12-NIGHT CRUISE ABOARD THE OCEANIA NAUTICA
1-Night Pre-Cruise in Venice and 1-Night Post-Cruise in Barcelona
Savor the beauty of Venice as you glide along its canals and under its bridges, relax on the beautiful beaches of Croatia and Greece, uncover medieval treasures in Albania and Montenegro, be immersed in the rich history of Rome, take in the charming oceanside villages of Italy, explore the forever-enchanting French Riviera, be amazed at the vibrant culture of Barcelona and more!
TOUR HIGHLIGHTS
Venice & San Giorgio Maggiore
Roman Ruins in Old Town Zadar
Old Town Kotor & St. Tryphon Cathedral
Fortress of Justinian
Drapano Bridge and Lighthouse of St. Theodore
Sicily and Mount Etna
Almalfi Coast
Roman Coliseum & Roman Forum
Vatican City
Portofino & Santa Margherita
Casino de Monte-Carlo
Charming Countryside of Provence
Nice, Cannes or St. Paul de Vence
Marseille’s Old Port
Papal Palace in Avignon
Barcelona, La Sagrada Familia
Las Ramblas & Passeig de Garcia
Day 1 - FLIGHT
Flight to Venice, Italy
DAY 2 - VENICE
Arrive in Venice for a 1-night stay. Free evening at your leisure.
Day 3 - VENICE – EMBARKATION
Savor the beauty of Venice as you glide along its canals and under its bridges, opulent palazzi and elegant churches lining the route. Admire the Doge's Palace and St. Mark's Basilica. Embark on your Mediterranean Cruise (B, D)
Day 4 - ZADAR, CROATIA
Zadar offers beautiful beaches, charming promenades, preserved ancient architecture and fascinating historical monuments. Roman aqueducts, forums and temples surround the old town. (B, L, D)
Day 5 - KOTOR, MONTENEGRO
Kotor is a walled medieval city of twisting, pink-paved streets and architecture reflecting Byzantine to Venetian influences. Tour the imposing St. Tryphon Cathedral, consecrated in 1166. (B, L, D)
Day 6 - TIRANA, ALBANIA
Tour the National Museum of History with archaeological artifacts going back as far as 100,000 years or jump ahead a few millennia and relive the Byzantine era at the Fortress of Justinian. (B, L, D)
Day 7 - ARGOSTOLI, GREECE
This capital of the island of Cephalonia resides in a sheltered bay along Koutavos Lagoon. See the Drapano Bridge and Lighthouse of Saint Theodore. (B, L, D)
Day 8 - SICILY, ITALY
See the famed Greek theater and its fantastic view of Mount Etna. Venture into the countryside and its lovely hill towns, one with a Norman castle built of black lava, and visit beautiful old Catania. (B, L, D)
Day 9 - ALMALFI, ITALY
Discover chic Positano with its relaxed, sophisticated air and white Moorish-style houses clinging to steep slopes around a sparkling bay filled with colorful fishing boats. (B, L, D)
Day 10 - ROME, ITALY
Travel to Rome and revel in the magnificent monuments, from the ancient Roman Forum and Coliseum to the splendor of St. Peter's Basilica with Michelangelo's Pietà and his breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. (B, L, D)
Day 11 - PORTOFINO, ITALY
Stroll through picturesque Portofino and Santa Margherita. Be awed by the stunning scenery as you explore the beautiful coastal resorts of Ravello, Sestri Levante or San Fruttuoso. (B, L, D)
Day 12 - MONTE CARLO, MONACO
Travel along Grand Corniche with its stunning views of Monaco and the Old City. See the Grimaldi Palace and the Casino. Explore the wonderful old villages along the Côte d'Azur from Nice to medieval Eze or Cannes, Grasse and lovely St. Paul de Vence. (B, L, D)
Day 13 - SAINT-TROPEZ, FRANCE
Enjoy the exquisite hilly Provençal countryside and its charming villages with their narrow stepped streets, lovely churches and stunning scenic views. Visit a local winery or take a drive along the rugged coast and revel in the wonderful views of the beaches, the landscape, the islands and the magnificent forested ridges of the Massif des Maures. (B, L, D)
Day 14 - PROVENCE, FRANCE
Discover historic old Marseille and visit the charming fishing port of Cassis or venture into the celebrated Provençal countryside with its fields of lavender and sunflowers. Explore lovely Aix or stroll through Avignon and its Papal Palace. (B, L, D)
Day 15 - DISEMBARKATION — BARCELONA, SPAIN
Visit the the amazing La Sagrada Familia, Antoni Gaudí's unfinished masterpiece. Enjoy the lovely Montjuic Gardens, the charming squares of the old Gothic Quarter and the Ramblas, Barcelona's famed downtown promenade. Arrival at Barcelona hotel for 1-night stay. (B)
Day 16 - BARCELONA
Flight home from Barcelona, Spain (B)
WHY CRUISE WITH AMERICAN CLASSIC TOURS?
When you cruise abroad with American Classic Tours, you are in the care of your American Classic Tour Director from start to finish. If any unexpected circumstances arise during your trip abroad, your professional Tour Director is right there to assist you. No hassle with flying abroad on your own. No worries about meeting your cruise director at a foreign airport. No stress making connections to and from the ship. Your experienced American Classic Tour Director will ensure you have a total worry-free experience all along the way.
WHAT'S INCLUDED IN YOUR TOUR?
Free Home Pickup & Return
Private Group Airline Check-In
Round Trip Airfare & 1 Checked Bag
Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation
14 Nights Deluxe Hotel Accommodations
38 Meals: 14 Breakfasts, 11 Lunches and 12 Dinners
All Shore Excursions
All Attractions, Tours, Admissions
Luggage Handling Throughout Tour
All Tips & Taxes Included
American Classic Tour Director
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DOUBLE OCCUPANCY: $11998
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