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Europe’s Southern Coast: Italy, France, Monaco & Spain - 2023

Your 15-night journey includes: 10-night small ship cruise with Olbia (Sardegna), Bastia (Corsica), Elba Island, Livorno, Portovenere, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Marseille & Sète; 2 nights at a Deluxe hotel in Rome; 2 nights at a Deluxe hotel in Barcelona
  • SPEND TWO FULL DAYS EXPLORING THE “ETERNAL CITY”, WHERE YOU’LL VISIT THE UNESCO-LISTED VATICAN CITY AND THE FAMED COLOSSEUM — AND ALSO ENJOY AMPLE TIME TO EXPLORE THE CITY ON YOUR OWN
  • Europe’s Southern Coast Small Ship Ocean cruise from Italy, France, Monaco, Spain to Rome including Sardegna, Corsica, Elba Island, Monte Carlo, Cannes, Marseille, and Barcelona
    SOAK IN THE UNPARALLELED BEAUTY OF THE MEDITERRANEAN ABOARD THE 5-STAR OCEAN ODYSSEY, ENJOYING AMPLE OPPORTUNITIES FOR SCENIC SAILING ALONG THE COAST OF ITALY, FRANCE AND MONACO
  • WHEN YOUR SHIP DOCKS IN LIVORNO, YOU’LL HAVE YOUR PICK OF FULL-DAY TOURS: FLORENCE AND PISA OR SIENA AND SAN GIMIGNANO
  • Small Ship Ocean Cruise from Rome to Barcelona | Europe’s Southern Coast: Italy, France, Monaco & Spain
    EXPERIENCE THIS CATALAN CITY’S SOPHISTICATED CULTURAL SCENE AND ADMIRE THE UNESCO-DESIGNATED ARCHITECTURE OF VISIONARY ANTONI GAUDÍ
  • Plaza Mayor, Madrid, Spain
    ROUND OUT THIS REMARKABLE JOURNEY WITH AN EXTENSION TO MADRID
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Activity Level

Takes into consideration the physical requirements for each of the trips, walking, hiking, climbing in and out of safari vehicles etc.
           Moderately Easy

Travelers should be able to climb 40 stairs consecutively, plus walk at least 2-3 miles over some uneven surfaces without difficulty. Walks typically last for at least 2-3 hours at a time. Altitude can range from zero to 5,000 feet.

Pacing

Takes into consideration the length of bus rides, flights, number of destinations in the number of days
           Moderately Easy

Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motorcoach travel.

PACING
  • The pace of this itinerary is moderately easy
  • Look forward to visiting 4 nations in 14 nights, with 4 nights in centrally located hotels in both Rome and Barcelona
  • The 10-night cruise portion includes 11 ports of call, including embarkation and disembarkation ports
  • There is also one overnight flight from the U.S. to Europe
  • Sightseeing focuses on guided walking tours through historic town centers and at archaeological sites
  • At most ports of call, the Ocean Odyssey will dock at the pier so that you can walk from ship ramp to shore
  • Occasional ports of call might require tendering (shuttling to shore via a smaller boat)
  • You must be able to walk 2-3 miles unassisted in order to fully experience each destination, such as following local pathways on islands and small villages, and climbing steps and steep streets to enjoy fabulous views
  • The tours are not suitable for wheelchairs, walkers, or other mobility aids and walking disabilities. Please refer to Vantage's wheelchair- and handicapped-traveler policy for further information. Let our Reservations Specialist know when booking if you require the use of an elevator so that they can work with you to select an alternative tour
  • Steps and cobblestones are to be expected, as well as occasional steep and/or uneven terrain
  • Sightseeing that requires transportation will take place on a private, air-conditioned motorcoach
  • Summer typically brings the warmest temperatures which can reach an average in the low 90s
  • Since the weather is unpredictable, please check weather sites online for 10-day forecasts closer to your departure date to plan your packing accordingly

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
  • Sightseeing focuses on guided walking tours through historic town centers and nature walks
  • At most ports of call, the Ocean Odyssey will dock at the pier so that you can walk from ship ramp to shore
  • Occasional ports of call might require tendering (shuttling to shore via a smaller boat)

TERRAIN & TRANSPORTATION
  • Steps and cobblestones are to be expected, as well as occasional steep and/or uneven terrain
  • Sightseeing that requires transportation will take place on a private, air-conditioned motorcoach

CLIMATE
  • Since the weather is unpredictable, please check weather sites online for 10-day forecasts closer to your departure date to plan your packing accordingly

Please Note: Ocean cruising is not the same experience as river cruising; as such, you may experience fluctuating tides and weather patterns that may involve some rocking of your vessel. Itineraries will include all activities as planned except in extreme cases that can’t be controlled by your shipboard crew. Day-by-day itineraries are preliminary and therefore subject to change. If changes occur while on tour, you will be notified by your Cruise Director or regional expert.

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Journey Europe’s Southern Coast: Italy, France, Monaco & Spain European Coastal Cruise: Portugal, Spain & France Greatest value and most comprehensive features when compared to our competitors!
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Per Diem $606 $714
Included Tours and Special Features 28 included features and Cultural Discoveries

Complimentary services of a Vantage Deluxe Concierge to assist with all your personal requests before and during your adventure
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Savor wine tastings amid Europe’s most famed vineyards, including UNESCO-designated Porto and Bordeaux
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 Vessel Size  Our ocean discovery vessel, the m/s Ocean Odyssey has 15 solo cabins (11 for expedition cruises) and 15 triple-occupancy cabins each, with a maximum capacity of under 150 passengers on each sailing.  148 guest  Our ships are smaller, more intimate, and have an industry-leading number of solo-ready cabins, as well as a fantastic crew-to-passenger ratio.
Accommodations in hotels  On each journey that we offer with Vantage, your hotel accommodations will be included in the total price of your cruise.  Not specified on webpage  We choose all of our partner hotels with comfort and luxury in mind, and will let you know ahead of time which hotel you’ll be staying in at each port.
 Air Inclusive Price*  $9,699  $9,995
 # of Days 16  14
Meals 37 meals: 12 breakfasts, 9 lunches, and 12 dinners, with complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner on board.
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