Featured Regent Seven Seas Cruises itinerary
Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia)
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September 24-October 12 2028 · Voyage EXP280924A
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Istanbul spans Europe and Asia across the Bosphorus, layering Byzantine, Ottoman and modern city life around a busy natural waterway. Sultanahmet brings together Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque and Topkapı Palace, while the Grand Bazaar, Galata lanes, waterfront neighborhoods and ferry crossings reveal a city shaped by trade, faith and migration.
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Çanakkale faces the Dardanelles at the meeting point of European and Asian Turkey. Its waterfront, naval museum and Ottoman fortifications explain the strait's strategic importance. The archaeological site of Troy lies nearby, while local ceramics, seafood and views across the busy channel connect ancient legend, military history and everyday coastal life.
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Izmir stretches along a broad Aegean gulf, combining a lively waterfront promenade with bazaars, cafés and layers of ancient history. Konak Square, the landmark Clock Tower and Kemeraltı market anchor the center, while nearby Alsancak offers restaurants and restored streets. The city also provides a practical gateway to Ephesus and the surrounding coast.
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Bodrum surrounds a pair of blue Aegean bays beneath the towers of Saint Peter's Castle, now home to an underwater archaeology museum. Whitewashed houses and bougainvillea-lined lanes echo the town's fishing-village past. The remains of the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus, traditional boatbuilding and regional seafood reveal deeper layers beyond the modern marina.
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Marmaris, Turkey is a verified port call on this Regent itinerary. Available source material confirms the destination and its place in the voyage but does not provide enough reliable local detail for specific attraction claims. Use the arrival, departure, anchoring and overnight information above when planning time ashore for this sailing.
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Rhodes combines a living medieval city with the bright landscapes of the Dodecanese. Within its fortified UNESCO-listed Old Town, the Street of the Knights leads toward the Palace of the Grand Master. Ottoman details, Byzantine churches, lively squares and nearby beaches reveal the island's layered Mediterranean history and present-day rhythm.
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Heraklion is Crete’s busy capital and the principal gateway to the Minoan palace of Knossos. Venetian walls, a harbor fortress, markets and an outstanding archaeological museum reveal layers of island history. Urban traffic and summer heat make timing important, especially when combining the city center with archaeological sites or countryside farther away.
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Milos is a volcanic Cycladic island whose mineral-rich geology has created white cliffs, colorful rock formations and beaches ranging from sheltered coves to lunar-looking shores. Plaka crowns a hill above the harbor with whitewashed lanes and sunset views. Ancient catacombs, mining history and fishing villages add depth beyond the island's distinctive coastline.
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Piraeus is Athens' historic harbor and the maritime gateway to the Greek capital. Its waterfront districts, archaeological museum and bustling markets reveal a city shaped by shipping and migration. Inland, Athens brings together the Acropolis, classical civic sites, Byzantine churches and modern neighborhoods, with tavernas and galleries filling the streets between ancient landmarks.
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Katakolon is a compact harbor village on the western Peloponnese, with a waterfront of cafés, shops and fishing boats facing the Ionian Sea. Its principal cultural context lies inland at Ancient Olympia, birthplace of the Olympic Games, where temple ruins, a stadium and archaeological collections illuminate classical Greek ritual and competition.
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Corfu Town layers Venetian arcades, British civic buildings and Orthodox churches between two coastal fortresses. The UNESCO-listed old town opens into the broad Spianada, with cafés beneath the Liston colonnade. Beyond the center, olive-covered hills, pale beaches, kumquat products and village tavernas express the island's Ionian character.
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Kotor lies at the end of a mountain-ringed bay, its fortified old town compressed between steep limestone slopes and the Adriatic waters of Montenegro. Medieval lanes connect Romanesque churches, small squares and stone palaces within UNESCO-listed defenses. A climb toward the hillside fortifications opens wide views across the Bay of Kotor.
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Dubrovnik's limestone walls enclose a compact Adriatic city of baroque churches, polished lanes and terracotta roofs. The Stradun crosses the old town between gates, fountains and civic palaces shaped by the former Republic of Ragusa. Fortifications, nearby islands and Dalmatian seafood offer perspectives on its maritime independence and coastal setting.
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Valletta is a compact fortified capital built in honey-colored limestone above Malta's Grand Harbour. Its UNESCO-listed grid contains ornate churches, auberges and balconies, with Saint John's Co-Cathedral displaying a richly decorated interior. Upper Barrakka Gardens survey the harbor and Three Cities, while steep streets reveal the island's layered maritime history.
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Messina stands at Sicily's northeastern tip beside the narrow strait separating the island from mainland Italy. Its cathedral square is known for an elaborate astronomical clock, while broad avenues and waterfront monuments reflect reconstruction after major earthquakes. The surrounding hills offer strait views, and local cooking highlights swordfish, citrus and granita.
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Naples layers dense street life, monumental churches and archaeological collections beneath Mount Vesuvius. The UNESCO-listed historic center is crossed by Spaccanapoli and filled with cloisters, workshops and pizzerias, while the waterfront faces the Bay of Naples and Capri. Nearby Pompeii, Herculaneum and the Amalfi Coast extend the region's exceptional historical context.
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Civitavecchia is the principal Tyrrhenian port for Rome, connecting a working waterfront and historic center with the Italian capital inland. Travelers can explore the Colosseum, Roman Forum, Vatican Museums and baroque piazzas in Rome, or remain near the coast for Civitavecchia's Michelangelo Fortress, market streets and seafront promenade.
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A closer look at this sailing
Regent Seven Seas Cruises presents CRADLES OF HISTORY aboard Seven Seas Explorer on 24 September–12 October 2028, travelling from Istanbul, Turkey to Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy.
Across this extended itinerary, representative stages in chronological order run from Istanbul, Turkey through Canakkale (Troy), Turkey, Bodrum, Turkey, Marmaris, Turkey, Rhodes, Greece, Milos, Greece, Athens (Piraeus), Greece, Katakolon, Greece, Kotor, Montenegro, Dubrovnik, Croatia, Valletta, Malta, and Naples, Italy before reaching Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy. For Seven Seas Explorer on 24 September–12 October 2028, 2 sea days create a strong balance between the published destination stages and time under way.
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This 18-day voyage aboard Seven Seas Explorer sails Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia), with calls including Canakkale (Troy), Izmir, Bodrum, and Marmaris. Voyage EXP280924A matches the latest verified voyage-search dataset used by this website. Before reserving, ask Deluxe Cruises to compare accommodations, deck location, inclusions, current availability, and any family, medical, dietary, or accessibility arrangements for this exact departure.
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For the September 24-October 12, 2028 Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia) sailing aboard Seven Seas Explorer: Regent's current all-inclusive program publishes unlimited shore excursions, unlimited Wi-Fi, specialty dining, selected beverages, a replenished in-suite minibar, gratuities, valet laundry and 24-hour in-suite dining. Regent Choice excursions and Overland Programs are outside the complimentary shore-excursion benefit and can cost extra. Tailored Air Concierge flights, coach transfers and chauffeur credit are optional rather than universally included; the exact booking controls. The exact fare and booking confirmation control.
For the September 24-October 12, 2028 Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia) sailing aboard Seven Seas Explorer: The current verified ship record does not name a child or third-guest sleeping surface for every suite category. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact suite number, occupancy and bed from the current deck plan; no sofa bed, rollaway or Pullman is assumed. Deluxe Cruises will confirm the exact room and occupancy before booking.
For the September 24-October 12, 2028 Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia) sailing aboard Seven Seas Explorer: Unlimited shore excursions are part of Regent's current published all-inclusive program, subject to capacity, operating conditions and the exact sailing. Regent Choice excursions and Overland Programs are not part of the complimentary benefit and can cost extra. Private arrangements and booking conditions must be confirmed for the voyage. If a preferred shore experience is not included, Deluxe Cruises can compare independent alternatives and check whether a lower price or better value is available than booking through the cruise line. Availability and savings vary and are confirmed before purchase.
For the September 24-October 12, 2028 Istanbul to Rome (Civitavecchia) sailing aboard Seven Seas Explorer: Unlimited Wi-Fi is part of Regent's current published all-inclusive program. Device limits, streaming capability, satellite availability and performance can vary by suite, ship and location, so the exact booking entitlement must be confirmed. The exact booking confirmation controls.
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