Experience the elegance of Rome and the romance of the Mediterranean on this unforgettable journey. Begin with two nights in dazzling Doha before four magical days exploring the Eternal City, Rome – from the Sistine Chapel to the Spanish Steps, and even a hands-on pasta-making class.
Then step aboard the Enchanted Princess for a 14-night cruise through history, culture and breathtaking scenery. Unwind as you sail to Corfu’s Venetian charm, the medieval walls of Dubrovnik, the majestic cliffs of Santorini, and the sacred ruins of Ephesus in Turkey. Discover the ruins of Olympia, the flavours of Naples, and the sun-soaked beauty of the Amalfi Coast.
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Home pick up and return within the Auckland Metropolitan area (if applicable)
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Economy airfares on Qatar Airways Auckland-Doha, Doha-Rome, return. Upgrades are available.
Stopover and sightseeing in Doha.
Comprehensive sightseeing in Rome including the iconic Colosseum, The Pantheon, Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, the Vatican Museum, the Sistine chapel, St Peters Basilica, the largest church in the world. Ostia Antica ruins self guided visit.
A Pasta cooking class and local dinner in Rome with Opera Singers.
14 day Cruise aboard Enchanted Princess in a Balcony Stateroom. MedallionClass® experience. Enjoy effortless, personalised cruising: your stateroom unlocking as you approach, next-level service, easily finding family & friends while on board and more.
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WED 13 MAY – AUCKLAND/DOHA
Depart Auckland on Qatar Airways at 1.15pm, arrive Doha at 9.35pm. Stay 4 star Hotel, Doha, 2 nights.
THU 14 MAY – DOHA SIGHTSEEING
Morning free and then a city tour witnessing a captivating blend of modern luxury and rich cultural heritage. A Welcome dinner at a local restaurant tonight.
Included: B, D
FRI 15 MAY – DOHA/ROME
Depart Doha at 4.05pm, arrive in Rome “the Eternal City”, at 8.55pm. Dinner on the aircraft. Stay 4 star Hotel, Rome, 4 nights. Included: B
SAT 16 MAY – ROME, VATICAN CITY
Today visit the Vatican Museum; home to one of the largest art collections in the world; the Sistine chapel, home to Papal Conclaves and the ceiling frescoes, painted by Michelangelo between; and St Peters Basilica, the largest church in the world, a pilgrimage site with a vast interior, a grand dome designed by Michelangelo, and artistic treasures like the Pietà and Bernini's Baldachin. The afternoon is free then dine in a local restaurant. Included: B, D
SUN 17 MAY – ROME, COLOSSEUM, PANTHEON, TREVI FOUNTAIN
The ancient capital of the Western World and the centre of Christianity for nearly 2,000 years, Rome provides an inexhaustible feast of sights. Tour the iconic Colosseum - an amphitheatre that hosted gladiatorial contests, animal hunts, and other public spectacles. The Pantheon, a remarkably preserved ancient Roman temple, known for its massive, un-reinforced concrete dome and its opening in the dome. The Trevi Fountain - one of the largest Baroque fountains in the world immortalised on screen, in "Three Coins in the Fountain. The Spanish Steps leading to the Trinita de Monti church and the small fountain by the father of the famous sculptor Bernini. Savour a memorable evening in at a charming local restaurant serenaded by opera singers. Included: B, D
MON 18 MAY – ROME, PASTA TIME
Today a Pasta cooking class. Master the dish then dine together. Free afternoon. Explore vibrant Rome. Included: B, L
TUE 19 MAY – ROME/CRUISE
A leisurely morning then transfer to the Port for embarkation on Enchanted Princess for your fabulous 14 night cruise, in a Balcony Cabin. Included: B, D
– EMBARK (CIVITAVECCHIA) ROME, ITALY
WED 20 MAY - AT SEA
THU 21 MAY - CORFU, GREECE
The lush and verdant island of Corfu lies in the Ionian Sea, midway between Greece and Italy. The island has a long and colourful history. First colonized by the city-state of Corinth, Corfu has been ruled by the Romans, the Venetians, the French and the English. Corfu Town boasts fortresses bearing the insignia of the Venetian Republic, an esplanade lavishly planted by the French during the Napoleonic Wars, and an English cricket pitch. The island also offers some of the finest coastal scenery in the entire Mediterranean. Corfu's old town is a mixture of the medieval and the modern. The Esplanade, planted with palms and eucalyptus by the French, leads to the English cricket pitch.
Included: B, L, D
FRI 22 MAY - DUBROVNIK, CROATIA
Dubrovnik is a beautiful stone jewel hugging the Adriatic Sea. This picture-perfect medieval walled city offers ancient stone buildings, narrow cobbled streets and fortified ramparts rising above red-tiled rooftops. Stradun is the city's focal point and main artery while Dubrovnik's streets are blessedly free of vehicular traffic. Despite the heavy damage inflicted by shelling in the early '90s, Dubrovnik has been restored to its pre-war beauty. A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the old city remains the pride of the Republic of Croatia. For six centuries Dubrovnik was an independent republic - an oligarchy ruled by patrician families. The Republic was overthrown by Napoleon in 1808. Included: B, L, D
SAT 23 MAY - KOTOR, MONTENEGRO
Kotor lies at the head of Boka Bay. Bordered by towering limestone cliffs, the winding bay is actually Southern Europe's longest and most dramatic fjord. The port itself is a medieval gem: its narrow, asymmetrical streets are lined with ancient stone houses, old palaces, and churches dating from the 12th century. Kotor is also your gateway to the cultural and scenic wonders of Montenegro, from the old royal capital at Cetinje to the marshes and wildlife of Lake Skadar National Park.
Kotor is renowned for its nightlife: the streets of the old port are lined with pubs, taverns and cafés. The city is also host to a renowned summer carnival.
Included: B, L, D
SUN 24 MAY - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
MON 25 MAY - NAPLES, ITALY
Italy's third-largest city, Naples is a bustling metropolis famed for it stately buildings, crowded streets, pizza - and notoriously bad traffic. However, this beautiful city is rich in centuries-old culture and customs. Naples is also your gateway to the Isle of Capri, the fabled Amalfi Coast and the ruins of Pompeii, buried in ash by the cataclysmic eruption of Mt. Vesuvius in 79 A.D. Naples boasts an ideal location, with both the ruins of Roman cities and the stunning Amalfi Coast, to the South.. Included: B, L, D
MON 26 MAY - ROME
Civitavecchia has served as Rome's seaport since the 13th century. The port has a long and venerable history. The emperor Trajan built a pleasure villa near the modern city, while Bernini and Michelangelo designed the harbor fortifications. Included: B, L, D
TUE 27 MAY - NAPLES
Explore vibrant and cultural Naples, the home of the Neapolitan pizza. Included: B, L, D
WED 28 MAY - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
THU 29 MAY - SANTORINI, GREECE
A catastrophic volcanic eruption travaged Santorini circa 1600 B.C. In 1967, archaeologists on Santorini unearthed the remains of a Bronze Age city that may have been home to as many as 30,000 people. Whether the Lost Continent of Atlantis is rooted in myth or reality, an undisputed fact remains. The eruption created a caldera - and one of the most dramatic land and seascapes in the entire Mediterranean. On Santorini, whitewashed buildings cling to vertiginous cliffs that plunge to a turquoise sea. Included: B, L, D
FRI 30 MAY - KUSADASI, TURKEY
From the port of Kusadasi on Turkey's Anatolian Coast, one travels into the past. Nearby stand the ruins of ancient Ephesus, a major site of archeological excavation. The city was once a Roman provincial capital and trading centre. Ephesus is also home to several of Christendom's holiest sites. St. Paul preached at the Great Theatre and the ruins of Ephesus' Basilica cover the tomb of Christ's most beloved disciple, St. John the Apostle. In Kusadasi, whitewashed stone houses rise in tiers behind the market district. The palm-lined esplanade is the center of town life, with thousands of merchants offering wares to rival the Grand Bazaar in Istanbul. Included: B, L, D
SAT 31 MAY - KATAKOLON, GREECE
Perched on the west coast of the Peloponnesus, Greece's largest peninsula, this sleepy fishing village of some 300 souls is your gateway to Olympia, site of the original Olympic Games. Held every four years between 776 B.C. and 393 A.D., when the Emperor Theodosius banned pagan festivals, the Olympic Games celebrated the ideal harmony of mind and body. Every four years, the sacred flame of Altis is rekindled to light the torch for the Modern Games. Olympia's temples were destroyed after the games were banned. An earthquake in the 6th century compounded the destruction, and floods buried the site. Excavation of the ruins began in 1875, and Olympia was declared a National Park in 1976.
Included: B, L, D
SUN 01 JUN - AT SEA
Included: B, L, D
TUE 02 JUN - DISEMBARK CRUISE ROME
Your cruise ends in Rome after breakfast this morning. Visit Ostia Antica, the once thriving harbour as the main seaport of ancient Rome, for a self-guided visit of the Roman ruins. It’s a remarkably well-preserved glimpse into daily life in ancient Rome. Highlights include the grand Roman theatre, which still hosts performances today, beautifully preserved mosaics in the public baths, and the Capitolium temple overlooking the main square. Later transfer to Rome Airport. Depart for Doha at 4.10pm, arrive at 10.40pm. Included: B
WED 03 JUN - DOHA/AUCKLAND
Depart Doha at 1.20am. Arrive Auckland 04 June, at 2.45am.
Deposit: $3,000pp
