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At a glance
Visiting:
Italy
Spain
Majorca
Portugal
Length:
17 nights
Cruise
no flight
WAS from:£2,139ppNOW from:£1,499pp
Request Brochure - Jewels of the Mediterannean
To book or for more information please call: 0330 341 1117 and quote RTA
Jewels of the Mediterranean
This Autumn sunshine cruise from Bristol or Falmouth is crammed with highlights, from the chance to visit sacred Santiago de Compostela from Spanish Vigo, British outpost Gibraltar beneath its famous Rock, and two Mediterranean isles – Menorca and Corsica. Chances to visit Florence, Pisa and Rome, and calls in maritime stronghold Cadiz and historic Lisbon, add to the welcome warmth, blue skies and azure seas.
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Holiday Highlights
Perhaps visit sacred Santiago de Compostela from Armada port La Coruna
Explore British outpost Gibraltar, beneath its famous Rock
Sun-kissed island calls in Corsica and Menorca
Chances to discover Italian jewels Rome, Florence or Pisa
Naval stronghold Cadiz and Portuguese capital Lisbon
Enjoy fine food, first-class entertainment and the ship's amenities
What's Included
Comfortable, contemporary cabins and suites that feature TV, hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities, a fridge and individually controlled air conditioning
A wide choice of British and International cuisine every day throughout your cruise
Plenty to do during the day, including playing bridge, practising your steps on the dancefloor and interesting, expert-led lectures to attend
A full programme of evening entertainment, including cabaret shows, comedy, dancing and live music
Full use of the ship’s on-board leisure facilities
All UK port taxes (where collectable in advance)
Luggage porterage between your cabin and the drop-off/pick-up point
Itinerary
1
Saturday 16 September 2023 Departs Bristol Royal Portbury
Arrive: 0730hrs
Depart: 1715hrs
2
Sunday 17 September 2023 Falmouth
Arrive: 0900hrs
Depart: 1600hrs
3
Monday 18 September 2023 at sea
4
Tuesday 19 September 2023 Vigo
Arrive: 0900hrs
Depart: 1800hrs
5
Wednesday 20 September 2023 at sea
6
Thursday 21 September 2023 Gibraltar
Arrive: 0800hrs
Depart: 1600hrs
7
Friday 22 September 2023 at sea
8
Saturday 23 September 2023 Port Mahon
Arrive: 0700hrs
Depart: 1300hrs
9
Sunday 24 September 2023 Ajaccio
Arrive: 1200hrs
Depart: 1900hrs
10
Monday 25 September 2023 Livorno
Arrive: 0800hrs
Depart: 1800hrs
11
Tuesday 26 September 2023 Civitavecchia
Arrive: 0700hrs
Depart: 1800hrs
12
Wednesday 27 September 2023 at sea
13
Thursday 28 September 2023 at sea
14
Friday 29 September 2023 Cadiz
Arrive: 0800hrs
Depart: 1400hrs
15
Saturday 30 September 2023 Lisbon
Arrive: 0800hrs
Depart: 1800hrs
16
Sunday 1 October 2023 at sea
17
Monday 2 October 2023 at sea
18
Tuesday 3 October 2023 Arrive back at Bristol Royal Portbury
Arrive: 0900hrs
Ambition
From the UK's newest cruise line, Ambassador, comes its newest ship. And isn't she a beauty? Ambition is set to offer an entirely authentic and innovative cruise experience with a comfortable and spacious range of 714 cabins. Just over a fifth of these dwellings have a balcony, perfect for you to look out over the seven seas as the sun rises or sets at your next exciting travel destination.
Guests will also appreciate Ambassador's 'second lady of the sea' for its speciality dining options, restaurants, laidback bistro caf'e, four bars, lounges and pub. And lovers of leisure and the arts will delight in the vessel's impressive range of entertainment, from the craft studio to the casino, and the library to the theatre. Setting sail on Ambition is an idyllic way to witness the world around you.
Travelling to Europe
Rules may have changed since you last travelled to European Union countries and Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. The following are useful guidelines which will help you prepare for your next adventure. Note that these new rules do NOT apply when travelling within the United Kingdom or to the Channel Islands, the Isle of Man or the Republic of Ireland. You do require government issued ID when travelling by air though.
Names - It is very important that all passenger names are exactly as per your passport although we do not require middle names.
Passport - Your passport must meet two requirements to travel to an EU country and to Switzerland, Norway, Iceland and Liechtenstein. It must be: Less than 10 years old on the day you return home (please check the "date of issue") and valid for at least 3 months after the day you return home (please check the "expiry date").
These rules do not apply to travel to Ireland where you can continue to use your passport as long as it’s valid for the length of your stay.
Visa - If you’re a tourist, you do not need a visa for short trips to most EU countries, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland. You’ll be able to stay for up to 90 days in any rolling 180-day period. Different rules will apply to Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus and Romania; if you visit these countries, visits to other EU countries will not count towards the 90-day total. Travel to Ireland will not change and stays there will not count towards the 90-day total.
European Travel Information & Authorisation System (ETIAS) - Commencing in 2023, all citizens of the United Kingdom will require a ETIAS electronic form completed prior to their arrival into the EU and Schengen member countries. The cost for this travel authorisation will be €7.00 per person with exceptions for under 18’s and over 70’s. The latest information and further details can be found at www.etias.com.
Border Control - At border control, you may need to show proof of your return journey - your travel documentation issued by us will be sufficient for this. You will also need to use separate lanes from EU, EEA and Swiss citizens if manual checks are required.
Healthcare Cover - You should always get appropriate travel insurance with healthcare cover before you go abroad which covers pre-existing conditions. You should understand the terms and conditions of your travel insurance and be happy with its cover for healthcare and travel disruption. Newmarket sell a comprehensive travel insurance policy. Ask our travel consultants for more information.
You should also apply for a UK Global Heath Insurance Card (GHIC) which lets you get urgent state healthcare in Europe at a reduced cost or sometimes for free. Note GHIC is only valid in EU countries and not in Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland.