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Take a cruise or land tour to Taormina, Italy located in between the city of Catania and Messina on the Southern coast with access to  the Mediterranean Sea. This town has a quaint population of about 11,000 inhabitants with amazing tourist attractions like the Ancient Theatre of Taormina and the Villa Comunale, both are ruins that are hundreds of years old and represent a rich Italian history and culture. Or go shopping at Porta Messina which offers small craft shops and street food. As you're walking through the shops, you'll encounter Palazzo Corvaja a palace from the 1400's that houses an art & popular tradition museum.  Talk to our Trip Planners now to start planning your ideal Taormina tours.

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Beautiful Amalfi Coast

Amalfi & Sicily

8 Days from $2,660
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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Stroll along Barcelona's famed beaches

Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

13 Days from $15,600
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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Beautiful Taormina, Italy, with Mt. Etna in the background

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

8 Days from $7,750
Set sail on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Napoleon's residence in Portoferraio, the medieval streets of Bonifacio, and the vibrant markets of Palermo. Conclude your journey in Valletta, Malta, exploring the Grandmaster's Palace and St. John's Cathedral.
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Clifftop towns on Italy's Tyrrhenian coast

Icons of the Italian Coast

8 Days from $2,500
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

Italy's Southern Jewels

9 Days from $2,820
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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The rocky cliffs of Calabria, Italy

Authentic Mediterranean Shores

10 Days from $8,510
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.
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Cannes at sunset

Splendors of Sicily, Italy and the French Riviera

9 Days from $23,590
Embark on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II, starting in Valletta, Malta, and visiting stunning locations like Taormina, Sorrento, and Portofino. Experience the charm of Bastia, Monte Carlo, and Cannes, culminating in the beautiful Cote d’Azur in Nice.
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Sunset over Palermo

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

9 Days from $9,120
Experience a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring historic sites in Malta, Sicily, and Sardinia. Conclude your cruise in Nice after visiting picturesque landscapes and cultural landmarks throughout the region.
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Coast of Ortigia island at city of Syracuse

Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys

9 Days from $8,970
Discover Italy and Malta on this 9-day voyage aboard Le Laperouse. Sail from Civitavecchia near Rome to Valletta, visiting Gaeta, Naples, Salerno, Agropoli, Reggio di Calabria, Taormina, and Syracuse. This itinerary combines Italy's iconic coastal destinations, Sicily's rich heritage, and Malta's historic capital in one unforgettable cruise.
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Ancient theater of Taormina Sicily Italy with Etna erupting volcano at sunset

The Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta

10 Days from $12,206
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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Top Taormina Trips

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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond $15,600 13 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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Icons of the Italian Coast $2,500 8 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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Athens to Rome $3,740 12 Set sail on a 12-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Star Clipper, exploring historic sites from the Acropolis in Athens to the ruins of Olympia, and enjoying charming towns like Taormina and Ponza. Experience ancient culture and stunning vistas before disembarking in Civitavecchia.
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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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