Founded in 1935, Louis Cruise Lines operates out of Cyprus. On an eight-day and seven-night itinerary, travelers will board the modern, stylish Louis Majesty ship and visit the wonders of Italy and Greece. Stops are in Sardinia, Sicily, Olympia and Athens as well as nearby Marseilles, France and Saranda, Albania. While on board the ship, guests can enjoy the Four Seasons restaurant, Monte Carlo casino, disco club, video arcade and swimming pool. All rooms feature air conditioning and TV.
Louis Cruise Lines Greece
8 Ant. Ampatielou Str.
185 36 Piraeus
Greece
011-30-210-4583400
louiscruises.com
Elegant and sophisticated, Princess Cruises offer guests unparalleled luxury, service and relaxation. While on board the ships, people can indulge in a wide variety of activities like ping-pong, shuffleboard or miniature golf. Dining is either casual or formal. The Mediterranean cruise to Italy is either 12 or 14 days long and embarks from Barcelona or London, respectively. Travelers can explore the rich history of Rome, the wonder of Florence and the remarkable charm of Venice. Other stops are Istanbul, Turkey and Dubrovnik, Croatia. On the seven or 14-day Greek Isles tour, both of which leave out of Athens, guests stop at the white villages of Mykonos, the volcanic bluffs of Santorini and the stunning island of Katakolon, where the ancient Olympics first began.
Princess Cruises
24844 Ave. Rockefeller
Santa Clarita, CA 91355
800-774-6237
princess.com
Conde Nast Publications voted Celebrity Cruises as a Top Cruise Line in 2009. On the 12-night Mediterranean cruise, travelers stop at the traditional ports of Rome, Venice, Florence, Sicily and Salerno. Other stops are Nice, France and Barcelona, Spain. On the 12-night Greek Islands Tour, guests can explore Crete, Rhodes and Athens. The trip also includes Turkey, with port stops in Istanbul, Bodrum, Ephesus and Marmaris. Guests can choose traditional staterooms or those that feature ocean views or verandas. When upgrading to a suite, travelers receive complimentary butler service, fresh cut flowers, a private portrait sitting and daily afternoon tea.
Celebrity Cruises
1050 Caribbean Way
Miami, Fl 33132
800-647-2251
celebritycruises.com