 Join Tauck World Discovery on a new-for-2007 cruise visiting five countries on the shores of the magical Mediterranean. From Monte Carlo cruise along the Cote d’Azure and experience fabled places such as Rome, Ephesus, and Athens. Visit historic hilltop Roquebrunne in France, stroll the medieval streets of Taormina in Sicily and explore the volcanic Greek island of Santorini. Your home during this Monte Carlo cruise to Athens is the luxurious, all-suite Regent Seven Seas Navigator. Enjoy a delightful experience aboard, with unsurpassed service, attention to detail and elegant, yet relaxed, surroundings.
2007 Itinerary
2008 itinerary now available.
Eastbound
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• Indicates day of cruising
Day 1: Say Bonjour to the Cote d’Azure
Fly to Nice. An included transfer whisks you off along the Cote d’Azur to glamorous Monte-Carlo and the Fairmont Monte Carlo, centrally located in the glittering capital of Monaco. Your Monte Carlo cruise begins at The Fairmont Monte Carlo at 6:00 PM. Meet your fellow travelers at our welcome reception and dinner this evening.
Meals: Dinner
Lodging: Fairmont Monte Carlo
Day 2: Riches of the Rothchilds
The opulent mansion and seven magnificent gardens of Baroness Ephrussi de Rothchild await your exploration in charming Cap Ferrat today. The gardens were inspired by her many travels and their varied fragrances will delight you.
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: The Fairmont Monte Carlo
• Day 3: The Ramparts of Roquebrune-cap-Martin
Journey to medieval Roquebrune-cap-Martin and discover this distinctive town, set atop a hill in the French countryside. Return to Monte-Carlo and enjoy leisure time to explore this favorite haunt of the rich and famous. From Monte Carlo cruise aboard the Regent Seven Seas Navigator to the Italian mainland.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Regent Seven Seas Navigator
• Day 4: When in Rome
Revel in the many glories of Rome as you see some of the best-known landmarks and antiquities in the “Eternal City.” A guided walking tour takes you to the Trevi Fountain, the Pantheon and the Piazza Navona, where you’ll view famous la Fontana del Fiumi (the Fountain of the Four rivers) created by the talented sculptor, Bernini, in 1651. Following lunch in historic Piazza di Spagna, see the Colosseum, the Roman Forum and St. Peter’s Basilica. Your cruise continues as the Regent Seven Seas Navigator sets sail for enchanting Capri.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Regent Seven Seas Navigator
• Day 5: The Idyllic Isle of Capri
From Sorrento, be whisked across the water by high-speed hydrofoil to romantic Capri. An open-top convertible awaits to take you to the lovely Gardens of Augustus and the charming town of Anacapri. Admire Villa San Michele, with its museum and gardens.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Regent Seven Seas Navigator
• Day 6: Mountain Vistas and Colorful Culture
View Mt. Etna as you disembark at Giardini-Naxos on the island of Sicily. Stoll the charming streets within the walls of Taormina, an ancient city set high on a hill. You will see why Taormina, with its traditional beauty, was proclaimed a “patch of paradise.”
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Regent Seven Seas Navigator
• Day 7: Glorious Sailing
Spending a glorious day at sea as the Regent Seven Seas Navigator cruises toward Turkey will be a cherished memory. Explore the many amenities and activities offered by your luxurious cruise ship or just find a quiet corner and watch the ever-changing sea flow past. Do it all or do nothing at all – it’s your choice to make.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Regent Seven Seas Navigator
• Day 8: A Walk Back in Time
Ephesus is among the best-preserved ancient cities on your Monte Carlo cruise to Athens because, unlike other classical cities, it was abandoned rather than destroyed. Thus, it feels today much as it did at the height of its glory over two thousand years ago. The Library of Celsus and the Temple of Artemis are of special note. The 2,500-year-old Greco-Roman amphitheatre, which hosted dramatic and circus performances as well as gladiatorial contests, is so well acoustically designed that a penny dropped on the stage can be heard in the upper-most seating of the huge theatre. Your time exploring ancient Ephesus will be a highlight.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Regent Seven Seas Navigator
• Day 9: A Touch of Blue and White in Santorini
The colors of blue and white come to mind when one thinks of lovely Santorini. The Cycladic island of Santorini is known throughout the world for its beautiful beaches, charming villages of whitewashed houses, and many blue-domed churches. Santorini is also known for its reputed role in the disappearance of the lost land of Atlantis when the world’s most violent volcanic eruption happened on the island in the 15th century.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Regent Seven Seas Navigator
Day 10: An Olympic City
Welcome to Athens! In 2004, modern-day Athens hosted the Olympic games, thus bringing the tradition of the ancient games begun in 776 BC home to Greece. After disembarking Regent Seven Seas Navigator at the port of Piraeus, take a sightseeing tour of this ancient, yet modern, city and view its treasures at the National Archaeological Museum of Athens.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch
Lodging: Hilton Athens
Day 11: Amazing Athens
Your visit to the Benaki Museum reveals Greek and Athenian antiquities while a special class in cooking Greek cuisine gives a glimpse of the Athenian lifestyle today. As your adventure draws to an end, join us for a festive farewell reception and dinner with traditional Greek entertainment this evening.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hilton Athens
Day 12: A Fond Farewell
Your Monte Carlo cruise and tour to Athens ends at Athens International Airport. Take advantage of an included transfer from the Hilton Athens to the airport as you begin your journey home. We suggest that you allow at least 2 ½ hours for flight check-in formalities.
Meals: Breakfast
Dates & Prices
Jul 20, 27
Aug 3, 10, 17
12 Days from $6,690 Low Season: May & October
| Double | Single | Triple | Cat. G – Deck 6; Deluxe Suite
| $6690 | $8180 | $6120 | Cat. F – Deck 6, 8, 9; Balcony Suite
| $7250 | $8855 | $6560 | Cat. E – Deck 6, 7; Balcony Suite
| $7530 | $9180 | $6790 | Cat. C – Deck 9; Balcony Suite
| $8020 | $11,300 | $7165 | Cat. B – Deck 10; Penthouse Suite
| $8370 | $11,810 | $7445 | Navigator Suite – Deck 9, 11; Balcony Suite
| $11,030 | $16,000 | $9870 |
| Peak Season: June, July, August, September | Double | Single | Triple | Cat. G – Deck 6; Deluxe Suite
| $6890 | $8810 | $6230 | Cat. F – Deck 6, 8, 9; Balcony Suite
| $7490 | $9570 | $6695 | Cat. E – Deck 6, 7; Balcony Suite
| $7790 | $9890 | $6970 | Cat. C – Deck 9; Balcony Suite
| $8315 | $11,895 | $7345 | Cat. B – Deck 10; Penthouse Suite
| $8690 | $12,440 | $7645 | Navigator Suite – Deck 9, 11; Balcony Suite
| $11,540 | $16,860 | $10,240 |
Click here for deck plan and other information about cruising aboard Regent Seven Seas Navigator.
28 meals included.
Consider our great value! When you add the cost of Tauck’s shore excursions ($725), port charges and taxes ($220), and all land components ($1975) of your journey, along with Regent’s all-inclusive liquor package and gratuities to ship staff, Tauck offers an incredible value beyond the cruise cost.
International airfare is additional. Tauck can book your international air for travel originating in the United States, subject to availability; inquire upon booking for special airfares that may be available.
Please ask at time of booking about additional hotel nights before your tour begins and about our comprehensive Cruise Protection Plan.
All prices are per person in U.S. dollars. |
