Sicily by Sail Valletta to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud October 1 9, 2018
CRUISE HIGHLIGHTS EXPERIENCE the thrill of sailing aboard the elegant Sea Cloud to ancient towns that were once centers of the Greco-Roman, Carthaginian, and Byzantine worlds VIEW the Baroque cathedral in Syracuse, built on the ruins of a 2,500-year-old Greek temple VISIT Agrigento, whose Valley of the Temples contains some of the finest Greek ruins in the world EXPLORE the capital city of Palermo, dotted with Baroque churches, Arab mosques, and Byzantine mosaics ENJOY an exclusive reception at the sumptuous Palazzo Gangi, where the ballroom scene from The Leopard was filmed
Dear National Trust Traveler, Seductive Sicily, that stepping stone between Europe and Africa, bears traces of the many civilizations that have conquered her, from the Phoenicians, Greeks, and Romans, to the Arabs, Normans, and more. Please join us in October of 2018 to circumnavigate this stunning island aboard the legendary sailing yacht Sea Cloud. Autumn, when the heat and crowds of summer are gone, is the perfect time to discover Sicily s pearls of antiquity aboard this four-masted barque. Traveling with us will be a curator of medieval art from The Metropolitan Museum of Art, a naturalist from Harvard University, and a specialist in ancient Greece from the University of Chicago. Embark Sea Cloud in Valletta, Malta, and sail to Syracuse, once Athens rival in wealth and culture. Explore the seven temples of Agrigento during an astonishing afternoon. From Trapani, choose an excursion to the medieval hilltop town of Erice or to Mazara del Vallo, home to the 2,400-year-old Dancing Satyr, a spectacular seven-foot bronze statue. Palermo, Sicily s capital city, beckons with its extraordinary Norman-Arab-Byzantine influences, while Lipari, inhabited continuously for 7,000 years, boasts an archaeological museum that is a must-see. Conclude in Naples, or remain in Italy for the optional postlude. With her billowing sails, rich mahogany, and gleaming brass, Sea Cloud has been setting the standard for luxury sailing since 1931. Her elegant appointments, fine Naples dining, impeccable service, and intimate size make her the ideal ITALY ship for this splendid itinerary. Tyrrhenian Sea Palermo Trapani Monreale Segesta SICILY Lipari I hope you will join us on this perennially popular voyage, which was named one of 50 Tours of a Lifetime by National Geographic Traveler, to discover the fascinating history and spectacular beauty of Sicily. Sincerely, Agrigento Porto Empedocle Syracuse Ionian Sea Scott Gerloff Director, National Trust Tours Mediterranean Sea MALTA Valletta
Sicily by Sail Valletta to Naples Aboard Sea Cloud October 1 9, 2018 An optional two-night prelude in Valletta, Malta is offered from September 29 October 2. Please call National Trust Tours for details at 888.484.8785. MONDAY, OCTOBER 1: DEPARTURE Depart the U.S. on an overnight flight to Malta. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 2: VALLETTA, MALTA / SEA CLOUD Arrive in Valletta and gather for lunch before transferring to the awaiting Sea Cloud. Enjoy a bon voyage toast on deck as we sail out of the historic harbor en route to Sicily. L,D WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 3: SYRACUSE (SICILY) ITALY Splendid Syracuse, once the largest city in the ancient world, was a formidable rival to Athens. Discover the cathedral built on the ruins of the Temple of Athena and admire dramatic, well-preserved theaters where Aeschylus plays were performed. By special invitation, Barone Beneventano will welcome us to his Baroque palazzo for a tour and light refreshments. In the early evening the captain hosts a welcome reception and dinner. B,L,R,D THURSDAY, OCTOBER 4: PORTO EMPEDOCLE / AGRIGENTO (SICILY) Pindar called Agrigento the most beautiful city built by mortal men and the nearby ruins of the Valley of the Temples demonstrate why. The Temple of Concord, perhaps the bestpreserved Greek temple in the world, inspired the UNESCO logo. B,L,D FRIDAY, OCTOBER 5: TRAPANI / SEGESTA (SICILY) Explore Segesta s splendid Doric temple, strangely unfinished, whose columns are said to produce organ-like tones on windy days. Later you may visit either Erice a hilltop medieval town whose Norman castle sits atop the ruins of a temple of Venus or Mazara del Vallo, to see its 2,400-year-old, seven-foot bronze statue the Dancing Satyr, rescued from the sea by fishermen in 1998. B,L,D Syracuse Cathedral, photo by Luigi Strano Monreale
Valley of Temples, Agrigento, photo by radar60 Sea Cloud SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6: PALERMO (SICILY) Sicily s capital of Palermo was the envy of Europe under the Normans, whose enlightened rule produced the golden mosaics we will see in the 12th-century Palatine Chapel, described by Guy de Maupassant as the most surprising religious jewel ever dreamt of. After lunch on board, drive to Monreale to admire the brilliant mosaics in the magnificent Norman cathedral before a special reception at Palazzo Gangi, where the ballroom scene in The Leopard was filmed. B,L,D SUNDAY, OCTOBER 7: LIPARI (AEOLIAN ISLANDS) Early this morning we sail through the Aeolian archipelago, volcanic islands off the north coast of Sicily. Tender ashore to Lipari, which has known uninterrupted occupation since the Neolithic Age. The Archaeological Museum within the fortress walls boasts a superb collection of artifacts, including extraordinary masks from this and other islands. B,L,D MONDAY, OCTOBER 8: AT SEA Experience the thrill of sailing aboard our fine ship, attending lectures and delighting in the grace and romance of a bygone era of travel. B,L,D TUESDAY, OCTOBER 9: NAPLES, ITALY / RETURN Disembark Sea Cloud in Naples this morning and transfer to the airport for the flights home, or continue on the optional postlude. B An optional three-night postlude in Sorrento is offered from October 9-12. Please call National Trust Tours for details at 888.484.8785. This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of the National Trust Tours and Arrangements Abroad. For complete details, please carefully read the terms and conditions at www. arrangementsabroad.com/terms. Trapani, photo by eugenio.l
CAPTAIN S AND LIDO DECK SEA CLOUD SPANKER DECK LIDO DECK 36 34 32 30 37 35 33 31 BRIDGE PROMENADE DECK 28 24 22 20 18 29 25 23 21 19 DINING ROOM 14 PURSER 16 17 15 MAIN DECK 10 8 6 4 2 9 7 5 3 1 * Sea Cloud does not have an elevator. With her rich mahogany and gleaming brass appointments, the legendary Sea Cloud travels under 32,000 square feet of billowing sails trimmed by hand. Her original owners, heiress Marjorie Merriweather Post and financier E. F. Hutton, desired a craft like no other. They spared no expense to create the largest private sailing ship ever built and in 1931, Sea Cloud was launched. In the 30s and 40s, as she sailed the world, the four-masted beauty was host to leaders including Duke and Duchess of Windsor, Franklin D. Roosevelt, and Sweden s King Gustavus V. Now carefully restored by a team of master craftspeople, this great lady continues to offer elegant quarters, fine dining, and impeccable service. Praised by the world s most discerning travelers and travel writers, Sea Cloud receives consistent high rankings from Condé Nast Traveler. n CRUISE RATES (Per Person) Cabins Decks Double Rates Single Rates Cabins 14 to 17 Promenade Deck $8,999 $8,999 Upper/lower twin beds, shower. Cabins 28 & 29 Promenade Deck $9,999 $14,999 Twin beds, shower. Cabins 18 to 25 Promenade Deck $10,999 $16,499 Twin beds, shower. Cabins 32 to 37 Lido Deck $11,999 Inquire Twin beds, shower. Cabins 6, 30 & 31 Main & Lido Decks $12,999 Inquire Queen-size bed, shower. Cabins 3 to 5 & 7 to 10 Main Deck $16,999 Inquire Queen-size or twin bed(s), marble fireplace, and bath. Cabins 1 & 2 Main Deck $18,999 Inquire Original Owner s Suites. King-size bed, marble fireplace, and bath. RATES INCLUDE n Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard Sea Cloud n All meals as indicated in the itinerary (B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, R=Reception, D=Dinner); bottled water and coffee/tea with all meals; wine and beer with lunches and dinners; complimentary open bar throughout the cruise n Airport/pier/airport group transfers for all participants on suggested flights n Enrichment program of lectures and special events n Escorted sightseeing by private motorcoach and entrance fees for all included visits n Taxes and service charges; gratuities to guides and drivers n Customary shipboard gratuities NOT INCLUDED IN RATES International airfare; passport fees; meals not specified; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested flights; trip insurance; optional Valletta prelude and Sorrento postlude; luggage in excess of one suitcase; any other items not specifically mentioned as included. Front cover: Sea Cloud. Back cover: Lipari, photo by icelandicphoto.
RESERVATION INFORMATION To secure your cabin, please call National Trust Tours at 888-484-8785. A deposit of $1,000 per person (of which $500 is non-refundable for administrative fees) is required. OPTIONAL PRELUDE IN VALLETTA September 29 October 2, 2018 Valletta Phoenicia Hotel Spend two nights in Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Visit the medieval walled city of Mdina, Malta s old capital, and in quaint Rabat, explore the newly reopened Wignacourt Museum, containing a labyrinth of hypogaeum, art galleries, and relics from the Knights of Malta. Also, see the Domus Romana, a first-century B.C. Roman house with exquisite mosaics. Discover the Neolithic Temple of Hagar Qim, one of the oldest freestanding temples in the world. At St. John s Co-Cathedral, view Caravaggio s masterpiece The Beheading of St. John the Baptist, and see tapestries and armor at the Palace of the Grand Masters. A special highlight will be a private reception at a 16th-century palazzo. Accommodations are at the landmark Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta s historic center. PRELUDE RATE: $1,399 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $399 Includes: Three nights at the Phoenicia Hotel; two breakfasts; one reception; one lunch; one dinner; sightseeing as noted. Sorrento OPTIONAL POSTLUDE IN SORRENTO October 9 12, 2018 The Erechtheion, photo by Paul Disembark Sea Cloud in Naples, one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities on earth. Visit the Capodimonte Museum, a former royal palace housing extraordinary works by Botticelli, Mantegna, El Greco, and Titian. Enjoy a private lunch at the Palazzo Zevallos and see Caravaggio s last painting. Spend a day in Pompeii to learn how the ancient Romans lived. Discover Paestum, one of the greatest archaeological sites in Italy, and admire lovely Mediterranean gardens at Tenuta Porta di Ferro. Accommodations for three nights are at the Grand Hotel Cocumella overlooking the Bay of Naples. Grand Hotel Cocumella POSTLUDE RATE: $2,999 SINGLE SUPPLEMENT: $699 Includes: Three nights at the Grand Hotel Cocumella; three breakfasts; two lunch; two dinner; sightseeing as noted. B_18SC1MLA1001_NTT
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