Explore historic cities and indulge your taste for culture on this classic voyage south to the sunshine of the Mediterranean. Shop in stylish boutiques, view colourful harbours or simply relax on wonderful sandy beaches.  You can make this cruise as busy or as restful as you wish, it’s up to you! Next take a selection of Italy’s best cities, add in Croatia’s beautiful Dubrovnik, lighten with warm sunshine and you have the recipe for a truly memorable cruise.  This voyage offers the chance to view ancient archaeological sites, famous buildings and fine museums, piazzas and harbours, a huge variety of shopping, and food to tempt any palate. Finally discover many of the delights of the Mediterranean. Discover contrasting islands surrounded by turquoise seas and explore the magnificent archaeological site at Ephesus.  Overnight stays at the beginning and end of the cruise enable you to explore the wonderful cities of Venice and Athens.