Our tour today will combine a panoramic drive of Jerez de la Frontera, famous for sherry and horses, and a visit to the Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art, where we can witness the horses rehearse for their spectacular show.

Seville provides the most universal picture of the spirit of Spain as a whole because of its wealth of art and architecture.

On this tour we venture inland to a survivor of the Middle Ages and one of the most unspoilt villages of Spain, Medina Sidona.

For those of us who enjoy watching flamenco dancing and a drop of sherry, this is the tour to choose.

Montecastillo Golf Resort which opened in 1992, is situated close to Jerez de la Frontera, next to the Formula one Grand Prix Track.

Our tour today will allow us to view the sights of the city from the comfort of our coach.

Enjoy the historic town of Jerez de la Frontera, in Cadiz – gateway to the new world.

Gibraltar’s purpose-built cable car is one of the best ways to appreciate the great views of the city and its surroundings.

Few people are aware that Gibraltar is one of the best places in the world to view cetaceans the whole year round.

The rock of Gibraltar, overlooking the entrance to the Mediterranean and standing nearly 425 metres (1,400 feet) above sea level, is reputed to be one of the legendary Pillars of Hercules.

Gibraltar is a British overseas territory located on the southern end of the Iberian Peninsula and Europe at the entrance of the Mediterranean overlooking the Strait of Gibraltar. The territory covers 6.843 square kilometres (2.642sq mi) and shares a land border with Spain to the north. Gibraltar has historically been an important base for the British Armed Forces and is the site of a Royal Navy base.

Gibraltar is one of the most densely populated territories in the world, with a population of 29,286 estimated in 2008, approximately 4,290 inhabitants per square kilometre (11,100/sq mi). The growing demand for space is being increasingly met by land reclamation; reclaimed land currently comprises approximately one tenth of the territory’s total area.

The official currency of Gibraltar is the Gibraltar Pound.

We depart from the quayside and begin our tour by making our way past the British/Spanish land frontier.

On this leisurely tour we can enjoy a panoramic sightseeing drive of Gibraltar followed by English tea!

Take a city tour of Cagliari – the administrative capital of Sardinia.

Enjoy a brief but comprehensive sightseeing tour of Cagliari before a traditional folk performance.

Experience the ancient Carthaginian and Roman remains of Nora.

Cagliari is a modern town, which has nevertheless managed to preserve its historical roots. One of its main attractions is its panoramic position in amongst natural surroundings.

 

During our boat trip we can admire the Old Fortress with its pretty bays and the Palace of Mon Repo, located on a hilltop in the region of the old Corcya City (Paleopolis).

The Achilleion Palace is neo-classical in style, with large frescoed rooms, ancient motifs and souvenirs of Elisabeth and Wilhelm II.

This tour offers us the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of Corfu from the comfort of our coach.

From the port of Corfu it is a scenic drive of approximately 45 minutes to Palaeokastritsa, a popular seaside resort and possibly once the site of Scheria, the city of Alcinous – King of the Phaecians – who gave hospitality to Odysseus.

Olympia – birthplace of the Olympic Games. Travel back in time and relive the wonder of this spectacular event, as it would have been between 776BC and 393AD.

Experience the Mercouri Vinyards & Vinery, established in 1860.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ALEXANDRIA

• As a mark of respect to Egyptian customs and religions, shoulders and legs should be covered when visiting holy or historic sites.
• All tour coaches will be escorted by members of the Egyptian tourist Police.
• Passengers must carry their passport at all times. When leaving the ship for tours, you will have to pass through Immigration (and on your return).
• Photography and the use of video cameras is totally prohibited in all areas.
• Toilet facilities may be limited on tours, and therefore queues should be expected.

We will begin our tour by heading from the port to the Roman Amphitheatre in Egypt, discovered quite recently, during the foundation digging for a new apartment building.

We shall depart the pier by coach for a drive of approximately three hours to Cairo, the capital of Egypt and the largest city in Africa.

The second largest city in Egypt, Alexandria, known as the ‘Pearl of the Mediterranean’, has an atmosphere more Mediterranean than Middle Eastern. Its ambience and cultural heritage distance it from the rest of the country, although it is actually only 225 kilometres (140 miles) from Cairo.

We depart the quayside and begin our tour with a drive along the scenic desert road to Cairo, the capital of Egypt, and upon arrival we proceed to the site of the magnificent Pyramids of Giza.

We depart the port for our city tour. Alexandria is a true waterfront city where the desert meets the sparkling waters of the Mediterranean. Our drive today will take us along the cornice (seafront road) – which is nearly 20 kilometres (12 miles) long – passing by the main square, the city centre and many other landmarks.

Enjoy stunning views of Valletta as well as the incredible Malta Experience.

Situated on the south coast of Malta, the Blue Grotto mirrors the brilliant colours of the underwater flora. Once aboard we shall take a lovely boat trip to all of the impressive caves and lovely colourful coral formation under the clear blue sea.

Malta became a British possession in 1814. This little island bravely supported Britain throughout both World Wars and earned a unique George Cross for its heroism during World War II. Despite obtaining independence in 1964, it still remained part of the commonwealth. Malta became a republic in 1974 and joined the EU on 1st May 2004.

The capital of Malta is Valletta, which is built on the northern part of the Scriberras peninsula, separating the Grand Harbour from Marsamxett Harbour. This fascinating city is completely surrounded by fortifications and dates back to the mid-16th century.

The official currency of Valletta is the Euro.
 

Upon arrival, we shall visit Palazzo Falson, the former home of Captain Olof Frederick Gollcher, who was the son of a prosperous shipping merchant of Swedish descent. Gollcher was an artist, scholar and collector of antiques. During our visit we shall have the opportunity to view the many objects and works of art that Gollcher collected.

THIS TOUR WILL OPERATE FOR VISTAS ANTIQUES THEMED CRUISES ONLY

Onboard, we shall witness Malta’s living past from the water as we ply around the two natural harbours on either side of Valletta – Marsamxett Harbour and the Grand Harbour.
 

Situated on the south coast of Malta, the Blue Grotto mirrors the brilliant colours of the underwater flora.

We walk to the Upper Barracca Gardens, which date back to the 18th century. From here we can enjoy a magnificent panoramic view of the city of Valletta, with its two natural harbours and surrounding landscape.

We begin our island tour with a coach ride to Vittoriosa, one of the three historic cities of Malta.

Take a comprehensive panoramic tour of everything this Island has to offer.

Experience Malta’s history from the water with this Harbour Cruise.

Departing from the quayside we drive to Victory Park to visit the Museum of the Army and view the Martyrs’ Monument, Algeria’s most prominent landmark.

We begin our tour with a drive along the Bay of Algiers to the imposing Basilica of Notre Dame D’Afrique (Our Lady of Africa), which lies on a promontory offering panoramic views and is situated in the direction of Rome.

We begin our tour with a short drive to Victory Park, high above Algiers, which enables us to view the Bay of Algiers and the iconic Martyrs Monument.

We begin our tour with a drive to the remarkable UNESCO archaeological site of Tipaza. Set on the shores of the Mediterranean, Tipaza was an ancient Punic trading post, which was conquered by Rome and turned into a strategic base for the conquest of the kingdoms of Maurentania.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT ALGIERS

• Passengers on Fred. Olsen organised tours do not require an Algerian Visa. If you intend to tour independently, or indeed step off the ship alone, a Visa MUST be obtained in advance from the Algerian embassy in London. We suggest that non-British citizens seek advice from their embassy or consulate
• Passengers must carry their passport at all times. When leaving the ship for tours, you will have to pass through Immigration (and on your return).
• The tourism infrastructure is poor in Algeria so independent travel is not recommended.
• All tour coaches will be escorted by members of the Algerian tourist Police.

 Our tour begins with a panoramic drive of Lisbon city centre. We shall make a brief stop at the top of King Edward VII Park, from where we can enjoy a spectacular view of the city and harbour.

On this tour we can enjoy the most famous sights of Lisbon from the comfort of our coach, as well as a drive along the scenic coast to Estoril.

Our tour today will allow us to explore one of Portugal’s smaller towns that has a certain timeless feel to it, as well as some of the natural beauty that can only be found outside of the city limits.

Following a short briefing at the quayside, we travel in our fully-equipped jeeps to Sintra, a popular old world village resort nestling in tree-clad hills, north of Lisbon.

Following a scenic 75-minute drive through the Portuguese countryside, we arrive at the medieval town of Obidos for a unique experience to travel back in time.

Departing the quayside by coach, we will have a short sightseeing drive through the city of Lisbon, stopping at such highlights as the Belem area where we will have an outside explanation of the Jeronimos Monastery and the Monument of the Discoveries for a photo opportunity.

Leaving Lisbon through Monsanto Park, we travel to Sintra, a popular old world village resort nestling in tree-clad hills north of Lisbon.

Following our city tour, we shall proceed to the Gulbenkian Museum, home to many different pieces of Ancient Oriental, Greco-Roman, Classical and European art.

THIS TOUR WILL ONLY OPERATE FOR VISTAS ANTIQUES THEMED CRUISES

A hilly city paved with cobblestones, Lisbon’s sights are best enjoyed from the comfort of a coach. This tour takes in many famous city sights.