Mediterranean Essence
7-night cruise from £549 per person
Absorb the many different flavours of the Med as breathtaking scenery and culture combine on our Mediterranean Essence cruise on the Island Star.
Cruise ports of call
- Palma, Majorca
- Ajaccio, Corsica
- Civitavecchia, Rome, Italy
- Santa Margherita, Portofino, Italy
- Villefranche / Nice, France
- Mahon, Menorca
- Palma, Majorca
- Ports of call & itinerary
- Shore excursions
- On board experience
Ports of call & itinerary
Experience the contrasts of the Mediterranean up-close and personal, from Corsica's breathtaking scenery and Rome's famous monuments to Portofino's picturesque harbour.
View shore excursions for this cruise
| Day | Port of call | Arrive | Depart |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Palma, Majorca All of our Mediterranean cruises start in Palma. Think of it as the world's best departure lounge and a perfect place to get into the Mediterranean lifestyle. |
9pm | |
| 2 |
At Sea |
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| 3 |
Ajaccio, Corsica Corsica offers its visitors classical Mediterranean scenery with its forests, jagged mountains and stunning views of the Prunelli Gorges. It also enjoys a reputation for some of the most beautiful beaches in Europe. |
8am | 5pm |
| 4 |
Civitavecchia, Italy It's often said that Rome is like a huge open-air museum with its Colosseum and the Pantheon, St. Peter's Basilica and the famous Trevi Fountain. And Civitavecchia is the ideal stepping stone for a visit to this amazing city. |
8am | 7pm |
| 5 |
Santa Margherita, Italy Once an ancient fishing village, Santa Margherita today is an elegant resort with a palm-lined promenade, brightly coloured houses and many fashionable shops to explore. |
9am | 5pm |
| 6 |
Villefranche / Nice, France Take a stroll through the charming French town of Villefranche, settle down for a day of sun, sea and sand or prepare for an exciting encounter in glitzy Monte Carlo. |
7am | 3pm |
| 7 |
Mahon, Menorca On the east coast of Menorca, the island's capital just begs to be explored. To absorb the atmosphere, stop for tapas and shop for island souvenirs. If you're feeling less energetic then there's always the chance to relax on the beach! |
9am | 6pm |
| 8 |
Palma, Majorca All of our Mediterranean cruises start in Palma. Think of it as the world's best departure lounge and a perfect place to get into the Mediterranean lifestyle. |
7am |
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