Bourgundian Explorer Holland America Line - ms Prinsendam

Ljmuiden (Amsterdam) to Barcelona September 5 - 20, 2016 • 16 Days • All Meals

Escorted

Gibraltar Peninsula

Join us on this exciting itinerary as we visit a host of truly fascinating ports on the Western European coast.

Following our departure from ljmuiden (Amsterdam), we sail to Cherbourg, a charming port in beautiful Normandy, France and through the Gironde Estuary which begins in the famous wine and gastronomic city of Bordeaux. Continue along the Portuguese and Spanish coasts visiting the art dedicated city of Bilbao, colourful Lisbon and the historic city of Malaga stretching out on the Costa del Sol.

Sail through the Strait of Gibraltar en route to one of the liveliest Spanish cities, Barcelona and enjoy the delightful ambiance and service that guests have come to expect with Holland America Line and the ms Prinsendam.

Take advantage of this cruise to opt for an extension and explore Amsterdam and Barcelona in depth.

OUR CRUISE SHIP - ms Prinsendam

Within Holland America’s impressive fleet, the ms Prinsendam is in a class all its own. Designed to explore the remote corners of the world in elegance and style, the ms Prinsendam is Holland America’s most intimate ship. Originally built as the legendary Royal Viking Sun, she has been lovingly restored and enhanced. All staterooms have been fully upgraded or completely rebuilt. At 38,000 tons, the ms Prinsendam carries a maximum of 835 passengers in spacious comfort. Five distinctly different dining venues are available: the classic La Fontaine Dining Room, the casual Lido, the Pinnacle Grill and the Canaletto Restaurant with its enclosed covered Wintergarden . Eight different lounges are also available, providing delightful spaces to relax, to have a quiet drink, or to be entertained by music or a lively show. The Explorations Café, offers an extensive library, internet café and coffee bar, as well as the beautiful new Culinary Arts Centre, which provides cooking classes and presentations. Other venues include a full-size theatre offering first-run movies, a casino, a card room and the superb Greenhouse Spa and fitness centre. Luxurious accommodations await us - staterooms feature two lower beds (most of which can convert to a large king-size bed), plush pillow-top mattresses, fine Egyptian cottons, terry-cloth robes, a private bathroom, individually-controlled air conditioning, a telephone, and ample closet space. Each stateroom also has a flat screen television, a DVD player, and multi-channel music. Most bathtub with shower. The Deluxe staterooms and suites feature a private balcony, a personal mini-bar, a separate sitting area with floor to ceiling windows, and much more.

FEATURES & HIGHLIGHTS

14 night cruise on the ms Prinsendam, based on sharing a twin bedded stateroom in category selected

Baggage handling shipside

All meals and entertainment on board

Services of our cruise escort and / or cruise director

All gratuities for included shipboard services

All cruise line taxes and fees

Air - inclusive rates also include:

Estimated return economy airfare from cities listed

Transfers between the airport and the ship

All related air taxes and current fuel surcharges

Airport transfers in Canada or equivalent value

Portuguese Shorelines - Credit Robert Craig

The magnificent Sagrada Familia in Barcelona

Aft Pool Area (credit Holland America Line)

PORTS OF CALL

Ljmuiden (Amsterdam), Netherlands: Amsterdam would not be the same without its gabled houses crowding right up to the edges of the canals that lattice the city. The town has always been in tune with the water, from the first land reclamation projects in the 10th century through its gilded ascension in the 16th century on the backs of its trading ships to its identity today as a centre of global commerce and innovation. Zeebrugge (Brussels), Belgium: From this busy port city, you may want to tour the canal-laced called Brugge. Brussels is particularly known for being home of the European Union and Ghent is a Mecca for chocolate lovers. Cherbourg (Normandy), France: The town is pastille-bright in the resonant 1964 musical "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg," which marked the major-film debut of Catherine Deneuve. The real-life town of Cherbourg is no less a delight. Visit Place General de Gaulle, where cruise travellers can find great cafés or try a delicious “plateau de fruits de mer” (seafood platter). Shop the boutiques on Rue Tour Carrée and Rue de la Paix. Hike up to Fort du Roule to explore the grounds and catch the view toward England. Then stop by the Musée de la Liberation for a bit of local history.

CRUISE ITINERARY

Sep 5, Mon Depart Canada

Sep 6, Tue Arrive Ljmuiden (Amsterdam), Holland Embark / Sail 4:00pm

Sep 7, Wed Zeebrugge (Brussels) Belgium

Arrive 8:00am / Sail 5:00pm

Sep 8, Thu Cherbourg (Normandy), France *

Arrive 8:00am / Sail 6:00pm

Sep 9, Fri At Sea

Sep 10, Sat Bordeaux, France *

Arrive 1:30pm / Overnight in Port

Sep 11, Sun Bordeaux, France *

In port / Sail 2:00pm

Cruising Gironde Estuary

Sep 12, Mon Bilbao, Spain

Arrive 7:00am / Sail 4:00pm

Sep 13, Tue At Sea

Sep 14, Wed Lisbon, Portugal

Arrive 7:00am / Sail 4:00pm

Sep 15, Thu Huelva (Seville), Spain

Arrive 9:00am / Sail 7:00pm

Sep 16, Fri Cruising the Strait of Gibraltar

Gibraltar, British Territory

Arrive 8:00am / Sail 11:59pm

Sep 17, Sat Malaga, Spain

Arrive 8:00am / Sail 6:00pm

Sep 18, Sun At Sea

Sep 19, Mon Castellon de la Plana, Spain

Arrive 8:00am / Sail 5:00pm

Sep 20, Tue Barcelona, Spain

Arrive 7:00am / Disembark / Fly Home

* Times subject to tidal conditions

Bordeaux, France: Bordeaux is in the heart of France's wine country, just a short drive from the lush vineyards and picturesque chateaux that produce the Graves, Medoc and St. Emilion grapes. Tours and tastings are available, of course.

Bilbao, Spain: Bilbao is the site of the stunning Guggenheim Museum, an eruption of light and titanium designed by Frank Gehry. Nearby is also the ancient Santander, a fanciful belle époque casino.

Lisbon, Portugal: Lisbon was for many years Europe's main gateway to the world. Ships captained by Portuguese explorers like Bartolomeu Dias, Vasco da Gama, and Ferdinand Magellan searched the globe, hauling treasure home and making Lisbon a world power. The Portuguese capital is situated on a wide bay where the Tagus River meets the Atlantic and the white facades of the city lead uphill to the iconic Castelo de São Jorge. Other landmarks include the World Heritage Sites of Belém Tower and Jerónimos Monastery, both built in Lisbon's native Manueline architectural style.

Huelva (Seville), Spain: The Moorish palace started as a fort, one of the largest Roman Catholic Cathedrals in the world used to be a mosque and The Renaissance archive contains the annals of the Spanish in the New World. Those three are UNESCO World Heritage sites built in the Mudejar style, a Muslim aesthetic that developed under Christian rule. You may want to walk the narrow lanes of the Jewish Quarter, the expanse of the Plaza de España, or the halls of the Museo de Bellas Artes. Then it will probably be time for tapas.

Gibraltar, British Territory: Geography claims it for Iberia, geology for the Jurassic, mythology for Hercules, and geopolitics for Great Britain. Gibraltar is a peninsula that juts off the southern end of Iberia and whose dominant feature is a 1,398-foot-high cave-riddled hunk of limestone that has played a dominant role in the Western psyche for millennia. While it is a British overseas territory, its culture draws from Andalusia, Portugal, Malta, Morocco, and India. The upper slopes are covered in olive, pine and bouquets of the endemic Gibraltar candytuft.

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Cruise Cost in Canadian Dollars per person

Category/Description/Deck Sharing Twin K Inside Twin (Lower Promenade, Promenade) ... $2,995 I Inside Twin (Upper Promenade) ........................... $3,055 E Outside Twin (Main, Lower Promenade) ............ $3,345 D Outside Twin (Dolphin) ........................................ $3,395 C Outside Twin (Main) ............................................. $3,455 A Vista Suite (Upper Promenade) .......................... $5,425

Above rates are per person based on sharing the category chosen and include all of the applicable Inclusive Features. See Deck Plan for full details on various categories available. Single rates are based on sole occupancy. Ask for prices or visit our website.

Sample air add-ons from cities across Canada: Toronto ....................................................................... $1,495 Montreal / Ottawa ...................................................... $1,625 Halifax / St. John’s ..................................................... $1,775 Winnipeg .................................................................... $1,875 Regina / Saskatoon ................................................... $1,975 Calgary / Edmonton / Vancouver ............................... $1,975 Victoria ....................................................................... $1,975

Airfares from other gateways are available on request. Airfares and air carrier are subject to change and will be confirmed prior to final payment. Refer to Inclusive Features for details.

Prices DO NOT INCLUDE the cost of insurance which is available and is highly recommended. Premiums vary with the cost, length of the trip, and the traveller’s age. For passengers up to and including 74 years on departure date, premiums will range from $243 to $381 pp plus applicable taxes. Cost supplements for travellers aged 75-85 will range from $192 to $394 pp plus applicable taxes. This insurance is effective from the date of purchase and carries limitations on pre-existing medical conditions. Please discuss your insurance coverage prior to booking. Check our website for the most current information. Refer to the enrollment form for general information and conditions.

Cruise price is based on sharing a twin-bedded stateroom with private bathroom. Prices are based on rates, taxes and fees effective September, 2015. Prices are subject to change due to factors beyond our control. This cruise will operate with a minimum of two members as listed - an escort will accompany the group with a minimum of 20 travelling.

Final payment will be due June 1, 2016 Deposit will be $800 per person

To reserve your spot on this tour, simply complete the enclosed enrolment form, indicating the tour you wish to join and your home city, and forward it with your deposit to:

CRAIG CANADIAN GROUP TRAVEL LTD 1092 Mount Pleasant Road Toronto ON M4P 2M6

Tel: 416-484-0926 or 1-800-387-8890 / Fax: 416-484-8143 Email: cruises@craigtravel.com

www.craigtravel.com Shore Excursions are not included in your cruise cost, allowing you the freedom to choose from several optional tours that will be offered in each port. Excursions will be available for purchase through the Holland America Line website or after embarkation.

CT RATING 1 - Leisurely: This cruise is suitable for all passengers who meet our basic criteria for group travel.

The Barbary apes (macaques, really) cavort through it all, popular despite their tendency toward thievery.

Malaga, Spain: The walls of the Phoenician city are visible in the basement of the Picasso Museum. The best-preserved Moorish citadel in Spain is located next to the Roman theatre, which was rediscovered in 1951. The nearby caves of Nerja provided refuge to humans 30,000 years ago and modern tourists nowadays alight along the Costa Del Sol during the eight-month-long summer season. Visit the old castles and museums or simply relax at the beaches, chewing some scenery with a Malaga sweet wine and a plate of tapas.

Castellon de la Plana, Spain: Wander around the Old Town and visit the impressive Gothic Cathedral of Santa Maria la Mayor. Allow yourself some shopping time at the market and contemplate the bel tower El Fadri, a unique octagonal building built in the 16th Century.

Barcelona, Spain: Barcelona effuses the ancient, the modernist, and the Gaudi. Legend has it the city was founded by Hercules 400 years before the founding of Rome. Whatever the truth, the city today is a global capital of commerce, fashion, culture, and sunshine (with about 300 days of it a year). Extend your cruise with a stopover in this enticing city. Start with a walk down Las Ramblas, the glorious tree-shaded thoroughfare at the heart of the city. Then claim a patch of sand on one of the city beaches and most of all, see what visionary architect Antoni Gaudi wrought. Seven of his creations have been honored as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including La Sagrada Familia, the Park Guell, and Casa Mila.

The delightful Portuguese capital city, Lisbon

A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARES

Airfares shown are based on estimates made November 2015 and are to be used as a guideline. Domestic fares, taxes, and fuel surcharges are subject to change until ticketing. Should you have specific flight preferences please advise Craig Travel at time of initial booking.