13 Day Italian Lakes and Parma with 7 Day Greek Isles and Turkey Cruise

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• Flights NYC Milan, Venice NYC
  Other departure cities available. Click on date of departure for selection and prices
• Airline taxes & fuel surcharges
• 11 nights First Class accommodations
• 2 nights <, Como
• 2 nights <, Parma
• 7 nights ®
• Italian city hotel taxes
• All transfers
• 25 meals: 11 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 8 dinners
• Sightseeing per itinerary in modern air conditioned motor coach
• Services of English speaking tour manager (Days 2 6)
• Entrance fees per itinerary

Special Features

• Excursion to Bellagio
• Parmesan cheese & ham tasting, Parma
• Whisper technology enhanced touring days 2 6

Day DAY 1: Depart USA
Depart the USA for Italy. Your flight includes meals, drinks, and in flight entertainment for your journey


Day DAY 2: Arrive in Milan, Transfer to Como
Arrive in Milan and transfer to your hotel in Como. Balance of the day at leisure. This evening, enjoy an orientation meeting with your tour escort, followed by a welcome dinner at a local restaurant
Overnight: Como
Meals: Dinner

Day DAY 3: Lake Como Cruise to Bellagio
Today, cruise the scenic waters of Lake Como to the quiet village of Bellagio. With the Italian Alps in view to the north, enjoy time at leisure to saunter the slender streets and alleyways, lined with craft shops, villas, boutiques and cafes. This afternoon, sail back to Como and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure
Overnight: Como
Meals: Breakfast

Day DAY 4: Milan City Tour, Travel to Parma, Parma City Tour
This morning, depart for a panoramic tour of Milan. Upon arrival, begin your tour of the city at Sforza Castle, then proceed to Duomo Cathedral Square and walk the Victor Emmanuel Galleria, a pedestrian mall built in the 1800s, featuring a large arched glass ceiling. Continue to head South to Parma, with a stop en route for a Parmesan Cheese & Ham Tasting. Enjoy an afternoon tour of Parma including the baptistery of the Parma Cathedral, considered to be one of the most important medieval monuments in Europe
Overnight: Parma
Meals: Breakfast

Day DAY 5: Full Day in Parma
Enjoy a full day at leisure in Parma
Optional: Cinque Terre Tour
Overnight: Parma
Meals: Breakfast

Day DAY 6: Travel to Venice, Embark Cruise
This morning depart Parma and drive to Venice. Stop enroute for a visit of a Balsamic vinegar producing factory and tasting. Once in Venice, embark your cruise and begin exploring the many unique features of your floating hotel. The ship will set sail for Bari at 5:00 pm
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner

Day DAY 7: Full Day in Bari, Italy
Arrive in Bari around 12:00pm. This seaside town on Italy's Adriatic Coast has been inhabited since pre Roman times. Perhaps visit the old section of the city with its twisting streets and numerous piazzas, or visit the Basilica of St. Nicholas, built in the 11th century and today houses the remains of one of the most well known saints. Sail tonight at 8:00 pm for Corfu
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day DAY 8: Full Day in Corfu
Arrive to Corfu, Greece at 8:00 am. Known as the "Emerald Island" because of its lush greenery and breathtaking beauty, Corfu is one of the hidden treasures of the Mediterranean. The second largest of the seven Ionian Islands, Corfu has a breathtaking coastline and a lush countryside filled with olive groves, cypress, lemon and orange trees. Perhaps hike to the top of Mount Pantokrator for a panoramic view of the island's natural beauty. Set sail at 3:00 pm
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day DAY 9: Full Day in Santorini
At 12:00 pm arrive on the Greek Island of Santorini, known throughout the world for its stunning Red Beach, colorful sunsets, and whitewashed buildings along the sea cliffs. Its harbor, the island's distinctive caldera, was formed thousands of years ago by one of the most devastating volcanic eruptions in history. This event, which created the island's placid harbor, is believed to have led to the demise of the ancient Minoan culture and inspired several Greek myths. Set sail at 8:00 pm
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day DAY 10: Full Day in Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey
This morning, arrive to Kusadasi at 7:00 am. Renowned for its beaches and attractive view of the Aegean, Kusadasi is near to several historical sites including Ephesus, a city created by the Ionians in the 11th century B.C. and later expanded by the Romans to become a powerful trading and religious center. Sail for Katakolon at 5:00 pm
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day DAY 11: Full Day in Katakolon
Arrive in Katakolon at 12:00pm. This small, picturesque seaside town is located only a short drive away from Olympia, where the ancient Greeks held athletic games in honor of their gods. Today, there is an extensive archaeological site and a remarkable set of ruins which include a gymnasium and stadium. If you'd prefer to relax in town, visit one of the seaside cafes and admire the beauty of the Mediterranean while sampling some local mezes (Greek snacks) and sipping ouzo. Continue sailing at 7:00 pm
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day DAY 12: At Sea
Enjoy a day at sea aboard the ship as you sail across the sparkling Mediterranean. Take the chance to explore the amazing amenities of your ship. Relax by the pools, take in a show at the theater or try your luck at the casino this evening
Overnight: Cruise
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Day DAY 13: Depart for the USA
This morning, arrive to Venice at 7:00 am. Disembark the ship and transfer to the airport for your departure flight
Meals: Breakfast

Touring Date	Land Only	Land + Air	Single (Land Only)	Single (Land + Air)
6/18/2012 - 7/1/2012	$1,839
7/16/2012 - 7/29/2012	$1,979
8/13/2012 - 8/26/2012	$1,979
9/10/2012 - 9/23/2012	$2,029
9/24/2012 - 10/7/2012	$1,889
11/5/2012 - 11/18/2012	$1,729
Note: Departures appearing above in green are guaranteed to operate by the tour operator.
Airfare Disclaimer A NOTE ABOUT AIRFARE: We encourage you to buy your airfare from the tour operator, because if your tour cancels then your airlines tickets will be covered. Purchasing flights separately at a lesser rate and incorporating it with a Non-Guaranteed Departure Date can result in loss of total cost of your flight investment. Depending on the fare rules, flights may be Non-Refundable and/or Non-Transferable. Neither the tour operator and/or Atlas Cruises & Tours will be held responsible for loss if a tour is cancelled for Lack of Participation. If you would like to check for discounted fares on Guaranteed Departures or for competitive pricing on air and hotel packages, we invite you to follow this link. Documents TRAVEL DOCUMENTS: Necessary Travel Documents such as Passports and Visas is the responsibility of the traveler. Passports must be valid six months from your return travel date.

Hotel Information:

Splendour of the Seas
Hotel Metropole Suisse
Starhotel Du Parc

*Not Included:
Royal Caribbean Taxes & Fees, shore excursions, and gratuities.

Royal Caribbean International^® reserves the right to impose a fuel supplement on all guests if the price of West Texas Intermediate fuel exceeds $65.00 per barrel. The fuel supplement for 1st and 2nd guests would be no more than $10 per guest per day, to a maximum of $140 per cruise; and for additional guests would be no more than $5 per person per day, to a maximum of $70 per cruise.

Additional Information:
Land only price does not include arrival/departure transfers.

Passengers disembarking to the airport should select flights that depart no earlier than 11 AM.

Reservations may only be completed for one cabin. Customers requiring multiple cabins will require one reservation per cabin.

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