Cruise the small Mediterranean country of Albania, bordered by Greece, Macedonia, Serbia, and Montenegro for a unique view into the Mediterranean and Balkan culture and history. As you cruise between the Adriatic and Ionian Seas, you will have the chance to visit the coastal port town of Saranda. The local town of Butrint has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its monuments dating back to the 4th century BC, like the Hellenic theater, the largely undiscovered Lion Gate, the Byzantine basilica, and Venetian towers. You'll also see the highlights of the ancient Greek, Roman, and Byzantine empires in well-preserved ruins. Your tour will also offer other activities like biking, visiting small villages & archaeological sites, and perhaps even a helicopter tour. Contact us to start planning your Mediterranean cruise.

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9 Best Small Ship Cruises to Albania for 2025-2026

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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens – with Smithsonian Journeys

8 Days from $6,760

On this 8-day expedition cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Venice to Athens aboard the Le Boreal. Uncover the artistic and cultural treasures of the Ionian, Adriatic, and Aegean Seas. Cruise through Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece, visiting notable destinations such as Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Athens.

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Relax on the beaches of the Greek Mediterranean

Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens with Smithsonian Journeys

8 Days from $7,920

Embark on an 8-day odyssey with Smithsonian Journeys aboard L'Austral, cruising from Venice to Athens. Explore Hvar's charm, Mostar's Ottoman legacy, Dubrovnik's medieval streets, and Kotor's majestic bay. Unveil Butrint's ancient wonders, Delphi's oracle, and traverse the Corinth Canal before your grand finale in Athens.

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Dubrovnik to Athens: The Tide of Time

13 Days from $12,395

Set sail on a 13-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Athens on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the rich history of the Adriatic and Ionian coasts. Experience ancient legacies in cities and UNESCO sites, culminating in Athens, where history and modern life blend beautifully.

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Athens (Piraeus) to Split

12 Days from $10,300

Sail through the Mediterranean on a 12-day cruise from Athens to Split aboard the Silver Dawn. Stroll through Rhodes’ medieval streets, discover Crete’s legendary lakeside charm, and soak in Santorini’s volcanic beauty and caldera views. In Albania, visit Sarande’s Blue Eye Spring and the ancient ruins of Butrint.

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Quaint Hideaways

10 Days from $6,449

Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard World Navigator through the Greek Isles and the Adriatic, visiting iconic sites like Athens' Acropolis, the Corinth Canal, and Dubrovnik's Old Town. Experience a mix of history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes.

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9 Top-Rated Albania Small Ship Cruises 2025-2026

Trip Name	From	Next Departure	Summary
Douglas Mawson	$8,795	Dec 01, 2025	Introducing the Douglas Mawson, Aurora Expeditions' latest small ship for global exploration. With sustainability features and luxurious amenities, it accommodates up to 154 adventurers, offering unique itineraries including East Antarctica and Subantarctic Islands explorations. 0
L'Austral	$4,590	May 17, 2025	The L'Austral, sister ship to the Le Boreal, is the fruit of Italian expertise and French sophistication. A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, the L'Austral links tradition and innovation, cruising to worldwide destinations in luxury. 0
Emerald Azzurra	$7,990	May 24, 2025	As Emerald's first-ever ocean superyacht, the luxurious Emerald Azzurra is designed to take up to 100 passengers sailing along the Adriatic Coast, Red Sea, and the Eastern and Western Mediterranean. 0
Le Boreal	$5,680	Jul 06, 2025	A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, the Le Boreal is the fruit of blending French service and sophistication with Italian engineering. Emphasizing the planet's polar regions as well as Latin America, Easter Island and Polynesia, Le Boreal gives passengers the feeling they are on a private yacht and give them access to harbors and coves that large cruise ships can't access. 0
M/Y Callisto	$3,190	May 16, 2025	The M/Y Callisto is furnished with rich fabrics, handsome woodwork, gleaming brass, rare antiques, and fine works of art for comfortable cruising. Because Callisto is a yacht, it can visit those unspoiled islets, pristine beaches, and intimate coves 0
Sea Cloud	$12,709	Jun 05, 2025	The Sea Cloud is a glorious and gracious luxury sailing yacht, a four-masted bark, custom built in 1931 by the business magnate E.F. Hutton for his wife the heiress, Marjorie Merriweather Post. 0
MV La Belle de L'Adriatique	$2,773	Jul 10, 2025	The MV La Belle de L'Adriatique is a beautiful ship which cruises along the Croatian Islands, Montenegro, Cyprus, and Greek Islands. Built in 2007 and accommodating 198 passengers in just 99 cabins, she is a comfortable vessel upon which to enjoy your vacation. 0
Silver Dawn	$10,300	May 01, 2026	Introducing the new luxury ship from Silversea, Silver Dawn, a combination of both the classic and modern evolution of their fleet that has the best features of its sister ships Silver Muse and Silver Moon, which set the new standards of luxury. 0
World Navigator	$4,699	Jun 07, 2025	The World Navigator is a yacht designed for a highly personalized and all-inclusive experience. She's a modern classic with a 1940s aesthetic inspired by the new millennium. This ship can cater to up to 198 guests with refined accommodations, globally inspired gourmet dining and premium cocktails. 0