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Mediterranean Relics: Ancient Wonders and Coastal Cities - 2023

Athens • 20-night cruise with Piraeus, Itea, Katakolon, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Hvar, Sibenik, Opatija, Pula, Rovinj, Trieste, Zadar, Split, Brindisi, Giardini Naxos, Syracuse, Valletta, Trapani, Lipari, Castellammare di Stabia/Pompeii, Civitavecchia • Rome
  • Small Ship Ocean Cruise from Venice to Rome - Split - Diocletians Palace
    THERE ARE A WHOPPING 19 UNESCO SITES PLUS 2 INTANGIBLE HERITAGE FEATURES TO SEE ON THIS CRUISE, INCLUDING DUBROVNIK, DIOCLETIAN’S PALACE, DELPHI, OLYMPIA, AND MANY MORE
  • DISCOVER THE ANCIENT ROMAN ARENA OF PULA AND THE PICTURESQUE RESORT TOWN OF ROVINJ AS YOU CRUISE THROUGH THIS REGION
  • The ruins of Olympia and the mountains of Greece
    DISCOVER ANCIENT TREASURES IN ATHENS AND THE CRUCIALLY IMPORTANT ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITES OF DELPHI AND OLYMPIA
  • Small Ship Ocean Cruise from Venice to Rome - Florence Extension
    ROUND OUT THIS REMARKABLE JOURNEY WITH AN EXTENSION TO THE UNESCO CITY OF FLORENCE, ITALY
  • Greece and the Dalmatian Coast small ship cruise from Athens to Zagreb with Piraeus, Kotor, Dubrovnik, and Split including Instanbul, Lake Bled Slovenia and Oberammergau extensions
    SAIL ABOARD OUR BRAND NEW SMALL SHIP THROUGH THE ADRIATIC, IONIAN, AND MEDITERRANEAN SEAS, PASSING BY MORE THAN 1,800 ISLANDS ALONG THE WAY
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Category DS: Deluxe Suite

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Adventure Highlight: Ocean Odyssey

Cruise on the Ocean Odyssey, an agile and state-of-the-art expedition vessel that can navigate to places larger ships can’t

Dubrovnik, Croatia

See and hear history come alive with a local performance and tour of old town

Olympia

Step back in time to discover temples and the origin of the Olympic games

Opatija

Uncover this lovely seaside town, which once catered to European royalty with stately villas and a seaside promenade

Athens

See the bustling capital city of Athens with modern touches and history

Istrian Peninsula

Set sail through this beautiful Croatian oasis, stopping at Pula and Rovinj

Kotor

Enjoy natural beauty in this UNESCO-listed waterway and medieval town.

Krka National Park

Experience this gem of Croatia and home to breathtaking waterfalls and gorges against a green, mountainous backdrop before enjoying a boat ride back to Skradin with drinks on deck.

Split, Croatia

Explore UNESCO-listed Diocletian’s Palace, which the emperor chose as his retirement home because of the area’s spectacular beauty

Rome, Italy

Fall in love with the Eternal City’s grandeur, and tour the Vatican Museums.

Extension: Florence, Italy

Get under the Tuscan sun in Florence, the beating heart of Italy’s esteemed foodie region and the birthplace of the Renaissance.

Sina Villa Medici

The intimate, 100-room Sina Villa Medici dates back to 1760 and its elegant charm fits into the quiet area of Florence’s old center, within walking distance of all attractions. This Deluxe hotel was last renovated in 2017; all rooms on its five floors include air conditioning, a refrigerator, cable TV, and Internet access. Onsite there is a health club, spa, and outdoor swimming pool.

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Solo Travel with Vantage

You can count on the best value in the industry when you travel solo with Vantage, beginning with one free Single Supplement on each departure of most Small Ship Cruises and Escorted Land Tours. We also offer among the lowest Single Supplements available. And you’ll enjoy single-occupancy staterooms on our fleet of deluxe river ships.

Vantage's Referral Program

Do you have friends who love to travel as much as you do? Why not be rewarded for sharing your love of travel? That's the philosophy behind Vantage's newly enhanced Referral Program, where you can earn up to $8,200 in your choice of cash and free travel rewards for every eight friends you refer!

Vantage Deluxe Travel Air Upgrades

Upgrade your flight category to First Class, Business Class, or Premium Economy, and you’ll start your trip off right. That’s because you’ll arrive refreshed, unfrazzled, and ready to go. Even better, you’ll be able to take advantage of our contract prices, meaning big savings and no service fees.

Travel Protection Plan

When you’re ready to travel to the places you love, there’s a way to plan with more peace of mind. From medical emergencies to travel delays and beyond, the Travel Protection Plan gives you the added security to discover the world without worrying about the unexpected.

SmartPay Discount Plan

Optional pre-trip extensions. Exclusive optional tours. Upgraded business class seats. These things can be yours — virtually for free — when you use SmartPay to pay for your trip in advance. That’s because you can save an average of up to $600 per person — a full 10% — when you reserve your trip and pay in full 12 months or more prior to your journey!

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Earn a FREE trip with every 10 paying travelers you bring with you!

Small Ship Discoveries

In Antarctica, Asia, Europe, or South America, our small ships are your portal to unforgettable exploration. Travel through Southeast Asia on the Irrawaddy or Mekong rivers; explore the Mediterranean, Adriatic, and Aegean seas on board a private yacht; or venture through the fjords of Norway and Chile, along the Amazon River, among the Galapagos Islands, or to distant Antarctica

The World of Vantage

Discover the world with Vantage Deluxe World Travel — at the best values available today — for worldwide river cruises, small ship discoveries, and escorted land tours for small groups

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 Vantage Leading Competitor Vantage Advantage
Journey Mediterranean Relics: Ancient Wonders and Coastal Cities Barcelona to Athens
Greatest value and most comprehensive features when compared to our competitors!
 Departure Comparison 9/13/2023 4/19/2023
Per Diem $679 $963
Included Tours and Special Features 51 included features and Cultural Discoveries - a value of $4,050

Visit 19 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, including the storied ruins of Pompeii and Dubrovnik Old City

Complimentary Vantage Deluxe Concierge Service on board ship to assist with all your personal requests
 Up to 135 shore excursions
 Vessel Size  Our ocean discovery vessel, the m/s Ocean Odyssey has 15 solo cabins (11 for expedition cruises) and 15 triple-occupancy cabins each, with a maximum capacity of under 150 passengers on each sailing.    Our ships are smaller, more intimate, and have an industry-leading number of solo-ready cabins, as well as a fantastic crew-to-passenger ratio.
Accommodations in hotels  On each journey that we offer with Vantage, your hotel accommodations will be included in the total price of your cruise.     We choose all of our partner hotels with comfort and luxury in mind, and will let you know ahead of time which hotel you’ll be staying in at each port.
 Cruise-Only Price*  $16,999  $18,299 Greatest value and most comprehensive features compared to our competitors! 
 # of Days 25   19
Meals 66 meals: 24 breakfasts, 20 lunches, and 22 dinners, with complimentary wine, beer, and soft drinks during dinner on board
FREE Specialty Restaurants
FREE Open Bars and Lounges Plus In-Suite Mini-Bar Replenished Daily
 The MOST included meals
Single Travelers
FREE Solo Space
Solo Friendly Supplements

The leader in solo travel - best value in the industry.
Extend Your Trip

Istanbul, Turkey 4 days from $1,799
Florence, Italy 3 days from $1,299
Medieval Catalonia 4 days from 1,499
Sacred Treasures of Greece 4 days from $1,799
 Extend your journey and get more value for your dollar.
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 Air Upgrades  Up to FREE Business Class
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SPECIAL SAVINGS FOR KIDS
Children age 17 or younger sail for $1,299 on this voyage
SEVEN SEAS SOCIETY SAVINGS
Past guests enjoy additional savings up to $1,550 per suite on this cruise

 Vantage offers the best value in deluxe travel and the most ways to save.

Comparison date as of 9/30/22
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