Our 5-star fleet offers an authentic sailing experience to make your journey unforgettable. While onboard, indulge in a relaxing massage at the spa, or try hot-rock cooking at the onboard restaurant. Then, disembark for an eye-opening visit to a local winery or a walking tour of some of the world’s most iconic cities and undiscovered gems. All the while, enjoy these world-class ship amenities:

• 77 cabins, including a landmark 15 solo cabins, most of which have full walk-out balconies, for the most flexible style of travel — plus, suites designed for comfortable triple-occupancy as well as adjoining room options
• A culinary program offering gourmet dining incorporating regional fare, with wine and beer included at dinner
• Spa, massage, and hair services available at the onboard spa
• Sauna
• Two hot tubs
• Fitness center
• Curated lectures, programs, musical performances, and cultural events
• Low passenger-to-crew ratio, plus onboard Destination Manager
• Knowledgeable staff by region
• Onboard medical doctor (travelers are responsible for medical fees associated with doctor visit and medications)
• Gift Shop
• Library with over 200 titles
• Separate, intimate dining space for groups or special events (available upon request)
• Complimentary unlimited WiFi (WiFi on certain segments of trips may not be available)
• Entertainment programming with 100 movie titles
• Environmentally friendly standards with reduced emissions into air and sea and lower energy consumption
• Dynamic positioning technology
• State-of-the-art safety technology, Polar Code 6 compliant, and fully compliant with the latest SOLAS requirements in expedition cruising
• Rolls-Royce stabilizer system; “Safe Return to Port” technology

• Wines brought onboard are carefully selected and regularly updated to ensure you’re enjoying the best harvest years
• Join in on a traditional Greek lunch at Magna Grecia Greek Farm. Sample its house made wine and olive oils while being regaled with local entertainment to boot
• Visit Jurlinovi Dvori, a local village estate in hills of Primosten, famous for it's strong Babic wine, that you will try during included lunch there
• Enjoy a wine tasting at a private Sicilian winery in Erice
• In Taormina, choose the Mount Etna tour for a winery visit and tasting
• Enjoy opportunities to dine on your own and discover regional wines

• Visit an old stone church in Dubrovnik for a Vantage-exclusive private concert by the Croatian Philharmonic Orchestra
• Visit the Šibenik Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Enjoy a dinner onboard with "klapa" singers, a UNESCO protected cultural heritage of Croatia
• Enjoy traditional Greek dance in Olympia
• Participate in informative onboard lectures that bring you closer to the local culture
• Discover a UNESCO-listed Intangible Cultural Heritage feature of Croatia when you visit an aloe lace museum in a Benedictine Monastery
• Behold the distinctive architecture of Malta and Syracuse
• Set foot in the world's smallest nation when you visit the Vatican Museum in the Vatican City

• UNESCO sites: the Acropolis, Delphi, Olympia, Corfu, Kotor and the Bay of Kotor, Dubrovnik Old City, Hvar Starigrad Plain, the Fort of St. Nichols, the defensive walls of Zadar, Diocletian's Palace, Alberobello, Etna, Siracusa, Valetta, the Aeolian Islands, Pompeii, Rome's historic center, and the Vatican
• Delphi, once known as the center of the world by ancient Greek mythologists, has been revered as a hotspot of ancient Greek culture and archeological sites for centuries and named a UNESCO World Heritage Site
• Enjoy natural beauty of the Bay of Kotor at this UNESCO-listed waterway and medieval town
• In UNESCO-listed Olympia, alongside temples, there are remains of various sporting venues from the festive games that began in 776 B.C.
• Step inside the trulli homes in UNESCO-listed Alberobello
• Circumnavigate Sicily and visit three of its most interesting coastal towns
• Uncover Maltese history in its historic capital, Valletta, and in a 5D movie experience
• Tour the ruins of ancient Pompeii

• Join in on a traditional Greek lunch at the Magna Grecia Greek Farm. Sample its house made wine and olive oils while being regaled with local entertainment to boot
• Athens restaurants are world-class, but so is its street food — at a fraction of the cost. Don't miss souvlaki, fava purée and pita, a classic Greek salad, or anything with feta cheese
• Visit Jurlinovi Dvori, a local village estate, for a lunch of local specialties and wine
• Enjoy lunch at a local masseria (country estate) in Puglia
• Granita or wine tasting (depending on choice of tour) in Taormina
• Wine tasting at a private Sicilian winery
• Home-hosted lunch with pizza-making demonstration at a local farm outside Pompeii
• Purchase Mediterranean Sea salt in the town of Erice, and see how it’s made
• Enjoy opportunities to dine on your own throughout your journey
• Enjoy locally inspired cuisine aboard the Ocean Odyssey, prepared by an expert chef

• Enjoy a very scenic itinerary, from driving through Puglia's countryside to sailing along the world-famous Dalmatian coastline with its 1,800 islands — only 66 of which are inhabited
• Visit Krka National Park, where waterfalls tumble into dramatic gorges
• Discover Hvar, an island known for its vast fields of lavender, ancient olive trees, and fruit orchards
• Visit Magna Grecia, a family-owned Greek agrotourism farm
• Discover different wine varietals and the unique soul and climate that helps them flourish
• Find out how Mediterranean sea salt is made along the salt road in Erice
• Explore the Aeolian Islands
• Enjoy scenic sailing along the coastlines of Greece, Montenegro, Croatia, and Italy

On this small ship ocean cruise, independent travelers will enjoy solo-friendly features, such as:

• Onboard Destination Manager to personalize your expedition
• Water-sport opportunities, depending on the location
• A lively social media night and musical performances most nights
• Solo-friendly social activities, including a Solo Connection mixer
• Onboard entertainment, lectures, and cooking demonstrations
• Health and wellness options, including onboard spa, jacuzzis, and a gym

Prior to your expedition cruise, our complimentary Concierge service will be available to help you customize your journey. Here are just a few services your Concierge can provide:

• Do you have a special birthday, anniversary, family reunion or other important event you want to celebrate on board? Let your Concierge know and he or she can make all the special arrangements, whether it’s a private reception in your suite, a gathering in the lounge, and more
• Restaurant reservations. Just notify your Concierge of your interests, and he or she will be happy to make recommendations, and will call ahead to reserve your table
• Special excursions. Would you like a limo to take you for a special night in the city? Perhaps you’d like to look up long-lost relatives. Your Concierge is here to help!
• Extend your stay! Your Concierge can help modify your hotel reservations and flights if you decide to stay on
• Tickets to local concerts, exhibits, theater, sporting events, and more

Take advantage of this free, start-to-finish service by making your requests prior to your journey or during your journey. We are one of the only companies to offer this level of service! Call 1-888-982-6824 or email Concierge@vantagetravel.com to speak to a Concierge today, or simply log into My Portfolio up to two weeks prior to departure.

During your journey, your onboard Destination Manager can assist with any special requests such as spa reservations, hotel reservations, and more.