MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE: ITALY & GREECE Cruise on Azamara Onward from Civitavecchia (Rome)

Civitavecchia (Rome)

 Civitavecchia is the city of Rome´s port on the Tyrrhenian Sea. The harbour is formed by two piers and a breakwater, on which is a lighthouse. The name Civitavecchia means Ancient Town. There, the Eternal City lies before us in large format architectural and artistic sculptures such as the Colosseum, the most important monument of ancient Rome and used for public entertainment. Do not miss the Trevi Fountain and make a wish while you throw a coin over your shoulder and then continue to the Pantheon, one of the best-preserved monuments of antiquity, Piazza Navona, and the Vatican City. Take a walk through the Plaza of Spain and rest on the steps of Trinita dei Monti before heading to Via Condotti, a wide avenue lined with shops. Civitavecchia is always popular with cruise passengers because, as noted earlier, it is the gateway to Rome. All cruise lines tend to offer shore excursions here to the Eternal City and we highly recommend that you book one. 

Salerno (Italy)

Salerno is a port town in Campania, located on the Gulf of Salerno on the Tyrrhenian Sea, south western Italy.
Salerno is the main town close to the Amalfi Coast on the Tyrrhenian, which includes the famous towns of Amalfi, Positano, etc and is mostly known for the first University of Medicine in the world. The city has a rich and varied culture and and the Historical Old Town centre is well preserved and full of tiny little passageways and hidden corners. The port city of Naples is about 35 miles from Salerno and has plenty of historical sites, churches, and museums to visit.

Salerno (Italy)

Salerno is a port town in Campania, located on the Gulf of Salerno on the Tyrrhenian Sea, south western Italy.
Salerno is the main town close to the Amalfi Coast on the Tyrrhenian, which includes the famous towns of Amalfi, Positano, etc and is mostly known for the first University of Medicine in the world. The city has a rich and varied culture and and the Historical Old Town centre is well preserved and full of tiny little passageways and hidden corners. The port city of Naples is about 35 miles from Salerno and has plenty of historical sites, churches, and museums to visit.

Syracuse (Sicily)

Syracuse, one of the smallest cities in Sicily, is one of the most interesting and popular destinations and is a great destination for a day trip or a week-long holiday. Sunny weather, beautiful landscapes and oceanviews and ancient Greek archeological attractions provide plenty of entertainment for all types of travelers.

Olympia (Greece)

Olympia is a city of the ancient Greece in the prefacture of Elis, on the Peloponnese peninsula. The city is found on the foot of Mount Kronos and on the right side of the river Alfeios. It was for hundreds of years the religious and athletic centre for excelence in Greece. The olympic Games, which we celebrate every four years during the last full moon of the summer, were the most important in Hellas.

Chania (Crete)

Chania , is the second largest city of Crete and the capital of the Chania regional unit. It lies along the north coast of the island, about 43 mi west of Rethymno and 90 mi west of Heraklion.Some notable sights include the Mosque of Djamissi; the remains of the Venetian "arsenali", where ships were once built and repaired; the Orthodox Church of St. Nicholas, the huge Municipal Market that connects to the new town at its opposite entrance; the marvellous Archaeological Museum occupying a 16th Century Venetian church; and many of the side streets filled with shops, craftsmen, and beautiful architecture.

Athens (Piraeus)

Athens, the capital city of Greece is an active cosmopolitan mix of different cultures and people, passionate about their art and history. The climate is one of the best in Europe, with mild winters and very hot summers, ideal for tourism. It is located just a few miles from the port of Piraeus, the central commercial port of the capital, and the shores of southern Attica. The main attractions of Athens are The Ancient Agora, Anafiotika, The Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, Thiseion Cinema, Gazi, Monastiraki Flea Market, Pireaus seaside, Pireaus open air market, Kastella Hill, Veakio open air theatre and Piraeus Archaeological.

Athens (Piraeus)

Athens, the capital city of Greece is an active cosmopolitan mix of different cultures and people, passionate about their art and history. The climate is one of the best in Europe, with mild winters and very hot summers, ideal for tourism. It is located just a few miles from the port of Piraeus, the central commercial port of the capital, and the shores of southern Attica. The main attractions of Athens are The Ancient Agora, Anafiotika, The Acropolis, Mount Lycabettus, Thiseion Cinema, Gazi, Monastiraki Flea Market, Pireaus seaside, Pireaus open air market, Kastella Hill, Veakio open air theatre and Piraeus Archaeological.