Embark on a magical Mediterranean escape that combines hotel stays in Barcelona and Florence with a 10-night Celebrity Equinox® cruise and six-night Italian Lakes experience.
Flying to Barcelona, your journey begins with a two-night hotel stay to unravel this enchanting city’s architectural marvels and artistic heritage. Next, embark Celebrity Equinox® and set sail on a 10-night cruise uncovering the highlights of the eastern Mediterranean. Explore stunning Greek islands including Mykonos and Santorini, and spend a night in port in İstanbul, Turkey’s cosmopolitan capital.
Disembarking in Civitavecchia, your journey continues in Florence with a one-night hotel stay. In the Italian Lakes, spend three tranquil nights in Lake Garda, experience a tour of Lake Como, embark on an alpine rail adventure on board the Bernina Red Train, and check in for three nights in Lake Maggiore.
Your Imagine Holiday Includes
10 night full-board cruise on board Celebrity Equinox®
*Book a Veranda or above and receive a complimentary Classic Drinks Package and Wi-Fi upgrade
Overnight in port in İstanbul
Lake Como day tour
Scenic rail journey through the Swiss Alps on board the Bernina Red Train
2 night four-star stay in Barcelona at the AC Hotel Barcelona Forum by Marriott
1 night four-star stay in Florence at the Grand Hotel Adriatico
3 night four-star stay in Lake Garda at the Hotel Savoy Palace
3 night four-star stay in Lake Maggiore at the Zacchera Hotels Collection
All hotel stays include breakfast
Overnight flights
Your Voyage
Your Itinerary
Your holiday begins as you fly from Australia to your destination.
Discover the vibrant allure of bustling Barcelona, a city that seamlessly blends history, art, and Mediterranean charm. Marvel at artistic visionary Antoni Gaudí’s architectural masterpieces such as the Sagrada Familia and Park Güell.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: AC Hotel Barcelona Forum by Marriott
Celebrity Equinox® is a masterpiece of modern luxury cruising. Indulge in delectable cuisine at specialty restaurants, relax in the expansive spa, enjoy world-class entertainment, and discover the ship’s stylish bars and lounges.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Celebrity Equinox®
Experience the enchantment of Mykonos, Greece – a vibrant island transformed by tourism. Explore its whitewashed streets, historic landmarks, and lively nightlife. Let Mykonos captivate your senses and leave you spellbound by its irresistible allure.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Celebrity Equinox®
Kuşadası, Turkey, captivates with its Aegean allure. From the historic Ephesus ruins to pristine beaches and a vibrant bazaar, it offers a delightful fusion of history, culture, and relaxation.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Celebrity Equinox®
İstanbul, where East and West converge. Immerse in rich history, savor exotic cuisine, and feel the heartbeat of diverse cultures. Let this enchanting city awaken your senses and expand your horizons.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Celebrity Equinox®
Santorini, where dreams meet reality. Immerse yourself in the enchanting beauty of whitewashed villages, breath taking sunsets, and the Aegean Sea’s azure embrace, and let this island transport you to a realm of pure bliss.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Celebrity Equinox®
Embark on a voyage to Katakolon, Greece’s coastal gem. Immerse yourself in its rich history, stroll along picturesque streets, and indulge in delectable cuisine. Let Katakolon awaken your passion for exploration and cultural immersion.
Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner
Overnight: Celebrity Equinox®
Disembark in Civitavecchia before transferring to Florence, where you will enjoy a night’s hotel stay in the birthplace of the Rennaisance.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Grand Hotel Adriatico
Lake Garda, the largest lake in Italy, captivates with its natural beauty, history and culture. Surrounded by majestic mountains, the lake’s shimmering blue waters create a breathtaking backdrop.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Hotel Savoy Palace
In Lake Como, embark on a walking tour of the town to discover the ancient buildings, courtyard and medieval walls of a region whose name has become a byword for glamour. In the afternoon, check into your Lake Maggiore hotel.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Zacchera Hotels Collection
Today you’ll experience a journey on the Bernina Train through the Swiss Alps between St Mortiz in Switzerland and Tirano in Italy. This masterpiece of engineering cuts through dramatic landscapes, majestic glaciers, and charming alpine villages.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Zacchera Hotels Collection
Lake Maggiore sits in the foothills of the Italian and Swiss Alps. Explore the Borromean Islands with their magnificent palaces and enchanting gardens, or take a leisurely boat ride to discover charming lakeside villages.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Overnight: Zacchera Hotels Collection
Your holiday complete, today you’ll head to the airport for your flight home.
Meals Included: Breakfast
Your Tour Highlights
Celebrity Equinox®
Launched in 2009, this Solstice-class ship has countless luxurious and sophisticated traits that have cemented it as a mainstay of Celebrity cruise liners. It embraces modernity, ranging from craft beers and cocktails to the finest gourmet food, as you sail effortlessly around the Caribbean Sea.
Having undergone refurbishment in 2019, the ship is highly modern, now boasting a Retreat Lounge and a redesigned Oceanview Café buffet. It is complete with all kinds of amenities such as spas, gyms, and shops, as well as a vibrant nightlife for those eager to make even more of their high-end cruise.
While the ship does cater to young children and families in some areas, it is more suitable for adults – solo travellers, groups of friends, and couples in particular, whether they partake in stargazing, partying, or all manner of activities in-between.
- Tonnage 122,000 tons
- Length 1,040 ft (317.00 m)
Life on board Celebrity Equinox®
Celebrity Equinox® is the quintessential party cruise liner, whether you’re travelling alone, with a spouse or partner, or with friends. You won’t be short of places to eat, drink, and be merry on board Celebrity Equinox®.
dining
Celebrity Equinox® caters to almost any and every gastronomic craving and inclination, ranging from classy French or Italian dishes, right the way through to the freshest and tastiest sushi.
- Le Petit Chef®
- Murano
- Tuscan Grille
- Sushi on Five
- Luminae
- Main Restaurant
- Oceanview Café
- Mast Grill
- The Spa Café
- Rendezvous Lounge
- Martini Bar and Crush
- World Class Bar
Facilities
Whether it’s spa wellness, hedonistic partying, or a healthy balance between the two that you are seeking, Celebrity Equinox® almost certainly has you covered.
- Sea thermal suite
- The Persian Garden
- The Fitness Centre
- The Barber
- Kerastase Salon
- VIP Lounge
- Sky Observation Lounge
- Solarium
- Kids club (with autism friendly interactive initiatives for families)
- Outdoor pool
entertainment
Whether you are in the mood at any given time for modern art or a silent disco, Celebrity Equinox® is the place to be for smooth and luxurious sailing around the Caribbean.
- Silent disco
- A collection of engaging modern art
- Live shows
- Deal or No Deal
- Live music
- Events and parties
Cabins & Suites
Embark Celebrity Equinox® for highly distinctive and genuinely unrivalled luxury in your choice of stateroom. Tailored accommodation packages are available for all kinds of guests looking to experience high-end cruising the Celebrity Equinox® way, ranging from the spa inspired AquaClass® to the Concierge Class.
inside Prices from $10,499pp
The Inside staterooms on board Celebrity Equinox® offer ample living space, with the comfortable addition of a flat-screen TV, sitting area, and unparalleled amenities.
- Interactive TV
- King-sized bed
- Celebrity’s eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
- Four pillows in every stateroom
- Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
- Premium Custom blended bathroom products
- Complimentary beach towels
- Complimentary dining in a variety of restaurants
- Twice daily housekeeping service
- Individual safe
- Fresh ice upon request
Ocean View Prices from $11,499pp
Slightly larger than the Inside Rooms, with the bonus of the panoramic window and the ocean view that provides this stateroom with its name, it is fair to say that this supremely well-appointed accommodation will more than satisfy your needs and desires on your next luxury cruise.
- Interactive TV
- King-sized bed
- Celebrity’s eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
- Four pillows in every stateroom
- Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
- Premium Custom blended bathroom products
- Complimentary beach towels
- Complimentary dining in a variety of restaurants
- Twice daily housekeeping service
- Individual safe
- Fresh ice upon request
Veranda Prices from $12,499pp
Wonderfully spacious and no less than utterly comfortable, the variety of Veranda staterooms offer an added touch of luxury to your stay on board. For families, the spacious Family Veranda easily houses up to five people with separate living and sleeping spaces.
- Interactive TV
- King-sized bed
- Celebrity’s eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
- Four pillows in every stateroom
- Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
- Premium Custom blended bathroom products
- Complimentary beach towels
- Complimentary dining in a variety of restaurants
- Twice daily housekeeping service
- Individual safe
- Fresh ice upon request
- Floor-to-ceiling windows and glass doors
- Private veranda opens up to outdoor seating
Concierge Class Prices from $13,499pp
As a guest of a Concierge Class stateroom on board Celebrity Equinox®, you will be able to enjoy a larger space than a standard room would afford you, as well as deluxe add-ons and the exceptional service of a concierge, ready to cater to your every beck and call.
- Interactive TV
- King-sized bed
- Celebrity’s eXhale® bedding featuring the Cashmere Mattress
- Four pillows in every stateroom
- Plush 100% cotton bathrobes and towels
- Premium Custom blended bathroom products
- Complimentary beach towels
- Complimentary dining in a variety of restaurants
- Twice daily housekeeping service
- Individual safe
- Sparkling wine upon request
- Daily delectable delights
- Pillow selection upon request
- Personalised concierge service
- Sitting area with sofa
- Veranda with lounge seating
- Floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors
- Main and specialty restaurant seating time preferences
Your Hotel Stays
Barcelona
AC Hotel Barcelona Forum (Or Similar)
Located in Barcelona’s bustling Diagonal Mar area, this contemporary hotel offers sleek, minimalist design and stunning views of the Mediterranean Sea. Its luxurious rooms feature the latest integrated technologies and views of the city. Indulge in Mediterranean cuisine at the hotel’s restaurant or sip cocktails at the stylish rooftop bar, soaking in panoramic vistas. Its prime location provides easy access to Barcelona’s iconic attractions like Platja de la Mar Bella, one of the city’s most popular beaches, and La Sagrada Familia.
Florence
Grand Hotel Adriatico (Or Similar)
Ideally located in the historic heart of Florence, Grand Hotel Adriatico presents accommodations that blend classic Tuscan elegance with modern convenience. Discover the finest local tips at the 24-hour concierge desk and explore nearby local attractions like Ponte Vecchio, Piazza Duomo, and Santa Maria Novella Church. Take your seat in the dining room to enjoy a buffet breakfast including fresh pastries, Italian cold cuts and eggs, or dine on traditional Florentine cuisine at Opera Restaurant.
Lake Garda
Hotel Savoy Palace (Or Similar)
Hotel Savoy Palace graces the shores of Lake Garda, Italy, with timeless elegance. Overlooking the azure waters, it offers lavish accommodations, impeccable service, and panoramic views. The hotel’s gardens, pools, and spa create an oasis of relaxation, while gourmet dining showcases Italian flavours. Situated near charming towns like Garda and Riva del Garda, guests can explore historic streets, local markets, and lakeside promenades. The surrounding hills and vineyards provide opportunities for scenic hikes and wine tastings. Hotel Savoy Palace stands as a gateway to Lake Garda’s natural beauty and cultural richness, offering an unforgettable Italian escape.
Lake Maggiore
Zacchera Hotels Collection (Or Similar)
The Zacchera Hotels, Grand Hotel Dino, Hotel Simplon, Hotel Splendid and Grand Hotel Bristol in Stresa, all boast privileged positions on the shores of Lake Maggiore and the breathtaking Gulf of Borromeo. Each with its own team of highly professional staff, elegance, sumptuous comfort and high-quality facilities, every stay here is an unforgettable pleasure for all guests. Marvel at the astonishing views as you dine alfresco in one of the exceptional restaurants, indulge in a treatment or two in the opulent wellness centre or wander the lush gardens, bursting with colour.
