Barcelona Archaeological Cruises

This 14-day cruise of France & Spain is a splash of cultures - spend 3 nights in Paris, then travel by high-speed TGV train to Lyon and start on a lovely cruise through Provence onboard MS Amakristina. Then catch the TGV to Spain for 3 nights in Barcelona. Enjoy wine tasting, riding, cooking workshops, and archaeology.

Explore the French and Italian Rivieras on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse. Visit UNESCO sites and cultural landmarks in Sete, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, Porto Venere, and Livorno. Enjoy expert-guided excursions from Carcassonne’s medieval fortress to Pisa’s Leaning Tower, experiencing the art, history, and coastal landscapes of the Mediterranean.

Explore the French and Italian Rivieras on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Visit UNESCO sites and cultural landmarks in Port Vendres, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, Porto Venere, and Livorno. Enjoy expert-guided excursions from Carcassonne’s medieval fortress to Pisa’s Leaning Tower, experiencing the art, history, and coastal landscapes of the Mediterranean.

Set sail aboard Le Boreal on an exceptional 8-day itinerary that takes you along the Spanish and Portuguese coasts, from Barcelona to Lisbon. Visit Barcelona, Malaga, Cadiz, Lagos, and Lisbon. Enjoy cultural landmarks, stunning coastlines, and historic sites with expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.

This 9-day Southern France and Italian Riviera cruise with Smithsonian Journeys sails from Barcelona to Civitavecchia on the Le Champlain. Explore the rich history and culture of the fabled lands on the northern shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

Take a 13-day Mediterranean trip aboard the Douglas Mawson, beginning in Barcelona with a Flamenco event and visits to key sites like the Sagrada Familia and Las Ramblas. Continue through coastal towns, medieval cities, and cultural spots in the French Riviera, Tuscany, and Corsica, ending in Rome.

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring Spain and Portugal’s vibrant coasts from Barcelona to Lisbon. Highlights include Gaudi’s masterpieces in Barcelona, the Alhambra of Granada, and Lisbon’s UNESCO-listed Jeronimos Monastery, with stops in Mallorca, Malaga, Cadiz, and the Algarve’s stunning landscapes.

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Lisbon to Barcelona aboard Le Bougainville, exploring historic treasures like Andalusia’s Alcazar and Alhambra, Mallorca’s Bellver Castle, and Valencia’s La Lonja. End in Barcelona with Gaudi’s iconic Sagrada Famalia.

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.

Set sail on this 8-day adventure from Barcelona to Monte Carlo aboard World Traveller. Explore Valencia’s Arts & Sciences complex. Witness a solar eclipse at sea, then visit Palma de Mallorca’s La Seu Cathedral & Sierra de Tramuntana. Hike Sete’s Mount St. Clair & visit the artistic Quartier Haute before concluding your journey in Monte Carlo.

Join a 13-day trip from Barcelona to Athens aboard World Navigator, exploring France, Italy, and Greece. Discover Barcelona’s architecture, visit Roses and Cadaques, and enjoy a winery tour. Explore Sete, Saint-Tropez, and Cinque Terre. From Livorno, visit Florence and Pisa, then explore Rome, Sorrento, and Lipari. End in Crete, Hydra, and Athens.

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Lisbon to Barcelona aboard World Navigator and visit vibrant cities like Portimao, Cadiz, and Cartagena. Discover historic landmarks, cultural treasures, and breathtaking natural scenery on this unforgettable adventure across the Mediterranean.