Take a small ship cruise to the magnificent port city of Marseille, located on the French coast, East of Montpellier and West of Nice. Enjoy the beautiful and historic Basilique Notre Dame de la Garde and Chateau d'lf. Consider cruising the Balearic Sea on a small ship cruise in order to be able to access smaller reefs, ports, and beaches. Contact our Trip Planners to start planning your ideal trip today.

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France Overview

Whether visiting the beautiful countryside or enjoying the vibrant cities, you are sure to find a region of France that will encourage you to return again and again. The Mediterranean coast, ever-fashionable Paris, and the traditional towns of the Seine River highlight this exciting country.

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Best Luxury River Cruises in Europe

Our hand-selected menu of cruises is all-inclusive, with shore excursions, meals, and drinks, and guides all wrapped into what you pay. We have done our best to curate unique cruise experiences for travelers of all interests - from history buffs to active explorers…and everyone else!

Introduction to the Mediterranean

Summer is the high travel season in the Mediterranean. The best time to take a Mediterranean cruise, however, is in the spring (May-June) or fall (September-October).

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Between April and June and between September and November are the best times to visit France. Summertime has the most crowds but an upside of warm weather and lots to do. There is comfortable weather in the springtime, fewer crowds, and the vegetation is in full bloom. The late fall and winter months between November and February are the rainy …

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Top Mediterranean Cruise Ports

The temperate climate of the Mediterranean makes it a delightful destination to visit on a luxury cruise. Coupled with explorations of historic cities and archaeological sites and plenty of active day excursions, from swimming and snorkeling in turquoise waters to hiking and biking around the ancient ruins and rolling valleys, you don’t have to travel beyond the ports to find a world of adventure.

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Choosing the Best European Riverboat for You

As any veteran river cruiser will tell you, which riverboat you choose makes all the difference. With the recent surge in the popularity of European river cruises, competition between the main cruise operators has really improved the quality of the itineraries and river ships across the board, so there aren’t any bad options - it just depends on what you’re looking for on your Europe river cruise.

How to Choose a Mediterranean Cruise

Cruise the Mediterranean with Adventure Life and enjoy turquoise waters, ancient cities, and charming coastal towns. Explore Italy, Greece, the Dalmatian Coast, and more on small ships or yachts. Our Trip Planners customize your journey to fit your lifestyle, interests, and budget perfectly.

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