A breezy voyage across the Aegean Sea will bring you closer to the Mediterranean spirit. From Mykonos to the island of Crete and on to beautiful Santorini, each port of call reveals bold, bright flavors inspired by the land and sea. Sit by the water to share platters of perfectly charred octopus drizzled with olive oil, slabs of halloumi cheese and tender lamb gyros. In the ancient city of Olympia, your Greek culinary adventure is enriched with a cooking demonstration and a lesson on how to prepare tangy tzatziki.

Locals will tell you that you can taste the essence of Italy in every meal — each one crafted from recipes cultivated and refined over generations. Get to know the distinctive regions, like an immersion into Northern Italy where you’ll learn the art of tasting balsamic vinegar in Modena and savor salty prosciutto and aged cheese in Parma. Pair those experiences with VIP access to major city sites, and each day becomes a new adventure.

Tasting the famous wines of Bordeaux is just one of the many moments you’ll recall about your jaunt through France. Let your guide teach you all the nuances of these robust reds in the grand setting of Château Soutard winery in Saint-Émilion. Dinner at Brasserie Bordelaise is another special event, enveloping you in the warmth of a traditional French brasserie as you slather pâté on crusty bread, slurp oysters from the northern coast, and dine on local favorites such as duck breast and rich cassoulet.

Sip sweet sherry in Jerez. Make your own fruit-infused sangria in Barcelona followed by a paella dinner. Taste your way through all of Spain’s culinary delights, and in between the curated events, there is plenty of free time to uncover your own hidden gems. Take a stroll through the streets of Madrid and pop into restaurants for shareable tapas, or sit down for a hearty meal of cocido madrileño, the city’s iconic chickpea and meat stew. In Seville, an Andalusian dinner paired with flamenco is the perfect introduction to the culture of southern Spain.