Authentic Mediterranean Shores
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Valletta
Malta
Wander through magnificent baroque palaces and honey-colored limestone streets in Europe's smallest capital, a UNESCO World Heritage fortress city.
Arrive
2027-04-08 00:00:00
Depart
2027-04-08 18:00:00
Day 2
Trapani, Sicily
Italy
Wander through pastel-colored salt ponds glimmering under the Mediterranean sun while watching traditional windmills grind sea salt along the stunning coastline.
Arrive
2027-04-09 12:00:00
Depart
2027-04-09 23:00:00
Day 3
Palermo
Italy
Wander through the chaotic Vucciria Market where vendors hawk fresh seafood and street food that tastes like Sicily's salty soul.
Arrive
2027-04-10 07:00:00
Depart
2027-04-10 23:00:00
Day 4
Lipari
Italy
Dive into crystal-clear waters to discover submerged Roman artifacts and volcanic rock formations surrounding this enchanting Aeolian Island.
Arrive
2027-04-11 08:00:00
Depart
2027-04-11 16:30:00
Day 5
Reggio di Calabria
Italy
Marvel at the Riace Bronzes, two perfectly preserved ancient Greek statues that stand as masterpieces of classical sculpture in the archaeological museum.
Arrive
2027-04-12 07:00:00
Depart
2027-04-12 22:30:00
Day 6
Taormina
Italy
Wander through the ancient Greek Theatre perched dramatically above the Ionian Sea with Mount Etna as your breathtaking backdrop.
Arrive
2027-04-13 08:30:00
Depart
2027-04-13 21:30:00
Day 7
Siracuse, Sicily
Italy
Wander through ancient Greek temples and baroque palaces in this UNESCO-listed island city where history literally surrounds every sun-drenched corner.
Arrive
2027-04-14 07:00:00
Depart
2027-04-14 18:00:00
Day 8
Valletta
Malta
Wander through magnificent baroque palaces and honey-colored limestone streets in Europe's smallest capital, a UNESCO World Heritage fortress city.
Arrive
2027-04-15 07:00:00
About This Cruise
<p>Majestic volcanoes, fertile valleys, iconic ancient sites, and enchanting islands… Leaving from Valletta, the Maltese capital and a UNESCO World Heritage Site, set off to explore the jewels of Sicily and the Calabrian coastlines, during a journey that will take you to discover mythical sites at the crossroads of eastern and western civilisations. On these sun-kissed shores, towns brimming with history will open the doors to their heritage treasures between ancient sites, architectural jewels and age-old traditions, while the unaltered raw beauty of the Mediterranean coasts reveals its full grandeur.</p>
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