Cultures of the Mediterranean Barcelona to Civitavecchia on Emerald Sakara

Criss-crossing the Mediterranean on your luxury yacht, discover four countries of dazzling diversity and breathtaking beauty. Glamorous resorts, ancient capitals and postcard-perfect islands await on this spectacular cruise.
Embark on an unforgettable 12-day journey across the Western Mediterranean, beginning in the vibrant city of Barcelona and tracing a path through sun-kissed Spanish islands, the cultural mosaic of North Africa, and the timeless beauty of the Italian coast. From the Gothic grandeur of Palma de Mallorca and the natural serenity of Menorca to the historic medinas of Tunis and the ancient ruins of Sicily, each stop reveals a new layer of history, flavour, and charm. Discover the compact capital of Malta and Italy’s most iconic coastal gems — including Taormina, Sorrento, and the thermal haven of Ischia — before concluding in Civitavecchia, gateway to Rome. With a relaxing day at sea on the itinerary, you’ll get to make the most of the indulgent features on board your luxury Emerald Cruises yacht.
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Founded in 2013, and first sailing as Emerald Waterways in 2014, Emerald Cruises is an award-winning travel operator specializing in deluxe river cruises and luxury yacht cruises. Just one year later, in 2014, the first Star-Ship, Emerald Sky, set sail.
Our extensive fleet of Star-Ships have been custom-built to sail Europe’s iconic Rhine, Main, Moselle, Danube, Rh?ne, Saône, and Douro rivers, as well as the majestic Mekong River in Southeast Asia, with each ship featuring a range of stylish innovations.
Unwind in your contemporary suite or stateroom, sample the finest cuisine in our elegant dining venues, relax on our spacious Sun Deck, and enjoy the river breeze from our indoor pool with a retractable roof that transforms into an evening cinema*.
In March 2022, our groundbreaking luxury yacht Emerald Azzurra welcomed her first guests, followed by her twin sister Emerald Sakara a year later. The yachts have been specially designed to provide unique access to the fascinating ports and harbors that only small yachts can reach. The yachts feature an open-air infinity pool, a wellness deck with a spa and gym, and a marina platform with a variety of water toys.
Whether you’re traveling by river or sea, your luxury vessel will dock in the heart of amazing destinations.
This year, we celebrate 10 incredible years of Emerald Cruises by introducing the next generation of superyachts: Emerald Kaia.
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Itinerary
Day | Destination | ||
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1 | Barcelona, Spain | ||
2 | Palma de Mallorca, Spain | ||
3 | Mahón, Menorca, Spain | ||
4 | At Sea | ||
5 | Cagliari, Sardinia, Italy | ||
6 | Tunis (La Goulette), Tunisia | ||
7 | Porto Empedocle, Italy | ||
8 | Valletta, Malta | ||
9 | Giardini Naxos, Taormina, Italy | ||
10 | Sorrento, Italy | ||
11 | Casamicciola Terme, Ischia, Italy | ||
12 | Civitavecchia (Rome), Italy |