7 nights. Italy, Malta

Day 1

barcelona, spain

Departure: 17:00

Barcelona is a coastal city in northeastern Spain. It's the capital and biggest city of the autonomous region of Catalonia, and the second most populated municipality in Spain. The city has a population of 1.6 million within its limits, but its urban area, which extends to many neighboring municipalities within the Province of Barcelona, is home to approximately 4.8 million people. This makes it the fifth most populated urban area in the European Union, following Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid, and Milan. Barcelona is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, situated on the coast between the mouths of the Llobregat and Besòs rivers. It's bordered to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range, the highest peak of which is 512 meters (1,680 feet) tall.

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Day 3

Civitavecchia (Rome), italy

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 19:00

Modern and ancient, past and present coexist, constantly. Whether you're in Rome for 3 days, 3 weeks or 3 months, be ready to step into the world's largest open-air museum. Rome will charm you and it will hardly leave you unaffected. It will astonish you, as it has so much to offer to any visitor, and its beauty has merely been slightly obscured by the passage of time. Rome is one of the world's most photogenic cities - not surprising when you consider what's here - The Vatican, the Trevi Fountain, St Peter's Square, Spanish Steps, Colosseum... Whether you spend your time sightseeing, or lounging in cafes watching the world pass by, it will be your turn to star in your very own Roman Holiday. If you can plan to stay for at least a week, you won't run out of things to do and you'll still feel like you're leaving too soon.

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Day 4

naples/capri, italy

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Capri is a stunningly picturesque retreat located 5 km from mainland Italy in the Bay of Naples. It has been a renowned beauty spot and seaside resort since the era of the emperors. It is a highly sought-after destination due to its rural charm, leisurely pace of life, and unforgettable views. Capri is bathed in constant sunshine and proudly upholds its well-earned reputation as a Garden of Eden. Capri town is the primary settlement on the island and can be reached via a funicular railway that operates from the dock in Marina Grande. The town's central square, Piazza Umberto, is a bustling hub that houses a handful of shops, cafes, and restaurants, and is the terminus of the funicular railway. The square is surrounded by the "Torre dell'Orologio", or Clock Tower, and the island's main church, San Stefano. Anacapri, the island's second-largest settlement, is situated a few miles west of Capri town. Anacapri offers visitors numerous art and craft shops, as well as the opportunity to take a chair lift ride to the peak of Mount Solaro.

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Day 5

messina, italy

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Messina is in the northeast of Sicily, Italy, just 5 km across the Straits of Messina from the region of Calabria on the mainland. It is the third-largest city on the island of Sicily. From Messina, land and sea excursions let you discover every corner of the Aeolian Islands, rich in beaches and tiny coves where you can stop and explore, even if only for a few hours. The active volcano Mt. Etna dominates the landscape, its vegetation broken by ribbons of black, solidified lava. Caves and varied environments alternate along its slopes, which you can traverse to reach the summit, where a great “mouth of fire” awaits. A must-see is Pollara Beach on the island of Salina, which lies in the crater formed by the six volcanoes that shaped Salina around 13,000 years ago. Nearby, the Ancient Theatre—one of the greatest monuments of the Greco-Roman era—is set amid expanses of olive, orange, and almond groves that fill the air with their exotic fragrances.

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Day 6

valletta, malta

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 16:00

The small capital of Malta, Valletta, is less than 1 square kilometer in size but offers a wealth of experiences for tourists. Known as one of the most densely packed historical sites in the world, Valletta boasts 7,000 years of history. It's no surprise that the city was officially designated as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1980. Constructed by the Knights of St John in the 16th and 17th centuries for military and strategic purposes, Valletta was later transformed into a stunning example of baroque decorative art, particularly evident in the beautiful interiors of St John’s Co-Cathedral in the city center. The city's narrow, shady alleyways connect grand squares, and magnificent palaces coexist with bars and shops. Recently, Valletta has undergone significant changes to enhance its urban appeal, including the renovation of the main City Gate, the construction of a new parliament building, and the restoration of the bombed-out Opera House. Valletta's natural deep-water port, the Grand Harbour, is the largest and most impressive in the Mediterranean. For thousands of years, it has been the hub of Malta’s maritime activity. Evidence of this includes the 19 historical warehouses that still stand, dating back 250 years, and the historic Quay Wall, where the Knights of St John and European merchants once unloaded their goods. The Valletta Waterfront serves as the entrance to Malta’s capital city. As one of the most successful Mediterranean ports, the Port of Valletta welcomes over half a million cruise passengers into this open-air museum each year. The waterfront has recently been revitalized into a lively hub of shops, bars, and restaurants, and is especially romantic when lit up at night. The city’s moderate climate allows for a variety of outdoor activities, from diving and sailing to cycling and rock climbing, providing plenty of options for adventure-seeking tourists. However, don't expect Valletta to be bustling all night - its tranquility is a significant part of its allure.

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Day 8

barcelona, spain

Arrival: 05:00

Barcelona is a coastal city in northeastern Spain. It's the capital and biggest city of the autonomous region of Catalonia, and the second most populated municipality in Spain. The city has a population of 1.6 million within its limits, but its urban area, which extends to many neighboring municipalities within the Province of Barcelona, is home to approximately 4.8 million people. This makes it the fifth most populated urban area in the European Union, following Paris, the Ruhr area, Madrid, and Milan. Barcelona is one of the largest metropolises on the Mediterranean Sea, situated on the coast between the mouths of the Llobregat and Besòs rivers. It's bordered to the west by the Serra de Collserola mountain range, the highest peak of which is 512 meters (1,680 feet) tall.

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