Rome
Rome 06/06/2025
Arrive Rome
Tour begins: 6 PM, Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome or Sina Bernini Bristol Rome. A transfer is included upon your arrival from Rome's Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino airport to the Anantara Palazzo Naiadi Rome or Sina Bernini Bristol Rome, ideally located in the heart of the city, close to must-see sights. Join us for a welcome reception and dinner at your hotel tonight.
Dinner
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Rome
Rome 06/07/2025
Walking tour of Rome's famed squares & lunch at a local restaurant
Join a local guide this morning for a guided walking tour of Rome's famous squares, including 18th-century Trevi Fountain, erected on the site of an ancient Roman water source; the Pantheon, dating to 27 BC; and Piazza Navona, built on the site of the 1st century Stadium of Domitian, followed by lunch at a local restaurant. The remainder of the day is free for you to experience Rome as you like.
Breakfast, Lunch
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06/07/2025 |
06/07/2025 |
Rome
Rome 06/08/2025
Inside the Colosseum and Roman Forum & a bullet train to Naples to embark
Enjoy a guided visit to the Colosseum this morning, going inside the 50,000 seat ancient amphitheater to see where gladiators battled and condemned prisoners fought off wild beasts in front of cheering or jeering crowds. Continue on to the Roman Forum for a guided walk past temple ruins and monuments that speak to the glory days of the Roman Empire, followed by lnch at a typical trattoria. It's all aboard a high-speed train this afternoon bound for Naples, where your ship awaits your arrival. Have dinner onboard at your leisure as your ship sets sail for the Amalfi Coast.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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06/08/2025 |
06/08/2025 |
Rome (Civitavecchia)
Rome (Civitavecchia) 06/08/2025
Inside the Colosseum and Roman Forum & a bullet train to Naples to embark
Enjoy a guided visit to the Colosseum this morning, going inside the 50,000 seat ancient amphitheater to see where gladiators battled and condemned prisoners fought off wild beasts in front of cheering or jeering crowds. Continue on to the Roman Forum for a guided walk past temple ruins and monuments that speak to the glory days of the Roman Empire, followed by lnch at a typical trattoria. It's all aboard a high-speed train this afternoon bound for Naples, where your ship awaits your arrival. Have dinner onboard at your leisure as your ship sets sail for the Amalfi Coast.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Civitavecchia: Imperial Rome & The Vatican City - 8 hours
Your driver will meet you at Civitavecchia today to transfer into Rome where you will be met by your expert local guide.
Begin your tour with a visit to the imposing Colosseum. Commissioned by Emperor Vespasian, the stadium could accommodate up to 50,000 spectators who came to view the gladiatorial battles that lasted up to 100 days! Adjacent is the Arc of Constantine which, dating from AD 315, is a forerunner to many other Triumphal Arches around the world. Possibly even more impressive are the excavations of the vast Roman Forum where the remains of temples, streetscapes, palaces and homes can be found.
After lunch, travel across the Tiber River to the Vatican City. Visit the Vatican Museums, part of the Papal Residence which is estimated to contain 1400 rooms, chapels and galleries. The Museums contain an extraordinarily rich collection of precious arts, maps, sculptures and antiquities but surely the most breath-taking masterpiece is Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel. At the centre of the Vatican lies the vast Basilica of St. Paul, the world’s largest church where the colourfully dressed Swiss Guard can be found. The present Cathedral is a beautiful mix of Renaissance and Baroque architecture, formed under the hands of masters such as Michelangelo. The stunning interior is an elaborate and detailed display of marble, mosaic, gilt and bronze.
Your tour includes express entry to the Vatican Museums, past the regular lines. The Vatican requires visitors to cover upper arms and legs to below the knee.
Highlights:
- Tour some of Rome's most iconic sites including the Colosseum and the Roman Forum
- Explore the impressive museum collections in the Vatican City and the breath-taking masterpiece that is Michelangelo's frescoed ceiling in the Sistine Chapel
- Spend time in the Basilica of St. Paul, the largest church in the world
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
- An expert English-speaking guide in Rome (6 hours)
- Entrance fees to Colosseum, Imperial Forum and Vatican Museums
- All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Civitavecchia: Rome for Repeat Visitors - 8 hours
A tour designed for those who have visited Rome before, but would like to discover more of this fascinating city. Your driver will meet you at the port and bring you into Rome where your expert guide will be waiting for you.
Take a journey back in time at the church of San Clemente as you descend down three levels and through two thousand years of history. The medieval church was built over the remains of a 4th-century basilica which, in its turn, covers older buildings from the time of the emperor Nero and a sanctuary dedicated to the oriental divinity Mithras.
In the afternoon discover how Rome evolved through the 18th-century and visit the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, a majestic royal residence of one of Rome’s most illustrious families. Believed to be the largest privately owned Palace in Rome, the Doria Pamphilj’s vast private art collection is still held here.
Your guide will also be delighted to make additional suggestions for your tour depending on your own personal interests. Alternatively, you may like to revisit some of your favourite places from your previous visit to Rome.
Highlights:
- Visit the church of San Clemente and discover its fascinating history
- Explore the Palazzo Doria Pamphilj, a majestic royal residence of one of Rome’s most illustrious families, which houses a vast private art collection
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
- An expert English-speaking guide in Rome (6 hours)
- Entrance fees to San Clemente and Doria Pamphilij
- All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Civitavecchia: Gastronomic Rome and Time at Leisure - 8 hours
Travel with your driver to Rome this morning to meet a food expert for a gastronomic walking tour of the Trastevere District, so called because it lies across the River Tiber. Trastevere was once the bohemian quarter of Rome and still retains its arty edge today. Explore the bustling market and ancient maze of streets whilst discovering the essence of Italy’s best loved food with tastings of gelato, Sicilian pastries, Jewish delicacies, meats and wine.
The remainder of the day can be spent as you wish, your vehicle and driver will remain at your disposal in Rome before returning you to Civitavecchia.
Highlights:
- Uncover Rome's bohemian quarter, along with tastings of Italy's best loved delicacies
- Car and driver at your disposal to discover Rome
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/ Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Low
Inclusions:
- Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
- An expert local guide (3 hours)
- Entrance fees
- All taxes
- Food and wine tastings
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Civitavecchia: Museums of Rome - Capitoline and Borghese - 8 hours
Your driver will meet you at the port and bring you into Rome where your expert guide will meet you. Begin your tour on Capitoline Hill and visit one of the oldest museum complexes in the world; the Capitoline Museums, originally founded by Pope Sixtus IV in 1471. Capitoline Hill has been a seat of religious or political power throughout the centuries, making it the most important of the “seven hills” of Rome. It was here that the most important temple in town, dedicated to Jupiter, the king of the gods, was built. See the ruins of the Temple of Jupiter and marvel at the magnificent bronze equestrian statue of Marcus Aurelius at Campidoglio Square.
Afterwards, explore the museums, extended over two buildings; the Palazzo dei Conservatori, where you can view splendid frescoes portraying the history of Rome and the Pinacoteca (Picture gallery), and Palazzo Nuovo, where you can admire the wonderful sculptures. Finally visit the ancient Tabularium whose monumental arches overlook the Forum.
Continue up along the Via Veneto to the elegant Villa Borghese, accompanied by your local expert guide and private vehicle. Surrounded by a leafy parkland, the villa was originally designed as a palace of pleasure and entertainment to house Cardinal Scipione Borghese’s incredible collection of antiquities, paintings and custom pieces. Today the collections of sculpture and paintings are among the most important in Italy. Admire the stunning Caravaggio canvases, Titian's enigmatic ‘Sacred and Profane Love’ and the striking sculptures by Bernini and Canova during this fabulous visit. Return to Civitavecchia from here.
Highlights:
- Travel out to Capitoline Hill and visit one of the oldest museum complexes in the world
- Visit Villa Borghese, home to a collection of sculptures and paintings that are among the most important in Italy
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
- An expert English-speaking guide in Rome (6 hours)
- Entrance fees to the Capitoline Museums and Villa Borghese
- All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Rome and the Vatican City: 8-9 hours
Full day in the Eternal city of Rome and the Vatican City
Highlights:
- Great way to see major sites of Rome in a day
- Major sites covered such as the Coliseum, Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and the Vatican city
- Reservations for the Vatican museum - no waiting
*A strict dress code is enforced in St. Peter's Basilica, so please do not wear shorts, sleeveless tops, skirts above the knee, or revealing clothing.
Tour duration: 8 to 9 hours
Wheelchair accessible
Physical activity : moderate with a fair amount of walking
Inclusions:
- Deluxe car or van and private English speaking guide for the day
- Entrance tickets
- Clients are picked up and dropped off at the Port
Exclusions:
- Meals not included
- Gratuities
- Items of personal nature
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Cruise Starts (Embarkation)
Cruise Starts (Embarkation) 06/08/2025
Inside the Colosseum and Roman Forum & a bullet train to Naples to embark
Enjoy a guided visit to the Colosseum this morning, going inside the 50,000 seat ancient amphitheater to see where gladiators battled and condemned prisoners fought off wild beasts in front of cheering or jeering crowds. Continue on to the Roman Forum for a guided walk past temple ruins and monuments that speak to the glory days of the Roman Empire, followed by lnch at a typical trattoria. It's all aboard a high-speed train this afternoon bound for Naples, where your ship awaits your arrival. Have dinner onboard at your leisure as your ship sets sail for the Amalfi Coast.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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06/08/2025 |
Amalfi Coast
Amalfi Coast 06/09/2025
Along the awe-inspiring Amalfi Coast
Wake up to one of the most magnificent shorelines in the Mediterranean Sea in Amalfi; 34 miles along the Amalfi Coast have been designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site and are a perfect example of a Mediterranean landscape with a scenery of great cultural and natural value. Ride a tender ashore as you choose the excursion that interests you most. Join a local guide for a walking tour of lemon-scented Amalfi, Italy's oldest maritime republic, that includes a visit to 9th-century St. Andrew's Cathedral in the Piazza del Duomo and a scenic cruise along the Amalfi Coast. Or, board a motorboat for a cruise along the coast to the seaside village of Cetara where a walking tour and tuna tasting offer a glimpse of daily life here. If you want to discover the views of sea and scenery from on high, drive up winding narrow roads on a minibus to Ravello, where a guided walking tour sees the Duomo and visits Villa Rufolo and the beautiful gardens that inspired composer Richard Wagner. Should an afternoon excursion be more to your liking, you may opt for a drive along the incomparable Amalfi Coast to the mountain town of Tramonti for a wine tasting at historic Apicella Winery.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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06/09/2025 |
06/09/2025 |
Trapani
Trapani 06/10/2025
A taste of Sicily from Trapani
Dock in Trapani on the west coast of Sicily, where its historic old town, once an important trade center and today a fishing and ferry port, hugs the crescent-shaped shoreline with a maze of medieval streets and squares. Enjoy a choice of shore excursions today. You can embark on a guided tour of the archaeological ruins at nearby Segesta, a walking tour of medieval Erice with a taste of traditional almond pastries and lunch in the village and a cable car ride back to Trapani. Or, you may wish to take a cable car ride and tour of Erice, highlighted by a fish couscous cooking class to learn the secrets of Trapani's most famous dish. Choose to explore the region's salt pans and the town of Marsala, where salt and wine tastings celebrate local specialties, and natural wonders include beautiful birds and migrating flamingoes. Or, drive to Marsala for a guided walking tour, a museum visit to see an ancient Roman ship, a unique fish tasting lunch hosted by a fish monger and a Marsala wine tasting at a local winery. Enjoy time at leisure this afternoon and chart a course for Palermo tonight.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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06/10/2025 |
06/10/2025 |
Palermo
Palermo 06/11/2025
Palermo & a private palazzo
Dock in Palermo, the cultural capital of Sicily, for a choice of three excursions that provide in-depth insights into the anti-Mafia movement, its noble residences, cathedrals and historic squares. Our no-mafia themed walking tour is guided by locals who enlighten with expert knowledge about the notorious Sicilian mob beyond the "Godfather" myths. See the exterior of Teatro Massimo, the open-air market Il Capo, the Cathedral, City Hall and Piazza Pretoria. View shops and taste Sicilian specialties along the way. Your other walking excursion choices are culturally inspired with guided exploration of landmark sites along the Corso Vittorio Emanuele, splendid piazzas, the Cathedral and Capo Market, including special visits to either sumptuous Palazzo Gangi, made famous in 1963 by the Burt Lancaster / Alain Delon film, The Leopard, and still owned by the Valguarnera family, or lavish Palazzo Mazzarino, still inhabited by its aristocratic owners. Both palaces are privately owned, exquisitely decorated and opened exclusively for Tauck. Spend time at leisure and have dinner onboard. Your ship sets sail for Taormina this evening.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Palermo and Monreale - 8 hours
Spend a full day in the capital of Palermo and Monreale.
Added value:
- Visit of Piazza Pretoria-Quattro Canti-Norman Palace and Monreale
- Visit of Palermos famous food market Vucciria
- Time for shopping
Tour duration: 8 hours
Wheelchair accessible
Physical activity: Moderate with a fair amount of walking
Included:
- Private sedan or van and English speaking guide for the day
- Clients are picked up and dropped off at the Port
Not included: meals
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06/11/2025 |
Taormina (Giardini Naxos)
Taormina (Giardini Naxos) 06/12/2025
Taormina, Mt. Etna or "The Godfather's" villa
Tender ashore in Giardini Naxos for a choice of three excursions today. Choose to ride up to Taormina on a mini bus for a guided walk to the along its cobblestone streets to visit the courtyard of 15th-century Palazzo Corvaja and the 2nd-century Teatro Greco, built by the Greeks and remodeled by the Romans. Enjoy time to stroll along the famous Corso Umberto before driving to a family-owned winery on the slopes of volcanic Mt. Etna for lunch, wine tasting and breathtaking views. Alternately, experience a closer look at Mt. Etna on an adventurous excursion that passes through local villages near the slopes of the volcano to the Sapienza Refuge for a cable car ride, before boarding specially built UNIMOG vehicles driven by expert mountaineer guides up to the top of the volcano, 9,500 feet above sea level. Learn more about this hot-headed crater and its historic lava flows when you view them up close with guides who lead the way, before lunch at a local restaurant near the crater. Or, choose to visit Schiavi Castle, the private villa that was used as the setting for Michael Corleone's exile to Sicily in the epic film, The Godfather, and enjoy personal stories about the movie filming by the Baron himself. A boat ride follows for a scenic cruise along the coast to Isola Bella, with a prosecco and cannoli tasting onboard. Everyone returns to the ship for a presentation by a volcanologist and dinner onboard at leisure.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Private Excursions
Avoid the crowds and hustle and bustle associated with a group activity. For a memorable trip ashore, we invite you to consider a private shore excursion. Enjoy the undivided attention of your own driver/guide and the flexibility of experiencing the aspects of the local culture that most interest you. Below are just some samples of the private shore excursions we can arrange for you. Let us personalize your experience!
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Giardini Naxos: Greek Taormina Walking Tour - 3 hours
Meet your expert local guide today for the ascent up to the wonderful town of Taormina which has overlooked Mount Etna since Greek times. Perched atop a high cliff, Taormina seems to float above the azure waters of the Bay of Naxos. The air in Sicily’s most glamorous spot is perfumed with the scent of orange and lemon blossom, and here you’ll find narrow streets full of local colours and flavour.
Explore this little corner of paradise today with your guide. A stroll through Taormina’s main street, Corso Umberto, reveals numerous chic stores and a wealth of historic interest. Visit the Greek Theatre, whose unparalleled position offers spectacular views of Mt. Etna and the surrounding landscape.
Highlights:
- Take in the incredible views from the town of Taormina, which overlooks the Bay of Naxos
- Wonder through Taormina's charming streets and visit the Greek Theatre
Tour Duration: 3 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning/Afternoon
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Luxury car or minivan transfers between Giardini Naxos and Taormina
- An expert English-speaking guide throughout (3 hours)
- Entrance fees to the Greek Theatre
- All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Giardini Naxos: Syracuse & Ortigia Island - 8 hours
The city of Syracuse, birthplace of Archimedes, was once described by Cicero as: "the greatest Greek city and the most beautiful of them all." What began as a small Greek outpost would eventually become one of the most prosperous and powerful states in the entire ancient world.
From here take a short drive to the Neapolis to visit the Greek theatre, one of the most important examples of ancient theatre architecture in the world and once the centre of Siracusan life. Testament to its stature, it is said that famous Greek playwright Aeschylus once premiered works here. Sights also include the Roman Amphitheatre and the Latonia del Paradiso, the impressive ancient stone quarries and caves - the most famous of which was named "the Ear of Dionysius" by Caravaggio for its peculiar acoustic qualities.
A highlight of your day will be exploring the island of Ortigia, one of Sicily's most picture-perfect destinations and known for its beautiful white baroque architecture and the 5th century BC Temple of Athena.
Highlights:
- Explore the beautiful city of Syracuse
- Visit the Greek theatre at Neapolis, one of the most important examples of ancient theatre architecture in the world
- Discover the charming island of Ortigia
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour Can Operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Light
Inclusions:
- Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
- An expert English-speaking guide throughout (8 hours)
- Entrance fees to the Neopolis Site
- All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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Giardini Naxos: Catania and Piazza Armerina - 8 hours
Enjoy two sides of Sicily today: modern life and ancient history. First stop of the day is the city of Catania, which sits at the foot of Mount Etna. Discover the very vibrant morning fish market and the many baroque buildings in the city built using the lava stones of Etna.
From here, continue into the beautiful, rural landscapes of central Sicily and the town of Piazza Armerina. Here you will visit the site of Villa Romana del Casale, considered to be one of the finest examples of aristocratic dwellings from the Western Roman Empire, both in terms of beauty and complexity. While little remains of the structure today, an unparalleled series of mosaics depict scenes from mythology, hunting and Roman domestic lifestyle in exquisite detail.
Highlights:
- Explore the city of Catania,including the morning fish market and the many buildings in the city built using the lava stones of Etna.
- Explore central Sicily and the town of Piazza Armerina, where you will visit the site of Villa Romana del Casale
Tour Duration: 8 hours
Tour can Operate: Morning
Wheelchair Accessible: Please enquire for more information
Physical Activity Level: Low
Inclusions:
- Luxury car or minivan at your disposal during the tour
- An expert English-speaking guide throughout (8 hours)
- Entrance fees to the Villa Romana del Casale
- All taxes
Exclusions:
- All cruise travel, personal items, meals and associated costs
- Gratuities
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06/12/2025 |
Siracusa
Siracusa 06/13/2025
Siracusa, Sicily – as you choose
Arrive in Siracusa this morning for a day of sightseeing choices that indulge your interests in history, palace life, wine tasting and more. With its rich Greek and Roman history, culture, amphitheaters, architecture, and renown as the birthplace and home of Archimedes, Siracusa is a delight to explore. Join an expert guide for a tour of the Archaeological Park. Visit the Greek Theatre and the Latomia del Paradiso before a walking tour in Ortigia to see the 6th-century Temple of Apollo and the Baroque-style Duomo. Or, drive through the countryside, passing villages and almond groves as you make your way to Noto, home to the best examples of Sicilian Baroque architecture on the island. This UNESCO designated World Heritage Site features handsome palaces, churches and other Baroque monuments which line the streets. Upon arrival, head for the private Palazzo Castelluccio where you'll enjoy a tour of this historic home before spending free time in town. Wine aficionados may want to take an excursion to Pupillo Winery near the town of Noto for a tour and tasting of locally produced wines. For a more active adventure, join our local guide for a sightseeing bicycle ride in and around Ortigia, seeing the Temple of Apollo, Palazzo Greco, Cathedral Square and more. After spending the afternoon at leisure in Ortigia, return to the ship for dinner and set sail for the island of Gozo in Malta.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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06/13/2025 |
06/13/2025 |
Gozo
Gozo 06/14/2025
Gozo's mysterious archaeological treasures & a Blue Lagoon
Steeped in myth and immersed in natural beauty, the island of Gozo is a hidden gem of the Mediterranean with historic towns and a striking coastline. Experience its treasures on a guided visit to the Ggantija Temples, designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Among the world's oldest free-standing structures, they date back 5,000 years, predating the Egyptian pyramids and England's Stonehenge. Sightseeing continues with a choice of shore excursions that you let you explore the island's gems your way. Embark on a panoramic drive around the island, stopping to learn about the importance of the salt pans to the locals before a cruise aboard a small wooden motorboat through a sea cave and along the crystal blue waters of the coast, weather permitting, with lunch in a local restaurant. Or, venture to the nearby island of Comino aboard a two-masted sailboat to the Blue Lagoon, where brilliant turquoise waters invite you in for a swim and lunch is served onboard. Everyone enjoys time at leisure in the rural village of Mgarr before returning to the ship for the captain's farewell dinner.
Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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06/14/2025 |
06/14/2025 |
Valletta
Valletta 06/15/2025
Discover Valletta, past and present
Disembark ship in Valletta, the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s by the Knights of St. John and today is known for its museums, lavish palaces and grand churches. Enjoy a filmed introduction to this historic city during a visit to the Malta Experience, before a guided walking tour. Step inside the Baroque-style St. John's Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece The Beheading of Saint John, and meet a knight of Malta on a tour of his family's elegant private residence, Casa Rocca Piccola, built in the 16th century. After lunch at a local restaurant serving Maltese favorites, drive to your hotel in St. Julian's to experience the sights and dine as you like.
Breakfast, Lunch
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06/15/2025 |
06/15/2025 |
Cruise Ends (Debarkation)
Cruise Ends (Debarkation) 06/15/2025
Discover Valletta, past and present
Disembark ship in Valletta, the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s by the Knights of St. John and today is known for its museums, lavish palaces and grand churches. Enjoy a filmed introduction to this historic city during a visit to the Malta Experience, before a guided walking tour. Step inside the Baroque-style St. John's Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece The Beheading of Saint John, and meet a knight of Malta on a tour of his family's elegant private residence, Casa Rocca Piccola, built in the 16th century. After lunch at a local restaurant serving Maltese favorites, drive to your hotel in St. Julian's to experience the sights and dine as you like.
Breakfast, Lunch
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06/15/2025 |
06/15/2025 |
Malta
Malta 06/15/2025
Discover Valletta, past and present
Disembark ship in Valletta, the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s by the Knights of St. John and today is known for its museums, lavish palaces and grand churches. Enjoy a filmed introduction to this historic city during a visit to the Malta Experience, before a guided walking tour. Step inside the Baroque-style St. John's Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece The Beheading of Saint John, and meet a knight of Malta on a tour of his family's elegant private residence, Casa Rocca Piccola, built in the 16th century. After lunch at a local restaurant serving Maltese favorites, drive to your hotel in St. Julian's to experience the sights and dine as you like.
Breakfast, Lunch
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06/15/2025 |
06/15/2025 |
Mdina
Mdina 06/16/2025
Medieval Mdina and a farewell dinner to remember
Enjoy a full day of sightseeing today, beginning with a locally guided walking tour of Malta's old capital of Mdina, richly preserved and chronicling a history that dates back some 4,000 years. Step back in time within its medieval walls as you view its stunning Baroque architecture, passing nobles' homes and palaces lining its narrow streets. Visit nearby Mosta Rotunda, topped by the fourth largest dome in the world, to learn more about the miracle that occurred here during World War II when a bomb pierced the dome, landed on the church floor and slid across the floor without exploding. The "Miracle Church" was crowded when the bomb hit and all inside were spared. Drive back to Valletta this afternoon for time at leisure and join us tonight for a very special farewell dinner at the historic La Sacra Infermeria, once the hospital of the Order of the Knights of St. John, where views of the harbor and a history of hospitality await.
Breakfast, Dinner
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06/16/2025 |
06/16/2025 |
Malta
Malta 06/17/2025
Journey home
Tour ends: Malta. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from the Marriott Malta Hotel & Spa or Westin Dragonara Malta to Malta's Luqa International Airport; you should allow a minimum of three hours for flight check-in at the airport.
Breakfast
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06/17/2025 |
06/17/2025 |
