Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome to Civitavecchia
You'll arrive in Rome and transfer to your luxury yacht at Civitavecchia, the historic Roman port. After checking into your suite, you'll meet the Captain and crew, then head up to the Sky Bar on Deck 10 to celebrate the start of your voyage with views of the city lights below.
Landmarks/POIs Civitavecchia - Day 2
Sorrento to Capri
The yacht sails to Sorrento, a resort town overlooking the Bay of Naples with lemon and orange groves. You can wander through quiet alleyways lined with historic pastel buildings and villas, stopping at local cafes. Later in the morning, the boat heads for Capri, where you'll see the island's famous cliffs and the sparkling Mediterranean come into view.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Sorrento's historic alleyways and buildings
Landmarks/POIs Sorrento Bay of Naples - Day 3
Capri
You'll explore Capri and walk through the Piazzetta, listening to the historic clock tower. Spend time taking in the deep blue ocean crashing against dramatic cliffs, and try the island's famous flourless chocolate cake or fresh caprese salad at one of the local spots.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Wander through the Piazzetta
- Visit local cafes for flourless chocolate cake or caprese salad
Landmarks/POIs Piazzetta Capri - Day 4
Taormina
The yacht sails through the Strait of Messina between Italy and Sicily, passing rugged coastlines and distant mountains. You'll arrive at Giardini Naxos, a seaside resort on Sicily's earliest Greek colony site, then continue to Taormina. This town offers luxury hotels, excellent restaurants, designer shops, and sits near Mount Etna, Europe's largest active volcano.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Giardini Naxos and its ancient Greek heritage
- Wander Taormina's upscale streets and boutiques
Landmarks/POIs Strait of Messina Giardini Naxos Mount Etna - Day 5
Valletta, Malta
Sailing to Valletta, you'll see protective walls and tall bastions as the yacht approaches. Founded in 1566 by the Knights of St. John, this compact historical capital on a narrow peninsula has Baroque architecture and historical significance throughout.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Valletta's Baroque architecture and historic sites
Landmarks/POIs Valletta - Day 6
Tunis, Tunisia
You'll check out Tunis, a cultural crossroads where the UNESCO-listed Medina sits at the heart with winding alleyways, bustling souks, and historic mosques. Just outside the city, the ancient ruins of Carthage stand as evidence of one of history's great civilizations, showing Phoenician and Roman power.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the UNESCO-listed Medina with its souks, mosques, and palaces
- Visit the ruins of Carthage
Landmarks/POIs Medina of Tunis Carthage - Day 7
Annaba, Algeria
Discover Annaba, Algeria's vibrant eastern coastal city and fourth-largest urban area with rich history. Once called Hippo Regius, it was a major Roman centre and home to Saint Augustine. The city has archaeological sites, a scenic coastline, lively markets, and elegant French colonial buildings mixing European and North African styles.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Annaba's archaeological sites and Roman heritage
- Visit local markets and experience French colonial architecture
Landmarks/POIs Annaba - Day 8
Sea Day
After several days exploring, you'll relax on board the yacht. Join other guests for a casual meal at the Azure Bar and Cafe with included drinks, or enjoy the theatre's entertainment. You can also dine privately in your suite with your butler.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner (Included beverages; choice of dining at Azure Bar & Café or in suite)
Included Activities
- Relax on board the Discovery Yacht
- Dine at Azure Bar & Café with included beverages
- Enjoy theatre entertainment
- Day 9
Almería, Spain
You'll explore Almeria and see La Alcazaba fortress, a symbol of Spain's Moorish heritage built in the mid-10th century. Once one of Spain's most powerful fortresses second only to the Alhambra, it dominates the landscape. Walk through Almeria's streets to discover historic sites and experience the mix of culture and history.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit La Alcazaba fortress
- Explore Almería's lively streets and historic sites
Landmarks/POIs La Alcazaba - Day 10
Puerto Banús, Spain
Puerto Banus is known for luxury cars, expensive shops, and impressive yachts. This small town developed in the 1970s blends Andalusian culture with fishing village charm and stylish sophistication. You can walk narrow streets with flower boxes, check out golf courses in the hills, or spend time at glamorous bars before heading back to the yacht.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Puerto Banús's upscale shops and luxury scene
- Walk through narrow streets with flower boxes
- Experience golf courses in the surrounding hills
- Visit glamorous bars and restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Puerto Banús - Day 11
Portimão, Portugal
You'll explore Portimao on the western Algarve, a small port with a busy historic centre where 19th and 20th-century architecture sits alongside modern buildings. Browse shops selling traditional lace, ceramics, and leather goods, try fantastic restaurants, see steep limestone cliffs, and swim in the turquoise waters of Praia da Rocha beach.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit shops selling traditional lace, ceramics, and leather goods
- Explore the historic centre and promenade
- Dine at local restaurants
- Swim at Praia da Rocha beach
Landmarks/POIs Praia da Rocha - Day 12
Lisbon, Portugal
Arriving in Lisbon, Portugal's capital, you'll find a city with rich maritime heritage perched on seven hills overlooking the Tagus River. Cobbled streets lead to grand plazas and historic landmarks. You can walk through lively neighbourhoods filled with cafes and boutiques, seeing everything from medieval castles and ornate monasteries to contemporary art.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the atmospheric alleys of Alfama
- Visit medieval castles and ornate monasteries
- Admire historic tilework of buildings
- Savor local delicacies
Landmarks/POIs Alfama Tagus River - Day 13
Porto, Portugal
This morning you'll stay aboard the yacht before arriving in Porto at Leixoes port, about 8 kilometres from the city centre. You'll explore this World Heritage-listed city with baroque architecture, Gothic cathedrals, and excellent food at the mouth of the Douro River. Walk winding alleys with tile-decorated houses, find street art, and take in views from the cable car and funicular.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Porto's baroque architecture and Gothic cathedrals
- Wander alleyways with Portuguese tile-decorated houses
- Ride the cable car and funicular
- Discover the city's street art
Landmarks/POIs Douro River - Day 14
Ferrol, Spain
Start your morning relaxing in your suite with breakfast brought by your butler, or join other guests at the Yacht Club. You can explore Ferrol's boutiques and Galician-style houses in the Magdalena neighbourhood, a historic artistic site, and visit the 18th-century San Felipe Castle with its bulwarks and cannons.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Option to have breakfast in suite brought by butler or at Yacht Club), Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Ferrol's Magdalena neighbourhood and Galician-style houses
- Visit San Felipe Castle
Landmarks/POIs San Felipe Castle - Day 15
Avilés, Spain
The yacht sails into Aviles where you'll see the picturesque harbour and a blend of medieval and modern buildings. Explore the old town with its well-preserved medieval streets, including Plaza del Carbayedo with its charming square and weekly market. For more history, visit nearby Oviedo, a World Heritage site. Later, relax at the Sky Bar sharing stories with fellow guests.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Avilés's Casco Antiguo (old town)
- Visit Plaza del Carbayedo and weekly market
- Visit nearby Oviedo, a World Heritage site
Landmarks/POIs Plaza del Carbayedo Oviedo - Day 16
Bilbao, Spain
You'll explore Bilbao, a vibrant city known for striking modern architecture and considered a jewel of the Basque Country. Visit the iconic Guggenheim Museum Bilbao for contemporary art, see the Basilica de Begona and Casco Viejo historic old town. The city is also a food hotspot with pintxo bars and restaurants serving traditional Basque cuisine.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Guggenheim Museum Bilbao
- Visit Basílica de Begoña
- Explore Casco Viejo (old town)
- Dine at pintxo bars and restaurants
Landmarks/POIs Guggenheim Museum Bilbao Basílica de Begoña Casco Viejo - Day 17
San Sebastián, Spain
After a relaxed breakfast in your suite or at the Yacht Club, you'll explore charming San Sebastian. Visit the famous La Concha Beach with views of the Bay of Biscay, and walk through the historic old town with the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus and San Vicente Church. Just under 10 kilometres away is the picturesque fishing village of Pasajes.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Relaxed breakfast in suite or at Yacht Club), Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit La Concha Beach
- Explore Parte Vieja (historic old town)
- Visit the Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus
- Visit San Vicente Church
- Explore Pasajes fishing village
Landmarks/POIs La Concha Beach Basilica of Saint Mary of the Chorus San Vicente Church Pasajes - Day 18
Bordeaux, France
The yacht sails inland along the Garonne River surrounded by vineyards with golden sunlight on Bordeaux Cathedral. You'll see the gothic spires and the Grand Theatre, both city icons. The quayside is busy with cafes, markets, and street performers, with the smell of fresh bread and coffee in the air. An overnight stay gives you time to enjoy Bordeaux's gourmet food.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the bustling quayside
- Visit charming cafés and markets
- Admire Bordeaux Cathedral and Grand Théâtre
- Discover Bordeaux's gourmet dining
Landmarks/POIs Bordeaux Cathedral Grand Théâtre Garonne River - Day 19
Bordeaux, France
You'll spend a full day in Bordeaux enjoying the city's timeless elegance. Walk picturesque streets lined with grand buildings that tell centuries of stories. Browse vibrant markets with fresh produce and local foods, admire Place de la Bourse and Bordeaux Cathedral, visit the CAPC Museum of Contemporary Art and the Grand Theatre. Try world-famous wines at wine bars or chateaux. An overnight stay means leisurely walks along the Garonne River.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore vibrant markets
- Visit Place de la Bourse
- Visit CAPC Museum of Contemporary Art
- Visit Grand Théâtre
- Wine tasting at wine bars or châteaux
- Stroll along the Garonne River
Landmarks/POIs Place de la Bourse CAPC Museum of Contemporary Art - Day 20
Bordeaux Wine Regions, France
You'll venture beyond Bordeaux to see the iconic wine regions. Rolling hillsides around the Garonne River are covered with prestigious vineyards showing centuries of winemaking traditions. Explore the Medoc and Saint-Emilion regions where grand chateaux sit throughout the landscape, inviting you to taste Bordeaux's famous wines. Walk cobblestone streets or enjoy wine tastings in lush vineyard settings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore the Médoc wine region
- Explore Saint-Émilion region
- Visit prestigious châteaux
- Wine tasting in vineyards
Landmarks/POIs Médoc Saint-Émilion - Day 21
Belle-Île, France
You'll discover Belle-Ile, one of France's most beautiful islands with lush countryside, jagged rocky coastlines, and quaint seaside hamlets with pastel-coloured homes. This spot inspired sailors, authors like Flaubert and Dumas, and painters like Claude Monet and Matisse. Because it's only accessible by boat, mainstream tourists are rare. Explore the island's rich history and natural beauty.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Belle-Île's countryside and coastline
- Visit quaint seaside hamlets
- Discover the island's history
Landmarks/POIs Belle-Île - Day 22
Sea Day
Relax in your suite or do a workout in the gym or a yoga and pilates class. Use the 550 square-metre Senses Spa to reinvigorate yourself, either alone or with new friends. Visit the Azure Bar and Cafe for upscale casual dining with sea views, or try a custom cocktail at one of nine all-inclusive bars, including the Whiskey Bar with over 130 premium options.
- Meals
- Breakfast (In suite or at Yacht Club), Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Gym access
- PURE: Yoga & Pilates Studio classes
- Senses Spa facilities (treatments at additional cost)
- Casual and upscale dining at Azure Bar and Café
- Cocktails at nine all-inclusive bars and lounges
Optional Activities
- Spa treatments (at additional cost)
- Day 23
Dublin, Ireland
Your cruise ends in Dublin, Ireland's ancient capital with vibrant culture and music throughout. You'll have one last breakfast in your suite before saying goodbye to new friends and crew members, taking memories of this voyage with you.
- Meals
- Breakfast (Final breakfast in suite)
Landmarks/POIs Dublin
