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A lifetime would not be enough to explore everything that the Eternal City has to offer. All roads lead to Rome, the saying goes, and it certainly felt that way through the centuries as Emperors and Popes used their vast wealth to build monuments worthy of this great city.
This living history has withstood the test of time – and a number of sackings. It is still possible stand in the Colosseum and imagine you are watching a gladiatorial battle, to picture horses racing across the Circus Maximus or to feel divinely inspired in the Pantheon.
The entire city centre is a UNESCO World Heritage Site overflowing with history and art, from the curve of the Spanish Steps to the echoing halls of the Vatican Museums.Take your fill of cobbled streets and Baroque masterpieces with a cruise to Rome.
Beyond the city itself, this region of Italy has so much to offer. Sip wine and soak in the green of the Castelli Romani hillside towns. Take time on your Rome cruise to explore the beautifully preserved Roman complex of the Taurine Baths close to Civitavecchia cruise port.
Overnight: MSC World Europa
Today is spent at sea. Take the opportunity to slow down, explore the ship’s facilities, and enjoy a relaxed day onboard as the journey continues.
Overnight: MSC World Europa
The port city of Palma, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination, lies on the south coast of Mallorca. Founded in 124 B.C., Palma is celebrated for its medieval streets, jaw-dropping architecture, and ancient fortified walls. See buildings such as the Cathedral of Santa Maria which features designs by Gaudí and one of the world’s largest stained-glass windows, or the Gothic Bellver castle with its circular centre and eye-catching towers.
Overnight: MSC World Europa
Set between the Mediterranean Sea and the mountains, Barcelona offers experiences and sights for all, from classical and modern art to daring architecture, from innovative design to ancient history, plus world-class gastronomy (covering local cuisine and fine dining) and an enviable coastline.
Marvel at Antoni Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia or his surreal Park Güell, both part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site encompassing seven of the architect’s works across the city.
Learn about local history on a Barcelona cruise by walking downfamed La Rambla, lined with emblematic buildings like La Boqueria market, dating back to the 1800s, and the opulent Gran Teatre del Liceu opera house. Get lost among the alleyways of the Gothic Quarter (Barri Gotic) and visit the Barcelona Cathedral, before heading to the coast for swimming and sunbathing at Barceloneta Beach.
Overnight: MSC World Europa
Marseille is where Provence comes crashing into the sea: bustling city and beautiful coastline, Belle Époque facades and bold street art, Provençal and multicultural traditions. France’s oldest city is also its most original, appealing to both first-time and seasoned visitors, as you’ll discover on a Marseille cruise.
Snap photos of wooden boats lining Le Vieux-Port harbour and hop between cafes, restaurants and bars – grab an outside table to watch the world go by and appreciate the gentle hubbub. Marvel at limestone fjords in Calanques National Park, home to Château d’If. This 16th-century island prison was made famous inThe Count of Monte Cristo, and sits one of the Frioul Islands, an archipelago offering coastal walks and quiet beaches. Soak up views from Basilique Notre-Dame de la Garde, before getting lost in Le Panier’s cobblestone streets.
Charming Aix-en-Provence and Avignon are nearby on cruises to Marseille. These picturesque locations are the perfect pairing to Marseille’s cosmopolitan flair.
Overnight: MSC World Europa
Gateway to the Italian Riviera, the Port of Genoa is one of the most important (and one of the largest) in Italy, a strategic harbour since ancient times.
Cruises to Genoa offer the chance to explore its many sights, including Genoa Aquarium, designed by architect Renzo Piano, and the city’s picturesque Boccadasse district, a lakeside fishing village. Genoa excursions also offer the opportunity to taste signature dishes made from fresh ingredients, such as pesto Genovese and focaccia.
On a Genoa cruise, guests can also admire one of Italy’s most beautiful stretches of coastline or an excursion to the UNESCO-listed Cinque Terre. Its five fishing villages, perched on steep cliffs, offer superb sea views, small seafood restaurants, and a tableau of townhouses.
A short trip away from Genoa, Portofino beckons with colourful facades, boutiques and surrounding lush hills.
Overnight: MSC World Europa
Overlooking the ‘Gulf of the Poets’, lies the Italian naval city of La Spezia, an MSC Mediterranean Cruises destination. Here, a maze of atmospheric streets lead to an impressive commercial harbour with glamorous yachts and pretty palm trees. This bustling Liguria port boasts historical churches, museums, and gardens. Nearby, Cinque Terre, Pisa, and Florence are just waiting to be discovered.
Overnight: MSC World Europa
At 5:00 pm, meet your coach Tour Director and travel companions for a welcome dinner at a local restaurant.
Overnight: Radisson Blu Rome or similar (D)
Explore more of Rome with your choice of included Globus Choice excursions.
Rome of the Caesars
Time travel to ancient Rome! Stand in the Colosseum and let your imagination be captured by stories of gladiator games and emperor reigns. Delve deeper into the Rome of the Caesars with a guided walk through the Roman Forum, once the beating heart of the Roman Empire; see the Palatine Hill considered to be the birthplace of Rome.
The Papal City
Explore the Papal City for a guided visit of the extensive Vatican Museums. Lift your eyes to the heavens in the Sistine Chapel to marvel at Michelangelo’s masterpiece ceiling fresco, then continue to St. Peter’s Square to see the breathtaking St. Peter’s Basilica. Stroll along the Via della Conciliazione to admire Castel Sant’Angelo, the former Papal Fortress.
Free time this afternoon and evening to explore more.
Overnight: Radisson Blu Rome or similar (B)
Fine Art in Firenze
Leave the hustle and bustle of Rome behind as you relax for a scenic drive past the olive groves and vineyards that extend over the rolling green hills of Umbria and Tuscany. Arrive in Florence, one of Italy’s most celebrated cities. Meet your Local Guide for a visit of the Academy of Fine Arts, to see Michelangelo’s David statue, followed by a walk through the historic center, stopping to admire and learn more about the cathedral, Giotto’s Bell Tower, the massive bronze doors of the Baptistry’s “Gates of Paradise,” and the sculptures of Signoria Square. This afternoon free time to explore more of Florence “La bella.”
Overnight: Una Hotel Vittoria or similar (B)
Benvenuti a Venezia
Today cross the Apennine Mountains and River Po to reach Venice. On arrival take a private boat ride along the Giudecca Canal. Prepare for breathtaking views as you sail in front of the entrance to St Mark’s Square. Disembark for an orientation walk to St. Mark’s Square and a noted vetreria to meet a local glassblower and learn how the world-famous Murano glass is created. After some free time to explore independently, Globus Local Favorite enjoy dinner at a local restaurant before traveling like a VIP with a private water taxi ride along the Grand Canal.
Overnight: Leonardo Royal or similar (B, D)
Spectacular Switzerland
Today leave Italy and cross the border into Switzerland. Arrive in Bellinzona and Globus Local Favorite take the elevator to the Courtyard of Castelgrande where you will savor a light lunch of local specialties accompanied by the Merlot wine for which the Ticino area is famous. Later, en route to Lucerne, enjoy the stunning mountain scenery of the Swiss Alps interrupted only by the St. Gotthard Road tunnel.
Overnight: Grand Hotel Europe or similar (B, L)
Sweet Sights of Switzerland
This morning, join a walking tour to see the highlights of Lucerne. Stop to admire the Lion Monument, a moving rock relief that Mark Twain called the “saddest sculpture in the world,” and the 14th century Chapel Bridge that crosses the River Reuss from the Altstadt (old town). The rest of the day and evening are free for you to get better acquainted with this alpine gem.
Overnight: Grand Hotel Europe or similar (B)
French Connection
Drive to the medieval city of Basel, the Swiss city located on the French and German borders and straddling the River Rhine. Board a high-speed TGV train to Paris. Relax and watch the French countryside pass by. Arrive in Paris this afternoon giving you plenty of time to get acquainted with this iconic city.*
Overnight: Les Jardins du Marais or similar (B)
C’est Magnifique in the City of Light
The morning is yours to either explore independently or join an optional excursion. Your sightseeing this afternoon is composed of a guided walk to discover one of Paris’s iconic quarters. Later, enjoy a farewell dinner cruise on the River Seine, with incredible sights of celebrated landmarks.*
Overnight: Les Jardins du Marais or similar (B, D)
Your vacation ends with breakfast this morning.
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