Itinerary
- Day 1
Barcelona
Your deluxe cruise starts in Barcelona with a transfer to the Emerald Cruises luxury yacht. The ship docks at 7:00 PM, giving you time to settle into your cabin and get oriented before the vessel departs for the Mediterranean.
- Day 2
Port-Vendres
You'll arrive in Port-Vendres in southern France, a working port town on the Vermilion Coast with red cliffs surrounding the deep-water harbour. With the ship docked from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, you can walk through the Mediterranean region on your own or join one of the optional excursions available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Côte Vermeille Scenic Drive - 3-hour leisurely motor coach excursion exploring Mediterranean region between Argeles and Cerbere, including scenic stops at Collioure and Banyuls-sur-Mer (extra expense, must be pre-booked, Activity Level: Easy)
- Hiking through Wine Country - 4.5-hour guided hike from Port-Vendres to Collioure through Banyuls vineyards with panoramic views, followed by wine tasting at family-run winery (extra expense, must be pre-booked, Activity Level: Strenuous)
Landmarks/POIs Port-Vendres Collioure Banyuls-sur-Mer - Day 3
Palamós
The ship reaches Palamós, a coastal town in Spain's Costa Brava known for its sweet prawns and fishing heritage. Shore time runs from 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM, so you can explore the port and old town at your pace or take a day trip inland to Girona if that appeals to you.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Girona - 5-hour scenic excursion including one-hour drive to Girona, exploration of El Call Jewish Quarter, Arab Baths, Bonastruch Ca Porta Museum at old synagogue site, medieval city walls, Gironella Tower remnants, and Monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants, followed by return to Palamós (extra expense, Activity Level: Moderate)
Landmarks/POIs Palamós Girona Cathedral Arab Baths, Girona Monastery of Sant Pere de Galligants - Day 4
Mahón
Mahón, capital of Menorca in the Balearic Islands, comes into view with the ship docked from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM. This city has one of the world's largest natural harbours and sits proud as the birthplace of mayonnaise, plus it's got great food and markets to check out.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Villages of Menorca and Caves - 4.5-hour excursion to Monte Toro (island's highest point with historic sanctuary and stunning views), ancient taula of Torralba stone monolith, Xoroi Caves entertainment venue with cliff-top views, and Binibeca charming resort town designed like a fishing village (extra expense, Activity Level: Strenuous)
- Cultures of Menorca - 4-hour guided tour starting in Ciutadella, visiting Mahón's world's largest natural port, fishing village of Fornells, Monte Toro with Virgin Chapel, Subaida cheese farm and vineyard with tastings, optional local gin tasting in Mahón, and guided walk through town (extra expense, Activity Level: Easy)
Landmarks/POIs Mahón Monte Toro Xoroi Caves Binibeca Ciutadella - Day 5
Palma de Mallorca
You'll dock in Palma de Mallorca, the Balearic Islands' capital, filled with history and architecture like the Gothic Cathedral featuring one of the world's largest rose windows. An included walking tour is part of your day, though you can also arrange excursions to Valldemossa and Son Marroig, and there's a performance on board in the evening.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Welcome and Farewell Reception & Dinner)
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Palma de Mallorca - 4-hour guided tour of historic Jewish quarter (Call Maior), Spanish Gothic Cathedral with Treasure Museum featuring ancient manuscripts and religious artifacts, scenic drive to 14th-century Bellver Castle with panoramic views of Palma and Bay (Activity Level: Moderate)
- On board performance
Optional Activities
- Valldemossa and Son Marroig - 4.5-hour excursion to charming Valldemossa village with Carthusian monastery gardens and Chopin's monument, tour of historic Carthusian Monastery (1399-1835) where Chopin and George Sand stayed in 1838, museum with their original works, mini piano concert at King Sancho Palace, free time exploring streets and local delicacies, visit to Son Marroig former residence of Archduke Luis Salvador with stunning northern coast views (extra expense, Activity Level: Moderate)
Landmarks/POIs Cathedral of Santa Maria, Palma Bellver Castle Valldemossa Carthusian Monastery, Valldemossa Son Marroig - Day 6
Ibiza
Arriving offshore in Ibiza from 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM, you'll have access to the island's famous Old Town (D'Alt Vila), which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. You can join the guided walking tour or head out on your own to explore what the island has to offer.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Dalt Vila walking tour - 3.5-hour guided walking tour of medieval Old Town Ibiza (D'Alt Vila), UNESCO World Heritage Site with narrow lanes and steep cobbled streets, Ses Taules Gate entrance with Roman statue replicas, 14th-century cathedral, Episcopal Palace, historic Town Hall, and Convent of the Dominicans with panoramic terraces offering stunning views (Activity Level: Strenuous)
Landmarks/POIs Dalt Vila (Old Town Ibiza) Ibiza Cathedral Convent of the Dominicans, Ibiza - Day 7
Castellón de la Plana
Castellón de la Plana, an eastern Spanish city combining coastal beaches with culture, appears on your itinerary with docking from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The Columbretes Islands Natural Park is nearby, and you can explore the dynamic coastline or sign up for optional excursions in the time available.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- E-Bike Adventure - 3-hour cycling tour along coastlines of Playa del Pinar and Guruguá using bike path by shore, visiting Benicassim beaches with historic San Vicente Tower and Belle Epoque villas from the Valencian Biarritz era, potential venture towards Sea Greenway peaceful route connecting Oropesa del Mar and Benicassim (extra expense, Activity Level: Strenuous)
- Beautiful Peñíscola - 4-hour tour exploring picturesque coastal town Peñíscola with Mediterranean views, El Bufador rock formation with dramatic wave crashes, Faro de Peñíscola lighthouse with panoramic vistas, imposing medieval Peñíscola Castle rich in history, relaxing return drive to port (extra expense, Activity Level: Strenuous)
Landmarks/POIs Benicassim San Vicente Tower, Benicassim Peñíscola Faro de Peñíscola Peñíscola Castle - Day 8
Barcelona
Your cruise wraps up back in Barcelona where you'll transfer to the airport for your flight home or continue onward with your travel plans.
- Meals
- Breakfast
