Madrid, August 7, 2018 - Pullmantur Cruises - the only cruise line in the market that brings the Spanish lifestyle to the cruise travel experience - is further diversifying its itinerary offerings, including a new option for the upcoming summer season: Israel, Greece and ancient cultures.
On board the Horizon ship, and with a single departure (01.09.2019), passengers will embark at the Athenian port of Piraeus and depart for Cyprus where they will make a stop in Limassol, its main tourist town.
Later, the ship will sail to Israel , docking at the ports of Haifa (the country's third-largest city) and Ashdod (one of the oldest cities in the world). These two stops in the country will be the gateway for guests to a destination with a history spanning millennia and deeply connected to the religious world, such as Jerusalem, Nazareth, and Galilee , as well as to other, entirely different destinations, like Tel Aviv, a vibrant metropolis whose fine sandy beach is sure to surprise many. They will also have the opportunity to visit the Dead Sea, located 400 meters below sea level and renowned for its therapeutic properties derived from its high salt concentration.
Before returning to the Greek capital, this route includes a stop in Patmos, a small and beautiful island in the Dodecanese. Here, in addition to visiting the famous Cave of the Apocalypse, you can take a sailboat to Marathi Island. During the crossing, passengers will be amazed by the scenery and enjoy a swim in its crystal-clear waters.
According to Richard J. Vogel , President & CEO of Pullmantur Cruises , “I have no doubt that this fantastic route will be very well received in the Spanish market, not only because it includes destinations visited by thousands of people or because each one has its own unique character, but also because it allows you to experience them in a completely Spanish atmosphere, without having to give up our customs and habits.”
“By being part of Exclusive Destinations,” Vogel adds, “the onboard experience will be even richer.” In short, this itinerary “has all the necessary ingredients to become a success,” he concludes.
Israel, Greece, and ancient cultures are part of Exclusive Destinations. Dreams that become journeys, the sub-brand created by the company to encompass itineraries that invite passengers to experience their vacations more intensely, with its constants being the inclusion of boutique ports, unique destinations, and a specific onboard program.
Route details
- Date and place of embarkation: September 1, 2019, including flights from Madrid and Barcelona.
- Duration: 8 days / 7 nights.
- Date and place of disembarkation: September 8, 2019 in Athens.
- Itinerary: Athens (Piraeus) – Sailing – Limassol – Haifa – Ashdod – Sailing – Patmos – Athens (Piraeus).
