When mentioning the Mediterranean, ancient civilization ruins and an overwhelming expanse of deep blue immediately come to mind — the timeless masterpieces left from the Renaissance, the romance of sapphire and golden sunsets, and all kinds of mouthwatering olive oil dishes. The Mediterranean has always been a dream destination for travelers. This year, the ultra-luxurious Silversea Cruises has launched brand-new land tour programs to enrich its Mediterranean cruise itineraries across all seasons.
Various timeless masterpieces left from the Renaissance. Image provided by Jiaxi Communications
Umbria, Italy, is home to many timeless masterpieces from the Etruscan, Roman, medieval, and Renaissance periods. There are numerous cultural heritage sites and architecture in Perugia, the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Assisi, and the traditional Etruscan town of Orvieto. This pre- or post-cruise land tour departs from Rome, starting at $3,099 USD for three nights. The itinerary exploring the Florence area departs from Venice, where you can admire Renaissance palaces adorned with original frescoes and intricate reliefs, as well as the hillside towns of Tuscany, starting at $2,559 USD for three nights.
The Spain land tour to the Marqués de Riscal Hotel and Guggenheim Museum begins with a visit to the iconic Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao on the first day; the second day takes you deep into Spain’s wine country, Rioja, and includes a tour of the Gehry-designed Marqués de Riscal Hotel, along with stunning views of local vineyards. This pre- or post-cruise land tour departs from Barcelona, starting at $3,379 USD for three nights. Other itineraries include Morocco (from Fez to Marrakech), UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Greece, and the castles of France’s Loire Valley. For detailed routes and prices, visit www.silversea.com.
The luxury cruise ship Silversea
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