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Explore the quaint towns along the Croatian coast
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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Get to know vibrant Barcelona
from $16,245
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Iconic Italy & the French Riviera

Civitavecchia - Barcelona - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ikon
  • Discover Portovenere coastal views
  • Wander Nice Promenade des Anglais
  • See Saint-Tropez La Ponche
  • Admire Collioure bell towers
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Civitavecchia / Barcelona
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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
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Experience an 11-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Ikon, starting in Civitavecchia and exploring Portovenere and Monte Carlo. Discover vibrant local culture, quaint fishing villages, and indulge in authentic Mediterranean cuisine along the stunning coastline.
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Stop in beautiful Vis
from $5,196
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Croatian and Adriatic Gems

Dubrovnik to Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Discover Dubrovnik Old Town
  • See Otranto cathedral architecture
  • Bari harbor coastal stroll
  • Experience Vis wine tasting tour
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Dubrovnik / Venice
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Hiking, Wine Tasting
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Explore the Adriatic coastline from Dubrovnik to Venice on an 8-day cruise aboard World Traveller. Visit Croatian highlights like Hvar, Vis, and Rovinj, enjoying ancient streets, vibrant ports, and pristine beaches. Walk through medieval towns, sample local wines, and explore Romanesque churches.
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Athens Acropolis
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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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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Stroll along Barcelona's famed beaches
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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Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
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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Explore the ancient Acropolis
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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Stroll the ancient walkways of Athens
from $6,899
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Ancient Mosaics

Athens to Naples - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Admire Sarakiniko beach on Milos
  • Explore Ephesus ancient ruins
  • Visit Capri's Blue Grotto
  • Sail the scenic Ionian Sea
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Piraeus / Naples
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Sail through Greece, Turkey, and Italy starting in Athens on a 9-day cruise aboard World Traveller. Discover historic landmarks, seaside villages, and local cuisine. Enjoy shore excursions, cultural sites, and coastal scenery that define this Mediterranean adventure.
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Explore the colorful city of Valletta
from $3,080
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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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Relax on the beaches of Croatia's Dalmatian coast
from $7,195
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Hidden Gems of the Croatian Riviera

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Dubrovnik city walls
  • Wander Split palm-lined promenade
  • Tour Zadar Roman Forum
  • Walk Opatija seaside promenades
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Dubrovnik / Venice
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Experience an 8-day cruise along the Croatian Riviera on the Emerald Azzurra, starting in historic Dubrovnik and visiting Split, Zadar, and the stylish resort town of Opatija. Cross into Slovenia to explore the charming coastal town of Piran before ending your journey in Venice, where you can navigate its iconic canals and bridges.
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City of Dubrovnik
from $17,195
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Gems of the Greek Islands & Adriatic Coast

Athens - Venice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ikon
  • Explore Athens Parthenon temple
  • Discover Nafplion Epidaurus Theater
  • Wander Corfu Old Town square
  • Visit Monopoli fishing port
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Piraeus / Venice
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Join an 11-day cruise on the Scenic Ikon, starting in Athens and exploring the stunning Dalmatian Coast. Experience ancient ruins, charming old towns, and guided excursions.
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The Roman theatre in Cartagena
from $3,350
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Malta, Balearic & Spain

Valletta - Malaga - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Discover Valletta grand churches
  • Visit Cagliari hilltop Castello
  • Wander Carloforte pastel houses
  • Enjoy Motril rum distillery
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Valletta / Malaga
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on an 11-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Star Flyer, visiting historic sites like Cagliari's Castello and the Gothic cathedral in Palma. Stop in Mahon for local gin, explore Cartagena's ancient Roman Theater, and end your cruise in Malaga at the Alcazaba fortress.
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Visit charming Marseille
from $9,795
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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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