Welcome to Aurora’s Barcelona to Rome: The Rivieras Unmasked 

In our imagination, the very word Riviera conjures an irresistible picture: brilliant blue skies, azure waters and beaches lined with neat rows of striped sun umbrellas. It is a landscape of luxury and effortless sophistication. And to be fair, that image is entirely deserved. 

Yet behind the beaches, beyond the yachts and grand hotels, lies a richer and more fascinating story. Behind the mask of glamour, the Spanish, French and Italian Rivieras reveal centuries of cultural exchange, innovation and reinvention. What we know today as one of Europe's most coveted coastlines was once a collection of humble fishing villages, medieval strongholds and quiet seaside communities. 

On this voyage, we peel back the Riviera's polished façade to discover the people and eras that shaped its identity. From the splendours of the Renaissance and the adventures of the Grand Tour to the elegance of La Belle Époque, the exuberance of the bon vivants and the cultural revolution of the Swinging Sixties, we will follow the evolution of the Mediterranean's most celebrated coastline. Join us as we journey beyond the postcard views and uncover the history, personalities and passions that lie behind The Rivieras Unmasked.

This voyage is a combination of our Barcelona to Nice: A Mediterranean Canvas and Nice to Rome: La Dolce Vita voyages. 

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