Itinerary Map
11 Night Greece, Turkey & Italy Cruise onboard the beautiful new "Beyond" Celebrity Cruise Ship
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Highlights
2 night stay in Venice
Walking tour of Venice and San Marco Island with must do gondola ride
Free time in Venice to explore the maze of backstreets with their shops, restaurants and beautiful architecture
2 night stay on romantic Lake Como including a visit to Como Town
A funincular ride to the smallo village of Brunate
Milan city tour including Sforzesco Castle, Duomo di Milano and Galleria Vittoria Emanuele II
Spend the day exploring the Cinque Terre towns of Riomaggiore and Monterosso
Walking tour of Lucca
Visit to Leaning Tower of Pisa
3 night stay in Florence with free time to explore at leisure
City tour of Florence including entry into Accademia to visit the Statue of David
Day trip to the gorgeous hilltop Tuscan village of San Gimignano
Winery tour and tasting in San Gimignano
A stunning 11 Night Greece, Turkey & Italy cruise onboard the beautiful new "Beyond" Celebrity Cruise Ship (Oceanview Stateroom CAT O2)
Stopping at ports including - Chania (Crete), Santorini, Mykonos, Istanbul, Ephesus, Athens, Naples
Opportunity to enjoy optional excursions at all ports
2 night stay in Rome including a guided city tour and visit to the Vatican, Sistine Chapel & St Peter's Basilica
Free time in Rome to explore at leisure
Small group friends for company!
Inclusions
Fully escorted by an experienced Sisterhood Tour Hostess who is on hand to assist with making your holiday a memorable one
Return economy airfares with Emirates including taxes ex Melbourne ** (other departure cities and classes of travel upon request)
All sightseeing as per detailed itinerary
All meals as per detailed itinerary
Quality accommodation as per itinerary ++
11 night cruise onboard the new & gorgeous Celebrity Cruiseship "Beyond" - Oceanview Stateroom
Port taxes, cruise gratuities, cruise taxes
All meals and entertainment whilst cruising (B,L,D)
Tips for touring Coach Driver and Tour Manager
Hotel city taxes
Hotel porterage of 1 bag
Whisper Headsets (from 1 - 8 October / 20 - 21 October)
Willing to share option
Meet and greet prior to departure (subject to minimum numbers attending)
++ Accommodation is subject to change and will be of similar standard
Local tipping is customary and appreciated. Outside of the included tipping, we may have local guides at many of our destinations. Sisterhood Womens Travel tipping system on all Group Tours involves passengers contributing to a kitty which is paid to the tour hostess at the beginning of the tour who then distributes it daily to service providers on your behalf. This avoids the need for you to consider individual tipping situations daily throughout your trip. The estimated amount for your tour is EUR50 and this will confirmed in your final documentation.
Notice
Ocean View Stateroom (Included)
Each ocean view stateroom on board Celebrity includes the following world-class amenities that all contribute to your modern experience. Take in the stunning views while you relax in your Ocean View Stateroom. Like all Edge Class Staterooms, this stateroom is furnished with pure luxury in mind. From spacious living areas to the comfortable King-size Cashmere Mattress featuring eXhale bedding, you will feel right at home after your day of adventure.
Stateroom 200 sq. ft.
Deluxe Porthole View with Verandah (Upgrade)
Located at either end of the ship, in the Deluxe Porthole View with Veranda you’ll have the choice to relax in your spacious living area, or step outside to enjoy morning coffee and evening sunsets.
Stateroom 202 sq. ft.
Veranda 40 sq. ft.
Upgrade Pricing:
$750 per person (twin share) to upgrade to a Category P2 Balcony Cabin (Deluxe Porthole View with Verandah)
$1250 (single) to upgrade to Category P2 Balcony Cabin (Deluxe Porthole View with Verhandah)
** Price and availability subject to change**
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View Itinerary Map https://hayleymorris.travelmap.net/italy
Travelling to Turkey - Australian passport holders visa exemption:
Travelling to Turkey on a cruise ship, Australian passport holders are visa exempt for 72 hours provided they remain in the port of embarkation and nearby provinces, the visit must be touristic purposes only.
Itinerary
Day 1 - Friday 29 September 2023
Melbourne - Italy (Meals Inflight)
Welcome to Sisterhood Womens Travel. Meet your fellow travellers at the Melbourne Airport for your flight to Venice, Italy. Sit back, relax and enjoy the inflight entertainment of your airline as you head towards your next adventure.
Day 2 - Saturday 30 September 2023
Welcome to Venice (D)
Upon arrival into Venice we'll be transferred by private boat to our beautiful hotel for our two night stay. The remainder of the day is at leisure before we enjoy a welcome dinner in the hotel restaurant.
Overnight - Hotel Ca Dei Conti
Known for its winding canals and gondolas, Venice is a picturesque romantic architectural marvel. The ornate Renaissance Gothic-style architecture throughout the city speaks for its rich fascinating history. The main tourist attractions include St. Marks Square, Rialto Bridge, Doge’s Palace, Saint Mark’s Basilica, Bridge of Sighs, and Grand Canal. Art has also thrived in Venice for centuries and is home to many beautiful paintings and sculptures.
Day 3 - Sunday 1 October 2023
Venice Sightseeing (B)
This morning, we'll enjoy a walking tour of San Marco Island with our local guide. We explore the famous sites of Venice as we follow our guide through a romantic maze of backstreets to discover some of Venice’s hidden gems. Learn the fascinating history of Venice as we wander through narrow alleys and over stone footbridges, before enjoying a must do Venetian gondola along the Grand Canal.
Afterwards, enjoy our free time to shop or continue our exploring of this magical place.
Dinner in a local restaurant tonight.
Overnight - Hotel Ca Dei Conti
Day 4 - Monday 2 October 2023
Venice - Cernobbio (B,D)
This morning we'll transfer from Venice Island to Tronchetto via private boat. Continuing onto Cernobbio with a stop en-route for lunch; Cernobbio is a picturesque town overlooking Lake Como. We'll then arrive at our hotel for our two night stay.
Dinner in a local restaurant tonight.
Overnight - Sheraton Lake Como
Cernobbio is a municipality in the province of Como, Lombardy, northern Italy. It is on the border with Switzerland and near Lake Como.
Day 5 - Tuesday 3 October 2023
Cernobbio - Como - Cernobbio (B,D)
Today, we'll visit Como town for the day. Como town is located on the Italian-Swiss border, the town overlooks the southwest end of its lake and is surrounded by green ridge hills, resulting in unparalleled, natural scenery. We'll explore the town centre and take a walk along the lakefront, before enjoying a breathtaking view of Como by taking the funicular up to Brunate, a gorgeous small village overlooking the lake.
Return to the hotel.
Dinner in a local restaurant.
Overnight - Sheraton Lake Como
Day 6 - Wednesday 4 October 2023
Cernobbio - Milan (B,D)
Today, we'll travel to Milan and enjoy a city tour taking in the sights of Milan, viewing the Sforzesco Castle, Duomo di Milano and Galleria Vittorio Emanuele II.
Remainder of the day to explore at leisure.
Dinner in a local restaurant.
Overnight - Bianca Maria Palace
Day 7 - Thursday 5 October 2023
Milan - La Spezia - Riomaggiore - Montereosso - La Spezia (B,D)
An early morning transfer to La Spezia. From here we'll take a cruise to Riomaggiore in the famous Cinque Terre and walk on the famous Via dell’Amore known to many as the "Path of Love" The path is flat and well paved. We then continue with the cruise along the coast past Cinque Terre villages to Monterosso.
Afterwards, we'll take the train back to La Spezia where we meet our coach and transfer to our hotel.
Dinner in a local restaurant.
Overnight - CDH La Spezia
Day 8 - Friday 6 October 2023
La Spezia - Lucca - Pisa - Florence (B,D)
Today we head to Lucca for a walking tour of the historic centre with a local guide. We'll walk on the vast encircling city walls, view Puccini’s birthplace, the pretty church of San Michele, Piazza Napoleone, nearby Piazza del Giglio and the Romanesque cathedral. Take in Via Fillungo, the most prestigious shopping street with its medieval buildings and towers, including the Torre Guinigi.
We then continue to Pisa to view the famous leaning tower before heading to Florence for our three night stay.
Dinner in a local restaurant.
Overnight - Adler Cavalieri Hotel
Day 9 - Saturday 7 October 2023
Florence - Vinci - Florence (B,D)
Today, transfer by coach to Piazza Savonarola for a half day panoramic city walking tour with a local guide including the historical centre, Duomo, Baptistery gates, the Cathedral of Santa Maria del Fiore, Palazzo Vecchio, Medici Palace & Tombs and Ponte Vecchio. We'll visit the famous Accademia to see the statue of David by Michelangelo.
In the afternoon travel to Vinci, the one time home of Leonardo Da Vinci.
Dinner tonight in a local restaurant.
Overnight - Adler Cavalieri Hotel
Day 10 - Sunday 8 October 2023
Florence - San Gimignano - Florence (B,D)
Travel we travel to the hilltop village of San Gimignano for a walking tour of this ‘Medieval Manhattan’. Visit a local vineyard for a tour and tasting session with time to explore at leisure before returning to Florence.
Dinner in a local restaurant.
Overnight - Adler Cavalieri Hotel
Day 11 - Monday 9 October 2023
Florence - Rome (Civitachccia) - (B,D)
This morning, we'll be transferred to the Rome (Civitacecchia) cruise terminal for our 11 Night Italy, Turkey & Greek Islands cruise onboard Celebrity Cruise's "Beyond". Our ship departs at 5pm. Time to settle in and relax as we set sail.
Each night we'll meet for dinner.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 12 - Tuesday 10 October 2023
At Sea (B,L,D)
Today we spend a day at sea. A perfect time to get to know our surrounds and enjoy the faciltities of our cruise ship. There's plenty to do onboard or you can choose to just relax and enjoy your downtime.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 13 - Wednesday 11 October 2023
Chania, Crete, Greece (B,L,D)
Today we arrive into Chania, Crete, Greece to enjoy the afternoon and early evening at port.
Like many ports in this part of the world, archaeological ruins dating back to antiquity are found everywhere. There are also hundreds of gorges around the island and over 1,500 land and sea caves, including Elefantos, noted for its remarkable white and red stalactites. Over the millennia, this harbor city was conquered many times over by Romans, Byzantines, Venetians, and Turks. Chania remains crisscrossed with Ottoman architecture and historic Venetian mansions, many of which have been transformed into quaint shops, inviting cafes, and boutique hotels. Plenty of opportunities to enjoy an optional excursion including a visit to the traditional Village of Vamos, the Karidi Monastery, the Braoudakis winery and the Folklore Museum. Admire the local flora, the ancient homes, and time-worn old mill, with its 12 arches built in 1862. Take a stroll through Chania’s breathtaking Botanical Park, featuring 50 acres of exotic fruit trees, plants, and herbs. Learn about the Cretan diet and prepare a traditional dish using local products and extra virgin olive oil. A historic Venetian lighthouse still watches over the harbor and local artisans can still be seen crafting their wares in the older streets. However, beyond its rich history, Chania is a beachcomber’s paradise, with some of the finest sands and most inviting waters in all of Crete.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 14 - Thursday 12 October 2023
Santorini, Greece (B,L,D)
We arrive into Santorini at 8.00am this morning and will spend a whole day enjoying the beautiful Greek Island.
Here on the island of Santorini, we find a classic Greek seascape—whitewashed houses accented by sea-blue roofs. This is a treasure trove for both professional and amateur archaeology buffs, with sites that include tombs that date back to the 9th century and the sanctuary of Apollo. In many ways, Santorini could be considered an explosive place, being that its terraced collection of homes and windmills lie on a caldera - a huge basin formed by an erupting volcano. The island’s volcanic past has also produced delicious grapes for excellent wines that are well worth investigating. Some of the best on the island can be found in Pyrgos, Megalochori, and Oia.
Oia’s hilltop not only has the ancient, Minoan site of Akrotiri, but is quite possibly the best vantage point from which to witness the spectacular sunsets. And, if we have some time, take a short optional trip to the island of Nea Kameni for a dip in its famous hot springs. The warm dark waters are enriched with iron and manganese and considered therapeutic.
Again, plenty of optional excursions to enjoy whilst in Santorini or we can just enjoy the day on the Island and explore at leisure.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 15 - Friday 13 October 2023
Mykonos, Greece (B,L,D)
We arrive into stynning Mykonos at 7.00am this morning to enjoy a full day exploring.
Mykonos is known for its whitewashed villages sprinkled with blue and jade green. It's also famous for its sophisticated nightlife. The most popular island in the Cyclades is bustling with activity, awash in beautiful alleyways, and home to alluring sandy beaches.
Again, plenty of optional excursions to enjoy or we can explore at leisure.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 16 - Saturday 14 October 2023
Istanbul, Turkey (B,L,D)
We arrive into Istanbul for our overnight stay. In exotic Istanbul, we could spend an entire day strolling through the Grand Bazaar, the famous Blue Mosque or wandering through the majestic Topkapi Palace with it's beautiful gardens, library and 400 room harem.
Join an optional excursion or explore this city at leisure.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 17 - Sunday 15 October 2023
Istanbul, Turkey (B,L,D)
A morning remains in Istanbul for some last minute sightseeing or shopping before heading off in the direction of Kusadasi - remainder of the day at sea.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 18 - Monday 16 October 2023
Ephesus, (Kusadasi), Turkey (B,L,D)
This morning we arrive into Kusadasi at 10.00am for a full day including exploring the roman ruins in Ephesus.
Once the capital of the Roman province of Asia Minor, this coastal town is now an archaeologist’s dream. The UNESCO World Heritage ruins of Ephesus impress even those familiar with the world's other ancient cities. Though excavations have been underway for 150 years, only 20 percent of the city has been uncovered. This former Greek banking and trading centre is rich with historic sites, including the Great Theatre, the Temple of Hadrian, and the Temple of Artemis, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Check out the Celsus Library — built in 117 A.D.— made up of towering columns highlighted by the statue of the goddess of wisdom. These ruins are absolutely mind blowing.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 19 - Tuesday 17 October 2023
Athens (Piraeus), Greece (B,L,D)
An early morning arrival into Athens (Piraeus) at 6.00 am.
Athens brought the world drama, history, poetry, and philosophy. Once home to the world's most powerful and civilized empires, Athens is now the world's foremost archaeological playground. The towering columns of the Parthenon still stand in homage to the virgin goddess Athena.
The Parthenon sits atop the Athenian Acropolis and watches over the city where it can be seen from just about anywhere in Athens. Make it a point to visit the incredible Acropolis Museum (optional shore excursion). The joint effort between two architects, one American and the other Greek, this outstanding building was completed and opened to the public in 2009. It focuses primarily on the Greek period dating to 5 B.C., considered to be the apex of art, culture, and philosophy in ancient Greece, but it also has artefacts from the Bronze, Roman, and Byzantine Ages. There’s even a Plexiglas walkway from which an excavated section of an old Athenian neighbourhood can be viewed. If you’re not taking a shore excursion then modern Athens has plenty on offer—from scenic beaches to restaurants with superb Mediterranean cuisine and bustling central markets.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 20 - Wednesday 18 October 2023
Day at Sea (B,L,D)
A day at sea to relax and enjoy the onboard facilities of Celebrity Cruise ship Beyond.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 21 - Thursday 19 October 2023
Naples, Italy (B,L,D)
We arrive into Naples at 7.00am for a full day visit.
Naples, Italy- Framed by Mount Vesuvius along a dramatic skyline, the 2,800 year-old port city of Naples is chock full of historical sites, churches, and museums that make it a fascinating place for you to explore. For all of Rome’s notoriety and reputation, Naples, with its historic city centre deemed a UNESCO World Heritage Site, has just as many important archaeological sites and landmarks. Take an optional excursion today. Visit the Museo Archeologico Nazionale for a world-class collection of Egyptian and Graeco-Roman artifacts. And, if you’d like to venture a little deeper on your Naples cruise, then exploring Naples from below the ground is a must. Start with a trip into the basement of the San Lorenzo Maggiore church where you’ll find a partially excavated Roman market and a little deeper, just below the Roman ruins, you’ll find remnants from the Greeks to discover. And in the region where pizza was first invented, you know the food is going to be incredible. Whether you’re looking for a thin, wood-fired Margherita pie, spaghetti alle vongole or a zeppole dusted with confectioner’s sugar, Naples and her bountiful edible treasures is sure to please. Only 35 miles down the coast, Salerno offers you a rich history, but also boasts a marvellous collection of parks, natural wonders, and unique vantage points to take in the beauty of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Two cities. One incredible stretch of Italian coastline.
We'll meet for dinner tonight.
Onboard - Celebrity Cruise Ship - Beyond
Day 22 - Friday 20 October 2023
Rome (B,D)
Upon our arrival into Rome (Civitacecchia) this morning, we'll be met by our tour guide and travel to Rome for our two night stay.
We'll enjoy a half day guided city tour including a visit to the Vatican, the Sistine Chapel and St Peter's Basilica.
We then return to our hotel, with an afternoon at leisure.
Dinner tonight at a local restaurant.
Overnight - Marcella Royal
Day 23 - Saturday 21 October 2023
Rome (B,D)
This morning enjoy a half day guided tour of Rome taking in the main sights of the city including, Via Veneto, Piazza della Republica, Via Nazionale, Palazzo della Esposozioni, the world famous Trevi Fountain, Via del Corso, visit to the Pantheon, Piazza Navona, Roman Forums, Imperial Forums, Piazza Venezia with the Tomb to the Unknown Soldier and a stop to view the Colosseum.
The remainder of our day will be at leisure.
Tonight we celebrate great times with new friends at our Farewell Dinner.
Overnight - Marcella Royal
Day 24 - Sunday 22 October 2023
Rome - Dubai -(Meals Inflight)
A morning at leisure before we bid Arriverderci to Roma and head home. Sit back, relax and enjoy the inflight entertainment of our airline as we head towards home.
Day 25 - Monday 23 October 2023
Welcome Home!
A late arrival back into Melbouorne. What a fantastic adventure we've enjoyed.
Thank you for travelling with Sisterhood Womens Travel and we look forward to welcoming you back.