Itinerary
- Day 1
Arrival
You'll meet on arrival and transfer to the Seabourn Venture. After getting settled in your cabin, you have time to relax and get familiar with the ship's layout and amenities.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Seabourn Venture)
- Day 2
Troy
The ship docks in Çanakkale, where you'll head to the Gallipoli Peninsula to see World War I trenches and memorials. You'll visit Anzac Cove, the Australian Memorial at Lone Pine, and the New Zealand Memorial at Chunuk Bair. After lunch back on board, the afternoon takes you to ancient Troy to walk through the museum with Trojan artifacts and Bronze Age fossils.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch back on board)
Included Activities
- Tour of Gallipoli Peninsula with trenches and memorials
- Visit Anzac Cove
- Visit Australian Memorial at Lone Pine
- Visit New Zealand Memorial at Chunuk Bair
- Visit Troy museum with Trojan artifacts and Bronze Age fossils
Landmarks Gallipoli Peninsula Anzac Cove Lone Pine Australian Memorial Chunuk Bair New Zealand Memorial Troy - Day 3
Kuşadası
From Izmir, you'll drive to Ephesus, one of the best-preserved classical cities in the Eastern Mediterranean. The Library of Celsus is a main highlight here. In the afternoon, there's a signature experience in Kuşadası with a folklore show and traditional lunch at a local handicraft museum before returning to your ship.
- Meals
- Lunch (Authentic home-cooked lunch at local handicraft museum in Kuşadası)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Ephesus
- Visit Library of Celsus
- Signature Experience - Visit local handicraft museum in Kuşadası
- Signature Experience - Authentic home-cooked lunch in Kuşadası
- Signature Experience - Folklore show in Kuşadası
Landmarks Ephesus Library of Celsus 
- Day 4
Syros
Landing on Mykonos, you'll take a guided tour through Ano Mera village, then have free time at Kalafatis beach. Later, walk through Chora town with its whitewashed buildings and blue-domed churches, check out the old port and windmills. Then it's on to Syros for a walking tour of the Holy Cathedral, Vaporia district, and Miaouli Square.
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Mykonos
- Visit Ano Mera village
- Free time at Kalafatis beach
- Walking tour of Chora, Mykonos
- Walking tour of Syros
- Visit Holy Cathedral of the Dormition of the Virgin, Syros
- Visit Vaporia district, Syros
- Visit Miaouli Square, Syros
Landmarks Mykonos Ano Mera Kalafatis Beach Chora, Mykonos Syros Holy Cathedral of the Dormition of the Virgin Miaouli Square - Day 5
Nafplion
Docking in Nafplion, you'll choose from several options: a guided walk through the Old Town, a visit to the World Heritage sites of Epidaurus and Mycenae, or a trip to a family-owned winery in Nemea for wine tasting and local food.
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Guided walk through Old Town of Nafplion
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus
- Freedom of Choice - Walk through Theatre of Epidaurus
- Freedom of Choice - Explore Mycenae and walk through Lion Gate
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Nemea family-owned winery with wine tasting paired with local delicacies
Landmarks Nafplion Palamidi Fortress Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus Theatre of Epidaurus Mycenae Lion Gate Nemea - Day 6
Athens
In Athens, you'll see the Acropolis and Parthenon temple on a guided tour, then stroll through Plaka with its charming streets and neoclassical architecture. The afternoon and evening are free for you to explore. Your ship stays docked overnight here.
Included Activities
- Tour of Athens
- Visit World Heritage-listed Acropolis
- Visit Parthenon
- Walking tour of Plaka neighbourhood
Landmarks Acropolis Parthenon Plaka 
- Day 7
Monemvasia
You'll arrive in Monemvasia, a medieval fortress town sitting on a massive rock above the sea. Choose from a tour of the castle and the church of Elkomenos Christos, a culinary walk sampling local Peloponnese products, or a guided tour of the ruined Byzantine city of Mystras with lunch included.
- Meals
- Lunch (Lunch at local restaurant during Mystras tour (optional activity))
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Tour of Monemvasia Castle grounds and church of Elkomenos Christos
- Freedom of Choice - Monemvasia Culinary Walk with sampling of honey liqueur, extra virgin olive oil, and local wine
- Freedom of Choice - Guided tour of Mystras with lunch at local restaurant
Landmarks Monemvasia Monemvasia Castle Church of Elkomenos Christos Mystras Mount Taygetos Church of Agia Sofia Pantanassa Monastery Cathedral of Agios Dimitrios - Day 8
At Sea
This is a full day at sea. You can unwind at the spa, try one of the ship's restaurants, or simply relax and enjoy the ship's amenities and facilities.
Optional Activities
- Spa treatment (own expense)
- Dining at one of the ship's restaurants
- Day 9
Syracuse, Sicily
After a relaxing morning cruising toward Sicily, the afternoon brings you to Syracuse. You'll walk through Neapolis Archaeological Park, see the Latomia del Paradiso limestone quarry, the Altar of Hiero II, Cave of Cordari, Greek Theatre, and Roman Amphitheatre. Then head to Ortigia to explore the earliest Greek constructions.
Included Activities
- Walking tour of Syracuse
- Visit Neapolis Archaeological Park
- Visit Latomia del Paradiso
- Visit Altar of Hiero II
- Visit Cave of Cordari
- Visit Greek Theatre
- Visit Roman Amphitheatre
- Explore Ortigia and earliest Greek constructions
Landmarks Syracuse Neapolis Archaeological Park Latomia del Paradiso Altar of Hiero II Cave of Cordari Greek Theatre Roman Amphitheatre Ortigia 
- Day 10
Valletta
In Valletta, Malta's capital, you'll choose between a guided tour of Mdina, Malta's former capital with medieval and baroque buildings, plus Valletta as a World Heritage Site, or visiting Vittoriosa where the Hospitallers lived, then exploring Marsaxlokk fishing village and sampling local products at the marketplace.
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Mdina and Valletta Guided Tour
- Freedom of Choice - Vittoriosa Tour and Market Tasting at Marsaxlokk
Landmarks Valletta Mdina Vittoriosa Marsaxlokk 
- Day 11
Cagliari, Sardinia
Arriving in Cagliari on Sardinia, you'll select a guided walking tour of the ancient city with Piazza Palazzo and the 13th-century Cathedral of Saint Cecilia, or visit a family-owned winery founded in 1918 for wine tasting and learning about their winemaking heritage.
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Guided walking tour of Cagliari
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Piazza Palazzo
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Cathedral of Saint Cecilia
- Freedom of Choice - Local winery visit with wine tasting
Landmarks Cagliari Piazza Palazzo Cathedral of Saint Cecilia - Day 12
Ajaccio, Corsica
Docking in Ajaccio on Corsica, you can choose from a guided walking tour of the Old Town learning about the Bonaparte family and Maison Bonaparte where Napoleon was born, visiting Maison des Senteurs distillery and a local honey farm, or heading inland to Mercujo Pass for panoramic views and Bastelicaccia for Corsican specialties tasting.
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Guided walking tour through Ajaccio's Old Town
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Maison Bonaparte
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Maison des Senteurs distillery in Ocana
- Freedom of Choice - Tour and tasting at local honey farm
- Freedom of Choice - Prunelli Gorges excursion with scenic journey through Prunelli Valley
- Freedom of Choice - Stop at Mercujo Pass for panoramic views
- Freedom of Choice - Tasting of Corsican specialities in Bastelicaccia
Landmarks Ajaccio Maison Bonaparte Ocana Maison des Senteurs Mercujo Pass Prunelli Valley Tolla Lake Bastelicaccia - Day 13
Menorca
You'll dock in Mahón on Menorca, which has the largest natural harbor in the Mediterranean. Choose from an island tour visiting a fishing village and Monte Toro, a gin distillery to learn about 18th-century gin production, or a snorkeling excursion in Fornells Bay with qualified instruction.
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Island Tour visiting fishing village and Monte Toro
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Binibeca
- Freedom of Choice - Gin Distillery visit
- Enrich Your Experience - Fully escorted snorkelling in Fornells Bay (additional cost)
Landmarks Mahón Monte Toro Binibeca Fornells Bay Fornells - Day 14
Port-Vendres, France
In Port-Vendres on the Côte Vermeille, you'll select from a walking tour of Perpignan visiting the Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist and Campo Santo cemetery cloister, a tour of medieval Thuir and Caves Byrrh historic aperitif winery, or a scenic drive to Salses-le-Château fortress with guided exploration.
- Meals
- Tasting (Tasting at Caves Byrrh (optional activity))
Optional Activities
- Freedom of Choice - Perpignan Guided Tour
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist in Perpignan
- Freedom of Choice - Visit Campo Santo in Perpignan
- Freedom of Choice - Caves Byrrh visit and tasting
- Freedom of Choice - Salses-le-Château Guided Tour
Landmarks Port-Vendres Perpignan Cathedral of Saint John the Baptist Campo Santo Thuir Caves Byrrh Salses-le-Château Salses Castle - Day 15
Barcelona
You'll disembark the ship and participate in an immersive paella masterclass, then enjoy this Spanish national dish for lunch. Spend the afternoon at leisure exploring the city.
- Meals
- Lunch (Paella lunch)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Meridien Barcelona)
Included Activities
- Paella masterclass
- Paella lunch
Landmarks Barcelona - Day 16
Barcelona
On a city tour of Barcelona, you'll drive to Montjuïc Hill, visit the Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya, then see the striking exterior of the iconic Sagrada Família.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Le Meridien Barcelona)
Included Activities
- City tour of Barcelona
- Visit Montjuïc Hill
- Visit Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya
- Visit Sagrada Família
Landmarks Montjuïc Museu Nacional d'Art de Catalunya Sagrada Família - Day 17
Barcelona to Madrid
You'll board a train to Madrid. Upon arrival, if you're interested in art, the Museo del Prado has an extensive collection including paintings from the Spanish Royal Collection and works by Velazquez.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Madrid)
Included Activities
- Visit Museo del Prado
- Explore paintings by Velazquez at Museo del Prado
Landmarks Museo del Prado 
- Day 18
Madrid
On a guided tour of Madrid, you'll visit the Royal Palace, Buen Retiro Park, and the vibrant Plaza Mayor. The evening is free for you to explore the city on your own.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Madrid)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Madrid
- Visit Royal Palace
- Visit Buen Retiro Park
- Visit Plaza Mayor
Landmarks Royal Palace Buen Retiro Park Plaza Mayor - Day 19
Toledo to Córdoba
You'll wander through Toledo's narrow streets on a guided tour that brings the city's history to life. After that, you'll continue south to Córdoba.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Córdoba)
Included Activities
- Guided walk through Toledo
Landmarks Toledo - Day 20
Córdoba
A guided tour of Córdoba takes you to the impressive Mosque-Cathedral of Córdoba and the historic Jewish Quarter. You'll see the unique architecture influenced by different cultures and religions. Later, you have free time to explore more of the city.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Córdoba)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of Córdoba
- Visit Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba
- Visit historic Jewish Quarter
Landmarks Mosque–Cathedral of Córdoba Jewish Quarter - Day 21
Córdoba to Granada
You'll visit an authentic Spanish olive estate and sample some of Spain's finest olives and olive oil. Then you'll head to Granada, where the evening brings a signature experience with a flamenco show and tapas in a local gypsy cave.
- Meals
- Dinner (Tapas during flamenco show at local gypsy cave)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Granada)
Included Activities
- Visit authentic Spanish olive estate
- Sample olives and olive oil production
- Signature Experience - Flamenco show in local gypsy cave
- Signature Experience - Tapas during flamenco show
Landmarks Granada - Day 22
Granada
On a guided tour, you'll explore the World Heritage-listed Alhambra, a masterpiece of Moorish art and architecture that tells Andalusian history. See the restored Lion Fountain and roam the Nasrid Palace complex.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Granada)
Included Activities
- Guided tour of World Heritage-listed Alhambra
- Visit Lion Fountain
- Visit Nasrid Palace complex
Landmarks Alhambra Nasrid Palace - Day 23
Ronda to Seville
You'll travel to Ronda, a mountaintop town set above a deep gorge, on a guided exploration where you can take in the beautiful vistas. Later, you'll continue to Seville, where dinner is waiting this evening.
- Meals
- Dinner
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Seville)
Included Activities
- Guided exploration of Ronda mountaintop town
Landmarks Ronda Seville 
- Day 24
Seville
This morning takes you through Seville to see the Royal Alcázar, Seville Cathedral, and La Giralda tower.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Seville)
Included Activities
- Exploration of Seville
- Visit Royal Alcázar of Seville
- Visit Seville Cathedral
- Visit La Giralda tower
Landmarks Royal Alcázar of Seville Seville Cathedral La Giralda - Day 25
Seville to Algarve, Portugal
You'll enter Portugal and head to the Algarve coast, a region known for its dramatic coastline and striking rock formations.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Algarve)
Landmarks Algarve - Day 26
Algarve
This morning, you'll explore Ria Formosa National Park on a local boat trip. The rest of the afternoon is free to enjoy your resort's facilities, whether that's relaxing by the pool or getting a spa treatment.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Algarve)
Included Activities
- Local boat trip through Ria Formosa National Park
Optional Activities
- Relax by the pool at resort
- Spa treatment at resort
Landmarks Ria Formosa National Park - Day 27
Algarve to Lisbon
You'll travel to Lisbon today and have free time after arrival to settle in and start exploring.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade or similar)
Landmarks Lisbon 
- Day 28
Lisbon
You'll ride Lisbon's iconic tramcars to see the Old Town sites, then visit the World Heritage-listed Jerónimos Monastery, built in 1502 by King Manuel I to commemorate Vasco da Gama's voyage to India. Tonight, you'll join fellow travelers for a special dinner.
- Meals
- Dinner (Special dinner with fellow travellers)
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade or similar)
Included Activities
- Ride the city's iconic tramcars
- Visit Old Town of Lisbon
- Visit World Heritage-listed Jerónimos Monastery
Landmarks Jerónimos Monastery - Day 29
Sintra to Lisbon
From your first glimpse of Serra de Sintra, the rolling mountains and memorable peaks will capture your attention. You'll visit King Ferdinand II's Park and National Palace of Pena, then enjoy free time to explore Sintra and have lunch at your leisure. You'll return to Lisbon via the coastal route. For your final night, consider trying one of the local restaurants.
- Accommodation
- Hotel (Sofitel Lisbon Liberdade or similar)
Included Activities
- Visit King Ferdinand II's Park and National Palace of Pena
Optional Activities
- Free time to explore Sintra
- Lunch at leisure in Sintra
- Dinner at local restaurant in Lisbon
Landmarks Serra de Sintra National Palace of Pena Sintra - Day 30
Departure from Lisbon
Your journey ends today. After breakfast, you'll be transferred to the airport.
- Meals
- Breakfast
