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Sail to the stunning city of Taormina, Sicily.

Tales of the Adriatic Sea & Italy

Venice to Rome - Example 8 Day Cruise aboard Variety Voyager
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Admire the beauty of the Adriatic Sea on this 8-day Venice to Rome cruise. Fall in love with the magic of the islands as you discover the Treasures of the Adriatic and Italian Coasts & Sicily. Venice, a dream come true. The pine-forested island of Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo Town with her walled town, secluded bays and breathtaking views. The walled city of Dubrovnik, Croatia, nicknamed “the Pearl of the Adriatic”. Corfu with her Venetian heritage, with her romantic Italian style. Fabled Taormina in Sicily, clinging to the cliffs over the sea. Each day you will discover a new port of call, a hidden cove with crystal blue waters to cool you, a glimpse of ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you.
 
Woman looking over Italian townExplore ruins in SicilyBeautiful Amalfi CoastA coastal town on the Adriatic SeaSail to the stunning city of Taormina, Sicily.
Highlights
  • Visit the island of Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo
  • Enjoy Dubrovnik, nicknamed 'the Pearl of the Adriatic'
  • Experience the romantic Venetian heritage of Corfu
  • See the fabled cliffs of Taormina in Sicily
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Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Venice, Italy

Embark on your ship in Venice late in the evening – Head out to sea to Korcula island, Croatia

Day 2: Korcula, Croatia

You reach Korcula at noon and disembark after lunch for an optional excursion into the pine forested island of Korcula, the birthplace of Marco Polo with her walled town, secluded bays and breathtaking views. You will also visit the village of Lumbarda for wine tasting. Overnight at sea to Dubrovnik, Croatia

Day 3: Dubrovink, Croatia

You arrive in Dubrovnik early in the morning. Your optional excursions will showcase the "Pearl of the Adriatic", UNESCO Dubrovnik city, with its marble streets, baroque buildings and the endless shimmer of the Adriatic. Early afternoon sail to Corfu, Greece

Day 4: Corfu, Greece

Afternoon arrival in Corfu island. An afternoon optional excursion to explore Corfu’s imperial past, the impressive historic centre declared UNESCO World Heritage site and the byzantine churches, or to take a scenic tour through the lush Corfiot countryside and old high hill villages. Late afternoon sail to Crotone, Italy. Overnight at sea.

Day 5: Crotone, Italy

Morning arrival in the port city of Crotone. Your optional excursion will allow you to explore a city that was once one of the most flourishing cities of Magna Graecia, an area of Southern Italy extensively colonized by Greek settlers. You will visit Crotone's medieval cathedral, the 16th century castle of Charles V, as well as numerous museums and art. Late afternoon sailing to Taormina, Sicily. Overnight at sea.

Day 6: Taormina, Sicily

Morning arrival in beautiful Taormina, clinging to the cliffs over the sea. With endlessly winding medieval streets and secluded gardens hidden by stone walls, Taormina enchants visitors with its history and beauty. Your optional morning and early afternoon excursion, features a stroll along the Corso Umberto through the Old Town, lined with piazza, duomos and palazzi such as the Palazzo Santo Stefano. Later you will take a guided tour of the ancient Greek Theatre, hewn out of a rocky mountain slope during the Hellenistic period, remodeled by the Romans. The amphitheatre offers magnificent views of the sea and is one of Sicily's largest. Late in afternoon sail to Naples. Overnight at sea.

Day 7: Naples, Italy

Morning arrival in Naples – Optional excursions to Pompeii and to Mt Vesuvius. Follow your expert local guide through the ancient ruins of this UNESCO World Heritage-listed city. Enjoy a traditional Italian pizza lunch with your small group and then hike to the top of the notorious volcano, where you’ll find stunning views of the Bay of Naples and the surrounding landscapes. Or take a day trip to the Amalfi Coast.  Evening sailing to Civitavecchia - Rome

Day 8: Rome, Italy

  • 1 Breakfast
Arrival at Civitavecchia Port in Rome. Disembark in the morning after breakfast.

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Upper "Horizons" Deck, double windows, special amenities, sofa, private marble bath facilities. (24 sq.m./260 sq.ft.)

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Children between the ages of 7-10 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 50% discount. Children between the ages of 10-16 sharing a cabin with two paying adults receive a 35% discount.
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  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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