Cruise met Sirena vanuit Monte Carlo – 10 nachten

Drive along the famous Grand Corniche with its stunning views of Monaco and the Old City; then stroll through this marvelous quarter and its pink Grimaldi Palace. And don’t forget the Casino. Explore the wonderful old villages along the Côte d’Azur from Nice to medieval Eze or Cannes, Grasse and lovely St. Paul de Vence – each one a jewel to be savored.

Stroll through picturesque Portofino and Santa Margherita. Be awed by the stunning scenery as you explore the beautiful coastal resorts of Ravello, Sestri Levante or San Fruttuoso by local boat and on foot.

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.

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.

“Napels in Italië bezit een magnifiek natuurlijk decor, waarbij de stad oprijst vanuit de brede bocht van zijn baai met de dreigende vulkaan Vesuvius en de diepblauwe zee als achtergrond. Het is de op twee na grootste stad in Italië na Rome en Milaan, en misschien wel de meest kleurrijke en verleidelijke van hen allemaal: Pracht en ellende leven in Napels in de 21e eeuw vlak naast elkaar, en deze mix is bedwelmend.

Napels heeft voor elk wat wils met zijn museums en bezienswaardigheden van wereldklasse, voortreffelijke restaurants, exclusieve winkels, een bloeiende hedendaagse kunstscene en bruisend straatleven. Maar als u eenmaal genoeg hebt van het dreunende verkeer en de drukke mensenmassa’s tijdens uw sightseeing in Napels, dan zijn er talloze mogelijkheden om buiten de stad op verkenning te gaan. De beroemde Romeinse ruïnes van Pompeï en Herculaneum, beide getroffen door de verwoestende uitbraak van de Vesuvius in 79 AD, liggen net ten zuiden van de stad. De verrukkelijke stad Sorrento en het magnifieke landschap van de Amalfikust zijn gemakkelijk te bereiken, en de dolce vita glamour van Capri, en vergeet vooral het heilzame bronwater van Ischia niet, zijn een korte rit met een draagvleugelboot van het vasteland verwijderd. Napels en zijn omgeving bieden een perfecte mix van culturele en natuurlijke bezienswaardigheden.”

Wander through the lovely town of Olbia and visit its 11th century cathedral with Roman artifacts and Punic burials. Or drive into the stunningly beautiful countryside of the Costa Smeralda with its towering cliffs, quiet grottoes and exquisite sandy beaches beside emerald green waters. Explore the enigmatic remnants of the ancient Nuraghic culture.

With its youthful spirit and natural beauty, the Balearic island of Ibiza (or “Eivissa,” as it’s known locally) appeals to those who love the outdoors. The beach-blessed coastline is majestically rugged, and the hills are covered with olive and fig trees. The capital of Ciudad de Ibiza offers a multitude of diversions, especially in the historic Dalt Vila district. Visit its 16th century Castle of Ibiza and the churches and Museum of Contemporary Art inside the fortified walls. With its cobblestone streets, Ibiza is a scenic city to walk. Two of the most popular beaches are Talamanca and Ses Figueretes.

Lying on Spain’s radiant Costa Blanca, Alicante exudes a rare beauty. Lovely Baroque buildings cluster around the historic central district. Marble plazas grace its broad waterfront boulevard, the illustrious Explanada de España. Pristine beaches like San Juan hug the shoreline. It’s no surprise that Alicante is popular year-round. Venture to the grand Castle of Santa Barbara overlooking the city and walk from its high towers down into the dungeon. Stop for a glass of refreshing sangria in the Old Quarter. Behold the masterpieces hanging in the Gravina Museum of Fine Arts, a former 18th century palace.

The City of Arts and Sciences is an impressive collection of attractions, including an opera house and performing arts center, IMAX cinema, planetarium, science museum and oceanographic park. Visit the Gothic city of Requena, featuring perfectly preserved 100-year-old wine cellars. In Lladró’s City of Porcelain museum, explore the production facilities, or nearby visit the National Ceramics Museum, located in the former palace of nobility.

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.