Compare Spain, Italy, Tunisia & Malta by Star Clippers vs Rome to Nice and Barcelona Adventure Tour by Discovery Nomads
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4.5 | Great
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| Duration | 10 days | 9 days |
| Price From | $ 2,577 | $ 1,772 |
| Price Per Day | $ 258 | $ 197 |
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| Trip Style | Small ship cruise | Private guided tour |
| Lodging Level | Standard | Premium |
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| Flights & Transport | Ground transport included | Internal airfare and ground transport included |
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| Meals Included |
All meals andon board entertainment. |
4 Breakfasts |
| Description |
Explore 9- Nights of Ship cruise in Star Clippers and visit the historical sightseeing of the city’s naval, maritime and historical museums provide insight into the 2,000 years this city has been a major port and explore to Ibiza, Balearic Islands - Spain |
Discover ancient Rome and Vatican, walk around beautiful Florence, explore the Italian Riviera of Cinque Terra, enjoy the beaches of Nice, visit Monaco and explore Gaudi's Barcelona with its amazing architecture and nightlife. |
Day 1: Malaga, Spain
Malaga's fortress palace of the Alcazaba and the Castillo de Gibralfaro are splendid examples of Moorish architecture. But it is in Granada that you can see the most romantic and magnificent expression of the Arabesque style in the glorious Alhambra Palace.
Day 2: Roquetas de Mar (Almeria), Spain
Day 3: Cartagena, Spain
The city’s naval, maritime and historical museums provide insight into the 2,000 years this city has been a major port. It’s now developing into a vibrant tourist attraction. The deep water harbor and walled town were used by Phoenicians, Romans and Moors prior to the Spanish navy. Visit Torres Park and the Castle of la Concepción for the best views in the city.
Day 4: Ibiza, Balearic Islands – Spain
Ibiza is a place where people hang out because, except for the medieval walls, you could almost think it was the Med's version of Key West. But away from the hustle of town, some lovely beaches await.
Day 5: Mahon, Menorca, Balearic Islands – Spain
Gracious Georgian buildings that climb the steep hills backing the Moll Ponent. Mahon's heritage also includes the invention of mayonnaise and the first distillation of gin from juniper berries.
Day 6:
At Sea
Day 7:
Calasetta / St. Antioco, Sardinia – Italy
Day 8:
Tunis (La Goulette), Tunisia (Optional Tour Carthage)
Day 9:
At Sea
Day 10:
Valletta, Malta
Day 1: Rome
Accommodation: Starhotel Rome or similar.
Today you will explore Vatican museums, see St.Peters Basilica and marvel at masterpieces of Michelangelo and Bernini. Later in the afternoon enjoy a walking tour to see Spanish Steps and Trevi fountain, admire beautiful Piazza Navona and exterior of the historic Pantheon.
Day 2-3: Florence
Accommodation: AC Florence by Marriott or similar.
Enjoy walking tour around Florence, see the Duomo, Uffizi Gallery, the medieval Ponte Vecchio and the Medici Chapels. Additionally you can travel to the wineries located nearby.
Day 4-5: Cinque Terre
Accommodation: NH La Spezia or similar.
Explore the amazing towns of Cinque Terre (5 lands), marvel the spectacular views of small towns of Manarola, Portofino, Portovenere and dine at the seafront restaurant enjoying italian pizza/or pasta or local seafood with wine.
Day 6-7: Nice/Monaco
Find out why many artists found their inspiration from the Mediterranean landscapes of Nice. You will have a tour to Monaco and enough free time to explore the old town of Nice, beaches and museums and then go on to visit the rest of the Riviera.
Day 8-9: Barcelona
Today you will fly to Barcelona, exploring this beautiful city, visiting Sagrada Familia, afterwards explore the Gothic Quarter and Las Ramblas, Parc Güell and in the evening go to try tapas and Spanish wine.
