Itinerary

Spread over seven hills with São Jorge Castle views, bustling Lisbon is one of the world's oldest cities. Elegant Baixa, hilltop Alfama with its yellow tram, and scenic Graça overviewing pastel buildings, are top areas. The Jerónimos Monastery in Belém is a World Heritage Gothic site. The classic Portuguese pastel de nata custard tarts are a local treat. Europe’s longest suspension bridge, the Ponte 25 de Abril, crosses the river Tagus.

The Algarve’s second-most populous city of Portimao is best known for its historic quarter and dates back to the time of the Phoenicians. With the aroma of freshly cooked sardines drifting through the streets, Portimao is a wonderful spot for downtime. The city's Museum de Portico is housed in a 19th century cannery. Further into town, Praia da Rocha is one of the Algarve’s most beautiful beaches.

Alvor Board Walk

Optional

03 h 15 m

Take photos of the traditional white-washed houses and cobbled streets
Learn the history of the protected marshlands of Ria de Alvor Nature Reserve
Discover Praia do Alvor, one of the largest sandy beaches of the Algarve

Sagres & Lagos

Included

04 h 45 m

Take photos at Ponta da Piedade of the beautiful sweeping bay views
Get close to nature with Sagres’ frothing ocean and sea-carved cliffs
Visit Cape of St. Vincent and discover a combination of nature, culture and myth

Discover the Algarvian Coast By Rib Boat

Optional

02 h 30 m

Enjoy speeding along on a small rib boat
Marvel at the stunning Benagil sea cave
Take a refeshing dip in the ocean at the end of your trip

Birdwatching at “Abicada”

Optional

04 h 00 m

Look out for local trees, such as carob, fig and almond
Admire the natural beauty of Mexilhoeira Grande
Spot woodchat shrikes, red-legged partridges, spoonbills and black-winged stilts

A city renowned for passion, culture and flamenco, Seville’s intoxicating atmosphere will infuse even the weariest traveller with a celebratory spirit. The capital of Andalusia is revered for the grandeur of its monuments as well as for exquisite tapas dishes. The magnificent Catedral de Sevilla lords over the historic centre a short distance from the Alcázar (palace), a royal complex of rooms and gardens hidden behind modest terracotta walls.

Exclusive Alcazar

Included

02 h 30 m

Learn about this jewel in the crown of Spanish cultural treasures on an exclusive tour
Explore one of the best preserved examples of Moorish architecture in Spain
Stroll through the beautiful Alcazar gardens

Seville and Casa Pilatos

Optional

04 h 30 m

Discover the main sites of the Old Quarter of Seville.
Visit the magnificent Cathedral, known as the Cathedral of St. Mary of the See, the largest Gothic cathedral in the world and the third Christian temple.
Visit Casa de Pilatos, an Andalusian palace incorporating both Italian Renaissance and Spanish mudejar architectural styles.

The Amazing Roman Village of Italica

Optional

04 h 30 m

Find out how Italica became one of the most advances cities of the Roman Empire
Delve into the history of the historic monastery
Experience San Isidoro del Campo’s range of different architectural styles, including Mudéjar, baroque and gothic

The River Majaceite Walk

Optional

07 h 20 m

Surround yourself with nature on an accessible, fun hike
Try a variety of tapas and drinks at an old fashioned restaurant
Relax in a magnificent woodland setting

Tangier, Morocco's northern port city, has been a gateway to Africa for centuries. Founded by the Phoenicians 3,000 years ago, Tangier's long, complex history is reflected in its labyrinthine Medina, 15th-century Portuguese fortress and Kasbah Museum of Mediterranean Cultures with its mosaic of Venus. Today, Tangier is a contemporary Moroccan city with a buzzing café culture and modern port.

Explore Tangier

Included

04 h 30 m

Visit the American Legation Museum, tracing the history of the relationship between the United States and Morocco
Walk trough the Kasbah whihc was the traditional residence of the sultan and his harem and is now one of the most fashionable residential areas of Tangie
Pay a visit at Saint Andrew’s Church, one of the more charming oddities of Tangier. Completed in 1890 on land granted by Sultan Hassan

Cooking Experience At Blue Door

Optional

05 h 00 m

Walk trough the Old town passing by the spice shops, get familiarized with the smells and odors
We will learn the secrets to preparing a variety of Moroccan specialties during this memorable cooking class
Walk in the Grand Socco, home to a cavalcade of color, charm, street musicians, a fish market, scenic handicrafts, and spices

Unesco Heritage, Tetouan

Optional

05 h 00 m

Visit the esplanade of the Royal Palace a 17th Century building which reflects the Hispano -Moresque architecture of that era
Walk through Mellah to Medina, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Stop at Tetouan’s famous school and a museum of Moroccan handicrafts.

Sea days are rarely dull. Take the time to sit back and let the world go by. The ship’s observation decks provide stunning views of the passing ocean. A day at sea gives you the opportunity to mingle with other passengers and share your experiences of this incredible trip or head to our library which is stocked full of reference books. Get an expert’s view in one of our on-board lectures or perhaps perfect your photography skills with invaluable advice from our onboard professional photographers.

Founded in the 4th century, Algeria's capital, Algiers' UNESCO-listed Kasbah medina features winding streets, whitewashed buildings, Ottoman palaces and a ruined citadel. Other landmarks include the Great Mosque with a 14th-century minaret, the neo-Moorish Grande Poste and seafront fishermen's houses. Nearby, Tipaza, a former Carthaginian and Roman trading hub, is an archaeological site with a semi-circular theatre framed by the Med.

Inspirational Tipasa & the mysterious Royal Mausoleum

Optional

06 h 00 m

Stop by the must-see Royal Mausoleum of Mauritania, with its stepped truncated roof covering, while your guide unveils its many secrets
Visit this city considered to be the most significant to the study of the contacts made between indigenous civilizations and the different waves of colonization from the 6th century B.C. to the 6th century A.D.
Be introduced to the city’s Roman period in 3rd to the 4th centuries marked by the religious buildings decorated with mosaics and geometric patterns illustrating scenes from daily life

Landmarks & Gardens

Optional

03 h 00 m

Enjoy exploring one of the best botanical gardens in the world
Visit the park’s jungle area, used to film scenes in the 1932 movie, Tarzan
Marvel at the Roman Catholic church’s impressive stained glass windows

Alger la Blanche & the UNESCO Casbah

Included

03 h 45 m

Get acquainted with the Berber, Arabic and French heritage that live on through the city’s preserved monuments
Drive through the city centre to see La Grande Poste, built by the French in 1920
Finish your tour at Martyrs’ Square where you can see three Mosques including the recently restored Ketchaoua Mosque

A busy market town in Algeria's Kabylie region, Béjaïa has one of the largest Berber-speaking populations. A vast statue commemorates the Algerian War of Independence. The city's tumultuous history is outlined in the Béjaïa Museum, while relics of the past, including ancient caves, dot the outskirts of the city. Nearby Gouraya National Park hosts a colony of endangered Barbary macaques.

Bejaia Vistas

Included

03 h 00 m

Take in the astonishing views from the impressive Pic des Singes (Monkey Peak), one of the many wonders of Gouraya Park
Walk through a 65-ft tunnel dug into the mountainside to see the lighthouse, perched on a rocky outcrop 820 ft above sea level, and witness the breathtaking panoramas that surround you
Drive past Spanish points of interest including the Spanish-era military complex of Fort Abdelkader and Sarazzin Gate, a carefully preserved stone arch

Roman Ruins of Djemila

Optional

10 h 30 m

Visit this exceptional testimony to a past civilization and one of the world’s most beautiful UNESCO-inscribed Roman ruins
Spend time in the Djemila Museum for the incredible sight of 18,300 sq ft of extraordinary mosaics extracted from the ruins covering the museum walls and floors
See the imposing Arch of Caracalla, the forum, senate, theatre, basilica and temples set amid the mountains

Bejaia walk and Couscous Demonstration

Optional

02 h 30 m

Visit to the main square of the city known as Place Gueydon, which offers a panoramic view of the port
Listen to the story of Leonardo Fibonacci who studied in Bejaia
Have a couscous demonstration given by a Berber chef, taste some sorts of Algerian authentic Couscous whilst enjoying panoramic views

The Algerian port city of Annaba, known as Bône during the French occupation, has a rich 3,000-year history. French influence is evident, from Parisian-style nightlife on the Cours de la Revolution to the Basilica of Augustine, reminiscent of Paris’ Sacre Coeur. Nearby, the sprawling ruins of the ancient city of Hippo Regius feature Roman baths and villas. The Commonwealth War Cemetery honours WWII soldiers and airmen who served in the region.

Roman Ruins Of Hippo Regius

Included

03 h 00 m

Once a thriving Tyrian colony on the west coast of the bay that shares its name, Hippo Regius has a rich history dating back to the Phoenicians in the 12th century B.C.
Visit the Baths, the Theatre, the Christian quarters with its large Basilica and the wealthy quarter located at what used to be the water's edge, now covered with alluvial deposits
Drive along the coast to to Cap de Garde, commonly known as "Ras El Hamra", a lighthouse located in the north-west of the port of Annaba and built 1850

Bridges to Cultures - With Lunch on Board

Included

07 h 00 m

Discover Annaba, which was known as Hippo Regius during Roman times and was also the centre of early Christianity
Visit the Basilica of St. Augustine, perched on a hill overlooking Annaba, which still holds a relic of Bishop St. Augustines wrist bone
Take a photo stop near the Saleh Bey Mosque before a guided walk through the city centre known as “le Cours de la Révolution”

Guelma, Frozen Waterfalls and the Roman Theatre

Optional

06 h 20 m

Witness the stunning frozen waterfalls and hot springs at Hammam Debagh
Visit the most famous archaeological heritage in the region: the Roman theatre of Antic Calam
Stop at the imposing Basilica of Saint Augustine perched on a hill overlooking Annaba

La Goulette port is the gateway to Tunisia's capital, Tunis, said to date to the 2nd millennium BC. Tunis shows its layered history in Parisian style café culture and Medina's traditional ways. Nearby ancient Carthage, a powerful rival to Rome, was the richest Phoenician city before Rome re-established it as a colony. Dating back to 900 BC, this fascinating UNESCO-listed Carthage Archaeological Park preserves Roman ruins, baths and artefacts.

Carthage & Sidi Bou Said

Included

04 h 00 m

Learn the story of how Carthage was destroyed by the Romans in 146 B.C. and founded again by Julius Caesar, eventually becoming the Empire’s second largest city outside Rome
Marvel at the imposing Baths of Antonius Pius, a testament to the engineering prowess of the ancient Romans, as well as the amphitheatre, the Punic ports and the Carthage Museum
Your scenic walk through the village of Sidi Bou Said will take you past colourful arched doorways that open onto small courtyards filled with gorgeous arrangements of geraniums and bougainvillea

Gems of Berber Cuisine

Optional

06 h 00 m

This hands-on experience will introduce you to the cooking techniques and local ingredients that make Tunisian cuisine so unique, a blend of Mediterranean, Arab, and Berber influences,
This immersive cooking class will not only provide valuable culinary skills but will be also an introduction to the rich culture of Tunisia
Learn how to make a traditional harissa and the famous couscous that you will enjoy at the end of the workshop

Upgraded - Best of Tunis - Best of Tunis

Optional

07 h 15 m

Visit the Medina of Tunis, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
Explore the Bardo National Museum home to a vast collection of artifacts from various civilizations
Admire the incredible archaeological ruins in Carthage

Rugged volcanic cliffs overlook sapphire seas on Pantelleria, an Italian isle between Sicily and Tunisia. The volcanic heritage is evident in its striking landscapes, encompassing black sand beaches, lava fields and thermal springs. Vineyards and olive groves form terraced patterns around Lake Venere, famous for its geothermal hot springs and mud baths. Fragrances of capers and wild fennel drift on the sea breeze, adding to the island's charm.

A feast for the senses, Sicily’s capital is an intoxicating and chaotic melting pot offering up centuries of history and a street food bonanza. Three bustling markets Capo, Bollaro and Vucciria await those ready to embrace Palermo for all that it offers. Narrow side streets lead to hidden palaces and churches along Via Maqueda. The Palazzo dei Normanni, once the seat of Sicilian kings during Norman rule, showcases the city’s past opulence.

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Oceanview D4

20 m²

Oceanview Staterooms measure 20m²(215ft²) and can accommodate two guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, a bedroom with living room area, and a luxurious bathroom.

Oceanview M4

20 m²

Oceanview Staterooms measure 20m² (215ft²) and can accommodate two guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, a bedroom with living room area, and a luxurious bathroom.

Balcony D5

25 m²

Balcony Staterooms measure 25m² (269ft²) – including a 5m² (54ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two or three guests. They feature two single beds or a double bed, bedroom with living room area, and a luxurious bathroom.

Balcony M5

25 m²

Balcony D6

25 m²

Junior Suite

32 m²

Junior Suites measure 32-36m² (344-388ft²) – including a 6m² (65ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two guests. They feature a king size bed, have a separate living room area, and luxurious en-suite bathroom.

Suite

41 m²

Suites measure 41m² (441ft²) – including a 5m² (54ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two or three guests. They feature a king size bed, and have a separate living room, with a flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom with separate bath tub and a walk-in shower.

Premium Suite

41 m²

Premium Suites measure 41m² (441ft²) – including 8m² (86ft²) private balcony – and can accommodate two guests. They feature a king size bed, separate living room, and flame-effect fireplace. There’s also a luxurious ensuite bathroom – with separate bath tub and shower – and a walk-in wardrobe.