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Exploring the Balearic Islands

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Oceanview
$8,080
Suite
$10,858
* Port charges, taxes and fees included
 Cruise Length
8 Days
 Cruise Starts
Barcelona
 Cruise Finishes
Barcelona
8 Day Exploring the Balearic Islands Itinerary (Emerald Cruises)
Countries Explored: Spain, France
Ship
Departures
Passengers
100
Crew
64
Launched
2023
Cruise Code
E18M-1

Overview

Welcome aboard this 8-day cruise of the Balearic Islands, an awe-inspiring archipelago of islands and islets east of the Spanish mainland. We set sail from Barcelona and navigate to coastal havens such as Palamós, Mahón, Palma de Mallorca and Ibiza. Get ready to admire the carmine-coloured cliffs rising out of blue waters off the Vermilion Coast. Savour a bold-flavoured local cheese in Mahón, or freshly caught prawns in Palamós. In Ibiza, soak up the vibrant party-luxe lifestyle and the raw beauty of this famous island. This seafaring adventure concludes in Barcelona, Spain.

Itinerary

Your deluxe cruise begins in Barcelona, where you'll be transferred to your Emerald Cruises luxury yacht to begin your journey of the Spanish coastline.

Please book your flight to arrive into Barcelona prior to 03:00 PM. (D)

Port-Vendres, in the Occitanie region of France, is a pleasant port town known for its deep-water harbour. In fact, it's one of the few ports in this region of France that can accommodate large freighters and cruise ships. Port-Vendres is just north of the Spanish border on the Vermilion Coast, a length of coastline famed for its red cliffs contrasting with the azure waters. (B/L/D)

Famous for its sweet-flavoured Palamós prawns, this charming coastal town in the heart of Spain's Costa Brava has a rich fishing heritage. Palamós boasts a vibrant port and a picturesque old town, nestled between the mountains and the crystal-clear Mediterranean Sea. (B/L/D)

The compelling city of Mahón is the capital of Menorca, one of Spain's Balearic Islands. Mahón's uniquely shaped, deep harbour is among the largest in the world. Mahón is also well-known for its cuisine, markets and eateries — it's the birthplace of mayonnaise (named after the city) and famous for its local cheese, Mahón, a bold-flavoured, semi-firm cow's milk cheese. (B/L/D)

Palma de Mallorca, the capital of Spain's Balearic Islands, is a city steeped in history and adorned with remarkable architecture. One of Palma's most notable landmarks is the stunning Cathedral of Santa Maria, a masterpiece of Gothic architecture with one of the largest rose windows — a decorated circular window with stained glass — in the world. (B/L/D)

Ibiza's party scene is world-renowned, attracting thousands of visitors each year. The island, just off the coast of Spain, has become synonymous with electronic dance music, luxury, and late-night revelry. Despite its reputation, Ibiza also promotes responsible tourism, with initiatives to ensure the island's natural beauty is preserved for future generations. (B/L/D)

Castellón de la Plana is an eclectic city melding natural beauty with rich culture. It has beautiful beaches and inviting green spaces such as Columbretes Islands Natural Park, popular for hiking. The city is also home to Jaume I University, one of the most important universities in Spain, elevating Castellón de la Plana's already dynamic culture with a youthful energy. (B/L/D)

Your luxurious yacht cruise concludes in Barcelona, where you'll be transferred to the airport for your return flight home or to continue your holiday.

Please book your flight to depart out of Barcelona after 11:00 AM.

The itinerary is a guide only and may be amended for operational reasons. As such Emerald Cruises cannot guarantee the cruise will operated unaltered from the itinerary states above. (B)

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Fine Dining
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Included Excursions
Included Excursions

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Zodiacs & Marina Toys
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