CANARY ISLANDS & MEDITERRANEAN ABOARD COSTA SMERALDA with Turkish Airlines, 13 Nights - Including Hotel Accommodation

We meet at Istanbul New Airport 3 hours before departure and, after check-in, take our flight to Barcelona Airport. Upon arrival, we transfer to our hotel. Guests who wish may join the optional Barcelona city tour organised by our guide at an additional cost.

After breakfast at the hotel, we transfer to Barcelona Airport. Upon arrival, we proceed to our flight to Tenerife (TFN) with a local airline. After landing, we transfer to our ship by private vehicle.

Today we spend the entire day at sea. With no port schedule to follow, a wonderful day awaits, offering the chance to explore the ship's extensive facilities and enjoy your holiday to the fullest. You can begin with a leisurely breakfast at the buffet restaurants, where dedicated chefs freshly prepare a selection of international dishes, or at the à la carte restaurants, where you have your own reserved table. Throughout the day, guests may take part in yoga, fitness and various sporting activities, use the modern gym equipped with Technogym equipment, or enjoy the tennis, basketball and volleyball courts on the open decks. You may prefer to relax in the sunbathing areas, enjoy the pool, pamper yourself in the spa and wellness areas or browse the shops on board. Competitions, shows and entertainment activities held throughout the day will add to your holiday enjoyment. In the evening, you can relax with live music in stylish bars and cafés, watch professional Broadway-style theatre and musical performances or try your luck in the ship's casino. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Seville & Cadiz Tour organised by our guide at an additional cost. After our ship docks at Cadiz Port, we depart for Seville, one of southern Spain's cultural and historical capitals. During our panoramic city tour, we experience the enchanting atmosphere of Andalusia and view major landmarks including the magnificent UNESCO-listed Seville Cathedral, whose construction began in the 15th century on the site of the former Almohad Great Mosque; the splendid Alcázar Palace, which combines outstanding examples of Arab, Gothic, Renaissance and Mudéjar architecture; the Golden Tower (Torre del Oro), a city landmark dating from the 13th century; the historic City Hall; elegant medieval churches; and the Monastery of Santa Paula. As we discover Andalusia's impressive architecture, we will have opportunities to take beautiful photographs in historic squares and in front of monumental buildings. We then return to Cadiz, considered one of Europe's oldest continuously inhabited settlements, with a history of approximately 3.000 years, for a short city tour exploring its narrow streets, historic squares, maritime atmosphere and distinctive urban character. At the end of the tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

Today we spend the entire day at sea. With no port schedule to follow, a wonderful day awaits, offering the chance to explore the ship's extensive facilities and enjoy your holiday to the fullest. You can begin with a leisurely breakfast at the buffet restaurants, where dedicated chefs freshly prepare a selection of international dishes, or at the à la carte restaurants, where you have your own reserved table. Throughout the day, guests may take part in yoga, fitness and various sporting activities, use the modern gym equipped with Technogym equipment, or enjoy the tennis, basketball and volleyball courts on the open decks. You may prefer to relax in the sunbathing areas, enjoy the pool, pamper yourself in the spa and wellness areas or browse the shops on board. Competitions, shows and entertainment activities held throughout the day will add to your holiday enjoyment. In the evening, you can relax with live music in stylish bars and cafés, watch professional Broadway-style theatre and musical performances or try your luck in the ship's casino. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast, guests who wish may join the optional Girona City Tour organised by our guide at an additional cost. Departing from Tarragona, we set out to explore Girona, one of Catalonia's most impressive cities, where the atmosphere of the Middle Ages lives on. During our walking tour of this captivating city, with its historic walls, narrow stone streets and architectural heritage from different periods, highlights include the magnificent Girona Cathedral, the medieval walls surrounding the historic city, the colourful riverside houses lining the Onyar River and El Call (the Jewish Quarter), considered one of the best-preserved Jewish quarters in Europe. As we walk through the historic streets, we discover Girona's rich past and enjoy opportunities to take beautiful photographs of its impressive architecture and river views. During free time, you can relax in the city's charming squares, sample local Catalan cuisine or shop in boutiques. At the end of the tour, we return to Tarragona Port and our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional "Aix-en-Provence & Marseille City Tour" organised by our guide at an additional cost. We begin with an approximately 20-minute walk from Marseille Port to our coach, followed by a pleasant journey of approximately 40 minutes to Aix-en-Provence, one of the most elegant cities in southern France. Founded during the Roman Empire, this historic city is regarded as the cultural capital of Provence, with its narrow streets, elegant squares, stone mansions and hundreds of fountains. The birthplace of the celebrated painter Paul Cézanne, Aix-en-Provence has also inspired many artists and writers, notably his childhood friend Émile Zola. During our walk through the city centre, we will soak up its historic atmosphere and discover the spirit of Provence through flower-adorned balconies, elegant architecture and fountains that are works of art in their own right. We then return to Marseille to begin our city tour. In France's oldest city and one of the Mediterranean's most important ports, we first enjoy a panoramic view of the Old Port (Vieux-Port), considered the heart of the city. We then visit the city's most iconic landmark, the Basilica of Notre-Dame de la Garde, perched on a high hill overlooking Marseille. Built in the 19th century, this impressive building is one of Marseille's most visited attractions, offering magnificent city views and a golden statue of the Virgin Mary, regarded as the protector of sailors. Our tour continues to Palais Longchamp, known for its grand architecture, monumental fountains and lush gardens. We view the exterior, gardens and magnificent fountains of this impressive building, which now houses the Museum of Fine Arts, and stop for photographs. After the tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Portofino Tour organised by our guide at an additional cost. Our tour begins with a pleasant journey from Genoa to Santa Margherita Ligure, one of Italy's most popular seaside towns. From here, we take local transport to Portofino, considered one of the Mediterranean's most elegant fishing towns. Once a small fishing village, Portofino has become one of the Italian Riviera's most prestigious destinations, with colourful houses, luxury yachts, exclusive boutiques and a world-famous square. A holiday destination for Elizabeth Taylor, Sophia Loren and many Hollywood stars, this exceptional town captivates visitors with a romantic atmosphere that has inspired artists and songs for years. During our leisurely walk through its narrow stone streets, we explore the harbour area, admire historic pastel-coloured houses and enjoy opportunities to capture memorable photographs at beautiful viewpoints. During free time, you can enjoy Italian coffee at stylish cafés around the harbour, browse boutiques or savour Portofino's peaceful atmosphere. After this delightful excursion lasting approximately 5 hours, we return to our ship via Santa Margherita Ligure. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Avignon City Tour organized by our guide at an additional cost. Located on the banks of the Rhône River in the Provence region of southern France, Avignon was one of the most important religious and political centers of the Middle Ages. On our tour, we will explore the UNESCO-listed historic city center. Highlights include the magnificent Palais des Papes (Palace of the Popes), which served as the papal residence in the 14th century, the city's impressive defensive walls, and Notre-Dame des Doms Cathedral. We will then enjoy a panoramic view of Pont Saint-Bénézet (Avignon Bridge), which spans the Rhône River and is one of the city's landmarks. During our pleasant walking tour through narrow stone streets dating back to the Middle Ages, we will discover historic squares, elegant Provençal architecture, and the city's distinctive atmosphere. During free time, you can sample local Provençal products, browse boutique shops, or enjoy a relaxing break at a café in one of the historic squares. At the end of the tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional Tarragona City Tour organized by our guide at an additional cost. Located on the Mediterranean coast with a history dating back to Ancient Rome, Tarragona is renowned for preserving the legacy of Tarraco, once one of the Roman Empire's most important cities on the Iberian Peninsula. During our pleasant walking tour of the UNESCO-listed Archaeological Ensemble of Tarraco, we will see the Roman Amphitheatre with its striking position overlooking the sea, the historic Roman Circus, the ancient city walls, and the magnificent Tarragona Cathedral. As we experience the city's historic atmosphere along its narrow stone streets and enjoy views of the Mediterranean, we will have opportunities to take beautiful photographs. During free time after the tour, you can relax at cafés in the historic center, discover local products, or go shopping. At the end of the tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

Today we spend the entire day at sea. With no port schedule to follow, a wonderful day awaits, offering the chance to explore the ship's extensive facilities and enjoy your holiday to the fullest. You can begin with a leisurely breakfast at the buffet restaurants, where dedicated chefs freshly prepare a selection of international dishes, or at the à la carte restaurants, where you have your own reserved table. Throughout the day, guests may take part in yoga, fitness and various sporting activities, use the modern gym equipped with Technogym equipment, or enjoy the tennis, basketball and volleyball courts on the open decks. You may prefer to relax in the sunbathing areas, enjoy the pool, pamper yourself in the spa and wellness areas or browse the shops on board. Competitions, shows and entertainment activities held throughout the day will add to your holiday enjoyment. In the evening, you can relax with live music in stylish bars and cafés, watch professional Broadway-style theatre and musical performances or try your luck in the ship's casino. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional "Cagliari City Tour & Dolianova Vineyards" excursion organized by our guide at an additional cost. Boarding our private vehicle waiting at the port, we set off on a pleasant journey to Dolianova, an area renowned for its fertile vineyards on Sardinia, one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean. Along the way, we will visit San Pantaleo Church, which dates back to the 13th century and is considered one of Sardinia's finest examples of Romanesque architecture, offering an opportunity to discover the region's historical and cultural heritage. We then visit a distinguished wine cellar (cantina) producing Sardinia's world-famous wines. Here, we will learn in detail about the journey from vineyard to table, traditional and modern production techniques, and the aging process. Guests who wish can enjoy a wine-tasting experience featuring Sardinian varieties such as Cannonau, Vermentino, and other local wines. After our wine cellar visit, we return to central Cagliari for a panoramic city tour. The capital of Sardinia, Cagliari is one of the island's most important cultural centers, with its historic buildings, commanding position overlooking the Mediterranean, and colorful streets. After the tour, we return to our ship. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, guests who wish may join the optional "Pompeii & Naples City Tour" organised by our guide at an additional cost. We begin by visiting the ancient city of Pompeii, one of the world's most important archaeological sites and a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Buried under volcanic ash following the massive eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79, Pompeii has survived almost intact for centuries and offers one of the finest insights into everyday life during the Roman Empire. As we walk through its ancient streets, viewing stone roads, villas, temples, baths and buildings that shed light on life at the time, we will gain a vivid sense of nature's impact on human history. We then head to Naples, one of Italy's most distinctive cities. Founded by the Greeks and developed under the Romans into one of the Mediterranean's most important cities, Naples captivates visitors with its historic character, lively streets and unique atmosphere. After viewing the historic port area and major landmarks during our panoramic city tour, we visit Piazza del Plebiscito (Royal Square), one of the symbols of Naples. Following a short photo stop in this square, one of the city's main gathering places with its grand buildings and historic atmosphere, we return to our ship at the designated time. Dinner and overnight on board.

After breakfast on board, we transfer to Rome (FCO) Airport.