10 Day Italy, France and Spain Cruise – Rome, Marseille and Valencia

Europe (Validity: 2 Sept – 11 Sept, 2026)

Rates From $ 2,165

About This Trip

European landscapes and coastal rhythms define this ten-day journey through the Mediterranean. The trip balances the historic depth of Italian cities with the vibrant energy of Spanish ports and the refined atmosphere of Provence. It is designed for travellers who value a steady pace and the convenience of a seafaring home that moves between iconic destinations while they rest.

The flow begins in Rome, then continues aboard the MSC Orchestra to Genoa, Marseille, and the Spanish coasts of Tarragona and Valencia. After a day at sea and a stop in Florence, the journey concludes back in the Italian capital. This sequence offers a calm transition from ancient ruins to modern Mediterranean life.

Comfort and ease are central to the experience, with an all-inclusive cruise environment serving as the primary base. The rhythm remains unhurried, allowing for independent discovery at each port followed by quiet evenings on the water. This journey feels balanced, reliable, and restorative.

Trip Summary

Duration

19 Days 9 Nights

Destination

Europe

Transport

Cruise, Air, & Road

Meal Plan

All Inclusive

Tour Type

Group/Solo Tour

Guide

Professional Guide

Good For

  • Couples seeking a romantic coastal escape
  • First-time European travellers
  • Families with older children
  • Travellers preferring a steady, relaxed pace
  • Guests who value all-inclusive comfort and value

Your Trip Itinerary

The journey begins with a calm arrival in Rome, where a private transfer moves guests to their city accommodation. The day is spent adjusting to the Italian rhythm, with the evening free to walk through historic piazzas or enjoy a quiet meal. The atmosphere is one of anticipation as the Mediterranean adventure starts. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Boutique Hotel, Rome
After breakfast, a transfer leads to the port of Civitavecchia to board the MSC Orchestra. Guests settle into their cabins and begin to explore the ship’s amenities as the vessel prepares for departure. The movement onto the water marks the start of the seafaring portion of the trip. Meals: Breakfast and Dinner Accommodation: MSC Orchestra
The ship docks in Genoa, a city defined by its maritime history and winding alleys. Guests can choose to wander the historic centre or take a short journey to the picturesque village of Portofino. The day offers a first look at the rugged beauty of the Italian coastline. Meals: All-inclusive Accommodation: MSC Orchestra
Arriving in Marseille, the atmosphere shifts to the refined and vibrant style of southern France. The city serves as a gateway to the lavender fields and rolling hills of Provence. The day is spent exploring the historic harbour or venturing into the nearby countryside before returning to the ship. Meals: All-inclusive Accommodation: MSC Orchestra
The journey moves into Spanish waters, docking at the ancient city of Tarragona. This port is known for its well-preserved Roman ruins and quiet, sun-drenched streets. It offers a calm alternative to larger cities, allowing for a slow-paced exploration of history and local life. Meals: All-inclusive Accommodation: MSC Orchestra
In Valencia, the itinerary highlights a contrast between futuristic design and historic gothic quarters. Guests can visit the sprawling central market or walk through the lush Turia Gardens. The city’s energy is bright and welcoming, providing a diverse cultural experience before heading back to sea. Meals: All-inclusive Accommodation: MSC Orchestra
This day is dedicated to the rhythm of the ocean with no port calls. It is an opportunity to enjoy the ship’s facilities, read on deck, or simply watch the water move by. The pace is slow and restorative, providing a mid-trip pause before the final Italian destinations. Meals: All-inclusive Accommodation: MSC Orchestra
The ship docks in Livorno, the primary entry point for Florence and Pisa. Guests can journey into the heart of Tuscany to view iconic cathedrals and world-class art. The day is rich with cultural depth, moving from the coast into one of Italy’s most famous artistic regions. Meals: All-inclusive Accommodation: MSC Orchestra
The cruise concludes where it began in Civitavecchia. After disembarking, a transfer returns guests to their accommodation in Rome. This final night allows for a reflective evening in the city, perhaps visiting a favourite spot or enjoying a final Italian dinner before the journey ends. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: Boutique Hotel, Rome
The trip ends with a private transfer to the airport for the flight back. The morning is spent in a calm transition from the Mediterranean rhythm to the journey home. Meals: Breakfast Accommodation: N/A

Accommodation

What's Included

  • 7 nights on the MSC Orchestra and 2 nights in Rome hotels.
  • Return international flights and all airport transfers.
  • All-inclusive meal plan during the cruise and breakfast at hotels.
  • Full access to onboard cruise entertainment and facilities.
  • Assistance with all transfers and cruise boarding.
  • Optional activities are available on request at an additional cost.

What's Not Included

  • Travel insurance & Visa fees
  • Extra activities after the cruise
  • Items of a personal nature
  • Gratuities and tips
  • Drinks not included in the standard cruise plan

Good to Know

  • Rates vary based on cabin availability and seasonal rooming changes.
  • Single room supplements will apply for solo travellers.
  • Child policies vary by cruise line and hotel and must be confirmed at booking.
  • Similar standard hotels may be used if the listed boutique hotels are unavailable.

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Great planning and communication. My trips have been smooth. All expectations met 💯
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Our driver, Patrick, made the experience even more special with his outgoing personality and his knowledge of each park. He always made certain that he positioned his vehicle just right so we could get a perfect photo. He shared a lot about African culture an answered our questions. His keen eye spotted a cheetah from a long distance and we experienced the animal stalk and catch his prey (only to have a hyena steal it from him at the end). The accommodations were excellent at Massai Mara but were a bit too primitive at Amboseli. The large openings between the sleeping area and the bathroom brought way too many bugs into the tent. Wonderful memories of the entire experience!! We hope to come back next year and Patrick will be our choice of guide.
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Wonderful team, very warm, helpful and well coordinated!
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I recently booked my 1st trip with Johnbow Tours and Travel and it was an outstanding experience from the start to finish. The team was professional, well-organised, helpful and incredibly friendly. Transfer to my hotel room and back was handled smoothly allowing us to relax and enjoy our journey. The fact that they allow lipa mdogo mdogo was not overwhelming paying for the package...I can't wait to book again with Johnbow 😊
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Jonbow has offers seamless travel service with a personal touch.
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Safaris de 5 jours depart Nairobi et arrivée à Diani beach Visite des parcs d’amboseli, tsavo ouest et est , t.hills Découverte d une faune magnifique Notre chauffeur Chombo a tout fait pour rechercher les animaux et il était à notre écoute ! Dépaysement total garanti Les hôtels étaient tout confort avec des conditions d’alimentation en eau et électricité précaire ! Nous remercions vraiment Morris et Chombo pour ce magnifique Safari
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Excellent services, the team was friendly, efficient and went above and beyond to meet my need.Their service was prompt and effective. I highly recommend
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We had a two day tour with Johnbow Tours & Travel to Tsavo West. The park itself is not that good to be honest, but we stayed at Salt Lick lodge and that was amazing. The animals are coming so close to the lodge, it is really beautiful to see. The driver Pius was also really nice and he had a lot of knowledge about the animals. I have been in contact with Morris and that was also really pleasant because of the arrangement we had.
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As a team of 12pax..we had an exceptional good experience with the Johnbow team. Well informed and humble team who contributed a lot to an enjoyable trip and creating memories.
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Customer Servive Customer service was great!Communication was timely and effective especially as there were some flight changes.Either way the bookings were perfect, customer service was exceptional and we even got a treat for our anniversary, at no extra costElijah and Sam were very helpful.
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Exceptional Experience with Johnbow Tours and Travel! I had an unforgettable trip to Bali and Thailand, the guides were amazing, the places beautiful and the itinerary on point. Bali has very many temples and beautiful rice terraces, the swings and sunset views unforgettable. thank you Johnbow for the tour.
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Memorable Safari with a Great Team and Guide We had a really good experience with Johnbow Tours during our Kenya safari. Morris, our main point of contact, was communicative and professional throughout. He stayed in touch via WhatsApp both before and during the trip, answering all our questions quickly and clearly, which gave us a lot of confidence going in.The pricing felt fair for what we received, and the Land Cruiser was comfortable, especially considering the long drives. They also provided snacks at the start of the trip upon request, which was thoughtful.Our guide, Paul, was very knowledgeable. He had a sharp eye for spotting animals and shared interesting facts about everything we saw. We had plenty of game drives and were lucky to spot a wide variety of wildlife.The only small issue was around water. We had been told water would be included throughout, but at a couple of the lodges, we were charged for drinking water, tea, or coffee during meals. It wasn’t a big deal, but having clarity on that from the start would’ve been helpful.Overall, it was a smooth and enjoyable safari. The team was dependable, the schedule was well planned, and we felt taken care of from start to finish. I’d absolutely recommend Johnbow to anyone planning a private safari in Kenya.
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A great experience, a must for everyone who reads this Jonbow, our driver who has the same name as the agency, took very good care of us. He was on time for the appointment. Once on the road he was super attentive. In the park he was always the first to spot the game. He gave us very good explanations about all the animals we saw. No effort was too much to make us spot all the game. Super friendly and helpful guy. He operates from Mombasa/Diani Beach. He made sure that our safari will remain unforgettable.
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Dubai tour 2024 was a birthday gift to my son who turned lucky number seven. I writing to thank you for coordinating our trip to UAE, dubai. Everything was perfect; the flight, the hotel was clean and all staff were friendly and professional. Special thanks to Mary Gathua as she was the one who coordinated everything for us.The tour guides were excellent! They made things as easy for us as possible. I really appreciate these and that indicate the quality services that they provide.We had dubai town tour and our guide, Mr. Albert did exceptionally well. We learnt about the origin of UAE and the important features in dubai. We had dhow cruise with dinner, and the dessert safari with dinner.Desert safari was the best of the trip (the driver , Mr . Zaheer was very professional, and the overall experience was thrilling and amazing). The desert safari remains in my priority to do list when I visit dubai next.I would certainly recommend Johnbow Tours and travel to anyone wanting to visit Dubai. Thank you again and look forward to plan our next vacation with you.
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Awesome Best tour company ..travelled to Dubai in Emirates .Booked the best hotel in Dubai..Johnbow staff are friendly and accommodatve I rate them10/10 they're affordable too .
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Superb service Happy New Year! Eunice managed our travel plans superbly, and I’m grateful. Our stay at Pride Inn was delightful; the staff’s service, food, attention, and entertainment made our holiday special and memorable. Thanks again for your excellent services.
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Efficient Eunice of John Bow ,was pretty helpful from getting us a hotel to SGR tickets, and transfers to the hotel.She also called to ensure we arrived safely.I loved the seamless process and especially because we chat on whatsapp mostly. Johnbow tours keep their word! I would choose them again.
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Awesome experience This travel company was very efficient. I engaged them on whatsapp in the morning and by afternoon they had finalised everything including the sgr tickets. Their staff Eunice was readily available even at night because we did night travel. And early morning at 4 am, she called to find out if the driver had picked us. I would recommend them anytime
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It was a time of relaxation and fun. The trip was well planned from Nairobi to Maasai Mara. We had so much fun and took so many photos. We saw lions, cheetahs, elephants and other animals. If we could do it again, we would still chose Johnbow tours and travel.
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