Mediterranean Highlights Cruise

Day 1 - Rome

Arrive: Mon 16 September 2024 / Depart: Mon 16 September 2024 at 19:00

Your gateway to the Eternal City, Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Yet the Eternal City eternally beckons. The ancient capital of the Western World and the center of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast. Visit the ruins of the Forum, view the splendors of the Sistine Chapel, or climb the Spanish Steps, once the heart of Rome's Bohemian Quarter. Rome has been a magnet luring the world's greatest artists, architects, and philosophers since the days of the Caesars.

Day 2 - At Sea

Day 3 - Kefalonia

Arrive: Wed 18 September 2024 / Depart: Wed 18 September 2024

An authentic, rugged and definitely non-touristy Greek island community, Cephalonia’s unspoilt and timeless allure is a wonderful setting for a true love story – including Captain Corelli's Mandolin. The largest of the Ionian islands, Cephalonia is home to just 30,000 residents, living mainly in the coastal towns and resorts. Others live much as they have done for centuries, in remote mountain villages.

Day 4 - Corfu

Arrive: Thu 19 September 2024 / Depart: Thu 19 September 2024

Corfu boasts some of the most stunning scenery in the Greek Isles. Drive along the coastline and through the mountainous interior to see the Achilleon Palace built by the Empress Elizabeth, join in an island celebration and feast, or explore the winding streets of Old Town.

Day 5 - Kotor

Arrive: Fri 20 September 2024 / Depart: Fri 20 September 2024

Nestled deep in an atmospheric and secluded bay, the fortified city of Kotor in Montenegro is steeped in history. Characterized by winding streets and squares its magic and attraction are undeniable. Kotor’s ninth-century walls blend into the mountainside by day, but then bathe in light when night falls. Within these dramatic walls lies a town of mazes of walkways and irresistible charm.

Day 6 - Dubrovnik

Arrive: Sat 21 September 2024 / Depart: Sat 21 September 2024

Ever visited a 14th century pharmacy? Things have changed a little since then, but it's well worth a look during your visit to a Franciscan monastery. Don't froget to stroll along the promenade and medieval city walls.

Day 7 - At Sea

Day 8 - Venice (Trieste)

Arrive: Mon 23 September 2024 / Depart: Mon 23 September 2024

A little slice of eternal Italy that sits between Slovenia and the Adriatic Coast. Trieste is a charming destination which has been furnished decorously by grandeur and royalty through the centuries. The heart of the medieval old city and its neo-classical Austrian quarter offer great expressions of this seaport’s colourful past. The food is divine, the culture vibrant, and ambience quite unique.

Day 9 - Zadar, Croatia

Arrive: Tue 24 September 2024 / Depart: Tue 24 September 2024

Zadar is a historic place, with Roman ruins and medieval churches to explore. Meanwhile, the cosmopolitan cafés and restaurants are great places to relax and enjoy the town’s distinct ambience.

Day 10 - Split

Arrive: Wed 25 September 2024 / Depart: Wed 25 September 2024

A vast third-century compound, The Palace of Diocletianis is Split’s main attraction. Its fortresslike complex houses an arched entrance court, temples, mausoleums, statues and even Egyptian Sphinxes. Gorge on an emperor’s banquet of delicious local fish and cheeses on Dalmatia’s coast – it’s a fitting feast after exploring the white Roman palace.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - Malta

Arrive: Fri 27 September 2024 / Depart: Fri 27 September 2024

For more than 250 years, this was the last stronghold of the Knights of Malta. An optional excursion reveals the Grand Master's Palace, doubtless one of the Mediterranean's finest treasures.

Day 13 - At Sea

Day 14 - Majorca

Arrive: Sun 29 September 2024 / Depart: Sun 29 September 2024

Stretch your legs on a palm-lined seafront promenade where stylish shops boast their wares and bar clientele settle back in their chairs with a hard few hours of people-watching ahead. Blissful!

Day 15 - Barcelona

Arrive: Mon 30 September 2024 / Depart: Mon 30 September 2024

Glimpse Barcelona's remarkable architecture as you tour the city. Or experience Monsterrat, legendary home of the Knights of the Holy Grail. There's also a host of art galleries, museums and elegant shops to explore.

Day 16 - At Sea

Day 17 - At Sea

Day 18 - Heraklion

Arrive: Thu 03 October 2024 / Depart: Thu 03 October 2024

Wander among the fine squares and fountains of Heraklion, Crete’s capital and largest city, or gaze out over the azure blue waters of the Cretan Sea as you enjoy fresh seafood in a promenade taverna. The immense reconstructed Minoan palace at Knossos is a sight to savour. This incredible complex is a giddying warren of rooms decorated with columns and frescoes.

Day 19 - Kusadasi

Arrive: Fri 04 October 2024 / Depart: Fri 04 October 2024

Ku?adas? is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus (or Efes), it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants.

Day 20 - Dardanelles (Transit)

Day 21 - Istanbul

Arrive: Sun 06 October 2024

Begin or end your cruise in the world's only city astride two continents. You will almost certainly want to stay on her shores for a day or two at a hotel, or on a land extension to Capadoccia.

Day 22 - Istanbul

Depart: Mon 07 October 2024

Begin or end your cruise in the world's only city astride two continents. You will almost certainly want to stay on her shores for a day or two at a hotel, or on a land extension to Capadoccia.