Mediterranean Serenade - Cruise in East Sicily & Malta
Cruise in East Sicily & Malta
The distinctive and diverse peninsulas of these countries provide a natural playground best explored by a small ship. We've crafted the ultimate itinerary to ensure you experience our destinations thoroughly, prioritizing your comfort and safety. Situated amidst the cobalt-blue seas off Sicily's northeastern coast, the UNESCO-protected Aeolian Islands (including Gozo Island, sailing around Stromboli, and Lipari Island) are a true paradise—a seven-island archipelago brimming with opportunities for relaxation and outdoor adventure.
Highlights
• Valletta
• Gozo island
• Syracuse
• Lipari
• Catania
Valletta, Malta (2pm):
Enjoy a welcome drink on board, and a chance to settle in as well as meet your crew and fellow passengers. Overnight in port before we set sail on our adventure the following morning.
In the morning, the boat departs from Valetta port, heading to Malta’s cherished Gozo Island, famous for the Ggantija temples. These UNESCO World Heritage Sites are among the oldest free-standing megalithic monuments in the world, dating back 5,500 years. Enjoy a refreshing morning swim in the tranquil Maltese waters before having lunch on board. Early in the afternoon, we arrive at Gozo Island, where you’ll have the afternoon free for exploration and dinner ashore. After dinner, the ship will depart Gozo for the glorious Sicily.
Early in the morning, we arrive in Syracuse. After breakfast, join our optional tour to explore the “White City.” Enjoy lunch and a free afternoon at your leisure. At 7 PM, join our popular "Cocktail Demonstration," where our Bar Manager will create two signature cocktails and share the recipes. After the demonstration, enjoy a four-course dinner on board. We depart Syracuse around 9 PM, heading to the charming Lipari Island for an overnight voyage.
After a leisurely breakfast, spend your day on deck enjoying the sun and sea breeze. We will sail around Stromboli, one of the Aeolian Archipelago’s volcanic islands, a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its continuous volcanic activity over the past 2,500 years. We anchor at Lipari Island around noon. Before our included BBQ lunch on board, our chef will share the Pesto a la Trapanese recipe. The afternoon is free for you to explore Lipari and enjoy dinner ashore at your leisure. The boat will overnight at Lipari.
After breakfast, join our optional tour to Quattrochi Belvedere, Quattropani, and the Lipari Castle. Enjoy lunch on your own at your leisure. At 7:30 PM, participate in our included Wine Tasting Experience, featuring a delightful selection of Italian and Greek wines, preparing your palate for our four-course dinner on board. We will spend the night at sea!
Our boat reaches Catania early in the morning. Enjoy the view from the deck before breakfast. Join an optional tour of Mt. Etna’s southern slopes, ascending to 2000 meters, with wine tasting and lunch included. Spend the afternoon at your leisure. In the evening, enjoy our Captain’s Italian Night Dinner with Italian dishes and music. The boat overnights in Catania!
Start the day with a leisurely breakfast. For assistance with airport or hotel transfers, speak with your Cruise Manager in the morning, ideally providing your preferred transfer time 24 hours in advance. Join our optional tour to explore Catania, Sicily’s second-largest city, founded by the Greeks in the 8th century B.C. at the foot of Europe's highest volcano. Enjoy free time in the afternoon to explore or have lunch on your own. Our boat departs Catania around 6 PM.
We arrive in Valetta at 7:30 am. Have a leisurely breakfast with your fellow travelers. Your Cruise Manager will be on hand to help with your pre-booked transfers.
Itineraries are subject to change.
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Category C
Category B
Category A
Category P
Owner's Suite
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Category C
Category B
Category A
Category P
Owner's Suite
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Category C
€2,800 EUR pp
Category B
€3,280 EUR pp
Category A
€3,880 EUR pp
Category P
€4,600 EUR pp
Owner's Suite
€5,400 EUR pp
Additional charges:
Port Taxes: €490 EUR
20% OFF
20% EBD or NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT until 15 July 2025 on 2026 sailings. Terms and conditions apply. This special offer is subject to availability. Please contact us for more details.
Inclusions
• Voyage on board in selected cabin category with private bathroom and air conditioning
• Tea, Filter coffee and drinking water available on board
• Half-board OR Full Board: including a Welcome Cocktail and Captain’s Dinner (destinational & ship dependant )
• English speaking cruise escort
• Use of fishing and snorkeling equipment (Masks, Fins and Snorkels), and Beach Towels
• Kayaks, Water Toys and Stand-Up Paddle Boards (subject to availability)
Exclusions
• Such personal expenses as drinks (other than included in the rate)
• Laundry
• Spa
• Boutique items
• Gratuities (gratuities are optional but as a rule, satisfied clients are expected to give to the captain, at the end of the cruise, approximately Euro 13-15 per person per day for distribution among all crew members)
• Medical expenses
• Port taxes
• Shore excursions (shore excursions are proposed and arranged on board by the tour leaders)
• Use of the on board Wi-Fi (available at a charge)
• Expenditures incurred ashore
• Anything not mentioned in cruise program.
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