--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 404afce3-d74a-48b7-b948-8332a3da6d66 slug: 2291733 voyage_code: VIS280302B cruise_line: Oceania Cruises ship: Vista departure_date: return_date: nights: 38 embarkation_port: Dubai, UAE disembarkation_port: Rome, (Civitavecchia) starting_price_usd: bookable: true last_updated: 2026-10-19T13:05:39Z --- # Dubai to Rome > Oceania Cruises · Vista · Mar 2 – Apr 9, 2028   (38 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Oceania Cruises | | **Ship** | Vista | | **Duration** | 38 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Dubai, UAE | | **Disembarkation Port** | Rome, (Civitavecchia) | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | VIS280302B | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Dubai, UAE **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM Explore this amazing emirate where ultra-modern architecture soars over traditional Arab styles. See the impressive Jumeirah Mosque and stroll through the narrow alleys of old Dubai. Visit a museum in a former all-boys school or journey along Dubai Creek in a dhow. Visit fascinating Sharjah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its fabulous souks. ### Day 2: Abu Dhabi **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM As the world's richest city, Abu Dhabi boasts opulent hotels, museums and a yacht-filled marina, all marvels of modern architecture. Explore the emirate's old souks, sip a fragrant Arabic coffee, ride the dunes on an exhilarating desert safari, or dive into dazzling marine life. ### Day 3: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 4: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 5: Salalah **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Discover this lovely old city, its charming streets, museums and lively souks. Travel into a lush countryside of coconut and banana plantations, mountains and seascapes to Job's Tomb. Or explore a rugged landscape of desert, fishing villages and starkly beautiful mosques. Visit ancient Mirbat, the medieval capital of Dhofar and the starting point for camel caravans. ### Day 6: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 7: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 8: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 9: Jeddah, Saudi Arabia **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Jeddah, a Saudi Arabian port city on the Red Sea, is a modern commercial hub and gateway for pilgrimages to the Islamic holy cities Mecca and Medina. Resort hotels, beaches and outdoor sculptures line the Corniche, a seafront promenade anchored by the iconic King Fahd’s Fountain. The city’s Al-Balad historic district dates to the 7th century and retains traditional homes built from coral. ### Day 10: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 11: Aqaba **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM Visit Aqaba’s castle fortress, archaeological museum and mosque. Or journey to magnificent Petra, an ancient city hidden behind rugged mountains. As you enter Petra’s main square through a narrow chasm, the superb facades of imposing monuments carved into the cliffs are revealed, the hues of the stone changing as the sun moves across the sky. ### Day 12: Luxor (Safaga), Egypt **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 11:00 PM Take a thrilling journey to Luxor and see the majestic Karnak and Luxor temples. Cross the Nile to the famed Valley of the Kings with the long forgotten tomb of Tutankhamun, the nearby mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the enormous Colossi of Memnon. Or take a jeep safari into the desert to a Bedouin settlement and enjoy the dramatic beauty of the vast sand dunes. ### Day 13: Suez Canal Transit **Arrives:** 04:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 14: Suez Canal Transit **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM ### Day 15: Alexandria **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM One of the greatest cities of antiquity, Alexandria boasts the magnificent new Library of Alexandria as well as the Alexandria National Museum. With an atmosphere that is decidedly more Mediterranean than Egyptian, it is a city of wonderful contrasts. Explore the sights ranging from the beautiful beaches along the bustling waterfront to serene gardens and palaces. ### Day 16: Alexandria **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 08:00 PM One of the greatest cities of antiquity, Alexandria boasts the magnificent new Library of Alexandria as well as the Alexandria National Museum. With an atmosphere that is decidedly more Mediterranean than Egyptian, it is a city of wonderful contrasts. Explore the sights ranging from the beautiful beaches along the bustling waterfront to serene gardens and palaces. ### Day 17: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 18: Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM Meander through the ruins of ancient Ephesus and marvel at the famed Library of Celsus, the huge amphitheater, the marble roads with their chariot marks, the amazing mosaic sidewalks and the superb, rarely opened Terrace Houses. Or journey to three monumental cities of antiquity - Priene, Miletus and Didyma - renowned for their majestic temples and impressive, beautifully preserved stadiums. ### Day 19: Istanbul, Turkey **Arrives:** 02:00 PM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Indulge your eyes and senses in this magnificent city astride two continents. Visit beautiful Topkapi Palace, the awesome Hagia Sophia and the impressive Blue Mosque. Cruise the Bosphorus to see the city and its surroundings from another perspective. Visit one of the many museums or stroll through the spice market and the famous Grand Bazaar. ### Day 20: Istanbul, Turkey **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Indulge your eyes and senses in this magnificent city astride two continents. Visit beautiful Topkapi Palace, the awesome Hagia Sophia and the impressive Blue Mosque. Cruise the Bosphorus to see the city and its surroundings from another perspective. Visit one of the many museums or stroll through the spice market and the famous Grand Bazaar. ### Day 21: Canakkale **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM ### Day 22: Kavala **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Built on a promontory on the site of ancient Neapolis, Kavala offers fine beaches and numerous historic sites. A Byzantine castle lords over Kavala, and its 16th century aqueduct is still intact. The ruins of nearby Philippi include a Roman forum and a 5th century cathedral. ### Day 23: Thessaloniki **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM With a history spanning more than two millennia, Thessaloniki reigned alongside Constantinople as a capital of the Byzantine Empire. So numerous are the outstanding Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments that as a group they have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss the ornate church and sacred crypt of St. Demetrius, the city’s martyred patron saint, or the palace complex of Galerius and the mosaics in the Rotunda. The Archaeological Museum holds even more ancient treasures. ### Day 24: Mitilini (Lesbos) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Explore this bustling city's ancient roots, and visit the huge castle perched on the hill - the beautiful Greek theater that the Romans repaired and then copied back in Rome! See the impressive Cathedral and the Church of St. Nicholas, converted from a mosque. Enjoy the Archaeological Museum or one of the fine art museums with collections of important works. Venture into the old quarter near the waterfront to enjoy the old Turkish mansions or into the countryside and discover quaint villages whe... ### Day 25: Izmir **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM Izmir is a city on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Today, its expansive archaeological sites include the Roman Agora of Smyrna, now an open-air museum. The hilltop Kadifekale, or Velvet Castle, built during Alexander’s reign, overlooks the city. ### Day 26: Bodrum **Arrives:** 09:00 AM · **Departs:** 06:00 PM A playground for yachters, tourists and jet setters, modern Bodrum stands on the site of the ancient city of Halicarnassus. You can still see the foundations of the mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, which was destroyed by earthquakes. The Knights of St. John used its stones to build Bodrum Castle, fascinating not only as a medieval monument but also for the Museum of Underwater Archaeology within its walls, which includes a display of the oldest known shipwreck. ### Day 27: Heraklion (Crete), Greece **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Visit the great Minoan ruins of the Palace of Knossos, famous as the home of the labyrinth where the Minotaur roamed, and the archaeological museum that houses many superb artifacts from the complex. Explore the stunning, mountain-fringed Lassithi plateau with its orchards, 7,000 windmills and ancient villages. ### Day 28: Santorini, Greece **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Visit the beautiful whitewashed hilltop towns of Oia and Fira and their breathtaking views of the caldera below. See the stunning artifacts in Fira's museum, including recent finds from the excavation of Akrotiri, thought by many to be the legendary city of Atlantis, or visit a winery. Stroll through the winding streets with fantastic views around every corner. ### Day 29: Mykonos **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Enjoy wandering through the narrow, winding streets of this delightful seaside village with its whitewashed houses, flowers and brightly painted shutters and doors. Stand beneath the windmills on the hill. Visit the archaeological museum and an old bakery still using a 15th century wood-burning stove. ### Day 30: Athens (Piraeus) **Arrives:** 05:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Climb up the magnificent Acropolis and stand in awe of the Parthenon, the beautiful temples and the view over Athens stretched out before you. See city highlights including the new and old Olympic stadiums. Journey to Cape Sounion and the temple of Poseidon overlooking the sea, or visit ancient Corinth and the narrow Corinth Canal cut through miles of solid rock. ### Day 31: Gythion **Arrives:** 07:00 AM · **Departs:** 04:00 PM The pastel-colored houses inch their way up the foothills of Mount Koumaros in this quaint town that offers a unique and authentic experience of small town life in Greece. Nearby, the medieval city of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was founded in 1248 and abandoned in 1832, leaving impressive medieval ruins amid a breathtaking landscape. Discovered in 1958, the magnificent caves at Diros were used by prehistoric man between 4000 and 3000 BC. ### Day 32: Igoumenitsa **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Igoumenitsa, is a coastal city in northwestern Greece. It is the capital of the regional unit of Thesprotia. Igoumenitsa is the chief port of Thesprotia and Epirus, and one of the largest passenger ports of Greece, connecting northwestern Mainland Greece with the Ionian Islands and Italy. ### Day 33: Kotor **Arrives:** 10:00 AM · **Departs:** 07:00 PM Kotor is a beautiful walled medieval city of twisting, pink-paved streets, markets and architecture reflecting Byzantine to Venetian influences. Stroll through the compact old town, admire the impressive walls and tour the imposing St. Tryphon Cathedral, consecrated in 1166. ### Day 34: Dubrovnik, Croatia **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Enjoy a walk through this famous walled medieval city and its exquisite Venetian monuments. See the Franciscan monastery and explore the Rector's palace and the cathedral. Or explore the countryside with a visit to lovely Cavtat, an enchanting seaside resort that began life as a Greek and then Roman colony. Then visit a local family in a Konavle Valley village and enjoy their hospitality over a traditional welcome of brandy and figs with a serenade by local musicians. ### Day 35: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 36: Valletta **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Discover the myriad of cultural layers of Malta, from its amazing prehistoric temples at Tarxien to beautiful walled medieval Mdina, nearby Rabat, and Marsaxlokk, a colorful fishing village. Admire the stunning scenery and wander through imposing churches and down the streets of fortified towns where the Knights of St. John once held sway. ### Day 37: Messina **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Visit beautiful Taormina and marvel at its famous Greek theater and the stunning view of Mount Etna. Explore lovely medieval Messina with its historic churches and the cathedral where it is rumored Richard the Lionheart worshipped in 1190. Or discover ancient Tyndaris, founded in 396 B.C., with its fine mosaics, Roman baths and impressive theater overlooking the sea. ### Day 38: Salerno, Italy **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 05:00 PM Salerno is a port city southeast of Naples, in Italy. Atop Monte Bonadies, the centuries-old Arechi Castle has sea views, plus Museo Medievale del Castello, exhibiting medieval ceramics and coins. In town, built on the ruins of a Roman temple, is Salerno Cathedral. It has Byzantine bronze doors, a baroque crypt and a marble altar. The terraced Minerva’s Garden has been growing medicinal plants since the 14th century. ### Day 39: Rome, (Civitavecchia) **Arrives:** 08:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Travel to Rome and revel in the magnificent monuments, from the ancient Roman Forum and Coliseum to the splendor of St. Peter's Basilica with Michelangelo's Pietà and his breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Or enjoy a drive through the lush farmlands of the Roman countryside to lovely medieval Castelgandolfo. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Balcony | $19,949 | | Suite | $26,449 | ## Cabin Options ### Balcony Cabins **Veranda Stateroom** (Code: B1) Veranda Stateroom ## Ship Information ### Vista Vista is your world from a new perspective and honors our passion for serving The Finest Cuisine at Sea with imaginative new dining concepts and the debut of new epicurean delights. Be among the first to experience Ember, the newest addition to the Oceania Cruises family of restaurants, and Aquamar, Kitchen, offering an array of indulgent, wellness-inspired dishes. Enjoy unforgettable dining experiences at treasured and iconic dining venues that have been elevated to new heights, from the refined elegance of The Grand Dining Room to the ultimate steakhouse experience at Polo Grill. Join us as we embark on the next chapter of Oceania Cruises’ culinary story. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 1,200 | | Crew | 800 | | Gross Tonnage | 67,000.0 | | Length | 791.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 612 | ## Onboard Amenities ### Recreational - **Artist Loft**: A wall of windows opens onto seascapes that are sure to inspire your inner artist at the Artist Loft, where talented Artists in Residence offer step-b... - **Jacques**: Named after our founding Executive Culinary Director, Jacques Pépin, Jacques restaurant is the epitome of French sophistication. Each dish has been in... - **Guest Speakers**: On every voyage, a Guest Speaker will share unique insights into the cultures and people of the regions visited, along with fascinating stories and th... - **Library**: Guests often state that the Library is their favorite spot to relax on board our ships, so special care was taken to ensure that Vista’s Library inspi... ### Food and Drink - **Baristas**: Combine the stylish flair of a Viennese coffee house with the warm smiles of your neighborhood café, then add 270-degree shimmering sea views and you ... - **The Macallan Experiences**: The Macallan Rituals The Macallan Rituals introduces you to masterfully crafted expressions of The Macallan that you can savor any way you prefer your... - **Waves Bar**: Located in a shaded area just steps from the swimming pool, Waves Bar offers a wide variety of libations to enhance your poolside experience. Revel in... - **Terrace Cafe**: With an inviting, genial dining room and shaded patio, Terrace Café takes on the ease of a treasured vacation home’s favorite sun-drenched conservator... - **Red Ginger**: Red Ginger radiates harmony and tranquility while evoking the boldness and subtleties of the extraordinary Pan-Asian dishes our talented chefs have cr... ### Entertainment - **Vista Lounge**: Our entertainment architects have engineered a space with the best possible acoustics and visual lines to provide a home worthy of the engaging talent... - **Brugal 1888 Rum Experiences**: Brugal 1888 Tea at Sea Become a mixologist for the day and experience the Brugal 1888 Rum Tea at Sea Seminar. In this engaging and hands-on seminar, y... ### Technology - **LYNC Digital Center**: The all-new LYNC Digital Center aboard Vista is all about connection. Join us for an interactive and fun enrichment series that connects you with frie... ### Fitness - **Fitness Center**: From Pilates and yoga to full-body strength training, you are certain to find a complimentary fitness class to suit your preferences. One-on-one perso... - **Running Track & Sports Deck**: High atop the ship, revel in the breathtaking views and refreshing sea breeze. Breathe in the fresh sea air with a few invigorating laps on the runnin... ### Other - **Horizons**: The most distinctive feature of aptly named Horizons is the lounge’s dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows, offering 180 degrees of stunning vistas that a... ### Relaxation - **Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center**: Vista not only charts a new course to alluring ports of call but also reveals new paths to wellness through the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center. Our fir... - **Grand Lounge**: Vista’s provocative Grand Lounge plays with shape and form to create visual elements that are striking even as they are understated. The color palette... - **Relax by the Pool**: Vista’s Pool Deck mirrors the beauty of the surrounding sea. Taking its cue from natural environments that inspire tranquility, the design of the Pool... ## Ports of Call ### Dubai, UAE *Coordinates: 25.2048, 55.2708* Explore this amazing emirate where ultra-modern architecture soars over traditional Arab styles. See the impressive Jumeirah Mosque and stroll through the narrow alleys of old Dubai. Visit a museum in a former all-boys school or journey along Dubai Creek in a dhow. Visit fascinating Sharjah, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and its fabulous souks. ### Abu Dhabi *Coordinates: 24.4667, 54.3667* As the world's richest city, Abu Dhabi boasts opulent hotels, museums and a yacht-filled marina, all marvels of modern architecture. Explore the emirate's old souks, sip a fragrant Arabic coffee, ride the dunes on an exhilarating desert safari, or dive into dazzling marine life. ### Salalah *Coordinates: 17.0139, 54.0923* Discover this lovely old city, its charming streets, museums and lively souks. Travel into a lush countryside of coconut and banana plantations, mountains and seascapes to Job's Tomb. Or explore a rugged landscape of desert, fishing villages and starkly beautiful mosques. Visit ancient Mirbat, the medieval capital of Dhofar and the starting point for camel caravans. ### Jeddah, Saudi Arabia *Coordinates: 21.5435, 39.173* Jeddah, a Saudi Arabian port city on the Red Sea, is a modern commercial hub and gateway for pilgrimages to the Islamic holy cities Mecca and Medina. Resort hotels, beaches and outdoor sculptures line the Corniche, a seafront promenade anchored by the iconic King Fahd’s Fountain. The city’s Al-Balad historic district dates to the 7th century and retains traditional homes built from coral. ### Aqaba *Coordinates: 29.5234, 35.0072* Visit Aqaba’s castle fortress, archaeological museum and mosque. Or journey to magnificent Petra, an ancient city hidden behind rugged mountains. As you enter Petra’s main square through a narrow chasm, the superb facades of imposing monuments carved into the cliffs are revealed, the hues of the stone changing as the sun moves across the sky. ### Luxor (Safaga), Egypt *Coordinates: 26.7312, 33.9384* Take a thrilling journey to Luxor and see the majestic Karnak and Luxor temples. Cross the Nile to the famed Valley of the Kings with the long forgotten tomb of Tutankhamun, the nearby mortuary temple of Queen Hatshepsut and the enormous Colossi of Memnon. Or take a jeep safari into the desert to a Bedouin settlement and enjoy the dramatic beauty of the vast sand dunes. ### Suez Canal Transit ### Alexandria *Coordinates: 31.2135, 29.9443* One of the greatest cities of antiquity, Alexandria boasts the magnificent new Library of Alexandria as well as the Alexandria National Museum. With an atmosphere that is decidedly more Mediterranean than Egyptian, it is a city of wonderful contrasts. Explore the sights ranging from the beautiful beaches along the bustling waterfront to serene gardens and palaces. ### Ephesus (Kusadasi), Turkey *Coordinates: 37.8587, 27.2594* Meander through the ruins of ancient Ephesus and marvel at the famed Library of Celsus, the huge amphitheater, the marble roads with their chariot marks, the amazing mosaic sidewalks and the superb, rarely opened Terrace Houses. Or journey to three monumental cities of antiquity - Priene, Miletus and Didyma - renowned for their majestic temples and impressive, beautifully preserved stadiums. ### Istanbul, Turkey *Coordinates: 41.0124, 28.9759* Indulge your eyes and senses in this magnificent city astride two continents. Visit beautiful Topkapi Palace, the awesome Hagia Sophia and the impressive Blue Mosque. Cruise the Bosphorus to see the city and its surroundings from another perspective. Visit one of the many museums or stroll through the spice market and the famous Grand Bazaar. ### Canakkale *Coordinates: 40.0999, 26.3928* ### Kavala Built on a promontory on the site of ancient Neapolis, Kavala offers fine beaches and numerous historic sites. A Byzantine castle lords over Kavala, and its 16th century aqueduct is still intact. The ruins of nearby Philippi include a Roman forum and a 5th century cathedral. ### Thessaloniki *Coordinates: 40.625, 22.9725* With a history spanning more than two millennia, Thessaloniki reigned alongside Constantinople as a capital of the Byzantine Empire. So numerous are the outstanding Paleochristian and Byzantine monuments that as a group they have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Don’t miss the ornate church and sacred crypt of St. Demetrius, the city’s martyred patron saint, or the palace complex of G... ### Mitilini (Lesbos) *Coordinates: 39.1079, 26.5554* Explore this bustling city's ancient roots, and visit the huge castle perched on the hill - the beautiful Greek theater that the Romans repaired and then copied back in Rome! See the impressive Cathedral and the Church of St. Nicholas, converted from a mosque. Enjoy the Archaeological Museum or one of the fine art museums with collections of important works. Venture into the old quarter near the w... ### Izmir *Coordinates: 38.4187, 27.1297* Izmir is a city on Turkey’s Aegean coast. Known as Smyrna in antiquity, it was founded by the Greeks, taken over by the Romans and rebuilt by Alexander the Great before becoming part of the Ottoman Empire in the 15th century. Today, its expansive archaeological sites include the Roman Agora of Smyrna, now an open-air museum. The hilltop Kadifekale, or Velvet Castle, built during Alexander’s reign,... ### Bodrum *Coordinates: 37.0425, 27.4351* A playground for yachters, tourists and jet setters, modern Bodrum stands on the site of the ancient city of Halicarnassus. You can still see the foundations of the mausoleum, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, which was destroyed by earthquakes. The Knights of St. John used its stones to build Bodrum Castle, fascinating not only as a medieval monument but also for the Museum of Underw... ### Heraklion (Crete), Greece *Coordinates: 35.2831, 25.1296* Visit the great Minoan ruins of the Palace of Knossos, famous as the home of the labyrinth where the Minotaur roamed, and the archaeological museum that houses many superb artifacts from the complex. Explore the stunning, mountain-fringed Lassithi plateau with its orchards, 7,000 windmills and ancient villages. ### Santorini, Greece *Coordinates: 36.3932, 25.4615* Visit the beautiful whitewashed hilltop towns of Oia and Fira and their breathtaking views of the caldera below. See the stunning artifacts in Fira's museum, including recent finds from the excavation of Akrotiri, thought by many to be the legendary city of Atlantis, or visit a winery. Stroll through the winding streets with fantastic views around every corner. ### Mykonos *Coordinates: 37.4415, 25.3667* Enjoy wandering through the narrow, winding streets of this delightful seaside village with its whitewashed houses, flowers and brightly painted shutters and doors. Stand beneath the windmills on the hill. Visit the archaeological museum and an old bakery still using a 15th century wood-burning stove. ### Athens (Piraeus) *Coordinates: 37.9792, 23.7166* Climb up the magnificent Acropolis and stand in awe of the Parthenon, the beautiful temples and the view over Athens stretched out before you. See city highlights including the new and old Olympic stadiums. Journey to Cape Sounion and the temple of Poseidon overlooking the sea, or visit ancient Corinth and the narrow Corinth Canal cut through miles of solid rock. ### Gythion *Coordinates: 36.7594, 22.5663* The pastel-colored houses inch their way up the foothills of Mount Koumaros in this quaint town that offers a unique and authentic experience of small town life in Greece. Nearby, the medieval city of Mystras, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, was founded in 1248 and abandoned in 1832, leaving impressive medieval ruins amid a breathtaking landscape. Discovered in 1958, the magnificent caves at Diros w... ### Igoumenitsa *Coordinates: 39.5061, 20.2655* Igoumenitsa, is a coastal city in northwestern Greece. It is the capital of the regional unit of Thesprotia. Igoumenitsa is the chief port of Thesprotia and Epirus, and one of the largest passenger ports of Greece, connecting northwestern Mainland Greece with the Ionian Islands and Italy. ### Kotor *Coordinates: 42.326, 18.6767* Kotor is a beautiful walled medieval city of twisting, pink-paved streets, markets and architecture reflecting Byzantine to Venetian influences. Stroll through the compact old town, admire the impressive walls and tour the imposing St. Tryphon Cathedral, consecrated in 1166. ### Dubrovnik, Croatia *Coordinates: 42.6418, 18.1065* Enjoy a walk through this famous walled medieval city and its exquisite Venetian monuments. See the Franciscan monastery and explore the Rector's palace and the cathedral. Or explore the countryside with a visit to lovely Cavtat, an enchanting seaside resort that began life as a Greek and then Roman colony. Then visit a local family in a Konavle Valley village and enjoy their hospitality over a tr... ### Valletta *Coordinates: 35.8922, 14.5128* Discover the myriad of cultural layers of Malta, from its amazing prehistoric temples at Tarxien to beautiful walled medieval Mdina, nearby Rabat, and Marsaxlokk, a colorful fishing village. Admire the stunning scenery and wander through imposing churches and down the streets of fortified towns where the Knights of St. John once held sway. ### Messina *Coordinates: 38.1922, 15.5567* Visit beautiful Taormina and marvel at its famous Greek theater and the stunning view of Mount Etna. Explore lovely medieval Messina with its historic churches and the cathedral where it is rumored Richard the Lionheart worshipped in 1190. Or discover ancient Tyndaris, founded in 396 B.C., with its fine mosaics, Roman baths and impressive theater overlooking the sea. ### Salerno, Italy *Coordinates: 40.6824, 14.7681* Salerno is a port city southeast of Naples, in Italy. Atop Monte Bonadies, the centuries-old Arechi Castle has sea views, plus Museo Medievale del Castello, exhibiting medieval ceramics and coins. In town, built on the ruins of a Roman temple, is Salerno Cathedral. It has Byzantine bronze doors, a baroque crypt and a marble altar. The terraced Minerva’s Garden has been growing medicinal plants sin... ### Rome, (Civitavecchia) *Coordinates: 42.1062, 11.7757* Travel to Rome and revel in the magnificent monuments, from the ancient Roman Forum and Coliseum to the splendor of St. Peter's Basilica with Michelangelo's Pietà and his breathtaking frescoes in the Sistine Chapel. Or enjoy a drive through the lush farmlands of the Roman countryside to lovely medieval Castelgandolfo. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2291733 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2291733 - **Markdown URL:** https://pirate.travel/cruise/2291733.md - **API Endpoint:** https://pirate.travel/api/cruises/2291733/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/oceania-cruises/vista/other/178793.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-10-19 13:05:39 UTC