Cruise Line |
Silversea Cruises |
Ship |
Silver Moon |
Destination |
EU Mediterranean |
Nights |
7 |
Departure Date |
24 May 2021 |
Description |
7 Night Cruise sailing from Rome to Barcelona aboard Silver Moon.
Rome’s dolce vita is loved worldwide, so why not jump on a Vespa and channel your inner Mastroianni by embracing the finer things in life. Fall in love with Olbia – literally translated as happiness before you swagger like a star amidst Portofino’s mega-yachts and famous curved port. Crank up the glamour as Monte-Carlo and its eponymous casino are next, but don’t lose all your money; Marseilles and Palamos are just around the corner.
Highlights of this cruise:
Rome
All roads lead to Rome, and with good reason - this city is one of the world’s most thrilling, offering unmatched history along every street. An evocative, inspiring and utterly artistic capital of unrivalled cultural impact, Rome is a city of back-to-back landmarks, which will take you on an exhilarating journey through the ages. This may be one of the world’s oldest cities, but it’s well and truly lived in. The ruins are punctuated with murmuring cafes, and the outdoor seating of restaurants sprawls out across piazzas, enticing you to sample tangles of creamy pasta and crispy pizzas. Rome’s incredible Roman Forum is littered with the ruins of its ancient administrations, which have stood firm for 2,000 years, since the times when the area was the centre of the Western world. Few sites are more simultaneously beautiful and haunting than that of the storied Colosseum, which looms deep into Rome’s rich blue sky. Take a tour to learn details of the grisly goings-on within. The best way to experience Rome is to wander its streets, gelato in hand. There is a lot to see here - whether it’s the domed spectacle of the Pantheon, or the elaborate flowing waters and artistry of the Trevi Fountain. Vatican City is an astonishing, colossal display of Catholic grandeur, while the Spanish Steps – crowned by the Trinità dei Monti church – offer a beautiful spot to gather and soak up the lively atmosphere of this humming city. With so much on the to-do list, you’ll relish the breaks you take, enjoying simple pleasures like a strong espresso, or fresh pasta with tomato sauce and ripped basil.
La Spezia
La Spezia is sometimes thought of as nothing but a large, industrialized naval port en route to the Cinque Terre and Portovenere, but it does possess some charm, and it gives you a look at a less tourist-focused part of the Riviera. Its palm-lined promenade, fertile citrus parks, renovated Liberty-style palazzos, and colorful balcony-lined streets make parts of La Spezia surprisingly beautiful. Monday through Saturday mornings, you can stroll through the fresh fish, produce, and local-cheese stalls at the outdoor market on Piazza Cavour, and on Friday take part in the busy flea market on Via Garibaldi. There's also Porto Mirabello, a newly built tourist port with a pool club, shops, and several restaurants that overlook the fleet of super-yachts.
Barcelona
The infinite variety of street life, the nooks and crannies of the medieval Barri Gòtic, the ceramic tile and stained glass of Art Nouveau facades, the art and music, the throb of street life, the food (ah, the food!)—one way or another, Barcelona will find a way to get your full attention. The capital of Catalonia is a banquet for the senses, with its beguiling mix of ancient and modern architecture, tempting cafés and markets, and sun-drenched Mediterranean beaches. A stroll along La Rambla and through waterfront Barceloneta, as well as a tour of GaudÃ's majestic Sagrada FamÃliaand his other unique creations, are part of a visit to Spain's second-largest city. Modern art museums and chic shops call for attention, too. Barcelona's vibe stays lively well into the night, when you can linger over regional wine and cuisine at buzzing tapas bars.
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Itinerary |
Cruise Itinerary
Day | Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
1 |
24/05 |
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy |
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07:00 PM |
2 |
25/05 |
Olbia, Sardinia. IT |
08:00 AM |
06:00 PM |
3 |
26/05 |
La Spezia, Italy |
08:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
4 |
27/05 |
Portofino, Italy |
08:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
5 |
28/05 |
Monte Carlo, Monaco |
08:00 AM |
10:30 PM |
6 |
29/05 |
Marseilles, France |
08:00 AM |
07:00 PM |
7 |
30/05 |
Palamos, Spain |
08:00 AM |
10:00 PM |
8 |
31/05 |
Barcelona, Spain |
07:00 AM |
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All itineraries and ports of call at the discretion of the cruise line subject to local weather conditions and may change without notice.
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