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This 11-day Mediterranean cruise explores the French Riviera, Italys Amalfi Coast, and remote Mediterranean islands by land and yacht. Explore Malta, and board your 60-passenger motor-sailing yacht to discover the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Stromboli, Elba, Corsica and Sicily; feel like a jetsetter pulling into ports aboard Le Ponant, designed to access the small harbors and remote destinations that large ships cant maneuver. See fortified medieval towns, ornate cathedrals, ancient castles, and the incredible cliff-side drive along the Amalfi Coast. Experience glittering Monte-Carlo during a 2-night stay and visit Saint Paul-de-Vence for medieval enchantment handed down through the ages.
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Indicates day of cruising
Day 1: Arrive in Nice / Monte-Carlo
Tour begins: 6:30 p.m. at Fairmont Monte Carlo. Tauck's Mediterranean sea cruise
includes a transfer from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to the Fairmont Monte Carlo in
Monaco. Meet your travel companions this evening at the welcome reception and
dinner.
Meals: Dinner
Lodging: Fairmont Monte Carlo, Monte-Carlo, Monaco
Day 2: Monte-Carlo magic
Experience the glamour of Monaco today as you get a royal taste of what life is
like on the chic French Riviera during a guided morning tour. Spend the
remainder of the day exploring as you wish; your hotel is steps from the
Monte-Carlo Casino, where lady luck favors the fortunate few!
Meals: Breakfast
Lodging: Fairmont Monte Carlo, Monte-Carlo, Monaco
Day 3: St. Paul-de-Vence / Embark ship
Visit the medieval hill town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a long-time artists'
magnet, before journeying to Nice for a brief city sightseeing tour. Meander
through the maze of streets in Old Town, see the Promenade des Anglais along the
seafront, and discover the daily flower market in Cours Saleya. Board your
yacht, Le Ponant, for the start of your 7-night Mediterranean Sea cruise.
Meals: Breakfast, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Ponant
Day 4: The island of Elba
Aboard Le Ponant in the Mediterranean Sea cruise to the picturesque island of
Elba and the secluded harbor of Portoferraio. Today you'll learn about the
secluded, isolated life of Napoleon Bonaparte, who spent a brief exile on the
island in 1814 prior to his daring escape. There's local entertainment aboard
the ship today.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Ponant
Day 5: Hidden Bonifacio
Sail into the nearly hidden Corsican port of Bonifacio with a deep, narrow
harbor sitting at the base of sheer limestone cliffs - a highlight of your
Mediterranean Sea cruise. The fortified 12th-century town is built on the top of
the cliffs with great views of the sea. Tour the walled fortress, explore
medieval lanes, and see the former barracks of the French Foreign Legion.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Ponant
Day 6: Island life in Ponza
Stop to explore Ponza, the largest island in Italy's Pontine Archipelago. The
island features dramatic coves and cliffs, while the main town features yellow
and pink houses, and a harbor full of fishing boats. Sail for Italy's Amalfi
Coast.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Ponant
Day 7: The Amalfi Coast to Ravello
Go ashore today to set out on the mountainous route along the Amalfi Coast, one
of the most spectacular drives in the world. After a stop in the town of Amalfi,
arrive in stunning Ravello, perched on cliffs overlooking the sea. Visit Villa
Rufolo, the former residence of several popes, where you'll get some pretty
spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea below.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Ponant
Day 8: Sailing the Aeolian Isles
Sail to Lipari, the largest of the seven Aeolian Islands. On your shore
excursion, enjoy a guided sightseeing tour with free time to explore. Sail by
the island of Stromboli, and see if its active volcano will provide a natural
show.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Ponant
Day 9: Taormina on Sicily
Admire the view as you sail toward Taormina, a terraced town clinging to high
cliffs on the east coast of Sicily with Mt. Etna towering in the distance.
Stroll the Corso Umberto, Old Town's main pedestrian street lined with cafés and
pâtisseries.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Cruising aboard Le Ponant
Day 10: Malta memories / Disembark ship
Sail into the dramatic Grand Harbor of Valletta on Malta, founded by the Knights
of St. John in the 16th century, and disembark Le Ponant for the end of your
Mediterranean Sea cruise. Tour the medieval walled city of Mdina, and take a
coastal drive around St. Julian's Bay. A highlight of your Valletta walking tour
is the art treasure-filled Co-Cathedral of St. John, one of the world's finest
examples of Baroque architecture. Share favorite tour highlights at the farewell
reception and dinner.
Meals: Breakfast, lunch, dinner
Lodging: Hotel Phoenicia Malta, Valletta, Malta
Day 11: Ciao Mediterranean
Tauck's incredible Mediterranean Sea cruise ends in Malta. A transfer is
included from Hotel Phoenicia Malta to Malta International Airport; you should
allow 2 1/2 hours for flight check-in.
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WHATS INCLUDED
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All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff and local guides
An exclusive cruise on Le Ponant - only 60 Tauck guests!
Private Tauck Shore Excursions - $625 Value!
Six Mediterranean islands best accessed by small ship - Elba, Corsica, Ponza, Lipari, Sicily and Malta
- for unique shore excursions off-the-beaten path
Exploration of Saint-Paul-de-Vence and Elba, where Napoleon lived during his exile
A memorable night sailing by the volcanic island of Stromboli to view its eruptions of molten lava
Wine with dinner and local entertainment aboard Tauck's private yacht Le Ponant
Most meals (10 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 9 dinners) on land and at sea
Service charges, applicable fuel surcharges, taxes, porterage and airport transfers
International Airfare is additional. Call
for special rates on international air for travel originating in the U.S.
(subject to availability). Departure tax is additional.
Land / Cruise Price includes private Tauck shore excursions, cruise fare,
applicable fuel surcharges, port charges, wine with dinner aboard Le Ponant, and
gratuities to Tauck Director and ship staff.
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HOTELS
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MONTE CARLO - Fairmont Monte Carlo
CRUISING - Aboard Le Ponant
VALLETA - Hotel Phoenicia Malta
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