--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 0f5153f0-28e2-4e30-b695-1ec60621a990 slug: 2194313 voyage_code: ST92604 cruise_line: Lindblad Expeditions ship: Sea Cloud II departure_date: return_date: nights: 10 embarkation_port: Valletta, Malta disembarkation_port: Valletta, Malta starting_price_usd: None bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T12:55:28Z --- # The Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta > Lindblad Expeditions · Sea Cloud II · May 29 – Jun 7   (10 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Lindblad Expeditions | | **Ship** | Sea Cloud II | | **Duration** | 10 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Valletta, Malta | | **Disembarkation Port** | Valletta, Malta | | **Starting Price** | N/A USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | ST92604 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Valletta, Malta **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Valletta (or Il-Belt) is the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. It’s known for museums, palaces and grand churches. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece "The Beheading of Saint John." ― ### Day 2: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 3: Agrigento **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Agrigento is a hilltop city on Sicily's southwest shore. It's known for the ruins of the ancient city of Akragas in the Valley of the Temples, a vast archaeological site with well-preserved Greek temples. On the modern city's outskirts is the Museo Archeologico Regionale 'Pietro Griffo', with artifacts and a telamon (giant male figure). West lies Scala dei Turchi, a stepped white cliff overlooking sandy beaches. ### Day 4: Erice **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: At Sea Enjoy a relaxing day at sea exploring the ship's amenities. ### Day 6: Taormina **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Taormina is a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily. It sits near Mount Etna, an active volcano with trails leading to the summit. The town is known for the Teatro Antico di Taormina, an ancient Greco-­Roman theater still used today. Near the theater, cliffs drop to the sea forming coves with sandy beaches. A narrow stretch of sand connects to Isola Bella, a tiny island and nature reserve. ### Day 7: Siracusa, Sicily **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Syracuse is a city on the Ionian coast of Sicily, Italy. It's known for its ancient ruins. The central Archaeological Park Neapolis comprises the Roman Amphitheater, the Teatro Greco and the Orecchio di Dionisio, a limestone cave shaped like a human ear. The Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi exhibits terracotta artifacts, Roman portraits and Old Testament scenes carved into white marble. ### Day 8: Gozo **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Gozo is an island in the Mediterranean Sea, one of 21 that make up the Maltese archipelago. Inhabited for thousands of years, it shows evidence of historic immigration and rule by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Sicilians, French and British, among others. It’s known for its Neolithic Ä gantija Temple ruins, rural hiking paths, beaches and scuba-diving sites. ### Day 9: Valletta, Malta **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Valletta (or Il-Belt) is the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. It’s known for museums, palaces and grand churches. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece "The Beheading of Saint John." ― ### Day 10: Valletta, Malta **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Valletta (or Il-Belt) is the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. It’s known for museums, palaces and grand churches. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece "The Beheading of Saint John." ― ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Pricing | Contact for latest fares | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Guaranteed Cabin** (Code: G) Guaranteed Cabin **De Luxe Double Bed** (Code: D) De luxe double-bed cabins No. 218-223 (Cat. D) De luxe double-bed cabins No. 218-223 (Cat. D) The Category D de luxe double-bed cabins are located on the Cabin Deck, where the hospital, sauna, swim platform and fitness area can be found. Cabin size: Approx. 21 m² / 226 sq ft Furnishings: Thre... **De Luxe Double Bed** (Code: E) De luxe double-bed cabins No. 207-217, 224-231 (Cat. E) The comfortable cabins in Category E are located on the Cabin Deck, where the hospital, sauna, swim platform and fitness area can be found. Cabin size: No. 207-210 approx. 19 m² / 204 sq ft No. 211-217, 224-231 approx. 20 m² / 215 sq ft ... **Upper/Lower Bed** (Code: F) Upper-/lower-bed cabins No. 204-206 (Cat. F) These cabins are in the traditional windjammer style with upper and lower beds. They are located on the Cabin Deck. Cabin size: Approx. 14 m² / 150 sq ft Furnishings: Two portholes, chair, table, TV with DVD player, mini-bar, dressing table, closet, ... **De Luxe Double Bed** (Code: C) De luxe double-bed cabins No. 301 and 302 (Cat. C) De luxe double-bed cabins No. 301 and 302 (Cat. C) The Category C deluxe double-bed cabins are located on the Promenade Deck, where the restaurant, boutique and the reception can be found. Cabin size: Approx. 20 m² / 215 sq ft Furnishings: Pan... ### Suite Cabins **Owners Suite** (Code: A) Luxury owner suites No. 401 and 402 (Cat. A) Luxury owner suites No. 401 and 402 (Cat. A) The charming luxury owner suites are located on the Lido Deck where you can also find the library and the lounge. Unlike the owner suite no. 401 pictured, owner suite 402 is decorated in orange. Cabin size... **Junior Suite** (Code: B) Junior suites No. 303-319 (Cat. B) Junior suites No. 303-319 (Cat. B) The spacious junior suites are conveniently located on the Promenade Deck, where the restaurant, boutique, and the reception can be found. Cabin size: No. 303 approx. 22 m² / 237 sq ft No. 304 approx. 21,5 m² / 231 sq ft No... ## Ship Information ### Sea Cloud II The SEA CLOUD II can be recognised as the true sister ship of the legendary SEA CLOUD, but has its own, very unique character. It combines the high standards expected of a modern cruise ship with the unique atmosphere of a romantic tall ship. A windjammer gives you that feeling of boundless freedom - a feeling that reaches its pinnacle as you sail the seas under open skies. But this is a feeling that pervades the SEA CLOUD II at all times, manifested in the on-board lifestyle and forged by the expansive space of the four decks, the relaxed social atmosphere and the space for private contemplation. The lounge, the library, the restaurant, the cabins and the gym are all imbued with stylish comfort. Every area has its own way of enticing visitors, so you will still discover new favourite places even after days. The decks of the SEA CLOUD II are therefore an ideal place to transform any journey into a very special experience - for couples, groups of friends, anniversary parties or larger events. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 94 | | Crew | 65 | | Gross Tonnage | 3,849.0 | | Length | 384.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Ports of Call ### Valletta, Malta *Coordinates: 35.8922, 14.5128* Valletta (or Il-Belt) is the tiny capital of the Mediterranean island nation of Malta. The walled city was established in the 1500s on a peninsula by the Knights of St. John, a Roman Catholic order. It’s known for museums, palaces and grand churches. Baroque landmarks include St. John’s Co-Cathedral, whose opulent interior is home to the Caravaggio masterpiece "The Beheading of Saint John." â€... ### Agrigento *Coordinates: 37.3112, 13.577* Agrigento is a hilltop city on Sicily's southwest shore. It's known for the ruins of the ancient city of Akragas in the Valley of the Temples, a vast archaeological site with well-preserved Greek temples. On the modern city's outskirts is the Museo Archeologico Regionale 'Pietro Griffo', with artifacts and a telamon (giant male figure). West lies Scala dei Turchi, a stepped white cliff overlooking... ### Erice ### Taormina *Coordinates: 37.8516, 15.2853* Taormina is a hilltop town on the east coast of Sicily. It sits near Mount Etna, an active volcano with trails leading to the summit. The town is known for the Teatro Antico di Taormina, an ancient Greco-­Roman theater still used today. Near the theater, cliffs drop to the sea forming coves with sandy beaches. A narrow stretch of sand connects to Isola Bella, a tiny island and nature reserve. ### Siracusa, Sicily *Coordinates: 37.0665, 15.2844* Syracuse is a city on the Ionian coast of Sicily, Italy. It's known for its ancient ruins. The central Archaeological Park Neapolis comprises the Roman Amphitheater, the Teatro Greco and the Orecchio di Dionisio, a limestone cave shaped like a human ear. The Museo Archeologico Regionale Paolo Orsi exhibits terracotta artifacts, Roman portraits and Old Testament scenes carved into white marble. ### Gozo *Coordinates: 36.0443, 14.2512* Gozo is an island in the Mediterranean Sea, one of 21 that make up the Maltese archipelago. Inhabited for thousands of years, it shows evidence of historic immigration and rule by the Phoenicians, Romans, Arabs, Sicilians, French and British, among others. It’s known for its Neolithic Ä gantija Temple ruins, rural hiking paths, beaches and scuba-diving sites. ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2194313 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2194313 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2194313.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2194313/ - **Primary Image:** ax6uh8qo0a8j.compat.objectstorage.us-chicago-1.oraclecloud.com/v3/static/cruise-lines/sea-cloud-cruises/sea-cloud-ii/ship/45096.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 12:55:28 UTC