Greece and Italy

Overview

A 7-night voyage aboard Queen Victoria, departing Istanbul on 21 May 2027 and arriving in Civitavecchia, Rome, calling at 6 destinations along the way.

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   Day 1 ·Istanbul, TurkeyEmbark

   21 May 2027

   Begin or end your cruise in the world's only city astride two continents. You will almost certainly want to stay on her shores for a day or two at a hotel, or on a land extension to Capadoccia.
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   Day 2 ·Dardanelles (Transit)

   22 May 2027
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   Day 3 ·Kusadasi (tours to Ephesus)

   23 May 2027

   Kuşadası is a beach resort town on Turkey’s western Aegean coast. A jumping-off point for visiting the classical ruins at nearby Ephesus (or Efes), it’s also a major cruise ship destination. Its seafront promenade, marina, and harbor are lined with hotels and restaurants.
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   Day 4 ·Mykonos, Greek Isle

   24 May 2027

   Mykonos is the most sophisticated of the Greek Isles. Near the colourful town of winding streets, charming whitewashed houses and posh boutiques, you'll find perfect beaches to visit. For archaeology lovers, the sacred site of Delos is nearby.
   
   
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   Day 5 ·Katakolon (tours to Olympia)

   25 May 2027

   Katakolon is an attractive port set against a backdrop of rolling mountains, giving way to the Ionian Sea and separating the ocean from the Gulf of Kyparissia. This is a stunning step into the past.
   From Katakolon, visit the UNESCO World Heritage Site and ancient wonder Olympia, with extensive and well-preserved ruins that include a stadium and temples dedicated to the gods Hera and Zeus.
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   Day 6 ·Messina Strait (Transit)

   26 May 2027
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   Day 7 ·Sorrento (tours to Capri or Pompeii)

   27 May 2027

   Perched on the rugged Almafi coast, Sorrento is best known for its laid-back cafés and beaches. Oozing southern Italian charm, this is the place to relax and cherish every moment, admist the peaceful lemon groves.
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   Day 8 ·Civitavecchia (tours to Rome)Disembark

   28 May 2027

   Take a veritable journey through time as you stroll past the Colosseum, custodian of almost 2000 years of history, to the elegant streets of Rome which are home to the top names in fashion.

Your ship: Queen Victoria