For returning travellers or those discovering the delights of Europe for the first time, Regent Seven Seas Cruises will offer captivating European cruises in 2022 and 2023, including extended combination voyages from the Mediterranean to the Baltic.
With four ships sailing European waters during 2022 and 2023, including Seven Seas Explorer and Seven Seas Splendor, guests are invited to experience cosmopolitan cities and undiscovered gems such as St Petersburg, Monte Carlo, Copenhagen, Amalfi, Oporto and Liepaja in unrivalled comfort, with every luxury included.
Travellers looking for a more immersive cruise can select one of Regent Seven Seas Cruises’ extended combination voyages, which feature few repeat ports and more overnight stays, giving guests a more leisurely, in-depth experience and the opportunity to spend additional time exploring some of Europe’s history-rich destinations whilst revelling in spacious all-suite accommodation and enjoying the most exquisite cuisine and elegant entertainment on board.
In addition, each voyage fare also includes gourmet dining in a range of specialty restaurants, fine wines and spirits, on-board entertainment, unlimited internet access, free valet laundry, pre-paid gratuities, hotel to ship transfers and one-night, pre-cruise hotel packages for guests staying in Concierge-level suits and higher.
Guests wanting to sail one of Regent’s meticulously crafted itineraries in the height of luxury can book a Penthouse Suite or opt for the ultimate indulgence with a stay in the Regent Suite, known as the most exclusive address at sea, featuring 413sqm of luxury, including two-and-a-half marble and stone bathrooms, an in-suite spa, a wrap-around balcony, personal butler and a free car and personal guide to explore every destination.
Highlights of the 2022 and 2023 season include the Historic Mediterranean Shores and Aegean & Ionian Dreams, a 36-night extended voyage between Rome and Venice departing August 6, 2022 aboard the Seven Seas Explorer. This incredible adventure combines iconic ports such as Venice, Istanbul, Mykonos and Santorini, with some of the lesser-known gems of Montenegro and Croatia.
Free shore excursions across the two sailings include The Land of the Godfather in Sicily, exploring the iconic settings of Francis Ford Coppola’s iconic film while enjoying panoramic views of the Sicilian coastline; a Cooking Class in Klinci Village in Montenegro for a hands-on seafood cooking lesson on a historic family estate; or an opportunity to discover lush forests, a tiered waterfall, butterflies and otters in Krka National Park in Zadar, Croatia.
The Beauty in the Mediterranean voyage is a 19-night adventure from Rome to Monte Carlo departing October 2, 2022, aboard Seven Seas Voyager. This extended itinerary combines classic destinations such as Positano, bustling Barcelona and glamorous Palma de Mallorca with boutique ports in Albania, Malta, Croatia, Montenegro for an authentic taste of the diverse customs, culture, cuisine and coastlines of Europe – not to mention an overnight in Venice to discover its delights at a more leisurely pace.
Free shore excursions to choose from include The Best of Kruja & Tirana in Albania, which visits religious landmarks, the famous bazaar in the town’s cobbled streets and a traditional meal to try local delicacies; or Explore Corfu by 4X4 in Greece, an exhilarating ride along winding roads and through quaint villages to see a side of the ‘’Capri of Greece” rarely experienced by tourists.
The 24-night extended Ballad of the Black Sea + Holy Land Passage voyage departs Venice October 7, 2022 on the Seven Seas Explorer and calls in at less-visited destinations in Greece and the Black Sea over 12 nights, before undertaking a 12-night discovery round-trip from Istanbul, including three days in the Holy Land, and ports in Ephesus (Turkey), Cyprus and Greece. This voyage is the ideal choice for culture-lovers, keen photographers and those fascinated by ancient civilisations, with Israel’s third-largest city, Haifa, a definite highlight. The gateway to legendary locations including Nazareth, Jerusalem’s Old City and Bethlehem, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Bahai hanging gardens are a standout.
Free shore excursions include Highlights of Odessa in Ukraine’s ‘Pearl of the Black Sea’, where guests can stroll famous Primorsky Boulevard, visit a palace and marvel at the beautiful Baroque and Renaissance architecture; and Constanta Sights, Romanian Folk Show and Wine Tastingtour which visits Romania’s historic museums, wines and dines at a traditional restaurant, and enjoy a performance of local music and dancing.
The 14-night Journey to Iberia journey aboard Seven Seas Splendor departs Barcelona May 9 2023 and is the ultimate itinerary for an absorbing discovery of Western Europe, and calls on seven Spanish ports, including Valencia, Seville and Bilbao, as well as majestic Casablanca, plus an overnight in the heart of Bordeaux wine country. Shore excursions include the Chef Tour and Moroccan Cooking Class in Casablanca, Dining at Chateau Kirwan in Bordeaux, or Marbella and Puerto Banus from Malaga.
In Casablanca, guests can join their Culinary Arts Kitchen Chef Instructor and a local guide to roam the Central Market of Casablanca, visit the ancient olive market and forage for preserved lemons, rose water and a tagine to use during an on-board 90 -minute cooking class. In beautiful Bordeaux, gaze over the vineyards and villages of the Medoc wine region on the way to an exclusive dinner at the 18th-century Chateau Kirwan estate, where a guided cellar visit will be followed by a divine meal supplemented by the finest paired wines. Guests can also enjoy the life of Europe’s elite with a visit to the playground of the Spanish jet-set in Marbella and Puerto Banus, home to sun-soaked seaside promenades, luxury marinas and upscale boutiques.
For lovers of Scandinavia, the 10-night Under the Midnight Sun journey aboard Seven Seas Splendor departs June 30, 2023 and visits lively Berlin, Poland, Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia and Helsinki, with an overnight stay in stunning St. Petersburg.
Guests will be spoilt for choice with up to 53 shore excursions to choose from, including beer tasting in Lithuania, an Old Town exploration in Tallin, Estonia and Echoes of the Past – Jewish Heritage, an emotional tour visiting landmark sites in Berlin, including the Holocaust Memorial and the haunting Topography of Terror, an open-air photography exhibition on the former site of Nazi Germany’s Gestapo headquarters.
Finally, the 10-night Italian Wine & Turkish Delight voyage departs Venice October 20, 2023 aboard Seven Seas Splendor and features a diverse range of destinations in Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Turkey and Greece, including new port Syros, where guests can delight in the pastel-coloured buildings and historic cathedrals of one of the bastions of authentic Greek island life.
One of the 67 Free shore excursions on offer is a glamorous opportunity to Cruise Dubrovnik Rivera by Private Yacht, during which guests will explore the Elaphite Islands and enjoy lunch at a private island estate overlooking the sparkling Adriatic Sea.
In the Renaissance city of Urbino, travellers selecting the Roving Urbino and Wine Tasting tour will meander the craft boutiques and galleries of the UNESCO World Heritage listed medieval Old Town before heading into the countryside to sample salami and cheese paired with local wines.
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