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> COSTA TOURS ARE SAFER THAN EVER. We have set out new procedures to ensure social distancing, thanks to limited group size and the use of disposable headphones. Additionally, our guides are tested before every tour and they always wear protective masks.

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LONGEST SHOREX 8.30 The suggestion HOURS of our TOUR EXPERT

The trulli are not the only typical houses in the area. In , a circular-shaped village, you can visit the ‘cummerse’, small houses with sloping roofs. THE SASSI OF

Take an entire day to discover the best of Puglia: Matera is located about sixty kilometers south The capital of “trulli”, typical cone-shaped stone ALBEROBELLO AND ITS TRULLI and OSTUNI, of Bari. It is known for its two “Sassi” districts houses. There are more than 400 of them THE WHITE , with its alleyways and which form the ancient city of houses excavated and they are still inhabited or used as workshops unexpected sea views. In Alberobello, every Trullo into the rock of the Murgia plateau. today. A destination suitable for families where has its own story: ARTISAN STUDIOS AND ACTUAL Inhabited since Paleolithic times, the last tenants you can closely observe the local artisans at work. HOMES of people in the area. date back to the 1950s. Did you know that they still number over 400? Here they also shot Mel Gibson’s film The Passion Are you ready to try the FOCACCIA OF BARI, of Christ. the PASTA with Capocollo of and the local burrata? THE TRADITIONAL LUNCH is included. RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: NEW TOUR - Discovering the «white» towns 0116 - The sassi of Matera 016I - Alberobello. Tapsy tour for families

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Bari? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea Catania back

LONGEST The suggestion SHOREX 5.30 of our HOURS TOUR EXPERT If you ask for an “arancina” they will tell you to go to . In Catania the typical Sicilian street food made of rice is called “arancino”, ending in “o”. Only here, in Catania, the form ETNA of arancino is conical instead ORTIGIA AND ITS CRATERS TAORMINA of round. ORTIGIA, the old part of Syracuse, ONE OF THE Called “a muntagna” by locals, Etna is the highest Ancient colony of Magna Graecia located on a hill MOST BEAUTIFUL INHABITED ISLANDS IN THE active volcano on the Eurasian plate. 206 meters high. The most important monument WORLD, awaits you with a succession of temples, The road that leads to its summit crosses of Taormina is the Ancient Theatre, churches, palaces and fountains. Not to be missed vineyards and valleys made of stratified lava. a Greek-Roman theater still used today. is the FOUNTAIN OF ARETHUSA which, according At about 2000 meters, just below the caldera From here you can enjoy a spectacular view to Greek legend, tells of the love of Alpheus for of the volcano, there are the Silvestri Craters. of . For shopping, go to Corso a nymph. And in this location, which is "mythical" Here the landscape is lunar, dominated by the Umberto, the main street of the city, where there in every sense of the word, an EXCLUSIVE APERITIF, reds of the rocks and the blacks of the lava. are luxury boutiques, jewelers, clothing awaits you, with SEA VIEWS, naturally. A delicate and souvenir shops. soup of fresh fish en papillote together with the fragrance of Sicilian citrus, will give this splendid dish just the right flavor. RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: 1059 - MORE THAN A TOUR, A JOURNEY THROUGH TIME 0154 - Mount Etna and the Crateri Silvestri 0152 - Taormina and its enchanting historical centre

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Catania? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea Kefalonia back

LONGEST The suggestion SHOREX 5.30 of our HOURS TOUR EXPERT If you want to taste a good Robola, go directly to the producer. The most important on the island is the Robola Winery, located near the San Gerasimo MELISSANI SAN GERASIMO Monastery. IN KAYAK LAKE MONASTERY

It is the perfect excursion for enjoying the sea An underground lake also called “cave Agios Gerasimos, as he is called in Greek, of Greece. BY KAYAK you will explore the coast of the nymphs” that you cross on board a typical is the patron saint of Kefalonia. The monastery around Kefalonia WITH OUR CERTIFIED GUIDE wooden boat. There are stalactites, stalagmites dedicated to him is located on the plateau of ISKGA (International Sea Kayaking Guide and fantastic plays of light created by the rays Omala 400 meters above sea level, in an area Association). And with every paddle comes of the sun streaming through an opening rich in vineyards where Robola, a local wine, a surprise: SEA CAVES, ARCHES, deserted beaches in the cave’s roof as a result of an earthquake is produced and can be tasted. The monastery and limestone cli˜s. All this, above the blue. which caused the collapse of the ceiling is an example of . Below, on the other hand, you will explore of the cave. To get there you pass through a garden with 40 the depths while SNORKELING in the most old wells dug by the Saint himself. beautiful spots.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: KAYAKING IN THE BLUE OF KEFALONIA 00ZE - Melissani lake and the village of Agia Efimia 0887 - Melissani lake, monastery of St. Gerasimos and Robola winery

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Kefalonia? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea Corfù back

LONGEST SHOREX 4 HOURS The suggestion of our TOUR EXPERT

In 1386, voluntarily became a colony of Venice. Enjoy finding all the traces that the Venetian dominion has left GLYFADA on the island! BEACH PALEOKASTRITSA

A wide, sandy beach, the most well-equipped beach on the island. Resort overlooking the Ionian Sea. Its nature makes it a destination Perfect for families, in addition to umbrellas and sunbeds, for all tastes. On one side there are bays with sandy or white pebble you can find a fenced beach volleyball court, an inflatable water beaches. On the other there are caves, reefs and cli€s, park in the sea, bars and restaurants. ideal for snorkeling.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: 0804 - Relax at 5 stars 0805 - Jeep adventure: inland Corfù

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Corfù? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea back

LONGEST SHOREX 5 The suggestion HOURS of our TOUR EXPERT Want a local snack? Try the burek, a pu pastry filled with cheese, minced meat, potatoes and vegetables. Croatians eat it for breakfast, COPACABANA CAVTAT, but you can try it whenever you BEACH THE “OLD RAGUSA” want!

Located on the Babin Kuk peninsula, it is the largest beach One of the oldest settlements in this area of the Adriatic. in Dubrovnik. A wide coastline made mostly of pebbles. It is located on a hill, on the small peninsula Rat, surrounded The beach is equipped with slides and diving boards. Water sports by Mediterranean vegetation. Cavtat is a collection of Gothic, such as kayaking and jet skiing are also oered. Renaissance and stone houses, against a background of cypress, pine and olive trees.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: 01MB - Relax on Copacabana beach 01QY - Walking tour of Cavtat and Dubrovnik

With which itinerary “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Dubrovnik? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea Valletta back

LONGEST SHOREX 7.30 The suggestion HOURS of our TOUR EXPERT

Want to see open-air movie sets? Stop by Mdina, where they shot The Gladiator, Troy, Asterix and Obelix, and even the TV series Game of Thrones. MARSAXLOKK MOSTA BLU CAVE

Marsaxlokk, or Marsa Scirocco, is a small fishing A town inhabited since prehistoric times, Located in Wied iz-Zurrieq, on the southern coast village with stone houses known for its market it is known for the Rotunda, a large basilica with of Malta, it is an imposing rock formation rising and luzzi, Malta’s colorful fishing boats that have one of the largest domes in the world. Inside from the waters of the Mediterranean. two painted eyes on the bow. The market the church there is a replica of the bomb that fell Over 30 meters high, it has a characteristic in Marsaxlokkk is the ideal place to find fresh fish on the dome but did not explode during arched shape. In the interior you can get and local crafts. the Second World War. an up-close view of the coral formations that emerge from the sea. It is so named for the blue color given by the reflection of the water.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: 03AP - Art, Cinema and Taste 1722 - A day in Mdina and Mosta 01QK - The enchanting blue grotto

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Valletta? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea Mykonos back

LONGEST SHOREX 1 DAY The suggestion AND HALF of our TOUR EXPERT

If you are looking for a typical snack, pass through the village of Ano Mera. Here you can taste the Louza, a particularly tasty PARAGA ANO MERA sausage called “Mykonos ham”. BEACH VILLAGE

Along the southern coast of Mykonos there is a semi-hidden Ano Mera is the second most important village of Mykonos. beach that can be reached on board a caique: Paraga beach. It is located in the center of the island and at its peak are two Made of fine sand, it is surrounded by trees where you can find ruined windmills. It is the ideal place to try the gastronomy of some shade. The smooth rocks on the left side of the beach the island. The life of the village unfolds around the square in form small pools of sea water. front of the Byzantine monastery Panagia Tourliani, dedicated to Our Lady.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: 03FP - Mykonos: a 2-day experience 0865 - Sights and flavors of Mykonos

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Mykonos? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea Santorini back

LONGEST SHOREX 8 The suggestion HOURS of our TOUR EXPERT

The most enjoyable way to go to the port of Santorini is to take the cable car!

PERISSA NEA KAMENI OIA BEACH ISLAND VILLAGE

A long expanse of black volcanic sand that extends A small volcanic island in the heart of the caldera The village of Oia is located at the extreme approximately 7 kilometers. Mount Vouno separates of Santorini. The volcano is still active northwest tip of the island of Santorini, it from Kamari, another volcanic beach. and can be visited. To reach it you cross a lunar on the edge of the high cli€s on the west coast. Perissa beach o€ers the most amenities landscape without vegetation made of black The village has a characteristic appearance with on the island with straw umbrellas, taverns and reddish rocks. From below you can feel small houses full of flowers, churches with blue and restaurants. Here the sea is ideal for snorkeling. theheat coming from the ground. domes and windmills. Oia o€ers the most beautiful sunsets of Santorini: from here the view of the sun is not hidden by other islands, as in other places.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: 02FH - Flavors and colors of Santorini 0926 - Walk on the slopes of the volcano 1919 - Beautiful Oia and a walk around Fira

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Santorini? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea Venice back

LONGEST SHOREX 7 The suggestion HOURS of our TOUR EXPERT

You can’t visit Venice without taking a gondola ride, the traditional boat that will introduce you to the city BASSANO by crossing “riis” and canals. DEL GRAPPA MURANO

A medieval village in the middle of the hills. The island is known throughout the world for its glass The three main attractions of the village are mushrooms, making. It forms the shape of a mini-Venice and is formed ceramics and 'graspa', the local grappa. There are many types by 9 small islands joined by bridges with the Grand Canal and they can be tasted in the various distilleries. in the middle. Along the streets there are many laboratories There is also a museum dedicated to this typical distillate. and workshops where you can observe glass blowing by a master glassmaker.

RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: RECOMMENDED EXCURSION: NEW TOUR - The best of venetian tradition 0327 - Murano and Burano

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1 day itinerary at sea “Greece, “Blue “From Pizzica 1 day can I visit endless fun” Greece” at sea to Sirtaki”

1 day Venice? on Costa Deliziosa 1 day on Costa Luminosa at sea on Costa Magica at sea