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A Journey of Picturesque Piazzas & Soulful Souks

Explora
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Includes flights, 3 night Hotel stay in Rome and Barcelona with breakfast
see Rome (Civitavecchia), Naples, Trapani, La Goulette, Carloforte, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona
Food made out of sustainable, locally-sourced produce

Destination

Mediterranean Sea

Trip Duration

15 nights

Cruise Ship

EXPLORA II

Cruise Company

Explora

End Port

Barcelona

Itinerary

Depart 20:00

Civitavecchia is located in the province of Rome and is a gateway to the city. Rome is Italy's largest city, and is bursting with Italian history and culture. The Old Town, St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican City are on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1980. In the 'Eternal City' there is so much to discover, such as many theater performances to enjoy and museums with fascinating exhibits. A highlight of Rome is the food available, with the huge number of bars, restaurants and cafes sure to satisfy. Highlights of Civitavecchia Visit the historic Colosseum, Pantheon and Roman Forum Enjoy typical Roman cuisine in an Italian cafe or restaurant See the many beautiful squares and fountains in the city

Arrive 09:00

Depart 20:00

Naples is the third largest city in Italy, with about 1 million inhabitants. The port city sits next to a beautiful beach promenade and the city boasts many interesting buildings, such as castles, palaces,churches and monasteries. The historic center of Naples was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. Naples food scene is exquisite with tantalizing Italian food, unforgettable seafood dishes and more the choice is endless.

Arrive 09:00

Depart 21:00

The city of Trapani is situated on a jutting promontory at the foot of Mount Erice in Sicily, and is known for its salt production. Visit the 17th Century Cathedral of San Lorenzo, the Salt Museum and the Palazzo del Governo, the seat of the provincial government.

Arrive 08:00

Depart 18:00

The capital of Tunisia is located in the north of the country on the Mediterranean. The picture-book town, with its white Art Nouveau facades and crooked streets, is a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1979. The contrast between European and Oriental Old Town is fascinating. The turbulent life can be best observed with a glass of tea from the numerous cafes.

Arrive 09:00

Depart 22:00

Carloforte is a small fishing town on the Island of San Pietro, just off the coast of Sardinia, Italy. It boasts a long-standing tradition of wooden boatbuilding.

Arrive 10:00

Depart 20:00

Palma de Mallorca is the capital city of Majorca and stretches along the bay of Palma along the south coast of the island. The Gothic cathedral La Seu is the main attraction of the city. With its beautiful beaches Palma de Mallorca is a very popular tourist destination. To get around the old town, you will go through many staircases and narrow streets. A sight definitely worth a visit is the King of Spain palace.

Arrive 07:00

A blend of the traditional and modernity makes Barcelona one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. With approximately 1.62 million inhabitants, Barcelona is also the second-largest city in the country. Among the attractions are the Nou Camp, Sagrada Família, Park Guell and the beautiful Las Ramblas promenade. In addition to the many cafés, tapas bars are found all around the city and provide a culinary highlight.

What’s included:

3 nights accommodation in a hotel in Rome with breakfast

Air taxes

    3 nights accommodation in a hotel in Barcelona with breakfast

    Return economy class airfare from Sydney to Rome, return from Barcelona

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      You will be sailing on:

      EXPLORA II

      Book your next luxury cruise holiday on board the second ship in the Explora Journey fleet - EXPLORA II. Cruise to the hidden gems of South America, Hawaii, Greenland, Alaska and many other spectacular destinations. Enjoy bespoke shore excursions that focus on immersing you in the culture of the countries you visit. You'll be tasting caviar and flying helicopters, taking yoga classes in a real castle and hiking the most picturesque routes in Greenland.

      Launch Date:

      2024
      Learn More about EXPLORA II

      Who is traveling?

      Adults18+ years
      2
      Kids0-17 years
      0
      • 2 Adults

      • 15 nights

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      A Journey of Picturesque Piazzas & Soulful Souks