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Mahon, Menorca
from $3,240
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Malta, Balearic Islands & Spain

Malta - Malaga - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Valletta’s stunning gardens
  • Discover Gozo’s mythical charm
  • Visit Cagliari’s medieval Castello
  • Marvel at Malaga’s Alcazaba
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Valletta / Malaga
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Sail the Mediterranean on an 11-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer, visiting historic Valletta, tranquil Gozo, Sardinia’s Cagliari, Menorca, Palma de Mallorca, Cartagena, Motril, and Malaga, with relaxing days at sea.
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Visit charming Marseille
from $10,095
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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
Activities
Photography Seminars
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Variable
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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View of Hvar harbor
from $8,120
$1000 SBC
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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
Activities
Urban Exploration
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Variable
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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Mediterranean blue Dubrovnik from above
from $5,920
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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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Variable
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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Athens Acropolis
from $2,820
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Sicily & Greece

Piraeus - Valletta - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Milos Sarakiniko Bay
  • Visit Chania Venetian harbor
  • Walk Gythio streets
  • Explore Valletta the walled city
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Piraeus / Valletta
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Variable
Experience a 9-day Mediterranean sailing cruise on the Star Flyer, exploring ancient Athens, stunning Milos, and the charming alleys of Chania. Visit historic sites in Gythio, Pylos, Syracuse, Gozo, and end in Valletta, famous for its fortified city and gardens.
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A stunning view of Nafplion, Greece
from $2,150
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Sicily & Greece

Valletta to Athens - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Valletta the walled city
  • Explore Syracuse ruins
  • Visit Pilos Navarino Bay
  • Stroll Nafplio waterfront
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Valletta / Piraeus
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Variable
Join a 7-day cruise from Valletta to Piraeus on the Star Flyer, exploring historic sites like Syracuse's archaeological park and Monemvasia's Byzantine fortress. Visit Nafplio's Venetian architecture before concluding in Piraeus, where you can explore Athens' Acropolis and Agora.
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Visit beautiful Hydra
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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Relax on the beaches of Croatia's Dalmatian coast
from $7,970
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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea

Venice to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Venice’s canals
  • Visit Split’s Diocletian’s Palace
  • Discover Hvar’s Stari Grad plains
  • Visit Delphi Sanctuary
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Venice / Athens
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Variable
Set sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Explore Venice’s canals, Diocletian’s Palace in Split, the Stari Grad plains on Hvar, Dubrovnik’s ancient walls, Kotor’s medieval streets, Saranda’s Ionian harbor, and Delphi’s UNESCO Sanctuary.
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Explore Palma de Mallorca
from $2,820
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Spain, Balearic & Italy

Malaga - Civitavecchia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Malaga’s fortress palace
  • Visit Granada Arabesque Alhambra
  • View Palma’s Gothic cathedral
  • See Calvi’s medieval citadel
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Malaga / Civitavecchia
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 9-day cruise from Malaga to Civitavecchia aboard the Star Clipper, exploring Andalucia's Moorish heritage and highlights like Malaga’s Alcazaba and Palma's Gothic Cathedral. Visit charming stops like Corsica and Elba, concluding your journey at the gateway to Rome.
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Gelato Shop
from $19,295
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Sailing 'The Med': A Mediterranean Feast

Valletta - Lisbon - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Wander Valletta Barrakka Gardens
  • Tour Agrigento ancient ruins
  • Taste Tangier street food
  • Sip Portuguese wines
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Valletta / Lisbon
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
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Join an 18-day Mediterranean cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the culinary heritage from Malta and Sicily to Spain and Morocco. Discover local traditions, seafood delights, and vibrant markets while visiting charming villages and historic wineries.
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Enjoy the brilliant blue water of the Mediterranean
from $14,990
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Spanish Shores & Beyond

Barcelona - Palma de Mallorca - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Explore Port-Vendres French harbor
  • Discover Saint-Tropez Riviera town
  • Wander Calvi’s Corsican coast
  • Stroll Mahon’s cobbled streets
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Barcelona / Palma de Mallorca
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Experience a 10-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona to Palma de Mallorca on the Emerald Sakara, visiting stunning ports like Monte Carlo and Calvi. Enjoy coastal charm, cultural sites, and luxurious relaxation throughout this captivating journey.
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A stunning fortified old town with massive stone walls overlooking the Adriatic Sea
from $12,495
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Adriatic Voyage: Croatia, Montenegro and Greece

Split to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore ancient Split ruins
  • Cruise scenic Kotor Bay
  • Visit underground lake Cephalonia
  • Transit historic Corinth Canal
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Venice / Athens
Activities
Kayaking, Biking
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Variable
Sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day Adriatic voyage aboard Le Dumont d’Urville. Explore ancient ruins, charming coastal towns, and scenic islands, with plenty of enriching excursions and unforgettable views.
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Relax with a stunning view of Lisbon
from $3,680
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Malta to Lisbon

Valletta - Lisbon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Tour Valletta the walled city
  • View Palma’s Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Cartagena’s Roman Theater
  • See Malaga’s Alcazaba
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Valletta / Lisbon
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, starting in Valletta and visiting places like Cagliari, Mahon, Palma de Mallorca, and Malaga. Explore historical sites like the Roman Theater in Cartagena and end your journey in Lisbon's Alfama quarter.
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Cape Drastis at Corfu island in Greece
from $3,610
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Greece, Montenegro and Croatia

Venice - Piraeus - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Venice’s canals
  • Relax on Mali Losinj’s beaches
  • Stroll Gythio’s harbor
  • Admire Milos’ white cliffs
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Venice / Piraeus
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Venice to Piraeus on the Star Clipper, exploring Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece. Experience stunning destinations like Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Mykonos while enjoying leisure activities.
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Charming port cities line the coves of the French Riviera
from $2,570
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Corsica & French Riviera

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Portofino’s Piazzetta
  • Discover Propriano’s lively port
  • Wander Alghero’s medieval streets
  • Experience Sanary-sur-Mer’s markets
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Cannes / Cannes
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, visiting beautiful France, Italy, and Corsica coasts. Enjoy vibrant towns, historic sites, fresh seafood, and charming beaches while soaking in the rich culture and stunning landscapes.
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Roman amphitheatre in Pula, Croatia
from $5,590
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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
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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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Stone streets of Stari Grad on Hvar island
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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Mediterranean blue Dubrovnik from above
from $6,745
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Back to Summer on the Azure Adriatic

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • Explore Dubrovnik Old Town
  • Discover Hvar Venetian harbor
  • Walk Korcula medieval streets
  • Admire Trogir UNESCO architecture
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Dubrovnik / Venice
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Set sail for 8 days from Dubrovnik to Venice aboard Sea Cloud II, discovering the Adriatic’s historic cities, islands, and coastal beauty. Explore Dubrovnik’s Old Town, Hvar’s Venetian harbor, Korcula’s medieval streets, Trogir’s UNESCO architecture, Rovinj’s Istrian charm, and Venice’s Grand Canal and St. Mark’s Square.
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