Poised as if to kiss the continent of Africa, Andalusia hugs the southern coast of Spain and embraces cultural influences from both sides of the strait. This is the birthplace of Don Juan and Carmen, evening paseos by women in lace mantillas, cape-twirling matadors. In short, it is quintessential Spain. The beaches of the Costa del Sol are legendary. And behind lie equally magnificent mountain ranges sheltering picturesque "white villages.

Welcome to the Iberian Peninsula, home to some of the world's freshest seafood, finest wines and most flavourful local produce. On this 17-day trip across Northern Spain and Portugal, tingle your tastebuds as you eat and drink your way through cities and towns made famous by their cuisine. Hop from taperias to wine bars, learn how to cook authentic and delicious local meals, explore ancient wine cellars and fresh food markets and wander the fields of a farm before sitting down to a home-cooked meal. From sweet Portuguese tarts to savoury Spanish jamon, delight all your senses on this food-forward adventure.

In Spain, a land bursting with flavour, artistry, and passion, there's no such thing as going halfway. Start in Madrid, then travel south where the Andalucian capital of Seville will ignite your soul with the heart-pounding rhythms of flamenco. Then head north to explore the vibrant Basque and Catalan regions: soak up the energy of Barcelona, sip your way through Logroño’s wine country, indulge in San Sebastián’s legendary cuisine, and marvel at Bilbao’s striking architecture. With each regio...

Explore the sights, sounds and tastes of Northern Spain on this food-focused adventure. Immerse yourself in local history and culture as you sample produce at La Boqueria Market, whip up Catalan specialties in a cooking class, enjoy tapas bars in Logrono, discover the medieval streets and underground wine caves of Laguardia and venture north to San Sebastian, home to beaches and a thriving arts scene. Experience a traditional Asturian sidreria (cider house) near Oviedo, attend a centuries' old farmers market in the Potes and taste fresh seafood on the coast in Galicia. With Santiago de Compostela in your sights, your Spanish food pilgrimage is a path worth taking.

We begin in Rome, where ancient architecture meets modern metropolis. Next, let Sorrento's siren song draw you to its Vesuvian sites and Amalfi hikes. Immerse yourself in Sicilian charm in Palermo and travel through time in Tunis, where whitewashed buildings and labyrinthine souks await. Feel the vibrant island vibes of Ibiza then melt your troubles away on the turquoise shores of Mahón. Finally, we breathe in the bohemian heart of Catalan in magnificent Barcelona.

History has soaked deep into the streets of Rome, where we begin our exploration. The Tyrrhenian Sea wafts us to energetic Naples and sunlit Sicily. Tunis beckons from across the waves before the Cote d'Azur offers a slice of jet-setting luxury. From Corsica, we sail to white sands and Mediterranean beauty, darting back to Sicily and Sardinia. Sip cocktails as you admire the stunning scenery in Menorca, then arrive in cosmopolitan Barcelona for tapas and a warm Spanish welcome.

From the artistic allure of Barcelona, journey to Marseille's sun-drenched Calanques and the sparkling beauty of Porto Cervo's Costa Smeralda. Stroll in the pastel-hued haven of Portofino before exploring Renaissance masterpieces in Florence. Drift along the Côte d'Azur, where the timeless glamour of the Riviera shimmers in Nice. Enjoy time at sea to relax, reflect and indulge in unparalleled wellness, dining and entertainment as we loop back to Mediterranean enchantment in stylish Barcelona.

Set sail from the colourful soul of Barcelona to glide into Mahón's leisurely lifestyle and tasty artisan delicacies. In Alghero, immerse yourself in the Coral Coast and discover breathtaking Sardinian secrets. The iconic Riviera backdrop of glamorous Cannes welcomes you to winding streets and leafy hills before you absorb the jet-set glamour of sun-dappled St Tropez. Experience the magnetic vibes and natural landscapes of Ibiza before you return to Barcelona's Catalan heart.

As dawn lights the bustling city of Barcelona, we set sail to retrace the steps of Grace Kelly through glittering Monte Carlo and Cote d'Azur panache. Explore the rugged coast of Corsica, relax on the golden beaches of Sardinia and admire the rocky cliffs of Sicily.

Capture the drama of a Mediterranean adventure, from the clifftop scenery of Sorrento to the setting of Much Ado About Nothing in Messina, and onwards to dreamy Sardinia and Menorca. Add Barcelona's arty atmosphere and chic summer vibes along the Balearics and Cote d'Azur to medieval surprises in Genoa and the elegance of Portofino and Monte Argentario. From historic Rome and Naples, loop back through the azure waters, admiring Mediterranean islands, to the rich heritage of Tunis and the Spanish spirit of Barcelona.

Sail into a world of effortless elegance and timeless allure, where Monte Carlo's glittering playground paves the way for Rome's ancient wonders and cultural gems. In Sorrento, wander through hidden gardens and sample lemon gelato in pretty piazzas, then ascend to the hilltop town of Taormina to admire the vast volcanic slopes of Mount Etna in the distance. Discover Valletta's golden-hued history and bask in the Balearic beauty of Palma before we drift to Barcelona for an art-filled finale.

Balmy summer nightlife, picturesque piazzas, pristine island hideaways and ancient relics await us as we slip through the gentle waves through the Balearics, Cote d'Azur, Portofino and Tuscany's Monte Argentario.