Jewels of Italy, Greece & Croatia

Meet us in Rome, Italy, for a wonderful European adventure.

Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note:
- You will receive information upon check-in regarding times for touring the following day.
- Hotel information will be confirmed in your travel documents sent 4-6 weeks prior to travel.

Overnight: Hotel Colombo or similar, Rome

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, be met by your local guide and enjoy a guided tour of Rome - the 'Eternal City' (approximately 3 hours).

The tour begins at the Trevi Fountain, which has become an iconic spot thanks to the 1960 movie ‘La Dolce Vita’, directed by Federico Fellini. The tour will take you to the streets of the old town, visiting famous sites such as the Pantheon; the Palazzo Madama, which houses the Senate of the Italian Republic; and Navona Square, which was built on the ruins of the Domitian Circus (entrances not included). Once the tour finishes, you can enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

If you have your sights set on visiting the famous Colosseum, we strongly advise pre-purchasing tickets to avoid excessive queue times. Today, you might also like to visit the incredible Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (charges apply). Don't miss a chance to be awe-inspired by the murals and immortal Works of Michelangelo. Guests who are interested in visiting the Vatican Museums and the magnificent Sistine Chapel are advised to book tickets online well in advance to secure their place.

Please note: Touring of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel cannot be booked while on a tour with the operator.

Optional Activity: Trastevere Food Tour
Approximately 3 hours.
Trastevere Walking Food Tour. Taste traditional Roman street food in the bohemian suburb of Trastevere well known for its "trattorias" and street food like suppli, pizza, ice cream, and wine. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Colosseum & Imperial Forum
Approximately 3 hours.
Includes entrance fees, guided tour and earphones. Please see current pricing in Important Information

Optional Activity: 3-Course Dinner in Trastevere
Trastevere is a funky bohemian Roman area that clings to its centuries-old, working-class roots. It's known for traditional and innovative “trattorias” (a typical local restaurant), craft beer pubs and artisan shops on the opposite bank of the river Tiber. Enjoy dinner with mineral water and a glass of wine. Transfers included. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Please note: Only one of the afternoon optional activities may be chosen as they occur at the same time - The Trastevere Food Tour or Colosseum & Imperial Forum

Overnight: Hotel Colombo or similar, Rome

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you'll depart for Pisa.

Today, explore an architectural gem of Tuscany. Pisa is a city renowned for its iconic landmarks, rich history, and vibrant culture.

Once a thriving Roman port, sitting on the coast until the 15th century, Pisa now lies on the alluvial plain of the Arno River. Its unique Piazza dei Miracoli (The Square of Miracles) is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to Pisa's iconic Leaning Tower. However, beyond the tower, you will discover the many treasures of this city with unique character, rich cultural heritage, and glimpses of an authentic Italian lifestyle. Upon arrival, enjoy the afternoon at leisure in the city centre.

Today, travel approximately 390 kilometres.

Overnight: Hotel Manzoni or similar, Montecatini, Florence area

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will continue your Italian journey to Florence, in the heart of Tuscany.

Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of this incredible city (approximately three hours). The tour will take you through some of the famous sights and attractions of Florence, including the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and Piazza del Duomo. Piazza del Duomo, together with Piazza San Giovanni, represent the heart of the city. The most important religious monuments of Florence are here, linked by their geometric design and characterised by the typical white, green, and pink marble coating. You will see the Baptistery with its octagonal shape and three bronze doors; the Cathedral, built in Florentine Gothic style; and Giotto’s Bell Tower, regarded as one of the most beautiful towers in Gothic architecture (entrances not included). The tour will continue through Piazza Signoria to the Palazzo Vecchio (entrance not included), the town hall of Florence. Admire the impressive statues surrounding the piazza before continuing to the Straw Market, where the tour will end.

Enjoy time at leisure for the rest of the day or, alternatively, join one of the optional tours available.

Optional Activity: Uffizi Gallery
Tour Includes entrance fees, guided tour and earphones. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Gallery of the Academy of Florence
Tour Includes entrance fees, guided tour and earphones. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Montecatini 3-Course Florentine Dinner
Enjoy beefsteak Florentine-style with mineral water and a bottle of red Chianti wine between 4 people. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Please note: Only one of the Uffizi Gallery or Gallery of the Academy of Florence optional activities may be chosen, as they occur at the same time.

Overnight: Hotel Manzoni or similar, Montecatini, Florence area

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, depart for Milan. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided city tour (approximately three hours).

Celebrated as the Italian capital of fashion and design, Milan is a city rich in art, history and culture. The tour begins from Sforza Castle before walking towards the Duomo (entrances not included). On the way, admire elegant buildings along two of Milan’s iconic streets - the Via Dante and Via Dei Mercanti. Piazza del Duomo is the heart of Milan, and the Duomo - where German influences are softened by the finesse of Italian artists - is one of its most significant Gothic style monuments. From the Piazza Duomo, the tour continues through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, Italy’s oldest active shopping mall and a major landmark of Milan, before arriving at the Piazza Della Scala, home to one of the most famous theatres in the world; La Scala (entrance not included).

Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Today is approximately a 300-kilometre day.

Overnight: AS Hotel Limbiate or similar, Milan

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, begin your journey to Venice.

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the Tronchetto Pier in Venice, where you will be able to admire the beautiful buildings and canals of Venice by ferry. Upon arrival, be met by a local guide at the Piazza San Marco to start a guided tour of Venice (approximately 2 hours). The tour starts at the iconic St Mark’s Square, one of the most beautiful squares in the world, and the hub of Venetian life. Around the square, you will see the famous St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and the Bell Tower (entrances not included). The church was built to house the body of St Mark, transported from Alexandria in 828AD. Inside the basilica you can admire glittering Byzantine Mosaics (entrance not included). The tour will continue onwards to Rialto Bridge, one of the most beautiful bridges and an icon of the city.

After the tour, you may enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Optional Activity: Gondola ride in Venice
30 minutes, maximum 4 people per gondola. See important information for pricing.

In the late afternoon, be transferred to Mestre to check in to your hotel, and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Today, travel approximately 270 kilometres.

Overnight: Hotel Novotel Castellana or similar, Mestre, Venice area

Meals included: Breakfast

Departs: 17:00

After breakfast, spend some free time before being transferred to the cruise terminal in Trieste to embark on an exciting 7-night Mediterranean cruise aboard the spectacular Costa Deliziosa.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

Arrive: 14:00 - Depart: 20:00

A reinvigorated old town, Bari is the “Sun of Italy”. The port of Bari, on the Adriatic coast, is primarily a passenger port. During the stop in Bari, visit this historic city and its surroundings, especially Matera, designated by UNESCO as the 2019 European Capital of Culture (optional shore excursion). The old town contains the bones of St Nicholas (aka Santa Claus) in its Basilica di San Nicola, along with a butch castle and plenty of unfussy authentic eateries (charges apply).

Alternatively, you can choose to visit The beautiful UNESCO limestone Trulli house of Alberobello (optional shore excursion).

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 08:00 - Depart: 17:00

Kotor provides an extravagant beauty that will leave you struggling for superlatives. You will be met by commanding cliffs and shape-shifting gulfs when you arrive at the Bay of Kotor, a port with a strategic location and fortified walls. Discover the fascinating landscape, the fortifications built from the early Middle Ages and now included among the UNESCO World Heritage sites, and the old town with Venetian influences and its religious architecture. Perast is also worth a visit with its islands and Byzantine architecture.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 09:00 - Depart: 19:00

The resort island of Corfu is renowned for its rocky mountains, beautiful beaches and utterly romantic atmosphere. Its capital city, also named Corfu, is one of the ancient jewels of Greece. Here you’ll find a Venetian fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage old town boasting winding lanes, bustling bars, towering houses, and heavenly gardens.

Discover ancient remains from eras past, scattered throughout the island.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 08:00 - Depart: 18:00

The city of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located on the southern coast of Croatia, overlooking the Adriatic Sea. This destination boasts a treasure trove of sights, including a 16th-century old town and romantic limestone streets. See Gothic-Renaissance Rector’s Palace or wander along the city’s ancient clifftop walls. Further afield, you’ll find a host of natural wonders including some of the most enchanting caves in the world.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 08:00 - Depart: 17:00

Croatia's second-largest city, Split provides an insight into Dalmatian life, how it’s really lived. Always buzzing, this exuberant city has a bountiful mixture of tradition and modernity. The antiquity of Split Harbour is testified by the presence of the UNESCO listed Diocletian’s Palace built by Emperor Diocletian 295 BC. Split Harbour is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, but also one of the oldest in the Adriatic: it is over 1,700 years old, and is surrounded by an extraordinary historical heritage. You can easily reach the nearby islands from here (not included).

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 09:00

Enjoy your last breakfast before disembarking. You will be met by a tour representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in the beautiful city of Venice. Today travel approximately 160 kilometres.

Overnight: Hotel Novotel Castellana or similar, Mestre, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today after breakfast make your own onwards arrangements.

Meals included: Breakfast

Meet us in Rome, Italy, for a wonderful European adventure.

Upon arrival, check-in to your hotel the hotel and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure.

Please note:
- You will receive information upon check-in regarding times for touring the following day.
- Hotel information will be confirmed in your travel documents sent 4-6 weeks prior to travel.

Overnight: Hotel Colombo or similar, Rome

Meals included: None

After breakfast, be met by your local guide and enjoy a guided tour of Rome - the 'Eternal City' (approximately 3 hours).

The tour begins at the Trevi Fountain, which has become an iconic spot thanks to the 1960 movie ‘La Dolce Vita’, directed by Federico Fellini. The tour will take you to the streets of the old town, visiting famous sites such as the Pantheon; the Palazzo Madama, which houses the Senate of the Italian Republic; and Navona Square, which was built on the ruins of the Domitian Circus (entrances not included). Once the tour finishes, you can enjoy the rest of the afternoon at leisure.

If you have your sights set on visiting the famous Colosseum, we strongly advise pre-purchasing tickets to avoid excessive queue times. Today, you might also like to visit the incredible Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel (charges apply). Don't miss a chance to be awe-inspired by the murals and immortal Works of Michelangelo. Guests who are interested in visiting the Vatican Museums and the magnificent Sistine Chapel are advised to book tickets online well in advance to secure their place.

Please note: Touring of the Vatican Museums and Sistine Chapel cannot be booked while on a tour with the operator.

Optional Activity: Trastevere Food Tour
Approximately 3 hours.
Trastevere Walking Food Tour. Taste traditional Roman street food in the bohemian suburb of Trastevere well known for its "trattorias" and street food like suppli, pizza, ice cream, and wine. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Colosseum & Imperial Forum
Approximately 3 hours.
Includes entrance fees, guided tour and earphones. Please see current pricing in Important Information

Optional Activity: 3-Course Dinner in Trastevere
Trastevere is a funky bohemian Roman area that clings to its centuries-old, working-class roots. It's known for traditional and innovative “trattorias” (a typical local restaurant), craft beer pubs and artisan shops on the opposite bank of the river Tiber. Enjoy dinner with mineral water and a glass of wine. Transfers included. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Please note: Only one of the afternoon optional activities may be chosen as they occur at the same time - The Trastevere Food Tour or Colosseum & Imperial Forum

Overnight: Hotel Colombo or similar, Rome

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you'll depart for Pisa.

Today, explore an architectural gem of Tuscany. Pisa is a city renowned for its iconic landmarks, rich history, and vibrant culture.

Once a thriving Roman port, sitting on the coast until the 15th century, Pisa now lies on the alluvial plain of the Arno River. Its unique Piazza dei Miracoli (The Square of Miracles) is a UNESCO World Heritage site and home to Pisa's iconic Leaning Tower. However, beyond the tower, you will discover the many treasures of this city with unique character, rich cultural heritage, and glimpses of an authentic Italian lifestyle. Upon arrival, enjoy the afternoon at leisure in the city centre.

Today, travel approximately 390 kilometres.

Overnight: Hotel Manzoni or similar, Montecatini, Florence area

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, you will continue your Italian journey to Florence, in the heart of Tuscany.

Upon arrival, enjoy a guided tour of this incredible city (approximately three hours). The tour will take you through some of the famous sights and attractions of Florence, including the Santa Maria del Fiore Cathedral and Piazza del Duomo. Piazza del Duomo, together with Piazza San Giovanni, represent the heart of the city. The most important religious monuments of Florence are here, linked by their geometric design and characterised by the typical white, green, and pink marble coating. You will see the Baptistery with its octagonal shape and three bronze doors; the Cathedral, built in Florentine Gothic style; and Giotto’s Bell Tower, regarded as one of the most beautiful towers in Gothic architecture (entrances not included). The tour will continue through Piazza Signoria to the Palazzo Vecchio (entrance not included), the town hall of Florence. Admire the impressive statues surrounding the piazza before continuing to the Straw Market, where the tour will end.

Enjoy time at leisure for the rest of the day or, alternatively, join one of the optional tours available.

Optional Activity: Uffizi Gallery
Tour Includes entrance fees, guided tour and earphones. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Gallery of the Academy of Florence
Tour Includes entrance fees, guided tour and earphones. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Optional Activity: Montecatini 3-Course Florentine Dinner
Enjoy beefsteak Florentine-style with mineral water and a bottle of red Chianti wine between 4 people. Please see current pricing in Important Information.

Please note: Only one of the Uffizi Gallery or Gallery of the Academy of Florence optional activities may be chosen, as they occur at the same time.

Overnight: Hotel Manzoni or similar, Montecatini, Florence area

Meals included: Breakfast

After breakfast, depart for Milan. Upon arrival, enjoy a guided city tour (approximately three hours).

Celebrated as the Italian capital of fashion and design, Milan is a city rich in art, history and culture. The tour begins from Sforza Castle before walking towards the Duomo (entrances not included). On the way, admire elegant buildings along two of Milan’s iconic streets - the Via Dante and Via Dei Mercanti. Piazza del Duomo is the heart of Milan, and the Duomo - where German influences are softened by the finesse of Italian artists - is one of its most significant Gothic style monuments. From the Piazza Duomo, the tour continues through the Galleria Vittorio Emanuele, Italy’s oldest active shopping mall and a major landmark of Milan, before arriving at the Piazza Della Scala, home to one of the most famous theatres in the world; La Scala (entrance not included).

Enjoy the afternoon at leisure. Today is approximately a 300-kilometre day.

Overnight: AS Hotel Limbiate or similar, Milan

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, begin your journey to Venice.

Upon arrival, you will be transferred to the Tronchetto Pier in Venice, where you will be able to admire the beautiful buildings and canals of Venice by ferry. Upon arrival, be met by a local guide at the Piazza San Marco to start a guided tour of Venice (approximately 2 hours). The tour starts at the iconic St Mark’s Square, one of the most beautiful squares in the world, and the hub of Venetian life. Around the square, you will see the famous St Mark’s Basilica, the Doge’s Palace and the Bell Tower (entrances not included). The church was built to house the body of St Mark, transported from Alexandria in 828AD. Inside the basilica you can admire glittering Byzantine Mosaics (entrance not included). The tour will continue onwards to Rialto Bridge, one of the most beautiful bridges and an icon of the city.

After the tour, you may enjoy an afternoon at leisure.

Optional Activity: Gondola ride in Venice
30 minutes, maximum 4 people per gondola. See important information for pricing.

In the late afternoon, be transferred to Mestre to check in to your hotel, and spend the remainder of the day at leisure. Today, travel approximately 270 kilometres.

Overnight: Hotel Novotel Castellana or similar, Mestre, Venice area

Meals included: Breakfast

Depart: 17:00

After breakfast, spend some free time before being transferred to the cruise terminal in Marghera to embark on an exciting 7-night Mediterranean cruise aboard the spectacular Costa Deliziosa.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Dinner

Arrive: 14:00 - Depart: 20:00

A reinvigorated old town, Bari is the “Sun of Italy”. The port of Bari, on the Adriatic coast, is primarily a passenger port. During the stop in Bari, visit this historic city and its surroundings, especially Matera, designated by UNESCO as the 2019 European Capital of Culture (optional shore excursion). The old town contains the bones of St Nicholas (aka Santa Claus) in its Basilica di San Nicola, along with a butch castle and plenty of unfussy authentic eateries (charges apply).

Alternatively, you can choose to visit The beautiful UNESCO limestone Trulli house of Alberobello or the Stones of Matera (optional shore excursions).

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 09:00 – Depart: 19:00

The resort island of Corfu is renowned for its rocky mountains, beautiful beaches and utterly romantic atmosphere. Its capital city, also named Corfu, is one of the ancient jewels of Greece. Here you’ll find a Venetian fortress and a UNESCO World Heritage old town boasting winding lanes, bustling bars, towering houses and heavenly gardens. Discover ancient remains from eras past, scattered throughout the island.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive 09:00 - Depart: 20:00

The Greek island Zakynthos or Zante, in the Ionian Sea, is amongst the most famous and fascinating.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrives: 08:00 - Departs: 16:00

On the Greek island of Kefalonia, peace and beauty reign. The Ionian Sea, the sea of epic heroes, stretches ahead, ready to greet a modern adventure. At your own leisure, enjoy the beautiful beaches with exotic turquoise waters, picturesque villages, mysterious caves and lush nature that make up the magical landscape of Kefalonia.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 12:00 - Depart: 20:00

The city of Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located on the southern coast of Croatia, overlooking the Adriatic Sea. This destination boasts a treasure trove of sights, including a 16th-century old town and romantic limestone streets. See Gothic-Renaissance Rector’s Palace or wander along the city’s ancient clifftop walls. Further afield, you’ll find a host of natural wonders including some of the most enchanting caves in the world.

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 08:00 - Depart: 17:00

Croatia's second-largest city, Split provides an insight into Dalmatian life, how it’s really lived.

Always buzzing, this exuberant city has a bountiful mixture of tradition and modernity. The antiquity of Split harbour is testified by the presence of the UNESCO listed Diocletian’s Palace built by Emperor Diocletian 295 BC. Split harbour is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful, but also one of the oldest in the Adriatic: it is over 1,700 years old, and is surrounded by an extraordinary historical heritage. You can easily reach the nearby islands from here (not included).

Overnight: Costa Cruises' Costa Deliziosa

Meals included: Breakfast; Lunch; Dinner

Arrive: 09:00

Enjoy your last breakfast before disembarking. You will be met by a tour representative and transferred to your hotel. Enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure in the beautiful city of Venice. Today travel approximately 160 kilometres.

Overnight: Hotel Novotel Castellana or similar, Mestre, Venice Area

Meals included: Breakfast

Today, after breakfast, make your own onwards travel arrangements.

Meals included: Breakfast