NEW ITINERARIES IN 2018 MEDITERRANEAN. Timeless Treasures, Enchanting Coastlines, Storybook Villages

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1 NEW ITINERARIES IN 2018 MEDITERRANEAN Timeless Treasures, Enchanting Coastlines, Storybook Villages

2 Hidden Harbours of the Cote d Azur 7 nights Nice to Barcelona onboard Wind Surf Departing 20 Jun 18 starting from $4,463*pp twin share Nice Bastia, Corsica Marseille Sanary-sur-Mer Palamos Barcelona If you had a private yacht, this is the part of the French Riviera you d frequent where the beaches and scenery are just as grand, but a bit more authentic and less developed. Discover ports off the beaten path, where vegetable stands and daily fish auctions are still a part of everyday life and where local specialities like Provençal bouillabaisse and Palamos prawns taste better than any you ve ever eaten. Stroll palm-lined promenades and go windsurfing in waters worthy of all the praise. Feast on Corsica s French/Italian culture and eclectic architecture.travel to Arles to see the yellow café immortalised by van Gogh, or to Aix-en-Provence for a look at Cezanne s lavender fields. Visit museums dedicated to Picasso and Matisse Bathe in the ever-present sunshine and breathe in the rarified air that inspired all of the above. Tour Barcelona s festive Las Ramblas and Park de la Ciutadella Relax and embrace the beauty of cruising along the French Riviera Discover the panoramic view from the medieval village of Bormes Les Mimosas Stroll through the open-air flower and vegetable markets of Antibes Tour the Musée Chagall and Musée Matisse, Nice highlights Spend time at the beach in Sanary-sur-Mer, the sunniest place in France See the Dali Theatre and Museum where Dali is buried below the stage Explore Corsica and sample the unique cuisine there, like wild boar casserole Sanary-sur-Mer Antibes NICE Marseille Palamos Bastia Moorish Medley 8 nights Barcelona to Lisbon (or reverse) onboard Wind Surf Departing 27 Jun, 5 Jul and 1 Sep 18 starting from $4,832*pp twin share Barcelona Palma de Mallorca Cartagena Almeria Malaga Gibraltar Cadiz Lisbon Poised as if to kiss the continent of Africa, Andalusia hugs the southern coast of Spain and embraces cultural influences from both sides of the strait. This is the birthplace of Don Juan and Carmen, evening paseos by women in lace mantillas, cape-twirling matadors. In short, it is quintessential Spain. The beaches of the Costa del Sol are legendary. And behind lie equally magnificent mountain ranges sheltering picturesque white villages. Here you won t find cookie-cutter castles, but amazing cultural amalgams like the Alhambra and Alcázar. On your elegant yacht, you will cruise past larger ships right to the heart of old towns and to the steps of friendly bodegas. Explore Pablo Picasso s hometown of Málaga and see his art at the museum Discover the charming mountain white villages of Mijas and Mojacar Taste authentic seafood plancha tapas in Almería Visit with the monkeys of Gibraltar and savor the view Pose in front of the Belém Tower in Lisbon, symbol of the Age of Discovery and a UNESCO World Heritage Monument Don t miss the Gothic Quarter, and Antonio Gaudí s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona LISBON Cadiz Gibralter Malaga Almeria Cartagena Palma de Mallorca

3 Charms of the French & Spanish Rivieras 7 nights Barcelona return onboard Wind Surf Departing 27 Oct 18 starting from $3,749*pp twin share Barcelona Sanary-sur-Mer St. Tropez Nice Palamos Barcelona See the Costa Brava and French Riviera as it should be seen from the deck of your elegant sailing yacht. Port after port brings new discoveries: the flamboyant architecture of Barcelona, colourful Provençal villages, Riviera towns where world-class museums and vineyards rub shoulders with historic old towns and fishing fleets. Tour Barcelona s festive Las Ramblas Relax and embrace the beauty of cruising along the French Riviera Explore the medieval village of Bormes Les Mimosas Stroll through the open-air flower and vegetable markets of Antibes Spend more time discovering Colline du Chateau overlooking the Bay of Anges, and the Fontaine du Soleil, among other sights as you overnight in Nice Find a beach to relax at in Sanary-sur-Mer, the sunniest place in France See the Dali Theatre and Museum where Dali is buried below the stage Palamos St Tropez Sanary-sur-Mer Nice Tuscany & the Tyrrhenian Sea 10 nights Rome return onboard Wind Surf Departing 15 May 18 starting from $5,769*pp twin share Rome Sorrento Lipari Messina (Taormina) Trapani Alghero Ile Rousse Santa Margherita Livorno Rome Delight in la dolce vita as you cruise the Italian Mediterranean on the elegant Wind Surf, tipping your hat to the other yachts as you visit ports where only small ships go. All the stories you ve heard about the breathtaking coastlines of Amalfi and Cinque Terre? They re all true. Feel your heart soar in the presence of Michelangelo s David in Florence or the haunting ruins of Pompeii. Bear witness to Italy s protracted genesis as you cruise past Stromboli, view Mount Etna from the Roman amphitheater in Taormina, swim in the hot springs-heated seas of Vulcano Island, and gaze across the Bay of Naples at Mount Vesuvius. Dream of Caesars in Rome, walk the hills of Corsica in the footsteps of Napoleon, stand on the Square of Miracles in Pisa like Galileo as the Leaning Tower continues to hold gravity at bay. Ile Rousse Santa Margherita Livorno Alghero Sorrento Discover the ruins of Pompeii when you visit Sorrento or travel up the stunning Amalfi Coast Cruise by the volcano that never sleeps Visit Mount Etna on the island of Sicily Sample the unique cuisine of Corsica like Civet de Sanglier (wild boar casserole) and Veau aux Olives (veal stew) See a delightful mix of Italian islands Sardinia, Lipari and Corsica Take time to tour the Vatican, St. Peter s Square, the Colosseum and Roman Forum in Rome Trapani Lipari Messina

4 Sailing Southern Italy & Croatia 11 nights Rome to Venice onboard Wind Surf Departing 25 May 18 starting from $6,340*pp twin share Rome Sorrento Lipari Catania Brindisi Bari Kotor Dubrovnik Hvar Piran Venice Treat your palate to savoury Balkan burek, and pizza as only Sicilians can make it. Relive medieval days in the Old Towns of Dubrovnik, Piran, and Kotor. Wonder over the beehive-like trulli and elegant seaside towns of Puglia. Lose your heart to Sorrento and the Amalfi Coast, the song of a Venetian gondolier, the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel. Stand at the rail with Chianti in hand as white sails unfurl above you, carrying you across the sparkling Mediterranean in private yacht style. Venice s St. Mark s Square, Cathedral, and a gondola serenade are must-dos Cruise by the volcano that never sleeps Medieval walls encompassing the Old City in Dubrovnik, are UNESCO Sites Have your camera ready as you journey up the beautiful bay to Kotor See two ports in Puglia the new hot region of Italy, and enjoy the beautiful Baroque architecture of Lecce and the rock formations of Zagare Bay Take time to see the Vatican, St. Peter s Square, and Roman Forum in Rome VENICE Lipari Piran Sorrento Hvar Dubrovnik Kotor Bari Brindisi Catania Yachting the Riviera 7 nights Rome to Nice onboard Wind Surf Departing 13 Jun 18 starting from $4,463*pp twin share Rome Portoferraio Portovenere Portofino Monte Carlo St. Tropez Nice Savour the yachting lifestyle at its most glamorous on this voyage along the sundrenched French and Italian Rivieras. Travel back in time to experience the historical wonders of Rome. Enter the enchanted world of Portovenere, a UNESCO World Heritage Site lined with brightly coloured houses and narrow medieval streets also the gateway to charming Cinque Terre. Discover why yachtsmen consider Portofino to be the world s most beautiful small port. Taste the jetsetter s lifestyle in Monte Carlo and St. Tropez. Stroll Nice s famous Promenade des Anglais with its palm trees and sparkling views of the Côte d Azur. Stroll the Promenade des Anglais along the lovely Bay of Angels in Nice Among the glitz and glamour of Monte Carlo see the Oceanographic Museum, Cathedral of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, and the Grand Casino Enjoy the world-famous scenery of Portovenere, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, including the 13th century Church of St. Peter Feel any sympathy for Napoleon s exile on Elba fade as you view the beautiful flowers and small churches along the 91 miles of coastline around Portoferraio Highlights in Rome include The Vatican, St. Peter s Square, the Pantheon, and Roman Forum Monte Carlo NICE St Tropez Portofino Portovenere Portoferraio

5 Riviera Romance 10 nights Barcelona to Rome onboard Wind Surf Departing 13 Jul 18 starting from $6,353*pp twin share Barcelona Marseille Sanary-sur-Mer Monte Carlo San Remo Portofino Portovenere Bastia, Corsica Portoferraio Rome Leave the mundane behind as you cruise effortlessly from port to sparkling port along the world s most fabled coastline. These are the places dreams are made of. The ultimate glamour of Marseille and Monte Carlo the enchanting harbours of Portofino, Portovenere, and Portoferraio and, of course, the world-class charms of Rome and Barcelona. Your voyage also takes you to places few ships follow, like lovely San Remo on the Riviera of Flowers, the quiet paradise of Île de Porquerolles, and the quaint Provençal fishing village of Sanary-sur-Mer. Tour Barcelona s festive Las Ramblas and Gaudi s renowned La Sagrada Familia, a UNESCO Site Visit the cultural landscape of UNESCO Site, Sierra de Tramuntana Explore the charming island of Elba, where Napoleon was exiled See the lovely Russian Orthodox Church in San Remo Discover the hidden piazzas and Trevi Fountain in Rome Find the heart of Corsica, sampling their unique cuisine, such as wild boar casserole, along the way Marseille Sanary-sur-Mer Monte Carlo San Remo Portofino Portovenere Bastia Portoferraio Iconic Italy 7 nights Rome return onboard Wind Surf Departing 23 Jul 18 starting from $4,443*pp twin share Rome Sorrento Olbia Bastia, Corsica Portofino Livorno Rome Cue the accordion music and say arrivederci to Rome as you embark on this seven-day tour through Western Italy. Arrive in Sorrento to stunning views of Mount Vesuvius and the lovely Bay of Naples, with an extended day ahead to fill with an excursion to Pompeii or Capri. Discover Sardinia s 28 blue-flag beaches and Bronze Age settlements, and explore the surprisingly unspoiled northern region of Corsica. Linger in Portofino late into the evening, soaking up delicious views of the Italian Riviera and an incredible sunset that paints the pastel cliff villages neon. Climb the 414 steps of Giotto s bell tower in Florence, arriving breathless not just from the effort, but from the view. Return to Rome, a city that begs you to stay and explore more than 3,000 years of history. Climb to the 15th century castle in Portofino Sample the unique cuisine of Corsica, including wild boar casserole Walk the silent streets of Pompeii in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius when you stop in Sorrento or find amazing photo opportunities along the Amalfi Coast Visit the Museo Archeologico in Olbia, which has been under construction since 1980 The busy port of Livorno is your gateway to Pisa and Lucca Take time to see the Vatican, St. Peter s Square, and Roman Forum in Rome Bastia Olbia Portfino Livorno Sorrento

6 Gems of the Adriatic Sea 10 nights Venice return onboard Wind Surf Departing 7 Aug 18 starting from $6,289*pp twin share Venice Zadar Dubrovnik Kotor Corfu Brindisi Bari Piran Venice The romance begins in Venice the city of lights, of water, of bridges with an overnight stay that offers up all its treasures to you. In the days ahead, fall in love again and again as you explore the Balkans with their red-roofed medieval cities and turquoise travertine cascades, and the roads less travelled on Italy s rustic east coast. Savour each splendid moment of the journey up the scenic Bay of Kotor. Inhale the aroma of orange and lemon trees from Corfu. Puzzle over the strange conical-roofed trulli of Alberobello and the cave-town of Matera in Puglia. Travel to ancient Butrint in Albania to complete your Adriatic circuit and return to Venice wishing you could do it all again. VENICE Piran Zadar Dubrovnik Venice s St. Mark s Square, Cathedral, and a gondola serenade are must-dos Medieval walls encompassing the Old Town in Dubrovnik, are a UNESCO Site Have your camera ready as you journey up the beautiful bay to Kotor People watch as you sip a glass of Brindisi Rosso or tour the city of Lecce with its lovely Baroque architecture Visit two ports in Puglia, the hottest new region of Italy Take in the beauty of the turquoise Plitvice Lakes, a UNESCO Site near Zadar Kotor Bari Brindisi Corfu Ancient Wonders of Greece & Ephesus 10 or 11 nights Athens return onboard Wind Star Departing 18 & 28 Aug 18 starting from $6,217*pp twin share Athens Nafplio Mykonos Ermoupoli Kusadasi Patmos Rhodes Agios Nikolaos Santorini Monemvasia Athens Enjoy a cruise worthy of Greek gods as you visit the land of myth and legend on your own white chariot. Feast your eyes on Santorini s raven-black cliffs draped in Cycladesblue and white homes. Inhale the scent of heather and pines on the sacred island of Patmos, where the book of Revelation was penned. Walk on cobblestones worn smooth by peasants and knights in the living medieval cities of Rhodes and Monemvasia. Stray off the beaten path to Ermoupoli where the strains of rebetiko (Greek blues) flow from open-air tavernas, and to Agios Nikolaus, to swim in the lagoon where the goddess Athena was said to bathe. Blur the lines between dreams and reality as you dine in the shadow of Ephesus Celsus Library at a complimentary Destination Discovery Event. Each day adds a new page as you write your own legend. The Parthenon and the Acropolis in Athens are must-sees Visit the palace of the Grand Masters in Rhodes Discover the vibrant whitewashed buildings and blue domes of Santorini See the working windmills of Mykonos Ephesus and the House of Mary from Kusadasi are forever memorable Marvel at the impressive two-storied and three storied neoclassical mansions in Syros History surrounds you with at least nine UNESCO World Heritage Sites in this region Take advantage of the late nights in Mykonos, Crete and Rhodes to get an even better sense of the local flavour Nafplio ATHENS Monemvasia Kusadasi Mykonos Patmos Ermoupoli Rhodes Santorini Agios Nikolaus Contact your local Travel Agent Travel Centre 15 Park Avenue Coffs Harbour *Prices are per person twin share in Australian dollars and are correct as at 29 May 17. Prices are based on Category B Oceanview Stateroom and are subject to availability, currency fluctuations and seasonal surcharges. Prices are capacity controlled and can change at anytime. Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and can be changed or cancelled at anytime by Windstar Cruises. Changes and cancellation conditions apply. Return International airfares from Australia are not included. Pre and/or post cruise accommodation my be required and will be at the expense of the passenger. Other conditions apply and will be advised at the time of booking. Lic 2TA Booking Ref: N/A