Whether enjoying the street performers at the Spanish Steps and people-watching over a fine glass of wine in colorful Trastevere, or taking in the historical and architectural glory that is Rome, visitors are spoiled for choice in this truly Eternal City. St. Peter’s Basilica is a full-day outing, featuring the Sistine Chapel and panoramic city vistas for those willing to climb to the top of the dome. Other landmarks not to miss include the renowned Trevi Fountain, the Coliseum, and Aventine Hill, which provides you with a grand view of the imposing remains of the Imperial Palaces and the Circus Maximus, of Ben Hur fame.

Port: Rome (Civitavecchia)
Experience

Rome (Civitavecchia)

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  • OVERLAND - THE CHARMS OF TUSCANY CODE: CIVL51

    Discover some of the most captivating villages in Tuscany and in the UNESCO World Heritage site Val D’Orcia, followed by an enlightening exploration of the landmarks that are synonymous with Florence.

    NOTE: This program includes walking over varied ground types including cobbled streets. As such, this program is not recommended for guests with walking difficulty or who require use of a wheelchair, walker or cane.

    DAY 1

    After disembarking the ship in Civitavecchia and meeting the guide, you will depart for Orvieto, one of the most striking and enjoyable hill towns in central Italy. Orvieto sits majestically high above the valley floor atop a huge block of tufo volcanic stone, overlooking the cypress-dotted Umbrian plains. In some ways, it hasn’t changed enormously since becoming a papal stronghold after Clement VII took refuge there when Rome was sacked in 1527.

    Orvieto exudes history, especially in the wonderfully preserved, pedestrian-only heart of town. There you will visit the Piazza Duomo and the Orvieto Cathedral, an example of Romanesque-Gothic architecture so impressive that it has become a symbol of the town. More than 100 architects, sculptors, painters, and mosaicists helped built the cathedral, which took almost four centuries to complete.

    Free time follows, during which you might walk through the backstreets and browse the shops, especially for handicrafts such as Etruscan-style pottery.

    Continuing on, you will transfer to the Fonteverde, an elegant hotel in San Casciano dei Bagni, an ancient village in lush Val d’Orcia, a valley known for its mineral-rich thermal waters. The atmosphere at the hotel – which is built on a mineral spring – is reminiscent of a Tuscan palace. The natural beauty, rolling hills and vineyards of the surrounding Val d’Orcia park couldn’t be more magnificent.

    After checking in, the remainder of the day will be at your leisure, with dinner served at the Restaurant Ferdinando I.

    DAY 2

    Following breakfast, you will travel into Val D’Orcia, a valley so aesthetically beautiful that UNESCO declared it a World Heritage site for exemplifying a Renaissance agricultural landscape. Its vineyards, olive groves, castles and medieval villages are all in perfect harmony there.

    You will pause to explore Bagno Vignoni, a village near the ancient Via Francigena pilgrimage route. The waters in the village have been used since Roman times for thermal purposes. Even today, water said to have healing properties flows into the enormous 16th-century pool in the village’s Piazza delle Sorgenti.

    Continuing on, you will drive to San Quirico d'Orcia, another beautiful and charming medieval town in the valley. The historical center of the village is particularly picturesque. The guide will point out and describe the most outstanding attractions, which will likely include churches and chapels. You will have time to grab some lunch on your own.

    Afterwards, you will drive through the wine region that produces Brunello di Montaclino, one of Italy’s most renowned red wines. You will have the opportunity to sample this flagship wine in the cellars of Castiglion del Bosco, a winery whose vineyards primarily grow Sangiovese grapes for Brunello di Montaclino.

    In time, you will return to the Fonteverde hotel, where the remainder of the day will be at your leisure.

    DAY 3

    Following breakfast and check out from the hotel, you will drive to Florence for an enlightening guided walk through the historical city center. Highlights include seeing the Santa Maria del Fiore – better known as the Duomo – and the Piazza della Signoria, the political heart of Florence since the Middle Ages.

    The massive Palazzo Vecchio with its high fortress-like walls dominates the piazza. There you can see a copy of Michelangelo’s ‘David’. You will also have time to meander about Santa Croce Square and snap photos of the Ponte Vecchio, the 14th-century bridge that spans the River Arno. During free time, you might stop for lunch and browse the shops.

    In the mid-afternoon, you will drive toward Livorno, where you will join the ship.

    Land Program Step by Step

    The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program details and the 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 Civitavecchia and drive to Orvieto

    10:00am Walking tour of Orvieto

    12:00pm Free time in Orvieto

    1:30pm Drive to San Casciano dei Bagni

    2:30pm Check in at the Fonteverde hotel

    Afternoon at leisure

    8:00pm Dinner at the hotel restaurant

    Overnight at the Fonteverde hotel

    DAY 2

    AM Breakfast at the hotel

    9:00am Drive to Bagno Vignoni

    10:00am Visit Bagno Vignoni city center

    11:30am Depart for San Quirico d’Orcia village

    12:00pm Walking tour of San Quirico d’Orcia and time for lunch on own

    1:45pm Depart for Castiglion Del Bosco Winery

    2:30pm Wine tasting in the cellar

    4:00pm Depart for the hotel

    5:30pm Arrive at the hotel

    Remainder of the day at leisure, dinner on your own

    Overnight at the Fonteverde hotel

    DAY 3

    AM Breakfast at the hotel

    8:00am Check out and drive to Florence

    10:30am Guided walking tour of Florence

    12:30pm Free time for lunch and shopping

    3:00pm Depart for Livorno

    5:00pm Arrive at the pier to board the ship

    Expected Weather

    November — 59° Fahrenheit (15° Celsius)

    What to Bring

    Dress is generally casual, although when visiting churches your knees and shoulders must be covered. Bring good walking shoes, a hat, bathing suit for the thermal pools at the hotel, weather-appropriate clothing, and sunglasses.

    Local Currency

    The Euro.

    Electricity

    220 volts. Bring a universal travel adaptor for your electric devices.

    Documents

    A valid passport is necessary.

    Hotel

    Fonteverde

    Località Terme, 1, 53040 San Casciano dei bagni SI

    Telephone: +39 0578 57241

    *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:

    •2 nights at Fonteverde hotel (Classic Room) including breakfast

    •Touring and entrances per the itinerary

    •Dinner at the hotel on Day 1

    •Wine tasting and cellar tour at Castiglion del Bosco winery or similar venue

    Program Excludes for guests:

    •Meals or services not mentioned above

    •Gratuities to drivers and guides

    •Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

    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.

    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.

  • OVERLAND - TUSCANY: OFF THE BEATEN PATH CODE: CIVL50

    Explore two lesser-known but no less fabulous Tuscan villages – Saturnia and Pitigliano, where you will see ancient Etruscan ruins, luxuriate in natural hot springs and enjoy free time to enjoy charming villages.

    DAY 1 - November 3, 2024

    After departing from the pier in a deluxe bus, you will ride through the beautiful countryside towards a hidden treasure – the village of Vulci, which thrived during of the ancient Etruscan period.

    While meandering through the ruins that have been excavated in an archaeological park there, you will see examples of advanced Etruscan engineering, especially in the 4th-century B.C. walls and Devil’s Bridge. The bridge’s name refers to the belief that only the devil could build a bridge so high and with such a wide arch. Other treasures in the park include the remains of an aqueduct, temples and a necropolis.

    Continuing on, you will next visit Saturnia, a small village of Roman origin built in a strategic position on the ancient road Via Clodia. It is known for its mineral-rich thermal springs, especially Cascate del Mulino, whose steaming waters may improve skin disorders and benefit the digestive and circulatory systems.

    You will check into the nearby Terme di Saturnia, a luxury hotel and thermal resort which is nestled between the rolling hills and cultivated countryside of Tuscany. It’s a place with magnetic energy, ideal for those in search of balance and harmony between mind and body, health and beauty.

    The remainder of the day will be at your leisure, allowing you plenty of time to enjoy the amenities. They include natural hot springs, thermal pools, a Roman bath with a sauna and heated whirlpools.

    Dinner will be on your own. A 150 Euro resort credit per person is included, which can be used for dinner in the hotel. Be sure to make reservations at either hotel restaurant as space is limited:

    1919 Restaurant

    Phone: 0564 600846

    Email: restaurant@termedisaturnia.it

    Trattoria la Stellata

    Phone:0564 600884

    Email: trattorialastellata@termedisaturnia.it

    *Can only accommodate up to 35 guests

    DAY 2 - November 4, 2024

    Following breakfast, much of the morning will be free to enjoy the thermal park. Then, after checking out of the hotel, you will travel to the village of Pitigliano, which perches atop a volcanically formed cliff and is considered by some to be one of the most beautiful villages in Italy.

    Treasures from the past include a medieval aqueduct in the town center and an ancient Jewish ghetto. Great numbers of Jews arrived in Pitigliano in the early 1600s, when the Grand Duke of Tuscany encouraged them to move there.

    Following a typical Tuscan lunch in town and then some free time to explore on your own, you will travel to the pier in Civitavecchia and re-embark the cruise ship.

    Land Program Step by Step

    The order of sites visited may vary to avoid congestion. All program details and the 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

    8:15am Depart the ship in Civitavecchia and drive to Vulci

    9:30am Tour Vulci

    12:00pm Drive to Saturnia

    1:00pm Check in at Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort

    1:45pm Afternoon at leisure

    Dinner on your own

    Overnight at the Terme di Saturnia Spa & Golf Resort

    DAY 2

    AM Breakfast at the hotel

    11:00am Check out and drive to Pitigliano

    12:00n Free time to explore Pitigliano

    1:00pm Lunch

    2:30pm Drive to the port of Civitavecchia

    4:00pm Arrive at the port and re-embark the ship

    Expected Weather

    November — 59° Fahrenheit (15° Celsius)

    What to Bring

    Dress is generally casual, although when visiting churches your knees and shoulders must be covered. Bring good walking shoes, a hat, weather-appropriate clothing for the cooler November weather, sunglasses and a bathing suit

    Local Currency

    The Euro, but U.S. dollars and traveler’s checks may also accepted

    Electricity

    220 volts. Bring a travel adaptor for your electric devices

    Documents and Visa Requirements

    A valid passport is required

    Hotel

    Terme di Saturnia SPA & Golf Resort

    58014 Saturnia (Grosseto)

    Telephone: +39 0564 600804

    *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 Terme di Saturnia SPA & Golf Resort - Run of house room including breakfast

    •Touring and entrances per the itinerary

    •Welcome drink at the hotel

    •Value of 150 Euro per person credit at the resort, which can be used for dinner (unused credit non-refundable)

    •Lunch in Pitigliano

    •At the resort: Unlimited access to the natural hot spring and thermal pools, the Roman Bath with sauna and Turkish bath, whirlpools, vascular paths, waterfall whirlpools and indoor relaxation areas

    Program Excludes for guests:

    •Meals or services not mentioned above

    •Gratuities to drivers and guides

    •Hotel incidentals including mini bar and room service

    •Spa services other than what is mentioned above and golf

    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.

    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.

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