Italy Small Ship Cruises

from $6,760

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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens – with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore the Dalmatian Coast
• Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites
• Experience the nightlife
• Discover Corinth Canal and Itea

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Venice / Athens

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Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration

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On this 8-day expedition cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Venice to Athens aboard the Le Boreal. Uncover the artistic and cultural treasures of the Ionian, Adriatic, and Aegean Seas. Cruise through Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece, visiting notable destinations such as Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Athens.

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from $7,920

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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Stroll through Dubrovnik’s Old Town
• Discover Ploce’s Rupe Museum
• Visit Hvar’s stunning Stari Grad
• Explore Venice's Grand Canal

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Venice / Athens

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day odyssey with Smithsonian Journeys aboard L'Austral, cruising from Venice to Athens. Explore Hvar's charm, Mostar's Ottoman legacy, Dubrovnik's medieval streets, and Kotor's majestic bay. Unveil Butrint's ancient wonders, Delphi's oracle, and traverse the Corinth Canal before your grand finale in Athens.

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from $5,250

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Natural Wonders and Cultural Jewels of Dalmatia

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore Venice’s timeless alleys
• Admire Primosten’s peninsula views
• Walk Split’s Roman palace
• Wander Hvar’s ancient plains

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Venice / Dubrovnik

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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Venice to Dubrovnik on the Le Bougainville, featuring relaxing activities and unique excursions like truffle hunting and vintage car tours. Explore historic towns and stunning UNESCO sites along the culturally rich Adriatic coastline.

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from $4,960

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Natural Wonders and Cultural Jewels of Dalmatia

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Venice
• Discover Rovinj
• Experience Zadar
• Discover Primosten

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Venice / Dubrovnik

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Venice to Dubrovnik aboard the L'Austral. Explore the Adriatic Sea, weaving through natural wonders and historic towns, savoring the beauty of this captivating region.

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from $10,390

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Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore the rocky plateau of Athens
• Explore Patmos
• Admire volcanic beauty and ruins
• Explore the Delphi Sanctuary

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Athens / Valletta

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Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring the enchanting destinations of Greece, Turkey, and Italy. Each destination offers unique experiences, from ancient ruins and historic monasteries to stunning beaches and charming villages.

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from $16,172

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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

Activities

Kayaking, Hiking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

On this 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and culinary delights. Visit Menorca's prehistoric stones, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia's waters, and explore Delphi.

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from $3,610

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Greece, Montenegro & Croatia

Athens - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• View beautiful Mykonos
• Walk through sacred temples
• Discover historic Dubrovnik
• Explore the lovely Cres Town
• Visit inviting Korcula

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Piraeus / Venice

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Variable

Join Star Clipper on this 12-day cruise from Athens to Venice. Relax on the teak decks of the majestic tall ship as it sails along the clear waters around Mykonos, Santorini, Katakolon, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Cres, and Venice! Along the way, you can learn about the mythology born here and soak in the sun!

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from $4,360

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Spain, Morocco & Portugal

14 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• View Bonifacio's natural beauty
• Explore luxurious Ibiza
• Discover charming Motril
• Visit Malaga to view architecture

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Civitavecchia / Lisbon

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Variable

Join the Royal Clipper on this 14-day grand cruise departing from France and visiting Spain, Morocco, Great Britain, and Portugal. Cruise across the seemingly boundless Mediterranean Sea to discover Cannes, Bonifacio, Mahon, Ibiza, Malaga, Gibraltar, Tangier, Cadiz, and more!

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from $4,590

Free SE

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Cities and splendours of the Adriatic

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Piran's medieval streets
• Explore Hvar's Stari Grad
• Visit Spritz's canals and churches
• Discover Venetian town and streets

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Dubrovnik / Venice

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Biking

Activity Level

Variable

8-day cruise along the Adriatic aboard L'Austral. Uncover lesser-known wonders in Dubrovnik, Hvar, Bol, Rab, Brijuni, Pula, Piran, and Venice. Discover rich history, charming streets, and breathtaking landscapes on your unique cruise

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from $4,890

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Mystery Cruise

Valletta - Naples - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Variety Voyager

• Explore Valletta’s historic harbor
• Discover Naples southern gateway
• Experience spontaneous exploration
• Enjoy free of guidebooks or plans

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Valletta / Naples

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Variable

Set sail on an 8-day mystery cruise aboard the Variety Voyager from Valletta to Naples, uncovering Italy and Malta's hidden gems. With ports revealed at the last minute, embrace spontaneity as you explore remote islands' historic villages and savor local cultures and cuisines.

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from $5,250

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Cities and Splendours of the Adriatic

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore Dubrovnik’s medieval walls
• Discover Stari Grad’s vineyards
• Walk Bol’s pine-shaded beaches
• Admire Rab’s bell towers

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Dubrovnik / Venice

Activities

Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise on Le Bougainville, featuring family-friendly activities and exploring stunning locations like Dubrovnik, Stari Grad, and Hvar. Discover the natural beauty in Brijuni National Park and the charm of Slovenia’s Piran before concluding in Venice.

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from $5,810

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Grand Voyage: Malta, Balearics & Spain

Malta - Las Palmas - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Explore Valletta’s historic charm
• Discover Gozo’s serene beauty
• Sail Cagliari’s medieval coast
• Wander Palma’s Gothic streets

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Valletta / Las Palmas

Activities

Local Market Visits, Wildlife Viewing

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Variable

Set sail on a 20-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer, exploring UNESCO-listed Valletta, Gozo’s myths, and scenic Mediterranean gems. Highlights include Gothic Palma, Cartagena’s ruins, and Tenerife’s towering Mount Teide.

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from $3,100

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Malta, Balearic Islands & Spain

Valletta - Malaga - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Relax aboard a majestic tall ship
• Gaze upon Palma's Gothic cathedral
• Visit the World Heritage City
• Explore Cagliari, Sardinia

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Valletta / Malaga

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Your 11-day Mediterranean cruise starts in the enchanting port of Valletta, Malta. It travels to the spectacular coastal city of Malaga, Spain aboard the Star Clipper, stopping in Cagliari, Cartagena, Gozo, Ibiza, Mahon, Motril, and Palma de Mallorca, with a flexible itinerary that combines exploration with relaxation.

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from $8,370

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A Circumnavigation of Sicily with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Visit Valleta a UNESCO-listed city
• Visit Valley of Temples
• Witness a fiery volcano
• Discover Trapani's diverse heritage

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Valletta / Valletta

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Variable

Set sail on a 9-day Sicily cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Visit UNESCO sites like Valletta and the Valley of Temples, admire Stromboli’s volcanic activity, explore vibrant cities such as Palermo and Syracuse, and discover ancient ruins, diverse cultures, and beautiful coastal views.

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from $6,050

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Ancient Jewels of the Mediterranean

Valletta - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Meet a famous puppeteer in Syracuse
• Immerse in Southern Italy
• Wander through the ancient streets
• Visit the Taormina in Sicily

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Valletta / Athens

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Variable

Set sail on an 8-day Ancient Jewels of the Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Explore Malta's coast and Greece's treasures. Discover Syracuse's puppetry, Paros' villages, and Taormina's ancient theatre. Experience Gallipoli, Galaxidi, Hydra, and Paros.

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from $9,540

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Culture and Islands of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit Menorca
• Explore Sardinia
• Discover Sicily
• Experience Catania
• Discover Syracuse
• Discover Malta

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Barcelona / Valletta

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.

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from $7,590

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From the City of Gods to the Eternal City

Athens - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Explore the Mediterranean
• Explore notable stops
• Explore southern Aegean Sea
• Explore Civitavecchia

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Athens / Civitavecchia

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Variable

Join Le Bougainville on this 12-day journey from Athens to Civitavecchia, exploring the Mediterranean. Enjoy diverse experiences with included excursions at each port of call. Highlights include marveling at Taormina, exploring Chania, and visiting Phaestos Palace. Discover ancient cities, coastlines, and historical treasures.

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from $4,220

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Grand Voyage: Malaga to Cannes

16 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Gaze upon Malaga's architecture
• Explore luxurious Ibiza
• Try your hand at sailing
• Admire St. Tropez's famous beaches

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Malaga / Cannes

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Variable

Sail to an impressive collection of ports on this 16-day Grand Voyage, from the stunning Balearic Islands off Eastern Spain to quixotic tiny port towns along the Spanish and French Rivieras to the stylish and romantic city of Cannes. Relax aboard the Star Flyer and enjoy the life of a true sailor.

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