Witness wonders from East to West
Explore coastal gems and take in magnificent sights on this epic voyage that combines Iconic Western Mediterranean, Italian Sojourn, Venice, the Adriatic & Greece and Ancient Mediterranean Treasures. Embark your ship in vibrant Barcelona, then visit bustling ports and humble hamlets as you trace majestic Mediterranean shores en route to ancient Istanbul. Overnights in Barcelona, Florence/Pisa, Venice, Athens and Istanbul allow for rich cultural immersion.
Itinerary
Barcelona to Istanbul OR Istanbul to Barcelona
29 Days | 23 Guided Tours | 8 Countries
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Barcelona, Spain | Adorned with Gaudí’s surreal architecture, Barcelona is alive with color and whimsy. | ||
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Barcelona, Spain | Stroll Las Ramblas, admire Gaudí’s architecture, see the Arc de Triomf and sample tapas. | ||
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Montpellier (Sète), France | Scenic Montpellier, built on two hills along the Lez River, brims with historic treasures. | ||
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Marseille, France | Absorb the pleasures of Marseille’s historic treasures; see the scenic Old Port and 17th-century fortresses. | ||
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Monte Carlo, Monaco | Discover Monaco’s medieval quarter and Prince’s Palace or visit the Casino de Monte-Carlo. | ||
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Florence/Pisa, Italy | Tuscany’s rolling hills lead to Florence, a living museum of Renaissance treasures. | ||
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Florence/Pisa, Italy | Florence brims with architectural brilliance and fine art such as Michelangelo’s David. | ||
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Rome, Italy | More than 2,500 years of history live in the storied streets of Rome. | ||
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Naples, Italy | Uncover Naples’s history and culture or venture to Pompeii, Sorrento or the Amalfi Coast. | ||
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Sicily, Italy | Two miles from mainland Italy, Sicilian Messina is a historic cultural crossroads. | ||
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Crotone, Italy | Coastal Crotone is bestowed with pristine beauty and an ancient Greek past. | ||
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Bari, Italy | Bari boasts a sunny, palm-lined promenade and romantic honey-toned houses with balconies. | ||
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Šibenik, Croatia | View the remarkable architecture of Šibenik, Dalmatia’s oldest Croatian city. | ||
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Venice, Italy | Venice is a rich tapestry of graceful piazzas, tranquil canals and artful footbridges. | ||
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Venice, Italy | Spread over 118 small islands, romantic Venice can be explored by gondola. | ||
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Venice, Italy | Venice’s strikingly beautiful Venetian Gothic buildings date to late medieval times. | ||
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Split, Croatia | Explore the city center and Diocletian’s Palace; journey to Trogir or the Krka Waterfalls. | ||
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Dubrovnik, Croatia | Walk the marbled Stradun, pass Sponza Palace and see the 15th-century Onofrio’s Fountain. | ||
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Kotor, Montenegro | Medieval Venetian walls surround charming, red-roofed Kotor’s well-preserved Old Town. | ||
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Corfu, Greece | See Mouse Island and the Vlacherna Monastery; stroll the streets of Old Town, a UNESCO Site. | ||
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Katakolon, Greece | Katakolon is a gateway to legendary Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. | ||
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Athens, Greece | In Athens’s inviting Plaka District, historic buildings house cafés and restaurants. | ||
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Athens, Greece | The legacy of ancient Greece looms large atop Athens’s Acropolis Hill. | ||
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Heraklion, Greece | Heraklion, Crete was once the strongest fortified city in the Eastern Mediterranean. | ||
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Rhodes, Greece | The lush, fertile island of Rhodes is home to Europe’s largest active medieval town. | ||
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Ephesus (Kuşadasi), Turkey | Visit one of the world’s best-preserved cities to discover ancient archaeological sites. | ||
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Troy (Çanakkale), Turkey | Ancient Troy boasts remarkably preserved structures that span Greece and Rome. | ||
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Istanbul, Turkey | Straddling Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus Strait, Istanbul exudes a heady mix of Western and Eastern cultures. | ||
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Istanbul, Turkey | Long a significant center of trade, Istanbul was a major cultural crossroads along the world-famous Silk Route. |
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions Available
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