DAY 1 | Oct. 12. Depart for Spain
DAY 2 | Oct. 13. Barcelona, Spain
Depart 8 p.m.
Embark on your luxury cruise aboard Riviera in cosmopolitan Barcelona, Spain’s gem of art and architecture.
DAY 3 | Oct. 14. Palma de Mallorca, Spain
Arrive 8 a.m. – Depart 8 p.m.
Dominating the horizon and overlooking the harbor, the Palma Cathedral and Bellver Castle offer a striking first glimpse of Palma, the stunning capital of Mallorca. Winding alleys and cobbled streets characterize Old Palma, while charming windmills and an impressive 18th-century manor house beckon from the verdant countryside.
DAY 4 | Oct. 15. Cruising the Mediterranean Sea
DAY 5 | Oct. 16. Valletta, Malta
Arrive 9 a.m. – Depart 6 p.m.
Despite its status as Europe’s smallest capital, Valletta brims with history, culture and old-world beauty. Founded by the Knights of St. John and deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Malta’s picturesque capital—considered one of the most concentrated historic areas in the world—offers a grand collection of honey-colored limestone buildings and ancient fortifications.
DAY 6 | Oct. 17. Messina, Sicily, Italy
Arrive 8 a.m. – Depart 7 p.m.
DAY 7 | Oct. 18. Palermo, Sicily, Italy
Arrive 8 a.m. – Depart 5 p.m.
At the foot of Monte Pellegrino lies Sicily’s ancient capital and largest and most cosmopolitan city, Palermo—a dramatic architectural feast with a distinct Arab-Norman heritage. Colorful, splendid structures reflect a fascinating fusion of East and West, from an impressive Norman cathedral and grand 9th-century Arab palace to the enchanting Palatine Chapel and neo-classical Teatro Massimo, the largest opera house in Italy.
DAY 8 | Oct. 19. Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Arrive 8 a.m. – Depart 8 p.m.
Once the center of the world’s greatest empire and now the capital of modern Italy, Rome offers remnants of its glorious past wherever you look. With legendary sites including the ancient Roman Forum, Colosseum, St. Peter’s Basilica and Michelangelo’s breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel, Rome is a monumental city rich in antiquity and culture.
DAY 9 | Oct. 20. Florence/Pisa/Tuscany (Livorno), Italy
Arrive 8 a.m. – Depart 8 p.m.
The architectural and artistic masterpieces of the Renaissance—Brunelleschi’s Duomo, the Baptistery, Michelangelo’s David, the Ponte Vecchio and the Uffizi Gallery—await you in Florence, a masterpiece in itself. Pisa’s superb Field of Miracles and iconic Leaning Tower also beckon, as does the captivating Tuscan countryside, renowned for its gently rolling hills, medieval hilltop villages and splendid wine.
DAY 10 | Oct. 21. Monte Carlo, Monaco
Arrive 8 a.m. – Depart 11 p.m.
Nestled on the coast between France and Italy, sparkling Monte Carlo features the famous Grand Corniche and the 12th-century Prince’s Palace. With an area of less than one square mile, this city-state packs plenty of excitement and attractions into its small space, including the glamorous Monte Carlo Casino and the Circuit de Monaco, site of the famed Grand Prix.
DAY 11 | Oct. 22. Marseille/Provence, France
Arrive 8 a.m. – Depart 6 p.m.
Provence has inspired and enchanted for centuries. From the historic port city of Marseille to the picturesque countryside dotted with quaint villages perched on rocky hilltops and towns awash with ancient architecture, Provençal France fulfills even the grandest expectations.
DAY 12 | Oct. 23. Barcelona, Spain
Disembark 8 a.m.
Bid farewell to Riviera.
