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Jewels of Italy by Rail with Greek & Dalmatian Delights

2025

Ocean Cruise

Jewels of Italy by Rail with Greek & Dalmatian Delights

Jewels of Italy by Rail with Greek and Dalmatian Delights

Embark on an enchanting 26-day journey along the gorgeous Greek and Dalmation coastlines on an ultra-luxurious ocean cruise, followed by a romantic rail journey through Italy. Delve into Roman history with a visit to Ephesus, tour Athens highlights and embrace the beauty of the Italian Lake District. 

26 days Tour

Itinerary

26 days / 25 night Ocean Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Istanbul

Day 2

Istanbul

Day 3

Istanbul, Embark Ship

Day 4

Canakkale, Gallipoli Peninsula

Day 5

Izmir, Ephesus

Day 6

Patmos

Day 7

Rhodes

Day 8

Day at Sea

Day 9

Spetsai

Day 10

Athens 

Day 11

Monemvasia 

Day 12

Katakolon, Olympia

Signature Experience

Day 13

Day at Sea

Day 14

Dubrovnik 

Signature Experience

Day 15

Hvar 

Day 16

Rovinj

Signature Experience

Day 17

Venice, Disembark Ship 

Day 18

Venice, Florence

Day 19

Florence, Siena, Chianti

Day 20

Florence, Lucca, Pietrasanta

Day 21

Pietrasanta, Carrara

Day 22

Pietrasanta, Portovenere, Cinque Terre, Genoa

Signature Experience

Day 23

Genoa

Day 24

Genoa, Milan

Day 25

Milan, Lake Como

Day 26

Depart Milan

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Experiences in up to 17 destinations
Travel in a small group on board Seabourn Encore, hosted by an APT Tour Leader
Locally inspired dining – a total of 60 meals and a wide range of onboard beverages
Transfers, port charges and gratuities
Premium or first-class rail travel where applicable with door-to-door porterage
Enjoy a folklore performance at the UNESCO-heritage listed Lazareti of Dubrovnik
Savour a delicious lunch accompanied by live music in a traditional tavern in Rovinj
Enjoy a private motorboat trip to the Cinque Terre, followed by lunch and a wine tasting

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique events are designed to deepen your experience, taking you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following experiences are just a taste of what we have prepared especially for you.

Ancient Olympia; Greece - august 30 2022 : museum of the archaeological site

Olympia and Olive Oil Press

Embark on a guided tour of UNESCO’s Archaeological Site and Museum of Olympia, delving deep into ancient local life. Witness the locations where the athletes prepared for their events and where the races were held. The temples were all destroyed after the athletic contests ended in AD393 and the Temple of Zeus began to decay. Admire the wondrous remains of the pediments of the Temple of Zeus, located in the heart of the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Olympia. Then, visit a local olive oil press to learn about the production of this essential ingredient, widely used in dishes around the world. Savour a tasting of the local produce and celebrate the notes of its unique flavour composition.

DUBROVNIK, CROATIA - AUGUST 28 2019: Aerial drone shot of the roof restoration on the Lazareti quarantine building in the old town of Dubrovnik. Traditional Croatian roof style design.
Traditional Croatian Folklore Dancers in action, short depth of field, reflection on blue floor, slight flair of light and dusk particles from clothes showing on dark areas

Lazareti of Dubrovnik

The UNESCO World Heritage-listed Lazareti of Dubrovnik are a group of interconnected buildings located near the old town walls that were once used as a quarantine station. The impressive structures were built in the 1600s to protect the city of Dubrovnik from the plague and cholera. Here, merchants, sailors and travellers went through mandatory isolation before being allowed to enter Dubrovnik. Later, enjoy a welcome drink and relish a traditional dance performed by the Linđo Folklore Ensemble.

Old town, harbor, Rovinj, Croatia.

Rovinj

Rovinj is an active fishing port where you can experience the atmosphere of a small fishing village. Visit Batana Boat Museum, which is dedicated to the traditional wooden vessels known as batàna. You’ll then finish your tour with a delicious lunch accompanied by live music in a spàcio, a traditional meeting place for Rovinj’s local workers and fisherman.

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Romantic dinner for two at sunset. White wine and Tasty italian snack: fresh bruschettes and meat on the board in outdoor cafe with amazing view in Manarola, Italy

Cinque Terre Cruise

In Portovenere, board a private motorboat and cruise to the Cinque Terre, taking in views of Italy’s most picturesque coastline along the way. Indulge in a delectable lunch and a wine tasting.

What's On Board

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Come aboard the Seabourn Encore and Ovation

Experience unparalleled luxury and service aboard the Seabourn Ovation and Seabourn Encore. These exquisite ships redefine elegance at sea, offering discerning travellers a haven of sophistication and indulgence. From spacious suites adorned with fine amenities to world-class dining, embark on a journey of discovery to the world's most captivating destinations, where personalised experiences and intimate ports of call await.

What our customers are saying

What a amazing tour. The countries and the villages we visited with all different history. Special thanks to our tour director. What a loving, caring and knowledgeable person.

Europe

What a cruise it was. Everything was excellent, from the crew, accommodation, meals, tours - we could not find a fault in anything.

Europe

What an experience, words are hard to find to describe these tours, anybody thinking of travelling with APT will never regret it.

The APT river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest has to be the measure that all other travel is measured against. It was living the dream! APT will be our recommendation to all.

Europe

We will recommend our friends to travel with your company and I am sure they will share the same experiences as we did. The entertainment, you provided was again first class.

Europe

This trip was the holiday of a lifetime for us and thanks to the excellent team of APT staff we had a wonderful experience. We will certainly be planning another trip using APT in the future.

Europe

We will recommend APT River Cruising highly, and hopefully may even be able to join in again one day. Thank you for showing us a wonderful part of the world....

Europe

The on-board entertainment was great and we danced many a night away as well as meeting some lovely people. What a wonderful introduction to Europe - loved every minute.

Europe

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Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change    

  • Cruise operated by APT’s partner, Seabourn  

  • Prices are for cruise/rail only. Flights not included unless specified