Pearls of the Adriatic Coast

With a yacht-like ambience, M.S. Arion has a particular style, charm and grace which can only be found on vessels of this size. Recently refurbished, M.S. Arion is able to offer you a truly memorable cruising experience combined with a service that is second to none. M.S. Arion was constructed in 1965 at Pula, in Croatia, as “Istra”. Purchased by Arcalia Shipping, the ship was completely reconstructed in Lisbon in 2000. The M.S. Arion ship is operated by the Portuguese and other European Officers and an international crew. Her size and characteristics makes her able to cruise far from crowd destinations. A cruise on board M.S. Arion is the ideal choice for passengers wishing to visit cosy harbors and ports of call larger vessels are not able to access. After a perfect day ashore or simply relaxing on deck, why not enjoy an after dinner drink in one of M.S. Arion's intimate lounges before taking in the show or enjoying the night sky from the open deck.

Very near to Trieste in Italy lies the small renaissance city of Koper (Capo d’Istria) which is today the most important port of Slovenia.

Once a Roman colony and rival of Venice in medieval times, Zadar is today a “city of treasury ”, which has partly preserved its Roman Forum, the Romanesque Church of St. Donatus and other monuments such as Benedictine Convent and a permanent exhibition of sacral arts called “ Gold and Silver of Zadar “.

The historical town of Korcula is known as to be the birthplace of Marco Polo. The town will fascinate you with its beautiful historical core, narrow stone streets, museums and churches. Korcula is the town of a long-cherished cultural heritage and one of the most visited destinations on the Adriatic coast. It is famous for the unique and exciting traditional dances “Moreska” and “Kumpanija”.

The medieval Kotor, squeezed and hiding under the steep cliffs of Lovæen has been living with the sea and from the sea for centuries. Returning from the sea the people of Kotor – sailors, captains and adventurers – built their houses, town palaces and votive churches in the wonderful nature that embellishes one of the most beautiful bays on the Mediterranean.

Magnificent Dubrovnik, a true Mediterranean gem ; a monument – city, the most beautiful and the most famous city of Croatia. It must be seen, it must be touched, it must be experienced in every way. Completed in the 13th century the old city of Dubrovnik has remained basically unchanged ; Sponza palace, known for its columned courtyard with elaborate stone carvings, Dominican church and monastery, Rector's palace, St. Blaise church, 14th century Franciscan monastery.

At the historical core of Split - and within a walking distance of the ship- stands the massive Palace of the Roman Emperor Diocletian, dating back to the 3rd A.D.

Cruise Rates per person based on double-occupancy*.

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PRICE CHANGES AND ITINERARY DEVIATIONS:

Prices subject to change without notice.

OCCUPANCY DISCOUNTS:

• Children between 2 and 4 in cabin with parents – gratis
• Children under 18 in cabin with 2 adults € 350
• Children under 18 in cabin with 1 parent – 50% discount.

Services included in the cruise price ;

• Accommodation in chosen cabin category
• Choice of breakfast
• Three course lunch (appetizer, plus choice of two dishes, plus choice of cheese and dessert or fruit)
• Four course dinner (soup/appetizer, plus fish, plus choice of two main dishes plus choice of dessert or fruit)
• Midnight snacks
• Captain’s welcome aboard and farewell dinners
• One cocktail party
• Early riser’s coffee/tea
• Morning coffee
• Afternoon tea with cakes
• One deck barbecue per cruise, weather permitting
• Smorgasbord-style lunches on two occasion per cruise
• Services of Arion’s hospitality staff including Cruise Director
• Entertainment on board as per ship’s daily program

Services not included in the cruise price:

• Port taxes and gratuites
• Domestic or international airfare
• Transfers to / from the ship
• Optional shore excursions
• Cancellation / trip interruption insurance or any other items of personal nature

BOOKING:

Bookings are on request and need to be confirmed.
Deposit of 30% of cruise rates per person is required within 5 days of booking.
Final payment is required 70 days prior to departure.

CANCELLATION AND REFUNDS:

Our flat rate claim to reimbursement consist of a processing fee of EUR 50.00 per person for cancellation of a reserved trip up to 80 days prior to commencement of travel.
The following annulment fees shall arise in the event of later cancellation:
35% of the tour price for cancellation 79 - 65 days prior to commencement of travel
50% of the tour price for cancellation 64 - 31 days prior to commencement of travel
75% of the tour price for cancellation 30 - 21 days prior to commencement of travel
100% of the tour price for cancellation 20 - 0 days prior to commencement of travel

SHIP STATISTICS:

Flag: Portugal
Nationality of Officers: European
Nationality of Crew: European
Number of Crew: 130
Official Language: English
Passenger Capacity: 320
Tonnage: 5,888 GRT
Length: 118m
Beam: 16,50m Draught: 5,26m

M.S. ARION DECK PLAN

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AMENITIES

M.S. Arion has at her disposal a fresh water swimming pool, sun decks, promenade lounges, including a winter garden for leisure moments, cocktail bar with a late night coco and an intimate piano bar. Enjoy evening entertainment programs in the main lounge performed by our musicians, dancers and singers. In addition to TV-s installed in all passengers cabins our guests may enjoy our daily movies.

A choice of breakfasts is served in our dinning room or, weather permitting, in our Lido lounge, where you will enjoy lunch which includes fresh pasta, light salads, international cuisine or healthy choice that reflects the modern taste; afternoon tea, delicious finger sandwiches and warm scones with devon-clotted cream and jam and a wide selection of teas. Dinner is a culinary experience with a balanced menu to please even the most demanding diets. Menus are created by our Master Chefs who are members of the most famous culinary associations such as “Les Toques Blanches internationales”.