Islands of the Mediterranean: Malta, Sicily, Cyprus, Crete

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Islands of the Mediterranean: Malta, Sicily, Cyprus, Crete
Malta, Sicily, Cyprus, Crete
Duration: 33 days
Group size: 1 - 12
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$19,725
Deposit: $2,400

About this trip

Journey through four of the Mediterranean’s most historically rich destinations—Malta, Sicily, Cyprus, and Crete—on a thoughtfully paced exploration of cultural exchange, ancient civilizations, and living traditions. From archaeological sites and fortified cities to historic ports and layered island capitals, the journey highlights the region’s role as a crossroads of empires and cultures.

May 2-June 3 & September 27-October 29, 2027

Travel by ferry, private vehicle, and short flights as you explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, medieval town centers, and diverse island landscapes. Along the way, expert local guides provide context and insight, while a balanced itinerary allows time for independent exploration, local cuisine, and memorable Mediterranean experiences.

Trip pricing is contingent upon a minimum of four (4) participants and is subject to adjustment should this minimum not be met.

Highlights

  • Explore Malta’s historic cities and prehistoric temples, from Valletta and Mdina to Gozo Island

  • Discover Sicily’s layered past through ancient ruins, vibrant towns, and dramatic landscapes

  • Experience Cyprus’s cultural crossroads, from Kourion and Paphos to Troodos Mountains and Nicosia

  • Exclusive visits to the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus

  • Explore Crete’s Minoan heritage, including historic towns and rugged coastal scenery

  • Rethymno, one of the most historical and picturesque towns on Crete

  • Enjoy scenic drives, ferry crossings, and a balanced pace of guided touring and independent time

Included

  • Accommodations with breakfast 4*

  • Accompanying guides (different one for each country)

  • Arrival & Departure transfers on tour dates

  • AC Transport van or minibus depending on group size

  • 13 lunches in Cyprus & Crete based on min group of 4

  • One dinner in Limassol, Cyprus based on min group of 4

  • Cooking lesson & dinner in Chania

  • Bottled water during drives and touring

  • Entrance Fees

  • Flight ticket Chania-Athens

Not Included

  • International airfare

  • Tourist tax (if any)

  • Tips to drivers, guides, and hotel porters

  • Lunches or dinners in Malta and Sicily

  • Lunches in Cyprus & Crete if group is less than 4 people

  • Dinner in Limassol f group is less than 4 people

  • Flight ticket Catania-Larnaca (priced separately)

  • Flight ticket Larnaca-Heraklion (priced separately)

  • Ferry ticket to Pozzallo (priced separately)

Map of the trip locations

A. Malta, Sicily, Cyprus, Crete

Malta, Sicily, Cyprus, Crete

About your organizer

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Original World, founded in 1997, offers hand-crafted immersive journeys steeped in vibrant local color and time-honored traditions. Original World is a boutique company, not a corporate conglomerate. Our services are personalized and we offer options for flexibility even within a group tour. Our small group tours feel like a private tour experience with like-minded travel companions. Explore destinations that maintain a traditional culture in India, Asia, Africa, Middle East, and Central, Northern, and Eastern Europe.

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