Embark on a luxurious all-inclusive Mediterranean voyage on the brand-new Celebrity Beyond℠, revel in the sights of Lake Maggiore and Garda, and journey home on board the iconic Venice Simplon-Orient-Express.

Simply marvel at the sights of Italy’s ancient capital, where you can follow in the footsteps of gladiators and emperors at the Colosseum, built in 80AD and which once housed around 50,000 spectators. In between chic cafés and serene statues on street corners, you’ll find treasures like the Spanish Steps and the Trevi Fountain, where a coin tossed into its shining waters promise a return to Rome. Sample hearty local cuisine at a family-run trattoria and find a gelato stand for a cooling ice cream as the stylish locals zip through cobblestone streets on Vespa scooters. It’s a city dripping in atmosphere.

Today you’ll embark Celebrity Beyond℠, the newest addition to the Celebrity fleet. Brimming with world-class dining venues, spacious public areas and no shortage of onboard entertainment options, Celebrity Beyond promises an unrivalled onboard experience.

During the day, you can spend time in one of the ship’s many lounges, relax by the pool, or join in with one of the many activities featured in the entertainment programme. When night falls, you can take in a performance in the ship’s theatre, meet up with new-found friends for a cocktail or try your luck in the casino. Rest assured that however you choose to spend your time onboard, this incredible ship will take you on an unforgettable journey in style and comfort.

Today you’ll discover beautiful Dubrovnik, known as the Pearl of the Adriatic and renowned for its distinctive Old Town, encircled with towering stone walls. Take a walk around the city walls and gaze upon the fantastic view of the Old Town and glittering Adriatic or discover more about Dubrovnik’s history at the Cultural History Museum, once the palace for the elected rector who governed in the late 15th Century. If you prefer being by the coast, take a dip in the glittering Adriatic Sea, or embark on a boat trip to explore more of the striking Dalmatian coastline.

The lush and verdant island of Corfu has a long and colourful history – it has been ruled by the Romans, the Venetians, the French and the English. Corfu Town boasts fortresses bearing the insignia of the Venetian Republic, an esplanade lavishly planted by the French during the Napoleonic Wars, and an English cricket pitch. Head inland to the village of Sokraki where time has stood still.

An island paradise located off the beautiful west coast of Greece, Zakynthos, is abundant with olive groves, lemon trees, bougainvillea and rolling hills. An area of distinct beauty, Zakynthos offers white pebbled shorelines met by crystal clear waters, rugged cliff tops offering grandstand views of Ionian sunsets, hidden coves and turquoise sea caves. Head to Laganas Beach to spot loggerhead turtles or head by boat to the famous Navagio beach, colloquially known as Smugglers cove, to step foot on one of Greece’s most beautiful beaches with its stunning azure waters and encompassing cliff faces.

The restaurants on board Celebrity Beyond℠ are destinations in themselves. Relish a dazzling choice of 29 different dining venues, each one offering a selection of dishes prepared with fresh ingredients by Celebrity Cruises’ highly trained chefs. So, whether you’re looking for a mid-morning snack or an indulgent six-course feast, this ship has something for everyone to enjoy.

The Tuscan capital is an achingly romantic city of medieval architecture and art, with a magnificent city centre that has been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Regarded by many as the birthplace of the Renaissance movement, it’s home to the superb Uffizi Gallery, displaying artwork by Michelangelo and Leonardo da Vinci. Other sights include the Duomo, a cathedral with a striking terracotta-tiled dome, the illustrious Ponte Vecchio and Piazzale Michelangelo which boasts panoramic views of the city.

Transfer to Lake Maggiore for your two-night hotel stay. Located just south of the Alps, Lake Maggiore is the second-largest lake in Italy and extends into Switzerland. It’s characterised by colourful fishing villages, the tiny Borromean Islands off its south-western shore and the delicious cuisine found in the villages around it. Blessed with a mild climate all year round, the surrounding landscapes burst with a mesmerising array of Mediterranean vegetation and exotic plants.

A land of great traditions, from opera to fine food and wine, Verona is a romantic and elegant city waiting to be explored. During your hotel stay here, wander quaint and winding streets and admire its romantic balconies with a gelato in hand. Be awe-inspired by the sheer size of The Verona Arena which was built in 30 AD and is still in use today. You may be lucky enough to catch one of the large-scale opera performances given there.

The countryside around Lake Garda is one of Italy’s finest wine-making regions with vineyards galore, producing such world-famous wines as Bardolino and Pinot Grigio. Today you’ll get to taste some of these on a superb tasting tour where you’ll also get to marvel at the bucolic landscape with which this beautiful part of Italy is synonymous. It promises to be one of the highlights of your Italian lakes experience.

Step aboard the sublime Venice Simplon-Orient-Express in Verona and be transported to the elegance of a bygone age. In original 1920s and 1930s carriages, you’ll weave through through the majestic Alps and rural France back to England. Experience attentive, first-class service as you dine on exquisitely prepared dishes, returning to your compartment to discover that your private cabin has been effortlessly converted into a bedroom.

Having been transported to an era of timeless nostalgia and glamour, the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express will come to a halt in London, where you will return home with memories you’ll treasure for a lifetime.