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Cruise in the Mediterranean from Civitavecchia to Barcelona aboard Celebrity Ascent ship with visits to Italy, Greece, Turkey, Malta, and Spain for 13 days
Cruise in the Mediterranean from Civitavecchia to Barcelona aboard Celebrity Ascent ship with visits to Italy, Greece, Turkey, Malta, and Spain for 13 days
About this cruise
Embark on a 13-day cruise adventure in the Mediterranean. Depart from Civitavecchia and sail to Barcelona aboard the Celebrity Ascent ship. Discover enchanting destinations in Italy, Greece, Turkey, Malta, and Spain along the way.
Day 2: Naples, Italy. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. The city is of Greek origin and belonged to the Norman Kingdom of Sicily in the 11th century. From 1282 until the founding of Italy in 1861, it was the capital of the Kingdom of Naples. Worth seeing is the Piazza Garibaldi (main square of Naples in front of the central train station with the Garibaldi monument, Via Umberto I with many shops, fruit and fish markets, and street vendors everywhere); the old town districts (with the harbor, the Porta Capuana city gate, the Francis church, the town hall, the Umberto I gallery); the former royal palace Palazzo Reale (with the national library); the Castel Sant Elmo (dating back to the 14th century, located on a hill above the city); the San Gennaro Cathedral (dating back to the 13th century, with the grave of the city`s patron saint - St. Januarius); the National Archaeological Museum (with the famous Alexander mosaic); the National Museum (with many finds from Herculaneum and Pompeii).
Day 3: Sea day.
Day 4: Katákolon (Olympia), Greece. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 16:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. Katakolo is a small town with a harbor and souvenir and jewelry shops. It is located 13 km east of Pyrgos and is also known as the port of Pyrgos. A classic and impressive excursion destination takes visitors to the ancient ruins of Olympia, located in the hills of the Peloponnese at the foot of Mount Kronos. The excavations, which began in 1875 by German archaeologists and continue to this day, have provided many insights into this mystical sanctuary. Inside its walls are the Jupiter Temple, the Doric Hera Temple, the "Echo Hall", the gymnasium, and the stadium.
Day 5: Piraeus (Athens), Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. Piraeus, a modern port city today, has been the port of Athens since ancient times, connected to the capital by city walls, of which only remains are left. Piraeus has gained a reputation for its attractive nightlife and romantic seafood taverns by the sea. Sights include the ancient port of Zea Marina, remains of the Long Walls (5th century BC), Archaeological Museum with ancient wrecks, Apollo and Athena statues, Hellenic Maritime Museum, and Veakio Theater.
Day 6: Mykonos, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. The port city is home to the majority of the approximately 3,500 inhabitants of the Greek island of Mykonos. The old town is best accessed from the waterfront. In the center of the city is the Three-Fountain Square "Platia Tria Pigadia" with three draw wells that provided water to the old town until the 1950s. Places of interest include the "Nautiko Moussio", one of the most charming museums of 19th century maritime history in Greece with a beautiful shaded garden, the "House of Lena", which is approximately 200 years old and furnished with furniture and art, giving an insight into a 19th century bourgeois house, the small "Agios Nikolaos Church", and the town hall with a red tile roof.
Day 7: Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The former pirate stronghold of Kusadasi has developed into a well-known vacation spot in Turkey in recent years. Typical for this place are the numerous fish restaurants at the harbor, the tempting boutiques, the oriental antique shops, the bars and street cafes on the waterfront. Sights: The old "Mehmet-Pascha-Caravanserai" from the 17th century, the beautiful marina, one of the most modern yacht harbors in Turkey, the fortress on the small island, which is called Bird Island.
Day 8: Rhodes, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Rhodes, the island of the sun god Helios, is the largest and most popular island in the southeastern Aegean. Due to its geographically convenient location, it was once an important link between the East and the West. Along the 220 km long coastline, bays with beautiful shallow sandy beaches alternate with steep cliffs. The landscape in the interior of the island is mainly characterized by mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Rhodes has a history of more than 3000 years. Numerous archaeological sites of ancient buildings are evidence of a rich past. Sightseeing: ruins from Mycenaean times, ancient theater, Gothic buildings, fortification ring from the time of the Knights Hospitaller, Turkish mosque, Turkish bath.
Day 9: Santorini, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 22:00. Duration of port stay: 14 hours. Santorini is one of the Cyclades islands in the Greek Aegean Sea. This rugged and unique island was created by a volcanic eruption. Today, the inhabitants live on the edge of the volcano`s crater. White villages are situated at dizzying heights near the cliffs. The most beautiful of the Cyclades islands combines blue sea, breathtaking views, and a bizarre landscape. The typical Cycladic architecture consists of cubical houses with colored shutters and many small chapels with blue domes. Attractions: Akrotiri archaeological site, Mavro Rachidi beach with impressive black and reddish rocks, Perissa beach with finest black sand, Mesa Vuno rock massif, Pyrgos village.
Day 10: Sea day.
Day 11: Valletta, Malta. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Valletta is the first city of modernity, which was completely designed by Jean de la Valetta of the Order of St. John. The capital of Malta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Already upon entering the harbor, you can see the massive fortifications of the old town with its magnificent buildings. The city invites you to visit the solemn Archbishop`s Church of San Giovanni and the Grand Master`s Hospital of the Order of St. John from the 16th century. The Republic Street, which is always crowded, testifies to conviviality and shopping fun. Other attractions include Baracca Gardens, the National Archaeological Museum, Fort St. Elmo with its Defense Museum, and the old palace.
Day 12: Sea day.
Day 13: Barcelona, Spain. Arrival time: 05:00. The city is a successful blend of tradition and modernity. Here you can find both historical buildings from the Middle Ages and modern architecture. Barcelona is considered the most important economic center of Catalonia. In terms of culture, the Mediterranean metropolis has a lot to offer, including the Picasso Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the National Art Museum of Catalonia. In the Gothic old town "Barri Gotic" you will find the Cathedral "La Seu" from the 13th century. However, the symbol of Barcelona is the church "Sagrada Familia", designed by Antonio Gaudí. Barcelona is bustling both during the day with business activities and at night with an active nightlife. Another attraction is the "Rambles", the magnificent promenade located in the center, with numerous street cafes, shops, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Furthermore, one should not miss "El Puerto", the harbor with its beautiful view over Barcelona and the nearby boulevard "Paseo de Colón".
Cabin Prices
The cruise price at the top of the page (2.967€) is listed for the accommodation of one person in a double cabin. To get the total cabin cost, multiply this price by two. All subsequent prices are listed for the entire cabin and do not require additional multiplication.
All prices presented on this website are approximate and do not constitute a public offer. For precise price information, please contact the service provider.
Single Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 23/09/2024 - 05/10/2024 | 5.660€ | 5.940€ | 6.050€ | 15.570€ |
Double Cabin Price
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 23/09/2024 - 05/10/2024 | 5.940€ | 6.220€ | 8.290€ | 15.750€ |
Cabin Price for Two Adults with One Child
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 23/09/2024 - 05/10/2024 | 5.940€ | 6.220€ | 8.290€ | 15.750€ |
Cabin Price for Two Adults with Two Children
| Cruise Date | Interior Cabin | Ocean View Cabin | Balcony Cabin | Suite |
| 23/09/2024 - 05/10/2024 | 5.940€ | 6.220€ | 8.290€ | 15.740€ |
Cruise Route
Day 1: Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy. Departure time: 17:00. The Italian capital Rome is also called "the Eternal City", because the pulsating metropolis still harbors valuable, world-famous treasures from antiquity. The most important attractions of the city include the "Baths of Caracalla", the Imperial Forum, the Colosseum, the "Piazza Navona", the fountain of the god Neptune, and of course St. Peter`s Basilica with Michelangelo`s dome.Day 2: Naples, Italy. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 11 hours. The city is of Greek origin and belonged to the Norman Kingdom of Sicily in the 11th century. From 1282 until the founding of Italy in 1861, it was the capital of the Kingdom of Naples. Worth seeing is the Piazza Garibaldi (main square of Naples in front of the central train station with the Garibaldi monument, Via Umberto I with many shops, fruit and fish markets, and street vendors everywhere); the old town districts (with the harbor, the Porta Capuana city gate, the Francis church, the town hall, the Umberto I gallery); the former royal palace Palazzo Reale (with the national library); the Castel Sant Elmo (dating back to the 14th century, located on a hill above the city); the San Gennaro Cathedral (dating back to the 13th century, with the grave of the city`s patron saint - St. Januarius); the National Archaeological Museum (with the famous Alexander mosaic); the National Museum (with many finds from Herculaneum and Pompeii).
Day 3: Sea day.
Day 4: Katákolon (Olympia), Greece. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 16:00. Duration of port stay: 9 hours. Katakolo is a small town with a harbor and souvenir and jewelry shops. It is located 13 km east of Pyrgos and is also known as the port of Pyrgos. A classic and impressive excursion destination takes visitors to the ancient ruins of Olympia, located in the hills of the Peloponnese at the foot of Mount Kronos. The excavations, which began in 1875 by German archaeologists and continue to this day, have provided many insights into this mystical sanctuary. Inside its walls are the Jupiter Temple, the Doric Hera Temple, the "Echo Hall", the gymnasium, and the stadium.
Day 5: Piraeus (Athens), Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. Piraeus, a modern port city today, has been the port of Athens since ancient times, connected to the capital by city walls, of which only remains are left. Piraeus has gained a reputation for its attractive nightlife and romantic seafood taverns by the sea. Sights include the ancient port of Zea Marina, remains of the Long Walls (5th century BC), Archaeological Museum with ancient wrecks, Apollo and Athena statues, Hellenic Maritime Museum, and Veakio Theater.
Day 6: Mykonos, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. The port city is home to the majority of the approximately 3,500 inhabitants of the Greek island of Mykonos. The old town is best accessed from the waterfront. In the center of the city is the Three-Fountain Square "Platia Tria Pigadia" with three draw wells that provided water to the old town until the 1950s. Places of interest include the "Nautiko Moussio", one of the most charming museums of 19th century maritime history in Greece with a beautiful shaded garden, the "House of Lena", which is approximately 200 years old and furnished with furniture and art, giving an insight into a 19th century bourgeois house, the small "Agios Nikolaos Church", and the town hall with a red tile roof.
Day 7: Kusadasi (Ephesus), Turkey. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 20:00. Duration of port stay: 12 hours. The former pirate stronghold of Kusadasi has developed into a well-known vacation spot in Turkey in recent years. Typical for this place are the numerous fish restaurants at the harbor, the tempting boutiques, the oriental antique shops, the bars and street cafes on the waterfront. Sights: The old "Mehmet-Pascha-Caravanserai" from the 17th century, the beautiful marina, one of the most modern yacht harbors in Turkey, the fortress on the small island, which is called Bird Island.
Day 8: Rhodes, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 18:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Rhodes, the island of the sun god Helios, is the largest and most popular island in the southeastern Aegean. Due to its geographically convenient location, it was once an important link between the East and the West. Along the 220 km long coastline, bays with beautiful shallow sandy beaches alternate with steep cliffs. The landscape in the interior of the island is mainly characterized by mountains, valleys, and plateaus. Rhodes has a history of more than 3000 years. Numerous archaeological sites of ancient buildings are evidence of a rich past. Sightseeing: ruins from Mycenaean times, ancient theater, Gothic buildings, fortification ring from the time of the Knights Hospitaller, Turkish mosque, Turkish bath.
Day 9: Santorini, Greece. Arrival time: 08:00. Departure time: 22:00. Duration of port stay: 14 hours. Santorini is one of the Cyclades islands in the Greek Aegean Sea. This rugged and unique island was created by a volcanic eruption. Today, the inhabitants live on the edge of the volcano`s crater. White villages are situated at dizzying heights near the cliffs. The most beautiful of the Cyclades islands combines blue sea, breathtaking views, and a bizarre landscape. The typical Cycladic architecture consists of cubical houses with colored shutters and many small chapels with blue domes. Attractions: Akrotiri archaeological site, Mavro Rachidi beach with impressive black and reddish rocks, Perissa beach with finest black sand, Mesa Vuno rock massif, Pyrgos village.
Day 10: Sea day.
Day 11: Valletta, Malta. Arrival time: 07:00. Departure time: 17:00. Duration of port stay: 10 hours. Valletta is the first city of modernity, which was completely designed by Jean de la Valetta of the Order of St. John. The capital of Malta is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Already upon entering the harbor, you can see the massive fortifications of the old town with its magnificent buildings. The city invites you to visit the solemn Archbishop`s Church of San Giovanni and the Grand Master`s Hospital of the Order of St. John from the 16th century. The Republic Street, which is always crowded, testifies to conviviality and shopping fun. Other attractions include Baracca Gardens, the National Archaeological Museum, Fort St. Elmo with its Defense Museum, and the old palace.
Day 12: Sea day.
Day 13: Barcelona, Spain. Arrival time: 05:00. The city is a successful blend of tradition and modernity. Here you can find both historical buildings from the Middle Ages and modern architecture. Barcelona is considered the most important economic center of Catalonia. In terms of culture, the Mediterranean metropolis has a lot to offer, including the Picasso Museum, the Museum of Modern Art, and the National Art Museum of Catalonia. In the Gothic old town "Barri Gotic" you will find the Cathedral "La Seu" from the 13th century. However, the symbol of Barcelona is the church "Sagrada Familia", designed by Antonio Gaudí. Barcelona is bustling both during the day with business activities and at night with an active nightlife. Another attraction is the "Rambles", the magnificent promenade located in the center, with numerous street cafes, shops, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Furthermore, one should not miss "El Puerto", the harbor with its beautiful view over Barcelona and the nearby boulevard "Paseo de Colón".