This dazzling itinerary takes in the best of the Western Mediterranean, beginning with the wonders of Rome and its elegant jumble of streets and palazzos. Continue your Italian adventure with an island adventure in Sardinia, then enjoy someCrystal Serenity comfort as you sail to Tunis and a day exploring the city’s souks. Three exquisite Spanish destinations complete your cruise: Majorca’s Palma, futuristic Valencia, and ever-effervescent Barcelona.

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Discover the charming port town of Civitavecchia, the gateway to Rome and the treasures of the Eternal City. Venture through Civitavecchia, noted for its fine seafood and beautiful monuments. Then, travel to Rome, with more than 2,500 years of history and ancient landmarks that will leave you with memories for a lifetime.

Set sail to Sardinia, the Mediterranean’s second-largest island, and prepare to be enchanted by its stunning coastline, crystal-clear waters, and rich cultural heritage. Located off the western coast of Italy, this captivating destination offers a diverse landscape featuring rugged mountains, pristine beaches, and charming villages.

Bathed in the warm waters of the southern Mediterranean, Tunis is a blend of Maghreb flair and French style. Visit the magnificent Az-Zaytunah mosque, the most sacred religious site in the country. Take a dip in the hot baths, built by the Romans. Or experience the sights and sounds of one of the exotic souks (bazaars).

Palma de Mallorca, rich in monuments of many ages, was founded by the Romans more than 2,000 years ago. A magnificent rose-colored Gothic cathedral dominates the palm-fringed waterfront of its urban center. Mallorca, known as the "Island of Tranquility," is the largest and most developed of the Balearic group. Steep mountains, serene valleys and wide plains form its varied landscape. Visit the island`s quaint villages and the monastery where George Sand and Frederic Chopin spent a winter.

You cannot visit Majorca without including the Drach Caves and experience the world&rsquo;s largest underground lakes while exploring the caves.&nbsp;&nbsp; Travel to the historic fishing village of Porto Cristo to explore the famous Drach Caves. See the three main caves, Cueva Negra, Cueva Blanca, and Cueva Luis Salvator, before reaching La Ventana and catching a glimpse of the stunning Lago Martel &mdash; one of the world&#39;s largest undergrounds lakes, and experience a concert performed on a boat as you journey across the lake.&nbsp;&nbsp; Before returning to the ship, there will be a stop in Manacor to see the gorgeous collection of pearls in its renowned pearl factory, whereas well you&rsquo;ll have time to browse for souvenirs.&nbsp; &nbsp;

You cannot visit Majorca without including the Drach Caves and experience the world&rsquo;s largest underground lakes while exploring the caves.&nbsp;

Drach Caves & Pearl Factory 

Visit the beautiful mountain town of Valldemossa, declared World Heritage Site by UNESCO, exploring the narrow streets and shops and enjoy a tour round the Carthusian Monastery where once was the home of composer Frederic Chopin and writer George Sand. There you&rsquo;ll be treated to a short piano concert. Next, you&#39;ll drive to Deia, a bohemian village perched on a hill overlooking the Mediterranean. Home to many artists, writers, and musicians, Deia has inspired works by Robert Graves, Pablo Picasso, and Joan Mir&oacute;, among others. You&#39;ll feel the creative and laid-back atmosphere as you walk through the alleys towards one of the most exclusive resorts on the island where you will have lunch, its restaurant showcases, some incredible works of Miro. Finally, we&#39;ll arrive at Son Marroig, a stately house and estate that belonged to the Archduke Ludwig Salvator of Austria, here will enjoy some incredible views over Mallorca&acute;s coastline.

Welcome to Mallorca, one of the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean Sea. Today, we&#39;ll take you on a scenic tour of three charming spots that showcase the island&#39;s beauty, history, and culture: Valldemossa, Deia, and Son Morroig. You&rsquo;ll also enjoy a fantastic lunch at one of the most exclusive resorts on the island.<span class='EOP SCXW206285217 BCX0' data-ccp-props='{&#39;134233117&#39;:true,&#39;134233118&#39;:true,&#39;201341983&#39;:0,&#39;335551550&#39;:6,&#39;335551620&#39;:6,&#39;335559739&#39;:0,&#39;335559740&#39;:240}'>&nbsp;&nbsp;

Valldemossa & Deia

Enjoy the contrasting scenery on an island drive before heading north into the mountains to visit one of Majorca&rsquo;s most beautiful villages.&nbsp;&nbsp; Sit back and take in the highlights of Palma. The coach will sweep along the seafront passing the magnificent, honey-colored Cathedral and the Almudaina Palace. As you make your way through the main streets of Palma, your guide will point out sights such as Paseo Born, the Gran Hotel, the Teatro Principal and the tree lined Rambla with its typical flower market.&nbsp;&nbsp; Leaving the city behind, you&rsquo;ll head through pine forest landscapes, almond and olive groves until you&rsquo;ll get to Valldemossa. Crowned by the spire of its Carthusian monastery, which slowly lifts the gaze to the Tramuntana&#39;s wooded slopes, Valldemossa is one of the island&#39;s most eye-catching sights. Set on a gentle rise, the village insists on aimless wandering and chance discoveries along pinched lanes, as breathtaking vistas onto the surrounding valley and hills and pockets of almost indescribable charm await. The allure of Valldemossa&#39;s tree-lined, cobbled lanes, stout stone houses and impressive villas makes it best to be discovered away from the crowds and find a part of Valldemossa for yourself and revel in its manifold beauty.&nbsp; You will enjoy olive oil tasting inside the Carthusian Monastery, before making your way back to the city. A stop at Bellver Castle will be done before returning to the ship. &nbsp;

Enjoy the contrasting scenery on an island drive before heading north into the mountains to visit one of Majorca&rsquo;s most beautiful villages. Enjoy olive oil tasting inside the Carthusian Monastery.

Palma, Mysterious Monastery & Castle 

A unique experience to admire Mallorca&rsquo;s natural wonders from an exceptional perspective as we paddle aboard a kayak. Inlets with crystal-clear water and unexplored caves are ready to welcome those looking for an alternative way of discovering the best of the island&rsquo;s maritime beauty. &nbsp; Leave the port behind, to reach the center where your experience begins: an instructor hands out the equipment and briefly explains you how to use it to make the most of the island&rsquo;s beauty.&nbsp; Mallorca&#39;s coastline shape makes it the ideal destination for those who want to explore its crystal clear waters on a kayak to discover caves and inlets only accessible from the sea and other natural wonders.&nbsp; A local kayak guide takes you along the rugged rocky coast populated by crevices and caves of an unspoiled beauty. As you paddle along the tranquil turquoise waters, you reach heavenly bays and secluded inlets on an adventure that is also suitable for beginners.

Enjoy a kayak experience along the rugged rocky coast or Mallorca, populated by crevices and caves of an unspoiled beauty. As you paddle along the tranquil turquoise waters, you reach heavenly bays and secluded inlets on an adventure that is also suitable for beginners.&nbsp;

Kayaking the Mallorca Coast

Mallorca means white sand beaches, paradise coves and pine forests bathing in turquoise waters. The mallorcans proudly used to say that &ldquo;Mallorca has everything&rdquo;, because Majorca is a place where tradition and history, a charming country lifestyle, imposing mountains and unforgettable landscapes, surrounded by a sea of crystal-clear water, live in an island to fall in love. &nbsp; Have a great day navigating with a fantastic sailboat and experienced skippers. You will visit the hidden coves of the Palma Bay. If you would like to navigate, you can participate and support the captain. &nbsp; Debark your cruise ship, take a short transfer to the Club Nautic of Palma de Mallorca and get ready to discover the city of Palma de Mallorca from the sea.&nbsp;&nbsp; You will receive instructions before you board and enjoy this unforgettable sailing along the Bay of Palma. You will be able to admire the marina, the bay, and the imposing Cathedral from the comfort of a boat. &nbsp; Breathe in the Mediterranean breeze and relax while sailing the Mallorcan crystal waters.&nbsp; Next, recharge your energies with a nice lunch onboard the boat.&nbsp;&nbsp; After a day of sea exploration around Palma Bay, get ready to make your way back to the pier.&nbsp;

Enjoy this unforgettable sailing along the Bay of Palma. You will be able to admire the marina, the bay, and the imposing Cathedral from the comfort of a boat. Breathe in the Mediterranean breeze, relax, snorkel and swim in the crystal waters.<span class='EOP SCXW250691399 BCX0' data-ccp-props='{&#39;134233117&#39;:true,&#39;134233118&#39;:true,&#39;201341983&#39;:0,&#39;335551550&#39;:6,&#39;335551620&#39;:6,&#39;335559739&#39;:0,&#39;335559740&#39;:240}'>&nbsp;

Exclusive Mallorca Sailing with lunch

A Minibus will pick you up in the terminal and transfer to Paguera, where you will collect the Polaris Slingshot Manual Transmission Formula Car&nbsp;and sign the rental contracts. After an explanation by your guide, start your wonderful tour on the coast of Mallorca towards Palma. Leave Paguera bordering the coast of Calvi&agrave; and pass through the points of greatest interest to arrive at your first stop at the beautiful Island of Malgratz. Move on to the capital of Mallorca, Palma and pass by the Nautical Club and in front of the Cathedral. Make your second stop at the Marina del Oeste to take some nice pictures before you return along the Paseo Maritimo, in the direction of Port Andratx. For your third stop, depending on the time and traffic, stop in Port Andratx, an exclusive and beautiful area in the southwest of the island. From there, return to the initial point passing the mountains with beautiful views of the golf camps of Camp de Mar. Once the tour is finalized in Paguera, a minibus will bring you back to the ship.

A unique outdoor experience. driving a Polaris Slingshot Manual Transmission Formula Car&nbsp;through the breathtaking scenery of Mallorca. Have fun and enjoy the fantastic views and a driving sensation that you will leave you unforgettable memories.

Mallorca Formula Cars

Join us on a discovery of the beautiful city of Palma de Mallorca on foot. Our experience begins with a short bus transfer to the city center, for an outside view of the iconic Cathedral of Santa Maria, where we&#39;ll marvel at the stunning gothic architecture and learn about its rich history.&nbsp; Next, we&#39;ll take a stroll through some of the city&#39;s hidden courtyards, uncovering the secrets and charm of these secluded spots. The &ldquo;patios&rdquo; were inextricably linked to the urban side of Palma; spaces the inhabitants of the capital moved around, which were an extension of the streets of our historic city center. In fact, Palma old town was divided into different neighborhoods. Afterwards, you will have a chance to taste the local gastronomy. In a very traditional bakery, you will be able to taste the well-known pastry &lsquo;ensaimada&rsquo;. Before returning to the ship, you will also have the chance to take a picture of Bellver Castle.

Visit the city of Las Palmas de Mallorca, by uncovering the secrets and charm of courtyards which reveal how people used to live and still do. You&rsquo;ll also have the chance to taste one of the most famous Mallorcan sweet &ldquo;La ensaimada&rdquo;.&nbsp;

Palma City Walking Exploration with Local Delight

From the port, lay back and relax as you drive towards Mallorca&rsquo;s hinterland, the UNESCO listed Tramuntana Mountains, splashed with the terraces that march up from the coast, offering a spectacular view. Reach Soller, an ochre town that lies in a valley surrounded by grey-green hills and accounts of orange and lemon groves. Be inspired by its graceful modernist architecture and galleries, before reaching the vintage tram, who will take you on a scenic drive to the Port with the same name Port of Soller. Get off the tram and reach a local bar, where you will be offered a freshly pressed orange juice. The guide will then lead you though the town. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant and time permitting a little free time. Reboard the coach and reach Fornalutx, which calls itself the prettiest village in Spain and it is hard to disagree. It is a quiet little place at the top of a valley and has wonderful mountain views. Literally, meaning &#39;oven light &lsquo;, it is true that this adorable stone-built town is always honored by the Balearic sun. The mountainous backdrop means Fornalutx is postcard pretty, and the effect is heightened as you draw near, with green shuttered windows, flower boxes, well-kept gardens and flourishing citrus groves. Many of the houses are owned by expats (Germans and British in the main). After a walk through its narrow and cobbled streets, reboard your coach to make your way back to the city.

Visit two of the most picturesque villages of Mallorca, surrounded by grey-green hills and numerous of orange and lemon groves. Ride&nbsp;a vintage tram and enjoy a typical lunch at the seaside.

Towns of Soller & Fornalutx

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private car and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for four hours. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person (only one person in the party needs to book it). Private cars accommodate a maximum of two guests seated in the back of the vehicle. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Departure times for half-day vehicle services are limited to morning or afternoon departures only, based on availability. Unfortunately, half-day services are not available for mid-day departures (ex: from 11am - 3 pm, or 10pm - 2pm). Requests for this experience require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated.

For guests wishing to explore independently, Crystal is pleased to offer this private vehicle service and English-speaking guide.&nbsp;

Private Half-Day Car & English-Speaking Guide - Palma de Mallorca

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private car and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for eight hours. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person (only one person in the party needs to book it). Private cars accommodate a maximum of two guests seated in the back of the vehicle. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this experience require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated. &nbsp;

For guests wishing to explore independently, Crystal is pleased to offer this private vehicle service and English-speaking guide.

Private Full-Day Car & English-Speaking Guide - Palma de Mallorca

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for four hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person. Only one person needs to book it. Private vans accommodate a maximum of four guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. Departure times for half-day vehicle services are limited to morning or afternoon departures only, based on availability.&nbsp;Unfortunately, half-day services are not available for mid-day departures, from 10:00am to 1:30pm. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated.

Private Half-Day Van & English-Speaking Guide - Palma de Mallorca

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for eight hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person. Only one person needs to book it. Private vans accommodate a maximum of four guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated.

Private Full-Day Van & English-Speaking Guide - Palma de Mallorca

Sunbathe in one of Spain’s most exhilarating cities. Valencia is vibrant town with dynamic nightlife, outdoor activities and sports, and its mezcla of architectural wonders. In Old Town, see everything from a 15th-century palaces, to recent wonders of modern art. 

A tantalizing experience begins as you travel south to the Albufera marshes. This fragile ecosystem, with its large lake separated from the sea by a great natural sand barrier, enjoys the protection of various environmental organizations, providing a haven for thousands of migratory aquatic birds as they fly south to Africa.On arrival at the Albufera reserve, you will board an albufarenc, a small, rustic canoe that has been used to travel around the lake for generations. Traditional Valencian houses called barracas provide an atmospheric backdrop as you paddle across the water and take in the lovely views.Cruising along the gentle waives of the lake may stir up your appetite. You are in luck, as you are about to be treated to a local culinary tradition: the making of paella. First created by Valencians in this very area, the delicious rice dish is today considered the national dish of Spain.Your canoe docking at a barraca, meet a local chef who will demonstrate how to prepare authentic paella. Taste the delicious results during a savory lunch, complete with appetizers, beverages and dessert.Having satisfied your craving for a taste of Valencian life, return to the pier with a motor-coach journey of approximately one hour, enjoying panoramic views of Valencia along the way.

Indulge in a feast for the senses during an excursion to Albufera nature reserve for a scenic lake cruise aboard a canoe called an albufarenc, followed by a paella-making demonstration and lunch at a characteristic lakeside home.

Albufera Canoe Ride & Paella Valenciana

Gain an in-depth look at Valencia and its vast ancient, modern, and contemporary heritage, with a focus on architecture and art by the hand of a local architect.Your first stop will be the face-washing change that experienced the port area. In this area the famous American Cup building, Veles e Vents designed by the prestigious architect David Chipperfield will attract your eyes and interest. Here, you will better understand what this place means and why it has such an importance in Valencia&#39;s image towards the world. Reboard your coach and admire the urbanistic change that area of the river Turia has experienced, converting the area into a space that connects perfectly with nature and the monumental architecture. Take a detour and ride over the wave-like futuristic bridges that connect the old part and the new part of the city. The views over the highlight of the visit, are spectacular! From here you can see the City of Arts Sciences, this massive futuristic complex including the Palau de les Arts, L&#39;Hemisféric, el Museo de las Ciències, L&#39;Umbracle o L&#39;Oceanogràfic. All of which are deserving of a place in a science fiction movie! In fact, through the hands of the architect, you will learn the real meaning of this complex for Valencia, and the figure of Santiago Calatrava as ambassador of the city. Why did it take almost 10 years to be built? How come the budget for such a complex got tripled by the completion of the work? Why was the Agora (the blue building) empty? All these and many other questions will be answered.

Gain an in-depth look at Valencia and its vast ancient, modern, and contemporary heritage, with a focus on architecture and art by the hand of a local architect.

City of Arts with an Architect

Although the canvas of Valencia is painted with the rich hues of its diverse past, the future of the city has already arrived in the complex of the City of Arts and Sciences. Today is your chance to see past and present complement each other in this metropolis with an expedition past important city sights and a comprehensive visit to the L&rsquo;Oceanographic, the largest marine park in Europe and the third biggest in the world with a total extension of 110.000 m&sup2;.&nbsp; Marvel at approximately 500 different specimens of marine life representing varied world climatic zones, all showcased in arched tanks designed for you to pass under, allowing the sea life to swim overhead.&nbsp; It has, also, the longest submarine transparent tunnel in Europe with a length of 230 feet (70 meters) that will allow us to cross from the Atlantic Ocean to the Caribbean in a few minutes. With a total amount of 42 million liters of water, in different pools and tanks, the Aquarium reproduces the ecosystems of the most important oceans and seas. The structure is divided in two sections: one area holds fish and invertebrate animals and the other one keeps all kind of marine mammals. A big central lake surrounds the many thematic buildings, which are connected between them by wood footbridges.&nbsp;After enjoying some free time, return to the pier.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp;

Although the canvas of Valencia is painted with the rich hues of its diverse past, the future of the city has already arrived in the complex of the City of Arts and Sciences. Today is your chance to see past and present complement each other in this metropolis with an expedition past important city sights and a comprehensive visit to the L&rsquo;Oceanographic.&nbsp;

Panoramic Valencia & L&#39;Oceanographic Aquarium

From the pier, you will travel by motor coach some 20 miles (32 kms) north to the coastal city of Sagunto. Battles with Hannibal and settlements by the Romans, Goths, Moors and Christians have left their mark here. Perched on a promontory, a massive castle is protected by walls extending far into the distance. Just below the castle lies a magnificent 1st-century Roman theatre, boasting incredible natural acoustics and recently restored for a wide range of cultural events. On your guided walk through the old town of Sagunto, you will see several monuments and medieval buildings including the central arcaded Plaza Mayor, with the Gothic Church of Santa Maria and Town Hall, and the old Jewish Quarter. &nbsp; Next, you will travel about ten miles to Vall D&rsquo;Uxo, site of the fascinating San Jose Caves. Here, you will board a boat for the 40-minute cruise along the subterranean river and its captivating caverns, such as The Bat Cave, The Oven Door, Diana&rsquo;s Lake, The Blue Lagoon and The Medusa. You will also notice paintings which date back 14,000 years.&nbsp;&nbsp; All too soon, return to your ship.

The site of mighty battles and settlements by various peoples over many centuries, Sagunto tells a tale of struggle and victory. Nearby, the labyrinthine caves of San Jos&eacute; await your discovery and delight.

Sagunto & San Jose Caves

Panoramic drive of Valencia, which extents along the Turia River, whose course was recently deviated and whose riverbed today host precious gardens enjoyed both by locals and visitors. Drive along the modernist train station and the bull ring and other landmarks such as Torre Serrano, until reaching the City of Arts &amp; Sciences, the largest cultural-educational complex in Europe, combining science and learning in an entertaining way for people of all ages designed by the Valencian architect Santiago Calatrava.&nbsp; It has been built over a 2 miles (3 kms) stretch of the drained riverbed of the diverted river Turia and comprises five different buildings linked by a common design concept.&nbsp; Visit the Opera Palace (Palau de les Arts Reina Sof&iacute;a), a majestic structure, which should be seen as an impressive monument, a vast sculpture with great symbolic meaning. Its sweeping architectural style, complex engineering, and state of the art technology are just some features of what makes this 21st Century artistic space stand out in its mission to enhance art and culture while bringing them closer to the public. This stunning building, which measures more than 10 acres (40,000 square meters) in size, has four distinct venues for opera, dance performances, recitals and theater productions.

Enjoy a panoramic drive through the city of Valencia, followed by a visit of the&nbsp;Opera House, part of the worldly known City of Arts &amp; Science.&nbsp;

Valencia & Opera House

Directly on the pier, you will be outfitted with your bicycle and equipment. You will be introduced to your guide, issued a bicycle and briefed about safety and the route to start the experience. You will drive&nbsp;through the city, enjoy the sights as your guide provides commentary. Your first stop will be the City of Arts and Science, where you may take pictures or enjoy a brief visit. This fabulous new landmark of Valencia is well known for its futuristic architecture, designed by local arquitect Santiago Calatrava.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Next, continue along the former riverbed, now referred to as the Turia Gardens. You will then cross under the historical bridges of the city, pass the Music Hall, the Fine Arts Museum and the &ldquo;Viveros&rdquo; Gardens until you reach the San Jos&eacute; Bridge. You will then enter into the heart of the city via the Serranos Towers, once the main entrance to the medieval walled city of Valencia.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; Continue along Serranos Street, Manises Square, Almud&iacute;n Street and Archbishop Square. Stop briefly to visit the Virgin Square where the Cathedral, Basilica and the Generalitat Palace are situated. Afterward, you will continue through the old city towards the Palace of the Marqu&eacute;s de Dos Aguas, the city&rsquo;s finest Baroque monument and head of the National Ceramics Museum.&nbsp;&nbsp; As you pass the old University, the Patiarca church and the Glorieta gardens, your Valencia bike routing ends and you will cycle back to the pier.&nbsp;

Hoping on a bycicle you are invited to discover the streets, squares, gardens, and the most outstanding monuments of Valencia during this guided visit.&nbsp;

Valencia by Bike

Depart from the pier and drive directly to the modern City of Art and Sciences for a photo stop. Valencia&#39;s cultural hub, the 'city' includes a planetarium, science museum, open-air oceanographic park, and stunning performing arts center. Designed by local architect Santiago Calatrava, the landmark building is spectacular in size and silhouette, as it contains four different concert halls devoted to opera, ballet, music recitals and cinema.Continue torwards the twin Quart Towers, which were built in the 15th century as part of Valencia&#39;s defensive walls. The remainder of the visit is mostly done walking, initially over to D.O. Valencia for a wine tasting of as many as five different vintages.The D.O. refers to the Denomination of Origin (Valencia Wine Association), meaning the wines were produced in the Valencia region, which consists of more than 80 wineries or 'bodegas.' Wine has been produced here since Neolithic times, and Valencia has become Spain&#39;s largest wine export center. Valencia&#39;s best-known wine is a traditional dessert wine made from muscatel grapes.Following the tasting, you&#39;ll walk to the city&#39;s medieval Cathedral, and pass by the Central Market, which has occupied the same location since the 13th century. You will then drive back to the ship.

Explore the architectural diversity of Valencia through historic landmarks that include its medieval Cathedral and Central Market. Then sample several distinctive regional wines.&nbsp;&nbsp;

Valencia at a glance & Wine Tasting

Barcelona is a vibrant city on the northeastern coast of Spain known for its stunning architecture, and rich cultural heritage. Barcelona&#39;s seaside beauty, sprawling beaches, eclectic architecture, world-class tapas and Tempranillo are all reasons to fall in love with the city of Gaudí. Indeed, the treasures here are many and diverse, captivating travelers and experts alike. In fact, nine important sites in the city, seven designed by the famed architect himself, have earned the acclaim of UNESCO.

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NH Collection Barcelona Gran Hotel Calderón

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Guests will receive twenty percent (20%) off the cruise-only fare. Full payment of the reduced fare will be due at time of booking. Booking is not refundable. Additional terms and conditions apply.

A&K Travel Group Ltd, along with its subsidiary companies listed below (collectively “A&K Travel,” “us,” “our,” or “we”) recognize the importance of protecting your privacy. This global privacy notice (“Notice”) describes how we collect, process, and share Guest Personal Data (defined below). This Notice also describes your rights and choices with respect to Guest Personal Data and other important information. You reached this Notice by clicking on the privacy notice link when you visited one of our group websites, however, this Notice applies to the activities across all the A&K Travel companies. Please carefully review this Notice.

A&K Travel Group Ltd is a company incorporated under the laws of the Bahamas. A&K Travel’s subsidiary companies include but are not limited to the following: AK Group Ltd, A&K Corp. Ltd, Abercrombie & Kent Global Travel Limited, Abercrombie & Kent Ltd, Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, Abercrombie & Kent (Australia) Pty Ltd, Crystal Cruises Holding Ltd, Crystal Cruises SAM, Crystal Cruises USA, LLC, Crystal Cruises Pty Ltd, Crystal Cruises Ltd, Crystal Cruises UK Ltd, Cox & Kings (a brand name of Abercrombie & Kent Ltd) and Situr Inc. and Divencounters Inc. (each trading as Ecoventura).

A&K Travel may act as either a controller, a processor or both, depending on the circumstances, with respect to the collection, use, and other processing of personal identifying information which can be used to identify, directly or indirectly, or locate guests (

) in connection with the guest relationship, as described in more detail in this Notice.

We have appointed a Data Protection Officer who is responsible for overseeing questions in relation to this Notice. If you have any questions about this privacy notice, including any requests to exercise your legal rights, please contact the data protection compliance manager using the details set out below.

Please see below the relevant contact details of the Data Controller for your country or region. If you are uncertain or have a general question regarding data protection, please use the contact details for the United Kingdom.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent Ltd.
Company No: 01082430
Name: Data Compliance Officer
Email address: privacy@abercrombiekent.com
Postal address: St George's House, Ambrose Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3LG.

Legal entity: VeraSafe, LLC
Telephone: +1 (617) 398-7067
Email address: 


Postal address: 100 M Street S.E., Suite 600, Washington, D.C. 20003, USA
Web: 

https://www.verasafe.com/about-verasafe/contact-us/

The contact details for our registered data protection representative in the European Union.

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent Italy and Croatia
Name: EU Data Protection Representative
Email address: 


Postal address: Via Fattori 10, Florence, 50132, Italy.
Supervisory body: Garante Per La Protezione Dei Personali
Website URL: 

United States of America, Canada and South/Central America

The contact details for our registered data protection representative for the USA and the Americas

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent USA LLC
Name: Data Protection Manager
Email address: 


Postal address: 1411 Opus Place Executive Towers West II, Suite 300, Downers Grove, IL 60515.

The contact details for our registered data protection representative Australia and Asia.

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent Australia Pty. Ltd.
Name: Data Protection Manager
Email address: 


Postal address: Level 3, 290 Coventry Street, South Melbourne, VIC 3205.

This Notice is written in the English language. We do not guarantee the accuracy of any translated versions of this Notice. To the extent any translated versions of this Notice conflict with the English language version, the English language version of this Notice shall control.


A&K Travel will collect personal data from you when you interact with any of the A&K Travel websites, contact any of its subsidiary companies’ reservations departments, use our services, or purchase our products.


We collect Guest Personal Data about or generated by any device you have used to access the websites of subsidiary companies, or when you use Wi-Fi while traveling with A&K Travel. Such collected data could include contact details (such as email address) and previous purchase history or interests. When you use our websites, we also collect certain information about you automatically through our use of cookies and similar technologies. Please see below for our Cookie Notice.


We receive Guest Personal Data about you from our third-party affiliates or partners and from marketing companies that provide us with such information as a part of their relationship with us. We receive Guest Personal Data from third party travel agents who transfer Guest Personal Data to us when you purchase products or services from them in connection with services that we provide, and other service providers performing services on our behalf. We may receive Guest Personal Data from ad networks, behavioral advertising vendors, market research, and social media companies or similar companies that provide us with additional Guest Personal Data. We may also receive Guest Personal Data from Facebook and other social media companies who may transfer Guest Personal Data to us when you register for one of our services or interact with that social media company on or in connection with our services or the purchase of our products.

We may combine this with data that we already have collected about you.


A&K Travel feels strongly about protecting the privacy of children. A&K Travel’s websites are not targeted for use by minors under the age of 18 (“minors”). A&K Travel does not knowingly collect personal information from minors in connection with the features of our websites without the consent of a parent or guardian. A&K Travel requests that all minors who may visit its websites not disclose or provide any personal data. Minors may not access those sections of the websites that require registration. Upon notification that a minor has provided us with personally identifiable information, we will delete the minor’s personally identifiable information from our records. If you believe we might have any information from a child, please email us at 

III. CATEGORIES OF GUEST PERSONAL DATA AND PURPOSE FOR PROCESSING

A&K Travel collects and processes the following categories of Guest Personal Data, for the purposes specified below when you make an inquiry or purchase a service or product:

Personal name and initials (e.g. First Name, Last Name)

Communicate, interact and identify you and customize the content, products and services that are offered to you;

Verify your authority to enter and use our Services; and

Personal characteristics (e.g., age, date of birth, gender, marital status, nationality) and personal preferences (product preferences, online preferences, interests)

Conduct our business and improve our websites and services, develop new products and services, provide information and support, to better understand your needs and interests, personalize communications and advertising, and generally promote a quality experience for you.

Process, fulfil and follow up on transactions and requests for products, services, support, and information

Financial information (e.g., credit card number, financial institution information and number)

Process transactions you enter into with us (e.g., purchase of goods and services, refunds, discounts and offers)

Contact information (e.g., address, phone number, email address)

Perform certain automated decision-making, including profiling, which is used for direct marketing

Contact you with information about A&K Travel products and services and affiliated third-parties;

Send you other marketing materials, for example, via email, and to notify you about products and services that we believe would be of interest to you

Government Issued ID (e.g., Social Security Number, Government ID Number, Passport Number)

Authentication information (e.g., login id, password)

Verify your authority to enter and use our website and other services

Deter, detect, and prevent fraud and other prohibited or illegal activities

Health related information (e.g., information about physical or psychological state of health, prescriptions, vaccinations, temperature, data on health screening questionnaires, COVID-19 testing)

Book or embark on some of our offerings, visit certain properties or visit certain locations where our cruise ships berth

Health information when / if medical care is required while onboard

Enable us to provide you with bespoke services or in connection with our response to health-related incidents

Information obtained from third parties, including:

Casino third parties related to marketing and background checks

Travel Agents and / or Travel Consortiums for booking purposes

Online behaviour information (online activity, preferences, time spent viewing features on our Site)

Measure, analyze and improve our products and services, the effectiveness of our websites, and our advertising and marketing

Provide targeting advertising, including the use of re-targeting technology

The type of Guest Personal Data collected by A&K Travel may vary from country to country, and in some countries A&K Travel might not collect all of the categories of Guest Personal Data listed above.

A&K Travel is committed to only collecting and processing the minimum amount of data from you that is necessary to the purposes of our data processing activities, and to retain such data only if required to fulfil such purposes. Where applicable, if A&K Travel intends to further process the personal data for a purpose other than that for which the personal data was initially collected, A&K Travel shall, prior to such processing, provide you with any relevant information on such additional purpose, and, to the extent required by applicable law, obtain your consent for this.

While traveling with A&K Travel subsidiary companies:

A&K Travel processes Guest Personal Data when you interact with us offline. Additionally, when you use electronic or RFID technologies, or use on-premise digital services, we may collect browsing information including but not limited to, search history, server logs, application logs, browsing data, first party cookies, third party cookies, pixel tags and clear gifs. In addition, we may process this data in combination with other data that we collect and/or create as necessary in connection with certain legitimate business interests in (i) verifying your identity for authentication and security purposes; and (ii) to prevent fraud.


We may operate CCTV or security cameras on properties operated or owned by A&K Travel subsidiary companies. In connection with these systems, we may collect and/or create Guest Personal Data as necessary in connection with certain legitimate business interests, such as (i) ensuring the safety and security of guests and employees; (ii) recording and investigating health and safety incidents; (iii) keeping track of guests and employees for safety and commercial purposes; and (iv) creating aggregate data.

When you use our digital services, we may collect and process device and network data. We use this data as necessary to fulfil guests’ requests. We may also collect and process data that we collect, create, and/or receive (including through the use of cookies and similar technologies). We typically use this data as necessary in connection with certain legitimate business interests, such as ensuring the security of our websites and other technology systems.

We and certain third parties process Guest Personal Data we hold for certain purposes including but not limited to distribute marketing communications and to create marketing profiles, in connection with online advertising, including targeted advertising, data sales, personalization and guest profiles.

In order to understand our guests’ preferences, and better recommend bespoke products and services we may create a “Guest Profile” by linking together and analyzing Guest Personal Data collected in the following circumstances: (i) when you purchase our products and services; (ii) when you travel with companies owned or operated by A&K Travel and its subsidiary companies; (iii) when you use our digital services; (iv) through cookies and other tracking technologies; (v) when you contact us or submit information to us; and (vi) through feedback and surveys.


During our interactions we may collect special categories of personal data about you as detailed below. This may be because you want us to have the information or inadvertently as result of a group you travel with (please see example below). It may also be because we need to know certain personal data about you which is special category data in order that we can provide you with the best possible service and advise you whether a trip is suitable for you. Health is one of the best examples of this.

E.g. If we receive a group booking from a specific religious association we will inadvertently have details of religious beliefs of those individuals. The same can be said for groups from political associations and trade union associations.

E.g. We are sometimes asked whether certain medication is allowed to be taken into certain jurisdictions which discloses certain medical conditions.

Other special category of personal data which we may end up receiving from you include details about your:

dietary requirements which may disclose your religious or philosophical beliefs;

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