The Best of the Mediterranean from Athens with Stay, 2 September 2027 (23 nights)

Explore ancient ruins, stroll along the vibrant harbour, and soak up the rich culture of Greece’s bustling port city.

Admire stunning sunsets, explore white-washed streets, and enjoy breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea in this picturesque Santorini town.

Teeming with beautiful beaches, picturesque streets and rich history, Crete’s second largest city has seen many cultures throughout time. Because of this, you’ll find Roman, Byzantine, Venetian, Ottoman and many other influences in its architecture, as well as in the artefacts displayed in the museums. Discover the grizzly stories of Firka Fortress, or take a romantic wander through Chania’s Old Town, where you’ll find numerous quaint eateries.

Explore the ancient ruins of the birthplace of the Olympic Games and immerse yourself in Greece’s rich history and stunning landscapes.

Messina is a coastal city located in the north-east of Sicily and overlooks the homonymous strait, which separates the region from the rest of the Peninsula. Founded by the Greeks in the 8th century BC, a few years before Rome, it is said that the strait was the home of Scylla and Charybdis, two sea monsters described by Homer in the Odyssey. In Messina you can admire the Duomo, the Astronomical Clock and the rich Regional Museum which houses works by famous artists.

Golden-hued streets, baroque architecture, and a fascinating history await in Malta’s stunning capital.

Wander through charming streets, enjoy vibrant nightlife, and relax by crystal-clear waters in this iconic Greek island paradise.

Walk through history among grand ruins, including the Library of Celsus and the Temple of Artemis.

A city where East meets West, from the majestic Hagia Sophia to the bustling Grand Bazaar.

Walk through history among grand ruins, including the Library of Celsus and the Temple of Artemis.

Wander through medieval streets, explore ancient ruins, and relax by the crystal-clear waters of this historic Greek gem.

Wander through charming streets, enjoy vibrant nightlife, and relax by crystal-clear waters in this iconic Greek island paradise.

Teeming with beautiful beaches, picturesque streets and rich history, Crete’s second largest city has seen many cultures throughout time. Because of this, you’ll find Roman, Byzantine, Venetian, Ottoman and many other influences in its architecture, as well as in the artefacts displayed in the museums. Discover the grizzly stories of Firka Fortress, or take a romantic wander through Chania’s Old Town, where you’ll find numerous quaint eateries.

Golden-hued streets, baroque architecture, and a fascinating history await in Malta’s stunning capital.

Palermo is the capital of Sicily, as well as the fifth Italian municipality by population. The city has a long history: it was in fact founded by the Phoenicians at the turn of the 7th and 6th centuries BC and was subject to the conquests of various populations, including Romans and Saracens. Numerous buildings are recognised by the State as national monuments due to their historical and artistic features, such as the Cathedral and the Martorana Church.

Messina is a coastal city located in the north-east of Sicily and overlooks the homonymous strait, which separates the region from the rest of the Peninsula. Founded by the Greeks in the 8th century BC, a few years before Rome, it is said that the strait was the home of Scylla and Charybdis, two sea monsters described by Homer in the Odyssey. In Messina you can admire the Duomo, the Astronomical Clock and the rich Regional Museum which houses works by famous artists.

Naples is one of the most important cities in Italy. Its foundation dates back to the 8th century BC, and it once had an important relationship with Athens, due to its commercial power and position on the sea. The city is rich in history and there are numerous places of interest to visit, in particular the archaeological excavations of the nearby Pompeii and Herculaneum, which were destroyed by the eruption of Vesuvius in 79 AD.

Today's Civitavecchia was born as an Etruscan village along the Tyrrhenian coast, but it is believed that the territory has been inhabited since the Neolithic era. The first documents mentioning the city date back to the year 107 AD; the same as the construction of the port which ended three years later. During a stop in Civitavecchia you can visit the Taurine Baths, the Michelangelo Fort, and the Cathedral.