Embarkation at the port of Valetta begins at 14:00 (late embarkation is possible—please contact the reservations department). After Variety Cruises' safety drill, gather at the restaurant for a welcome cocktail and dinner. Overnight in Valetta.

In the morning, the boat leaves Valetta port. Your next stop is Malta’s beloved Gozo Island, known for the ancient Ggantija temples, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and some of the oldest free-standing megalithic monuments in the world, dating back 5500 years.

You can enjoy a refreshing morning swim in the calm Maltese Waters before having lunch on board. In the early afternoon, the boat arrives at Gozo Island, allowing for free time to explore and have dinner ashore. After dinner, the ship sets sail for its next destination, the beautiful Sicily.

Upon arrival in Syracuse early in the morning. After breakfast, join an optional tour exploring Syracuse, known as the "White City." Lunch is at your arrangements, and the afternoon is at your leisure.

At 7 pm, the bar manager will lead a "Cocktail Demonstration" where you can witness the creation of 2 signature cocktails and learn their recipes. A 4-course dinner on board follows this, and the boat departs Syracuse around 9 pm en route to the picturesque Lipari Island.

After a relaxing morning, you can spend your day on the deck soaking up the sun and the cool sea breeze. The boat will sail around Stromboli, one of the seven volcanic islands of the Aeolian Archipelago, off Sicily's northern coast. This UNESCO World Heritage Site is home to one of the world's most active volcanoes, continuously spewing lava for nearly 2500 years. The boat will anchor at Lipari Island at around noon. Before the included BBQ lunch on board, the chef will share the recipe for the Pesto a la Trapanese dip. You can explore Lipari at your own pace in the afternoon and enjoy dinner ashore. Overnight at Lipari.

After breakfast, you can join an optional tour of Quattrochi Belvedere, Quattropani, and the Lipari Castle. You can have free time to enjoy lunch at your own pace. At 7:30 pm, you can join the included Wine Tasting Experience, where you can savor a selection of Italian and Greek wines to prepare your palate for the 4-course dinner served on board.

Arrive in Catania early in the morning. Enjoy some time on the deck as the boat approaches Catania before breakfast. Join an optional tour of Mt Etna's southern slopes, reaching heights of 2000 meters, with wine tasting and lunch included. You are free to enjoy the afternoon at your leisure. You are invited to the Captain's Italian Night Dinner in the evening, featuring delicious Italian dishes and music. Overnight in Catania.

The day begins with a relaxed breakfast. The Cruise Manager can assist in the morning if you need airport or hotel transfer assistance. It's best to provide the preferred transfer time of 24+ hours before pre-booking. Join an optional tour to explore Catania, the second-largest city in Sicily. Catania was founded by the Greeks in the 8th century B.C. and is located at the foot of the highest volcano in Europe, known as the "Black City." In the afternoon, there's free time to explore Catania or enjoy lunch ashore at your own arrangements. Around 6 pm, the boat will depart Catania.

Upon arrival in Valetta at 7:30 am, enjoy a relaxing breakfast with your co-travelers. Your Cruise Manager will assist with your pre-booked transfers.