With blue lagoons in Thailand, fairy-tale palaces in India and the colonial tea-growing island of Sri Lanka – including a wonderful opportunity to taste the scented delicacies on board – the coastlines of the Indian Ocean promise a holiday for all the senses. The skyscrapers of Dubai provide a futuristic backdrop to a story from the Arabian nights set amidst the desert dunes. You will be able to gather all of these impressions in a variety of ways – by boat, from the air and by jeep.
The cruise is fully booked.
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At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Scheduled flight Germany – Singapore
Singapore
Transfer to a first-class hotel, overnight stay with breakfast
Singapore
City tour, followed by embarkation on the EUROPA
Singapore, Departure 22.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Porto Malai, 8.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Porto Malai/Langkawi/Malaysia
Surrounded by beaches and mangroves, this green “jewel of Kedah” rises up out of the ocean. Take a cable car to the Langkawi Sky Bridge for a spectacular view over the 100 or so little islands that make up the archipelago from high above the forest canopy of the Machincang Mountains*. Just as unforgettable is a boat trip through the labyrinth of rivers, woods and caves* along the coastline – bats will be sleeping in Batman Cave, whilst outside the sea eagles lie in wait to hunt for prey.
Phi Phi Don, 7.00 hrs – 14.00 hrs
Phi Phi Don/Phi Phi Islands/Thailand
Fine sandy beaches, strange limestone cliff formations and two crystal-clear lagoons – enjoy a few relaxing hours spent amidst the spectacular blue and green tones of this paradise world.
Relaxation at sea
Trincomalee, 7.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Trincomalee/Sri Lanka
The eventful history of the “best port in the world” comes to a head, literally, at the cliffs of Swami Rock. This is where the Temple of a Thousand Columns once stood before the Portuguese destroyed it and used the debris to build Fort Fredrick*. The subsequent arrival of the Danes and British did nothing to reduce the significance of this place. And so the Koneschwara Temple*, built in the 17th century, remained a place of pilgrimage. The legacy of the enormous Buddha statues dates back even further, as these stone witnesses will welcome you to the thousands of years of history behind the ancient royal city of Polonnaruwa*. Here you will be treated to truly monumental views.
Galle, 13.00 hrs – 20.00 hrs
Galle/Sri Lanka
The thick walls of the fortress protect a small piece of Dutch colonial history – stroll through the lovingly restored historic part of the city* and make a detour to the unusual treasure chest that is the Historical Mansion Museum*. Life along the banks of the Maduganga River* is completely unspoilt. In the mangroves of this spice island, cinnamon is still farmed in the traditional way.
Colombo, 6.00 hrs – 22.00 hrs
Colombo/Sri Lanka
First came the Portuguese, then the Dutch and, at the end of the 18th century, the British. That’s why in the multicultural capital city of Colombo*, you can find many reminders of the colonial era amongst the skyscrapers and Hindu temples. The famous Galle Face Hotel* also dates back to the colonial era. Built by the British in 1864, the hotel’s dignified atmosphere makes it a stylish place to take tea still today.
Cochin, Arrival 19.00 hrs
Cochin/India
Hermann Hesse visited India “not with my eyes but with my soul”. Walk through the historic colonial centre of Cochin* and travel by boat to St Francis Church, the oldest European church in India. Go on a traditional boat trip through the beautiful Alleppey Backwaters*, a widespread network of lagoons, lakes and marshlands. Take a two-day land excursion to visit Delhi and the magnificent Taj Mahal*: the narrow streets, temples and mosques of Old Delhi and the wide, elegant avenues and colonial residences of New Delhi – experience a cosmopolitan city full of contrasts. In Agra, a world-famous monument to love rises up before your eyes – the unique Taj Mahal, which was built in the 17th century by the Mughal emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife Mumtaz Mahal.
Cochin, Departure 18.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Mumbai, 6.00 hrs – 21.00 hrs
Mumbai (Bombay)/India
Experience the fascinating and vibrant life on a tour of the historic centre of this vast city. Touching one of the cows of the holy city is said to bring luck. Or why not roam around the lively, colourful markets of Mumbai*: overflowing sacks of spices, sparkling stones, colourful fabrics – there are different surprises in every alley! The Bay of Mumbai also holds its own fascination – the sculpted statues of Hindu gods are hidden in the Elephanta Island caves*. A truly impressive sight.
Relaxation at sea
Dubai/United Arab Emirates, Arrival 15.00 hrs
Overnight on board
Dubai/United Arab Emirates
Glitzy skyscrapers welcome you at the end of your journey, with a romantic desert camp dinner* amongst the dunes. Following a final night on board, you will leave for your journey home or stay for more relaxation in style on our post-cruise programme* in Dubai – boom town in the desert.
Dubai
Transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
* These arrangements are not included in the cruise price. The shore activities listed here are in the planning stage and are subject to changes.
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