Itinerary
- Day 1
Nice
You'll land in Nice and get transferred to your Emerald Cruises yacht, which serves as your home for the next two weeks sailing the Western Mediterranean. After settling in, take time to get comfortable with the ship and meet the crew before you set sail.
Landmarks Nice 
- Day 2
Santa Margherita Ligure - Portofino
The yacht heads to Santa Margherita Ligure, where you can walk along the promenade and check out the pebbly beach. Later you'll sail to Portofino, known for its pastel-colored houses and excellent seafood restaurants right along the harbor.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Stroll Santa Margherita promenade and pebbly beachfront
- Visit Baroque-era church
- Sample local red shrimps at restaurants
Landmarks Santa Margherita Ligure Portofino - Day 3
Porto Venere
Porto Venere is your next stop, an ancient UNESCO World Heritage site on Italy's northwest coast. You'll see the striking Gothic Church of St. Peter from the 12th century, which sits on a rocky headland with sea views all around it.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Church of St. Peter
- Explore swimming spots
- Walk through ancient streets
Landmarks Porto Venere Church of St. Peter 
- Day 4
Calvi
Corsica's Calvi greets you with a crescent-shaped bay and white sand beaches. The town's known as Corsica's cultural hub, hosting summer music festivals and offering plenty to explore both in nature and local culture.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Relax on Calvi's crescent beach
- Explore the town
- Visit summer music festivals (if operating)
Landmarks Calvi - Day 5
Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez on the Côte d'Azur is next, famous for its celebrity appeal since the 1950s. You'll find white sand beaches, beach clubs, and luxury shopping. Check out the Musée d'Histoire Maritime or the Annonciade museum if you want some cultural time.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Musée d'Histoire Maritime
- Explore Annonciade (modern art in former chapel)
- Stroll the marina
- Enjoy beach clubs and dining
Landmarks Saint-Tropez Musée d'Histoire Maritime Annonciade - Day 6
Sanary-sur-Mer
Sanary-sur-Mer sits along the Côte d'Azur with colorful fishing boats and pastel houses throughout town. The daily market here's noted as one of France's best, and you should try the traditional wood-fired 'cade' pancakes while you're there.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Walk through the daily market
- Sample traditional 'cade' pancakes
- Explore the harbour and waterfront
Landmarks Sanary-sur-Mer - Day 7
Roses
Spain's Costa Brava brings you to Roses, a fishing village where mountains meet the sea. The local specialty here is 'Suquet de Peix', a hearty fish soup that's worth trying, and fresh seafood appears on menus throughout the town.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Sample local seafood specialty 'Suquet de Peix'
- Explore the fishing village
- Walk along the beachfront
Landmarks Roses - Day 8
Roses to Barcelona
Barcelona fills your morning with world-famous art and architecture in Catalonia's capital. After exploring the city's highlights, you'll return to the yacht by afternoon to prepare for the second half of your Mediterranean journey.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Barcelona's art and architecture
Landmarks Barcelona 
- Day 9
Mallorca
Mallorca in the Balearic Islands gives you several options. Palma de Mallorca has a grand Gothic cathedral and medieval streets to explore, or head to the village of Valldemossa or find unspoilt beaches depending on your mood.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Palma de Mallorca cathedral
- Walk medieval streets with aristocratic townhouses
- Visit Valldemossa village
- Explore beaches and natural areas
Landmarks Palma de Mallorca Valldemossa 
- Day 10
Menorca
Menorca's the quietest island in the Balearics, and you'll explore its capital Mahón on the east coast. The city sits on the Mediterranean's largest natural harbor and shows off Georgian architecture from when the British were here, plus prehistoric sites and whitewashed villages.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Mahón and naval buildings
- Visit Georgian townhouses
- Discover prehistoric structures
- Explore whitewashed villages and farmland
Landmarks Mahón - Day 11
At Sea
Today's a day at sea aboard the yacht, so you can relax and use the onboard amenities. The infinity pool, Sky Deck with panoramic views, and Observation Lounge are all at your disposal, and spa treatments are available if you want one.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Included Activities
- Use infinity-style pool
- Access Sky Deck with panoramic views
- Use Observation Lounge
Optional Activities
- Book spa treatment (additional cost)
- Day 12
Cagliari
You'll wake early as Cagliari comes into view, Sardinia's historic capital arriving by sea. The hilltop citadel of Il Castello dominates the skyline, and you can visit Italy's longest beach at Poetta or spot pink flamingos at Molentargius-Saline Regional Park.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit Il Castello citadel
- Relax on Poetta Beach
- Explore Molentargius-Saline Regional Park
- Sample local dishes like malloreddus and porceddu
Landmarks Cagliari Il Castello Poetta Beach Molentargius-Saline Regional Park 
- Day 13
Tunis
The yacht crosses to North Africa, arriving in Tunis, Tunisia's capital and a cultural crossroads for thousands of years. The UNESCO-listed Medina has winding alleyways, souks, historic mosques, and palaces to see, and the legendary ruins of Carthage are nearby.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore UNESCO World Heritage Medina
- Browse bustling souks
- Visit historic mosques
- Visit Carthage ruins
Landmarks Tunis Medina of Tunis Carthage 
- Day 14
Porto Empedocle
Back to Italy and Sicily, Porto Empedocle was once a quiet fishing village but now functions as a bustling resort town with golden beaches. Walk the lively Via Roma waterfront, watch ferries heading to the Pelegai Islands, and check out the historic Carlo V Tower.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Stroll Via Roma waterfront
- Watch ferries to Pelegai Islands
- Visit Carlo V Tower
Landmarks Porto Empedocle Carlo V Tower - Day 15
Valletta
Valletta, Malta's capital and the EU's smallest city at just over half a square kilometer, showcases Baroque architecture built by the Knights of St John in the 16th century. The well-preserved buildings, ornate churches, and fortifications overlook the Mediterranean.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore Baroque buildings and churches
- Tour fortifications
- Visit markets and festivals
Landmarks Valletta - Day 16
Giardini Naxos
Giardini Naxos on Sicily's eastern coast offers stunning views of the Ionian Sea and Mount Etna looming in the distance. Sandy beaches and a vibrant waterfront promenade make it a gateway to Taormina, known for luxury hotels and ancient Greek and Roman sites.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Relax on sandy beaches
- Explore waterfront promenade
- Visit Taormina
- Explore archaeological sites
Landmarks Giardini Naxos Mount Etna Taormina 
- Day 17
Sorrento
Sorrento sits dramatically on cliffs above the Bay of Naples with Mount Vesuvius visible across the water. You'll find elegant Italian villas, fine dining restaurants, fragrant lemon groves, and the historic center selling locally-made ceramics and limoncello.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Explore narrow historic streets
- Visit Villa Pollio ruins
- Explore Museo Correale di Terranova
- Visit grand cathedrals and palazzos
- Sit in cafes overlooking the bay
Landmarks Sorrento Mount Vesuvius Villa Pollio Museo Correale di Terranova 
- Day 18
Ischia
Ischia, an island off Naples, draws visitors for its volcanic thermal waters known for their curative properties. The northern part of the island offers natural thermal springs, historic spas, and modern wellness retreats set in picturesque surroundings.
- Meals
- Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Optional Activities
- Visit thermal springs
- Visit spas and wellness centres
- Explore the island
Landmarks Ischia - Day 19
Civitavecchia
Your yacht returns to Italian shores and ends in Civitavecchia, Rome's main seaport. From here you'll be transferred to the airport for your flight home or to continue your travels elsewhere.
- Meals
- Breakfast
Landmarks Civitavecchia
