Introducing Olympia
Introducing Olympia
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Introducing Olympia “
Could not fault the crew and staff on anything. They were so kind and cheerful. The whole atmosphere was the same from morning to night. Mr & Mrs B, Birmingham
A new look for Olympia Regular passengers joining Olympia in 2016 will find a brighter, more modern décor throughout the ship, following an extensive refurbishment of soft furnishings and many fittings aboard the vessel. Over the winter the ship also underwent major engineering works to both her structure and engine room. Together with the recent installation of flat-screen TVs in all cabins and the refurbishment of the bathrooms, these enhancements give the ship a new, fresh feel. With the warmth of welcome from the Captain and cruise staff, and the high standards enjoyed in the dining room, Olympia more than merits her uprated ‘Three-star Superior’ grading.
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Aboard or ashore – you’re in great company All the pleasures of life on board Olympia are described on the following pages. By day and by night, you’ll be looked after by a crew and cruise staff dedicated to your holiday enjoyment. Each cruise features several fascinating ports of call, at which you can step ashore to explore under your own steam, or more likely join our Cruise Manager on well-priced optional excursions that will bring to life the places visited.
Wi-Fi available on board
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Our popular, Swiss-registered cruise vessel Olympia has been sailing ‘under the Newmarket flag’ since 2008, plying her gentle course up and down the Rhine, Moselle, Main and Danube, and criss-crossing the Dutch and Belgian waterways. A regular sight at all the rivers’ iconic ports of call, she is a delightful, intimate river cruise ship.
Spotlight on Olympia
With emphasis very much on relaxed informality – the Captain, crew and the cruise staff go out of their way to create a friendly ambience throughout the ship. Olympia, which has undergone a wideranging refurbishment of her soft furnishings and fittings, and is now rated a Three-star Superior vessel, offers a full programme of classic voyages throughout the year. You can join her in the spring as the famous Dutch bulbfields burst into bloom, and in summertime explore the furthest reaches of the mighty Rhine or meandering Moselle. Cruise south to Switzerland on the former or west to ancient Trier on the latter, through valleys of ripening vineyards, past fairy‑tale
• She has sailed all Europe’s great
wine-towns and robber-baron castles. Board her for a classic ‘Castles & Vineyards’ cruise taking in no fewer than four rivers, journey through Bavaria calling at some idyllic ‘Romantic Road’ cities, or join an unforgettable voyage between Vienna and Budapest on the legendary Blue Danube. With the chance to enjoy the delights of the River Rhine in celebration – either at one of the famous ‘Rhine in Flames’ festivities or on one of her ever-popular Christmastime cruises, Olympia really does offer a wonderful choice of memorable voyages throughout the river cruising year – and all at superb, value-for-money prices too!
• Olympia is registered in Switzerland, where the Rhine rises in the high Alps. She flies the Swiss flag
rivers, including the Rhine, the Moselle, the Main, the Danube, the Po and the Dutch Waterways
• Her shallow draft means that she can navigate even at low water
• With just 96 passengers on board, Olympia’s friendly crew really can get to know everyone
• English is the on-board language
and the Euro the on-board currency during your cruise
• Recently refurbished softfurninshings
• Wi-Fi available (payable locally)
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To book please see your Local Travel Agent
Drinks Package Take advantage of our great-value drinks package for just £17.50 per person per night and you’ll enjoy unlimited house wine, draught beer, soft drinks, water, tea and coffee whilst on board Olympia between the hours of 10am and midnight. Whether you fancy an early morning coffee, a glass of wine with lunch or a draft beer mid-afternoon whilst enjoying the views, include this one-off payment when you book your cruise and your on-board budget is covered.
• Just £17.50 per person per night Please Note: All other drinks are not included. The drinks package much be purchased by every person travelling in your group.
Special Occasion Packages Pre-book any of the following packages to add something extra special to your River Cruise experience:
• Birthday Package: £49 • Anniversary Package: £65
• Gift Package 1: £39 • Gift Package 2: £56
Packages include a selection of gifts including fruit baskets, wine, chocolates and flowers. Please call us for full details.
Call us on: 0330 160 7799
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Life on Board Olympia
Life on Board Olympia
Life on Board Olympia Sample Daily Menu Breakfast Buffet A choice of cereals & fresh fruit salad Freshly prepared continental breakfast including croissants & pastries Hot cooked breakfast A selection of fruit juices, tea & coffee
Three-course Lunch Salad buffet with a choice of dressings and condiments Soup of the day Roast chicken with rosemary, pilau rice and mixed vegetables or French vegetable stew with potatoes or Spaghetti Carbonara Chocolate pudding with pears and whipped cream Choice of coffee or tea
Four-course Dinner Smoked salmon roulade with salad and a mustard and dill dressing Tomato consommé with dumplings Tortellini stuffed with forest mushrooms and a parsley sauce or Roasted pork tenderloin with a cognac pepper sauce served with gratin potatoes and vegetable bouquet or Crispy vegetable roast with sour cream
The Lounge & Bar
Your Comfortable Cabin Awaits
Much of the day, when you’re on board the ship, might be spent relaxing in the comfortable lounge, enjoying the passing scenery, curled up with a good book, chatting to fellow passengers or even joining in a friendly game of cards – a river cruise holiday doesn’t have to be all about sightseeing or shopping! Enjoy a mid-morning coffee or afternoon tea, or a drink from the bar, before heading to the dining room.
Olympia’s 49 cabins are arranged on two decks and offer excellent twin‑bedded accommodation (the beds convert into sofas for daytime use) with newly upgraded private shower and WC facilities, a table, flat-screen TV, a chair and small wardrobe. Large picture windows offer views of the ever‑changing scenery as it passes by. Your steward will ensure that your cabin is tidied and prepared for you each evening.
In the evenings, the lounge and bar put on a different cloak, as the on-board musician and the ship’s crew put on occasional lighthearted entertainment and there’s even the opportunity to take to the dance floor.
Cabin prices vary according to their deck and location on board Olympia. You’ll find a Deck Plan on page 15 of the brochure.
Baked Alaska Choice of coffee or tea
Whether you awaken as the ship continues on her gentle way, or to greet a new port of call, you’ll leave your cabin to enjoy a full breakfast in the dining room, or to take the air on top deck. The day’s programme will be organised by our on-board Cruise Manager, and might include time to step ashore to enjoy an included or optional excursion.
The Olympia Dining Experience One of the undoubted highlights of your holiday will be the full-board dining arrangements in the ship’s delightful restaurant. You’ll enjoy sumptuous fare – a mix of regional specialities, international dishes and meals tailored to British palates, all prepared by the on-board chefs – served in comfortable, relaxed surroundings. A well-stocked breakfast buffet sets you up for the day ahead, while lunch generally includes a salad buffet and lighter main dish. In the evening, when the atmosphere is generally
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more ‘smart casual’ than ‘formal’ – although gentlemen may like to don a jacket for the special Welcome and Farewell nights (available on longer duration cruises only) – a delicious four-course meal is served. As Olympia sails through regions famed for their love of good food, expect to taste some local dishes, and don’t miss the opportunity to sample the wines for which the Rhine and Moselle are celebrated. In Cologne, it’s the local Kölsch beer that takes pride of place, while in Rüdesheim, another regular port of call, you might try the local Asbach brandy.
To book please see your Local Travel Agent
Call us on: 0330 160 7799
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