12 Night Copenhagen to Southampton Voyage-August 2014

8 – 20 August 2014

Join Wine Diva Deb on this great voyage to see the highlights of the United Kingdom and surrounds. You will sail on the Journey which is a smaller ship, and is filled bow-to-stern with wondrous luxuries and appointments that enhance your voyage of discovery-making it one that you won’t soon forget.

Voyage Details

Port Details

Copenhagen, Denmark : 8 August

Copenhagen is known as a city of spires: the skyline of its medieval core is punctuated only by the steeples of churches and towers of palaces, though a modern building boom has overtaken other parts of the city. Today’s Copenhagen is known for its excellent quality of life and environmental consciousness – with many parks, it is green both literally and in today’s sense of the word. It is also bicycle-friendly, with bike paths lining almost every major street. After a ride or wander through the old town, stop for a local repast of Smørrebrød, traditional open-face sandwiches, or a mouthwatering Danish pastry.

Leith (Edinburgh), Scotland : 10-11 August

To discover Edinburgh begin at its historic heart, with a walk down The Royal Mile. Take it from the top, at Edinburgh Castle perched above the city, for a look at the view, the crown jewels, and the Stone of Destiny on which Scottish monarchs were crowned. At the far end of the mile is the Palace of Holyroodhouse, the Queen’s official residence when in Scotland. Buildings steeped in history, with fascinating stories to tell, line the route between them. Outside the city are numerous impressive stately homes with beautiful grounds and gardens. And for those itching to get out on the links, there is no better place than this, the land where golf was born.

Kirkwall, Scotland : 12 August

The 70 islands of Orkney are low lying, a pleasing, gently rolling panorama of fertile fields, heather cloaked moors, and lakes. The red sandstone walls of the imposing St. Magnus Cathedral dominate Kirkwall, the main town, capital, and hub for roads linking east and west. In summer whales and dolphins sport in coastal waters, and tens of thousands of breeding seabirds congregate on sharp seaside cliffs. The early arrival of mankind on this scene can be investigated at Skara Brae, an amazingly well preserved Neolithic village that was inhabited and already abandoned more than 5,000 years ago.

Liverpool, England : 14 August

Holyhead, Wales : 15 August

This part of Wales is ancient indeed. Inhabited since prehistoric times, and dotted with Britain’s highest concentration of early settlements, it was also one of the last pockets of the old Celtic religion, with its mysterious druid priests. Holyhead lies just beyond the mountains of Snowdonia, likened to the Alps on a smaller scale, a scenically beguiling composition of peaks, lakes, and waterfalls. No matter that its tallest mountain only rises 3560 feet; it was tall enough that the whole of Sir Edmund Hillary’s team came here to practice and test equipment before their Everest climb.

Dublin, Ireland : 16 August

Dublin offers a wealth of historic sites dating back to a 1000-year-old Viking village, and as one might expect of the Irish, there is a tale to be told about every one. St. Patrick’s Cathedral is said to have been erected on the site where the saint himself converted pagans in 450 AD. From Dublin Castle the crown jewels were stolen in 1907; an unsolved mystery left to the fictional Sherlock Holmes to decipher. Some pubs, great sources of stories, are almost as old – you can sample a Guinness and the latest lore at The Brazen head, serving up drink and daydreams for 800 years. Then for a contrast, ride to a stunning view of contemporary Dublin atop a brand new observation wheel.

Isles of Scilly, UK : 17 August

Five inhabited islands and numerous rocky islets make up the Isles of Scilly, far from the stresses of modern life, and perfect for leisurely strolls on white sandy beaches, walks through idyllic pastoral landscapes, and hikes along coastlines of rugged cliffs. Famous among birdwatchers the world over, the Isles are the first landing point for many migrating species. Be sure to chat up the friendly locals – with a total population of only about 2000, each will be knowledgeable and passionate about the this little dot on the map. And how can you not love a destination where the chief export is daffodils?

Dartmouth, UK: 18 August

St. Peter Port, Channel Islands : 19 August

Guernsey is a self-governing British Crown Dependency off the coast of France, British by virtue of the Norman invasion of England in 1066, and the subsequent merging of the two territories. St. Peter Port overlooks the harbor, with rows of brightly painted houses, and terraced gardens. The island is ideal for rambles along cliffside paths and through the bucolic interior. While traditional fishing, flower growing, and dairy farming are still important, Guernsey’s favorable tax climate has of late brought an influx of offshore banks and insurance companies, with their attendant bistros and boutiques.

Southampton, England : 20 August

Muse on voyages past as you sail in or out of Southampton, long a maritime center, its yards turning out warships for king and country from the Hundred Years War in the 14-15th centuries, to two world wars in the 20th. It was the departure point for the Mayflower in 1620, and for the ill-fated Titanic in 1912. The charms of London are not far away, but pray tarry in the south to explore other wonders, including Bath, with its natural hot springs and stunning architecture and the mysterious megaliths of Stonehenge, or venture all the way west to Lands End, and the wild moorlands and pirate haunts of Cornwall.

On Board Inclusions

• A bottle of wine per person to enjoy in your cabin**
• On board wine tasting party with Wine Diva Deb**
• Four course gourmet wine paired lunch in the Specialty Dining Room with Wine Diva Deb**
• Exclusive onboard amenities
• On AzAmazing Evening^SM event on every voyage
• Select standard spirits, and international selection of beers in addition to boutique red and white wines throughout the voyage
• Gratuities (dining, bar and housekeeping)
• Shuttles to/from port communities, where available
• Bottle of Champagne per stateroom
• Destination-influenced entertainment & enrichment
• 24-hour room service
• Bottled Water, Sodas and specialty Coffee & Teas
• Personal stationery
• Concierge Service
• Self-Service Laundry
• Spa and Wellness Center
• All gourmet meals
• Casino
• Aqua Spa and Fitness center
• Piano and Wine bar, and Live Entertainment

**Included in optional Winemaker package for an additional US$125/person

Pricing Details* (per person US$)

*Airfare not included in prices listed
 If airfare booking is made with Choice Air® a discount of $500 (Window or Balcony) or $1000 (Suite)/person may be received off the Cruise fare at final booking.

	Balcony Cabin$5765
	Window Cabin$5165
	Inside Cabin$4665
Suites available, please email for pricing

To Reserve your space

Call Wine Diva Deb at 206-617-6160 or send email to: winedivadeb@yahoo.com . Or call Cruise Holidays of Woodinville at 425-487-4001 or 1-866-487-4001.

A deposit of $1,100/cabin or $2,220/Suite is required.

All reservations based on double occupancy. Azamara Club Cruises reserves the right to impose a fuel supplement on all guests if the price of West Texas Intermediate fuel exceeds US$65 per barrel. Non refundable $25 booking fee will apply to all booking. Travel Insurance highly recommended as well as Personal & Medical Insurance.