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A Mediterranean Odyssey: Rome to Athens | Exploration

19 Night Fly, Stay & Exploration Cruise Holiday including City Stay, All-Inclusive Always & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • Exclusive To My Cruises
  • Sail | September 2026

Book By 31 October 2024

Set Sail on 1 September 2026

Product Code: MYX-33255

A Mediterranean Odyssey: Rome to Athens | Exploration

19 Night Fly, Stay & Exploration Cruise Holiday including City Stay, All-Inclusive Always & More

  • Low Deposit $999*pp
  • Exclusive To My Cruises
  • Sail | September 2026

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Exploration Cruise Highlights

Set sail from the historic port of Rome and explore Italy’s charming cities – Livorno’s Tuscan vineyards, Naples’ ancient Pompeii ruins, and Sicily’s panoramic views of Mount Etna. Discover Valletta’s ornate Baroque architecture, stroll Dubrovnik’s medieval walls, and uncover Split’s Roman heritage. Witness Zadar’s mesmerising sunsets, soak in Mykonos’ breathtaking views and whitewashed cliffside villages before arriving at Athens’ Piraeus. 

Enjoy a comfortable transit with full-service economy flights to Rome, returning from Athens

Explore the sights of Rome with a 3 night stay in a hand-selected hotel

Enjoy a 13 night Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Piraeus onboard Regatta in an interior stateroom

Match your moment with freestyle dining options offering everything from a four course meal to a casual bite with the freedom of beautifully crafted cuisine when you choose.

Enjoy a wide selection of spirits, cocktails, wines, beer, juices and soft drinks.

Savour world-class cuisine at the onboard speciality restaurants with two complimentary dining packages per person, ensuring your dining experience is a memorable highlight of your voyage.

Delight in everything from intimate theatre-style production shows and live music to engaging destination and cultural showcases. All intentionally crafted by a dedicated Entertainment and Destination Cruise Director, these exhilarating and educational programs will only enhance your journey.

Stay connected throughout your voyage with the essential wifi package. Optional upgrades are available for enhanced streaming.

Receive USD$50 onshore exploration credit per port to experience ashore your way with a range of interests and activity levels to choose from across three categories: Highlights, Local Discovery and Active Adventure.

Relax knowing that all onboard prepaid gratuities, port taxes and charges are included and taken care of for you.

Enjoy complimentary still and sparkling water that is replenished daily in your stateroom, adding a refreshing touch to your voyage.

Explore the sights of Athens with a 3 night stay in a hand-selected hotel

When you upgrade to a Penthouse Suite or above you will receive the additional bonus upgrades:

  • Premium hotel upgrade for your pre cruise city stay
  • Premium onboard wifi package
  • Enhanced speciality dining package – 2 additional dining options

Speak to our My Cruises experts about how you can upgrade at time of booking.

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Rome, Italy

Welcome to Rome, the Eternal City. No visit is complete without taking a trip back to ancient history at the Colosseum, Roman Forum and Palatine Hill. Other must-dos include climbing the Spanish Steps, tossing a coin in the Trevi Fountain, and visiting Vatican City. Finish your stay with a plate of pasta – for the best restaurants, we suggest exploring the Trastevere neighbourhood. Enjoy a 3-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy

Embark your 13 night Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Piraeus onboard Regatta today.

 
Livorno, Italy

Livorno is an Italian port city on the west coast of Tuscany and 90km from the heart of Florence . It’s known for its seafood, Renaissance-era fortifications, and modern harbor with a cruise ship port. Its central Terrazza Mascagni, a waterside promenade with checkerboard paving, is the city’s main gathering place. The bastions of the 16th-century Fortezza Vecchia face the harbor and open onto Livorno’s canal-laced Venezia Nuova quarter.

 
Naples, Italy

Welcome to Naples, the city of the sun. History lovers can’t miss a visit to Pompeii, the home of Europe’s most compelling archaeological site. For those looking for a taste of the Amalfi Coast, the beautiful blue waters of Capri are just a short ferry away. Naples is also the birthplace of pizza, so make sure you savour a slice during your stay.

 
Messina, Italy

Welcome to Messina, the door of Sicily. Despite being the site of historical disaster, suffering from plague, cholera, and earthquakes in times past, today Messina is a thriving port town with plenty to explore. During your visit, be sure to check out Piazza del Duomo, sample Sicilian cuisine and wander along the colourful seafront.

 
Valletta, Malta

Welcome to Valletta, the fortress city. This tiny city is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, famed for its dusty Baroque buildings and mesmerising sea views. Shop for crafts and jewellery on Republic Street, explore the Upper and Lower Barrakka Gardens and uncover history at Parliament House and the ruins of the Royal Opera House.

 
At Sea

Your day at sea will allow you to take full advantage of everything the ship has to offer. Seek out hidden treasures and make the most of the facilities onboard. All of the ships activities can be found on the vessels daily newsletter. If relaxation is on your mind then your sea day will allow you to sit back, soak in ship life and watch the world as it floats by.

 
Dubrovnik, Croatia

Welcome to Dubrovnik, the pearl of the Adriatic. Famous for its distinctive terracotta rooftops, gleaming limestone streets and medieval architecture, no trip to Croatia is complete without a visit to Dubrovnik. Walk along the city walls, take a cable car to Mount Srd for impeccable views or kayak to the turquoise waters of Lokrum Island.

 
Split, Croatia

Welcome to Split! This atmospheric city is stunningly located between coastal mountains and the glistening turquoise waters of the Adriatic. Discover UNESCO site Diocletian’s Palace, amble down the postcard-perfect Riva Promenade and explore the cobblestoned maze of Old Town. Once you’re done exploring, get into the spirit of Fjaka, the Dalmatian art of doing nothing, as you relax at one of the dozens of bars, cafes and restaurants lining the city’s walls.

 
Zadar, Croatia

Zadar, a city on Croatia’s Dalmatian coast, is known for the Roman and Venetian ruins of its peninsular Old Town. There are several Venetian gates in the city walls. Surrounding the Roman-era Forum is 11th-century St. Mary’s Convent, with religious art dating to the 8th century. There’s also the grand, 12th-century St. Anastasia’s Cathedral and the round, 9th-century pre-Romanesque Church of St. Donatus.

 
Rijeka, Croatia

Welcome to Rijeka! Here, you can immerse yourself in Croatian daily life by chatting with locals over a traditional meal or shopping at the lively central market. Plus, the postcard-perfect beaches Croatia is so famous for are within easy reach.

 
At Sea

Your day at sea will allow you to take full advantage of everything the ship has to offer. Seek out hidden treasures and make the most of the facilities onboard. All of the ships activities can be found on the vessels daily newsletter. If relaxation is on your mind then your sea day will allow you to sit back, soak in ship life and watch the world as it floats by.

 
Mykonos, Greece

Welcome to Mykonos, famed for its beautiful beaches and whitewashed houses. Explore Mykonos Town, hop from beach to beach, wander Little Venice and visit the Delos ruins. Finish your day soaking in the sunset with fresh Greek seafood and a glass of wine in hand.

 
Athens (Piraeus), Greece

Disembark Regatta in Athens (Piraeus) today. Welcome to Athens, the birthplace of democracy. This vibrant city is steeped in history, which you can discover for yourself at the Acropolis and National Archaeological Museum. Afterwards, take a stroll through Plaka, a neighbourhood teeming with cobblestoned streets, sidewalk cafes and tiny local stores. Enjoy a 3-night hotel stay to explore this exciting city.

 
Athens, Greece

Farewell Athens as you board your flight home, or ask us about our flexible flights and extend your stay.

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Price based on cruise sail date 1 September 2026

Price based on departing from Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, Sydney

Based on Inside Stateroomview stateroom

Upgrade to Obstructed Oceanview Stateroom from $599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Midship Oceanview Porthole Stateroom from $999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Oceanview with Picture Window Stateroom from $1099 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Balcony Stateroom from $1599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Club Balcony Stateroom from $1999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Penthouse Suite from $4599 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Forward Facing Penthouse Vista Suite from $5999 per personview stateroom

Upgrade to Owners Suite from $6999 per personview stateroom

Prices are per person twin share in AUD, and subject to availability and currency fluctuations.
Pricing is subject to change until reservation is confirmed. Please note – Accommodation, itinerary and inclusions are subject to change and availability.
Seasonal and/or flight routing surcharges may apply. Flights may not be direct or operate daily. Disruptions to cruising and itinerary may occur.

Important – if your cruise holiday package is made up of consecutive back to back sailings, there is a chance that you may be allocated different cabin numbers on each voyage and may be required to change cabins throughout your journey.

Please note upgrade amounts advertised may be based on lead in obstructed view staterooms.

Please note – onboard benefits valued at has been converted into Australian Dollars from the onboard currency. Details of the onboard currency can be provided by your consultant at the time of enquiry. Shore excursions and other items such as alcoholic beverages & laundry are an additional cost. Should onboard gratuities or hotel service charges not already be included in your package, these are mandatory and charged by the cruise line to your onboard account on a day by day basis.
Itineraries are subject to change at any time without notice.

Due to security reasons, all guests must be on board 2 hours before sailing.
Disembarkation usually begins 2 hours after docking.

Please note: Flight deviations requested by the traveller incur a fee of $150AUD per person plus any additional airfare and or tax charges. These will be advised by our Cruise After Sales / Air Department at the time of selecting your flights

Please note that a majority of US based (including Hawaii) hotels impose a daily mandatory additional charge that is automatically added to your bill by the hotel. There are various inclusions provided for these resort fees. These fees are separate from, cannot be prepaid prior to arrival and are in addition to our advertised package.
Please note many European hotels charge a nominal daily City Tourist Tax which is utilised locally for tourism-related purposes and to improve the local infrastructure in the area. This tax is collected by the hotels directly from the customer and the amount can vary by region, hotel size or type. Local regulations state this must be collected by the hotel and cannot be prepaid.

It is your responsibility to ensure that you have checked the Visa requirements for all countries visited on this itinerary.
China, Russia, India, Canada, and the USA require visas to be arranged prior to sailing for all Australian passport holders.
For Non-Australian passport holders please check with the appropriate embassy.

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