Cruises to Italy

Cruise the Italian coast on this 8-day trip from Nice. Stop in Livorno, Elba, Alghero, Porto Cervo, Porto Santo Stefano, and La Spezia. Explore old towns, enjoy wine tasting in Tuscany, visit Napoleon’s home, relax on quiet beaches, and tour the Cinque Terre or Portofino. Return to Nice with lasting views, local flavors, and rich coastal charm.

Embark on a 12-day Mediterranean cruise from Venice to Rome aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring both iconic sites and hidden gems. Visit historic towns in Croatia, the ancient ruins of Butrint in Albania, and marvel at Sicily's archaeological treasures before concluding in Civitavecchia.

Set sail on a 12-day Star Clipper cruise from Venice, exploring Croatia's coastal gems and Montenegro's Kotor. Discover Italy's Apulia region, Sicily's Taormina, and end your journey in Civitavecchia, just outside Rome.

Embark on a 10-day Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta cruise, aboard Sea Cloud II. Explore ancient cities, UNESCO-listed temples, and landscapes shaped by the Romans, Greeks, and Carthaginians. Visit Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, the Ggantija Temples, and Valletta, stroll medieval Erice, and tour The Godfather’s Castello degli Schiavi.

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.

The Royal Clipper invites you on this 4-day cruise from Croatia to Slovenia. Starting and ending in Venice, Italy and exploring the towns of Rovinj in Croatia and Piran in Slovenia along the way to see Baroque architecture, and immerse yourself in the history and cuisine of this gorgeous Mediterranean region.

Sail the Adriatic and Mediterranean on this 12-day cruise from Venice to Rome aboard World Traveller. Explore the historic beauty of Slovenia’s Piran and Croatia’s charming ports, including Rovinj, Hvar, and Dubrovnik. Cross into Italy and uncover hidden gems like Otranto and Lipari before experiencing the iconic Amalfi Coast, Capri, and Ponza.

Join a 12-day cruise on the Star Clipper, starting from Civitavecchia and exploring Italy's Pontine Islands, the Aeolian Islands, and Sicily. Discover Greece's historic sites, including Olympia and picturesque Hydra, before concluding in Athens.

This 9-day Southern France and Italian Riviera cruise with Smithsonian Journeys sails from Barcelona to Civitavecchia on the Le Champlain. Explore the rich history and culture of the fabled lands on the northern shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

Join a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II, departing from Rome to explore stunning destinations like Capri, the Aeolian Islands, and Dubrovnik. Enjoy overnight port stays and guided excursions while sailing through breathtaking landscapes and rich history.

Set sail on a 9-day cruise through Corsica and Tuscany aboard the Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring Napoleon's legacy, historic towns, and breathtaking landscapes. From Calvi and Bonifacio to Portofino and Elba, immerse yourself in Mediterranean beauty, rich history, and la dolce vita.

Embark on an 8-day Le Boreal cruise from Valletta to Barcelona. Visit Sicily’s historic cities, Sardinia’s archaeological treasures, and the Balearic Islands’ stunning landscapes. Shore excursions, transfers, and expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.