Peaceful islands and ancient treasures of the Mediterranean
Towns and villages carved out of the water, legendary sites, infinite blue sea: between Italy and Attica, the Mediterranean continues to reveal all its treasures. In Sicily, here i...
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Ports of Call & Itinerary
8-night voyage departing Valletta, arriving Athens.
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Peaceful islands and ancient treasures of the Mediterranean
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Day 1
Valletta , Malta
Monday, 14/06/2027
Malta's capital, the minicity of Valletta, has ornate palaces and museums protected by massive fortifications of honey-color limestone. Houses along the narrow streets have overhanging wooden balconies for people-watching from indoors. Generations ago they gave housebound women a window on the world of the street. The main entrance to town is through the City Gate (where all bus routes end), which leads onto Triq Repubblika (Republic Street), the spine of the grid-pattern city and the main shopping street. Triq Mercante (Merchant Street) parallels Repubblika to the east and is also good for strolling. From these two streets, cross streets descend toward the water; some are stepped. Valletta's compactness makes it ideal to explore on foot. City Gate and the upper part of Valletta are experiencing vast redevelopment that includes a new Parliament Building and open-air performance venue. The complex, completed mid-2013, has numerous pedestrian detours in place along with building noise and dust. Before setting out along Republic Street, stop at the tourist information office on Merchant Street for maps and brochures.
Day 2
Taormina , Italy
Tuesday, 15/06/2027
The medieval cliff-hanging town of Taormina is overrun with tourists, yet its natural beauty is still hard to dispute. The view of the sea and Mt. Etna from its jagged cactus-covered cliffs is as close to perfection as a panorama can get—especially on clear days, when the snowcapped volcano's white puffs of smoke rise against the blue sky. Writers have extolled Taormina's beauty almost since it was founded in the 6th century BC by Greeks from nearby Naxos; Goethe and D. H. Lawrence were among its well-known enthusiasts. The town's boutique-lined main streets get old pretty quickly, but the many hiking paths that wind through the beautiful hills surrounding Taormina promise a timeless alternative. A trip up to stunning Castelmola (whether on foot or by car) should also be on your itinerary.
Day 3
Gallipoli , Italy
Wednesday, 16/06/2027
Kalè polis, meaning beautiful city, is the name ancient Greek mariners bestowed on Gallipoli, with good reason. Situated on a mound, the Old Town with its labyrinth of winding lanes, emerges from the Ionian Sea. It is connected to the mainland and modern Gallipoli via a 17th-century bridge. The area lies on the Salentina Peninsula in the extreme southeast end of Italy, commonly referred to as the heel of the boot. The Salento region was inhabited already in prehistoric times; later centuries were marked by Greek, Norman, Byzantine and Baroque cultures. It is a land of farms, castles, works of art, myths and legends. Many heroic battles were fought; fierce resistance was shown by Gallipoli’s citizens against numerous invaders that included Romans, Vandals, Swabians, Venetians, French and lastly the English in 1809. In addition to its tumultuous history and natural beauty, the city’s claim to fame rests in its art treasures, most notably, the Basilica of Sant’Agata with its majestic 17th-century façade. Inside, the church contains a rich and important art collection with numerous works by its great native son, Giovanni Andrea Coppola.
Day 4
Parga , Greece
Thursday, 17/06/2027
Day 5
Paxos , Greece
Friday, 18/06/2027
Day 6
Crossing the Corinth Canal
Saturday, 19/06/2027
Day 6
Galaxidi , Greece
Saturday, 19/06/2027
Day 7
Milos , Greece
Sunday, 20/06/2027
Milos or Melos is a volcanic Greek island in the Aegean Sea, just north of the Sea of Crete. Milos is the southwesternmost island in the Cyclades group. The Venus de Milo and the Asclepius of Milos were both found on the island, as were a Poseidon and an archaic Apollo now in Athens.
Day 8
Hydra , Greece
Monday, 21/06/2027
Rising from the turquoise expanse of the sunny Mediterranean, Hydra is the counterpoint of choice for Athenians - who can swap the city chaos for blissful relaxation with an hour’s boat journey. Known for its inspiring celebrity appeal - Leonard Cohen bought a house here in the 60s - Hydra is a pretty island of rising streets, whitewash mansions, and carefree clamour. Located a stone's throw from the Greek mainland, the authorities have resisted the temptation to cash in, meaning Hydra remains an endearing time-warp, which revels in life in the slow lane. With cars and new building developments banned – discover an island of donkeys plodding cobbled streets, and fishing boats undulating gently on the harbour’s waves.
Day 9
Athens , Greece
Tuesday, 22/06/2027
Room Type & Prices
All prices per person based on double occupancy. Solo traveller prices — single occupancy. Contact our cruise experts for the latest availability and best fares.
Lower Decks Balcony Stateroom
204 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom
204 sqft · Up to 2 guests
Deluxe Suite
290 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Prestige Suite
409 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Privilege Suite
344 sqft · Up to 3 guests
Grand Suite
484 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Owner's Suite
484 sqft · Up to 4 guests
Balcony
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lower Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft | DEL Deluxe Stateroom | Enquire → | ||
| Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft | PR4 Prestige Stateroom Deck 4 | Enquire → | ||
| PR5 Prestige Stateroom Deck 5 | Enquire → | |||
| PR6 Prestige Stateroom Deck 6 | Enquire → |
Lower Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
DEL Deluxe Stateroom
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
PR4 Prestige Stateroom Deck 4
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
PR5 Prestige Stateroom Deck 5
Upper Decks Balcony Stateroom · 204 sqft
PR6 Prestige Stateroom Deck 6
Suite
| Cabin | Grade | Per Person | Avail. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft | DS3 Deluxe Suite Deck 3 | Enquire → | ||
| DS5 Deluxe Suite Deck 5 | Enquire → | |||
| PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6 | Enquire → | |||
| Prestige Suite · 409 sqft | PS5 Prestige Suite Deck 5 | Enquire → | ||
| PS6 Prestige Suite Deck 6 | Enquire → | |||
| Privilege Suite · 344 sqft | PV5 Privilege Suite Deck 5 | Enquire → | ||
| PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6 | Enquire → | |||
| Grand Suite · 484 sqft | GD6 Grand Deluxe Suite | Enquire → | ||
| Owner's Suite · 484 sqft | SA | Enquire → |
Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft
DS3 Deluxe Suite Deck 3
Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft
DS5 Deluxe Suite Deck 5
Deluxe Suite · 290 sqft
PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6
Prestige Suite · 409 sqft
PS5 Prestige Suite Deck 5
Prestige Suite · 409 sqft
PS6 Prestige Suite Deck 6
Privilege Suite · 344 sqft
PV5 Privilege Suite Deck 5
Privilege Suite · 344 sqft
PV6 Privilege Suite Deck 6
Grand Suite · 484 sqft
GD6 Grand Deluxe Suite
Owner's Suite · 484 sqft
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