Saturday 27th October 2018
Civitavecchia is the gateway to The Eternal City of Rome. Whilst it would take many lifetimes to really know Rome, there is an opportunity to see many of the city’s most famous sites. Marvel at the incredible architecture and epic monuments or simply soak up the atmosphere of this remarkable city. Alternatively, escape the hustle and bustle and venture into the beautiful Italian countryside.
Berthed in about the usual place in port this morning, getting quite familiar here now.
Determined to actually get into town today, last chance for this part this cruise.
So breakfast and morning trivia then coffee with the remaining part our quiz team before goodbyes and good luck to them for their journey home.
Then it's onto the shuttle bus, drop off really only a short drive and still not very near to the town.
Though a much nicer walk from the drop off past the fortress than a walk along the mole from the ship.
Into town for a walk along the old sea wall to view the fortifications and a look into the old Roman harbour.
Also on display reproduction of part of a Roman ship, Bireme.
Then a quick call in to the gelato shop and a walk along the promenade at the back of the beach. No beach today, high tide and a strong onshore wind making for plenty of breakers on the seashore. Weather deteriorating somewhat too.
Then the bus back to the ship for some sun, weather still windy though very mild and quite a bit of cloud passing by.
Afternoon tea, very busy in the buffet with all those pesky newcomers.
Rather late sailaway, but once at sea met the wind and waves, fortunately the ship remained pretty steady.
Dinner in the buffet. Then off to the theatre for another split show, first part by the Cunard Singers and Dancers with a tribute to the "Rat Pack". Followed by Ann Wardell a Soprano! singing some opera.
Back to our stateroom for some college football on the TV.
Clocks back one hour tonight.
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