Be dazzled by some of Spain, Morocco, and Portugal’s gems on this cruise. Begin with an overnight in Barcelona before enjoying some late summer sun in Ibiza long after the crowds have gone. Spain’s Cartagena is next, followed by Malaga’s eclectic mix of history. The next call is Gibraltar, a tiny, unexpected piece of the UK in the Mediterranean. Overnight in Casablanca, and enjoy soaking up the atmosphere in the labyrinthine souk. End your journey with an overnight in Lisbon’s colorful charm.

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Barcelona is a vibrant city on the northeastern coast of Spain known for its stunning architecture, and rich cultural heritage. Barcelona’s seaside beauty, sprawling beaches, eclectic architecture, world-class tapas and Tempranillo are all reasons to fall in love with the city of Gaudí. Indeed, the treasures here are many and diverse, captivating travelers and experts alike. In fact, nine important sites in the city, seven designed by the famed architect himself, have earned the acclaim of UNESCO.

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private car and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for four hours. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person (only one person in the party needs to book it). Private cars accommodate a maximum of two guests seated in the back of the vehicle. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Departure times for half-day vehicle services are limited to morning or afternoon departures only, based on availability. Unfortunately, half-day services are not available for mid-day departures (ex: from 11am - 3 pm, or 10pm - 2pm). Requests for this experience require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated.

For guests wishing to explore independently, Crystal is pleased to offer this private vehicle service and English-speaking guide.&nbsp;

Private Half-Day Car & English-Speaking Guide - Barcelona

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private car and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for eight hours. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person (only one person in the party needs to book it). Private cars accommodate a maximum of two guests seated in the back of the vehicle. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this experience require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated. &nbsp;

For guests wishing to explore independently, Crystal is pleased to offer this private vehicle service and English-speaking guide.

Private Full-Day Car & English-Speaking Guide - Barcelona

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for four hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person (only one person needs to book it). Private vans accommodate a maximum of four guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. Departure times for half-day vehicle services are limited to morning or afternoon departures only, based on availability. Unfortunately, half-day services are not available for mid-day departures, from 10:00am to 1:30pm. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated.

Private Half-Day Van & English-Speaking Guide - Barcelona

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for eight hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person. Only one person needs to book it. Private vans accommodate a maximum of four guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated.

Private Full-Day Van & English-Speaking Guide - Barcelona

Flower power was once as prevalent on this “White Isle” as are today’s glitzy nightclubs, for Ibiza was a hub of hippie culture in the 1960s. But dig deeper and you’ll find a heritage more suitable for an island gem in the Mediterranean. Ibiza Town’s UNESCO-listed Dalt Vita chronicles much of this history, with monuments and architectural vestiges of nearly 1,000 years.

Located on the southern coast of Spain, Cartagena invites visitors to discover its rich history, stunning Roman ruins, and picturesque Mediterranean vistas. From its ancient natural harbor where Phoenicians would trade to its Roman Empire heyday when it was known as the New Carthage, Cartagena’s enviable position on the Mediterranean has long made it one of the most important ports in Spain. The country’s Naval Headquarters is here, as are Dockyard Gate and Midshipman School. Discover ancient Roman ruins and Modernista buildings, the magnificent Concepcion Castle and a stunning City Hall.

After a 20 min journey, arrive at the hacienda, where you will enjoy a welcome reception with refreshments. Learn all about the thoroughbred Andalusian horses at the hacienda, so elegant with their fine bloodlines and graceful bodies. This race of carefully bred pedigree horses is highly esteemed worldwide. Next, visit the stables to see the brood mares and get an insight into the art of managing spirited stallions, a challenging but rewarding endeavor. Then it&#39;s time for a wonderful Flamenco performance before finishing with a paella tasting.&nbsp; Having sampled the flavors of Spain, it&#39;s time to return to your ship.&nbsp;

Venture to a beautiful Spanish finca, or country estate, to see beautiful, pure-bred horses, learn about training and breeding, witness flamenco dancing, and enjoy local food and wine.

Equestrian Show & Flamenco at Countryside Hacienda

See the wealth of historical treasures found in the coastal city of Màlaga. Once a major trading port, Màlaga has an eclectic mix of sites influenced by the Phoenicians, the Moors, and the Spanish. 

The Andalusian city of M&aacute;laga, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, has always had a connection to art. Take a short ride to M&aacute;laga&rsquo;s city center, where you will start a different artistic route based on the project created by residents and artists from all over the world, named Soho Maus. It is a unique experience of creation through which streets are transformed into a working canvas for numerous artists. The project aims to provide Malaga with a valuable contemporary cultural legacy by developing a new vision of the city, creating new spaces, and changing the city&#39;s daily routine. All the activities in the project have been carried out with the involvement of the residents &ndash; an inspiring walk. But what would be M&aacute;laga without Picasso? After the walk through the Old Quarter, you will reach the Picasso Museum in the stunning 16th-century Palacio de Buenavista. &nbsp;Here you will have the opportunity to practice your artistic skills as you learn about a range of techniques used throughout the works on display in the museum.&nbsp;&nbsp; After that, enjoy fantastic tapas at a &nbsp;M&aacute;laga restaurant.&nbsp;

Discover M&aacute;laga through art and become an artist yourself as you take part in a workshop at the Picasso Museum followed by Spanish tapas.

Picasso Workshop & Museum

Alhambra is Fully Booked on May 16, no new bookings accepted. Please note this tour is available on request only and pending confirmation. Please refer to the note sections for further details. Granada is a beautiful city near the spectacular Sierra Nevada mountains. Granada is a popular favorite of the Andalucia region. It has a rich history, a fantastic range of sites to see, and bustling nightlife. With Arab influences and Spanish charm, there is plenty of culture and history to explore here. Number one on the list of unmissable things to see in Granada, the world-renowned Alhambra gets its name from the Arabic for &#39;Red Castle&#39; and has been poetically described as the place where the air is clear, and the freshwater from the mountains reaches. Considered Granada&#39;s &ndash; and Europe&#39;s &ndash; love letter to Moorish culture, this fortified palace complex started life as a walled citadel before becoming the opulent seat of Granada&#39;s Nasrid emirs. Their showpiece palaces, the 14th-century Palacios Nazar&iacute;es, are among the finest Islamic buildings in Europe and, together with the gorgeous Generalife gardens, form the Alhambra&#39;s great headline act. Part palace, part fort, the Alhambra is now a dedicated UNESCO World Heritage site. It boasts spectacular medieval architecture, which captivates over 6000 visitors daily, but its beauty can be appreciated even in the busiest moments. After a guided visit, enjoy an early dinner in a five-star restaurant resembling the Alhambra. t

Join your expert guide for a full-day tour and explore Alhambra, a dedicated UNESCO World Heritage site boasting approximately 6,000 visitors daily. A refreshing early dinner at a nearby five-star restaurant or similar is included. t t t

The Alhambra & Gardens

M&aacute;laga is loaded with history and brimming with a youthful vigour that proudly acknowledges its multi-layered past, the city that gave the world Picasso has spectacularly transformed itself, with half a dozen new art galleries, a radically rethought port area and a budding art district called Soho. And today, we invite you to discover part of it on board electric cars. So, it will be both fun and sustainable! The circular route, starting and ending at the cruise port, will ride you through the streets of Malaga with several stops to visit the main points of interest, the downtown area, the Candado beach promenade, and you will even have the chance to drive through the still undiscovered-for-many 'barrio' of El Palo. Stops will be done along the route for you to take the best pictures to bring back home. However, a visit to Malaga wouldn&#39;t be complete if you don&rsquo;t visit Gibralfaro Castle, with its imposing views over the city and port area. Throughout the route, as the Old Quarter is restricted to any vehicle, you will have free time to explore the town independently. Price per car, maximum 2 guests per car (2 guests travelling together will only need one ticket). t

Discover Malaga on board a two-person electric car (Renault Twizzy or AMI Citroen). Your guide will provide commentary via the radio system as you explore Malaga. Time permitting, guests will be allowed some free time to explore independently.&nbsp; t

Malaga by Electric Car

Leaving the port behind, you will take a panoramic drive through the Andalusian city of M&aacute;laga. Pass by city highlights such as the ruins of the former Roman Theatre, the Bullring and other buildings dating from the 19th Century like City Hall, the Justice Court, and the Central Post Office. As you finish the drive you will reach La Merced Square, the birthplace of Pablo Picasso, for a short photo stop. Continuing on, you will see the beautiful architecture of the Alcazaba Palace, a historic castle built in the 11th century as the residence of the Arabian Caliphs (Kings). This majestic place is next to the Gibralfaro Castle, an ancient Moorish fortress offering breathtaking views of the city and its bay. You will stop at a point near the castle where you will have the chance to take some of the best pictures of the city. Then you will return to the city Centre and start a walking tour: following the narrow streets and finally pass by the Cathedral with its renaissance style, built between the 16th and the 18th centuries, and now designated a National Monument. Next, deep in the ancient suburb of M&aacute;laga you will head to the Arab Baths or 'Hammam'. It combines damp heat, dry heat and cold with the purpose of cleaning the body and skin, treating stress or just relaxing. At reception you will be given a bath wrap, a towel, and a bowl. Other purchasable 100% natural handicraft products are offered. The bath begins with a shower in the hottest hall which is about 45&ordm; C. A cupola in the dome attenuates the exterior light and a huge octagonal stone block of rock below it, allows to rest while sitting or lying on it. &nbsp;With this step your body temperature will be elevated in order to open up your pores. Then you proceed to the temperate hall that has a temperature of 40&ordm; C. There you clean and peel your body with soap and the horsehair glove and refresh in the water of the hall or in the showers. And finally, you will go to the cold hall at 30&ordm; C to rest and wait for your body to cool down. After this relaxing experience, you can enjoy a delicious coffee or infusion before returning to the ship. You can also ask the masseurs to give you a massage.

Get to know beautiful M&aacute;laga and its Arabic roots with a deep dive into the Arabic culture while relaxing at a typical Hammam.

Panoramic Málaga & Arab Baths

Depart from the pier via motor coach and begin a two-hour drive to Ronda, where your first stop will be the Morosanto Winery. Their vineyards are on an ancient site, so you can enjoy some Roman and Moorish history among the vines. Welcomed by a family member (depending on availability), start with a winery tour, and see the different stages of winemaking, from harvest to bottling. Learn about the different grape varieties and the methods to achieve the highest quality and flavor in each bottle. The tour is finished with a tasting where you can savor the delicious award-winning wines produced at the bodega served with local tapas, such as jam&oacute;n (Spanish ham). Ronda, located in the province of Malaga, is a picturesque town attracting tourists from around the world. Perched dramatically atop the El Tajo Gorge, Ronda offers breathtaking views of the surrounding countryside. The town is renowned for its iconic Puente Nuevo, a striking bridge that spans the gorge and serves as an emblem of Ronda.&nbsp; There are many photo opportunities as you wander by the charming whitewashed buildings, historic architecture, and vibrant squares and stroll through its narrow, winding streets. Ronda is rich in history and culture. It boasts impressive landmarks such as the Moorish fortress of Alcazaba, the House of Don Bosco, and the Church of Santa Maria la Mayor. The Plaza de Toros, one of the oldest bullrings in Spain, is a must-visit for those interested in the country&#39;s bullfighting traditions. In addition to its historical allure, Ronda is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes.&nbsp; For food and wine enthusiasts, Ronda offers a delightful culinary scene. Local restaurants and tapas bars serve traditional Andalusian dishes accompanied by excellent wines produced in the region.

Ronda is a beautiful town located in Andalusian, southern Spain. Ronda is a must-visit destination known for its stunning views and rich history. Ronda is an up-and-coming wine destination in Spain, known for its high-quality red wines made from local grape varieties. Visit one of the most famous bodegas in the area on this full-day experience.&nbsp;

Ronda Village & Vineyard

Take a scenic drive along the seafront to begin your guided walk through the main streets of M&aacute;laga, before arriving at the famous Patio de Beatas, restaurant, wine cellar and shop. With over 500 different wines in stock, to enjoy in-house or take away this sleek, stylish winery and restaurant is one of Malaga&#39;s leading establishments. Try some of the fabulous wines and enjoy the famous &#39;tuna&#39; entertainment. Tunas have been an integral part of university culture in southern Spain for centuries. &#39;Tuna&#39;&nbsp; is a group of students dressed in traditional costumes to serenade the ladies. Catching a tuna&#39;s cape at the end of their performance remains a coveted prize.

Enjoy a guided walk through the city center before arriving at the Patio de Beatas,&nbsp; a winery and restaurant with over 500 different wines in stock. Enjoy the fabulous wines and the famous &#39;tuna&#39; show, a traditional serenade by groups of students in traditional costumes.

Tapas Tasting with &#39;Tuna&#39; Traditional Entertainment 

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for four hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person. Private vans accommodate a maximum of five guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated.

Private Half-Day Van & English-Speaking Guide - Malaga

A British Overseas Territory on the southern tip of Spain, with stunning natural landscapes, historic fortifications, and a lively blend of British and Mediterranean cultures. Climb your way to the top of this legendary limestone mass. With more than 140 caves and soaring to almost 1,400 feet, there’s no question why the Rock of Gibraltar has been a staple in ancient legends.

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>Welcome to a charming introduction to Gibraltar, coupled with the quintessential British tradition of tea!</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>You will commence your experience with a leisurely drive northward towards the land frontier between British Gibraltar and Spain. Although you won&#39;t pause at this border crossing, the journey offers a captivating insight into the geographical connection and the vibrant cultures that converge on these borderlands.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Your journey meanders along the outskirts of town, gracing landmarks like the American War Memorial and the Trafalgar Cemetery. Your path leads to Europa Point, where breathtaking vistas await. Behold the North African coastline, a mere 12 miles/1.9 km distant across the renowned Strait of Gibraltar. This panoramic outlook illuminates the strategic significance that has forever rendered this territory a crucial place in world history.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>To culminate your experience, luxuriate in the ambiance of the esteemed 5-star Sunborn Luxury Yacht Hotel. Anchored in the heart of Ocean Village marina, this floating sanctuary offers splendid views. Immerse yourself in the charm of an authentic British tradition as you indulge in delicious tea and scrumptious scones, a quintessential treat that encapsulates the British spirit.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Relax, savor, and allow this splendid rendezvous with Gibraltar&#39;s allure and English elegance to linger in your memory.</div> &nbsp;

Welcome to a delightful Gibraltar tour with a touch of British tradition. We&#39;ll drive northward to the border with Spain, offering insights into the cultural connection. Explore landmarks, reach Europa Point for stunning views, and see the historic Strait of Gibraltar. End with tea and scones at the 5-star Sunborn Luxury Yacht Hotel in Ocean Village marina. Relax and savor this rendezvous with Gibraltar&#39;s allure and British charm&nbsp;

Panoramic Gibraltar with British Tea

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>Prepare for a captivating journey through Gibraltar&#39;s rich history, guided by a knowledgeable expert. Uncover the momentous events that have shaped this renowned British Overseas Territory, all in the company of a seasoned guide.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Starting from the quayside, your adventure leads you to the Cable Car base station. You will effortlessly transport you to the awe-inspiring Top Station, perched atop The Rock. The vistas are nothing short of breathtaking, evoking a sense of suspended wonder. At the Top Station, once a wartime gun emplacement, your guide will unveil the geography of this Mediterranean gateway. Take a moment to explore the souvenir shop, restaurant, and former anti-aircraft battery site, all while absorbing the fascinating insights from your guide plus in the company of the resident pack of Barbary Macaques.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Your journey continues with a short Cable Car ride down to the middle station and the domain of Gibraltar&#39;s the Barbary Macaques. These playful tailless monkeys (Macaca Sylvanus) roam freely, surrounded by enigmatic legends and intriguing tales of origin. While their antics charm, remember they are wild creatures; refrain from touching or continuing your adventure, a brief drive north leads you to Princess Caroline&#39;s Battery and the entrance to the remarkable Great Siege Tunnels. Hewn out from solid limestone by the Royal Engineers&#39; forerunners in 1782, these tunnels stand as a testament to ingenious engineering. Traverse the Windsor Gallery to St. George&#39;s Hall, a captivating experience often missed by Rock visitors. As you exit the tunnels, a glance north reveals the World War II runway below.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Perhaps you will be lucky enough to catch a bird&#39;s eye view of a plane&#39;s landing or taking off. Next, immerse yourself in the City Under Siege Exhibition, where a small 1700s building encapsulates the hardships endured by citizens and soldiers due to limited resources, diseases, and stringent military discipline.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>As the tour nears its conclusion, the choice is yours: embrace the vibrant city center or return to the vessel. Opt for city exploration, and you&#39;ll chart your own course back to the ship, enriched by the extraordinary insights gained on this remarkable journey.</div>

Embark on a captivating journey through Gibraltar&#39;s rich history with an expert guide. Explore iconic locations like the Cable Car base and Top Station for breathtaking vistas. Encounter playful Barbary Macaques and visit the historic Great Siege Tunnels. Delve into the City Under Siege Exhibition to understand the challenges faced by citizens and soldiers. Conclude your tour with the option to explore the vibrant city or return enriched by the insights gained.&nbsp;

City under Siege

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>Experience Gibraltar&#39;s charm and gastronomy in this leisurely tour that unveils its rich history and delectable tapas.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Our journey commences with a relaxed drive northward, offering panoramic views of Gibraltar as we travel towards the border that divides this small British overseas territory from Spain. Although we won&#39;t make a stop at the border, the scenic drive provides a captivating glimpse of this remarkable boundary and the imposing north face of the Rock.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>As we continue along the town&#39;s periphery, you&#39;ll pass by poignant landmarks like the American War Memorial and the Trafalgar Cemetery. Soon, Europa Point welcomes you with its breathtaking vistas. Gaze upon the North African coastline, just 12 miles/1.9 km distant across the legendary Strait of Gibraltar. It&#39;s from this vantage point that the enduring strategic importance of this territory&rsquo;s importance in world events.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Following this panoramic exploration, you&#39;ll be ushered to Chatham Counterguard, where a warm welcome awaits at the 'My Wines' venue. Begin your tour within the Counterguard&#39;s historic walls, appreciating the vaults, intricate stonework, and graceful arched roofs.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>While we discuss the location, your surroundings, and interesting details like the Defensive Cannons atop the Bastion, a collection of cannonballs found near the Moorish Castle provides a captivating link to history. Accompanied by a fresh white wine from the surrounding areas, our journey into the world of wine and culinary delights unfolds.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>The chef&#39;s exquisite gourmet morsels, carefully matched with our following five wines, enhance your sensory journey. Immerse yourself in the charm of old photos, offering glimpses of the area&#39;s rich heritage, as the third wine is served. Against the backdrop of Gibraltar&#39;s natural beauty, including its lush green slopes and limestone formations, each wine is savored alongside carefully chosen tasters, individually and in combination, to extract the full spectrum of flavors.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>While we unwind, we sustain our conversation about the scenic beauty of Gibraltar and pinpoint significant landmarks as our ultimate wine is presented. It&#39;s a fitting conclusion to the tour filled with exploration, anticipation, and gastronomic delights. A total of five wines will be thoughtfully matched with five gourmet foods throughout the visit.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>In the inviting vault, you&#39;re welcome to peruse a selection of world wines, perhaps making a choice to take home or simply relishing the moment with an Italian coffee after this delightful wine and tapas pairing.</div> &nbsp;

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>Explore Gibraltar&#39;s history, stunning vistas, and culinary delights in this leisurely tour. Drive northward for panoramic views, pass by landmarks like the American War Memorial and Trafalgar Cemetery, and admire Europa Point&#39;s breathtaking scenery. Then, enter Chatham Counterguard for a wine and tapas experience within historic walls.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Discover the region&#39;s rich heritage through old photos as you savor three carefully matched wines and gourmet morsels. Discuss Gibraltar&#39;s beauty and landmarks while enjoying the final wine. This tour includes five wines paired with gourmet foods. Afterward, browse a selection of world wines or savor an Italian coffee in the inviting vault. Immerse yourself in Gibraltar&#39;s heritage, sights, and flavors.</div> &nbsp;

Panoramic Drive with Gourmet Wine Pairing

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>Much of Gibraltar&#39;s fortress heritage unveils its hidden marvels exclusively on foot, making an experienced and knowledgeable guide an invaluable companion. Immerse yourself in the captivating blend of natural wonders, local flora and fauna, awe-inspiring views, and historic military fortifications that Gibraltar generously offers.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Our journey commences with a modern twist as the minibus effortlessly transports us to the Cable Car base station. A short, scenic ride reveals breathtaking vistas that unfold before your eyes. Upon ascending, a spectacle of splendor awaits. Cast your gaze over the Rock&#39;s eastern edge to behold the vast Gibraltar sand dune and Catalan Bay. To the north, a sweeping view captures the Iberian Peninsula and the sun-kissed Costa del Sol. Look south across the Strait of Gibraltar to the second Pillar of Hercules, Mons Abila in Morocco, perfectly complementing Gibraltar&#39;s role as the first pillar. Your camera lens will capture not only the stunning views but also the playful antics of the Barbary Macaques, who call the top station their home. Descend along a serene, wooded path to St. Michael&#39;s Cave, a marvel that has astounded even ancient souls. Next, a rendezvous with Gibraltar&#39;s most iconic residents beckons - the tailless monkeys, or Barbary Macaques. These captivating creatures roam freely, a reminder of the Rock&#39;s unique charm. A word of caution: keep your belongings close, as feeding or touching them is strictly prohibited and illegal.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Our journey leads us to the historic Princess Caroline&#39;s Battery and the entrance to the Great Siege Tunnels, a testament to human ingenuity during the Great Siege of 1779-83. These tunnels facilitated gun emplacements along the rock&#39;s northern face, a marvel of defense.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>As the experience concludes, your guide will escort you by minibus into the heart of the city. En route, the Tower of Homage of the Moorish Castle, a relic from the 14th Century, graces our path. We delve into the VAT-free shopping haven of Main Street, inviting you to explore at your leisure. In the city center, a choice unfolds - return directly to the ship or venture further into the city&#39;s charms. and&nbsp; make your own way back to the ship at leisure.</div>

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>Explore Gibraltar&#39;s fortress heritage on foot, guided by experts. Discover natural wonders, local flora, awe-inspiring views, and historic military sites.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Our journey starts with a modern twist as a minibus takes us effortlessly to the Cable Car base station, offering scenic vistas. Ascend to witness Gibraltar&#39;s splendors, from the sand dunes to the Iberian Peninsula.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Capture stunning views and playful Barbary Macaques at the top station. Descend to St. Michael&#39;s Cave, an ancient marvel.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Meet the iconic tailless monkeys, Barbary Macaques, and visit historic sites like Princess Caroline&#39;s Battery and the Great Siege Tunnels.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>The experience concludes in the city center, where you can explore or return to the ship at your own pace. Enjoy Gibraltar&#39;s offerings independently.</div> &nbsp;

Upper Rock Walking Exploration

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>Drive across the runway towards the British/Spanish Border. The tour then proceeds towards the southernmost point of Gibraltar, Europa Point and the sight of the only Trinity Lighthouse outside Great Britain. Enjoy the panoramic views and one of the busiest shipping lanes in the world; the mingling of the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean and two Continents.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>This experience continues to the Gibraltar Nature Reserve, Upper Rock area and to St. Michael&rsquo;s Cave, where one can appreciate a mass of strangely shaped stalagmites and stalactites. The strains of atmospheric music drift through this enormous Gothic style cavern, where a sound and light show starts at regular intervals.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>The Barbary Macaques, or tailless monkeys, spring to mind at the mention of the Rock of Gibraltar and here is where our next stop will take us. Apes Den is one of the focal points of the monkeys, which are indeed a breed of tailless monkeys (Macaca Sylvanus) roaming free on the rocky slopes. They are endearing creatures but with a penchant for bags, to say nothing of cameras and hats. The monkeys are not to be touched however friendly they may seem. It is strictly forbidden and illegal to feed or touch the monkeys.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Continuing your experience, travel via the Upper Rock area to exit the Nature Reserve passing by the Moorish Castle and the Tower of Homage, that still bears the scars of battles from the past. Finally, enter the Upper Town area. You will drive down the narrow winding roads to exit at Main Street, where you may decide to stay and explore the city centre to take advantage of the VAT-free range of shops, or return to the ship. Should you decide to stay in the city center, you will make your own way back to the ship at leisure. </div> t

<div class='ewa-rteLine'>This experience takes you across the runway towards the British/Spanish Border. Next, you&#39;ll head to Europa Point, home to the only Trinity Lighthouse outside Great Britain. Here, you can capture panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea and Atlantic Ocean meeting at two Continents.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>The experience then leads to Gibraltar Nature Reserve and the Upper Rock area, including St. Michael&rsquo;s Cave, known for its unique stalagmites and stalactites. Inside, experience an atmospheric music and light show.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>One of the highlights of this experience are the Barbary Macaques at Apes Den, tailless monkeys (Macaca Sylvanus) freely roaming the rocky slopes. Note that touching or feeding them is strictly forbidden.</div> <div class='ewa-rteLine'>Continuing, you&#39;ll pass the Moorish Castle and the battle-scarred Tower of Homage before entering the Upper Town area. The tour winds down narrow roads, exiting at Main Street. Here, you can choose to return to your vessel or explore the VAT-free shops in the city center and then may your way back to the ship at leisure.</div> t

The Rock Tour 

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver/guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for four hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person. Private vans accommodate a maximum of six guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. Departure times for half-day vehicle services are limited to morning or afternoon departures only, based on availability. Unfortunately, half-day services are not available for mid-day departures (ex: from 11am - 3 pm, or 10pm - 2pm). While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated. t

For guests wishing to explore independently, Crystal is pleased to offer this private vehicle service and English-speaking driver/guide.&nbsp; t

Private Half-Day Van & English-Speaking Driver/Guide - Gibraltar

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking driver/guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for eight hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person. Private vans accommodate a maximum of four guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated. t

Private Full-Day Van & English-Speaking Driver/Guide - Gibraltar

With visions of Bergman and Bogart filling the imagination, it’s easy to explore the French-colonial design and narrow alleyways of the old Medina, and bargain-filled souks are reminders of mysterious days past. Yet this gleaming city has a firm grasp on the 21st century and today encompasses broad palm-lined boulevards, attractive public parks and soaring high-rises.

Experience the historic splendor, landmarks, and art deco architecture of Casablanca during this scenic, full-day sightseeing exploration of the city.&nbsp; Depart the pier and proceed to the awe-inspiring Hassan II Mosque. The Mosque is the second-largest mosque in the Islamic world. This magnificent building is both overwhelming in its grandeur and exquisite in its detail. It can hold 25,000 people and the foundations are built partly on land and partly over the water. Some of the ceilings are over 200 feet tall (70 meters), and a part of this amazing and sacred building has a retractable roof. The construction of the Mosque began in 1980 and was completed in 1993. It is the only mosque in Morocco where non-Muslims are allowed to enter inside. This law dates to a French governor of Christian origin who passed the law to ensure that none of his countrymen inadvertently offended the local Muslim communities by entering mosques without following the correct protocol &ndash; this law still stands today.&nbsp; After re-boarding your vehicle, drive through the elegant residential district of Anfa, the original site of Casablanca, and a far cry from the hustle and bustle of this large commercial city.&nbsp; Proceed to an upscale restaurant where a traditional Moroccan lunch will be served. After lunch, you will continue to the Jewish Museum, where you will see a wide collection of articles that show the country&#39;s undeniable connection with Judaism. Your next stop is the New Medina, or &#39;Habbous Quarter&#39; for a short stroll through this historic part of the city, lined with souks, shops, and a warren of alleyways. Also, here you will have the opportunity to admire the Royal Palace. After spending time at the Habbous re-board the vehicle to continue the exploration of the city.&nbsp;&nbsp; Notre de Dame de Lourdes is the Catholic church, with an exquisite architecture in the middle of the city, and also a good example how Christianity is also respected in this Muslim country.&nbsp; Finally, you will have your last and final stop at Mohammed V Square for a photo opportunity before returning to the ship.

Venture through the magnificent city of Casablanca. Explore the city&#39;s most fascinating destinations. You will enjoy a stroll in the new Medina (also known as Habbous Quarter). Pay an inside visit to the most emblematic venue of the city: Hassan II Mosque, and the Jewish Museum and enjoy a delicious Moroccan lunch.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;

Casablanca in Depth

Nothing more traditional in Morocco than visiting a Mosque and having a Hamman Experience. The highlight will be an inside visit to the Great Mosque (Hassan II Mosque). We will find that it is a typical example of stunning Arab-Islamic architecture.&nbsp; Hassan II Mosque is the biggest Mosque in the country and the second largest in the Arab world.&nbsp; After our visit, enjoy a true Moroccan tradition in the relaxing Hassan II Mosque Hammam, and experience the unique and invigorating feeling of switching between warm, hot, and very hot baths.&nbsp; The Hassan II Mosque Hammam is a historic space that has recently been renovated to its original look, giving it the true essence of the Moroccan baths.&nbsp; Move freely between the relaxing baths, unwind at your own pace, and have a true local cultural experience in the traditional surroundings of a Hammam.&nbsp; After this relaxing time, we will enjoy a beverage in a stunning location at Casablanca&rsquo;s Corniche.&nbsp;

Restore your mind and body with a trip to a traditional Moroccan hammam. This age-old healing ritual will leave you feeling rejuvenated and recharged after your travels. From public to private, the health benefits will astound you.&nbsp;

Hammam Experience at Hassan II Mosque

Today you will have the opportunity to discover Casablanca with a guide and an architect: Mr Hakim is a Moroccan/American architect living between Casablanca and New York city. He began his artistic journey by traveling around the world, then decided to settle in NYC, where he earned a bachelor&rsquo;s degree in architecture and a master in urban design from the New York institute of Technology.&nbsp; His exposure to the rich Moorish/Islamic architecture while growing up in Morocco and the extensive knowledge he amassed in building design, structural design while living in NYC, makes him a rare blend of the yin and yang of both cultures who along with your local guide will give extra information about the iconic buildings of Casablanca from the perspective of an architect.&nbsp; First, you will visit Hassan II Mosque, which can hold up to 25,000 people and the foundations are built partly on land and partly over the water. Some of the ceilings are over 200 feet (70 meters) tall, and a part of this amazing and sacred building has a retractable roof. The construction of the Mosque began in 1980 and was completed in 1993.&nbsp; It is the only mosque in Morocco where non-Muslims are allowed to enter inside. This law dates to a French governor of Christian origin who passed the law to ensure that none of his countrymen inadvertently offended the local Muslim communities by entering mosques without following the correct protocol - this law still stands today.&nbsp; After re-boarding your vehicle, drive through the elegant residential district of Anfa, the original site of Casablanca, and a far cry from the hustle and bustle of this large commercial city.&nbsp; Our next stop is the New Medina, or &#39;Habbous Quarter&#39; for a short stroll through this historic part of the city, lined with souks, shops, and a warren of alleyways. Also, here you will have the opportunity to admire the Royal Palace.&nbsp; You will then go to the famous Ricks Caf&eacute;, the mythical saloon from the 1942 film &ldquo;Casablanca&rdquo;. Set in an old courtyard-style mansion built against the walls of the Old Medina, the restaurant&ndash;piano bar is filled with architectural and decorative details reminiscent of the film. Savor the elegant atmosphere while enjoying a delicious lunch.&nbsp; We will make a stop at the beautiful Sacre Coeur Church to admire the beauty of this emblematic building. We will also discover some unique facts about United Nations Square and Mohamed V Square.&nbsp; After this enriching experience, we return to the port to rejoin the vessel.

Explore Casablanca with a knowledgeable guide and an architect, Mr. Hakim, who offers unique insights into the city&#39;s architecture. Begin your journey at the iconic Hassan II Mosque, known for its remarkable design and unique features, including a retractable roof. Next, drive through Anfa residential district before visiting the historic New Medina (Habbous Quarter) and admiring the Royal Palace. Enjoy a delightful lunch at the famous Ricks Caf&eacute;, reminiscent of the film 'Casablanca.'. You will also stop at the Sacre Coeur Church, United Nations Square, and Mohamed V Square, offering a comprehensive experience of Casablanca&#39;s landmarks and culture. Finally, return to the port to rejoin your vessel.&nbsp;

Iconic Casablanca with Architect

Your full day exploration starts with a panoramic drive to Marrakech, with a rest stop along the way. Marrakech, founded almost a thousand years ago, nestles at the foot of Morocco&#39;s mighty Atlas Mountains. Once in Marrakech, you will pass the Koutoubia Minaret - a 12th-century Moorish monument. Visit the Bahia Palace to see the rooms that once housed the Sultan&#39;s harem. The Bahia palace is a small piece of folly ordered in 1880 by the great vizir Sidi Moussa. The beauty of the Bahia palace makes it a remarkable example of the Eastern architecture from the 19th century. It took 15 years to complete. The Bahia Palace is a masterpiece of domestic architecture which gives a good idea of how the privileged lived during the 19th century in the Imperial city. The use of marble, stucco and mosaics predominates in the apartments, opening on to courtyards filled with fountains and plant life. Next, you&nbsp;will visit the Medersa Ben Youssef; one of the jewels of Marrakech - &ldquo;The holy site of Medersa Ben Youssef&rdquo;. The current structure of this Koranic school was built around 1570. It is the biggest medersa (school) in the whole of the Maghreb (west). Opposite the entrance to the Ben Youssef Mosque, the Qoubba Almoravides was the cleansing area (Christian washing ritual) for believers going to the mosque.&nbsp; Lunch will be served in an upscale restaurant in Marrakech. After lunch, you will find yourselves in the labyrinth of Souks. Souk Smarine is an important thoroughfare, traditionally dominated by the sale of textiles and clothing and all Moroccan handicrafts. This is a maze of colorful alleys and small squares which are home to a bewildering array of stalls and ateliers devoted to specific crafts. You will end up at the Djem&acirc;a el Fna square, a multitude of street-artists and stalls of dried fruit or orange juice freshly pressed before you. The multitude of small restaurants that take over its center from the early evening, contribute to the scent of its surroundings. No one really knows how it came into being, but over the years it has become the beating heart of Marrakech, where fire-eaters, mime artists, snake-charmers and street musicians perform at every turn. If time permits, you will have free time to explore and stroll on your own at the Marrakech souk (market) before the return journey to Casablanca. t

Embark on a full-day exploration of Marrakech, starting with a scenic drive from your location and a rest stop along the way. Marrakech, an ancient city nestled at the foot of the Atlas Mountains, awaits your visit. During your time in Marrakech, you&#39;ll pass by the historic Koutoubia Minaret, an impressive 12th-century Moorish monument. Your adventure continues with a visit to the Bahia Palace, a 19th-century architectural gem that once housed the Sultan&#39;s harem. This masterpiece showcases opulent details like marble, stucco, and mosaics, all set in courtyards adorned with fountains and lush greenery. Next, explore the Medersa Ben Youssef, a significant Koranic school built around 1570, and admire its historical significance. Lunch will be served in a local restaurant. Afterward, get lost in the maze of colorful alleys and small squares in the Souks, known for various Moroccan handicrafts and textiles. Your journey culminates at Djem&acirc;a el Fna square, where street artists, performers, and vendors create a vibrant atmosphere., where fire-eaters, mime artists, snake-charmers and street musicians perform at every turn.&nbsp; If time allows, you&#39;ll have the opportunity to explore the Marrakech souk (market) at your own pace before returning to Casablanca. t

Marrakech - The Enchanting Pink City

Today, you will embark on a cultural journey to the Abderrahman Slaoui Museum, a testament to the passion of a businessman deeply devoted to the arts. Housed within a charming 1940s art deco building, the museum is a treasure trove of Moroccan jewelry, decor, vintage posters by renowned artists, miniatures, and a fascinating array of 19th-century Bohemian crystal boxes, illuminations, and worldwide collectibles. A visit to Slaoui&#39;s Museum is akin to retracing the steps of a world traveler. Abderrahman Slaoui, an avid traveler, humanist, and aesthete, spent over half a century as a 'treasure hunter,' amassing his remarkable collection of artistic and ethnographic pieces. The museum emerged from his acclaimed exhibitions of 'Moroccan Treasures' and opened shortly before his passing. Following this enriching museum visit, you&#39;ll partake in an exclusive private Arabic Calligraphy workshop, a captivating art form renowned for its virtuosity and harmony. Using the calamus, participants craft objects of beauty, delving into the cultural richness of the Arab-Muslim world. As a memento, each participant will receive a special gift. As you continue our exploration, you&#39;ll catch a glimpse of the impressive Sacr&eacute; Coeur Cathedral&#39;s architecture on our way to the Habbous Quarter, where you&#39;ll visit the Music Museum at Dar Al Ala. This charming museum traces the historical journey of Andalusian music and its integration into Moroccan heritage, showcasing captivating pictures, ancient instruments, and manuscripts under the guidance of our knowledgeable host. You will then admire the great architecture of Sacr&eacute; Coeur Cathedral&#39;s exterior on your way to Habbous Quarter to visit the Music Museum.&nbsp; This small museum traces the history of Andalusian music and how it became a part of Moroccan heritage. Discover interesting pictures, ancient instruments and manuscripts as you wander around the museum with your guide.&nbsp; After&nbsp;learning about the art of Casablanca, drive back to the ship.

Embark on a cultural odyssey in Casablanca. Explore the Abderrahman Slaoui Museum, filled with treasures from around the world, and delve into Arabic Calligraphy in an exclusive class. Admire the Sacr&eacute; Coeur Cathedral&#39;s architecture and discover Andalusian music&#39;s Moroccan roots at the Music Museum. This artistic journey will, leave you with a deeper connection to Casablanca&#39;s rich heritage. &nbsp;

Moroccan Art & Private Calligraphy Workshop

Morocco has an active, up-and-coming wine industry - a best-kept secret that is now making itself known around the world. Today&#39;s experience is ideal for those with an interest in wine and could very well expand your viticulture vocabulary.&nbsp; A 75-minute panoramic drive takes you through Casablanca and north to the clean, green and unpolluted Ben Slimane Province. This 11,000-acre viticulture area produces what many sommeliers consider the best wine of Morocco. It is home to the largest and oldest winery in Morocco, Domain Thalvin, which recently won three Silver Medals at the Paris Wine Competition.&nbsp; Visit the vineyard, the cellars and a small portion of the production area before settling in for a comprehensive tasting of several of Domain Thalvin&#39;s best offerings, including the iconic Syrollo. Between tastings, clear your palate with small Moroccan delicacies. A lively discussion explains viticulture of the region and the methodology at Domain Thalvin. The Atlas Mountains protects the valley from desert sands and the Atlantic Ocean offers some humidity. Hot days and cool nights help to create an excellent climate for the vines. Working with excellent fruit, the winery uses several methods to process their varietals, including ageing in concrete, stainless steel and French oak tanks and barrels. Their wines are very &#39;eco-friendly&#39;, as they don&#39;t use any herbicides or fungicides.&nbsp; Wiser in the ways of wine, re-board the motorcoach for journey back to the ship.

Discover Morocco&#39;s thriving wine scene, a best-kept secret now emerging on the world stage. A scenic drive takes you to Ben Slimane Province, an 11,000-acre viticulture paradise and home to Domain Thalvin, Morocco&#39;s oldest winery, celebrated with three Silver Medals at the Paris Wine Competition. Explore the vineyard and cellars, then savor a comprehensive wine tasting featuring Domain Thalvin&#39;s best, including the iconic Syrollo, accompanied by Moroccan delicacies. Learn about the region&#39;s viticulture and the winemaking methods at this eco-friendly winery.

Moroccan Wine Tasting

Casablanca and Rabat feature on this full-day sightseeing tour that celebrates these two cities&#39; historic splendor and special landmarks.&nbsp; In Casablanca, let&rsquo;s pay a visit to the beautiful Hassan II Mosque, completed in 1993, it is one of the largest and most beautiful in the world and is a typical example of stunning Arab-Islamic architecture. The Mosque is the second-largest mosque in the Islamic world. This magnificent building is both overwhelming in its grandeur and exquisite in its detail.&nbsp; A walk through the New Medina (the Habous Quarter) reveals a slice of Moroccan life. The way is lined with souks, shops, and a warren of alleyways.&nbsp; A photo stop at Mohammed V Square gives shutterbugs a chance to capture many fine examples of Muslim architecture, as well as a monumental fountain, a public garden and a statue of Marshal Lyautey.&nbsp; Next, drive to Rabat. Sitting on the Atlantic coastal plain, Rabat is the capital city of Morocco. It is a modern city with wide boulevards, gardens and white buildings - a far cry from the hectic warrens of the other Imperial cities of Marrakech and Fes, but no less steeped in history with its origins going back to the 7th century. A panoramic drive reveals that this enchanting city is home to many historic monuments and has some superbly preserved relics of its Moorish past. You will enjoy lunch at a local restaurant in the heart of the Medina.&nbsp;&nbsp; A more modern architectural marvel is the must-see Mausoleum of Mohammed V, completed in 1971. It contains the tombs of the late Moroccan king and his two sons. The Mausoleum can be only admired from the exterior from the same esplanade where Hassan I Tower is located.&nbsp; Kasbah offers a taste of what a traditional medina (Old Town) in Morocco is all about before you return to Casablanca.&nbsp;

This full-day journey is a celebration of Morocco&#39;s past and present, where historic landmarks and architectural marvels combine with vibrant local life, leaving indelible memories of your exploration of Casablanca and Rabat.&nbsp;

Rabat & Casablanca

Step into the enchanting world of Moroccan culture with our unique experience. Enjoy tea, delectable cookies, and the mesmerizing sounds of traditional Moroccan music, all while receiving a beautiful henna tattoo. Your journey begins with a warm welcome, where you&#39;ll be offered dates and milk, a symbol of hospitality. Then, it&#39;s time to immerse yourself in the art of Moroccan tea-making. You will receive your personal tea pot, allowing you to craft your own tea, guided by our experienced instructor. Learn about the intricate Moroccan tea ceremony, its rich history, and the cultural significance of coming together over tea. Savor your carefully prepared tea alongside a delightful selection of sweet and savory treats, enhancing the experience. But the magic doesn&#39;t stop there. A skilled henna artist will adorn participants with temporary henna tattoos. Henna is believed to provide protection from the evil eye and bestow luck, health, and fertility upon those who wear it. For a complete immersion into Moroccan culture, traditional Moroccan outfits will be provided for you to try on. Capture the moment with photos and take home a memory of your time spent embracing Moroccan traditions. It&#39;s an unforgettable experience that allows you to truly connect with the soul of Morocco. t

Discover the Moroccan culture through tea, cookies, music, and henna tattoos. Experience the rich history of tea ceremonies, enjoy delectable treats, and embrace tradition with temporary henna art and traditional attire, while listening to Moroccan music. t

Teatime & Henna Experience

Private Full-Day Car & English-Speaking Guide - Casablanca

Private Half-Day Van & English-Speaking Guide - Casablanca

Enjoy a personalized destination experience allowing you to choose how you spend your time ashore. Go sightseeing or shopping. Maybe linger at a famous landmark or dine at a favorite restaurant. Crystal is pleased to offer you the option to explore independently with the service of a private vehicle with an English-speaking guide. Beginning from your ship, embark on an itinerary of your own design to explore the city&#39;s main attractions, or sights off the beaten path. The local beauty, history, and culture are yours to discover as you travel at your leisure, enjoying the comfort of a private van and the expertise of an English-speaking guide, both at your disposal for eight hours. We recommend this Destination Experience be booked in advance with confirmation provided 72-hours following your request. While private vehicles may be requested on board 48 hours prior to arrival to the port of call, confirmation is based on availability and subject to a 100% cancellation fee. Pricing and reservations are based per vehicle, not per person. Only one person needs to book it. Private vans accommodate a maximum of four guests seated in the back of the vehicle. The guests in the middle seats will not have a window. While this service does not include a tour program, entrance fees, meals, refreshments, gratuities or any other incidental charges, including parking and/or tolls, you can either tell your guide where you would like to go or take the guide&rsquo;s suggestions. The departure date and time, as well as the model and type of private vehicle, will depend on availability. In some destinations, only driver/guides are available. Foreign-language guides may be available upon request but may incur additional fees. Kindly email <a href='mailto:CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com'>CrystalDestinations@crystalcruises.com</a> for availability. Requests for this excursion require a valid booking ID number for all participants. Unfortunately, visitors and outside guests cannot be accommodated. t

For guests wishing to explore independently, Crystal is pleased to offer this private vehicle service and English-speaking guide.&nbsp; t

Private Full-Day Van & English-Speaking Guide - Casablanca

Discover the world’s last colonial empire, turned bustling cosmopolitan city. Lisbon has dozens of Moorish castles, pastel buildings, and white sand beaches to explore. This Atlantic-coast city perfectly encapsulates Mediterranean charm with its wine, food, and architecture.

Welcome to the Tivoli Avenida Liberdade Lisboa where 90 years of tradition, personalized service and a privileged location in the heart of Lisbon, on Avenida da Liberdade, make the hotel one of the most emblematic 5-star hotels in the city and the obvious choice for personalities from all over the world. Situated within walking distance of typical Portuguese neighborhoods, such as Bairro Alto, Príncipe Real or Chiado, and renowned stores, Cartier, Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Prada, Bulgari, among others. Allow our team of Crystal experts to enhance your experience during your visit to this vibrant city.

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Simply Hotel Lisbon

Welcome to Sofitel Barcelona Skipper, a welcoming verdant oasis that exudes elegance at the gateway to the city’s Gothic Quarter. Once you’re through the doors, the bustle of this vibrant city disappears and La Vida Chic takes over. Each room and suite is an ode to French elegance and local luxury. Views feature green gardens, cityscapes or the swimming pool leading down to the beach and the scintillating horizon beyond. Allow our team of Crystal experts to enhance your experience during your visit to this vibrant city.

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WITH ELEGANT LINES AND SWEEPING OCEAN VIEWS, OUR INTIMATE SHIP HOUSES EXPANSIVE SUITES AND GUEST ROOMS, ALONGSIDE A WORLD-CLASS CHOICE OF DINING, WELLNESS AND ENTERTAINMENT.

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Guests will receive twenty percent (20%) off the cruise-only fare. Full payment of the reduced fare will be due at time of booking. Booking is not refundable. Additional terms and conditions apply.

A&K Travel Group Ltd, along with its subsidiary companies listed below (collectively “A&K Travel,” “us,” “our,” or “we”) recognize the importance of protecting your privacy. This global privacy policy (“Privacy Policy”) describes how we collect, process, and share Guest Personal Data (defined below). This Privacy Policy also describes your rights and choices with respect to Guest Personal Data and other important information. You reached this Privacy Policy by clicking on the privacy policy link when you visited the Crystal Cruises website, however, this Privacy Policy applies to the activities across all of the A&K Travel companies. Please carefully review this Privacy Policy.

A&K Travel Group Ltd is a company incorporated under the laws of the Bahamas. A&K Travel’s subsidiary companies include but are not limited to the following: AK Group Ltd, A&K Corp. Ltd, Abercrombie & Kent Global Travel, AK Monaco Sarl, Abercrombie & Kent Limited, Abercrombie & Kent USA, LLC, Crystal Cruises Holding Ltd, Crystal Cruises SAM, Crystal Cruises USA, LLC, Crystal Cruises Pty Ltd and Cox & Kings.

A&K Travel acts as both a controller and processor with respect to the collection, use, and other processing of personal identifying information which can be used to identify, directly or indirectly, or locate guests ("

) in connection with the guest relationship, as described in more detail in this Privacy Policy.

We have appointed a data protection compliance manager who is responsible for overseeing questions in relation to this Privacy Policy. If you have any questions about this privacy notice, including any requests to exercise your legal rights, please contact the data protection compliance manager using the details set out below.

Please see below the relevant contact details of the Data Controller for your country or region. If you are uncertain of have a general question regarding data protection, please use the contact details for the United Kingdom.

United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent Ltd.
Company No: 01082430
Name: Data Compliance Officer
Email address: 


Postal address: St George's House, Ambrose Street, Cheltenham, GL50 3LG.

Legal Entity: GRCiLaw ltd
Company No: 11311669
Name: Data Protection Officer as a Service
Email Address: 

Postal address: Unit 3 Clive Court, Bartholomews Walk, Cambridge Business Park, Ely, Cambs. CB7 4EA.
Supervisory body: The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO).
Website URL: 

The contact details for our registered data protection representative in the European Union.

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent Italy and Croatia
Name: EU Data Protection Representative
Email address: 


Postal address: Via Fattori 10, Florence, 50132, Italy.
Supervisory body: Garante Per La Protezione Dei Personali
Website URL: 

United States of America, Canada and South/Central America

The contact details for our registered data protection representative for the USA and the Americas

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent USA LLC
Name: Data Protection Manager
Email address: 


Postal address: 1411 Opus Place Executive Towers West II, Suite 300, Downers Grove, IL 60515.

The contact details for our registered data protection representative Australia and Asia.

Legal entity: Abercrombie & Kent Australia Pty. Ltd.
Name: Data Protection Manager
Email address: 


Postal address: Level 3, 290 Coventry Street, South Melbourne, VIC 3205.

This Policy is written in the English language. We do not guarantee the accuracy of any translated versions of this Policy. To the extent any translated versions of this Policy conflict with the English language version, the English language version of this Policy shall control.


A&K Travel will collect personal data from you when you interact with any of the A&K Travel websites, contact any of its subsidiary companies’ reservations departments, use our services, or purchase our products.


We collect Guest Personal Data about or generated by any device you have used to access the websites of subsidiary companies, or when you use Wi-Fi while traveling with A&K Travel. Such collected data could include contact details (such as email address) and previous purchase history or interests. When you use our websites, we also collect certain information about you automatically through our use of cookies and similar technologies. Please see below for our cookie policy.


We receive Guest Personal Data about you from our third-party affiliates or partners and from marketing companies that provide us with such information as a part of their relationship with us. We receive Guest Personal Data from third party travel agents who transfer Guest Personal Data to us when you purchase products or services from them in connection with services that we provide, and other service providers performing services on our behalf. We may receive Guest Personal Data from ad networks, behavioral advertising vendors, market research, and social media companies or similar companies that provide us with additional Guest Personal Data. We may also receive Guest Personal Data from Facebook and other social media companies who may transfer Guest Personal Data to us when you register for one of our services or interact with that social media company on or in connection with our services or the purchase of our products.

We may combine this with data that we already have collected about you.


A&K Travel feels strongly about protecting the privacy of children. A&K Travel’s websites are not targeted for use by minors under the age of 18 (“minors”). A&K Travel does not knowingly collect personal information from minors in connection with the features of our websites without the consent of a parent or guardian. A&K Travel requests that all minors who may visit its websites not disclose or provide any personal data. Minors may not access those sections of the websites that require registration. Upon notification that a minor has provided us with personally identifiable information, we will delete the minor’s personally identifiable information from our records. If you believe we might have any information from a child, please email us at 

III. CATEGORIES OF GUEST PERSONAL DATA AND PURPOSE FOR PROCESSING

A&K Travel collects and processes the following categories of Guest Personal Data, for the purposes specified below when you make an inquiry or purchase a service or product:

Personal name and initials (e.g. First Name, Last Name)

Communicate, interact and identify you and customize the content, products and services that are offered to you;

Verify your authority to enter and use our Services; and

Personal characteristics (e.g., age, date of birth, gender, marital status, nationality) and personal preferences (product preferences, online preferences, interests)

Conduct our business and improve our websites and services, develop new products and services, provide information and support, to better understand your needs and interests, personalize communications and advertising, and generally promote a quality experience for you.

Process, fulfil and follow up on transactions and requests for products, services, support, and information

Financial information (e.g., credit card number, financial institution information and number)

Process transactions you enter into with us (e.g., purchase of goods and services, refunds, discounts and offers)

Contact information (e.g., address, phone number, email address)

Perform certain automated decision-making, including profiling, which is used for direct marketing

Contact you with information about A&K Travel products and services and affiliated third-parties;

Send you other marketing materials, for example, via email, and to notify you about products and services that we believe would be of interest to you

Government Issued ID (e.g., Social Security Number, Government ID Number, Passport Number)