Treasures of The Mediterranean
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Adventure Travel; Amalfi Coast; Corsica; Discovery; Elba; Malta; Provence; Sicily; World Discovery;
This Mediterranean sea cruise takes in Provence, the French Riviera, Italy's Amalfi Coast, and remote Mediterranean islands by land and yacht. Prepare for sheer enchantment (and lots of walking) in Provence, where sights include a hilltop citadel, charming Aix-en-Provence, Avignon's Palace of Popes, a Roman aqueduct, and legendary wineries. Experience ...
Read Full Description- Destination:
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Aix-en-Provence, France; Arles, France; Marseille, France; Monte Carlo, Monaco; Nice, France; Valletta, Malta
- Trip Length:
- 13 days
- Price Range:
- From $6000 to $7000 per person See what this includes and what this excludes
- Best Time to Go:
- May, June, July, August, September
- Recommended for:
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(15-17), (18-24), (25-30), (31-35), (36-40), (41-50), (51-55)
Adventure-seeker
Family Trip, Group Retreat, Trip Around the World
Detailed Trip Description
This Mediterranean sea cruise takes in Provence, the French Riviera, Italy's Amalfi Coast, and remote Mediterranean islands by land and yacht. Prepare for sheer enchantment (and lots of walking) in Provence, where sights include a hilltop citadel, charming Aix-en-Provence, Avignon's Palace of Popes, a Roman aqueduct, and legendary wineries. Experience Monte-Carlo, and board your 60-passenger motor-sailing yacht to discover the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Stromboli, Corsica, Sicily, and Malta. See fortified medieval towns, ornate cathedrals, ancient castles, and the incredible cliff-side drive along the Amalfi Coast. Feel like a jetsetter pulling into ports aboard Le Ponant, designed to access the small harbors and remote destinations that large ships can't maneuver.
Trip Itinerary
Day 1 - Marseille, France
Arrive Marseille / Arles
Hotels
Tour begins: 6:30 PM. A transfer is included from the Marseille-Provence Int’l Airport to the Hotel in the Provençal town of Arles.
Join us for tonight’s welcome reception and dinner. Meals D
Day 2 - Arles, France
Discover Provence.
Sightseeing
A walking tour of Arles, inspiration for many works by Vincent Van Gogh, includes the Roman Arena and the cloisters at St-Trophime. Travel to the Pont du Gard to see the aqueduct spanning the Gardon River, then on to Avignon and the Palace of the Popes. A visit to the wine region of Châteauneuf-du-Pape precedes an evening of local wine and food, served as heavy hors d’oeuvres. Meals BD
Day 3 - Aix-en-Provence, France
Citadel of Les Baux / Aix-en-Provence
Sightseeing
See the Van Gogh Bridge, then visit the medieval Citadel of Les Baux. Travel to the ancient Roman town of Aix-en-Provence, today a chic spa town, boasting grand architecture and beautiful fountains. Note: Sightseeing in the Citadel of Les Baux, and most sites visited in Provence, involves significant walking; these venues are not accessible to vehicles. Meals BD
Day 4 - Monte Carlo, Monaco
Monte-Carlo Diversions
Sightseeing
Journey to Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a medieval town that once guarded the Var Frontier, and continue on to Monaco. The afternoon and evening are free to spend at your leisure – your hotel is close to the Monte-Carlo Casino. Meals B
Day 5 - Nice, France
Discover Nice / Embark Ship
Sightseeing
Journey to Nice for a brief tour of the city and several hours of free time.
Sea Cruises
Board the sporty yacht Le Ponant for your 7-night cruise in the Mediterranean. Meals BD
Day 6 - At Sea
Island of Elba
Sightseeing
Drop anchor in the secluded harbor of Porto Azzurro, Elba, this morning for a visit to the Palazzina dei Mulini; Napoleon and his sister lived here during their brief exile on the island. Enjoy local entertainment aboard ship this afternoon before you sail along the coast. Meals BLD
Day 7 - At Sea
Small Ships Only in Bonifacio
Sea Cruises
Corsica’s fjord-like harbor of Bonifacio is only accessible to small ships – your majestic entrance aboard Le Ponant is truly a special moment! Tour the walled fortress area, explore medieval lanes, stroll along the bluff high above the harbor, and see the former barracks of the French Foreign Legion. An afternoon at sea takes you through the Strait of Bonifacio to Ponza. Meals BLD
Day 8 - At Sea
Ponza / Cruise the Mediterranean
Sea Cruises
Charming Ponza is fringed with dramatic coves and cliffs, featuring yellow and pink houses. Fishing boats set out from the 18th-century harbor, and vineyards cover the hillsides. Spend the morning exploring before setting sail for the Amalfi Coast, arriving in the Gulf of Salerno. Meals BLD
Day 9 - At Sea
Travel the Amalfi Coast / Ravello
Sea Cruises
Travel ashore today for a memorable journey along the Amalfi Coast.
Sightseeing
Stop in the town of Amalfi en route to Ravello; enjoy splendid sea views during a lunch of regional specialties before visiting 13th-century Villa Rufolo. Meals BLD
Day 10 - At Sea
Lipari / Fiery Lava of Stromboli
Sightseeing
A tender takes you ashore to explore Lipari, largest of the Aeolian Islands. Sail by Stromboli, the “Black Giant,” one of the few volcanoes in the world that is frequently active. The view from the sea at night is unforgettable! Meals BLD
Day 11 - At Sea
Cruise to Sicily / Taormina
Adventure
Explore Taormina, clinging to the cliffs above the coast of eastern Sicily – stroll the Corso Umberto through Old Town, and take a guided tour of the ancient Greek Theatre, dating back to 200 BC, boasting inspiring views of Mt. Etna. Meals BLD
Day 12 - At Sea
Arrive at Valletta, Malta
Sightseeing
Le Ponant sails into the dramatic Grand Harbor of Valletta in Malta. A guided island tour includes the city of Mdina, a coastal drive around St. Julian’s Bay, and a walking tour of Valletta.
Join us for a farewell dinner tonight. Meals BLD
Day 13 - Valletta, Malta
Journey Home
Airport Transfers
Tour ends: Valletta, Malta. A transfer is included from Le Méridien Phoenicia to Malta International Airport. Meals B
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Accommodation for 12 nights. Prices are per person, based on double occupancy. Meals: 12 Breakfasts, 7 Lunches and 11 Dinners. Entrance fees as mentioned in the itinerary, transfers & sightseeing as per itinerary.
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