Italy Cultural Tours & Cruises

from $2,710

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Classic Adriatic Escapes

Roundtrip Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Admire Venice’s Renaissance glories
• Discover Kotor’s medieval streets
• Swim Dubrovnik’s clear waters
• Stroll Komiza’s waterfront

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Venice / Venice

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Embark on an 8-day Adriatic cruise from Venice on the Royal Clipper, exploring Croatia’s coast, including Dubrovnik's Old Town and Kotor's UNESCO site. Relax in Komiza and Rovinj, concluding your journey back in Venice.

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from $2,660

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Ligurian Sea & Monaco E-Prix

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Stroll Nice’s Promenade des Anglais
• Experience Monaco E-Prix
• Admire Porto Venere
• Swim Sant'Amanza bay

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Nice / Nice

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Local Market Visits

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Embark on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, featuring the Monaco E-Prix and visits to stunning locations like Porto Venere and Corsica. Enjoy a blend of thrilling racing, rich history, and breathtaking scenery along the French and Italian Riviera.

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from $31,340

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Islands of the Mediterranean

Piraeus - Malaga - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Explore Athens’ Acropolis
• Discover Mykonos’ iconic windmills
• Wander Santorini’s streets
• Experience Chania’s Venetian harbor

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Piraeus / Malaga

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Embark on a 12-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Scenic Eclipse II, exploring iconic Greek islands like Mykonos and Santorini, along with the charming coastal towns of Sardinia and Ibiza. This journey combines rich cultural immersion, stunning scenery, and regional flavors across Southern Europe.

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from $7,150

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Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean

Valletta - Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore ancient Syracuse ruins
• Tour Sparta’s ancient port
• Wander Monemvasia’s medieval alleys
• Climb Nafplion’s hill fortress

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Valletta / Athens

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Embark on a 9-day Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean cruise from Valletta to Athens, exploring Syracuse, Reggio di Calabria, Gallipoli, Parga, Gythio, Monemvasia, and Nafplion. Discover a mix of ancient ruins, medieval towns, and coastal views aboard Le Bougainville. Each stop offers insight into centuries of Mediterranean culture and heritage.

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from $1,740

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Sicily & Greece

Piraeus - Valletta - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Athens ancient Agora
• Walk Monemvasia twisting alleys
• Wander Syracuse baroque piazzas
• Discover Valletta capital

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Piraeus / Valletta

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Small Ship Sailing

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Embark on a 6-day Mediterranean cruise from Piraeus to Valletta aboard the Star Clipper, visiting historic sites in Greece, Italy, and Malta. Highlights include Monemvasia, Pilos, and Syracuse, concluding in Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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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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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 $3,990

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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 $9,270

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Sweet Mediterranean Escape

Athens to Nice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Tour Patmos sacred sites
• Explore ancient Delos ruins
• Sail scenic Corinth Canal
• Visit Porto Santo Stefano

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Athens / Nice

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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Athens to Nice aboard Le Boreal. Visit UNESCO sites in Patmos and Delos, sail through the Corinth Canal, explore ancient towns like Nafplion, Taormina, and Gaeta, and relax on the coasts of Milos, Corsica, and Tuscany. Discover both major highlights and hidden gems across the Mediterranean.

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from $8,750

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From the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic

Nice - Venice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Stroll Promenade des Anglais
• Stroll Lipari’s volcanic landscape
• Circle Dubrovnik’s stone ramparts
• Tour Taormina’s ancient ruins

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Nice / Venice

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Urban Exploration

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Set sail on a 13-day Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic cruise aboard Le Boreal. Explore Nice, Bonifacio, Lipari, Taormina, Dubrovnik, Split, Rovinj, and Piran. Walk historic centers, enjoy coastal views, and discover local cultures. Relax with onboard amenities during scenic sea days before ending in Venice.

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from $2,970

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Malta, Balearic & Spain

Malaga - Valletta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Explore Malaga’s Moorish Alcazaba
• Discover Almeria’s grand Alcazaba
• Wander Ibiza’s streets
• Admire Mahon’s architecture

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Malaga / Valletta

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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Malaga to Valletta, visiting historic sites like Almeria's Alcazaba and Ibiza's Dalt Vila. Enjoy rich cultures, stunning landscapes, and Mediterranean cuisine aboard the Star Flyer.

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from $2,290

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Sicily & Greece

Piraeus - Valletta - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Wander Athens Ancient Agora
• Explore Pylos Navarino Bay
• Explore Syracuse’s historical ruins
• Visit Valletta’s museums palaces

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Piraeus / Valletta

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Set sail on a 7-day Mediterranean cruise from Piraeus to Valletta aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring historic Athens, Monemvasia's Byzantine fortress, and Pylos, famous for King Nestor’s Palace. Discover Sicily's Syracuse and Malta's Gozo, known for diving and coastal caves, before concluding in the fortified capital of Valletta.

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from $16,595

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A Mediterranean Feast

Naples - Lisbon - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Explore archaeological Pompeii
• Taste Naples' iconic pizza
• Discover the Palace of Caserta
• Visit Monaco's 'The Rock'

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Naples / Lisbon

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Wine Tasting

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Set sail on a 17-day cruise from Naples to Lisbon aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring the Mediterranean's rich culinary heritage. Experience local gastronomy and culture while visiting historic sites, traditional villages, and renowned wineries.

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from $3,240

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Malta, Balearic Islands & Spain

Malta - Malaga - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Explore Valletta’s stunning gardens
• Discover Gozo’s mythical charm
• Visit Cagliari’s medieval Castello
• Marvel at Malaga’s Alcazaba

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Valletta / Malaga

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Variable

Sail the Mediterranean on an 11-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer, visiting historic Valletta, tranquil Gozo, Sardinia’s Cagliari, Menorca, Palma de Mallorca, Cartagena, Motril, and Malaga, with relaxing days at sea.

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from $10,095

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Barcelona to Nice: A Mediterranean Canvas

Barcelona - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Tour Porto's Ribeira district
• View Gaudí's La Sagrada Familia
• Visit the Salvador Dali Museum
• Discover Cezanne's studio

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Barcelona / Nice

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Photography Seminars

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Embark on a 9-day art-focused cruise along the Spanish and French Rivieras aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring the studios and homes of legendary artists like Picasso and Dali. Enjoy workshops with a resident artist to capture the breathtaking landscapes that inspired these masters.

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from $8,120

$1000 SBC

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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens – with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore the Dalmatian Coast
• Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites
• Experience the nightlife
• Discover Corinth Canal and Itea

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Venice / Athens

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On this 8-day expedition cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Venice to Athens aboard the Le Boreal. Uncover the artistic and cultural treasures of the Ionian, Adriatic, and Aegean Seas. Cruise through Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece, visiting notable destinations such as Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Athens.

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from $23,540

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Island Odyssey: Malta, Sicily & the Greek Isles

Valletta - Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Explore Valletta’s walled city
• Discover Syracuse’s Greek ruins
• Wander Monemvasia’s medieval street
• Stroll Nafplion’s Old Town

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Valletta / Piraeus

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Wildlife Viewing

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Scenic Eclipse II, starting in Valletta, Malta, and visiting historic Syracuse, Nafplion, and Mykonos. Experience the cultural richness, history, and stunning coastal beauty of the Mediterranean in style and comfort.

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from $8,000

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Fusina (Venice) to Athens (Piraeus)

8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Nova

• Explore Venice’s iconic canals
• Discover the Temple of Zeus
• Relax on the Adriatic Sea day
• Tour Katakolon ancient site

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Venice / Athens

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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Spa Relaxation

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Fusina to Athens aboard Silver Nova. Navigate Venice’s lagoon and Zadar’s Roman streets. Cycle past Hvar’s lavender and walk Dubrovnik’s stone walls. Step into ancient history at Olympia from Katakolon and admire Gythion’s neoclassical charm. Climb the Acropolis in Athens to view the Parthenon on this cultural voyage.

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