Departures from Toronto to Venice

DAY	PORT	ARRIVE	DEPART
Day 2	Venice, Italy	-	5:00 PM
Day 3	Bari, Italy	1:00 PM	7:00 PM
Day 4	Day at Sea	-	-
Day 5	Piraeus (Athens), Greece	7:30 AM	4:30 PM
Day 6	Day at Sea	-	-
Day 7	Odessa,Ukraine*	10:30 AM	5:30 PM
Day 8	Yalta, Ukraine*	7:00 AM	2:00 PM
Day 9	Istanbul, Turkey	9:30 AM	7:30 PM
Day 10	Day at Sea	-	-
Day 11	Katakolon (Olympia), Greece	7:00 AM	1:00 PM
Day 12	Dubrovnik, Croatia	8:30 AM	2:30 PM
Day 13	Arrive Venice and disembark	9:00 AM	-
*Applicable to September 16 sailing only. See schedule below for September 27, October 8 and October 21 sailings.
Day 7	Yalta, Ukraine	8:00 AM	4:00 PM
Day 8	Odessa,Ukraine	7:00 AM	12:30 PM

Bari, Italy

The city enjoys a perfect balance between past and future highlighted by the historic old town and the major shopping and nightlife district of Borgo Muattiano. The Basilica of San Nicola honours Saint Nicholas of Bari (Santa Claus!).

Piraeus (Athens), Greece

Few destinations rival the cultural wealth and intriguing sightseeing of Athens. The great Parthenon lords over the city. In the exciting restaurants and clubs in Plaka District, society is out in full, with visitors and Athenians gathered together to drink, dine and dance within an atmosphere of camaraderie.

Yalta, Ukraine

Yalta is a dramatically handsome resort town on the Crimea peninsula in Ukraine. It offers a mild climate, lush landscape, pebble beaches, botanical gardens and a wonderful promenade filled with people strolling past the works of artists, singers and performers delighting the crowds. Stalls sell souvenirs and clothing and beadwork to handmade jewellery. Flush with restaurants, cafes, bars and nightclubs and a waterfront over a mile long, it is a hugely popular tourist spot. Chekov fans can visit his small house and a near by museum.

Odessa, Ukraine

With its balmy climate, seaside vistas, sandy beaches and lively street life, Odessa has an ambience more Mediterranean than Slavic. Known as the "Pearl of the Black Sea" it is among the largest cities in Ukraine (and once the 3rd leading city in old Russia after Moscow and St. Petersburg). Over 100 nationalities reside here. Green rolling hills, shady lanes, marvellous architecture reminiscent of the Right Bank in Paris, lovely, cozy squares and nicely lit terraces provide a delightful air of intimacy. Odessa's warm bays and sunlit beaches attract crowds the year `round. It is a city both charming... and unique.

Istanbul, Turkey

A jumble of cultures. Istanbul's skyline is filled with the spires and domes of mosques and medieval palaces. A king's ransom of Ottoman treasures are displayed at the Blue Mosque and Topkapi Palace (formerly home to the Ottoman sultans and their harems).

Katakolon, Greece

Katakolon is gateway to Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games. Once home to art, monuments, altars, theatres, statues and temples (the most famous the Temple of Zeus) here, each Olympic year, the still sacred flame is set alight.

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Dubrovnik boasts one of the largest and best preserved fortification systems in Europe. The construction of these medieval walls, which surround the city, stretched from the 11th to the 17th centuries. A visit here is nothing less than a step back in time.

Special Inclusions in Venice & Rome after your cruise

Day 13:

Venice & Rome. 2-hour guided coach tour on arrival. Your bags will go straight to the coach; please bring anything needed for a day of touring, shopping and dinner (check-in is post dinner in Rome). Via Tronchetto-Water Transportation System you'll meet a private boat transfer to St. Mark's Square and visit St. Mark's Basilica and Palace of Doges (optional entrance). Then walk to Bridge of Sighs and other highlights. Lunch at leisure, then transfer to airport for Rome flight. On arrival transfer and check-in at Grand Hotel Beverly Hills. Dinner & overnight at hotel.

Day 14:

Rome. Breakfast, then 3-hour guided tour by coach or on foot. Your panoramic tour by coach includes visits to St. Peter's Basilica (outside), Lungotevere, Castel Sant' Angelo, Colosseum (outside), Isola Tiberina, Piazza Venezia, Circus Maximus, Arc of Constantine, Via Cavour, Santa Maria Maggiore, Piazza Della Republica and Via Nazionale. On foot to Trevi Fountain. Lunch at leisure. At 7:00 pm transfer to Meo Patacca Restaurant for dinner. At 10:00 pm transfer to hotel or sample Rome's nightlife and return to the hotel at your own expense. Overnight at hotel.

Day 15:

Arrivaderci Roma! Breakfast is followed by a transfer to Rome Fiumicino Airport and your Alitalia flight to Toronto.

Your Rome hotel

Grand Hotel Beverly Hills ****

A modern hotel near one of the most elegant areas of Rome - the Parioli Zone near Villa Borghese and Via Veneto - the Grand Hotel Beverly Hills espouses the traditions of true Italian hospitality. Recently renovated, the hotel offers all the modern comforts. Facilities include a 24-hour concierge, a spacious lobby, popular restaurant, well-known bar, and internet access in lobby. 183 A/C rooms, all tastefully decorated and furnished, feature an in-room safe, pay mini-bar, satellite TV, direct dial phone, and bathroom with tub and/or shower.

Pre & post accommodation available. Ask your travel agent.

Deck & Cabin Plans

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Departures from Toronto to Venice, sail from Venice. Prices are before savings.*

	AIRFARE, 11 NIGHT CRUISE, 1 DAY IN VENICE 2 NIGHTS IN ROME
	Inside	Outside Ocean View	Standard Balcony	Superior Balcony
Stateroom Category	Cat.1,2,3,4,5	Cat.7,8,9	Cat.10	Cat.11
Sep 15, 26	$3,049	$3,249	$3,499	$3,699
Oct. 20	$2,949	$3,149	$3,399	$3,599

CHILDREN 11 years & under sail FREE! CHILDREN 12-17 years pay a special fare. Ask your Travel Agent.

*SAVINGS: Deduct $150 per person. Rates are in CDN$, per person based on double occupancy. Single, triple and quad also available. Quad occupancy while in Rome hotel is based on 4 people sharing 2 rooms based on double occupancy. Airfare in your cruise package is valid for 21 days without surcharge. Transportation taxes include air & port taxes & security fees, add $622.