Explorer and broadcaster Ben Fogle has developed a series of exclusive shore excursions for Celebrity Cruises. Each Great Adventure will offer guests an opportunity to experience culture, history, famous sights and wildlife, often off the beaten track in destinations throughout Europe.
Highlights include speedboat rides and snorkelling with salmon in Norway, a gastronomic tour through Sicily, triathlon trails in Croatia and kayaking through the Stockholm archipelago.
Ben, Celebrity’s Destination Expert, said: “Developing the Great Adventures programmes has been a hugely exciting project and one that is close to my heart. I am thrilled to be able to share my passion for taking the road less travelled with Celebrity Cruises’ guests. Each tour has been designed to appeal to those keen to immerse themselves in fascinating cultures, indulge in great food and marvel at breathtaking scenery.”
Jo Rzymowska, MD for Celebrity Cruises UK and Ireland adds: “The launch of Ben’s Great Adventures is proof of our commitment to enhancing the holiday experience for our guests. We have worked closely with him to develop a series of programmes that offer a truly unique opportunity to tour some of Europe’s most intriguing sights.”
They include:
Ben Fogle’s Sicilian Gastronomic Tour – visit to a fresh produce market in Catania followed by local cuisine cookery experience class with celebrated Sicilian gastronomy expert Eleonora Consoli, Tour Duration: 6.5 Hours, Price: £194.50 per person (adults only experience)
Ben Fogle’s Norwegian salmon snorkeling– cruise and snorkel with salmon along the Suldalslågen River, Tour Duration: 6.5 Hours, Price: £389.50 (adult and child – minimum age 14 years)
Ben Fogle’s Great Norwegian Explorers – immerse yourself in the history of Oslo with visits to the Fram and Kon Tiki museums, Tour Duration: 4 Hours, Price: £64.50 per Adult/£38.50 per child
Ben Fogle’s Croatian Adventure – Experience Croatia on land and sea with a triathlon-themed tour that includes biking, boat rides, swimming and sea kayaking, Tour Duration: 6 Hours, Price: £233.50 per Adult/£194.50 per child
Ben Fogle’s Sun, Sorbet and Sorrento – Marvel at the Sorrento scenery before learning how to make authentic gelato, Tour Duration: 8 hours, Price: £84.00 per adult / £64.50 per child
Ben Fogle’s archipelago adventure – A fantastic nature-themed excursion including tours of the Stockholm archipelago by kayak and RIB boat, Tour Duration: 6.5 Hours, Price: £272.50 per person (adult and child)
The Ben Fogle Great Adventures will be available in every destination featured throughout 2014. The first excursion is on the 8-night Norwegian Fjords onboard Celebrity Eclipse on May 2 starting from £1,299 per person with balcony. All guests will have the chance to experience the Norwegian salmon snorkelling by Ben Fogle.
