Northbound Voyage from South Africa

Ship: Astor • Departs: Cape Town • Sail Date: Friday 18th Apr 2014 • Duration: 23 nights
Cruise Code: A452

Twin Inner from: £2209pp £1659pp

Twin Ocean View from: £3409pp £2559pp

Escape to Islands in the Sun

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Experience the voyage of a lifetime, cruising onboard ASTOR to London in 2014 via the iconic Cape of Good Hope.

Cape Town is a picturesque city with the majestic Table Mountain visible from almost any vantage point. A trip to the summit by cable car offers breath taking views of the city and coastline . A stopover in Walvis Bay, Namibia gives you the perfect opportunity to discover the spectacular wetlands intrinsic to the survival of thousands of migratory birds. Arriving by ship into the isolated island of Jamestown, St Helena is a remarkable experience as you journey into the regions unique legacy as the island where Napoleon was exiled by the British and died. The next two stops are Georgetown in the Ascension Islands famous for sportfishing and Porto Grande a trading port.

Tenerife is the largest of the volcanic Canary Islands where you can explore the vibrant streets and surrounds of Santa Cruz. Lisbon, Portugal will delight you - don’t forget to book the optional tour of the old city of Lisbon. Astor’s next port of call is at le Havre, France. Among the shore tours offered will be a tour to Paris, as well tours to the Normandy Region of France. After an unforgettable voyage on Astor, you will arrive in Harwich UK, just in time for the start of the European Summer.

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Of the Northbound Voyage from South Africa Cruise

Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
18/04/14	Cape Town (South Africa)	0800	2359	Click for more informationto hide
	The jewel of SouthAfrica’s coastline,CapeTown is a citywith the most recognisable profile.The backdrop of Table Mountain gives it its distinct and proud signature.With a day to explore,why not try the cable car trip upTable Mountain, gowine-tasting in nearby Paarl or Stellenbosch (world-class vintages guaranteed) or soak up some of the great botanical gardens.
19/04/14	At Sea	-	-
20/04/14	At Sea	-	-
21/04/14	Walvis Bay (Nambia)	0800	2000	Click for more informationto hide
	Walvis Bay is the gateway to the spectacular lunar landscape of theNamibian desert and is also a birdwatchers paradise home to many colourful species of birds and literally thousands of flamingos. Once known asGerman South West Africa,Namibia reflects a wide range of influences during its earlier chequered history.
22/04/14	At Sea	-	-
23/04/14	At Sea	-	-
24/04/14	At Sea	-	-
25/04/14	Jamestown (St. Helena)	0800	1400	Click for more informationto hide
	This fascinating former 17th century British colony is accessible only by sea and is one of themost rugged and individual outposts on theworld cruise scene. It is easy to explore the quaint capital, Jamestown, on foot, while optional tours can showyou its extremes of countryside, fromwind-eroded desert tomountainous cliffs.
26/04/14	At Sea	-	-
27/04/14	Georgetown (Ascension Island)	1300	2000	Click for more informationto hide
	This Atlantic outcrop is another treat to visit by sea. Capital Georgetown(population,approx 560) is even more small-scale than Jamestown and was first occupied in 1815. Its airfield was built by US forces during WorldWar II and the main importance of the island has been as a communications centre andmilitary base.
28/04/14	At Sea	-	-
29/04/14	Crossing the Equator	-	-
30/04/14	At Sea	-	-
01/05/14	At Sea	-	-
02/05/14	Porto Grande, Mindelo (Cape Verde Islands)	0800	1700	Click for more informationto hide
	The capital of Sao Vicente, Mindelo nestles at the foot of two extinct volcanoes and is built around a large, natural deep-water harbour. It rose to prominence in the 19th century when the British established a coaling station to support the steam ships. Today Mindelo is the cultural capital of Cape Verde. It has an attractive city centre with charming colonial buildings, cobbled streets and many cafes. The old town, which sits directly on the ocean, has a distinctly African character and is home to the colonial Nossa Senhora da Luz church.
04/05/14	Crossing the Tropic of Cancer	-	-
05/05/14	Santa Cruz deTenerife, Tenerife (Spain)	0800	1400	Click for more informationto hide
	The largest of the Canary Islands, Tenerife is dominated by Mount Teide in the central mountain range and several spectacular valleys covered with lush landscape, banana plantations and pinewoods. Santa Cruz, the island's capital, offers a number of museums, and churches to explore together with tempting shops and restaurants. The exotic gardens of Garcia Sanabria Park are worth a visit as is Loro Parque, with its tropical gardens, collection of parrots, and an aquarium with sharks, sealions and penguins.
06/05/14	At Sea	-	-
07/05/14	Lisbon (Portugal)	1300	1900	Click for more informationto hide
	Lying on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the River Tagus, Lisbon is the westernmost capital in Europe. It was from here that the great caravels set sail on their voyages of exploration and numerous monuments are a reminder Lisbon’s glorious maritime heyday. In 1775 a devastating earthquake all but levelled the city to the ground, and although relatively modern, the Portuguese capital has a quirky charm and much character. The steep, cobbled streets of the ancient Moorish Alfama district lead to wonderful viewpoints looking over the city. Further along the coast the elegant resorts of Cascais and Estoril stud Portugal’s own Riviera.
08/05/14	At Sea	-	-
09/05/14	At Sea	-	-
10/05/14	Le Havre (France)	0800	1800
11/05/14	Harwich (United Kingdom)	0730	-	Click for more informationto hide
	Harwich International Port, Parkeston, Harwich, Essex, CO12 4SR. Easy access to London’s four airports, in particular Stansted, just 50 miles away. Good road links. Rail services take passengers literally to the door of the cruise terminal. Further information can be found on their website: http://www.greateranglia.co.uk.

Note: In the event of adverse weather/sea conditions that prevent the ship from calling at one of the scheduled ports, alternative arrangements will be made where possible.

Land by launch or tender
Viewing Only
* Technical call (independent passengers may not go ashore)

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Cat.	Description	Full Fare	Saver Fare	Saving	Availability
1	Four Berth Inner	£1899	£1429	£470	Sold out	Wait List
2	Four Berth Oceanview	£3079	£2309	£770	Sold out	Wait List
IG	Voyager Inner Guarantee	£2209	£1659	£550	Sold out	Wait List
3	Standard Twin Inner	£2349	£1769	£580	Last few	Book Now
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5	Single Inner	£3349	£2509	£840	Sold out	Wait List
OG	Voyager Oceanview Guarantee	£3409	£2559	£850	Last few	Book Now
6	Standard Twin Oceanview	£3549	£2659	£890	Last few	Book Now
7	Standard Plus Twin Oceanview	£3809	£2859	£950	Last few	Book Now
8	Superior Twin Oceanview	£4079	£3059	£1020	Last few	Book Now
9	Premium Twin Oceanview	£4549	£3409	£1140	Last few	Book Now
10	Single Oceanview	£5679	£4259	£1420	Sold out	Wait List
11	Superior Suite Inner	£3949	£2969	£980	Last few	Book Now
SG	Voyager Suite Oceanview	£5279	£3969	£1310	Last few	Book Now
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DS	Deluxe Suite Oceanview	£6219	£4669	£1550	Last few	Book Now
S	Senator Suite	£8689	£6519	£2170	Sold out	Wait List
AS	Astor Suite	£9349	£7019	£2330	Sold out	Wait List