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                                    15Mar%u00a010. Portsmouth. Depart%u00a01700.Mar%u00a014. Melilla, Spain. Arrive%u00a00800. Depart%u00a01700. With a chequered past that has seen it come under Phoenician, Punic, Roman and Byzantine rule, Melilla fell under Spanish rule in 1497 and is one of Spain%u2019s last footholds in North African. Perhaps take a walk along the beachfront or visit Melilla la Vieja, a 16th-century Spanish%u00a0fortress.Mar%u00a017. Valletta, Malta. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. Cruise into the Grand Harbour of Valletta, overlooked by forts built by the Knights of St John in the 16th century. The UNESCO-listed streets exude old-world charm at every%u00a0turn.Mar%u00a019. Split, Croatia. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. Set on the Adriatic%u2019s Dalmatian Coast, Split%u2019s UNESCO-listed historical centre is formed around the vast Diocletian%u2019s Palace, named after the Roman emperor who built it towards the end of the third century. The key attractions include the Temple of Jupiter, which became St%u00a0John%u2019s Church, and the Archaeological%u00a0Museum.Mar%u00a020. Opatija , Croatia. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. Opatija, a new port of call for Saga Cruises, is set on the Kvarner Riviera, backed by Mount Ucka. In its heyday, this seaside town was frequented by the rich and famous, including royalty. Many of the grand hotels built during this period still stand. There are well-maintained public gardens and a coastal promenade called the Lungomare.Mar%u00a020-22. Rijeka, Croatia. Arrive%u00a01900 on Mar 20. Depart%u00a00800 Mar 22.Rijeka, Croatia%u2019s third largest city, has a tumultuous past owing to its prized deep-water port. An interesting mix of old and new, its Hapsburg heritage can be seen in the city centre%u2019s Austro-Hungarian style%u00a0buildings.Mar%u00a022. Krk , Croatia. Arrive%u00a01130.Depart%u00a01700. The largest of Croatia%u2019s islands, Krk is connected to the mainland by a bridge. Krk Town, which is encircled by ancient walls, features a maze of stone streets that lead to Kamplin Square, home to medieval Frankopan Castle, the church of St Quirinus and Krk%u00a0Cathedral.Mar%u00a023-24. Dubrovnik, Croatia.Arrive%u00a01300 on Mar 23. Depart%u00a02100 on Mar 24. UNESCO-listed Dubrovnik is set within well-preserved 13th to 17th- century fortifications. Although earthquakes and civil war have shaken this once mighty city-state, it retains an abundance of Gothic, Renaissance and Baroque buildings. Highlights include St Blaise%u2019s Church, the Onophrian Fountains and Sponza Palace.Mar%u00a025. Kotor, Montenegro. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. Kotor sits at head of the Bay of Kotor, a 17-mile long fjord surrounded by mountains. This petite medieval walled town is hemmed in by fortifications and contains four Romanesque churches and Venetian mansions that are listed by UNESCO. Seek out St Tryphon%u2019s cathedral, Drago Palace and the Maritime Museum of%u00a0Montenegro.Mar%u00a026. Corfu, Greece. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. For centuries Corfu has attracted conquerors who made use of the landscape%u2019s strategic topography, and holidaymakers who revel in the plentiful beaches and beautiful bays. Corfu Town, which is guarded by Venetian fortresses, has medieval lanes, a French-style arcade and the neoclassical Palace of St%u00a0Michael and St%u00a0George.Mar%u00a028. Palermo, Sicily. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. Palermo is a melting pot of cultural influences with an array of Arab, Byzantine and Norman architectural sights. Of special note is the 12th-century collection of the Royal Palace, Palatine Chapel, Zisa Palace and Palermo Cathedral, which have been given UNESCO World Heritage%u00a0status.Mar%u00a030. Palma, Majorca. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. The elegant capital of the Balearics is characterised by attractive, palm-fringed squares lined with stylish shops and cafes, while the maze of streets in the old town reveal a distinctly Moorish%u00a0heritage.Apr%u00a01. Gibraltar. Arrive%u00a00800.Depart%u00a01700. Watching over the entrance to the Mediterranean, stands the unmistakable limestone Rock of Gibraltar. At its base lies Gibraltar, which offers an intriguing blend of British and Spanish%u00a0culture.Apr%u00a05. Portsmouth. Arrive%u00a00700.Captain Franko%u2019s Homecoming Cruise%u201cI cannot wait to welcome you on board this scenic cruise, specially designed to showcase my homeland, Croatia%u201d.SHIP: Spirit of DiscoveryINCLUDED EXCURSION IN%u00a0EVERY%u00a0PORTSAILING: March 10, 2026CRUISE CODE: SD179PalermoSICILYKotorMONTENEGRODubrovnik SplitVallettaMALTAOpatija%u00e5CROATIA RijekaKrkCorfuGREECEPalmaMAJORCAfrom Portsmouth via Melillato Portsmouthvia GibraltarPalermoSICILYKotorMONTENEGRODubrovnik SplitVallettaMALTAOpatija%u00e5CROATIA RijekaKrkCorfuGREECEPalmaMAJORCAfrom Portsmouth via Melillato Portsmouthvia Gibraltar6, 264 nautical milesThe coastline at OpatijaSAVE up to 30% off the full fare^26 nights from %u00a39,424Including travel insurance and cancellation cover or a reduction of %u00a387 if not required %u2013 see pages 18-19 for details.All prices from DOUBLE/TWIN Balcony Cabin SINGLE Balcony CabinMar 10, 2026. SD179 Standard Deluxe Suite Standard Superior Deluxe SuiteFull fare %u00a311,088 %u00a319,747 %u00a324,921 - %u00a320,504 Sold Out Sold OutCurrent fare %u00a39,424 %u00a313,822 %u00a316,198 %u00a316,084 %u00a316,403 - - Cruise code: SD179. Fares are per person and the lowest available in the category shown and are subject to availability and change. ^Fares above include applicable percentage discount off the full fare %u2013 see pages 18-19 for details. Please note: Land by launch or tender.
                                
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