39 Night Cruise sailing from Perth to Portsmouth aboard Athena.
Athena was originally built as a trans-atlantic ocean liner and in 1994 the vessel changed ownership and was virtually stripped to her hull and re-constructed and restored as a beautiful new premium rated contemporary cruise ship. With a handsome profile and a traditional walk around promenade deck, Athena is a medium to small sized cruise ship by today's standards carrying about 550 passengers and offering a wide selection of well appointed public lounges and comfortable cabin accommodation spanning eight passenger decks serviced by two lifts.
Her enhanced facilities include the impressive Olissipo Restaurant with an alternative buffet dining facility in the Lotus Lounge, a choice of five comfortable lounges and bars including the impressive Calypso Show Lounge, plus a nightclub, cinema, casino, shopping boutique and photo shop, library, card room, fitness and health centre with a sauna and massage, an outdoor swimming pool and a beautiful marbled reception area.
A majority of cabins have a sea view and all 276 passenger cabins have private en-suite facilities with a bath tub and shower, a television for satellite programmes and in house movies, a fridge and mini bar facility, hairdryer and personal safe. There is a selection of twin-bedded and double-bedded cabins, and also more luxurious mini suites and spacious balcony suites with the added benefit of Jacuzzis. A limited number of cabins also have extra upper foldaway pullman berths or sofa bed.
The Classic International Cruises brand has always been associated with great value. Athena will be no exception, offering interesting cruise itineraries throughout the seas of the world.
Perth
Fremantle is the port for Perth, capital of Western Australia.
Fremantle is a major tourist attraction for travellers from all parts of the world and attracts large numbers of residents and visitors on a daily basis. The city offers a unique blend of a lively multicultural yet relaxed lifestyle and is a 7 day city.
Within easy walking and cycling distance, visitors can experience contemporary circus, fine crafts, original music and theatre, exciting galleries, museums and bookshops. Along with maritime history and extensive architectural conservation, the Arts have become a central part of Fremantle life where visitors can discover the past and present.
PERTH is a vibrant and modern city pleasantly sited on the Swan and Canning rivers, with the cerulean Indian Ocean to the west and the ancient Darling Ranges to the east. It claims to be the sunniest state capital in Australia.
From Perth you can access the West Australian Outback,feed the dolphins at Monkey Mia or perhaps swim with the Gentle creatures of the deep - Whale Sharks
Singapore
Singapore is an island-state in Southeast Asia. Singapore City is by far the largest and most significant island alongside 63 others that make up Singapore state. Located at the mouth of the Singapore River, it is a modern, affluent city and the world's busiest port.
A blend of the ancient and modern can be seen from the gleaming skyscrapers to Chinese and Hindu temples. Combining a lush tropical climate, with tasty food, good shopping and a happening, vibrant nightlife scene, this Garden City makes a great stopover or springboard into the region.
Athens
The port of Piraeus is one of the last old-style Mediterranean ports from where you can catch ferries to all of the Greek islands and travel a short distance to Athens, the capital city of Greece. Athens is an ancient city, steeped in many centuries of history.
In the heart of the city lies the ancient Plaka district, with its honeycomb of streets, little shops - and tavernas that come alive at night. Situated on the north and east slopes of the Acropolis, it is rich with historic sites, such as ancient monuments and churches. Within Athens there are eight large hills, including the Acropolis, and on the outskirts, Mount Parnitha, Mount Pendeli and Mount Hymettos surround the city. A trip to Athens' most famous tourist attraction, the impressive Parthenon built on the Acropolis around 2,500 years ago, will be memorable to say the least.
There are an extraordinary number of historic tourist sights in Athens and many of these are known world-wide. Some of the top Athens attractions include the Agora - a grand, ruined Roman building, Hadrian's Arch - originally the city gate linking the Roman quarters with original town of Athens and the stunning Dionysos Theatre - the world's oldest theatre where many great plays have been performed over the years.
Rome
Rome is one of the most popular cities in the world and is a history lesson in itself. Key sites include the Vatican City, The Forum, the Colosseum and the ruins of the Circus Maximus. There are many museums and art galleries, with works by Raphael, Bottecelli, Pinturicchio and Belini and many more.
The Vatican City has many spectacular buildings and churches to visit principle amongst which is the Sistine Chapel with its Michelangelo ceiling. It is the world's smallest independent sovereign state and also features St. Peter's Basilica was built over 1,500 years ago the Vatican Library hand the Vatican Garden.
Modern Rome is a city of restaurants, open piazza's, wonderful shopping and more.
Portsmouth
Portsmouth is a city steeped in history with an impressive cast of characters from maritime heroes to literary giants. From its humble beginnings as a Saxon fishing village, Portsmouth developed into a military garrison town and then into the home of one of the most powerful sea-borne fighting forces in history. 2005 will see the opening of a new, contemporary, national icon based on the south coast, providing a unique 'window on the sea'
At the heart of the city is Portsmouth Historic Dockyard. Here you can explore Lord Nelson's flagship, HMS Victory and tour Queen Victoria's battleship, HMS Warrior 1860. You can see Henry Vlll's Mary Rose and trace the history of the Royal Navy at the Royal Naval Museum. Then come right up to date with "Action Stations" an interactive attraction on today's navy.
Other attractions include Charles Dickens' birthplace, the D-Day Museum featuring the Overlord Embroidery, Southsea Castle, the Royal Marines Museum, and Portsmouth Cathedral.
Southsea, Portsmouth's own resort area offers four miles of beach and promenade, including gardens and piers. You can take an undersea safari at the Blue Reef Aquarium or splash around at the Pyramids with their fun pools, flumes and waves.
At the harbour entrance lies Gunwharf Quays, a world-class waterfront shopping and leisure development. Spinnaker Tower is also situated here. This is a striking new attraction soaring 170m into the air and offering spectacular views over the south coast.
If you want to shop then Portsmouth City Centre and Southsea offer an excellent selection of shops from high street names to independent retailers.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds and private facilities with bath -located on Aegean and Pacific Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds and private facilities with bath -located on Aegean and Pacific Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds or most with convertible double bed, DVD Player, lounge or sofa bed private facilities with Jacuzzi bath - located on Mediterranean Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have private balcony, 2 lower twin beds or convertible double bed, lounge, DVD Player, walk in wardrobe and private facilities with Jacuzzi bath - located on Navigators Deck - average size 30sqm. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds or convertible double beds where indicated on the deck plan and private facilities with bath - located on Atlantic , Mediterranean , Promenade and Navigators Deck.All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds and private facilities with bath - located on Navigators Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds or convertible double beds where indicated on the deck plan and private facilities with bath - located on Pacific or Atlantic Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds or convertible double beds where indicated on the deck plan and private facilities with bath - located on Pacific or Atlantic Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds or convertible double bed, lounge and private facilities with Jacuzzi bath and DVD Player - located on Pacific Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities. All Suites have mini-bar and Jacuzzi.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds or convertible double beds where indicated on the deck plan and private facilities with bath - located on Mediterranean Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds and private facilities with bath - located on Promenade or Navigators Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower twin beds or convertible double beds where indicated on the deck plan and private facilities with bath - located on Promenade Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
Cat 9 - Outside single
These cabins have 1 lower bed and private facilities with bath - located on Mediterranean Deck. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
Category 12 - Owners Suite
Owners Suite hav private balcony, 2 lower twin beds or convertible double bed, lounge, DVD Player, walk in wardrobe and private facilities with Jacuzzi bath - located on Navigators Deck - average size 30sqm. All cabins are equipped with telephone, hair dryer, music, air conditioning, safe, satellite TV and en suite facilities.
These cabins have 2 lower berths and 2 upper berths, private facilities with bath - located on Aegean , Pacific, Atlantic or Mediterranean Deck.