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Welcome to Aurora Expeditions’ The Godfather 

For Italy aficionados, no trip to their favourite country is complete without visiting its southern shores, spending time on the cherished island of Sicily and dropping into the Mediterranean gem of Malta. Contested for centuries by Europe’s legendary empires, the Amalfi Coast, Sicily and Malta are a modern-day traveller’s dream. The coastline is dotted with a colourful array of sun-drenched resorts, picturesque clifftop villages, and impressive ancient cities. Combined with the quintessential Mediterranean lifestyle, delicious food and wine, and the region’s intriguing political history, this segment of Europe overflows with tales of family feuds, hidden secrets and dangerous liaisons, making its shores a fascinating find. This journey inspires stories spanning from indulgent emperors to slave uprisings and from buried cities to resort towns brimming with wanton excess. Their stories tell epic tales on this voyage of 'Godfather proportions’. 

Highlights

Discover the enchanting Amalfi Coast’s cliffside villages, imperial retreats and modern-day celebrity hideaways
Explore Malta’s heroic history from the Knights of St John to Napoleon and WWII
Uncover Sicily’s complex past, where powerful families vied for control and secret liaisons led to dramatic feuds
Unearth ancient ruins and stories of survival from the streets of Pompeii, Neapolis Archaeological Park in Syracuse and the slopes of Mt Etna to the Monte Cassino campaign

Itinerary

Staterooms and Prices

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Our Ship

The Douglas Mawson

Our new purpose-built small ship, the Douglas Mawson.
Capacity
154 Passengers Maximum (130 on Expedition)
Year built
2025
Cabins
86
Length
104.4 m
Decks
8
Speed
10-12 Knots

Loyal Travelers

We love celebrating our loyal expeditioners who return to explore with us. After your first Aurora Expeditions voyage, you’ll automatically achieve Bronze Adventurer status. The more voyages you embark on, the higher you climb—progressing to Silver and eventually Gold!

Solo Travelers

Voyages with Aurora Expeditions are such a fantastic choice for solo travelers, giving you the chance to experience the world’s most remote and incredible destinations with like-minded travelers and our expert guides, while on board our small, social and welcoming ships.

Your Choice Experiences

Our ‘Your Choice’ curated excursions and enrichment program are included in your voyage. They offer you a choice of experiences designed to bring cruising to a whole new level. Experience a medley of culture, traditions, and history as you travel beyond the ordinary, immersing yourself in each destination and creating lasting memories.