Explorer 2009 Mediterranean cruise holiday

This mediterranean cruise is a fabulous opportunity to enjoy the best experiences of the Western Med. It’ll give you a chance to find out what makes this region so special. You’ll be cruising on the Island Escape or the Island Star.
Highlights of this med cruise include calls to Cannes and Gaudi’s Barcelona, Florence and Pisa from Livorno, and Milan from Genoa.
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Cruise Day 1 Palma, Majorca
Palma was selected as the departure location because it’s a perfect place to get into the Mediterranean lifestyle. All Mediterranean cruises start here.

Cruise Day 2 At Sea

Cruise Day 3 Livorno, Italy
Your stop in Livorno will give you access to legendary landmarks like Florence, the capital of Renaissance art, and the famous Leaning Tower, cathedral and baptistery located in Pisa.

Cruise Day 4 Genoa, Italy
Take a day trip to Milan from the stop in Genoa. Milan is Europe’s fashion capital so there’s plenty to see. Sites you may want to visit include La Scala opera house, the Duomo cathedral, and the Gallaria Vittorio Emanuele, Milan’s elegant arcade.

Cruise Day 5 Toulon, France
Toulon is a well-placed and welcoming naval base along the coast with a welcoming past. This stop is just a short drive to Marseille and St. Tropez on the stylish French Riviera. You’ll get a chance to enjoy the stunning coastline views and take plenty of pictures.

Cruise Day 6 Barcelona, Spain
There’s plenty for you to see and explore in Barcelona. Visit the famous Benedictine monastery in Monserrat, one of the greatest religious shrines in Spain. Explore Las Ramblas, the Gothic Quarters. Marvel at Gaudi’s works.

Cruise Day 7 Valencia, Spain
Modern meets quaint in Valencia. You’ll get to enjoy the very modern City of Arts and Sciences leisure complex which isn’t far from the bustling flower markets and quaint paella restaurants. You’ll also get the opportunity to enjoy more than 250 types of birds in La Albufera nature reserve.

Cruise Day 8 Palma, Majorca
On the final day, your cruise ends where it began in Palma, Majorca.

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