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Valencia, Spain

Valencia was established by the Greeks and later occupied by the Carthaginians, Romans, Visigoths and Arabs. A 15th century artistic movement here gave the world spectacular paintings, sculptures, and jewels. Today a “City of Arts and Sciences,” Valencia offers visitors remarkable samples of modern architecture, alongside such notable classics as the 13th century Cathedral and Chapel of the Holy Chalice. Built on the site of a mosque which was originally a Roman temple the Chapel contains the chalice which legend says was used by Christ at the Last Supper. For a more historic view, take in the Quart Towers, a former gate of the medieval wall, built in 1444; and Serranos Towers, a former prison surrounded by a moat and built around 1391.

  • Date
    Jul 23
  • Arrive
    8:00 AM
  • Depart
    7:00 PM

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      • 3.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        VLC-001:
        Free
      • Take in the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences, one of Santiago Calatrava’s signature architectural achievements.
      • View La Lonja de la Seda, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the art nouveau Mercado Central in Valencia’s historic city center.
      • Appreciate the Valencia Cathedral and Chapel of the Holy Chalice, which houses a cup purportedly used in the Last Supper.
      • Behold the 17th-century basilica dedicated to Our Lady of the Abandoned, Valencia’s patron.
      • Gaze at the imposing Torres de Serranos, one of the city’s ancient defensive gates.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        VLC-002:
        Free
      • Take in the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences, one of Santiago Calatrava’s signature architectural achievements.
      • View La Lonja de la Seda, a UNESCO World Heritage site, in Valencia’s historic city center.
      • Experience the 19th-century art nouveau Mercado Central, one of Europe’s most expansive indoor markets.
      • Savor free time to browse the inviting shops of circular Plaza Redonda.
      • Examine large-scale puppets that were spared the flames of Valencia’s Fallas Festival at the Fallas Museum.
      • 5.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-003:
        Free
      • Stand in awe at the breathtaking L’Oceanografic, Europe’s largest marine park, designed by celebrated architect Santiago Calatrava.
      • Explore over 500 marine species in tanks designed so that visitors walk beneath them.
      • Behold the 13th-century Valencia Cathedral and a 17th-century basilica dedicated to Valencia’s patron.
      • View the 19th-century art nouveau Mercado Central market and La Lonja de la Seda, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
      • Appreciate time on your own in the bustling market to shop and bask in the vibrant ambience.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-004:
        Free
      • Visit the renowned Lladró Factory, known as the City of Porcelain.
      • Absorb fascinating details about Lladró’s history and production techniques.
      • Revel in the opportunity to shop for highly regarded Lladró porcelain at its birthplace.
      • Pass striking historic landmarks on a panoramic tour of Valencia’s age-old city center.
      • Gaze at the imposing Torres de Serranos, one of the city’s ancient defensive gates.
      • Capture memorable photos at Santiago Calatrava’s magnificent City of Arts and Sciences.
      • 7.0 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
      • #
        VLC-005:
        $129.00
      • Examine evidence of the region’s numerous occupiers during a walking tour through ancient Sagunto.
      • Meander past whitewashed houses and stone lancet arches in Sagunto’s well-kept Jewish Quarter.
      • Visit a Roman theater, a designated National Monuments of Spain.
      • Capture memorable photos at Santiago Calatrava’s magnificent City of Arts and Sciences.
      • Behold the exquisite Valencia Cathedral and the 19th-century art nouveau Mercado Central.
      • Relish a delicious lunch of Spanish favorites.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        VLC-006:
        Free
      • Capture memorable photos at Santiago Calatrava’s magnificent City of Arts and Sciences.
      • See Valencia’s neoclassical bullring and eye-catching main railroad station.
      • Enter Valencia’s historic city center at the commanding 15th-century Torres de Quart.
      • Sample up to five characteristic Valencian wines at D.O. Valencia.
      • Behold the exquisite Valencia Cathedral and the 19th-century art nouveau Mercado Central.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
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        VLC-011:
        Free
      • Bicycle to the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences, one of Santiago Calatrava’s signature architectural achievements.
      • Pass myriad highlights of Valencia, such as the Concert Hall and Viveros Gardens.
      • Access the ancient city center at the Torres de Serranos, one of the city’s medieval defensive gates.
      • Stop at the Plaza de la Virgen to see the Valencia Cathedral, an impressive Gothic palace and a basilica dedicated to Valencia’s patron.
      • Delight in the Palacio de Marqués de Dos Aguas, a Baroque masterpiece.
      • Take in the verdant Jardín de la Glorieta, which features monuments depicting illustrious Valencians.
      • 5.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-012:
        Free
      • Explore Bocairent, a village built almost entirely of stone, giving it a medieval ambiance.
      • Marvel at the bullring that was pickaxed and chiseled out of the solid-rock hillside.
      • Meander the winding, hilly streets of Bocairent’s atmospheric Old Town.
      • Sample a glass of local anise-flavored herbero made with mountain flora.
      • 2.5 Hours
      • Light Activity
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        VLC-016:
        Free
      • Admire sleek yachts moored at the Marina Real Juan Carlos I, built to host the America’s Cup.
      • Take in the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences, one of Santiago Calatrava’s signature architectural achievements.
      • Gaze at the captivating Torres de Quart, once part of the city’s defensive walls.
      • Delight in the enchanting Estación del Norte, the city’s main railway station, and the Baroque City Hall.
      • Watch bustling daily life unfold at the Gaudí-influenced art nouveau Columbus Market.
      • Appreciate time at your leisure in the historic city center for shopping or independent sightseeing.
      • 5.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-017:
        Free
      • Use the included bus pass to see the attractions in Valencia that you find most intriguing.
      • Stay for as long as you like at attractions and then hop on another bus when you’re ready.
      • Choose destinations by using the supplied route map that describes them.
      • Stay up to five hours in Valencia, visiting attractions ranging from the cathedral to the zoo.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
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        VLC-019:
        Free
      • Browse an elaborate Moorish palace nicknamed the “Alhambra of Valencia.”
      • Admire the natural beauty and serenity of the Albufera of Anna lake.
      • Look for water birds and migratory species that flock to the surrounding wetlands.
      • 2.5 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-020:
        Free
      • Ride through Valencia in a four-passenger tuk-tuk that resembles an oversized golf cart.
      • See the absolute icons of the city at ground level for a more immersive experience.
      • Gain a historical understanding of Valencia, which was founded more than 2,000 years ago.
      • 5.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-021:
        $329.00
      • Watch a highly expressive flamenco performance that fuses dancing, singing and music.
      • Dine on traditional cuisine made with ingredients locally sourced in Valencia.
      • Pause for a glass of horchata, a milky drink synonymous with the area.
      • 4.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-022:
        $209.00
      • Dine on authentic paella, a once-humble dish that is synonymous with Valencia.
      • Enjoy the ambiance of the 200-year-old farmhouse that is now La Genuina restaurant.
      • See the area where paella originated as you cruise across a lake in Albufera Natural Park.
      • 5.5 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-026:
        Free
      • Explore Valencia with a local guide that will provide an insider’s point of view.
      • Hear lesser-known facts about the attractions that make them all the more captivating.
      • Interact with the city’s authentic culture.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-027:
        Free
      • Explore Valencia with a local guide that will provide an insider’s point of view.
      • Recognize the contrast between icons and attractions that visitors often overlook.
      • Hear lesser-known facts about the attractions that make them all the more captivating.
      • Interact with the city’s authentic culture, especially in the public markets.
      • 3.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-001SG:
        $169.00
      • Take in the breathtaking City of Arts and Sciences, one of Santiago Calatrava’s signature architectural achievements.
      • View La Lonja de la Seda, a UNESCO World Heritage site, and the art nouveau Mercado Central in Valencia’s historic city center.
      • Appreciate the Valencia Cathedral and Chapel of the Holy Chalice, which houses a cup purportedly used in the Last Supper.
      • Behold the 17th-century basilica dedicated to Our Lady of the Abandoned, Valencia’s patron.
      • Gaze at the imposing Torres de Serranos, one of the city’s ancient defensive gates.
      • 4.25 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-023:
        $169.00
      • Savor a variety of tapas with locally sourced ingredients at two restaurants in Valencia.
      • Enjoy a selection of red and white wine that perfectly pairs with the tapas.
      • Drive through Valencia and see landmarks that reflect the city’s culture and history.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-1GT:
        $189.00
      • Chef-Led tours are never more than 18 guests and always led by the chef instructor onboard
      • See where the bomba rice essential to paella is grown while cruising Lake Albufera.
      • Hear commentary that describes the special attributes of bomba rice.
      • Snack on local appetizers while watching a chef prepare paella on a wooden fire.
      • Dine on the paella, a once-humble dish that is synonymous with Valencia.
      • 3.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-BB1:
        Free
      • Tour the most innovative buildings in Valencia, a city the Romans founded in 138 BC.
      • Learn infatuating details about the buildings’ engineering from your architect guide.
      • Focus on the innovative and highly controversial City of the Arts and Sciences.
      • Gain an insider’s perspective of the architecture that would otherwise be unattainable.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-GG1:
        Free
      • Tour a family-owned farm that grows organic citrus using eco-friendly methods .
      • Sample organic fruits and jams that taste far superior to produce grown conventionally .
      • Snap photos of Valencia’s most modern attraction— City of Arts and Sciences .
      • 3.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-GG2:
        Free
      • Follow a biologist through a national park, parts of which were once used for farming .
      • Gain insight into how the land was transformed from rice fields into freshwater wetlands .
      • Cruise through the reserve in a boat and observe the abundant water birds .
      • 3.0 Hours
      • Strenuous Activity
      • #
        VLC-GL1:
        $99.00
      • Bicycle through areas of Valencia unknown to most visitors for a true glimpse at daily life.
      • Pass a beach, farmhouse and field where you will see the diversity of local crops.
      • Sample authentic horchata, beloved chilled beverage made with the milky juice of chufa and sugar
      • 5.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-GL2:
        $119.00
      • Visit the farming region of L’Horta, where Valencians often spend weekends relaxing.
      • Tour a farm where many of the ingredients for paella are grown.
      • Learn to make traditional paella in a hands-on workshop on the farm.
      • Dine on the freshly made paella, perhaps straight from the pan, which is a tradition.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-AC3:
        $299.00
      • Visit key historical landmarks in Valencia, which the Romans founded more than 2,000 years ago.
      • Behold two paintings by revered Spanish artist Goya in the Valencia Cathedral.
      • Browse the Silk Exchange, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
      • Spend free time in the vibrant Central Market and dine on your own, if you wish.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-AC4:
        $299.00
      • Visit key historical landmarks in Valencia, which the Romans founded more than 2,000 years ago.
      • Behold two paintings by revered Spanish artist Goya in the Valencia Cathedral.
      • Browse the Silk Exchange, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
      • Spend free time in the vibrant Central Market and dine on your own, if you wish.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-C04:
        $799.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-C08:
        $1,299.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Moderate Activity
      • #
        VLC-CM1:
        Free
      • City of Arts & Sciences
      • Calle Bolseria
      • Plaza Lope de Vega
      • Las Arenas Beach
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-M04:
        $1,399.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-M04A:
        $1,699.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-M08:
        $2,299.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-M08A:
        $2,559.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 0.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-STT:
        Free

      To ensure that your shoreside experiences are as convenient and enjoyable as possible, we are delighted to offer a complimentary shuttle between your ship and the city center in every port where the ship is not docked within walking distance of the city center. This service runs continuously, aligning perfectly with your ship’s in-port schedule. Best of all, there’s no need to reserve your seat in advance. Simply make your way to the designated stop to board your shuttle, and you’ll be whisked away to the heart of the city. Additional information and schedules can be obtained by visiting the onboard Destination Services Desk during your voyage.

      • 4.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-V04:
        $1,099.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.
      • 8.0 Hours
      • Light Activity
      • #
        VLC-V08:
        $1,669.00
      • Travel in a private vehicle reserved for your party only.
      • Follow your own itinerary and visit only attractions you choose.
      • Proceed at whatever pace is most comfortable.
      • Rely on your personal driver and guide for assistance.