From the Iberian shores to the Italian coast
Route Map
Day-by-Day Itinerary
Day 1
Málaga
Spain
Wander through whitewashed villages clinging to dramatic cliffs while sipping crisp mountain wines in Spain's legendary Andalusian heartland.
Arrive
2027-04-04 00:00:00
Depart
2027-04-04 23:59:00
Day 2
Málaga
Spain
Wander through whitewashed villages clinging to dramatic cliffs while sipping crisp mountain wines in Spain's legendary Andalusian heartland.
Arrive
2027-04-05 00:00:00
Depart
2027-04-05 13:00:00
Day 3
Cartagena
Spain
Wander through centuries-old Mediterranean architecture while savoring fresh seafood in charming plazas overlooking pristine beaches.
Arrive
2027-04-06 08:00:00
Depart
2027-04-06 14:00:00
Day 4
Ibiza
Spain
Dance until sunrise at legendary nightclubs where world-famous DJs transform the island into the Mediterranean's most electrifying party destination.
Arrive
2027-04-07 08:00:00
Depart
2027-04-07 16:00:00
Day 5
Mahón, Menorca
Spain
Explore Europe's deepest natural harbor surrounded by 18th-century fortifications and charming Mediterranean architecture.
Arrive
2027-04-08 08:00:00
Depart
2027-04-08 16:00:00
Day 6
🌊 At Sea
Day 7
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 22:00:00
Day 8
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
2027-04-11 13:00:00
Depart
2027-04-11 22:00:00
Day 8
Stromboli
Italy
Witness Europe's only continuously active volcano erupt at night from the glowing slopes of this dramatic Mediterranean island.
Arrive
2027-04-11 00:00:00
Day 9
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
2027-04-12 07:00:00
Depart
2027-04-12 18:00:00
Day 10
Valletta
Malta
Wander through magnificent baroque palaces and honey-colored limestone streets in Europe's smallest capital, a UNESCO World Heritage fortress city.
Arrive
2027-04-13 07:30:00
About This Cruise
<p>Sail along the timeless shores of the Western Mediterranean when you embark on this cruise connecting the jewels of Spain, Italy, and Malta. The islands and shorelines are bathed in warm light and striking contrasts when the sun caresses the coasts of Spain, the Balearic Islands, Sicily, and Italy. As you sail between these lands shaped by successive civilizations, immerse yourself in pristine nature and vibrant heritage.<p></p>Over the course of this cruise, experience the Mediterranean spirit as you journey between hidden coves and ports brimming with history. Here, each stopover reveals a new horizon, a fragment of art, architecture or tradition. The landscapes sculpted by wind and sea, the ancient cities bathed in golden light, and volcanoes rising on the horizon all speak of a rich past that lives on in the cobbled streets and baroque palaces. From the gentle island life of the Balearics to the untamed power of the Sicilian coast, the elegant shores of Calabria and the bastions of Malta, savour the magic of this unique journey.</p>
From $5,540 per person
9 nights on
Le Dumont-d'Urville
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