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Corsica, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands

Corsica, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands

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The natural harbour of Bonifacio
Sailing into Bonifacio is quite simply a spectacular experience – a steep, shimmering white chalk cliff, a small town that appears to be floating magnificently on the plateau and a fjord-like bay which gives way to an elegant marina. Those who wish may explore the area’s medieval upper town or take a stroll along the promenade.

Alghero: Sardinia’s “Little Barcelona”
Following the Phoenicians, the Carthaginians, Saracen pirates and the Genoese, Alghero was conquered in
1354 by the Catalans. Many inhabitants still speak Catalan today and they lovingly refer to their city as
“Little Barcelona”. A gentle stroll along the walkway that crowns Alghero’s impressive sea walls promises majestic views of the picturesque harbour on one side and the Gothic old town on the other.

Taking in all four Balearic Islands
Admittedly, with its magnificent coastline and picturesque inland villages, Mallorca seems a logical first choice for most of those holidaying on these islands. But it would be a real shame to miss its little sisters. This is why the Sea Cloud ii visits them all: Menorca, the wildly romantic natural beauty, Ibiza’s medival capital, and family-friendly Formentera with its fishing ports and fine sandy beaches.

Trip Name
Corsica, Sardinia and the Balearic Islands
Days
10
Overview
Vessel Type: Tall Ship (Sailing) Length: 105 metres Passenger Capacity: 96 Built: 2001 Launched in 2001, Sea Cloud II is a stunning vessel, built along traditional lines, but offering deluxe accommodation. She combines timeless elegance of sailing ships of the past with the highest safety standards and the luxurious comfort of modern cruise ships. Just like her legendary sister ship Sea Cloud, the 29,600 square feet of sails is set by hand which is a truly magical sight. Built to accommodate 96 passengers in five star luxury, she offers a range of beautifully appointed suites and cabins which are furnished with great style. All accommodations have outside views and the bathrooms, in light marble, are unusually spacious and extremely comfortable. The finest, carefully chosen fabrics, combined with leather, rattan and other materials, brass and gold, precious woods and marble together create an impressive ensemble. No expense has been spared to create a sympathetic ambience in both the accommodations and public areas and this is reflected throughout the vessel. Public areas include an elegant lounge, library, fitness centre, boutique, lido bar and hospital. The single sitting dining room is airy and modern and the quality of the cuisine and service will be to the highest of standards, as one would expect on a Sea Cloud cruise. Relax on the Lido deck and experience the natural grandeur of travelling under sail, rekindling memories of a bygone age. Please note deck and suite plans are indicative only and may vary slightly.

Itinerary



Day 1 - Day 1 - Civitavecchia
All roads lead to Rome. The stunningly beautiful city on the Tiber is around 70 kilometres (44 miles) from the port of Civitavecchia. The highlights of the "Eternal City" are not limited to the seven hills of antiquity. The historic centre and the Vatican State in Rome are both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. In the city of Vespas and "la dolce vita", painters, sculptors and architects have left behind innumerable works of art over three millennia. Ancient sites, Renaissance palaces, Baroque squares and fountains create a splendid backdrop for enjoying life in between the daily routine and eternity.
Day 2 - Day 2 - Bonifacio/Corsica
The chalk cliffs are visible even from a long way away and fall away steeply into the sea like a wall - around 70 metres (230 foot) high. Hidden behind them is a fjord-like inlet, which provides the beautiful entrance into the natural harbour of Bonifacio. The elegant modern lower town is set around the harbour with a promenade that runs the length of the deep harbour bay and leads to the elegant marina. More than 187 stone steps, majestically named the "Staircase of the King of Aragon", lead you up to the medieval upper town which sits lofty and impregnable high up on the top of a steep chalk cliff.
Day 3 - Day 3 - Alghero/Sardinia
A beach edged by dunes not far from the port, beautiful beachside promenades and, on a headland, the old town of Alghero which sits defiantly behind thick fortifications. Alghero is something very special. Many buildings and squares in the charming old town were built when it was ruled by the Catalans and some of the inhabitants still speak a dialect of Catalan today. That's why the town is also lovingly known as "Little Barcelona". Grand palaces, numerous churches and towers, winding lanes and lively squares with snug bars and restaurants transport you into the Middle Ages with a Catalan-Gothic character.
Day 4 - Day 4 - At Sea
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Day 5 - Day 5 - Mahon/Menorca
Mahôn, the island's capital, has the largest natural harbour in the Mediterranean. The harbour of the former capital, Ciutadella, which translates as "tiny little town", has a picturesque setting on a fjord-like bay. It is one of the most beautiful cities in Spain and you will be enchanted by the narrow lanes in the old town, the majestic squares and the smart promenades. Menorca naturally has two sides - in the north is the wild mountain region of Tramuntana, with its ruggedly craggy coastline and hidden bays. In the south there are gentle hills with wide plains and seemingly endless sandy beaches. Listed as a Biosphere Reserve by UNESCO, Majorca's little sister is considerably quieter and more traditional.
Day 6 - Day 6 - Palma de Mallorca
Majorca's beautiful capital is an elegant city and its picturesque old town and architectural mix of Arab, Catalan and Art Nouveau elements are part of its success story. In the centre you will be lured by shops behind splendid facades, and cafés and bars set on beautiful squares invite you to stay a while. Not far from the sophisticated marina you will find the dignified cathedral, affectionately known as "La Seu" for short. With pure Gothic beginnings, none other than Antonio Gaudi created part of its interior at the start of the 20th century.
Day 7 - Day 7 - Ibiza City/Ibiza
Ibiza's motto is "live and let live". Artists, hedonists and the international jet set discovered the beauty of this Balearic island many years ago. The little island's character has a Moorish influence, which has given it the pseudonym of "the white island". The tidy old quarter in Ibiza Town, surrounded by huge fortified walls, has been carefully restored and, like the entire island, is under the protection of UNESCO. In contrast, the spectacular, sometimes wildly rugged island coastline with its innumerable bays and beaches shows the traditional side of Ibiza. The primordial backdrop is one of gentle hills cris-crossed with a scattering of fincas.
Day 8 - Day 8 - La Savina/Formentera
The smallest island in the Balearics is no more than eighteen kilometres (11 miles) long and, at its narrowest point, just two kilometres (1.2 miles) wide. Formentera has two high plateaus with rugged cliffs falling steeply down into the sea - the Cap de Barbaria and La Mola, whose lighthouse marks the stormy eastern end of the island. On the salt lakes at La Savina, snow white mountains of salt still glistened in the sun only a few years ago and even the Romans produced this "white gold" here. But the island's unique landscape has long been shaped by the numerous pale sandy beaches which shallowly slope down into the shimmering turquoise water.
Day 9 - Day 9 - At Sea
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Day 10 - Day 10 - Malaga
Málaga has spruced itself up. In 2003, the Museo Picasso opened in a 16th century Renaissance palace and is dedicated to the artist's extensive life's work. This historic old city invites you to take a stroll and its buildings gleam like new. And above everything towers the Alcazaba, a mighty walled fortress. The port was completely redesigned when the city was opened to the sea and you can now take a lovely stroll along the promenade. In Málaga's hinterland you can see the most beautiful aspects of traditional Andalusia. From a distance the typical Andalusian villages look like white dabs of paint shining out from the brown of the barren mountain landscape.
Day 11 - Please Note:
Itinerary subject to change!

Trip Dates

StartEndPrice FromRoom Type
11-05-201820-05-2018€4,755Category F Upper/Lower Beds
11-05-201820-05-2018€4,365GTY Double Cabin
11-05-201820-05-2018€8,395Category A
11-05-201820-05-2018€6,395Category C
11-05-201820-05-2018€5,895GTY Single Cabin
11-05-201820-05-2018€5,395Category E
11-05-201820-05-2018€7,555Category B
11-05-201820-05-2018€6,055Category D

Inclusions

    • The natural harbour of Bonifacio
    • Alghero: Sardinia’s “Little Barcelona”
    • Taking in all four Balearic Islands

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