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Serenity, Cruise 9320 ex Istanbul to Venice
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Itinerary
Itinerary for Crystal Serenity departing Monday, 14 September 2009
| Day | Ports of call |
Arrives |
Departs |
| Day 1 | Istanbul, Turkey | Embark | overnight | | Day 2 | Istanbul, Turkey | | 9.00pm | | Day 4 | Kusadasi, Turkey | 8.00am | Midnight | | Day 5 | Patmos, Greece | 8.00am | 5.00pm | | Day 6 | Athens (Piraeus) Greece | 8.00am | 5.00pm | | Day 7 | Monemvasia, Greece | 8.00am | 6.00pm | | Day 8 | Santorini, Greece | 8.00am | 5.00pm | | Day 10 | Sarande, Albania | 8.00am | 5.00pm | | Day 11 | Dubrovnik, Croatia | 8.00am | 6.00pm | | Day 12 | Venice, Italy | 4.00pm | overnight | | Day 13 | Venice, Italy | | Disembark |
Description
12 Night Cruise sailing from Istanbul to Venice aboard Crystal Serenity.
12 Night Cruise sailing from Istanbul to Venice aboard Crystal Serenity.
Crystal Serenity joined the Crystal Fleet in July 2003 and raised the already lofty standards of Crystal Cruises to even greater heights. She offers an expanded space-to-guest ratio (62.9) than her spacious sister ships. Her elegantly appointed staterooms are all outside, over 85% with private verandahs, and all offer completely unobstructed views, thanks to a unique recessed lifeboat design. Onboard amenities include grand lounges, five separate and distinctive evening dining venues, a Caesars Palace at Sea casino, a lavish spa, two paddle tennis courts and award-winning entertainment.
Highlights of this cruise include:
Istanbul
For poets, Istanbul, next to Venice and Rome is the loveliest city in Europe and one of the most splendid in Asia. It is the only city in the world spread over two continents, separated by the Bosphorus.
Istanbul was founded by Greek scouts in 660 BC and later became capital of the Roman, Byzantine and Ottoman empires. With its 3,000 years of history behind, it has always been the meeting point of East and West.
It is a city filled with wonders of architecture and monuments to the faiths that inspired them. Formerly known as Byzantium, then Constantinople, its mosques, minarets and museums span two continents where the Bosphorus divides Asia from Europe. This strategic position has assured Istanbul's status as a crossroads for trade and cultural exchange during the centuries.
Must-see attractions include the dazzling treasury in Topkapi Palace and exquisite buildings of timeless beauty such as the Blue Mosque and Basilica of St. Sophia.
Even those who are not avid shoppers will be enticed by the colorful sights and sounds of the world's largest bazaar.
Athens
Piraeus is Greece's largest port and has been a gateway to the Mediterranean since 482 BC. It lies on the innermost point of the Saronic Gulf and is a short drive from Athens, the cradle of Western democracy and culture.
Throughout the ages, Athens' lofty Acropolis has been a source of inspiration. The ancient ruins scattered throughout this legendary city are reminders of Greece's great cultural heritage.
Venice
Venice rests three miles off the coast of mainland Italy and is considered one of the world's most enchanting cities. Known as the "Queen of the Adriatic," it actually comprises more than 100 separate islands. Laced together by a string of 400 intricate bridges, Venice is legendary for its labyrinthine network of canals.
A whimsical stroll through the city can lead one to a hidden world of ornately decorated piazzas and shops. As you explore colorful marketplaces and busy town squares, marvel at a priceless legacy of Baroque architecture. Admire the richness of St. Mark's Basilica and the lavishness of the Palazzo Ducale. Getting lost in Venice can be a truly delightful experience. The place of dreams, this romantic city will live long in your memory.
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