EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Balcony Suite with Scenic River Cruises Included in Price. Option to Upgrade Celebrity Cruise to a Balcony for only $800 per person.
Begin your journey with two nights in Barcelona, exploring the city at your own pace. Highlights include strolling the vibrant streets, discovering Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces, and sampling local cuisine and tapas.
Board the Celebrity Equinox for a 9-night Mediterranean cruise visiting Spain, Portugal, and Morocco. Enjoy included meals, onboard activities, and entertainment as you sail to iconic ports.
Disembark Celebrity Equinox in Barcelona and fly to Bordeaux, enjoying two nights in Bordeaux before embarking on your 10-night Scenic Luxury Bordeaux River Cruise. Sail the Gironde, Garonne, and Dordogne rivers, with included shore excursions, Scenic Freechoice activities, wine tastings, and all onboard amenities including Wi-Fi, butler service, and fine dining.
Conclude your journey with three nights in Paris, exploring the City of Light at leisure before flying home.
Included Touring & Highlights
Two nights in Barcelona
9-night Celebrity Equinox Cruise through Spain, Portugal & Morocco
Breakfast, lunch & dinner included
Onboard activities and entertainment
Flight from Barcelona to Bordeaux
Two nights in Bordeaux to explore the city and famous wine region
10-night Scenic Luxury Bordeaux River Cruise
All shore excursions included
Scenic Freechoice activities to personalise your trip
Butler service, mini bar, and Wi-Fi included
Wine tastings, guided tours, and unique experiences
Rail journey from Bordeaux to Paris
Three nights in Paris
Port charges, government fees, and taxes included
Rail from Bordeaux to Paris
Depart Australia on your international flight to Barcelona. Begin your journey towards Europe’s vibrant Mediterranean culture. Overnight on board.
Arrive in Barcelona and transfer to your hotel. Spend the rest of the day at leisure exploring the city’s lively streets, architecture and café culture. Overnight in Barcelona.
Enjoy a full day to explore Barcelona at your own pace. Discover Gaudí masterpieces such as La Sagrada Família, stroll Las Ramblas, or enjoy tapas in the Gothic Quarter. Overnight in Barcelona.
Transfer to the port and embark your Celebrity Cruise. Settle into your stateroom before departing Barcelona at 17:00, beginning your Spain, Portugal and Morocco voyage.
Relax and enjoy a full day at sea. Take advantage of the ship’s dining, entertainment and leisure facilities.
Arrive 13:00
Arrive in Lisbon, Portugal’s charismatic capital. Explore historic neighbourhoods, tram-lined streets and riverfront vistas. Overnight onboard.
Depart 19:00
Enjoy a full day in Lisbon with time to visit Belém, Alfama or enjoy local cuisine before departing in the evening.
Arrive 08:00 | Depart 19:00
Dock near Porto, famous for its riverside old town, colourful buildings and world-renowned port wine.
Another relaxing day at sea as you cruise toward southern Spain.
Arrive 08:00 | Depart 18:00
Visit Cádiz, one of Europe’s oldest cities, or travel inland to Seville to explore its grand cathedral and historic quarters.
Arrive 07:00 | Depart 17:00
Experience the exotic culture of Tangier, where Africa meets Europe. Explore bustling souks, medinas and coastal views.
Enjoy your final day at sea as the ship returns to Spain.
Arrive 05:00
Disembark your Celebrity Cruise in Barcelona.
Transfer to the airport and fly to Bordeaux, France. Check into your hotel and enjoy time at leisure.
Spend two nights in Bordeaux, one of France’s most elegant cities, known for its riverside promenades, classical architecture and wine heritage.
Welcome to Bordeaux, the heart of one of the world’s most famous wine regions. Step aboard the luxurious Scenic Diamond and toast the start of an unforgettable river cruise.
Cruise towards Libourne. This afternoon, visit Saint-Émilion, a World Heritage-listed medieval village famed for its underground Monolithic Church. Overnight in Libourne.
Choose from Scenic Freechoice activities including walking tours, vineyard visits, cycling or onboard painting. Sail to Pauillac, docking overnight.
Explore the prestigious Médoc wine region.
Scenic Enrich: Exclusive classical concert at Château d’Agassac.
Relax onboard as you sail to Cadillac, a historic town with deep French and American heritage.
Enjoy wine tastings in Sauternes, cycling tours, or visits to castles and historic estates.
Explore Bordeaux through guided tours, cycling, culinary experiences or markets.
Scenic Enrich: After-hours Champagne reception at Bassins des Lumières.
Choose from museum visits, sidecar touring or coastal excursions before sailing to Bourg.
Discover Bourg’s historic streets or join excursions to Cognac, Saintes or local museums.
Explore Blaye Citadel, a UNESCO World Heritage site, or cycle along the Captain’s Road before returning to Bordeaux.
Disembark Scenic Diamond after breakfast, concluding your river cruise.
Note: Water levels may affect the order of ports.
Travel by rail from Bordeaux to Paris. Check into your hotel and enjoy an evening at leisure.
Spend two nights exploring Paris at your own pace. Visit iconic landmarks such as the Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame, and stroll along the Seine.
Transfer to the airport for your return flights to Australia, concluding an extraordinary Mediterranean, Morocco and French River Cruise journey.
Final Payment must be made 30 days after deposit has been made
This is an exlcusive Inspiring only deal and payment is required 30 days after the deposit has be made to secure the reservation. We offer no credit card fees on the cruises by Inspiring Vacations website. You can alos make payment via Direct Deposit, please contact our team for more information.
Flights
Return economy flights from Sydney are included. Departures from Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth are available for an additional surcharge. You can select your preferred departure city in the customisation section during your online booking.
Hotels
All hotels listed are subject to change; any changes will be of an equal or higher standard. Bedding requests cannot be guaranteed and are always on a request basis with the hotel.
Transfers
Airport transfers that are not included in your package can be added. A $30 service fee applies for arranging a private transfer, in addition to the transfer cost.
Documentation
Travel documentation is sent digitally 30 days before departure. No postal documents are issued. You must complete your cruise personaliser directly with the cruise line. We cannot complete this on your behalf. Visit the Know Before You Go section for guidance, and you will receive an email reminder when it is time to complete this.
Visas
Visas are not included in any trip. Please refer to SmartTraveller for visa requirements and travel advice.
Payments
Final payment must be made by the due date. If payment is not received, the booking will be automatically cancelled. Deposits are non-refundable.
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