Cruising the Canary Islands and Madeira, Morocco and Gibraltar
Date: April 7 to 15, 2009
Price: From approximately $3,040 CAD per person* (plus airfare)
Activity Level: Moderate
Weather: 15°C (seasonal average)
For reservations: 1-800-922-3088
Tour Operator: Thomas Gohagan Travel
University of Ottawa Alumni and Friends Booked:
*PP/DO: per person/double occupancy
Journey along sea routes once plied by Phoenician triremes and Roman galleys to the sun-washed Canary Islands, the verdant isle of Madeira, the fabled coast of Morocco, and the fortress-like bastion of Gibraltar. Admire the Spanish-Colonial architecture and dramatic scenery of the islands of Tenerife and La Palma, formed millions of years ago through the activity of submarine volcanoes. On the verdant paradise of Madeira, taste the island’s full-bodied namesake wine and view the stunning cliffs of Cabo Girão. Discover the exotic allure of cosmopolitan Casablanca, stroll through the lanes of imperial Rabat, and explore the storied British Crown Colony of Gibraltar, “Gateway to the Mediterranean.” Throughout your voyage, travel aboard the exclusively chartered m.s. Le Diamant, a deluxe vessel that provides a memorable small-ship experience. You may enhance your travel experience with an exclusive Madrid Pre-Program Option and a Post-Program Option featuring the Moorish monuments of Granada and Seville.
THIS TRAVEL PROGRAM INCLUDES
On board the deluxe m.s. Le Diamant
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Seven-night cruise from Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, Canary Islands, Spain, to Málaga, Spain, with port calls at Santa Cruz de Tenerife and Santa Cruz de La Palma, Canary Islands; Funchal, Madeira, Portugal; Casablanca and Rabat, Morocco; and the British Crown Colony of Gibraltar.
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Spacious and elegant deluxe outside stateroom with private bathroom facilities and air conditioning.
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Captain’s welcome and farewell receptions.
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All meals - Continental buffet breakfast, buffet lunch, afternoon tea and dinner—throughout the cruise, featuring Continental cuisine served at single, unassigned seating.
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Complimentary house wine, beer, soft drinks, mineral water, coffee and tea included with lunch and dinner.
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Morning excursion to Tenerife's scenic wilderness of the Parque Nacional del Teide, known for its distinctive landforms and vegetation.
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Afternoon tour of Laguna, Tenerife, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Excursion on La Palma, including a visit to the shrine of the Madonna of the Snow and panoramic vistas from the Mirador la Concepción and the Mirador la Cumbrecita.
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Excursion in Funchal, highlighted by a toboggan ride and visits to a Madeira wine lodge and an authentic embroidery workshop.
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Tour of Madeira Island, featuring the fishing village of Camara de Lobos, a favourite retreat of Sir Winston Churchill, and the stunning cliff of Cabo Girão.
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Visit to the cosmopolitan Moroccan city of Casablanca and tour of the 12th-century imperial capital of Rabat.
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Excursion in the British crown colony of Gibraltar, featuring visits to St. Michael’s Cave, “the Top of the Rock” and the Great Siege Tunnels.
And to enhance your travel experience, we will also provide:
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All transfers and luggage handling abroad for all participants who have purchased their air tickets through Gohagan & Company and whose arrival(s)/departure(s) coincide with the scheduled group transfer(s).
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All excursions and visits, as outlined in the itinerary, with experienced local guides.
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Gratuities to local guides and drivers.
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Hospitality desk aboard the m.s. Le Diamant.
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A Travel Director to accompany you throughout the travel program.
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Travel document wallet, name badge and pre-departure information.
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Automatic $250,000 flight insurance policy for each participant ticketed on flights by Thomas P. Gohagan & Company.