Sightseeing tour of Palma with a photo opportunity at Bellver Castle, an historic Gothic fortress. You will have free time in the Barrio Gótico (Gothic Quarter) with a visit inside the Gothic Cathedral, built in 1230 on the foundations of an ancient mosque. Spanish traditions are kept alive at the “Plaza de Toros” where bullfighting events still take place whilst another Majorcan tradition, the creation of imitation pearls, can be witnessed at the pearl factory next door. Majorca pearls have been made on the island since the XIX century and are renowned worldwide for their quality; only experts can tell them apart from real pearls. Please note: this tour is not available for guests on MSC Orchestra. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

Price per Person Starting from: $69.00Adults $48.00Children

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    Sightseeing tour of Palma with a photo opportunity at Bellver Castle, an historic Gothic fortress. You will have free time in the Barrio Gótico (Gothic Quarter) with a visit inside the Gothic Cathedral, built in 1230 on the foundations of an ancient mosque. Spanish traditions are kept alive at the “Plaza de Toros” where bullfighting events still take place whilst another Majorcan tradition, the creation of imitation pearls, can be witnessed at the pearl factory next door. Majorca pearls have been made on the island since the XIX century and are renowned worldwide for their quality; only experts can tell them apart from real pearls. Please note: conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

Price per Person Starting from: $66.00Adults $46.00Children

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  Speleology is the study of caves and all those with a keen interest in geology and natural phenomena will be bowled over by what is one of the world’s most interesting cave complexes created by the erosion of the sea. At 2 km long, the caves feature a series of lakes, including Martel Lake, the biggest underground lake on Earth. The atmospheric mood will be heightened by a memorable concert staged on small boats. Back above ground, we will have time to visit the pearl factory at Manacor before returning to the ship. Please note: the visit to the Caves is along steps and slippery ground so this tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Taking photos or shooting videos inside the Caves is prohibited. This tour is not available for guests on MSC Orchestra.

Price per Person Starting from: $69.00Adults $48.00Children

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  Speleology is the study of caves and all those with a keen interest in geology and natural phenomena will be bowled over by what is one of the world’s most interesting cave complexes created by the erosion of the sea. At 2 km long, the caves feature a series of lakes, including Martel Lake, the biggest underground lake on Earth. The atmospheric mood will be heightened by a memorable concert staged on small boats. Back above ground, we will have time to visit the pearl factory at Manacor before returning to the ship. Please note: the visit to the Caves is along steps and slippery ground so this tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Taking photos or shooting videos inside the Caves is prohibited.

Price per Person Starting from: $66.00Adults $46.00Children

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    Thanks to its splendid beaches, endless sunshine and spectacular scenery, the beautiful Balearic isle of Mallorca first became popular as a holiday destination in the 1950s. But beyond these nature-given assets, the island also supports a lively nightlife, a particularly fine example of which is Son Amar – the beating heart of Majorca and a window to the world. A 16th-century Majorcan manor house just outside of Palma has provided an elegant setting for this special dinner-and-show experience since the early 1960s. Look forward to flattering your palate with a gourmet 4-course dinner, during which you can enjoy a spectacular floor show that combines song, dance, comedy and body-bending acrobatics, all inspired by the farthest-flung corners of the earth. Prepare to let a cast of some 30 world-class performers and choreographers take you on a trip around the world, from Broadway to Bollywood, from Africa to Paris and from Ireland back to Spain. Add to that flamboyant costumes, sumptuous staging as well as an incredible sound-and-light show and you have a night to cherish forever. At the end of the show, your return journey to the ship will give you a chance to relish the afterglow of freshly minted memories.Please note: taking photos and shooting videos at Son Amar is prohibited. This tour is available on for guests onboard MSC Sinfonia.

Price per Person Starting from: $95.00Adults $67.00Children

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  The Majorcan town of Costa d’en Blanes, just a short coach ride from Palma, is home to a superb aqua park that is packed full of great things to do and see: Marineland. This child-friendly excursion promises to be great fun for the entire family. The park’s many attractions include a tropical house and an aviary, a penguarium, an aquarium with sharks, an exotic bird show and a parrot house as well as – of course – the ever-popular sea lion and dolphin shows. You will have enough free time to explore the park on your own and take advantage of its various services, which include a gift shop and a photo service. Please note: this tour is not available for guests onboard MSC Orchestra. This tour operates from middle June until the end of September.

Price per Person Starting from: $80.00Adults $56.00Children

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     Leave the port and drive to the typical village of Valldemosa to visit “La Cartoixa”, an historic XIV century Carthusian monastery. Wander the peaceful cloisters, the monk’s cells and old pharmacy before continuing to another architectural sight from the same period, King Sancho Palace. In total contrast to the humble monastery, this was built as a winter residence for the kings of Majorca and is an exercise in splendour and opulence; thus it is surprising to learn that the earliest incarnation of the Palace was as a monastery. Palace visit followed by time for shopping.Please note: this tour is not available for guests onboard MSC Orchestra. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

Price per Person Starting from: $63.00Adults $44.00Children

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     Leave the port and drive to the typical village of Valldemosa to visit “La Cartoixa”, an historic XIV century Carthusian monastery. Wander the peaceful cloisters, the monk’s cells and old pharmacy before continuing to another architectural sight from the same period, King Sancho Palace. In total contrast to the humble monastery, this was built as a winter residence for the kings of Majorca and is an exercise in splendour and opulence; thus it is surprising to learn that the earliest incarnation of the Palace was as a monastery. Palace visit followed by time for shopping. Please note: conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

Price per Person Starting from: $61.00Adults $43.00Children

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   If you’d like a more energetic alternative to enjoying all the relaxing amenities on board your ship, this tour may prove to be just what you are looking for. This entertaining tour of Palma will see you mount a mountain bike and pedal your way around town while enjoying the wonderful Majorcan sunshine. A friendly guide will take you on an informative guided tour around Palma’s main attractions, which include its labyrinthine historical quarter and the Arab Baths. Please note: guides are available in English or Spanish only. This tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or health problems. This tour is not available for guests onboard MSC Orchestra.

Price per Person Starting from: $72.00Adults $72.00Children

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   If you’d like a more energetic alternative to enjoying all the relaxing amenities on board your ship, this tour may prove to be just what you are looking for. This entertaining tour of Palma will see you mount a mountain bike and pedal your way around town while enjoying the wonderful Majorcan sunshine. A friendly guide will take you on an informative guided tour around Palma’s main attractions, which include its labyrinthine historical quarter and the Arab Baths. Please note: guides are available in English or Spanish only. This tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or health problems.

Price per Person Starting from: $69.00Adults $69.00Children

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     This tour gives you an opportunity to get a closer look at Palma’s beautiful coastline from a whole new perspective: the water. After boarding a modern catamaran, your trip will take you past Palma’s main sights, giving you plenty of time to enjoy the gorgeous vistas on the way. The route taken along the coast will include a spectacular view of the old port as well as the suburb of Cala Mayor and the pretty coves around the coastal town of Illetas. You will also have some free time to explore the seaside resort of Illetas before returning to the ship. To round off your sailing tour, a light snack and a drink will be served on board the catamaran. Please note: this tour operates from June to the end of September only. Guides are available in English or Spanish only. This tour is not available for guests onboard MSC Orchestra.

Price per Person Starting from: $72.00Adults $50.00Children

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     Enjoy a day onshore discovering the beauty of Majorca. You will leave the port, heading eastwards to the village of Sant Joan, home of Els Calderers de Sant Joan, a manor typical of the Majorcan plain. See what life was like on the manor 200 years ago, with its farming activities, indigenous animals and assorted workshops. Lunch will be served in Sa Gruta Nova Restaurant. The afternoon continues with a coach transfer to Coves Dels Hams (“Fishhook Caves”), located on the east coast of Majorca near Porto-Cristo. Discovered by Pedro Caldentey in 1905, the caves are famous throughout the world for their exquisitely unique dripstone formations. Admire the numerous lakes inside these natural caves, whose incomparable beauty is only deepened by the electric lighting system installed by Pedro’s son Lorenzo. You will then return to the port, concluding this excursion with a panoramic coach ride around Palma. Please note: this tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Sinfonia.

Price per Person Starting from: $115.00Adults $81.00Children

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     Enjoy a day onshore discovering the beauty of Majorca. You will leave the port, heading eastwards to the village of Sant Joan, home of Els Calderers de Sant Joan, a manor typical of the Majorcan plain. See what life was like on the manor 200 years ago, with its farming activities, indigenous animals and assorted workshops. Lunch will be served in Sa Gruta Nova Restaurant. The afternoon continues with a coach transfer to Coves Dels Hams (“Fishhook Caves”), located on the east coast of Majorca near Porto-Cristo. Discovered by Pedro Caldentey in 1905, the caves are famous throughout the world for their exquisitely unique dripstone formations. Admire the numerous lakes inside these natural caves, whose incomparable beauty is only deepened by the electric lighting system installed by Pedro’s son Lorenzo. You will then return to the port, concluding this excursion with a panoramic coach ride around Palma.

Price per Person Starting from: $111.00Adults $78.00Children

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   Leave the port for the Valldemosa, a typical Majorcan village, and visit the Valldemosa Charterhouse, a 14th century Carthusian monastery. Wander the peaceful cloisters, the monk’s cells and old pharmacy before continuing to another architectural spectacle from the same period: King Sancho’s Palace. In absolute contrast to the humble monastery, the palace is an exercise in splendour and opulence. Built as a winter residence for the kings of Majorca, it also served for a time as a monastery. Your to visit the palace includes a 10-minute piano concert. It will be followed by some free time for shopping or lunch (not included). Then continue on to La Granja, a stunning 10th century mansion featuring a variety of styles from different eras and surrounded by diverse garden, ponds and natural fountains. Witness a model of self sufficiency in medieval Majorca on an estate with infrastructure that was dedicated to agricultural production. We will return to the port afterwards. Please note: this tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Sinfonia.

Price per Person Starting from: $78.00Adults $55.00Children

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   Leave the port for the Valldemosa, a typical Majorcan village, and visit the Valldemosa Charterhouse, a 14th century Carthusian monastery. Wander the peaceful cloisters, the monk’s cells and old pharmacy before continuing to another architectural spectacle from the same period: King Sancho’s Palace. In absolute contrast to the humble monastery, the palace is an exercise in splendour and opulence. Built as a winter residence for the kings of Majorca, it also served for a time as a monastery. Your to visit the palace includes a 10-minute piano concert. It will be followed by some free time for shopping or lunch (not included). Then continue on to La Granja, a stunning 10th century mansion featuring a variety of styles from different eras and surrounded by diverse garden, ponds and natural fountains. Witness a model of self sufficiency in medieval Majorca on an estate with infrastructure that was dedicated to agricultural production. We will return to the port afterwards.

Price per Person Starting from: $75.00Adults $53.00Children

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    Get under the skin of this Mediterranean city and learn all about the history and culture of beautiful Palma. The capital of the island of Majorca, Palma lies on the open the sea, set along an impressive and sweeping natural bay. We will start the tour with a drive along the Maritime Promenade until the Bullring, a magic place perfectly illuminated during the night. After this stop, the tour will carry on until the Barrio Gótico (Gothic Quarter) for a walking tour with an external view of the Gothic Cathedral, built in 1230 on the foundations of an ancient mosque and trough the old fishing district of the City. Finally, you will return to the ship a few minutes before midnight. Please note: this tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Orchestra.

Price per Person Starting from: $46.00Adults $32.00Children

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    Thanks to its splendid beaches, endless sunshine and spectacular scenery, the beautiful Balearic isle of Mallorca first became popular as a holiday destination in the 1950s. But beyond these nature-given assets, the island also supports a lively nightlife, a particularly fine example of which is Son Amar – the beating heart of Majorca and a window to the world. A 16th-century Majorcan manor house just outside of Palma has provided an elegant setting for this special drink-and-show experience since the early 1960s. While sipping your drink, you can enjoy a show with Son Amar orchestra – Sounds of Soul – and singers: Arthur Hensen singing Motown classics, and Rosa de Lima, singing some of the biggest hits of the decade, and Cristina Marte, with her wonderful voice and versatile style. Do not miss a special tribute to the creative genius of Michael Jackson and to the exciting modern dance, choreographed by Liubov Khelben, who also creates the other dance sets. At the end of the show, your return journey to the ship will give you a chance to relish the afterglow of freshly minted memories. Please note: taking photos and shooting videos at Son Amar is prohibited. This tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Orchestra.

Price per Person Starting from: $78.00Adults $55.00Children

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  Leave the port for a bus transfer to “Las Salinas” (salt flats), originally a wide lake and today a series of small lagoons and pools. This spot was of great historic importance for the Romans who understood the importance of salt as a trade commodity. We will continue to the mountain village of San José to admire its fine 18th century church (external visit only) before stopping at San Antonio, an old fishing village and popular tourist destination. We will enjoy a scenic tour of the village, taking in the pretty waterfront before returning to Ibiza. Here we will visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ibiza old town, “D’Alt Vila”, discovering its narrow streets and white-washed houses. Return to the port.

Price per Person Starting from: $50.00Adults $35.00Children

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  Budding painters can gain inspiration and photographers can snap until their heart’s content with this tour of Ibiza’s most scenic spots. Our tour will begin with a bus transfer to “Es Cubells”, a lovely, quiet bay in the southern part of the island and from where we can admire the beautiful view and glimpse the distant island of Formentera. Next stop will be with a delightful panorama over the islet of “Es Vedrá” before moving on to “Cala Conta”, a picturesque bay set on dappled blue waters. Return to Ibiza to embark.

Price per Person Starting from: $41.00Adults $29.00Children

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    The salt flats, “Las Salinas” of Ibiza originally formed a wide lake and today are a series of small lagoons and pools. This spot was of great historic importance for the Romans who understood the importance of salt as a trade commodity. This area also boasts a lovely natural beach landscape flanked by a pine forest. We will continue to the mountain village of San José to admire its fine XVIII century church before stopping at San Antonio, an old fishing village and a popular tourist destination. Our excursion also includes a restaurant breakfast before we return to the port. Please note: this tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Orchestra.

Price per Person Starting from: $54.00Adults $38.00Children

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  Situated on the southern coastline of the island near the airport and Ibiza Town, the busy resort of Playa d’en Bossa is a highly popular tourist destination by day due to its famously long beach and family-friendly atmosphere. But the town is equally well-known for its abundant nightlife offers and this tour gives you an opportunity to experience all the fun of a great night out. A short coach trip will transfer you from the port, after which you will have about three hours to explore Playa d’en Bossa and its many bars, cafés, pubs and shops on your own. Join the international party crowd, dance to the unmistakeable Ibiza beat and discover for yourself what makes the Space, Ushuaia and Bora Bora nightclubs so special. Please note: the price of this tour covers your transfers to and from Playa d’en Bossa only; it does not include the price of entrance to clubs. This excursion operates from May until the end of September; it is not available for MSC Opera on 28 April 2013.

Price per Person Starting from: $22.00Adults $22.00Children

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  There is nowhere better to bask in the beautiful golden rays of an Ibizan sunset than in the coastal town of San Antoni, known for its long, sandy beach and a whole host of other attractions. A 30-min drive will take you across the island to this key tourist centre for time to spend at your leisure doing whatever you wish. Lined with cafés and bars, including the world-famous Café del Mar with its characteristic beachfront location and ambient-music vibe, the town’s famous “Sunset Strip” is well worth a visit. Choose your favourite spot, order tapas and drinks, and then glory in the spectacle of an unforgettable sundown – with your camera at the ready to capture stunning photos for your album at home. Please note: the price of this tour covers your transfers to and from Sant Antoni only; it does not include any entrance prices or the price of food and drinks. This excursion operates from May until the end of September; it is not available for MSC Opera on 28 April 2013.

Price per Person Starting from: $23.00Adults $23.00Children

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  A short coach drive will take you to the Hippie Market of Es Canar, located on the premises of a popular tourist destination. It all began in 1973 when the resort management decided it would be a good idea to give the local hippies a chance to peddle their goods to a small resident population of tourists spending a few days on holiday in Club Punta Arabi. From the initial 6 stands in 1973, with Maggie selling her wonderful cakes, a lady coming from Formentera offering warm woolly sweaters, another person hawking Indian jewellery and children swapping toys to the rhythm of violins, guitars and jam sessions, the so-called "mercadillo" has since developed into a real tourist attraction on Ibiza. You will have 2 hours to explore the colourful market and the stands that sell every item you can imagine before returning to your ship. Please note: this tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Orchestra.

Price per Person Starting from: $22.00Adults $22.00Children

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    Situated on the banks of the old course of the River Turia and originally settled by the Romans, the beautiful Mediterranean city of Valencia is well worth a visit. Your tour begins with a scenic coach trip through some of the city’s many lovely avenues and squares. A guided walking tour then follows that will take you through the city centre for a chance to view and photograph the Gothic architecture of the buildings. A visit to Valencia’s wonderful cathedral, the Our Lady of the Forsaken Basilica, is also included. Although predominantly built in Gothic style, the basilica also incorporates Baroque and Romanesque elements. Finally, a photo stop will be made outside the City of Arts and Science, a large museum and cinema complex that is celebrated for its futuristic architecture, before returning to the ship. Please note: in case of religious celebrations, guests can visit the Cathedral individually after receiving information from the guide. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance.

Price per Person Starting from: $57.00Adults $40.00Children

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     Leave the port for a fascinating sightseeing tour of Valencia, a city particularly known for its large historical quarter and the Gothic architecture of its buildings. Next on the itinerary is a visit to the Oceanographic Museum, which forms part of Valencia’s City of Arts and Sciences complex, in itself famed for its awe-inspiring architecture. With time to explore the fascinating museum without a guide, you can look forward to discovering the wildlife found in a broad range of specific aquatic environments, including a huge dolphinarium. There is also an incredible underwater glass tunnel that lets you feel at one with the surrounding marine ecosystem and enables unique encounters with the museum’s many inhabitants, which represent around 500 different species. Please note: the visit to the Oceanographic Museum is unguided.

Price per Person Starting from: $78.00Adults $55.00Children

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      Unbroken sunshine, golden sand and the warm waters of the Mediterranean Sea make a perfect combination for spending half a day at the beach. After boarding your coach at the port, a brief transfer (without a guide) will take you to a nearby beach for some quality “me time” off the ship. Whether you choose to go swimming in the azure blue of the sea or simply to chill out and watch the world go by, you are sure to have a great time. Your beach-based outing comes to a close with your return to Valencia and your ship. Please note: the tour operates from June until the end of September.

Price per Person Starting from: $35.00Adults $25.00Children

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    Just a short distance to the south of Valencia lies the wonderful region known as the Nature Reserve of Sierra de Espadán, the second-largest protected area in the autonomous community of Valencia. Made of up 19 small fishing villages, the area is also home to the village of San José and the famous San José caves. The world’s longest navigable underground river, the San José, flows through this huge cave complex and is also the point of access the small boat will take into the various chambers of these spectacular caves. After the cave visit, you will then continue on to Valencia for a sightseeing tour by coach along a route that will also take you past the Torres de Serrano towers, Plaza de la Virgen as well as Valencia Cathedral. You will also have a chance to stroll around the central market square before returning to the port. Please note: the tour is not suitable for guests using a wheelchair.

Price per Person Starting from: $69.00Adults $48.00Children

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    This trip to Valencia’s innovative zoological gardens – the so-called Bioparc – offers visitors a thoroughly immersive experience surrounded by faithful recreations of various habitats along with the animals that typically live within them. Located only a short coach ride from the port, the Bioparc’s main remits include animal conversation as well as educating the public on the importance of preserving natural ecosystems and habitats. Thanks to hidden boundaries between the animal enclosures and public spaces, you will feel like you are right in the middle of the action – a certain thrill for adults and children alike. The savannah and equatorial rain forest regions of the park’s African section will let you to amble alongside herds of antelopes, giraffes and rhinos or even rub shoulders with gorillas, buffalos and elephants. This highly entertaining and deceptively real zoo experience is one of which lasting memories are made. Your tour comes to a close with your return to port and your ship. Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair.

Price per Person Starting from: $80.00Adults $56.00Children

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      After a short coach transfer from the port to Valencia train station, a fast train will then speed you to Madrid, the capital of Spain, on a scenic 1.5-hour journey through the Spanish countryside. On joining your coach and guide in Madrid, your tour of this enchanting and modern city will begin and take you to see all the main landmarks. Look forward to seeing the grand boulevard of Paseo del Prado , the famous Plaza de Cibeles or the Calle de Alcalá – Madrid’s longest street – as well as the Gran Vía and the centrally located Plaza de España on your way to San Miguel Market. Approx. 2 hours of free time are scheduled here for you to have lunch on your own or to go shopping. The tour then continues with a pleasant stroll to see some of the city’s other main highlights, with plenty of photo opportunities as you pass through the Plaza Mayor – Madrid’s beating heart – and the Calle de Santiago. On reaching the lovely Plaza de Oriente, you will then re-board your coach for the transfer to Madrid’s Atocha Station along another scenic route (time and traffic permitting) that will round out your experience of this beautiful city. Look forward to views of the Calle Mayor (main street), Puerta del Sol square in Madrid’s historical centre and the adjoining Carrera de San Jerónimo as well as the elegant Plaza de Atocha, Avenida Barcelona and the Calle del Méndez Álvaro. Back on the fast train to Valencia, you can then sit back and enjoy the new memories you will just have made of one of Europe’s most iconic cities. Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Splendida.

Price per Person Starting from: $223.00Adults $156.00Children

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    This tour for the independent traveller begins with a short coach transfer from the pier to Valencia railway station to board a fast train to the Spanish capital, Madrid. The scenic 1.5-hour train ride will then give you plenty of time to set your own itinerary for exploring this fascinating city at your own pace. A slew of beautiful old buildings, fabulous architecture, grand boulevards, scores of picturesque squares and a whole host of museums await visitors, of which the Paseo del Prado boulevard, the Plaza de Cibeles and the Calla de Alcalá, Madrid’s longest street, are just three examples. On arrival in the Spanish capital, you will be given a map of Madrid to help you get your bearings and then have plenty of time to discover its many landmarks, busy streets and avenues. Popular attractions include the lively Puerta del Sol square at the heart of Madrid, the amazing early 20th-century Mercado de San Miguel indoor food market and the magnificent Royal Palace. But as this tour is all about what you want to see in the Spanish capital, the choice of what to see is yours alone to make. Just be sure to be at Atocha Station in good time to board your return train to Valencia and your cruise ship. Please note: this tour is not suitable for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is available only for guests onboard MSC Splendida.

Price per Person Starting from: $174.00Adults $122.00Children

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  After leaving the port at Monte Carlo by coach, you can first look forward to a 1-hour drive along the amazing coastline of the French Riviera en route to the captivating city of Cannes, a busy tourist destination and the host of the annual international Cannes Film Festival. You will then have some free time to explore the city centre at your own pace. Apart from the lovely old town with its winding lanes, narrow alleys and great views from the castle ruins, other Cannes’ highlights include the yachts moored in the harbour and the wonderful La Croisette seafront promenade with its luxury hotels and boutique shops. After re-boarding your coach, you will then head back along the coastal road to Nice, the capital of the French Alpes Maritime département, which is part of the larger Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region. You will then be taken on a leisurely guided walk to discover the main landmarks of this lovely French city, including the famous seafront boulevard known as the “Promenade des Anglais”, so named for the earliest visitors who came to enjoy their holidays at the resort. Your scenic tour of the French Riviera ends with the return drive to Monte Carlo and your ship. Please note: this tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is not available on following dates: 25 & 30.04.2013 & 05.05.2013 (MSC Opera).

Price per Person Starting from: $65.00Adults $46.00Children

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  Give yourself a chance to discover the highlights of Monaco on this enjoyable half-day excursion off the ship, which begins with a panoramic coach ride along the so-called Grande Corniche road – the highest of three scenic coastal routes in Monaco – for a chance to admire lovely view of the Principality from above. Your exploration of this special place then continues on foot with a guided walk around Monte Carlo’s main landmarks, including the splendid Rock of Monaco, simply known as “Le Rocher”. You will also pay an outside visit to the famous Roman Catholic Saint Nicholas Cathedral, which was consecrated in 1875 and houses the tombs of Prince Ranieri III and Grace Kelly. Last up is a visit to the truly resplendent Prince's Royal Palace, which was originally built as a fortress in the 12th century and occupies a huge complex consisting of various buildings displaying very different architectural styles and landscaped gardens. Your tour of Monaco and its must-sees comes to a close with your return to the pier and your ship. Please note: this tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is also available on following dates: 25 & 30.04.2013 & 05.05.2013 (MSC Opera).

Price per Person Starting from: $65.00Adults $46.00Children

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   Leave the port and enjoy a 45-minute coach drive to Nice capital of the “Côte d’Azur”. Here we will admire the famous seafront boulevard known as the “Promenade des Anglais”, the legendary “Negresco” Hotel with its delightful rococo façade and pass by the Russian Orthodox Cathedral with its brightly coloured ceramics and six onion domes. Finally we will visit the old town and have some free time on the attractive “Cours Saleya”, a colourful square in Nice old town. Next we will continue to the medieval cliff-top town of Eze. Pass the XIV century double gateway and enjoy a walk through the narrow streets of the town. A stop for shopping is scheduled at the renowned Fragonard perfume factory to learn about French perfume techniques and purchase sample fragrances. Please note: this tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. The order of the visits may vary. This tour is not available on following dates: 25 & 30.04.2013 & 05.05.2013 (MSC Opera).

Price per Person Starting from: $65.00Adults $46.00Children

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   Leave the port and reach one of the jewels of the Côte d’Azur: Monte Carlo. After parking at the Rock of Monaco, you will head up to the old town. The friendly guide will lead you through the narrow uphill streets, past the Oceanographic Museum, the Cathedral where Princess Grace and Prince Rainier III are buried (outside view), and the fairytale Prince’s Palace. You will also get to see one of Monaco’s most famous buildings: the legendary Casino, which stands next to the glamorous Hôtel de Paris. Following a guided tour of the elegant square and the surrounding buildings, you will continue on to the medieval town of Èze, entering via the 14th century double gateway and then walking through the narrow streets. A shopping stop is also scheduled at the renowned Fragonard perfume factory for a chance to learn about French perfume techniques and, if so inspired, to splurge on some fragrance samples. Please note: the tour does not include an internal viewing of or admission to the Casino. This tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. This tour is not available on following dates: 25 & 30.04.2013 & 05.05.2013 (MSC Opera).

Price per Person Starting from: $62.00Adults $43.00Children

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  Dig out some comfortable walking shoes and prepare to stretch your legs on an enjoyable 3-hour guided stroll around the highlights of Monte Carlo, an administrative district of the Principality of Monaco. Located on a tiny patch of land on the exclusive southern coastline of France, whatever Monaco may lack in size, it certainly makes up for in the beauty of its surroundings. After leaving the pier, you will first head for Fort Antoine, an early 18th-century stronghold that is now an open-air theatre, until we reach the famous Rock of Monaco, or Le Rocher as it is more commonly known. This promontory overhanging the Ligurian Sea affords splendid views of the city below, the coastline and the deep blue sea. The tour then continues with a visit to Saint Nicholas Cathedral in Saint Roman, a place of Roman Catholic worship that was consecrated at the end of the 19th century. Along the way, you will also pass the Oceanographic Museum, a delightful building dating back to 1901, as well as the “Gardens”. The final call on the guided leg of this tour will be at the central square and the beautiful Prince’s Palace, where you can spend some time watching the changing of the guard. Some brief free time then follows before you return to the pier and your ship. Please note: this tour is not recommended for guests with walking difficulties or using a wheelchair. Conservative attire is recommended for visiting sites of religious importance. Taking photos or shooting videos inside the Cathedral is prohibited. This tour is also available on following dates: 25 & 30.04.2013 & 05.05.2013 (MSC Opera). The visit to the Cathedral is not foreseen during the night calls by MSC Opera.

Price per Person Starting from: $46.00Adults $32.00Children

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