Journey through the Mediterranean, exploring the vibrant streets of Barcelona and enchanting canals of Venice. In Croatia, visit the remarkable old town of Šibenik. In France, discover Montpellier’s rich heritage and take in Marseille’s coastal charm, then experience Monte Carlo’s glamour. Stay overnight in Tuscany, immerse yourself in ancient Rome and sail along Italy’s boot, calling at Sicily’s Messina and the historic ports of Crotone and Bari.

Provence is celebrated for its clear light and cobblestoned villages, historic palaces and abbeys set amid lavender fields. Yet the Provence you discover when exploring on foot is even more magical. Starting in Avignon, head to the Alpilles with its jagged peaks and sunbaked pines. Set off through olive groves, fields of poppies, and hillsides fragrant with wild thyme in the Luberon. Go truffle hunting, meet a cheesemaker, and taste local wines along the way. End with a spectacular hike amidst the limestone cliffs of the Les Dentelles de Montmirail.

The Hotel Abbaye de Maizieres is ideally situated in the historical center of Beaune, a picturesque town, on a cobbled street. The entrance of the hotel is in the cellar through a medieval door next to a beautiful, vaulted window with Cistercian glasses.

Experience the winter wonderlands of Europe like never before, beginning in Mainz, where Christmas markets and medieval streets open the festive season in style. Rothenburg ob der Tauber follows with an abundance of 16th-century charm, while in Munich, foaming steins of beer beckon at the city’s famous beer halls. Your journey continues in Salzburg with an exclusive market tasting, where locals serve mugs of Glühwein and freshly baked Lebkuchen, fragrant with ginger and spice. In Innsbruck, a horse-drawn carriage ride through the Alpine scenery and a visit to the world of Swarovski Crystal reveal another side of Austria, before stunning views over Lake Lucerne from the peak of Mt. Pilatus...

Experience the best of Spain, Italy and France during an incredible 15-day journey. See Valencia’s stunning architecture and the historic sites of La Goulette. Trace the spectacular shores of Sardinia and the iconic Amalfi Coast. Take in the treasured ruins of Rome and stroll the romantic streets of Florence and Pisa. Discover elegant Monte Carlo, picturesque Marseille and wander the colorful, canal-lined walkways of lesser-known Sète.

Follow Europe’s historic waterways through landscapes and cities shaped by trade, empire and cultural exchange on this 15-day journey. Along the Rhine, Main and Danube, discover the impressive landmarks of Vienna and Budapest, Bamberg and Regensburg’s medieval streets, and Cologne’s iconic cathedral. Sail through the scenic Wachau Valley and the UNESCO-listed Middle Rhine, where castles, vineyards and centuries-old towns reflect the region’s long history.

10 Days, featuring: Ludwigshafen, Germany. Excursion To Heidelberg

18 Days, featuring: St. Moritz–chur–täsch–zermatt

Discover history, culture and breathtaking beauty as you cruise through four countries between Regensburg and Budapest on two of Europe’s most famous rivers.

A classic journey on the Rhine River promises spectacular landscapes, rich culture and fascinating history, where bustling cities are complemented by romantic towns. Discover the charms of the Netherlands, France and Germany during the quieter early season from your luxurious Emerald Star-Ship.

9 Days, featuring: Munich, Germany

Trace legendary trade routes as you embark on a roundtrip journey from Barcelona. Marseille’s Old Port reflects centuries of maritime power, while Corsica’s monuments pay homage to its famous son, Napoleon Bonaparte. In UNESCO-listed Valletta, grand landmarks evoke a rich legacy, and echoes of ancient civilizations linger in Algiers and Tunis. Moorish elegance shapes Casablanca, and in Spain, Andalusian gems reveal a culture steeped in artistry.

See Paris icons such as the Champs-Élysées, taste pintxos in San Sebastián and watch Venetian glassblowers shape molten glass by hand. This grand European tour travels from Parisian avenues and Bordeaux’s celebrated wine country to Gaudí’s extraordinary La Sagrada Família in Barcelona. Along the French Riviera, follow Nice’s Promenade des Anglais and see Monaco’s harbor lined with luxury yachts. In Vienna, palaces and grand boulevards trace the legacy of Austria’s Habsburg dynasty.