Included Shore Excursions
Cadiz
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Enjoy an amusing walking excursion dedicated to the bicentenary celebrations of 'The Pepa' - the signing of the Spanish constitution in the year 1812. An official guide will give you an overview of the history of the signing during a pleasant stroll through the old town of Cadiz.
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Depart the port area by motor coach for an approximate 1-hour panoramic drive through the city. Exit the bus for a short walk to a flamenco tavern for a performance.
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This guided excursion is entirely on foot from the pier, starting from Plaza de Espana and ending in the impressive Cádiz Cathedral. You are free to return to the pier or remain in town to continue exploring at your leisure.
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Visit Jerez de la Frontera which was called Xerez/Xeres during the Muslim occupation of Iberia. Jerez is a popular location for photographers. Thereafter, reboard your coach to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art Foundation, world famous for its show “How the Andalusian Horses Dance” before returning back to the pier.
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Depart by coach to Pueblo Blanco of Arcos de la Frontera for an hour long walk to explore the old city. Proceed to Parador and then the Casa del Corregidor, a former palace and a 14th century home and then end the tour with some tapas before heading back to the ship.
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Starting with a scenic drive around Cádiz this tour takes you to Jerez de la Frontera, 50 km away. Next you will visit the cellars or bodegas of Puerto de Santa Maria and learn about the winemaking process. You will get to taste fine wines and also learn about the traditional production of their Iberian pork products. There will also be opportunities to taste the best-awarded ham in the world from Osborne.
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Seville! 9 hours
Golf at monte Castillo 7 hours
Exclusive wine tasting at Gonzalez Bypass 4.5 hours
S.A.L.T. Rare Barrel Tastings & Gourmet Lunch at an 8-Generation Family-Owned Sherry Producer 4.5 hours
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Full-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Full-day)
Malaga
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Depart the pier for a 30-minute sightseeing drive towards Gibralfaro for a quick stop to soak in the splendid views of this hilltop location. Head to Alcazaba for a brief walk around this ancient fortress and then onto the cathedral. Some free time is given to further explore before heading back to the pier.
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A one hour drive takes you to the traditional mountain village of Mijas where you will be able to see the famous donkey “taxis”. This guided tour takes you to a chocolate museum and factory after which you will be given some free time to explore the area before returning to the pier.
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Depart by walking into Calle Larios, the main shopping street of Malaga after which you head to the highlight of the tour – the Museo Picasso Malaga. Following the museum visit, you will proceed to the Bodega Patio de Beatas for 2 tapas accompanied by a glass of wine.
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The 2-hour drive to Ronda warrants a full day visit to this city famous for its dramatic escarpments, views and the deep El Tajo gorge. You’ll visit the oldest bullring in Spain, Bosco House (known for beautiful ceramics and gardens), the Mondragon Palace, Santa Maria La Mayor (a former mosque converted into a church by King Ferdinand). Some free time will be made available for your own lunch and exploration before returning to the pier.
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A 75-minute coach ride takes you to Caminito del Rey for a walk on a walkway across the Gaitanes Ravine which hangs 100m above the base of the gorge. After a 3h30minute walk surrounded by nature you are taken to a wine and tapas tasting before returning to the ship.
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After a short drive round the city centre, your guide will walk you round the various sights of the city such as the Cathedral and the Plaza de la Constitucion. After some free time you will reboard your coach and return to the pier.
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The Alhambra! 9 hours
Captivating Cordoba 8.5 hours
Silver Shore Privato: The Alhambra by Private Car 8 hours
Silver Shore Privato: The Alhambra by Private Van 8 hours
S.A.L.T. The Art of Cooking: Andalusian Culinary Revival with Award Winning Chef Charo Carmona 4.5 hours
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Full-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Full-day)
Cartagena
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A short coach ride will take you to the panoramic lift which puts you in the highest point in Cartagena in the Castillo de la Concepcion. After that you will proceed to the Roman Theatre only discovered in 1988 after a large excavation project. Proceed on to the Old Quarter and enjoy some free time after to browse shops along Calle Mayor, the main street in town.
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You are bound for the foothills of the Sierra Carrascoy in this tour. Murcia dates from the 9th century and offers an array of architectural delights. On this tour you’ll head to the Monastery of the Virgin of Fuensanta, the Cathedral in Cardenal Belluga Square and the Royal Casino of Murcia.
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Depart the pier by coach for an approximate 1.5 hour drive towards Jumilla where you’ll visit 2 wineries for tours and tastings: BSI Winery and Vina Elena.
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Explore the historical, monumental and commercial pathways of Cartagena on your Segway after a safety and operational briefing.
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On this scenic walking tour you will first discover the historic Old Quarter of this beautiful ancient city. Afterwards, proceed to a local restaurant for an informative paella demonstration and then dine on the dishes you learned to prepare. Discover wines in the Jumilla region before returning to the pier on foot.
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This tour takes you on a half day excursion to a traditional hacienda. Take in a “stampede” show in the Andalusian Horse Ranch and then get a ranch tour, some tapas concluding with a Horse-and-Dance performance.
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Discover Cartagena in a unique way via trolley train. You will see monuments, military buildings, beautiful Modernist palaces and the historical city centre. Reboard the trolley train after a refreshment to head back to the pier.
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Enjoy the best of Cartagena, its intriguing history and fascinating archaeological site from the 3rd century BC, the Punic Wall. Board your coach after some free time for shopping on the main street, Calle Mayor, to return to the pier.
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Roman Forum District with a Curator 4 hours
Jewish, Christian and Muslim Lorca 8 hours
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Full-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Full-day)
Valencia
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Start with a panoramic drive to the Gran Via and Calle Jativa, past the Bullring and Central Station. The walking part of the tour starts at La Lonja, the Silk Exchange then proceed to the City of Arts & Sciences: El Palau de les Arts Reina Sofia into which the Principe Felipe Musuem is integrated. The walking tour concludes at the coach which will return you to the pier.
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Start the tour with a short panoramic drive through Valencia to the meeting point with your guide and get fitted with a bike and a briefing. The city is relatively flat which makes for easier cycling. You will make your way towards the old quarter and the Central Market (considered one of the oldest European markets in operation) in the La Lonja area. Continue to explore other areas such as The Serrano Towers, the Plaza de la Virgen and the Marques de dos Aguas before being led back to the meeting point where the coach will take you back to the pier.
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This tour will take you on a round trip through Valencia where you will pass by parks, gardens, the auditorium and some parts of the Old Quarter. It will end at the modern buildings of the City of Arts and Science and you can either choose to remain or be taken back to the ship.
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This half day excursion to the ‘City of Silk’ takes you to the College of High Silk Art which is an institution established in 1477 to set rules and standards of quality for Valencian silk-makers. After that you will also visit the Barri de Velluters – a neighbourhood established by velvet-makers in 1465, as well as visit the Silk Exchange Building which is the cornerstone of UNESCO’s Silk Road Project.
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With this tour, you’ll be met with your tour guide and head out into the city centre to explore the highlights such as the Virgin Mary Basilica, Church of the two Saint Johns and the Valencia Cathedral. You will also continue to the famous UNESCO World Heritage Site, La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia (the Silk Exchange) and conclude with a leisurely stroll at the Central Market of Valencia.
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Art of Paella & Wine Tasting 4 hours
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Full-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Full-day)
Palma de Mallorca
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On this tour you will be taken by coach to Bellver Castle which overlooks Palma and will provide spectacular views of this capital city. You’ll next be taken to the historic Old Quarter for a guided walk among stately Mallorcan buildings as well as La Seu Cathedral which looms over Parque de la Mar. You will then be taken back to pier by coach with the choice of exploring the seafront or returning to the ship.
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After a 50-minute sightseeing drive through Palma, you will be taken to the Son Reus Train Station where you will board the historic Soller train for a 27km route to Soller. The 45-minute train ride will showcase the Mallorcan mountains, orange groves and fairy tale-like villages. After some free time in the village of Soller, you will be take by coach back to the ship.
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After collecting your bike onshore, your route will take you 100 yards on top of the old city wall before entering the Old Town to explore. This bike tour will involve 10-12km of riding over mostly flat surfaces.
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Depart the pier for a 45-minute drive along the northern coast to Son Marroig where you will stop for wonderful views and photo opportunities of Majorcan’s northern coastline. Reboard the coach to head to Valldemossa which is one of the most beautiful villages on the island. After some free time, your final stop is at La Granja de Esporles, a 17th century noble manor surrounded by fountains and lush formal gardens. Your coach will then take you back to the pier.
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After a one-hour drive from the pier you will arrive at the Caves of Drach (Cuevas del Drach) near Porto Cristo. Discovered in the 12th Century, these caves were artistically illuminated in 1935 to highlight various grottoes and immense stalagmites and stalactites. At the end of the walk, you will also get to visit one of the largest subterranean lakes in the world, Lake Martel. The tour continues with a stop at a Pearl factory with the opportunity to browse before the return ride to the ship.
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On this walking tour, you will commence with a photo stop at the 14th century Bellver Castle before continuing onto three different vars for tastings of tapas which is the typical way to eat in Spain. Following the tapas tastings, you will be given some free time for independent shopping and exploration before reboarding your coach to go back to the pier.
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Valdemossa & Deia
S.A.L.T. The World of Olive Oil in the Tramuntana
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Car & Guide (Full-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Half-day)
Silver Shore Privato: Private Van & Guide (Full-day)