Itinerary
- Day 1
Chioggia
You'll settle into your stateroom and then head out to explore Chioggia, a fishing village at the southern end of the Venetian Lagoon that locals call 'Little Venice.' The Corso del Popolo runs through the heart of things with shops, bars, and restaurants lining the street. You can walk around and catch the smell of fresh seafood from the local catches.
Included Activities
- Explore Chioggia
Landmarks/POIs Chioggia Corso del Popolo - Day 2
Venice
This day takes you through Venice and the Venetian Lagoon, where you'll see a thousand years of history tied to Adriatic trade and power. The Grand Canal shows off Byzantine and Islamic-influenced architecture that shaped the city. You'll get to try the vaporetto water buses and gondolas that are really the backbone of how people move around Venice.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
Landmarks/POIs Grand Canal Venetian Lagoon - Day 3
Split
You arrive in Split, one of Croatia's oldest cities built right around the Roman Palace of Emperor Diocletian. The palace's remains are still there and woven into modern Split. You can walk through the Ethnographic Museum at the palace's center, browse shops in the ancient basement, and see Diocletian's mausoleum, which is now a cathedral.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Diocletian's Palace
Landmarks/POIs Diocletian's Palace Ethnographic Museum Cathedral of Saint Dominus - Day 4
Dubrovnik
Dubrovnik sits on the Adriatic with medieval structures from the 12th century still standing in great shape. You'll walk the Stradun lined with authentic stone houses, then head to the 14th-century Franciscan Monastery and Apothecary that has the world's oldest working pharmacy. The monastery also holds Renaissance paintings worth your time.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Dubrovnik Old Town
Landmarks/POIs Dubrovnik Old Town Stradun Franciscan Monastery and Apothecary Medieval Wall of Dubrovnik - Day 5
Kotor
You'll reach Kotor, Montenegro's capital surrounded by mountains with dramatic cliffs rising up around it. The Old Town here is one of the Adriatic's best-preserved medieval areas, tight with narrow lanes and steep walls. There's a Romanesque cathedral with mismatched towers and the Venetian walls built back in 1420 that you can walk along.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Kotor Old Town
Landmarks/POIs Kotor Old Town Saint Tryphon Cathedral Venetian Walls of Kotor Kotor Bay - Day 6
Corfu
Corfu's history shows the marks of many conquerors and rulers over time. You'll check out the UNESCO World Heritage Old Town and Fortress that the Venetian Republic built. Walking through the narrow lanes brings you to one of Europe's largest public squares. There's an archaeological site at Paleopolis and the Vlacherna Monastery worth seeing.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Corfu Old Town and Fortress
Landmarks/POIs Corfu Old Town and Fortress Paleopolis Vlacherna Monastery - Day 7
Katakolon
Katakolon is a charming harbor town with colorful fishing boats, and from here you can reach Olympia in the western Peloponnese. The ruins there date back to the ancient games and athletes who first competed there. The Olympia Archaeological Museum holds statues from the site and other finds that help tell the story.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Olympia and its Archaeological Museum
Landmarks/POIs Olympia Archaeological Site Olympia Archaeological Museum Katakolon - Day 8
Athens
You'll spend time in Athens, the birthplace of democracy, where history sits high on Acropolis Hill. The Parthenon rises from the hilltop and was built over 2,600 years ago where philosophers like Plato and Aristotle worked out ideas about government. Several temples dedicated to Athena and Zeus are scattered across the site.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Acropolis and monuments
Landmarks/POIs Acropolis Parthenon Temple of Athena Temple of Zeus - Day 9
Athens
This day takes you through the Plaka District for a quieter side of Athens. You'll wind through cobblestone lanes in this neighborhood with shops and historic corners tucked throughout. Local spots serve small plates of meze and ouzo, which is a good way to settle in and feel the area's character.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
Landmarks/POIs Plaka District - Day 10
Ephesus
Ephesus gives you one of the best looks at ancient city life that's been preserved. The Library of Celsus stands with its towering facade, and you'll see the amphitheater that once held 25,000 people. Houses still show frescoes on their walls, and there's the site of the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Ephesus
Landmarks/POIs Ephesus Archaeological Site Library of Celsus Temple of Artemis Amphitheater of Ephesus - Day 11
Souda Bay
You arrive at Souda Bay in Crete, positioned between the Akrotiri Peninsula and Cape Drapano. The island has generous beaches, mountains, and rivers flowing down. Local cafes serve tsikoudia brandy and mantinades music fills the air. The fish market brings together plenty of fresh offerings that reflect Cretan food culture.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
Landmarks/POIs Souda Bay Crete - Day 12
At Sea
Today you're sailing through the gateway to the Adriatic, the water between the sole of Italy's boot and the western coasts of Albania and Greece.
- Day 13
Messina
Messina sits in Sicily shaped by Greek, Byzantine, and Roman civilizations. Mountains surround the city with orange and olive groves and vineyards in the landscape. The city carries a strong World War II history along with beautiful natural scenery.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
Landmarks/POIs Messina - Day 14
Naples
Naples has a seaside setting and was the seat of an independent kingdom for 500 years. The Piazza del Plebiscito spreads out with the San Francesco di Paola Church and the Royal Palace anchoring the square. The city drew finest architects and artists who wanted to work here.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Historic Centre of Naples
Landmarks/POIs Piazza del Plebiscito San Francesco di Paola Church Royal Palace of Naples - Day 15
Rome
Rome holds more than 2,500 years of history on its streets. You'll see the Colosseum where 80,000 spectators once gathered, the Forum where citizens walked and talked, and the Pantheon where senators went to seek guidance from the gods. The Vatican and St. Peter's Basilica contain some of history's greatest repositories.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Sites - Historic Centre of Rome and Vatican
Landmarks/POIs Colosseum Roman Forum Pantheon St. Peter's Basilica Vatican - Day 16
Tuscany
Tuscany's the cradle of the Renaissance with food and wine that draw people back. Florence acts like a living museum with Brunelleschi's Duomo dominating the medieval city. Over in Pisa, the Square of Miracles holds the Leaning Tower, Cathedral, and Baptistery among Europe's finest art and architecture.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Sites - Florence Historic Centre and Pisa's Piazza dei Miracoli
Landmarks/POIs Florence Cathedral (Duomo) Leaning Tower of Pisa Pisa Cathedral Baptistery of Pisa - Day 17
Tuscany
The Tuscan landscape rolls out with vineyards, olive groves, and medieval hill towns dotting the hills. You can sample wines like Chianti and Vino Nobile di Montepulciano from the fertile soils. The region pioneered farm-to-table cooking with simple, honest food like creamy cheeses and wood-fired Florentine steaks.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Day 18
Monte Carlo
Monte Carlo in Monaco offers exclusive shopping and a beautiful old port. The Prince's Palace carries a fairy-tale quality from when Princess Grace Kelly lived there. The medieval quarter sits on 'The Rock' with Mediterranean views spreading out below. The harbor holds mega-yachts lined up along the waterfront.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
Landmarks/POIs Prince's Palace of Monaco Monte Carlo - Day 19
Marseille
Marseille sits between the Mediterranean and rocky limestone hills. You'll wander the Vieux Port with its two 17th-century fortresses, historic boats, and quays lined with cafes and shops. The city center has the La Canebiere boulevard, and bouillabaisse made from fresh-caught fish is the signature dish.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
Landmarks/POIs Vieux Port La Canebière - Day 20
Sète
Sete on France's southern coast goes by 'Venice of Languedoc' for good reason. Canals cut through the town with boats in the water and colorful buildings on the banks. The fish market thrums with activity and seafood options. You can walk or bike along the canals that link the Mediterranean to the Thau Lagoon.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
Landmarks/POIs Sète - Day 21
Barcelona
Barcelona comes alive with culture and outdoor spaces to relax in. You'll walk through the medieval Gothic Quarter where Roman wall remnants still stand. The neo-Gothic Barcelona Cathedral rises nearby, and the Jewish district of El Call has the Romanesque Church of Santa Maria del Pi. The Royal Plaza has restaurants around its perimeter.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - Gothic Quarter and monuments
Landmarks/POIs Barcelona Cathedral Gothic Quarter El Call (Jewish Quarter) Church of Santa Maria del Pi Royal Plaza - Day 22
Barcelona
Barcelona's architecture and culture give you plenty to see. Long strolls take you down Las Ramblas, a mile-long leafy pedestrian street, and Passeig de Gracia lined with elegant buildings. Antoni Gaudi's creations pop up around the city with colorful, whimsical designs, and his La Sagrada Familia cathedral towers above the blocks.
Included Activities
- One complimentary shore excursion
- Visit to UNESCO Site - La Sagrada Família and Park Güell
Landmarks/POIs La Sagrada Família Las Ramblas Passeig de Gràcia
