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Mount Etna looms over an ancient town
from $14,195
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The Amalfi, Sicily and Malta: The Godfather

Rome - Valletta - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Rome to view the Colosseum
  • Explore Gaeta monastery site
  • Sail the Amalfi Coast
  • Wander Agrigento and Greek ruins
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Rome / Valletta
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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.
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Coast of Santa Margherita Ligure, Italy
from $7,595
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French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica

Civitavecchia (Rome) - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Explore Corsica’s Calvi
  • Taste Livorno’s seafood
  • Walk historic Porto Venere
  • Experience Monte Carlo culture
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Civitavecchia / Nice
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Variable
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.
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Beautiful Taormina, Italy, with Mt. Etna in the background
from $7,750
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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Nice - Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Wander Nice Cours Saleya markets
  • Discover Bonifacio limestone cliffs
  • Tour Cagliari old ramparts
  • See Valletta Barrakka Gardens
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Nice / Valletta
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Local Market Visits, Urban Exploration
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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.
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Clifftop towns on Italy's Tyrrhenian coast
from $2,770
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Mediterranean Gems

Civitavecchia - Valetta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Wander pastel Ponza Town
  • Stroll clifftop Sorrento
  • Climb to Agropoli’s medieval castle
  • Explore Lipari’s acropolis
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Civitavecchia / Valletta
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Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
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.
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Naples at Sunset, Italy
from $3,669
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A Mediterranean Christmas - Naples, the Amalfi Coast & Sicily

Naples Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle de L'Adriatique
  • Choose Pompeii or Herculaneum
  • Browse Naples nativity workshops
  • Stand at Etna's Silvestri Craters
  • Admire Paestum's Greek temples
  • Stroll Capri and Anacapri
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Naples / Naples
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Christmas Market Visits
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Embark on an 8-day Christmas cruise from Naples aboard MV La Belle de L'Adriatique. Pair southern Italy's coast with holiday traditions. Choose Pompeii or Herculaneum, see the nativity workshops of Naples, head up Mount Etna, and visit Taormina, Tropea, Amalfi, Paestum, and Capri.
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Civitavecchia, the historic port city that opens the gateway to Rome.
from $3,740
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Italy and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Ponza’s colorful harbor
  • Discover Amalfi’s grand Duomo
  • Admire Lipari’s volcanic beauty
  • Wander Taormina’s ancient lanes
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice on the Star Clipper, exploring Italy and Croatia's hidden gems like Ponza and Otranto. Experience historic towns and local cuisine, and enjoy onboard relaxation and adventure across beautiful coastal seas.
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Calvi, Corsica, France
from $1,790
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Corsica & Italy

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Wander Bastia colorful buildings
  • Admire Calvi medieval citadel
  • Explore Lerici fishing villages
  • Enjoy Portoferraio Etruscan ruins
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Variable
Set sail on a 6-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Star Clipper, exploring Italy and France's stunning coastlines. Visit Bastia and Calvi in Corsica, Lerici, and Portoferraio on Elba, before concluding in Civitavecchia.
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Mount Etna looms over an ancient town
from $5,258
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Italian Isles and Riviera Radiance

Valletta to Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • See Taormina Mount Etna landscapes
  • Visit Capri Blue Grotto
  • Sorrento Pompeii ruins exploration
  • See Capri coastal rock formations
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Valletta / Nice
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Variable
Set sail through Italy’s most iconic coastal destinations on an 8-day cruise aboard World Traveller, starting in Valletta and ending in Nice. This Mediterranean itinerary highlights Italy as the central destination with diverse cultural and scenic experiences.
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Relax in beautiful Sicily
from $12,560
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The Most Beautiful Spring Moments

Italy Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • Enjoy Calvi’s old town
  • Marvel at Bonifacio’s cliffs
  • Wander Lipari’s volcanic landscapes
  • Explore Livorno’s Renaissance charm
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Livorno / Catania
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Set sail on a 12-day Italy cruise aboard Sea Cloud II. Starting in Livorno this cruise takes you through historic cities, scenic beaches, and cultural landmarks across Tuscany, Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily.
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Stop in beautiful Vis
from $3,680
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Italy, Albania & Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Wander Monopoli’s whitewashed alley
  • Watch Stromboli’s active volcano
  • Discover Crotone’s Greek heritage
  • Explore Komiza’s fishing harbor
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas. Discover stunning destinations like Sicily, Albania, and the Croatian coast before concluding in Venice.
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Sunset over Palermo
from $9,120
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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Valletta Barrakka Gardens
  • Discover Gozo temples of Ggantija
  • Tour Taormina Greco-Roman theater
  • See Cagliari old ramparts
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Valletta / Nice
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Variable
Experience a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring historic sites in Malta, Sicily, and Sardinia. Conclude your cruise in Nice after visiting picturesque landscapes and cultural landmarks throughout the region.
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Porto Santo Stefano, Italian coastline sea town in Tuscany
from $6,079
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Adriatic and Tuscan Tastes

Livorno to Dubrovnik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Access Florence and Pisa landmarks
  • Lipari volcanic island hike
  • Witness Kotor fortress climb views
  • Taormina and Mount Etna exploration
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Livorno / Dubrovnik
Activities
Village Visits, Hiking
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Variable
Explore Italy on a 10-day cruise aboard World Traveller, visiting Livorno, Porto Santo Stefano, Sardinia, Capri, Lipari, and Giardini Naxos. Visit coastal towns, explore ruins, and enjoy local cuisine. This itinerary stands out for combining Italian regions, island stops, and Adriatic destinations in one route.
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