QM2 - Sept. 4, Grand Riviera

[Luv2CruiseOften]

Looking for suggestions of shore excursions that do not include a long bus ride.

[Melissa Roberts]

Looking for suggestions of shore excursions that do not include a long bus ride.

 

 

Hi: Sept 4 2008 the QM2 is due to depart eastbound T/A > Southampton the last I knew, reason being we were booked on that crossing but have now had to change dates.

[Betsy's Mom]

This cruise, leaving from NYC, is a three segment cruise. My DH and I are on for the whole shebang.

B.

[ovccruiser]

i'm on the middle bit from Southampton, and I beleive most of the prots you can walk off the boat/tender into the various towns. The Rome trip, however, involves a 90 minute coach trip to get to Rome.

[VirginCruiser II]

i'm on the middle bit from Southampton, and I beleive most of the prots you can walk off the boat/tender into the various towns. The Rome trip, however, involves a 90 minute coach trip to get to Rome.

 

Rome is so so easy to do independently! And really cheap as well. We did this just a few days ago!

The ship docks at Civitavecchia, about an hour or so from Rome. It's a 15-20 minute walk to the railway station. Take the free shuttle bus or a taxi.The trains are frequent and fast and the round trip fare is just 9 Euros! Get off the train at San Pietro (St.Peter's) which is about four stops before the main Termini. Walk round the corner to the Vatican Museums and the Basilica. With the aid of a street map you can easily walk to the Piazza Navona, the Trevi Fountain, the Spanish Steps, The Forum and the Colliseum. You can then walk across to the main Termini for the train back to Civitavecchia.

[Luv2CruiseOften]

Thanks for the info on going to Rome.

[VirginCruiser II]

Thanks for the info on going to Rome.

 

You're welcome:).

Just be aware though - if you are not on one of the official excursions and you arrive back late, the ship will, without doubt, sail without you.

[Fleetwood15]

Making your own way to Rome sounds ok. May I ask if one can get the train tickets etc with only speaking English? Is the fare 9 euros return or single trip and very important, are there any toilets on the train?