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Central Mediterranean Cruise

  • Departure DateWed 4th May 2016
  • P&O Cruises Oceana
  • 14 Night Cruise From Genoa
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Itinerary

  • Genoa
  • Livorno
  • Naples
  • Messina,Sicily
  • Dubrovnik
  • Venice
  • Zadar
  • Messina,Sicily
  • Villefranche (Nice)
  • Ajaccio
  • Rome
  • Genoa

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Day 1 - Genoa

Arrive: Wed 04 May 2016 / Depart: Wed 04 May 2016

Genoa is a real Italian gem. A marvellously eclectic city, it has a secret beauty that can be found in its daring architecture, traces of splendid frescoes and imposing, noble palaces. Here you can see the house where Christopher Columbus was allegedly born and sample some of its delicious pesto, which originated from this region.

Day 2 - Livorno

Arrive: Thu 05 May 2016 / Depart: Thu 05 May 2016

Day 3 - At Sea

Day 4 - Naples

Arrive: Sat 07 May 2016 / Depart: Sat 07 May 2016

Naples is the perfect gateway to visit picturesque Sorrento and the historical ruins of Pompeii. Sorrento was once a favourite resort to the Romans and evidence of their wealth can be found around every corner. Explore the imposing Duomo with its distinctive 13 th century cloister and the charming flower filled town. For a poignant taste of Roman history visit the ruins of Pompeii, a once prosperous city now frozen in time. Now it is preserved by the very thing that destroyed its flourishing civilisation, the ash of the mighty volcano, Vesuvius.

Day 5 - Messina,Sicily

Arrive: Sun 08 May 2016 / Depart: Sun 08 May 2016

The island of Sicily is separated from Italy by the Strait of Messina, and retains an air of independence from its motherland. Messina, has wide avenues, a stunning harbour and is located close to the classical ruins of Tindari and the ancient city of Taormina. A mountainous and rugged land, Sicily is dominated by Europe's largest volcano, Mt. Etna. With four live craters around its summit, this is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.

Day 6 - Dubrovnik

Arrive: Mon 09 May 2016 / Depart: Mon 09 May 2016

This beautiful city is situated on the Dalmatian coastline of the Adriatic sea at the southern end of Croatia. Amazingly, most of the war damage has been repaired and Dubrovnik is once again the ‘Pearl of the Adriatic'.

Day 7 - Venice

Arrive: Tue 10 May 2016

Breathe in the romance and Italian exuberance of this spellbinding city. Explore its mysterious and watery streets. Take a gondola ride to truly appreciate the atmosphere and architecture of the city. Sip a cappuccino in St. Mark's Square or ride across the lagoon to the islands of Murano and Burano. From the Gothic arches of the Doges Palace to the intricate façade of St. Marks Cathedral, a day in Venice is bound to enchant you.

Day 8 - Venice

Depart: Wed 11 May 2016

Breathe in the romance and Italian exuberance of this spellbinding city. Explore its mysterious and watery streets. Take a gondola ride to truly appreciate the atmosphere and architecture of the city. Sip a cappuccino in St. Mark's Square or ride across the lagoon to the islands of Murano and Burano. From the Gothic arches of the Doges Palace to the intricate façade of St. Marks Cathedral, a day in Venice is bound to enchant you.

Day 9 - Zadar

Arrive: Thu 12 May 2016 / Depart: Thu 12 May 2016

Day 10 - Messina,Sicily

Arrive: Fri 13 May 2016 / Depart: Fri 13 May 2016

The island of Sicily is separated from Italy by the Strait of Messina, and retains an air of independence from its motherland. Messina, has wide avenues, a stunning harbour and is located close to the classical ruins of Tindari and the ancient city of Taormina. A mountainous and rugged land, Sicily is dominated by Europe's largest volcano, Mt. Etna. With four live craters around its summit, this is one of the most active volcanoes in the world.

Day 11 - At Sea

Day 12 - Villefranche (Nice)

Arrive: Sun 15 May 2016 / Depart: Sun 15 May 2016

Villefranches's circular bay is perhaps the loveliest harbour in the South of France. And, quite aside from its undeniable natural beauty, it's also conveniently situated for other attractions. Elegant Nice with its charming port and magnificent hotels. And, of course, Monte Carlo with its infamous Casino, tiny Royal Palace and the world-famous Oceanographic Museum established by Jacques Cousteau

Day 13 - Ajaccio

Arrive: Mon 16 May 2016 / Depart: Mon 16 May 2016

Even on the beautiful island of Corsica, towns don't come much prettier than Ajaccio, Napoleon's birthplace, where the warmth of Italian Dolce Vita and the style and cuisine of France combine to create an atmosphere that's quite unique.

Day 14 - Rome

Arrive: Tue 17 May 2016 / Depart: Tue 17 May 2016

Standing in the Colosseum, visiting Vatican City and tossing a coin in the Trevi Fountain are all unique experiences of a lifetime to be had in the Eternal City of Rome, reached from your Italian cruise port Civitavecchia.

Day 15 - Genoa

Arrive: Wed 18 May 2016 / Depart: Wed 18 May 2016

Genoa is a real Italian gem. A marvellously eclectic city, it has a secret beauty that can be found in its daring architecture, traces of splendid frescoes and imposing, noble palaces. Here you can see the house where Christopher Columbus was allegedly born and sample some of its delicious pesto, which originated from this region.

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