An Extended Journey Across the Mediterranean’s Western Shores Cruise

Day 1 - Barcelona

Arrive: Sun 24 January 2027 / Depart: Sun 24 January 2027 at 20:00

Breathe in the cultural heart of Catalan; an elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition. Muse over the origins of captivating Gaudi architecture within the enchanting labyrinth that is the Gothic Quarter. Savour the flavours of fresh tapas and crisp cava in breezy plazas, tranquil terraces and coveted cafés, or glide down to a shimmering beach club to unwind. Imagine a visit to peaceful Passeig de Gracia, where modernist buildings merge to showcase iconic global labels. And, as dusk falls, prepare for urban action and swing by the lively bohemian bars to fiesta on the leafy stretch of La Rambla. If you’re serious about style, this colourful city provides plenty to celebrate.

Day 2 - Valencia

Arrive: Mon 25 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 25 January 2027 at 19:00

Day 3 - Majorca

Arrive: Tue 26 January 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Tue 26 January 2027 at 19:00

Leave craggy coastlines behind and venture to the heartland of the biggest Balearic. Where endless authentic charm, history and nature await. Celebrate at Spain’s oldest winery, shop chic Palma boutiques and marvel at blossoming UNESCO-limestone mountains aboard a vintage train. Experience a tranquil monastery, art at a historic hacienda and tons of protected wildlife. Delve into nature at reserves, feast on wood-fired paella at lively hangouts, pilgrimage to historic churches and tour old-world Mallorcan villages. And as for sapphire seas that frame spotless beaches - Mallorca is truly an immense Balearic beauty.

Day 4 - Palamos

Arrive: Wed 27 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 27 January 2027 at 19:00

Day 5 - At Sea

Day 6 - Marseille, France

Arrive: Fri 29 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Fri 29 January 2027 at 18:00

Lounging under a Provençal sun, Marseille is the oldest city in France yet seemingly grows younger each day. A multi-cultural melting pot with top-notch museums, galleries, smart squares and hip port-side bars, where you can tuck into a bowl of bouillabaisse, its famous fish stew. Meander past fountains built under the reign of Napoleon III and city hall erected during Louis XIV. Fall in love with the Calanques cliffs for a bit of French coastline drama, or wind through cypress trees and lavender fields to Avignon and Aix-en-Provence, famously once home to Van Gogh, Cézanne, and author Peter Mayle. Chase light, ripening Syrah grapes and drink in the nuances of terroir. From Marseille’s boisterous roots to its French coastline drama and nearby classic Provence, wander at will and fall in love with it all.

Day 7 - Genoa

Arrive: Sat 30 January 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Sat 30 January 2027 at 19:00

Day 8 - Nice (Villefranche)

Arrive: Sun 31 January 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Sun 31 January 2027 at 19:00

Day 9 - Florence/Pisa

Arrive: Mon 01 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Mon 01 February 2027 at 20:00

Day 10 - Rome

Arrive: Tue 02 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 02 February 2027 at 20:00

Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter. Rome has been a magnet luring the world's greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.

Day 11 - Naples, Italy

Arrive: Wed 03 February 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Wed 03 February 2027 at 18:00

Day 12 - Palermo

Arrive: Thu 04 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 04 February 2027 at 17:00

Be drawn into a balmy blend of olive-strewn landscapes, starkly beautiful Greek temples, Byzantine mosaics, and ricotta-filled farm-to-table delights. Wander Palermo's ficus-filled streets as you tour through the Florio family tale. Taste wine through a patchwork of fertile vineyards below rumbling giant Mount Etna and talented Teatro Greco, Sicily's most dolce vita hill town. Take in noble UNESCO heritage sites, tour leafy Villa Tasca, marvel medieval mosaic masterpieces at Monreale or Cefalù and continue the Greek theme to visit tumbled ruins and secluded temples. Welcome Baroque brilliance, Aztec chocolate, and modern-day charms in Sicily's honey-hued deep south towns. From Michelin-starred temple dining to Trapani beaches and fishermen mending nets outside hipster bars - such contrasts are at the soul of this irresistible island.

Day 13 - Tunis

Arrive: Fri 05 February 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Fri 05 February 2027 at 18:00

Day 14 - At Sea

Day 15 - Algiers, Algeria

Arrive: Sun 07 February 2027 at 07:00 / Depart: Sun 07 February 2027 at 19:00

Day 16 - Cartagena, Spain

Arrive: Mon 08 February 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Mon 08 February 2027 at 18:00

March into a hidden Spanish gem with centuries of deeply ingrained culture and history. Not forgetting gourmet cuisine fit for a king. Take part in cookery lessons, wine samplings and coffee workshops, or the heart stopping elevator to the top of the Castillo. Head back to Roman times at the theatre and sanctuary for relics and mosaics. Inspect weaponry at the military museum and explore shipwrecks, artefacts and Mediterranean history at museums. View delightful street art in the bustling city centre and sample the traditional sailor tipple, Asiático. Cartagena has sites you won't see in the rest of Spain, from Roman ruins, Byzantine walls and Belle Epoque architecture to marble streets and war memorials.

Day 17 - Alicante

Arrive: Tue 09 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Tue 09 February 2027 at 19:00

Day 18 - Tarragona

Arrive: Wed 10 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Wed 10 February 2027 at 19:00

Day 19 - Barcelona

Arrive: Thu 11 February 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 11 February 2027

Breathe in the cultural heart of Catalan; an elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition. Muse over the origins of captivating Gaudi architecture within the enchanting labyrinth that is the Gothic Quarter. Savour the flavours of fresh tapas and crisp cava in breezy plazas, tranquil terraces and coveted cafés, or glide down to a shimmering beach club to unwind. Imagine a visit to peaceful Passeig de Gracia, where modernist buildings merge to showcase iconic global labels. And, as dusk falls, prepare for urban action and swing by the lively bohemian bars to fiesta on the leafy stretch of La Rambla. If you’re serious about style, this colourful city provides plenty to celebrate.