Italy & Greece with Istanbul

Palma is a resort city and capital of the Spanish island of Mallorca (Majorca), in the western Mediterranean. The massive Santa María cathedral, a Gothic landmark begun in the 13th century, overlooks the Bay of Palma. The adjacent Almudaina is a Moorish-style Arab fortress converted to a royal residence. West of the city, hilltop Bellver Castle is a medieval fortress with a distinctive circular shape.

In Sizilien trifft das Erbe vieler Nationen aufeinander. Normannen, Araber und Phönizier haben die Insel gleichermaßen beeinflusst. Sehen Sie in Palermo unglaubliche Sakralschätze, die Sie vergangene Zeiten noch heute hautnah erleben lassen. Ob der prachtvolle Dom von Monreale oder die reich verzierte Hofkapelle – Palermo bietet Ihnen unvergessliche Anblicke. Aber auch für Naturfreunde hält die Stadt ihre Schätze bereit. Entspannen Sie beispielsweise im Orto Botanico, dem botanischen Garten Palermos, und freuen Sie sich auf beeindruckende Pflanzen, ruhige Alleen und blühende Parkanlagen. Die Genießer unter Ihnen lassen sich mit sizilianischen Leckereien verwöhnen und stärken sich so für Erkundungstouren im unvergesslichen Palermo.

Die Stadt Messina ist mit seinen 240.000 Einwohnern voll geschäftigen Lebens. Ganz besonders in den Hauptgeschäftsstraßen, der Via San Martino, der baumbestandenen Piazza Cairoli und der Via Garibaldi. Abseits davon finden neugierige Entdecker das alte Herz von Messina um die Piazza Duomo mit dem herrlichen Dom.

In the small town of Katakolon on the Greek peninsula of Peloponnese, you can experience the flair of the south-eastern Mediterranean without any obstruction: From here you can visit Olympia, one of the most important sites of antiquity, or simply take a stroll through the small town of Katakolon and stay on the beach „Let five be straight“

Welcome to Istanbul, the city on the Bosporus! The world’s only city that stretches across two continents, connects Asia and Europe not only geographically but also culturally. Istanbul is unique, because the culture and the captivating flair of the metropolis are neither Asian nor European, but simply typical Istanbul. Your cruise stay in the city will be shaped by unforgettable sights: Magnificent buildings such as the Hagia Sophia, the Topkapi Palace or the Blue Mosque and of course the Grand Bazaar. When your cruise ship calls into the port of Istanbul, you will begin a breathtaking journey into a melting pot of cultures in the eastern Mediterranean.

With pretty buildings from the Middle Ages, many traditional restaurants and the nearby old town, the port of Rhodes is something very special. The fourth largest island in Greece is 78 km long and is within sight of Turkey. Around half of the population live in Rhodes City. Thanks to its rich cultural heritage, scenic beauty, wonderful beaches and many hours of sunshine, Rhodes is a popular travel destination. In the old town you will find a fascinating mix of Ottoman and European architecture. In 1988 the city was therefore declared a World Heritage Site. The little winding streets invite you to stroll and linger. On board your ship, you can choose from a wide range of shore excursions when visiting Rhodes on a Mediterranean cruise.

When cruising in the eastern Mediterranean, a stop on the Turkish south coast is a must. Discover the popular metropolis of Antalya on the Turkish Riviera with its oriental hustle and bustle in the old town, the historical sites of antiquity as well as wonderful beaches and largely untouched nature. With a cruise stay in the port of Antalya, the choice is yours.