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  • Monte Carlo-TO-Istanbul
  • Cruise Highlights
  • Ship
    Seven Seas
    Splendor®
  • Departs
    Apr 20
    2025
  • Duration
    17
    Nights
  • Shore Excursions
    Up to 118
    Included
    • Contact
      1.866.585.0942
    • Fares From
      $10,399
       
    • Request Pricing

ITINERARY & EXCURSIONS

Click here to receive a list of all shore excursions being offered on this voyage.

A PDF of the available Shore Excursions for this voyage will be sent to the email address you provided shortly. If you do not receive it, please check your spam/junk folder and add noreply@rssc.com to your contacts.

Apr 20
Sun
Monte Carlo,
Monaco
Apr 21
Mon
Monte Carlo,
Monaco
7:00 PM
Apr 22
Tue
Cruising the Ligurian Sea
Apr 23
Wed
Salerno,
Italy
7:00 AM
Apr 24
Thu
Salerno,
Italy
Apr 25
Fri
Salerno,
Italy
1:00 PM
Apr 26
Sat
Cruising the Ionian Sea
Apr 27
Sun
Ephesus (Kusadasi),
Turkey
1:00 PM
Apr 28
Mon
Ephesus (Kusadasi),
Turkey
5:00 PM
Apr 29
Tue
Athens (Piraeus),
Greece
5:30 AM
Apr 30
Wed
Athens (Piraeus),
Greece
9:00 PM
May 01
Thu
Santorini,
Greece
8:00 AM
9:00 PM
May 02
Fri
Rhodes,
Greece
8:00 AM
6:00 PM
May 03
Sat
Bodrum,
Turkey
8:00 AM
6:00 PM
May 04
Sun
Ephesus (Kusadasi),
Turkey
8:00 AM
6:00 PM
May 05
Mon
Cruising the Aegean Sea
May 06
Tue
Istanbul,
Turkey
1:00 PM
May 07
Wed
Istanbul,
Turkey
= anchor port

What's Included

LUXURIES INCLUDED IN ALL SUITES:

  • Unlimited Shore Excursions
  • Exquisite dining, including all specialty restaurants at no added cost
  • Unlimited beverages, fine wines, craft cocktails, specialty coffees & more
  • Customizable in-suite mini bar replenished daily with your preferences
  • Pre-Paid gratuities
  • Unlimited WiFi*
  • Valet laundry service
  • 24-Hour in-suite dining
  • Open bars and lounges & dynamic entertainment and enrichment experiences

CONCIERGE SUITES AND HIGHER INCLUDE:

  • 1-night pre-cruise hotel package
  • Priority Online Reservations for shore excursions & onboard dining
  • Additional Savings on Regent Choice experiences & land programs

PENTHOUSE SUITES AND HIGHER INCLUDE:

  • Personal Butler for an elevated in-suite experience
  • Daily Canapés

For an even more seamless journey, starting from the time you leave home, choose an Ultimate All-Inclusive Fare

  • Included Flights Roundtrip flights with flexibility to choose desired air class
  • Included Transfers Coach transfers between airport and ship
  • Included Chauffeur Private executive chauffeur credit of up to $500 per suite

*See Terms & Conditions for full details.

Suites, Fares & Availability

Seven Seas Splendor® is luxury perfected. From her elegant décor to the crowning Regent Suite, every space is elevated to the utmost.
Flexibility Inclusions

CHOOSE FROM TWO ALL-INCLUSIVE FARE OPTIONS

We believe that flexibility is the ultimate luxury, which is why we are pleased to offer several fare options. Choose an All-Inclusive Cruise Fare and enjoy the included luxuries of your voyage and freedom of arranging your air travel independently. Or elevate your fare package to Ultimate All-Inclusive*, which provides flights in your preferred air class where available, coach transfers between airport and ship, and a new private executive chauffeur service with Blacklane.

  • Veranda Suite H

    307
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $31,798
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $10,399
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Wait List
  • Deluxe Veranda Suite G2

    341
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $33,198
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $11,099
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Deluxe Veranda Suite G1

    341
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $34,198
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $11,599
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Superior Suite F2

    415-464
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $35,998
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $12,499
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Superior Suite F1

    415-464
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $37,198
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $13,099
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Concierge Suite E

    415-464
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $39,198
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $14,099
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Concierge Suite D

    415-464
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $40,398
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $14,699
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Penthouse Suite C

    561-626
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $48,198
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $18,599
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Wait List
  • Penthouse Suite B

    561-626
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $48,798
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $18,899
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Wait List
  • Penthouse Suite A

    561-626
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $49,598
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $19,299
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Wait List
  • Seven Seas Suite SS

    814
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $57,398
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $23,199
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Wait List
  • Splendor Suite SP

    821-918
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $64,998
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $26,999
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Grand Suite Aft

    1277-1836
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $73,198
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $31,099
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Grand Suite Forward

    1277-1836
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $73,198
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $31,099
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Available
  • Master Suite MS

    1895-2108
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $81,798
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $35,399
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Wait List
  • Regent Suite RS

    4443
    FT2
    Published Fare
    $214,998
    Per Person
    2-for-1 All Inclusive Cruise Fare
    $101,999
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Economy Air
    +$1,560
    Per Person
    *Ultimate Upgrade With Business Air
    +$4,560
    Per Person
    Availability
    Wait List
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Land Programs & Hotels

  • Explore the most captivating attractions in Budapest and in the surrounding countryside and enhance the experience by luxuriating at a thermal bath, cruising the Danube River and dining on traditional cuisine.

    NOTE: This program begins in Istanbul, Turkey and ends in Budapest, Hungary. Guests need to fly home from the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) at the end of this program. An Inter-Europe flight from Istanbul to Budapest on Day 1 is included in this program and will be booked by RSSC’s air department.

    Special Note: Due to the amount of walking at times over uneven or cobbled surfaces, this program is not recommended for guests with walking difficulty or for those who require the use of a wheelchair, walker or cane. Any guests travelling with Portable Oxygen Concentrators (POC) or CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on the internal flight.

    DAY 1

    Disembark the ship in Istanbul. You will be met and transferred to the Istanbul airport for a flight to Budapest, Hungary. The flight is included in the program.

    Note: The group will not be escorted on the flight but met upon arriving at the Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport.

    Guests will have to proceed through Customs and Immigration and then you will be met at the after-luggage claim just past the exit gate in Terminal 2A or 2B inside the airport building. An English-speaking guide will assist.

    You will then be transferred to the hotel and spend the afternoon at your leisure. The team at the hospitality desk can offer recommendations for local sightseeing and dining. Check-in is 3pm.

    If you encounter any flight delays while enroute, guests should proceed to the airline counter for updates. Downloading the free airline app will also keep guests current of any changes and in the event of a cancellation or delay, the airline will notify them, via the app, of their new schedule.

    Should guests have any questions pertaining to the Inter-Europe air segment on this program, please call RSSC at 1.844.519.9613 (weekdays: 8:30 am - 8:00 pm EST, Saturday:9:30 am - 5:30 pm EST, Sunday: closed). Dial 7 if after regular business hours

    INTER-EUROPE AIR DETAILS:

    •Guests should make sure to check-in for the Inter-Europe from Istanbul to Budapest within 24 hours of the flight time.

    •Guests who have booked their cruise air with Regent Seven Seas - Please refer to the Inter-Europe air flight details provided in the Flight Arrangements section of your final cruise documents. The airline confirmation number is under the Airline Ref #

    •Guests who have booked cruise only – The RSSC Air Team will send an email 75 days prior to your sailing with your Inter-Europe Air Schedule.

    •Downloading the free airline app will help keep you current of any changes and in the event of a cancellation or delay, the airline will notify you, via the app, of their new schedule.

    •If any flight delays are encountered while enroute, guests should proceed to the airline counter for updates.

    •Should guests have any questions pertaining to the Inter-Europe air segment on this program, please call RSSC at 1.844.519.9613 (weekdays: 8:30 am - 8:00 pm EST, Saturday:9:30am -5:30pm EST, Sunday: closed). Dial 7 if after regular business hours

    SPECIAL NOTES:

    There may be multiple flights used by RSSC to fly guests to Budapest on the first day

    Please make sure we are aware if you are travelling with other guests

    Guests are not accompanied on the Inter-Europe flight

    Guests should make sure to check-in for the Inter-Europe flight within 24 hours before flight time

    DAY 2

    Following breakfast at the hotel, you will begin a comprehensive guided tour of Budapest. The sights will include Heroes Square, the Parliament building, Fishermen Bastion, Matthias Church and the Jewish District.

    Afterwards, you will transfer to the Szchenyi thermal baths, where you can luxuriate in the pools, saunas and spa. For the ultimate relaxing experience, you can book available massage services on-site for about 65 euros for 45 minutes.

    A private cabin will be available for changing and to securely store your possessions. Robes, towels and disposable swimming caps will be provided, but bring your own swimsuit and slippers or flip flops. You will also be offered a cocktail, a fruit bowl and unlimited Czillaghegy mineral water.

    Back at the hotel, you will have time to freshen up before a dinner cruise on the Danube River.

    DAY 3

    Following breakfast at the hotel, you will travel into the surrounding countryside to admire the immense natural beauty. While pausing at Balaton Lake, you will gaze out over the beaches and volcanically formed hills.

    In the nearby city of Balatonfüred, you can mingle with the residents and sample a local fried bread known as langos. As an alternative, you may participate in a wine tasting.

    Afterwards, you will visit Tihany village, see highlights such as Tihany Abbey and sample lavender beer and other lavender products.

    Back in Budapest, you will dine on traditional Hungarian dishes before retiring for the evening.

    DAY 4

    Following breakfast at the hotel and check out, you will take a private transfer to the Budapest airport (BUD) with the English-speaking guide's assistance in accordance with the departure flight time provided. Check out is by 12 noon. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel until your scheduled transfer.

    Land Program Details Step by Step:

    •Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.

    •Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

    •The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

    •A departure transfer is not included if guests leave before the last day of the program.

    DAY 1

    TBA Disembark the ship in Istanbul

    TBA Transfer to the Istanbul International Airport

    TBA Flight from Istanbul to Budapest (flight details will be provided to you by the RSSC Air Team)

    TBA Arrival at Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD)

    Meet and greet and private transfer to your hotel

    3:00pm Official check-in time at the hotel

    Day at leisure, meals on your own

    Overnight the W Budapest or similar hotel

    If you encounter any flight delays while enroute, guests should proceed to the airline counter for updates. Downloading the free airline app will also keep guests current of any changes and in the event of a cancellation or delay, the airline will notify them, via the app, of their new schedule.

    Should guests have any questions pertaining to the Inter-Europe air segment on this program, please call RSSC at 1.844.519.9613 (weekdays: 8:30 am - 8:00 pm EST, Saturday:9:30 am - 5:30 pm EST, Sunday: closed). Dial 7 if after regular business hours

    DAY 2

    8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

    9:00am Meet guide in the lobby for the city tour

    12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant

    1:30pm Continue the city tour

    4:00pm Szchenyi thermal bath experience with cabin

    6:00pm Return to the hotel to freshen up before dinner

    7:00pm Transfer to a deluxe Danube River boat for a cruise and 3-course dinner

    10:00pm Return to the hotel

    Overnight the W Budapest or similar hotel

    DAY 3

    8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

    8:30am Meet guide in the lobby for a tour of the countryside

    9:00am Drive to Balaton Lake

    12:30pm Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant

    1:30pm Tour Balatonfüred City, meet the locals and taste langos

    3:00pm Ride ferry to Tihany and explore the village

    5:30pm Return to Budapest

    7:30pm Discover the flavors of Budapest at dinner

    9:30pm Return to the hotel

    Overnight the W Budapest or similar hotel

    DAY 4

    8:00am Breakfast at the hotel

    12:00pm Hotel check out time

    TBA Transfer to the Budapest Airport (BUD) for your flight home

    Luggage storage will be available at the hotel for guests with late flights

    Extra Nights:

    •All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.

    •When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 4 of your program.

    Transfers:

    •All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

    •Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

    •Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

    Expected Weather

    Winter average: 2.6 Celsius (37 F)

    Spring average: 12.4 Celsius (54 F)

    Summer average: 22 Celsius (72 F)

    Fall average: 12 Celsius (54 F)

    The coldest month in Budapest is January, the hottest are July and August, when. temperatures may climb over 35 Celsius during the day (over 95 F).

    What to Bring

    Umbrella, weather-appropriate layered clothing, swimsuit, sweater, raincoat, hat, good walking shoes, camera, slippers or flip flops for the thermal bath experience.

    Local Currency

    Hungarian Forint

    Electricity

    Type C and Type F. 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.

    We recommend bringing a universal travel adaptor for electric devices.

    LUGGAGE

    Luggage allowance for the included Inter-Europe flight will be determined by the operating carrier of that flight. Please refer to your airline’s website for these details.

    Documents and Visa Requirements

    A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel. Please check with your local embassy for any visa requirements for your nationality.

    Hungary is in the Schengen visa zone. US citizens do not require visa to enter Europe.

    VERY IMPORTANT

    The name on your cruise booking, passport and any visas if required, must all be exactly the same for flight ticket purchase for this program otherwise guests may be denied travel by flight. Please ensure that all documents are identical in spelling to the names provided for your cruise reservation including first, middle and last name. Manifests generated by the cruise line must match your travel documents.

    Failure to have the required documents ahead of time will result in denial of travel and guests will have to pay for any expenses incurred in order to not proceed with the program.

    The above information is subject to change and serves as a guide only. It is the ultimate and sole responsibility of the guest to ensure they meet the entry requirements for each destination.

    If traveling internationally, the countries you are flying to and/or connecting through may have different document requirements and as such we encourage you to visit the government and airport websites of every country you will be traveling to throughout the journey to familiarize yourself with their requirements.

    Accommodations:

    W Budapest

    Budapest, Andrássy út 25, 1061 Hungary

    Phone: +36 1 253 3100

    *We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards, and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure, then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.

    Program Includes for guests:

    •3 nights at the W Budapest in a Wonderful Room with breakfast, city tax and VAT

    •Meet and greet service with English-speaking guide assistance at the airport in Budapest

    •Transfer from the BUD airport to the hotel with luggage

    •Hospitality desk at the hotel

    •All tours, tastings, and entrances per the itinerary with English-speaking guides

    •Two lunches

    •Szchenyi thermal bath experience

    •3-course continental dinner on a river boat on Day 2 (Drinks are not included)

    •Dinner on Day 3

    •Inter-Europe flight from Istanbul to Budapest booked by RSSC

    Please Note: Guests booking their own flights independently of the cruise line are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

    Program Excludes for guests:

    •Drinks on the river cruise dinner

    •Gratuities for drivers and guides

    •Hotel incidentals including mini bar, laundry and room service

    •Excess or overweight luggage fees on the flight between IST and BUD

    Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include inclines, cobblestones, sand, gravel and natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation.

    Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change.

    Land programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

    Price: $4,399 per guest based on double occupancy.

    Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.

  • Tour the icons of Istanbul and Turkey’s enthralling Cappadocia region, a bizarre landscape of volcanically formed rock chimneys, houses carved out of sheer cliffs and sprawling underground cities.

    Special Note:

    Due to the amount of walking during the day tours, at times over uneven natural ground and /or steps, this program is not recommended for guests who have walking or mobility difficulties or for those guests who rely on a wheelchair or scooter. Guests also must be able to get in and out of the tour coaches with little to no assistance.

    Any guests travelling with CPAP breathing machines should read further below for airline stipulations with regards to bringing this equipment on tour. Oxygen concentrators (POC) are not permitted on the flight.

    The below represents a sample itinerary. Sites visited in Istanbul will depend on flight times and the day of the week as each site has closure days. Every effort will be made to include as many sites as possible given the circumstances of your voyage date. Please refer to the emailed Final Cruise Documents that you will receive approximately 21 days before sailing for your actual itinerary based on these factors. Should there be closures, alternate sites may be substituted and should flight times not allow certain visits, they will either be removed or moved to another day in the program.

    DAY 1

    Disembark the ship in Istanbul, meet your guide and begin a drive through Istanbul to see some of its marquee attractions.

    Stop for a visit of the phenomenal Blue Mosque. One of the few mosques with six minarets, the Blue Mosque was constructed in the early 17th century under the direction of Sultan Ahmet I, who was only 19 years old at the time. The exterior of the mosque is notable for its cascade of domes that seem to spill down from the central dome. Inside, the ceiling is lined with the 20,000 blue tiles for which the mosque is named.

    You will also see the Hippodrome which is partially excavated to reveal some of the seats, columns, statues, and obelisks that were once part of this arena. Chariot races, coronations and parades all took place at the Hippodrome, which first appeared in 203 A.D. About 130 years later, Constantine the Great expanded and reshaped the arena so it could hold approximately 100,000 spectators.

    Next you will visit the 15th Century Topkapi Palace, which was expanded under the reign of almost every sultan over the next 400 years. Today, it is a maze of lavishly decorated buildings and courtyards that reflect its most glorious years as the political center of the Ottoman Empire.

    After lunch in the Sultanahmet area proceed to the airport for a flight to Kayseri. Upon arrival you will be transferred to your hotel for check in. Dinner is included before you retire for the evening.

    DAY 2

    Following breakfast at the hotel, you will depart for a full-day, all-encompassing tour of the area. A scenic drive brings you to the Underground city. These troglodyte cave-cities were excavated as early as Hititte times. There are 36 underground cities in Cappadocia and the widest one is Kaymakli Underground city, which consists of 8 floors below ground, only 4 of them are open to the public today. The Underground city has a massive living complex beneath the surface that includes churches, stables, wineries, and storage rooms.

    Next, you will continue to Sinasos, a former Greek village, which was an important settlement and religious area between the 9th and 13th centuries. The now abandoned settlement is spread over three valleys, which also contain numerous pointed chimneys with large stems and the remains of a monastery.

    Following the visits, drive to Çavusin Village is a small, historic settlement located in the heart of Cappadocia, which can be found nestled between the towns of Avanos and Goreme, within a valley that has gradually widened over time Turkey. Locals still live in the rock-cut dwellings and stone houses. The village has variety of historical sites and churches such as ruins from the Christian monks and the Church of St. John the Baptist, which was carved into the rock in the 5th century.

    After lunch at a local restaurant, enjoy an orientation tour and visit to the town of Avanos village which is known for pottery making. The clay has a beautiful reddish hue and comes from the banks of the Kizilirmak River that flows through the town.

    The day concludes back at your hotel where you will have dinner and the remainder of the evening at leisure.

    DAY 3

    After breakfast at the hotel, depart for a full-day tour of Cappadocia where the landscape is stunningly surreal, almost lunar-like. Created by volcanic eruptions and shaped by thousands of years of erosion, the terrain features soaring fairy-tale rock chimneys and ancient dwellings carved out of the rocks. Few places on earth are so visually arresting.

    Drive towards the town of Uchisar, whose natural rock citadel is the highest point in Cappadocia and visible from a great distance.

    Then, it’s on to the Goreme Open Air Museum, which contains the best-preserved examples of cave churches such as Tokali Church. You will notice that the frescoes adorning the walls are still brightly colored, even after centuries of exposure. More usual rock formations await you near Derbent at the fairy chimneys at Urgup.

    Next, visit Zelve-Pasabag, which was an important settlement and religious area between the ninth and thirteenth centuries. The now abandoned settlement is spread over three valleys, which also contain numerous pointed chimneys with large stems and the remains of a monastery.

    After lunch at a nearby restaurant, visit the nearby Pigeon Valley, named for the thousands of pigeon houses that have been carved into rock cliffs since ancient times.

    Following these visits, there will be a shopping opportunity before you return to your hotel for some time to freshen up before a lovely dinner outing. Drive to the Red Valley; one of Cappadocia’s most beautiful natural wonders with its surreal rock formations, pinkish-red colors, and ancient cave churches. Arriving just before sunset and with champagne in hand, watch all the colors blend together to create a spectacular landscape. This is truly the best place to end the day in Cappadocia. From there, you will proceed to Uçhisar for a delicious dinner in one of it’s local restaurants.

    Following this spectacular evening, return to your hotel.

    DAY 4

    Depending on flight time, enjoy breakfast at the hotel or a breakfast box will be provided. Check out and transfer to the airport for a return flight to Istanbul.

    Upon arriving in Istanbul, transfer to the Sultanahmet area for lunch. Continue with a tour of the Hagia Sophia, which was originally built as a church and later became a mosque. Today, the Hagia Sophia (meaning “Holy Wisdom”) is a museum containing phenomenal mosaics, Christian and Muslim religious art and remnants of the church that stood here until 532 A.D., when it was burned in a riot.

    To conclude, you will have the opportunity to browse through the labyrinthine Grand Bazaar, the largest and the oldest covered marketplace in the world. It contains more than 5,000 shops selling an absolutely amazing range of merchandise. Jewelry, carpets, antiques, old coins, furniture, prayer beads and copperware are only a few of the items in the bazaar, which has been operating since the 15th century.

    From the Bazaar, proceed to your hotel for check-in. The remainder of the day is at your leisure, dinner is on your own.

    DAY 5

    Following breakfast, you will check out of the hotel and transfer to the Istanbul International Airport for your return flight home based on the flight details provided. Should you have a late flight, luggage storage will be available at the hotel until your transfer time.

    Land Program Step by Step:

    •Please note: The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. This program is subject to flight confirmations which are beyond our control. All program details including timings and any flights indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Direct flights are never guaranteed.

    •Itineraries with the most up to date details (at the time) will be issued when you are emailed your final cruise documents 21 days prior to sailing. Final itineraries with the most up to date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

    •The hotels used for your land program will be the hotels listed in this document unless you have been advised otherwise in advance of the land program start date.

    DAY 1 – timings subject to change depending on actual flight times which can change up to the time of departure

    7:45am Disembark the ship in Istanbul

    9:00am Visit the Blue Mosque and Hippodrome

    10:00am Visit Topkapi Palace

    12:00pm Lunch at a local restaurant

    1:30pm Depart for the airport

    2:30pm Arrive at the airport and check in

    4:05pm Flight from Istanbul to Cappadocia (flight details TBA and subject to change)

    5:35pm Arrival in Cappadocia, collect luggage

    6:00pm Transfer to your hotel for check-in

    7:00pm Dinner at the hotel and overnight

    Overnight at the Utopia Cave Hotel or similar hotel

    DAY 2

    AM Breakfast at your hotel

    9:00am Depart for the underground city

    9:30am Visit the underground city

    10:30am Drive to and visit Sinasos Village

    11:30am Drive to and Çavusin Village

    1:00pm Lunch at a local restaurant

    2:45pm Orientation tour to Avanos town and shopping stop

    5:45pm Return to your hotel for dinner

    Overnight at the Utopia Cave Hotel or similar hotel

    DAY 3

    AM Breakfast at your hotel

    9:00am Drive to and visit Uchisar

    10:00am Visit Göreme Open Air Museum including Tokali Church

    12:30pm Lunch at a local restaurant

    2:00pm Visit to Zelve Pasha-bag Valley

    3:00pm Photo Stop at Pigeon Valley

    3:30pm Return to your hotel

    6:00pm Sunset tour in the Red Valley with exclusive champagne service

    7:00pm Dinner in a local restaurant

    8:30pm Return to your hotel

    Overnight at the Utopia Cave Hotel or similar hotel

    DAY 4 timings subject to change depending on actual flight times which can change up to the time of departure

    9:00am After breakfast depart for Cappadocia airport

    Depending on flight time a breakfast box may be provided

    10:00am Arrive at the airport and check-in

    11:00am Flight from Cappadocia to Istanbul (flight details TBA and subject to change)

    12:35pm Arrive in Istanbul, collect luggage, proceed to lunch venue

    2:00pm Lunch in a local restaurant

    3:00pm Visit the Hagia Sophia

    4:00pm Visit the Grand Bazaar

    5:00pm Transfer to your hotel for check-in

    Dinner on own

    Overnight at the Intercontinental Hotel or similar

    Day 5

    AM Breakfast at the hotel

    12:00pm Check out time at the hotel

    If you have a late flight, you may keep your luggage in the hotel’s storage room until needed. Your transfer to the airport will be arranged according to your flight time.

    Extra nights:

    •All extra nights booked through the cruise line are confirmed at the same hotel used on the LAST NIGHT of your program.

    •When you book extra nights through the cruise line, you will be transferred to the airport per the flight details provided. Check-out time is 12:00pm (subject to change). Meals other than breakfast are on your own after Day 5 of your program.

    Transfers:

    •All guests booking their flights independently are required to ensure the cruise line has their most up to date flight details so that transfers to the airport can be arranged. If flight details are not received 14 days before your cruise start date, transfers will not be arranged.

    •Should you book any extra nights on your own or your flight is not on the last day of the program, transfers are not included.

    •Should you have a late departing flight you may wish to book an extra night so that you have occupation of your room until your departure. You will be asked to vacate your room by 12:00pm. Day rooms can only be purchased directly through the hotel.

    Closed days of attractions:

    If an attraction is closed on one of the dates, an alternate site will be visited. Details will be provided in your final cruise documents to be received 21 days before sailing.

    •Topkapi Palace is closed on Tuesdays

    •Hagia Sophia is closed during prayer hours on Fridays

    •Grand Bazaar is closed on Sundays

    Expected Weather:

    Expect significant temperature differences between day and night in Cappadocia. Spring begins in March and lasts until May, and the average temperature for this season is approximately 15 degrees Celsius (59 degrees Fahrenheit). This is also when the region gets most of its rainfall. However, the rain usually comes in short intervals and lasts on average for only two hours. Summer is between June and August.

    Summers in Cappadocia are very hot, with daytime temperatures approaching 38 degrees Celsius (100 degrees Fahrenheit). However, nighttime temperatures fall into the 20’s Celsius (in the 70’s Fahrenheit). Autumn starts in September and ends in November and is the high season for Cappadocia travel. Average temperature at this time is in the 20's Celsius (in the 70’s Fahrenheit).

    What to Bring:

    Due to the uneven walking surfaces, sport shoes are highly recommended. Also, pack sunscreen, light comfortable clothing and shoes, and a light jacket for the evenings. Please ensure suitable clothing is worn in the mosques. Shoulders and legs should be covered.

    Currency:

    Turkish Lira (TL).

    Electricity:

    220 Volt AC/50 Hz throughout Turkey. We recommend you bring a travel adaptor for electric devices.

    Documents and Visa Requirements:

    A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required and an e-Visa is required for all U.S. Citizens entering Turkey. Please check with your local embassy for any further visa requirements for your nationality.

    RSSC will require guest passport details within 75 days of sailing as hotels and airlines are requiring these details for reservations and ticketing. Please ensure the most up to date details are added to your booking before this time. Rooms and flight tickets will not be guaranteed without this information. Should you be waiting for new passport details, submit what you have and then provide new details once secured. Bring both passports with you for this journey for check in for flights.

    Luggage:

    For the domestic flights, the luggage allowance is 25 kilograms (55 pounds) per person. We advise you to pack a smaller bag for the extension, allowing your main luggage to be stored in a secure office in Istanbul until your return. Please make sure to label any luggage staying behind appropriately and remember to take all medications and documents with you.

    Carriage of CPAP breathing machines on internal flights per airline regulations (subject to change as each airline has their own regulations):

    1. Guests must provide in advance a picture of the CPAP equipment with its description/specifications especially with regards to the type of batteries used (lithium/dry or any other type)

    2. These documents need to be sent to the Land Program Team via Reservations at RSSC at least one month prior to travel so that our local operator can begin the notification process with the airline(s).

    3. Failure to comply with the above regulations may result in a denial of this equipment at the airport for which Regent Seven Seas Cruises nor our local ground operator be responsible for.

    4. Personal oxygen concentrators are not permitted on the flights.

    Accommodation:

    Intercontinental Istanbul Hotel

    Gümüssuyu Mahallesi, Asker Ocagi Caddesi No:1, 34437 Beyoglu/Istanbul, Turkey

    +90 212 368 44 44

    Utopia Cave Hotel

    Dua Yeri Mah. Istiklal 1 Sok. No: 6, 50400 Urgup, Nevsehir

    Phone: +90 384 341 57 47

    *We will only source different hotels in unforeseen circumstances. If similar hotels are required, they will be of equal ratings and standards and guests would be notified in advance of travel. If guests are not notified prior to travel of any changes, then the hotels listed above will be used.

    Program includes:

    •1 night including breakfast at the Intercontinental Istanbul Hotel or similar (Club Level Room)

    •3 nights at the Utopia Cave Hotel or similar (deluxe room) half board basis for 2 nights and bed & breakfast basis for one night

    •Airport transfers

    •Porterage at the airport

    •Service of an English-speaking tour guide throughout the program or local guide depending on the number of guests booked on the package.

    •Service of an air-conditioned vehicle

    •Entrance fees to the visited sites and museums

    •Two lunches in Cappadocia with soft drinks

    •4 lunches in Istanbul with soft drinks

    •3 dinners with soft drinks

    •Exclusive Sunset Champagne service at Red Valley in Cappadocia

    •Domestic economy class flights per the itinerary

    Please Note: Guests booking their own flights (independent of the cruise line) are responsible for ensuring that the cruise line has the updated departure information, so your transfer can be arranged. If you book additional nights independently of the cruise line, a departure transfer is not provided. If we do not receive flight details a minimum of 14 days in advance, transfers will not be provided.

    Program Excludes:

    •Beverages with alcohol on the tours

    •Gratuities for guides and drivers

    •Personal expenses

    •Any meals not listed above

    •Hotel incidentals including mini bar, room service and laundry

    •Excess or overweight luggage on the flights

    •Hot air balloon ride (guest may speak to their guide during the program regarding this option)

    Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include: inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

    Please note: All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations. Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Land Programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty. There are no refunds for unused portions of any program.

    Price: $2,199 per guest based on double occupancy.

    Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.

  • Enjoy the freedom of exploring Positano and the town of Amalfi on your own, an experience that beautifully complements a guided walk through the excavated ruins of Herculaneum and a hands-on cooking class.

    Note: This program includes walking for up to 2 hours over uneven ground at the ruins of Herculaneum, climbing steps and strolling the winding, hilly, terraced streets of Positano and Amalfi. Therefore, it is not recommended for guests who require the use of a wheelchair, walker or cane.

    DAY 1 – April 23, 2025

    After disembarking the ship in Salerno, you will travel towards Herculaneum, a summer resort for ancient Romans who appreciated its position overlooking the Bay of Naples. Like Pompeii, Herculaneum was destroyed by the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in 79 A.D. It too was buried beneath mud and volcanic ash for centuries, until excavations began in the mid-18th century. As you walk among the remains that have been unearthed, you will see houses, shops, baths and even personal effects, some of them preserved intact.

    You will then make a rest stop at a nearby factory where you can freshen up as well as watch cameos being made.

    Continuing on, you will soon reach Cantine del Vesuvio, a family-owned winery whose vineyards blanket the slopes of Mount Vesuvius. The volcanic soil is exceptionally fertile as you will discover while walking through the estate’s organic garden.

    Seeing the garden up-close will provide an excellent introduction to the hands-on cooking class that follows as you will prepare the dishes with ingredients fresh-picked from the garden, such as Piennolo heirloom tomatoes. Other ingredients such as lemons will be locally sourced.

    After dining on the delectable lunch, you will drive along the awe-inspiring dramatic Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site. In time, you will stop in Positano, a former fishing village that has become a retreat for the wealthy and certainly one of the most famous towns along the Amalfi Coast.

    Once you have checked into the boutique Hotel Poseidon, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure. You will enjoy complete access to the hotel’s L’Onda spa (services are an additional charge), the outdoor pool, restaurant and Il Tridende cocktail bar. The latter is a fine place for a romantic moment while watching the sunset. If you wish to explore further, Positano becomes even more magical at night.

    DAY 2 - April 24, 2025

    Following breakfast at the hotel, either meet your guide for a walking tour of the town or enjoy a morning of free time to do whatever you wish. You may do nothing more ambitious than sit on the terrace with a cappuccino and crispy fogliatella pastry or head into Positano to wander about on your own.

    By mid-day, you will depart for the town of Amalfi, following the Amalfi Coast, a UNESCO World Heritage site hailed for its physical beauty and biodiversity. The narrow road winds along the rocky cliffs overlooking the sea, with each twist and turn offering new and breathtaking vistas of the Italian Riviera.

    Upon arriving in the town of Amalfi, you will have free time to shop, dine or visit landmarks such as the Cathedral of Saint Andrew, which characterized by a striped Byzantine façade.

    Afterwards, you will drive to Salerno to re-board the ship.

    Land Program Step by Step

    The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program details including timings indicated below are approximate, given here for general reference purposes and subject to change. Final itineraries with the most up-to-date details will be provided by the Destination Services Team once you board the ship. Please review your final itinerary carefully for any amendments.

    DAY 1

    8:00am Disembark in Salerno, meet local guide and depart for Herculaneum

    9:15am Arrive and visit the archeological site Herculaneum

    11:15am Rest stop at a cameo craft shop and continue to Mt. Vesuvius

    12:00pm Hands-on cooking class and lunch at Cantine del Vesuvio

    4:00pm Drive to your hotel in Positano

    5:45pm Check-in at your hotel

    Evening at leisure and dinner on your own

    Overnight at Hotel Poseidon or similar hotel

    DAY 2

    8:30am Breakfast at your hotel

    9:30am Meet your guide for a walking tour of Positano or free time

    12:30pm Depart for the town of Amalfi following the Amalfi coastline

    1:30pm Visit the town of Amalfi with free time to browse further

    4:30pm Drive to Salerno

    5:45pm Approximate return to the port of Salerno

    Expected Weather

    Average daytime temperature in April is 67 F / 19 C

    What to Bring

    Comfortable walking shoes, light jacket for the evening, hat, sunscreen, camera, bathing suit, charger and an umbrella.

    Local Currency

    Euro

    Electricity

    220 volts. Bring a universal travel adaptor for electric equipment.

    Luggage

    One overnight bag per person.

    Documents and Visa Requirements

    A passport that is valid at least 6 months after travel is required.

    Hotel

    Hotel Poseidon

    Address Via Pasitea 148

    Phone: +39 089811111

    *We will only source different hotels in unforeseen situations. If similar hotels are required they will be of equal ratings and standards and you will be notified of the change. If you are not notified of any changes before your departure then you will be staying at the hotel listed in this program.

    Program Includes for guests

    •One night at the Hotel Poseidon or similar (Superior room) including breakfast

    •English speaking escort throughout

    •Cooking class with lunch on Day 1

    •Entry to Herculaneum

    Program Excludes for guests

    •Gratuities for drivers and guides

    •Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

    •Lunch on both days

    Please note: Land programs that encompass multiple days ashore customarily include extensive and prolonged activity, while those of shorter durations typically have more moderate activity levels. However, each program varies, and participants should be prepared to negotiate a mixture of surfaces which may include: inclines, cobblestones, sand, and gravel or natural paths. There may also be a need to climb steps or stairs on occasion. Guests who utilize a wheelchair and those with mobility concerns are advised to check with the cruise line in advance to see if any portion of the tour program may not be considered suitable for their individual situation. Weather appropriate clothing; hats; sunglasses; and flat, comfortable walking shoes are generally recommended.

    All land programs are capacity controlled and subject to availability. Programs falling under the minimum number of required participants are subject to cancellation. Pricing listed is also subject to change to meet unexpected cost increases for transportation, land arrangements or currency fluctuations.

    Once purchased, pricing is guaranteed and not subject to change. Mid cruise overland programs must be purchased no later than 90 days prior to your sail date. Cancellations made within 90 days or less prior to the sail date are subject to 100% cancellation penalty.

    Price: $1,599 per guest based on double occupancy.

    Land program promotions are per person for guests 1 and 2 for one pre- or post-cruise program only, subject to terms.

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    Evenings on board are filled with music and fun. Enjoy a rousing cabaret show, test your luck at the Casino, step onto the stage for karaoke or simply find a quiet place on deck to revel in the symphony of stars.

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    From savoring the authentic flavors of a region to learning new techniques in local cooking classes, guests can choose from a variety of optional tours that take them to local markets to find exotic spices, sample delicious wines at breathtaking estates and savor gourmet meals expertly prepared by renowned chefs.
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    Browse a well-curated selection of duty-free designer clothes, jewelry, perfume and more at the onboard boutiques. Then fuel up with an espresso from an onboard café or unwind at a wine tasting in one of the lounges.

All guests must ensure that their travel documents are valid, including having enough blank passport pages required to facilitate passport stamping and visas on arrival, where applicable.

  • Fares and category availability are subject to change without notice. Please contact Regent Seven Seas Cruises to confirm category availability. Itinerary and/or ports of call are subject to change at any time due to prevailing weather conditions, or any other cause, at the discretion of Regent Seven Seas Cruises.

    For pricing terms and conditions, click here. Advertised fare includes air-related government taxes, surcharges and fees. 2-for-1 Ultimate All-Inclusive Fares include flights, hotel, transfers and a private chauffer credit, where applicable. 2-for-1 All-Inclusive Cruise Fares include hotels and transfers, where applicable. Airfare quotes and availability are subject to change until purchased and tickets are issued. Fares are per person, based on double occupancy and reflect all savings. Some airline-imposed personal charges, including but not limited to baggage, priority boarding, and special seating, may apply.

    Terms and Conditions / Ticket Contracts

    All itineraries are subject to change and route lines indicated on map may not indicate ship's actual navigation. Pricing is per person based on double occupancy in U.S. Dollars (unless otherwise noted). For complete information on terms and conditions, itinerary, liability of Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Inc. (RSSC), health and travel documents, liability limits, etc., please contact your travel professional or call Regent Seven Seas Cruises at 1.844.4REGENT (1.844.473.4368) for more information. To read our full Terms & Conditions, including our Ticket Contract and Insurance Information, visit www.rssc.com/legal.

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