A chance to sail across the Mediterranean from Rome to Barcelona Have a pre cruise night in Venice (Mestre) before boarding the beautiful Voyager of the Seas. With port stops in Florence and Santa Margherita along with Nice, this cruise has a distinctive French/Italian theme. So kick back and enjoy some of the best ports in the Med whilst taking in some truly magnificent sights.
Bed and Breakfast
Set on a tree-lined street, this elegant hotel in an 18th-century limestone building is a 7-minute walk from Barberini metro station, 4 km from the Colosseum and a 15-minute walk from the iconic Trevi Fountain. Airy rooms provide free Wi-Fi and flat-screen TVs. Some feature French balconies and/or hardwood floors. Room service is available. A complimentary continental breakfast buffet is served in an understated dining room.
Royal Caribbean
Brilliance of the Seas is the second Radiance-class ship in Royal Caribbean's fleet. The ship's mediumish size -- it holds some 2,112 passengers at double occupancy. As with all ships in the Radiance series, passengers are never at a loss for a view: the ship's stunning nine-story central atrium is surrounded by glass, and elevators face the outside. Nearly every public area has a stunning view. Brilliance is suitably named, as the design of the ship is innovatively designed to be easy to navigate. The plethora of outdoor features, such as the rock climbing wall and mini-golf course are easy to find and no reservations are required.
Stateroom Accommodation
Brilliance features 1,075 staterooms in four main types: Suite, Balcony, Outside View and Interior. Every stateroom offers an interactive flat-screen TV with closed captioning, mini-bar and a vanity table with an extendable working surface for laptop computers, private bathroom with shower, 110/220 electrical outlets, a radio, telephone and a hair dryer. All rooms, save for the three Interior Studio Staterooms onboard, have a chair or sofa. Closet space in staterooms and suites is generally sufficient for four-person parties, each with one midsize suitcase and a carry-on bag. Most bathrooms are small but efficient, with glass-enclosed showers, compact counters, sinks and thin shelves for storage.
Dining Options
Minstrel Dining Room (decks 4 and 5, aft): The ship's main dining room spans two decks and has a gushing waterfall as its focal point. The restaurant is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, and operates on an open-seating plan for breakfast and lunch.
There's undoubtedly no shortage of entertainment onboard Brilliance of the Seas. The ship rattles and hums with activity day and night, and passengers find they have run out of time before they run out of things to do. Lively and educational courses such as casino gaming lessons and travel photography are offered. There are elaborate production shows in the Pacifica Theatre, and people-watching at Viking Crown Lounge on Deck 13. Those seeking an upscale experience can enjoy sampling wine for a fee at the classes offered at Vintages wine bar on Deck 6.
Fly UK to Rome, Italy
Depart UK for Rome, overnight at hotel
Rome, Italy
Transfer to port, Embark ship
Florence/Pisa, Italy
Approx 50 minutes from the port lies the ancient city of Pisa with its famous leaning tower. Then it’s on to Florence – a renaissance treasure founded in the 16th century. Visit the main cathedral Il Duomo Di Firenze started in 1296 and completed in 1436, the Uffizi Gallery and Ponte Vecchio lines with gold and silver merchants.
Santa Margherita, Italy
A Ligurian fishing village-turned-coastal-resort, Santa Margherita is located on perhaps the most famous stretch of the Riviera. With chic Portofino a short stroll to the south and buzzy Rapallo to the north, Santa Margherita offers all the best parts of the Riviera, but with slightly less footfall.
Nice (Villefranche), France
The Bay of Vellfranche is reputed to be one of the top 5 in the world flanked by The Cap of Nice and Cap Ferrat. The charming old town of Villefranche tumbles down the hillside to the sea and ends at a sandy beach for the opportunity to sink your toes into the sand. Within 5 miles each way you will find Nice, Monaco and Antibes which are easy to reach by local bus or train.
Provence (Marseilles), France
The oldest city and France filled with elegant shops , bars and restaurants. Visit the Church of Notre Dame with its statue of the Virgin Mary or further afield Avignon and Provence.
At Sea
Relax and make the most of the myriad of facilities available on board the ship, from fantastic entertainment to delicious and diverse dining options.
Valencia, Spain
Walk through the heart of Old Valencia where you will discover the cathedral, the old silk exchange and the historic central market. The pretty Plaza de la Reina is where you can view the beautiful architecture of the thirteenth century cathedral, rumoured to be the home of the Holy Grail. Also see the ‘Miquelet’, the city’s most famous bell tower. Explore the narrow atmospheric streets of the old town full of beautiful old buildings which belonged to the medieval noble families. One of the highlights is La Lonja de la Seda de Valencia, a UNESCO World Heritage site which dates from the 15th century and was originally used for trading silk.
Fly Barcelona, Spain to UK
Disembark ship and transfer to airport for flight to UK
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