Eastern Mediterranean Vacation
Athens, Barcelona, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Santorini, Trieste, Rome, Venice… the list of world-famous cities that you may visit while on an Eastern Mediterranean cruise seems endless. One of the most desirable cruise destinations in the world, the Eastern Mediterranean is an excellent choice for a one-of-a-kind cruise vacation. An Eastern Mediterranean cruise is perfect for everyone, from honeymooners and couples to families and singles. Whether you're a history fanatic, a beach lover, a shopaholic, or even if you're just looking to take everything in and enjoy the views, an Eastern Mediterranean cruise is a perfect cruise vacation choice.
There are just so many things to do and "must-see" places to visit while on an Eastern Mediterranean cruise. You can try standup paddle boarding in Santorini, explore the beautiful Hanging Gardens of Haifa, bike your way through Corfu, snorkel in the crystal-clear Aegean Sea, take a cable car ride in Dubrovnik, just sunbathe on a beautiful beach.
Eastern Mediterranean cruises, available year-round, are available in a wide range of lengths, from basic 5- to 7-night cruises to cruises that span a few weeks in length (and even a few cruises that are shorter than 5-nights long). For those looking for a more in-depth vacation, an Eastern Mediterranean cruise tour is an option worth considering. A cruise tour is a cruise combined with a land package, allowing you to delve deeper into the destination being visited.
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Highlighted Eastern Mediterranean Cruise Attractions
The following are just a few of the many things to do while in the Eastern Mediterranean:
Barcelona, Spain – Filled with Things to Do!
Barcelona, used by many cruise lines as an embarkation and/or debarkation port for their Eastern Mediterranean cruises, is a cosmopolitan city that's filled with great things to do and places to see. Among the more popular tourist attractions in Barcelona is La Sagrada Familia (a towering church that is an architectural masterpiece, which has been under construction since the late 19th century), La Rambla (one of the most popular places in Barcelona to shop, eat, walk around and people-watch) and the Gothic Corner (the center of the old city of Barcelona).
The Gondolas of Venice
One of the highlights of many Eastern Mediterranean cruises is being able to take a gondola ride through the picturesque canals of the romantic city of Venice. The Grand Canal is Venice's most popular (and crowded) canal, and offers a great view of the beautiful palazzo Ca' d'Oro. Enjoying the views while being serenaded by a gondolier is an experience you won't want to miss out on!
Historic Attractions of Rome, Italy
Rome, accessible via Civitavecchia (featured on many Eastern Mediterranean cruises), is one of the most historically important cities in the world. Throughout this amazing city are a slew of extremely popular tourist attractions that would really take a Mediterranean cruise to the next level. Among the many places of interest are the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Pantheon and Spanish Steps (which has upscale stores and great restaurants nearby). Vatican City, ruled by the Pope and home to St. Peter's Square, St. Peter's Basilica and the Vatican Museum (where you can visit the awe-inspiring Sistine Chapel) is also a must-see.
