From Istanbul to Casablanca
« All Corinthian II cruise options
- Day 1 Istanbul, Turkey / Embark
- Day 2 Istanbul
- Day 3 Kusadasi / Ephesus
- Day 4 Rethymnon / Knossos
- Day 5 At Sea
- Day 6 Syracuse, Sicily, Italy
- Day 7 Valletta, Malta
- Day 8 Sousse, Tunisia / El Djem
- Day 9 Tunis / Carthage or Dougga
- Day 10 Annaba, Algeria / Hippo Regius
- Day 11 Bejaia / Djemila
- Day 12 At Sea
- Day 13 Ghazaouet / Tlemcen
- Day 14 Gibraltar / Tangier, Morocco
- Day 15 Casablanca / Rabat
- Day 16 Casablanca / Disembark
| Dates | Deck + Cabin Type | |||||||
| Cat E | Cat D | Cat C | Cat B | Cat A | Cat AA | Cat VS | Cat PHS | |
| Oct 14 '12 |
$8,995 | $9,995 | $10,995 | $11,995 | $12,995 | $13,995 | $15,495 | $16,995 |
Single travelers can opt to pay a single supplement for a private cabin or opt for a willing to share on select departures
Please note: Cruise fare does not include fuel surcharges.
Deposit & Payment Please note: Cruise fare does not include fuel surcharges.
Day 1 Istanbul, Turkey / Embark
Upon arrival, transfer to the pier to board Corinthian II for your Istanbul to Casablanca cruise - grand Mediterranean journey to shores less traveled. Overnight aboard ship. (D)
Day 2 Istanbul
Tour Istanbul’s principal landmarks, including the Topkapi Palace, the Blue Mosque, and the cathedral-size Basilica Cistern. (B, L, D)
Day 3 Kusadasi / Ephesus
Drive to the ancient city of Ephesus, renowned for its great mother goddess Cybele, later identified as Artemis or Diana of the Ephesians. The immense Hellenistic and Roman excavation site includes the ancient theater, the imposing Library of Celsus, and the theater where the Ephesians rioted against St. Paul. (B, L, D)
Day 4 Rethymnon / Knossos
Land in Crete, the island that was home of the Minoan civilization, Europe’s first. In the afternoon, tour Knossos, the most imposing Minoan palace of the island. Enjoy your first musical performance in Rethymnon this evening. (B, L, D)
Day 5 At Sea
Spend a relaxing day at sea listening to your second musical performance. (B, L, D)
Day 6 Syracuse, Sicily, Italy
In Syracuse, discover the spectacular 15,000-seat Greek theater and the elliptical Roman amphitheater. After a visit to the Archaeological Museum, walk the winding lanes of Old Town, situated on the island of Ortygia, and explore the remains of the Temple of Apollo, the Fountain of Aretusa, and the Cathedral, which houses the Temple of Athena. (B, L, D)
Day 7 Valletta, Malta
Corinthian II sails into the dramatic Grand Harbor of Malta’s Valletta. Explore St. John’s Co-Cathedral, an opulent repository for Malta’s finest art treasures; the Palace of the Grand Masters; and the National Museum of Archaeology. Enjoy your third musical performance at the Palazzo Parisio. (B, L, D)
Day 8 Sousse, Tunisia / El Djem
Land at Sousse for an excursion to El Djem and explore its great Roman amphitheater, built in the 3rd century a.d. to house 35,000 spectators. Continue to the Museum, with its fine collection of mosaics. (B, L, D)
Day 9 Tunis / Carthage or Dougga
Arrive in Tunis and tour storied Carthage, founded in the 9th century b.c. Also tour the Bardo Museum and in Tunis, visit the Medina and its souks. Alternatively, take a full-day excursion to Dougga, the largest and most imposing Roman site in Tunisia. The fourth musical performance will be arranged at the Acropolium in Carthage. (B, L, D)
Day 10 Annaba, Algeria / Hippo Regius
From Annaba, visit the ancient site of Hippo Regius. Explore the Roman Forum, the largest and oldest in North Africa, and the Baths, dedicated to Septimius Severus. Also visit the modern-day Basilica of St. Augustine. (B, L, D)
Day 11 Bejaia / Djemila
From Bejaia, take an excursion through impressive countryside to the well-preserved Roman ruins of Djemila. The site includes the Triumphal Arch to Emperor Caracalla, Grand Baths, market, and Old Forum. Also visit the museum, with its collection of superb mosaics and other artifacts. (B, L, D)
Day 12 At Sea
Enjoy the day at sea relaxing, attending engaging lectures, and listening to the fifth scheduled musical performance. (B, L, D)
Day 13 Ghazaouet / Tlemcen
Drive to Tlemcen, one of Algeria’s finest cities. Experience the 11th-century Great Mosque and the deconsecrated Sidi Bel Hassan Mosque, now housing a museum. (B, L, D)
Day 14 Gibraltar / Tangier, Morocco
In Gibraltar Corinthian II ascends to the top of the Rock. Visit Saint Michael’s Cave and see Gibraltar’s famed tailless monkeys. Sailing across the Strait arrive in Tangier. Spend the afternoon exploring the medina, a classic Moroccan town. Also visit the Dar el Makhzen and the Old American Legation. (B, L, D)
Day 15 Casablanca / Rabat
Drive to Rabat, Morocco’s elegant capital. Tour its Medina, the Chellah Citadel, and the Kasbah des Oudaias, the evocative quarter of the old Almohad, Merenid and Andalusian towns. Then, spend the day in Casablanca and tour its Hassan II Mosque. In Rabat, enjoy your sixth and final musical performance. (B, L, D)
Day 16 Casablanca / Disembark
Disembark and transfer to the airport for return flights to the U.S.
Itinerary Notes
Optional Pre-Cruise Extension:Tour the principal landmarks of Istanbul. Included: Two nights at the deluxe Pera Palace Hotel (Istanbul) with breakfast and one lunch; guided sightseeing; and ship/hotel/airport transfers. Rates: $1,095 per person, double occupancy; $395 single supplement.
PROGRAM INCLUSIONS:
- 15-night cruise aboard the all-suite, 114-guest Corinthian II
- Complete program of tours and excursions
- Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship
- All meals aboard ship, including house wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner
- Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise
- Educational program of lectures and discussions by accompanying guest lecturers
- Professional tour staff
- Complete pre-departure materials
- Baggage handling and transfers abroad on the designated program arrival and departure dates
- Port and embarkation taxes
- Gratuities to porters, guides, and drivers
NOT INCLUDED:
Airfare; visa and passport fees (if applicable); luggage and trip cancellation insurance; meals, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, and e-mail service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel.
Deposit & Payment
Initial deposit is $1500, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card. We accept Visa, Mastercard, AmEx, and Discover. Alternatively, you can send a check to our Missoula, Montana, office or register online at: https://www.adventure-life.com/forms/fourways.php
Final payment is due 100 days prior to departure.
Final payment by Visa, Mastercard, Discover or AmEx.
Booking last minute? No problem! Please contact one of our trip planners, and we can get you on your way if booking less than 100 days prior to departure.
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Cancellation Policy
| Days Prior to departure | Fee |
|---|---|
| 91 days or more | $400 per person |
| 90-61 days | 55% trip cost |
| 60-0 days | 100% trip cost |
| For Itineraries with 19+ days | . |
| 91 days or more | $850 per person |
| 90-61 days | 55% trip cost |
| 60-0 days | 100% trip cost |
Corinthian II
- Ship Highlights
- Passengers : 114
- Luxury Expedition Ship
The distinguished 114-guest Corinthian II offers a classic yacht-like atmosphere and fine accommodations. Corinthian II is ice-strengthened for voyages into Antarctic waters, and is equipped with a fleet of Zodiac inflatable craft for forays ashore. Originally built in 1992 and refurbished in 2005, Corinthian II accommodates all guests in 57 outside suites, each affording sea views and elegantly appointed with a sitting area, TV, mini-refrigerator, safe, and other amenities as well as a marble bathroom. Several suites include private balconies accessed via sliding glass doors. Spacious and finely decorated public areas include a library stocked with books related to the itinerary and other volumes, and four computer terminals for e-mail access; an elegant lounge; and The Club, a space for convivial relaxation, with picture windows for panoramic views. The restaurant, serving fine cuisine prepared by European chefs, accommodates all guests at a single unassigned seating. The ship also includes a gym, beauty salon, a sun deck with Jacuzzi, and an outdoor café and bar, where meals may be served al fresco. Corinthian II is served by 70 experienced European officers and crew. There is also an elevator offering access to all decks.
Cabin Categories & Descriptions
All accommodations aboard Corinthian II are suites. They face outside, affording sea views, and several have balconies with sliding doors. All suites include a bedroom with twin or queen-size beds, sitting area, ample closet space, mini-refrigerator, TV, marble-appointed bathroom with shower, and other amenities.
| Cabins | |
|---|---|
 | Cat E Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 250 - 252 |
| Cat D Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 329-332 |
 | Cat C Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 254 - 262 |
 | Cat B Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 333 - 348 |
 | Cat A Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 416 - 428 |
 | Cat AA Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows and sitting area. 265 sq. ft. Suites 414 - 415 |
 | Cat VS Deluxe Veranda Suites on Erickson Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 300 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 505 - 512 |
 | Cat PHS Deluxe Penthouse Suites on Explorer Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 400 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 601 - 604 |
