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Itinerary: Historic Cities of the Sea
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| Day 1 : | Seville, Spain / Embark |
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| Day 2 : | Seville |
| Day 3 : | Motril / Granada / Motril |
| Day 4 : | At Sea |
| Day 5 : | Barcelona |
| Day 6 : | Marseille / Aix-en-Provence / Marseille, France |
| Day 7 : | Bonifacio, Corsica |
| Day 8 : | Naples / Pompeii or Herculaneum / Naples, Italy |
| Day 9 : | At Sea |
| Day 10 : | Kotor, Montenegro |
| Day 11 : | Dubrovnik, Croatia |
| Day 12 : | Split |
| Day 13 : | Venice, Italy / Disembark / Return Home |
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| Destinations : Corsica, Croatia, Europe, France, Italy, Mediterranean, Montenegro, Serbia and Montenegro, Spain Activities : Ancient Ruins, Cultural Activities, Modern History, Nature Viewing, Photography |
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History is alive in the lands that border the Mediterranean Sea. In Seville, Granada and Barcelona, Aix-en-Provence and Dubrovnik, every corner and piazza preserves a memory of the conquering Romans or Moors, the arts of the Renaissance, or the vast seaborne trading empire of the Venetians. During this Mediterranean sojourn, every day brings a new marvel: the fabled Alhambra Palace in Granada; Gaudi’s creative, anarchic architecture in Barcelona; the dramatic natural scenery of the Corsican coast; the medieval splendor of Dubrovnik; and the vast ancient palace of Diocletian, now the core of Split’s teeming old city. And there is no better way to explore these cities and towns than to experience them as they were centuries ago by Roman magistrates, Crusader knights, and Venetian merchant princes—by sea. Our ship, the elegant 114-guest Corinthian II, is the perfect vessel for this marvelously varied and constantly illuminating voyage from Seville to Venice.
Day 1 : Seville, Spain / Embark
Transfer to the Corinthian II. Overnight aboard docked in Seville.
Day 2 : Seville
Occupied by the Romans, conquered by the Moors, and ruled by a succession of Catholic monarchs, Seville is one of Europe’s most important and affluent maritime cites. Visit the immense Gothic cathedral—the world’s largest—erected over the site of a mosque, and the Alcazar, with its charming Murillo Gardens. In the afternoon, we sail down the Guadalquivir River.
Day 3 : Motril / Granada / Motril
Founded in the 8th century, Granada exemplifies the best of Moorish culture, art, and architecture. Nowhere is this more evident than in the enchanting Alhambra, a striking 13th-century palace begun by the caliphs of the Nasrid dynasty. See the Sala de los Dos Hermanos, considered by many to be the pinnacle of Spanish-Islamic architecture, and stroll through the splendid Generalife Gardens, adjacent to the Alhambra.
Day 4 : At Sea
Day 5 : Barcelona
The exuberant capital of Catalonia, Barcelona is rich in extraordinary works of art and architecture. Tour the narrow alleyways of the Barrio Gotico, the original site of the Carthaginian city, and the extraordinary Templo de la Sagrada Familia, begun in the 19th century by the architect Antonio Gaudi and still unfinished. Also visit the 14th-century cathedral, La Seu, and the Picasso Museum.
Day 6 : Marseille / Aix-en-Provence / Marseille, France
Travel to Aix-en-Provence, the first Roman settlement in Gaul, and later captured by the works of Cezanne. Tour the Old City, down the leafy Cours Mirabeau amid lovely buildings from the 16th and 17th centuries, noting the perfect classical proportions of the Hotel de Ville en route to the Cathedral of St-Sauveur, with its medieval art treasures. Continue to Cezanne’s old studio, which remains as it was at the time of the Impressionist’s death in 1906.
Day 7 : Bonifacio, Corsica
Corinthian II navigates the scenic, fjordlike waterway leading to Bonifacio on Corsica, an island of high cliffs and spectacular scenery. Stroll through Bonifacio’s medieval streets lined with fine examples of Gothic architecture.
Day 8 : Naples / Pompeii or Herculaneum / Naples, Italy
From Naples, tour either Pompeii or Herculaneum, two Roman cities which faced radically different, but equally devastating fates after the volcanic eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Pompeii was buried underneath some 15 feet of pumice and ash, preserving the streets and artworks of this highly sophisticated city. Herculaneum, a residential town, was smothered by mud and lava, miraculously preserving many wooden structures. Return to Naples for an afternoon tour of the Archaeological Museum.
Day 9 : At Sea
Day 10 : Kotor, Montenegro
Arrive in Kotor this afternoon. Situated in one of the Mediterranean’s most stunning landscapes, Europe’s southernmost fjord, Kotor was well-regarded for its masons and icon artists. A walking tour through this car-free UNESCO World Heritage Site reveals that a significant number of the city’s fortifications and monuments date from the time of Venetian rule. Visit the 12th-century Cathedral of St. Tryphon, a landmark of Romanesque and early Gothic design, as well as the Cathedral Square and the Lapidarium.
Day 11 : Dubrovnik, Croatia
Within the walls of Dubrovnik’s incredibly well-preserved medieval city is a splendid repository of Gothic, Renaissance, and Baroque art. A tour includes the cathedral, the Rector’s Palace, and the cloister and garden of the Franciscan Monastery.
Day 12 : Split
Split is most famous for its stunning fortresslike palace, built in 295 A.D. by the Roman Emperor Diocletian, and today one of the world’s most impressive Roman ruins. Explore the palace and old fortified town, including the Rotunda; the Mausoleum of Diocletian, now the Church of St. Domnius; and the preserved Temple of Jupiter.
Day 13 : Venice, Italy / Disembark / Return Home
Disembark and transfer to the airport for return flights home.
-Rates are quoted in U.S. dollars and represent costs per person, double occupancy.
- A limited number of cabins have been designated for single travelers in Categories D - A. Supplement depends on particular voyage; contact us for details. Singles in categories AA - PHS are available at double the per person, double occupancy rates.
Prices are based on a 3% cash discount.
Ship Description: Corinthian II
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Corinthian II Ship
The distinguished 114-guest Corinthian II offers a classic yacht-like atmosphere and fine accommodations. Corinthian II is ice-strengthened for voyages into Antarctic waters, and is equipped with a fleet of Zodiac inflatable craft for forays ashore. Originally built in 1992 and refurbished in 2005, Corinthian II accommodates all guests in 57 outside suites, each affording sea views and elegantly appointed with a sitting area, TV, mini-refrigerator, safe, and other amenities as well as a marble bathroom. Several suites include private balconies accessed via sliding glass doors. Spacious and finely decorated public areas include a library stocked with books related to the itinerary and other volumes, and four computer terminals for e-mail access; an elegant lounge; and The Club, a space for convivial relaxation, with picture windows for panoramic views. The restaurant, serving fine cuisine prepared by European chefs, accommodates all guests at a single unassigned seating. The ship also includes a gym, beauty salon, a sun deck with Jacuzzi, and an outdoor café and bar, where meals may be served al fresco. Corinthian II is served by 70 experienced European officers and crew. There is also an elevator offering access to all decks.
Cabin Categories & Descriptions
All accommodations aboard Corinthian II are suites. They face outside, affording sea views, and several have balconies with sliding doors. All suites include a bedroom with twin or queen-size beds, sitting area, ample closet space, mini-refrigerator, TV, marble-appointed bathroom with shower, and other amenities.
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Cat E Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 250 - 252 |
Cat D Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 329-332 |
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Cat C Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 254 - 262 |
Cat B Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 333 - 348 |
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Cat A Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 416 - 428 |
Cat AA Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows and sitting area. 265 sq. ft. Suites 414 - 415 |
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Cat VS Deluxe Veranda Suites on Erickson Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 300 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 505 - 512 |
Cat PHS Deluxe Penthouse Suites on Explorer Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 400 sq. ft. (including balcony) Suites 601 - 604 |
