Classical Rome Tour

Journey from Civitavecchia to the Eternal City and discover Rome's most iconic landmarks on this panoramic and walking excursion designed to showcase the highlights in a single unforgettable day.

Upon arrival in Rome, your first stop will be Vatican City, the heart of the Roman Catholic Church. From St. Peter's Square, admire the impressive exterior of St. Peter's Basilica, one of the world's most renowned Renaissance churches. Please note that this tour does not include entry into the Basilica. During the Vatican stop, you will admire St. Peter's Basilica from the outside, with explanations provided by your guide. At this stop, you will also have some free time at a souvenir shop.

Back aboard your coach, enjoy panoramic views of several historic sites as you drive through the city, including Tiber Island, Trastevere, Circus Maximus, and the Palatine Hill.

Arriving at the Colosseum, you will stop to admire this world-famous ancient amphitheater from the outside. Built between 70 and 80 AD, the Colosseum is one of the New Seven Wonders of the World and remains a powerful symbol of Imperial Rome. Take advantage of excellent photo opportunities while your guide shares fascinating insights into its history.

From here, your guided walking tour begins. Stroll along Via dei Fori Imperiali with views over the Roman Forum, once the political, religious, and commercial center of ancient Rome. Continue to Venice Square to admire the impressive Victor Emmanuel II Monument, also known as the Altar of the Fatherland.

Your walk will continue to the Trevi Fountain, the largest and most famous Baroque fountain in the city. Be sure to toss a coin into the fountain to ensure your return to Rome. You will then pass by the magnificent Pantheon, one of the best-preserved monuments of Ancient Rome. Originally built as a temple to all the gods and later converted into a church, it is renowned for its impressive dome and central oculus. Your tour continues to the lively Piazza Navona, where elegant fountains and stunning Baroque architecture provide the perfect backdrop to soak in the atmosphere of the Eternal City. Free time for lunch (not included) will be scheduled by your guide either near the Trevi Fountain or in the Piazza Navona area. At the conclusion of your Roman adventure, your guide will escort you back to the bus, where you can sit back and relax on the scenic drive to Civitavecchia.

Please Note: This tour does not include visits to the interiors of any attractions or landmarks. This tour is intended for guests arriving in Civitavecchia. While guests staying in hotels are always welcome, they are responsible for arranging their own transportation to the meeting location on the day of the tour. This tour is available in Spanish upon request. Please select your preferred language above when placing your booking. The tour may be presented in both English and Spanish. This tour can accommodate guests who are disembarking their cruise ship with luggage. You may bring luggage on this tour and leave it on the bus while touring. If you are disembarking your ship and do not wish to ride back to the cruise pier, the tour will end at the Justice Palace, Piazza dei Tribunali. All guests planning to return to the port should check with the guide for the shuttle's final departure time and location.

Best of Taormina

This luxurious Sicily tour starts with a 40 minute coastal drive in a luxury vehicle before arriing in Taormina. Once there, you have the flexibility to sightsee as you like as you explore this charming town on your own. Taormina, tucked onto a mountainside on the east coast of Sicily, is a chic, tourist-friendly resort town that also features medieval and ancient sites.

While sightseeing, you might want to visit the Teatro Greco, ruins of a theatre built in the 3rd century BC, or you can head to Piazza del Duomo, which features a medieval cathedral with an ornate fountain built in the 17th century.

This small group half day Taormina tour is available year round and departs from the Messina cruise ship terminal upon your ship's arrival.

Check the weather and dress for comfort on this tour. Light layers are suggested, and comfortable walking shoes are a must. Tickets for this tour do not include food, beverages, or entrance fees to museums or attractions. Snacks, however, will be available for purchase. Please note: this tour is not wheelchair accessible.

Santorini Volcano and Hot Springs

Climb aboard a boat for an adventurous journey to the world famous Caldera. 3,500 years ago, Santorini witnessed an awesome volcanic explosion in the Aegean Sea, which created a huge depression over a mile deep. This depression covered by water is called the Caldera. The Santorini caldera is approximately four miles in diameter. On the other side of the Caldera is Nea Kameni, an impressive volcano. This is your destination! The ride is approximately 15 to 20 minutes. During the short trip, the multilingual escort on board will give passengers some basic information about the volcano and the time to be back on board.

A free leaflet with a presentation of the volcano is available ashore at the entrance of the volcano site. You will be provided time to explore the volcano's slope and, for the more adventurous, time to climb to the crater on your own. The terrain is often compared to a foreign planet, given its barren nature and extremely unique features and colors. Those choosing to climb to the crater will be rewarded with incredible views of Santorini and the Mediterranean Sea.

After your Santorini volcano tour visit, you will reboard your vessel and sail along the spectacular lava rock to a protected harbor, where you will anchor in deep water. From here you can relax and enjoy the majestic views, or swim ashore to enjoy the natural hot springs. Geologists believe the hot springs have concentrated iron and manganese, which are good for the body and have curative properties.

Your boat will carry you back to the pier in Fira, where you can catch a tender back to your ship, purchase a cable car or donkey ride up to Fira town, or if you are up for the challenge, climb the 500 or more steps.

Please Note: For those wishing to enter the volcano, there is a supplemental fee of 5 EUR per person to be paid at the site. Boats used on the tour hold up to 150 guests, and are shared by several tour groups. Tours are given in multiple languages. Crowds are to be expected at the volcano.