Europe Archaeological Tours Cruises

Sail on this 9-day Southern Italy and Sicily cruise with Smithsonian Journeys aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Start in Valletta, Malta, exploring historic landmarks. Visit Syracuse's Greek and cultural sites and Taormina's scenic views and theater. Explore Reggio di Calabria's coast and museum. Visit Civitavecchia, and conclude in Livorno, Tuscany.

Embark on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the National Geographic Orion, sailing from Greece to Croatia with stops in Albania, Corfu, and Dubrovnik. Explore ancient ruins, UNESCO World Heritage sites, and coastal cultures on this expertly guided expedition.

Set sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Explore Venice’s canals, Diocletian’s Palace in Split, the Stari Grad plains on Hvar, Dubrovnik’s ancient walls, Kotor’s medieval streets, Saranda’s Ionian harbor, and Delphi’s UNESCO Sanctuary.

During this 9-day cruise around Sicily aboard the new luxury expedition ship Le Bougainville, you'll be able to explore mythical places at the crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations. Discover Sicily's most beautiful historic cities and ancient sites.

Sail Iceland’s wild coast on an 8-day cruise aboard L' L'Austral. Discover Reykjavík’s landmarks, sail around Surtsey, explore Heimaey’s bird cliffs, walk lava craters near Grundarfjordur, visit Akureyri’s Godafoss, and explore Ísafjörður’s fjords. Spot puffins and Arctic landscapes while experiencing Icelandic history and culture.

Explore the heart of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice aboard Le Bougainville. Discover Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba's historical civilizations that left mark on these islands' language, cuisine, art, and architecture.

Experience an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Gem, sailing the Seine and exploring Normandy's historical sites, including Joan of Arc landmarks and World War memorials. Enjoy charming villages' regional tastings, and conclude in Paris's vibrant culture and architecture.

Enjoy this 11-day Secrets of the Iberian Peninsula cruise aboard Le Champlain visits Portugal, Spain, and Morocco. Discover highlights that include Lisbon, Lagos, Cadiz, Tangier, Malaga, Valencia, Palma de Mallorca, and Barcelona, with historic sites, Moorish castles, and Gaudi landmarks. Experience guided excursions and onboard activities.

Embark on an 8-day journey aboard Le Laperouse from Athens, exploring Greece’s iconic islands and cultural landmarks. Visit Saint John sites in Patmos, explore Rhodes’ medieval streets, marvel at Santorini’s cliffs, discover Amorgos’ villages, delve into Delos’ ruins, enjoy Mykonos’ vibrant streets, and admire Nafplion’s fortress views.

Embark on an 11-day cruise in Edinburgh aboard National Geographic Explorer and sail north to Orkney, Shetland, and the Faroe Islands before reaching Iceland. Explore Kirkwall, St. Magnus Cathedral, Leitisvatn, Djupivogur, and Heimaey. Hike, navigate fjords, visit volcanic sites, and experience Viking history.

Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Athens aboard the Le Bougainville, exploring Patmos, Symi, Amorgos, Santorini, and more. Discover ancient landmarks, serene harbors, and vibrant island life before returning to Athens.

Embark in Valletta for a 10-day Mediterranean cruise to Sicily and southern Italy aboard Le Boreal. Explore Syracuse, Palermo, Lipari, Taormina, and Pompeii. Visit temples, amphitheaters, cathedrals, and volcanic sites. Enjoy views of Stromboli and Etna, then return to Malta aboard a luxury ship with cultural programming and refined comfort.