A Tapestry of Past and Present

Celebrate the creative energy of Barcelona, the beauty of Alicante’s Costa Blanca, and the captivating Ibizan coast. Discover the cosmopolitan culture, cuisine, and stories of eras past in Sardinia, Sicily, and Naples, and explore Tunisia’s tiled medina and the blue of Sidi Bou Said – all aboard EXPLORA II, sailing from Barcelona to Rome.

A Journey to Hidden Histories and Ancient Carthage

Spain

Alicante | Day 2

Alicante is a gateway to Costa Blanca’s blissful beaches, jagged mountains and medieval villages. Indulge in turrón, then visit the 1,000-year-old Castel de la Santa Bárbara citadel.

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Cagliari
(Sardinia) | Day 5

Visit a 13th-century hilltop citadel, Poetto Beach and the Devil’s Saddle (Sella del Diavolo), or relax at beachfront eateries where Sardinian seafood is enhanced by chilled Vermentino.

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Tunisia

La Goulette
(Tunis) | Day 6

Wander the ancient medina, admire intricate mosaics and explore French
and Phoenician influence. Discover the charming blue and white town Sidi Bou Said, beloved by artists and poets.

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At Sea

Day 7

Sit back, relax and enjoy your very own home at sea. Where floor-to-ceiling windows lead to a private terrace, bathing your space in sunlight and bringing you closer to the ocean.

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Messina
(Sicily) | Day 8

In Messina, each scene is more breathtaking than the last, from the cathedral to the bell tower, fountains, wineries and Taormina’s epic Mount Etna.

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Naples | Day 9

Naples thrives with Italian culture, from baroque churches to Neoclassical opera houses. Take in panoramic views of the Bay of Naples and visit Pompeii and Herculaneum in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius.

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Civitavecchia
(Rome) | Day 10

The Eternal City is utopia for those who enjoy fashion, art and gastronomy. Explore the Sistine Chapel and Colosseum, or wander its cobbled streets, taking in the elegant atmosphere.

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