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Starts in Barcelona. Ends in Rome

France Intensive Azamara Cruise with Drinks Package, Rome & Barcelona Stays & Sagrada Familia Tour

Barcelona to Rome: 12-Night France Intensive Azamara Quest w. pre/post-cruise stays & Sagrada Familia Tour logo
Departing on 31 Mar 2025
Cruise line:Azamara
Cruise ship:Azamara Quest
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From the glitz and glamour of St. Tropez to the luxury of Nice, the French Riviera is a treasure trove of wonders waiting to be unearthed on this spectacular cruise onboard Azamara Quest. Your journey begins with a two-night stay in sun-soaked Barcelona, then, it’s time to embrace the picture-perfect villages, rich history and ever-changing beauty of the French coast.

Cheese and wine are just the beginning on this fabulously French journey. Discover the charming fishing villages of Port Vendres and Sete and feel soft sea breezes ruffling your hair in the quaint terracotta-clad Marseille. Luxuriate amongst the rich and famous in St. Tropez and Nice, see the delights of Ajaccio on Corscia Island, then sail into Rome where you’ll enjoy a one-night in five-stay luxury during your post-cruise stay.

Throughout your cruise, enjoy access to several restaurants, cafes, lounges, sun-drenched decks, a revitalising spa and gleaming pool on the upper deck, enrichment programs and classes (such as wine tastings with sommeliers) and more. Plus, enjoy all-inclusive onboard dining, onboard standard drinks package and five-star Azamara service throughout.

Your journey takes you to: Barcelona, Spain — Palamos — Port Vendres, France — Sete — Provence (Marseille) — St.Tropez —Nice — Ajaccio, Corsica — Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy.

Upgrades available: Make your voyage extra special by upgrading to a stateroom with ocean views or your own private verandah.

Looking for different dates? See all Luxury Escapes Azamara sailings here.

Time limited offer
12 nights from
US$2,309 /person
Valued up to US$2,861
-19%
Twin Share
Includes taxes & fees
Highlights

Your cruise includes:

  • Nine nights aboard Azamara Quest in a Club Interior Stateroom
  • Two nights of pre-cruise accommodation at Grand Hyatt Barcelona (or similar)
  • One night post-cruise accommodation at InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace, an IHG Hotel (or similar)
  • Daily gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner experiences onboard
  • Drinks package including select spirits, international beer and wine, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea throughout your cruise
  • Basílica de la Sagrada Família Tour while in Barcelona
  • Access to entertainment and fitness venues onboard
  • Complimentary AzAmazing Evening℠ event
  • Self-service laundry onboard
  • Shuttle service to and from port communities, when available
  • Concierge services onboard for guidance and reservations
  • Onboard gratuities
Facilities

Location

Your cruise begins in Barcelona, Spain and ends in Rome, Italy, with two nights of pre-cruise accommodation in Barcelona and one night of post-cruise accommodation in Rome.

Your cruise departs Barcelona, Spain at 6pm on Day 3 (boarding times announced prior to departure) and returns to Rome, Italy at 6am on Day 13. Please ensure you arrive in time for boarding.

Return flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. Please do NOT book your flights until your cruise is confirmed.

Airport and cruise port transfers are NOT included with your package, please plan accordingly.

A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website Visas Direct to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa please let us know and we would be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.

Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with all your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.

Itinerary

Day 1: Barcelona, Spain

Drop your bags and spend the day at leisure exploring the capital of Catalonia, famed for its medieval streets within the charming Gothic Quarter. Wonder at Gaudí masterpieces like La Sagrada Família and Casa Batlló, stroll along the seaside boardwalks or dive into a traditional paella at one of the many buzzing tapas bars that fill the streets.

Accommodation: Grand Hyatt Barcelona (or similar)

Day 2: Barcelona, Spain

Today is yours to do as you please in Barcelona. Explore the sites of the city and immerse yourself in the superb beauty and deep-rooted culture of this cosmopolitan masterpiece. With a history rich in art and architecture, medieval, Gothic and modern influences can be seen all over this vibrant city.

Start your day at 9am with a guided tour of Gaudi’s Modernist interpretation of Gothic architecture at the stunning Sagrada Familia Basilica. Visit the fascinating Sagrada Familia museum to better understand Gaudi’s life and work, and the extraordinary creative mind behind his most ambitious project.

Following your tour make your way to the waterfront and stroll up the shady, tree-lined Las Ramblas boulevard and discover some of the city’s best shopping and bustling cafes.

Accommodation: Grand Hyatt Barcelona (or similar)

Day 3: Barcelona, Spain

Enjoy a morning at your leisure, before making your way to the port. Follow instructions from your cruise provider to ensure you arrive with plenty of time to board before departure at 6pm. Settle into your sleek cabin and prepare for a delicious feast at one of the many onboard dining outlets.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Dinner

Day 4: Palamos, Spain

Sail into the charming fishing village of Palamos on Spain’s sunny Costa Brava. Explore the vibrant fish market, view the day’s catch at the bustling harbour, or visit the Fishing Museum to delve into local history and global angling techniques. Journey to the countryside for wine and olive oil tastings or marvel at the legendary works of Catalan artist Salvador Dalí.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 5: Port Vendres, France

Welcome to France. This morning, you will reach the peaceful fishing town of Port-Vendres. Venture beyond the port to uncover the allure of the Côte Vermeille – see enchanting Collioure, famed for its distinctive blush-toned dwellings, lively harbour scenes, and labyrinthine streets leading to the quaint church, or lose yourself in the grandeur of Carcassonne, a majestic hilltop citadel adorned with soaring spires, ancient churches and charming plazas, meticulously restored from oblivion in the 19th century.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 6: Sete, France

Affectionately nicknamed “Little Venice”, the canal city of Sete is France’s largest and most important fishing port on the Mediterranean, where the freshest of seafood reigns king. Take a half-day hike to the summit of Mont Saint-Clair, where you can see 360-degree vistas of the French countryside and the elaborate system of canals, or simply soak up the sun at Corniche beach.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 7: Provence (Marseille), France

Discover the charm of France’s oldest city, filled with terracotta-roofed buildings, historic fisherman’s docks and an enchanting pedestrian square filled with cosy cafés and theatres. Visit the Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, the city of Avignon and the picturesque villages of Les Baux-de-Provence and Aix-en-Provence.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 8: St. Tropez, France

Once a humble fishing village, modern St. Tropez epitomises the glamour and luxury of the French Riviera. In the charming Vieux Port, yachts frequently outnumber fishing boats. Enjoy the sunshine and scenic views while wandering cobbled streets, glimpsing the lives of the wealthy, shopping in luxury boutiques, and savouring fresh seafood at vibrant cafes and restaurants. For a change of pace, venture beyond the town to explore the charming, yet rugged, surrounding landscape.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Days 9 –10: Nice, France

Docking overnight luxuriate amongst the rich and famous in the jewel of the French Riveria. Savour local pissaladière and caillettes at one of the terrace cafés, and stroll along the Promenade des Anglais or journey up the coast to Monte Carlo and visit the famed Place du Casino.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 11: Ajaccio, Corsica, France

Famed as the birthplace of Napoleon, visitors can expect capped bright orange roofs, cobblestone streets and yachts bobbing in the harbour of this gorgeous town. Anchored by a splendid citadel and elegant Baroque cathedral, Ajaccio’s streets are adorned with pastel buildings and sun-shielding wooden shutters. Stroll along the palm-fringed waterfront and, if time permits, plunge into the glittering Mediterranean waters from one of Corsica’s magnificent beaches.

Accommodation: Azamara Quest

Meals: Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Day 12: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

On your arrival in Rome, it’s time to say goodbye to the Azamara Quest as you disembark after breakfast. Spend the rest of the day exploring city sites and checking into your accommodation for the night.

Endless adventures await in Rome. With thousands of years of history, art and culture, it’s no wonder this is one of the most loved cities on the planet. Walk into the past with visits to ancient relics, historic monuments and legendary museums, or people-watch while sipping espresso. Use your central hotel as your launchpad to some of the best dining and sights the city has to offer.

Accommodation: InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace, an IHG Hotel (or similar)

Meals: Breakfast

Day 13: Rome, Italy

After a whirlwind adventure, it’s time to bid farewell to the magic of the Mediterranean and make your own way to Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci–Fiumicino Airport (FCO) for your onward journey.

Fine Print

IMPORTANT: Purchasing this deal does not complete your booking. A member of the Cruise Team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address. You will then be required to complete your online check-in and print your e-ticket and baggage tags; you will also be able to add drink packages, specialty dining, shore excursions, spa treatments etc.

This Cruise package is valid for the following departure dates:

  • 31 March 2025 (cruise departs 2 April 2025, checkout from post-cruise stay 12 April)

IMPORTANT: Please allow for travelling time. International flights are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. It is your responsibility to make your own travel arrangements and ensure that you arrive in Rome, Italy on time for your cruise.

Booking Process

  • Select which package option you would like, taking care to choose the correct cabin option
  • Click on the green ‘Check Availability’ tab
  • Using the plus or minus adjust the number of people you would like to book then click the ‘View Available Dates & Prices’ tab
  • Click the blue ‘Select’ button then the green ‘Review & Payment’ tab at the bottom right of the screen
  • Fill out your preferred payment method and click the green ‘Pay Securely Now’ tab
  • Once your order is complete, you will receive your Luxury Escapes automated booking summary email (this is not your cruise confirmation). The Cruise Concierge team will process your booking and email the cruise line confirmation to your chosen email address.
  • Should you require assistance with your cruise, please contact our Cruise Concierge team at cruises@luxuryescapes.com who will be happy to assist with any of your queries and who will support you right up until you return from your journey

IMPORTANT: The Twin-Room Package is valid for ONE PERSON (based on twin room). You must purchase TWO PACKAGES.

Solo Traveller Surcharge: Solo travellers must pay a surcharge and packages are subject to availability. Please contact Luxury Escapes to enquire.

Please note that packages cannot be split.

AMENDMENTS & CHANGES

Name Change or Corrections

  • Name corrections may incur a fee.
  • Name changes are not permitted.

48-Hour Change of Mind ‘No Questions Asked’ Refund Guarantee:

  • All cruise bookings have a 48-hour ‘Change of Mind Guarantee’ where any monies paid (less unrecoverable costs) within 48 hours of the initial purchase date will be refunded – no questions asked.
  • Bookings outside the 48-hour ‘Change of Mind’ window will be non-refundable and non-changeable. Cancellations outside of the 48-hour ‘Change of Mind’ period will not be provided, except as required by Australian Consumer Law, your local law or as otherwise provided for in the Fine Print.

Cabin Sizes and Bedding Configuration

This cruise includes the following cabin types:

  • Club Interior Stateroom (14sqm) – queen bed that can split into twin beds
  • Club Oceanview Stateroom (13sqm) – queen bed that can split into twin beds with picture window
  • Club Verandah Stateroom (16sqm) – queen bed that can split into twin beds with private balcony

Pre-/Post-Cruise Accommodation:

  • Barcelona — Grand Hyatt Barcelona (Double Room, Queen Bed) - Five Star (or similar)
  • Rome — InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace, an IHG Hotel (King Classic Room) - Five Star (or similar)

IMPORTANT

  • Cabins are on a ‘guarantee’ basis and will be allocated by the cruise line closer to sailing. Specific cabin, deck and location requests cannot be accommodated.
  • Some cabins may have obstructed views and/or porthole window.
  • Maximum room capacity is one adult for solo travellers, two adults for twin-share cabins/suites/staterooms or four people for quad-share cabins.
  • Wheelchair accessible cabins are not available. They are on application only prior to purchase. Surcharges may apply.
  • Please contact the Luxury Escapes sales team on sales@luxuryescapes.com for further information.

Inclusions

  • Nine nights aboard Azamara Quest in a Club Interior Stateroom
  • Two nights of pre-cruise accommodation at Grand Hyatt Barcelona (or similar)
  • One night post-cruise accommodation at InterContinental Rome Ambasciatori Palace, an IHG Hotel (or similar)
  • Daily gourmet breakfast, lunch and dinner experiences onboard
  • Drinks package including select spirits, international beer and wine, bottled water, soft drinks, specialty coffee and tea throughout your cruise
  • Basílica de la Sagrada Família Tour while in Barcelona
  • Access to entertainment and fitness venues onboard
  • Complimentary AzAmazing Evening℠ event
  • Self-service laundry onboard
  • Shuttle service to and from port communities, when available
  • Concierge services onboard for guidance and reservations
  • Onboard gratuities

Sagrada Familia Tour

  • Marvel at Gaudi’s Modernist interpretation of Gothic architecture with a visit to the stunning temple of the Sagrada Familia, one of the most extraordinary buildings not just in Barcelona but anywhere in the world. Visit the fascinating Sagrada Familia museum to better understand Gaudi’s life and work, and the extraordinary creative mind behind his most ambitious project. It contains original sketches, photographs and models of the history and development of this unique work.
  • Meeting and end point: Carrer Sardennya 311, Barcelona (Julia Travel Office). Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before tour start time
  • Duration: 90-minutes
  • Inclusions: Guide, Sagrada Familia ticket
  • The tour will take place at 9am on Day 2 of your journey (1 April 2025).

Exclusions

  • Return flights
  • Visas
  • Single supplement
  • Meals drinks not stated in the itinerary/inclusions
  • Speciality dining
  • Shore excursions
  • Travel insurance (recommended)
  • Dining inclusions do not include drinks (unless otherwise stated). Menus are subject to change without notice
  • Transfers to and from cruise ship
  • City taxes or resort fees may apply and are payable directly to the hotel on arrival

Barcelona City Tax: Please note a EUR7.43 city tax per person (17+) per night applies, payable directly to the hotel.

Rome City Tax: Please note a EUR10 city tax per person (10+), per night applies, payable directly to the hotel.

Onboard Dining

  • Dining times onboard can vary between sailings. We ask for your preference, however, your preferred dining time may not be available. We suggest that you speak with the maître d’ once onboard.
  • Included dining is available at the following restaurants: Discoveries Restaurant, Windows Cafe, Mosaic Café, The Patio and Swirl & Top and 24-hour room service.

Itinerary

  • In the event of strikes, lockouts, riots, weather conditions or mechanical difficulties, or for any other reason, any scheduled sailing or port of call may be subject to change.
  • Some itineraries may include tender ports.

Passenger Restrictions

  • Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied, in the same or connecting cabin, by a parent or other responsible adult over the age of 21 for the duration of the voyage.
  • Infants under 6 months cannot be accommodated onboard.
  • Guests who will have entered their 24th week of pregnancy or later at any time during the cruise cannot be accommodated due to safety concerns. Pregnant guests under 24 weeks must provide a doctor’s letter upon request confirming fitness to travel and estimated due date.

Travel Insurance

  • Travel insurance is strongly recommended. Luxury Escapes recommends purchasing travel insurance as soon as possible after purchasing this package.

Passports & Visas

  • A visa may be required. It is the traveller’s responsibility to ensure they’re holding a current visa for the countries they’re visiting. If the traveller is on a non-Australian passport, a valid re-entry visa may be required.
  • Important: Please start arranging your visa at least 6-8 weeks prior to departure to account for any delays due to consulate operating hours and processing time.
  • A valid passport with a minimum validity of 6 months beyond your return travel date is required for all passengers (including children and infants).

Health & Vaccinations

  • Travellers are advised to check recommended vaccinations with their local health professional at least 45 days prior to departure, as some vaccinations require 30 days or more to be effective.
  • Proof of vaccination is not usually required unless you are coming from an infected area.
  • Proof of Yellow Fever vaccinations is required for entry into some countries, in particular in Africa. Please check with your health professional that you hold the appropriate vaccination entry requirements for your destination.
  • Guests may be required to provide proof of vaccination against COVID-19 from our ground operator prior to embarkation. Please contact the Luxury Escapes Cruises Concierge team on cruises@luxuryescapes.com for further information.
  • Important: The hotel, transportation and/or destination you are travelling to may have health, insurance and vaccination requirements in place. Please ensure you stay up to date with any requirements prior to your departure.

Timings

  • Timing provided on the itinerary is based on current schedules provided by Azamara and can change at any time without notice.

Currency Onboard and Tipping

  • The currency onboard is US$
  • Service charges (gratuities) for onboard personnel are included in your package, except at The Sanctum Spa.

Fitness Requirements

  • Travellers should have a good level of physical fitness and mobility and must be able to negotiate uneven surfaces and climb stairs.
  • Disability access is limited during the cruise, please consider this when making your booking.
  • Travellers acknowledge that they are required to have a good level of health and fitness to undertake any activities in this package. Further, travellers acknowledge and agree that neither Luxury Escapes nor the third-party provider will be able to provide medical or other assistance in the event that they are unable to complete any aspect of the tour as a result of their health or physical condition (nor is Luxury Escapes liable for any loss, damage, expense, injury or death arising from such).

Surcharges

Any prices quoted exclude specific costs/measures which may be introduced at a later stage as a result of Government changes due to COVID-19 health and safety restrictions. Our trusted third-party suppliers will inform guests of these changes as soon as possible.

COVID-19 Safe Plan

The cruise line’s COVID-19 policy can be accessed here.

Deposits

The deposit amount is 35% and the final payment date is due 180 days prior to embarkation. Please note: other deposit options may be available on your package which differ from the above and which will be outlined in the ‘fine print’ and payment section of the specific package.

PLEASE NOTE: We reserve the right to modify prices for marketing and commercial reasons. Please note that full terms and conditions apply. Refer to website’s terms and conditions.

Cruise itineraries are not guaranteed and are subject to change. While the cruise line will make all reasonable efforts to provide a cruise in accordance with the published schedules and itineraries, factors such as weather, mechanical difficulties or other unforeseen circumstances may affect scheduled itineraries.

Package inclusions are correct at the time of purchase. Refer to your booking summary email for details.

Please note this cruise is operated by Azamara, one of our trusted partners. You will be contacted post-purchase with further details.

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