15 Day Classic Italy Cruise Tour!
8 Day pre-cruise Italy land tour + 7 Day Mediterranean cruise
This is the perfect cruise tour if you want to explore Italy. You'll enjoy 15 days exploring the Mediterranean. The land tour visits to the Forum, Colosseum, Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel, St. Peter's Basilica and a walking tour of Rome including a stop for gelato. View the Leaning Tower of Pisa, an Assisi Tour which includes a visit to Basilica of St. Francis and the Accademia of Fine Arts, where you'll view Michelangelo's David. In Venice you'll visit a Murano glass factory and Doge's Palace.
Land Tour Highlights:
-Murano glass factory visit, Venice
-Doge's Palace, Venice
-Leaning Tower of Pisa (viewing, but without climb to top)
-Accademia of Fine Arts, Florence (including Michelangelo's David)
-Assisi Tour (including visit to Basilica of St.Francis)
-Forum and Colosseum, Rome
-Vatican Museum, Sistine Chapel and St. Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City
-Evening walking tour of Rome
-7 breakfasts and 4 dinners
Authentic Experiences:
-Wine-tasting with local specialties at Tuscan country side farm
-Dinner with opera singers, Rome
Mediterranean Cruise onboard Norwegian Epic
Day 1 - Arrive in Venice
Arrive in Venice and transfer to your hotel. This evening, enjoy an orientation meeting followed by a welcome dinner.
Day 2 - Venice City Tour
Today begins with a boat ride to Murano Island, known throughout the world for its fine glasswork industry. Then visit St. Mark's Square to begin a guided walking tour of romantic Venice. View the Golden Basilica of San Marco, the Bridge of Sighs, and visit the Doge's Palace whose facade features a massive late-Gothic gate known as the Porta della Carta. Take the remainder of the day to explore Venice on your own.
Day 3 - Pisa Sightseeing en Route to Florence
Travel through the stunning panorama of Tuscany. En route visit a local Tuscan farm in the countryside for a wine tasting with local specialties. On arrival in Pisa, view the famous Piazza del Miracoli with its Leaning Tower, the Baptistery, the Duomo, and the Monumental Cemetery. The four monuments of this extraordinary piazza make for a unique architectural blend of Romanesque and Gothic styles. Continue to Florence and enjoy the evening at leisure.
Day 4 - Florence City Tour
Today's morning tour begins with a visit to the Accademia of Fine Arts, where Michelangelo's David is housed. Walk to the Duomo, celebrated for its magnificent dome designed by Brunelleschi, and view the Baptistery's renowned "Gates of Paradise" by Ghiberti. Continue to explore the open air art museum of Signoria Square ending at Ponte Vecchio, known as the "Old Bridge." Enjoy the afternoon at leisure in Florence. This evening, dine in an authentic Tuscan restaurant in the countryside.
Day 5 - Sun Route via Assisi to Rome
Today, travel along the famous "Sun Route" motorway to the medieval city of Assisi, renowned for its 13th-century Basilica of St. Francis and Giotto's frescoes. Continue to your hotel in Rome. A group dinner at your hotel in Rome is included in the tour.
Day 6 - Tour Ancient Rome
This morning, a historic tour of "ancient Rome" takes you to the Roman Forum, the political center during the Roman Republic; the triumphal Arch of Constantine; the Arch of Titus and the Colosseum; the largest amphitheater built in the Roman Empire. Afternoon at leisure.
Day 7 - Vatican Museum & Sistine Chapel
Today begins with the visit to the Vatican Museums and Michelangelo's breathtaking Sistine Chapel. Stroll through St. Peter's Square, passing Bernini's famous colonnade, to visit St. Peter's Basilica, where you will view Michelangelo's Pieta. This highly-finished marble sculpture depicts the body of Jesus in the arms of Mary after the Crucifixion and is considered to be among the most compelling of all works of art in the Western world. Afternoon at leisure. Tonight, dine in a typical Roman restaurant with wine and music, then enjoy an illuminated tour of the city.
Day 8 - Rome & Embark Cruise
Enjoy the morning at your leisure in Rome before transferring to the port. Norwegian Epic sails this evening.
Day 9 - Livorno (Florence or Pisa), Italy 7:00am to 7:00pm
Day 10 - Cannes, France 8:00am to 6:00pm
Day 11 - Palma - Majorca, Spain 1:00pm to 8:00pm
Day 12 - Barcelona, Spain 5:00am to 6:00pm
Day 13 - Cruising
Day 14 - Naples, Italy 7:00am to 7:00pm
Day 15 - Rome, Italy
2015 Dates:
June 24
July 22, 29
August 5, 12, 19, 26
October 21
November 4, 11
From $2259 US
Includes Shipboard Spending Money or the Ultimate Beverage Package!
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Norwegian Epic
Norwegian Cruise Line's incredible ship, Norwegian Epic, has reinvented cruising. For starters, there's the amazing new SVEDKA Ice Bar, literally one of the coolest places in the world. There are chic private clubs, as well as a traditional supper club, Norwegian Cruise Line's famous White Hot Party and so much more. During the day, there's our huge Aqua Park, Sports Complex, rock-climbing wall, fitness center, world-class spa, two 3-lane bowling alleys and our two-story Wii. And in between, there are more than 20 dining options to enjoy. Norwegian Epic has some of the most innovative and flexible accommodations ever - from our new Studios specifically designed and priced for the solo traveler and exclusive access to The Studio Lounge to our private Villas. Add 20 different dining options and you'll see why we say this is Freestyle Cruising on a truly grand scale.
Experience an unforgettable family vacation that everyone can enjoy together. Only Norwegian offers Nickelodeon, featuring unforgettable memories such as Pajama Jam Character Breakfast and meet & greets with Dora, Diego, or Patrick. Our complimentary youth programs, Splash Academy and Entourage are grouped by age and packed with plenty of creative activities.
Entourage Teen program, It's the coolest clubhouse at sea. Our youth staff has a knack for planning great activities, games, contests, and fun the entire family will love. Take the plunge on three multistory waterslides including the Epic Plunge.
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Norwegian Epic Highlights
The best entertainment at sea with Blue Man Group, Cirque Dreams & Dinner, and more!
Experience more than 20 extraordinary culinary dining options.
A New Wave of completely unique accommodations.
What's Included During Your Mediterranean Cruise?
7 complimentary dining options, from three-course dining to endless buffets with action stations. Entertainment day & night. Blue Man Group, Legends in Concert, live comedy, jazz club, dueling piano bar, and a wealth of clubs and lounges. Fitness center, sports court, climbing and rappelling wall, aqua park, pools, and hot tubs. Youth programs for children ages 3-17. Attentive room steward and complimentary room service.
All pricing above is in US Dollars, per person. Port charges & taxes are additional. Pricing is based on two people sharing and subject to availability. The "From" price listed on our website is for the November 4th departure date; other dates may have different pricing, please inquire. All pricing is based on availability and subject to change by the cruise line at any time. For more information please contact one of our Mediterranean Specialists!
