volcanoes set amidst 

towering mountains and fast flowing 

rivers make this area magnificently 

unique. Countless seabirds will 

accompany our vessel - northern 

fulmars, Laysan albatrosses and tufted 

puffins. Our destinations are virtually 

inaccessible by any means other than 

our manoeuverable expedition ship, 

the MS Caledonian Sky, equipped 

with a full fleet of versatile Zodiacs. 

Imperial Palace, Tokyo 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Tokyo. Fly by 

scheduled flight. 

Day 2 - Tokyo. Arrive this morning 

and transfer to a centrally located 

hotel for an overnight stay. Remainder 

of day at leisure. 

Day 3 - Tokyo to Niigata. After 

breakfast in the hotel we will embark 

on a half day city tour including Meiji 

Shrine, Sensoji Temple and Imperial 

Palace Plaza. We will then transfer to 

the station to join the bullet train to 

Niigata where we will embark the MS 

Caledonian Sky. Sail this afternoon. 

Day 4 - Hakodate. After a morning at 

sea we arrive in the port of Hakodate. 

Our afternoon excursion will include 

a visit to Onuma Park, known for its 

picturesque island-dotted lakes and 

majestic dormant volcano, Mount 

Komagatake. There will be a chance 

to walk amongst the lakes and islands 

and the surrounding birch and maple 

forest. On our return we will take the 

cable car up Mt Hakodate. 

Day 5 - Tomakomai. Join the 

excursion to Lake Utonai, the first 

bird sanctuary in Japan and where 

you can see more than 170 kinds of 

birds including swans and whitetailed 

sea eagles. Alternatively there 

will be a visit to the Ainu village at 

Shiraoi Poroto Kotan. The museum 

has the largest Ainu collection in 

Japan. We will also enjoy a folk music 

performance and ancient Ainu dance. 

Day 6 - Kushiro. Today we will visit 

Kushiro National Park, the site of one 

of the world’s most expansive and 

treasured wetlands, and home of 

Japan’s sacred red crowned cranes, 

brought back from near extinction. 

Day 7 - Yzno Kurilisk & Kunashir 

Island. This morning we will clear 

customs into Russia and begin our 

exploration of the Kuril Islands. 

We will anchor off Kunashir, the 

southernmost island and venture 

out in our Zodiacs to visit the nearby 

Kurilskiy Nature Preserve. Take a walk 

to explore the island, looking out for 

red foxes and fur seals. 

Day 8 - Urup & Chirpoy Islands. 

Today we visit two more Kuril Islands, 

Urup and Chirpoy. The indigenous 

Ainu people, all of whom now live 

on Hokkaido, once inhabited these 

remote islands and remains of 

settlements can be found. These 

islands are populated with profuse 

wildlife and birds. We will explore 

Urup, and stroll or hike up the hillside 

for a view of some of the island’s 20 

or more volcanoes. In Chirpoy we 

will use the Zodiacs to search the 


coastline for stellar sea lions and the 

huge numbers of fulmars, kittiwakes, 

puffins and auklets. 

Day 9 - Yankicha & Matua. At 

Yankicha a sinking volcanic caldera 

offers access during high tides. Inside 

the magnificent lagoon we witness 

the ongoing volcanic activity. One 

of the Kuril’s most active volcanoes 

rises from Matua, with more than 14 

eruptions documented in the past 

250 years. During World War Two the 

Japanese established an airfield here, 

and we will see old bunkers and the 

remains of equipment and artillery 

scattered about. 

Day 10 - Lovysski Island & 

Onekaton. The clusters of rocks that 

comprise the Lovyshki Islands are 

home to huge populations of sea lions 

and northern fur seals which we will 

explore by Zodiac. We continue to the 

island of Onekotan, located near the 

northern end of the Kuril Islands. The 

name Onekotan is derived from the 

Ainu language for ‘large village’. 

Day 11 - Atlasova 

Island & Shumshu 

Island. A nature walk 

on Atlasova Island, with 

the highest volcano 

in the Kurils, will take 

us past an abandoned 

prison for Russian 

women, with time to 

explore the lakes and 

hillsides. During our 

afternoon at Shumshu 

we will use the Zodiacs 

to search for sea otters. 

Day 12 - Vestnik Bay & 

Listvenichnaya. This morning in 

Vestnik Bay we spot evidence of the 

powers of Kamchatka’s volcanoes, 

such as lightweight pumice scattered 

on the shoreline. During a walk 

through a coastal forest we are likely 

to find such sought-after species 

as the Eurasian nutcracker, taiga 

flycatcher and redflanked 

bluetail. This 

afternoon we will use 

the Zodiacs to land 

in Listvenichnaya 

Bay where we should 

have a chance to see 

bears. 

Day 13 - 

Petropavlovsk. After 

breakfast we set out 

for an exploration of 

Whiskered auklet 

Petropavlovsk, the 

only major city on 

the peninsula and one of the oldest 

towns in the Russian Far East. Local 

guides bring us to the museum of 

ethnography and natural history, the 

Kuril Islands 

art school, the gold-domed Orthodox 

cathedral and the marketplace. 

Alternatively take an optional 

helicopter excursion to the Valley of 

the Geysers (details will be released in 

early 2013). 

Day 14 - Kamenistaya Bay & 

Chazma River. This morning we land 

at Kamenistaya Bay where we will have 

a chance to walk in the meadows and 

see the amazing landscape of extinct 

volcanoes and rugged coves. This 

afternoon at Chazma River there will 

be a variety of nature walks. 

Day 15 - Bering Island, Commander 

Islands. The Commander Islands 

are named after famed commander 

Vitus Bering. We will visit the village 

of Nikolskoye to explore the Aleut 

museum and to meet our island hosts 

who will introduce the local culture. 

In the afternoon, take a Zodiac ride 

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Passage to Kamchatka

Our 

destinations 

are virtually 

inaccessible 

by any means 

other than our 

manoeuverable 

expedition 

ship the MS 


Sky, equipped 

with a full fleet 

of versatile 

Zodiacs. 

to tiny Ariy Kamen Island, whose 

moss-green rocky landscape provides 

a habitat for vast numbers of birds, 

including horned and tufted puffins. 

Day 16 - Zhupanova River. We 

board Zodiacs to negotiate the 

Zhupanova River, with superb 

opportunities for both birding and 

nature walks. Heading upstream, we 

are likely to spot up to 40 species 

of birds including the Steller’s sea 

eagles. This evening we will moor at 

Morzhovaya Bay for a final chance 

to search for bears. 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£7495 

£8495 

Castle 

Standard 

£7895 

£9295 

Day 17 - Petropavlovsk to Moscow. 

Disembark after breakfast and transfer 

to the airport for the scheduled flight 

to Moscow. Arrive this evening and 

transfer to the Marriott Hotel (or 

similar) for an overnight stay. 

Day 18 - Moscow to London. This 

morning enjoy a city tour of Moscow 

before transferring to the airport for 

your scheduled flight to London. 

Arrive this evening. 


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Extend Your Stay 

in Tokyo 

For those would would like to spend 

more time in Tokyo, we are offering 

a two night stay prior to the cruise. 

The extension includes two nights in 

a centrally located first class hotel on 

bed and breakfast basis, an excursion 

to Nikko and transfers. 



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Native, Russian Far East 

Zodiac cruising in Listvenichnaya Bay Steller Sea Lions 

Promenade 


£10495 

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Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, overnight hotel accommodation in Tokyo on bed and breakfast basis, Tokyo city tour, 14 

nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on full board basis with house wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard, expedition 

team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, port taxes, overnight hotel accommodation in Moscow on bed and 

breakfast basis, Moscow city tour, transfers, airport taxes. 

Not Included: Travel Insurance, optional excursion, Russian visa. 



Fire & Ice in the Far Arctic 

Cruise from the Russian Far East to Alaska along the Aleutian Chain of Islands 

4th to 20th June 2013 

Join the MS Caledonian Sky on an expedition cruise to the Russian Far East and Islands of the North 

Pacific. This remarkable voyage takes you to the coast of Kamchatka and along the Aleutian islands of 

the ‘Pacific Ring of Fire’. For seafaring explorers this is one of the world’s greatest journeys. Smoking 

volcanoes rise above the clouds and everywhere life abounds with vast onshore colonies of seabirds, 

whilst lush verdant hillsides lure walkers and botanists to explore the vividly coloured wildflowers. 

This is your 

opportunity 

to see a seldom 

visited corner 

of the world. 

Geysers, hot 

springs and 

active volcanoes 

set amidst 

towering 

mountains 

and fast flowing 

rivers make 

this area 

magnificently 

unique. 

RUSSIA 

This pure and breathtakingly 

beautiful wilderness is a 

designated Biosphere Reserve 

and the wildlife is some of the richest 

in the world. The Aleutian archipelago 

of almost two hundred islands, islets 

and rocks form stepping stones 

between Asia and the Americas. 

Here, amongst the steep cliffs’ grass 

covered headlands we find millions 

of nesting seabirds. Northern fulmars, 

red-faced cormorants, tufted and 

horned puffins, crested parakeet 

and auklets are joined by 25 million 

or so visitors from the far south, 

mostly shearwaters. 

Tikhirka Bay, Kamchatka 

Kukak Bay 

Little Chazma 

Bering Island 

Zhupanova 

Semidi Islands 

Aleutian Islands 

Petropavlovsk 

Seward 

CANADA 

Seattle 

This is your opportunity to see a 

seldom visited corner of the world. 

To witness the timeless processes 

of nature taking place without the 

hindrance or help of man. Here where 

the vast Pacific meets the Bering Sea 

nature can be appreciated in the 

raw. The sea with its abundance of 

food sustains an incredible varied life 

both below and above water. Sperm, 

minke, fin, orcas and grey whales 

swim along this ‘Chain of Life’ in the 

company of sea otters, harbour seals, 

Dall’s porpoise and the now rare 

Steller sea lions. 

Before setting off for the Aleutians 

we will spend a couple of days on 

Kamchatka, Russia’s remote easternmost 

province. We will explore this 

dramatic landscape of fire and ice. 

Geysers, hot springs and active 

volcanoes set amidst towering 

mountains and fast flowing rivers 

make this area magnificently unique. 

This is home to the huge brown bears 

which can sometimes be spotted on 

river banks and shorelines. 

Few places in the world can 

offer experiences beyond one’s 

imagination. But here, as we 

navigate these islands with their 

spectacular scenery and skies 

dominated by vast colonies of 

seabirds, we can enjoy one of the 

last true wilderness areas. All this 

and much more including some 

important WWII battles which took 

place between Japan and the USA 

and the history and lives of the native 

Unangan’s will be brought to life by 

our knowledgeable expedition team. 

The Itinerary 


Moscow. Fly by scheduled flight. On 

arrival transfer to the 5-star Marriott 

Hotel or similar for an overnight stay. 

Enjoy a welcome dinner tonight. 

Day 2 - Moscow. Moscow to 

Petropavlovsk. After a morning tour 

of Moscow transfer to the airport for 

the scheduled flight to Petropavlovsk. 

Day 3 - Petropavlovsk. Arrive this 

morning in the regional capital of 

Petropavlovsk which has the real 

atmosphere of a frontier town. Enjoy 

a guided tour before transferring to 

the MS Caledonian Sky. In the evening 

sail out of the world’s largest deep sea 

harbour, curving some 15 miles with a 

dramatic mountain backdrop. 


Day 4 - Zhupanova, Kamchatka. 

This morning we will cruise along the 

dramatic Kamchatka coastline where 

volcanoes rise majestically from flat 

coastal plains amid a labyrinth of inland 

ridges. We will reach the Zhupanova 

River where feeding brown bears 

can often be seen. Listen out for the 

haunting call of the Eurasian cuckoo 

and watch the migrating shore birds 

which are found here in great numbers. 

Day 5 - Little Chazma, Kamchatka. 

Along the Chazma River we hope to 

find the spectacular Steller’s sea eagle 

standing sentinel on nearby pinnacles. 

Watch out for other rare birds 

including the Siberian ruby throats 

and three species of wagtails. 

Day 6 - Bering Island, Commander 

Islands. This morning we drop anchor 

off Bering Island. This island recalls the 

heroic voyage of its namesake Vitus 

Bering, whose vessel was shipwrecked 

here following his 1741 voyage to the 

coast of North America. Breeding 

colonies of northern fur seals are 

found on this remote island. 

Day 7 - At sea. Cross the International 

Date line today. 

Day 8-12 - Aleutian Islands. Our time 

spent in the Aleutian chain of islands 

will be fairly flexible making the best of 

the weather and local reconnaissance. 

We will cross the International Date 

Line and gain a day. Attu is the 

Westernmost of the Aleutians and 

figured prominently in WWII. As 

serious birders know, Attu is famed 

for its Asiatic accidentals. We may call 

into Kiska where remnants of WWII 

encampments can be found among the 

rye grass and wildflowers. Considered 

one of the most important marine bird 

colonies in the Aleutians, Sirius Point 

hosts the world’s largest crested and 

least auklet populations, numbering 

over 1.4 million. From the deck you can 

look out for the usually prolific numbers 

Parakeet Auklet 

Bear catching salmon 

of bald eagles which greet our arrival 

to Unalaska Island. Dutch Harbour is 

a busy ice free port which serves the 

North Pacific and Bering Sea fishing 

industry. This Aleutian port is very much 

a frontier town. We will see the World 

War II bunkers and the spectacular 

Russian Orthodox Church. 


Day 14 - Semidi Islands/Aghiyuk 

Island/Chowiet Island. The wildliferich 

Semidis are known as the 

breeding grounds for about twenty 

five percent of the resident seabirds in 

the Gulf of Alaska including hundreds 

of thousands of horned puffins and 

northern fulmars, plus the unusual 

parakeet auklet. This is also great 

territory for whale spotting. 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£6995 

£7995 

Castle 

Standard 

£7395 

£8795 

Day 15 - Kukak Bay. Cruising 

through these waters of the emerald 

green Katmai Peninsula, watch out for 

foraging brown bears with their cubs 

and waterfalls which often at this time 

of year are heavy and impressive. 

Day 16 - Seward to Seattle. 

Disembark this morning in the Alaskan 

port of Seward and drive through the 

beautiful landscape to Anchorage 

for your flight to Seattle. On arrival, 

transfer to a first class hotel for an 


Day 17 - Seattle to London. Morning 

free in Seattle. Afternoon departure 

by scheduled flight to London. 

Day 18 - London. Arrive today. 


Superior 

£7895 

£9495 

Walrus 

Kamchatka 



Promenade 

Premium 

£8295 

- 

Bridge 


£8995 

- 

Promenade 


£9495 

- 

Promenade 


£9995 

- 

Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, overnight hotel accommodation in Moscow with breakfast and dinner, Petropavlovsk 

city tour, 13 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on full board basis with house wine, beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard, 

expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, port taxes, overnight hotel accommodation in Seattle on 

bed and breakfast basis, transfers, airport taxes. 

Not Included: Travel Insurance, visas. NB. Ports subject to change. All special offers are subject to availability. 

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Fire & Ice in the Far Arctic

Great Land of Alaska 

A voyage from Seward to Vancouver 

17th June to 1st July 2013 

Few places left on earth offer the traveller as much untamed scenic grandeur as the great land of 

Alaska. Witnessing this vast landscape has a humbling effect on those who journey along its dramatic 

fjord and coastal scenery, past towering mountains, their foothills covered with never ending spruce 

forests. Words cannot adequately describe what it feels like to stand on the crest of an age old glacier, 

see a whale gracefully breach above the sea’s surface or watch a grizzly hunt for spawning salmon in 

the gushing Alaskan rivers. 

Discerning travellers will 

appreciate this rich itinerary 

that explores the many facets 

of Alaska; tidewater glaciers, hidden 

fjords, massive ice-fields and huge 

mountains. The MS Caledonian Sky 

will follow a flexible course avoiding 

the lanes frequented by the big resort 

ships whenever possible. The day to 

day itinerary will be determined by 

weather and wildlife sightings and for 

a closer look, Zodiac craft will be used 

to explore the coastline and to land 

on isolated spots. With only 100 or so 

like minded souls, you will be able to 

appreciate the peace and beauty of 

Alaska, explore in small parties ashore 

and visit places which the passengers 

aboard the big ships will never be taken. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Anchorage. Fly by 

scheduled flight via Seattle. Arrive late 

this evening and transfer to a first class 

hotel for an overnight stay. 

Day 2 - Anchorage to Seward. After 

breakfast, enjoy a sightseeing tour 

of Anchorage including a visit to 

the Anchorage Museum. Arrive into 

Seward this afternoon and transfer to 

Prince William Sound 

the MS Caledonian Sky 

for embarkation. 

Day 3 - Prince William Sound. 

Waking up to a vision of massive 

glaciers and icebergs is a reminder of 

the advantages of small ship cruising. 

The MS Caledonian Sky makes its 

way past the icebergs and coves of 

Prince William Sound and weather 

permitting, we hope to explore Barry 

Arm and College fjord. 

Day 4 - Kayak Island & Icy Bay. This 

morning we arrive at Kayak landing 

where we will use our Zodicas to land 

for a walk. It is here that Captain Vitus 

Bering landed in 1741 after crossing 

the North Pacific from Russia. With 

Mount St Elias framing an imposing 

18,000 ft, backdrop, we will explore 

the mighty Malaspina and Guyot 

Glaciers. Zodiac forays will take us 

to the head of this impressive bay, 

populated by hundreds of harbour 

seals. In the distance look out for 

black bears and mountain goats. 

Kayak Island 

& Icy Bay 

G U L F O F A L A S K A 

Anchorage 


Seward 

Day 5 - Hubbard Glacier. Today 

cruise the St Elias Range, the tallest 

coastal mountain range in the 

world. Enter Yakutat Bay to view 

Hubbard Glacier, at over 75 miles 

ALASKA 

(USA) 


Hubbard Glacier 

long the longest tidewater Glacier in 

North America, with a face six miles 

wide. This is one of the few advancing 

glaciers, and our small ship is able 

manoeuvre a comfortable distance off 

the face of the glacier and watch for 

“glacier calving”. 

Day 6 - Inian Islands, Elfin Cove 

& Point Adolphus. This morning we 

anchor off the tiny hamlet of Elfin 

Cove, a remote village on Chichagof 

Island accessible only by boat or 

float plane. Upon our arrival, local 

resident Mary Jo Lordwild will join us 

on board the ship for a presentation 

on Elfin Cove and life in a boardwalk 

community. After tendering ashore 

by Zodiac, you are free to explore 

this unique and seldom-visited 

fishing community by strolling along 

the elevated boardwalk that serves 

as the town’s sidewalk and main 

street. Elfin Cove has something for 

everyone: photography buffs can try 

to capture the picturesque setting and 

colorful fishing boats on film; wildlife 

enthusiasts may be rewarded by the 

sight of a sea otter, harbour seal or 

bald eagle. During lunch we continue 

to Point Adolphus, across from the 

entrance to Glacier Bay. Observe the 

congregation of Humpback whales 

Inian Islands, 

Elfin Cove & Point 

Adolphus Admiralty Island 

The Brothers 

Petersburg & 

Wrangell Narrows 

Tracy Arm & 

Endicott Arm 

BRITISH 

COLUMBIA 

Misty 

Fjords 

Prince 

Rupert 

Fjordland 

Queen Charlotte 

Sound 

Alert Bay & 

Johnstone 

Strait 

Vancouver 

who spend their summer feeding in 

the rich upwelling which occurs here. 

Day 7 - Admiralty Island. This morning 

we arrive at The Brothers, a group of 

small islands off the southern coast of 

Admiralty Island. These remote islands 

are a photographer’s paradise. Look 

out for whales, Stellar sea lions and 

eagles. Sail over lunch to Admiralty 

Island which boasts one of the densest 

populations of brown bears in Alaska.

Bears catching salmon 

Day 8 - Tracy Arm & Endicott Arm. 

A journey along the winding Tracy 

Arm Fjord leads us some twenty 

miles through an ethereal wilderness 

of soaring peaks and high cliffs, 

crystalline icebergs and tumbling 

waterfalls to the foot of the twin 

Sawyer Glaciers. 

Day 9 - Petersburg & Wrangell 

Narrows. This morning we go 

ashore at the village of Petersburg, a 

commercial fishing harbour. From here 

we will take a nature walk looking for 

bears, dear, eagles and other large 

birds of the area. This afternoon we 

cruise the spectacular 35km long 

Wrangell Narrows. The winding 

narrows are only accessible by small 

ships such as the MS Caledonian Sky. 

Day 10 - Misty Fjords. This morning 

retrace a portion of Captain George 

Vancouver’s voyage through this 

region. The MS Caledonian Sky will 

cruise into Rudyerd Bay, one of the 

great bays of Misty Fjords National 

Monument. Gigantic granite domes 

and huge waterfalls are everywhere in 

this beautiful spot. It is a perfect time 

to view the salmon returning at the 

mouth of several small streams. If we 

are lucky, we might glimpse the great 

Alaskan brown bear, a frequent visitor 

to these streams. 

Day 11 - Prince Rupert. Leaving Alaska 

and entering Canada we first visit 

the port city of Prince Rupert. This is 

one of the finest natural harbours in 

the world and is surrounded by lush 

forests and beautiful rivers Northern 

B.C. People have been living here for 

almost 10,000 years, and today we 

get a unique introduction into their 

fascinating culture. Sail through the 

stunning Grenville Channel. Part of the 

coast is home to the famous Kermode 

or “Spirit Bear”, a black bear (Ursos 

Americanus) with a completely white 

coat. 

Day 12 - Fjordland. Off the beaten 

path on a waterway far to the east 

of the usual ship route is one of the 

newest Canadian Parks, Fjordland. 

Seldom visited and truly magnificent, 

this area is packed with wildlife. 

Humpback whales, wolves, deer, 

eagles and bear are often seen here. 

In magnificent Kynoch Inlet the MS 

Caledonian Sky will manoeuvre close 

to a dramatic waterfall dropping 

directly into the fjord. Deep in Kynoch 

is an extraordinary place called 

Culpepper’s Lagoon. If tide and time 

permit we will lower our Zodiacs for 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£5995 

£6995 

Castle 

Standard 

£6295 

£7795 

Bald Eagle, Misty Fjord 

an excursion into this seldom visited 

paradise. This afternoon cross the 

magnificent Queen Charlotte Sound. 

Day 13 - Alert Bay & Johnstone 

Strait. Today visit a true gem, the 

Umista Cultural Centre and Big House 

in Alert Bay on northern Vancouver 

Island. Visit the town and see the 

colourful totem park and cemetery. 

Walk the short distance to the “Big 

House” to watch a dance presentation 

by some Kwakwaka’wakw Dancers. 

In the afternoon cruise through the 

Johnstone Strait, one of the best Orca 

Whale watching waters in the world 

and later through Seymour Narrows. 

Day 14 - Vancouver to London. 

Disembark and enjoy a morning city 

tour and lunch before transferring to 

the airport for your evening return 





Superior 

£6795 

£8595 



Promenade 

Premium 

£7195 

- 

Glacier Bay 

Bridge 


£8295 

- 

With only 

100 or so like 

minded souls, 

you will be able 

to appreciate the 

peace and beauty 

of Alaska, 

explore in small 

parties ashore 

and visit places 

which the 

passengers 

aboard the big 

ships will 

never be taken. 

Promenade 


£8795 

- 

Promenade 


£9295 

- 


and soft drinks with lunch and dinner, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, transfers, port taxes, 

airport taxes, overnight night hotel accommodation in Anchorage on bed and breakfast basis, Anchorage tour, Vancouver city tour. 

Not Included: Travel Insurance, visas. NB. Ports subject to change. All special offers are subject to availability. 

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Great Land of Alaska

Natural Wonders of Alaska 

An expedition cruise to the islands and fjords of Alaska 

29th June to 14th July 2013 

Coastal Alaska is incredibly beautiful. 

A vast area of fjords, channels, rivers, glaciers 

and bays, all of which can be well appreciated from 

the deck of a ship as she weaves her way through the 

seemingly endless coastal wilderness. This voyage 

promises to be a true expedition, an exciting journey 

of wildlife discovery and spectacular scenery. 

Humpback Whale 

Misty Fjord 

ALASKA 

(USA) 

Seward 

Kayak Island 

G U L F O F A L A S K A 

Witnessing this vast 

landscape has a humbling 

effect on those who 

journey along its dramatic fjord 

and coastal scenery, past towering 

mountains, their foothills covered with 

never ending spruce forests. Seeing 

the Alaskan wildlife in their natural 

habitat is a wonderful experience, 

and unlike the big cruise vessels 

who have a set course on the wide 

channels, our expedition vessel will 

be able to navigate narrow fjords and 

passages. These are perfect waters for 

expedition cruising as we get close to 

glaciers, gushing rivers, and for a real 

close-up experience we will use our 

Zodiacs to view wildlife such as bird 

colonies, bears and swooping bald 

eagles if we are lucky. 

Such a remote, mysterious land 

that supports some of the world’s 

most intriguing formations of nature 

and wildlife must be treasured by 

those that are captivated by its 

magnificence. Only small ship cruising 

can ensure you soak up the delights, 

peacefulness and wonders that exist 

in Alaska today. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Vancouver. Fly by 

scheduled flight. Arrive this afternoon 

and transfer to your centrally located 

hotel for an overnight stay. 

Day 2 - Vancouver. This morning 

enjoy a morning at leisure to explore 

independently or join an optional city 

tour including Chinatown, Gastown 

and Stanley Park. This afternoon 

meet at the hotel for a transfer to the 

Caledonian Sky moored in the city. 


Hubbard Glacier 

Point Adolphus 

& Elfin Cove 

Tebenkof Bay 

Petersburg 

Tracy Arm & 

Endicott Arm 

Misty 

Fjords 

Fjordland 

BRITISH 

COLUMBIA 


Johnstone 

Strait 

Vancouver 

Day 3 - Johnstone Strait. Today 

we will cruise through the Seymour 

Narrows and then Johnstone Strait, 

one of the best Orca Whale watching 

waters in the world. 

Day 4 - Fjordland. Off the beaten 

path on a waterway far to the east 

of the usual ship route is one of the 

newest Canadian Parks, Fjordland. 

Seldom visited and truly magnificent, 

this area is packed with wildlife. 

Humpback whales, wolves, deer, 

eagles and bear are often seen here. 

Day 5 - Misty Fjords. This morning 

retrace a portion of Captain George 

Vancouver’s voyage through this region. 

The Caledonian Sky will cruise into 

Rudyerd Bay, one of the great bays 

of Misty Fjords National Monument. 

Gigantic granite domes and huge

South Sawyer Glacier 

These are 

perfect waters 

for expedition 

cruising as 

we get close to 

glaciers, gushing 

rivers, and for 

a real close-up 

experience we 

will use our 

Zodiacs to 

view wildlife. 

waterfalls are everywhere in this beautiful 

spot. It is a perfect time to view the 

salmon returning at the mouth of several 

small streams. If we are lucky, we might 

glimpse the great Alaskan brown bear, a 

frequent visitor to these streams. 

Day 6 - Petersburg & Le Conte 

Glacier. This morning we cruise 

through the spectacular Wrangell 

narrows before arriving at the village 

of Petersburg, a commercial fishing 

harbour. From here we will take a nature 

walk looking for bears, dear, eagles 

and other large birds of the area. 

Continue this afternoon to Le Conte 

Glacier. Set deep in a steep-sided 

fjord choked with gigantic icebergs, 

we will approach it in our Zodiacs, 

ice conditions permitting. View the 

massive glacier as it winds its way 

down from the mighty Stikine Icefield. 

Day 7 - Tracy Arm & Endicott 

Arm. A journey along the winding 

Tracy Arm Fjord leads us some 

twenty miles through an ethereal 

wilderness of soaring peaks and 

high cliffs, crystalline icebergs and 

tumbling waterfalls to the foot of the 

twin Sawyer Glaciers. These icy blue 

glaciers are unrivalled in their majestic 

beauty. Explore in Zodiacs with our 

naturalists, see calving glaciers, often 

mirrored in the glassy fjord water. 



Occupancy 

Double 

Sole 


Castle 

Std Forward 

£6195 

£7295 

Castle 

Standard 

£6495 

£7995 

Day 8 - Admiralty Island. This morning 

we arrive at The Brothers, a group of 

small islands off the southern coast of 

Admiralty Island. These remote islands 

are a photographer’s paradise. Look 

out for whales, Stellar sea lions and 

eagles. Sail over lunch to Admiralty 

Island where we will explore Gambier 

Bay which boasts one of the densest 

populations of brown bears in Alaska. 

Day 9 - Tebenkof Bay & Red Bluff 

Bay. In Tebenkof Bay we will use our 

Zodiacs to explore this complex of 

fertile fjords carved into 65 mile-long 

Kuiu Island. Marine mammals thrive in 

Tebenkof, including humpback, minke, 

and orca whales, porpoise, harbour 

seals, northern sea lions, and sea otter. 

Eagles and other marine birds abound 

whilst on land there are black bear, 

timber wolves, Sitka black-tailed deer, 

river otters, mink, martin, beaver and 

more. Over lunch we sail through the 

Chatham Straits to Baranof Island. It is a 

rugged and beautiful island with many 

cove, bays and inlets featuring towering 

peaks with alpine glaciers and many 

waterfalls draining its lush rain forests. 

Day 10 - Point Adolphus & Elfin 

Cove. At breakfast time we will arrive 

at Point Adolphus, across from the 

entrance to Glacier Bay. Observe the 

congregation of Humpback whales 

who spend their summer feeding in 

the rich upwelling which occurs here. 

This afternoon we anchor off the tiny 

hamlet of Elfin Cove, a remote village 

on Chichagof Island accessible only 

by boat or float plane. Upon our 

arrival, local resident Mary Jo Lordwild 

will join us on board the ship for a 

presentation on Elfin Cove and life 

in a boardwalk community. After 

tendering ashore by Zodiac, you 

are free to explore this unique and 

seldom-visited fishing community by 

strolling along the elevated boardwalk 

that serves as the town’s sidewalk and 

main street. Elfin Cove has something 

for everyone: photography buffs can 

try to capture the picturesque setting 


Superior 

£6995 

£8795 



Promenade 

Premium 

£7395 

- 

Bridge 


£8495 

- 

and colourful fishing boats on film; 

wildlife enthusiasts may be rewarded 

by the sight of a sea otter, harbour 

seal or bald eagle. 

Day 11 - Hubbard Glacier. Today 

cruise the St Elias Range, the tallest 

coastal mountain range in the world. 

Enter Yakutat Bay to view Hubbard 

Glacier, at over 75 miles long the 

longest tidewater Glacier in North 

America, with a face six miles wide. 

This is one of the few advancing 

glaciers, and our small ship is able 

manoeuvre a comfortable distance off 

the face of the glacier and watch for 

“glacier calving”. 

Day 12 - Kayak Island. This morning 

we arrive at Kayak landing where we 

will use our Zodicas to land for a walk. 

Here, Captain Vitus Bering landed in 

1741 after crossing the North Pacific 

from Russia. The immense Bering 

Glacier might be glimpsed as we glide 

along the coast. 

Day 13 - PrinceWilliam Sound. 

Waking up to a vision of massive 

glaciers and icebergs is a reminder of 

the advantages of small ship cruising. 

The MS Caledonian Sky makes its 

way past the icebergs and coves 

of Prince William Sound. We hope 

to explore Barry Arm and College 

fjord. Opportunities for capturing 

incredible images with your camera 

and binoculars are endless. 

Day 14 - Seward to Seattle. After 

breakfast disembark in Seward and 

transfer to Anchorage airport for your 

flight to Seattle. On arrival transfer to 

your hotel for an overnight stay. 

Day 15 - Seattle to London. Enjoy 

a free morning in Seattle before an 


your evening return scheduled flight 

to London. 



Promenade 


£8995 

- 

Promenade 


£9495 

- 

Price Includes: Economy class scheduled air travel, 12 nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky on a full board basis with house wine and 

beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner onboard, expedition team, shore excursions, gratuities to crew and whilst on excursions, 

transfers, port taxes, airport taxes, overnight night hotel accommodation in Seattle and Vancouver on bed and breakfast basis. 

Not Included: Travel Insurance, visas, optional excursions. NB. Ports subject to change. All special offers are subject to availability. 

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Natural Wonders of Alaska

Extensions 

Before embarking or after disembarking the 

MS Caledonian Sky there are various extensions 

available to help you discover the beauty and 

diversity of the region in more depth and these are 

shown over the following pages. In addition there 

are city stays in Buenos Aires, Tokyo and Sydney 

which are shown with the relevant itineraries. 

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The Wonders of the Galapagos 

Aboard Isabela II 

Post-cruise extension in conjunction with ‘Secret World of Two Oceans’ – 17th to 25th November 2012 

Named after the giant 

Galapagos tortoise, this 

remote group of islands, 

1000km off the coast of Ecuador 

are considered some of the most 

wondrous islands in the world. 

Largely unspoiled by development, 

it is a place where fascinating and 

diverse wildlife is both abundant and 

fearless of man. Today there are a 

number of vessels cruising around 

these islands ranging in size from 

six to six hundred passengers, but 

we have chosen to charter a very 

special vessel from our associates 

and experts in Galapagos cruises, 

Metroplitan Touring. We believe 

the Isabela II is perfect for those 

who prefer a small, superior vessel, 

a highly experienced expedition 

team, small groups ashore and an 

environmentally friendly programme. 

Isabela II 

Carrying a maximum of only 40 guests, 

all 21 cabins aboard the Isabela II are 

en-suite and have outside views with 

ample storage space, a safety box and 

a hairdryer. The ship is air-conditioned 

throughout and facilities include a 

spacious dining room, bar/lounge, 

well-stocked library and reading room, 

gift shop, fitness area, Jacuzzi and 

spacious deck area. There is also an 

additional bar on the boat deck. The 

ship also has a glass-bottom boat for 

excursions, sea kayaks and snorkelling 

equipment. A special feature is 

the three English-speaking naturalist 

guides which allows for small groups 

when exploring. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - Guayaquil. Disembark this 

morning and enjoy a city tour of 

Guayaquil before transferring to 

the Hilton Hotel to check in and an 

afternoon at leisure. 

Day 2 - Guayaquil. Enjoy a day at 

leisure in Guayaquil or alternatively 

join an optional excursion to Parque 

Historico which was created by 

the Central Bank of Ecuador to 

preserve the culture and customs 

of the Ecuadorian coast. The park 

provides an opportunity to discover 

the traditions and roots of local 

Seals 

Isabela II 

culture and is divided into three 

sections, each one dedicated to the 

preservation of an important part 

of history. 

Day 3 - Guayaquil to Galapagos. 

This morning we transfer to the 

airport for the flight to Galapagos. 

After visiting Santa Cruz Island and 

lunch at a local restaurant, we visit 

the Charles Darwin Research Station 

and the giant tortoise pens. These 

are the headquarters of scientific 

investigation, conservation and the 

National Park administration. Enjoy 

a late afternoon stroll along the 

main street of Puerto Ayora before 

embarking on Yacht Isabela II. 

Day 4 - Santa Fe & South Plaza 

Island. After breakfast enjoy a wet 

landing on a sandy white beach with 

many sea lion harems. Bulls vie for 

the right of “Beach Master”, while 

smaller males masquerading as 

females make stealthy mating moves. 

Galápagos hawks are often easily 

observed, perched atop salt bushes. 

The endemic land iguana, unique to 

Twin: £2395 Single: £3495 

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Flamingo 

this island, may be spotted during the 

afternoon walk. Snorkelling, kayaking 

or swimming from the beach rounds off 

the rewarding experience. After lunch 

onboard we disembark in the channel 

between North and South Plaza 

Islands, where the island tilts toward 

the water, the approach makes for a 

lavishly colourful sight. The turquoise 

waters of the channel contrast 

brilliantly with the white sand and 

black lava of the shoreline. Along the 

coastline one finds sea lion colonies, 

while frigates, swallow-tailed gulls and 

shearwaters glide playing with the 

thermals that form along the cliffs. 


Price includes: Two nights at the 

Hilton Guayaquil on bed and 

breakfast basis, economy class flights 

between Guayaquil and Baltra and 

Baltra to Quito, overnight hotel 

accommodation in Quito on bed and 

Day 5 - North Seymour & Santa 

Cruz Island. The morning starts 

with a dry landing for a view of 

the coast and the interior of North 

Seymour Island, one of the few 

uplifted islands in the Galapagos 

Archipelago. The trail leads us to 

explore colonies of blue footed 

boobies, magnificent frigate birds, 

and swallowtail gulls. The sandy 

shore teems with Galapagos sea lions 

and marine iguanas. After WWII, US 

military barges were beached and 

abandoned here. Locals referred 

to the beach as the barges beach, 

a name that morphed to “bachas”. 

Today it is an important nesting area 

for the east Pacific green sea turtle. 

Day 6 - Bartolome & James island. 

Disembark at Bartolome Island for 

a hike to the summit. Following 

the walk, there will be a dinghy 

ride around colossal Pinnacle Rock 

followed by time to enjoy the beach 

and some snorkelling, with possible 

Galapagos penguin sightings. There 

will be the opportunity to ride on the 

glass-bottom boat for great views of 

the underwater world. After lunch, 

board the panga for the short trip to 

the landing site at Sullivan Bay on the 

east coast of Santiago. 

Day 7 - Galapagos to Quito. After 

breakfast, transfer to the airport for 

the flight to Quito. On arrival transfer 

to the hotel for an overnight stay. 

Day 8 - Quito to London. 

Return to London by indirect 

scheduled flight. 

Day 9 - London. Arrive today. 

breakfast basis, Galapagos National 

Park entrance fee, 4 nights aboard 

the Isabela II on a full board basis, 

transfers, port taxes. 

Not Included: Local departure taxes, 

gratuities, travel insurance, optional 

excursions. 

The Wonders of the Galapagos

Costa Rica – Monteverde Cloud Forest 

Costa Rica - Monteverde Cloud Forest 

Post cruise extension in conjunction with Cuba to Costa Rica – 8th to 12th November 2012 

Pre cruise extension in conjunction with Secret World of Two Oceans – 3rd to 7th November 2012 

In the mid 60s, a Quaker 

community moved to the 

Monteverde area where they 

found a cloud forest paradise and 

decided to protect it. The area was 

covered with tall trees festooned with 

orchids, bromeliads, ferns, vines and 

mosses as well as numerous crystal 

clear streams and waterfalls. Variable 

climate and large altitudinal gradient 

has helped to produce an extremely 

high biodiversity. The four life zones 

found in Monteverde are home to 

more than 100 species of mammals, 

400 species of birds, 500 species of 

butterflies, 120 reptile and amphibian 

species, 2,500 plant species (among 

them 420 different types of orchids 

and 200 fern species), 500 species of 

trees and thousands of insects. Among 

the 400 species of birds, some of the 

best known species are: The Quetzal, 

the Bird Bell, the Black Turkey Bird, the 

Mot-Mot, the Orange-bellied Trogon, 

and the Bare-neck Umbrella Bird. 

Post Cruise Itinerary 

Day 1 - San Jose to Monteverde. 

After breakfast at the hotel we transfer 

to Monteverde. On arrival we will 

experience the magic of the Cloud 

Forest onboard a small replica vintage 

train. Alongside the railway the view 

changes as we enter the forest. 

Reaching a viewing point in the middle 

of the forest, if it is clear we hope to 

observe Costa Rica´s most active 

volcano, the Arenal Volcano. Afrer a 

local Costa Rican lunch we transfer to 

El Establo Hotel for a two night stay. 

Day 2 - Monteverde. This morning 

enjoy a walking tour of the 

Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve. 

After lunch at the Selvatura Park there 

will be the chance to experience the 

hanging bridges of Selvatura. There 

are many bridge systems in the world, 

few of them are hanging bridges, and 

fewer still are those that are located 

inside the real cloud forest. Selvatura 

Park´s treetop walkways provide the 

best way to safely admire the cloud 

forest canopy. View the wide variety 

of flora and fauna and experience the 

biodiversity of the cloud forest canopy 

which is not found anywhere else in 

the world. 

Day 3 - Monteverde to San Jose. 

This morning we return to San 

Jose via the scenic town of Sarchi, 

considered the home of Costa Rica’s 

best craftsmanship. It was here in 

Sarchi that, more than a century ago, 

primitive local artists began painting 

and decorating their traditional oxcarts 

in intricate and colourful designs. 

There was spirited but good-nature 

competition among families to see 

who could create the most spectacular 

designs. We will be able to see artisans 

painting a variety of woodcrafts. After 

lunch in Sarchi we arrive at the little 

town of Grecia, famous for its historical 

metal church. This evening we transfer 

to the Real Intercontinental Hotel for 

an overnight stay. 

Day 4 - San Jose. After breakfast 

transfer to the airport for your scheduled 

flight to London Heathrow via Miami. 

Day 5 - London. Arrive this morning. 

Please note that when taken in 

conjunction with Secret World of 

Two Oceans, this is a pre-cruise 

extension. Guests fly from London on 

3rd November, enjoy an overnight in 

San Jose before following the above 

itinerary until day 4 when guests 

transfer to the MS Caledonian Sky in 

Puerto Limon and embark. 



Price includes: Two night 

accommodation at El Establo Hotel 

in Monteverde on bed and breakfast 

basis, overnight accommodation at 

Real Intercontinental Hotel in San 

Jose on bed and breakfast basis, 

Trainforest Tour with typical Costa 

Rican lunch, Monteverde Cloud 

Forest Reserve, Hanging bridges of 

Selvatura tour with lunch, private airconditioned 

transportation, bilingual 

guides, entrance fees, Sarchi tour and 

lunch, dinner on days 1 and 2, airport 

transfer 

Not Included: meals not shown in 

itinerary, Costa Rica departure tax 

Squirrel Monkey 


Macaw 

Treetop Walkway

Atacama - The perfect desert 

Available as a pre-cruise extension in conjunction with Chile – Sailing South – 23rd to 27th November 2012 

Available as a post cruise extension in conjunction with From the Mountains to the Desert – 

27th November to 1st December 2012* 

Here is a wonderful 

opportunity to visit the 

remote and beautiful 

Atacama Desert, often referred to as 

the perfect desert. Parts of Atacama 

are so dry that no rainfall has ever 

been recorded. 

The Itinerary 

Day 1 - London to Santiago. Fly by 

scheduled flight via Madrid. 


and transfer to your first class hotel for 

an overnight stay. This afternoon enjoy 

a city tour. 

Day 3 - Santiago to San Pedro de 

Atacama. Fly early this morning by 

scheduled flight. On arrival transfer to 

your hotel at San Pedro de Atacama. 

This afternoon we visit a place with 

beautiful shapes and colours located 

8km from San Pedro de Atacama, 

where we can walk and enjoy a great 

geological spectacle that has been 

repeatedly compared with the surface 

of the moon, with its angular geology 

and rocks sculpted by millenniums of 

erosion. Visit the salt caverns before 

climbing the mayor sand dune where 

we can marvel at the kaleidoscope 

of colors that appear over the Andes 

at sunset. Return to San Pedro de 

Atacama this evening for dinner. 

Day 4 - Atacama Desert. Today we 

head to the Miñique and Miscanti, 

Altiplanics Lagoons, located at 138 

kms from San Pedro de Atacama and 

at 4.300 m.a.s.l. On the route we will 

see the impressive Licancabur volcano 

and some native trees such as the 

tamarugo and the chañar. We will visit 

little Toconao village, well known for 

its construction in Liparita, a volcanic 

stone quarried nearby. Close to the 

quarry is the Jerez valley, a stunning, 

green contrast to the surrounding 

desert landscape. Then we cross the 

small Socaire village and head to the 

Miñique and Miscanti, Altiplanics 

Lagoons, where we will be able to 

see and enjoy its beautiful colours 

and wild surroundings by hills and 

volcanoes. Time to walk around the 

lagoons. Then we start our trip back to 

San Pedro but before we visit the Salar 

de Atacama and the Chaxa Lagoon 

where we will see diferents birds and 

the flamingos. Return to San Pedro de 

Atacama for dinner. 

Day 5 - San Pedro de Atacama – 

Antofagasta. After breakfast in the 

hotel we transfer to Antofagasta to 

embark the MS Caledonian Sky. 

*Please note that when Atacama is 

taken as a post cruise extension in 

conjunction with ‘From the Mountains 

to the Desert’, the extension operates 

in the reverse direction and clients fly 

back to London from Santiago. 



Price includes: Three nights hotel 

accommodation as described with 

breakfast daily, dinner on days 3 and 4, 

excursions and transfers as described, 

local guides. 

Not Included: Travel insurance, 

gratuities. 

+44 (0)20 7752 0000 71 

Atacama - The perfect desert

2 Chester Close, Belgravia, London, SW1X 7BE 

+44 (0)20 7752 0000 | info@noble-caledonia.co.uk 

www.noble-caledonia.co.uk 

www.wilddogdesign.co.uk Printed January 2012

MS Caledonian Sky - Noble Caledonia

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