Cruise Nation are delighted to bring you our great range of Rome Cruise & Stay Holidays. These packages all feature a cruise sailing from the port of Civitavecchia. This means that Cruise Nation bring you massive choice on cruise lines to sail with throughout the year. Our Rome Smart Packages feature FREE stays in one of many handpicked hotels which are all centrally located in Rome providing you with the ideal base from which to explore all that this exciting destination has to offer.
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WELCOME TO ROME
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With our Rome Cruise & Stay packages, your flights will always be included. We also offer flights from a number of regional airports throughout the UK giving you much greater flexibility and making your holiday experience as smooth as possible.
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Pantheon
Pantheon
It was originally built between 119-128 AD by Hadrian as a temple dedicated to the 12 classical deities. In 608 the Pantheon was converted to a church and even today it contains the tombs of the artist Raphael and Vittorio Emanuele II – Italy’s first king.
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Colosseum
Colosseum
It’s hard to imagine that such an impressive piece of architecture was used for people to watch what was essentially mass slaughter. People would fight one another, animals would fight one another and sometimes humans would fight the animals. Over the 100 days held in inauguration for the Colosseum, more than 5,000 animals perished and by the time wild animal shows were banned in 523 AD, the elephant and tiger were almost extinct in Arabia and North Africa.
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Trevi Fountain
Trevi Fountain
It’s the largest Baroque fountain in the city and probably one of the most famous fountains in the world. An estimated 3,000 euros are thrown into the fountain every day and over the course of a year this money is collected and used to fund projects in the city such as the creation of a supermarket for Rome’s most needy.
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Vatican Museums
Vatican Museums
The museums contain the immensely impressive collection of art and artefacts that have been amassed by Popes over the centuries. The collections include some of the most renowned sculptures and pieces of classical Renaissance art in the world. The museums have around 70,000 items in the collection and at any one time you’ll find as many as 20,000 on display.
The Colosseum is truly a site to behold. Construction began on it in 72AD and it’s the largest amphitheatre ever built, designed to house between 50,000 to 80,000 spectators who would watch brutal gladiatorial shows and animal hunts.
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Sit by the Trevi fountain with a deliciously cold gelato and appreciate the ornate detail of the sculpture which depicts Triton taming Oceanus’ shell-shaped chariot drawn by sea horses. At night the pool is lit with lights giving this monument a magical appearance.
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Restaurants
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Il Pagaliaccio
Il Pagaliaccio
Anthony Genovese is one of Rome’s most talented chefs and thanks to his experience working in the Far East and on the Amalfi Coast, he’s integrated the dishes and flavours from these destinations into the playful menu he serves at Il Pagaliaccio.
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Pizzeria del Remo
Pizzeria del Remo
This is one of Rome’s best known and most popular pizzerias. Their thin-crust Roman pizzas and fried arrancini starters will have you going back for more.
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L'Arcangelo
L'Arcangelo
Offering fresh and local ingredients with a cordon bleu twist, L’Arcangelo is where you’ll be able to enjoy a mid-range gourmet meal. At the end of your meal, you’ll be given homemade Vov which is a zabaglione liqueur, along with sweet biscuits for dipping.
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All’Oro
All’Oro
This inventive restaurant has moved locations several times; however it seems to have finally found its home in the intimate basement of a villa. The chef behind All’Oro is Riccardo di Giacinto and he is a master of culinary camouflage.
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La Pergola
La Pergola
If money is no object and you’re looking for a truly special meal with great views, then only La Pergola will do. With 3 Michelin stars to its name, a meal at La Pergola is around £190 for a 7 course tasting menu and £230 for a 10 course tasting menu.
Nightlife
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Open Baladin
Open Baladin
This beer bar is simply extraordinary; there are over 40 different beers on tap and over 100 different bottled beers available. You can soak up all the alcohol with gourmet comfort food including delicious organic burgers and more unusually – liquorice flavoured chips.
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Freni e Frizioni
Freni e Frizioni
This shabby chic bar is a popular place amongst students who gather here at around 7.30pm to take advantage of the free aperitivo buffet. During busier spells, it’s not surprising to find people spilling out into the street. Make sure to queue at the till to place your order.
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Rome Tram Tracks
Rome Tram Tracks
This is certainly an unusual way to experience Rome! When the sun starts to set you’ll board this vintage tram which is packed with wine and a live band belting out hits from The Rolling Stones and Elvis.
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La Cabala
La Cabala
This is one of Rome’s most chic and exclusive nightclubs and you’ll find it in Piazza Navona above the restaurant Hostaria dell’Orso which is a 14th century building overlooking the Tiber river.
Events
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Stagione Estiva del Teatro dell’Opera
Stagione Estiva del Teatro dell’Opera
This operatic event takes place in the extraordinary location of an ancient archaeological site, delivering a truly unique and memorable experience for those attending. Dramatic lighting draws attention to the Roman ruins but the incredible musical performances still steal the show.
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RomaEuropa Festival
RomaEuropa Festival
RomaEuropa is a cutting-edge music and performance festival held between September to November. There’s a mix of international and upcoming acts who deliver eclectic performances across the arts of music, theatre and dance.
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Settimana Santa & Pasqua
Settimana Santa & Pasqua
On the Saturday before Palm Sunday, visitors flood into the city to gather into St Peter’s Square for the open-air mass. There are non-stop services throughout Holy Week, however some of the highlights of the event are the mass which takes place in the Colosseum late in the evening on Good Friday.
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Cosmophonies – Festival Internazionale di Ostia Antica
Cosmophonies – Festival Internazionale di Ostia Antica
Held in the incredible ancient theatre of Ostia Antica, Cosmophonies takes place from June until mid-September. The festival includes performances from theatre, music and dance with previous acts including Sonic Youth and Morissey.
What's Included
Return flights included from a choice of UK airports.
FREE Handpicked Rome Hotel Stay.
Discounts for Tickets to Rome Excursions
A Choice of Accommodation on Ship.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Snacks in Selected Ship Eateries.
Hot drinks, Ice Tea's, Lemonade, Juices, and Water in Select Buffet Venues.
Use of swimming pools, hot tubs, fitness centre and leisure facilities where available.
Entertainment & Activities, Day & Night, Inc Theme Nights & Parties.
Fantastic Youth Programmes from Babies to 17 years old.
Ship Port Taxes & Fees
