The wild romance of Corsica. Legendary Capri. The power of fire on the Lipari Islands. Discover the fascination of Mediterranean islands. The colourful houses in Positano cling to the steep hillsides and the Italian resort will welcome you with its own world-famous fashion. In Sicily, enjoy views of smoking Mount Etna, the most active volcano in Europe. After seven fascinating days in the Mediterranean, you will leave the EUROPA 2 in Valletta, one of Europe’s most beautiful capital cities.
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At anchor - If the ship anchors in open water the ferrying ashore will be done with tenders or Zodiacs.
Scheduled flight from Germany to Rome and transfer to the embarkation point
Civitavecchia (Rome)/Italy, departure 22.00 hrs
Civitavecchia (Rome)
Join our pre-cruise programme* and discover Rome, the Eternal City.
Bonifacio/Corsica/France , 8.00 – 18.00 hrs
Bonifacio/Corsica
A fascinating sight: the port of Bonifacio sits on a limestone plateau. The historic part of the town with its narrow cobbled streets can be reached via a drawbridge and there are magnificent views over the sea from the upper town. You will have time to let all these impressions sink in on a walking tour of the city with a boat trip**.
Positano/Italy , arrival 15.00 hrs
Positano
The colourful houses cling to the hillsides and are surrounded by fragrant orange and lemon groves. On your individual shore excursion, you will be able to discover little boutiques with the local fashions for which Positano has become world famous, whilst restaurants around the picturesque harbour serve local specialities.
Positano , departure 6.30 hrs
Capri/Italy , 8.00 – 20.00 hrs
Circumnavigation of the island of Capri in the evening
Capri
This legendary island has already drawn plenty of artists, intellectuals and writers under its spell. Discover its beauty for yourself – on idyllic beaches, in the sea of colours of the Blue Grotto or whilst enjoying an espresso on the promenade. An unforgettable highlight is the circumnavigation of the island on board the EUROPA 2 – with spectacular views of the craggy coastline.
Lipari/Lipari Islands/Italy , 14.00 – 21.00 hrs
Circumnavigation of the island of Stromboli in the late evening
Lipari
The historic part of Lipari, capital of the island of the same name, is full of Italian charm. This is the largest of the volcanic Lipari Islands. On a discovery tour**, some idyllic impressions of this UNESCO World Natural Heritage Site will unfold.
Naxos (Taormina)/Sicily/Italy , 10.00 – 21.00 hrs
Naxos (Taormina)/Sicily
From Naxos you can get to Taormina**, which sits on top of the cliffs over the Ionian Sea with unique views of smoking Mount Etna. You can get even closer to the famous volcano on a trip by off-road vehicle** to the Valle del Bove, where the lava flows have formed a bizarre landscape.
Valletta/Malta, arrival 17.00 hrs
Overnight stay on board
Valletta/Malta
One of the most beautiful capital cities in Europe has a unique medieval charm. Inside the mighty fortified walls, the narrow streets are a great place to take a stroll. Following one last night on board, your cruise draws to a close – or you can get to know the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Valletta better on our post-cruise programme.
Valletta
Transfer to scheduled flight to Germany
* The pre- and post-cruise programmes listed are not included in the cruise price.
** The shore activities are not included in the cruise price and are in the planning stage. Subject to changes
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A holiday is a chance to spend some time as a family – and on board the EUROPA 2, there are plenty of exciting opportunities for parents and children to discover the world together, or to go their own way if they prefer. In addition to a varied on-board programme of games and sports as well as arts and crafts, children and teens on family cruises can take part in specifically tailored excursions*. Our travel concierge service will be happy to suggest personalised family excursions* for you.
* This service is not included in the cruise price.
