61 NIGHT Africa CRUISE
Sun Feb 9th 2025
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Itinerary Summary
Cape Town/S. AFRICA, Durban/S. AFRICA, Richards Bay/S. AFRICA (Overnight), Port Elizabeth/S. AFRICA (Overnight), Mossel Bay/S. AFRICA, Cape Town/S. AFRICA (Overnight), Cape Town/S. AFRICA (Overnight), Luderitz/NAMIBIA , Walvis Bay/NAMIBIA (Overnight), Jamestown, Banjul/GAMBIA , Dakar/SENEGAL , Gran Canaria (Overnight), Tenerife, Liverpool, Funchal/PORTUGAL (Overnight), Agadir/MOROCCO, Casablanca/MOROCCO , Gibraltar, Seville/SPAIN, Lisbon/PORTUGAL (Overnight), Lisbon/PORTUGAL (Overnight), Seville/SPAIN (Overnight), Seville/SPAIN (Overnight), Gibraltar, Granada/SPAIN, Valencia/SPAIN (Overnight), Palma/SPAIN, Barcelona/SPAIN (Overnight), Barcelona/SPAIN (Overnight), Palamos/SPAIN, Marseille/FRANCE, Nice/FRANCE (Overnight), Ajaccio, Rome/ITALY (Overnight)
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Itinerary

Day 1 : Cape Town/S. AFRICA

-- - 6:00 pm

One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.

Day 2 : At Sea

Day 3 : Port Elizabeth/S. AFRICA

7:00 am - 7:30 pm

Along the eastern coast of Africa, you will find the most beautiful city known to man-kind. This dominating tourist attraction stands alone in superiority among the hearts of its past visitors. This friendly city is known for many of its exceptional historical architecture and the allurement of its sites. Within sight of the Algoa Bay lies Port Elizabeth, engulfed in captivating serene country sides.

Dating back to 1820, Port Elizabeth became the country's first permanent British resident. A crew of 4,000 British Settlers that arrived by sea found this city. Port Elizabeth acquired her name from the late wife Elizabeth of the Acting Governor of Cape Colony, Sir Rufane Donkin. This Gateway city to the Eastern Cape is composed of a population over one million, which appoints this city as the fifth largest by population and second largest by area. Port Elizabeth plays an imperative role in the economical growth and well-being of South Africa. This role includes the contribution of the automobile industry for transportation and things such as keeping airports well equipped, port and harbor integrating South Africa with international and national destinations.

Such a beautiful sight to see contains alluring sites such as The Oceanarium, which is known for the notorious Dolphin and seal spectacle, the dolphin research centre, underwater observation area in the aquarium, two larger tanks of sharks and stingrays, and 40 different species of bony fish. The ideal weather in this city provides the perfect atmosphere for water sports. Within this utopian city lie extraordinary findings so we won't dare expose all of its possessions.

Day 4 : East London/S. AFRICA

8:00 am - 2:30 pm

Between the Buffalo River and the Nahoon River lies East London with the Gonubie River flowing directly around it. East London is South Africa's only river port and is also well known for being the Gateway to The Wild Coast and The Sunshine Coast. This beautiful city is situated in a serene surrounding with subtropical vegetation and sensational coastline that adds to the utmost allurement of the city. East London's economic growth is based around its key industries, which are textiles, motor assembly, and electronics just to name a few. The city's harbour can be viewed from its two great bridges. The overall atmosphere in East London is usually sunny and ideal. During the winter months it is usually mild, considering the presence of snow in the lower-lying areas, on the Cape and Natal on the mountain ranges. The winter climate my experience hasty cold spells conditions.

This wonderful city is also well known for the 200,000 year old Nahoon Fossil footprint found on the Nahoon beach in Bats Cave. This discovery is the oldest homo-sapiens footprint known to science. Another major attraction would be The German Settler's Museum, which commemorates the arrival of more than 2,000 German women, men, and children in 1858/9. These 2,000 odd people were the fertilizer that expanded the settlement to what it is today.

During your visit feel free to take part in a diving excursion of the estimated 150 ships that have been wrecked since 1847. These ships lie just past the East London Coast about five kilometer radius of the Buffalo Harbour. The only wrecked ship in sight would be the "Orient" that is visible during low tide from the Orient Beach. If you're interested in this under sea adventure, please inquire at the Pollock's Sports Shop. Along with diving, East London also offers sports facilities for golf; rugby, hockey, and tennis just to name a few. This city also accommodates a couple annual events directly in East London.

Day 5 : At Sea

Day 6 : Maputo/MOZAMBIQUE

8:00 am - 2:00 pm

Day 7 : Richards Bay/S. AFRICA

9:00 am - 9:00 pm

In the province of KwaZulu-Natal.

Day 8 : Durban/S. AFRICA

7:30 am - 10:00 pm

African and Oriental cultures merge harmoniously in the cosmopolitan city of Durban. Zulu rickshaw drivers beckon passengers along Durban's Marine Parade. Silks and gold-threaded saris tempt visitors at the Oriental Arcades. In addition to golden beaches, Durban offers a fascinating history. It is also gateway to Zululand, where the drumbeat of tribal dancing is testimony to the enduring traditions of the Zulus. A visit to Shakaland is an experience of tribal customs.

Day 9 : At Sea

Day 10 : At Sea

Day 11 : Cape Town/S. AFRICA

9:30 am - --

One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.

Day 12 : Cape Town/S. AFRICA

-- - 6:00 pm

One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.

Day 12 : Cape Town/S. AFRICA

7:00 am - --

One of the world's most scenic harbors, the "Mother City" has welcomed sailors since Portuguese navigators first rounded the Cape of Good Hope in the 15th century. Take a cable car ride to the summit of massive, flat-topped Table Mountain, the city's dominating landmark, for a panoramic view of the Cape from 3,300 feet. At nearby Stellenbosch, the university town famous for its Cape Dutch architecture, sip crisp local vintages at one of the well-known wine estates.

Day 13 : At Sea

Day 14 : Luderitz/NAMIBIA

8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Day 15 : Walvis Bay/NAMIBIA

1:00 pm - --

Walvis Bay is an outpost on the empty stretch of Southwest Africa they call the Skeleton Coast. It was named for the whales once hunted here. Behind the town is the Namib Desert with trackless dunes inhabited by hardy, exotic desert plants and, now and then, a hungry lion or a ghostly herd of elephants. There is only one road, and it leads to Windhoek, Namibia's capital.

Day 16 : Walvis Bay/NAMIBIA

-- - 6:00 pm

Walvis Bay is an outpost on the empty stretch of Southwest Africa they call the Skeleton Coast. It was named for the whales once hunted here. Behind the town is the Namib Desert with trackless dunes inhabited by hardy, exotic desert plants and, now and then, a hungry lion or a ghostly herd of elephants. There is only one road, and it leads to Windhoek, Namibia's capital.

Day 17 : At Sea

Day 18 : At Sea

Day 19 : At Sea

Day 20 : Banjul/GAMBIA

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

Day 21 : Dakar/SENEGAL

7:30 am - 6:00 pm

The capital of Senegal on the tip of Western Africa is a modern town with a charming colonial center known for its handicrafts, textiles, silver-work and beaches. Watch the local fishermen or take a trip to see the beautiful African hinterland.

Day 22 : At Sea

Day 23 : Gran Canaria

6:00 am - 8:00 pm

Day 23 : Gran Canaria

7:00 am - --

Day 24 : Tenerife

8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Day 25 : Liverpool

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Day 26 : Funchal/PORTUGAL

1:00 pm - --

This is a city of incredible lights and sights, a place of dreamy sunsets and gorgeous scenery.The wildlife is remarkable, and the museums are outstanding.Although Funchal is quite built up, the surrounding area is remote and made up of dense jungle.

Day 27 : Funchal/PORTUGAL

-- - 10:00 pm

This is a city of incredible lights and sights, a place of dreamy sunsets and gorgeous scenery.The wildlife is remarkable, and the museums are outstanding.Although Funchal is quite built up, the surrounding area is remote and made up of dense jungle.

Day 28 : At Sea

Day 29 : Agadir/MOROCCO

7:30 am - 1:30 pm

Across the river from the gleaming new town of Agadir is ancient Taroudant, where you can meander within old city walls and see merchants selling handicrafts, fashioned by centuries-old methods. Follow caravan trails south along the coast; a view of Berber life awaits in the pink-walled town of Tiznit.

Day 30 : Casablanca/MOROCCO

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

The economic capital of Morocco and the second largest city in Africa, Casablanca is an exotic blend of African, Arabian and European cultures. White-washed houses and peaceful mosques line the narrow streets of ancient Medina, the original Arab Section. Nearby, souks hum with the activity of contented shoppers bargaining for fine leather and handicrafts. The Ain Daib quarter in the southern part of the city boasts a strand of oceanfront resorts and restaurants set along the beach. Visit the mysterious "pink" city of Marrakech with its famed market and snake-charmers.

Day 31 : Gibraltar

1:00 pm - 10:00 pm

One of the "Pillars of Hercules," Gibraltar is an historic landmark with British and Spanish influences. Guarding the entrance to the Atlantic, the great rock still serves as Britain's threshold to the Mediterranean. Take a cable car to the top of the rock for a spectacular view of two continents as well as the famous Barbary apes.

Day 32 : Seville/SPAIN

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Founded by Phoenicians in 1100 B.C., Cádiz may be the oldest continuously occupied city in the West. The Cathedral's gold dome dates from 1722, when New World treasures flowed here. But is also the gateway to the Moorish marvels of Seville: the Alcazar and Giralda Tower, the fountains and palaces of Maria Luisa Park, and the great Cathedral, whose altar is decorated with 4,000 pounds of gold from the Americas!

Day 33 : Lisbon/PORTUGAL

1:00 pm - --

Lisbon is many cities, from the cobbled alleys of the Alfama district to the broad Parisian style avenues at its heart. View it all from the heights of St. George's Castle. Belem's Monument to the Discoveries recalls the seafaring past, while nearby Sintra's storybook palaces, and the seaside resort of Caiscais, have different tales to tell.

Day 34 : Lisbon/PORTUGAL

-- - 6:00 pm

Lisbon is many cities, from the cobbled alleys of the Alfama district to the broad Parisian style avenues at its heart. View it all from the heights of St. George's Castle. Belem's Monument to the Discoveries recalls the seafaring past, while nearby Sintra's storybook palaces, and the seaside resort of Caiscais, have different tales to tell.

Day 34 : Lisbon/PORTUGAL

7:00 am - --

Lisbon is many cities, from the cobbled alleys of the Alfama district to the broad Parisian style avenues at its heart. View it all from the heights of St. George's Castle. Belem's Monument to the Discoveries recalls the seafaring past, while nearby Sintra's storybook palaces, and the seaside resort of Caiscais, have different tales to tell.

Day 35 : Portimao/PORTUGAL

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Day 36 : Seville/SPAIN

4:00 pm - --

Day 37 : Seville/SPAIN

-- - --

Day 38 : Gibraltar

8:00 am - 10:00 pm

One of the "Pillars of Hercules," Gibraltar is an historic landmark with British and Spanish influences. Guarding the entrance to the Atlantic, the great rock still serves as Britain's threshold to the Mediterranean. Take a cable car to the top of the rock for a spectacular view of two continents as well as the famous Barbary apes.

Day 39 : Granada/SPAIN

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Plaza de Merced, cathedrals, and museums of Malaga make it a remarkable site for studying the history and culture of Spain.The coastline that borders the city is magnificent, and it creates a wonderful backdrop to the ancient land.

Day 40 : Valencia/SPAIN

6:00 pm - --

Day 41 : Valencia/SPAIN

-- - 5:00 pm

Day 42 : Palma/SPAIN

8:00 am - 8:00 pm

The major island in the chain known as the Balearics, Mallorca is Spain's sunny outpost in the Mediterranean. The town of Palma boasts a shady plaza near the Gothic Cathedral. Visit the Roman ruins and the Drach Caves nearby, or journey to the enchanting village of Valledemosa. Leave time to shop for lovely majolica faux pearls and hand-made lace.

Day 43 : Barcelona/SPAIN

8:00 am - --

Barcelona is the cultural heartland of Spain, yet its first language is Catalan, the native tongue of the proudly independent Catalonia region. Stroll down the shady, tree-lined Ramblas between street musicians and elegant bistros. Then perhaps visit the venerable Gothic cathedral, Picasso Museum or enjoy the architectural genius of Antonio Gaudi's Church of the Holy Family.

Day 44 : Barcelona/SPAIN

-- - 6:00 pm

Barcelona is the cultural heartland of Spain, yet its first language is Catalan, the native tongue of the proudly independent Catalonia region. Stroll down the shady, tree-lined Ramblas between street musicians and elegant bistros. Then perhaps visit the venerable Gothic cathedral, Picasso Museum or enjoy the architectural genius of Antonio Gaudi's Church of the Holy Family.

Day 44 : Barcelona/SPAIN

7:00 am - --

Barcelona is the cultural heartland of Spain, yet its first language is Catalan, the native tongue of the proudly independent Catalonia region. Stroll down the shady, tree-lined Ramblas between street musicians and elegant bistros. Then perhaps visit the venerable Gothic cathedral, Picasso Museum or enjoy the architectural genius of Antonio Gaudi's Church of the Holy Family.

Day 45 : Palamos/SPAIN

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

Day 46 : At Sea

Day 47 : At Sea

Day 48 : Marseille/FRANCE

8:00 am - 10:00 pm

Marseille is France's second largest city, but it often goes unnoticed and unvisited by travelers... They are missing out on one of France's most diverse cities, both in terms of people and activities... Today, Marseille faces the same problems as any growing city. Crime is an issue, as is racial tension between the native French population and the arriving North African immigrants. Twenty-five percent of the population in Marseille is of North African descent, and that number is growing. But the city has come to embrace its newfound diversity, and is eager to put its best foot forward to attract a piece of the ever-growing tourism industry.

Day 49 : At Sea

Day 50 : Nice/FRANCE

8:00 am - --

This village of 7,000 inhabitants is hidden among wooded slopes, above the crystalline waters of the Cote d'Azure. The town itself is delightful, with medieval chapels and an impressive hilltop fortress built by the Duke of Savoy in 1560. And, just up the coast are the luxuries of Nice and the extravagance of Monte Carlo.

Day 51 : Nice/FRANCE

-- - 6:00 pm

This village of 7,000 inhabitants is hidden among wooded slopes, above the crystalline waters of the Cote d'Azure. The town itself is delightful, with medieval chapels and an impressive hilltop fortress built by the Duke of Savoy in 1560. And, just up the coast are the luxuries of Nice and the extravagance of Monte Carlo.

Day 52 : Ajaccio

8:00 am - 6:00 pm

On the French island of Corsica, Ajaccio is famous as the birthplace of Napoleon. Visit the Bonaparte family home and the 16th century church where he was baptized. Or, take a tour into the wild and rugged outback countryside they call the maquis.

Day 53 : Rome/ITALY

6:00 am - --

The port of Civitavecchia is the gateway to The Eternal City, where all roads lead. Mad traffic careens past monuments of the great civilizations of the past. You will want to see it all: the soaring inspiration of St. Peter's, the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel; the flow of life along the Spanish Steps, the Coliseum, the Via Veneto and Trevi Fountain. Be sure to leave time for la dolce vita in one of the piazzas.

Day 53 : Rome/ITALY

7:00 am - --

The port of Civitavecchia is the gateway to The Eternal City, where all roads lead. Mad traffic careens past monuments of the great civilizations of the past. You will want to see it all: the soaring inspiration of St. Peter's, the Vatican and the Sistine Chapel; the flow of life along the Spanish Steps, the Coliseum, the Via Veneto and Trevi Fountain. Be sure to leave time for la dolce vita in one of the piazzas.