YMT Vacations, the leading provider of affordable group travel packages, is pleased to announce two new transatlantic cruises. Sailing from the Southern United States to Europe, travelers will experience the romance and sophistication of sailing the Atlantic and then have the opportunity to discover historic cities in Germany or Italy. The Transatlantic Cruise & Germany’s Highlights Tour and the Transatlantic and Mediterranean Cruise & Classic Italy Tour are priced from $80 and $86 per day respectively. 

“Our Transatlantic Cruises offer an unforgettable journey at a great value,” stated Jerre Fuqua, President of YMT Vacations. “Each itinerary provides travelers the opportunity to embark on a voyage across the Atlantic Ocean combined with stunning sights throughout Europe at a price that can’t be beat.”

The 22-day Transatlantic and Mediterranean Cruise & Classic Italy Tour departs April 5, 2013. The voyage starts in New Orleans and includes a one-day city tour, followed by a 15-night transatlantic cruise aboard the Navigator of the Seas, with stops at Ponta Delgada, Azores; Toulon, France; and Livorno, Italy. Once on land, guests will discover the art, history, culture and cuisine of Rome, Vatican City, Florence, Venice, Milan, and the Umbria and Tuscany regions.

Departing April 19, 2013, the Transatlantic Cruise & Germany’s 24-day voyage Highlights Tour starts with a day tour of Fort Lauderdale and Miami, and then embarks on a 17-night transatlantic cruise aboard the MSC Poesia with stops in New York City, USA; Ponta Delgada, Azores; Lisbon, Portugal; La Coruña, Spain; and Dover, England. Once in Germany, city highlights include Hamburg, Berlin, Dresden, Weimar, Nuremburg and Munich. A free cabin upgrade is available on this itinerary for those booking by September 30.