Destination:
Italy,
Duration:
12 days
Style:
Adventure,
Travel Period:
August 2026 - August 2026
This voyage marks the start of something truly special. For the very first time, we’re sailing an A&K Expedition Cruise aboard a Crystal ship, pairing our acclaimed Expedition Team, shore excursions and VIP experiences with the award-winning service, amenities and dining of Crystal Serenity — all on one groundbreaking, nine-night cruise. After kicking things off with two nights at the Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome Hotel, this inaugural voyage sails the iconic ports of Italy, Greece, Montenegro and Croatia, stopping to explore some of the world’s finest art, architecture, wines and cuisines along the way. With only 50 openings available, this is your chance to experience A&K Expedition Cruises and Crystal — together at last.
Begin with two nights in one of Rome’s finest hotels
Our party of 50 A&K guests boards Crystal Serenity’s nine-night cruise from Rome to Venice for an expedition full of expert-led A&K shore excursions, VIP events and onboard presentations from the A&K team
Your menu of included A&K shore excursions spans a host of interests such as architecture, art, food, wine and active adventures — all led by A&K’s acclaimed local guides
Toast and dine at A&K-exclusive events, including a lavish welcome dinner in Rome and a sumptuous sendoff in Ravenna
Gain VIP access to the artistic and architectural treasures of the Vatican City, Rome’s Church of Saint Lorenzo and Ravenna’s Domus of the Stone Carpets
Sample fine regional food and wines with a truffle hunt on a Sicilian farmstead, wine tastings on the Amalfi Coast and a pasta-making class in Bologna
Get active with a swim in Kotor Bay’s luminous Blue Cave and a hike to the summit of Corfu’s Mount Pantokrator
Explore a distinctive blend of Venetian and Roman influences in Zadar, a fascinating Croatian coastal enclave often overlooked by travellers
Journey details
- Active elements include walks over uneven terrain and optional, challenging hikes
- Minimum age is 6 years old
- Group shore excursions on August 29
- Disembarkation in port of Fusina on September 8 by 9:00 a.m.; transfer to Venice (VCE) airport
What's Included
- Guides:
Engaging onboard lectures and workshops from our acclaimed Expedition Team
- EC Cultural Shore Excrusions:
Your choice of expertly guided A&K shore excursions
- EC Crystal Food:
Nine world-class dining options, including the only Nobu restaurant at sea
- EC Crystal Drink:
Unlimited house drinks, including Champagne, onboard
- Transfers: Airport meet-and-greet with private transfers
- A&K Support: Round-the-clock, on-call support from A&K’s experts
- Custom:
English-speaking staff, including a doctor
- On Board Wi-Fi:
Complimentary Wi-Fi and use of an in-cabin tablet
- EC Crystal Bathroom:
Ortigia bath amenities and Etro robes
- Travelling Valet:
Laundry and shoeshine services
- Travelling Bell Boy:
Private balcony and butler service
- EC Crystal Entertainment:
Crystal’s celebrated lineup of nightly onboard entertainment
- Gratuities:
All staff and crew gratuities, port charges and taxes
Your Itinerary
Day 1 - Arrive Rome, Italy
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Day 2 - Rome – The Eternal City
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Day 3 - Rome – Arrivederci Roma
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Day 4 - Sorrento
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Day 5 - Siracusa
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Day 6 - Day at Sea
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Day 7 - Corfu
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Day 8 - Kotor
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Day 9 - Zadar
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Day 10 - Ravenna
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Day 11 - Ravenna
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Day 12 - Fusina
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Dates & Pricing
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Why book with RACT Travel?
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