Pearls of the Med: Croatia, Greece and Italy

Pricing is based on departure date: 16 May 2027

Roundtrip from: Venice-Marghera, Italy Visiting: Dubrovnik, Croatia • Corfu, Greece • Kotor, Montenegro • Brindisi (Lecce), Italy • Split, Croatia   Discover a collection of stunning Mediterranean gems, where history, culture and natural beauty come together. Walk the marble streets and medieval walls of Dubrovnik, unwind on the lush, emerald shores of Corfu, and sail into the breathtaking mountain‑backed bay of Kotor. In southern Italy, experience timeless charm and Baroque beauty near Brindisi and Lecce, before soaking up the lively waterfront, Roman ruins and island‑studded coastline of Split, each port offering its own unforgettable character and story.

Itinerary Map

Itinerary Highlights

Dubrovnik
Croatia's seaside city is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe. Attractions include a 14th-century Franciscan monastery, the Cathedral and the Gothic Rector's Palace. Within the ancient fortifications is a labyrinth of narrow alleyways and a striking Renaissance boulevard called the Stradun.

Corfu, Greek Isles
Corfu was once ruled by Venetian doges, Turkish sultans and French invaders. Marvel at the 17th-century icons in St. George's Church, the medieval Palace of Phrourio and the 19th-century Achilleion Palace. The greenest of the Greek Isles, Corfu also boasts thriving vineyards and olive orchards among its rugged mountains.

Kotor, Montenegro
Looking at a map of Europe, you might be forgiven for missing Kotor, a tiny port in the already-tiny country of Montenegro. But from the moment your Kotor cruise docks, youll enter a larger-than-life world of mighty forts and towering sea cliffs, the air filled with the refreshing smell of the ocean. With a Montenegro cruise, you can explore the attractions inside Kotors fortified Old City, one of the Mediterraneans best-preserved medieval towns. Dont miss the Cathedral of St. Tryphon, an ornate church first consecrated in 1166. Then, scale St. Johns Fortress ? the hilltop fortifications, dating back to the 6th century, offer the best views of the city, the harbor and the surrounding mountains.

Brindisi, Italy
Brindisi is a port city on the Adriatic Sea, in southern Italy's Apulia region. The red-stone Aragonese Castle stands on a small island at the harbor's entrance. The tall Monumento al Marinaio d'Italia, a rudder-shaped limestone memorial to sailors, has sea and city views.

Split, Croatia
The largest city on the Adriatic Coast, seaside delight Split has been under Roman, Venetian, Austrian, French, Italian and Yugoslav control. There is an abundance of restaurants and wine cellars. Sites such as Diocletians Palace and Mausoleum, the Grgur Ninski Statue and the Cathedral and Bell Tower of St. Domnius justify its position as a UNESCO-designated World Heritage Site. The citys coves offer several lovely beaches, including central Bacvice. Ferries link Split to Dalmatian summer resorts.

Your Ship: MSC Armonia

One of the ships that first introduced MSC Cruises’ distinctive combination of classic Mediterranean style and pioneering design, MSC Armonia is now even better equipped to satisfy every need, thanks to an impressive array of new features and facilities.
So step on board and embark on a voyage of discovery before you even set sail!

 

Marghera Port (Venice), At Sea, Dubrovnik, Corfu, Kotor, Brindisi, Split, Marghera Port (Venice) 

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