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Islands of the Mediterranean: Spain to Malta

11 days
From Barcelona to Valletta
4.1
31 traveler reviews

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River Cruise
Scenic waterways and effortless exploration
Fully Guided
An experienced guide will be with you for the entire tour
Low Intensity
Travelers can expect some light physical activities
Guided in English
Group Size 30 - 182
Ages 12+
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Itinerary

  1. Day 1

    Barcelona

    Landmarks
    Barcelona
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  2. Day 2

    Mahón, Menorca

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Villages of Menorca and Caves - Explore Monte Toro, ancient Torralba monolith, Xoroi Caves entertainment venue, and Binibeca fishing village (Strenuous, 4.5 hours, extra expense, must be pre-booked)
    • Cultures of Menorca - Visit Ciutadella, Mahón's natural port, Fornells fishing village, Monte Toro Virgin Chapel, Subaida cheese farm and vineyard with tastings, and optional local gin sampling in Mahón (Easy, 4 hours, extra expense, must be pre-booked)
    Landmarks
    Monte Toro
    Torralba
    Xoroi Caves
    Binibeca
    Ciutadella
    Fornells
    Itinerary Image 1
  3. Day 3

    Bonifacio, France

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
    Landmarks
    Bonifacio Old Town
    Bonifacio Citadel
  4. Day 4

    Bonifacio to Porto Cervo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Highlights of Bonifacio with local produce tastings - Mini train ride through Bosco quarter, St. Francis convent and mariners' cemetery, panoramic views of Sardinia, Corsican Gothic St. Dominique church (built 1270), narrow medieval streets, 14th-century St. Marie Majeure church, Two Emperors Street, Place des Armes, local delicacies and Corsican wine at a wine bar (Moderate, 3.5 hours)
    Landmarks
    St. Francis Convent
    St. Dominique Church
    St. Marie Majeure Church
    Place des Armes
  5. Day 5

    Porto Cervo

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Sardinian Wine tasting - Panoramic drive to San Pantaleo village, stroll through picturesque streets, visit renowned local winery for tour and tasting of exquisite local wines, return to Porto Cervo (Moderate, 3.75 hours, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Porto Cervo Marina
    San Pantaleo
  6. Day 6

    Cagliari

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • City tour of Cagliari and Nora Archeological site - Visit imposing citadel, National Archaeology Museum, Cathedral of Santa Marta with Baroque furnishings and marble balustrades, Santa Gilla and Molentagus lagoons with flamingos, cormorants, ducks and herons, Arsenale Square, San Pancrazio Tower for panoramic vistas, Piazzetta Mundula (Moderate, 3.5 hours)
    Landmarks
    Citadel of Cagliari
    National Archaeology Museum
    Cathedral of Santa Marta
    Poetta Beach
    Molentargius-Saline Regional Park
    San Pancrazio Tower
    Piazzetta Mundula
    Nora Archeological Site
    Arsenale Square
  7. Day 7

    Trapani

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Segesta and Erice - Full-day adventure to Segesta archaeological park with remarkably preserved 5th-century BC Doric temple and ancient Greek theatre with panoramic views, continue to hilltop medieval town of Erice with cobblestone streets, ancient gates and Mediterranean vistas, traditional Sicilian lunch included, return to Trapani (Strenuous, 8 hours, extra expense)
    • Marsala, salt panes and wine tasting and Punic Warship Museum - Scenic journey along 'Salt Road' with windmills and salt mounds, Ettore Infersa salt flats with centuries-old mill, walking tour of downtown Marsala on Cape Boeo with Cathedral exterior and pre-existing Norman castle, leisure time in Marsala, wine tasting at world-renowned winery (Moderate, 5 hours, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Castello di Terra
    Palazzo della Giudecca
    Segesta Archaeological Park
    Segesta Greek Theatre
    Erice
    Marsala
    Ettore Infersa Salt Flats
  8. Day 8

    Lipari

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Volcano island tour by boat - Depart from Marina Corta, board private motorboat for scenic journey across Aeolian archipelago, explore Vulcano Island's volcanic landscape with three distinct peaks, free time to wander village with shops and cafes, panoramic return sail viewing I Faraglioni rock formations (Moderate, 3 hours, extra expense)
    • Lipari island tour and Malvasia tasting - Visit local bakery with homemade cookies and 30-minute break, journey to Quattrocchi lookout with spectacular views of Vulcano island, viewpoint overlooking Salina island, pumice stone quarries and obsidian streams, Canneto village, guided walk to Lipari Castle built by Spaniards in 16th century with Cathedral originally built by Normans and later rebuilt after pirate destruction, free time to explore (Strenuous, 3 hours, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Lipari Old Town
    Lipari Castle
    Lipari Cathedral
    Marina Corta
    Vulcano Island
    I Faraglioni
    Quattrocchi Lookout
    Salina Island
    Canneto
  9. Day 9

    Giardini Naxos

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Included Activities

    • Guided tour of Taormina - Comfortable ride through Giardini Naxos to Taormina, admire Cathedral exterior, ancient Greek Theatre ruins with Mount Etna backdrop, Palazzo Corvaia and Odeon views, leisurely walk along Corso Umberto shopping street (Moderate, 4 hours)

    Optional Activities

    • Hike to Madonna della Rocca - Scenic walk to small sanctuary 400 meters above sea level on Mount Tauro near Saracen Castle ruins, charming church built into hillside with natural rock ceiling, adjacent abandoned monastery used by Basilian monks for penance (Strenuous, 3.5 hours)
    • Mount Etna & Wine tasting - Ascend to Mt. Etna-Crater Silvestri at approximately 6400 feet above sea level, guided tour of spent craters with dramatic volcanic landscapes, descend to local winery in Sicilian countryside for exploration and tasting of diverse wine offerings (Moderate, 5 hours, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Giardini Naxos
    Mount Etna
    Taormina
    Taormina Cathedral
    Greek Theatre of Taormina
    Palazzo Corvaia
    Odeon
    Corso Umberto
    Madonna della Rocca
    Mount Tauro
    Saracen Castle
    Mt. Etna-Crater Silvestri
  10. Day 10

    Syracuse

    Meals
    Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

    Optional Activities

    • Noto, the Baroque Jewel of Sicily and cannoli tasting - Scenic 45-minute drive to UNESCO World Heritage Site, walk through Porta Nazionale into golden stone city with ornate facades, marvel at 18th-century cathedral, Archbishop's Palace and elegant Villadorata Palace, learn how town rose from 1693 earthquake rubble, tasting of traditional Sicilian cannolo at famed Caffè Sicilia, free time to explore and shop (Moderate, 4 hours, extra expense)
    • Ortigia and local produce tasting - Guided walking tour of Ortigia island district, Apollo's Temple ruins in Pancali Square, elegant Corso Matteotti and lively Archimede Square, Cathedral Square and stunning Arethusa Fountain overlooking bay, visit vibrant local market with regional specialties tasting at traditional dairy, return to pier with guide or continue exploring (Moderate, 3 hours, extra expense)
    Landmarks
    Ortygia Island
    Syracuse Cathedral
    Arethusa Fountain
    Noto
    Noto Cathedral
    Archbishop's Palace
    Villadorata Palace
    Porta Nazionale
    Pancali Square
    Apollo's Temple
    Corso Matteotti
    Archimede Square
    Cathedral Square
  11. Day 11

    Valletta

    Meals
    Breakfast
    Landmarks
    Valletta

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Rating
4.1(31 reviews)
Response time
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Response rate
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Cancellation policy

Emerald Cruises Ship

  • Emerald Sakara
    Emerald Sakara
    Reaching an impressive 110 metres in length, our spectacular luxury yachts will exceed your ocean cruising expectations An abundance of spac… Read more
    Capacity
    Capacity
    Built
    2023
    Built
    2023
    Guests
    100
    Guests
    100
    Crew
    68
    Crew
    68
    Length
    110 metres / 360.9 feet
    Length
    110 metres / 360.9 feet
    Width
    Width
    Suites
    Suites
    Staterooms
    Staterooms
    Registry
    Registry
    Gross Tonnage
    5300 gt
    Gross Tonnage
    5300 gt
    Electricity
    Electricity
    Beam
    Beam
    Cruising Speed
    22 kn / 41 kph / 25 mph
    Cruising Speed
    22 kn / 41 kph / 25 mph
    Generators
    Generators
    Engines
    Engines
    Draft
    Draft
    Cabin
    Cabin
    50
    Deck
    Deck
    Deck with Cabins
    Deck with Cabins

Reviews from other tours by Emerald Cruises

  • Dirk
    July 7th, 2022
    It was a great trip with beautiful views , good excursions and excellent meals . The locks in the river were...
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  • Joe
    September 27th, 2019
    The perfect balance of activity and relaxation!
  • Suzanne
    June 22nd, 2019
    Traveling with the Brits and Aussies was fun and there were not too many other Americans on the trip. The food was...
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Tour ID: 284123

  • Currency
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    France, Italy and Spain
  • Plugs & Adapters

    As a traveler from USA, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, South Africa you will need an adaptor for types L, G. As a traveler from England you will need an adaptor for type L.

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    Malta
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    • Hepatitis B - Recommended for Spain. Ideally 2 months before travel.
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    • For any tour departing before August 5th, 2026 a full payment is necessary. For tours departing after August 5th, 2026, a minimum payment of 100% is required to confirm your booking with Emerald Cruises. The final payment will be automatically charged to your credit card on the designated due date. The final payment of the remaining balance is required at least 95 days prior to the departure date of your tour. TourRadar never charges you a booking fee and will charge you in the stated currency.
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