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Central Mediterranean Discovery

  • 26th February 2027
  • 21 Nights
  • Southampton
  • Ventura
P&O Cruises

Inside price from

£1,529*/per person

Balcony price from

£2,149*/per person

Outside price from

£1,629*/per person

Suite price from

£5,039*/per person

* based on twinshare stateroom

Call +44 20 3943 5227 Enquire

Your itinerary

  • Southampton
  • At Sea
  • At Sea
  • At Sea
  • Cartagena, Spain
  • At Sea
  • La Goulette
  • Malta
  • At Sea
  • Athens
  • At Sea
  • Naples
  • Rome (tours from Civitavecchia)
  • At Sea
  • Barcelona
  • Alicante
  • At Sea
  • Cadiz
  • Lisbon
  • At Sea
  • At Sea
  • Southampton
Day 1

26th Feb '27

Southampton
The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions. More
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Day 2

27th Feb '27

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28th Feb '27

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1st Mar '27

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Day 5

2nd Mar '27

Cartagena, Spain
An ancient city with a name to match – it was founded more than 2,200 years ago by Carthaginian leader Hasdrubal – Cartagena is now one of Spains busiest commercial centres. Step ashore here, though, and you are immediately aware of its rich history. In fact, you see it even as you cruise towards the harbour as this is flanked by towering fortresses. Then, in the centre of the old town, you will find the original Carthaginian castle and sections of the old city walls. But Cartagena is also a city which moves with the times hence the new harbourfront development which includes the unique National Museum of Underwater Archaeology. As part of Murcia province, Cartagena cruise port is also an excellent base for visiting the city of Murcia itself and its distinctive Baroque cathedral; the 17th century religious sanctuary of Fuensanta; the Fortress at Lorca Taller del Tiempo; the spa resort of Balneario de Archena; and for touring into the mountainous interior or along the Costa Blanca to Alicante. More
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Day 6

3rd Mar '27

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Day 7

4th Mar '27

La Goulette
La Goulette, the cruise port for Tunis, lies about 40 minutes shuttle bus drive away from the city, but is much closer to the ruins of Carthage. The 2nd century Colosseum and Roman Temple are only 20 minutes drive from the port, and most excursions combine Carthage with a restful stop at the pretty seaside village of Sidi Bou Said. More
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Day 8

5th Mar '27

Malta
An island with a rare distinction, Malta is the only place to have been awarded the George Cross for valour. Described by Sir Walter Scott as ‘the city built by gentlemen for gentlemen’, its capital, Valletta, is a beautifully preserved 16 th century walled city. Today, its imposing Grand Harbour bears witness to the Crusaders and Knights Templar who built here on their way to and from the holy land. For the best views of the city, take to the waterways in a ‘dghajjes’ or ‘barkloris’, a traditional Maltese boat. More
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Day 9

6th Mar '27

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Day 10

7th Mar '27

Athens
The Acropolis – ‘High City’ – will always be the top attraction from Athens cruise port Piraeus. With its 2,500-year-old Parthenon, temple to Poseidon and Athena, Odeon of Herodes Atticus and Theatre of Dionysus, it quite literally stands out as an oasis of calm in the frenetic Greek capital. As part of the major revamp the city had for the 2004 Olympics, 400 modern buildings were cleared from the ancient meeting place next to the Acropolis, the Agora, which was then restored and linked by walkways to the Acropolis, Hadrians Arch, the Academy of Plato and the Monastery of Daphne. Other nearby ancient sites include the Roman Tower of the Winds and the Hill of the Muses where Socrates is said to have drunk hemlock. Below the Acropolis is the fun place to shop or barter, eat moussaka or Greek salad, drink wine or ouzo and, of course, to people-watch: the 3,000-year-old Plaka. More
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8th Mar '27

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Day 12

9th Mar '27

Naples
Naples is the perfect gateway to visit picturesque Sorrento and the historical ruins of Pompeii. Sorrento was once a favourite resort to the Romans and evidence of their wealth can be found around every corner. Explore the imposing Duomo with its distinctive 13 th century cloister and the charming flower filled town. For a poignant taste of Roman history visit the ruins of Pompeii, a once prosperous city now frozen in time. Now it is preserved by the very thing that destroyed its flourishing civilisation, the ash of the mighty volcano, Vesuvius. More
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Day 13

10th Mar '27

Rome (tours from Civitavecchia)
Legendary fountains, piazzas, ancient architecture and cathedrals await your discovery in Italy’s capital. At the Trevi Fountain capture the magic of Rome’s grandest fountain. Gaze up at the horizon and you’ll no doubt see St Peters Basilica. Visible from nearly everywhere in the city, it is built on the site where St Peter was martyred and buried. Witness the beautiful paintings of Michelangelo at the magnificent Sistine Chapel. And no visit to Rome would be complete without a visit to its imposing amphitheatre, the Colosseum. More
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Day 14

11th Mar '27

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Day 15

12th Mar '27

Barcelona
Explore Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia, and you’ll discover the ornately wrought works of Antonio Gaudi. A local architect, whose works culminate in the surrealistic spires of the yet to be finished Sagrada Familia. Take a stroll down the colourful Ramblas. Explore the Gothic Quarter. Ride a cable car to the summit of Montjuic. Or sample local wines and authentic tapas as you watch the hustle and bustle of daily life pass you by. More
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Day 16

13th Mar '27

Alicante
Built around a natural harbour, the main city and cruise port on Spain’s Costa Blanca, Alicante, is also a top beach resort in its own right. It has a sophisticated Mediterranean feel with its restored old town adding to its charm and the attraction of its sandy beaches. Dubbed the ‘City of Light’ when founded by the Romans, Alicante is still a relaxing place to walk around. Down from the impressive Castillo de Santa Barbara fortress, which offers impressive views across the city, most activity centres in the streets around the Ayuntamiento, a plaza area buzzing with restaurants and tapas bars. There are also many cafes along the seafront. Works by artists including Dali, Miro and Picasso are on show at the Museo de Arte Siglo and there is also an archaeological museum. More
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Day 17

14th Mar '27

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Day 18

15th Mar '27

Cadiz
You cruise right into the heart of historic Cadiz as immediately across the busy Avenida del Puerto from the Spanish port is the main square and shopping area. From there, it is easy to find your own way around this compact city. Behind is the 18th century cathedral (El Nueva) and the view from the top is worth the long climb up its internal stairs. The narrow streets of the old town below are lined by tall Moorish-style houses with flower-decked balconies mixed in amongst some small shops and tapas bars. Cadiz dates back to the 12th century BC so is the oldest continuously inhabited city in the western world but sultry Seville has long since outgrown its neighbour. La Giralda (the bell-tower next to its Gothic cathedral), is in Sevilles historic Jewish quarter which also has the whitewashed houses and exquisitely coloured bougainvillea that everyone associates with this lovely city. More
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Day 19

16th Mar '27

Lisbon
Some of the best views of the Portuguese capital come as your ship cruises along the Tagus River. You pass the Belem Tower and the impressive Monument to the Discoveries with its statue of Henry the Navigator before arriving at the Lisbon cruise terminal. Although small for a European capital, this city does sprawl a little so you would do best to concentrate on three districts – Baixa, Bairro Alto and Alfama, each with its own distinctive style, making Lisbon cruises a must see. Baixa has busy streets of inviting shops, cafes and restaurants while Alfama is the atmospheric old town with narrow cobblestone streets, medieval and Moorish-style buildings, wrought-iron balconies with trailing flowers and a mix of small shops and bars. Bairro Alto is another historic district with narrow streets and is a steep climb from Baixa so look out for the 100-year-old lift (Elevador do Carmo) near Rossio Square. With such a variety of destinations to explore, cruises to Lisbon bring to your holiday a balance of both modern and historical grounds. More
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Day 20

17th Mar '27

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18th Mar '27

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Day 22

19th Mar '27

Southampton
The city center is a charming mix of old city walls and a large modern shopping centre. With multiple restaurants, museums, cinemas and theatres there is plenty to be explored. Time spent at embarkation and disembarkation ports may be limited which may restrict availability of shore excursions. More
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Your ship - The Ventura

Ventura
Limelight-club
Art
Monte
Epicurean
The
Sindhu
Poolside
Buffet
Casino
Havana
Casino
Havana
Pulse
Silent
The
Three-deck
Unbelievable
WaveLength
Acupuncture
Barber
Beauty
Couples
Hair
Massage
Medi
Hydrotherapy
Steam
Arena
The
Havana
Three-deck
The
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Welcome aboard Ventura The fun all-rounder Perfect for families, Ventura has so much to enjoy. Kids (and big kids) love her video game arcade; the sports arena keep everyone happy (competitive streaks... aside!) with football, basketball, tennis and archery; and the comedy and quiz nights in Havana and The Tamarind Club are fun for all the family. More Less
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Staterooms

suite

Approximately 449-451 sq. ft. The ultimate in luxury, our butler-serviced Suites offer the extra s ... pace of a lounge area (perfect for entertaining), a superior bathroom, dressing area and a broad balcony to take in the sights.

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balcony

Approximately 221–421 sq ft Step out on your own balcony, which has a selection of furniture , and ... enjoy the private view.

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outside

Approximately 130 sq. ft. If a balcony is not top of your list, but you’re seeking great val ... ue and a sea view, then our Sea view cabins are ideal. Well designed and with all those little extras.

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inside

Approximately 130 sq. ft. These spacious cabins are perfect if you want a more economical way to t ... ravel and prefer to be out and about experiencing the ship or reclining up on deck by the pools.

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