Venture from the Roman Empire’s epicenter to the westernmost edge of the European continent during this 15-day cruise rich in ordinary and extraordinary cultural contrasts throughout Italy, Monaco, France, Spain, Gibraltar, and Portugal. Set sail from the thriving port of Civitavecchia near Rome. Walk along Monte Carlo’s uncrowded sidewalks and explore the storied corners and narrow straightaways that wrote Monaco’s racing history. Browse produce and stall displays in Old Town, Nice. Ride a gondola to the sweeping summit views above Toulon in southern France, and drink robust red wines blended with Grenache, Cinsaut and Mourvédre grapes. View Moroccan shores from the heights of Gibraltar. This remarkable journey ends in Lisbon, Portugal, where you can dine on creative salt cod cuisine in family-owned cafes or take a ride on one of many lemon-hued trams.