Journey through the Mediterranean’s historic crossroads—Corsica, Sardinia, Malta, Sicily, Cyprus, Crete, & Mainland Greece—on a thoughtfully paced exploration of culture, landscapes, and living traditions. Shaped by centuries of maritime trade and conquest, these islands reveal a remarkable blend of ancient civilizations, sacred sites, and vibrant coastal communities.
The tours in Spring are one day longer than the Fall tours as we attend the traditional festival of San Efisio, in Cagliari, Sardinia.
Travel by ferry, private vehicle, and short flights as you explore archaeological landmarks, historic town centers, and scenic coastal and mountain regions. Along the way, our expert guides bring each destination to life, while a balanced itinerary allows time for independent discovery, regional cuisine, and meaningful Mediterranean moments.
This tour is offered annually on the same dates. To book this tour click "See Availability." A calendar pops up. Click the date of the tour to continue to the booking page.
Trip pricing is contingent upon a minimum of four (4) participants and is subject to adjustment should this minimum not be met.
Six islands/five countries
Cruise Corsica’s rugged coastline and the UNESCO-listed Scandola Nature Reserve
Step into Sardinia’s Bronze Age world at Su Nuraxi di Barumini and along the island’s windswept archaeological landscapes
Attend the traditional festival of San Efisio, patron saint of Cagliari, Sardinia
Explore Malta’s extraordinary heritage, from Valletta (UNESCO) to prehistoric temples and Gozo
Journey across Cyprus, from Paphos (UNESCO) to the painted churches and mountain villages of the Troodos range
Experience Sicily’s dynamic spirit through bustling markets, Baroque towns, and the shadow of Mount Etna
Discover Athens and Delphi, from the Acropolis and Ancient Agora to the oracle and temples of Delphi
Accommodations with breakfast. 4 /5 stars. heritage palace in Malta
Accompanying Guides (different one for each country)
Airport arrival & departures transfers on tour dates
AC Transport van or minibus depending on group size
Bottled water during drives and touring
9 lunches & One dinner in Cyprus (group size min 4 people)
Three lunches in Crete (group size min 4 people)
Eight lunches & 3 dinners in Mainland Greece (group size min 4 people)
Cooking lesson in a family home with dinner in Chania
Ferry ticket Bonifacio, Corsica to Santa Theresa, Sardinia
Flight ticket Chania to Athens
Flight ticket Thessaloniki-Athens
International airfare
Flight ticket Cagliari to Valetta, Malta
Flight ticket Catania- Larnaca
Flight ticket Larnaca-Heraklion
Ferry ticket Vallarta-Pozallo
Tourist tax paid directly to hotels
Tips to drivers, guides, and hotel porters
Meals other than those listed
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.