| Cruise line | MSC Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | MSC Orchestra |
| Duration | 4 nights |
| Port calls | 5 |
| From fare | $349 per person |
| Year built | 2007 |
| Guests | 3060 |
| Cabins | 1275 |
| Crew | 1054 |
| Length | 294 m |
| Beam | 32 m |
| Cruising speed | 23.0 kn |
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Italy Cruise from Civitavecchia to Bari — 5 Days
4 nights · Italy · Departs Civitavecchia-Rome (Italy) · Visiting Catania, Corfu Island, Kotor, Bari · Aboard MSC Cruises on the MSC Orchestra
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Day 1
Civitavecchia-Rome, Italy
Your ship docks at Civitavecchia, Rome’s seaport, about 50 miles northwest of the capital. Rome’s great monuments are within reach, but the port town rewards a closer look. Walk the waterfront to Forte Michelangelo, a 16th-century fortress begun under Pope Julius II; explore the old streets and market. Prefer a quieter day? The town’s seafront and nearby beaches offer an easy change of pace. Choose Rome for art and antiquity, or Civitavecchia for coastal life beyond the terminal.
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Day 2
Catania, Italy
Mount Etna sets the scale in Catania, where black lava stone gives the Sicilian city a character unlike any other. Rebuilt after the 1693 earthquake, its Baroque heart is part of the UNESCO-listed Val di Noto. Begin at Piazza del Duomo, then follow Via Etnea toward cafés, churches and views of the volcano. At La Pescheria, the fish market, Sicily’s daily life is on full display, best sampled before lunch.
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Day 3
Corfu Island, Greece
Corfu rewards visitors who look beyond the beach resorts. Its Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, bears the marks of centuries of Venetian rule. Walk the arcaded Liston, then climb to the Old Fortress for views across the rooftops and Ionian Sea. Beyond town, cypress-lined roads lead to Paleokastritsa’s coves, while the Achilleion palace recalls an imperial past. Allow time for lunch; Corfiot cooking pairs Ionian seafood with Italian and Greek influences.
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Day 4
Kotor, Montenegro
At the head of Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, the old town sits beneath steep mountains. Enter through the Sea Gate and follow stone lanes to St Tryphon’s Cathedral. Venetian-era walls frame squares, churches, and cafés within a compact UNESCO-listed center. For a broader view, climb toward San Giovanni Fortress; the steps are demanding. Take water and allow time for the ascent, especially in summer heat. From the harbor, the bay’s changing light makes a memorable arrival and departure.
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Day 5
Bari, Italy
Bari is Puglia’s lively capital, with a working port and a historic center close by. Enter Bari Vecchia on foot and follow its lanes toward the Basilica of Saint Nicholas. This Romanesque church draws pilgrims and visitors to the saint’s revered relics. On Arco Basso, local women have traditionally shaped orecchiette by hand. Then cross to the seafront or browse Via Sparano’s shops and cafés. Order seafood or a plate of Puglia’s distinctive pasta before returning to port.
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Published September 19, 2026
Last updated October 28, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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