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8 Night Barcelona to Nice A Mediterranean Canvas Cruise and Land Tour

From Barcelona, (Spain) to Nice, (France)

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Douglas Mawson
Aurora Expeditions
4 Stars
Cruise #: 14333477
Sail Date: Sunday, May 2, 2027
Return Date: Monday, May 10, 2027
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8 Night Barcelona to Nice A Mediterranean Canvas Cruise and Land Tour

Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - May 2, 2027
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1
Barcelona, Spain
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  • Barcelona, Spain
Bienvenido a Espana. On arrival at Barcelona Airport make your way to the arrivals hall to meet an Aurora Expeditions representative, followed by a transfer to your group hotel. At the hotel, visit the hospitality desk in the lobby to meet the ground operations team who will provide you with useful information regarding pre-embarkation procedures and about your time in Barcelona. You will also receive cabin tags for your luggage. Please clearly label the tags with your name and your cabin number on the ship. This evening, enjoy drinks and canapes as we celebrate the start of our journey. Accommodation: Hilton Diagonal Mar Barcelona (or similar) ...
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Monday - May 3, 2027
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Barcelona, Spain
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  • Barcelona, Spain
  • Bus Travel

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Day 2 - Monday - May 3, 2027
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Cruise Begins
  • Cruise Begins
  • Tarragona, Spain
Socially, culturally, and industrially, Barcelona shines as a beacon of difference in Spain. Proudly Catalonian first and Spanish second, its people are free-spirited, liberal thinkers with a passion for their freedom. In the last 30 years, Barcelonans have sculpted their city into one of Europe's most venerated travel destinations. Its boulevard-style main street, Las Ramblas, is the name on every traveler's lips and Barcelona's vibrancy is as sought after as it was during the Spanish Empire's monarchal peak. A palatial stronghold of the 15th-century power couple, Queen Isabella and King Ferdinand, Barcelona greeted a jubilant Christopher Columbus upon his return to Spain and the rest as they say, is history. The city has never looked back. A locally guided tour celebrates the artists and authors who have long revered Barcelona as a living masterpiece. Renowned for its vibrant arts scene, the city wears its creativity proudly, with works scattered across plazas and woven into its very architecture. Miro, Picasso, Vidal, and Montaner all called Barcelona home, but it's the visionary Antoni Gaudi who continues to draw art lovers from around the world. Among the highlights is a viewing of La Sagrada Familia, Gaudi's breathtaking fusion of imagination and faith, where we'll hear tales of the cathedral's rich history, intricate symbolism, and the story behind its ongoing construction. We'll also take in sweeping views and cultural landmarks at Barcelona's hilltop lookout of Montjuic and pass through iconic areas such as Plaza de Espana and the elegant Gran Via. Before arriving at the port, there's a little time to stroll Barcelona's charming streets, whether you choose to browse local boutiques, lunch at a cafe, or simply soak in the atmosphere of this captivating city. This afternoon, we transfer to the southern port of Tarragona to embark the Douglas Mawson. This evening, enjoy a Welcome Dinner onboard where we meet our Aurora Expeditions Team and crew. ...
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Tuesday - May 4, 2027
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3
Port Vendres, France
  • Port Vendres, France
The intimate village of Port-Vendres provides access to inland treasures, giving us the opportunity to stroll the streets of Collioure, or scale the walls, in true Robin Hood style, of Hollywood's favorite movie set, the fortified town of Carcassonne; well, perhaps stand in the shade of its turrets. For those opting for a morning experience, our port location offers the perfect opportunity to explore the charming streets of an authentic French coastal town. ...
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Wednesday - May 5, 2027
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4
Marseille, France
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  • Marseille, France
Founded by Greek sailors more than 2,600 years ago, Marseille is France's oldest city and a vibrant Mediterranean crossroads shaped by centuries of trade, culture, and seafaring adventure. Its historic Old Port, lined with fishing boats, cafes, and bustling quays, serves as the gateway to Provence and its timeless landscapes. The old port of Marseille grants us access to the inspirational fields, streetside cafes, and hilltop villages of Provence. The boots of Roman engineers and the shoes of many an artist have trodden its soils, but none as famous as the clogs of Van Gogh and the slip-ons of Picasso. The 'Your Choice' experiences introduce you to two remarkable locations whose story inspired generations of artists, including some of the greatest names in modern art, and whose creative legacy endures to this day. Those choosing Aix-en-Provence will have a free afternoon to explore Marseille at their own pace, with a shuttle provided dependent on our berth allocation. ...
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Thursday - May 6, 2027
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Toulon, France
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  • Toulon, France
Fronted by a marina packed with yachts and a port dominated by the French Navy, Toulon is a city on the rise. Not as glitzy as Saint-Tropez, Nice, or Cannes, Toulon is a working town with coastal appeal and a vibrant culinary scene, attracting predominantly French holidaymakers. A crucial naval port since the 15th century, Toulon's strategic harbor has played a vital role in French maritime operations. During World War II, the local Resistance fighters, including the Maquis, undertook numerous acts of sabotage which stand as a testament to the city's resilient spirit, and add to its rough charm and very "French" attitude. ...
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Friday - May 7, 2027
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Nice, France
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  • Nice, France
We drop in to the yacht-filled harbor of Nice, granting us a much-warranted 'double dip' into the French Riviera for the day, prior to our time to be spent here after the voyage. Nice's wide Promenade des Anglais, named after the English upper class who placed Nice at the top of their Grand Tour bucket list, follows the Mediterranean coast past an array of Belle Epoque hotels, Art Deco apartments, and umbrellaed beaches. At the limit of the ruling House of Savoy, the people of the riviera voted to join France in the 1860s rather than the new Kingdom of Italy, making this region a unique blend of both cultures. The unique light, relaxed lifestyle, and extravagant parties attracted as many artists and literary elite of the 20th century as it had attracted aristocrats the century before. From Monet, Chaplin, and Valentino in Antibes to Bonnard at Le Cannet, and Picasso - to just about everywhere - it became the place to be seen for the avant-garde. This pocket of sunshine and decadence still attracts artists, authors, and actors, who paint its vistas, write its stories, and come to Cannes to be adored. ...
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Saturday - May 8, 2027
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7
Monte Carlo, Monaco
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  • Monte Carlo, Monaco
  • Cruise Ends

Land Segment of Itinerary

Day 7 - Saturday - May 8, 2027
Day
7
  • Bus Travel
  • Nice, France
The superyacht harbor of Monaco welcomes us in true style this morning, offering a gateway to this one-of-a-kind principality. From the days of its early Genoese rulers, the ever-expanding Principality of Monaco has been a political curiosity on the map of southern Europe. Ruled as a business rather than a country by the Grimaldi family, this exclusive enclave offers an insight into the lives of the 'filthy rich'. Ferraris replace Fiats, designer dogs are carried in handbags, and champagne flows like water, all thanks to an economy, which has earned the respect of, rather than robbed from, the rich. Smaller than New York's Central Park, Monaco's 500 acre size, boasts the second highest GDP per capita in the world. Although the 9,500 native Monegasques are banned by law from gambling, it is the nation's foreign-born citizens with their bulging bank accounts, multi-million-euro apartments, and high-roller habits who boost the principality's income, with over 30 percent of its residents listed as millionaires. A locally guided walking tour visit offers an insight into Monaco's ruling family. In town to film To Catch a Thief, Grace Kelly met Prince Rainier III during a visit to Monaco. Within a year they wed and Grace became a princess, holding 140 official titles. The country continues to mourn her tragic passing, with her image, name, and favorite items found scattered throughout the principality as a reminder of her enduring legacy. Our guided walk visits the Saint Nicholas Cathedral, a palatial precinct known locally as 'the rock', where the couple were married and are now laid to rest. We linger to watch the changing of the guard at the Royal Palace, before a free time to explore the principality at your own pace. We transfer to Nice mid-afternoon, for our two-night stay. ...
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Land Segment of Itinerary

Sunday - May 9, 2027
Day
8
Nice, France
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  • Nice, France
Today's 'Your Choice' experience takes you to one of the Cote d'Azur's celebrated hilltop villages, with time this afternoon to catch up on your tan, catch up on some retail therapy, or catch up on another on the many sites that Nice has to offer, before we gather for a farewell toast this evening.

Land Segment of Itinerary

Monday - May 10, 2027
Day
9
Nice, France
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  • Nice, France
After breakfast, check out of your hotel and transfer to the airport for your onward flight.
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