7 nights. Italy, France, Spain

Day 1

naples/capri, italy

Departure: 19:00

Capri is a stunningly picturesque retreat located 5 km from mainland Italy in the Bay of Naples. It has been a renowned beauty spot and seaside resort since the era of the emperors. It is a highly sought-after destination due to its rural charm, leisurely pace of life, and unforgettable views. Capri is bathed in constant sunshine and proudly upholds its well-earned reputation as a Garden of Eden. Capri town is the primary settlement on the island and can be reached via a funicular railway that operates from the dock in Marina Grande. The town's central square, Piazza Umberto, is a bustling hub that houses a handful of shops, cafes, and restaurants, and is the terminus of the funicular railway. The square is surrounded by the "Torre dell'Orologio", or Clock Tower, and the island's main church, San Stefano. Anacapri, the island's second-largest settlement, is situated a few miles west of Capri town. Anacapri offers visitors numerous art and craft shops, as well as the opportunity to take a chair lift ride to the peak of Mount Solaro.

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Day 2

Civitavecchia (Rome), italy

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:30

Modern and ancient, past and present coexist, constantly. Whether you're in Rome for 3 days, 3 weeks or 3 months, be ready to step into the world's largest open-air museum. Rome will charm you and it will hardly leave you unaffected. It will astonish you, as it has so much to offer to any visitor, and its beauty has merely been slightly obscured by the passage of time. Rome is one of the world's most photogenic cities - not surprising when you consider what's here - The Vatican, the Trevi Fountain, St Peter's Square, Spanish Steps, Colosseum... Whether you spend your time sightseeing, or lounging in cafes watching the world pass by, it will be your turn to star in your very own Roman Holiday. If you can plan to stay for at least a week, you won't run out of things to do and you'll still feel like you're leaving too soon.

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Day 2

Cetacean Sanctuary - Onboard Experience

Arrival: 23:00 - Departure: 23:59

This light show will reveal the secrets of some of the most fascinating sea creatures: whales, dolphins, and humpback whales. An innovative show, from a unique point of view: that of the boat in the open sea. You'll be blown away.

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Day 3

genoa, italy

Arrival: 08:30 - Departure: 17:00

Genoa is a city of contrasts: it is a city of art as well as an industrial city. It has glass skyscrapers and medieval towers, business centers and untouched historical sites. Genoa is one of Italy’s most significant ports that now houses Europe’s largest aquarium and the biggest maritime history museum in the Mediterranean. Wandering through its narrow, winding lanes, known as caruggi, visitors will uncover architectural treasures, some outstanding museums and art galleries. Porta Soprana, the most famous gate in the ancient Genoa city walls, leads to the Piazza de Ferrari, with its Palace of the Doges and the Opera House. Along the Strade Nuove, a breathtaking avenue listed as a World Heritage Site, is where we find the Palazzi dei Rolli, a list of aristocratic homes that serve as a reminder of the city’s imperial past. Genoa is a mysterious and reserved city, it will guide you to fantastic bars, share its cuisine and offer you a taste of culture, but it’ll need to get to know you first.

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Day 4

provence(marseille), france

Arrival: 09:00 - Departure: 18:00

Marseille is the second biggest city in France, the largest port on the Mediterranean, and the economic center of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur region. Marseille is situated in a stunning location, nestled between rugged limestone hills and a vast bay, and is steeped in history, which wasn't always pleasant. Marseille is a favored vacation spot, boasting 300 days of sunshine annually. Today, Marseille still retains remnants of its turbulent past, this ancient city is now very vibrant and appealing. It possesses a potent allure that invites visitors to wander through its old neighborhoods around the Old Port, in the gardens with the ancient ruins or the gardens of Longchamp Palace and, of course, on the esplanade of Notre-Dame-de-la-Garde Cathedral, which offers a panoramic view of the entire city. Marseille is atmospheric and captivating, making it an absolute must-visit.

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Day 5

barcelona, spain

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Barcelona is a coastal city in northeastern Spain. It's the capital and biggest city of the autonomous region of Catalonia, and the second most populated municipality in Spain. The city has a population of 1.6 million within its limits, but its urban area, which extends to many neighboring municipalities within the Province of Barcelona, is home to approximately 4.8 million people. This makes it the fifth most populated urban area in the European Union, following Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid, and Milan. Barcelona is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, situated on the coast between the mouths of the Llobregat and Besòs rivers. It's bordered to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range, the highest peak of which is 512 meters (1,680 feet) tall.

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Balearic Sea - Onboard Experience

Arrival: 23:30 - Departure: 00:30

On the open sea, immersed in the deepest darkness of the Mediterranean, you will see the sky and the stars like nowhere else. Let yourself be guided by an officer to discover the secrets of the universe, you will travel observing the planets and constellations.

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Day 7

cagliari, sardinia, italy

Arrival: 07:30 - Departure: 16:30

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Day 8

naples/capri, italy

Arrival: 06:30 - Departure: 07:30

Capri is a stunningly picturesque retreat located 5 km from mainland Italy in the Bay of Naples. It has been a renowned beauty spot and seaside resort since the era of the emperors. It is a highly sought-after destination due to its rural charm, leisurely pace of life, and unforgettable views. Capri is bathed in constant sunshine and proudly upholds its well-earned reputation as a Garden of Eden. Capri town is the primary settlement on the island and can be reached via a funicular railway that operates from the dock in Marina Grande. The town's central square, Piazza Umberto, is a bustling hub that houses a handful of shops, cafes, and restaurants, and is the terminus of the funicular railway. The square is surrounded by the "Torre dell'Orologio", or Clock Tower, and the island's main church, San Stefano. Anacapri, the island's second-largest settlement, is situated a few miles west of Capri town. Anacapri offers visitors numerous art and craft shops, as well as the opportunity to take a chair lift ride to the peak of Mount Solaro.

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Day 8

naples/capri, italy

Arrival: 09:00

Capri is a stunningly picturesque retreat located 5 km from mainland Italy in the Bay of Naples. It has been a renowned beauty spot and seaside resort since the era of the emperors. It is a highly sought-after destination due to its rural charm, leisurely pace of life, and unforgettable views. Capri is bathed in constant sunshine and proudly upholds its well-earned reputation as a Garden of Eden. Capri town is the primary settlement on the island and can be reached via a funicular railway that operates from the dock in Marina Grande. The town's central square, Piazza Umberto, is a bustling hub that houses a handful of shops, cafes, and restaurants, and is the terminus of the funicular railway. The square is surrounded by the "Torre dell'Orologio", or Clock Tower, and the island's main church, San Stefano. Anacapri, the island's second-largest settlement, is situated a few miles west of Capri town. Anacapri offers visitors numerous art and craft shops, as well as the opportunity to take a chair lift ride to the peak of Mount Solaro.

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