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    Offering our most extensive exploration of any European region, these spectacular cruises venture from one alluring port of call to another, lingering in each to experience the bountiful pleasures. Overnight in legendary Venice. Linger on the beach in chic Saint-Tropez. Meander through the medieval heart of Dubrovnik. Delight in a hearty paella dinner in a seaside café in Barcelona. Roam the Tuscan countryside, celebrating the beautiful landscape and tasting the fine wines and delicious olive oils that are the fruits of its fertile lands. It's all possible.
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Ionian Passage

Ionian Passage

7-day Cruise from Rome to Venice onboard Riviera

Travel between the seats of power of the Old World, from the ancient treasures of Rome to shimmering Venice, the artistic powerhouse of the ages. In between, a unique selection of ports beckons. The narrow cobblestone streets and wrought iron balconies of Amalfi, Positano, Sorrento and Capri pose for your camera at every turn, inspiring you to capture images of these charming towns that will be indelibly etched in your memory. The Teatro Greco in Taormina perches on the Sicilian cliffs overlooking the sea. Greece casts its spell in charming Corfu and laid-back Zakynthos, while Dubrovnik's rich maritime history rivals that of Venice in the Middle Ages.

Glorious Shores

Glorious Shores

12-day Cruise from Venice to Barcelona onboard Marina

Spend the evening in two of Europe's most acclaimed destinations during overnight visits at the beginning and end of your cruise. A gondola ride at sunset along the silvery strands of Venice's famous canals can only be matched by a late night dinner in bold but sophisticated Barcelona. Experience these glorious shores with a glass of limoncello on a terrace overlooking the sea in Sorrento, a promenade along the yacht-filled harbor of Monte Carlo, and a panoramic view of the Ionian Sea from Corfu's citadel. The Renaissance delights of Florence, the Roman grandeur of the Eternal City and the medieval history of both Kotor and Marseille are all equally captivating.

Venetian Vignettes

Venetian Vignettes

12-day Cruise from Venice to Barcelona onboard Riviera

Around every street corner in every port on this voyage, a fascinating new scene awaits discovery, each one further revealing the culture, cuisine and history of these marvelous destinations. Begin your cruise with a clandestine kiss under Venice's romantic Bridge of Sighs. From Livorno, travel to the hilltop Tuscan village of San Gimignano and explore the winding lanes of this walled medieval town. Enjoy seafood paella at a waterfront café in Barcelona or classic flatbread in a local restaurant along the Piazzetta of Capri. Cast a coin into Rome's Trevi Fountain. Sip a martini in Monte Carlo's famed Hotel de Paris, or view Mount Etna from the cliffs of Taormina.

Mediterranean Serenade

Mediterranean Serenade

10-day Cruise from Barcelona to Monte Carlo onboard Insignia

SOOTHING SOUNDS OF THE MEDITERRANEAN | Whether it is the sound of the gentle waves lapping at the shores of the glamorous beaches of Saint-Tropez or the warm breeze winding its way through the umbrella pine trees of Provence, the Mediterranean has a music of its own that has been calling to travelers for centuries. The pounding rhythms of flamenco dancers will keep time in Palma de Mallorca. Just off the coast from Porto Cervo, the lively plazas on the island of La Maddalena beckon tourists to surrender to the Mediterranean way of life. Meanwhile, the bells of St. Peter’s Basilica, the oldest one dating to 1288, echo across the historic city of Rome. · A trip to Sa Cova winery on Ibiza offers a fascinating look at the history of winemaking on this picturesque island · Just outside Sorrento, marvel at the excavated ruins of Pompeii, frozen in time after a devastating volcanic eruption in 79 AD and now one of the finest representations of an Italian city at the height of the Roman Empire · The cheers of ancient throngs can be still be heard in the ruins of the Colosseum, where gladiators once fought epic life-and-death battles · A towering monument to man’s imperfection and ingenuity, the Leaning Tower of Pisa was finally stabilized for the first time in 2008

Majestic Coasts

Majestic Coasts

12-day Cruise from Lisbon to Rome onboard Nautica

A VOYAGE OF CONTRASTS | Spanning two continents and six countries, this journey explores the unique history and beauty of different cultures united by the Mediterranean Sea. The Muslim call to prayer at the Hassan II Mosque brings into stark contrast the customs of this continent only nine miles from Spain across the Strait of Gibraltar. The essence of small town life in Spain is captured in the sparkling white houses with red-tiled roofs and twisting cobblestone streets of Mijas, just outside of Málaga. The history of Antibes can be found in the artifacts, sculptures and amphorae on display in the archaeological museum situated atop the Promenade Amiral de Grasse. The Habous District in Casablanca offers an excellent opportunity to shop for Moroccan goods as well as a glimpse at daily life in this lively city Modern life in Barcelona bustles along Passeig de Gràcia, a wide avenue lined with fashionable shops and several Art Nouveau buildings by Gaudí A tasting of regional wines, cheeses and breads in Nice offers an intimate experience of French culture The only bridge in Florence to survive World War II, Ponte Vecchio was built in 1345 and is home to jewelers, art dealers and souvenir merchants