Our proposed Norwegian Fjords Cruise May 2011

Cruise - 7 Nights, North Germany, Denmark and Norway 7th May 2011.

Flights and overnight stay in Copenhagen. As requested on several occassions we have booked ...Balcony cabins... so we can sit on the balcony and see the wonderful scenery. Families and Friends are also welcome

Cost for Balcony Cabin €1345 per person sharing while available.

Please Note:- Anyone travelling on this trip with the Naval Association must understand we travel as a group through Travel Counsellors our bonded agents. However, we have no control over MSC cruise ship Orchestra and we have to take it as we find it. So no complaints can be levelled at the Naval Association should there be anything not to your liking.



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    MSC Orchestra––A new jewel rides the ocean.

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    The MSC Orchestra is a shining gem among cruise ships. In an atmosphere of luxury cruising, she boasts 18 decks, the spacious Body and Mind Spa with serene meditation area and a large fitness center overlooking the bow of the ship. You can choose from five restaurants onboard the MSC Orchestra, including authentic Italian cuisine and the sophisticated Shanghai, the only Chinese restaurant at sea. 
    Stop by the MSC Orchestra’s Internet Café or take part in a game of tennis or basketball. Relax by the stunning Acapulco pool or the Cala Blanca pool with a massive LED screen for watching movies under the stars. Our state-of-the art cruise ship offers luxurious accommodations, most featuring private balconies.
    MSC Orchestra: Music to your ears Launched on 14 May 2007, the spectacular MSC Orchestra is one of MSC Cruises' newest ships. The second of the 'Musica-class' line of cruise ships, MSC Orchestra offers the perfect blend of design, comfort and safety. Airy open spaces and MSC Cruises' signature Italian style make MSC Orchestra a stylish pioneer for future cruise ship projects and designs.
    Onboard the luxury MSC Orchestra cruise ship you will be enthralled by the wide spectrum of entertainment facilities - jog on a dedicated track, indulge in a rejuvenating Turkish bath, dine at the Shanghai Chinese restaurant, relax in the exotic animal-print Savannah Bar, sumptuous Purple Bar or enjoy Hollywood-style glamour in the chic Zaffiro Bar. Try your luck at the Palm Beach Casino, dance the night away in the disco or take in a show at the Covent Garden Theatre, with a programme packed with entertaining shows with music.
    MSC Orchestra boasts a total of 18 decks, with sauna and whirpool facilities, a wide choice of restaurants and cosy family pizzerias. Kids can go wild in the Jungle Adventure playroom whilst teens will quickly feel at home in the Teen's Club.

    Travel on board of the MSC Orchestra. Departing from Copenhagen and calls to Kiel, Hellesylt, Flåm, Stavanger, Oslo, Copenhagen .
    Itinerary
    • .....Sat may 7th Fly from Dublin 1010hrs to Copenhagen
    • 1.... Sat May 7th onboard Cruise Ship Departure 1800hrs
    • 2.... Sun May 8th Kiel 0800 AM to 1600 PM
    • 3.... Mon May 9th At Sea ----- -----
    • 4.... Tue May 10th Hellesylt 0900hrs to 1700hrs
    • 5.... Wed May 11th Flam 1000hrs to 1800hrs
    • 6.... May 12th Stavanger 0900hrs to 1700 PM
    • 7.... Fri May 13th Oslo 1000hrs 1700hrs
    • 8.... Sat May 14th Dock in Copenhagen 0900 hrs

    The coach should be here soon!!!
    One Night stay at the Comfort Hotel Esplande Copenhagen

    Offering comfortable accommodation and quality services, the Comfort Hotel Esplanaden Copenhagen is an ideal choice for you to stay. Located behind the Amalienborg Palace, this property is close to the waterfront and area attractions such as the Royal Danish Theatre, Citadel of Copenhagen, Little Mermaid statu, Tivoli Gardens amusement park (Copenhagen's Disney Paris) and many other places.
    Rooms
    This hotel offers 117 guests rooms that are comfortable and come with an array of modern amenities.
    Restaurant
    Begin your day with the Continental buffet breakfast served at the hotel and later you can dine at the on-site restaurant or relax at the hotel's bar with a fine drink.
    General
    Guests can surf the net or visit the area attractions that are closeby.

    See Copenhagen at your own speed using "Hop on and Hop off" they charge approx. €20.

    Find out why they call it "Wonderful Copenhagen"with a tour of Denmark's vibrant and graceful capital! Get a bird's eye view of Copenhagen's swirling towers and turrets, not forgetting the Little Mermaid to whom sailors appealed for forgiveness of their sins while they were in port!



    May 15th 1400hrs. Transfer to airport
    May 15th Depart Copenhagen 1635 – Arrive Dublin 1755