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View from gondola during the ride through the canals, Venice
from $3,740
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Italy, Montenegro and Croatia

Venice - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Venice’s Grand Canal
  • Discover Mali Losinj’s Cikat Bay
  • Visit Sibenik’s St. James Cathedral
  • Walk Dubrovnik’s ancient city walls
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Venice / Civitavecchia
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Set sail on a 12-day Star Clipper cruise from Venice, exploring Croatia's coastal gems and Montenegro's Kotor. Discover Italy's Apulia region, Sicily's Taormina, and end your journey in Civitavecchia, just outside Rome.
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Ancient theater of Taormina Sicily Italy with Etna erupting volcano at sunset
from $12,206
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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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Mediterranean blue Dubrovnik from above
from $8,545
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From Croatia to the Amalfi Coast via Sicily

Dubrovnik - Civitavecchia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Discover Split Diocletian's Palace
  • Wander Hvar scenic lavender fields
  • Tour Monopoli medieval walls
  • Visit Corfu alleyways of Old Town
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Dubrovnik / Civitavecchia
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Urban Exploration
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Dubrovnik aboard the Emerald Kaia, visiting historic sites in Split and Hvar, exploring Italy's Monopoli, and experiencing Corfu's lush landscapes. Conclude your adventure on the Amalfi Coast before ending in Civitavecchia, Rome.
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The pastel houses of Ponza Town
from $3,320
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Rome to Athens

Civitavecchia - Piraeus - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Watch Stromboli’s active volcano
  • Discover Crotone’s Greek heritage
  • Wander Parga’s cobbled lanes
  • Visit Katakolon
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Civitavecchia / Piraeus
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Set sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Piraeus aboard the Royal Clipper, visiting stunning locations like the Pontine Islands, Lipari, Taormina, and the historic sites of Ancient Olympia. The journey also includes Pargа, Monemvasia, and concludes in Piraeus, granting access to Athens.
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St. Lawrence Fortress, Dubrovnik, Croatia.
from $12,985
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The Islands of Italy, Greece and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Dubrovnik - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Discover Ponza narrow streets
  • Tour Capri to wander the Piazzetta
  • Visit Lipari historic harbor
  • Walk Split Diocletian's Palace
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Civitavecchia / Dubrovnik
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Join a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II, departing from Rome to explore stunning destinations like Capri, the Aeolian Islands, and Dubrovnik. Enjoy overnight port stays and guided excursions while sailing through breathtaking landscapes and rich history.
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Beautiful Amalfi Coast
from $2,500
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Amalfi & Sicily

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Sail across Mediterranean waters
  • Visit Lipari for coastal views
  • Explore Messina cathedral clock
  • See seaside cliffs near Sorrento
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Experience an 8-day Mediterranean sailing adventure from Civitavecchia, exploring Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, and the Aeolian and Pontine Islands aboard Star Clipper. Sail past Stromboli’s active volcano, wander historic Messina, and admire the coastal beauty of Amalfi and Sorrento. Explore Ponza’s unspoiled charm before returning to Rome’s port.
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Explore for a stunning view of the sea
from $19,995
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The Mediterranean: Beyond the Icons

Valletta - Lisbon - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Tour the ruins of Agrigento
  • Discover historic Palermo
  • Wander scenic Cagliari
  • Experience San Pietro
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Valletta / Lisbon
Activities
Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Hiking
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day voyage aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring the lesser-known Mediterranean shores and their rich history. Visit unique sites like the golden temples of Agrigento and the vibrant Ballaro market in Palermo, where history and culture intertwine.
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Wander the cobbled streets of Rovinj
from $15,990
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Adriatic discovery: Venice, Istria & the Croatian archipelago

Venice Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Explore Piran’s coastal charm
  • Visit Mali Lošinj’s harbor
  • Wander Rovinj’s old town
  • Return to Venice’s canals
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Venice / Venice
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Sail from Venice on an 8-day Adriatic cruise aboard Emerald Kaia. Discover coastal towns and historic sites across Slovenia, Croatia, and Italy. Highlights include Piran’s Venetian architecture, Rovinj’s Italian influences, and the old town of Baška. The journey concludes with time to explore Venice’s canals and iconic landmarks.
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Colorful villages cling to the rugged Ligurian coastline, creating the iconic landscape of Cinque Terre.
from $6,470
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Southern France and the Italian Riviera – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona to Livorno - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Cinque Terre gateway
  • Discover Livorno’s canals and forts
  • Explore Porto Venere coastline
  • Stroll Nice waterfront promenade
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Barcelona / Livorno
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Discover Italy, France, and Spain on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Boreal. Travel from Barcelona to Livorno, calling at Sete, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, and Porto Venere. Explore medieval towns, Riviera ports, Tuscany landmarks, coastal villages, and cultural treasures across the Mediterranean.
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The city of Bonifacio is built on stunning seaside cliffs along the riviera
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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Coast of Portofino, Italy, featuring historic cliffside villas and lush landscapes
from $7,995
OBC $200
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Autumnal Sailing Delights

Livorno to Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit
  • Visit Livorno and Tuscany
  • Discover Bastia's old town
  • Walk the walls of Calvi
  • Stroll the Promenade des Anglais
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Livorno / Nice
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Sail 8 days on Sea Cloud Spirit from Livorno to Nice, visiting Bastia, Viareggio, Portofino, Calvi and Sanremo. Explore Tuscany, Corsica and the Italian Riviera, with a dedicated day at sea for sailing.
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Explore the ancient ruins of Rome
from $3,740
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Rome to Athens

Civitavecchia - Piraeus - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Ponza pastel houses
  • Wander Amalfi grand Duomo
  • Discover Lipari Acropolis
  • Visit Syracuse Parco Archeologico
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Civitavecchia / Piraeus
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Star Clipper, visiting highlights like Amalfi's grand Duomo, the ancient ruins of Olympia, and the charming island of Sifnos. Conclude your journey in Piraeus, Athens' main port, after exploring stunning cliffs and historical sites along the way.
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