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At Crystal Cruises, we strive to consistently deliver the best touring experiences available and we have placed a high priority on providing a unique, innovative experience that offers "more of the destinations."

As we seek to acquaint you with the artistic, historical and cultural heritage of each port, we will also ensure that attention is given to providing for your safety and comfort. Our professional onboard Shore Excursions staff and our reputable local tour operators are dedicated to providing sightseeing programs that meet or exceed the expectations of our well-traveled and discerning guests. Our goal is to provide you with a value-rich and safe opportunity to explore some of the world's most exotic destinations.

As an added convenience, we are pleased to offer you the ability to pre-reserve your Crystal Adventures online.
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Crystal Adventures Shore Excursions
Crystal Private Adventures
Hotel Programs
Extended Land Programs

Crystal Adventures Shore Excursions
From Olympic bobsledding in Lillehammer to flying in a MiG figher jet to driving a Formula 1 race car in Monte Carlo, our Crystal Adventures Shore Excursions are truly one-of-a-kind experiences that personally enriching.
The variety of Crystal Adventures promises to pique the interests of all Crystal guests-here are few examples from our 2006 Baltic/Northern Europe and Mediterranean voyages:
Active Adventure

• A hot air balloon journey showcases the idyllic Irish countryside (from Dublin)
• New horseback riding adventures along the scenic trails of Dryhaven forest (from Copenhagen)
• New golfing excursions at the Montgomerie at Carlton House in Dublin, and the St. Mellion Golf & Country Club in Plymouth
• Drive a Formula 1 race car with instruction both on and off the course (new from Monte Carlo)
• Kayak Dubrovnik's Adriatic coast, river-raft in Split, and canoe in Zadar for new perspectives of Croatia
• Soar above the Côte d'Azur (from Monte Carlo), the Amalfi Coast (from Sorrento) or the Dolomite Mountains (from Venice) on a helicopter journey
• Explore the underwater world of Punta Campanella on a scuba diving expedition (from Sorrento)
Art & Culture
• An organ recital at the 11th-century Dome Cathedral, the largest place of worship in the Baltics housing one of the largest organs in all of Europe (from Riga)
• The masterful collections of the Van Gogh Museum and Rembrandt House are showcased on a new tour (from Amsterdam), as are the treasured works of Author Astrid Lindgren at the Junibacken Museum (from Stockholm)
• Before The Da Vinci Code, there was Angels & Demons. A new tour of Rome showcases the key symbols and landmarks in Dan Brown's best-selling book
• A private visit to the Vatican Museum and Sistine Chapel (in Rome) is available through special arrangements exclusively for Crystal guests
The Popular - Spirits & Wine
• A pub crawl in Dublin, a beer tasting seminar in Zeebruge, gin tasting at the Plymouth Gin Distillery, and a visit to the famed Carlsberg Brewery in Copenhagen provide a 'taste' of local flavor
• Three new journeys to the renowned chateaus of Bordeaux offer wine enthusiasts the chance to sample first growths and explore the pastoral countryside
• A wine tasting with the Italian Association of Sommeliers in Rome, a visit to the renowned Jean León Winery in Barcelona, and a journey from Cádiz into Andalusia to sample famed sherries offer new discoveries in intimate settings
Our Crystal Adventures emphasize variety and as we've increased the active experiences available we have also maintained a balance of traditional favorites including tours showcasing the cultural and culinary secrets of each destination.

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Crystal Private Adventures
Crystal Cruises is happy to provide customized shore excursions, for guests who wish to have an exclusive or private experience. Your customized excursion can be as simple as requesting your own car and driver or making an existing Crystal Adventure private. Or your outing could be more elaborate with private tours, catered lunches and select on shore evening entertainment. If you can dream it, Crystal Cruises can make it happen for you.
To book your Crystal Private Adventure, please download and print our Crystal Private Adventure Request Form. Complete all the required information and fax it to (310) 286-2412.
Please note: the Crystal guest must be booked on the cruise and the guest or Travel Agent must produce a valid booking number in order to request a Crystal Private Adventure. A $100 non-refundable service fee for each Crystal Private Adventure is due at the time the request is received. Payment in full is due upon acceptance and confirmation of the Crystal Private Adventure. The $100 non-refundable service fee and payment in full is to be charged against the guest's or Travel Agent's credit card. All major credit cards are acceptable for payment. In the event that each Crystal Private Adventure is accepted and confirmed, the $100 non-refundable service fee for each Crystal Private Adventure will be applied.
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Hotel Programs
Crystal Cruises takes great pride in its Hotel Programs, carefully screening each property for its location, ambiance, level of service and attention to detail. Join us in some of the world's most beautiful cities at luxurious five-star hotels for an exciting and memorable beginning or end to your Crystal cruise experience.
Crystal "Classic" Hotel Program
Whether you wish to begin your cruise experience in grand style or complete your ocean journey exploring a fascinating city, the Crystal "Classic" Hotel Program is the perfect choice. Our Crystal "Classic" Hotel Program includes:

• Luxurious hotel accommodations
• Meet & Assist arrangements at the airport
• Group transfer by motor coach between airport and hotel, or hotel and airport
• Direct transfer by motor coach between hotel and ship, or ship and hotel
• Priority embarkation for pre-cruise guests
• Hotel tax and porterage
• Hospitality Desk offering local advice and optional sightseeing
Crystal "Classic-Plus" Hotel Program
For the ultimate hotel experience, we offer the Crystal "Classic-Plus" Hotel Program. Our Crystal "Classic-Plus" Hotel Program includes:
• Upgraded hotel accommodations
• Breakfast daily
• Personal Meet & Assist arrangements at the airport
• Private car transfer between airport and hotel, or hotel and airport
• Direct transfer by motor coach between hotel and ship, or ship and hotel
• Priority embarkation for pre-cruise guests
• Hotel tax and porterage
• Hospitality Desk offering local advice and optional sightseeing

Bookings may be made by contacting your travel agent or the Crystal Cruises Reservations Department.
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Extended Land Programs
Crystal Cruises is proud to offer in-depth, luxury touring experiences before and after select voyages. If you are already traveling across the globe, why not extend your trip a few days in order to gain a deeper appreciation of the port city and the surrounding country?

Discover the glamour, the opulence and the mystery of the Orient-Express. Step on board the Orient-Express, where you will be surrounded by intimate and stylish spaces, savor high tea and four-course dinners, and sip cocktails in the renowned car bar-all while being whisked through spectacular scenery of Europe.
Bookings may be made by contacting the Crystal Cruises Reservations Department.
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