An Extended Journey of Shifting Cultures & Coastal Continuity Cruise

Day 1 - Rome

Arrive: Thu 14 January 2027 / Depart: Thu 14 January 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 2 - Amalfi, Italy

Arrive: Fri 15 January 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Fri 15 January 2027 at 16:00

Day 3 - Cagliari

Arrive: Sat 16 January 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Sat 16 January 2027 at 18:00

Day 4 - At Sea

Day 5 - Cartagena, Spain

Arrive: Mon 18 January 2027 at 09:00 / Depart: Mon 18 January 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 6 - Malaga

Arrive: Tue 19 January 2027 at 09:00

Enjoy the epitome of Spanish charm. Slowly discover Andalusian riches to reveal Picasso’s birthplace, the Alhambra in Granada, Mezquita in Cordoba and the Ronda valley. Explore ancient heritage sites, dance the flamenco, dare to hike the Caminito del Rey trail and delve into white villages sprinkled amongst mango groves and avocado orchards. Sip cocktails by day and sangria by night. And as you watch the sun slip down, reflect upon this gateway of delights.

Day 7 - Malaga

Depart: Wed 20 January 2027 at 23:30

Enjoy the epitome of Spanish charm. Slowly discover Andalusian riches to reveal Picasso’s birthplace, the Alhambra in Granada, Mezquita in Cordoba and the Ronda valley. Explore ancient heritage sites, dance the flamenco, dare to hike the Caminito del Rey trail and delve into white villages sprinkled amongst mango groves and avocado orchards. Sip cocktails by day and sangria by night. And as you watch the sun slip down, reflect upon this gateway of delights.

Day 8 - Tangier, Morocco

Arrive: Thu 21 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Thu 21 January 2027 at 18:00

Day 9 - At Sea

Day 10 - Alicante

Arrive: Sat 23 January 2027 at 08:00 / Depart: Sat 23 January 2027 at 17:00

Day 11 - Barcelona

Arrive: Sun 24 January 2027 at 08:00 / 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 12 - Valencia

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

Day 13 - 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 14 - Palamos

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

Day 15 - At Sea

Day 16 - 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 17 - Genoa

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

Day 18 - Nice (Villefranche)

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

Day 19 - Florence/Pisa

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

Day 20 - Rome

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

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.