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Itinerary

Day 1: Singapore
Day 2: Port Klang
Day 3: Langkawi Island
Day 4: Phuket
Day 5: Cruising the Andaman Sea
Day 6: Cruising the Laccadive Sea
Day 7: Galle
Day 8: Colombo
Day 9: Cochin
Day 10: Mangalore
Day 11: Mormugao, Goa
Day 12: Cruising the Laccadive Sea
Day 13: Male
Day 14: Cruising the Arabian Sea
Day 15: Cruising the Arabian Sea
Day 16: Cruising the Arabian Sea
Day 17: Praslin Island
Day 18: Mahé
Day 19: Mahé
Day 20: Cruising the Indian Ocean
Day 21: Nosy Bé
Day 22: Mayotte Island
Day 23: Cruising the Mozambique Channel
Day 24: Cruising the Mozambique Channel
Day 25: Maputo
Day 26: Richards Bay
Day 27: Richards Bay
Day 28: Durban
Day 29: Cruising the Indian Ocean
Day 30: Mossel Bay
Day 31: Cape Town
Day 32: Cape Town
Day 33: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 34: Walvis Bay
Day 35: Walvis Bay
Day 36: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 37: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 38: Luanda
Day 39: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 40: Principe
Day 41: Cruising the Gulf of Guinea
Day 42: Cotonou
Day 43: Takoradi
Day 44: Abidjan
Day 45: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 46: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 47: Dakar
Day 48: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 49: Porto Grande
Day 50: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 51: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 52: Santa Cruz de La Palma
Day 53: Funchal, Madeira
Day 54: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 55: Lisbon
Day 1: Singapore

The main island of Singapore is shaped like a flattened diamond, 42 km (26 miles) east to west and 23 km (14 miles) north to south. Near the northern peak is the causeway leading to West Malaysia—Kuala Lumpur is less than four hours away by car. It is at the southern foot where you will find most of the city-state’s action, with its gleaming office towers, working docks, and futuristic “supertrees,” which are solar-powered and serve as vertical gardens. Offshore are Sentosa and over 60 smaller islands, most uninhabited, that serve as bases for oil refining or as playgrounds and beach escapes from the city. To the east is Changi International Airport, connected to the city by metro, bus, and a tree-lined parkway. Of the island’s total land area, more than half is built up, with the balance made up of parkland, farmland, plantations, swamp areas, and rain forest. Well-paved roads connect all parts of the island, and Singapore city has an excellent, and constantly expanding, public transportation system. The heart of Singapore’s history and its modern wealth are in and around the Central Business District. The area includes the skyscrapers in the Central Business District, the 19th-century Raffles Hotel, the convention centers of Marina Square, on up to the top of Ft. Canning. Although most of old Singapore has been knocked down to make way for the modern city, most colonial landmarks have been preserved in the CBD, including early-19th-century buildings designed by the Irish architect George Coleman.

Day 2: Port Klang

Kuala Lumpur, or KL as locals refer to it, intrigues visitors with its diversity and multicultural character. The city’s old quarter features stretches of shop houses that hint at its colonial past, while modern buildings—including the iconic Petronas Towers—give a glimpse of its modern financial ambitions. The city is filled with culturally colorful quarters dedicated to Chinese, Malay, and Indian communities. New shopping malls with designer labels, five-star hotels, and top-notch restaurants also proliferate in this bustling city of 1.6 million.

Day 3: Langkawi Island

On Malaysia’s west coast, Langkawi is an archipelago made up of 99 islands. The only real settlement is on the main island, Pulau Langkawi. This popular beach destination attracts divers from around the world to explore the sea life, and after being declared a duty-free zone back in the ’80s, it has become a favorite shopping spot for visitors seeking cheap booze. You’ll find sightseeing attractions—such as national parks, a cable car ride, and a large aquarium—throughout this island of lush rainforests. However, it’s the long stretches of sandy beach that attract most visitors to this tropical paradise.

Day 4: Phuket

Though few tourists linger here, Phuket Town, the provincial capital, is one of the more culturally interesting places on the island to spend half a day. About one-third of the island’s population lives here, and the town is an intriguing mix of old Sino-Portuguese architecture and the influences of the Chinese, Muslims, and Thais that inhabit it. The old Chinese quarter along Talang Street is especially good for a stroll, as its history has not yet been replaced by modern concrete and tile. And this same area has a variety of antiques shops, art studios, and trendy cafés. Besides Talang, the major thoroughfares are Ratsada, Phuket, and Ranong roads. Ratsada connects Phuket Road (where you’ll find the Tourism Authority of Thailand office) to Ranong Road, where there’s an aromatic local market filled with fruits, vegetables, spices, and meats.

Day 5: Cruising the Andaman Sea
Day 6: Cruising the Laccadive Sea
Day 7: Galle

Galle is the administrative capital of the Southern Province in Sri Lanka. The city has a beautiful tropical setting with Dutch-colonial architecture. Explore the maritime museums, try some of the delicacies and explore the shops for souvenirs.

Day 8: Colombo

Sri Lanka’s capital and largest city, Colombo offers fine restaurants, a buzzing nightlife scene, and good museums, parks, and beautiful Buddhist temples that are all worth visiting. The beach resort of Mt. Lavinia is only a short taxi ride from the downtown area and offers a golden, sandy beach and sunset views to die for. As an exciting blur of colors and cultures, Colombo presents a neatly packaged microcosm of this island nation.

Day 9: Cochin

Kochi, formerly and still commonly known as Cochin, is one of the west coast’s largest and oldest ports. The streets behind the docks of the historic Fort Cochin and Mattancherry districts are lined with old merchant houses, godowns (warehouses), and open courtyards heaped with betel nuts, ginger, peppercorns, and tea. Throughout the second millennium this ancient city exported spices, coffee, and coir (the fiber made from coconut husks), and imported culture and religion from Europe, China, and the Middle East. Today Kochi has a synagogue, several mosques, Portuguese Catholic churches, Hindu temples, and the United Church of South India (an amalgamation of several Protestant denominations). The city is spread out over mainland, peninsula, and islands. Ernakulam, on the mainland 2 km (3 miles) from the harbor, is the commercial center and the one-time capital of the former state of Cochin. Willingdon Island, which was created by dredging the harbor, holds several luxury hotels as well as a navy base. The beautiful Bolghatty Island, north of Ernakulam, is a favorite picnic spot for locals. On it there’s a government-run hotel in a colonial structure that was once used by the Dutch governor and later by the British Resident. Another local favorite is Cherai beach on Vypin Island, which is a 10-minute ferry ride from Fort Cochin. The Fort Cochin district, Kochi’s historic center, is at the northern tip of the Mattancherry peninsula. Houses here often recall Tudor manors; some have been converted to hotels, others remain in the hands of the venerable tea and trading companies. South of Fort Cochin, in the Mattancherry district, is where you’ll find the city’s dwindling Jewish community. Their small neighborhood, called Jew Town, which is now dotted with cafés and shops selling curios and antiques, is centered on the synagogue.

Day 10: Mangalore

New Mangalore Port, established in 1974, is the major port of Karnataka. It has the distinction of the ninth biggest port of India. Its construction got completed in 12 years using the latest technology to provide the best port facilities. The port has been established in such a way that it can bear all kinds of climatic hazards. Mangalore is named after the goddess Mangaladevi. Mangalore is a panorama of palm-fringed beaches, lush green fields and enchanting forests. It is sheltered by the soaring western ghats on the east and the mighty Arabian sea roaring along its western shores. With an important port, this coastal town is a major commercial centre that still retains its old world charm-old tile-roofed buildings amidst coconut groves, fishing boats silhouetted against the darkening skyline, fishermen hauling in rich catch of fish, sea food served in spicy coconut curries.

Day 11: Mormugao, Goa

As the gateway to Goa, Mormugao is a storied city, surrounded by beaches, fascinating heritage sites, and ocean-wary fortifications. As a former capital of Portuguese India, the colonisers who landed here embarked on an extensive programme of fortification, springing up defences along the region’s pretty beaches. Mormugao was also an important location for the spread of Christianity, with significant missionaries landing here including Saint Francis Xavier – whose final resting place can be found in Old Goa.

Day 12: Cruising the Laccadive Sea
Day 13: Male

There are many nations around the world with bragging rights to miles of pristine white coral sand and balmy turquoise seas but few can take it to the same level as the Maldives. Its 1,200 islands are spread out over 26 coral atolls; the combined land of all the islands is little more than 100 square miles. That means you are rarely more than a few steps from the beach. Many of the villas are actually built on stilts out over the water, so you may actually have to walk onshore in order to get to the beach. Besides curling your toes in the sand, many people come here to sample the Maldives enviable world-class dive spots. Others simply snorkel among the endless coral reefs. There are so many coral atolls here that our English word derives from the Maldivian name atholhu.

Day 14: Cruising the Arabian Sea
Day 15: Cruising the Arabian Sea
Day 16: Cruising the Arabian Sea
Day 17: Praslin Island

Forty kilometers (25 miles) northeast of Mahé, Praslin is just a 15-minute flight or 45-minute ferry ride away. Praslin, at 11 km (7 miles) long and 4 km (2.5 miles) wide, is the second-largest island in the Seychelles. First settled as a hideaway by pirates and Arab merchants, the island’s original name, Isle de Palmes, bears testament to its reputation as home of the Vallée de Mai UNESCO World Heritage Site: the only place in the world where the famous Coco de Mer, the world’s heaviest nut, grows abundantly in the wild. Praslin’s endemic palm forests shelter many rare species, and the island is a major bird-watching destination. Surrounded by a coral reef, majestic bays, and gorgeous beaches, Praslin is much quieter and less developed than Mahé. With few real “sights,” the pleasures of Praslin largely involve relaxing in or exploring its stunning beaches and fantastical forests.

Day 18: Mahé

Like jade-coloured jewels in the Indian Ocean, the more than 100 Seychelles Islands are often regarded as the Garden of Eden. Lying just four degrees south of the equator, the Seychelles are some 1,000 miles (1,610 km) from the nearest mainland Africa. Little more than 200 years ago, all 115 islands were uninhabited. Then in 1742 a French ship dispatched from Mauritius sailed into one of the small bays. Captain Lazare Picault was the first to explore these unnamed islands. He encountered breathtaking vistas of rugged mountains, lagoons, coral atolls, splendid beaches and secluded coves. After Picault sailed away, the islands remained untouched for the next 14 years. Then France took possession of the seven islands in the Mahé group. During an expedition Captain Morphey named them the Sechelles, in honour of Vicomte Moreau de Sechelles. This name was later anglicised to Seychelles. The first settlers arrived at St. Anne’s Island in 1770; 15 years later the population of Mahé consisted of seven Europeans and 123 slaves. Today there are about 80,000 Seychellois, the majority of whom live on Mahé; the rest are scattered in small communities throughout the archipelago. The people are a fusion of three continents – Africa, Asia and Europe. This has created a unique culture and the use of three languages – Creole, French and English. Mahé is the largest island in the archipelago and the location of the capital, Victoria. Ringed by steep, magnificent mountains, few capitals can claim a more beautiful backdrop. The town features a mixture of modern and indigenous architecture; it is the centre of business and commerce thanks to the extensive port facilities. Noteworthy sites in Victoria are the museum, cathedral, government house, clock tower, botanical gardens and an open-air market. The major attractions are found outside of town where the island’s quiet, lazy atmosphere delights visitors. With 68 pristine, white sand beaches, Mahé boasts more beaches and tourist facilities than any of the other Seychelles Islands. Beautiful and remote Mahé with its green-clad mountains and palm-fringed beaches is indeed an island of abundance; pleasant surprises are around every bend in the trail. Come ashore and discover for yourself this marvellous island paradise.

Day 19: Mahé

Like jade-coloured jewels in the Indian Ocean, the more than 100 Seychelles Islands are often regarded as the Garden of Eden. Lying just four degrees south of the equator, the Seychelles are some 1,000 miles (1,610 km) from the nearest mainland Africa. Little more than 200 years ago, all 115 islands were uninhabited. Then in 1742 a French ship dispatched from Mauritius sailed into one of the small bays. Captain Lazare Picault was the first to explore these unnamed islands. He encountered breathtaking vistas of rugged mountains, lagoons, coral atolls, splendid beaches and secluded coves. After Picault sailed away, the islands remained untouched for the next 14 years. Then France took possession of the seven islands in the Mahé group. During an expedition Captain Morphey named them the Sechelles, in honour of Vicomte Moreau de Sechelles. This name was later anglicised to Seychelles. The first settlers arrived at St. Anne’s Island in 1770; 15 years later the population of Mahé consisted of seven Europeans and 123 slaves. Today there are about 80,000 Seychellois, the majority of whom live on Mahé; the rest are scattered in small communities throughout the archipelago. The people are a fusion of three continents – Africa, Asia and Europe. This has created a unique culture and the use of three languages – Creole, French and English. Mahé is the largest island in the archipelago and the location of the capital, Victoria. Ringed by steep, magnificent mountains, few capitals can claim a more beautiful backdrop. The town features a mixture of modern and indigenous architecture; it is the centre of business and commerce thanks to the extensive port facilities. Noteworthy sites in Victoria are the museum, cathedral, government house, clock tower, botanical gardens and an open-air market. The major attractions are found outside of town where the island’s quiet, lazy atmosphere delights visitors. With 68 pristine, white sand beaches, Mahé boasts more beaches and tourist facilities than any of the other Seychelles Islands. Beautiful and remote Mahé with its green-clad mountains and palm-fringed beaches is indeed an island of abundance; pleasant surprises are around every bend in the trail. Come ashore and discover for yourself this marvellous island paradise.

Day 20: Cruising the Indian Ocean
Day 21: Nosy Bé

Nosy Bé, meaning Big Island in the Malagasy language, lies just a stone’s throw off Madagascar’s northwest coast. It is a remote and exotic destination. With its deserted beaches, rustic hotels and unhurried pace, it attracts travellers looking for a laid-back vacation. The fertile island is the centre for the production of perfume essence from the ylang-ylang trees. The heady scent of their flowers gave Nosy Bé the name “Perfumed Isle.” Other local products include sugar cane, coffee, vanilla and pepper; they are grown for export in large plantations. Hellville, the island’s main town and port, is situated in a sheltered bay. It is named after a former French governor, Admiral de Hell. The town features a few old colonial buildings, a busy market, some small boutiques and tourist shops along the busy main street. At the quayside, vendors display embroidered linens, wood carvings and straw articles. Trips into the lush countryside may include a ride up to Mt. Passot. At 950 feet (285 metres), this is the highest point on the island. The view from the top offers an extensive panorama of crater lakes nestled between verdant hills. Most visitors make the boat trip to Nosy Komba. The tiny island is known for its lemur reserve. These arboreal primates, with their large eyes, soft fur and long curling tails, have lived unharmed for centuries in the forest behind Ampangorina village. The lemurs are a popular tourist attraction and a profitable source of income to the small local community.

Day 22: Mayotte Island
Day 23: Cruising the Mozambique Channel
Day 24: Cruising the Mozambique Channel
Day 25: Maputo

The city of Maputo was founded towards the end of the 18th century, and is influenced by a variety of cultures including Bantu, Arabian and Portuguese. Surrounded by beautiful colonial architecture and stunning natural scenery, it is an ideal base from which to explore the region. The scars from past wars and conflict are still evident, but the city is clearly regenerating, and the original beauty and cultural attractions of the area can easily be appreciated by visitors.

Day 26: Richards Bay

South Africa’s largest harbour is located on a lagoon on the Mhlatuze River on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal and takes its name from Admiral Sir F W Richards who sailed into the bay to deliver supplies to the troops during the Anglo/Zulu War of 1879. The Richards Bay lagoon was declared a game reserve in 1935, when conservationists objected to the growing industrialisation here. This however did nothing to halt development. Instead a compromise was agreed and a wall was built across the length of the bay to divide the lagoon. The north side became the seaport and the south remained a sanctuary for waterfowl and wildlife. The lagoon is famous for being the site where the longest crocodile ever recorded was shot by hunter John Dunn – it measured over 20 feet. The town was built on the shores of the lagoon in 1954 and although it was only a small fishing community in the 1960s, the development of the deep water harbour and railway in 1976 prompted the growth of the much larger township you see today. The bustling town is now a popular holiday destination with its unspoilt beaches at the edge of the Indian Ocean, year-round sunshine and excellent recreational facilities including surfing and fishing. It is also an excellent gateway to Zululand and the KwaZulu wildlife reserves. Richards Bay has recently undergone a major renovation that has given the town a Caribbean feel.

Day 27: Richards Bay

South Africa’s largest harbour is located on a lagoon on the Mhlatuze River on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal and takes its name from Admiral Sir F W Richards who sailed into the bay to deliver supplies to the troops during the Anglo/Zulu War of 1879. The Richards Bay lagoon was declared a game reserve in 1935, when conservationists objected to the growing industrialisation here. This however did nothing to halt development. Instead a compromise was agreed and a wall was built across the length of the bay to divide the lagoon. The north side became the seaport and the south remained a sanctuary for waterfowl and wildlife. The lagoon is famous for being the site where the longest crocodile ever recorded was shot by hunter John Dunn – it measured over 20 feet. The town was built on the shores of the lagoon in 1954 and although it was only a small fishing community in the 1960s, the development of the deep water harbour and railway in 1976 prompted the growth of the much larger township you see today. The bustling town is now a popular holiday destination with its unspoilt beaches at the edge of the Indian Ocean, year-round sunshine and excellent recreational facilities including surfing and fishing. It is also an excellent gateway to Zululand and the KwaZulu wildlife reserves. Richards Bay has recently undergone a major renovation that has given the town a Caribbean feel.

Day 28: Durban

Durban, a glistening jewel on the south-east coast of Africa, is the third largest city in South Africa and the major city of KwaZulu-Natal. It has been a centre of sea trade since before colonisation and now has a flourishing artistic centre, which perfectly complements the vibrant markets and rich cultures of the city. Durban’s port is a natural half-moon harbour lined with white sand and azure water, punctuated by the port’s many piers which reach into the water like the leaves of a fan. The beaches of Durban’s famous Golden Mile stretch along the harbour and are popular all year round, as travellers and locals alike enjoy Durban’s warm, humid summers and mild, dry winters.

Day 29: Cruising the Indian Ocean
Day 30: Mossel Bay
Day 31: Cape Town

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world’s most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town’s weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

Day 32: Cape Town

Sometimes referred to as the Mother City, Cape Town is the most famous port in South Africa and is influenced by many different cultures, including Dutch, British and Malay. The port was founded in 1652 by Dutch explorer Jan Van Riebeeck, and evidence of Dutch colonial rule remains throughout the region. The port is located on one of the world’s most important trade routes, and is mainly a container port and handler of fresh fruit. Fishing is another vital industry, with large Asian fishing fleets using Cape Town as a logistical repair base for much of the year. The region is famous for its natural beauty, with the imposing Table Mountain and Lions Head, as well as the many nature reserves and botanical gardens such as Kirstenbosch which boasts an extensive range of indigenous plant life, including proteas and ferns. Cape Town’s weather is mercurial, and can change from beautiful sunshine to dramatic thunderstorms within a short period. A local adage is that in Cape Town you can experience four seasons in one day.

Day 33: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 34: Walvis Bay

Once a whaling station, Walvis Bay provides a gateway to the extraordinary desert landscapes of Namibia and is itself an area of unusual natural beauty. The showpiece of the Walvis Bay area is the natural lagoon where you can see flamingos in their thousands at certain times of the year, along with a variety of other wading birds such as the white pelican. Further inland you will find the stunning Namib Desert, which provides an unlikely home for a diverse array of wildlife. Alternatively, you could venture into the desert of Sossusvlei, whose mountainous ochre sand dunes are said to be the highest in the world, or visit the colonial town of Swakopmund.

Day 35: Walvis Bay

Once a whaling station, Walvis Bay provides a gateway to the extraordinary desert landscapes of Namibia and is itself an area of unusual natural beauty. The showpiece of the Walvis Bay area is the natural lagoon where you can see flamingos in their thousands at certain times of the year, along with a variety of other wading birds such as the white pelican. Further inland you will find the stunning Namib Desert, which provides an unlikely home for a diverse array of wildlife. Alternatively, you could venture into the desert of Sossusvlei, whose mountainous ochre sand dunes are said to be the highest in the world, or visit the colonial town of Swakopmund.

Day 36: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 37: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 38: Luanda

To visit Luanda is to witness the inhabitants of Angola rebuild a great city with their newly-acquired wealth. The sense of pride and confidence is overwhelming, and is demonstrated by the city’s new highways and skyscrapers, and by the wildlife and habitat rehabilitation programmes being carried out by the conservation authorities. The modern city of Luanda was founded in 1575 by Portuguese explorer Paulo Dias de Novais, and soon became a centre for trade between Portugal’s African colonies and Brazil. Apart from a short period of Dutch occupation, Luanda was under Portuguese rule until 1974. In the four decades since independence, Angola has become a peaceful and increasingly prosperous country, rich in diamonds and Africa’s second largest oil producer: many international companies now have head offices in Luanda. Please note: Owing to the destruction caused to the country’s infrastructure during the civil war that ended in 2002, Angola lost much of its ability to produce and distribute food: the resulting heavy import duties and high taxes have driven up the cost of goods and services, making Luanda one of the world’s most expensive cities. The price of excursions in this port reflects the prevailing local conditions.

Day 39: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 40: Principe

Located in the Gulf of Guinea on the west coast of Africa, Principe island is twinned with Sao Tome and home to beautiful scenery and a rich culture. Enjoy the beautiful walks in Obo Natural Park, dive into the depths off the coasts of the many beaches and take a boat trip to see the whales and dolphins surrounding the islands.

Day 41: Cruising the Gulf of Guinea
Day 42: Cotonou

Tucked between Nigeria and Togo in Benin is the busy trading port of Cotonou. Named a “market town” for its coastal placement and lucrative palm oil and textile trades, Cotonou is a sprawling amorphous city, swaddled between the Atlantic coast and Lake Nakoué. Because of its especial geographical situation, Cotonou is bursting with life — visitors disembarking here will find a colourful port, alive with economic activity and very much the capital (although not in name, the official capital is Porto-Novo to the east) of the trading industry.

Day 43: Takoradi

Ghana’s fourth-largest city plays serene beaches against a bustling commercial centre. People from around the world visit the shore, both for its beauty and to enjoy the fresh seafood served right on the sands. Frantic city life awaits a short distance inland, where an economy fuelled by Ghana’s oil industry is most apparent in the maze of vendors at Market Circle.

Day 44: Abidjan

Three hours south of Yamoussoukro, nestled in between the canals and waterways, lies Abidjan the economic capital of the Ivory Coast. Considered the crossroads of West Africa both economically and culturally, Abidjan benefits from clement temperatures year round, reaching average highs of around 88˚ Fahrenheit, or 30˚ Celsius. Like much of West Africa, this city has cachet and soul, and enjoys a diversity of cultures, traditions and people, notably through the French influence, but also through the steady stream of tourists that make the city both vibrant and cosmopolitan. Although its reputation was tarnished during the civil war in 2011, Abidjan held firm and has blossomed into a stunning coastal city, ripe for exploration.

Day 45: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 46: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 47: Dakar

Dakar, set at the tip of the Cape Vert peninsula, is West Africa’s westernmost point and the capital of French-speaking Senegal. Although it was not founded until 1857, it is West Africa’s oldest European city and one of the most westernised. The opening of the Dakar-St Louis railway in 1885 put the town on the map; it subsequently became a French naval base and in 1904, the capital of Afrique Occidentale Française. It bears the legacy of Africa’s French colonial past, especially so in the downtown Plateau area, where the architecture is redolent of southern France. Every inch a modern city, Dakar is a frenetic buzz of activity, which can be startling. Perhaps sample the popular mint tea and try your hand at bartering in the colourful craft markets for traditional embroidery, woodcarvings, metalwork and costume jewellery.

Day 48: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 49: Porto Grande

The crescent of volcanic islands which form the Cape Verde archipelago lie 310 miles off the Senegal coast. Despite the name (Green Cape), all the islands are barren, but they offer dramatic mountain scenery and pristine beaches. The Portuguese started colonising the islands during the 15th century and during the 16th century the archipelago became important for the supply of water and rations to boats sailing to America, Europe and Africa, and as a base for slave warehouses. The Cape Verde Islands obtained their independence from Portugal in 1975 and, although the isles may be African geographically speaking, they have retained a strong Latin flavour. Porto Grande, the port for Mindelo, is on the windward isle of São Vicente and covers an area of 88 square miles. Over 90% of the island’s inhabitants live in the capital of Mindelo, where the historic centre is characterised by old colonial houses and commemorative monuments. Please note that excursions from this port will be operated by basic minibuses: these vehicles are the best available, but lack air-conditioning, reclining seats and seat belts, and have no space for the storage of walkers or wheelchairs.

Day 50: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 51: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 52: Santa Cruz de La Palma

Also known as ‘La Isla Bonita’ (the beautiful island), La Palma is typified by lush forests of pine, laurel and fern which contrast with the rugged splendour of the gigantic Taburiente crater. The island is dotted with attractive villages, which are a delight to discover, and the capital Santa Cruz also makes for an interesting day of exploration. Perched on the edge of the volcanic crater of La Caldereta, Santa Cruz comfortably blends modern architecture with old colonial buildings. Perhaps visit the fascinating Natural History Museum, stroll around the historic quarters and the Plaza de Espana or travel a few miles outside the city to the exquisite Church of Our Lady. If you enjoy shopping, you can find reasonably priced silver jewellery, leather goods and beautifully embroidered clothes, tablecloths and napkins, a speciality of the Canary Islands.

Day 53: Funchal, Madeira

Formed by a volcanic eruption, Madeira lies in the Gulf Stream, about 500 miles due west of Casablanca. Discovered by Portuguese explorer João Gonçalves Zarco in 1419, this beautiful island became part of Portugal’s vast empire and was named for the dense forest which cloaked it – ‘Madeira’ means ‘wood’ in Portuguese. Sugar plantations first brought wealth here, and when King Charles II of England granted an exclusive franchise to sell wine to England and its colonies, many British emigrants were drawn to the capital, Funchal. Today’s travellers come to Madeira for the varied and luxuriant scenery, from mountain slopes covered with vines to picturesque villages and a profusion of wild flowers. The natural beauty of the island has earned it many pseudonyms such as ‘The Floating Garden of the Atlantic’, ‘The Island of Eternal Springtime’ and ‘God’s Botanical Gardens’ and our selection of excursions aim to show you why.

Day 54: Cruising the Atlantic Ocean
Day 55: Lisbon

Set on seven hills on the banks of the River Tagus, Lisbon has been the capital of Portugal since the 13th century. It is a city famous for its majestic architecture, old wooden trams, Moorish features and more than twenty centuries of history. Following disastrous earthquakes in the 18th century, Lisbon was rebuilt by the Marques de Pombal who created an elegant city with wide boulevards and a great riverfront and square, Praça do Comércio. Today there are distinct modern and ancient sections, combining great shopping with culture and sightseeing in the Old Town, built on the city’s terraced hillsides. The distance between the ship and your tour vehicle may vary. This distance is not included in the excursion grades.

Master Suite
Grand Suite
Mariner Suite
Seven Seas Suite
Horizon View Suite
Penthouse Suite
Concierge Suite
Deluxe Veranda Suite
Master Suite

You’ll find Park Avenue chic onboard Seven Seas Mariner® in this spectacular suite. Elegant rosewood furniture, luxe fabrics and a crystal chandelier create sophisticated comfort, while a personal butler is available to fulfil whatever requests you may have. With two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, a large living room and two private balconies, this sublime suite is perfect for hosting new friends in luxury.

Layout

  • 2 Spacious Bedrooms with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed

  • 2 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
  • Spacious Living Room
  • 2 Private Balconies
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 5 Guests

Amenities

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: 

    Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage

  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
  • Personal Butler
  • Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
  • Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
  • Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
  • Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
  • Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
  • 1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
  • Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
  • Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
  • 24-Hour Room Service with Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
  • Tea Forte Set-Up
  • Personalized Stationery
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Complimentary Shore Excursion Bag
  • Delivery of Up to Three Daily Newspapers
  • World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Bath Scale
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Grand Suite

Step into the richness of a dining area perfectly ensconced within a spacious, art-filled living room. Just outside is a private balcony with a table and chairs just right for in-suite breakfast. The master bedroom is large and inviting, its soothing color palette conducive to a peaceful night’s rest on your King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed. Two full baths and luxurious bath products invite you to indulge in unbridled ‘me time’.

Layout

  • 1 Spacious Bedroom With European King-Sized Suite Slumber Bed®

  • 2 Marble Bathrooms
  • Spacious Living Room
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

Amenities

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: 

    Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage

  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Guerlain Fragrance and Spongelle Buffer
  • Personal Butler
  • Priority Check-in on embarkation day with suite access at Noon
  • Welcome Bottle of Premium Champagne
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • VIP Status to Include Dinner with a Senior Officer
  • Welcome Letter from President and General Manager
  • Complimentary Cocktail Party for 8
  • Personalized In-Suite Full-Liquor Bar Set-Up
  • 1 Sumptuous In-Suite Caviar Service
  • Guaranteed Reservation Each Night in Specialty Restaurant of Your Choice†
  • Complimentary 25-Minute Personal Fitness Session at the Serene Spa & Wellness™ Fitness Center
  • 24-Hour Room Service with Specialty Restaurant Selections During Dining Hours
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement and Chocolate Leonidas
  • Tea Forte Set-Up
  • Personalized Stationery
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Complimentary Shore Excursion Bag
  • Delivery of Up to Three Daily Newspapers
  • World Atlas and Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Bath Scale
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Mariner Suite

Spectacular panoramic views will seem to have been created just for you when you relax on your suite’s private balcony. Comfortably located mid-ship, this suite has a spacious separate bedroom with a European king-sized Elite Slumber™ bed and one-and-a-half baths. This suite features a spacious walk-in closet with drawers as well. To elevate your experience even more, a personal butler will be on call to help make your onboard wishes come true.

Layout

  • 1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms

  • Private Balcony
  • Spacious Bedroom
  • Expansive Living Room
  • Maximum of 3 Guests

Amenities

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service

  • FREE Roundtrip Business Class Air* on European Voyages
  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including:
    – FREE Ground Transfers
    – FREE Breakfast
    – FREE Porterage
  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite*
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • L’Occitane® Mer & Mistral Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler Committed to Fulfilling Your Wishes
  • European King-Size or Twin Bed Configurations Featuring our Exclusive Suite Slumber Bed®
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Mini-Bar Replenished Daily With Soft Drinks, Beer and Bottled Water — All Complimentary
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Regent Bathrobes and Slippers
  • A Variety of Guerlain® and L’Occitane® Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • In-Suite use of Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blanket
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • 24-Hour Room Service With Dinner Served Course-by-Course

Seven Seas Suite

This suite welcomes you with soothing colors, pleasing artwork and comfortable furnishings. Relax in the sitting area after an exciting day ashore and enjoy the selection of fresh canapés delivered by your personal butler. Then retreat to your private balcony to watch the ever-changing vistas and ponder your next destination. Up to one-and-a-half baths feature fine marble accents and a tub or walk-in shower.

Seven Seas Suite AFT

Layout

  • 1 Spacious Bedroom With European King-Sized Suite Slumber Bed®
  • 1 1/2 Marble Bathrooms
  • Living Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

Amenities

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage
  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler
  • Priority boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1:00 pm
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
  • Fresh Floral Arrangement
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Personalized Stationery
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Seven Seas Suite FORWARD

Layout

  • 1 Spacious Bedroom With European King-Sized Suite Slumber Bed®
  • 1 Marble Bathroom
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

Amenities

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service
  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage
  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Choice of Guerlain, Acqua di Parma and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler
  • Priority boarding on Embarkation Day with Suite Access at 1:00 pm
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
  • Fresh Floral Arrangement
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement
  • Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Selection of Fig and Tea Leaves Bath Salts
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Personalized Stationery
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Horizon View Suite

Located along the stern of Seven Seas Mariner®, this suite offers a panoramic vista and expansive balcony that is large enough for two cushioned chaises, two chairs and a table. Inside, the bed alcove is separated from a beautifully appointed sitting area by curtains, allowing you to control how much sunlight greets you each morning. You’ll also have a personal butler attending to your needs and a bevy of luxurious amenities.

Layout

  • 1 Spacious Bedroom with European King-Sized Elite Slumber™ Bed

  • 1 Marble Bathroom
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

Amenities

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage
  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Choice of Guerlain and L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler
  • Access to your suite on embarkation day at 1:00 pm
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with
  • Fresh Floral Arrangement
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • Luxe Fruit Arrangement
  • Personalized In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Personalized Stationery
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Elegant Weather Clock
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Penthouse Suite

The luxurious suite has been carefully designed to maximize space and comfort. Relax on your private balcony and indulge in your lavish bath amenities as you recharge and ready yourself for new adventures in the next port of call. This suite also includes priority online reservations for shore excursions and dining, and you’re encouraged to call on the services of a personal butler for special requests.

Layout

  • European King-Sized Suite Slumber Bed®

  • 1 Marble Bathroom
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests

Amenities

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage
  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • Guerlain & L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Personal Butler
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • Complimentary Pressing on First Night
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Selection of Bed Pillow Styles
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Daily Canapés
  • Personalized Stationery
  • BOSE® SoundLink Mini II Bluetooth Speaker
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Essentials Including Men’s Unscented Shaving Kit, Facial Wipes, Sewing Kit, Emory Board, Stain Remover and Hand Sanitizer
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Concierge Suite

In this superbly designed suite, you enjoy the comfort of richly furnished accommodations as well as exclusive luxuries available only in suites at the Concierge level and higher. Your suite includes amenities such as an illy® espresso maker and cashmere blankets, perfect for use in the morning when you wish to sip coffee and enjoy an in-suite breakfast on your private balcony. Take advantage of 24-hour room service when the mood strikes.

Layout

  • European King-Sized Suite Slumber Bed®

  • 1 Marble Bathroom
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
  • This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 1012 and 1013. 

Amenities

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service

  • FREE 1-Night Pre-Cruise Hotel Package Including: Ground Transfers, Breakfast & Porterage
  • INCLUDED & UNLIMITED WiFi includes up to four logins, four devices, per suite
  • FREE 15 Minutes of Ship-to-Shore Phone Time
  • L’Occitane® Jasmin & Bergamot Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • Priority Online Shore Excursions and Dining Reservations
  • 10% Discount on Premium Wine and Liquor
  • 5% savings on Pre- or Post-Cruise Hotel or Land Programs
  • 5% savings on Regent Choice Shore Excursions
  • Regent Plush Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Binoculars, illy® Espresso Maker and Cashmere Blankets
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service
  • Complimentary Tote Bag

Deluxe Veranda Suite

Every inch of this suite has been thoughtfully designed to maximize interior space and embrace the magnificent scenery outdoors. From the sitting area, admire the ocean views through the floor-to-ceiling windows, or better yet, take a seat outside on your private balcony to watch the world go by. Elegant finishes such as luxurious bedding and beautiful marble detailing in the bath further enhance your comfort.

Layout

  • European King-Sized Suite Slumber Bed®

  • 1 Marble Bathroom
  • Intimate Sitting Area
  • Private Balcony
  • Walk-in Closet With Safe
  • Accommodates Up To 3 Guests
  • This category includes Accessibility Options in suites 828 and 829. 

Amenities

  • FREE Valet Laundry Service

  • FREE Unlimited WiFi includes one log-in, one device, per suite*
  • Welcome Bottle of Champagne with Fresh Fruit Arrangement
  • In-Suite Mini-Bar Set-Up and Refill
  • 24-Hour Room Service
  • L’Occitane® Soaps, Shampoos and Lotions
  • Regent Bathrobes and Slippers
  • Vanity and Hair Dryer
  • Interactive Flat-Screen Television With Extensive Media Library, Complimentary Movies-on-Demand
  • Direct Dial Satellite Phone
  • Shoe Shine Service

Compass Rose
La Veranda
Prime 7
Sette Mari at La Veranda
Chartreuse
Pool Grill
Coffee Connection
Room Service
Compass Rose

Whether you arrive for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can look forward to European-inspired Continental cuisine served in a beautifully refined atmosphere decorated in blues and silvers with stunning Versace tableware.

La Veranda

La Veranda features quiet alcoves, made-to-order omelets and tasty lunch buffets that include hot carving stations, an authentic pizzeria and regional specialties that reflect cuisines of the region you’re visiting.

Prime 7

An elegantly intimate, art-filled and luxurious setting to enjoy classic American steakhouse cuisine with a modern flair. A handsome bar is a relaxing destination if you arrive early.

Sette Mari at La Veranda

Enjoy an extensive menu of authentic antipasti and Italian specialties served á la carte and paired with fine Italian wines. All dishes are prepared with the freshest gourmet ingredients and served by our attentive waiters.

Chartreuse

A restaurant with a modern French menu and attention to detail you’ll notice in its Parisian décor, expertly prepared dishes and wait staff. About the closest thing to a Parisian culinary gem on the high seas.

Pool Grill

After sunbathing or swimming in the pool, you may be in the mood for grilled-to-order burgers, seafood, sandwiches, even hand-dipped ice cream with sprinkles. Our Pool Grill will satisfy your comfort food cravings.

Coffee Connection

Enjoy barista-made coffees, delicious pastries, gourmet sandwiches and homemade cookies at Coffee Connection. Peruse international newspapers and news magazines or strike up a conversation with new friends.

Room Service

Enjoy delectable appetisers, main courses and desserts in your suite 24 hours a day. During dinner hours, delight in ordering dishes made to your exact taste from the expansive Compass Rose menu.

Included & Unlimited Shore Excursions
Gourmet Explorer Tours
Regent Choice Shore Excursions
Eco-Connect Tours
Behind The Design Tours
Go Local Tours
Wellness Tours
In-Port Overnights
Included & Unlimited Shore Excursions

Embrace amazing opportunities in each port of call with more than 3,800 Included & Unlimited Shore Excursions across every region of the world. Indulge in any variety of interests, from the history and ancestry found at hundreds of UNESCO World Heritage Sites to the beauty and culture of present-day people experienced through their food, music and art.

Gourmet Explorer Tours

Taste the cultures of the world with our specially curated, Master Chef-led, Gourmet Explorer Tours, unique to sailings aboard Seven Seas Splendor® and Seven Seas Explorer®. Be treated to a particularly French dining experience with Michelin-starred Master Chef René Bérard at his private estate along with a Provençal cooking demonstration in Provence or be led through the open-air, seaside market in Nice and partake in an exquisite lunch at Château Eza in Eze. Please your palate and expand your culinary knowledge with each of our delectable Gourmet Explorer Tours.

Regent Choice Shore Excursions

As the name suggests, these excursions work a little harder to engage your explorer spirit. Unique itineraries and smaller groups create more personal experiences… and memories of a lifetime.

Unique, unparalleled experiences

Soaring over Alaskan forests and mountains via helicopter en route to feeling the majesty of Mendenhall Glacier beneath your feet. Discover the best our world has to offer through the unparalleled experiences you’ll enjoy with Regent Choice Shore Excursions.

Enhance your shoreside experience with a Regent Choice Small Group tour. Hosting up to 16 guests, these tours provide a more intimate experience and allow for more personal engagement with your knowledgeable guide.

Eco-Connect Tours

Engage with local groups and businesses to learn about how they are transforming the world around them while experiencing the impact of their efforts first-hand.

Our Eco-Connect Tours provide enriching opportunities to interact with and learn from local communities around the world as they work to conserve and sustain their surrounding environments.

Discover the valuable and beautiful flora and fauna of places like Costa Rica, Vietnam and Australia. Sample the products of sustainable farming practices in regions like France, New Zealand and Argentina. Absorb the inspiring innovations in energy production at facilities in Portugal, Iceland and Japan. This is only a sampling of the more than 150 unique Eco-Connect Tours we offer.

Reinvigorate your love for the world around you with these insightful experiences — many of which are available as part of our FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions.

Behind The Design Tours

Glimpse behind the scenes of some of the most captivating and brilliant designs around the world.

Brilliant architectural achievements

Glimpse behind the scenes of some of the most captivating and brilliant designs around the world.

Go Local Tours

Go Local Tours provide a more direct way for you to experience the culture of a destination through the communities within. Spend a day at a family-owned goat farm in the countryside of Andalusia to learn the generations-old way of making cheese, discover the joy of fishing with the residents of Portofino or observe skilled local artists in their personal studios on Palma de Mallorca. Many Go Local tours are part of our FREE Unlimited Shore Excursions, while some require a discounted, supplementary charge. Experience the world through the eyes of those who actually live there and discover the best of what you didn’t know about your favorite destination with Go Local Tours.

Wellness Tours

Transcend the moment as you expand your mind and strengthen your body with a Wellness Tour. Soak in a restorative, mineral-rich thermal spring in Rome or center your chi with a taiji (tai chi) class on a beautiful and serene beach on Palma de Mallorca. Be refreshed by a Mediterranean breeze as you calm your mind and strengthen your focus through a yoga class overlooking the seaside town of Taormina. Restore and heal your mind, body and soul as you travel throughout the world with our Wellness Tours.

In-Port Overnights

Evenings provide a different view of a city as the streets light up and the locals unwind. Discover the fun of a destination’s nightlife and enjoy more time ashore with more overnights in ports across every region of the world.

Reception & Concierge
Observation Lounge
Connoisseur Club
Atrium
Library
Constellation Theatre
Mariner Lounge
Stars Lounge & Night Club
Horizon Lounge
The Casino
Boutiques
Club.com
Pool Bar
Card & Conference Room
Pool Deck
Reception & Concierge

Our knowledgeable Reception staff is available around the clock to answer your questions and ensure your voyage is as pleasurable as possible. Reception is also where you may contact the ship’s Concierge.

DESTINATION SERVICES

Whether you’re interested in a tour from our FREE Unlimited Shore Excursion menu or a unique, small-group Regent Choice Shore Excursion, our staff at Destination Services is ready to make it happen.

GENERAL MANAGER

While cruise-related issues are first submitted to Reception/Concierge, you can be assured that a General Manager is on hand to resolve issues to your satisfaction.

Observation Lounge

As indicated by its name, the Observation Lounge offers a wonderful vantage point to enjoy staggering views as your glorious ship enters and leaves ports of call. Live music adds to the serene vibe.

Connoisseur Club

Engage in spirited conversation with new friends in an elegant hideaway that calls to mind gentleman’s clubs of old. An elegant throwback where cigars are savored, you’ll take to like a favorite cardigan.

Atrium

Simply put, the Atrium is the very heart of Seven Seas Mariner®. With natural light shining from above, it’s a natural hub for guests to rendezvous or gather for organized activities.

Often described as the crossroads of the ship, our Atrium is an inspiring testament to the grandeur of luxury ocean travel. Winding staircases wrap down several decks before meeting in the Atrium, which is a work of art itself. A glittering, modern, glass sculpture rises up the inside of the Atrium, reaching all the way to the open decks. 

Located on decks 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 & 11.

Library

Browse a vast collection of volumes, from destination-specific guide books to best-selling mysteries to classics of literature, upon a variety of comfortable chairs in our cozy Library.

Constellation Theatre

Take in lavishly staged, high-energy shows created and produced by our own team of Broadway choreographers and directors in our delightful hall. So grand it needs two decks, it offers plush seating and surroundings.

Mariner Lounge

You’ll find our popular Mariner Lounge tough to resist. It’s an inviting spot to chat with new friends over cocktails before a delicious dinner, and an exciting space to dance the night away afterwards.

Stars Lounge & Night Club

Encircling a glistening stairwell that leads to the Casino, the Stars Lounge is a throwback nightspot that draws fun-loving crowds for after-dinner drinks and late-night cocktails. A favorite with night owls.

Horizon Lounge

An alluring destination for informal drinks in an elegant setting. With live music throughout the day and expertly poured cocktails only a request away, the Horizon Lounge is a natural spot to rendezvous with fellow travelers.

The Casino

Glass doors lead to an elegant setting bustling with games of chance that include Blackjack, roulette, poker and slot machines. The Casino is open every day at sea when not restricted by territorial border limits.

Boutiques

Whether it’s designer evening wear, handbags, fragrances or a smart gift, our boutique items are carefully selected and of the highest quality. The same may be said of our personable staff.

Club.com

It’s easy to stay connected, even while sailing the seven seas. Our ships have WiFi throughout for guests with their own laptops, and there are plenty of computers in the staffed Internet Café, which is open round the clock. Printers, e-mails, Internet access and Wireless access throughout the ship are all available for a nominal fee.

Pool Bar

Very few things equate to a pure vacation activity more than sitting at our Pool Bar. Make new friends while sipping a cocktail or frozen drink in the most laid-back atmosphere imaginable.

Card & Conference Room

Gather your favourite teammates in the Card Room for a lively afternoon or evening of cards, board games or a social game of Bridge. The spaces, which may be combined, are also designed to host conferences.

Pool Deck

For those days when nothing but sitting poolside will do, head to our Pool Deck. You’ll be greeted by an expansive space with unforgettable views, teak accents and an amiable crew offering cold drinks and lounge chairs.

Serene Spa & Wellness
Fitness Center
Jogging Track
Paddle Tennis Court
Putting Green
Golf Nets
Bocce Court
Shuffleboard
Serene Spa & Wellness

A globally inspired, tranquil haven of health, beauty and wellness, our spa offers restorative treatments and activities that incorporate globally sourced, natural ingredients to soothe both the body and mind.

Fitness Center

Look after yourself at sea. Take part in Pilates, yoga and aerobics classes or help yourself to spinning bikes, dumbbells, treadmills, Technogym Strength Machines, workout mats and step benches. For guests 16 and over.

Jogging Track

If you have a regular walking or running routine, fear not – your healthy habit can be maintained while cruising the high seas. Regardless of the speed you traverse our track, dramatic views and fresh air await.

Paddle Tennis Court

Our completely screened and well-maintained paddle tennis court will beckon you and your teammates to win at all costs – or simply enjoy a fun game of paddle tennis or two.

Putting Green

Not nearly as serious as the Golf Net, our Putting Greens invite you to gather friends – perhaps after an afternoon cocktail – for a spirited round of putt-putt golf or two.

Golf Nets

If the mood strikes to work on your fairway swing, head to our Golf Net. All equipment is provided for you to practice your swing while soaking up the most glorious views imaginable.

Bocce Court

Gather some friends and engage in a game originated in 5,000 BC. Our Bocce Court has the requisite equipment – a pallina and 8 larger balls – for you to engage in a spirited contest as the sun sets.

Shuffleboard

Probably the game most associated with cruise ships, shuffleboard onboard Seven Seas Mariner® is a more dramatic affair. High atop your ship, you won’t mind awaiting your turn as you take in glorious horizon views.

Disabled Facilities
Special Dietary Requirements
Age Restrictions
Dress Code
Smoking Policy
Sail & Sustain
Alcohol Policy
Internet Access
Medical Services
Laundry Services
Disabled Facilities

For details on a prearranged rental program, please contact our authorized vendor:

Scootaround Personal Transportation Solutions
Phone: 1.888.441.7575
Email: info@scootaround.com
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Accessibility Options in suites 828, 829, 918, 919, 1012, and 1013. For more information about accessible suites click here.

Service or guide animals are allowed on board, provided the passenger notifies Carrier prior to the cruise of their intention to bring such animal and agrees to take sole responsibility for any expense, damage, injuries or losses associated with or caused by such animal.

Special Dietary Requirements

Please advise Regent Seven Seas Cruises of any special dietary requirements you may have 120 days prior to sailing for voyages embarking in the US and 150 days for all other voyages, by sending an e-mail to specialrequests@rssc.com. General dietary needs such as low salt or low cholesterol foods can be satisfied onboard the ship just by speaking with the dining wait staff.

Age Restrictions

Infants must be six months of age as of the first day of the cruise. For voyages that have three or more consecutive days at sea, infants must be at least one year of age as of the first day of the cruise. Guests traveling with a young infant that does not meet the infant policy will be denied boarding. No refunds or other compensation shall be due from Regent Seven Seas Cruises to anyone as a result of the denial of boarding to an underage infant or any accompanying guests. Based on SOLAS requirements Regent Seven Seas Cruises cannot and will not make any exceptions to allow infants on any of their cruises which do not meet the minimum one year of age requirement. No waivers will be accepted. Please do not enquire about making any exceptions, as all requests will be denied. Any guest under the age of 18 must be accompanied by and occupy the same suite as an adult 18 years or older. Regent Seven Seas Cruises does not provide for the care, entertainment or supervision of children. Guests under the age of 16 are not permitted to use the spa or fitness facilities, even if supervised by an adult. Special promotional rates are available for children on select sailings. To be eligible, the child must be under the age of 18.

Dress Code

Attire ranges from Casual to Formal Optional. Casual wear consists of resort-style outfits; some examples are jeans, shorts, t-shirts, and tennis shoes. Casual wear is appropriate for daytime both on board or ashore. Casual wear is not appropriate after 6:00 PM. On the night prior to disembarkation, guests may need to pack their luggage early due to morning flights the next day. With this in mind, on the last night of every voyage, we will relax the dress code for dinner to Casual.

Otherwise, the recommended onboard dress in the evenings is Elegant Casual. Dinner dress for ladies includes a skirt, or slacks with a blouse or sweater, a pant suit or dress; slacks and a collared shirt for gentlemen. Sport jackets are optional. Casual wear is not to be worn at dinner. Ties are not required.

On sailings of 16 nights or more, Formal and Semi-Formal attire is optional on two of the evenings. On the two Formal Optional evenings, guests are welcome to dress as per the elegant Casual dress code or opt for a more formal choice of clothing including gowns and cocktail dresses for ladies; tuxedos, dinner jackets or dark suits with tie for gentlemen.

Smoking Policy

For the comfort and safety of all of our Guests, smoking is not permitted in any enclosed dining area, certain public venues, elevators, the Theater, and all suites and balconies, and is only permitted in specific designated smoking areas. The use of electronic cigarettes is allowed within designated smoking areas only.

Cigarette smoking is only permitted in designated areas of the outdoor pool area and the following public rooms:

  • Seven Seas Splendor: Connoisseur Club, Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Explorer: Connoisseur Club, Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Voyager: Connoisseur Club, Horizon Lounge (outdoor one side designated area), Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Mariner: Connoisseur Club, Horizon Lounge (outdoor one side designated area), Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)
  • Seven Seas Navigator: Galileo’s (outdoor one side designated area), Pool area (designated area opposite side of the Pool Bar)

Cigar Smoking is only permitted in the Connoisseur Club on applicable ships and the designated area on the opposite side of the Pool Bar.

Pipe smoking is only permitted in the Connoisseur Club. Pipe smoking in open deck areas is considered an extreme fire hazard and is not permitted.

Failure to comply with the above smoking policy will result in guests being asked to leave the ship at their expense, without refund or credit for the unused portion of their cruise.

Sail & Sustain

Our global sustainability program, Sail & Sustain, is centered around our commitment to drive a positive impact on society and the environment while delivering on our vision to be the vacation of choice for everyone around the world. We visit nearly 500 destinations globally, allowing our guests to travel and explore the world, and our business is inextricably linked to the preservation of our planet and the protection of our shared resources.

Our environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategy is focused on five pillars and was developed through cross-functional collaboration with key internal and external stakeholders. As we continue our ESG journey, we look forward to building upon this foundation and meaningfully contributing to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as we collectively chart a path towards a more sustainable future.

Alcohol Policy

The sale and consumption of alcoholic beverages will be limited to guests aged 21 years or older. However, with the exception of Hawaii, Alaska and New England voyages not leaving U.S. territorial waters, guests between the ages of 18 through 20 may purchase and personally consume wine and beer only while on board and with the consent of an accompanying parent. Authorization will be given only when the accompanying parent completes the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. This form can be obtained and completed at the Reception Desk upon embarkation. While sailing on select international voyages, guests 18 years or older are permitted to consume alcoholic beverages without having to complete the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. Guests are kindly reminded to consume alcohol in moderation. Regent Seven Seas Cruises reserves the right to prohibit and retain all liquor brought aboard the ship.

Internet Access

Wireless access is available throughout the ship, including most suites. Access is provided utilizing satellite communication systems. Service and speed will vary port to port. Please be advised that bandwidth-heavy applications such as Skype, Netflix, YouTube and VPN are not included in our FREE Unlimited WiFi plans.

If you are utilizing a mobile device that access the internet via a cellular carrier’s network (4G for example) instead of the ship’s wireless access, it will be treated as if you were using your cell phone and International roaming charges will apply. Any costs associated will be billed directly through your cell phone provider, and not through the ship. Check www.wmsatsea.com for more information.

Medical Services

Each ship has a licensed and registered doctor and nurse for professional and emergency services, which are available at customary charges. The ships’ medical centers are designed to provide medical care for certain temporary illnesses and accidents, and are not intended or capable of providing on-going treatment of pre-existing medical conditions. For guests requiring oxygen equipment, an oxygen concentrator is the only form of oxygen equipment allowed aboard ship, and must be provided by the guest. Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ wheelchairs on board are for emergency purposes only.

Laundry Services

All guests will now benefit from FREE Valet Laundry Service during their cruise. Enjoy the luxury and convenience of freshly washed, carefully pressed and folded laundry picked up and delivered to your suite throughout your voyage.

Deck 12
Deck 11
Deck 10
Deck 9
Deck 8
Deck 7
Deck 6
Deck 5
Deck 12
  • Paddle Tennis
  • Golf Nets
  • Golf Putting Green
  • Bocce Court
  • Shuffleboard
  • Jogging Track
  • Observation Lounge
Deck 11
  • Atrium
  • La Veranda
  • Sette Mari at La Veranda
  • Pool Grill
  • Pool Bar
  • Pool
  • Whirlpools
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Grand Suites
Deck 10
  • Atrium
  • Laundrette
  • Bridge
  • Horizon View Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Mariner Suites
Deck 9
  • Atrium
  • Laundrette
  • Deluxe Veranda Suites
  • Horizon View Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
  • Deluxe Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Mariner Suites
  • Master Suites
Deck 8
  • Atrium
  • Laundrette
  • Horizon View Suites
  • Seven Seas Suites
  • Deluxe Veranda Suites
  • Concierge Suites
  • Penthouse Suites
  • Mariner Suites
Deck 7
  • Atrium
  • Boutiques
  • Fitness Centre
  • Serene Spa & Wellness
  • The Casino
Deck 6
  • Atrium
  • Boutiques
  • Card & Conference Room
  • Chartreuse
  • Club.com
  • Coffee Connection
  • Connoisseur Club
  • Constellation Theater
  • Horizon Lounge
  • Stars Lounge
  • Stars Night Club
  • Library 
  • The Garden Promenade 
  • Horizon Lounge
Deck 5
  • Atrium
  • Compass Rose
  • Constellation Theater
  • Mariner Lounge
  • Prime 7 
  • Destination Services
  • Reception & Concierge

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