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Admire the ornate beauty of the mosques
from $14,000
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Mahe to Dubai

Cruise from Seychelles to Arabian Gulf - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Shadow
  • Discover Muscat’s grand mosque
  • Cruise Khasab desert fjords
  • Visit Abu Dhabi landmarks
  • Marvel at Dubai skyline
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Mahe Island / Dubai
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Set out on an 18-day cruise from Mahe, Seychelles, to Dubai aboard Silver Shadow. Explore Praslin’s beaches, Oman’s cultural gems, and Abu Dhabi’s majestic mosques. Enjoy scenic sea days, guided tours, and Arabian wonders from Muscat to Doha and Bahrain, before ending amid Dubai’s soaring skyline.
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The Roman theatre in Cartagena
from $11,330
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Ancient shores of the Mediterranean

Valletta - Malaga - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • See Valletta UNESCO heritage site
  • Discover Syracuse Greek heritage
  • Visit Agrigento Valley Temples
  • Tour Tunis Carthage SidiBouSaid
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Valletta / Malaga
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11-day cruise from Valletta to Málaga aboard Le Bougainville explores Malta, Sicily, Tunisia, Algeria, and Spain. Syracuse, Agrigento, Tunis, Algiers, Cartagena, Almería, Melilla, and Granada highlight ancient sites, coastal cities, and UNESCO-listed heritage stops.
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Explore the beautiful Canary Islands
from $9,540
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Spain, Morocco, & Atlantic Isles – with Smithsonian Journeys

Lisbon to Canary Islands - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Walk at Cadiz old quarter
  • Explore Marbella old town
  • Visit Tangier medina
  • Ride Funchal cable cars
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Lisbon / Las Palmas
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Embark on a 14-day Atlantic route from Lisbon to the Canary Islands aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Portugal, southern Spain, Morocco, Madeira, and the Canaries, combining historic cities, coastal towns, island capitals, and uninterrupted time at sea.
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Walk along the beaches of Dubai
from $14,500
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Dubai to Athens

18 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Shadow
  • Walk ancient Petra
  • Visit Luxor’s temples
  • Sail through the Suez Canal
  • Experience Alexandria history
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Dubai / Athens
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Sail on an 18-day cruise aboard Silver Shadow from Dubai to Athens. Start among Dubai’s modern landmarks, relax with days at sea, and discover Salalah’s frankincense history and coastal beauty. Walk Petra’s carved sandstone paths, explore Luxor’s temples and tombs, transit the Suez Canal, and end with two days in Alexandria.
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Explore the stunning island of Santorini
from $18,360
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Greek Isles, Turkey & The Pyramids

Piraeus - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Athens Parthenon
  • Tour Kusadasi historic Ephesus
  • Wander Agios Nikolaos harbor
  • See Cairo majestic Sphinx
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Piraeus / Valletta
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Join a 12-day cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II, exploring the beautiful Turkish coast, ancient Ephesus, and the stunning sunsets of Santorini. Then journey to Egypt's Pyramids, visit Crete's Agios Nikolaos, Sicily's Taormina, and wrap up in Valletta, Malta, experiencing rich history and diverse cultures.
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Explore for a stunning view of the sea
from $16,115
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Iberian & Moroccan Wonders: Spain to Portugal

Barcelona - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ikon
  • Tour Cartagena Roman Theater ruins
  • See limestone Rock of Gibraltar
  • Walk Tangier winding streets
  • Admire Portimao Praia da Rocha
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Barcelona / Lisbon
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Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Scenic Ikon, exploring the Iberian coastline from Valencia to Costa del Sol. Visit historical sites, experience local markets in Tangier, and admire the Algarve's stunning coastal cliffs in Portimao.
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Explore for a stunning view of the sea
from $19,995
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The Mediterranean: Beyond the Icons

Valletta - Lisbon - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Tour the ruins of Agrigento
  • Discover historic Palermo
  • Wander scenic Cagliari
  • Experience San Pietro
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Valletta / Lisbon
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Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking
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Set sail on a 15-day voyage aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring the lesser-known Mediterranean shores and their rich history. Visit unique sites like the golden temples of Agrigento and the vibrant Ballaro market in Palermo, where history and culture intertwine.
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Traditional Cozido meal taken from the ground on the island of São Miguel, Azores, Portugal.
from $27,181
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Azores to Barcelona: A Special Solar Eclipse Voyage

Azores to Barcelona - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Witness Solar Eclipse
  • Savor cozido, discover Azores
  • Visit Málaga Fortress
  • Private visit to Alhambra Palace
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Ponta Delgada / Barcelona
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Embark on a 13-day voyage from the Azores to Barcelona aboard the National Geographic Orion. Explore Ponta Delgada, witness a total solar eclipse near Tangier, and visit Málaga, Granada, Cartagena, and Valencia in exceptional comfort.
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Sunset over Palermo
from $9,200
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Culture and islands of the Mediterranean

Tarragona to Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Tarragona’s Roman Heritage
  • Discover Mahon’s Menorcan Culture
  • Visit Ancient Carthage
  • Explore Sicily’s Historic Cities
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Tarragona / Valletta
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Spa Relaxation, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Explore a 12-day Mediterranean journey from Tarragona to Valletta aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Mahon, Cagliari, Tunis, Trapani, Palermo, Reggio di Calabria, Catania and Syracuse. Discover Roman, Phoenician, Greek, Arab, Norman and Baroque heritage across Spain, Tunisia and Italy, with a day at sea to enjoy onboard facilities and activities.
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Explore Palma de Mallorca
from $10,545
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Cultures of the Mediterranean Barcelona to Civitavecchia

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Visit Palma de Mallorca cathedral
  • Wander Mahon Georgian buildings
  • Discover Cagliari citadel
  • Tour Tunis ancient Medina
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Barcelona / Civitavecchia
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Set sail on a 12-day Western Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona aboard the Emerald Sakara, visiting Palma de Mallorca, Tunis, Malta, Sicily, and Sorrento. Explore stunning architecture, ancient ruins, and beautiful coastlines before concluding your journey at Civitavecchia, Rome's port.
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Gelato Shop
from $18,695
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Sailing 'The Med': A Mediterranean Feast

Valletta - Lisbon - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Wander Valletta Barrakka Gardens
  • Tour Agrigento ancient ruins
  • Taste Tangier street food
  • Sip Portuguese wines
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Valletta / Lisbon
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Join an 18-day Mediterranean cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the culinary heritage from Malta and Sicily to Spain and Morocco. Discover local traditions, seafood delights, and vibrant markets while visiting charming villages and historic wineries.
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Enjoy stunning views of the Mediterranean
from $5,230
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Spain, Morocco & Portugal

Nice - Lisbon - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Walk along sunny Nice
  • Stroll historic Ajaccio
  • Admire hillside Mahon
  • Visit coastal Motril
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Nice / Lisbon
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on a 14-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, visiting historic sites like Ajaccio, Granada, and Gibraltar. Explore vibrant cities from the Balearic Islands to Lisbon, culminating in a stroll through the charming Alfama district.
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