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Indian Ocean Islands – Regent Cruises

Departs: 01 December 2024

Embark on an unforgettable 20-day journey with Regent Seven Seas Cruises, starting in the breathtaking city of Cape Town, South Africa. Renowned for its stunning landscapes, rich history, and vibrant culture, Cape Town is just the beginning of an adventure that takes you through the sun-soaked beaches of Mossel Bay, the lush wetlands of Richards Bay, and the relaxed charm of Maputo, Mozambique. Experience the ancient heritage of Muscat, Oman, and the modern marvels of the United Arab Emirates with stops in Fujairah, Abu Dhabi, and the dazzling city of Dubai. This cruise promises a perfect blend of luxury, exploration, and unforgettable experiences across some of the most captivating destinations in the world.

Onboard, you’ll enjoy everything that Regent Seven Seas Cruises is renowned for:

All-Inclusive Luxury

  • Included & Unlimited Shore Excursions
  • Included & Unlimited Beverages, Including Fine Wines and Spirits
  • Included Open Bars and Lounges Plus In-Suite Mini-Bar Replenished Daily
  • Included Pre-Paid Gratuities
  • Included Speciality Restaurants
  • Included 24-Hour Room Service
  • Included & Unlimited WiFi*
  • Included Valet Laundry Service*

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What to Expect

Cruise Features

Your Ship – Seven Seas Voyager

 

Overview

Seven Seas Voyager is designed so you can enjoy the outdoors just as much as the indoors while you cruise. Seven Seas Voyager is designed for a holistic experience that makes the most of our Regent’s all-inclusive fares and every luxury they include. Enjoy every space, from an elegant dining room to the quiet comfort of your private balcony. Seven Seas Voyager harbours overtones of elegance, from the refined Penthouse Suites to the modern touches of the Voyager Lounge.

Dining

Regent Seven Seas Cruises takes pride in creating dining experiences that are simply superb. From succulent lobster to the perfect burger and shake, you’ll find an array of refined flavours and refreshments from which to choose. Chartreuse is a restaurant with a modern French menu and attention to detail you’ll notice in its Parisian décor, expertly prepared dishes and wait staff. About the closest thing to a Parisian culinary gem on the high seas. Enjoy barista-made coffees, delicious pastries, gourmet sandwiches and homemade cookies at Coffee Connection. Whether you arrive for breakfast, lunch or dinner, you can look forward to European-inspired Continental cuisine served in a beautifully refined atmosphere decorated in blues and silvers with stunning Versace tableware at Compass Rose. La Veranda features quiet alcoves, made-to-order omelettes and tasty lunch buffets that include hot carving stations, an authentic pizzeria and regional specialties that reflect cuisines of the region you’re visiting. After sunbathing or swimming in the pool, you may be in the mood for grilled-to-order burgers, seafood, sandwiches, even hand-dipped ice cream with sprinkles. The Pool Grill will satisfy your comfort food cravings. Prime 7 is an elegantly intimate, art-filled and luxurious setting to enjoy classic American steakhouse cuisine with a modern flair. A handsome bar is a relaxing destination if you arrive early.Enjoy an extensive menu of authentic antipasti and Italian specialties served á la carte and paired with fine Italian wines at Sette Mari at La Veranda.

Entertainment

You’ll find time spent on board the ship to be just as enriching as time ashore. Relax by the pool, compete in a friendly game of trivia or bocce ball, indulge in treats at afternoon tea and gain insight from an expert lecturer. Browse a well-curated selection of duty-free designer clothes, jewellery, perfume and more at the onboard boutiques. Then fuel up with an espresso from an onboard café or unwind at a wine tasting in one of the lounges. Evenings on board are filled with music and fun. Enjoy a rousing cabaret show, test your luck at the Casino, step onto the stage for karaoke or simply find a quiet place on deck to revel in the symphony of stars.

Health and Fitness

Luxury travel is a holistic experience, one that reenergises and restores the mind, body and spirit, leaving you with a greater sense of satisfaction and wellbeing. Serene Spa and Wellness invites you into a globally inspired, tranquil haven of health, beauty and wellness, offering restorative treatments and services to soothe both the body and mind.

Day 1 – Cape Town, South Africa

Called ‘the fairest cape in the whole circumference of the earth’ and regarded as one of the world’s most beautiful cities, Cape Town offers museums, lush parks and shops. Impressive mountains, magnificent beaches and outstanding wineries add to the attraction. Ride a cable-car to the top of famous flat-topped Table Mountain and gaze at the mosaic of towering mountains, verdant valleys and the confluence of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans. The historical highlight is Robben Island, once the prison holding such outstanding anti-apartheid leaders as Nelson Mandela.

Day 2 – Mossel Bay

Situated halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth, Mossel Bay offers more than 37 miles of beaches and at least 300 days of sunshine a year. Known as the location where the first Europeans made landfall on South African soil in 1488, today’s Mossel Bay is one of the country’s most popular beach destinations, as well as a haven for outdoor adventurers.

Day 3 – At Sea

Day 4 – Richards Bay

Richards Bay is one of South Africa’s largest harbors, and is the tourist’s gateway to Zululand, once the mightiest of the sub-Saharan African Kingdoms. Richards Bay began its life as a makeshift harbor, set up by Sir Fredererick Richards, after whom it is named, during the Anglo-Boer War of 1880-81. Richards Bay has some of the most spectacular wetland scenery and pristine beaches on the north coast of KwaZulu Natal. Join us as we explore the land of King Shaka, or embark on an unforgettable safari to Hluhluwe-Umfolozi Game Reserve.

Day 5 – Maputo, Mozambique

Discover the relaxed charm of Maputo with its wide, European style boulevards, lush with jacaranda, bougainvillea and other tropical foliage, where old colonial palaces are mixed in with modern high-rise buildings. Visit The Cathedral built in 1944 in the shape of a cross, then the lively Mercado Central. Enjoy a snack of freshly roasted cashews and a cold bottled drink. Stop by the National Museum of Art then stroll along the Avenida Julius Nyerere, browsing the boutiques, vendors, and restaurants. Look for African waxprint and woven fabrics, beautiful wooden boxes and picture frames. Seek out the surreal Pancho Guedes buildings, reminiscent of Gaudi. Visit the Praça de Trabalhadores designed by Gustave Eiffel in the late 19th century. Sip coffee in one of the many outdoor cafés as you watch the world go by in this vibrant seaside capital.

Day 6 & 7 – At Sea

Day 8 – Mayotte, French Comoros

Located in the Northern Mozambique Channel just off the Southeast African coast, Mayotte is geographically a part of the Comoros Islands but remains an overseas department of France (and thus part of the European Union). The port city of Mamoudzou, Mayotte’s capital, is on the main island of Grande-Terre (also called Mahore). Famed for its scuba diving, the island is home to several diving centers offering access to Mayotte’s world-class corals and reefs. Hike to the top of Mount Choungui for unforgettable views or ride a ferry to the island of Petite Terre to explore a volcanic crater beach called Plage de Moya.

Day 9 – Nosy Be, Madagascar

Discover exotic Nosy Be with its rich air fragrant from native spices and flowers and, neighboring Nosy Komba with its lemur population found only in this part of the world. Beginwith a stroll around the city center of Hellville in Nosy Be, visiting the open marketplace. Then hire a driver to take you on an island tour to see the bright blue volcanic lakes, or hire a boat to take you to Nosy Komba to visit the lemurs. Back in Nosy Be, shop for locally made perfume, distilled rum, finelinens and hand carved wooden art. Enjoy some of the fresh local seafood prepared with the local spices in this colorful and aromatic destination.

Day 10 – At Sea

Day 11 & 12 – Mahe, Seychelles

Mahé, the largest island of the Seychelles, was named for Mahé de Labourdonnais, a governor of Mauritius. It is the location of Port Victoria, the capital city. Ringed by steep and magnificent mountains, few capitals can claim a more beautiful backdrop. The nearby reefs and pristine marine national parks are a snorkeler’s paradise.

Day 13 – 16 – At Sea

Day 17 – Muscat, Oman

Muscat is the capital of Oman, a sovereign country. Muscat has been important since the 6th century BC, when Persians controlled the port. It was under Portuguese domination from 1508 to 1650, and subsequently the Iranians gained control of the city. Muscat became the capital of independent Muscat and Oman in 1741- the country’s name was changed to just Oman in 1970. Muscat offers a number of exciting excursions including dolphin watching and off-road desert adventures.

Day 18 – Fujairah, United Arab Emirates

Fujairah is one of the seven emirates that make up the United Arab Emirates, on the Gulf of Oman. Fujairah is the only Emirate of the U.A.E. that is almost totally mountainous, surrounded by the ruggedly majestic Hajar Mountains. Dana Plaza offers shopping in the souks, while excursions include dune drives, camel safaris and a voyage to the region’s only fjord, Musandam Fjords.

Day 19 – Abu Dhabi

The discovery of oil in 1958 transformed this rural backwater into a modern metropolis with the highest per-capita income in the world. Today, Abu Dhabi boasts extraordinary sky scrapers, shopping malls, top quality hotels, tree-lined boulevards and picturesque gardens, while still maintaining a subtle Arabian mystique. Sail the lovely Gulf waters and numerous islands surrounding the city in a traditional dhow; tour heritage Village, a living museum where artisans ply their traditional crafts; or shop the central souk area for gold and Bedouin silver jewelry.

Day 20 – Dubai

Located in the northeast United Arab Emirates, bustling Dubai attracts visitors with its international facilities and exotic, yet cosmopolitan lifestyle. Known as the Hong Kong of Arabia, Dubai’s modern duty-free shopping malls and traditional souks offer some of the best bargains in the world on such luxury items as gold jewelry and designer creations. For a more historic outing, visitors can explore the museum at Al Fahidi Fort or venture out into the Old Quarter of Bastakia.

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