BREEZES OF THE MEDITERRANEAN -

2016

Día Sat.

Escala Barcelona

ETA -

ETD 18:00

Sun.

At Sea

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Mon.

Olbia

09:00

17:00

Tue.

Nápoles

09:00

19:00

Wed.

Civitavecchia

9:00

19:00

Thu

Livorno

07:30

19:00

Fri.

Toulon

09:30

18:30

Sat.

Barcelona

09:00

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OLBIA COSTA ESMERALDA (Approximate duration: 4 hours) Leaving the port of Olbia and enjoy a 45 min bus drive to join Porto Cervo village. At arrival you will enjoy a guided walking tour of the venue and then free time at leisure for your shopping at the exclusive vip galleries. You will then continue the excursion driving towards Baia Sardinia where you will spend some free time at leisure for a walk among the art craft shops and take some relax.

MADDALENA ISLAND (Approximate duration: 5 hours) Leaving the port of Olbia, after 60 min drive, you will arrive to Palau village. Embarkation on the public Ferry and sail towards the Island. Arriving at the Maddalena Island you will enjoy a private bus tour and guided visit of the venue. Free time at leisure for shopping and photos before retour to Palau and drive to Olbia.

SAN TEODORO BEACH (Approximate duration: 4.5 hours) Leaving the port of Olbia, after 45 min drive, you will arrive to San teodoro Beach - La Cinta, where you will profit by your free time to enjoy your day lying in the sun. The beach is long 3 kms , wide about 70 meters, with white sand and crystal clear sea. During the journey you will enjoy also the wonderful view of the east Sardinia coast .

TASTE OF SARDINIA (Approximate duration: 4.5 hours) A nice experience to discover and admire one of the most extended site of Nuraghe in the North of Sardinia. Leaving from Olbia, you will arrive to Arzachena where you will join the archaeological site of the Giants Tomb, a masterly example of the typical burial monument, that appear in the land of Capichera, cultivated by vineyards and surrounded of wild olive trees. After the visit, transfer to see and admire the Nuraghe La Prisgiona, a jewel of the historical treasure of the island. Then transfer to Cannigione, a popular seaside resort, centrally located than the resorts and beaches of the Costa Smeralda. Freetime at leisure and return back to Olbia.

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NAPLES POMPEI & NAPLES CITY TOUR (Approximate duration: 5 hours) * Contains long walking distances so it is recommended to wear comfortable shoes. * Not recommended for people with physical restrictions or walking difficulties. Meeting with the Local Guide and a private transfer to take you to Pompey. You will enjoy an interesting guided visit of the excavations of the old city through the ruins. Your tour in Pompey will continue with some free time for refreshments, shopping and photos. Departure to Naples and panoramic bus city tour including the most interesting sites: the Plebiscito Square, the St. Carlo Theatre, the Maschio Angioino Castle, Mergellina, before returning to the ship.

POMPEI & VESUVIO (Approximate duration: 6 hours) Leaving the port of Naples, you will arrive by private transfer of one hour to Pompei where you will begin the unique guided visit of one of the most famous excavations of the world: the ruins of Pompei. After the visit you will have some free time to visit a cameo factory and have a look on the typical Neapolitan artisans shops. You will then have a 45 min drive, to arrive at the famous Vesuvio mountain where a volcanologist guide will let you enjoy the interesting tour of the National Park.

CAPRI (Approximate duration: 6 hours and 15 minutes. Lunch is not included)

* Includes a bus panoramic tour. * Not recommended for people with physical restrictions or walking difficulties. * Excursion with limited seats. After 45 min sailing by hydrofoil from Naples pier you will reach the island of Capri. At our arrival in the port of Marina Grande you will have some free time to stroll among the souvenirs shops before embarking on a small boat and enjoy the minitour of the island. You will admire charming views of the coast and the gulf, the Faraglioni Rocks and many grottoes including the famous Grotta Bianca. Then you will climb up to the village of Capri where you’ll find the narrow and enchanting streets, surrounded by white houses built under Arabian influences and full of shops selling the local crafts.

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During your time at leisure, don’t miss the chance to taste a real Italian coffee in one of the many bars with terraces in Piazza Umberto I, the little square known all over the world, meeting point and heart of the jet set life. You will admire a breathtaking view of Marina Piccola from the very coloured Gardens of Augusto, where you will take your best photos of its unique panorama. Return to the pier by funicular or minibus and re board the hydrofoil to come back to the ship.

POMPEI & CAPRI (Approximate duration: 8 hours and 30 minutes. Lunch is not included) Meeting with the Local Guide and a private transfer will take you to Pompey. You will enjoy an interesting guided visit of the excavations of the old city through the ruins. Your tour in Pompey will continue with some free time for refreshments, shopping and photos.

Departure to Naples and

embarkation on the jetfoil. After a 40 minutes ride you will join the port of Marina Grande at Capri. Here you will then climb up to the village of Capri where you’ll find the narrow and enchanting streets, surrounded by white houses built under Arabian influences and full of shops selling the local crafts. During your time at leisure, don’t miss the chance to taste a real Italian coffee in one of the many bars with terraces in Piazza Umberto I, the little square known all over the world, meeting point and heart of the jet set life. You will admire a breathtaking view of Marina Piccola from the very coloured Gardens of Augusto, where you will take your best photos of its unique panorama. Return to the pier by funicular and re board the hydrofoil to come back to the ship.

VISIT OF NAPLES (Approximate duration: 4 hours) Departing from the pier, for a short drive towards the Magnificent Royal Palace, where you will be able to visit the various halls recently restored. After the visit you will enjoy an interesting walking tour close the Plebiscito Square where you will find the Maschio Angioino Castle or Castel Nuovo, the Opera House of San Carlo, the Galleria Umberto I and the church of San Francesco da Paola. Some free time to taste a typical coffee or browse for some souvenir and then departure by bus to the heart of Naples. You will drive directly to the San Gennaro Duomo for a very interesting visit. You will pass by the Churches of Gesù Nuovo and the famous Santa Chiara to continue the panoramic bus tour towards Mergellina, Via Caracciolo and the Castel dell’Ovo.

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SORRENTO & AMALFI COAST (Approximate duration: 8 hours and 30 minutes. Lunch is not included) Meeting with the guide at the pier, drive to Sorrento with some stops on the way for photos of the Sorrentine peninsula. Arrival at Sorrento and walking visit of the city centre and free time for shopping. Reboard the bus and drive towards Amalfi, stop on the way for photos over the typical fishing village of Positano. Continuation onto the charming village of Amalfi and visit of the main centre and the so famous cathedral of Santa Maria.

CIVITAVECCHIA COMPLETE ROME (Approximate duration: 10 hours. Lunch not included. The order of tours on excursions may be reversed.) A complete excursion, giving you the chance to see the city's most emblematic sights, starting with the impressive Vatican City. We will take a complete tour of the Vatican where, accompanied by an official guide, we visit some of the fantastic Vatican Museums, including the amazing Sistine Chapel, containing Michelangelo's masterpiece and one of the most important pieces of art in the world. The tour then continues inside Saint Peter's Basilica, the world's largest cathedral and home to Michelangelo's La Pietà, the most famous sculpture created by this genius of the Renaissance, as well as many other works of art. Enjoy some free time to explore, do some shopping or sample the local cuisine. At an agreed time, we reconvene to begin a complete sightseeing tour by coach, taking in some of the most important monuments and avenues in Rome, such as the Colosseum, the Palatine, the Circus Maximus, the Theatre of Marcellus, the Piazza Venezia with its Monument to Vittorio Emanuele and Mussolini's Balcony, the famous Via Veneto and Villa Borghese Park. At the end of the tour we will return directly to the ship. NOTE: •

Includes visits to religious monuments where entry will be refused to those with bare shoulders and bear knees, particularly women.

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Includes sightseeing tour by coach.

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ETERNAL AND IMPERIAL ROME Approximate duration: 10 hours. Lunch not included. (The order of tours on excursions may be reversed.) An interesting excursion that begins with a visit to the Vatican City, where we will see Saint Peter's Basilica, with its fascinating works of art, and Saint Peter's Square, with its impressive colonnade. We then return to the coach to make our way to Traforo, from where we will walk to the Trevi Fountain. After throwing a coin into the fountain to make our wishes come true we can enjoy some free time in the heart of Rome to have lunch and explore this bustling area, where we can also take in the sights of Piazza di Spagna and Piazza Navona. At the agreed time, we reconvene to continue our tour of Rome's imperial area, where we will see the Roman Forum and the exterior of the great Roman Colosseum. At the end of our tour, we will travel back to the ship by coach.

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Includes visits to religious monuments where entry will be refused to those with bare shoulders and bear knees, particularly women.

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Includes sightseeing tour by coach.

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This excursion is not recommended for persons with physical limitations or those who have difficulty walking.

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The excursion includes long walks, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes

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THE BEST OF ROME BY TRAIN Approximate duration: 10 hours. Lunch not included. (The order of tours on excursions may be reversed.) An official guide will escort us to the train station. Our exclusive excursion begins with a sightseeing tour of the city by coach, taking in some of Rome's most famous monuments. At the end of the tour, we will leave the coach near the Colle Oppio Colosseum. A short 5 minute walk will takes to see the exterior of the Colosseum, the largest amphitheatre ever built. The excursion will then continue with a visit to the centre of Rome, in the heart of the city: the Piazza di Spagna, the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and the Piazza Navona. We will then have some free time for lunch (not included). In the afternoon we will take a complete tour of the Vatican City, crossing Saint Peter's Square - built by Bernini and considered one of the most famous squares in the world - to enter Saint Peter's Basilica, Christianity's largest and most lavish church for which construction began in 1452 on the site where Saint Peter was laid to rest. In the following 200 years, masters of the Renaissance period such as Bramante, Michelangelo, Rafael and Bernini worked on the design of this masterpiece. As well as many other works of art, the Basilica houses Michelangelo's famous sculpture La Pietà and the Papal Altar, crowned by the famous bronze Baldocchine created by Bernini between 1624 and 1632. After enjoying plenty of free time to roam around, we will reconvene at an agreed time to return to the train station, where the exclusive Roma Express will take us to the port of Civitavecchia.

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Includes visits to religious monuments where entry will be refused to those with bare shoulders and bear knees, particularly women.

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Includes sightseeing tour by coach.

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This excursion is not recommended for persons with physical limitations or those who have difficulty walking.

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The excursion includes long walks, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes

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SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF ROME (Approximate duration: 6 hours. Lunch not included) If visiting Rome has always been a dream of yours, then this is the excursion for you. This tour is perfect for those who want to sit back in comfort to enjoy the panoramic views of the place known throughout the world as the 'eternal city'. Contemplate the beautiful waters of the Tyrrhenian Sea in the distance as we take a 90 minute journey through the typical Tuscan countryside.. Once in Rome, we will cross the walls of the Vatican, where we will see the Lungotevere and the monument commemorating the era of the Roman Empire - the Ara Pacis or Alter of Peace. We will then continue along the ancient Roman walls, passing through the famous Villa Borghese and entering the Porta Pinciana to the historic centre. We will travel along the elegant Via Veneto - a symbol of Italian dolce vita-, past the Piazza Venezia, the Colosseum, the Arch of Constantine, and the Circus Maximus. We will then make our way to the Trevi Fountain, where we will have some free time to go off and explore the Piazza Spagna and Piazza Navona or to sample the local cuisine in one of the many trattorias. After 45 minutes free time, we will return to the coach with our guide ready to make our way back to the ship.

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LIVORNO BEST OF FLORENCE (Approximate duration: 9 hours. Lunch not included) This excursion gives you the opportunity to discover the historic centre of Florence - considered an openair museum of the Renaissance period- and admire one of art's most important collections of paintings and sculptures, the Uffizi Gallery. Some of the most well-known works on display at the gallery include works from Italian masters such as Giotto, Simone Martini, Piero della Francesca, Fra Angelico, Filippo Lippi, Botticelli, Mantegna, Correggio, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio. The works of Flemish and Dutch masters are also represented by Rembrandt and Rubens. Accompanied by an expert guide, we will begin our tour in the Piazza in front of the Basilica di Santa Croce, a true symbol of Florentine art and a masterpiece of Italian architecture. Our journey then continues with a visit to the Uffizi Gallery and the magnificent Ponte Vecchio bridge over the River Arno. We then have some free time to sample the local cuisine or do some shopping before continuing on to the famous Piazza del Duomo, where we can explore the Cathedral and the Baptistery. We end our visit at the splendid Piazza della Signoria, the nerve centre of the city, where replicas of sculpture masterpieces such as Michelangelo's David are on display. At the time agreed with the guide, we return to the coach to make our back to the ship. NOTE: •

The excursion includes long walks, so we recommend wearing comfortable shoes

FLORENCE AND PISA (Approximate duration: 9 hours. Lunch not included) An unmissable excursion exploring two famous cities of Bella Italia. We leave the port by coach to travel to Florence accompanied by our guide. Once there, our official guide will take us to see the main sights, such as the exterior of the Cathedral of Santa Maria dei Fiori, the Ponte Vecchio or the Piazza della Signoria. We can then enjoy some free time to do some shopping or sample the local cuisine. At the agreed time, we return to the coach to make our way to Pisa, where we will visit the magnificent Piazza dei Miracoli, bordered by the Cathedral, the Baptistry and the famous Leaning Tower where Galileo carried out his experiments. After a visit to the Cathedral and the Baptistry, we will have some free time to buy souvenirs or take photographs. We then return to the coach to make our way back to the port. NOTE: •

Includes visits to religious monuments where entry will be refused to those with bare shoulders and bear knees, particularly women.

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Includes sightseeing tour by coach.

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FLORENCE TOUR (Duration: about 8h30)

* Lunch not included. * Includes visits into religious monuments. Entrance is forbidden with knees and shoulders uncovered, especially for women. * Long bus trip.

The essential tour of this "museum city" which was the cradle of the Renaissance. Enter the heart of Florence with its pedestrian area where you will be accompanied by a local guide. Then visit the famous Santa Maria dei Fiori Cathedral, the Santa Croce Basilica, the Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. There is some free time for lunch, to do your shopping or visit some of the interesting museums in Florence.

FLORENCE YOUR OWN (Duration: about 8h30) * Lunch not included. * Long bus trip.

This tour was created for those wishing to visit the city by themselves. You will be guided to a point near the pedestrian area where you will be provided with a map and some information for an enjoyable day. In Florence, you will have free time until the time indicated by your guide. Back to port.

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PISA (Duration: about 4h30)

* Lunch not included. * Includes visits into religious monuments. Entrance is forbidden with knees and shoulders uncovered, especially for women. * It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes.

From the port of Livorno you will be taken to Pisa by coach. Take a walking tour of the Piazza dei Miracoli, where you will meet your local guide. Discover the most famous monuments: The Leaning Tower (exterior visit), the Baptistery (Battistero ), the Monumental Cemetery (Camposanto Monumental) and the Cathedral decorated with marble and spectacular pulpits by Bonanno and Nicola Pisano. At the end of the tour you will have free time to explore the many small markets or buy a souvenir, or just to take some great photos.

PISA AND THE WINES OF TUSCANY (Duration: about 5h30)

* Lunch not included. * It is advisable to wear comfortable shoes.

On this tour, discover the great city of Pisa and enjoy a fine selection of wines from Tuscany. Take some free time in Pisa to visit the beautiful Piazza dei Miracoli, with its leaning tower and then take some time to make your purchases. Then, head the hills of the province of Lucca in Tuscany. Some of the world's finest wines are produced there, including the famous Chianti. Observe how the wine and oils are made on a visit to the vineyards. Enjoy tasting the typical local products and take some free time to select some of the best wines for yourself.

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TOULON AVIGNON & POPE’S PALACE Approximate duration: 8 hours

Experience the Medieval grandeur of Southern France during this scenic and memorable excursion to Avignon, and a visit to the Popes’ Palace. Depart the pier for the scenic, approximately 2 hours drive to Avignon, one of Europe’s most beautiful and well-preserved Medieval cities. Back in the 14th century, Avignon underwent a period of prosperity thanks to the Pope, who moved here with his court. Seven Popes and 2 anti popes reigned here in succession from 1309 to 1403. Upon arrival in Avignon, see the impressive, Medieval ramparts surrounding the city and the famous St. Benezet Bridge on the Rhône River. Next, proceed to the spectacular Popes’ Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Formerly a luxurious residential palace, it also served as a church and a fortress. During your interior visit, see the galleries, rooms and chapels that are now empty, and give an impression of austerity. Following your visit, some free time is made available for shopping in the centre of Avignon before reboarding your coach for the approximately 2 hours drive back to the pier.

AIX EN PROVENCE (Approximate duration: 5 hours) Discover the historic landmarks and beauty of Aix-en-Provence on-foot during this scenic and memorable walking tour through the Old town. Depart the pier for the approximately 70-minute drive inland to Aix-en-Provence, which was once the capital of Provence, an independent county at the time. Nowadays, Aix is a lively university and spa town with a sophisticated atmosphere. Upon arrival, take a guided walking tour through the romantic streets of Aix, and past its stately 17th- and 18th–century aristocratic mansions. Other sites to be seen include the famous Cours Mirabeau, an idyllic, tree-lined boulevard with beautiful fountains, the statues of King René of Provence and Anjou, as well as many outdoor cafés. In addition, learn about the great 19th–century master painter Paul Cézanne, who was born in Aix in 1839. At Cours Mirabeau, the main street in downtown, some free time is made available in Aix before reboarding the coach for the return drive to the pier.

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MARSEILLE & SHOPPING (Approximate duration: 5 hours) This excursion combines a scenic tour of the city of Marseilles with a shopping trip. The tour will start with a drive past the corniche Kennedy, a street running along the coast and offering a view of the islands located at the entrance of Marseilles. We will make a brief photo stop to take pictures at the Cathedral of Saint Marie Majeure, the Fortress of Saint John, the Romanesque church of San Lorenzo and admire the view of the city from the Church of Notre Dame de la Garde. We will do a panoramic drive on the Corniche Extension to the Escale Borely with the possibility of a small photo stop of the castle. At the end of the panoramic tour, the coach will take you to the area of the Old Port, where you will have free time to enjoy yourself shopping or browsing. "There will be only a short photo stop in the Park Borely."

BARCELONA BARCELONA AND GAUDI (Approximate duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes) We can enjoy a sightseeing tour of the city as we make our way to La Sagrada Familia (tour of the exterior), Gaudi's most emblematic work (still unfinished) and the finest example of his genius, a building which has today become a symbol of Barcelona around the world. We then continue on our tour to see both Casa Batlló and La Pedrera from outside. Both buildings were designed by Gaudi within a few years of each other. They are both in the same street and share some of the characteristic traits of Gaudi's architecture such as the undulating façades and the protruding windows. Time permitting, before returning to the port will take in the sights of Montjuïc. NOTE: •

This excursion is not recommended for persons with physical limitations or those who have difficulty walking.

TOUR OF BARCELONA (Approximate duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes) This excursion gives you the chance to see the very best of Barcelona, explore the Gothic Quarter and spend some free time shopping for any last minute gifts.

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We will call at one of the city's most well-known symbols, La Sagrada Familia, for a chance to take some photographs. Work began on the construction of this sanctuary of a thousand needles over 100 years ago and is still on-going today. Since the Barcelona Olympics in 1992, the temple has become an emblem of the city and an ecclesiastical tribute to its architect Antonio Gaudi. Our tour continues on foot through the narrow streets of the medieval Gothic Quarter, with its incredible atmosphere and wealth of historic buildings. We will visit the Gothic Cathedral which was built between 1298 and 1450 upon the remains of a Roman temple dedicated to Hercules and which has an interior adorned with columns and stained glass dating back to the middle ages. Before we make our way back to the port, we will have time to admire some of the city's most important modernist buildings along Paseo de Gràcia, the memorial to Christopher Columbus and the Plaza Cataluña, as well as a journey along Avenida de la Diagonal and Avenida de Josep Tarradellas. The coach will then climb to Montjuïc, passing by the Stadium and Olympic Ring from the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. On completing our sightseeing tour we will make our way back to the port. NOTE: •

Includes sightseeing tour by coach.

SIGHTSEEING TOUR OF BARCELONA + TRANSFER (Approximate duration: 3 hours and 30 minutes) This excursion gives you the chance to see the very best of Barcelona, explore the Gothic Quarter and spend some free time shopping for any last minute gifts. We will call at one of the city's most well-known symbols, La Sagrada Familia, for a chance to take some photographs. Work began on the construction of this sanctuary of a thousand needles over 100 years ago and is still on-going today. Since the Barcelona Olympics in 1992, the temple has become an emblem of the city and an ecclesiastical tribute to its architect Antonio Gaudi. Our tour continues on foot through the narrow streets of the medieval Gothic Quarter, with its incredible atmosphere and wealth of historic buildings. We will visit the Gothic Cathedral which was built between 1298 and 1450 upon the remains of a Roman temple dedicated to Hercules and which has an interior adorned with columns and stained glass dating back to the middle ages. Before we make our way back to the port, we will have time to admire some of the city's most important modernist buildings along Paseo de Gràcia, the memorial to Christopher Columbus and the Plaza Cataluña, as well as a journey along Avenida de la Diagonal and Avenida de Josep Tarradellas. The coach will then climb to Montjuïc, passing by the Stadium and Olympic Ring from the 1992 Barcelona Olympic Games. At the end of the sightseeing tour you will be taken to the airport or to the city centre.

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