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Ocean Cruise

Mediterranean Treasures and Douro Delights

2025

Ocean Cruise

Mediterranean Treasures and Douro Delights

Mediterranean Treasures and Douro Delights

Embark on a journey aboard the luxurious small ship, Seabourn Venture. Journey to rugged remote islands, absorb phenomenal scenery and delve into ancient culture. See alluring landscapes on Scotland’s Orkney and Shetland islands, explore the lush Faroe Islands and witness the majestic vistas of Iceland and Greenland.

24 days Tour

Itinerary

23 days / 22 night Ocean Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Monte Carlo, Embark Ship

Day 2

Porto Santo Stefano, Montalcino

Signature Experience

Day 3

Marina Grande, Isola di Capri

Day 4

Giardini Naxos, Mount Etna

Day 5

Valletta

Signature Experience

Day 6

Gozo

Day 7

Day at Sea

Day 8

Ajaccio, Corsica

Day 9

Saint Tropez

Signature Experience

Day 10

Palamos

Day 11

Disembark Ship, Barcelona, Madrid

Day 12

Madrid

Day 13

Madrid

Freedom of Choice

Day 14

Madrid, Salamanca, Vega de Terron, Embark Ship

Day 15

Vega de Terron, Barca d’Alva

Day 16

Pinhão, Régua

Day 17

Régua

Freedom of Choice

Day 18

Entre-os-Rios, Porto

Signature Experience

Day 19

Porto

Freedom of Choice

Day 20

Porto, Disembark Ship, Coimbra, Lisbon

Day 21

Lisbon

Day 22

Lisbon, Sintra

Day 23

Depart Lisbon

Tour Highlights

2025

Col d'Orcia in Montalcino

Visit Col d'Orcia in Montalcino, the home of Brunello, one of the most famous red wines in Italy. Delight in a tour of the estate gardens and the cellar, followed by an exclusive barrel tasting. You’ll then enjoy lunch in the estate’s villa, where farm-to-table products are paired with the estate’s wines.

Republic of Malta, the picturesque Casa Rocca Piccola in Valetta

Casa Rocca Piccola

Embark on a private tour of Casa Rocca Piccola, a 16th-century palace and family home in Valletta. You’ll be met by the owners who will share the rich history of their ancestral home. After the tour, enjoy a glass of prosecco and indulge in a tasting of local delicacies in the aristocratic garden.

Wine Tasting in Saint Tropez

Arrive at a family-owned vineyard and be welcomed by the owner. Embark on a guided behind-the-scenes tour of the estate, cellar and the barrel rooms. Indulge in a cocktail-style lunch in the beautiful grounds. Savour local provençal fare and sample the estate’s impressive array of wines. Afterwards, enjoy a game of pétanque, a ball game that originated in the south of France and is a derivation from the ancient sport of boules.

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Experiences in four destinations
Travel in a small group onboard Seabourn Ovation, hosted by an APT Tour Leader
A total of 29 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages
Transfers, port charges and gratuities
Savour farm-to-table produce and paired wines at Col d’Orcia estate in Tuscany
Join the owner of a family-run vineyard near Saint Tropez for a behind-the-scenes tour and cellar room tasting
Embark a private tour of Casa Rocca Piccola, a 16th-century palace and family home

What's On Board

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Come aboard the Seabourn Encore and Ovation

Experience unparalleled luxury and service aboard the Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Encore. These exquisite ships redefine elegance at sea, offering discerning travellers a haven of sophistication and indulgence. From spacious suites adorned with fine amenities to world-class dining, embark on a journey of discovery to the world's most captivating destinations, where personalised experiences and intimate ports of call await.

What our customers are saying

What a amazing tour. The countries and the villages we visited with all different history. Special thanks to our tour director. What a loving, caring and knowledgeable person.

Europe

What a cruise it was. Everything was excellent, from the crew, accommodation, meals, tours - we could not find a fault in anything.

Europe

What an experience, words are hard to find to describe these tours, anybody thinking of travelling with APT will never regret it.

The APT river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest has to be the measure that all other travel is measured against. It was living the dream! APT will be our recommendation to all.

Europe

We will recommend our friends to travel with your company and I am sure they will share the same experiences as we did. The entertainment, you provided was again first class.

Europe

This trip was the holiday of a lifetime for us and thanks to the excellent team of APT staff we had a wonderful experience. We will certainly be planning another trip using APT in the future.

Europe

We will recommend APT River Cruising highly, and hopefully may even be able to join in again one day. Thank you for showing us a wonderful part of the world....

Europe

The on-board entertainment was great and we danced many a night away as well as meeting some lovely people. What a wonderful introduction to Europe - loved every minute.

Europe

Trip Notes

  • Cruise operated by APT’s partner, Seabourn

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change 

  • Prices are for cruise only. Flights not included unless specified 

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