Roaming Rome with Gems of Italy & France

Cruise Itinerary

• Day 1: UK to Rome, Italy

  Fly, arrive and transfer to Rome for you 2-night stay.

• Day 2: Rome, Italy

  The capital of Italy, Rome, is a sprawling city cosmopolitan city brimming with globally-influential art, architecture, and culture. The three-tiered Roman Colosseum amphitheatre offers fascinating tours of ancient history. The late Renaissance St Peter's Basilica was crafted by Michelangelo and other architects and is a must-see. The crystal blue waters and sculptures of Trevi Fountain will leave you mesmerised. The Roman Forum is the excavated heart of the Roman Empire and provides an insight of age-old times. Vatican Museums are home to Renaissance art treasures and feature the Sistine Chapel frescoes. Take a walk down the famous Spanish Steps. Pay a visit to the bustling Piazza Navona with its Fontana dei Quattro Fiumi, Fontana del Moro, and Fontana del Nettuno fountains, exquisite bars, and talented street artists.

• Day 3: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy (embark cruise)

  Embark onboard Norwegian Gem for your 6-night cruise

• Day 4: Cannes, France

  The resort town of Cannes sits at the heart of the French Riviera. Stroll along Boulevard de la Croisette and admire the Palais des Festival et des Congres - home to Cannes Film Festival - and the handprints of famous movie stars at nearby Allee des Etoiles. Pay a visit to the impressive 17th-century Madonna on the high altar at Notre-Dame de l'Esperance church. Explore the antiquities, artworks, and musical instruments on display at Musee de la Castre or discover contemporary art at Le Malmaison Museum. Shopping is a pleasure in Cannes - whether it's at the daily Forville Market or the boutiques on La Croisette, Rue D'Antibes, and Rue Meynardier. Venture up Mont Chevalier to enjoy the old world charm of Le Suquet with Eglise du Suquet and Tour du Mont Chavalier just waiting to be admired too.

• Day 5: Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy

  Livorno — Tuscany's second-largest city — is home to one of Italy's largest cruise ports. The city's main Terrazza Mascagni square with its grand pavement and seafront promenade is a common meeting place for locals looking to relax. The 16th-century Old Fortress faces the harbour and sits at the entrance to the canal-lined Venezia district. Enjoy gourmet dishes and sample local seafood, which is said to be the best on the Tyrrhenian Coast. Head to Central Piazza Cavour or the car-free Via Ricasoli for shopping, try Via Magenta and pick up some quirky souvenirs, or stop by Via dei Pensieri's street market for a great selection of food, clothing, accessories, and homewares. If you're looking to travel further afield, Pisa is just a short drive away.

• Day 6: At sea

  Day at sea

• Day 7: Messina (Sicily), Italy

  The gateway to Mount Etna, Messina, is the third-largest port in Sicily. This city — which was used to film part of the film 'The Godfather' — is famous for its museums and architectural beauty. Drive up the side of nearby Mount Etna on a day trip or wander around the many shops along Messina's wide boulevards to look at Sicilian pottery and art pieces. Black volcanic glass from Mount Etna features heavily in Sicilian jewellery and makes a great souvenir. Visit Norman Messina Cathedral to see its beautiful, 15th-century windows and astronomical clock tower, before walking by the stunning marble fountains — Fontana di Orione and Neptune Fountain — which are decorated with mythical creatures and gods. Make sure to dine on locally-inspired swordfish, pasta and pizza dishes complemented by rich Sicilian wine at a trattoria during your time here, too.

• Day 8: Amalfi Coast (Salerno), Italy

  Amalfi is a small, picturesque town on the Amalfi Coast on Italy’s South West shoreline. Visit the stunning Duomo di Sant'Andrea Apostolo, a 9th-century church with breathtaking Roman and Gothic architecture. Stop by the burial site of the elite families of Amalfi who are commemorated in the mosaic work and striking bronze doors of the bell tower. Explore Museo Arsenale Amalfi, a medieval shipyard-turned-exhibition space, or take a ten-minute boat trip to the magical Emerald Grotto. Discover the natural beauty of the Valle delle Ferier and enjoy a breathtaking hike to the dazzling waterfall of Amalfi.

• Day 9: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy to UK

  Today your cruise comes to an end