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Rome: In the Footsteps of Marco Polo's Journey East

Jun 12–132 nights

Born in eternity, driven toward the East.

Born in eternity, driven toward the East.

Rome is far more than a geographical starting point for this 15,000-kilometer expedition; it serves as the spiritual totem of the entire Marco Polo Drive.

This is no ordinary departure, but a profound echo of civilization spanning two millennia. In the Eternal City — the very cradle of Western culture — the official launch ceremony and global press conference will unveil this magnificent journey, formalizing the transcontinental odyssey from Rome to Hong Kong.

As dusk falls, a prestigious Gala Dinner will unfold within the majestic remnants of the ancient empire, convening European political and business elites, international institutions, leading academics, cultural icons, and global media. Steeped in the grand dialogue between history and the future, this gathering marks a momentous departure from the heart of Western civilization, charting a new course to reconnect the Eurasian continent.

Born in eternity, driven toward the East.

CountryItaly
DatesJun 12–13
Nights2 nights
Coordinates41.9020, 12.4960
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