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From Cape Town, South Africa to Singapore

Seabourn Quest

February 2, 2012 – 25 Days

Best Available Fares from $15,240

Itinerary

Date Port Arrival Depart Feb 2 TH Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa
Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain and flanked by Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town is known by South Africans simply as ‘the Cape,’ an acknowledgment of its uniqueness and its status as the Mother City. The first area to be settled by Europeans in the 17th century, it is today a major seaport and the legislative capital of South Africa. The feeling here is not African but cosmopolitan, and a sense of history remains. The oldest existing building is the Castle of Good Hope, dating from 1697. Around its gardens are located the most important cultural and historic buildings of the city.

3 F Cape Town, South Africa

Cape Town, South Africa
Nestled at the foot of Table Mountain and flanked by Devil’s Peak and Lion’s Head, Cape Town is known by South Africans simply as ‘the Cape,’ an acknowledgment of its uniqueness and its status as the Mother City. The first area to be settled by Europeans in the 17th century, it is today a major seaport and the legislative capital of South Africa. The feeling here is not African but cosmopolitan, and a sense of history remains. The oldest existing building is the Castle of Good Hope, dating from 1697. Around its gardens are located the most important cultural and historic buildings of the city.

5:00 PM 4 S Cruising The Indian Ocean     5 SU Port Elizabeth, South Africa

Port Elizabeth, South Africa
Port Elizabeth is the third largest port and the fifth largest city in South Africa. Covering the steep hills overlooking Algoa Bay, the sites of PE, as it is commonly known, includes its charming countryside, the old port, the seafront and the beaches. The main attractions lie inland, including the game reserves, including the Addo Elephant National Park, the most famous and popular destination for visitors to Port Elizabeth.

8:00 AM 6:00 PM 6 M Cruising The Indian Ocean     7 T Durban, South Africa

Durban, South Africa
At its founding in 1835, the city was named in honor of the then Governor of the Cape, Sir Benjamin D’Urban. Sugar cane transformed Durban into a vital port city, and its attractive parks and meticulously groomed gardens continue to testify to the land’s richness. Today the city sprawls along the coast, its golden beaches hugging the blue Indian Ocean.

8:00 AM 10:00 PM 8 W Cruising The Indian Ocean     9 TH Maputo, Mozambique

Maputo, Mozambique
One of Africa’s more appealing capitals, Maputo has wide avenues, relaxed street cafes and a lively cultural scene. The city museum and market are worth a look, as are the Central Railway Station and curious Iron House, both designed by Gustave Eiffel. After years of civil war, Mozambique, home to 1,500 miles of pristine Indian Ocean beachfront, is one of Africa’s rising stars. There is no shortage of things to do and see in Maputo, from history to art to culture to the outdoors, the attractions are plentiful.

8:00 AM 5:00 PM 10 F Cruising The Indian Ocean     11 S Cruising The Indian Ocean     12 SU Cruising The Indian Ocean     13 M Pointe Des Galets, Reunion

Pointe Des Galets, Reunion
Located about 480 miles east of Madagascar, Réunion is the largest of the Mascarene Islands. The archipelago, consisting of Rodrigues, Mauritius and Réunion, was named following its discovery in 1512 by the Portuguese navigator, Pedro de Mascarenhas. Since 1946, Réunion has been administered by France as an Overseas Department, with St. Denis as its capital. The island is best known for the rugged beauty of its interior, and major attractions include the still active volcano, Piton de la Fournaise, and three extinct craters known as cirques. Although the island has its share of beaches, most visitors come here for the stunning vistas of the interior.

8:00 AM 5:00 PM 14 T Port Louis, Mauritius

Port Louis, Mauritius
Located just off the east coast of Madagascar, Mauritius is fast making a name for itself as one of the best tropical destinations in the Indian Ocean. A volcanic island approximately 10 million years old, Mauritius is thought to be the peak of an enormous sunken volcanic chain stretching from the Seychelles to Réunion. Mauritius possesses a unique marine environment, surrounded by one of the largest unbroken coral reefs on the planet. Conservationists are now campaigning to protect its white coral sand beaches and fragile ecosystem.

8:00 AM 5:00 PM 15 W Cruising The Indian Ocean     16 TH Cruising The Indian Ocean     17 F Cruising The Indian Ocean     18 S Cruising The Indian Ocean     19 SU Male, Maldives

Male, Maldives
Known to only a few, this tropical paradise of countless tiny islands is scattered over 34,000 square miles. Tiny specks in a vast expanse of ocean, only 199 of some 1190 coral islands are inhabited. The islands form 26 natural atolls, each enclosed by a coral reef cut by several deep natural channels. A protective coral reef and shallow lagoon also surround each island. As most of the islands are no more than 7 feet above sea level, there are no hills or rivers in the Maldives. What you will see are tall palms, white sandy beaches, turquoise lagoons and crystal clear waters. The protective reefs are home to magnificent underwater gardens, and millions of multicolored fish, corals and shells.

Arrangements have been made for you to use the facilities of a beautiful island resort. Here, where the waves caress your bare feet and your head is filled with the scent of frangipani and hibiscus, you can relax and enjoy the natural beauty surrounding the resort. And, when you get hungry, indulge in a sumptuous Seabourn-style B.B.Q. lunch.

8:00 AM 5:00 PM 20 M Cruising The Indian Ocean     21 T Colombo, Sri Lanka

Colombo, Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka – a name that calls to mind the exotic and mysterious. This is a land of primeval jungles inhabited by leopards and elephants, wondrous ruins of the great civilizations of ages past, and a modern city, Colombo, where western technology is superimposed on the frenzy of a traditional Asian metropolis. As Ceylon the island became famous for producing the world’s finest teas. Bright fragrant spices, sparkling sapphires, and the colorful trappings of a variety of ceremonies and religious festivals make this a most rewarding destination for those who keep their eyes and ears open.

The most interesting aspects of Sri Lanka are inland and away from Colombo. Guests are encouraged to take the Kandy tour which will offer a unique experience.

7:00 AM 8:00 PM 22 W Cruising The Indian Ocean     23 TH Cruising The Indian Ocean     24 F Cruising The Indian Ocean     25 S Penang, Malaysia

Penang, Malaysia
The name Penang comes from the Malay word for betel nut, Palau Pinang. Ever since its founding over two centuries ago, Penang has been a favored destination of travelers for both its scenic beauty and places of ethnic and historic significance. Today, Penang is one of the most culturally diverse destinations in Malaysia. Established in 1786 as a trading post by the British, the island is a contemporary metropolis with old world charm, offering the best of both worlds and maintaining its illustrious, rich heritage.

1:00 PM 11:00 PM 26 SU Cruising The Strait Of Malakka     27 M Singapore

Singapore
Founded as a British trading colony in 1819, Singapore joined the Malaysian Federation in 1963. Two years later, it became an independent island-state, developing into one of the world’s most prosperous countries. With ultra-modern skyscrapers combined with a medley of Chinese, Indian and Malay influences, Singapore is a dynamic city rich in contrast and color, exhibiting a harmonious blend of culture, cuisine, arts and architecture.

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Rates

* This category is wait list only. Please check back frequently for availability.

All fares are in U.S. dollars, cruise only, per person, double occupancy, subject to availability. Seabourn reserves the right to charge a fuel supplement for all guests, without prior notice, if the NYMEX oil price exceeds $70.00 per barrel, and may collect such a supplement even if the cruise fare has been paid in full. All suite categories may not be available. All Early Booking Savings (EBS), Combination Savings and Grand Voyage Savings are off brochure fares, are capacity controlled, may change without notice and are available only to residents of the Americas. Government fees and taxes of $ 153.09 per person are not included. Certain restrictions apply. Information herein is accurate at time of printing. Seabourn reserves the right to correct errors.

Please Note: Owner’s Suites #’s 5 & 6 of Seabourn Pride, Spirit & Legend, have an obstructed view from the living room windows due to ship’s equipment; as well the private verandah will have an over head obstruction due to the overhang presence of the ship’s life boat.

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