Top Mediterranean Trips & Tours in May 2026

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A Circumnavigation of Sicily with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Valletta - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Take a loop around Sicily
• Discover Sicily's beautiful cities
• Visit Syracuse
• Explore Palermo

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Valletta / Valletta

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During this 9-day cruise around Sicily aboard the new luxury expedition ship Le Bougainville, you'll be able to explore mythical places at the crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations. Discover Sicily's most beautiful historic cities and ancient sites.

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from $8,740

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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Discover Mediterranean islands
• Experience ancient ruins
• Admire Byzantine-Arab mosaics
• Explore medieval towns
• Discover local cuisine

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Valletta / Nice

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Explore the heart of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice aboard Le Bougainville. Discover Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba's historical civilizations that left mark on these islands' language, cuisine, art, and architecture.

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from $2,570

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Ligurian Sea

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Stroll Nice’s old town
• Discover Lerici’s villages
• Explore Portoferraio’s vineyards
• Relax on Sant’Amanza’s beach

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Nice / Nice

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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, sailing from Nice to Monaco while discovering beautiful coastal towns and rich cultural landmarks. Enjoy vibrant local cuisine, stunning beaches, and history in France, Italy, and Monaco.

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from $2,570

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Corsica & French Riviera

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Explore Nice’s old town
• Stroll Portofino’s harbor
• Unwind at Plage Saint Antoine
• Wander Alghero’s medieval streets

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Nice / Nice

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Small Ship Sailing

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Set sail for an 8-day cruise on the Royal Clipper, visiting Monaco, Portofino, Corsica, Sardinia, and St. Tropez. Experience stunning landscapes, rich culture, and gourmet dining before returning to Nice with lasting memories.

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from $3,863

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Corsican Cruise

Nice Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Discover Corsica
• Cruise the coast of Gulf of Porto
• Visit Calanques de Piana
• Explore the Balagne Region

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Nice / Nice

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This eight-day Corsican voyage aboard the MV La Belle des Océans reveals Corsica's hidden riches, a real paradise on earth that appears to have every marvel of the world on its shores or in its mountains. Relax on the beautiful beaches of Cargèse, "the Greek village," and Saint-Florent, Corsica's version of Saint-Tropez.

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Dubrovnik to Split

Dubrovnik - Split - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Ambassador

• Explore historic Dubrovnik
• Walk Korcula’s charming old town
• Swim in Slano’s crystal-clear water
• Stroll vibrant streets of Hvar

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Dubrovnik / Split

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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split aboard M/S Ambassador, exploring Croatia’s stunning islands, historic cities, and vibrant culture. Enjoy medieval towns, crystal-clear waters, and timeless traditions.

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Split to Dubrovnik

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Ambassador

• See the Biševo Blue Cave
• Explore the Island of Vis
• Walk around Mljet National Park
• Visit the city of Dubrovnik
• Wander around Korčula

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Split / Dubrovnik

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Discover the beauty of unspoiled beaches, historical architecture, blue caves, cobbled streets, national parks, and much more on this 8-day voyage aboard M/S Ambassador from Split to Dubrovnik.

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from $2,320

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Amalfi & Sicily

Civitavecchia Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Sail across Mediterranean waters
• Visit Lipari for coastal views
• Explore Messina cathedral clock
• See seaside cliffs near Sorrento

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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia

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Urban Exploration

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Experience an 8-day Mediterranean sailing adventure from Civitavecchia, exploring Sicily, the Amalfi Coast, and the Aeolian and Pontine Islands aboard Star Clipper. Sail past Stromboli’s active volcano, wander historic Messina, and admire the coastal beauty of Amalfi and Sorrento. Explore Ponza’s unspoiled charm before returning to Rome’s port.

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Dubrovnik to Split

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Summer

• See the city of Dubrovnik
• Sail across Hvar Island
• Explore Mljet National Park
• Discover Vis' preserved nature

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From Dubrovnik, MS Summer takes you on an 8-day Croatian cruise that includes a visit to some of the country's most beautiful islands and towns, such as Bievo Island and Korcula Island, as well as the city of Split.

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Dubrovnik to Split

Dubrovnik - Split - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS San Spirito

• Stroll vibrant streets of Hvar
• Swim in Slano’s crystal-clear water
• Walk Korcula’s charming old town
• Explore historic Dubrovnik

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Dubrovnik / Split

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split aboard MS San Spirito, exploring Croatia’s stunning islands, historic cities, and vibrant culture. Enjoy medieval towns, crystal-clear waters, and timeless traditions.

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Dubrovnik to Split

Dubrovnik - Split - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Invictus

• Enter Bisevo’s Blue Cave
• Walk Korcula’s charming old town
• Discover Mljet’s National Park
• Relax on Bol’s Zlatni Rat beach

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Dubrovnik / Split

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Fishing

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split aboard M/S Invictus, exploring Croatia’s stunning islands, historic cities, and vibrant culture. Enjoy medieval towns, crystal-clear waters, and timeless traditions.

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Split to Dubrovnik

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Invictus

• Discover Vis' preserved nature
• Explore Mljet National Park
• See the city of Dubrovnik
• Sail across Hvar Island

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Split / Dubrovnik

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Join this 8-day cruise from Split aboard M/S Invictus which sails to the amazing islands and towns in Croatia such as Bisevo Island, Korcula Island, Mljet Island, Hvar Islands, the city of Dubrovnik, and many more

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Split to Dubrovnik

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Summer

• Explore Split
• Experience Vis
• Discover the Blue Cave
• Cruise along Dubrovnik

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Split / Dubrovnik

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Join this 8-day cruise from Split aboard MS Summer, which sails to the amazing islands and towns in Croatia, such as Bisevo Island, Korcula Island, Mljet Island, the Hvar Islands, the city of Dubrovnik, and many more.

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from $24,580

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The Greek Islands, the Corinth Canal and Adriatic

Athens - Dubrovnik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia

• Explore Delos archaeological site
• Wander Mykonos town
• Transit narrow Corinth Canal
• Discover Lefkada castle ruins

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Piraeus / Dubrovnik

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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Athens to Dubrovnik aboard the Emerald Kaia, exploring the Ionian and Adriatic Seas. Visit historic sites, enjoy local culture, and relax in stunning coastal towns before concluding your journey in Dubrovnik.

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from $20,290

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Malta, Sicily & Amalfi Coast

Valletta - Civitavecchia - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara

• Explore Valletta’s Baroque capital
• Visit Giardini Naxos’ beaches
• Admire Lipari’s scenic cliffs
• Discover Amalfi’s cathedral

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Valletta / Civitavecchia

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Local Market Visits

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Set sail for a 10-day Mediterranean cruise from Valletta, Malta, to Civitavecchia, Italy, on the Emerald Sakara. Visit Sicilian beaches, Amalfi's historic sites, and enjoy stunning views from Capri and Sorrento, balancing relaxation with exploration.

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from $13,790

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Hidden Gems of the Croatian Riviera

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia

• Stroll Piran Venetian architecture
• Admire Opatija coastal views
• Visit Split’s UNESCO-listed palace
• Sail Venice's iconic canals

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Dubrovnik / Venice

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8-day cruise along the Adriatic aboard Emerald Kaia. Explore the coastlines and islands of Greece, Turkey, Croatia, Italy, France and Spain. Discover rich history, charming streets, and breathtaking landscapes on your unique cruise

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French & Italian Rivieras with Corsica

Civitavecchia (Rome) - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara

• Explore Corsica’s Calvi
• Taste Livorno’s seafood
• Walk historic Porto Venere
• Experience Monte Carlo culture

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Civitavecchia / Nice

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Sail on this 8-day Western Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Nice aboard Emerald Sakara. Explore Corsica’s Calvi, Tuscany’s Livorno and Marina di Carrara, the UNESCO-listed town of Porto Venere, the coastal gems of Santa Margherita Ligure and Portofino, and the glamorous cities of Monte Carlo and Nice.

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Corsican shores, under Sail Aboard Le Ponant

Roundtrip Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant

• Visit Balagne and Cap Corse
• Visit Gulf of Ajaccio
• Discover the Gulf of Sant’Amanza
• Visit the Gulf of Roccapina

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Nice / Nice

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Scuba Diving, Snorkeling

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise along the Corsican coastline aboard Le Ponant, departing from Nice. Explore the northern terrain of Balagne and Cap Corse with historic citadels and unspoiled villages. Experience the Gulf of Sant’Amanza. Visit the Gulf of Roccapina and Domaine de Murtoli before returning to Nice.

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