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Western Mediterranean from Barcelona, Spain with the EXPLORA II

Explora
Food made out of sustainable, locally-sourced produce
Hybrid-ready energy & other environmentally-protective solutions
Nine dining venues with delicious menus, all included

Destination

Mediterranean Sea

Trip Duration

16 nights

Cruise Ship

EXPLORA II

Cruise Company

Explora

Itinerary

Depart 18:00

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.

Arrive 14:00

Depart 23:00

Monte Carlo is a city of the rich and famous, but also offers numerous attractions for regualr tourists. The Duke's palace high above the city, the casino and the Botanical Gardens are just a few of the highlights. AS Monaco is one of the most successful football clubs in the French League and a Formula 1 race takes place each year around the streets of the tiny nation.

Arrive 09:00

Depart 22:00

St. Tropez, France, is istuated on the Côte d'Azur. The former fishing village has become a popular holiday destination for the rich and famous and is where high society keep their yachts.

Arrive 09:00

Depart 22:00

Alghero is situated on the Sardinian coast and offers a gorgeous, long, sandy coastline and a beautiful old town. The city was founded by the Genovese family of Doria in the 7th Century and impresses with numerous monuments, churches, palaces and picturesque. Alghero has a rich tradition and offers fascinating sights.

Arrive 10:00

Depart 19:00

Ajaccio, Corsica's capital, exudes Mediterranean, like most the towns along the Cote d'Azur. One of the attractions of the city's Musée Fesch, which houses a large collection of Italian paintings from the 14th to 18th Century and the cathedral Notre Dame de la Misericorde. Visitors enjoy varying landscapes, with rugged canyons on rushing rivers,great lakes and stunning cliffs.

Arrive 08:00

Depart 20:00

Livorno is situated on the Western coast of Tuscany, and is a major Italian port. In spite of the large-scale destruction during the second World War II, the city still has many historic buildings, most of which can be explored with guided tours. The Fortezza Vechia is an example of these historic forts and climbing to the top of the Mástio di Matilde will provide you with a great view of the city and port. The Terrazza Mascagni is a wide promenade on the waterfront and is ideal for taking a stroll and enjoying the views as the sun goes down on the Ligurian Sea.

Arrive 07:00

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 08:00

Depart 19:00

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 20:00

Naxos is the largest island of the Cyclades and is located in the Aegean Sea. In the East, the Greek island offers steep bank, while a rising granite mountains runs from north to south and the West has a rather more even country. Numerous castle-like Venetian buildings are also among the attractions distributed over the island, as well as the three antique and unfinished monolithic colossal statues of the 6th or 7th Century BC

What’s included:

Included Services

  • A cruise from/to Barcelona, Spain on board the EXPLORA II
  • Tips on board
  • Transfers from port to city and vice versa (where available)
  • Port taxes
  • Main meals, snacks, late breakfast, coffee and tea specialities, patisserie and midnight snacks
  • Accommodation in booked cabin
  • 24-hour room service, including in-Suite dining
  • Unlimited access to the wellness area
  • Twice a day housekeeping, nightly turndown and shoe shine services
  • Wellness and fitness programmes on board and at destinations (some exclusions and conditions apply)
  • 24-hour concierge service
  • Infotainment system with Smart TVs and Netflix
  • Nine exceptional culinary experiences with various refined cuisine options
  • Welcome bottle of champagne
  • Unlimited drinks, fine wines and premium spirits, coffee specialities, tea and soft drinks, also in the minibar in the Suite
  • Video on demand (VoD) with various movies and series
  • Extensive pillow selection, plus bathrobes and slippers in the Suite
  • Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi on board
  • Onboard entertainment

Special Offers

Explora Journeys Black Friday Sale

Save up to a fantastic 50% off cruise fares AND pay reduced deposits of 5% when you book select Explora Journey cruises departing from 29 November 2024 onwards before close of business on 04 December 2024. Ask your cruise consultant if this offer applies to your departure. Conditions apply* Terms & Conditions apply

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

  • 16 nights

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Western Mediterranean from Barcelona, Spain with the EXPLORA II