Cruise Line |
Seabourn |
Ship |
Seabourn Encore |
Destination |
EU Mediterranean |
Nights |
17 |
Departure Date |
23 Jun 2021 |
Description |
17 Night Cruise sailing return from Rome onboard Seabourn Encore.
Seabourn Encore is as strikingly beautiful and as excitingly innovative as any Seabourn has ever debuted. It will crown a fleet that is already the newest, most modern and most acclaimed in the ultra-luxury segment. Modeled on the award-winning trio of ships introduced with Seabourn Odyssey in 2009, Seabourn Encore represents another welcome stage in the evolution of small-ship cruising, which Seabourn pioneered and has consistently expanded and enriched.
Highlights of this cruise:
Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy
Originally built by Emperor Trajan who had a villa here, Civitavecchia has flourished as a major port for Rome since the 13th century. Today it is an important ferry terminal and for many travelers the gateway to the Eternal City, Rome. The Renaissance fortifications that surround the harbor area were begun by Bramante and completed by Michelangelo in 1535.
Valletta, Malta
Occupied successively by the Phoenicians, Greeks, Carthaginians, Romans, Arabs, French and British, Malta has been of strategic importance throughout history. A British Crown Colony until 1964, Malta received the George Cross for its valiant resistance to German occupation in WWII. The island's rich heritage is reflected in the architecture of Valletta, the current capital, and Medina, the capital until 1565. In Valletta the Knights of St. John built such masterpieces as St. John's Co-Cathedral and the Palace of the Grand Masters, along with the fortifications that guard the town's magnificent harbors.
Calvi, Corsica, France
Settled first by the Romans, then ruled by Genoans for nearly half a millennium, Calvi was freed by Corsica's native son Napoleon in 1791. In 1982 it was given special status and now enjoys a uniquely autonomous position within the realm of France. Ringed with alternating precipitous cliffs and fine sand beaches, the island resembles a mountain thrust up out of the water, but its ruggedness is tempered by brilliant sunlight and groves of olive and orange trees. Napoleon once said that he could recognize Corsica with his eyes closed - by its perfume alone. While touring Corsica, be advised that the roads about this mountainous island are quite winding with many curves.
Antibes (Cannes), France
Regally situated between Nice and Cannes on the Cote d’Azur, Antibes has been a prestigious address for millennia. On a coast renowned for its ravishing vistas, none is more striking than the Cap d’Antibes thrusting into the sea from the Provencal hills. The castle-like Chateau Grimaldi now houses one of the most extensive single collections of art by Pablo Picasso, who lived there for six months in 1946 and left a trove of works for the city. The opulent villas of seaside Juan-les-Pins and the botanical gardens at Villa Thuret are justly famed, and the crown is perhaps the Grand Hotel du Cap-Eden Roc, one of the world’s most celebrated hostelries.
Mahon, Menorca, Spain
Mahon is the capital of Menorca, second largest of the Balearic Islands. It stands out from the others because of the abundance of prehistoric structures, and because its culture was influenced by British occupation in the 18th century. The people who built the prehistoric constructions are believed to have been responsible for similar works in Sardinia, and for Stonehenge in England. Believed to have been founded by the Carthaginian General Mago, Mahon was held by the Moors from the 8th to the 13th century and in turn occupied by the English, the French and the Spanish. Mahon was finally ceded to Spain by the Treaty of Amiens in 1802.
Barcelona, Spain
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, is said to have been founded by the Phoenicians, and was once the rival of the powerful states of Venice and Genoa for control of the Mediterranean trade. Today, it is Spain's second largest city and has long rivaled, even surpassed Madrid in industry and commerce. The medieval atmosphere of the Gothic Quarter and the elegant boulevards combine to make the city one of Europe's most beautiful. Barcelona's active cultural life and heritage brought forth such greats as the architect Antonio Gaudi, the painter Joan Miro, and Pablo Picasso, who spent his formative years here. Other famous native Catalan artists include cellist Pau Casals, surrealist Salvador Dali, and opera singers Montserrat Caballe and Josep Carreras. Barcelona accomplished a long-cherished goal with the opportunity to host the Olympics in 1992. This big event prompted a massive building program and created a focal point of the world's attention.
St Tropez, France
On the southern shore of one of the most beautiful bays of the Riviera, the little port of St. Tropez has become one of the best known resorts in Europe, a crossroads where journalists, photographers, writers, artists and celebrities meet. Guy de Maupassant discovered the town, but it was the painters who made it more widely known - Signac, Matisse, Bonnard, Marquet, Camoin - who all stayed for varying amounts of time. The harbor teems with life. Fishing boats, excursion craft and hundreds of yachts share the harbor. On the waterfront are old pink and yellow houses, which have been converted into cafes, cabarets and restaurants, luxury boutiques, galleries and antique shops. A picturesque and cosmopolitan crowd strolls the streets in season.
Monte Carlo, Monaco
The Principality of Monaco is the epitome of Riviera chic. This tiny enclave of 370 acres surrounds a sheltered harbor that draws yachts from around the world to enjoy the beautiful scenery, mild weather and elegant casino. Glamorous Monte Carlo is one of Monaco's four quarters, which also include La Condamine, the business district; Monaco-ville, the capital; and Fontvieille, an area built on reclaimed land. Ruled by Prince Albert II, Monaco has a population of over 32,000, of which about 16 percent are citizens, or Monégasques.
Bastia, Corsica, France
Corsica’s most important port is nestled at the base of the northward-pointing finger of Cap Corse, between a looming mountain and the sea. The oldest part of town is dominated by the honey-colored Genoese citadel, which today holds the museum of history. The busy, 19th Century Place St-Nicolas is bordered in plane trees and pleasant cafes. There are a number of interesting churches, including the twin-steepled St. Jean-Batiste and the church of St.-Croix, which has a gilded ceiling and a curious black oak cross recovered from the sea in 1428. Climb the winding stairway from the waterfront to the Jardin Romieu for wonderful views over the town and the Vieux Port.
Portovenere, Italy
The port is lined with ancient houses from as early as the 12th century. And the dominant citadel dates from then, as well. Below that, explore the grotto where Lord Byron used to daydream. Or climb the castle beside St. Peter’s church for a view of the villages of Cinque Terre clinging to the cliffs across the gulf.
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Prices |
Category |
Twin Per Person |
Single Per Person |
V1 - Veranda Suite |
AU $15,999 |
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V4 - Veranda Suite |
AU $15,999 |
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V2 - Veranda Suite |
AU $16,899 |
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V5 - Veranda Suite |
AU $16,899 |
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V3 - Veranda Suite |
AU $17,799 |
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V6 - Veranda Suite |
AU $17,799 |
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PH - Penthouse Suite |
AU $27,499 |
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OW - Owner's Suite |
AU $35,499 |
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Itinerary |
Cruise Itinerary
Day | Date | Activity | Arrive | Depart |
1 |
23/06 |
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy |
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05:00 PM |
2 |
24/06 |
Amalfi, Italy |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
3 |
25/06 |
Taormina, Sicily |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
4 |
26/06 |
Valletta, Malta |
08:00 AM |
Overnight |
5 |
27/06 |
Valletta, Malta |
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07:00 AM |
5 |
27/06 |
Victoria, Malta |
10:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
6 |
28/06 |
At sea |
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7 |
29/06 |
Calvi, Corsica |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
8 |
30/06 |
Antibes |
08:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
9 |
01/07 |
Sanary-Sur-Mer, France |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
10 |
02/07 |
Mahon, Menorca. SP |
09:00 AM |
06:00 PM |
11 |
03/07 |
Barcelona, Spain |
07:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
12 |
04/07 |
Ciudadela, Spain |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
13 |
05/07 |
Bandol, France |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
14 |
06/07 |
St Tropez, France |
08:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
15 |
07/07 |
Monte Carlo, Monaco |
08:00 AM |
06:00 PM |
16 |
08/07 |
Bastia, Corsica. FR |
08:00 AM |
11:00 PM |
17 |
09/07 |
Portovenere, Italy |
08:00 AM |
05:00 PM |
18 |
10/07 |
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy |
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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