Mock Cruising

MV Tynedale the original land based cruise ship entered the cruise circuit in 1992

This ever popular break benefits from years of experience and investment of time and money that create an atmosphere of actually having been on board a cruise ship. Our continuing feedback from this wonderful break is 'Copied by many - Bettered by none'

Overview! Whilst embarking you will receive a Passport which must be stamped each day at different Ports of Call. At each different port our staff wear themed outfits, and M.V.Tynedale sails from Port each evening.

Attention to detail is all important; you'll arrive in Tokyo to a traditional Japanese welcome. Make your way under the Samurai arch and proceed along the gangway through Passport control.

When you arrive in Honolulu you'll be greeted with a smile flower Lei and treated to a magnificent Hawaiian Luau beach party.

In Cairo, barter with the bizarre street traders in traditional costume and of course, somewhere a camel to greet our customers from their trip ashore.

Our Cruise ends in Paris with a glittery aperitif party, Captains dinner Parisian style cabaret entertainment and world renowned Can Can.

  1. Four Course Themed Dinners
  2. Famous Tynedale Gala Buffet
  3. Special Cruise Breakfasts
  4. Captains Cocktail Parties
  5. Brunch Breakfast on Day Four
  6. Cabaret Entertainment each evening
  7. Passport for every passenger
  8. Captains Dinner on Day four
  9. Godfrey the Camel
  10. Man Overboard
  11. Finale End of Cruise Send Off
  12. All members of staff in themed dress each night, Passport Control, Rickshaw and Tug Boat, Boules and Onion Rolling
 

TOKYO

Discover the land of the rising sun. Tokyo is a sophisticated and energetic high tech city. Japan has something to offer everybody. The magnificent Mount Fuji is an impressive sight, along with the historic Buddha Statues and temples in the region.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Currency The Yen.
Language Japanese.
Time GMT +9 hours.
Water - Bottled mineral water is recommended.

Day One - Your Itinerary

Welcome aboard and to the fabulous destination port of Tokyo. Marvel at the landscape and frenetic harbour as we berth.
‘Passports Please’ - proceed through immigration and onto the Palm Deck 2 for afternoon tea and lifeboat drill, whilst we whisk your trunk to your designated cabin.

Time to relax until the Captain’s Reception Party at 17.45 hours with Cocktails, Canapés and all drinks at duty free prices

18.15 Sailing. With a wonderful Japanese send off and the amazing Tynedale March.
18.30 hours Time for the M.V.Tynedale eating experience in a Japanese themed restaurant from our top notch Chef’s in the Transatlantic Restaurant Deck One below.
20.15 hours Cash Bingo followed by an evening of Cabaret Entertainment.
23.00 hours Complimentary finger buffet

HONOLULU (Oahu) Day Two

Volcanic mountain ranges tower along the east and west coasts and between them lie shrinking Sugar and Pineapple plantations. Honolulu the most celebrated suburb of Waikiki, famous for its beach, tourism and glittery nightlife.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Currency-The U.S. Dollar.
Language Hawaiian
Time GMT -10 hours
Climate Feb March 22c - 29c
Water- Bottled mineral water is recommended.

Your Itinerary

08.15-09.15 hours- Breakfast is served as we arrive in our destination port of Honolulu.

'Passports Please' don’t forget passport control as you disembark and take a launch to the Port side.

Arrive back during the afternoon leaving plenty of time to prepare for the Hawaiian Luau. Grass Skirts and Traditional dress can be purchased on board.

18.00 hours - The main event - the MV Tynedale Gala Buffet Hawaiian style we’ve named ‘Midnight in Oahu’. Make sure you bring your camera and take home a memento of your cruise.
18.15 hours- Time to sail for our new destination port of Cairo and sample the fruits of our Chefs labours.
20.15 hours- Cabaret Time.
23.00 hours- Late Night Buffet.

CAIRO

In the land of the Pharaohs.

Egypt has a mystical and timeless appeal. Cairo City of Minarets holds much of this fascination. You can visit the magnificent mask of King Tutankhamun, the spectacular Pyramids of Giza and The Sphinx.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Water - Bottled mineral water is

Day Three - Your Itinerary

08.15 -09.15 hours : Breakfast is served as we arrive in our destination port of Cairo.

'Passports Please' - Don't forget passport control as your launch awaits to take you on your tour of this magical mysterious port.

Arrive back on board for Afternoon Tea in the Cafe Bar - Palm deck one served at 16.00 hrs to an Arabic theme with of course that Famous camel!

17.00hours Duty Free hour in the Café Bar
18.30 hours We set sail for our final destination of Paris via the port of Calais and invite you to once more sample the delights of our Tranatlantivc Restruant on Deck one below.
20.15 hours Cash Bingo
21.00 hours Caberet Time on M.V. Tynedale
23.00 hours It’s our Late Night Buffet

PARIS

City of Romance, Chic and Joie De Vivre.
Experience the charm of the cosmopolitan and chic “city of light”. Impossible not to fall in love with this magical city, full of hidden treasures from majestic monuments and Palaces to the romantic heights of the Eiffel Tower and Mont Marte.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Currency The Euro
Language . French
Time - GMT + 1 hours
Water- Bottled mineral water recommended

Day Four - Your Itinerary
08.30 hours: Coffee served Café Bar as you watch M.V.Tynedale berth in the Port of Calais before transfer to the romantic cit of Paris

09.00- 11.00 hours Have a relaxing Breakfast Brunch, no need to rush as you’ve a free day to explore this historic city.
18.30 hours We set sail for our final destination of Paris via the port of Calais and invite you to once more sample the delights of our Tranatlantivc Restruant on Deck one below. Arrive back on board during the afternoon for Afternoon Tea in the Cafe Bar at 15.00 hours. If the weather is fine have a game of boules or join our Onion Rolling Competition
18.15 hours We set sail for our homeport of Llandudno.
18.30 hours The Captain requests the pleasure of your company for the Captains Dinner.
20.30 hours A full evening of Entertainment.
23.00 hours Your evening draws to a close with our Late Night Buffet.