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Experience the enchanting beauty and rich cultural tapestry of Italy with our 30 diverse small ship cruises for 2026. Join us on a cruise journey through Italy, Montenegro, and Croatia, from Venice to Rome, exploring heavenly scents of lavender in Hvar and the awe-inspiring old town of Dubrovnik. Delve into the rich history with archaeological site visits, snorkeling adventures, and the charming town of Rovinj. From gazing upon the Sistine Chapel to wandering through the grand Duomo, each moment offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the wonders of this region. Don't miss this chance to discover the stunning Amalfi Coast, Italian Riviera, and more onboard our small ship cruises in Italy. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Explore historic Bonifacio atop the cliffs of Corsica
from $1,300
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Rome to Rome

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • View Bonifacio’s limestone cliffs
  • Tour Portoferraio’s local vineyards
  • Reach Civitavecchia
  • Admire Bonifacio’s architecture
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Sail to and from Civitavecchia on this 4-day Royal Clipper cruise. Explore Corsica’s cliffs and Napoleon’s villa in Portoferraio on this Mediterranean voyage.
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Breathtaking views of Saint-Florent, Corsica — where vibrant wildflowers meet the rugged coastline and turquoise waves crash under dramatic skies.
from $1,260
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Rome to Rome

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Discover Saint-Florent harbor
  • Visit Cap Corse peninsula
  • Tour Portoferraio landscapes
  • Explore Civitavecchia gateway
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Set sail on a 4-day cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Royal Clipper to explore vibrant Saint-Florent in Corsica and historic Portoferraio in Elba, once home to Napoleon. Enjoy a blend of maritime heritage and cultural landmarks.
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Wander through Rome
from $1,770
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Rome to Rome

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Admire Sorrento walls
  • Tour Pompeii ruins
  • Explore Amalfi medieval history
  • Wander Ponza town’s pastel houses
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Embark on a 5-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Royal Clipper, featuring stops at Sorrento, Amalfi, and Ponza. Explore historic sites, picturesque landscapes, and enjoy snorkeling at Palmarola before returning to Civitavecchia.
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Explore Italy's colorful Amalfi coast
from $1,740
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Rome to Rome

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Civitavecchia seaport
  • Stroll Amalfi coastal town
  • View the ruins of Pompeii
  • Admire Ponza’s harbor
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Set sail on a 6-day cruise from Civitavecchia, exploring Amalfi and Sorrento, with optional Pompeii visits, and the charming island of Ponza. The trip includes optional and guided excursions for a rich cultural experience.
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Sicilian landscape in the early evening
from $2,080
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Amalfi & Sicily

Civitavecchia Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Civitavecchia wonders
  • Discover Lipari lively streets
  • Witness Stromboli’s volcano
  • Experience Amalfi seaside views
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Embark on a 7-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper, starting from Civitavecchia and visiting Italy's beautiful coastal spots like the Aeolian Islands and Amalfi. Conclude your journey with easy access to explore Rome.
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Beautiful Amalfi Coast
from $2,320
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Amalfi & Sicily

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Sail across Mediterranean waters
  • Visit Lipari for coastal views
  • Explore Messina cathedral clock
  • See seaside cliffs near Sorrento
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Urban Exploration
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Experience an 8-day Mediterranean sailing adventure from Civitavecchia, exploring Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, and the Aeolian and Pontine Islands aboard Star Clipper. Sail past Stromboli’s active volcano, wander historic Messina, and admire the coastal beauty of Amalfi and Sorrento. Explore Ponza’s unspoiled charm before returning to Rome’s port.
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Beautiful Amalfi Coast
from $2,660
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Amalfi & Sicily

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Reach Civitavecchia
  • View Sorrento’s city walls
  • Wander Agropoli’s medieval center
  • Admire Lipari’s Acropolis
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Experience an 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia, Rome, on the Royal Clipper, visiting Sorrento, Agropoli, Taormina, and the stunning Pontine Islands. Explore ancient ruins, enjoy the scenic Amalfi Coast, and snorkel the vibrant coral beaches before returning to Rome.
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Wander through Rome
from $11,790
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Enchanting Italian Coastlines

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Explore Amalfi's dramatic cliffs
  • Wander Capri's chic lanes
  • Uncover Sorrento’s cliffside villas
  • Enjoy Capri’s seafood cuisine
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Experience the thrill of spectacular adventures along the enchanting coastlines and captivating islands of Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France, and Spain on an unforgettable 8-day cruise aboard the luxurious Emerald Sakara.
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Clifftop towns on Italy's Tyrrhenian coast
from $2,500
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Icons of the Italian Coast

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Stroll Ponza to see pastel houses
  • Admire Sorrento on the Amalfi Coast
  • Wander Agropoli’s medieval center
  • Visit Lipari to see the Acropolis
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Civitavecchia on the Star Clipper, visiting stunning volcanic islands and charming coastal towns. Highlights include Lipari's Acropolis, Stromboli's volcano, Taormina near Mount Etna, Agropoli's medieval charm, Sorrento with Pompeii access, and the picturesque Pontine Islands.
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Explore Italy's colorful Amalfi coast
from $2,820
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Italy's Southern Jewels

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Wander Lipari streets
  • See Taormina sights
  • Roam medieval Agropoli
  • Tour Paestum temples
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits
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Take a 9-day roundtrip cruise from Civitavecchia on the Star Clipper, exploring volcanic islands and historic towns such as Lipari, Taormina, and Amalfi. Enjoy sights like Stromboli, Pompeii, and the picturesque harbor of Ponza before returning.
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Stunning French Rivera landscape
from $16,240
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French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica

Civitavecchia (Rome) - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Visit Porto Venere landmarks
  • Explore Monte Carlo district
  • Discover Carrara’s marble heritage
  • Relax on Calvi beach
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Civitavecchia / Cannes
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Set sail from Civitavecchia to Cannes on an 8-day cruise aboard Emerald Azzurra. Visit Corsica, Tuscany, Liguria, Portofino, and Monte Carlo. Discover coastal towns, historical landmarks, and local cuisine while sailing along the French and Italian Rivieras.
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Bastia (Old town), Corsica, France
from $2,570
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Rome to Nice

Civitavecchia - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Roam Monaco’s opulent streets
  • Stroll Alghero’s medieval lanes
  • Unwind at Sant’Amanza
  • Wander Bastia’s old town
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Civitavecchia / Nice
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Snorkeling
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Nice aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring historic sites like Portoferraio and Alghero and stunning beaches in Corsica and the luxurious Monaco. Conclude your journey in Nice, enjoying its vibrant Old Town and the beautiful Promenade des Anglais.
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The pastel houses of Ponza Town
from $3,350
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Sicily Unveiled with Italian Treasures

Civitavecchia Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Sail coastlines of Sicily
  • Cruise Aeolian Islands
  • Visit Trapani port
  • Explore Palermo streets
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Local Market Visits, Village Visits
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Sail Italy’s southern coast on an 11-day cruise aboard Star Flyer. Experience Sicily, the Aeolian Islands, Calabria, and the Amalfi Coast, navigating volcanic landscapes, historic ports, and small island harbors for an intimate sailing experience.
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Coast of Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
from $13,990
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French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica

Civitavecchia (Rome) - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Explore Corsica’s Calvi
  • Taste Livorno’s seafood
  • Walk historic Porto Venere
  • Experience Monte Carlo culture
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Civitavecchia / Nice
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Sail on this 8-day Western Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Nice aboard Emerald Sakara. Explore Corsica’s Calvi, Tuscany’s Livorno and Marina di Carrara, the UNESCO-listed town of Porto Venere, the coastal gems of Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino, and the glamorous cities of Monte Carlo and Nice.
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Visit the Baroque Cathedral of Syracuse
from $9,460
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Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Livorno - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Valletta's heritage
  • Discover Syracuse's history
  • Admire Taormina's scenic views
  • Experience Naples culture
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Valletta / Livorno
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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.
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Admire the distinctive red roofs of the cities of the Dalmatian coast
from $4,480
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Grand Voyage: Venice to Rome

Venice - Civitavecchia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Admire Venice’s Renaissance palaces
  • Explore Rovinj’s harbor
  • Discover Sibenik’s cathedral
  • Walk Dubrovnik’s historic walls
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Venice / Civitavecchia
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Embark on a 15-day cruise from Venice to Civitavecchia aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring stunning Adriatic and Mediterranean destinations. Discover historical sites in Rovinj, Dubrovnik, and Syracuse while enjoying the natural beauty of islands like Ponza and Corsica.
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The pastel houses of Ponza Town
from $3,320
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Rome to Athens

Civitavecchia - Piraeus - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Watch Stromboli’s active volcano
  • Discover Crotone’s Greek heritage
  • Wander Parga’s cobbled lanes
  • Visit Katakolon
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Civitavecchia / Piraeus
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Set sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Piraeus aboard the Royal Clipper, visiting stunning locations like the Pontine Islands, Lipari, Taormina, and the historic sites of Ancient Olympia. The journey also includes Pargа, Monemvasia, and concludes in Piraeus, granting access to Athens.
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Civitavecchia, the historic port city that opens the gateway to Rome.
from $3,610
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Italy and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Ponza’s colorful harbor
  • Discover Amalfi’s grand Duomo
  • Admire Lipari’s volcanic beauty
  • Wander Taormina’s ancient lanes
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice on the Star Clipper, exploring Italy and Croatia's hidden gems like Ponza and Otranto. Experience historic towns and local cuisine, and enjoy onboard relaxation and adventure across beautiful coastal seas.
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