Itinerary: Cruise from Liverpool – Tangier, Cartagena (Spain), Algiers, Valletta (Overnight onboard), Tunis, Sardinia, Melilla, Porto – Return to Liverpool.
Ports of Call
Cruise from Liverpool
- Tangier: Explore the Kasbah and the narrow streets of the medina, with traditional markets, craft shops and cafés. The Grand Socco square connects the historic quarter with the newer city and provides a useful starting point for exploring.
- Cartagena (Spain): Visit the Roman Theatre and its museum, which reveal the city’s ancient history. The nearby Roman Forum remains and historic streets offer further opportunities to explore Cartagena’s archaeological heritage.
- Algiers: Discover the UNESCO-listed Casbah, a historic district of winding streets, traditional houses, Ottoman-era palaces and mosques. The steep hillside setting provides views towards the Mediterranean.
- Valletta: Visit St John’s Co-Cathedral and the Upper Barrakka Gardens overlooking the Grand Harbour. The extended stay allows time to explore the capital’s fortified streets or travel inland to the historic city of Mdina.
- Tunis: From La Goulette, travel into Tunis to explore its UNESCO-listed medina, traditional souks and historic mosques. The archaeological remains of Carthage provide another option for exploring the region’s history.
- Sardinia: Explore Cagliari’s historic Castello district, with its medieval streets, cathedral and old fortifications. The Bastione di Saint Remy offers panoramic views across the city.
- Melilla: Discover Melilla la Vieja, the fortified old town overlooking the Mediterranean. The newer Ensanche district contains an extensive collection of Art Nouveau and Art Deco buildings, many associated with architect Enrique Nieto.
- Porto: From the port at Matosinhos, travel into Porto to explore the Ribeira waterfront, São Bento railway station and its decorative tiles. Across the Douro, Vila Nova de Gaia is known for its historic port wine cellars.
Return to Liverpool