Top Italy Tours & Cruises in 2025

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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 $12,560

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The Most Beautiful Spring Moments

Italy Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Enjoy Calvi’s old town
• Marvel at Bonifacio’s cliffs
• Wander Lipari’s volcanic landscapes
• Explore Livorno’s Renaissance charm

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Livorno / Catania

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Set sail on a 12-day Italy cruise aboard Sea Cloud II. Starting in Livorno this cruise takes you through historic cities, scenic beaches, and cultural landmarks across Tuscany, Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily.

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from $3,000

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Tuscany Walks & Chianti Wines

Italy Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Taste wines at Certaldo
• Explore Radda in Chianti
• Visit Siena’s stunning duomo
• Discover Florence’s Renaissance art
• Learn about Tuscan wines

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Certaldo / Florence

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Hiking

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Easy Active

Discover Tuscany on this 8-day tour. Explore the Via Francigena, savor wine tastings, visit Siena and Florence, and enjoy scenic walks through Chianti vineyards and San Gimignano.

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from $3,918

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La Dolce Vita along the Italian coastline

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Tour Lucca or Florence from Livorno
• Visit Napoleon’s home on Elba
• Cruise past Maddalena Islands
• Walk Alghero’s old walled town
• See beaches at Porto Cervo
• Explore Cinque Terre or Portofino

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Nice / Nice

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Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration

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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.

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from $6,720

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Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Visit Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Site
• Explore Carcassonne medieval charm
• Visit Porto Venere pastel coast
• Stroll Nice scenic promenade

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Barcelona / Civitavecchia

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Explore the French and Italian Rivieras on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Visit UNESCO sites and cultural landmarks in Port Vendres, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, Porto Venere, and Livorno. Enjoy expert-guided excursions from Carcassonne’s medieval fortress to Pisa’s Leaning Tower, experiencing the art, history, and coastal landscapes of the Mediterranean.

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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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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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Adriatic Jewels

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/Y Callisto

• Wander Kotor’s medieval alleys
• Discover Rovinj in Croatia
• Visit St. James Cathedral
• Try a truffle hunting in Istria

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Venice / Dubrovnik

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Set sail for an 8-day Adriatic cruise on the M/Y Callisto, exploring the stunning coasts of Italy, Croatia, and Montenegro. Discover Venice’s charm, Dubrovnik's medieval walls, and the breathtaking Bay of Kotor while enjoying local cuisine and rich culture.

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from $12,204

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Mount Blanc Hiking Adventure

10 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy the view of Chamonix
• Hike the Mont Blanc
• Admire the Bioniassay glacier
• Explore Courmayeur Alpine resort
• Hike the old trail valley in Trient

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Geneva / Geneva

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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Challenging

On this 10-day tour, hike through the stunning Mont Blanc mountain range between Italy and France to see the panoramic vistas, beautiful mountain huts, and serene lakes and pass through enchanting mountain villages.

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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 $12,495

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Adriatic Voyage: Croatia, Montenegro and Greece

Split to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore ancient Split ruins
• Cruise scenic Kotor Bay
• Visit underground lake Cephalonia
• Transit historic Corinth Canal

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Venice / Athens

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Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Biking

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Variable

Sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day Adriatic voyage aboard Le Dumont d’Urville. Explore ancient ruins, charming coastal towns, and scenic islands, with plenty of enriching excursions and unforgettable views.

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from $8,213

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Dolomites Explorer

Bolzano to Venice - 8 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy the culture of Bolzano
• Visit Bozen's main local attraction
• Hike the Parco del Respiro
• Visit the Abbey of Novacella
• Cable car ride to Castelrotto
• Visit a local dairy
• Discover Cortina's mountain scenery
• Hike the spectacular Tre Cime
• Tour Venice's Grand Canal by boat

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Venice / Venice

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Moderate

Drive through stunning mountain scenery to see the panoramic vistas and serene lakes, and pass through enchanting mountain villages on this 8-day tour to the Dolomites mountain range in Italy. Visit

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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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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 $7,590

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From the City of Gods to the Eternal City

Athens - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore the Mediterranean
• Explore notable stops
• Explore southern Aegean Sea
• Explore Civitavecchia

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Athens / Civitavecchia

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Join Le Bougainville on this 12-day journey from Athens to Civitavecchia, exploring the Mediterranean. Enjoy diverse experiences with included excursions at each port of call. Highlights include marveling at Taormina, exploring Chania, and visiting Phaestos Palace. Discover ancient cities, coastlines, and historical treasures.

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from $4,220

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Grand Voyage: Malaga to Cannes

16 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Gaze upon Malaga's architecture
• Explore luxurious Ibiza
• Try your hand at sailing
• Admire St. Tropez's famous beaches

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Malaga / Cannes

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Small Ship Sailing

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Sail to an impressive collection of ports on this 16-day Grand Voyage, from the stunning Balearic Islands off Eastern Spain to quixotic tiny port towns along the Spanish and French Rivieras to the stylish and romantic city of Cannes. Relax aboard the Star Flyer and enjoy the life of a true sailor.

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