If you want to use private tours with all vans the price would be the same as in your page (see here)
Contact Info
Name: "Niru Pama" <nirupama@arktravels.com> - "Anju Tandon" <anju@arktravels.com>
Ticket (main) 196470
Group Size: 18
Ship Schedule: NCL EPIC
Barcelona, Spain (23 Jul d1800); Naples, Italy (25 Jul 0700-1900); Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy (26 Jul 0600-1900); Livorno (Florence/Pisa), Italy (27 Jul 0700-1900);Cannes, France (28 Jul 0800-1800); Palma De Mallorca, Spain(29 Jul 1300-2000); Barcelona, Spain (30 Jul a0500)
Request: Pls send me the best possible rate for 18 persons. 23 JUL NCL EPIC Ex BCN. all five port full day excursions
Rome, Florence and Naples: €3,680.00 (3 ports 18 people). + 54.00 for 1 water bottle per person included in the service see invoice
Cannes and 1/2 day Palma: €2,206.00 (3 ports 18 people). + 36.00 for 1 water bottle per person included in the service
Additional cost (none with choosen itinerary):
CANNES: Itinerary options for Cannes may change the base price
Suggested itinerary: Monaco, Monte-Carlo + EUR 100 to total cost
Identified as preferred - Itinerary 8HC3: Grasse, Gourdon, St Paul de Vence NO additional cost
NOTE I suggest reducing this to Grasse + Gourdon or Grasse + St Paul de Vence as doing all 3 sops will provide very little time at each place and may result rushed and tiering. Please indicate preference
Itinerary 8HC1: Nice, Eze, Monaco, Monte-Carlo + EUR 160 to total cost
Itinerary 8HC2: St Paul de Vence, Eze, Monaco, Monte-Carlo + EUR 100 to total cost
Personal note: most itineraries are too intense and will result in a rushed tour, especially when using buses instead of Vans. Note on Eze: this is a particularly lovely location, but people must be aware that is developed along inclined walks.
NAPLES: for the itinerary that includes Pompeii there will be an entrance fee of EUR 13 per person payable at the entrance site
Identified as preferred - NO added cost for the Best of Amalfi coast itinerary
BARCELONA: 12 pax + 6 pax - Private Transfer Airport TO Port (23 July): €190
12 PASSENGERS :Sun, 23 Jul 2017 VY 8461 Lisbon → Barcelona 09:00 — 12:00
6 PASSENGERS : LH1126 T 23JUL 7*FRABCN HK2 0945 1145 23JUL E LH/SG67V6
drop off at NCL EPIC ship's pier
BARCELONA: 18 pax - Transfer from Port to Hotel + Montserrat Tour (30 July): €858
pick up at 8:30 am from hotel Crown Plaza Barcelona
BARCELONA: 12 pax - Private Transfer Hotel TO Airport (3 August) €145
pick up at 6:00 am from hotel Crown Plaza Barcelona transfer to AIRPORT or flight 7 LX1953 S 02AUG 3*BCNZRH HK4 0945 1135 02AUG E LX/K6NBN8
BARCELONA: Private Transfer Airport TO Port (23 July)
GROUP PRICE FOR 18 PEOPLE: €190 (does not include water)
ONE WAY TRANSFER
TRAVEL TIME: about 30 minutes depending on traffic
PICK UP: The driver will meet you directly at the Airport (BCN) arrival terminal . Please, provide your flight details.
NOTE when transferring from the airport: the driver will monitor your flight arrival time, and will meet you at the arrival terminal right outside the luggage claim area (holding a sign with your name).
BARCELONA: Transfer from Port to Hotel + Montserrat Tour (30 July)
GROUP PRICE FOR 18 PEOPLE: €858
INCLUSIONS:
Travel in air conditioned minibus
Licensed professional driver.
Driver will assist you with basic information and suggestions.
1 water bottle for each customer
Prices include all taxes and fees, no hidden costs.
EXCLUSIONS:
Entrance tickets to Museums or Archeological sites are not included
Official Licensed Guide service.
Lunch, drinks and gratuities.
DURATION: you have the driver available up to 8 hours from pick up to drop off time
TIME: Pick up from the port at 8:30 am - drop off to hotel Crown Plaza Barcelona 8 hours after pick up time
MONTSERRAT NOTE: On Sundays there might be long lines to reach Montserrat due the traffic conditions.
Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed).
Pick up at cruise ship’s pier (driver will have a sign with your name)
Depart pier and visit Montserrat
Tour in Montserrat: visit the beautiful Benedictine Abbey of Montserrat. Enjoy the impressive views. If you are lucky, you may catch a performance by "La Escalonia", the oldest children's choir in Europe. Visit all the interesting points in and around the park.Take a short walk in the park or shop for some local cheese and jam.
visit some of Barcelona highlights in the time left (time permitting)
drop off at Crown Plaza Hotel after the tour at 4:30 pm or before.
Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation.
BARCELONA: Private Transfer Hotel TO Airport (2 August)
GROUP PRICE FOR UP 12 PEOPLE: €145 (does not include water)
GROUP PRICE FOR UP 18 PEOPLE: €190 (does not include water)
ONE WAY TRANSFER
TRAVEL TIME: about 30 minutes depending on traffic
PICK UP: 7:00 AM The driver will meet you directly at your hotel in Barcelona: Crown Plaza Hotel
DROP OFF: Barcelona Airport, they depart by LX flt at 945 hrs (X1953 S 02AUG 3*BCNZRH HK4 0945 1135)
NAPLES: Pompeii, Sorrento and Amalfi coast drive by 27 seats bus + guide
DURATION: approximately 9 hours from scheduled pick up time to drop off time. Delayed departures will reduce tour duration.
LUNCH: we will not reserve and include the lunch price in the itinerary however highly suggest having Pizza here as it is the location most famous for pizza and Ice cream
Added cost Pompeii entrance tickets €13 per person payable at entrance
Pompeii and Amalfi Coast are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites and among the most visited destinations in Italy. This day tour excursion highlights the best the region has to offer from the impressive ancient city of and archaeological park of Pompeii to to a visit of the enchanting Sorrento and the charming seaside drive through the Amalfi coast.
Pick up at cruise ship’s pier
Reach Pompeii and spend 1-2 hours for a visit of this famous archaeological site (€13,00 entrance tickets to be purchased on site).
Reach Sorrento and spend time for lunch and shopping in this fabulous town
Drive on the famous windy roads along the coast of Amalfi enjoying the fantastic view on the way.
Picture stop above the famous town of Positano for one of the most spectacular views in the Mediterranean.
Return to your ship in time for cruise departure (about 1.5h drive).
NAPLES: Jewels of the Amalfi coast: Sorrento & Amalfi by 27 seats bus+guide
DURATION: approximately 9 hours from scheduled pick up time to drop off time. Delayed departures will reduce tour duration.
LUNCH: we will not reserve and include the lunch price in the itinerary however highly suggest having Pizza here as it is the location most famous for pizza and Ice cream
The Amalfi Coast is a UNESCO World Heritage Sites and among the most visited destinations in Italy. This day tour excursion highlights the Jewels of this stunning cast : visit of the enchanting Sorrento and the charming seaside drive of Amalfi .
Pick up at cruise ship’s pier
Reach Sorrento and spend 1/2 day for a visit of this famous seaside village with plenty of time for a relaxed lunch
Drive on the famous windy roads along the coast of Amalfi enjoying the fantastic view on the way to Amalfi
opportunity to stop along the way to visit the Emaral Grotto (see pictures) - Entrance tickets of €5 per person payable on site
Make a picture stop above the famous town of Positano for one of the most spectacular views in the Mediterranean.
Reach Amalfi to visti this famous ancient powerful city of the Mediterranean with his famous shops and Duomo.
Return to indicated drop off location after about 9 hours from agreed pick up time.
ROME highlights by 21 seats bus + guide (no interior visit to Vatican nor Colosseum)
DURATION: approximately 9 hours from scheduled pick up time to drop off time. Delayed departures will reduce tour duration.
LUNCH: we will not reserve and include the lunch price in the itinerary however we can offer some suggestion for an Indian restaurant:
Indian Restaurant Kohindoor: buffet with drink: €18 - Via Aurelia 32 tel: 06 39370025. . www.kohinoor-ristorante.com
This tour allows you to visit all of Rome main sites with a professional English speaking guide in comfortable air conditioned 21 seats minibus. Your guide will meet you right at your ship's pier.
Proposed Itinerary (may be reversed or rearranged as needed)
Depart port and drive to Rome, about 1.5 hours
Drive to Circus Maximus for a spectacular view of Palatine Hill
Reach and visit Colosseum and Roman Forum
Drive to area near Fontana di Trevi and visit the area (make sure to drop a coin!)
Continue for a visit to the Pantheon, and Piazza Navona
Reach and visit Vatican Area. No interior visit of the Vatican is included.
Return to pier in Civitavecchia, about 1.5 hours drive
LIVORNO: Pisa and Florence by vans (3) with professional driver
DURATION: approximately 9 hours from scheduled pick up time to drop off time. Delayed departures will reduce tour duration.
LUNCH: we will not reserve and include the lunch price in the itinerary however we can offer some suggestion for an Indian restaurant:
Indian Restaurant near the leaning tower in Pisa: Buffet with water €17. Bollywood Via Cardinale Pietro Maffi, 26. Menu tel: 050 556175
NOTE: For this tour we have selected the option using 8 seats vans (we will need 3) instead of bus + guide as the cost is lower and the tour is better as it requires a lot less walking.
Pick up in the morning from the port reaching Pisa after about 30-40 min.
We will stop in Pisa near Miracle Square ranks as one of the world's loveliest squares where you can admire “La Torre Pendente” The leaning Tower Pisa's majestic Romanesque Cathedral and the unusual round Baptistry.
We will continue for a 1 hour drive to Florence.
The tour of Florence starts with the wonderful Michelangelo Square where you can enjoy the most beautiful view of the city.
The tour continues to the historical downtown area for a guided walking tour of some or all of these sites
The Piazza Santa Croce with Santa Croce Church
Piazza del Duomo and Giotto’s Bell Tower
Piazza della Signoria (Palazzo Vecchio)
Piazza della Republica
The elegant Ponte Vecchio (The Old Bridge)
You may also have free time to explore the narrow streets full of shops, café bars and trattorias – or simply relax and admire the beautiful views across the river.
Return to ship in time for ship departure (1.5h drive)
CANNES: several itineraries available by 23 seats bus + guide
DURATION: approximately 8 hours from scheduled pick up time to drop off time. Delayed departures will reduce tour duration.
Suggested itinerary: Monaco, Monte-Carlo + EUR 100 to total cost
Itinerary 8HC3: Grasse, Gourdon, St Paul de Vence NO additional cost
Itinerary 8HC1: Nice, Eze, Monaco, Monte-Carlo + EUR 160 to total cost
Itinerary 8HC2: St Paul de Vence, Eze, Monaco, Monte-Carlo + EUR 100 to total cost
Personal note: most itineraries are too intense and will result in a rushed tour, especially when using buses instead of Vans. Note on Eze: this is a particularly lovely location, but people must be aware that is developed along inclined walks.
LUNCH: we will not reserve and include the lunch price in the itinerary however we can offer some suggestion for an Indian restaurant:
LE NEW PUNJAB - Buffè price: 24 € - 17 Avenue Thiers - 06130 GRASSE - Parking Notre dame des fleurs ou Honore Cresp
Tél. : 04 93 36 16 03 - Fax : 04 93 36 89 75 - french_shaan@hotmail.com
MONACO, MONTE-CARLO: Nowhere exudes luxury quite like Monaco does, with no other place similar in Europe. Discover the second smallest country in the world, the (old town, with a walking tour), the Prince Palace, the cathedral (neo-Romanesque style) the incredible oceanographic museum. Drive to Monte-Carlo along the legendary Formula 1 circuit to the casino square and the marvelous Hotel de Paris.
NICE: Drive on the famous promenade des Anglais, walk on the beautiful Massena square, and you will discover the old town where we will give you a walking tour to see the colorful flower and farmer market and to see where the locals live and much more. The only way to get to know the real Nice is by strolling through the ocher-colored streets listening to the "Niçois" speaking their own language (Nissart) and by tasting their savory cooking. One mustn't miss the onion, anchovy and olive tarts called "Pissaladieres", the famous socca made with chickpea flour. And the best, creamiest, yummiest ice cream from Fenocchio with over 100 different flavours.
EZE: Your jaw will drop at the gorgeous view of the Mediterranean from Eze, a charming hilltop town on the Cote d’Azur. It's beautiful cobblestone streets and hot-pink bougainvillea are a far cry from the glamour of Cannes or St-Tropez—and for travellers who could care less about celebrities and mega yachts, that’s quite appealing. Shoppers will delight in the many local perfumeries and art galleries. You are welcome to visit the exotic botanic garden, situated in the village, where an impressive collection of cactus, plants and rare vegetation surrounds the remains of an ancient chateau. At an altitude of 400 m, the summit of the cliff overlooks the sea. It's fantastic!
St PAUL de VENCE: which has truly been the jewel of the Provence since the 11th Century. Built on its rocky outcrop and surrounded by its ramparts built during the 16th century on the orders of Francois 1st. The beauty of the surrounding area, quality of life and exceptional light has inspired numerous famous artist, painters, writers and poets. You will wander through picturesque narrows streets which are lined with more than 40 art galleries, souvenir shops as well a brilliant view of the Alps it comes as no surprise the town is a meeting point for artists from all over the world.
GRASSE ( world capital of Perfume), and take advantage of a free guided tour at the Fragonard perfumery, where you will learn the secrets about perfume making as well as hear all the beautiful stories about the French delicacy. The beautiful old town of Grasse owes its international fame to its long tradition of perfumers. Today most of the major perfumes, notably Channel N°5, have seen the light of day and are still produced in Grasse.
GOURDON is resplendent with magnificent vantage points, at a height of 2774 ft you can admire the French coast alongside a 9th-century castle, notice the boutiques carved in the castles walls, where you will find all the locals products from our region. Lunch as an option in a typical Provencal style restaurant (www.lataverneprovencale.com). The picturesque panorama continues with a stop in a lavender field and the visit of Tourrettes Sur loup, this town has a magical atmosphere which begs to be absorbed, you will never forget the charm and the beauty of this village. There is also a fantastic photo opportunity at the marvellous waterfall on the Loup Valley while there try the local Tourettes delicacy too of violet ice cream.
PALMA: best of Palma and Valdemossa 4h tour by 20 seats bus + guide
DURATION: 4 hours from scheduled pick up time to drop off time. Delayed departures will reduce tour duration.
LUNCH: this tour will be after lunch.
The Official Licensed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour
Pick up at cruise ship’s pier (driver will have a sign with your name)
Depart pier and drive along the sea front to see the many beautiful buildings of the area.
Admire one of Mallorca's most important medieval monuments: the Bellver Castle, which stands on a hill and offers an astounding view of Palma.
Drive to Valldemossa (30 minutes approx) to explore this charming village and the surroundings of la Cartuja.
Drive back to Palma de Mallorca and take a highlights tour of the Gothic quarter, La Seu Cathedral (optional visit), the city hall in Plaza de Cort, Almudaina Palace and the historic stock exchange building (La Lonja), the most important monument in the city center.
Enjoy the amazing panoramic view from the Renaissance walls surrounding the old town and
Drive by the Passeig Maritimo, a waterfront promenade where some of the most important yacht clubs and marinas of Mallorca are located.
Return to the port.
Itinerary Note: NO bull fighting ring, NO pearl factory, NO interior visit of the Believer Castle
Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation.
PALMA: 4h highlights of Palma tour with Beqach stop by 20 seats bus+guide
DURATION: 4 hours from scheduled pick up time to drop off time. Delayed departures will reduce tour duration.
The Official Licensed English Speaking Guide will accompany you during the whole duration of the tour
Pick up at cruise ship’s pier (driver will have a sign with your name)
Depart pier and drive strait to The Beach of Illetas one of the most beautiful beaches in the area
Stop at the Beach (2 hours). Free showers at the beach . Available restaurants , sunbeds etc. at extra price
Drive to Mallorca's most important medieval monuments: the Bellver Castle, which stands on a hill and offers an astounding view of Palma and its port.
Drive to Palma for a Little walk at paque del Mar to take pictures of La Seu Cathedral, Almudaina Palace, walking S'Hort del Rei Gardens and fountains and a little independent walk for shopping at your own pace.
Visit the Renaissance walls surrounding the old town and enjoy the amazing panoramic view.
Drive to the Passeig Maritimo, a waterfront promenade where some of the most important yacht clubs and marinas of Mallorca are.
Return to the port
Itinerary details are indicative and may need to be changed by the driver in case of heavy traffic or any other unforeseen situation.