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Aegean Odyssey
14 Night The Shores of the Mediterranean
Rome to Venice

Ship: Aegean Odyssey
Cruise Line: Voyages to Antiquity
Departures:  03 August 2012
Duration: 14 Nights
Ports: Civitavecchia, Bonifacio, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Taormina, Valletta, Dubrovnik, Hvar, Split, Venice
Airport gateway (Arrival) : Rome
Airport gateway (Departure) : Venice

Itinerary

 

Date Port Arrive Depart
Day 
1
ROME, Italy
Arrive in Rome and transfer to hotel 
   
Day 
2
ROME, Italy
Morning city tour - the Colosseum, Forum Romanum, St Peter's Basilica, Vatican Museum. Afternoon walking tour of ROME 
   
Day 
3
CIVITAVECCHIA, Italy
Free morning in Rome, afternoon transfer to CIVITAVECCHIA to board Aegean Odyssey 
embark  8.00pm 
Day 
4
BONIFACIO, Corsica
Morning tour: BONIFACIO's Haute Ville citadel, afternoon cruising the Sardinian coastline 
7.00am  12.30am 
Day 
5
CAGLIARI, Sardinia
Morning tour to the Punic Roman city of NORA, and the island of Saint Antioco. Afternoon at leisure in CAGLIARI 
8.00am  6.00pm 
Day 
6
TRAPANI, Sicily
Morning tour to SEGESTA, free afternoon or an optional visit to Erice 
8.00am  11.00pm 
Day 
7
PALERMO, Sicily
Morning tour to the Royal Norman palace, Palatine Chapel, Palermo Cathedral. Afternoon tour to MONREALE Cathedral 
7.00am  8.00pm 
Day 
8
TAORMINA, Sicily
Morning city tour including Graeco-Roman theatre Afternoon optional tour to Mount ETNA 
8.00am  7.00pm 
Day 9 VALLETTA, Malta
City tour featuring St John's Co-Cathedral, Grand Masters Palace and trip to MDINA. Afternoon at leisure 
7.00am  11.00pm 
Day 10 AT SEA
Onboard lectures on the way to Dubrovnik 
   
Day 11 DUBROVNIK, Croatia
Sightseeing tour: Church of St Blaise, the Cathedral, Rector's Palace, evening at leisure 
2.00pm  overnight 
Day 12 DUBROVNIK, Croatia
Free morning in Dubrovnik 
  12.30am 
Day 12 HVAR, Croatia
Cruising the spectacular Korcula and Hvar 
   
Day 13 SPLIT, Croatia
Morning tour of PALACE OF DIOCLETIAN 
7.00am  2.00pm 
Day 14 VENICE, Italy
Morning city tour: San Marco, Bridge of Sighs, DOGE's PALACE, afternoon at leisure, evening visit to St Mark's 
8.00am  overnight 
Day 15 VENICE, Italy
Transfer to the airport for a flight home 
disembark   

 

* Ports of call may vary based on itinerary and departure dates selected

 

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Ports

Civitavecchia

Civitavecchia is the closest port to Rome. It serves mostly as a gateway, however there are still a few points of interest in this seaside town. Most notably the Fort of Michelangelo, built in the 1500s as a major defence post. Also of interest are the ancient ruins of the Baths of Traiano, a complex of Roman Baths once used for their therapeutic benefits.


Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 70kms
Distance from port to Airport - 100kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Fort of Michelangelo, Baths of Traiano

Bonifacio

Stroll down the narrow, twisting lanes of this lovely walled cliff top medieval town past ancient buildings where native son Napoleon walked when he commanded the local garrison in 1793. Visit stunning churches like Ste. Marie-Majeur, a 12th-century structure with a fountain that collects rainwater and the old market. Or explore the starkly beautiful countryside and Sartène, a traditional Corsican town.

Country - France (Corsica)
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 30kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Sartene, Aiguilles de Bavella, Fillitosa

Cagliari

Cagliari is the capital of the island of Sardinia, a region of Italy. Cagliari's Sardinian name Casteddu literally means the castle. Cagliari offers the perfect mix of recreation and exploration options. The five-mile-long Poetto Beach is among the best city beaches on the Mediterranean, and together with the adjacent Marina Piccola, satisfies all manner of sun and sea pursuits. Seekers of culture will love Cagliari’s old district, Castello, where 13th-century towers still guard the medieval city walls.

Country -  Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from Port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
 

Trapani

Trapani is a coastal town in north-west Sicily which has been a fishing village since ancient times. Also known for its rich salt deposits, this town has a well preserved history. From the Annunciation Sanctuary to the Giudecca Palace and the Pepoli Museum, there is enough Romanesque, Gothic and Medieval treasure for history buffs to enjoy. In the evening, find a windmill from which to admire the gorgeous western mediterranean sunset.

Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 85kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
 

Annunciation Sanctuary, Giudecca Palace, Pepoli Museum

Palermo

Immerse yourself in the glorious history of this ancient city and its magnificant monuments like the imposing Norman Cathedral and the majestic 9th Century Arab palace and its breathtaking Palatine Chapel. Admire the marvelous opera house and the artifacts in the archaelogical museum

Country -  Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 32kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Quattro Canti, Museo Archeologico, Gesu Church

Taormina

Enjoy magnificent panoramic views on the way up to the town where you can stroll down medieval lanes past stunning palaces. See the famed Greek Theater and its fantastic view of Mt. Etna. Or take a trip to the volcano itself and get a first-hand look at cones, craters and lava streams from previous eruptions and a fantastic view over the Gulf of Catania. Venture into the countryside and its lovely hill towns, one with a Norman Castle built of black lava, and visit beautiful old Catania.

Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 55kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Messina Gate, Clock Tower, Arabian Necropolis

Valletta

Strategically located on Mount Sceberras overlooking the Grand and Marsamxett harbours is Valletta, the capital of Malta and an icon of baroque architecture. It is a city steeped in history, culture and religion with elaborate fortifications, palaces, museums and churches. Amongst the notable highlights are the Grand Co-Cathedral of St. John, the monastoic church of the knights of St. John, the Grand Master's Palace, Mdina, the famed walled city, war and archeological museums.

Country -  Malta
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 10kms
Currency - Maltese Liyra (MTL)

Places of Interest
Hager Qim, Mnajdra, Mellieha

Dubrovnik

On the beautiful Adriatic coast sits the ancient walled city of Dubrovnik, where medieval ramparts encircle a tight maze of narrow streets and ornate stone buildings. The walls, completed in the 13th century, have a circumference of more than a mile and a half, and along with the Old City, have been designated a World Heritage Site by UNESCO.

Country - Croatia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 20kms
Currency - Kuna (HRK)

Places of Interest
Rector's Palace, Cavtat, Old City

Hvar

This small island located in the center of the Mediterranean is a nature-lover’s delight. The arrival of Croatians to Hvar in the Middle Ages turned this temperate island into the center of Croatian arts and literature, thus ensuing the production of extraordinary works in sculpture, paintings and music. Today, Hvar offers stretches of beaches that melt into the azure waters of the Mediterranean—a paradise to tourists and locals alike.

Country - Crotia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport -45kms
Currency - Kuna (HRK)

Places of Interest
Hvar Harbour, St Stephen's Cathedral

Split

Split has a long tradition of collecting and caring for monuments. This interest appeared as early as the Renaissance. Diocletian's Palace, Mestrovic Gallery, the Archaeological Museum and the Temple of Jupiter are just a few of the impressive museums and galleries that shouldn't be missed.

Country - Croatia
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 25kms
Currency - Kuna (HRK)

Places of Interest
Diocletian Palace, Mestrovic Gallery, Archaelogical Museum

Venice

Breathe in the romance and Italian exuberance of this spellbinding city. Explore its mysterious and watery streets. Take a gondola ride to truly appreciate the atmosphere and architecture of the city. Sip a cappuccino in St. Mark’s Square or ride across the lagoon to the islands of Murano and Burano. From the Gothic arches of the Doges Palace to the intricate façade of St. Marks Cathedral, a day in Venice is bound to enchant you.

Country - Italy
Distance from port to City - 0kms
Distance from port to Airport - 8kms
Currency - Euro (EUR)

Places of Interest
Piazza San Marco, The Grand Canal, Murano and Burano

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Voyages to Antiquity

Voyages to Antiquity

DISCOVER THE ART, HISTORY AND CULTURES OF THE ANCIENT WORLD

Between 200BC and 200AD, the Romans were the masters of the Mediterranean. Their commercial vessels sailed to every corner of the region and their armies occupied all the surrounding coastlands. Indeed, the most common Latin name for the Mediterranean was mare nostrum, “our sea”. The waters these ancient mariners sailed are today the home of Voyages to Antiquity. Our aim is to combine the excitement of exploring the remarkable classical civilisations of the Mediterranean with the excellent comfort and service of boutique-style cruising.

 

Ship info

Aegean Odyssey

Aegean Odyssey is a premium class ship that is being especially rebuilt to cater for cruising in the coastal waters of the central and eastern Mediterranean. The vessel provides the best features of a small ship such as passenger space, a choice of restaurants and stability in inclement weather. It also has the personal service and intimate surroundings of a small ship. Other advantages of the ship’s size are that it is able visit ports that are too small for larger vessels, navigate around the scenic islands of the Adriatic and Mediterranean and can also pass through the Corinth Canal.


Dining

This ship has 3 restaurants

  • The Marco Polo (Lunch and Dinner)
  • The Terrace Cafe (Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner)
  • Tapas on the Terrace (Dinner)
  • Room service & late night snacks
     

Entertainment

  • Ambassador Lounge
  • Observation Lounge
  • 4 bars 
  • Lecture Theatre and Cinema

 

    Onboard Activities
  • Library
  • Shop
  • PHoto Gallery 
  • Internet Centre 
  • Outdoor Pool 
  • Spa and Jacuzzi 
  • Beauty Salon

Ship facts

Ship Details
Gross Tonnage 11,563 Tonnes
Star Rating TBA
Size/Style of Ship Small
Entered Service TBA
Registry Greece
Former Name None
Length 140.5 metres
Beam 20.4 metres
Draft 6.1 metres
Propulsion/Propellers 2 Stabilisers
Maximum Cruising Speed (knots) 18 knots
Passenger Capacity (twin) 378
Crew TBA
Nationality of Officers TBA
Nationality of Crew International
Total Cabins 198
Total Inside cabins 46
Total Outside cabins 152
Cabin/Suites with Balcony 38
Wheelchair Accessible Cabins 2
Passenger Decks 7
Cabin Electricity 220v 110v transformers available
Elevators TBA
Self-Service Laundry No
Onboard Currency (subject to change) TBA

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