Organizer:	Explora Journeys
Cruise line:	Explora Journeys
Destination:	Western Mediterranean
Departure port:	Barcelona (Spain)
Arrival port:	Civitavecchia / Rome (Italy)
Dates:	March 2026

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Day	Travel station	Arrival	Departure
1.	Barcelona (Spain) Departure: 20:00 Excursion tips (6)		20:00
	The town is a harmonious mixture of the traditional and the modern and you will find both historic buildings dating from medieval times and ultra-modern architecture. Barcelona is the most important economic centre in Catalonia. This Mediterranean metropolis also has lots to offer in cultural terms, including, among other things, the Picasso Museum, the Museum of Modern Art and the National Gallery of Catalonia. The cathedreal "La Seu", which dates from the 13th century, is situated in the gothic old town "Barri Gotic". But Barcelona's landmark is the "Sagrada Familia", the church designed by Antoni Gaudi. Barcelona is busy by day and lively by night. One of the other main attractions is "Las Ramblas", the splendid promenade in the city centre with countless pavement cafes, shops, restaurants, bars and discos. Other must-sees include "El Puerto", the harbour with a wonderful view of Barcelona, and the nearby boulevard "Paseo de Colón".
2.	Marseille (France) Arrival: 09:00 Departure: 19:00 Excursion tips (4)	09:00	19:00
	Marseille is considered to be the largest and oldest port on the French Mediterranean coast and a glamorous metropolis. The city was founded in a picturesque bay in the 6th century B.C. by the Greek colonists. Initially it thrived from trading and quickly developed into an important port. Marseille is a welcoming cosmopolitan tourist town with a wide variety of shopping, entertainment and recreational facilities. Sights include: St. Victor's basilica, the old harbour, the poor house "la Ville Charité", the cathedral of la Major, the town hall, the historical museum, the Roman Docks Museum, the Archaeological Museum, Longchamp Museum, Grobet-Labadié Museum, Cantini Museum.
3.	Ajaccio (Corsica, France) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 18:00 Excursion tips (4)	08:00	18:00
	The capital of the French island of Corsica and the "Département Corse-du-Sud" is surrounded by beautiful mountainous countryside, valleys and little villages that make it the perfect place for walks and daytrips. But this city, which has a population of 59,300, is not only a popular winter resort, but also the birthplace of Napoleon I., who was born on August 15th 1769 in a house in the Rue Saint Charles. Today, many streets, statues and monuments commemorate the city's most famous son. The town hall also has some impressive exhibits relating to the coronation of the former emperor. Sights include: the Saint-Erasme church where Napolean was christened in 1539 , also dedicated to the patron of seafarers and decorated with model ships. The Fesch Museum has a collection of works by Boticelli, Bellini und Titian -donated by Cardinal Fesch, Napoleon's uncle. Sporting activities in Ajaccio focus mainly on water sports: all year round, visitors can enjoy diving trips, jet-ski, sailing, fun-boards and angling.
4.	Livorno / Florence/Pisa (Italy) Arrival: 08:00 Departure: 20:00	08:00	20:00
	Livorno is around 20 km from Pisa. With a population of 180,000 it is the second-largest town in Tuscany. Via the "Fossi Medici" (italian meaning Medici moat), the canals of "new Venice" that connect the fort with the harbour, you come to the "Piazza Grande" with the San Francesco cathedral. Along the "Viale Italia" you can take a walk all the way to the Terrazza Mascagni, from where you can enjoy a wonderful view of the sea and the island of Gorgona which lies directly opposite. The seafront is also where you can find the municipal aquarium "Diacinto Cestoni", which is also the university's centre for marine biology.
5.	Civitavecchia / Rome (Italy) Arrival: 08:00 Excursion tips (3)	08:00
	The Italian capital of Rome is also often called "the eternal city", as this buzzing metropolis still has many precious treasures from ancient times, which are known around the world. The most impressive sights include the "Thermae of Caracalla", the emperor's forum, the Colosseum, the Piazza Navona, the Fountain of Neptune and of course St. Peter's Basilica, with the dome designed by Michelangelo.

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Included

Cruise from Barcelona (Spain) / to Civitavecchia / Rome (Italy)
All harbour charges and taxes
Participation in board events and use of most of the ship facilities
Fine wines and premium spirits, specialty coffees, teas and soft drinks are always available, including in-suite minibars
Welcome champagne in the cabin
Tips on board
All meals (in some speciality restaurants surcharges are possible)
24-hour cabin service
Free use of the shuttle buses between the ship and the city center (if available)
Access to the wellness area
Unlimited Highspeed Wi-Fi

Not included

Personal expenses on board
Additional services, such as, e.g. hairdressers, massages, etc.
Shore excursions, coach tours, walking tours
Travel insurance

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