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Explore the top-rated Italy small ship cruises below.  Adventure Life works with all the top-rated small ship cruise lines visiting Venice, Civitavecchia, Taormina, Sorrento, and Ponza, and we help match you with the perfect small ship and cruise itinerary for your specific tastes and needs. There are countless advantages to exploring on a small ship cruise versus a large cruise ship including avoiding crowds and being able to visit and explore smaller ports and scenic shorelines that large ships simply cannot access. The cost of Italy small ship cruises start at $1,250 for a trip of 5 to 19 days in 2023. Tell us about your dream Italy small ship cruise and our team of travel planners will help you make it a reality.  
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Cape Drastis at Corfu island in Greece
$3,130
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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia

Venice to Rome - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Ride in a gondola in Venice
  • Visit the town of Rovinj
  • Call in at Kotor, Montenegro
  • Join an optional tour to Pompeii
Starts / Ends:
Venice / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Enjoy one of the most stunning destinations in Europe, the Eastern Mediterranean, aboard the luxury tall ship the Royal Clipper. Sail to Italy, Croatia, and Montenegro from Venice. Discover the heavenly scent of lavender in the fields and valleys around the island of Hvar. In Dubrovnik, the sense …
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St.Blaise Church, Dubrovnik
$3,130
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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia

Rome to Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore the Sistine Chapel
  • Snorkel at Palmarola
  • Visit the medieval city of Kotor
  • Cruise through Venice's canals
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Venice
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail aboard the tall ship Royal Clipper from Rome to Venice on this 12-day expedition. Fall asleep to the gentle rhythms of the ship and sea, and awake refreshed and ready to explore a new destination. Experience friendly and gracious service and a delightful menu of international foods from the …
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Scenic view of Dubrovnik
$18,602
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Mediterranean Gems: From Dubrovnik to Naples

Dubrovnik to Naples - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud
  • Explore Gerace
  • Tour the Amalfi Coast
  • Visit Pompeii
  • Explore Dubrovnik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Marvel at ornate cathedrals and remarkable baroque buildings, explore great sites of antiquity—from renowned Pompeii to the less-visited Greek temples of Paestum—and meander through unspoiled clifftop towns, soaking up breathtaking views. Plus, with a little luck witness the orange glow …
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Naples at Sunset, Italy
$18,230
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Corsica & Sardinia

11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud
  • Discover Cagliari
  • Visit Nuraghe Losa
  • Enjoy the medieval city of Alghero
  • Admire Bonifacio's unique views
Starts / Ends:
Naples / Naples
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 11-night voyage is dedicated to the exploration of two fiercely independent islands–Sardinia and Corsica. These islands share many historic elements through millennia of empires and civilizations, but still, maintain their identities and independent attitudes from their governing nations …
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Beautiful Amalfi Coast
$2,080
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Amalfi & Sicily

Rome Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Gaze upon the Sistine Chapel
  • Visit a snorkeling heaven Palmarola
  • Join Pompeii's historical excursion
  • Wander through the grand Duomo
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join an 8-day trip onboard Royal Clipper to experience the stunning Amalfi Coast and the amazing Italian Rivera, seeing Idyllic islands, charming cobbled villages, spectacular scenery, and intriguing history... capture the heart of the Mediterranean in a single cruise voyage. Each small harbor is …
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Turquoise sea of Hvar island
$2,830
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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia

11 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Ride in a gondola in Venice
  • Visit the town of Rovinj
  • Call in at Kotor, Montenegro
  • Join an optional tour to Pompeii
Starts / Ends:
Venice / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail to Italy, Croatia, and Montenegro from Venice. Discover the heavenly scent of lavender in the fields and valleys around the island of Hvar. In Dubrovnik, the sense of awe never fails to descend when you set eyes on the beauty of the old town. Barrel under full sail through the narrow Strait of …
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Sicilian landscape in the early evening
$1,890
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Amalfi & Sicily

Civitavecchia Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Gaze upon the Sistine Chapel
  • Snorkel at Palmarola
  • Visit historical Pompeii
  • Wander through the grand Duomo
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Idyllic islands, charming cobbled villages, spectacular scenery, intriguing history... capture the heart of the Mediterranean in a single cruise voyage. Each small harbor is especially suited for small ship exploration. Enjoy the best of the region — from the ancient ruins of Rome and …
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Woman traveling in Cannes
$2,080
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Historic Monaco Grand Prix Finals

8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Bonifacio
  • Enjoy Portoferraio's vineyards
  • View Monaco's emblematic spots
  • Celebrate Cannes Film Festival
  • Observe prehistoric engraved stones
Starts / Ends:
Cannes / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Relaxed
For those who enjoy racing, the world-famous Monaco Grand Prix Finals is a staple stop on this Mediterranean spring sailing cruise. Embark Royal Clipper in Cannes, France, and spend 8 days exploring the Ligurian Sea.Discover Lerici, the largest village on the Gulf of Poets, continue southeast …
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Cruise the Mediterranean aboard the Royal Clipper
$910
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Croatia & Slovenia

Venice Roundtrip - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Ride in a gondola in Venice
  • Visit the town of Rovinj
  • Explore Slovenia's hidden gems
  • View the domes of San Marco
Starts / Ends:
Venice / Venice
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join Royal Clipper on this 4-day cruise visiting Croatia and Slovenia. Embark in Venice, Italy before making your way to Croatia. Stop in Rovinj which is dominated by the Baroque three-nave church of St. Euphemia. Next visit Piran in Slovenia, which boasts some of the country's finest …
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The city of Bonifacio is built on stunning seaside cliffs along the riviera
$2,040
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Voiles de Saint Tropez

8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Enjoy a vineyard in Portoferraio
  • Relax on Palombaggia beach
  • Discover medieval Alghero
  • Observe the regatta at St. Tropez
Starts / Ends:
Cannes / Cannes
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join the luxury tall ship Royal Clipper on this special cruise which showcases the history, culture, and art of the western Mediterranean. Start in Cannes with its powdery golden sand and shallow crystal-clear blue water which deepens gradually. Admire the ancient citadel town of Bonifacio,perched …
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$1,930
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Amalfi & Sicily

Civitavecchia Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Gaze upon the Sistine Chapel
  • Visit the volcanic Aeolian Islands
  • Visit historical Pompeii
  • Wander through the town of Ponza
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Idyllic islands, charming cobbled villages, spectacular scenery, intriguing history... capture the heart of the Mediterranean in a single cruise voyage. Each small harbor is especially suited for small ship exploration. Enjoy the best of the region — from the ancient ruins of Rome and Lipari to …
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Naples at Sunset, Italy
$3,455
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An Outing to the Dolce Vita

Naples Roundtrip - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • See views from Castello Sant' Elmo
  • Explore Lipari cultural heritage
  • Visit the Aeolian Museum
  • Sail along Amalfi Coast
Starts / Ends:
Naples / Naples
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on a 5-day Outing to the Dolce Vita cruise roundtrip from Naples. Begin your journey with breathtaking views from Castello Sant'Elmo, then explore tranquil Lipari, the largest of the Aeolian Islands with a 6,000-year-old cultural heritage. Witness its volcanic rock formations and visit …
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Explore historic Bonifacio atop the cliffs of Corsica
$7,790
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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Discover Mediterranean islands
  • Experience ancient ruins
  • Admire Byzantine-Arab mosaics
  • Explore medieval towns
  • Discover local cuisine
Starts / Ends:
Valletta / Nice
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Voyage with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice on Le Bougainvillewhere you can engage in discussions with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts onboard.Explore five Mediterranean islands on one itinerary, starting from Malta and moving on to Sicily, …
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Explore the ancient ruins of Rome
$5,499
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Immersive Tuscany

Rome Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Visit the Eternal City
  • Discover the village of Portofino
  • See the Leaning Tower of Pisa
  • Experience the history of Lucca
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day Immersive Tuscany cruise from Rome roundtrip aboard World Traveller. Sail across the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Cinque Terre, Florence, Pisa, and Lucca while docking in Porto Venere and Livorno, with late departures that allow more time to explore. Glide through the waters of …
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View of Varenna town at Lake Como, Italy
$5,417
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Lake Como, Milan, and Amalfi

10 Day Itinerary
  • Ride a boat on Lake Como
  • Explore the village of Varenna
  • Visit Piona Abbey in Colico
  • See the Gothic Art in Milan
  • Visit the Duomo di Milano
  • Stroll around in Galleria Vittorio
  • See archaeological sites in Pompeii
  • Admire the coastline of Amalfi
  • Enjoy scenic drives in Italy
Starts / Ends:
Milan / Naples
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join this 10-day tour to explore Lake Como, Milan, and the famous and dramatic Amalfi Coast. Explore the treasures of Lake Como on a private Venetian-style boat for a picturesque ride across Lake Como. Visit the Cistercian Santa Maria di Piona Abbey, a masterpiece of Lombard architecture. After the …
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An aerial view of the city Malaga
$2,540
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Malta, Balearic Islands & Spain

11 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Relax aboard a majestic tall ship
  • Gaze upon Palma's Gothic cathedral
  • Visit the World Heritage City
  • Explore Cagliari, Sardinia
Starts / Ends:
Valletta / Malaga
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join us on a delightful sailing experience and relax in some of the most historical and magical destinations in the Mediterranean. Enjoy the easy-going informality aboard your tall ship, finding that there are no rigid schedules and you are free to do as you wish with your days and evenings. Start …
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Greek-Roman Theatre of Taormina
$6,610
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Ancient Wonders and Culinary Delights: Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily - with Smithsonian Journey

Valletta - Livorno - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Discover Roman Empires of Italy
  • Explore well-preserved Greek sites
  • Visit vineyards
  • Experience Mediterranean foods
Starts / Ends:
Valletta / Livorno
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 8-day cruise on Le Bougainville through Sicily and Southern Italy stops at some of the most fascinating ancient, medieval, and Renaissance sites in the Mediterranean. It also provides numerous opportunities to sample the foods and wines that have made this region of the world-famous for its …
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Beautiful Positano on Italy's Amalfi coast
$6,299
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Italian Treasures

Valletta - Rome - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Syracuse
  • Discover Sicilian cuisine
  • Explore history of Aeolian Islands
  • Witness the Stromboli volcano
Starts / Ends:
Valletta / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this 9-day Italian Treasures Cruise from Valletta to Rome aboard the World Traveller, experience the enchanting Amalfi Coast by spending nights in Positano and Capri, to fully immerse in its beauty. Explore the historical city of Syracuse, which boasts a history spanning over thousands of years. …
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