Barcelona & The Mediterranean – 11 Days
CULTURAL LUXURY
The Magic of the Mediterranean Sea during 11 days
- Upon arrival to Barcelona, private transfer to your Hotel.
- Private guided tour to La Boqueria, the largest and most famous food market of Europe as you walk to the famous Las Ramblas.
- Continue with the private walking tour along the old streets of Barcelona, including the Gothic quarter and The Cathedral La Seu.
- Private driver and guided transfer to the world famous La Sagrada Familia
- Tour of Gaudi’s Park Guell. The park contains amazing stone structures, stunning tiling and fascinating buildings.
- Visit Picasso Museum with your guide. Pablo Picasso, one of the most famous artists of the 20th Century, spent a few years of his youth in Barcelona.
- Guided visits to Arc de Triomf, Parc de la Ciutadella, and the Waterfront.
- Enjoy Flamenco dinner and show performance included at Flamenco Palace in Barcelona.
- Tickets to Casa Mila, Gaudi’s must see apartment building. The Casa Milà is one of Antoni Gaudí’s last buildings, before he completely dedicated himself to the Sagrada Familia. Across the street is his other masterpiece – Casa Batlo.
- Private transfer to the cruise pier. You will board the Beautiful Cruise Ship Norwegian Epic for your travel across the Mediterranean sea.
- Once arrived to Naples-Italy, your private driver/guide will take you to Pompeii. Pompeii is one of the most significant proofs of Roman civilization and provides outstanding information on the art, customs, trades and everyday life of the past. it was unexpectedly buried in the thick layer of ash and lava which poured down from the devastating eruption of Vesuvius.
- Visit to Ravello & Amalfi. The Amalfi Coast is one of Italy’s most scenic stretches of coastline and one of the top places to visit in southern Italy. Ravello is a resort town set 365 meters above the Tyrrhenian Sea by Italy’s Amalfi Coast, is home to iconic Cliffside gardens.
- Visit Positano, a Cliffside village on southern Italy’s Amalfi Coast. It’s a well-known holiday destination with a pebble beachfront and steep, narrow streets lined with boutiques and cafes. Its Chiesa di Santa Maria Assunta features a majolica-tiled dome and a 13th-century Byzantine icon of the Virgin Mary.
- Visit Sorrento, a coastal town in southwestern Italy, facing the Bay of Naples on the Sorrentine Peninsula. Perched atop cliffs that separate the town from its busy marinas, it’s known for sweeping water views and Piazza Tasso, a cafe-lined square.
- Private tour to Rome. This visit starts with The Arch of Constantine I, erected in c. 315 CE, stands in Rome and commemorates Roman Emperor Constantine’s victory over the Roman tyrant Maxentius on 28th October 312 CE at the battle of Milvian Bridge in Rome.
- Continue walking to see The Roman Forum where in the old days people came to do business here and buy and sell items. Today the ruins are remarkable to see and understand the history. Next stop will be the Roman Coliseum.
- Visit to The Basilica of Saint Clement (Italian: Basilica di San Clemente al Laterano), a Roman Catholic minor basilica dedicated to Pope Clement I located in Rome, Italy.
- After the ship arrives to Livorno, your private driver/guide will take you to Cinque Terra which translates to 5 villages.
- Next stop of Ship Cruise will be Monaco, your driver guide will set out on a beautiful drive along the coastline of the French Riviera to the famous playground – Monaco.
- One hour free time inside of one of the four casinos in Monte Carlo.
- Visit to Eze, perched high on a hill above the French Riviera in south-east Provence from where it has lovely views along the coast and out across the Mediterranean.
- Continue your private tour to Nice with a photo stop at Mt. Alban and a panoramic with photo stop of your visit to Nice.
- Panoramic Tour of Cannes and the guide will discuss this remarkable famous city as he gives you the history and details of this town.
- After the Cruise Ship arrives to Palma de Majorca, your private guide will tour with you through the beautiful village of Valldemossa.
- Private walking tour of Palma.
Day 1 Thu. USA / Barcelona
International flight to Barcelona, Spain
Day 2 Fri. Barcelona
Private tour of Barcelona, including La Boqueria and Las Ramblas. Visit The Cathedral La Seu.
Overnight: The Majestic Hotel. (King Executive Room)
Day 3. Sat. Barcelona
Continue your private tour on Barcelona. This time you will visit La Sagrada Familia, Park Guell, Picasso Museum, The Arc de Triomf, Parc de la Ciutadella, and the Waterfront. During the evening Flamenco dinner and show performance included at Flamenco Palace in Barcelona.
Overnight: The Majestic Hotel Barcelona. (King Executive Room)
Day 4. Sun. Barcelona
Your guide has given you two prepaid Museum entrance tickets to Casa Mila, Gaudi’s must see apartment building. The Casa Milà is one of Antoni Gaudí’s last buildings, before he completely dedicated himself to the Sagrada Familia. Across the street is his other masterpiece – Casa Batlo. Your hotel is 3 minutes from both museums. During afternoon you will be transferred to the Norwegian Epic Cruise ship.
Overnight: Norwegian Epic. (Stateroom 17004 | BLD)
Day 5. Mon. At Sea.
On board, cruising to Naples. Enjoy all activities aboard of this magnificent cruise ship.
Overnight: Norwegian Epic. (BLD)
Day 6. Tue. Naples
Full day private excursion visiting Pompeii, one of the most significant proofs of Roman civilization and, like an open book, provides outstanding information on the art, customs, trades and everyday life of the past. Proceed to Ravello, a resort town set 365 meters above the Tyrrhenian Sea by Italy’s Amalfi Coast, is home to iconic Cliffside gardens. Next stop will be Amalfi, a town in a dramatic natural setting below steep cliffs on Italy’s southwest coast. Between the 9th and 11th centuries, it was the seat of a powerful maritime republic. Next stage will be Positano, a Cliffside village on southern Italy’s Amalfi Coast. It’s a well-known holiday destination with a pebble beachfront and steep, narrow streets lined with boutiques and cafes. Finishing in Sorrento, a coastal town in southwestern Italy, facing the Bay of Naples on the Sorrentine Peninsula. Perched atop cliffs that separate the town from its busy marinas, it’s known for sweeping water views and Piazza Tasso, a cafe-lined square.
Overnight: Norwegian Epic. (BLD)
Day 7. Wed. Civitacecchia / Rome
Endless adventures await in Rome. With two and a half thousand years of history, art and culture, it is no wonder Rome is one of the most visited cities on the planet. Starting with The Arch of Constantine I, erected in c. 315 CE, stands in Rome and commemorates Roman Emperor Constantine’s victory over the Roman tyrant Maxentius on 28th October 312 CE at the battle of Milvian Bridge in Rome. Next stop will be The Coliseum, also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is an oval amphitheater in the center of the city of Rome, Italy. Built of concrete and sand, it is the largest amphitheater ever built. Proceed to The Basilica of Saint Clement (Italian: Basilica di San Clemente al Laterano). Next visit will be Terrazza delle Quadrighe ,and finally Piazza Navona, With its showy fountains, baroque palazzi (mansions) and colorful cast of street artists, hawkers and tourists.
Overnight: Norwegian Epic. (BLD)
Day 8. Thu. Livorno.
Your guide will have Cinque Terre Train cards for the day and a ferry boat ticket as well. The train ride from La Spezia to Monterosso is about 22 minutes. This village, known for its lemon trees and anchovies, is quite delightful. Split in two, its new and old halves are linked by an underground tunnel burrowed beneath the blustery San Cristoforo promontory. Then, Proceed to CORNIGLIA, a ‘quiet’ middle village that sits atop a 100m-high rocky promontory surrounded by vineyards. It is the only Cinque Terre settlement with no direct sea access, although steep steps lead down to a rocky cove. The rest of the afternoon will be to visit Manarola, Riomaggiore and La Spezia.
Overnight: Norwegian Epic. (BLD)
Day 9. Fri. Cannes/France.
From Cannes we head to Monaco which is the furthest of the places along the French Riviera that we will visit today. Once in Monaco you will have a 90 minutes private panoramic tour. Your private driver guide will escort you through the town of Monaco and show you the highlights of this little town and stop where appropriate for photographs. Also you will have one hour of free time to visit one of the four casinos in the city. Your driver guide waiting for you will now drive up the mountains to the little town above Monaco and Nice called EZE, perched high on a hill above the French Riviera in south-east Provence from where it has lovely views along the coast and out across the Mediterranean. Continue your private tour as we now head to Nice with a photo stop at Mt. Alban and a panoramic with photo stop of your visit to Nice. We will finish the day with a panoramic tour of Cannes.
Overnight: Norwegian Epic. (BLD)
Day 10. Sat. Palma/Majorca
Private tour of the beautiful Village Valldemossa, there you will visit The Paseo Maritimo, the Cathedral and the Almudaina Palace. Drive back to the Town of Palma. We will Visit Chopin’s monastery and then you will have a spare time to drink a coffee. Before finishing our tour, enjoy a panoramic view of Palma.
Overnight: Norwegian Epic. (BLD)
Day 11. Sun. Barcelona.
Disembark the ship at 8:00am where your private driver is waiting. The drive back to the airport is one hour where you will reach by 9:00am.
PLEASE REQUEST A QUOTATION.
- Accommodation in Hotels as stipulated in the Itinerary.
- Tours transportation included as stipulated in the itinerary.
- Services of an English speaking guide, park entrance fees and point of interest as indicated in the itinerary.
- All Government taxes and levies.
- All meet and greet services.
- 24 hours stand-by contact number.
- Meals as indicated in the itinerary. (B = Breakfast / L = Lunch / D = Dinner)
- Train transfer between different cities as schedule in itinerary.
- Transfer to/from Hotel and accommodation.
- All items of personal nature e.g. telephone call bills, fax/email bills etc.
- Gratuities and Tips to Hotels/Lodges/Camps staff and Driver/Guide(s).
- Alcoholic and nonalcoholic drinks.
- Any local or international flight/s and departure taxes and other taxes.
- Laundry services.
- Flights – National or International – (Local flights – Subject to your program)
- Concession fees (In case of any new fees introduce by parks and/or atractions without our knowledge).
- Any other item(s) not included in our itinerary.
- Visa fees and visa processing (Information available at time of reservation).
- Travel Insurance – We highly recommended you to have your personal travel insurance.
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