DAY 1 – BARCELONA, SPAIN
Visit the magnificent Gothic cathedral and the amazing La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí’s unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, Gaudí’s other fabulous structures, the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas, Barcelona’s famed downtown promenade. Or visit beautiful Montserrat and its monastery in a breathtaking setting high in the mountains.
Meals Included: Dinner

DAY 2 – PROVENCE (MARSEILLE), FRANCE
See the sights and enjoy the views of historic old Marseille and visit the charming fishing port of Cassis. Or venture into the celebrated Provençal countryside with its fields of lavender and sunflowers. Explore lovely Aix or stroll through Avignon and its Papal Palace and the hilltop village of Les Baux.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 3 – CINQUE TERRE (LA SPEZIA), ITALY
Head out of town and discover the five stunning, colorful towns clinging to the cliffs along the coast. Hike along the trail connecting them or take a boat tour and see them from the water as ancient seafarers did. Go ashore and explore a picturesque town and its castle. Or visit intriguing Portovenere, another colorful town rising above one end of La Spezia’s harbor with breathtaking views and the lovely Church of San Pietro.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

DAY 4 – ROME (CIVITAVECCHIA), ITALY
Travel to Rome and revel in the magnificent monuments, from the ancient Roman Forum and Colosseum to the splendor of St. Peter’s Basilica with Michelangelo’s Pietà and his breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Or enjoy a drive through the lush farmlands of the Roman countryside to lovely medieval Castelgandolfo.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 5 – SORRENTO / CAPRI, ITALY
Beautiful Capri, with its stunning panoramas, villages, charming piazzas and the Villa San Michele, makes a nice diversion. Visit the ruins at Pompeii, take a cooking lesson in Sorrento or travel to the frenetic city of Naples and learn to make pizzas as the Neapolitans do.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 6 – MESSINA (SICILY), ITALY
Visit beautiful Taormina and marvel at its famous Greek theater and the stunning view of Mount Etna. Explore lovely medieval Messina with its historic churches and the cathedral where it is rumored Richard the Lionheart worshipped in 1190. Or discover ancient Tyndaris, founded in 396 B.C., with its fine mosaics, Roman baths and impressive theater overlooking the sea.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 7 – IGOUMENITSA, GREECE
An undiscovered gem on the northwest coast of Greece, Igoumenitsa stands on the site of a settlement dating to the 4th century BC, and several ancient sites are located nearby. Founded in 31 BC, the archaeological site Nikopolis was once a thriving capital built by the Roman emperor Octavian to commemorate his victory over Anthony and Cleopatra. You can also visit Meteora with its spectacular 15th century monasteries built into seemingly inaccessible sandstone peaks.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 8 – BAR, MONTENEGRO
Stroll down Bar’s palm-lined waterfront promenade past King?Nikola’s Palace, now a charming regional museum showcasing scenic gardens, then venture to the Old Town of Stari Bar perched on the hillside. The town manifests centuries of history in Byzantine fortifications, a remarkable Ottoman aqueduct and a clocktower that stands as a symbol of the city. Nearby is Bar’s most famous resident, a 2,000-year-old olive tree believed to be the oldest in Europe. Just outside of Bar, spanning the border of Montenegro and Albania, Lake Skadar offers boating and kayaking expeditions as well as tastings at local wineries. A rigorous hike up Mount Rumija rewards with sweeping panoramas.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
DAY 9 – ZADAR, CROATIA
A hidden gem of the Adriatic, Zadar offers beautiful beaches, charming promenades, preserved ancient architecture and fascinating historical monuments. Roman aqueducts, forums and temples surround the old town, which features medieval churches and monasteries. The archaeological museum offers more than 80,000 exhibits from the Stone Age to the late Middle Ages, and it is one of the most important museums in Croatia. Stroll along the paved waterfront and enjoy stunning views of the Adriatic Sea or lounge in one of the many cafés.

DAY 10 – VENICE, ITALY
Savor the majestic beauty of this amazing city as you glide along its canals and under its bridges, opulent palazzi and elegant churches lining the route. Discover Venice’s secret quarters down narrow alleys opening into spacious campos. Admire the Doge’s Palace and St. Mark’s Basilica. Visit lovely Burano and the glass factories on Murano. Or enjoy the scenic countryside with its stunning Palladian villas.