Embark on a Mediterranean sojourn from the vibrant Barcelona to the historic Trapani, Sicily, and the ancient allure of Valletta and Taormina. Cruise through the picturesque Chania, Naxos, and conclude your journey in the timeless port of Piraeus.
Breathe in the cultural heart of Catalan in Barcelona with its elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition, and admire some of the best-preserved relics of Greece’s Golden Age at the UNESCO-acclaimed ancient city of Agrigento in Sicily.
Unearth the mass of well-preserved history behind honey-hued Valetta’s fortified walls and visit enchanting Taormina, a medieval hilltop town spilling across the slopes of Etna with an ancient Greco-Roman amphitheatre carved into the cliffs. Explore Chania’s narrow streets lined with Venetian townhouses and Byzantine churches, and admire the whitewashed tumble of homes spilling down from the fortified walls of Chora Castle, hilltop capital of rarely-seen Naxos.
Authentic, cultured and intuitive service from a team of hospitality experts
Eight distinct culinary experiences, including in-suite dining
Unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, speciality coffees, teas and soft drinks available anytime, including in-suite mini-bar
Access to the spa thermal area
Wellbeing and fitness programmes on board and at the destinations
All on-board gratuities
Unlimited, high-speed Wi-Fi throughout the ship
Shuttle services from port to city centre (where required/available)
Itinerary
Day 1Barcelona, Spain
An elegant blend of high energy and undisturbed tradition, Barcelona is a creative muse featuring the architectural marvels of Gaudi and irresistible tapas served in breezy plazas.
Day 2At Sea
This is a perfect time to enjoy the ship's facilities.
Day 3Trapani, Sicily
Fully invest in la dolce vita. Savour exciting historical sites and authentic Sicilian life in the City of Salt and Sail. Admire some of the best-preserved relics of Greece’s Golden Age at the UNESCO-acclaimed ancient city of Agrigento. Life moves slowly here due to Trapani ‘s old-world Mediterranean soul.
Day 4Valletta, Malta
Unearth the Med’s master of restoration and renovation behind Valetta’s fortified walls, for Europe’s smallest capital has more history per square mile than any other city.
Day 5Taormina, Sicily
This hilltop Ionian town holds all the aces: a historic centre and ancient Greco-Roman amphitheatre spilling down to the paradisical Isola Bella and beautiful pebble beaches.
Day 6At Sea
This is a perfect time to enjoy the ship's facilities.
Day 7Chania, Crete
History creeps around every corner in charming Chania, Cretan crossroads where Venetian houses abut Byzantine temples and centuries-old churches nestle among cobbled backstreets.
Day 8Naxos, Greece
Wander amongst a whitewashed tumble of homes that spill down from the fortified walls of Chora Castle, hilltop capital of rarely-seen Naxos. the cobbled streets of hilltop Chora and further to the mountain villages of Naxos, land of cedar forests, ancient ruins and idyllic Aegean beaches.
Day 9Athens (Piraeus), Greece
Alongside the archaeological wonders of the Acropolis and the Parthenon, Athens exudes its glamour through vibrant markets, galleries, gelaterias, and bijoux boutiques.
A Journey to Soulful Sicily and Southern Greece Itinerary