Northbound Voyage via Africa

Ship: Astor • Departs: Fremantle • Sail Date: Monday 16th Mar 2015 • Duration: 38 nights
Cruise Code: A519

Experience the voyage of a lifetime, cruising onboard ASTOR to London in 2015 via the iconic Cape of Good Hope. There is plenty of time to enjoy the comforts of cruising along with the excitement of exploring an array of diverse and exciting destinations. Port Louis, Mauritius nestled between the sea and the mountains is a melting pot of varied cultures, with its historic colonial architecture and heritage not to be missed.

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Port Louis, Mauritius is nestled between the sea and the mountains and is a melting pot of varied cultures with its historic colonial architecture and heritage not to be missed. Next stop is Reunion, a beautiful island belonging to France with a coastline of beaches and resort towns. With a string of white sand beaches known for their beauty and referred to as the ‘Golden Mile’, Durban provides a feast for the eyes. Cape Town is a picturesque city with the majestic Table Mountain visible from almost any vantage point. A trip to the summit by cable car offers breathtaking views of the city and coastline.

A stop in Walvis Bay, gives you the perfect opportunity to discover the spectacular wetlands intrinsic to the survival of thousands of migratory birds. Prepare to be amazed by the richness of culture as we stop at Angola, Sao Tome and Principe, Benin, Togo and Ghana. Be blown away by the sights to be taken in as we continue north via Sierra Leone, Gambia and Senegal. Don’t miss the chance to see the Moroccan port of Casablanca with its wide boulevards, public parks and imposing Moresque buildings. A final call at Lisbon, Portugal’s capital, will delight you with its distinctive character, charm and history before you arrive in Tilbury of the end of this truly remarkable voyage.

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Of the Northbound Voyage via Africa Cruise

Date	Port	Arrive	Depart
16/03/15	Fremantle, Western Australia (Australia)	-	1800
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25/03/15	Port Louis (Mauritius)	0800	2000	Click for more informationto hide
	Mauritius boasts some of themost eye-pleasing scenery in the IndianOcean, as well as a wealth of fine beaches to ensure every trip ashore fullymeets the‘island paradise’ description.
26/03/15	Pointe Des Galets (Reunion Island)	0700	1700	Click for more informationto hide
	This French isle is another rocky volcano outcrop, with its own Volcano Museum dedicated to this aspect of island life. Again there are good beaches, but you can also study the highly individual Creole architecture, amazing botanical gardens and several wildlife parks. This is also dramatic mountain country, so come armed with plenty of film.
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30/03/15	Durban (South Africa)	0800	1800	Click for more informationto hide
	Europe meetsAfrica in SouthAfrica’s prime resort of Durban, with all the benefits of being on the IndianOcean. Spending the day on one of the beautiful beaches is a popular pastime, but there is also much of historical interest, plus some magnificent natural beauty within reach.If nothingelse,stroll along themainpromenade and stop for traditional afternoon tea at the RoyalHotel.
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01/04/15	Mossel Bay (South Africa)	0900	1500	Click for more informationto hide
	TheGarden Route in the WesternCape is one of SouthAfrica's most scenic attractions and is generally thought to stretch along the IndianOcean from Mossel Bay to St Francis.Mossel Bay offers sandy beaches andwhale watching
02/04/15	Cape Town (South Africa)	0900	2359	Click for more informationto hide
	The jewel of SouthAfrica’s coastline,CapeTown is a citywith the most recognisable profile.The backdrop of Table Mountain gives it its distinct and proud signature.With a day to explore,why not try the cable car trip upTable Mountain, gowine-tasting in nearby Paarl or Stellenbosch (world-class vintages guaranteed) or soak up some of the great botanical gardens.
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05/04/15	Walvis Bay (Namibia)	0900	1700	Click for more informationto hide
	Walvis Bay is the gateway to the spectacular lunar landscape of theNamibian desert and is also a birdwatchers paradise home to many colourful species of birds and literally thousands of flamingos. Once known asGerman South West Africa,Namibia reflects a wide range of influences during its earlier chequered history.
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09/04/15	Jamestown (St. Helena)	0700	1300	Click for more informationto hide
	This fascinating former 17th century British colony is accessible only by sea and is one of themost rugged and individual outposts on theworld cruise scene. It is easy to explore the quaint capital, Jamestown, on foot, while optional tours can showyou its extremes of countryside, fromwind-eroded desert tomountainous cliffs.
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11/04/15	Georgetown (Ascension Island)	0800	1300	Click for more informationto hide
	This Atlantic outcrop is another treat to visit by sea. Capital Georgetown(population,approx 560) is even more small-scale than Jamestown and was first occupied in 1815. Its airfield was built by US forces during WorldWar II and the main importance of the island has been as a communications centre andmilitary base.
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18/04/15	Casablanca (Morocco)	0900	2359	Click for more informationto hide
	Located on the western coast of Africa, the cosmopolitan Casablanca is Morocco’s largest city with a thriving tourism trade. Blending the modern world with the ancient, Casablanca can be accurately described as a cultural melting pot with clear African, Arabic and European influences. The city’s many parks, fountains and recognisably Art Deco flourishes are all courtesy of the French Protectorate who made the city their administrative centre in the early part of the 20th Century. Highlights include the impressive Hassan Il Mosque, the ornate Mauresque architecture and gleaming white 1930’s buildings immortalised in the classic film starring Humphrey Bogart.
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20/04/15	Lisbon (Portugal)	0730	1300	Click for more informationto hide
	Lying on the Atlantic coast at the mouth of the River Tagus, Lisbon is the westernmost capital in Europe. It was from here that the great caravels set sail on their voyages of exploration and numerous monuments are a reminder Lisbon’s glorious maritime heyday. In 1775 a devastating earthquake all but levelled the city to the ground, and although relatively modern, the Portuguese capital has a quirky charm and much character. The steep, cobbled streets of the ancient Moorish Alfama district lead to wonderful viewpoints looking over the city. Further along the coast the elegant resorts of Cascais and Estoril stud Portugal’s own Riviera.
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23/04/15	London Tilbury (United Kingdom)	0830	-