Spend the time leading up to Christmas on the sunny side of life and enjoy new experiences every day. The colourful variety of India will captivate your senses with fragrant spice markets, marble palaces and complex waterways. Nature provides the most beautiful gifts: enjoy heaven on earth on the white sandy beaches of the Maldives and leave everyday life far behind on Thailand’s idyllic green island, Ko Phi Phi Don. Treat yourself to an idyllic Advent period.
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.
Zodiac - Wherever our small and manoeuvrable ships cannot go further, you can safely continue your adventure in a Zodiac (robust motorised inflatable rubber boats; depending on weather conditions).
Scheduled flight from Germany to Dubai
Transfer to a first-class hotel, overnight stay with breakfast
Dubai
City tour with lunch,
followed by embarkation on the EUROPA
Dubai/United Arab Emirates, departure 22.00 hrs
Khasab/Oman, 7.00 – 15.00 hrs
Khasab/Musandam/Oman
Which side of the remote Musandam Peninsula would you prefer to explore? The cultural heritage left behind by the Portuguese more than 350 years ago in KHASAB AND BUKHA*? Or the impressive mountain scenery of Jebel Harim*? You can also enjoy some unforgettable sights on a dhow tour* along the deep-blue fjords, which are also a great place to go for a dip. Let all your holiday dreams come true.
Relaxation at sea
Mumbai (Bombay)/India, 6.00 – 19.00 hrs
Mumbai (Bombay)/India
This megacity is in a world of its own, with smells, colours and sounds to draw you under its spell. With its sacred cows, yellow rickshaws and people delivering lunch boxes, you will be taken on a fascinating journey of discovery as far as the Gateway of India. In the upmarket district of Colaba*, you will have an opportunity to browse the many market stalls to look for exotic souvenirs before attending a British-style afternoon tea in the famous Taj Mahal Hotel. The hotel’s world-famous namesake is in Agra*. On an overland excursion to Delhi*, you can marvel at the marble monument to love.
Relaxation at sea
Cochin, 9.00 – 23.00 hrs
Cochin/India
“Kochi” has its island location to thank for its former riches from the spice trade, as well as for some of its most beautiful sights. Enjoy the views of the old Chinese fishing nets and explore the city along its picturesque canals*. You can also see some of India’s greenery from the water: Glide past the palm-fringed banks on a houseboat tour through the tranquil backwaters of Alleppey*. Exotic scents will tempt you to visit the fruit and vegetable market and on to a private cookery* class, where you can of course try the dishes for yourself.
Relaxation at sea
Male/Maldives, 8.00 – 23.30 hrs
Male/North Male Atoll/Maldives
All routes in this isolated island state lead to its lively capital, where little fishing boats are anchored next to yachts, cargo ships and water taxis in the port. Take a seaplane flight* to enjoy your first unforgettable panoramic view of the islands, shimmering like opals in the turquoise-blue sea.
Maldives 7.00 – 19.00 hrs
Maldives
White sandy beaches, the endless expanse of the ocean and beautiful warm waters are what make the Maldives paradise on earth. On board the EUROPA, you can explore some of the most beautiful of the 1,200 or so coral islands. The reefs and lagoons are home to a colourful underwater world, which you can easily explore with a snorkel and mask.
Relaxation at sea
Colombo/Sri Lanka, 6.00 – 21.00 hrs
Colombo/Sri Lanka
Discover the many different sides of Ceylon: Whilst different eras and cultures meet in the island’s turbulent capital, you can take a trip on the nostalgic Viceroy Special* to visit the lush greenery in the middle of Sri Lanka. A highlight of the trip is a visit to the elephant orphanage*. You will discover the secrets of aromatic tea on a plantation* which is still operating today. Or you can visit the last remaining home of the Singhalese kings: in Kandy*, the Temple of the Tooth Relic attracts Buddhists from all over the world.
Hambantota, 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
Hambantota/Sri Lanka
Immerse yourself in the everyday lives of the inhabitants of this rapidly developing fishing town, or observe the wildlife in Yala National Park*. Here you can see the unique Sri Lankan elephant as well as the amazing leopard population. The pilgrimage town of Katharagama* is a melting pot of world religions. Buddhists, Hindus, Muslims and the native Veddas come here to worship their deities alongside one another in the middle of the jungle.
Relaxation at sea
Koh Rok Nok/Thailand, 10.00 – 19.00 hrs
Relaxation at sea
Singapore, arrival at 6.00 hrs
City tour, day room in a first-class hotel
Evening transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
Arrival in Germany
* The shore excursions are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes.
= at anchor
= Zodiac landing
Pay special attention to your health with our Vitality at Sea programme. Take part in lectures and courses, which will vary according to each cruise and are offered in conjunction with some well-known partners. Topics such as movement and nutrition will be discussed, relaxation techniques will be taught, the philosophy behind Pilates will be introduced or the focus will be on beauty. With Vitality at Sea, you can devote yourself to a self-aware lifestyle far away from everyday life and you will have the time to give your body the attention it deserves.