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26th26 | AprApr | 202424 | Southampton, England, embark on the Aurora | ||||
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England. | |||||||
27th27 | AprApr | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
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29th29 | AprApr | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
30th30 | AprApr | 202424 | Cartagena, Spain | Early Morning | Early Evening | ||
A Mediterranean city and naval station located in the Region of Murcia, southeastern Spain, Cartagena’s sheltered bay has attracted sailors for centuries. The Carthaginians founded the city in 223BC and named it Cartago Nova; it later became a prosperous Roman colony, and a Byzantine trading centre. The city has been the main Spanish Mediterranean naval base since the reign of King Philip II, and is still surrounded by walls built during this period. Cartagena’s importance grew with the arrival of the Spanish Bourbons in the 18th century, when the Navidad Fortress was constructed to protect the harbour. In recent years, traces of the city’s fascinating past have been brought to light: a well-preserved Roman Theatre was discovered in 1988, and this has now been restored and opened to the public. During your free time, you may like to take a mini-cruise around Cartagena's historic harbour: these operate several times a day, take approximately 40 minutes and do not need to be booked in advance. Full details will be available at the port. | |||||||
1st01 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
2nd02 | MayMay | 202424 | Cagliari, Italy | Early Morning | Evening | ||
Known in Sardinia as Casteddu, the island's capital has steep streets and impressive Italianate architecture, from modern to medieval. This city of nearly 160,000 people is characterized by a busy commercial center and waterfront with broad avenues and arched arcades, as well as by the typically narrow streets of the old hilltop citadel (called, simply, “Castello”). The Museo Archeologico makes a good starting point to a visit. The imposing Bastione di Saint Remy and Mercato di San Benedetto (one of the best fish markets in Italy) are both musts. | |||||||
3rd03 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
4th04 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
5th05 | MayMay | 202424 | Dubrovnik, Croatia | Early Morning | Afternoon | ||
Nothing can prepare you for your first sight of Dubrovnik. Lying 216 km (135 miles) southeast of Split and commanding a jaw-dropping coastal location, it is one of the world's most beautiful fortified cities. Its massive stone ramparts and fortress towers curve around a tiny harbor, enclosing graduated ridges of sun-bleached orange-tiled roofs, copper domes, and elegant bell towers. Your imagination will run wild picturing what it looked like seven centuries ago when the walls were built, without any suburbs or highways around it, just this magnificent stone city rising out of the sea.In the 7th century AD, residents of the Roman city Epidaurum (now Cavtat) fled the Avars and Slavs of the north and founded a new settlement on a small rocky island, which they named Laus, and later Ragusa. On the mainland hillside opposite the island, the Slav settlement called Dubrovnik grew up. In the 12th century the narrow channel separating the two settlements was filled in (now the main street through the Old Town, called Stradun), and Ragusa and Dubrovnik became one. The city was surrounded by defensive walls during the 13th century, and these were reinforced with towers and bastions in the late 15th century.From 1358 to 1808 the city thrived as a powerful and remarkably sophisticated independent republic, reaching its golden age during the 16th century. In 1667 many of its splendid Gothic and Renaissance buildings were destroyed by an earthquake. The defensive walls survived the disaster, and the city was rebuilt in baroque style.Dubrovnik lost its independence to Napoléon in 1808, and in 1815 passed to Austria-Hungary. During the 20th century, as part of Yugoslavia, the city became a popular tourist destination, and in 1979 it was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. During the war for independence, it came under heavy siege. Thanks to careful restoration, few traces of damage remain; however, there are maps inside the Pile and Ploče Gates illustrating the points around the city where damage was done. It’s only when you experience Dubrovnik yourself that you can understand what a treasure the world nearly lost | |||||||
6th06 | MayMay | 202424 | Zadar, Croatia | Early Morning | Early Evening | ||
Dalmatia's capital for more than 1,000 years, Zadar is all too often passed over by travelers on their way to Split or Dubrovnik. What they miss out on is a city of more than 73,000 that is remarkably lovely and lively despite—and, in some measure, because of—its tumultuous history. The Old Town, separated from the rest of the city on a peninsula some 4 km (2½ miles) long and just 1,640 feet wide, is bustling and beautiful: the marble pedestrian streets are replete with Roman ruins, medieval churches, palaces, museums, archives, and libraries. Parts of the new town are comparatively dreary, a testament to what a world war followed by decades of communism, not to mention a civil war, can do to the architecture of a city that is 3,000 years old. A settlement had already existed on the site of the present-day city for some 2,000 years when Rome finally conquered Zadar in the 1st century BC; the foundations of the forum can be seen today. Before the Romans came the Liburnians had made it a key center for trade with the Greeks and Romans for 800 years. In the 3rd century BC the Romans began to seriously pester the Liburnians, but required two centuries to bring the area under their control. During the Byzantine era, Zadar became the capital of Dalmatia, and this period saw the construction of its most famous church, the 9th-century St. Donat's Basilica. It remained the region's foremost city through the ensuing centuries. The city then experienced successive onslaughts and occupations—both long and short—by the Osogoths, the Croatian-Hungarian kings, the Venetians, the Turks, the Habsburgs, the French, the Habsburgs again, and finally the Italians before becoming part of Yugoslavia and, in 1991, the independent republic of Croatia. Zadar was for centuries an Italian-speaking city, and Italian is still spoken widely, especially by older people. Indeed, it was ceded to Italy in 1921 under the Treaty of Rapallo (and reverted to its Italian name of Zara). Its occupation by the Germans from 1943 led to intense bombing by the Allies during World War II, which left most of the city in ruins. Zadar became part of Tito's Yugoslavia in 1947, prompting many Italian residents to leave. Zadar's most recent ravages occurred during a three-month siege by Serb forces and months more of bombardment during the Croatian-Serbian war between 1991 and 1995. But you'd be hard-pressed to find outward signs of this today in what is a city to behold. There are helpful interpretive signs in English all around the Old Town, so you certainly won't feel lost when trying to make sense of the wide variety of architectural sites you might otherwise pass by with only a cursory look. | |||||||
7th07 | MayMay | 202424 | Trieste, Italy | Early Morning | Early Evening | ||
Up until the end of World War I, Trieste was the only port of the vast Austro-Hungarian Empire and therefore a major industrial and financial center. In the early years of the 20th century, Trieste and its surroundings also became famous by their association with some of the most important names of Italian literature, such as Italo Svevo, and English and German letters. James Joyce drew inspiration from the city's multiethnic population, and Rainer Maria Rilke was inspired by the seacoast west of the city. Although it has lost its importance as a port and a center of finance, it has never fully lost its roll as an intellectual center. The streets hold a mix of monumental, neoclassical, and art-nouveau architecture built by the Austrians during Trieste's days of glory, granting an air of melancholy stateliness to a city that lives as much in the past as the present. | |||||||
8th08 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
9th09 | MayMay | 202424 | Messina, Italy | Morning | Early Evening | ||
Home to the Museo Regionale of Messina, known for featuring two of Caravaggio's paintings, the city is also famous for having been the capital of the ancient kingdom of Sicily. | |||||||
10th10 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
11th11 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
12th12 | MayMay | 202424 | Gibraltar, Gibraltar | Early Morning | Early Afternoon | ||
Tagged on to the end of Iberia, the intriguing British outpost of Gibraltar is dominated by a sandy peninsula and the stunning 1,400-feet-high limestone Rock. Although small, Gibraltar has always been seen as having great strategic importance on account of its advantageous position where the Atlantic meets the Mediterranean, just 12 miles from the coast of Africa. Ever popular with British holidaymakers, Gibraltar is very much a home from home, boasting excellent duty-free shopping in many familiar British high street shops. Please note: Gibraltar’s small size and narrow winding roads mean that excursions are operated by 22-seater mini-buses, accompanied by a driver/guide. Local health and safety regulations prohibit the carriage of walking aids and collapsible wheelchairs on these vehicles. If you do wish to bring a mobility aid, we can arrange the Rock Tour by taxi, which has extra space. If this suits your requirements, please advise the Tours and Travel office when you join the ship, as numbers are limited. | |||||||
13th13 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
14th14 | MayMay | 202424 | At Sea | ||||
15th15 | MayMay | 202424 | Southampton, England, disembark the Aurora | ||||
Lying near the head of Southampton Water, a peninsula between the estuaries of the Rivers Test and Itchen, Southampton is Britain’s largest cruise port. It has been one of England’s major ports since the Middle Ages, when it exported wool and hides from the hinterland and imported wine from Bordeaux. The city suffered heavy damage during World War Two and as a result the centre has been extensively rebuilt, but there are still some interesting medieval buildings including the Bargate, one of the finest city gatehouses in England. |
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Grade Code | From | To | |
GF | Balcony | £3,799 | £4,299 |
GE | Balcony | £4,399 | £4,399 |
GD | Balcony | £4,519 | £4,519 |
GC | Balcony | £4,529 | £4,529 |
GB | Balcony | £4,629 | £4,629 |
GA | Balcony | £4,729 | £4,729 |
Fully air-conditioned balcony cabins enjoy two lower beds convertible to king-size bed. Bathrooms boast a hairdryer, bath with shower or shower only. There is a chair and table, TV, and telephone, writing desk, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also a safe. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors lead to your balcony with recliner chairs and table with mineral water on arrival.
Grade Code | From | To | |
PF | Inside | £1,299 | £1,849 |
PC | Inside | £1,349 | £1,999 |
PE | Inside | £1,889 | £1,889 |
PD | Inside | £1,959 | £1,959 |
PB | Inside | £2,059 | £2,059 |
PA | Inside | £2,159 | £2,159 |
OE | Larger Inside | £2,199 | £2,199 |
OA | Larger Inside | £2,309 | £2,309 |
Air-conditioned inside cabins have two lower beds that are convertible to a king-size bed with wardrobe and drawer space. The bathroom has a shower plus a hairdryer. There is a vanity/writing desk, and a TV for your enjoyment, , telephone, safe and tea and coffee making facilities with mineral water on arrival.
Grade Code | From | To | |
CD | Mini-Suite | £6,749 | £6,749 |
CB | Mini-Suite | £7,129 | £7,129 |
Fully air-conditioned mini-suites boast a separate bedroom area with two lower beds convertible to queen-size bed. Bathrooms boast a whirlpool bath, shower, dual sink vanity unit and WC plus luxurious premier pamper pack, bathrobe & slippers and a hairdryer.
There is a sofa, chair and table, a TV and DVD player, plus radio and telephone, writing desk, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also a safe. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors lead to your balcony with chairs and table.
Mini-suites have a magazine and newspaper selection, atlas and binoculars, plus fruit basket, mineral water, flowers, Champagne and chocolates on arrival and daily canapés.
Grade Code | From | To | |
B5 | Suite | £8,199 | £8,199 |
B2 | Suite | £8,609 | £8,609 |
B1 | Suite | £9,029 | £9,029 |
A1 | Penthouse Suite | £10,529 | £10,529 |
Fully air-conditioned suites enjoy two lower beds convertible to king-size bed. Bathrooms boast a whirlpool bath , shower and plus luxurious premier pamper pack, bathrobe & slippers. Additionally there is a useful walk-in dressing area with a hairdryer.
The lounge has a sofa & chairs plus dining table and chairs, with a mini stereo and a TV plus and telephone, writing desk, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. There is also a safe. Floor to ceiling sliding glass doors lead to your balcony with loungers, chairs and table. Suites have an optional butler service, magazine and newspaper selection, atlas and binoculars, plus fruit basket, mineral water, flowers, Champagne and chocolates on arrival.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
Club Dining at the Alexandria Restaurant. Choose a particular Club Dining seating and you’ll dine at the same time and table each night and enjoy the same company. It’s the way many a friendship has been made on board.
Freedom Dining at the Medina Restaurant. Like to escape the usual routine on holiday? Then you’ll love the flexibility of Freedom Dining. Opt for an early dinner one night and a late supper the next; you can shape each day as you please.
Showcasing a menu which is a triumph of perfectly balanced spices, delicate flavours and wonderful aromas, this restaurant has become a firm favourite with many. So why not take a seat amidst its sumptuous fabrics and opulent décor to experience a treat for your senses?
Located in the buffet restaurant during the evening, The Beach House offers great ocean views to go along with a casual menu of grills and seafood. When the sun is shining, there’s also the opportunity to sit outside on the terrace.
In The Glass House we bring the world of wine to you… varieties from all four corners of the globe, by the glass, by the bottle and, if you fancy, right by a plate of fabulous food.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
A wonderful area to meet up with new friends for a mid-afternoon break or after dinner drink, the court offers lovely views of the atrium and its' 35 foot centre-piece sculpture. Comfortable sofas and chairs, in conjunction with soft lighting, create a relaxing ambience. Raffles Court also offers access to Vanderbilt's card room and Sindhu.
Our pool bars offer a casual place to socialise and relax in throughout the day and into the evening. On a hot day nothing is better than lounging by one of our pools, sipping a cool drink, or two, and feeling yourself completely unwind.
The flashing lights of the slot machines and the suspense of blackjack beckons, as does a great night out. As night falls our casinos come alive. Featuring the latest in slot machines and gaming tables, our friendly croupiers are on hand to oversee the evening’s events. During the day there are gaming workshops for those who’ve never played before and at night, tournaments for those who believe Lady Luck is on their side. The gaming tables include Three Card Poker, Blackjack and of course, Roulette, one of the oldest and most popular games of chance.
If you just want to socialise, catch up with friends over a few bevvies, or carry off the cup in a pub quiz, touch down in Champions. For lovers of all things sporting, it's a slam dunk. It's the place to enjoy a drink while celebrating all things great about British sport.
You’ll see spectacular productions on stage at The Curzon, a lavish theatre seating up to 652 people. In the Curzon Theatre you'll find there's multiple performances on selected nights, so you can plan your evening however you like. Catch a show before dinner or enjoy one after. On Aurora you'll enjoy entertainment such as cabaret performances, stand-up comedy, interactive game shows, quizzes, and talent shows.
Traditional sofas, bookcases and panelled walls create a very British ambience and the feel of an exclusive country club. You will find Anderson's on Promenade Deck. Welcoming and elegant and ideally located next to the Curzon Theatre, its refined setting is perfect for a pre-show drink or a warming nightcap. The bar is named after Arthur Anderson, the founder of P&O, who is said to have had an amazing attention to detail. So we certainly believe he would have approved of the long bar, the ornate fireplace and the traditional artworks.
At 105 feet above the waterline, this stylish cocktail bar is higher than the bridge and affords the ship's most amazing views. By day you can watch the glistening sea as the world floats by in this comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. As evening draws in The Crow's Nest comes into its own; with a light tickling of the ivories to set the mood, there's no better vantage point from which to enjoy a dramatic sunset at sea.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
The images shown are for illustration purposes only and may not be an exact representation of what you find on the ship.
19 nights aboard the Aurora | |||
Choose FREE on-board spend, coach transfers or car parking (Select Fares only) | |||
Gratuities Included | |||
Complimentary daily afternoon tea | |||
Evening entertainment & Broadway style shows | |||
Continental Breakfast in your cabin | |||
24-hour complimentary (standard) room service | |||
Speciality Restaurants (charges may apply) | |||
Port Taxes and Fees | |||
ABTA and ATOL Protection* |
Date 26th Apr 2024 |
Nts 19 |
Please Call for Availability |
Date 26th Apr 2024 |
Nts 19 |
Please Call for Availability |
Interior staterooms | |||
PA | Inside | ||
PB | Inside | ||
PC | Inside | ||
PD | Inside | ||
PE | Inside | ||
PF | Inside | ||
RE | Single Outside | ||
OA | Larger Inside | ||
OE | Larger Inside | ||
Oceanview staterooms | |||
LB | Outside | ||
LC | Outside | ||
LD | Outside | ||
LE | Outside | ||
LF | Outside | ||
K5 | Outside (Obstructed) | ||
KB | Larger Outside | ||
KD | Larger Outside | ||
Balcony staterooms | |||
EA | Deluxe Balcony | ||
EB | Deluxe Balcony | ||
ED | Deluxe Balcony | ||
EE | Deluxe Balcony | ||
GA | Balcony | ||
GB | Balcony | ||
GC | Balcony | ||
GD | Balcony | ||
GE | Balcony | ||
GF | Balcony | ||
QF | Single Balcony | ||
Suite staterooms | |||
A1 | Penthouse Suite | ||
B1 | Suite | ||
B2 | Suite | ||
B5 | Suite | ||
CB | Mini-Suite | ||
CD | Mini-Suite | ||
Late Saver Fare Benefits
P&O will assign your cabin ~ Third priority for dining ~ Third priority for upgrades ~ Full payment required ~ 100% Cancellation fee. T&C’s apply.
Interior staterooms | |||
PC | Inside | ||
PF | Inside | ||
RE | Single Outside | ||
Oceanview staterooms | |||
LC | Outside | ||
LF | Outside | ||
K5 | Outside (Obstructed) | ||
Balcony staterooms | |||
EE | Deluxe Balcony | ||
GF | Balcony | ||
QF | Single Balcony | ||
Select Price Fare Benefits
Choice of cabin ~ First priority dining ~ First priority upgrades ~ Choice of on-board spending money*, car parking* or return coach travel* ~ Low Deposit ~ Flexibility to change your booking ~ Shuttle buses in port (where available). T&C’s apply
*Not available on cruises less than 5 nights
Interior staterooms | |||
PA | Inside | ||
PB | Inside | ||
PC | Inside | ||
PD | Inside | ||
PE | Inside | ||
PF | Inside | ||
RE | Single Outside | ||
OA | Larger Inside | ||
OE | Larger Inside | ||
Oceanview staterooms | |||
LB | Outside | ||
LC | Outside | ||
LD | Outside | ||
LE | Outside | ||
LF | Outside | ||
K5 | Outside (Obstructed) | ||
KB | Larger Outside | ||
KD | Larger Outside | ||
Balcony staterooms | |||
EA | Deluxe Balcony | ||
EB | Deluxe Balcony | ||
ED | Deluxe Balcony | ||
EE | Deluxe Balcony | ||
GA | Balcony | ||
GB | Balcony | ||
GC | Balcony | ||
GD | Balcony | ||
GE | Balcony | ||
GF | Balcony | ||
QF | Single Balcony | ||
Suite staterooms | |||
A1 | Penthouse Suite | ||
B1 | Suite | ||
B2 | Suite | ||
B5 | Suite | ||
CB | Mini-Suite | ||
CD | Mini-Suite | ||
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