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Crystal Symphony - 7-Night Mediterranean Marvels: Athens to Barcelona
Nov 24-Dec 01, 2024
8 Days 7 Nights
Discover the enchanting Mediterranean with Crystal Symphony on a luxurious 7-night voyage from Athens to Barcelona. This trip blends the historic charm of ancient Greece, the cultural riches of Sicily, and the vibrant atmosphere of Spain’s coast. Explore the Minoan ruins in Crete, the grand palaces of Malta, and the architectural wonders of Valencia, all while enjoying the world-class amenities aboard Crystal Symphony. From fine dining to entertainment, this all-inclusive journey offers relaxation, culture, and adventure.
- About the trip
- What's Included
- What's Excluded
- About Accommodation
- Itinerary
- Booking Policies
About the trip
Book your dream cruise by September 30, 2024, and enjoy an exclusive free upgrade from the Aquamarine Veranda Suite to the Sapphire Ocean View Suite. For an even more luxurious experience, just add USD 1000 per person to upgrade to the Sapphire Veranda Suite. Don’t miss this limited-time offer to sail in style and comfort. Reserve your spot today and set sail on an unforgettable adventure.
Cruise the Mediterranean aboard Crystal Symphony, starting your voyage in Athens and ending in the vibrant city of Barcelona. Visit the beautiful island of Crete, where ancient Minoan palaces stand tall amidst the scenic landscapes of Chania. Continue to the historic city of Valletta in Malta, with its 16th-century fortresses and charming streets. Experience the rich culture and culinary delights of Palermo, Sicily, and enjoy a day at sea before arriving in Valencia, Spain, famous for its stunning Art Nouveau architecture and lively markets. The journey concludes in Barcelona, where you can stroll along the iconic La Rambla. Crystal Symphony offers the ultimate luxury experience with elegant suites, gourmet dining, and exceptional service, ensuring that your Mediterranean adventure is as memorable as the destinations you explore.
Estimated Group Size
1 - 60
Accommodation
Butler Service
Meals
Free Wifi
What's Included
- 7 nights cruise accommodation on Crystal Symphony
- Daily meals on board
- Unlimited WiFi
- Daily complimentary entertainment & activities on board
- Free drinks from the designated menu, including soft drinks, wine and spirits, etc.
- Dine at specialty restaurants (UMI UMA and OSTERIA D’OVIDIO 1 time each)
- 24-hour in-suite dining
- Butler service
- Daily gratuities
- Taxes and port charges
What's Excluded
- Flight tickets
- Arrival and departure transfers, except where listed in the inclusion
- Passport and visa expenses
- Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Meals ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage fees on international flights
- Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone charges
- Additional overnight accommodation
- Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities
Closest Airport
Arrival
ATH
Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport
Departure
BCN
Barcelona International Airport
About Accommodation
Built: 1995
Refurbished in 2023
Gross tonnage: 51,044 tons
Passenger Capacity: 606
Crew Capacity: 545
Room Types
Aquamarine Veranda Suite
- Room size: 323 SQ FT
- Balcony size: 86 SQ FT
- Bedding: Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- Private veranda
- Sizeable living area
- Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding
- Vanity in dressing area
- TV
- Walk-in closet
Sapphire Ocean View Suite
- Room size: 430 SQ FT
- Bedding: Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding, and third berth
- Large Picture Window
- Spacious living room and dining area
- Walk-in closet
- Two TV's
Sapphire Veranda Suite
- Room size: 430 SQ FT
- Balcony size: 107 SQ FT
- Bedding: Queen-size bed or twin beds with sumptuous bedding, and third berth
- Private veranda
- Spacious living room and dining area
- Walk-in closet
- Two TV's
- Washer and Dryer Combo available in select suites
Itinerary
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- 7 p.m.: Departure
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- 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Dock at Chania (Crete), Greece
- Explore the city on your own
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- Cruising at Sea
- Enjoy cruise facilities
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- 8 a.m. - 6 p.m.: Dock at Valletta, Malta
- Explore the city on your own
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- 9 a.m. - 7 p.m.: Dock at Palermo, Sicily, Italy
- Explore the city on your own
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- Cruising at Sea
- Enjoy cruise facilities
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- 8 a.m. - 7 p.m.: Dock at Valencia, Spain
- Explore the city on your own
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- 8 a.m.: Arrival
Location
Facts to Know
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Weather Patterns: This cruise spans the mild Mediterranean climate, with warm, sunny days in November. Greece, Italy, and Spain offer comfortable temperatures between 15°C and 22°C (59°F to 72°F), making it ideal for outdoor exploration.
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Cultural Heritage of Athens: Athens is renowned for its ancient heritage, featuring landmarks such as the Acropolis and the Parthenon. It is one of the oldest cities in the world, dating back over 3,000 years.
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Crete's Minoan Civilization: The port of Chania on Crete offers a glimpse into the ancient Minoan civilization, one of the earliest in Europe, with the famous Knossos Palace being a highlight.
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Baroque Grandeur of Valletta: Valletta, the capital of Malta, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site with baroque architecture, including St. John's Co-Cathedral and the Grandmaster’s Palace. The city was founded in 1566 by the Knights of St. John.
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Culinary Delights of Palermo: Palermo, Sicily, is known for its unique blend of Arab, Norman, and Italian influences, with dishes like arancini (stuffed rice balls) and cannoli being local specialties.
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Art Nouveau in Valencia: Valencia is home to impressive Art Nouveau architecture, with landmarks like the Central Market and the postmodern City of Arts and Sciences, blending history with innovation.
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Historical Depth of Barcelona: Barcelona boasts a rich history, with attractions like the Gothic Quarter, La Sagrada Familia, and Park Güell designed by Antoni Gaudí, showcasing the city’s blend of medieval and modernist styles.
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Fortified City of Valletta: The fortified city of Valletta has a deep military history, with its walls built by the Knights of St. John to defend the island from invasions during the 16th century.
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Greek Mythology in Crete: Chania, Crete, is steeped in Greek mythology. The island is said to be the birthplace of Zeus, the king of the gods, adding a layer of mythological intrigue to its historical sites.
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Multicultural Influence of Palermo: Palermo's rich history includes influences from the Byzantine, Arab, and Norman periods, making it a unique cultural melting pot in Italy, with architecture and cuisine reflecting this diversity.
Things to note
- Upon making a reservation for this trip, an initial deposit is required to move the booking status to "Pending." Once the cruise confirms your reservation, the status will change to "Balance Payment," and a confirmation notification email will be sent to the email associated with your booking account. You must complete the payment of the remaining balance within 7 days of receiving this email to finalize your cruise reservation. Failure to complete this payment within 7 days from the date of confirmation will result in the cancellation of your cruise reservation, and the initial deposit will not be refunded. If the cruise company cannot confirm the reservation due to being fully booked or other reasons, your reservation will be canceled, and the initial deposit will be refunded.
- All travel documents are the customer’s responsibility. Customer should ensure the required document, including visas and public health documents, are prepared and to comply with customs requirements of the destination, including countries that may just be transiting through. For latest information, please consult the embassy or government authorities.
- Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing on Day 1 of cruise. Guest may consider arriving 1 day earlier to avoid hassle of possible schedule change.
- Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking on final day of cruise. Guest should book their departure flight after 2pm on the day
- Guest should refer to final cruise document/ ticket for detail cruise itinerary. Documents will be provided by cruise line after online check-in completed.
- For details of the ship and travel notes, please visit POLYTRIPS cruise database.
- POLYCLUB reserves the right to collect fuel surcharge, applicable taxes or supplement charges which imposed by the cruise company, even if full payment has been made to the reservation. Fare difference is governed by official notification from cruise company. These amounts will be determined upon the confirmation of booking and will be added to the final fare.
- If a material alteration to a package tour after its commencement for reasons beyond control, POLYCLUB may impose any additional charge to his clients as a result of an increase in operation costs. (“Reasons beyond control” mean hostilities, political unrest, terror attacks, natural disasters, pestilences, bad weather, technical problems to transport, changes to the frequency/timetable of any means of conveyance by its operator without advance notice, strikes, industrial action, travel advisories (warnings) issued by governments of the destinations/the World Health Organisation, outbound travel alerts issued by Government, and any other situations of which the industry has no control and which are unfavourable to outbound trips of travellers.)
- Passengers accept full responsibility for all losses and expenses due to “Reasons beyond control”. Cruise company and POLYCLUB will not be liable for any consequences.
- For the safety of crew and passengers, Cruise Line has the right to cancel, advance, postpone or substitute any scheduled sailing or itinerary without prior notice, in the event of bad weather, technical or other reasons beyond control. Passengers shall not make claim against cruise company and POLYCLUB for any recovery.
- POLYCLUB strongly encourage passengers to take out their travel insurance before the journey.
- Stateroom assignment is subject to the cruise company upon availability. Members of same travelling party may not be assigned to adjacent/ nearby rooms. Cruise company also upgrade any passenger(s) at sole discretion.
- Bedding arrangement is subject to the cruise company upon availability.
- The operation of activities, restaurants, menus and facilities is subject to the final arrangement on board. The seating in main dining restaurants is group reservation and subject to restaurant arrangement on board.
- For safety reasons, minors under the age of 18 need to be stay in the same cabin with at least one adult passenger.
- For minors (under the age of 18) unaccompanied by parent or legal guardian, a consent form and other documents are required to present to cruise line prior to embarkation and at pier during check-in. Failure to provide the required document may result in booking cancellation or boarding being denied. Passengers shall not make claim against cruise company and POLYCLUB for any recovery. Please contact POLYCLUB for further arrangement.
- If the children are included on parent's travel document, they can use that document only when travelling with parent.
- Pregnant guest entered the 24th week of pregnancy and infants under 6 months of age (12 months for some itineraries) are not eligible for travel on ships, according to the cruise company and itinerary requirement. The minimum age requirement varies from cruise company and itinerary. Medical certificate is required for pregnant guest entered the 20th to 23rd week of pregnancy. Please refer to the details on Cruise Company website.
- Passenger have to agree and comply with the health and safety protocol implemented by the Cruise line, and other policies such as , as laid in Cruise Company Website. The protocol and requirement may change any time without prior notice. Please refer to the details on Cruise Company website.
- In case of disputes, Cruise Company reserves the right to make the final decision. Members of same travelling party may not be assigned to adjacent/ nearby rooms. Cruise company also upgrade any the guest(s) at sole discretion.
- All information in Chinese and Korean are translated from English. English version will be taken as the correct one if there is a difference.
Booking Policies
Notice period before departure(Excluding the departure date and notification date)
Product ID 241124GRC0007
Nov 24, 2024 ~ Dec 1, 2024
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Book ByOct 15, 2024
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