Cruise met Sirena vanuit Barcelona – 12 nachten

Visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the amazing La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, Gaudí’s other fabulous structures, the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas, Barcelona’s famed downtown promenade. Or visit beautiful Montserrat and its monastery in a breathtaking setting high in the mountains.

Located on the eastern shores of Spain’s Costa Brava, Palamos is a small and walkable city with beautiful beaches and a lovely promenade lined with restaurants and cafés. Learn about the history and the art of fishing at the popular Fishing Museum. Travel outside the city to visit the renowned Dali Museum, where the museum itself is as much of an attraction as the works of Salvador Dali that adorn its walls.

Lying on a natural harbor on the French Riviera, Toulon is France’s principal naval base, and the waterfront is always full of life. Designed around stately fountains and small squares, the Old City is tucked between the harbor and boulevard de Strasbourg, and its Cathédrale Saint-Marie-Majeure is noteworthy for its Romanesque architecture. The city is also rich in history, much of it on display in the marine museum and the Museum of Toulon, celebrated for its Provençal paintings. For the ultimate view of Toulon, ride the cable car to Mount Faron.

Beyond the port, enjoy the exquisite hilly Provençal countryside and its charming villages with their narrow stepped streets, lovely churches and stunning scenic views. Visit a local winery or take a drive along the rugged coast and revel in the wonderful views of the beaches, the landscape, the islands and the magnificent forested ridges of the Massif des Maures.

Head out of town and discover the five stunning, colorful towns clinging to the cliffs along the coast. Hike along the trail connecting them or take a boat tour and see them from the water as ancient seafarers did. Go ashore and explore a picturesque town and its castle. Or visit intriguing Portovenere, another colorful town rising above one end of La Spezia’s harbor with breathtaking views and the lovely Church of San Pietro.

Stroll through the narrow streets of Napoleon’s birthplace, visit the bustling, colorful market, browse in the shops and see the cathedral where he was baptized. Relax in shady Place Foch beside a bubbling fountain and Napoleon’s statue. Or discover the stunning, rugged Corsican countryside and its famous aromatic maquis shrubs and oak trees. Admire the superb views and the impressive Prunelli Gorges.

Savor this delightful old city spread over seven hills and its many attractions reflecting the influence of its numerous rulers. Climb to the citadel and visit the fabulous archaeological museum, Roman ruins and Pisan towers, early Byzantine churches, the cathedral or the botanic gardens. Enjoy the nearby beach or discover the remains of Sardinia’s ancient, enigmatic Nuraghic culture and their stone towers built in scenic locations all over Sardinia.

Deze prachtige oude stad aan de westkust van Sicilië heeft eeuwenlang een belangrijke rol gespeeld in de mediterrane geschiedenis. De oude Senaat van Tour Trapani en prachtige kerken uit de 14e en 15e eeuw; verken het prachtige middeleeuwse heuvelstadje Erice; en mediteer op het leven van de Ouden terwijl je ronddwaalt tussen de ruïnes van Selinunte, met zijn indrukwekkende verzameling tempels die dateren uit de 5e eeuw voor Christus. Voorbeeld kustexcursies: Erice & Trapani; Segesta; Trapani Private Touring.

Discover the myriad of cultural layers of Malta, from its amazing prehistoric temples at Tarxien to beautiful walled medieval Mdina, nearby Rabat, and Marsaxlokk, a colorful fishing village. Admire the stunning scenery and wander through imposing churches and down the streets of fortified towns where the Knights of St. John once held sway.

Visit beautiful Taormina and marvel at its famous Greek theater and the stunning view of Mount Etna. Explore lovely medieval Messina with its historic churches and the cathedral where it is rumored Richard the Lionheart worshipped in 1190. Or discover ancient Tyndaris, founded in 396 B.C., with its fine mosaics, Roman baths and impressive theater overlooking the sea.

Beautiful Capri, with its stunning panoramas, villages, charming piazzas and the Villa San Michele, makes a nice diversion. Visit the ruins at Pompeii, take a cooking lesson in Sorrento or travel to the frenetic city of Naples and learn to make pizzas as the Neapolitans do.

Porto Santo Island is een bruisend haveneiland gelegen in de Atlantische Oceaan ten zuidwesten van het vasteland van Portugal. Met een bevolking van ongeveer 270.000 is het het meest noordelijke en meest oostelijke eiland van de eilandengroep en archipel van Madeira. Hoewel cruiseschepen op zee voor anker moeten gaan in plaats van aan te meren, zijn er altijd kleinere boten beschikbaar om de vele opgewonden passagiers aan wal te brengen. De twee belangrijkste gebieden op het eiland zijn het noordoosten, dat wordt gekenmerkt door zijn bergen, kliffen en rotsachtige richels en een goede plek is om te wandelen; en het zuidwesten aan de kust, met een prachtig zandstrand dat zich kilometers lang uitstrekt. De belangrijkste stad, Vila Baleira, fungeert als een centrale toeristische trekpleister met behoud van het gevoel van een kleine stad. Naast hotels, winkels, restaurants en bars zijn er lokale scholen, sportscholen, kerken en hulpdiensten. Het beroemde golfcomplex van het eiland heeft een golfbaan, tennisbanen, minigolf en stallen voor paardrijden en lessen.

Travel to Rome and revel in the magnificent monuments, from the ancient Roman Forum and Coliseum to the splendor of St. Peter’s Basilica with Michelangelo’s Pietà and his breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Or enjoy a drive through the lush farmlands of the Roman countryside to lovely medieval Castelgandolfo.