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2012/13 - The Arabian Journeys (from Abu Dhabi)

Cruise Highlights

Experience a harmonious balance between conventional cruising and private yachting, along with an exciting voyage of discovery, unravelling the wonders of the Arabian Gulf and of the Omani Coast. Follow the footsteps of Sinbad and discover the fjords of Musandam Peninsula with its natural wonders. Go inland and discover centuries old forts and citadels and the rich traditions of the Omani nation. Abu Dhabi and Muscat, your ports of embarkation, are fascinating cities although very different in style. Each day you will discover a new port of call, a hidden cove with crystal blue waters to cool you, a glimpse of ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you!

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Cruise Fares

	Category C: From $ 2790 To $ 2790
	Category B From $ 3390 To $ 3390
	Category A From $ 4090 To $ 4090
	Category P From $ 4690 To $ 4690
	Owner's Suite From $ 5890 To $ 5890
	Port Charges: $ 290
	Single Supplement: 50%
	3rd Person Reduction (in Cat. B only): 30%
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Day by Day Itinerary

Day 1
Day 2
Day 3
Day 4
Day 5
Day 6
Day 7
Day 8

Day 1 (Thursday): Abu Dhabi

Embarkation after 15:00. Enjoy a welcome drink and meet your fellow passengers prior to the customary safety drill. Short lecture on Khasab and the Musandam Peninsula. Overnight at Sea.

Day 2 (Friday): Khasab

Mid day arrival at Khasab-Musandam Peninsula. Lunch on board. Afternoon optional tour of Khasab with visit to Khasab fort and museum or other optional mountain 4 wheel drive tour again with Khasab fort and museum visit. Both tours end with a memorable Omani night at outside location. Overnight in Khasab.

Day 3 (Saturday): Khasab

Optional full day excursion with a traditional Omani dhow sailing into a Musandam peninsula fjord. We will most certainly have the company of dolphins before reaching Telegraph and Seebi Islands for a swim stop, fishing and snorkelling. Refreshments and lunch on board. Late afternoon return to Khasab. Overnight in Khasab.

Day 4 (Sunday): Musandan Peninsula

Early morning sailing from Khasab along the West Coast of Musandam, passing by Kumjar and then along the East Coast fjords of Musandam. Swim stop on the way before lunch on board. Short lecture about Omani history and next day’s places of interest, Sohar and Nakhal. Overnight at sea to Sohar.

Day 5 (Monday): Sohar - Sawadi Sands

Early morning arrival in Sohar. Disembarkation for an optional full day excursion. After a short visit of the quaint and peaceful city center, we will drive by small buses to Nakhal and its well preserved fortress and later on to Ain Towarath hot springs. We rejoin the ship in Sawadi Sands Islands late afternoon. (Guests not taking the full day excursion will remain on board). Overnight at anchor in Sawadi Sands.

Day 6 (Thuesday): Sawadi Sands - Muscat

Early morning snorkelling and swimming at nearby island followed by a BBQ lunch. Early afternoon sailing for Muscat. Overnight at Muscat.

Day 7 (Wednesday): Muscat

We leave Muscat by road for an optional full day excursion to city of Fanja before reaching Nizwa, once the capital of Oman and Misfar, a very old village where our guide will introduce us to the Falaj, the typical Omani irrigation system and to the date’s cultivation. The alternative for day 7 is an optional 1/2 day tour of Muscat. Overnight in Muscat.

Day 8 (Thursday): Muscat

Disembarkation 9:00.

Route Map

Destinations

Sailing Dates - Prices

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Category B

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Category P

Owner's Suite

29 Nov 12	13 Dec 12	27 Dec 12	10 Jan 13	24 Jan 13	07 Feb 13	21 Feb 13	07 Mar 13	21 Mar 13	04 Apr 13
$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790	$ 2790
$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390	$ 3390
$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090	$ 4090
$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690	$ 4690
$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890	$ 5890

Ship info ( M/Y Variety Voyager)

The new build 68m/223ft state of the art Mega Yacht accommodates just 72 passengers in 36 cabins. Built under the latest International “Safety of Life At Sea” (SOLAS 2010) regulations and classified by RINA, the Variety Voyager guarantees guests safety with incomparable comfort and elegance.

The Variety Voyager seduces her passengers with her sleek lines and ample deck space, very much what one expects from a millionaire’s super yacht. Inside, cabins and public areas are finished with warm fabrics, rich marbles, axminster carpeting and soft tones wood panelling. Everywhere, unobstructed views of the ocean and of the ports visited. And above all, the professional service of a crew of 28, always with a smile and a true desire to satisfy.