Embark on a captivating sailing journey exploring the enchanting islands of Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba. Begin in Olbia, Sardinia, and sail to Bastia and Calvi in Corsica, where you’ll discover the island’s rich culture and history. Visit Portoferraio on Elba to explore exclusive vineyards and Napoleon’s villas. Cruise along Sardinia’s stunning Costa Smeralda, with its emerald waters and snow-white cliffs. Conclude the adventure in Bonifacio, Corsica, known for its dramatic white cliffs and historic fortress city, before returning to Olbia. An unforgettable voyage of natural beauty, history, and adventure awaits.
- A Rich Tapestry of Wonder: Discover the diversity of Corsica, a mountain island of culture and history.
- The Eclectic Island of Elba: Tour exclusive vineyards, explore Napoleon’s villas, and swim in secluded coves.
- Shimmering Costa Smeralda: The emerald green sea is set against snow-white cliffs on this part of Sardinia.
- Staircase to the Sea: Don’t miss the white cliffs and grand harbor entrance to the fortress city of Bonifacio.
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Prices quoted here are often dependent on currency fluctuations. Please check with (01432 507450 or [email protected]) for the very latest price, which may well be cheaper than the one advertised here.
Departure 7:00 pm
Olbia, a Mediterranean gem, captivates with ancient grandeur and contemporary allure. The historic ruins of Castello di Pedres narrate a fascinating tale, while beaches like Pittulongu entice with their crystal-clear waters. The city's vibrant ambiance and culinary diversity, coupled with the surrounding natural beauty, render Olbia an enchanting destination, offering both cultural immersion and beachfront bliss.
Climbing the rigging, untying ropes, setting sails – today is all about sailing. Time to lean back and relax in the deck chair and watch the passionate crew hoisting the sails by hand.
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pm
He could, Napoléon Bonaparte once said, recognize his home island by the smell with his eyes closed. And indeed – as soon as the windjammer approaches Corsica, the sea breeze mixes with the spicy scent of the macchia, which covers the island like a green carpet. Sun, wind and sea have shaped the diverse island, where high peaks alternate with fertile valleys, rugged cliffs with gentle beaches. The port city of Bastia radiates a lot of Mediterranean flair. Its lively center is the square Saint-Nicolas, which – like the pretty old town at the harbor – can be easily reached on foot.
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pm
Although Elba is only a small Tuscan island, you will be surprised by how diverse it is. Imposing cliffs, white sandy beaches, avenues of cypresses, vineyards and olive groves, traditional villages and elegant beach resorts make the place of Napoleon's exile somewhere you would in fact like to be banished for longer. The beautiful old town of Portoferraio with its narrow streets of steps and medieval fortress is set high up on a rocky headland. In the enchanting town of Porto Azzurro, the palm-lined promenades, charming piazzas and small beach are at the center of the town's activities.
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 6:00 pm
Calvi has something enjoyable to suit every taste. Romantics can take a walk through the old town and the view from the fortified walls is not to be missed. A stroll through the town's streets brings you to the colorful, lively lower town with its bars and exclusive cafés. Anyone who enjoys a walk on the sand will love the town's long beach. To the east, sheltered by the highest mountains in Corsica, a lush green wild garden has grown around Calvi, filled with olive groves and orange trees. In the La Balagne region in the interior, you can discover hidden picturesque villages which show you the traditional side of Corsica and, displaying the idiosyncratic pride on the island, there is scarcely a road sign that is not written in the Corsican language.
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pm
The majestic-looking little town of Ajaccio sits in a beautiful bay on the south of the island. Its Mediterranean atmosphere evokes the Côte d’Azur, but with a typically Corsican character. Napoleon Bonaparte was born in Ajaccio and the great Corsican is still present everywhere today. One of Napoleon's uncles bequeathed his art collection to the town and you can now view this in one of the museums.
Arrival 8:00 am, Departure 1:30 pm
A beautiful beachside promenade and, on a headland, the old town of Alghero which sits defiantly behind thick fortifications. Alghero is something very special. Many buildings and squares in the charming old town were built when it was ruled by the Catalans and some of the inhabitants still speak a dialect of Catalan today. That's why the town is also lovingly known as "Little Barcelona". Grand palaces, numerous churches and towers, winding lanes and lively squares with snug bars and restaurants transport you into the Middle Ages with a Catalan-Gothic character.
Arrival 1:30 pm, Departure 11:00 pm
The chalk cliffs are visible even from a long way away and fall away steeply into the sea like a wall – around 70 meters (230 foot) high. Hidden behind them is a fjord-like inlet, which provides the beautiful entrance into the natural harbor of Bonifacio. The elegant modern lower town is set around the harbor with a promenade that runs the length of the deep harbor bay and leads to the elegant marina. More than 187 stone steps, majestically named the "Staircase of the King of Aragon", lead you up to the medieval upper town which sits lofty and impregnable high up on the top of a steep chalk cliff.
Arrival 8:00 am
Olbia, a Mediterranean gem, captivates with ancient grandeur and contemporary allure. The historic ruins of Castello di Pedres narrate a fascinating tale, while beaches like Pittulongu entice with their crystal-clear waters. The city's vibrant ambiance and culinary diversity, coupled with the surrounding natural beauty, render Olbia an enchanting destination, offering both cultural immersion and beachfront bliss.
Itineraries are subject to change.
Sea Cloud
| Launched | 1931 |
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| Capacity | 64 passengers |
| Length | 109 metres |
Sea Cloud is a ship with a soul, imbued by the original owners, Marjorie Merriweather Post and her husband E.F. Hutton in the 1930’s. The ship has played host to royalty, known service in wartime, and sailed the world over. She is a vessel of incomparable grace that harks back to the golden age of ship travel. Once you’ve been on Sea Cloud under full sail, you’ll begin your own love affair.
Welcome aboard a legend Sea Cloud accommodates 58 guests in 28 outside cabins including two original owner’s suites that still feature original marble baths and fireplaces. At 360 feet she is an expansive ship with extensive public spaces on the top deck, where we luxuriate in deck chairs and watch the crew of 18 go aloft in the web of riggings to hand-set her 30 sails. Her dining room is hung with marine oil paintings of the period and accommodates all guests at once for a single seating. We’ll gather in the lounge each evening for Recap. Life aboard is a uniquely pleasing mix of elegance and informality—a return to the golden age of sailing in shorts and deck shoes. You’ll find all shipboard services impeccable.
Discover the romance of tall ship sailingExperience something many people don’t know exists in the 21st century—the romance of life under square sails. Discover the thrill of standing on deck as Sea Cloud gently glides through the water, her crew aloft in the riggings, running out and reefing sails. Settle in to your favorite areas on the top deck and bask in the incomparable experience of traveling aboard the finest tall ship to ever sail the seas. Lose yourself in an adventure that, in this day and age, is almost unimaginable.
