Rome, Vesuvius, Capri & Sorrento + Western Mediterranean Mosaic cruise

Capri
The Colosseum, Rome
St Peters Square, Rome
Pompeii with Vesuvius in the background
Frescoes in Pompeii
The beautiful Amalfi coast
Sorrento
D'alt Vila, Ibiza Old Town
Florence skyline
Arno River waterfront, Florence
Leaning Tower & Square of Miracles, Pisa
Monte Carlo near Villefranche
Plaza del Ayuntamiento, Valencia
Medina, Tunis
Carthage, Tunisia
Greco-Roman ruins at Taormina
Taormina and Mount Etna, Sicily

Your Itinerary

DAY 1: UK - Naples - Rome.

Fly to Naples where you will be met by our representative and transferred to your hotel in Rome for three nights.

DAY 2 to 3: Rome.

The Italian capital never fails to delight, offering up classical antiquities and amazing monuments wherever you turn. Your included tour with a local guide today showcases the very best the 'Eternal City' has to offer. Wonder at the fountains and colonnades of St Peter's Square, step back in time at the Roman Forum and marvel at the Colosseum, where gladiators fought up until the 5th century. Later, make the most of your time in this glorious city by choosing from our great-value optional excursions, including a dinner outing. (B)

DAY 4: Rome - Vesuvius - Pompeii - Capri or Anacapri.

This morning witness one of the world's most awe-inspiring sights - mighty Mount Vesuvius, mainland Europe's only live volcano. After gazing at this natural wonder, continue on to the remarkable ruins at Pompeii. Buried under ash when Vesuvius erupted in 79AD, your guided walk through the excavations lead you past villas, baths, shops and most movingly of all, plaster casts of the victims. Next, ride a ferry across the Bay of Naples to Capri to stay for two nights. (B,D) Note: On occasions the crossing to Capri may be made by hydrofoil, which involves baggage restrictions - your Tour Director will explain these if necessary.

DAY 5: Capri.

Spend the day discovering the delights of this tiny island, whose rugged cliffs are peppered with sea caves, including the famous 'Blue Grotto'. Once here, most visitors head for the jetset haunt of Capri Town. You'll find cobbled streets crammed with designer boutiques, shops and restaurants wrapped round a charming main square, La Piazzetta. Join our optional tour of Capri's highlights or enjoy one of the island's lovely walks, discovering its beauty close-up. (B, D)

DAY 6: Capri - Amalfi - Sorrento.

Today begins with a ferry ride back to the mainland and a drive along the breathtaking Amalfi Coast. Soak up the thrilling views as you travel the hairpin roads of this fabled stretch of coast, passing terraced lemon groves, whitewashed cliffside towns and sparkling bays. Stop in picturesque Amalfi to admire the Duomo di Sant'Andrea. (B, D)

DAY 7 to 8: Sorrento.

Enjoy two days to explore the charming resort of Sorrento. Take in the stunning views from its clifftops, browse its chic shops, relax in its alfresco restaurants or delve into its quaint medieval quarter. (B)

DAY 9: Livorno (for Florence and Pisa).

On the western shores of Tuscany, 16th century Livorno is the gateway to two of Italy's most poetic cities - Pisa and Florence. Founded in 1577 by the Medici family, its photogenic centre is an easy walk from the port and features lovely canals, bridges and plazas fringed with chic cafés and shops. Nearby, Pisa is famed for its amazing Leaning Tower and magnificent cathedral while Florence, the capital of Renaissance art, is home to the magnificent Uffizi Gallery featuring works by Michelangelo and Da Vinci, the Piazza del Duomo, the statue-filled Piazza della Signoria and the fairytale Ponte Vecchio bridge. (B, L, D)

DAY 9: Sorrento - Naples to embark your cruise ship.

Transfer to your cruise ship, MSC Orchestra, for embarkation. (B, D)

DAY 10: Livorno (for Florence and Pisa).

On the western shores of Tuscany, 16th century Livorno is the gateway to two of Italy's most poetic cities - Pisa and Florence. Founded in 1577 by the Medici family, its photogenic centre is an easy walk from the port and features lovely canals, bridges and plazas fringed with chic cafés and shops. Nearby, Pisa is famed for its amazing Leaning Tower and magnificent cathedral while Florence, the capital of Renaissance art, is home to the magnificent Uffizi Gallery featuring works by Michelangelo and Da Vinci, the Piazza del Duomo, the statue-filled Piazza della Signoria and the fairytale Ponte Vecchio bridge. (B, L, D)

DAY 10: Villefranche.

Villefranche enjoys a stunning location on one of the deepest natural harbours in the Mediterranean and is conveniently located close to both Nice and Monaco. The Old Town is made up of a labyrinth of steep lanes built on the terraced hillside. Why not enjoy an optional excursion to glamorous Monte Carlo, part of the principality of Monaco. Monaco is still presided over by the Grimaldi Royal family and is one of Europe's smallest independent states. Parts of the city are perched atop sheer, 200-foot high sea cliffs and offer spectacular views. Today, roam the quaint Old Town streets to see the handsome Rococo Casino, the Palais du Prince - once home to Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, and the cathedral which houses both of their tombs. (B, L, D)

DAY 11: Valencia.

Home of paella, vibrant Valencia boasts a chequered past of Roman and Moorish occupation. Fringed by golden beaches, its centre is a compelling blend of sunny plazas, Gothic churches, gardens and modern skyscrapers. Explore the charming centre's narrow alleyways and visit the stunning Romanesque-Gothic-Baroque Cathedral, said to be the resting place of the Holy Grail, to climb the coiling staircase of its octagonal tower for breathtaking views over the city below. Later, admire Valencia's main square, the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, the fine Museo de Bellas Artes and the Torres de Serranos, part of the city's original 14th century gate. (B, L, D)

DAY 11: Villefranche.

Villefranche enjoys a stunning location on one of the deepest natural harbours in the Mediterranean and is conveniently located close to both Nice and Monaco. The Old Town is made up of a labyrinth of steep lanes built on the terraced hillside. Why not enjoy an optional excursion to glamorous Monte Carlo, part of the principality of Monaco. Monaco is still presided over by the Grimaldi Royal family and is one of Europe's smallest independent states. Parts of the city are perched atop sheer, 200-foot high sea cliffs and offer spectacular views. Today, roam the quaint Old Town streets to see the handsome Rococo Casino, the Palais du Prince - once home to Prince Rainier and Princess Grace, and the cathedral which houses both of their tombs. (B, L, D)

DAY 12: Ibiza.

Known as a party island, Ibiza has much more to offer than vibrant nightlife. Scratch the surface and you'll find a wonderfully laid-back island of stunning scenery, charming resorts and amazing beaches. Join an optional tour of the interior, taking in traditional, sugar-cube villages spread over rolling hillsides draped in fragrant fruit groves. Enjoy free time to explore the capital, Ibiza Town, which clusters around d'Alt Vila, the picturesque walled old quarter. This beautiful district rises steeply from the harbour in a flurry of curling cobbled lanes, whitewashed houses and picturesque chapels and houses the 16th century hilltop citadel and fortifications and a splendid 13th century Gothic Cathedral. (B, L, D)

DAY 12: Valencia.

Home of paella, vibrant Valencia boasts a chequered past of Roman and Moorish occupation. Fringed by golden beaches, its centre is a compelling blend of sunny plazas, Gothic churches, gardens and modern skyscrapers. Explore the charming centre's narrow alleyways and visit the stunning Romanesque-Gothic-Baroque Cathedral, said to be the resting place of the Holy Grail, to climb the coiling staircase of its octagonal tower for breathtaking views over the city below. Later, admire Valencia's main square, the Plaza del Ayuntamiento, the fine Museo de Bellas Artes and the Torres de Serranos, part of the city's original 14th century gate. (B, L, D)

DAY 13: Ibiza.

Known as a party island, Ibiza has much more to offer than vibrant nightlife. Scratch the surface and you'll find a wonderfully laid-back island of stunning scenery, charming resorts and amazing beaches. Join an optional tour of the interior, taking in traditional, sugar-cube villages spread over rolling hillsides draped in fragrant fruit groves. Enjoy free time to explore the capital, Ibiza Town, which clusters around d'Alt Vila, the picturesque walled old quarter. This beautiful district rises steeply from the harbour in a flurry of curling cobbled lanes, whitewashed houses and picturesque chapels and houses the 16th century hilltop citadel and fortifications and a splendid 13th century Gothic Cathedral. (B, L, D)

DAY 13: La Goulette (for Tunis and Carthage).

The capital of Tunisia, Tunis is a melting pot of Arabic, French and African influences. Today, explore this fascinating city and its spellbinding medina at leisure. Dating from the Middle Ages, the maze of winding lanes brims with spice shops, perfume vendors, mosques and colonial houses. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Carthage, an ancient Phoenician city that once rivalled Rome, to admire its spectacular ruins or visit Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia's most beautiful village, where white-and-blue houses and artists' workshops pepper a clifftop. (B, L, D)

DAY 14: Catania (for Taormina and Mount Etna).

A land of Greek temples, Roman relics and colourful seaside resorts, Sicily has much to see. Discover Mount Etna on an optional tour, driving through lush vineyards and fruit groves to the volcano at the island's centre, which has erupted over 130 times. Its magnificent crater, lava fields and potholes are reminders of its mighty power. Alternatively, visit Taormina, one of Sicily's most picturesque towns, on an optional tour. Founded by Ancient Greece, this clifftop jewel has flower-filled streets and medieval buildings galore, and is crowned by a spectacular amphitheatre that commands fantastic views over the Mediterranean and Mount Etna. (B, L, D)

DAY 14: La Goulette (for Tunis and Carthage).

The capital of Tunisia, Tunis is a melting pot of Arabic, French and African influences. Today, explore this fascinating city and its spellbinding medina at leisure. Dating from the Middle Ages, the maze of winding lanes brims with spice shops, perfume vendors, mosques and colonial houses. Alternatively, join an optional excursion to Carthage, an ancient Phoenician city that once rivalled Rome, to admire its spectacular ruins or visit Sidi Bou Said, Tunisia's most beautiful village, where white-and-blue houses and artists' workshops pepper a clifftop. (B, L, D)

DAY 15: Catania (for Taormina and Mount Etna).

A land of Greek temples, Roman relics and colourful seaside resorts, Sicily has much to see. Discover Mount Etna on an optional tour, driving through lush vineyards and fruit groves to the volcano at the island's centre, which has erupted over 130 times. Its magnificent crater, lava fields and potholes are reminders of its mighty power. Alternatively, visit Taormina, one of Sicily's most picturesque towns, on an optional tour. Founded by Ancient Greece, this clifftop jewel has flower-filled streets and medieval buildings galore, and is crowned by a spectacular amphitheatre that commands fantastic views over the Mediterranean and Mount Etna. (B, L, D)

DAY 15: Naples - UK.

After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)

DAY 16: Naples - UK.

After breakfast, disembark your ship and transfer to the airport for your flight to the UK. (B)

On certain departures the tour may operate with overnights in Sorrento on days 4 and 5, followed by two nights in Capri on days 6 and 7.

Accommodation on Tour

Rome: Parco Tirreno (4*); Capri: Villa San Michele at Anacapri (3*) or La Residenza (4*); Sorrento: Tirrenia (3*).

Early Booking Offer

Upgrade your cabin to an outside to receive £50 per cabin, an outside with balcony to receive £100 per cabin or a suite (on request) to receive £150 per cabin on board credit, subject to availability.

Your Holiday Map

Rome, Vesuvius, Capri & Sorrento + Western Mediterranean Mosaic cruise

MSC Orchestra
Twin inside cabin, MSC Orchestra
Twin outside cabin with porthole, MSC Orchestra
Balcony cabin, MSC Orchestra
Four Seasons Dining Room, MSC Orchestra
Villa Borghese Dining Room, MSC Orchestra
L'Ibiscus Dining Room, MSC Orchestra
Shanghai Restaurant, MSC Orchestra
Amber Bar, MSC Orchestra
Purple Bar, MSC Orchestra
Café, MSC Orchestra

MSC Orchestra

Suffused with a refreshing sense of spaciousness and style, MSC Orchestra is a thoroughly contemporary ship designed to embody MSC's respected reputation for good service, well-appointed accommodation and cutting edge design. Offering a varied choice of themed bars and lounges, plenty of leisure amenities and exciting activities to choose from, MSC Orchestra comfortably accommodates 3013 guests in 1275 bright, comfortable cabins and is an ideal base from which the explore the wonders of the Mediterranean.

Public Rooms & Facilities

Sun deck; 2 swimming pools; 4 Jacuzzis; 5 restaurants; 8 bars and lounges and 2 outdoor bars; sports centre with basketball and tennis courts; jogging track; mini golf and deck games; Body & Mind Spa with thalassotherapy, hydrotherapy, chromotherapy, aromatherapy, massage, saunas and Turkish Baths; fitness centre; yoga; beauty parlour; Palm Beach casino; Covent Garden theatre; cigar room; shopping arcade; art galleries; card room; library; disco; internet centre; medical centre; 13 lifts.

Dining

Your cruise includes full board. The choice of on board dining options includes 2 dining rooms: Villa Borghese and L'Ibiscus, as well as the Shanghai Chinese Restaurant, La Piazzetta Cafeteria, and 4 Seasons à la carte restaurant. Many dishes are cooked with a traditional Italian flavour, although an assortment of international-styled options is also available.

Cabins

All cabins have twin beds that can be made up as a double; air-conditioning; satellite TV; minibar; safety deposit box; telephone; shower and wc. Your holiday price includes a category 3 inside cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.

Options/Upgrades

Cabin Categories & Descriptions

3 Twin inside cabin lower deck

4 Twin outside cabin lower deck

6 Twin balcony cabin middle deck

8 Twin balcony cabin middle deck

11 Twin balcony cabin middle/upper deck

12 Balcony suite upper deck

Tipping

A fixed service charge of 7 euros per person per day will automatically be added to your on board account. This will be shared amongst the crew. Tipping is discretionary and should you wish to make adjustments, you may do so by contacting the guest reception desk during your cruise.

MSC Orchestra
Twin inside cabin, MSC Orchestra
Twin outside cabin with porthole, MSC Orchestra
Balcony cabin, MSC Orchestra
Four Seasons Dining Room, MSC Orchestra
Villa Borghese Dining Room, MSC Orchestra
L'Ibiscus Dining Room, MSC Orchestra
Shanghai Restaurant, MSC Orchestra
Amber Bar, MSC Orchestra
Purple Bar, MSC Orchestra
Café, MSC Orchestra

MSC Orchestra

Suffused with a refreshing sense of spaciousness and style, MSC Orchestra is a thoroughly contemporary ship designed to embody MSC's respected reputation for good service, well-appointed accommodation and cutting edge design. Offering a varied choice of themed bars and lounges, plenty of leisure amenities and exciting activities to choose from, MSC Orchestra comfortably accommodates 3013 guests in 1275 bright, comfortable cabins and is an ideal base from which the explore the wonders of the Mediterranean.

Public Rooms & Facilities

Sun deck; 2 swimming pools; 4 Jacuzzis; 5 restaurants; 8 bars and lounges and 2 outdoor bars; sports centre with basketball and tennis courts; jogging track; mini golf and deck games; Body & Mind Spa with thalassotherapy, hydrotherapy, chromotherapy, aromatherapy, massage, saunas and Turkish Baths; fitness centre; yoga; beauty parlour; Palm Beach casino; Covent Garden theatre; cigar room; shopping arcade; art galleries; card room; library; disco; internet centre; medical centre; 13 lifts.

Dining

Your cruise includes full board. The choice of on board dining options includes 2 dining rooms: Villa Borghese and L'Ibiscus, as well as the Shanghai Chinese Restaurant, La Piazzetta Cafeteria, and 4 Seasons à la carte restaurant. Many dishes are cooked with a traditional Italian flavour, although an assortment of international-styled options is also available.

Cabins

All cabins have twin beds that can be made up as a double; air-conditioning; satellite TV; minibar; safety deposit box; telephone; shower and wc. Your holiday price includes a category 3 inside cabin, or you may choose to upgrade.

Options/Upgrades

Cabin Categories & Descriptions

3 Twin inside cabin lower deck

4 Twin outside cabin lower deck

6 Twin balcony cabin middle deck

8 Twin balcony cabin middle deck

11 Twin balcony cabin middle/upper deck

12 Balcony suite upper deck

Tipping

A fixed service charge of 7 euros per person per day will automatically be added to your on board account. This will be shared amongst the crew. Tipping is discretionary and should you wish to make adjustments, you may do so by contacting the guest reception desk during your cruise.

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Rome, Vesuvius, Capri & Sorrento + Western Mediterranean Mosaic cruise

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Your Itinerary

DAY 1: UK - Naples - Rome.

DAY 2 to 3: Rome.

DAY 4: Rome - Vesuvius - Pompeii - Capri or Anacapri.

DAY 5: Capri.

DAY 6: Capri - Amalfi - Sorrento.

DAY 7 to 8: Sorrento.

DAY 9: Livorno (for Florence and Pisa).

DAY 9: Sorrento - Naples to embark your cruise ship.

DAY 10: Livorno (for Florence and Pisa).

DAY 10: Villefranche.

DAY 11: Valencia.

DAY 11: Villefranche.

DAY 12: Ibiza.

DAY 12: Valencia.

DAY 13: Ibiza.

DAY 13: La Goulette (for Tunis and Carthage).

DAY 14: Catania (for Taormina and Mount Etna).

DAY 14: La Goulette (for Tunis and Carthage).

DAY 15: Catania (for Taormina and Mount Etna).

DAY 15: Naples - UK.

DAY 16: Naples - UK.

Accommodation on Tour

Early Booking Offer

Your Holiday Map

MSC Orchestra

MSC Orchestra