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Relax on France's colorful coast
from $5,999
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Flavors and Sights of France and Italy

Nice to Naples - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • See Calvi citadel panoramic views
  • See Cinque Terre coastal villages
  • Porto Ercole fortress exploration
  • Explore Pompeii ruins
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Nice / Naples
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Local Market Visits, Snorkeling
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Sail along the Mediterranean coast from Nice through the French Riviera and into Italy on 9-day cruise aboard World Traveller. Explore Saint-Tropez, Sanary-sur-Mer, and Calvi before heading to Livorno, Cinque Terre, Porto Ercole, and Naples. Walk through historic ports, visit museums, relax on beaches, and enjoy coastal views.
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Get to know vibrant Barcelona
from $16,245
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Iconic Italy & the French Riviera

Civitavecchia - Barcelona - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ikon
  • Discover Portovenere coastal views
  • Wander Nice Promenade des Anglais
  • See Saint-Tropez La Ponche
  • Admire Collioure bell towers
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Civitavecchia / Barcelona
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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Experience an 11-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Ikon, starting in Civitavecchia and exploring Portovenere and Monte Carlo. Discover vibrant local culture, quaint fishing villages, and indulge in authentic Mediterranean cuisine along the stunning coastline.
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Beautiful Taormina, Italy, with Mt. Etna in the background
from $31,340
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Islands of the Mediterranean

Piraeus - Malaga - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Athens’ Acropolis
  • Discover Mykonos’ iconic windmills
  • Wander Santorini’s streets
  • Experience Chania’s Venetian harbor
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Piraeus / Malaga
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Embark on a 12-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Scenic Eclipse II, exploring iconic Greek islands like Mykonos and Santorini, along with the charming coastal towns of Sardinia and Ibiza. This journey combines rich cultural immersion, stunning scenery, and regional flavors across Southern Europe.
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Athens Acropolis
from $1,740
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Sicily & Greece

Piraeus - Valletta - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Athens ancient Agora
  • Walk Monemvasia twisting alleys
  • Wander Syracuse baroque piazzas
  • Discover Valletta capital
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Piraeus / Valletta
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on a 6-day Mediterranean cruise from Piraeus to Valletta aboard the Star Clipper, visiting historic sites in Greece, Italy, and Malta. Highlights include Monemvasia, Pilos, and Syracuse, concluding in Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Stroll along Barcelona's famed beaches
from $15,600
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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, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and local cuisine. Visit Menorca’s prehistoric stones, Bonifacio’s citadel, Sardinia’s artisan villages, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia’s waters, and explore Delphi.
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Wander through colorful seaside towns
from $9,270
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Sweet Mediterranean Escape

Athens to Nice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Tour Patmos sacred sites
  • Explore ancient Delos ruins
  • Sail scenic Corinth Canal
  • Visit Porto Santo Stefano
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Athens / Nice
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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Athens to Nice aboard Le Boreal. Visit UNESCO sites in Patmos and Delos, sail through the Corinth Canal, explore ancient towns like Nafplion, Taormina, and Gaeta, and relax on the coasts of Milos, Corsica, and Tuscany. Discover both major highlights and hidden gems across the Mediterranean.
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Relax by the sea in sunny Nice
from $9,270
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From the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic

Nice - Venice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Stroll Promenade des Anglais
  • Stroll Lipari’s volcanic landscape
  • Circle Dubrovnik’s stone ramparts
  • Tour Taormina’s ancient ruins
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Nice / Venice
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Set sail on a 13-day Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic cruise aboard Le Boreal. Explore Nice, Bonifacio, Lipari, Taormina, Dubrovnik, Split, Rovinj, and Piran. Walk historic centers, enjoy coastal views, and discover local cultures. Relax with onboard amenities during scenic sea days before ending in Venice.
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Stop in beautiful Vis
from $6,399
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Croatian and Adriatic Gems

Dubrovnik to Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Discover Dubrovnik Old Town
  • See Otranto cathedral architecture
  • Bari harbor coastal stroll
  • Experience Vis wine tasting tour
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Dubrovnik / Venice
Activities
Hiking, Wine Tasting
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Variable
Explore the Adriatic coastline from Dubrovnik to Venice on an 8-day cruise aboard World Traveller. Visit Croatian highlights like Hvar, Vis, and Rovinj, enjoying ancient streets, vibrant ports, and pristine beaches. Walk through medieval towns, sample local wines, and explore Romanesque churches.
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Explore the colorful city of Valletta
from $3,080
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Malta, Balearic & Spain

Malaga - Valletta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Malaga’s Moorish Alcazaba
  • Discover Almeria’s grand Alcazaba
  • Wander Ibiza’s streets
  • Admire Mahon’s architecture
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Malaga / Valletta
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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Malaga to Valletta, visiting historic sites like Almeria's Alcazaba and Ibiza's Dalt Vila. Enjoy rich cultures, stunning landscapes, and Mediterranean cuisine aboard the Star Flyer.
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Explore the ancient Acropolis
from $2,290
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Sicily & Greece

Piraeus - Valletta - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Wander Athens Ancient Agora
  • Explore Pylos Navarino Bay
  • Explore Syracuse’s historical ruins
  • Visit Valletta’s museums palaces
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Piraeus / Valletta
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Set sail on a 7-day Mediterranean cruise from Piraeus to Valletta aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring historic Athens, Monemvasia's Byzantine fortress, and Pylos, famous for King Nestor’s Palace. Discover Sicily's Syracuse and Malta's Gozo, known for diving and coastal caves, before concluding in the fortified capital of Valletta.
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French Cheese
from $16,595
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A Mediterranean Feast

Naples - Lisbon - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore archaeological Pompeii
  • Taste Naples' iconic pizza
  • Discover the Palace of Caserta
  • Visit Monaco's 'The Rock'
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Naples / Lisbon
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Set sail on a 17-day cruise from Naples to Lisbon aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring the Mediterranean's rich culinary heritage. Experience local gastronomy and culture while visiting historic sites, traditional villages, and renowned wineries.
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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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Variable
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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