9 nights · Italy · Departs Civitavecchia-Rome (Italy) · Visiting Sorrento, Reggio Calabria, Valletta, Igoumenitsa, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Zadar, Trieste · Aboard Regent Seven Seas Cruises on the Seven Seas Prestige
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| Cruise line | Regent Seven Seas Cruises |
|---|---|
| Ship | Seven Seas Prestige |
| Duration | 9 nights |
| Port calls | 9 |
| Departures | 2 sailings |
| From fare | $21,798 per person |
| Year built | 2026 |
| Guests | 822 |
| Cabins | 411 |
| Crew | 630 |
| Length | 257 m |
| Beam | 44 m |
| Cruising speed | 19.0 kn |
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.
Sorrento rises above the Bay of Naples, facing Mount Vesuvius across water busy with ferries. From here, ferries connect with Capri, while the town rewards a slower day among old lanes, churches, and sea-view terraces. Follow the scent of citrus to shops selling Sorrento lemons, locally made limoncello, and finely crafted marquetry. Then pause over lunch: the region’s seafood and Campanian produce are best enjoyed without hurry.
Reggio Calabria faces Sicily across the Strait of Messina, at Italy’s southern toe. Its waterfront promenade, the Lungomare Falcomatà, frames views of Mount Etna and the island beyond on clear days. At the National Archaeological Museum, the celebrated Riace Bronzes reveal the city’s deep Greek past. Look beyond the galleries to lively piazzas, elegant Liberty-style buildings, and cafés serving the region’s distinctive bergamot.
Valletta makes a powerful first impression, its honey-coloured walls rising above Grand Harbour. Founded by the Knights of St John in 1566, Malta’s compact capital rewards exploration on foot. Enter St John’s Co-Cathedral for Caravaggio’s monumental paintings, then follow Republic Street to cafés, palaces and the Upper Barrakka Gardens. From the terraces, watch ferries cross the harbour and look towards the Three Cities. Allow time for steep lanes and quiet side streets.
Igoumenitsa is western Greece’s working gateway, where ferries link the mainland with Corfu and Italy. Beyond the port, Epirus rewards a longer look. Ancient Dodona, one of Greece’s oldest oracles, lies inland. Along the coast, Parga and Sivota offer waterfront lanes, sheltered coves and clear Ionian water. Use Igoumenitsa as more than a transit stop; its setting opens a quieter route into Greece’s mountainous northwest.
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.
Spend a day inside Dubrovnik’s UNESCO-listed Old Town, best explored on foot. Walk the city walls for close views of fortifications, roofs, and harbor. Then follow Stradun to Rector’s Palace and the Franciscan monastery. Book wall access in advance during busy months, and start early in summer. Mount Srđ offers a higher view, reached by cable car or road. Leave time for side lanes; their quieter corners reveal the city’s daily rhythm.
Zadar pairs a compact old town with a clear Adriatic setting. Roman streets, Venetian gates and medieval churches tell the story of a city shaped by centuries of trade. On the seafront, the Sea Organ turns waves into music through stone pipes. Nearby, the Sun Salutation gathers solar energy and shines after dark. Beyond the walls, Nin’s salt pans and the island-dotted coast reward a closer look.
Trieste rewards travellers who look beyond the waterfront. At the head of the Adriatic, this Italian city carries the marks of centuries under Habsburg rule. Start in Piazza Unità d’Italia, one of Europe’s largest seafront squares, opening directly onto the sea. Visit Miramare Castle, built for Archduke Ferdinand Maximilian, then order espresso in a city shaped by its coffee trade. Trieste is compact and cosmopolitan, with a Roman theatre and grand cafés recalling its Central European past.
Published August 21, 2026
Last updated October 3, 2026
Author: J. Richard
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