About this trip
Two weeks that split neatly into two halves: Italy's big historic sights first, then a four-day cruise across to Greece and its islands. You get Rome's landmarks and Italian culture before switching pace entirely for the sea.
It's a partially guided trip, so some days have a leader and structure while others leave you free to explore on your own. The pace is easy rather than packed, and you'll have your own room throughout rather than sharing.
Good fit for families or groups who want the classics — ancient ruins, a proper city break, and island scenery — without needing to plan the logistics themselves.
What you'll do
- See the Colosseum and central Rome's ancient sites
- Throw a coin in the Trevi Fountain
- Board a 4-day cruise across to Greece
- Watch the sunset over Santorini's white-washed villages
- Explore Greek island stops along the cruise route
- Partially guided — expect a mix of led activities and free time
- Easy pace, suited to families and mixed-age groups
- Private room included, useful if you're travelling solo but don't want to share
Worth it if you want efficient coverage of Italy and Greece with strong guides and food. Think twice if you need guaranteed cruise inclusion or prefer smaller groups.
- Guide quality varies wildly—Sabrina and Matteo earned specific praise for warmth and expertise.
- Group size of 62 felt unwieldy; communication failures led to cancelled cruise without proper advance notice.
- Food consistently praised; vegetarian options abundant. Three-day cruise gives genuine break mid-trip.
- Staying on city outskirts means transport costs add up fast if exploring independently during free time.
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Departing in Mar is cheapest — from £3,295, about 8% below the priciest month (Aug).
Getting there
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Where to stay
A night before your tour in Rome · 5 Mar – 6 Mar
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