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Who is MSC Cruises At MSC Cruises, we have a long and proud history of sailing. We’ve been exploring the seas for over 300 years. It all began with one ship, soon growing into a magnificent fleet. Over the centuries, the Aponte family have remained dedicated to navigating the oceans and in 1970 founded the Mediterranean Shipping Company, which is now the 2nd largest container carrier in the world. Having such a strong heritage in seafaring and a love of the sea, MSC Cruises launched in 1988 and has become one of the fastest growing cruise companies in the world, with a fleet of 12 ships.

At MSC Cruises you’ll enjoy a high standard of comfort thanks to our modern ships - twelve jewels of the 21st century with an average age of just 5 years. And with more balcony cabins boasting a view from the sea than any other cruise line, there’s never been a more perfect way to explore 5 amazing continents. Sailing with MSC Cruises is a unique voyage of discovery that offers you an ever-evolving selection of fascinating destinations where you can enjoy the local traditions and sights at your own pace.

On board, our philosophy embraces the Mediterranean way of life through an authentic passion for good food with dishes inspired by Mediterranean cuisine as well as by the culture of each destination.All this comes with countless opportunities to relax, socialise and have fun with entertainment every night by artists, performers and spectacular shows in our theatres.

This authentic, warm, Mediterranean spirit combined with quality service will ensure that your every need is taken care of by our friendly, multilingual and expertly-trained staff. We believe that life should be full of unforgettable moments to savour and share with your family and loved ones.We look forward to welcoming you aboard.

Destinations & Excursions Area The excursions include expert guided tours, cultural trips, local food sampling, city visits and activities (such as snorkelling or camel rides). Passengers can really get a feel for the day’s destination in just a few hours and make holiday memories that will last a lifetime.

The MSC Cruises catalogue contains detailed information about each excursion, explaining excursion times, prices and itineraries tailored to customer tastes. A tour manager and team are on hand to answer any questions, organising everything with carefully selected partners.



Brief: A brand new tour Imagine a tour in the following ports (in relation to the country):

• Civitavecchia 07:00 - 17:00 • Marseille 09:00 - 16:00 • Warnemunde 08:00 - 19:00 • Barcelona 09:00 - 18:00

Tour details: The tour has to be new to MSC Cruises (please refer to the attachment n°1 “Existing tours”) and has to fit into the timing stated above, including the transfer to/from the port.

The program must include: • timing of transfer from one venue to the other and the timing of the visits • the name of the venues visited, the activities involved in any venue • if there is a meal/snack included in the tour, it must be mentioned and the

menu must be carefully described • the tour cost shall be a maximum of €40 (including transportation, guide,

entrance fees and meals), but the ideal cost would be between €15 and €25 Provide a full and appealing description of the tour using the attached forms named “Attachment n°2 - Shore Excursions Form” and “Attachment n°3 Shore Excursions Additional info”and provide also a proposal of advertisement for the tour (flyer, web page, etc).



Attachment 1 - Existing Tours

CIVITAVECCHIA (Italy)

The port city of Civitavecchia lies about an hour from Italy’s capital, Rome, and is the starting point for excursions into the ‘Eternal City’. Rome probably needs no introduction – it is the ultimate vacation destination - there is perhaps no other city so crammed full of history, with layer upon layer of fabulous ruins and imperial

temples, not to mention Etruscan tombs, early Christian churches, medieval bell towers, Renaissance palaces and baroque basilicas, all which can be enjoyed under the magic of the warm Southern sun.

CIV02 - ROME, BAROQUE TOUR ! ! ! Duration: full day, lunch not included Rome – one of the world’s most iconic cities that is both steeped in history and rich in Italian charm – awaits you after an approx. 1.5-hour coach drive from Civitavecchia. A city guide will be on hand to meet you on arrival and then escort you on a Roman tour that includes external viewings of the Colosseum and Roman Forum. The Pope’s weekly Angelus – held on St. Peter’s Square every Sunday – can also be attended, giving you a chance to admire the splendid Bernini Column at the same time. Free time to explore on your own will be made available as well. A visit to the Basilica is well worthwhile – your guide will provide information on the site beforehand. The excursion draws to a close with a walk to the Pantheon and the lovely Piazza Navona. After saying goodbye to your guide, you will return to the port. Please note: the excursion includes a long walking tour. Lunch is not included in the price of the excursion and is at the clients’ charge. The possibility of attending the “Angelus” will be reconfirmed on board as it depends on the Vatican’s programmes and is foreseen only during Sunday calls. During the autumn and the winter, it may be dusk when we visit some of the sites. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

CIV03 - ROME ON YOUR OWN ! ! ! ! Duration: full day, lunch not included This unguided tour of Rome begins with an approx. 1.5-hour drive by coach, after which you can spend the entire day exploring “The Eternal City” – the capital of Italy – at your leisure. Instructions on how best to get around town and a map showing the main sights and monuments will be provided. Some of the must-sees Rome is known for include the Colosseum and the Roman Forum, the Pantheon, the beautiful Piazza Navona in old Rome and the neighbouring Vatican City State in Rome’s modern centre, to name but a few. As one of the world’s fashion capitals, the city is also choc-full of superb shopping facilities. Further sights include the magnificent Bernini Column on St. Peter’s Square, which is also the site of the Pope’s Sunday Angelus. Please note: the bus stops near the Colosseum; this is the point of arrival and departure of your tour. Wheelchair guests must be accompanied by their own helper to get on/off the coach. Wheelchairs must be foldable as the coach is not provided with ramps or lifts. Once onboard, please contact Excursions Desk staff promptly so they can help make arrangements.

CIV07 - GRAN TOUR OF ROME, THE ETERNAL CITY ! ! ! ! " Duration: full day, lunch included This excursion combines two of the most important aspects of Rome: Christianity and antiquity. Bus transfer to Rome (1.5 hours) to meet our guide and start the tour with a visit to the Colosseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre. We will look around this impressive edifice, built to hold up to 50.000 people and where the Romans used to watch the cruel gladiators combats. The tour continues with a stroll around Piazza Navona and the Pantheon, an ancient temple built in honour of seven important Roman deities. Stop for lunch in a typical Italian restaurant. The afternoon will be dedicated to the home of Christianity as we pay a visit to St. Peter's Square: free time to explore the square or to visit the Basilica independently after receiving information from the guide outside the site. After leaving our guide in Rome we will return to the port. Please note: this tour is almost entirely made on foot and is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties. During the autumn and the winter, it may be dusk when we visit some of the sites. The restaurant lunch may be earlier or later depending on the day of call. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.



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CIV08 – ROME & THE WONDERS OF THE VATICAN MUSEUM ! ! ! ! Duration: full day, lunch not included A 1.5-hour bus transfer will take you to Rome where your guide will provide a sightseeing tour of Rome’s key monuments including the Aurelian Walls, the Pyramid, Caracalla’s Baths, the Circus Massimus, the Colosseum, the Roman Forum, Venice Square and the romantic “Lungotevere”: all from the comfort of your coach. We will proceed to the Vatican area where, after a short walk, you will reach the Vatican Museum. This excursion allows you privileged access to the site, avoiding the long queues. Enjoy a guided tour inside one of the world’s most famous museums, admiring the masterpieces commissioned by the Roman Popes and which have been collected and preserved during the ages. See inside the Sistine Chapel, marvel at the exquisite frescoes by Michaelangelo and other XV century artists from Tuscany and Umbria. Free time for lunch (not-inclusive) followed by a guided tour of “Piazza San Pietro” and the Basilica. The return to the port will be unguided. Please note: during calls in the autumn and the winter, it may be dusk when we visit some of the sites. This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or using a wheelchair. This tour is not scheduled on Sunday calls. Shooting videos or taking pictures inside the Sistine Chapel is prohibited. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

CIV09 – ROME SIGHTSEEING ! ! ! Duration: 5 hours Leave the port for a 1.5-hour drive to Italy’s capital city and experience one of the most comfortable ways to visit Rome with a sightseeing coach tour of all the attractions that make up this “Eternal City”. You will see the Cestia Pyramid, Caracalla Baths, “Circus Massimus”, the Colosseum and the famous “Bocca della Verità” fountain as well as Via Veneto, Piazza Barberini, and the romantic “Lungotevere”. We will then drop you off at the Vatican where you will have free time to wander the tranquil backstreets of the Vatican State or visit Saint Peter’s Basilica on your own. The return to the port will be unguided. Please note: guests will be met in Rome by the guides. Wheelchair guests must be accompanied by their own helper to get on/off the coach. Wheelchairs must be foldable as the coach is not provided with ramps or lifts. Once onboard, please contact Excursions Desk staff promptly so they can help make arrangements.

CIV16 – EXCLUSIVE VISIT TO ROME: CITY VISIT AND FREE TIME IN THE FASHION

DISTRICT ! ! ! ! ! Duration: approx. 7.5 hours, lunch not included. While Rome was certainly not built in a day, this easy-going tour lets you check out the eternal city’s most iconic locations in just under 8 hours! After about a 90-minute drive to meet your guide, you will first make your way up Aventine Hill for a peek at the Basilica of St. Peter through the so-called keyhole in the grounds of the impressive Villa del Priorato di Malta. Your route around Rome will also include views of the Pyramid of Cestius, Caracalla Baths, Circus Maximus, Colosseum, the Bocca della Verità (the Mouth of Truth) fountain as well as the Roman theatre and the splendid Piazza and Palazzo Barberini. Your jaunt through living history will be followed by a pleasure of a decidedly more modern and urbane kind: shopping in the city’s cult fashion district all around Piazza del Popolo right down to Via Condotti, Via Borgognona, Via Frattina and Piazza di Spagna. Splurge, if you feel the urge, on the high-end jewellery and couture fashions presented in the glossy retail outlets of Italian and international designers or simply gather inspiration during a bit of window shopping ahead of your 90-minute drive back to the ship, during which you can relax and relive the memories of your fabulous time in Rome. Wheelchair guests must be accompanied by their own helper to get on/off the coach. Wheelchairs must be foldable as the coach is not provided with ramps or lifts. Once onboard, please contact Excursions Desk staff promptly so they can help make arrangements.

CIV21 – WALKING TOUR IN ROME ! ! ! ! Duration: 7.5 hours, lunch not included Rome is a great city for walking and this excursion will ensure you the best itinerary to profit of the city’s best sights. Leave the port and enjoy a 1.5-hour coach drive to Rome where you will meet your guide that will give you whispers before starting on your Roman tour. The Colosseo will be the first sight on this excursion; you can admire the external of one of the symbols of the eternal city. Next take



a short walk to another famous site: the Roman Forum for a jump back into the past. Your walking tour continues passing by Piazza St. Apostoli until reaching Piazza di Spagna. With its characteristic butterfly plan, this is one of the most famous images of Rome in the world, as well as being one of the most majestic urban monuments of Roman Baroque style. You will have some time for shopping and having lunch on your own before you continue to the Pantheon and around the elegant Piazza Navona. On taking leave of your Roman guide, you will return to the port. Please note: in Rome the whole excursion includes long walking so it’s not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Comfortable shoes are recommended. This tour does not include an inside visit to the Coliseum.

BARCELONA (Spain)

Barcelona is Spain’s second-largest city and the capital of the Catalonia region. A wonderfully vibrant city and a cultural and artistic centre since the Middle Ages, Barcelona makes for a fantastic out, whether for a few

hours or a whole day.

BCN01 - CITY TOUR ! ! " ! Duration: 4 hours Take some time to discover beautiful Barcelona on this enjoyable sightseeing tour of the city. Your Barcelona experience begins at the spectacular Cathedral of the Holy Cross and St. Eulalia, the construction of which began at the end of the 13th and continued into the 15th century. The Cathedral is situated in Barcelona’s Barri Gòtic quarter, the city’s largely intact medieval centre. The coach will also drive past two of the famous works by the architect Gaudí for external viewings of the Sagrada Família and the Casa Batlló. Your tour will be rounded off by a stroll around the tranquil Poble Espanyol, a village purpose-built to showcase Spain’s many different architectural styles, and a brief stop at Montjuich Hill for the fabulous views of the city from the Belvedere del Alcalde. Your tour concludes with your return to the ship. Please note: the Cathedral visit may have to be cancelled on public holidays or if special events are being held. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting places of religious importance.

BCN02 - PANORAMIC TOUR & SHOPPING " ! " ! Duration: 4 hours The fabulous city of Barcelona is well worth a visit and this whistle-stop tour will take you to see the key sights during an enjoyable half day off the ship. Upon leaving the port, your tour begins with a drive through Barcelona's main streets and squares. A short stop will be made at Montjuich Hill to take in the superb view over the city before moving on for a brief external viewing of the Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s striking yet unfinished neo-Gothic masterpiece. There will also be time to pay the impressive Barcelona Cathedral, which was constructed from the end of the 13th until into the 15th century, a visit before taking you to go shopping in the Plaça de Catalunya, a large square in central Barcelona that is ideal for a little retail therapy. Please note: on public holidays or on Sunday afternoon, the shopping stop will be at the “La Rambla”. Wheelchair guests must be accompanied by their own helper to get on/off the coach. Wheelchairs must be foldable as the coach is not provided with ramps or lifts. Once onboard, please contact Excursions Desk staff promptly so they can help make arrangements.

BCN03 - GAUDI’S EXPERIENCE ! ! ! Duration: 4 hours Don’t miss your chance to immerse yourself in the fascinating world and works of Barcelona’s premiere architect: the world-famous Antoni Gaudí. After leaving the port, your tour will take you down the beautiful Passeig de Gràcia avenue for an outside view of Casa Batlló, a flamboyant building that is covered in thousands of multi-coloured tiles. Up next is Park Güell, a garden complex and one of Barcelona’s key tourist attractions due to its remarkable, sinuous buildings, stunning mosaics and ceramic-covered benches. The excursion also includes time to visit inside Gaudí’s unfinished neo-Gothic masterpiece, the Sagrada Família. Your tour ends with a scenic return drive to the port. Please note: this tour can be booked or purchased only during your cruise. This tour is not available on 21.03.2015 (MSC Sinfonia).



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BCN05 - PANORAMIC CITY TOUR & NOU CAMP STADIUM ! ! Duration: 3.5 hours Thanks to the sheer scale of its impressive architecture, Barcelona’s Camp Nou Stadium – one of the world’s most famous football temples and the largest stadium in all of Europe with a capacity to seat nearly 100,000 people – is a fascinating destination, whether you are a soccer fan or not. Apart from hosting numerous key UEFA matches throughout the years, the stadium has also been used to stage other events, including concerts given by such major pop artists as Sting, Bruce Springsteen, Peter Gabriel, Tracy Chapman or U2. In 1982, Pope John Paul II even celebrated mass at the stadium, on which occasion he was made an honorary citizen of Barcelona. Your tour begins with a drive-by sightseeing tour past Gaudi’s Sagrada Família, a minor basilica, and up Montjuich Hill before arriving at Camp Nou Stadium. Please note: the feasibility of the tour is subject to the schedule of the football club and then the stadium could be closed with very short notice; for this reason the tour could be cancelled even the day before our call for reasons beyond MSC’s control. The visit to the stadium includes walking upstairs and downstairs and is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is not available on calls falling on a Sunday afternoon.

BCN08 - MONTSERRAT ! ! ! Duration: 4.5 hours Situated approx. 1 hour by coach from the port of Barcelona lies Montserrat, a mountain-top Benedictine Monastery that forms the highest point of the Catalonian lowlands. Santa Maria de Montserrat, to give the monastery its official name, is a key Catholic pilgrimage site and a favourite destination for religious retreats. Apart from being home to a statue of the Virgin of Montserrat – also known as the Black Madonna or La Moreneta – the monastery boasts a basilica with a resplendent interior that stands in stark contrast to its somewhat austere exterior. Interestingly, the monastery also hosts a publishing house that counts as one of the world’s oldest still functioning presses, with the first book having been printed in 1499. You will have time to look around by yourself before returning to Barcelona. Please note: the guide will give explanation only outside the Monastery; guests will visit the site individually. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting the religious site. Shooting videos or taking photos during the visit to the Monastery is prohibited. Wheelchair guests must be accompanied by their own helper to get on/off the coach. Wheelchairs must be foldable as the coach is not provided with ramps or lifts. Once onboard, please contact Excursions Desk staff promptly so they can help make arrangements. This tour is not available on 21.03.2015 (MSC Sinfonia).

BCN10 - FLAMENCO SHOW ! ! ! ! Duration: 4 hours This tour lets you simply sit back and relax on the coach while you enjoy drive-by viewings of Barcelona’s main sights, including the magnificent Passeig de Gràcia and Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Família, which was consecrated as a minor basilica by the Pope in 2010. Continuing up to Montjuich Hill, you can enjoy breathtaking views of the city below and after a photo stop, head for Poble Espanyol, a unique open-air architectural museum situated on the hill. The museum was originally constructed for the Barcelona International Exhibition in 1929 with the aim of mimicking a townscape that would reflect the architecture, style and culture typical of various Spanish regions in a single place. A 30-minute flamenco show accompanied by a fruity sangria punch rounds off your tour. Please note: this tour is not available on 21.03.2015 (MSC Sinfonia).

BCN21 – HIGHLIGHTS OF BARCELONA, MONTSERRAT & WINE TASTING ! !

! Duration: approx. 7.5 hours, lunch not included Celebrated the world over for its fabulous architecture, Barcelona is yours to enjoy as your coach first takes you around the city’s main sights on this all-day Catalan experience. The route will take you down Passeig de Gràcia, one of Barcelona’s main boulevards, for an outside visit to Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece, the incredible Sagrada Família. Leaving the breathtaking basilica behind, a location of equally awe-inspiring proportions is next: the jagged sandstone columns of the Montserrat Mountains and the abbey of Santa Maria de Montserrat, an impressive complex of buildings that affords glorious views of the countryside below. A key Catholic pilgrimage site and popular as a religious retreat, the abbey not only hosts a statue of the Virgin of Montserrat, aka the Black Madonna, but also a basilica with an ornately decorated interior. Some time to soak up the beguiling surroundings and have lunch



(not included in the price of the tour) then follows, after which your travels continue by coach to the village of Sant Sadurni and the Cavas Vilarnau wine cellars. Apart from a chance to see how wine, sparkling wine and the bottle-fermented Spanish cava are made, you will also be able to please your palate during the tasting session that concludes your visit. The relaxing return drive to your ship brings your Catalonian outing to a close. Please note: the guide will give explanation only outside the Monastery; guests will visit the site individually. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting the religious site. Shooting videos or taking photos during the visit to the Monastery is prohibited. This excursion is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is only for guests onboard MSC Divina and MSC Fantasia.

BCN27 – ELECTRIC BIKE TOUR OF BARCELONA ! ! ! ! Duration: approx. 4.5 hours Presenting Barcelona from its most appealing angles, the tour takes you through the city on an electrically assisted bike to both its highest point and down to the sea to sail along the shoreline. Starting at the historical Barri Gòtic, you’ll first get a Mercedes-Benz e-Bike for an easy ride to the cable car up to the city’s best viewpoint, Montjuïc Hill. Back on your e-Bike, you’ll reach the impressive 17th-century Montjuïc Castle for an outside viewing and an amazing panorama of the city below. Then it’s down to the city’s lowest point to board an eco-boat. The scenic cruise to the Olympic Harbour, which hosted the sailing events of the 1992 Olympics, will deliver splendid views of the cityscape and main beaches. Your tour of Barcelona’s best naturally also includes a look at two of the buildings designed by the famous Catalan architect, Antoni Gaudí. After passing through Ciutadella Park and the beautiful Arc de Triomf, you will reach Gaudí’s as yet unfinished masterpiece, the Sagrada Família, where you’ll have some free time. Then it’s on to the splendid Passeig de Gràcia before you head back to the Barri Gòtic to board a coach for your return trip to the pier and your ship. Please note: this tour is not available on 21.03.2015 (MSC Sinfonia).

WARNEMUNDE (Germany)

Having been founded in about 1200, the small Baltic town of Warnemünde – near Rostock at the estuary of the River Warnow in the German state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern – spent the first few centuries of its existence as a rather unimportant fishing village before becoming a popular seaside resort in the 19th century, which it

has remained ever since.

WAR01 – A TASTE OF ROSTOCK ! ! " ! " Duration: 4.5 hours Make the most of your call in Warnemünde and spend half a day exploring the gorgeous old Hanseatic city of Rostock, just a stone’s throw by coach from the port. Accompanied by your guide, a walking tour will introduce you to Rostock and its gabled, brick-fronted houses and main landmarks. After a chance to visit the 13th-century Evangelical Lutheran Church of St. Mary, Rostock’s largest and most important, you’ll move on to the Kröpeliner Gate, built around 1900, the 13th-century city hall, Rostock University, founded in 1419, and the 13th-century Franciscan Monastery of the Holy Cross. As seeing the sights can be thirsty work and since Germany prides itself in its traditionally brewed beers, you’ll head for a local brewery for a refreshing beer-tasting session. A relaxing 30-minute coach journey back to Warnemünde and your waiting ship will then bring the tour to a close. Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Limited number of guides in languages other than German. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in German only.

WAR02 – BERLIN " " ! Duration: 9.5 hours, lunch not included Promising to deliver the best of Berlin, this all-day tour begins with a scenic 3-hour coach drive through northern Germany to meet your guide in the big city. The tour will then take you to Charlottenburg Palace, a vast complex in Baroque-/Rococo-style that dates back to the late 17th-/early 18th centuries. After a chance to take some photos, you’ll move on through the west of Berlin, driving down Kurfürstendamm, then passing the 19th-century Kaiser Wilhelm Memorial Church and the KaDeWe, Germany’s largest department store. As you head for east Berlin, the route will take you past the 19th-century Victory Column and Potsdamer Platz before you’ll have some free time to explore the area around the Brandenburg Gate. During the communist era, this was the site of the terrifying



“death strip”, but now freed of this oppressive spectre, the area welcomes visitors with the German Reichstag building on the one and the lovely Unter den Linden boulevard on the other side. Re-connect with your guide at the nearby Holocaust Memorial before heading for east Berlin, passing Bebelplatz, Gendarmenmarkt, Checkpoint Charlie – an iconic reminder of the former political division – and Alexanderplatz with its imposing TV tower. Your last stop will be the 1.3-km stretch of remaining Berlin Wall called the East Side Gallery, adorned with graffiti, after which you’ll re-board your coach for the journey back to the ship. Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Limited number of guides in languages other than German. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in German only.

WAR03 – THE FAIRYTALE CITY OF SCHWERIN " " ! Duration: approx. 6 hours, lunch not included About a 1-hour drive to the south of Rostock is where you’ll find an all-German chance to step back in time at the historical town of Schwerin, situated on the shores of the scenic Lake Schwerin in the state of Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. These fairy-tail environs are the destination of this entertaining tour, which begins with your coach transfer from the port. You’ll then meet your guide and amble down the narrow old streets to reach the imposing brick Gothic cathedral in the middle of town, along with the beautiful buildings flanking the marketplace. You only have to look around to see the old town hall and the so-called “new building” from the 18th-century along with its 14 pillars. Strolling on, you’ll then head for the utterly amazing Schwerin Castle, which is surrounded by palatial gardens and sits on an island in Lake Schwerin. This celebration of romantic Historicism was created in the mid-19th century and stepping out into its meticulously manicured two-tiered gardens – one at water level and the other set higher with a fragrant orangery – is sure to transport you to a world of royal pleasures, at least for a little while. You’ll also have some time to explore the centre of Schwerin on your own or find a place to have a snack (not included in the price of the tour) before you begin your return journey to Warnemünde and your ship. Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Limited number of guides in languages other than German. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in German only.

WAR04 – THE HANSEATIC CITY OF LUBECK " " ! Duration: approx. 7 hours, lunch not included Warnemünde makes an excellent starting point to pay one of northern Germany’s cultural gems a visit: Lübeck, a Hanseatic city situated on the shores of the Baltic Sea and proud owner of an extensive and superbly preserved medieval quarter that has earned it a place on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. A 2-hour coach drive through north Germany’s bucolic countryside to Lübeck begins your tour, after which you’ll meet your guide and begin your enjoyable city itinerary. The city abounds with reminders of the Hanseatic League’s heyday between the 11th and 17th centuries, from the lovely old streets, buildings and courtyards, through the fabulous Holsten Gate and the seven spires of Lübeck’s five churches, right up to the late 13th-century Hospital of the Holy Ghost and the 13th-/14th-century Church of St. Mary, home to the world’s largest mechanical organ. A look at the 14th-/15th-century old town hall is also on the itinerary before you move on to Niederegger House to learn a little about the fine art of making marzipan. Free time is then scheduled for you to spend as you wish, perhaps continuing your exploration of the city or stopping for lunch in one of the many cafés and restaurants (not covered by the price of the tour), before you begin your relaxing coach ride back to Warnemünde and your ship. Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Limited number of guides in languages other than German. Should a tour guide for your language be unavailable, the tour will be provided in German only.

WAR05 – BERLIN ON YOUR OWN " " ! ! Duration: 9.5 hours, lunch not included This unguided tour of Berlin begins with an approx. 3-hour drive by coach, after which you can spend some additional 3.5 hours exploring one of the most cosmopolitan cities of Europe at your leisure. Your starting point in Berlin will be the Brandenburg Gate; instructions on how best to get around town and maps to reach the main sights and monuments will be provided. Some of the must-sees Berlin is known for include the 19th-century Victory Column and Potsdamer Platz, Alexanderplatz with its imposing TV tower, Checkpoint Charlie – an iconic reminder of the former political division – to



mention only a few. But as this tour is all about what you want to see in the German capital, the choice of what to see is yours alone to make. Just be sure to be at Brandenburg Gate in good time to board your return coach to Warnemünde and your ship. Please note: wheelchair guests must be accompanied by their own helper to get on/off the coach. Wheelchairs must be foldable as the coach is not provided with ramps or lifts. Once onboard, please contact Excursions Desk staff promptly so they can help make arrangements.

MARSEILLES (France)

France’s second largest city and the capital of the Provence- Côte d'Azur region, the cosmopolitan city of Marseilles lies on the southeast coast of France. Come ashore at Marseilles and you will be well-situated to

reach the other lovely towns along the French coast, including Aix-en-Provence and Cassis – you’ll be spoilt for choice!

MRS02 - AIX-EN-PROVENCE ! ! ! ! Duration: approx. 4 hours We will leave Marseille port for a 40-minute drive to the lovely town of Aix-en-Provence. The excursion starts with a visit to the famous XII century St. Saviour’s Cathedral and gardens. The Cathedral was built on the site of a Roman Temple and dates from a period that spans the XI and XIII centuries. Fronted by a richly decorated Gothic-style portal with elaborately carved doors, the Cathedral is flanked on the north by an unfinished tower. Enjoy a pleasant walk (1,5 hours) through the historic town centre before reaching the famous Mazarino Quarter, a residential district created by Cardinal Mazarin’s brother in the last half of the XVII century for the gentry of Aix en Provence. Free time for shopping. Please note: this tour includes long periods of walking on uneven ground and is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance. On holidays shops may be closed.

MRS03 - CASSIS ! ! ! ! Duration: approx. 4.5 hours Formerly a quiet fishing village on the southern coastline of France near Marseille, Cassis has grown into a charming small town and popular international tourist resort. The town is particularly famed for its cliffs, calanques – steep-walled inlets – and the local white and rosé wines. On leaving the port of Marseille, your tour begins with a 1-hour coach transfer, followed by a local train to the town. Once there, you will have plenty of time to stroll around Cassis’ charming streets, lined with the brightly coloured homes of the locals, and beautiful port as well as enjoy splendid views afforded from the waterfront. Your tour ends with your return trip back to the ship. Please note: the station of the local train may be crowded so please expect some queues. On holidays shops may be closed.

MRS06 - MARSEILLES CITY TOUR ! ! ! Duration: approx. 4 hours Join us on a visit around this important maritime town. We will begin at the Cathedral of Notre Dame de la Garde which stands majestically on top of a hill. The Cathedral is made up of a lower and an upper church and was built on the site of an ancient chapel. Continue along the “Corniche” (coast road) where we will admire Borely Castle and garden (no inside visit). The excursion includes sightseeing in the centre of Marseilles and photos at Longchamps Palace before enjoying some free time in the “Vieux Port” (old port). Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or using a wheelchair due to many steps and uphill path around the Cathedral. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

MRS07 - AVIGNON AND MARSEILLES ! ! ! Duration: full day, lunch not included Our starting point for this day-long tour begins in Marseilles, as the Cathedral of Notre Dame de la Garde. This Neo-Byzantine church stands on top of a hill and was designed by the French architect


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Esperandiu between 1853 and 1864. The site was formerly a XIII century chapel dedicated to Our Lady of the Guard and features several votive offerings from safely returned sailors. Stop for an inside visit before continuing on a 1.5-hour coach ride to the medieval city of Avignon. Here we will visit the Palace of the Popes, an ancient fortress rich in galleries and chapels. The frescoes and hand-painted tapestries in the Popes’ bedrooms and private rooms bear witness to the former opulence of this residence. Make the most of your free time to stroll around and have lunch (non-inclusive) in one of the typical French brasserie-restaurants. Return to Marseilles for embarkation. Please note: walking on uneven ground and steps. This tour is not suitable for guests with mobility problems or using a wheelchair due to many steps and uphill path around the Cathedral in Marseilles. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance. The visit to the Cathedral of Notre Dame de la Garde will be external for guests onboard MSC Preziosa and MSC Fantasia. This tour is not available for guests onboard MSC Splendida, MSC Armonia and MSC Sinfonia.

MRS08 - MONTE CRISTO TOUR ! ! ! ! ! ! Duration: approx. 4 hours A boat transfer will take you to the island of “Château d’If” for a guided visit of this fortified prison built between 1524-28 and which became a state prison in the XVII century. The popular XIX century French author, Alexandre Dumas, brought literary fame to the castle who used it as a setting for his adventure novel, the Count of Monte Cristo. The tour will continue to the “Frioul” island, not far from the historic port, where we will enjoy free time on the beach. Return to the ship. Please note: this tour operates from June until middle of September and is subject to weather conditions.

MRS14 – DELUXE VISIT TO PROVENCE: AVIGNON & AIX-EN-PROVENCE ! !

! Duration: full day, lunch not included While the sun-kissed shores of southern France make ideal holiday destinations, the delightful towns lying inland are equally worth a visit. Designed to let you savour two such jewels, the outing begins with a 40-minute drive to Aix-en-Provence, where you’ll visit the Cathedral of the Holy Saviour. Sitting on the site of a former Roman forum and amalgamating a variety of architectural styles from the 5th to the 17th centuries, the Cathedral boasts a richly decorated Gothic façade with elaborately carved doors, and to the north of the building an unfinished tower. You’ll then walk through the historical district to reach the lovely Mazarin quarter, a residential area built for the town’s gentry in the second half of the 17th century. A chance to relax then follows on the 90-minute drive up to Avignon, after which you’ll have some time for lunch in one of the town’s many brasseries before moving on to the monumental Papal Palace, the seat of Christianity in the 14th century and now a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Rich in galleries and chapels as well as frescoes and hand-painted wall-hangings in the private papal suite, the palace still bears testament to its former opulence. The pleasant return drive to Marseille and your ship then brings the tour to an unhurried close. Please note: as the tour involves walking on uneven ground and using stairs, it is considered to be unsuitable for guests with mobility problems or using a wheelchair. The cost of lunch (optional) is not included in the price of the tour. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance. This tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Orchestra.

MRS15 – BEST OF TWO CITIES: AIX-EN-PROVENCE AND MARSEILLE ! ! ! Duration: full day, lunch not included An all-day tour of two cities awaits that will take you to see both Aix-en-Provence and Marseille, two of the most popular destinations in the south of France. Initially remaining in Marseille, a coach will take you down the coastal Kennedy Corniche for views of the near-shore islands called “Les Îles”, before continuing on to the hilltop location of the Neo-Byzantine Cathedral of Notre Dame de la Garde, where more superb vistas are a snapshot waiting to happen. Moving on down Marseille’s Palais Longchamps, you’ll head for the Vieux Port for some free time to explore. The many cafés and restaurants are perfect for coffee or a bite to eat (not included in the price of the tour) and the nearby Centre Bourse is ideal for all who love to shop. A 40-minute coach journey will then take you up to the beautiful university and spa town of Aix-en-Provence. A walk through the historical district will take you from the tree-lined Cours Mirabeau boulevard to the 17th-century residential Mazarin quarter, built to house the town’s gentry, en route to Place des Quatre Dauphins, its ornate “Four Dolphins” fountain and the Cathedral of the Holy Saviour, a blend of various architectural styles from the 5th to the 17th centuries.



You’ll have some time to spend on your own at this lovely spot before the coach returns you to your ship. Please note: as the tour involves walking on uneven ground and using stairs, it is considered to be unsuitable for guests with mobility problems or using a wheelchair. The cost of lunch (optional) is not included in the price of the tour. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance. The visit to the Cathedral of Notre Dame de la Garde will be external for guests onboard MSC Preziosa and MSC Fantasia. This tour is not available for guests onboard MSC Splendida, MSC Armonia and MSC Sinfonia.



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Difficulty Level Level 1(EASY): this tour involves walking over rela1vely level terrain. Comfortable shoes are recommended.

Level 2 (MODERATE):this tour involves a considerable amount of physical ac1vity such as walking over cobblestones or uneven surfaces, steep terrain, swimming in a light current, or bycicle riding. They are not recommended for guests with walking difficu1es. Comfortable sturdy shoes are recommended.

Level 3 (STRENOUS): this tour involves physical exer1on for extended periods of 1me. The terrain may be uneven or steep. They are recommended only for the physically fit and adventurous traveler.

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