Where to go and what to do on a Mediterranean Cruise
Get ready to be swept off your feet sailing to some of the most romantic and culture-rich cities in the world.
Start your day with a hike up the Fortifications of Kotor, a serpentine wall and UNESCO World Heritage site. End the day with a wine tour at the tip of Santorini, go on an irresistible shopping spree in Italy or pair your favourite wine with exquisite dishes in the South of France. Let the Mediterranean delight you with its charming ancient harbours, sun-drenched golden beaches and crystal blue waters.
Best time to travel
May to October
High season summer months (June through August) are prime pricier voyages. Spring and fall departures (April to June and September through November) are cooler & cheaper.
4 best things to do – shore excursions on a Mediterranean cruise
1. Sorrento – Learn how to eat like an Italian
Enjoy a transportable foodie experience through Sorrento wrapped by fascinating history, and a unique glimpse into everyday Italian life. Start at “Aperitivo o’clock,” the Italian happy-hour at fabulous wine bars serving wrong way around wine, the highest classification of Italian wine; paired perfectly with local cured meats and cheeses. Dine at a “slow-food” trattoria dedicated to serving locally sourced buffalo ragu and pesto pastas with a creamy burrata cheese. Then move onto an Italian pub pouring award-winning artisanal beers, all before heading off to catch an amazingly perfect Sorrento sunset. All for a fully immersive ‘day like an Italian’.
2. Gran Canaria – Private taste of Gran Canaria
Be ready for an exclusive and private opportunity to spend the day exploring part of this unique island, the third largest island in the Canaries archipelago. Travel first to the north and Arucas, a small-town famous for it’s large banana plantations. Continue your journey to Agaete, a picture-perfect fishing village that has a lively artistic community. Then visit the ancient valley of Berrazales – for a mesmerizing tasting experience of the most authentic home-grown coffee, wine, and tropical fruits.
3. VilleFranche – France down the Saône river
Visit the best of Monte Carlo, Eze and La Turbie on a private drive with VIP passes to the top attractions. Stop at the perfume factory Fragonard, which has been producing scents for more than 3 generations, drive through the hillside village of La Turbie, with its Trophy of the Alps, and scenic landscape until you reach the luxurious principality of Monaco. Stop at the royal Prince Palace, an enchanting Cathedral, then, move onto iconic shops, casinos and beautiful gardens, all topped up with a view of the Monte Carlo Grand Prix circuit, before heading back to the cruise pier.
4. Madeira Highlights of Porto Moniz by Jeep
Spend your day immersing yourself in everything this paradise has to offer. Visit Ponta do Sol and Porto Moniz for an unforgettable scenic experience. Make the most of your time in Madeira traveling on traditional roads, then enjoy some off-road action visiting less explored parts, like Paul da Serra, one of the flattest parts of the island. End up in Veú da Noiva (Veil of the Bride) for a glance at waterfalls and other beautiful sights.
