PREVIEW OF OUR EXCLUSIVE AND EXCITING 2027 MEDITERRANEAN CHRISTMAS MARKET CRUISE
Celebrate the season on an elegant Mediterranean holiday journey that combines festive Christmas markets, curated shore experiences, hosted travel moments, and two Barcelona hotel stays. Enjoy seven nights aboard the newly refreshed Regent Seven Seas Voyager, an intimate all-suite ship welcoming no more than 700 guests, as we visit six seasonal market destinations across Spain, France, and Italy. With two additional nights at our Barcelona hotel, you will have time to explore at leisure and enjoy one of Europe’s most captivating cities at its most festive time of year.
Throughout the voyage, our ship will be adorned with holiday lights, beautifully designed Christmas trees, wreaths, and festive touches. Enjoy seasonal menus, gingerbread displays, champagne, decorated cookies, and holiday eggnog aboard one of the world’s most luxurious ships. This trip is designed for travelers who want the ease of luxury cruising with the added warmth of a small group holiday experience. Space is limited, and suite categories are expected to vary in availability as the sailing date approaches.
Dates
November 27 to December 6, 2027
Route
Barcelona roundtrip, with Christmas market destinations in Spain, France, and Italy.
Ship
Regent Seven Seas Voyager, an all-suite luxury ship for no more than 700 guests. All the suites have a balcony.
Starting cruise price
From $4,799 per person, with limited single-supplement availability in select categories.
Hotel option
Two Barcelona hotel nights at Le Méridien Barcelona for $625 per person, plus single supplement if applicable.
Availability note
Space is limited, and early reservations are recommended for the best suite or cabin selection.
DAY BY DAY ITINERARY
Saturday, November 27th – Barcelona Le Meridien Hotel
Arrive in
Barcelona, where Gerhard will meet you at the airport and provide the transfer to our luxury hotel in the heart of the city. The remainder of the day is at leisure, offering time to unwind or begin exploring independently. Nearby, La Boqueria food market offers an inviting introduction to local flavors, while Barcelona’s historic Fira de Santa Llúcia Christmas market is an easy eight-minute walk from the hotel. In the evening, guests are invited to a hosted beverage reception in the hotel to meet fellow trip participants.
Fira de Santa Llúcia, Barcelona
Sunday, November 28th – Regent Seven Seas Voyager
Enjoy a relaxed morning before transferring to the ship in time for lunch. Upon embarking the Regent Seven Seas Voyager, guests are welcomed with Champagne and invited to settle into an exceptional journey through Mediterranean culture and holiday traditions. This evening, we get together for our first special dinner.
Regent Seven Seas Voyager
Monday, November 29th – Regent Seven Seas Voyager
Spend the day in
Palamós, where the natural beauty of the Costa Brava unfolds across the beaches and coves that inspired Salvador Dalí and generations of artists. Our excursion also includes medieval
Girona, home to the Arab Baths, a Romanesque monastery, and a historic tower attacked by Napoleon’s forces in 1814. Portions of the city wall date to the Roman era, and their original foundation stones remain visible today. If time permits, guests may enjoy shopping or independently explore more of Girona’s remarkable medieval landmarks. For additional information about regional holiday markets, please visit:
The Christmas magic on the Costa Brava and the Girona Pyrenees | Costa Brava Girona Pyrenees
Tuesday, November 30th – Regent Seven Seas Voyager
In
Marseille, admire Notre-Dame de la Garde, the neo-Byzantine Basilica overlooking the city and crowned by its gleaming gold-leaf Madonna and Child. Discover a festive culinary walking experience blending historic streets, Christmas décor, and Provençal holiday flavors. Enjoy a guided Christmas walk through Le Panier and the Vieux-Port, including time at the traditional Christmas Market. You can also join us on an excursion to nearby
Aix-en-Provence for a visit to a traditional Provençal market with a sensory showcase of regional food, textiles, and crafts.
Fairs and Christmas markets in Provence • Aix en Provence - Office de Tourisme
Wednesday, December 1st – Regent Seven Seas Voyager
Livorno, in the heart of Tuscany, serves as a gateway to Florence, Pisa, Siena, and the region’s timeless Renaissance and medieval heritage. We will visit nearby
Lucca for a guided walking tour. Stroll the cobblestone streets, bustling piazzas and old Renaissance walls, trace the city’s Roman past along Via San Paolino and Piazza San Michele; and see the birthplace of local composer Giacomo Puccini. You also have the option of a presentation on winemaking or browsing the hundreds of shops and stalls in Livorno’s bustling Central Market. Enjoy samples that vendors offer including a remarkably flavorful chickpea pancake with a classic spiked coffee drink that locals usually order as a digestive following meals. To learn more about the Christmas Market in Lucca, visit:
Lucca Magical Christmas 2025 - Lucca Tourism
Thursday, December 2nd – Regent Seven Seas Voyager
Cruise the Mediterranean Sea. Sleep in, take time for a leisurely breakfast, read a book, attend a guest lecture, get a massage, work out in the fitness center, meet other passengers, relax for the day, and enjoy the ocean views.
Day at sea
Friday, December 3rd – Regent Seven Seas Voyager
Alicante, a historic Mediterranean port on Spain’s Costa Blanca, offers seaside charm, white-sand beaches, outdoor cafés, and museums with notable works of art. During the Christmas season the town center turns into a festive wonderland, featuring dazzling lights, vibrant street markets, and giant holiday displays. The Christmas markets feature seasonal treasures, with the Avenida de Federico Soto Market offering artisan gifts, traditional decorations, and nativity figurines. Included are handmade goods and original seasonal gifts aimed at both residents and visitors. You also have the option of visiting the captivating town of Guadalest with its spectacularly placed landmarks, which emerge from a craggy rock outcropping. Enjoy a 90-minute scenic drive along the Costa Blanca past picturesque villages surrounded by a beautiful landscape peppered with orange, avocado and medlar groves.
Alicante
Saturday, December 4th – Regent Seven Seas Voyager
Valencia blends striking contemporary architecture with historic landmarks, including the 13th-century Cathedral, the Quart Towers, and the Serranos Towers, all set within one of Spain’s most vibrant coastal cities. Since paella was invented here, you can't visit Valencia and not try the authentic one: cooked with chicken, rabbit, and vegetables. Experience a relaxed guided Christmas walk focused on Valencia’s Belén tradition and festive décor. See notable nativity scenes, including Valencia’s oldest historic Belén, highlighting local craftsmanship and long-standing customs. Stroll past illuminated landmarks, decorated streets, and festive plazas. Enjoy free time to experience Valencia’s Christmas atmosphere independently. For more information about seasonal shopping, visit:
Christmas markets in Valencia
Sunday, December 5th – Barcelona Le Meridien Hotel
After disembarking our ship, we will enjoy a private guided tour of Barcelona, one of Europe’s most visually compelling cities. From the medieval intimacy of the Gothic Quarter to the graceful boulevards of the Moderniste Eixample, the city reflects the genius of Antoni Gaudí through landmarks such as Sagrada Família, Park Güell, and Casa Milà. Following a tapas lunch, the afternoon is free to explore museums, festive markets, or the city’s elegant shopping streets at leisure.
Le Meridien Hotel
Monday, December 6th – Return home
The journey concludes with a transfer to Barcelona International Airport for onward travel home or to other destinations in Europe. Or, join us for another fourteen days on the ship, sailing from Barcelona to Miami.
Return home
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
HOTEL DETAILS
Before and after the cruise, we will stay at the Le Meridien Hotel, one of Barcelona’s most distinguished addresses. Set on Las Ramblas, moments from the Gothic Quarter and close to Passeig de Gràcia’s Gaudí landmarks and luxury shopping, the hotel offers a superb base for enjoying the city’s festive atmosphere. Guest rooms feature thoughtful contemporary comforts, while spa facilities and the acclaimed CentOnze restaurant add to the sense of refined ease in the heart of Barcelona. Visit the hotel: Le Méridien Barcelona | Pet-Friendly Upscale Hotel with Spa Studio.
RESERVATIONS
Contact us if you would like to join the tour. We will reserve your place, review cabin location alternatives, explain the registration requirements, and provide deposit details. Early reservations are essential for the best suite or cabin selection on the ship, so please contact us as soon as possible. A deposit of 15% of the per person fare is required within five days of reservation. This can be charged to a credit card. The hotel option requires a $250 per person deposit payable to Gerhard’s Odysseys by check. Final payments are due July 1, 2027.
AIR TRANSPORTATION
Airfare is not included in the tour price. We recommend a minimum of 1.5 hours for flight connections and avoiding short layovers. Contact us for more information. Regent has an air concierge department for guests who wish to include air travel with their cruise. The program offers personalized options for routing, cabin class, airline preferences, and travel dates.
EXTRA NIGHTS
Contact us for special rates at Le Méridien Barcelona.
COST OF THE TOUR DOES NOT INCLUDE
Items of a personal nature; excess baggage charges, health and accident and baggage insurance; spa treatments; or any services other than those specifically mentioned as being included. Tips for local tour guides and/or drivers are not included when taking a Regent organized excursion. Gerhard’s Odysseys is not responsible for delays or missed portions of your cruise relating to flight delays or incorrect travel documents.
