Civitavecchia (Rome) to Piraeus (Athens)
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8 nights
Crystal Symphony
26 Apr '27Cruise overview
This cruise charts a course for some of Europe’s loveliest – and underrated – coastal towns and islands. Salt-licked Ponza is first, blissfully untouched by mass tourism, where you can get an authentic taste of island life, Italian style. Then we visit Salerno, which has all the picturesque charm of the Amalfi Coast but without the crowds, before arriving at Sicily, where the lightly smoking hulk of Mount Etna watches over everything. We call at Messina first – don’t miss the 12-minute rendition of Ave Maria played by the clock on the Duomo’s bell tower (it’s the largest mechanical and astronomical clock in the world). Then we move along the coast to Syracuse, renowned for its ancient Greek and Roman ruins. Next, it’s time to relax at sea as we spend a day crossing to Greece. Zakynthos is home to waters of astonishing clarity and color, perhaps best seen at the famed Navagio Beach with its striking shipwreck. Chania on Crete stuns with its 14th-century Venetian harbor, while car-free Spetses features lavish 200-year-old Captain’s mansions – a testament to the island’s maritime importance – jasmine-filled gardens, and working shipyards where you can see craftsmen at work. Finally, we sail to Piraeus, from where you can enjoy all that Athens has to offer.
Itinerary
Civitavecchia
Italy’s vibrant capital lives in the present, but no other city on earth evokes its past so powerfully. For over 2,500 years, emperors, popes, artists, and common citizens have left their mark here. Archaeological remains from ancient Rome, art-stuffed churches, and the treasures of Vatican City vie for your attention, but Rome is also a wonderful place to practice the Italian-perfected il dolce far niente, the sweet art of idleness. Your most memorable experiences may include sitting at a caffè in the Campo de’ Fiori or strolling in a beguiling piazza.
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Ponza Island
Salerno
Messina
At sea
Zakynthos
Soúda, Crete
Spetses
Piraeus
Double Guest Room with Ocean View
Bright, inviting accommodation with large picture windows and elegant furnishings.
Amenities
- Queen-size bed
- Marble bathroom
- Flatscreen TV
- Minibar
- WiFi
- 24-hour room service
- Safe
- Hair Dryer
- Telephone
Ship features
Crystal Symphony combines timeless elegance with state-of-the-art facilities, offering the perfect balance of spacious design, attentive service, and immersive destination experiences.
- 606-guest luxury cruise ship
- Refurbished under A&K in 2023
- Seven dining venues and multiple bars
- All accommodations with butler service
- Dedicated solo staterooms and larger suites
- Crystal Life Spa and fitness centre
- Children’s Fantasia & Waves club
- Broadway-style shows and live music
- Expansive pool deck and sports areas
- Award-winning Crystal service and cuisine
