Star Clippers - luxury under sail

Star Clippers operates three of the world's largest and tallest sailing vessels. Visiting ports often untouched by larger cruise ships and offering passengers the activities, amenities and atmosphere of a private yacht, Star Clippers is recognised as one of the premier speciality cruise lines. The ships currently sail throughout the Caribbean, the Mediterranean and Costa Rica.

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Andre Rieu and the Blue Danube

For one night only, violin virtuoso André Rieu will bring a touch of magic to Salzburg, and Worldwide Travel and eWaterways are delighted to present a special package which combines his concert with a city stay and 15-day "Beautiful Blue Danube" cruise.

Starting with a city break in Salzburg, where you will enjoy his live concert, you will be transferred to Passau in Germany where your cruise will take you on a 2,500km journey along the Danube from the Alps to the Black Sea and back again. Stopping at Vienna, Budapest, Belgrade and Bratislava en route, the cruise also passes through the Carpathian mountains and the foothills of the Balkans.

The Amadeus Royal is a superb vessel which has a wide range of amenities on board; with a fabulous international restaurant serving exquisite cuisine and comfortable lounge bars where one can catch up with new-found friends and watch the world go by, to bright and airy interiors and generously proportioned cabins from which to admire the panoramic views of the passing scenery as you cruise.

Departure: Monday 7th May 2012.

Prices start from just £2,999 per person, including: transfers from Munich airport to Salzburg; two nights in a four-star hotel (bed-and-breakfast basis); transfer from Salzburg to Passau; 15-night cruise on the Amadeus Royal (full-board basis); city tours in Vienna, Budapest, Belgrade, Bucharest and Bratislava; transfer from Passau to Munich airport.

Flights are not included in this price but can be booked at a supplement.

Voyages to Antiquity

Combining the comfort of boutique-style cruising with the very best of cultural travel, Voyages to Antiquity offers an opportunity to explore the origins and genius of western civilisation, as well as the fascinating culture of the Orient.

The meticulously planned itineraries, celebrated guest speakers, and included shore excursions will bring to life the fascinating history and awe-inspiring sites of the ancient world.
Cruises to take you back in time. Savings that are very much NOW!

The Minoan Civilisation

19th March 2012 - save up to £1,200 per cabin! Just £150 single supplement!

The Light of Greece

2nd May 2012 - save up to £1,600 per cabin! Just £150 single supplement!

God Created the Kornati Islands

14th May 2012 - save up to £300 per cabin! Just £300 single supplement!

All These Begin With Greeks

25th August 2012 - save up to £300 per cabin! Just £300 single supplement!

Holy City of Byzantium

24th September - save up to £300 per cabin! Just £150 single supplement!

Time Fears the Pyramids

28th October 2012 - save up to £300 per cabin! Just £300 single supplement!

Book by 29th February 2012 for these fantastic savings.

New Voyages of Discovery fares - get 'em while they're hot!

Summer 2012 cruises: from just £549.

For a short period only you can take advantage of new Voyages of Discovery fares and get away quickly and conveniently from Harwich from as little as £549 per person! These fares are strictly limited in number and will be withdrawn when sold, so you'll need to be quick! What's more they are exclusively available only on the six cruises featured below, which include both favourites and lesser-known destinations to the Baltic, Scandinavia and the Mediterranean. With these incredible fares, combined with fantastic, carefully planned itineraries and Guest Speaker programmes, you can be sure you are getting award-winning value for money.

Remember, only a limited number of Discovery Fares are available and prices will increase as they sell out, so book now to avoid disappointment!

Spitsbergen and the North Cape

13th June 2012 - 16 days - now from only £1,399 per person!

Wild, untamed nature of Spitsbergen and Magdalenafjord - dramatic North Cape and the Midnight Sun - charming Bergen - outstanding scenery of the Lofoten Islands.

Baltic Treasures

28th June 2012 - 15 days - now from only £1,299 per person!

Three days in St Petersburg with opportunity to visit Moscow - Tallinn Old Town?s medieval wall - Szczecin and Berlin - World War II and Cold War history uncovered.

Nordic Natural Wonders

12th July 2012 - 14 days - now from only £1,199 per person!

The spectacular Flåm Railway - geological phenomenon of Iceland - contrasting landscapes of the remote Faroe Islands.

Oslo and the Magic of Norway

25th August 2012 - 10 days - now from only £849 per person!

Oslo's remarkable Vigeland Sculpture Park - cruising the UNESCO-listed Nærøyfjord - the Art-Nouveau town of Ålesund - spectacular Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock.

Timeless Baltic

3rd September 2012 - 15 days - now from only £1,299 per person!

Saaremaa, little-visited Estonian island - three days in magnificent St Petersburg - Rügen's Jasmund National Park - Szczecin, captivating 20th century history.

Voyage to the Mediterranean

17th September 2012 - eight days - now from only £549 per person!

Portugal's historic Guimaraes - charming Porto - Murcia's cathedral - Roman Cartagena - Gaudi's finest works in Barcelona.