Star Collector: Winter in Spain and the Rivieras
 
Barcelona to Rome
Fri Feb 27, 2026 - Sun Mar 15, 2026,
 16 days
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Barcelona to Rome
Experience unhurried and accessible destinations rich in breathtaking architecture, romantic solitude, and authentic hospitality throughout Italy, France, and Spain. This 16-day off-season exploration features overnight port stay indulgences throughout  Florence, Barcelona, and Malaga. Make a dozen unobstructed laps around Michelangelo's sculpture of David in Florence. Take advantage of your overnight Livorno (Florence) port stay with extra moments to indulge in Tuscan wines, Pisa tower perspectives, and tasty truffles hunts. Stroll uncrowded cobbled lanes in Nice's Old Town prior to gourmet coffees and mouthwatering croissants at elegant cafes for a leisurely afternoon break. Catch a glimpse of Spain's contested Holy Grail chalice amid cavernous vaulted ceilings and ghostly alabaster-paned windows in Valencia Cathedral. Discover the magic of Malaga--Europe's warmest winter destination--as you explore Greek and Roman ruins, Caliph castles, and sample delightful tapas and Spanish wines at Malaga's best tapas restaurant. In Palma de Mallorca, explore the historic Palma Cathedral and stroll along the charming streets of the Old Town, while in Cartagena, visit the Roman Theatre, explore the historic Roman ruins, and wander through the vibrant port area filled with maritime history and cultural attractions.
 
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Day 1: Barcelona
The old meets the new in this sunny Catalan metropolis, where narrow alleyways contrast with grand boulevards, trendy cuisine meets homemade tapas, and everywhere you’re greeted by the warm, welcoming smiles of the fashionable locals. Don’t miss UNESCO sites like the mind-boggling architecture of Antoni Gaudí or La Sagrada Familia Cathedral, with its eight decorative spires soaring hundreds of feet into the sky.
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Day 2: Barcelona
The old meets the new in this sunny Catalan metropolis, where narrow alleyways contrast with grand boulevards, trendy cuisine meets homemade tapas, and everywhere you’re greeted by the warm, welcoming smiles of the fashionable locals. Don’t miss UNESCO sites like the mind-boggling architecture of Antoni Gaudí or La Sagrada Familia Cathedral, with its eight decorative spires soaring hundreds of feet into the sky.
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Day 3: Valencia
This captivating city is best when savored slowly. Although Valencia’s religious architecture is remarkable, and the Lonja, one of Europe’s most elegant buildings is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, take time for an optional experience — paella. You’ll learn the local secrets of this gastronomic masterpiece as you cook it, eat it, and toast it with the region’s perfectly matched local wines.

Want insider advice on where to find the tastiest restaurants, most unique local markets, authentic culinary shops, and hidden watering holes? Check out Valencia’s Local Dining Tip Curated by Saveur on our blog.

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Day 4: Cartagena
The walled town of Cartagena is a popular seaport with a large naval shipyard. The seashore offers a wide range of activities from windsurfing to good snorkeling to sailing. From Cartagena you can easily explore the ancient city of Murcia, the coastal resorts of Mazarrón, Cala Cortina, and Cabo de Palos or a little further north, the world famous resort of Mar Menor.
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Day 5: Gibraltar
It’s an odd bit of Britain here at the toe of Spain, with Barbary apes and miles of tunnels as well as traditional red phone boxes. Legend says Gibraltar was one of the two pillars erected by Hercules to mark the edge of the world. Take the cable car to the top to see if you can see it from here. No, that’s not it. That’s just Africa. What a view.
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Day 6: Málaga
Here, on the shores of Costa del Sol, the Andalusian spirit thrives. Be sure to include an optional visit to see the brilliant and comprehensive collection of Picasso’s work at Museo Picasso Málaga, a tribute to this artistic genius in the city of his birth. Or you may choose to opt for a visit to the beautiful village of Mijas, where picturesque Andalusian country life creates some of the world’s best wines. 
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Day 7: Málaga
Here, on the shores of Costa del Sol, the Andalusian spirit thrives. Be sure to include an optional visit to see the brilliant and comprehensive collection of Picasso’s work at Museo Picasso Málaga, a tribute to this artistic genius in the city of his birth. Or you may choose to opt for a visit to the beautiful village of Mijas, where picturesque Andalusian country life creates some of the world’s best wines. 
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Day 9: Palma de Mallorca
Mallorca is steep, green, and fringed with enticing coves and more than 200 lush beaches. But all that natural beauty is just the beginning. Stroll along the tree-shaded Paseo de Born in search of tapas. Shop for a Siurell; a traditional red, green, and white clay whistle dating back to the time of the Moors. Watch the street performers on the piazza around the church, or cross the island to beautiful Sóller. Not to be missed is the cultural landscape of the Serra de Tramuntana, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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Day 10: Barcelona
The old meets the new in this sunny Catalan metropolis, where narrow alleyways contrast with grand boulevards, trendy cuisine meets homemade tapas, and everywhere you’re greeted by the warm, welcoming smiles of the fashionable locals. Don’t miss UNESCO sites like the mind-boggling architecture of Antoni Gaudí or La Sagrada Familia Cathedral, with its eight decorative spires soaring hundreds of feet into the sky.
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Day 11: Barcelona
The old meets the new in this sunny Catalan metropolis, where narrow alleyways contrast with grand boulevards, trendy cuisine meets homemade tapas, and everywhere you’re greeted by the warm, welcoming smiles of the fashionable locals. Don’t miss UNESCO sites like the mind-boggling architecture of Antoni Gaudí or La Sagrada Familia Cathedral, with its eight decorative spires soaring hundreds of feet into the sky.
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Day 12: Nice
With its flower-lined streets, flourishing markets, and interesting museums (the Musée Chagall and Musée Matisse are highlights), Nice is a charming introduction to the spirit of the Riviera. Pull up a chaise bleu on the wide sunny Promenade des Anglais and watch the world sail by. Or stop for bouillabaisse, a specialty of the area, in a local restaurant. 
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Day 13: Nice
With its flower-lined streets, flourishing markets, and interesting museums (the Musée Chagall and Musée Matisse are highlights), Nice is a charming introduction to the spirit of the Riviera. Pull up a chaise bleu on the wide sunny Promenade des Anglais and watch the world sail by. Or stop for bouillabaisse, a specialty of the area, in a local restaurant. 
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Day 14: Genoa, Italy
Nestled along Italy’s northwest coast, Genoa is brimming with rich maritime history, vibrant culture, and architectural elegance. It is famous for its many examples of medieval, Renaissance, Baroque, and Gothic architecture as well as its multiple luxurious palaces.  From its stunning medieval old town to its vibrant contemporary art scene, Genoa offers a captivating blend of the past and the present, inviting travelers to immerse themselves in its enchanting atmosphere and explore its diverse cultural offerings. As the birthplace of pesto, Genoa has an active food scene and is home to many food markets worth exploring.
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Day 15: Livorno
Known for its amazing seafood, modern harbor, Renaissance-era architecture and lovely Tuscany countryside, Livorno is the gateway to both Florence and Pisa, not to mention the numerous wineries full of delicious wines to tempt your palate. Stroll the waterside promenade or take a canal ride in the Venezia Nuova quarter.
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Day 16: Livorno
Known for its amazing seafood, modern harbor, Renaissance-era architecture and lovely Tuscany countryside, Livorno is the gateway to both Florence and Pisa, not to mention the numerous wineries full of delicious wines to tempt your palate. Stroll the waterside promenade or take a canal ride in the Venezia Nuova quarter.
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Day 17: Rome
In this enchanting city the past and present intersect in perfect harmony. Casually intermingled among ancient ruins and majestic cathedrals are the trappings of a modern metropolis: Skyscrapers,cafes, boutiques selling designer footwear. But of course what you seek first in the heart of Rome is its breathtaking history.  A good place to begin is the Vatican, with its Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica. Works by Bernini, Michelangelo, Caravaggio, and Raphael are just a few of those on display, any one of which is worth hours of contemplation. Then the ancient ruins—Colosseum, Forum, Circus Maximus. And of course the Trevi Fountain for the obligatory coins promising your return to the Eternal City.
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Barcelona
See Barcelona’s La Sagrada Familia basilica and Gaudí’s renowned Casa Mila, one of the city’s many UNESCO World Heritage Sites during two overnight stays
Cartagena
Visit the Museo Del Teatro Romano in Cartagena to learn about how Cartagena was built and to see a historic Roman Theater up close.  This theater once held over 7000 people
Complimentary Laundry
Pack light with complimentary daily laundry service.
Florence
Florence in the winter belongs to the locals, making this the ideal time to visit popular attractions.  Visit the Uffizi Museum, famous for housing artworks such as “The Birth of Venus”, the statue of David, or the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, the most famous church in Florence.
Genoa
Learn to make pesto the traditional way, with a marble mortar and wooden pestle.  Genoa is the birthplace of this classic Italian sauce.
Nice
In Nice, take a walk up to Castle Hill for a breathtaking view of the city and the iconic Promenade des Anglais.
Palma de Mallorca
In Palma de Mallorca explore the city’s well-known Moorish architecture or tour the Drach caves.
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Valencia
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Cartagena
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Gibraltar
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Málaga
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Palma de Mallorca
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Barcelona
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Mon Mar 9
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Tue Mar 10
Nice
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Wed Mar 11
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Thu Mar 12
Genoa, Italy
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Fri Mar 13
Livorno
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Sat Mar 14
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Sun Mar 15
Rome
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