Follow the tides of history with overnight stays in Barcelona and Venice. Marvel at the historic treasures of Montpellier. Stroll among the romance of Marseille and the glamour of Monte Carlo. Stay overnight in Renaissance Tuscany, and see ancient Rome and elegant Naples. Sail around Italy’s boot via Sicilian Messina, the pristine ports of Crotone and Bari, and the remarkable Old Town of Šibenik.
Price Per Night:$162.58 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
London (Southampton), England, Seville (Cadiz), Spain, Heraklion, Greece, Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey, Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Santorini, Greek Isle, Greece, Messina, Italy, Messina Strait, Italy, Malaga, London (Southampton), England
Unforgettable experiences await on this 19-night Mediterranean adventure. Explore ancient ruins, sample delicious food, and get lost among colorful, picturesque streets, to name a few.
Price Per Night:$329.90 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Sail the Caribbean Sea, Philipsburg, Sail the Atlantic Ocean, Madeira (Funchal), Sail the Atlantic Ocean, Sail the Mediterranean Sea, Barcelona, Montpellier (Sète), Marseille...
Explore the enchanting Caribbean landscapes and half-French, half-Dutch culture of St. Martin. Traverse the Atlantic Ocean to discover the Portuguese influence and tropical beauty of the "Garden Island" of Madeira. Sail the legendary Mediterranean Sea, where you will immerse yourself in the Catalonian charms of Barcelona, be captivated by the glamour of the French Riviera in Monte Carlo and admire Renaissance masterpieces in Tuscan Florence.
Uncover the best of the Mediterranean aboard Norwegian Escape. Admire breathtaking views of Naples from high above the city in the historical Certosa di San Martino, a former monastery turned museum perched atop the Vomero hill. On the Spanish island of Ibiza, explore the pristine Parc Natural de Ses Salines that encompasses dramatic coastal cliffs, pristine beaches and shimmering salt planes.
A perfect blend of antiquity and artistry, this 14-day cruise sails from the ancient ruins of Athens and makes a dozen port stops in Greece, Italy and France before disembarking among the contemporary architecture and gleaming, cosmopolitan wonders of Barcelona, Spain. Stroll the narrow streets inside the concealed medieval walls of Monemvasia, Greece and take an exhilarating tour of Corsica’s narrow winding coastal roads outside Calvi, France.
Price Per Night:$519.90 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Lisbon, Portimao, Casablanca, Cádiz, Tangier, Málaga, Cartagena, Barcelona
Discover unforgettable destinations overlooked by larger cruise lines during this 10-day Western Mediterranean cruise that visits historic landmarks and little-known spaces in Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. Wander warm sandy beaches near Portimao or board a small boat bound for caves and bronze- and umber-hued rock formations at the Alfanzina Grotto. Sip fino and oloroso sherries in a quiet cellar outside of Cádiz. Barter for handmade jewelry and handpainted ceramics in a crowded souk.
Price Per Night:$149.95 (USD) (based on double occupancy, for comparison only)
Itinerary:
Cape Town, South Africa, Walvis Bay, Namibia, Dakar, Senegal, Tenerife, Canary Islands, Madeira, Portugal, London (Southampton), England, Hamburg, Germany
Swap Cape Town’s mountain scenery for the decks of Queen Anne on this 20-night voyage. Discover Tudor houses in Southampton, African art in Dakar, and botanic bliss in Funchal’s flora-filled gardens.