Italy Archaeological Tours & Cruises

Experience an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Venice aboard S.S. La Venezia. Discover the Doge’s Palace, Burano’s colorful houses, Chioggia’s markets, and the Po Delta’s tranquil waterways. Visit castles, art museums, artisan studios, and lively piazzas, while enjoying authentic cuisine and unforgettable views of the Venetian Lagoon.

Take a 12-day round-trip cruise on the Royal Clipper through Sicily and southern Italy, departing from Civitavecchia and stopping in Trapani, Palermo, the Aeolian Islands, Calabria, and the Amalfi Coast. Explore Palermo’s Norman landmarks, visit Amalfi’s Duomo, and join optional trips to Erice, Paestum, and Pompeii.

Experience an 11-day Mediterranean cruise on Le Boreal, showcasing Italian craftsmanship from renowned brands. Explore historic sites like Fortezza Vecchia, Napoleon's residence in Elba, and the Greco-Roman theater in Taormina, ending in Venice with visits to Saint Mark's Square and the Doge's Palace.

Sail from Rome’s port to Sicily’s baroque towns, the volcanic Aeolian Islands, and the quiet harbors of the Pontine Islands on an 11-day Italy cruise aboard the Royal Clipper. Explore Palermo’s Norman landmarks, snorkel Palmarola’s coves, and join optional trips to Erice, Paestum, and Pompeii.

Set sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Emerald Azzurra, exploring ancient sites in Gaeta, stunning views in Capri, and charming streets in Sorrento and Amalfi before relaxing on Lipari’s beaches and concluding in Valletta, Malta.

Set sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Emerald Kaia, visiting historic Gaeta, scenic Capri, and picturesque Sorrento. End your journey in Giardini Naxos, Sicily, after enjoying Amalfi’s charming streets and Lipari’s beautiful beaches.

Explore Malta and Sicily on an 8-day cruise from Valletta aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Trapani, Erice, Palermo, Monreale, Lipari, Reggio di Calabria, Taormina, Syracuse and Noto, with historic sites, archaeological landmarks and cultural excursions.

Set sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, visiting Corsica, Sardinia, and Italy's scenic coastal villages. Explore medieval sites, enjoy water sports, and tour landmarks like Napoleon's villa before returning to Civitavecchia.

Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Sicily, Malta, and the stunning Amalfi Coast. Experience ancient architecture, rich histories, and the region's famous cuisine amidst scenic coastal landscapes.

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.

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.

Take an 8-day Italy and Malta sailing cruise on the Royal Clipper from Civitavecchia to Valletta, with stops along the Amalfi Coast, the Aeolian Islands, Sicily, and Gozo. Wander pastel Ponza Town, explore the ancient ruins of Syracuse, and join optional trips to Pompeii and Paestum.