Italy Across the Mediterranean: Barcelona, Rome, Tuscany, Cinque Terre & Genoa

About this journey

What makes this trip.

• Sail the Mediterranean by ferry cabin, turning the crossing itself into part of the adventure
• Gaudí's Barcelona: the Sagrada Família, Park Güell, Casa Batlló and Casa Milà
• Imperial Rome: the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon and Piazza Navona, plus a Rome-by-night walk to the illuminated Trevi Fountain
• Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel
• Renaissance Florence: the Uffizi, Michelangelo's David at the Accademia, the Duomo and Ponte Vecchio at sunset
• Pisa's Square of Miracles and its world-famous leaning tower
• The UNESCO-listed villages of Cinque Terre — Monterosso al Mare and Vernazza — reached by the scenic coastal train
• Maritime Genoa: the Old Port, one of Europe's largest aquariums, and the UNESCO palaces of Via Garibaldi

Who this trip is for

Who this trip is for.

Ideal for agencies and operators serving groups who want the great icons of the western Mediterranean — Gaudí's Barcelona, imperial Rome and the Vatican, Renaissance Florence, Pisa, the Cinque Terre and maritime Genoa — bundled into one seamless multi-country itinerary. The unhurried pacing, comfortable sea crossings that double as rest days, and an Arabic/English-speaking guide throughout make it well suited to leisure-minded cultural groups and multigenerational travellers who prefer a relaxed rhythm over a rushed pace.

Itinerary

Day by day.

1. Day 1

   Setting Sail from Morocco

   The group gathers at the port in Morocco in the afternoon and completes boarding formalities. Late at night the ferry casts off across the Mediterranean bound for Barcelona. Modern cabins, restaurants, cafés, lounges and open-sea views make the crossing part of the pleasure rather than mere transit. Overnight aboard ship.

2. Day 2

   A Day at Sea

   Breakfast on board. A full day of relaxation on the ship — its restaurants, cafés and sun deck overlooking the blue horizon set a calm, easy tone for the start of the journey. Overnight aboard ship.

3. Day 3

   Arrival in Barcelona

   Breakfast on board before arrival. The ferry reaches the port of Barcelona in the morning, where you are met and transferred to the hotel for some rest. In the afternoon, an orientation walk through the heart of the city takes in the famous Las Ramblas boulevard and the ancient Gothic Quarter, followed by free time to explore. Overnight in Barcelona.

4. Day 4

   Barcelona: The Wonders of Gaudí

   Breakfast at the hotel. The morning is devoted to the Sagrada Família, Antoni Gaudí's masterwork, followed by Park Güell with its mosaics and sweeping city views. In the afternoon, stroll the elegant Passeig de Gràcia to admire the facades of Casa Batlló and Casa Milà. Free time in the evening. Overnight in Barcelona.

5. Day 5

   Barcelona: City and Sea

   Breakfast at the hotel. In the morning, ascend Montjuïc hill for its castle, gardens and panoramic views over the city and harbour. Midday brings the colourful La Boqueria market and the historic El Born quarter, then the afternoon is spent along the Old Port, the waterfront and Barceloneta beach. Free time in the evening. Overnight in Barcelona.

6. Day 6

   Barcelona to Rome

   Breakfast at the hotel and check-out, then transfer to Barcelona airport for the direct flight to Rome (about two hours). On arrival you are met and transferred to the hotel. Depending on arrival time, a first encounter with Rome at the Trevi Fountain and the Spanish Steps. Overnight in Rome.

7. Day 7

   Imperial Rome

   Breakfast at the hotel. The morning explores the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and Palatine Hill — the heart of ancient Rome. Midday continues to Piazza Venezia and the Vittoriano monument, then the Pantheon and Piazza Navona with its fountains in the afternoon. In the evening, a 'Rome by night' walk to see the Trevi Fountain, Pantheon and Piazza Navona beautifully illuminated. Overnight in Rome.

8. Day 8

   Vatican City and Baroque Rome

   Breakfast at the hotel. The morning is dedicated to Vatican City: St. Peter's Basilica, the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel. In the afternoon, visit Castel Sant'Angelo and wander Rome's historic neighbourhoods, with free time to explore. Overnight in Rome.

9. Day 9

   Rome to Florence via Lake Trasimeno

   Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. After an unhurried morning, set off by air-conditioned coach from Rome toward Tuscany. Midday brings a rest stop on the shores of Lake Trasimeno — the largest lake in central Italy — for a relaxed pause by the water and lunch at leisure, a gentle break at the halfway point. Continue on to Florence in the afternoon, settle into the hotel, and enjoy a first evening stroll through the historic centre to the Duomo square and Ponte Vecchio at sunset. Overnight in Florence.

10. Day 10

    Florence: Capital of the Renaissance

    Breakfast at the hotel. The morning visits the Uffizi Gallery, one of the world's greatest art museums, followed by the Accademia to see Michelangelo's original David. In the afternoon, take in the magnificent panorama from Piazzale Michelangelo. The evening offers the historic centre by night — Ponte Vecchio and Piazza della Signoria. Overnight in Florence.

11. Day 11

    Florence to Pisa, Cinque Terre and Genoa

    Breakfast at the hotel and check-out, with luggage staying on the coach. The morning stops in Pisa to see the Square of Miracles and its famous leaning tower. Midday reaches the Cinque Terre, where the coach drops the group at the train station to visit two coastal villages — Monterosso al Mare and Vernazza — by the scenic local train, an easy, luggage-free way to explore, with lunch at leisure in a village. In the afternoon, continue directly to Genoa and settle into the hotel, followed by an evening walk through the old city. Overnight in Genoa.

12. Day 12

    Genoa — A Full Day

    Breakfast at the hotel. The morning explores Genoa: the historic Old Port (Porto Antico) and its aquarium, the lanes of the old city, and the palaces of Via Garibaldi (a UNESCO World Heritage site). The afternoon is free for shopping, relaxing and strolling the waterfront. In the evening, enjoy the illuminated Old Port. Overnight in Genoa.

13. Day 13

    Genoa — The Sea Voyage Home Begins

    Breakfast at the hotel and check-out. A last morning of free time in Genoa before preparing to sail. At midday, board the ferry bound for Morocco (with a call at Barcelona). The relaxed return crossing of the Mediterranean begins — time to unwind and enjoy the ship's amenities. Overnight aboard ship.

14. Day 14

    A Day at Sea

    Breakfast on board. A full day of relaxation on the ship, reliving the journey's memories to the rhythm of the sea. Overnight aboard ship.

15. Day 15

    Arrival in Morocco

    Breakfast on board. In the evening the ferry arrives at port in Morocco — the end of an unforgettable journey.

What you get

Included & not included.

The list below is the program baseline; everything is confirmed in your partner quote, and several “not included” items can be added on request.

Built around your group

What can be tailored.

This program is a starting point, not a fixed package. The elements below are adjusted for your travellers and confirmed in your partner quote.

• ✦Hotel categoryAdjusted to your group’s preferences
• ✦Travel datesSet around your group’s calendar
• ✦Group sizeBuilt to fit your numbers
• ✦Guide languageArranged on request
• ✦MealsMeal plan tailored per group
• ✦Pace of the itineraryRelaxed or full — your call
• ✦Optional visitsAdded on request
• ✦Start & end pointsAdaptable per group

Hotels are confirmed to your group’s preferences after the order — category and properties chosen with you — and the full land service is tailored and confirmed in writing in your quote.

Good to know

Operational notes.

• •The final service list is confirmed in your partner quote.
• •Hotel and supplier availability depends on your travel dates.
• •Pricing depends on group size, season, and hotel category.
• •Jarjinia confirms every detail in writing before anything is committed.

Partner terms

How commercial terms work.

Commercial terms for this program are confirmed in your partner quote — not as fixed online-checkout rules. Payment schedule, cancellation conditions, and supplier deadlines are agreed per program and destination, and shared with your agency in writing before confirmation.

Before you travel

Important notes.

Coaches are not permitted inside the Cinque Terre villages, so those villages are reached by the scenic coastal train; travel there is light and luggage-free. Two of the five villages (Monterosso al Mare and Vernazza) are visited on this program.