- Voyages to Antiquity -

Aegean Odyssey

TRAVEL AGENTS GUIDE

Voyages to AntiquityABOUTThere is a particular pleasure that comes with cruising aboard a smaller ship. Aegean Odyssey is no ‘floating city’. She is small enough to sail rivers and put into the more characterful ports inaccessible to the ‘mega-ships’, Voyages to Antiquity have created a unique experience that combines comfort and service with meticulously planned itineraries to some of the world’s most exciting and interesting destinations.

WHERE WE TRAVELIcelandScandinaviaNorwegian FjordsBritish IslesBaltic Sea RussiaBlack SeasMediterranean & Greek IslandsMoroccoEgyptIndiaSoutheast AsiaSouth Africa

Points of DistinctionBEST IN SMALL SHIP CRUISINGWith just 350 passengers (on average), Aegean Odyssey combines an intimate atmosphere with generous public spaces. Her small size allows for many ports of call inaccessible to larger vessels and some river cruising to dock at important ports such as Seville.

FLY FREE GRAND VOYAGESBook a Grand Voyage and enjoy FREE return flights from Australia’s and New Zealand major cities.

SHORE EXCURSIONS INCLUDEDWe include escorted sightseeing in virtually every port of call. You’ll be supplied with your individual QuietVox headset, a clever device through which you can hear the tour leader clearly even at the busiest sites, and at a distance.

HOTEL STAYS INCLUDED ON SELECTED SAILINGSYour client can take time when they arrive and depart to explore the world’s great cities from their 4 or 5 star hotel base.

DEDICATED SINGLE CABINS & FARESOur cruises are an excellent choice if you have clients who travel on their own. 39 dedicated single cabins in a range of categories including Balcony. Low supplements and a friendly atmosphere on board make us a popular choice for solo travellers

TRAVEL WITH EXPERTSTheir informative and enlightening talks will entertain you and bring to life the history of the remarkable civilisations and cultures of the Mediterranean and the Far East.

INCLUDED GRATUITIESAll tips for cabin stewards and restaurant staff on board Aegean Odyssey

COMPLIMENTARY WINE, BEER & SOFT DRINKS WITH DINNER

CRUISE-TOUR TRANSFERSWe’ll make sure clients are transferred from the arrival airport to our hotel and then from the hotel directly to your clients cabin on board Aegean Odyssey. The same occurs on the journey home.

OVERLAND TOURS & EXCLUSIVE EVENTSTo make sure that clients experience the best of each port, Voyages to Antiquity allow for overland hotel stays and exclusive cultural events at selected destinations.

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GUESTS• Active retired or semi-retired.• Usually active and physically mobile.• Desire longer voyages and more

exotic destinations.• Most have already cruised on larger

ships and are now refining their taste and selecting the small ship experience.

• Many have river cruising experience and appreciate the similarities between that and an Aegean Odyssey cruise (e.g. more time in port, shore excursions, Quietvox).

Reasons to sell Voyages to AntiquityAGENTS EARN HIGHER COMMISSIONSAll of the inclusions (shore excursions, hotel stays, transfers, drinks with dinner, air travel) are commissionable.

WE’RE HERE TO HELP & SUPPORT YOUWith our Luminary online training platform www.vtaexpert.com plus in-store training, expos, client functions and co-op advertising.

DESTINATION-RICH ITINERARIESEach cruise has been hand-crafted highlighting the history, art & culture found in each port.

OUTSTANDING VALUE FOR MONEYWith so much included, there's very little extra your clients need to pay for on-board.

CASUALLY ELEGANT ATMOSPHERETell your clients to leave their ball gowns and tuxedos at home and to bring their walking shoes, shorts, hats for the daytime and country club attire for the evenings.

WONDERFUL FOODOffering the very best fresh local ingredients cooked in a simple but delicious style is the inspiration for the restaurants on board Aegean Odyssey.

HIGH REPEAT BUSINESSOnce your clients have sailed with us, they will be back and will bring referrals with them.

AWARD-WINNING CRUISE LINEWinner at the 2017 British Travel Awards for Best Small-Ship Cruise Line & UK Cruise Critic award for Best Small-Ship Shore Excursions plus many more...

AEGEAN ODYSSEY

STATEROOMS / CABINSALL STATEROOMS & CABINS FEATURE:• Bath and/or shower • Flat screen TV• Personal safe • Hair dryer • Telephone• Plush bedding • Air-conditioning

BALCONY & SUITE CLASSES ALSO FEATURE:• Balcony • Welcome bottle of champagne• Refrigerator stocked with soft drinks• Complimentary bottled water• Petit fours• Robe and slippers• Molton Brown toiletries• Priority sightseeing boarding

SINGLE CABINS• Low single supplements• 39 dedicated single cabins from

Deluxe Balcony to Standard inside• Single cabins include European full size beds (120cm x 190cm)

PUBLIC AREASRESTAURANTSThe Terrace Café indoor/outdoor for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The Marco Polo Restaurant for dinner each evening and lunch on sea days. Both our restaurants offer open-seating dining.

LOUNGESThe Charleston Lounge for cocktails and musical entertainment. The Ambassador Lounge is our lecture theatre as well as film screenings and entertainment. Observation Lounge and Piano Bar – Spectacular views and a pianist at appointed times.

LIBRARY Explore over 1,000 volumes ranging from art, history and culture to modern and classic fiction, reference books and travel guides.

GIFT SHOP – tax-free gifts and small necessities.INTERNET CENTRE • BEAUTY SALONATHENA HEALTH SPA & GYMOUTDOOR POOL • MEDICAL CENTRE

Life onboard Aegean Odyssey

Can we help you?IN-STORE TRAINING • FILM NIGHTS • CLIENT FUNCTIONS • EXPOS • LOCAL MARKETING

To learn more about Voyages to Antiquity, please contact us at your earliest convenience. We will be more than happy to set up training, hold a consumer evening or discuss local Marketing initiatives.

For Bookings: Contact your Preferred Cruise Wholesaler

Voyages to Antiquity is represented in New Zealand by:CRUISE HOLIDAYS PHONE: 0800 CRUISE or 09 523 7788 EMAIL: info@vta.co.nz

Printed Feb 2018

Classically elegant, premium class MV Aegean Odyssey offers passengers every comfort at sea, with a relaxed, friendly atmosphere and the highest calibre of personal service.

AEGEAN ODYSSEY