The Adriatic Coast is dotted with delights from beautiful islands to enchanting seaside villages, each with its individual character. Larger resorts, including Split and Dubrovnik in Croatia, have hidden depths which breathe extra life into the region.
The Ionian Sea – between Italy and Greece at the southern end of the Adriatic – is the setting for some delightful island idylls, the best-known of which is Corfu. Here you’ll find a verdant landscape, splendid coastal scenery and a wealth of historic sites.
The holiday starts with a Champagne check–in at St Pancras’ famous Champagne Bar and an escorted afternoon departure on Eurostar. We travel to Paris where we break our journey with an overnight stay at a hotel. The next morning we join the TGV to Marseilles (journey time around 3 hours), before a short transfer to the Orient Queen to start our 10–night cruise visiting: Sicily – Messina; Montenegro – Kotor; Croatia – Split & Dubrovnik; Corfu; Italy – Venice, Lipari & Civitavecchia.
During the cruise, enjoy great food and entertainment as part of a relaxed lifestyle where the scenery glides past with a new vista at every viewing. Feel free to venture ashore at the numerous ports of call, or choose from a range of optional shore excursions.
At the end of the cruise we disembark in Marseilles and stay overnight in a hotel before taking the TGV to Lille where we join Eurostar for the return to London St Pancras.
Note: Adverse weather or sea conditions may prevent the vessel calling at scheduled ports.

Itinerary: Day 1 – Monday: London to Paris
Afternoon departure from London on Eurostar to Paris. Walk the short distance, or have a taxi⁄coach transfer to our hotel to check-in.
Day 2 – Tuesday: Paris to Marseilles
Depart Paris in the morning on the TGV for Marseilles, arriving early–to–mid afternoon. Short transfer to the port to join our cruise ship, the Orient Queen, which sails in the early evening.
Day 3 – Wednesday: At sea.
Day 4 – Thursday: Messina, Sicily
08.00 to 14.00: This small town has become one of the most popular Mediterranean sunspots. It is perched on a terrace overlooking the sea and has a delightful medieval character. From Messina you can take a tour to Taormina, a beautiful city overlooking Mount Etna.
Day 5 – Friday: Kotor, Montenegro
14.00 to 21.00: Situated just 34 miles south of Dubrovnik, Kotor is one of the best preserved medieval towns in the Mediterranean. Kotor, known as the Bride of Adriatic, is the most famous Montenegrin town in terms of culture and cultural landmarks.
Day 6 – Saturday: Split, Croatia
08.00 to 16.00: Split, situated between Venice and the Ionian Islands is one of the most fascinating cities in the Adriatic. Its numerous museums, the National Theatre, and old churches and other archeological sites in the Split region make it an important cultural attraction.
Day 7 – Sunday: Venice, Italy
07.00 to 16.00: Venice is certainly the most famous city in Italy, known worldwide for its ancient history, its art pieces, architectures and cultural events. This city, unique in Italy, is made of 1,000 islands connected together by bridges which make it possible to explore on foot or by boat.
Day 8 – Monday: Dubrovnik, Croatia
12.30 to 17.00: Known as "the pearl of the Adriatic", Dubrovnik truly is a stunning city with its amazing Old Town, which has been a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979.
Day 9 – Tuesday: Corfu, Greece
08.00 to 13.00: Corfu is the second largest of the Ionian Islands. It’s a beautiful island with superb Venetian architecture, picturesque villages, lively night life and a great cosmopolitan way of life. The cumquat, the very small orange of Chinese derivation is made into a sweet and a liqueur which is produced only in Corfu.
Day 10 – Wednesday: Lipari, Italy
08.00 to 12.00: Lipari is the largest of the eight Aeolian Islands off the north coast of Sicily, and is packed with history and fascinating archeological sites dating back to the 3rd century.
Day 11 – Thursday: Civitavecchia, Italy
06.00 to 16.00: Civitavecchia is the port of the Eternal City of Rome. Take a tour and see the Colosseum and Forum, visit the Vatican or shop for Italian leather goods. Be sure to toss a coin into Trevi Fountain which, according to legend, will guarantee you will return to Rome one day.
Day 12 – Friday: Marseilles, France
AM: Disembark the Orient Queen early afternoon and transfer to our hotel in Marseilles for an overnight stay. Evening free in the city.
Day 13 – Saturday: Marseilles – London
Mid-morning transfer to the station to join the TGV to Lille and Eurostar to St Pancras International.

INCLUDED: Champagne check-in at St Pancras International – glass of champagne or alternative non-alcoholic beverage • Escorted from London • Champagne Check–in at St Pancras • Return Eurostar & TGV rail travel from London St Pancras to Marseilles • 1 night hotel B&B in Paris outbound • All transfers abroad • 10–night cruise sharing a twin or double standard inside stateroom • All meals on board (breakfast, lunch & dinner each Day)
• Entertainment on board • Port charges • 1 night hotel B&B in Marseilles
NOT INCLUDED: Local travel to/from St Pancras International • Porterage Services • Optional Excursions • Gratuities aboard the Louis Majesty • Travel Insurance • Tips/Gratuities: 8 euros per person per day will be added to your onboard account to cover gratuities. You may alter the debit and pay gratuities at will, if preferred.
Deposit: £200pp.

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