Embark on an Epic odyssey as you chart your way through the Mediterranean’s most enchanting ports, sun-kissed beaches and charming islands on an 11-night cruise with unbeatable value, departing from Rome onboard Norwegian Cruise Line’s spectacular Norwegian Epic.
Start your journey in Italy’s capital and enjoy two exclusive nights of boutique pre-cruise accommodation at The Hoxton, Rome (or similar), with plenty of time to savour the city’s magnificent palazzos and legendary gallerias. Then, set off to explore the Med’s best, with stops in Mykonos and Santorini, plus visits to Malta, Naples, Florence and the French Riviera.
When you’re not exploring the extraordinary, you’ll be staying in the most spacious accommodations at sea. Plus, savour mouthwatering cuisine, with all-inclusive daily dining at select onboard restaurants, a Premium Drinks Package including standard soft drinks, spirits, cocktails, wines by the glass and bottled or draught beer, along with US$50 shore excursion credit per stateroom, per port.
Unbeatable Value: We’re confident this exclusive Norwegian Cruise Line package offers more value than you’ll find anywhere else. If you come across a better offer, give our Cruise team a call on 1300 820 853.
Your journey takes you to: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy – Santorini, Greece – Mykonos – Athens (Piraeus) – Corfu – Valetta, Malta – Messina (Sicily), Italy – Naples – Florence/Pisa (Livorno) – Cannes, France – Rome.
Multiple dates available: Choose your preferred date, with offers available for 1 July 2025, 9 September 2025 and 19 October 2025.
Balcony Stateroom Upgrade: Heighten the indulgence when you upgrade to the Balcony Stateroom and enjoy a bonus US$200 onboard credit to put toward restaurants, spa treatments and entertainment.
Norwegian Epic – Cruising reimagined by Norwegian Cruise Line
A beloved classic in the world of cruising, Norwegian Cruise Line’s Epic offers an unforgettable experience, with the line’s signature wide-open spaces, world-class entertainment and family-friendly facilities all on offer. This extraordinary vessel is designed to provide experiences beyond your expectations – your package includes dining at a wide range of restaurants on board, inviting you to embark on a global culinary experience. Come evening, you certainly won’t be short of options, with a host of bars at your disposal. And your Premium Drinks Package means you can enjoy your fill of standard cocktails, wines by the glass, beers and spirits (up to a value of US$15 per drink).
Spend your time onboard however you please– everything you could wish for is at your fingertips onboard, and with US$50 shore excursion credit per stateroom, per port, you’re guaranteed unforgettable memories across the Mediterranean. Unwind under the sun beside the pool, treat yourself to a relaxing treatment at the spa or indulge in a shopping trip at the onboard boutiques.
Your Pre-Cruise Stay – Rome, the perfect place to embark on an epic odyssey across the Mediterranean
Encounter incredible churches hidden down the most unassuming of streets, ancient statues, Byzantine mosaics adorning world-class museums and buildings that have stood for thousands of years. Rome is awash with riches when it comes to history, art and culture, and with two nights of pre-cruise accommodation at The Hoxton, you’ll be perfectly placed to savour your time in the Eternal City. From the Pantheon to the Colosseum, the Trevi Fountain to the Vatican and Piazza Barberini to the Borghese Museum, work your way around the Baroque icons of the city, stopping off for an oven-crisp pizza, that perfect bowl of pasta or a cheeky negroni — not to mention a serve of gelato or Italian coffee.
Balcony Stateroom Upgrade – See the world like never before
Welcome to your home at sea. Whether you want to freshen up, hit the hay or kick back with some delicious room service, you’ll have more space to do it. From luxurious touches and premium amenities to floor-to-ceiling glass doors that open onto a private balcony where you can sit and enjoy the passing ocean scenery with a drink in hand and the sea breeze on your skin, style meets sophistication when you upgrade to the Balcony Stateroom. Plus, enjoy a bonus US$200 onboard credit per stateroom and an additional Specialty Dining meal per package.
Dining
- O’Sheehan’s Bar & Grill
- Garden Cafe
- Shanghai’s Chinese Restaurant
- Shanghai’s Noodle Bar
- Spice H2O
- Taste
- The Great Outdoors
- The Manhattan Room
Specialty Dining
- Moderno Churrascaria
- Wasabi
- La Cucina
- Cagney’s Steakhouse
- Le Bistro
- Teppanyaki
Bars and Lounges
- Starbucks
- Atrium Bar
- Bliss Ultra Lounge
- Cascades Bar
- Humidor Cigar Lounge
- Maltings Whiskey Bar
- Posh Beach Club
Facilities
- Posh Beach Club
- Burn the Floor
- Deal or No Deal
- Howl at the Moon
- The Cavern Club
- Wheel of Fortune
- Perspectives Studio
- Aqua Park
- Epic Casino
- Epic Theatre
- Headliners Comedy Club
- Jogging/Walking Track
- Mandara Spa & Salon
- Thermal Spa Suite
Your cruise begins and ends in Rome, Italy.
Your cruise embarks from Rome (Civitavecchia) at 5pm on Day 3 (boarding commences at 3pm) and disembarks in Rome at 6am on Day 14. Please ensure you arrive in time for boarding.
Roundtrip flights and transfers are not included in your package and must be purchased separately. Please do NOT book your flights until your cruise is confirmed.
Transfers to and from the cruise port and airport are NOT included in your package, please plan accordingly.
A visa may be required for the destination you are visiting. It is each traveller’s responsibility to ensure they are holding a current visa. Please take the time to visit our preferred vendor website Visas Direct to assist you with any visa application requirements and processes. If you require any supporting documentation when applying for your visa please let us know and we would be more than happy to assist. Click here to visit the website.
Need flights? Our dedicated flights concierge can assist with your flight requirements (subject to availability). Contact sales@luxuryescapes.com.
Day 1: Arrive Rome, Italy
Ciao, and welcome to Rome! Endless adventures await in the Eternal City, Italy’s extraordinary capital. Trace the footsteps of the greats in ancient streets paved with thousands of years of history, art, and culture. After check-in at your trendy pre-cruise stay, The Hoxton, Rome, the rest of the day is at your leisure – attractions within easy walking distance include the Museum of Contemporary Art, National Museum of 21st Century Art, Parioli’s tree-lined shopping boulevards and a plethora of gelaterias and cafes.
Accommodation: The Hoxton, Rome
Day 2: Rome
Enjoy another full day in Rome. With more time up your sleeve, explore the city’s biggest hits – walk the ruins of the Colosseum, stand in awe of Saint Peter’s Basilica and soak up the Pantheon’s ancient splendour. Alternatively, check out the Piazza Navona’s famous fountains or visit the Vatican Museums, home to the Sistine Chapel (and countless more masterpieces).
Accommodation: The Hoxton, Rome
Meals: Breakfast
Day 3: Rome (Civitaecchia)
After one final day in Rome – the perfect chance, if you haven’t already, to shop your way across the city’s legendary shopping streets, including the open-air Via del Corso – embark on your Norwegian Epic cruise at approximately 5pm (boarding begins at approximately 3pm).
With a world-class entertainment program, industry-leading staterooms and a wide variety of onboard dining options, Norwegian Epic takes freestyle cruising to the next level. As you depart Rome Cruise Terminal, watch Italy fade away as the sun sets and you cross the Tyrrhenian and Ionian Seas in the direction of the Greek Islands.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Dinner
Day 4: At Sea
Settle into life onboard today and take advantage of the available activities and delectable restaurants. Tuck into Irish pub classics at O’Sheehan’s Bar & Grill, hit The Manhattan Room for a la carte dining or head to The Great Outdoors, the ship’s alfresco buffet, for burgers and brilliant views over the ocean.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 5: Santorini, Greece
Arriving in the afternoon, your first stop in the Greek Islands is spectacular Santorini, where cobalt-domed churches, a captivating past and sun-kissed sands reign. Glide toward the islands’ enchanting cliffs and sun-bleached architecture – you’ll have plenty of time to stroll across the marvellous peaks and soak in the scenery of a lifetime before your late evening departure.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 6: Mykonos, Greece
Greek islands don’t get more iconic than Mykonos. Soaked in Aegean sunshine, the ‘Island of the Winds’ waits to welcome you to paradise. Arriving in the morning, lose yourself within the labyrinth of whitewashed building-lined streets – accented by splashes of blue, green or red paint – and enjoy plenty of time to savour serenity on the island’s pristine coastline.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 7: Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Welcome to Athens! With an arrival time just after sunrise, enjoy a full day unearthing the beauty of the City of Gods. Follow in Socrates’ footsteps and explore more than three millennia of history as you bask in the shadow of the mighty Acropolis, honour Athena at the Parthenon, gaze upon the colossal Panathenaic Stadium and savour delicious souvlaki from one of the many tavernas that fill the streets.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 8: Corfu, Greece
Framed by dramatic blue waters and topped with hillside villages, Corfu has a well-deserved reputation as Greece’s lushest island. Rich in history, with white beaches that overlook the dazzling waters of the Ionian Sea, Corfu is a perfect taste of Greek coastal culture. Wander through the streets of Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site, or unwind on one of the island’s many secluded coves and balmy beaches.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 9: Valletta, Malta
Arrive into Valletta – the capital of Malta, home to one of the world’s longest-enduring knightly orders – in the afternoon and spend the day getting to know one of Europe’s most exceptional cities. Valetta prides itself on its magnificent Baroque palaces, piazzas, gardens and churches, and each is well worth your time.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 10: Messina (Sicily), Italy
Sicily’s third-largest city, Messina, dazzles with extraordinary religious architecture, sun-soaked palazzos and extravagant fountains. Stroll through the Piazza Cairoli and enjoy a glass of Marsala wine – one of Sicility’s fondest exports – at any of the cafes in the city.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 11: Naples, Italy
This morning dock in Naples, located on the spectacular Amalfi Coast and steeped in history. A tour around Naples’ grand piazzas, cathedrals and castles in the old centre will take you back centuries, and a visit to nearby Pompeii offers a fascinating glimpse into an ancient city swallowed by fire and ash.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 12: Florence/Pisa (Livorno), Italy
Explore the wonders of Tuscany, with time to visit Florence or Pisa after your ship docks in Livorno. For the perfect day, visit the famed Leaning Tower of Pisa or wander through Santa Croce and the Piazza del Duomo before heading to the Galleria dell’Accademia to see Michelangelo’s David, an enduring symbol of the Florentine Republic.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 13: Cannes, France
Cannes offers the perfect chance to get to know the French Riviera. Arriving early in the morning, spend the first half of the day walking along the palm-lined Promenade de la Croissette and in the afternoon you can journey up Suquet Hill to admire tremendous views of the ocean-flanked city below.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day 14: Rome (Civitavecchia), Italy
Today, your cruise comes to an end in Rome. Disembark after breakfast and make your own way to Rome–Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino International Airport (FCO) for your onward journey.
Accommodation: Norwegian Epic
Meals: Breakfast