Cunard Fly-Med Cruise Collection

Itinerary

• Day 1 - Fly from the UK to Rome, Italy
  Fly from the UK to Rome and transfer to you hotel in central Rome for an overnight stay.
• Day 2 - Rome, Italy
  A further overnight hotel stay. You will be spoilt for choice in this infinitely intriguing city where an unsurpassed vibrancy of life mixes with epic history, tasty cuisine, top class shopping and a joyous nightlife. Peel back layer upon layer history with world class sights such as the Coliseum, The Roman Forum, the Trevi Fountain and more. The Pantheon is awe-inspiring dating back to 27 BC and is the only complete structure from the Roman Empire still standing. The circus maximus once seated 250,000 spectators for chariot races around 11 BC. While the oval shape of Piazza Navona, which houses the magnificent Four River Fountain, is a clue to its Stadium of Domitian heritage from 86 AD were gladiators fought and athletes competed. The Spanish steps, he home of John Keats, were built in 1723-1725 and are another of those must-see places - a place to sit and people watch artists, poets and painters.
• Day 3 - Civitavecchia Port, Italy
  Make your own way from your Rome hotel to Civitavecchia port- the most economical, quickest and convenient way is by train from the nearby Train Terminii station costing approximately eight euros per person. Embark the ship and enjoy the sail-away party.
• Day 4 - Livorno, Italy
  Approximately 30-minutes from the port lies the ancient city of Pisa with its famous leaning tower. Then it's on to Florence - a renaissance treasure founded in the 16th century. Visit the the Uffizi Gallery and the main cathedral Il Duomo Di Firenze which was started in 1296 and completed in 1436. No visit to Florence would be complete without a walk across Ponte Vecchio which is lined with gold and silver merchants.
• Day 5 - At sea
  Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
• Day 6 - Toulon, France
  The city's many attractions include a historic quarter, port, beaches and Mont Faron mountain. Enjoy strolling around the Provencal market with its stalls piled high with sun-packed fruit and vegetables. The city is also home to a naval base where you can find out about the areas maritime heritage by taking a boat tour of the bay. The bus service next to the passenger terminal takes you to the Mourillon beaches in just 15 minutes. These vast family-style beaches are lined with bars and restaurants and are an invitation to the joys of the gentle Provencal lifestyle.
• Day 7 - At sea
  Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
• Day 8 - Majorca, Spain
  Perfect for a beach stop, a wander around Palma the capital, a visit to the mountains and the monastery of Valldemossa - one time home of Chopin.
• Day 9 - Valencia, Spain
  Walk through the heart of Old Valencia where you will discover the cathedral, the old silk exchange and the historic central market. The pretty Plaza de la Reina is where you can view the beautiful architecture of the thirteenth century cathedral, rumoured to be the home of the Holy Grail. Also see the 'Miquelet', the city's most famous bell tower. Explore the narrow atmospheric streets of the old town full of beautiful old buildings which belonged to the medieval noble families. One of the highlights is La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia, a UNESCO World Heritage site which dates from the 15th century and was originally used for trading silk.
• Day 10 - Barcelona, Spain
  The Christopher Columbus Statue marks the entrance to the port and the start of Las Ramblas pedestrian area - lined with shops, bars and restaurants where street entertainers keep you entertained. Perhaps visit the famous Sagrada Familia Cathedral which was started in 1882 and is still not complete. Universal's Port Aventura theme Park is situated close by, there is also the Picasso Museum, Gaudi Architecture and the Barcelona FC museum.