7 Night Mediterranean - Eastern Cruise
Itinerary
Split
Croatia
Day 1Split's ancient core is so spectacular and unusual that a visit is more than worth your time. The heart of the city lies within the walls of Roman emperor Diocletian's retirement palace, which was built in the 3rd century AD. Diocletian, born in the nearby Roman settlement of Salona in AD 245, achieved a brilliant career as a soldier and became emperor at the age of 40. In 295 he ordered this vast palace to be built in his native Dalmatia, and when it was completed he stepped down from the throne and retired to his beloved homeland. Upon his death, he was laid to rest in an octagonal mausoleum, around which Split's magnificent cathedral was built.In 615, when Salona was sacked by barbarian tribes, those fortunate enough to escape found refuge within the stout palace walls and divided up the vast imperial apartments into more modest living quarters. Thus, the palace developed into an urban center, and by the 11th century the settlement had expanded beyond the ancient walls.Under the rule of Venice (1420–1797), Split—as a gateway to the Balkan interior—became one of the Adriatic's main trading ports, and the city's splendid Renaissance palaces bear witness to the affluence of those times. When the Habsburgs took control during the 19th century, an overland connection to Central Europe was established by the construction of the Split–Zagreb–Vienna railway line.After World War II, the Tito years saw a period of rapid urban expansion: industrialization accelerated and the suburbs extended to accommodate high-rise apartment blocks. Today the historic center of Split is included on UNESCO's list of World Heritage Sites.
About this cruise
One of the ships that first introduced MSC Cruises’ distinctive combination of classic Mediterranean style and pioneering design, MSC Armonia is now even better equipped to satisfy every need, thanks to an impressive array of new features and facilities.
So step on board and embark on a voyage of discovery before you even set sail!
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- InsideFROM£829 pp
- OceanviewFROM£969 pp
- BalconyFROM£1,369 pp
- SuiteFROM£1,429 pp
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At our Buffet explore the astonishing variety of our cuisine∘ as and when you want, with the freedom to walk in and treat yourself at any time
from breakfast through to late-night snacks - 20 hours a day.
If you prefer, our onboard main restaurants will always give you a wide choice of high quality cuisine with a different menu selection every day and signature dishes by star chefs, from International to the best Mediterranean food.
Depending on your Ship and Experience, you can choose from Classic to Early or Late Dining when booking and we'll reserve table for you for the entire duration of your cruise. To enjoy even more flexibility you can choose My Choice dining style that lets you dine any time you like during the main restaurant's opening hours.
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- What's included?
- The below amenities and services are included in your selected cruise fare. By choosing a promotion during the booking process you may be entitled to additional amenities or services, depending on the particular offer.
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Bella Experience
Fantastica Experience includes all Bella benefits, plus:
Aurea Experience includes all Fantastica benefits, plus:
- MSC Yacht Club (Available on board MSC World Europa, MSC Seascape, MSC Seashore, MSC Virtuosa, MSC Grandiosa, MSC Bellissima, MSC Seaview, MSC Seaside, MSC Meraviglia, MSC Preziosa, MSC Divina, MSC Splendida and MSC Fantasia):