A&K x Crystal Cruises: Cosmopolitan Coasts of the Mediterranean
Expedition Cruises
This voyage’s ports of call read like a who’s who of the Mediterranean. After an enriching pre-cruise stay in Barcelona, board Crystal Symphony to explore headliners like Cannes, Monte Carlo, the Cinque Terre and Tuscany while A&K’s Expedition Team enriches your voyage at every turn. Along the way, A&K’s expert-led shore excursions also uncover the less-travelled gems of the Costa Brava and Corsica.
- Expedition Cruises
- Luxury
- Ultra Luxury
Begin with a stay at The One Barcelona as you explore the city’s vibrant cultural legacy
Our party of 60 A&K guests boards Crystal Symphony’s 10-day cruise from Barcelona to Rome to experience the exceptional dining, entertainment, service and suites that have earned Crystal the title of “World’s Best Cruise”
Your menu of included A&K shore excursions and onboard enrichment from the Expedition Team spans a host of interests such as history, architecture, art, food, wine and active pursuits
Sample the best of Catalonia, the Costa Brava, Tuscany and Corsica with exclusive food and wine experiences in every port of call
Explore Europe’s Art Nouveau, Surrealist and Renaissance legacies as you take in the works of Gaudí, Picasso, Leonardo and Michelangelo
Walk the red carpet with VIP experiences in Cannes and Monte Carlo, two headliners of the French Riviera
Choose your own Ligurian and Tuscan adventures with opportunities to visit the Cinque Terre, Carrara, Pisa, Lucca, or hunt for truffles on a local farm
Go off the beaten path in Palamos and Corsica, two destinations that tourists often miss
A pre-cruise hotel stay, complete with excursions
Engaging onboard lectures and workshops from our acclaimed Expedition Team
Your choice of expertly guided A&K shore excursions
Nine world-class dining options, including the only Nobu restaurant at sea
Unlimited house drinks, including champagne, onboard
24/7 A&K on-call support
English-speaking staff, including a doctor
Complimentary Wi-Fi and use of an in-suite tablet
Ortigia bath amenities and Etro robes
Laundry and shoeshine services
Private balcony and butler service
Crystal’s celebrated lineup of nightly onboard entertainment
Airport meet and greet with transfers
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.

Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.

Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.

Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.

Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.

Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.
Begin with a stay at The One Barcelona as you explore the city’s vibrant cultural legacy
Our party of 60 A&K guests boards Crystal Symphony’s 10-day cruise from Barcelona to Rome to experience the exceptional dining, entertainment, service and suites that have earned Crystal the title of “World’s Best Cruise”
Your menu of included A&K shore excursions and onboard enrichment from the Expedition Team spans a host of interests such as history, architecture, art, food, wine and active pursuits
Sample the best of Catalonia, the Costa Brava, Tuscany and Corsica with exclusive food and wine experiences in every port of call
Explore Europe’s Art Nouveau, Surrealist and Renaissance legacies as you take in the works of Gaudí, Picasso, Leonardo and Michelangelo
Walk the red carpet with VIP experiences in Cannes and Monte Carlo, two headliners of the French Riviera
Choose your own Ligurian and Tuscan adventures with opportunities to visit the Cinque Terre, Carrara, Pisa, Lucca, or hunt for truffles on a local farm
Go off the beaten path in Palamos and Corsica, two destinations that tourists often miss
A pre-cruise hotel stay, complete with excursions
Engaging onboard lectures and workshops from our acclaimed Expedition Team
Your choice of expertly guided A&K shore excursions
Nine world-class dining options, including the only Nobu restaurant at sea
Unlimited house drinks, including champagne, onboard
24/7 A&K on-call support
English-speaking staff, including a doctor
Complimentary Wi-Fi and use of an in-suite tablet
Ortigia bath amenities and Etro robes
Laundry and shoeshine services
Private balcony and butler service
Crystal’s celebrated lineup of nightly onboard entertainment
Airport meet and greet with transfers
Abercrombie & Kent, Well-Travelled Since 1962
We have been spinning dreams into remarkable adventures for discerning travellers for more than 60 years, ever since our founder pioneered the first modern luxury safari in Africa. Today we are the world’s leading travel company, taking guests to the earth’s wildest frontiers on all seven continents.
Travel Your Way
For six decades we have been refining the art of bespoke travel, showing every guest the world in a fresh light. We understand that every traveller is unique – tell our experts what you love doing and where you want to go, and we will create the trip of your dreams or match you to your ideal journey.
With You All The Way
Behind every A&K journey is an international support system of more than 2,500 staff, in 60 offices, in 35 countries, on all seven continents. Our on-the-ground “guardian angels” provide 24/7 support, and are there to hold your hand whenever you need it, so you can travel with confidence.
Travel Thoughtfully
We are all the guardians of our amazing planet, and we believe travel should be considered, mindful, responsible. A force for good. Every trip you book with us supports the initiatives of A&K Philanthropy, positively impacting communities and conservation efforts in the places where we travel.
The A&K Family
For all the world’s infinite wonders, it is our people that guests remember most. Our family of experts, from polar explorers to well-connected local guides, bring together their spark, knowledge, and care to make every A&K journey remarkable.
We understand better than anyone what it means to travel well. Since that inaugural safari on the wide-open plains of Kenya in 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has perfected the art of crafting superlative adventures. Our global network of experts pour heart, soul and astounding knowledge into every trip, dedicated to creating the journey of a lifetime, every time.
Our portfolio of journeys now spans all seven continents. However you want to travel, we can arrange it. Sail on an expedition ship to Antarctica, take the slow train through Peru, explore Africa’s greatest national parks on the ultimate private-jet-set safari. Join a group on a journey led by expert guides, or embark on the bespoke adventure of your dreams. Wherever you want to travel, A&K can take you there.

Small Group Journeys
Our guided journeys redefine the concept of the group tour, bringing together a select collective of like-minded souls seeking shared adventures – led by best-in-the-business experts who bring every destination to life.

Private Travel
Every private journey we create is unique. Tell us where you want to travel and we will craft your dream adventure; or be inspired by our collection of expertly designed Tailormade Journeys, customizable to suit you.

Cruises
Travelling by boat brings a fresh perspective on the world. Our voyages transport you to sensational and otherwise-inaccessible regions, whether that’s an intrepid polar expedition or a timeless river cruise along the Nile.

Private Jet
Flying privately opens up the farthest-flung corners of the world. Charter your own or join one of our private-jet group journeys by private jet – the most ambitious and awe-inspiring itineraries in modern adventure travel.

Safari
Abercrombie & Kent pioneered the first modern luxury safari in the 1960s, and today we continue to set the gold standard for wildlife adventures, with our own safari lodges in six countries in Africa.

