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Mount Etna looms over an ancient town
from $14,595
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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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Ruins of Greece
from $7,790
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Cruising the Mediterranean: Sicily, Sardinia, and Mallorca – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Barcelona - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit UNESCO sites in Valletta
  • Indulge in Sicilian seafood
  • Stroll Mahon's colorful streets
  • Transit the Corinth Canal passage
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Valletta / Tarragona
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Embark on an 8-day Le Boreal cruise from Valletta to Barcelona. Visit Sicily’s historic cities, Sardinia’s archaeological treasures, and the Balearic Islands’ stunning landscapes. Shore excursions, transfers, and expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.
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Wander through Rome
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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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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Visit the Baroque Cathedral of Syracuse
from $9,630
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Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Livorno - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Valletta's heritage
  • Discover Syracuse's history
  • Admire Taormina's scenic views
  • Experience Naples culture
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Valletta / Livorno
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Sail on this 9-day Southern Italy and Sicily cruise with Smithsonian Journeys aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Start in Valletta, Malta, exploring historic landmarks. Visit Syracuse's Greek and cultural sites and Taormina's scenic views and theater. Explore Reggio di Calabria's coast and museum. Visit Civitavecchia, and conclude in Livorno, Tuscany.
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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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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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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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Cannes at sunset
from $23,590
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Splendors of Sicily, Italy and the French Riviera

Valletta - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Valletta’s walled city
  • Discover Taormina’s ancient theater
  • Admire Sorrento’s cliffside villas
  • Visit Civitavecchia iconic monument
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Valletta / Nice
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Embark on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II, starting in Valletta, Malta, and visiting stunning locations like Taormina, Sorrento, and Portofino. Experience the charm of Bastia, Monte Carlo, and Cannes, culminating in the beautiful Cote d’Azur in Nice.
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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
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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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Visit Rome's famed Colosseum
from $12,795
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The Amalfi, Sicily and Malta: The Godfather

Rome - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Discover Rome’s imperial relics
  • Explore Gaeta’s medieval fortress
  • Wander Naples’ ancient streets
  • Marvel at Pompeii’s ruins
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Rome / Valletta
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Join this 12-day cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring Southern Italy, Sicily, and Malta's stunning history and culture. Experience the Amalfi Coast, ancient cities, and Malta's heritage while savoring local cuisine and vibrant Mediterranean life.
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Aerial view of Porto Ercole village and boats in harbor in a sea bay at Monte Argentario, Italy
from $9,995
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Amalfi Coast, Sicily & Malta

Civitavecchia - Valetta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Rome iconic landmarks
  • Visit Gaeta Montagna Spaccata
  • Wander Capri grand Roman villas
  • Tour Amalfi mosaics of old Duomo
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Civitavecchia / Valletta
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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
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Set sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Emerald Azzurra, exploring ancient sites in Gaeta, stunning views in Capri, and charming streets in Sorrento and Amalfi before relaxing on Lipari’s beaches and concluding in Valletta, Malta.
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An aerial view of the city Malaga
from $2,990
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Malta, Balearics & Spain

Valletta - Malaga - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Valletta with its heritage
  • Discover Porto Empedocle
  • Visit Cagliari and its Castello
  • Experience Ibiza with its beaches
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Valletta / Malaga
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Small Ship Sailing
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Embark on a 10-day sailing cruise from Valletta to Malaga, visiting Sicily, Sardinia, Menorca, Ibiza, and Cartagena. Explore historic landmarks and enjoy relaxing days at sea on Star Clippers’ tall ships.
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The Roman theatre in Cartagena
from $8,950
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Ancient shores of the Mediterranean

Valletta - Malaga - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • See Valletta UNESCO heritage site
  • Discover Syracuse Greek heritage
  • Visit Agrigento Valley Temples
  • Tour Tunis Carthage SidiBouSaid
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Valletta / Malaga
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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits
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11-day cruise from Valletta to Málaga aboard Le Bougainville explores Malta, Sicily, Tunisia, Algeria, and Spain. Syracuse, Agrigento, Tunis, Algiers, Cartagena, Almería, Melilla, and Granada highlight ancient sites, coastal cities, and UNESCO-listed heritage stops.
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