Crystal Symphony, 9 Night Europe & Mediterranean ex Valletta, Malta to Barcelona, Spain

Two days in Malta’s historic capital mark the start of this journey around the Med, which touches both Europe and Africa. Our first stop is Tunisia's ancient trading port of La Goulette, jump-off point for the capital Tunis, ancient Carthage, and the eye-catching blue-and-white seaside village of Sidi Bou Said. Next, we cross to Italy and Trapani, Sicily, where a bowl of the local fish couscous reveals long ties with nearby North Africa, then the Aeolian island of Lipara, for boutiques, bistros and turquoise waters. We reach the Italian mainland at the lemon-scented streets of Sorrento, on the Bay of Naples, and then a day at sea takes us to Civitavecchia, gateway to the capital, Rome. One more sea day brings us to our final stop Barcelona, to sip cava and people-watch on the Ramblas and marvel at Antoni Gaudí’s whimsical architecture.

It begins the moment you embark. An immersion into luxurious wonder. An extraordinary sense of well-being. The Crystal Symphony is one of the most spacious and luxurious cruise ships at sea. Onboard amenities feature grand lounges, a full-service fitness facility, exciting casino, a lavish spa, expansive decks, a swimming pool with an extra-large Jacuzzi, award-winning cuisine and entertainment. To top it off, exquisitely-appointed staterooms, more than half of which offer private verandahs. Considered to be the finest shipboard staff afloat, it is their goal to anticipate your every need and to make this a vacation to remember.

For over three decades Crystal has been synonymous with exceptional, award-winning voyages.

Last year, A&K travel group acquired the Crystal brand, and its two most beloved vessels, Crystal Serenity and Crystal Symphony, ushering in a new era.

EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE
Our highly personalised service has long been a Crystal signature, with some of the industry’s leading passenger-to-crew ratios.

EXCEPTIONAL DINING
Dining with Crystal is a journey through the most exceptional culinary dishes from around the world, from authentic italian cuisine in osteria d'ovidio, to classic parisian bistro dining or tapas-style tastes

EXCEPTIONAL SUITES
Our expansive suites and palatial veranda guest rooms have been recently renovated to offer the utmost comfort and refined contemporary design.

EXCEPTIONAL EXPERIENCES
We travel across the globe, immersing guests in the most incredible locations and together with A&K, taking them closer to the unseen side of each destination