Sip and savor delicious European cuisine paired with famous destinations and little-known fishing villages during this deliciously delightful exploration of Spain, France, Belgium and the Netherlands. Browse more than 155 works spanning 83 years, including ceramics created by Picasso at the Fundación Museo Picasso de Málaga. Ride in a scenic gondola to Gibraltar’s summit and enjoy panoramic strait views in the company of resident Barbary apes.
Price Per Night:$271.89 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Location(s):
Madrid, Madrid/Granada, Granada, Granada/Cordoba/Seville, Seville, Seville/Barcelona, Barcelona
With some destinations, you always have to compromise on something, whether it's cuisine, history, or just things to do. Luckily, in southern Spain, there’s no such thing. This tour covers the major highlights of Andalucia (southern Spain): the ornate palace of Alhambra in Granada, Córdoba (an architectural mainstay of Islamic culture), and the Andalucian capital of Seville, home of flamenco dancing. Pair it all up with time in Madrid and Barcelona, and you’ll never run out of fun things to d...
Dynamic culture, compelling history, to-die-for cuisine - the Iberian Peninsula really is a true example of riches for every sense and interest. On this adventure, you’ll soak up the Moorish history of Lisbon and Cordoba, be treated to a lively flamenco performance in Seville, explore the astounding red-clay fortress of the Alhambra, and witness Gaudí’s Barcelona with your own eyes. If that sounds like a lot, be prepared; we’ve only just begun.
Price Per Night:$414.78 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
San Juan, St. John's (Antigua), Gustavia, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Key West, Miami, King's Wharf, Horta, Ponta Delgada (São Miguel), Cadiz...
From the stirring soul of San Juan, we trace the shores of colourful Antillean islets, pausing to stroll on the smooth sands of Antigua and Saint Barthélemy and discover the sparkle of Florida Keys. Indulge in every mind-body luxury, poolside wonder and culinary pleasure aboard EXPLORA II, with an unforgettable night under starlit Bermuda skies. The scenery of the Azores regales us with its stories before the claps of castanets draw us to Andalusia, and onwards to art-filled Barcelona.
Price Per Night:$1,255.71 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Trapani (Sicily), Tunis/La Goulette, Carloforte, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Saint-Tropez, Montecarlo, Ajaccio (Corsica)...
Embrace the joys of island-hopping from treasure to treasure, pausing in Sicily, Sardinia and the Balearics, as well as exploring mainland gems like splendid Florence, epic Rome, Ancient Carthage and beautiful Barcelona. Coast through the sparkling panache of Monte Carlo and the Cote d'Azur. Absorb tranquil, timeless whispers at the Pantheon and the elusive secrets of Pompeii. Then sample Palermo's architectural and culinary delights and Sardinia's fine white sands before looping back through Spanish charms.
Experience the dolce vita, from the old-world sophistication of Monte Carlo to the wild coastline and Renaissance elegance of Italy. Linger on sun-drenched shores and marvel at the beauty of Sicily, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands. Barcelona's brilliance guides us towards the rural idylls of Provence and Cannes, then onwards to breathtaking nature in Cinque Terre and Monte Argentario. We wrap up our adventures by treading in the footsteps of Caesar in historic Rome.
Fill your senses with the aromas, flavours and spectacles of an extraordinary odyssey through ancient grandeur and luscious landscapes. From Rome's architectural splendour and Pompeii's fascinating history, follow a trail of Mediterranean island beauty on the shores of Italy and Spain. Seek out fields of lavender and lemon, olive groves and hidden lagoons. The allure of Tunis leads us over the sea and beyond, whirling between islands until we return to iconic Barcelona.
Price Per Night:$874.29 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Ibiza, Marseille, Cannes, Genoa, Portofino, Porto Santo Stefano (Argentario), Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Trapani (Sicily)...
From Ibiza's sunlit days to warm Riviera nights, we traverse Provence's rich fields and Cannes' seafront glamour. The Cinque Terre's colourful villages, Monte Argentario's dramatic scenery and Rome's eternal flame are yours to unearth. The spirit of discovery ignites your thirst for adventure in Naples, Sicily, Tunis and Barcelona. Spend idle days relishing unparallelled luxury in Monaco, Saint Tropez and Corsica, then create memories on Sardinia's soft sands.
Price Per Night:$480.94 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Miami, San Juan, St. Maarten/Philipsburg, Funchal (Madeira), Cadiz, Málaga, Spain, Barcelona
Embrace Caribbean scenery and Mediterranean charms on an enchanting odyssey from Miami to Barcelona. Stroll through the old town at San Juan and dive into turquoise waters at Philipsburg's Great Bay.
We begin in Rome, where ancient architecture meets modern metropolis. Next, let Sorrento's siren song draw you to its Vesuvian sites and Amalfi hikes. Immerse yourself in Sicilian charm in Palermo and travel through time in Tunis, where whitewashed buildings and labyrinthine souks await. Feel the vibrant island vibes of Ibiza then melt your troubles away on the turquoise shores of Mahón. Finally, we breathe in the bohemian heart of Catalan in magnificent Barcelona.
Price Per Night:$933.81 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Trapani (Sicily), Tunis/La Goulette, Carloforte, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Montecarlo, Saint-Tropez, Livorno (Florence)...
The romantic relics of Rome set the scene for an adventure through the Tyrrhenian Sea to Naples, Sicily and Tunis, taking in tiny islands, clear blue waters and golden beaches. Sun-hazed days on the French Riviera lead to the majestic mountains that cradle Corsica's citadel. Indulge in rich wines and delicacies on the paradise shores of Sorrento and Sardinia before floating into the serenity of Spanish coast and relishing the beauty of the Balearics and Barcelona.
Mediterranean marvels await as you sail from enchanting Monaco to the seduction of Saint Tropez and Corsica's rugged coastline. Savour the wild soul of Sardinia and absorb the mystique of Rome's treasures and the secrets of Pompeii. Barcelona beckons with its arty allure, a gateway to Spanish gems in the Balearics.
Price Per Night:$887.86 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Lisbon, Porto (Leixões), La Coruña (A Coruña), Bilbao, Pauillac, Saint-Jean-de-Luz, Southampton
From Lisbon's colourful hills and tram-lined avenues, drift away to the home of port wine and medieval charm in Porto. We make our way to Galician beauty and Old Town history for our maiden call in La Coruña, then elegant architecture and world-class vineyards in Bordeaux, and Saint Malo's fortified walls along the stunning Emerald Coast.
Price Per Night:$667.14 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Marseille, Porto Cervo (Sardinia), Portofino, Livorno (Florence), Villefranche-sur-Mer(Nice), Barcelona
From the artistic allure of Barcelona, journey to Marseille's sun-drenched Calanques and the sparkling beauty of Porto Cervo's Costa Smeralda. Stroll in the pastel-hued haven of Portofino before exploring Renaissance masterpieces in Florence. Drift along the Côte d'Azur, where the timeless glamour of the Riviera shimmers in Nice. Enjoy time at sea to relax, reflect and indulge in unparalleled wellness, dining and entertainment as we loop back to Mediterranean enchantment in stylish Barcelona.
