Syracuse Small Ship Cruises

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La Dolce Vita

Naples - Malta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Variety Voyager

• Explore Capri's coastal allure
• Visit Lipari’s ancient sites
• Discover Taormina’s historic alleys
• Wander Syracuse’s ancient streets

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Naples / Valletta

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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Variety Voyager from Naples to Malta, visiting Capri, Taormina, Mount Etna, and Catania in Sicily. In Malta, explore Valletta's UNESCO sites and Gozo's ancient monuments.

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from $3,499

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La Dolce Vita

Naples - Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Callisto

• Discover Lipari panoramic viewpoint
• Stroll Taormina’s alleys
• Experience Sicilian wines
• Wander Syracuse’s historic streets

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Naples / Valletta

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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MY Callisto, starting in Naples and exploring the glamorous island of Capri. Discover Sicily's rich history, including Mount Etna and Taormina, before heading to Malta's UNESCO sites, like Valletta and Gozo's ancient temples.

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from $1,710

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Sicily & Greece

Valletta - Piraeus - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Explore Valletta’s peninsula
• Discover Syracuse’s vast ruins
• Visit Pilos’ ancient palace
• Enjoy cafes in Monemvasia

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Valletta / Piraeus

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Embark on a 6-day cruise from Valletta to Athens aboard the Star Flyer, exploring Sicily's archaeological wonders and Greece's historic sites. Experience relaxation at sea and visit ancient locales like Pilos and Monemvasia before concluding your journey in Piraeus.

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Mediterranean Serenade

Roundtrip Malta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Variety Voyager

• Explore Gozo’s ancient temples
• Discover Syracuse’s history
• Taste Lipari’s finest wines
• Swim in Malta’s waters

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Valletta / Valletta

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Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Malta aboard the Variety Voyager. Discover the UNESCO World Heritage Ggantija temples on Gozo Island and Lipari in Sicily. Ascend Mount Etna and explore iconic "The Godfather" filming locations.

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from $8,740

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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Discover Mediterranean islands
• Experience ancient ruins
• Admire Byzantine-Arab mosaics
• Explore medieval towns
• Discover local cuisine

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Valletta / Nice

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Land & Sea Exploration

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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.

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from $3,870

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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia

Venice - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Admire Venice’s domes
• Wander Rovinj’s medieval streets
• Discover Sibenik’s coastal lanes
• Explore Kotor’s medieval town

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Venice / Civitavecchia

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Snorkeling

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Set sail on a 12-day Royal Clipper cruise through the Mediterranean, visiting stunning destinations like Venice, Dubrovnik, and Syracuse. Experience rich history and culture while enjoying scenic views and a relaxing day at sea before concluding in Civitavecchia, near Rome.

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from $3,218

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The Best of the Mediterranean

Roundtrip Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle de L'Adriatique

• Explore Saint John's Baroque
• Taste chocolate in Modica
• Ascend mighty Mount Etna
• Stroll Mdina’s medieval streets

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Valletta / Valletta

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Discover the best of the Mediterranean as you explore the magic of Malta and Sicily on an 8-day cruise aboard La Belle de l’Adriatique, featuring UNESCO sites, historic towns, and local flavors. From Valletta to Syracuse, enjoy every excursions, cultural treasures, and vibrant onboard festivities.

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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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from $12,250

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A Circumnavigation of Sicily with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Valletta - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Take a loop around Sicily
• Discover Sicily's beautiful cities
• Visit Syracuse
• Explore Palermo

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Valletta / Valletta

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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.

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from $11,425

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Early Summer Mediterranean Style

Valletta - Nice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit

• Discover Valletta's architecture
• Experience Ortigia’s Old Town
• Explore Corsica, Sardinia and Calvi
• Discover Amalfi and Amalfi Coast

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Valletta / Nice

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Sail from Malta to France on an 11-day Early Summer Mediterranean cruise aboard the Sea Cloud Spirit. Visit Valletta’s historic streets, Syracuse’s ancient ruins, and Taormina’s views of Mount Etna. Cruise past the Amalfi Coast, visit Capri’s grottos, Corsica’s cliffs, Sardinia’s Catalan past, and Calvi’s beaches. End in St. Tropez and scenic Nice.

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from $14,158

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The Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta

Roundtrip Malta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Explore stunning UNESCO-listed site
• Step into the history of Sicily
• Discover the charm of ancient Erice
• Savor the authentic Sicily flavors
• Explore historic Taormina and Sirac

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Valletta / Valletta

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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.

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from $3,610

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Rome to Athens

Civitavecchia - Piraeus - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Ponza’s harbor town
• Discover Sorrento’s ancient cliffs
• View Lipari’s bustling marina
• Wander Syracuse’s baroque piazzas

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Civitavecchia / Piraeus

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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.

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from $15,600

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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• Cruise the Mediterranean Sea
• Explore standing stones on Menorca
• Taste Sicilian wine
• Swim at Kefalonia
• Explore Delphi and Corinth Canal

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Barcelona / Athens

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Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and local cuisine. Visit Menorca’s prehistoric stones, Bonifacio’s citadel, Sardinia’s artisan villages, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia’s waters, and explore Delphi.

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from $9,540

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Culture and Islands of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit Menorca
• Explore Sardinia
• Discover Sicily
• Experience Catania
• Discover Syracuse
• Discover Malta

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Barcelona / Valletta

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Urban Exploration

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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.

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from $4,040

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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia

Venice - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Admire Venice's golden lions
• Stroll Mali Losinj's old town
• Marvel at Sibenik's Cathedral
• Tour Syracuse's Neapolis Park

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Venice / Civitavecchia

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Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

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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.

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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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from $10,390

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Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore the rocky plateau of Athens
• Explore Patmos
• Admire volcanic beauty and ruins
• Explore the Delphi Sanctuary

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Athens / Valletta

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Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring the enchanting destinations of Greece, Turkey, and Italy. Each destination offers unique experiences, from ancient ruins and historic monasteries to stunning beaches and charming villages.

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from $8,910

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A Circumnavigation of Sicily with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Visit Valleta a UNESCO-listed city
• Visit Valley of Temples
• Witness a fiery volcano
• Discover Trapani's diverse heritage

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Valletta / Valletta

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Set sail on a 9-day Sicily cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Visit UNESCO sites like Valletta and the Valley of Temples, admire Stromboli’s volcanic activity, explore vibrant cities such as Palermo and Syracuse, and discover ancient ruins, diverse cultures, and beautiful coastal views.

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