European Explorer

  • 29th April 2025
  • 9 Nights
  • Civitavecchia (for Rome)
  • Emerald Princess
Princess Cruises

Inside price from

£999*/per person

Balcony price from

£1,499*/per person

Outside price from

£1,260*/per person

Suite price from

£1,779*/per person

* based on twinshare stateroom

Your itinerary

  • Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy
  • La Spezia
  • Toulon (for Provence)
  • Barcelona
  • At Sea
  • Gibraltar
  • Lisbon
  • At Sea
  • At Sea
  • Southampton (London)
Day 1

29th Apr '25

Civitavecchia (for Rome), Italy
Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome’s seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome’s Bohemian Quarter. Rome has been a magnet luring the world’s greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars. More
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18:00

Day 2

30th Apr '25

La Spezia
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19:00

Day 3

1st May '25

Toulon (for Provence)
Toulon has been the great bastion of the French navy since 1494, when Charles VIII chose its superb harbor as the site for a naval shipyard. Today, Toulon is homeport for the French navy’s nuclear-powered aircraft carrier “Charles de Gaulle.” The city is also the capital of the Var and provides an excellent gateway to the riches of Provence and the Cote d’Azur. To the north and west are medieval Provencal hilltop villages and superb vineyards. To the east lie the fabled coves and beaches of the Cote d’Azur, the setting for the legendary resort of St. Tropez. And everywhere there is the miraculous fusion of sky and sea that forms the essence of Southern France. Toulon’s Upper Town bears more than a strong resemblance to Paris – in the 1840s, the prefect of the Var was that same Baron Haussmann who gave the City of Light its elegant boulevards and architecture. Haussmann first tried his hand at urban renewal here in Toulon More
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18:00

Day 4

2nd May '25

Barcelona
The 1992 Summer Olympics revealed to the world what Europeans and seasoned travelers already knew – Barcelona is one of the world’s greatest treasures. Vibrant and earthy, commercial and cultural, this city of two million residents is the capital of Spain’s autonomous region of Catalonia. Stroll along the wide, tree-lined promenades of Las Ramblas and marvel at the spires of Gaudi’s Basilica La Sagrada Familia. Or visit the former Olympic Ring on the hill of Montjuic – also home to world-class parks, fountains and museums. Barcelona, which nurtured such artistic giants as Picasso, Dali, Miro and Casals, is definitely a traveler’s paradise. More
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22:00

Day 5

3rd May '25

At Sea
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Day 6

4th May '25

Gibraltar
The Rock crouches over the sea like an ancient stone beast, looking Sphinx-like to Africa. Beneath the white cliffs of this natural fortress grows a profusion of palm, pine, and cypress. No fewer than 600 varieties of flowers thrive here, some not found anywhere else on Earth. Gibraltar’s stunning setting is matched by its history – five countries have battled for 13 centuries to control the passage between the Atlantic and the Mediterranean. The result made for a cultural melting pot. Veiled Moroccan women in caftans and vacationing Englishmen and Spaniards stroll along the narrow, steep lanes. The locals revert to a liquid Spanish when talking among themselves. And visitors to a 15th-century cathedral pass through a blue-tiled courtyard, once part of a 13th-century mosque. More
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17:00

Day 7

5th May '25

Lisbon
Draped across seven hills, Lisbon was once the center of a vast maritime empire that stretched from the west coast of Africa to the Spice Islands of the East Indies. Then, on November 1, 1755, a violent earthquake destroyed two-thirds of the city in the space of 10 minutes. Only the Alfama, the old Moorish quarter, survived. Today, Lisbon is a stately city of Neoclassical buildings and wide plazas. Eternally linked to the sea, Lisbon’s magnificent harbor is spanned by the longest suspension bridge in Europe. More
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12:00

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22:00

Day 8

6th May '25

At Sea
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Day 9

7th May '25

At Sea
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Day 10

8th May '25

Southampton (London)
The south of England boasts a dramatic coastline that encloses some of the most beautiful countryside in Britain. The landscape of hills and heaths, downs and forests, valleys and dales, is without rival. Southampton serves as your gateway to the countryside – and to a wide variety of historic sites, national landmarks and charming. And of course, London is a two-hour drive by modern highway. The United Kingdom’s premier passenger ship port, Southampton was home for many years to the great transatlantic liners of yesteryear. More
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Your ship - The Emerald Princess

Your culinary journey at sea reaches new heights with an abundance of fresh restaurant choices and dining options aboard Emerald Princess. From revitalized top deck venues like Salty Dog Grill, Slice Pizzeria and Coffee & Cones to brand new casual restaurants Steamers Seafood and Planks BBQ there’s something for every palate. Let the kids play, explore, huddle and create at the newly re-imagined Camp Discovery Youth & Teen Centers and unwind at the refreshed Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults.

Your culinary journey at sea reaches new heights with an abundance of fresh restaurant choices and dining options aboard Emerald Princess. From revitalized top deck venues like Salty Dog Grill, Slice Pizzeria and Coffee & Cones to brand new casual restaurants Steamers Seafood and Planks BBQ there’s something for every palate. Let the kids play, explore, huddle and create at the newly re-imagined Camp Discovery Youth & Teen Centers and unwind at the refreshed Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults.

Fitness Center
Gym
Jogging Track

Children’s Play Area
Club Fusion
Dance Floor
Explorers Lounge
Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater
Photo Gallery
Princess Theatre
Skywalkers Nightclub
Theatre

Art Gallery
Boutique
Chapel
Conference Facilities
Duty-free shop
Future Cruise Sales
Shore Excursion Office
Wedding Chapel

Golf Simulator
Library
Shuffle Board
Swim-against-the-current lap pool

Lotus Spa
Sauna
Spa
Splash Pool
Swimming Pool
Terrace Pool
The Sanctuary(adults only)

24-hour Room Service
Adagio Bar
Bar
Botticelli Dining Room
Cafe Caribe
Crooners Bar
Crown Grill
Da Vinci Dining Room
Explorers’ Lounge
Grill
Horizon Court
Ice Cream Bar
International Cafe
Lounge Bar
Michelangelo Dining Room
Pizzeria
Sabatini’s Italian restaurant
Speakeasy cigar lounge
Trident Grill
Vines Wine & Seafood Bar
Wheelhouse Bar

Description

Your culinary journey at sea reaches new heights with an abundance of fresh restaurant choices and dining options aboard Emerald Princess. From revitalized top deck venues like Salty Dog Grill, Slice Pizzeria and Coffee & Cones to brand new casual restaurants Steamers Seafood and Planks BBQ there’s something for every palate. Let the kids play, explore, huddle and create at the newly re-imagined Camp Discovery Youth & Teen Centers and unwind at the refreshed Sanctuary, a tranquil haven reserved for adults.

Fitness

Fitness Center
Gym
Jogging Track

Entertainment

Children’s Play Area
Club Fusion
Dance Floor
Explorers Lounge
Movies Under the Stars outdoor theater
Photo Gallery
Princess Theatre
Skywalkers Nightclub
Theatre

Other

Art Gallery
Boutique
Chapel
Conference Facilities
Duty-free shop
Future Cruise Sales
Shore Excursion Office
Wedding Chapel

Recreational

Golf Simulator
Library
Shuffle Board
Swim-against-the-current lap pool

Relaxation

Lotus Spa
Sauna
Spa
Splash Pool
Swimming Pool
Terrace Pool
The Sanctuary(adults only)

Food and Drink

24-hour Room Service
Adagio Bar
Bar
Botticelli Dining Room
Cafe Caribe
Crooners Bar
Crown Grill
Da Vinci Dining Room
Explorers’ Lounge
Grill
Horizon Court
Ice Cream Bar
International Cafe
Lounge Bar
Michelangelo Dining Room
Pizzeria
Sabatini’s Italian restaurant
Speakeasy cigar lounge
Trident Grill
Vines Wine & Seafood Bar
Wheelhouse Bar

Staterooms

balcony

This impressive stateroom offers the added indulgence of a balcony and gives you more space than a ... standard stateroom. Enjoy your own private outdoor space with a table, two chairs, and a relaxing view of the inspiring scenery surrounding you, whether a beautiful sunset over the ocean or a new city to explore. It’s also perfect to enjoy cocktails before dinner or a leisurely breakfast. Approx.272 sq. ft. Balcony with 2 chairs and table Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors Comfortable queen or two twin beds▲ Refrigerator. Flat-panel television Private bathroom with shower 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service† Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

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suite

Choose a luxurious Mini-Suite with balcony which is substantially larger than a Balcony stateroom a ... nd receive a complimentary welcome glass of bubbly. Mini-Suites include a separate sitting area with sofa bed and two flat-panel televisions. For families or groups needing a little extra space, Mini-Suites offer an appealing and affordable option. Approximately 323 sq. ft., including balcony Balcony with 2-4 chairs, table and ottoman Bathroom tub and massage shower head Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors Separate sitting area with sofa bed & coffee table Complimentary welcome glass of bubbly on embarkation day Luxury mattress topper and pillows Two flat-panel televisions Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigerator 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service† Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

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outside

Enjoy the added benefit of a view of the ocean from either a picture window or porthole that brings ... in natural light. This stateroom includes all the amenities of an interior room. Approx. 179 sq. ft. A spacious picture window for memorable views Comfortable queen or two twin beds▲ Refrigerator. Flat-panel television Private bathroom with shower 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service† Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

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inside

These staterooms are the perfect place to recharge your batteries. Our most affordable option, feat ... uring two twin beds or a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a refrigerator, hair dryer, TV, closet and bathroom with shower. Approx. 158 to 162 sq ft. Comfortable queen or two twin beds Refrigerator. Flat-panel television Private bathroom with shower 100% cotton, high-thread count linens Complimentary 24-hour room service† Spacious closet Desk with chair Hair dryer & bathroom amenities Digital security safe

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