Reviews of Thomson Calypso Cruise Ship, Thomson Calypso, Thomson Cruises

10/10, Excellent. We have been...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Itinerary:

Hellenic Classic

Date of Holiday:

May 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr RP Tarr

Comments:

10/10, Excellent. We have been on lots of cruises; you get what you pay for.



We did read the write-ups prior to our cruise, and to be honest were put off slightly by some of the adverse comments.



As we... read more

What a brilliant little ship....

Overall Rating:

10/10

Itinerary:

Crimean Discovery

Date of Holiday:

May 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

pascopal

Comments:

What a brilliant little ship. This was a brilliant itinery and I would recommend it.



The food has been excellent such a wide choice. The service faultless.



The entertainment just beyond description... read more

We have just arrived back, and...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Itinerary:

Hellenic Classics

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Portland Direct

Submitted By:

Mr H Edwards

Comments:

We have just arrived back, and what a wonderful holiday we had on the Calypso to the Greek Islands.



The staff on board could not do enough for you. The entertainment was outstanding.



The food was... read more

We had read several adverse...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Itinerary:

Hellenic Classics

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Ms H Hope

Comments:

We had read several adverse comments before going on this cruise and we were a little apprehensive about what to expect, but having now experienced it for ourselves, we do not understand the complaints.



We have enjoyed every... read more

Absolutely fabulous. Couldn't...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mrs B Fairbairn

Comments:

Absolutely fabulous. Couldn't find fault with any part of this cruise.



The ship although small had everything required to make this a memorable week.



The staff, entertainment and food were A1. Nothing... read more

Not knowing what to expect of...

Overall Rating:

10/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Hephaestos

Comments:

Not knowing what to expect of such a small ship, my wife and I were a little apprehensive at first.



However, it didn't take long for us to be impressed by the Calypso. Small she may be, but with a heart as big as a lion, and... read more

Just returned from the Ancient...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr G Crocker

Comments:

Just returned from the Ancient Empires Cruise on the Calypso. And for my wife Lorraine and I it was our first ocean cruise and the only experience we had to compare it with was a Cruise on the Nile.



OK the ship is smallish and... read more

Just returned from a week on the...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr Q Hughes

Comments:

Just returned from a week on the Ancient Empires cruise on the Calypso & I must say what an excellent time we had!



Yes, there was a night when the sea was choppy & it felt like I was on a ride at Alton Towers, but it... read more

Just returned from a fantastic...

Overall Rating:

9/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

parrotsontour

Comments:

Just returned from a fantastic week aboard the Calypso. We were very apprehensive about going after reading previous reviews but were more than pleased once on board.



Transfer procedure worked well. We arrived at the ship and... read more

Agree with many of previous...

Overall Rating:

3/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mrs E. Lougher

Comments:

Agree with many of previous comments. We were unlucky with the weather. Bitterly disappointed with ship especially after a great holiday on Thompson Spirit to Red Sea last year.



We knew the Calypso was "new" but had not... read more

We were on this ship on the 7...

Overall Rating:

5/10

Itinerary:

Thomson Calypso Cruise Ship

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr G Hill

Comments:

We were on this ship on the 7 April. We were aware it was an old small ship, but, with the itinerary we wanted for that week. Seas were calm for the entire cruise.



Food: like others have said, buffet is too small, food plates... read more

We also don't fully agree with...

Overall Rating:

5/10

Itinerary:

Thomson Calypso Cruise Ship

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

ThomsonThomson

Submitted By:

Mrs A Adscruiser

Comments:

We also don't fully agree with the previous comments.



Our waiters did have the time and all of these things happened on our table as well as our wine being poured for us!



Our rooms were small but the... read more

I don't agree with the previous...

Overall Rating:

8/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr A Lane

Comments:

I don't agree with the previous comments. We had a fantastic time and overall the ship was in good condition.



OK there were some issues with the speed of service in the bar but otherwise we found the staff both helpful and... read more

"Rock and Roll" on The Calypso....

Overall Rating:

5/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Mr Nick Chaple

Comments:

"Rock and Roll" on The Calypso. Inaugural Cruise for Thomsons. "Ancient Empires" - 31 March to 7 April 2007.



INTRODUCTION



"The Calypso" was built as a car ferry in 1968, converted to a cruise ship in... read more

Apart from the last stop in...

Overall Rating:

7/10

Itinerary:

Ancient Empires

Date of Holiday:

Apr 2007

Tour Operator:

Thomson

Submitted By:

Sweetie

Comments:

Apart from the last stop in Turkey (Antalya) very well selected destinations. At Antalya you are a £6 transfer from the ship or a 20 minute taxi (25 Euros) ride away from the City. The old port was lovely but otherwise not somewhere I would want to... read more