Travel on board the world's most beautiful yacht to see the impressive backdrops to great moments in history. Discover medieval remnants of history in Croatia and visit the last vestiges of the mighty Roman Empire in Rome. You can marvel at the art treasures in Florence, whilst the savoir-vivre of the noble Côte d’Azur is an inviting place to spend some relaxing hours. Accept our invitation to enjoy some time you will never forget.
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Save € 400 by combining cruises EUR1408 and EUR1409 or by combining cruises EUR1409 and EUR1410.
When you book cruise EUR1409 or the cruise combination EUR140809, you can enjoy a free scheduled flight in economy class to/from Germany as a thank you from us. Additionally, if you book post-cruise programme A in Barcelona, you will only need to pay the surcharge for the programme – we will cover the travel arrangements from the cruise arrival point.
When you book cruise EUR1409 or the cruise combination EUR140809, you can enjoy a free scheduled flight in economy class to/from Germany as a thank you from us. Additionally, if you book post-cruise programme A in Barcelona, you will only need to pay the surcharge for the programme – we will cover the travel arrangements from the cruise arrival point.
At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Scheduled flight Germany – Venice
Transfer for embarkation on the EUROPA
Venice/Italy, 22.00 hrs departure
Venice/Italy
Arrive in the Venetian Lagoon a little earlier and enjoy Venice as part of a private travel arrangement*.
Ravenna, 7.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Ravenna/Italy
Used to decorate Byzantine churches, golden chapels in the bishops' palace and an imperial mausoleum, Ravenna's magnificent mosaics* are incredibly beautiful and famous all over the world. You can also see natural beauty by bicycle amongst the pine hedges, tall poplars and thick reeds of the Po Delta natural park*.
Split, 8.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Split/Croatia
Follow in the footsteps of Emperor Diocletian: the ancient palace and the walls of the cathedral stand as testament to the Roman ruler and you can visit his place of birth at the Salona excavations*. Medieval Trogir* is also steeped in history and you can get a wonderful view of its charming narrow streets from the cathedral.
Kotor, 8.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Kotor/Montenegro
This breathtaking fjord cuts deep into the hillsides and the historic buildings of Kotor* recount a colourful history going back 2000 years. A scenic journey* will reveal the most stunning parts of Montenegro – the old town of Budva*, for example, which has been restored to its former glory, or the mountain village of Njegusi*.
Relaxation at sea
Valletta, 6.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Valletta/Malta
Before the Knights of St. John raised their flag over the fortress city, Mdina* served as a residence for the crusaders. The former capital is still captivating today, with its early Baroque cathedral. There is another impressive sacred building to see in Mosta*: the third largest domed church in Europe. The Baroque San Anton Gardens are well worth a visit, as are natural beauties in the wild such as the "Azure Window“ in Gozo* – a boat trip will take you to Malta's idyllic sister island.
Trapani, 9.00 hrs – 19.00 hrs
Trapani/Sicily/Italy
The cityscape of Trapani*, which once served as a port for the Elymian city of Erice*, has been shaped by the Normans, Spanish and Aragonese. One of Sicily's most important ancient sites is Selinunt*. Walk through the acropolis and the temple district and let yourself be transported into the world of the ancient Greeks. At a tasting of the eponymous sweet wines of Marsala* you will be able to raise your glasses to the beauty of the Sicilian coastline.
Ponza, 8.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Civitavecchia (Rome), 7.00 hrs – 19.00 hrs
Civitavecchia (Rome)/Italy
Welcome to the "Eternal City" of Rome*. Whether you are visiting the Colosseum, the Forum Romanum or the Spanish Steps, with every step you will be walking on ground that is charged with history. At St. Peter's Basilica you will be in the very heart of Vatican City. Masterpieces such as the Pietà by Michelangelo make the impressive interior a truly unforgettable sight. In the 13th century, popes still resided in the medieval town of Viterbo*, which along with the Etruscan town of Tuscania* is a pretty reminder of days gone by.
Bonifacio, 8.00 hrs – 18.00 hrs
Evening passage through the Strait of Bonifacio
Livorno (Florence), 7.00 hrs – 22.00 hrs
Livorno (Florence)/Italy
Florence* is the birthplace of the Renaissance and is fascinating with its vast collection of works of art, which were collected by the Medici family in the Uffizi. Botticelli, da Vinci and Dürer are just some of the renowned artists whose works can be seen here. Another treasure trove of history is Lucca*, with its landmark tower built by the Guinigi family of merchants. Five oak trees have been growing on its roof since the 14th century.
Cannes, 13.00 hrs arrival
Cannes/France
Stroll along the Croisette or enjoy exclusive views of the Côte d’Azur on your way to Nice*. The picturesque medieval town of St. Paul de Vence* is a haven for art lovers with its numerous galleries.
Cannes, 16.00 hrs departure
Marseille, 7.00 hrs – 17.00 hrs
Barcelona/Spain, 7.00 hrs arrival
Transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
* These arrangements are not included in the cruise price. The shore activities listed here are in the planning stage and are subject to changes.
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For over 20 years, the Verbier Festival has been bringing established artists and up-and-coming talent together. In this time, it has developed into an internationally renowned music festival. On cruise EUR1409, you can enjoy listening to some of the most brilliant soloists from the Verbier Festival during exclusive concerts on board the EUROPA. Enjoy an exceptional classical music event on the most beautiful yacht in the world.