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JOURNEY THROUGH THE
ANCIENT WORLD
A VOYAGE OF DISCOVERY TO JORDAN, EGYPT,
CYPRUS & TURKEY ABOARD THE MS SERENISSIMA
WITH GUEST SPEAKER JEREMY PATERSON
29TH NOVEMBER TO 15TH DECEMBER 2021
Ad Deir Monastery, Petra Roman Basilica, Kourion
Antalya
Alanya
TURKEY
C ome with us on a journey through the Near East as we visit a wealth of treasures
including biblical landmarks, Byzantine settlements, Egyptian temples and tombs as
well as impressive Greek and Roman sites. With the aid of our Guest Speaker and local
CYPRUS guides, we will learn and reflect on the successive civilisations and a period of history
Limassol
spanning well over 2000 years.
MEDITERRANEAN
SEA
Our journey begins with a five day escorted tour of Jordan, which from the grandeur of Petra
to the desert sands of Wadi Rum and the mystical Dead Sea is a country steeped in history
Amman and awe inspiring beauty. Petra, a city set deep in the Edom mountains and lost to Western
‘civilisation’ for hundreds of years was hewn directly from the rock by the Nabataeans and is
Alexandria
Bethany
Dead
Sea
an amazing feat of engineering and construction. As you explore this vast and complex city,
Kerak
Suez ISRAEL
Canal Little Petra
whose wealth came from its proximity to the ancient Middle East trade routes, you cannot
Petra
Giza Cairo
Port Tawfiq
JORDAN
help but be impressed by the industry and sophistication of this ancient civilisation.
N il e
Aqaba
Wadi Rum
er
Riv
We embark the MS Serenissima in Aqaba for our twelve night voyage to Turkey’s coastal
EGYPT SAUDI
ARABIA city of Antalya beginning with time spent exploring the wonders of Egypt. See the great
Riv
temples of Karnak, the Valley of the Kings, the Pyramids of Giza and the Sphinx and
visit Cairo’s magnificent Egyptian Museum. Next will be our transit of the Suez Canal, a
er
Safaga
Nil e
RED SEA
highlight for many, followed by a visit to Alexandria from where there is the option to travel
out to the Western Desert to the Museum and graveyards of El Alamein.
Luxor
After a leisurely day at sea we arrive in Cyprus where from Limassol we visit the Temple
of Apollo and the ruins of Kourion with its Greco-Roman Theatre before continuing to the Turkish Riviera where we will explore
several ancient sites including Side, Perge and the Amphitheatre of Aspendos. This unusual itinerary offers a fascinating mix of
some of the world’s most impressive and historic sites, including the ‘Rose Red City’ of Petra, combined with time to relax on board
the MS Serenissima, enjoying good food and informative lectures in the company of just 95 fellow travellers.
Guest Speaker – Jeremy Paterson The Itinerary
Jeremy Paterson studied Classics and Ancient Day 1 London to Amman, Jordan. the seabed being rich in minerals.
History at Oxford, where he was also President of Fly by scheduled flight. Arrive in After lunch in the hotel restaurant we
the University Archaeological Society. Subsequently Amman this evening and transfer to will drive to Bethany, the site where
he was Craven Research Fellow at The British School our hotel in the Dead Sea area for our John the Baptist met and baptised
at Rome, where he studied the ancient Roman wine two night stay. Jesus Christ. The excavations
trade. For most of his career he taught Ancient History conducted at Bethany in Jordan
at Newcastle University, where he was also Dean of Day 2 Dead Sea & Bethany. Enjoy have uncovered a 1st century AD
Arts and chaired the University Teaching Committee. breakfast in the hotel and a leisurely settlement with plastered pools and
For many years he chaired the Primary Latin Project, morning. You may wish to swim or water systems that were used almost
‘Minimus’, which is successfully introducing Latin into primary schools. float in the Dead Sea which, at 423 certainly for mass baptisms, and a
His research interests include economic history, the ancient wine trade, metres below sea level is the lowest 6th century Byzantine settlement
Cicero, the court of the Roman emperor, the nature of power in the spot on earth. The high salt content with churches, a monastery and other
ancient world, and early Christianity. prevents the existence of any life structures most probably catering to
forms but is also believed to provide religious pilgrims. This evening we
healing properties with the mud on will meet for dinner at the hotel.
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Karnak Temple
Alanya harbour Qaitbey Fortress, Alexandria Bay
Ancient city of Perge
Day 3 Kerak & Little Petra. This Walk past the Obelisk Tomb and Aqaba and embarking the of the highlights you will see are the
morning we drive southward then through the Siq, the narrow 1.2 MS Serenissima this afternoon. great hypostyle hall with over 130
along the Dead Sea shore before kilometre gorge that leads to Petra’s columns some 22 metres high and
heading to the imposing Crusader most impressive monument, the Day 6 Aqaba. Spend a relaxing the obelisk of the powerful queen
stronghold of Kerak where we visit Treasury which was carved out of the morning in Aqaba. For those keen pharaoh Hatshepsut. We will have
the fortified castle which was built in pale reddish sandstone in the 1st to spend time in the Aqaba Marine some time to explore the souk
AD 1142 and had witnessed many century BC. Pass by the dozens of Park containing fringing reefs, before continuing to the Nile for a
battles between the Crusaders classical Nabatean ruins and tombs over 100 species of hard coral and short cruise including lunch. In the
and Saladin’s Muslim armies. See known as the Street of Facades, many species of fish, we will base afternoon we will board our coaches
the network of the dimly lit vaulted the remarkable 3000 seat Theatre, ourselves at one of the beaches and return to the MS Serenissima
rooms and long winding corridors, the Royal Tombs, the Colonnaded from where you can enjoy swimming in Safaga.
which lead into each other through Street, the Byzantine Church, the or snorkelling in the clear waters.
heavy arches and doorways. After Temple, the Monumental Arch and Alternatively explore the old town Day 9 At Sea. Spend the day on
our visit we continue our journey the mighty Qasr el-Bint Faroun. of Aqaba and take time to walk board as we sail through the Red
south to the rose-red city of Petra. After lunch amidst the ruins of Petra through the bustling souk. Return Sea and Gulf of Suez. Join one of
On the way we will stop at the you will have the option to return to to the ship for lunch and relax on our lectures or find a spot on deck
spectacular site of Little Petra, the hotel for an afternoon at leisure board as we spend the afternoon as we sail to Port Tawfiq where
where a modest gorge (Siq el-Barid) or stay and explore the site further sailing through the Gulf of Aqaba. we arrive this evening and moor
leads into the area of carved tombs independently. Those feeling active overnight.
and monuments. See the Painted may choose to climb about 900 Days 7 & 8 Safaga for Luxor, Egypt.
Cave which is believed to have steps up to the large, 1st century The port of Safaga will be our base Day 10 Port Tawfiq for Cairo. Today
been a shelter for a sect focused AD monument known as the for our overnight trip to Luxor. After is a full day tour dedicated to the
on Dionysus, the ancient Greek Monastery with its remarkable views driving through the desert our first capital city of Cairo. We visit the
god of wine, as it contains remains over Wadi Araba. Meet this evening call will be on the West Bank, one impressive Pyramids of Giza and
of Greek-style plaster artwork, for dinner. of the most famous and important the Sphinx, the only survivor of
quite unique for Petra, displaying archaeological sites in the world. the Seven Wonders of the Ancient
tangled vines and flowers with Day 5 Wadi Rum & Aqaba. This See the Valley of the Kings, burial World and the tombs of the great
brightly coloured birds and cupid- morning we will drive to Wadi Rum, ground of the pharaohs for a period Pharaohs and their queens. After
like figures. A kilometre further to also known as the Valley of the of 500 years. The tombs vividly lunch we visit the Egyptian Museum
the southwest of Siq el-Barid is Moon where the desert landscape depict the journey of the sun god with 107 halls that are separated
one of the region’s most important is mixed with awe-inspiring shapes and pharaoh through the dangers into seven sections. The museum
archaeological sites, the 6800 BC to create an almost supernatural of the underworld. In the temple of houses statues, jewels and treasures
Neolithic village of Beidha which atmosphere. We will embark on an Queen Hatshepsut you will discover of Tutankhamun. We will visit the
was inhabited, long before the adventurous excursion by a Bedouin scenes commemorating the reign Amarna Room and see the Fayoum
Nabateans, by the New Stone Age open top four-wheel drive vehicle. of this exceptional monarch such portraits and monuments from
people where over 60 stone-built We begin at the visitor centre from as the ambitious voyage where the later periods from the Greeks
structures have been discovered where there is a view in the distance she sent her ships on the Red Sea and the Romans. Return to the MS
among the ruins of this early of the Seven Pillars of Wisdom, the to the mysterious land of Punt. Serenissima for dinner this evening.
farming community. After our visit famous landmark named after the After our visit we transfer to our
we continue to our hotel where we book by T.E. Lawrence ‘Lawrence of hotel in Luxor for some time to Day 11 Suez Canal Transit. Spend
enjoy dinner this evening. Arabia’. During our excursion we will relax before meeting for dinner. the day in transit of the Suez Canal
also see the Alameleh inscriptions Our second day will include the and the Great Bitter Lake.
Day 4 Petra. After breakfast in which are a good example of temples of Karnak, one of the most
the hotel we will explore the ancient rock drawings, Siq Um Al memorable and popular historical Day 12 Alexandria. Our final day in
breathtaking Nabatean city of Petra Tawaqi, a short canyon containing a areas to visit in the world. Here you Egypt finds us in the Mediterranean
which was carved out of the rose- carving of the head of T.E. Lawrence will witness the unbelievably vast city of Alexandria. Here we have a
red sandstone about 2000 years ago and ruins of Allat (Goddess) Temple array of monuments dedicated to choice of excursions and you may
and has been voted as one of the of the AAD tribe. We will have Amun-Ra, king of the gods, his wife spend the day exploring Alexandria
New Seven Wonders of the World. lunch in the desert before driving to Mut and their son Khonsu. Just two with a visit to the new Library of
Post-cruise Istanbul Extension
Celsius, and the Archaeological views of the Taurus Mountains in the
Museum which contains recent east, then towards Incekum along
finds of Cleopatra’s palace. the Turkish Riviera to the west, 15th to 17th December 2021
Also see Pompey’s Pillar, the where we pass citrus and banana
Coptic Cathedral of St Mark, the plantations and visit Damlatas Cave
Istanbul
Catacombs, the Roman Theatre. which is a masterpiece of nature,
Finally take in the views from known for its curative effect on
the Citadel of Quit Bay, which asthma. Drive along the beautiful
stands where the famous Pharos Turkish Riviera towards the ancient
Lighthouse of Alexandria stood city of Side which was one of the
in antiquity. Alternatively take leading Pamphylian cities on the
a full day tour into the Western south coast of Anatolia. Visit the
Desert to visit the Museum and Grand Theatre, a perfect example
graveyards of El Alamein. of a Roman theatre built on vaults
on flat land. Walk through the town,
Day 13 Limassol, Cyprus. Spend view the old harbour and see the
the day at sea as we sail to Cyprus remains of the Apollo Temple.
arriving in Limassol in the early Return to the ship for lunch and
evening. Maybe take the chance spend the afternoon at leisure
for an after dinner stroll in the exploring the town of Alanya with
town. its Medieval fort perched on a rocky
peninsula.
Day 14 Limassol. From our berth For those who wish to spend some time discovering Istanbul after
we take a morning tour which will Day 16 Antalya. Today we explore disembarking the MS Serenissima we are offering a two night hotel
include the Temple of Apollo, the principal Roman ruins along extension with included sightseeing.
The Itinerary
one of the main religious centres Turkey’s southern coast. We pass
of ancient Cyprus where Apollo the modern city of Antalya en-route
was worshipped as God of the to the ancient city of Perge which Day 1 Antalya to Istanbul, Turkey. Disembark after breakfast and
Woodlands. It seems that the dates back to 1000 BC and was transfer to the airport for our scheduled flight to Istanbul. On arrival
worship of Apollo on this site founded by Mopsus and Calchas we will have lunch before heading to the impressive Topkapi Palace,
began as early as the 8th century after their retreat from Troy. See a complex of buildings and annexes that was used as the Imperial
BC and continued until the 4th the Basilica of Perge, which played residence of the Ottoman Sultans for nearly 400 years. Since 1924 it has
century AD. We will continue an important role in the spread of been preserved as a museum, and it is noted for its beautiful shaded
to the ruins of Kourion, a city Christianity, the 2nd century AD courtyards and elegant architecture. This afternoon we check in to our
built in 1200 BC. Of particular stadium, the baths complex and hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure. (B, L)
interest are the public baths, the two magnificent round towers of
necropolis, the Fountain House, the Greek Gate. We drive further Day 2 Istanbul. After breakfast at the hotel we start our exploration
House of Gladiators and House east for a visit to Aspendos, whose of Istanbul at the Hippodrome, the centre of civic life in the capital of
of Achilles. The most spectacular amphitheatre built in the 2nd the Ottoman Empire and the site of speeches, chariot races, and riots.
site at Kourion is the Greco-Roman century AD is considered the best Next, visit the nearby Blue Mosque, named for its glorious 17th century
Theatre that has been completely preserved in the Mediterranean. painted tiles; and the Hagia Sophia, first a Byzantine patriarchal basilica,
restored and is used today for After lunch in a local restaurant later an imperial mosque and today a museum. Known for its massive
open air musical and theatrical either return to the ship or make a domed roof and colourful mosaics, this structure is widely regarded
performances. The afternoon is stop in the city to visit the excellent as the world’s finest example of Byzantine architecture. A short walk
free for independent exploration. Archaeological Museum. brings us to the Basilica Cistern, which dates back to the 6th century
and is supported by 336 Corinthian columns making it one of the most
Day 15 Alanya, Turkey. Arrive this Day 17 Antalya to London. magnificent covered cisterns in Istanbul. Return to the hotel for an
morning in Turkey and the pretty Disembark this morning and afternoon at leisure before we meet for dinner this evening. (B, D)
port of Alanya. After breakfast we transfer to the airport for our
will drive through the town, with scheduled flight to London via Day 3 Istanbul to London. After breakfast we transfer to the airport for
Istanbul. our scheduled flight to London. (B)
PRICES PER PERSON Blue Mosque
Based on double occupancy
SPECIAL OFFER – SAVE £200 PER PERSON
FOR A LIMITED TIME ONLY
Cat Cabin Description Brochure Price Special Offer Price
2 £7195
Standard Stateroom £6995
3 Classic Stateroom £7395 £7195
4 £7795
Superior Stateroom £7595
5 Deluxe Stateroom £8295 £8095
6 £8795
Junior Suite £8595
7 Owner’s Suite £9295 £9095
8 £9695
Serenissima Suite £9495
10 Standard Single £8195 £7995
PRICE INCLUDES: Economy class scheduled air travel • 12 nights PRICES PER PERSON
aboard the MS Serenissima on a full board basis • House wine, Based on double occupancy
beer and soft drinks with lunch and dinner on board • Overnight
Twin: £595 Single: £745
hotel accommodation in Luxor with breakfast • Four nights hotel
accommodation in Jordan with breakfast • Lunch & dinner daily Price Includes: Two nights accommodation in Istanbul, meals as indicated
• Noble Caledonia onboard team including Guest Speaker • Shore (B - Breakfast, L - Lunch, D - Dinner), Noble Caledonia Tour Manager,
excursions • Gratuities • Transfers • Port taxes. excursions, gratuities, transfers.
Not Included: Travel insurance.
Not Included: Travel insurance, Egyptian visa, Jordanian visa.
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Harald Jarl Lounge Venice Restaurant Andrea Lounge
The charming MS Serenissima began her career as the Harald Jarl, cruising the Norwegian coastline and fjords.
Since 2003, when she was extensively renovated, she has been operating as a classic cruise ship. Previously
known as the MS Andrea, she was upgraded again in 2013 and started her new life as the MS Serenissima.
With her small size she can navigate into small, remote ports inaccessible to the big cruise ships and
appears an impressive sight when moored. With her fleet of Zodiacs, she is capable of both destination
and expedition cruising.
Your Cabin/Suite
Accommodating no more than 95 passengers, there are eight different with hot and cold dishes available. Dinner is served à la carte and is four
grades of cabins arranged over five decks, and all feature either courses, except at the Captain’s Dinner, which is a six course affair. Where
windows or portholes. The cabins are attractively designed for comfort possible, local produce is sourced for an authentic dining experience. A
and convenience. All cabins are fully air conditioned with an en-suite choice of red or white wine, beer and soft drinks is included at lunch and
bathroom with shower (please note cabins 601 - 605 and 507 have a dinner. In good weather there are al fresco dining facilities available and tea
bath with shower attachment) and a selection of toiletries in addition and coffee are available around the clock in the Andrea Lounge.
to a hairdryer, robes and slippers. All cabins come equipped with
telephone, flat screen television, safety deposit box and other thoughtful Your Space
appointments. Refillable water bottles are available in all cabins for use The facilities on board include two lounges – the larger Andrea Lounge
on board. Due to the very nature of the ship, the cabins vary in shape is comfortable and spacious and the smaller Harald Jarl Lounge is more
and size, adding to the vessel’s overall charm. intimate. There is also a small library and Wi-Fi is available at an extra
cost throughout the vessel. The outside areas really are something
Your Dining special. A spacious observation deck allows 360 degree views of the
The free seating Venice Restaurant passing scenery. From here, step down to the lido area with Jacuzzi
accommodates all guests in one sitting and outside bar. The covered seating area at the back of Deck 6 is ideal
and, with its Deck 5 location, all of the for relaxing with a drink in hand. Perhaps, one of the best known and
tables benefit from great views. The loved features of this vessel is its unique style. During the major refit in
picture windows also make the restaurant Sweden the then owners commissioned Swedish interior designers to
wonderfully light and airy. Breakfast is served create a country house style which has recently been updated with some
buffet-style with cooked dishes available and Art Deco styling which works particularly well on a vessel of this vintage,
eggs to order by the ship’s accomplished providing intimacy and a classic nautical sensibility often lacking in
chef. Lunch is also served buffet-style larger vessels.
MS SERENISSIMA DECK PLAN & CABINS
DECK 7
DECKDECK
7 7 704
704 702
702
BRIDGE
BRIDGE
702
704 702
703
703 704
BRIDGE
BRIDGE
701
701
703 703 701
701
COVERED SEATING AREA
DECK 6 COVERED SEATING AREA
DECK 6
6 COVERED
6 COVERED
SEATING AREA
SEATING
TENDERAREA
TENDER ZODIAC
DECKDECK ZODIAC
604 602
604 602
TENDERTENDER ZODIACZODIAC
604 604 PRIVATE
602 602
PRIVATE
SERENISSIMA SUITE
605 603 601 WALKWAY (25 square metres)
605 603 601 WALKWAY
TENDER
TENDER ZODIAC PRIVATE
PRIVATE
ZODIAC
605 605
603 603 601 601WALKWAYWALKWAY
TENDERTENDER ZODIACZODIAC
RECEPTION
DECK 5 RECEPTION
DECK 5 RECEPTION
RECEPTION
HARALD
DECKDECK
5 5 ANDREA
HARALD
LOUNGE
ANDREA
LOUNGE BAR
LOUNGE
VENICE
HARALD JARL
BAR
HARALD JARL
LOUNGE ANDREA
ANDREA VENICE
RESTAURANT
LOUNGE
LOUNGE
LOUNGE
LOUNGE RESTAURANT BAR BAR
VENICE
JARL
VENICE FITNESS
JACUZZI
JARL
507 505 503 501 RESTAURANT
RESTAURANT
507 JACUZZI FITNESS
ROOM
505 503 501 ROOMFITNESS
FITNESS
507 507 JACUZZI
JACUZZI
DECK 4 505 505
503 503
501 501 ROOMROOM
DECK 4
418 412 410
DECKDECK
4 4
424 414 408 406
422
420
424
418
414
412 410 408 406 404 402
419419422
412 410
417417420
418 418 412 410 408 408 404
406 402
406
424 424 414 414
419 422
422
420
404 402
417 420
404 402
421 409 407 405 403
401
421 409 407 401
419
403
417
421 421
409
405
407
409 407
405 405 403 403
401 401 OWNER’S SUITE
(22 square metres)
DECK 3 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 304
DECK 3 322 320 318 316 314 312 310 308 306 308 304 302
DECKDECK
3 3 322 322 320
320 316 312
318 318 316 314 314 310
312 308
310
306 306
H 304302304
301 302 302
H303 H
305 H
321 319 317 315 313 311 309 307 301 301
303 301
321 319 307 307305 305 305303 303
321 321
319 319
317 315 313 311 309 311 309 307
317 317 315 311
315 313 313 309
STANDARD STATEROOM DELUXE STATEROOM SERENISSIMA SUITE
STANDARD STATEROOM DELUXE STATEROOM
DELUXE STATEROOM SERENISSIMA
DELUXE SUITE
STANDARD
STANDARD
CLASSIC
STATEROOM
STATEROOM
STATEROOM JUNIOR SUITE STATEROOM STANDARD SERENISSIMA
SINGLE SUITESUITE
SERENISSIMA
CLASSIC STATEROOM
CLASSIC
CLASSIC STATEROOM
STATEROOM JUNIOR SUITE
JUNIOR
JUNIOR SUITESUITE STANDARD SINGLE
STANDARD
STANDARD SINGLE
SINGLE
SUPERIOR STATEROOM OWNER’S SUITE
SUPERIOR SUPERIOR
STATEROOM
SUPERIOR STATEROOM
STATEROOM OWNER’S OWNER’S
SUITE
OWNER’S SUITESUITE
NB. Please note cabin sizes vary in each category and measurements shown are approximate. JUNIOR SUITE
(21 square metres)
DELUXE STATEROOM SUPERIOR STATEROOM CLASSIC STATEROOM
(15 to 25 square metres) (11.5 to 18 square metres) (14 to 19 square metres)
STANDARD STATEROOM STANDARD SINGLE Lido Deck
(10 to 11.5 square metres) (7 to 12.5 square metres)
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