Fly from the UK to Rome and transfer to your hotel for an overnight hotel stay

A further overnight hotel stay. The Colosseum, The Roman Forum and the Trevi Fountain will give you an immediate introduction to the layers of history to be found in Rome and are all within walking distance of each other. The Pantheon is absolutely awe inspiring dating back to 27 BC and is the only complete structure from the Roman Empire still standing.

Make your own way from your Rome hotel to Civitavecchia port- the most economical, quickest and convenient way is by train from the nearby Train Terminii station costing approximately eight euros per person. Embark the ship and enjoy the sail-away party.

Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.

Mykonos (part of the Cyclades chain of Islands) is also frequently visited by many cruise ships for its Greek charm and upmarket cosmopolitan atmosphere plus there are some excellent beaches.

Kusadasi is the staging post for Ephesus (the Turkish equivalent of Pompeii) well known for the Temple of Artemis, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world and is a popular tourist destination. Nearby there is the opportunity for lazing on the beach, snorkelling and for the thrill seekers out there, try the aquapark.

The most popular port of call on any cruise itinerary is the photographers paradise of Santorini. This volcanic island is made up of a crescent shaped Caldera which is the edge of an ancient volcano. Ancient legend suggests that this was the site of the lost city of Atlantis when the volcano erupted the centre of this island disappeared in to the sea leaving the remnant known as Santorini.

Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.

Most people head for the ancient Roman ruins of Pompeii and Herculaneum in the shadow of Mount Vesuvius or scoot across the bay to the island of Capri.

Disembark the ship in Civitavecchia port and transfer to Rome airport for your flight home to the UK.