Itinerary
- Day 1
Rome
You'll board your cruise ship and settle into your stateroom before heading out to explore Rome. The Colosseum and Roman Forum give you a sense of the city's ancient scale, and then you can make your way to Vatican City and St. Peter's Basilica. There's over 2,500 years of history layered throughout Rome, so you'll want to pace yourself and hit the highlights that interest you most.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Enrichment lectures
- Destination Performances
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum Roman Forum Pantheon Vatican St. Peter's Basilica - Day 2
Salerno
Salerno serves as your gateway to the Amalfi Coast, and you'll find the city itself worth exploring. Walking through the winding streets reveals the character of this Norman-era city, which survived World War II and kept its historical layers intact. The newly renovated shoreside boulevard is a good spot to grab lunch and take in the Mediterranean views along with that ancient atmosphere.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Enrichment lectures
- Destination Performances
Landmarks/POIs Amalfi Coast - Day 3
Palermo
Palermo pulls you in with its food scene and cultural energy. The open markets are packed with vendors selling fresh produce and local specialties like arancini and sfincione, so plan to spend time sampling things as you walk through. After the markets, head to the Royal Palace of Palermo, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and one of Europe's oldest private residences that really shows off the city's layered history.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Enrichment lectures
- Destination Performances
Landmarks/POIs Royal Palace of Palermo - Day 4
Tunis
Tunis blends North African tradition with French influences in ways you'll notice walking through different neighborhoods. The tree-lined Avenue Habib Bourguiba is good for strolling, and from there you can wander into the ancient souks where the pace and energy shift completely. If you have time, Carthage is nearby as a UNESCO site and offers insight into the ancient Carthaginian Republic that once rivaled Rome.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Enrichment lectures
- Destination Performances
- Visits to UNESCO Sites
Landmarks/POIs Carthage Avenue Habib Bourguiba - Day 5
Cagliari
Cagliari in Sardinia has a different feel from the mainland, with its agricultural heritage and vineyards showing what the island produces. The Castello District holds a Roman amphitheater and the Cathedral of St. Mary built into the rock underground, both worth checking out. The whitewashed buildings throughout the city have that distinctive look that inspired D.H. Lawrence to call it the 'white Jerusalem.'
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Enrichment lectures
- Destination Performances
Landmarks/POIs Castello District Cathedral of St. Mary - Day 6
At Sea
Today you stay on the ship and sail through Mediterranean waters. The Sun Deck gives you views of blue water in every direction, and you can spend the day relaxing by the Infinity Pool or taking walks along the Promenade Deck. It's a good day to rest up between ports and enjoy the ship's amenities without rushing off anywhere.
Included Activities
- Access to Infinity Pool
- Enrichment lectures
- Destination Performances
- Day 7
Valencia
Valencia has 2,000 years of history wrapped into its layout, and you'll see it in the Old Town with its ancient buildings and open plazas. The Gothic Silk Exchange is a UNESCO World Heritage Site that shows off the city's medieval importance, and local restaurants offer paella demonstrations and tastings so you can learn about how this centuries-old dish comes together. It's worth spending a few hours just walking and eating your way through different neighborhoods.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Enrichment lectures
- Destination Performances
- Visits to UNESCO Sites
Landmarks/POIs Gothic Silk Exchange - Day 8
Disembark
Your cruise ends and you'll head home after saying goodbye to the people you've met along the way. If you want to keep traveling instead, there are tour extensions available that you can book before you leave. Either way, you're wrapping up a solid Mediterranean journey with stops across multiple countries and cultures.
Optional Activities
- Tour extensions available
