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Enjoy stunning sunset views over Zadar
from $17,795
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Adriatic, Sicily & the Amalfi Coast

Civitavecchia - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ikon
  • Explore Rome elaborate churches
  • Discover Capri Piazzetta
  • See Lipari pastel townhouses
  • Experience Palermo arancini
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Civitavecchia, exploring Rome, Sicily, and the Amalfi Coast. Experience luxury aboard the Scenic Ikon while tasting Mediterranean cuisine and discovering unique cultures in breathtaking destinations.
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Sunset over Palermo
from $9,200
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Culture and islands of the Mediterranean

Tarragona to Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Tarragona’s Roman Heritage
  • Discover Mahon’s Menorcan Culture
  • Visit Ancient Carthage
  • Explore Sicily’s Historic Cities
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Tarragona / Valletta
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Urban Exploration, Spa Relaxation
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Explore a 12-day Mediterranean journey from Tarragona to Valletta aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Mahon, Cagliari, Tunis, Trapani, Palermo, Reggio di Calabria, Catania and Syracuse. Discover Roman, Phoenician, Greek, Arab, Norman and Baroque heritage across Spain, Tunisia and Italy, with a day at sea to enjoy onboard facilities and activities.
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Mura di Tramontana (Tramontana Walls) and the Bastione Conca along the historic coastline of Trapani, Sicily, Italy
from $2,770
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Sicily & Malta

Roundtrip Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Admire Valletta’s grand churches
  • Discover ancient Syracuse
  • Stroll hillside Taormina
  • Sail the Strait of Messina
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Valletta / Valletta
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Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Take an 8-day Sicily and Malta sailing cruise on the Royal Clipper round-trip from Valletta, with stops around Sicily in Syracuse, Taormina, the Aeolian Islands, Palermo, and Trapani. Explore ancient Syracuse, sail the Strait of Messina, and admire the mosaics of Palermo’s Palatine Chapel.
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Alghero, Sardinia, Italy
from $2,500
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Ligurian Sea

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Nice's vibrant alleyways
  • Experience Porto Venere's coast
  • Tour Portoferraio vineyards
  • View Bonifacio's medieval sites
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Nice / Nice
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Set sail on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Nice aboard the Star Clipper, exploring Porto Venere, Portoferraio, Bonifacio, Alghero, and Ajaccio. Enjoy stunning coastlines, historic sites, and relax on beautiful beaches before returning to Nice.
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Beautiful town of Vernazza in Liguria, Italy
from $9,795
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Nice to Rome: La Dolce Vita

Nice - Rome - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Stroll Nice’s Old Town
  • Discover Picasso’s creative retreat
  • Wander Saint-Paul de Vence
  • See Pisa’s Leaning Tower
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Nice / Rome
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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Nice to Rome on the Douglas Mawson, featuring guided tours, boutique shopping, and classic sites like the Colosseum. Enjoy "Your Choice" experiences, exploring iconic attractions and savoring Mediterranean culture, history, and cuisine along the way.
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The city of Bonifacio is built on stunning seaside cliffs along the riviera
from $14,395
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Barcelona to Valletta: Storied Shores of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore architecture of Barcelona
  • Discover tranquil Menorca
  • Walk through ancient Pompeii
  • Experience historic Catania
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Barcelona / Valletta
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Local Market Visits, Hiking
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Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring the rich history and scenic beauty of the western Mediterranean. Visit historic towns and islands like Menorca, Bonifacio, Capri, and Sicily, immersing yourself in centuries of culture and tradition.
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Explore Palma de Mallorca
from $10,545
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Cultures of the Mediterranean Barcelona to Civitavecchia

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Visit Palma de Mallorca cathedral
  • Wander Mahon Georgian buildings
  • Discover Cagliari citadel
  • Tour Tunis ancient Medina
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Barcelona / Civitavecchia
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Village Visits
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Western Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona aboard the Emerald Sakara, visiting Palma de Mallorca, Tunis, Malta, Sicily, and Sorrento. Explore stunning architecture, ancient ruins, and beautiful coastlines before concluding your journey at Civitavecchia, Rome's port.
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Colorful buildings line Venice's canals
from $2,710
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Authentic Adriatic

Roundtrip Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Admire Venice’s Renaissance glories
  • Discover Kotor’s medieval streets
  • Wander Monopoli’s whitewashed alley
  • Visit Korcula’s St. Mark Cathedral
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Venice / Venice
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Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Venice on the Royal Clipper, visiting stunning destinations like Kotor, Monopoli, and Croatia's Korcula and Trogir. Experience a mix of sailing adventure and rich history while enjoying beautiful landscapes and charming towns.
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Visit the proud and ancient city of Venice
from $2,910
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Classic Adriatic Escapes

Roundtrip Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Relax on the beaches of Pesaro
  • Visit cathedral-lined Sibenik
  • Swim in clear Adriatic waters
  • Explore historic Monopoli
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Venice / Venice
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Set sail on an 8-day Adriatic cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring Venice's Grand Canal and the architecture of Doge's Palace. Enjoy Apulian cuisine in Monopoli, stroll through Vis Island, and capture stunning sights in Rovinj before disembarking in Venice.
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Bonifacio, Corsica, France
from $2,660
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Ligurian Sea

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Stroll Nice's Promenade des Anglais
  • Visit Portoferraio's historic villa
  • Tour Elba's local vineyards
  • View Bonifacio's limestone cliffs
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Nice / Nice
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Set sail on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Nice aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring the stunning coasts of France, Italy, Corsica, and Sardinia. Highlights include Porto Venere, Elba, Bonifacio, Alghero, and Ajaccio, wrapping up with a stroll along Nice's Promenade des Anglais.
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Colorful buildings line Venice's canals
from $4,030
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La Dolce Vita along the Italian coastline

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans
  • Tour Lucca or Florence from Livorno
  • Visit Napoleon’s home on Elba
  • Cruise past Maddalena Islands
  • Walk Alghero’s old walled town
  • See beaches at Porto Cervo
  • Explore Cinque Terre or Portofino
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Nice / Nice
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Wine Tasting
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Variable
Cruise the Italian coast on this 8-day trip from Nice. Stop in Livorno, Elba, Alghero, Porto Cervo, Porto Santo Stefano, and La Spezia. Explore old towns, enjoy wine tasting in Tuscany, visit Napoleon’s home, relax on quiet beaches, and tour the Cinque Terre or Portofino. Return to Nice with lasting views, local flavors, and rich coastal charm.
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Explore Sibenik on the Dalmatian Coast
from $4,040
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Italy, Montenegro, Albania & Croatia

Venice - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Admire Venice's golden lions
  • Stroll Mali Losinj's old town
  • Marvel at Sibenik's Cathedral
  • Tour Syracuse's Neapolis Park
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Venice / Civitavecchia
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Embark on a 12-day Mediterranean cruise from Venice to Rome aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring both iconic sites and hidden gems. Visit historic towns in Croatia, the ancient ruins of Butrint in Albania, and marvel at Sicily's archaeological treasures before concluding in Civitavecchia.
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