26 nights. Madagascar, Tanzania, Kenya, Seychelles, Jordan, Egypt, Greece, Italy

Day 1

durban, south africa

Departure: 17:00

Durban is a city of South Africa in the province of KwaZulu-Natal, on the banks of the Indian Ocean. With 3,5 million inhabitants it is the biggest third city of the country, after Johannesburg and Cape Town Durban is South Africa’s self-styled 'playground', where year-round warm weather encourages visitors to make the most of the province’s outdoor lifestyle. Also known as 'Surf City', Durban is renowned for its magnificent bathing and surfing beaches, which stretch along the city's beachfront from Durban harbor in the south to the upmarket suburb of Umhlanga in the north. An expansive paved promenade offers access to the best of these beaches – the Golden Mile – where joggers, cyclists, dog owners, surfers, body boarders and walkers enjoy early-morning and late-afternoon exercise. Visitors cannot miss, Segway tours, a city-viewing Sky Car and bungee swing. Culturally, Durban exhibits a mix of Indian, Zulu and post-colonial influences, reflected in the city’s architecture and cuisine. Curries, seafood and fusion food are popular at beachfront restaurants, and coffee shops that line Florida Road and Helen Joseph Road. Durban its the perfect place for visitors.

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Day 2

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 3

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 4

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 5

nosy be, madagascar

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 16:00

Nosy Be is an island off the northwest coast of Madagascar. Nosy Be is the Madagascar's largest and busiest tourist resort. Here you’ll find volcanic lakes, lazy lemurs, rum distilleries, Ylang Ylang plantations and intricate coral reefs. Flora and fauna lovers will be in seventh heaven at the beautiful Lokobe Nature Special Reserve.

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Day 6

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 7

zanzibar, tanzania

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 20:00

Zanzibar is a semi-autonomous archipelago off the coast of Tanzania consisting of Zanzibar Island or Unguja, Pemba Island and many smaller islands. Zanzibar is an infusion of Arabic, Indian and African cultures. There is a lot to see and to do on Zanzibar Island. First and foremost, do enjoy the amazing white sand beaches especially at the north, east and south coast. The sand has the consistency of castor sugar. Zanzibar also has quite a lot of caves, as Tazani near Nungwi. Also do a village tour that are offered all over the island. The market in Stone Town, the enchanting capital, is one of the largest, most vibrant open-air markets anywhere. It doesn’t get any better than Zanzibar. Beautiful beaches, historical architecture, friendly people and affordable services. Adventures and relaxation await you.

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Day 8

mombasa, kenya

Arrival: 07:00

The coastal town of Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya. Located in the South-Eastern part of Kenya, it is East Africa’s largest port and it is Kenya’s major tourist destination. The town is full of Indian influences as well as Arab, Swahili, and Bajuni. Mombasa undoubtedly has one of the best white sandy beaches and coral reefs that Africa has to offer. Coupled with historic sites and furnished with an array of hotels on the beachfront, Mombasaa is the ideal place for a vacation. The highlights of Mombasa are the Old town, Fort Jesus, Mombasa tusks, the Hindu temple, Bamburi nature trail, Mamba village, Bombolulu workshop and the Gedi Ruins. Mombasa offers diverse marine life, world-class hotels and a friendly atmosphere. There is a tropical climate all year; it is a great destination filled with activities for all ages.

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Day 9

mombasa, kenya

Departure: 16:00

The coastal town of Mombasa is the second largest city in Kenya. Located in the South-Eastern part of Kenya, it is East Africa’s largest port and it is Kenya’s major tourist destination. The town is full of Indian influences as well as Arab, Swahili, and Bajuni. Mombasa undoubtedly has one of the best white sandy beaches and coral reefs that Africa has to offer. Coupled with historic sites and furnished with an array of hotels on the beachfront, Mombasaa is the ideal place for a vacation. The highlights of Mombasa are the Old town, Fort Jesus, Mombasa tusks, the Hindu temple, Bamburi nature trail, Mamba village, Bombolulu workshop and the Gedi Ruins. Mombasa offers diverse marine life, world-class hotels and a friendly atmosphere. There is a tropical climate all year; it is a great destination filled with activities for all ages.

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Day 10

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 11

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 12

Port Victoria, seychelles

Arrival: 08:00 - Departure: 18:00

Seychelles, officially the Republic of Seychelles, is an archipelago in the Indian Ocean. The 115-island country, whose capital is Victoria, at east of mainland Southeast Africa. Other nearby island countries and territories include Comoros, Mayotte,Madagascar, Réunion, and Mauritius to the south. The warm Indian Ocean waters make Seychelles the perfect place for the water enthusiasts. MAIN TOURIST ATTRACTIONS • Beaches. Many of the beaches are untouched by man's influence and are refreshingly uncrowded. • Vallee de Mai is a national park and world heritage site, home to amazing flora and fauna, including the world's largest seed: the coco de mer. • Aldabra Atoll: The world's largest coral atoll that stretches about 22 miles east to west and encloses a huge tidal lagoon. • Hiking There are several maintained hiking routes on the main island of Mahe and a few on Praslin.

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Day 13

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 14

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 15

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 16

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 17

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 18

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 19

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 20

aqaba, jordan

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 21:00

Aqaba is Jordan's only port city, located on the Gulf of Aqaba in the extreme south of the country. Aqaba is Jordan's window on the Red Sea. Aqaba has experienced great development in recent years, a fact that has led to the improved infrastructure and facilities. Aqaba has been an inhabited settlement since 4000 BC due to its strategic location at the crossroads of trade routes between Asia and Africa. During World War I, the Ottoman forces were forced to withdraw from Aqaba after a raid, known as the Battle of Aqaba, led by TE Lawrence (known as Lawrence of Arabia) and the Arab forces of Sharif Hussein in 1917. The most important sites to see in Aqaba are: • Aqaba Fort Originally dating from the 14th century AD, although the present structure was built by the Mamluk Sultan el-Ghawri Qansawh (1501-1516) and has been revised many times since. • Ayla, (next to the Moevenpick complex). The ancient city that was established when Islam arrived in the area in 622 AD. • Roman Church of the 4th century: The oldest Christian church in history. • Aqaba Museum: This unique museum is definitely one of the main attractions of Aqaba as it displays a variety of assets, as well as life-size models of traditional life in one of the oldest cities in Jordan. It also contains a collection of rare historical images from the beginning of the last century to the present.

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Day 21

suez canal (passage)

Arrival: 19:00 - Departure: 19:15

Suez is a seaport city in north-eastern Egypt, located on the north coast of the Gulf of Suez (a branch of the Red Sea), near the southern terminus of the Suez Canal, having the same boundaries as Suez governorate. It has three harbours, Adabya, Ain Sukhna and Port Tawfiq, and extensive port facilities. Together they form a metropolitan area. Railway lines and highways connect the city with Cairo, Port Said, and Ismailia. Suez has a petrochemical plant, and its oil refineries have pipelines carrying the finished product to Cairo.

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Day 22

suez canal (passage)

Arrival: 15:00 - Departure: 15:15

Suez is a seaport city in north-eastern Egypt, located on the north coast of the Gulf of Suez (a branch of the Red Sea), near the southern terminus of the Suez Canal, having the same boundaries as Suez governorate. It has three harbours, Adabya, Ain Sukhna and Port Tawfiq, and extensive port facilities. Together they form a metropolitan area. Railway lines and highways connect the city with Cairo, Port Said, and Ismailia. Suez has a petrochemical plant, and its oil refineries have pipelines carrying the finished product to Cairo.

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Day 23

rhodes, greece

Arrival: 14:00 - Departure: 20:00

Rhodes is the principal city and a former municipality on the island of Rhodes in the Dodecanese, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Rhodes, of which it is the seat and a municipal unit. It has a population of approximately 50,000 inhabitants (near 90,000 in its metropolitan area). Rhodes has been famous since antiquity as the site of Colossus of Rhodes, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. The citadel of Rhodes, built by the Hospitalliers, is one of the best-preserved medieval towns in Europe, which in 1988 was designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Today, the city of Rhodes is an important Greek urban center and popular international tourist destination.

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Day 24

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 25

Scenic Cruising Seydisfjordur

Sailing on a cruise to Seyðisfjörður, east Iceland, you'll feel surrounded by snow-capped mountains, waterfalld streams, and emerald-green valleys. Even on cloudy days, the colorful buildings of the city of Seyðisfjörður jut above the 17 km (10.5 mi) fjord. Most of the houses are prefabricated in wood and were imported from Norway more than 100 years ago, giving the city a timeless atmosphere. Today, the 700 inhabitants of Seyðisfjörð keep it fashionable thanks to art and culture, especially in summer, when ferries arrive with visitors from Denmark and the Faroe Islands. Following the Fjarðará River and its two dozen waterfalls into the mountains along trails and gravel roads, there is a mountain pass that connects Seyðisfjörð with the rest of Iceland. With a height of 1000 m (3280 ft), Bjólfur and Strandartindur are the most imposing fjords among the seven surrounding Seyðisfjörð. Skálanes, a nature and research reserve east of the city, is home to 47 species of birds, including common woodlands, Arctic swallows and Europe's largest falcon. When you're there, you might also see puffins hatching, seals resting on volcanic beaches, and sheep grazing the fjord.

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Day 26

Civitavecchia (Rome), italy

Arrival: 07:00 - Departure: 18:00

Modern and old, past and present go side by side, all the time. Whether you are in Rome for 3 days, 3 weeks or 3 months, be prepared to step into the world’s biggest open air museum. Rome will seduce you and it will hardly leave you indifferent. It will surprise you, since has so much to offer to any visitor, and it’s beauty is just been merely blurred by time passing by. Rome is one of world's most photogenic cities - not surprising when you remember what's here - The Vatican, the Trevi Fountain, St Peter's Square, Spanish Steps, Colosseum... Whether you spend your time sightseeing, or lazing in cafés watching the world go by, it will be your turn to feature in your very own Roman Holiday. If you can plan to stay as long as a week, you won't run out of things to do and you'll still feel like you're leaving too soon.

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Day 27

genoa, italy

Arrival: 08:00

Genova is a city of contrasts: it is a city of art as well as an industrial city. It has glass skyscrapers and medieval towers, business centers and unspoiled historic sites. Genoa is one of Italy’s most important ports that now accommodates Europe’s largest aquarium and the largest maritime history museum in the Mediterranean. Strolling down its narrow, twisting lanes, known as caruggi, visitors will discover architectonic gems, some excellent museums and art galleries. Porta Soprana, the best known gate in the ancient Genoa city walls, gives way to the Piazza de Ferrari, with its Palace of the Doges and the Opera House. Along the Strade Nuove, a stunning avenue listed as a World Heritage Site, is where we find the Palazzi dei Rolli, a roster of aristocratic homes that are a reminder of the city’s imperial past. Genoa is an elusive and secretive city, it will take you to great bars, share its cuisine and give you a glimpse of culture, but it’ll have to get to know you first.

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