SCOTLAND A 17 Day-15 Night Cruise/Tour featuring Bergen and Alesund, Norway, Glasgow, Scotland and Dublin, Ireland! FJORDS IRELAND Iceland & the Norwegian Fjords! September 15 October 1st, 2012 Join us on this ONE TIME ONLY sailing to some of the most interesting and OFF THE BEATEN PATH ports of call offered! Join us on this exciting 17 day/15 night cruise as we sail through some of the most spectacular scenery in the world! Through the fjords of Norway to the rugged Shetland Islands, you ll be spellbound as we sail from one beautiful locale to another. Your cruise/tour has complimentary shore excursions included in the cost of your travel program in both Reykjavik, Iceland and in Copenhagen. Your included city tour in Copenhagen will feature a visit to the famous Ice Bar, where bundled in parkas, you can sip your favorite beverage in cups made of ice! Also included in your cruise/tour is an overnight in Copenhagen, so you ll have time to explore a bit on your own! Setting sail from Copenhagen, you ll be on your way to some of the most remote ports of call offered. In the fishing villages of Norway, the Shetland and Faroe Islands, you ll get a glimpse of the simple life that people here have lived for centuries. As we make our way to the cities of Reykjavik, Glasgow and Dublin, you ll see the modern juxtaposed with the century old traditions, castles and history of these fascinating cities. NORWEGIAN SUN With a 12 day dry dock refurbishment in January 2011, the Sun is sparkling, colorful and the perfect place to call home for this amazing cruise/tour. One of the things passengers like best about Freestyle Cruising is the dining options. And, they have added another new restaurant, the addition of Norwegian's popular Brazilian steakhouse, Moderno Churrascaria. Evening entertainment comes alive with colorful production shows and Broadway style reviews.
September 15, 2012 You board your international flight bound for Copenhagen! September 16, 2012 On arrival in Copenhagen, you ll be met at the airport and assisted with your transfer to your floating hotel, the NCL Sun, your home for the next 14 nights. You ll set sail this evening at 5 p.m. (L/D) September 17, 2012 Enjoy your day at sea aboard the Norwegian Sun as you sail along the Fjords of Western Norway. You ll be captivated by the rugged beauty. As you sail along the coastline, you ll have ample time to explore the Sun and find that perfect spot to relax and enjoy the magnificent scenery! September 18, 2012 You ll dock in Bergen, Norway this morning at 8 a.m. Surrounded by 7 hills and 7 fjords, you ll see why Bergen is The Gateway to the Norwegian Fjords. From her 900 year old wharf to cable cars offering stunning views, you ll enjoy the vistas, narrow streets and tiny wooden houses! Your ship sails at 7 p.m. September 19, 2012 Dock in Alesund, Norway this morning at 8 a.m. Like a Norwegian Venice, the beautiful town of Alesund is surrounded by water. With canals, bridges and stunning architecture, this town literally rose from the ashes of a 1904 fire that destroyed the city. Now known as one of Europe s most beautiful cities, you ll love exploring this charming village. We set sail at 5 p.m. September 20, 2012 Enjoy a leisurely breakfast on board the Sun this morning before docking at 10 a.m. in Lerwick, Shetland Islands. More Scandinavian than Scottish, the Viking heritage is still strong in Shetland! Bring your binoculars as Shetland offers an exciting variety of wildlife. You may spot whales, otters, seals and puffins. We set sail at 5 p.m. September 21, 2012 You ll dock in Thorshavn, Faroe Islands at 4 a.m. At your leisure, disembark and explore the beautiful hilly islands with soaring seaside cliffs and emerald-green pasturelands, multicolored cottages and grass-roofed wooden churches add focus to the grandly stark, treeless moorlands. We sail this evening at 5 p.m. September 22, 2010 Enjoy your day at sea relaxing in one of 5 hot tubs or the pool. Or catch up on some shopping in the Galleria shops with a wide selection of jewelry and gifts. Make tonight a special evening with dinner at the newly opened Moderno Churrascarla, the Sun s popular Brazilian Steakhouse. Dance the night away at Dazzles Nightclub. September 23, 2010 We dock in Reykjavik, Iceland at 8 a.m. Small in size but vast in culture and heritage, Reykjavik was founded thousands of years ago by Nordic settlers. With a breathtaking coastline of scenic peninsulas, crisp straits and picturesque islands, you ll find plenty to do. We sail at 6 p.m. September 24th & 25th, 2012 With 2 full days at sea, you find lots to do onboard the Sun. Head to the Internet Café to catch up with family and friends back home. Or play bridge in the Lifestyles Room. This evening be sure to check out the entertainment in the Stardust Lounge followed by a cocktail in the Champagne Bar! The Sun has plenty of dining options to tempt you throughout the day. From Il Adagio with it s floor to ceiling windows to Le Bistro French Restaurant you ll find plenty of delicious food. September 26, 2012 Dock this morning at 8 a.m. in Greenock, Scotland, just south of Glasgow. Surrounded by hills, the town s 4 mile waterfront is a delight to explore. Or head to Glasgow for a day of sightseeing. With magnificent castles, cathedrals and breathtaking Victorian architecture there s much to do. We sail at 6 p.m. September 27, 2012 Today we dock in Dublin Ireland at 8 a.m. This bustling town offers a variety of sightseeing options. An elegant and artistic city with spacious Georgian squares and its famous painted doors. Shop on pedestrianized Grafton Street or raise a pint of Guinness in one of Dublin s ubiquitous pubs! You ll have until 5:30 p.m. when we set sail. NORWEGIAN FJORDS Fjords are some of the most dramatic landscape features on earth! No where on earth are there more fjords than in Western Norway. Keep your binoculars & cameras ready. The fjords of Norway have been included on UNESCO s World Heritage List! Fjords are nature s own work of art, formed when glaciers retreated and sea water flooded the U-shaped valleys. We ll be sailing in and amongst these beautiful fjords for several days. September 28th and 29th, 2012 Enjoy your last days at sea as we sail towards Copenhagen, through the English Channel. Whether you choose days filled with activity, such as enjoying the walking track, or leisurely days with a book and a cup of coffee, you ll find that the Norwegian Sun delivers. Remember that Freestyle Cruising is about doing it your way. What you want, when you want! September 30, 2012 We dock in Copenhagen at 7 a.m. this morning. After enjoying a leisurely breakfast, you ll be assisted with your luggage and transferred to your hotel. You ll have time to freshen up before we embark on a city tour of Copenhagen. You ll see Amalienborg Palace, the winter home of the Danish Royal family; the Marble Church with the largest dome in Scandinavia and Nyhavn, the colorful 17th century waterfront. A highlight of your tour will surely be a stop in the Ice Bar, where everything is made of ice. You ll be provided with warm parkas and then you can enjoy the beverage of your choice. After returning to your hotel for time to relax and freshen up, you ll enjoy a farewell dinner in Copenhagen. (B/D) October 1, 2012 After breakfast in your hotel this morning, you ll be assisted with your transfer to the airport for your flight home, (B) INCLUSIONS R/T International Airfare from DFW to Copenhagen R/T transfer to DFW Airport 14 nights aboard the Sun in your selected cabin All means onboard the Sun 1 night post tour accommodation in Copenhagen Copenhagen city tour including the Ice Bar Transfers to from airport to hotel & piers All hotel taxes Porterage of one suitcase per person Fuel surcharges, port charges and taxes
Balcony Cabin Il Adagio Restaurant Pool Casino Cruise/Tour Pricing $4,398.00 Inside Category IA $4,898.00 Outside Category OE $5,448.00 Balcony Category BC Mini Suites & Penthouses also available Pricing is based on double occupancy Single supplement is an additional 50% Trip cancellation/interruption insurance is available and is strongly recommended. For medical reasons only Passenger Capacity: 1,936 Gross Tonnage: 78,308 Overall Length: 848 feet Max Beam: 105 feet Draft: 26 feet Engines: Diesel Electric Cruise Speed: 22 knots Crew: 953 CALL TODAY TO RESERVE YOUR SPACE Reservations for Iceland and the Norwegian Fjords are accepted on a first come/first served basis. An initial $750.00 deposit is required to hold space on this tour. This deposit is fully refundable up to June 7, 2012. Final payment is due on or before June 8, 2012. 50% non-refundable on June 8, 2012. 100% non-refundable as of July 17, 2012 Make checks payable to Alliance Bank c/o Linda Mattingly P O Box 500 Sulphur Springs, Texas 75483-0500 Phone: toll free (877) 903-2265 extension 6707 or Email lmattingly@alliancebank.com We accept all major credit cards
HOW TO MAKE YOUR RESERVATION: YES! Sign me up for Iceland & the Norwegian Fjords with ALLIANCE BANK! An initial $750.00 deposit is required to hold space on the tour on a first come/first served basis. This deposit is fully refundable up to June 7, 2012. Please make checks payable to Alliance Bank. We also take the following credit cards: Name: DOB: (Exactly as it appears on Passport please print your name clearly) Street Address: City/State/Zip: Telephone: Passport # Expiration Date of Passport Travel Companion: Passport # Expiration Date of Passport: Please return this form with your deposit to: Alliance Bank Attention: Linda Mattingly P O Box 500 Sulphur Springs, Texas 75483-0500 Business: (903)439-6707 - Toll Free (877)903-BANK ext. 6707 Fax: (903)439-6793 lmattingly@alliancebank.com CREDIT CARD INFORMATION Name: Credit Card # (MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express) Expiration Date: