Your voyage around Italy begins in the ‘eternal city’ of Rome – a living museum of architecture, history and culture – from the Pantheon to St. Peter’s Basilica. Vibrant Naples provides an unforgettable mix of dramatic waterfront scenery, a bustling historic centre, iconic Castel dell’Ovo, world‑famous pizza, and access to the haunting ruins of Pompeii.
Crossing into Sicily, the fascinating Messina reveals a blend of ancient influences shaped by 17th‑century Spanish heritage, offering rich artistic and architectural treasures. Nearby Taormina enchants with spectacular vistas of Mount Etna.
In Calabria, Crotone – once home to Pythagoras – combines deep historical roots with pristine waters, rugged mountains, and vast forested landscapes. Further north in Puglia, Bari captivates with its colourful fishing port, atmospheric Bari Vecchia, revered Basilica di San Nicola, and the fairytale Trulli houses of nearby Alberobello.
Continuing to the Dalmatian Coast, Šibenik shines with its narrow cobblestone streets, medieval houses, UNESCO‑listed St. James Cathedral, and four imposing fortresses overlooking the Adriatic. In Chioggia – “Little Venice” – charms with tranquil canals, colourful facades, the elegant Ponte di Vigo, and a lively fish market, with Venice itself just a short water‑taxi ride away.
Aboard the state‑of‑the‑art Viking ocean ship, unwind in the Nordic Spa, enjoy cultural activities, savour exceptional dining, or relax on your private veranda with an aperitivo watching Italy’s coast drift slowly by.
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