10 days from $1799*

Includes airfare, fuel surcharges, great hotels, transfers, many meals, touring and more!

Mediterranean Cruise: Italy, Sicily, Greece & Turkey

Join us on this fantastic celebration of the cultural riches and natural beauty of the Eastern Mediterranean as we set sail aboard the Costa Romantica, one of the most comfortable and elegant ships in the fleet of Italy's premier luxury cruise line.

Our journey is an exotic living mosaic, where every port recalls another magnificent era of castles and fortresses, steaming volcanoes, ancient cultures, exotic art, and architectural treasures and grandeur. We'll visit fascinating ports of call in Italy, Greece, Turkey and Sicily, while enjoying the lavish Italian lifestyle aboard our cruise ship.

If you're dreaming of a luxury cruise vacation without compromise, this is one opportunity you can't afford to miss. But hurry and reserve your space before our magnificent Mediterranean dream vacation is all sold out.

Itinerary at a Glance & Port Call Times

Eastern Mediterranean Cruise: Italy, Greece, Sicily & Turkey
Day	Port of Call	Arrive	Depart
2	Civitavecchia, Italy	--	5 pm
3	Catania, Sicily	1 pm	7 pm
4	At sea	--	--
5	Izmir, Turkey	9 am	7 pm
6	Santorini, Greece	7 am	1 pm
6	Mykonos, Greece	6 pm	11 pm
7	Piraeus/Athens, Greece	8 am	1 pm
8	At sea	--	--
9	Civitavecchia, Italy	9 am	--

Detailed Itinerary

Day 1: Depart USA. Your exciting Mediterranean journey begins this evening as you check-in for your overnight jet flight bound for Rome.

Day 2: Arrive in Rome. Early afternoon arrival in Rome, vibrant capital of Italy. After customs formalities, you'll be escorted to Civitavecchia to board the Costa Romantica and begin your weeklong Mediterranean cruise. Costa Romantica (B,D)

Day 3: Catania. Early in the afternoon arrive into Catania. Located at the base of the active volcano Mount Etna, Catania was founded by the Greeks and then taken over by the Romans. Explore independently or select from optional tours to Taormina (the most popular Sicilian beach resort), a Jeep tour of Mount Etna or or historic Catania, whose highlights include Saint Agatha's Cathedral, the Ursino Castle, Biscari Palace or the Roman Ampitheatre (B,L,D)

Day 4: At sea. All the fantastic facilities of the Romantica are available to you as you spend a day at sea. Stroll the ample decks, enjoy the sun, swim, and take advantage of the many leisure activities aboard your luxury ship. (B,L,D)

Day 5: Izmir. This morning arrive at Izmir, Turkey's second city, thanks to its busy port and intense industrial activity. Located within a beautiful bay and surrounded by lovely hills, the town has evolved into a modern metropolis from which some of Turkey's most important ancient treasures are easily explored, including Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. (B,L,D)

Day 6: Santorini/Mykonos. This striking island, with breathtaking panoramas and rugged landscapes, is actually a volcanic crater slightly immersed in the sea. The island is famous for its whitewashed houses, narrow streets, open-air cafes and glittering boutiques which cling to steep cliffs, accessible by foot, cable car or mule. Explore independently or enjoy an optional tour of Santorini that takes you up along the rocky Caldera (volcanic crater). Be sure to sample some of the island's famous wines, served with delicious cheese.

In the early afternoon, board your ship for a brief cruise to Mykonos where chic crowds flock to the island's trendy restaurants, discos, and clubs each night and where you can sit seaside, sipping ouzo and watching the sunset while listening to traditional Greek music. Before heading back to the ship, enjoy a stroll through Mykonos town with its labyrinth of winding alleyways and whitewashed buildings, basket-laden donkeys, cascading geraniums and upscale shops and cafes. (B,L,D)

Day 7: Piraeus/Athens. Arrive into Piraeus, the port of Athens, early this morning. Athens, the birthplace of western civilization, is a modern city of six million inhabitants and was host to the 2004 Olympic Games. Choose from a number of optional tours which visit the Acropolis, the Plaka, Corinth and the Canal, and Cape Sounion. (B,L,D)

Day 8: At sea. Enjoy a day at leisure as you cruise. We recommend a day at the spa. The Romantica houses a first class spa that offers beauty treatments, therapies and personalized instruction. (B,L,D)

Day 9: Arrive in Rome. Arrive in Rome this morning. After breakfast, disembark from your cruise and enjoy a full day to explore Rome, the Eternal City. You'll find a treasure trove of ancient ruins, art, music and architecture, religious passion, all juxtaposed against the frenetic pace and cutting edge modern fashion of an ultra-modern European city. (B)

Day 10: Rome/USA. Your memorable Mediterranean journey ends as you say arrivederci Roma to the Eternal City and transfer independently to the airport for your return flight to the USA. Arrive in the USA later today. Or, continue your stay in Rome by adding a late return and extra nights to your package. (B)

About Your Cruise Ship, the Costa Romantica

The Costa Romantica cruise ship epitomizes Italian design, contemporary comforts, and luxury cruising. Marble accents, sleek furnishings, and modern Italian artwork create an atmosphere that is vibrant, chic, and restful. The Romantica's well-appointed staterooms, sweeping public areas, and array of leisure facilities make it one of the most comfortable and elegant ships in the upscale Costa fleet.

Paneled in light cherry wood, the Romantica's 678 staterooms are fairly spacious and have ample storage. All cabins feature pastel hues in an elegant minimalist style and include a personal safe, TV, refrigerator, private bathroom with shower and hairdryer, and small sitting area with a table and two chairs. Outside cabins and suites are also available.

The Costa Romantica is registered in Italy.

Destination FAQs

For quick answers to Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Italy, click here.

For quick answers to Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Greece, click here.

For quick answers to Frequently Asked Questions about travel to Turkey, click here.

Mediterranean Cruise: Italy, Greece & Turkey
Included Features

• Round trip flights from New York via scheduled wide-bodied jet service including fuel surcharges. Many additional gateways at low through fares are available on request.
• All ground transportation and all group transfers (except final departure transfer from Rome hotel to airport)
• Deluxe Eastern Mediterranean cruise aboard the Costa Romantica cruise ship (inside cabins) with private bath
• Special discounted upgrades to deluxe outside cabin with picture window or veranda
• 22 bountiful meals including breakfast daily and all meals aboard the cruise
• Comprehensive optional touring program including entrance fees (available for purchase on board)
• Bonus overnight in Rome including buffet breakfast

TourCode: d-000

Italy, Sicily, Greece & Turkey Cruise Costa Romantica Departures & Prices* Depart Return Book by Jul 15 After Jul 15 2009 DEPARTURES Sep 13 Sep 22 $2049 $2349 Oct 25 Nov 3 $1799 $2099

Tour prices are per person, double occupancy, including airfare. Prices in red reflect an early booking discount if you reserve by July 15, 2009. * Prices do not include Additional Taxes, Fees & September 11th Security Fee for this tour of $165.

Prices above are based on lowest priced cabin category available at the time of posting. Actual category and pricing will be based on availability at the time of booking.

Taxes & Fees Service Price Additional Taxes, Fees & September 11th Security Fee +$165 Port Taxes +$159

Optionals & Upgrades Service Price Single Supplements* Single Supplement   Oct 25 +$759 All other departures +$949 Cabin Upgrades Superior Outside Cabin with picture window (category E2) double occupancy +$300 Superior Inside Cabin (category I5) double occupancy +$175

* These single supplements are valid for category 1 inside cabins. Supplements for upgraded cabins are available upon request. Single cabins are limited in number and are on request basis.

Reductions for Children Service Price Child up to age 12 sharing cabin with 2 adults –$260 Child or third adult (age 12 or older) sharing with 2 adults –$90

Departure Airport: This tour departs from New York Kennedy International (JFK).

Coming from somewhere else? Ask us about availability and prices for flights from other cities.

Travel Insurance: Our comprehensive policy is available for only $99-$159 per person (depending on total trip cost) and is recommended to protect your investment.

Transfers: Transfers for this tour are provided on a group basis only. For land-only passengers or for passengers deviating in any way from the group program, transfers are not provided. Individual, private transfers can be arranged at a supplement in price. Taxis and other forms of transportation are also available and may cost less than private transfers. If you wish to arrange private transfers, please request this service at the time of reservation.

Cabins: Friendly Planet prices are based on category I2 (inside cabins), category E2 (outside cabins) and category B2 (veranda cabins). Other categories and/or decks are available on request, subject to availability and additional charges.

Gratuities: Tipping is a personal matter, and your own judgment is the best guide. However, for your convenience, Costa will automatically debit your onboard account a modest service charge of 6 euros per person per day. Should you wish to change this amount, you can contact the Guest Relations Desk on board.

Important Note: If you are reserving this tour less than 60 days prior to departure, confirmation is subject to space availability. We will advise you within 48 hours if we can confirm your reservation. In the meantime, no credit cards will be debited for deposits or payments until we are able to confirm your reservations.

Waitlisting on Sold-Out Departures: If your preferred departure is sold out, you can place yourself on a waitlist by completing the online reservation form and submitting it to us. Just click on the "waitlist" button, complete the form and click "submit". In the comments box at the very bottom of the form, please write any notes regarding your request, especially any flexibility you might have in your dates of travel. This way, if your first choice doesn't clear, we can try for a second or third choice. We will make every effort to clear your space in a timely way so that you can join us on tour. You do not need to send any deposits for waitlists. When we clear your space, we'll contact you immediately by phone or email, and if you still wish to travel, we will arrange for deposits or payments at that time. We regret that we cannot accept waitlists beyond 35 days prior to departure. If you see "sold out" next to the dates you wish to reserve or waitlist, please note that this departure is now closed, including waitlist possibilities.

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* Some tour prices reflect an early booking discount on select dates. Prices do not include Additional Taxes, Fees & September 11th Security Fee.

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TourCode: d-000