Top Mediterranean Sea Short Cruise Trips & Packages In 2025/2026

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The Italy Grand Tour
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By Alma Italia
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5/5 Excellent
28 reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They focus on creating unique and exclusive experiences including one of a kind private tours, tastings of rare wines and local cuisine.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Venice Lose yourself in the labyrinth of alleyways and canals. Venice is a place of alluring charm and elegance like no other.
  • Florence Marvel at the grandeur of the architecture in the Renaissance capital of Italy and soak up the atmosphere of the most artistic and culturally rich city in the world.
  • Rome The eternal city, a cinematic dream and the heart of the mighty Roman empire and modern day Italy
  • Naples An enigmatic place of history and glamour mixed with a hint of danger makes Naples a very exciting place to explore.
  • Capri and the Amalfi Coast Explore the villages of the iconic Amafli coast, the classic Italy summer coastal retreat.

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, Culinary & Wine

What travelers are saying

"We had a trip of a lifetime. Tim was very flexible in handling the planning of the itinerary. I wanted this to be a special trip for myself and my husband to celebrate our milestone birthdays and have always wanted to visit Italy to experience the sights, culture, food and warmth of the people. Tim was cognizant that my husband’s knees were not the best and so advised on the hotel proximities to the activities and events with that in mind. He also understood that I wanted to do this trip in as cost effective manner as possible and so was flexible when it came to allowing me to utilize our RCI points to book hotels and just advised on location. Tim passed the baton over to Alessio when it came to executing on the itinerary and Alessio did a marvelous job despite the time crunch given the trip was still within busy season of end of Sept - beginning of Oct. A week before the trip, my husband fell and damaged his knee but luckily was able to address this with an orthopedic doctor and we were able to proceed on our dream trip. We visited Rome, Sorrento, Pompeii, Capri island, Amalfi Coast, Florence and Lucca and experienced many of the activities and sites through private tours arranged through Amal Italia with the most knowledgeable, accommodating guides who worked together with the transfer personnel to make it all happen seemlessly. On trips to the Vatican, Uffizi Gallery and Pompeii as examples, the tour guides knew exactly how to condense the time spent to focus on the key highlights, telling the history while linking the intricacies and nuances of the artifacts being shown. Whether it was booking a cooking class in Sorento, visit to a vineyard, spa massage in Pompeii or a dinner overlooking the sea, Alessio did his utmost best to make this truly a memorable experience. We would not have been able to cover half the activities on our itinerary were it not for the very professional, flexible, knowledgeable and accommodating help on logistics and events through Amal Italia. Thank you Tim and Alessio for a once in a lifetime experience!"

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The Amalfi Coast And Her Islands Private Tour
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By Alma Italia
Local Expert
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5/5 Excellent
28 reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They focus on creating unique and exclusive experiences including one of a kind private tours, tastings of rare wines and local cuisine.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Naples Lose yourself in the labyrinth of alleyways in historic Naples. Naples is an enigmatic place of history and glamour mixed with a hint of danger like no other.
  • Amalfi Coast coastal drive Explore the villages of the Amalfi coast and experience a road trip along one of the most iconic stretches of coastal roads in the world.
  • Pompeii Take an adventure into the past on a guided visit to this remarkable palace preserved under volcanic ash for thousands of years.
  • Capri, Ischia and Procida Vacation like a celebrity island hopping around these movie star islands

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We had a trip of a lifetime. Tim was very flexible in handling the planning of the itinerary. I wanted this to be a special trip for myself and my husband to celebrate our milestone birthdays and have always wanted to visit Italy to experience the sights, culture, food and warmth of the people. Tim was cognizant that my husband’s knees were not the best and so advised on the hotel proximities to the activities and events with that in mind. He also understood that I wanted to do this trip in as cost effective manner as possible and so was flexible when it came to allowing me to utilize our RCI points to book hotels and just advised on location. Tim passed the baton over to Alessio when it came to executing on the itinerary and Alessio did a marvelous job despite the time crunch given the trip was still within busy season of end of Sept - beginning of Oct. A week before the trip, my husband fell and damaged his knee but luckily was able to address this with an orthopedic doctor and we were able to proceed on our dream trip. We visited Rome, Sorrento, Pompeii, Capri island, Amalfi Coast, Florence and Lucca and experienced many of the activities and sites through private tours arranged through Amal Italia with the most knowledgeable, accommodating guides who worked together with the transfer personnel to make it all happen seemlessly. On trips to the Vatican, Uffizi Gallery and Pompeii as examples, the tour guides knew exactly how to condense the time spent to focus on the key highlights, telling the history while linking the intricacies and nuances of the artifacts being shown. Whether it was booking a cooking class in Sorento, visit to a vineyard, spa massage in Pompeii or a dinner overlooking the sea, Alessio did his utmost best to make this truly a memorable experience. We would not have been able to cover half the activities on our itinerary were it not for the very professional, flexible, knowledgeable and accommodating help on logistics and events through Amal Italia. Thank you Tim and Alessio for a once in a lifetime experience!"

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Private Guided Tours Of Sicily
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By Alma Italia
Local Expert
Verified by Travelstride as locally operated and in the top of their field for customer reviews, local knowledge, and safety.
5/5 Excellent
28 reviews
Private Guided
Why we love them
They focus on creating unique and exclusive experiences including one of a kind private tours, tastings of rare wines and local cuisine.
Lodging level
Luxury - 5 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Noto Explore this chic baroque jewel in the south east corner of Sicily
  • Ortigia Island A truely unique town of Venetian heritage built on an island surrounded by the sparkling Mediterranean connected only by a short bridge to the rest of Sicily
  • Mount Etna Explore this active volcano if you are brave enough
  • Favignana Island advenutre to this hidden treasure and local Italian vacation hotspot which lies off the west coast of Sicily.
  • Palermo Discover the sizziling cultural hotpot that is the capital of Sicily

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife

What travelers are saying

"We had a trip of a lifetime. Tim was very flexible in handling the planning of the itinerary. I wanted this to be a special trip for myself and my husband to celebrate our milestone birthdays and have always wanted to visit Italy to experience the sights, culture, food and warmth of the people. Tim was cognizant that my husband’s knees were not the best and so advised on the hotel proximities to the activities and events with that in mind. He also understood that I wanted to do this trip in as cost effective manner as possible and so was flexible when it came to allowing me to utilize our RCI points to book hotels and just advised on location. Tim passed the baton over to Alessio when it came to executing on the itinerary and Alessio did a marvelous job despite the time crunch given the trip was still within busy season of end of Sept - beginning of Oct. A week before the trip, my husband fell and damaged his knee but luckily was able to address this with an orthopedic doctor and we were able to proceed on our dream trip. We visited Rome, Sorrento, Pompeii, Capri island, Amalfi Coast, Florence and Lucca and experienced many of the activities and sites through private tours arranged through Amal Italia with the most knowledgeable, accommodating guides who worked together with the transfer personnel to make it all happen seemlessly. On trips to the Vatican, Uffizi Gallery and Pompeii as examples, the tour guides knew exactly how to condense the time spent to focus on the key highlights, telling the history while linking the intricacies and nuances of the artifacts being shown. Whether it was booking a cooking class in Sorento, visit to a vineyard, spa massage in Pompeii or a dinner overlooking the sea, Alessio did his utmost best to make this truly a memorable experience. We would not have been able to cover half the activities on our itinerary were it not for the very professional, flexible, knowledgeable and accommodating help on logistics and events through Amal Italia. Thank you Tim and Alessio for a once in a lifetime experience!"

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France - Paris to French Riviera
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4.3/5 Great
7 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Discover Paris, Nice and Monte Carlo
  • Explore historic site Chenonceau
  • Visit Oceanographic Museum and Prince's Palace of Monaco
  • Enjoy the views of the Mediterranean.

Themes

Cultural, 50 Plus, Singles Travel

What travelers are saying

"I recently took a trip to Kenya and I cannot imagine any other tour operator doing a better job. Let's start at the beginning. My flight from the US landed first in London and then a second flight was to have gone to Kenya. The airline nightmare began with AA being two hours late causing me to miss my next flight on British Air. BA had given my flight away before I got off the plan and had no acceptable replacement. I spent three days and nights at Heathrow airport forcing me to miss those days of my tour. I stood in lines hours long at the airport and my second replacement flight never left the ground after being held hostage in the plane for hours. I was ready to go home. My phone would not work much of the time in the airport, but I was finally able to contact Best Singles Travel. They figured out a way to arrange for a driver to meet me at the Nairobi airport three days after my trip began and take me to Samburu, a five hour drive where the group was then located. If it had not been for this effort in figuring out a way for me to meet my group then this trip would have been lost for me. And what a shame that would have been because once I finally arrived it was magical. I saw every animal as well as much of the countryside driving all over even with missing three days. The lodges were picturesque with monkeys playing on expansive grounds, wild birds and animals, beautiful colored geckos, mountains and streams in the background where the sun met a landscape expanding as far as the eye could see producing sunsets like those seen in National Geographics. Oh, did I mention the food? No US chemicals. Just organically grown and delicious. If anyone reading this decides to travel to Kenya then I hope you stop to see David Sheldrick's rescued baby elephants. I am grateful that Best Singles Travel and Patrick, our knowledgeable considerate tour guide, took the time, effort and resources to make the remainder of this trip happen for me because now I cannot imagine having missed it. This trip was organized, included lovely memorable hotels/lodges and attentive to our needs."

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European Memories
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4.6/5 Excellent
66 reviews
Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Full schedule

Highlights

  • Visit Holocaust Me­morial and the Berlin Wall Museum.
  • Explore Prague the capital of Baroque jewel of Europe.
  • Visit the Las Ventas bullring.
  • Visit Retiro Park, an oasis in the city centre, where we will see the lake and the Glass Palace.
  • Explore Barcelona, an impressive city right on the Mediterranean Sea.

Themes

Cultural, Local Immersion & Homestays

What travelers are saying

"No travel with then completely desaster First and last Hotel accommodations really cheap, they mix you with 40 people in the same bus"

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Balkan Essentials - 10 days
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5/5 Excellent
11 reviews
Small Group Tour
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Balanced schedule

Highlights

  • Experience the welcoming vibes of Belgrade
  • Walk across the bridge over the Drina, described by Nobel Prize winning writer Ivo Andrić
  • Feel the charm of Kotor's Old Town - one of Europe's ""must-see"" destinations
  • Listen to the peaceful sounds of the stunning waterfalls of National Park Plitvice Lakes

Themes

Cultural, Hiking & Walking, National Parks

What travelers are saying

"I took "Red Belgrade-Communist Era" tour on corona times. From the first contact, staff took care of things in a very friendly, flexible and professional way. The tour I got was informative and fun, explaining not only Serbia but other Yugoslav countries. Fully recommended."

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Yachtlife Mediterranean (Turkey & Greece)
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4.8/5 Excellent
12 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Standard - 3 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • Enjoy the cruise to Rhodes
  • Explore the viewpoints of Symi Island
  • Discover the island of Kos
  • Visit the volcano on Nisyros Island
  • Explore the city of Bodrum

Themes

Nature & Wildlife, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise

What travelers are saying

"I was very excited to support a Canadian company, but unfortunately, this trip was anything but blissful. The tour guide was unprofessional, incompetent, and inappropriate. He was reported in the middle of the trip because of how vulgar he was being with the girls on the tour. Guided tours are supposed to be a haven for young, solo travelers and, unfortunately, this tour was the nightmarish opposite. If you plan on booking a trip with this company, please dig into who your guide will be, how many trips they have done, and what kind of reviews they have had. Additionally, the accommodations, activities, and transportation included in this trip cost a sliver of what I paid. I completely understand the additional cost of paying the full-time guides, and the price of convenience that comes from a trip being planned for you, but unfortunately, I did not get my money’s worth with LBW. Following my friends and my dissatisfaction with the tour and the inappropriate guide, LBW’s customer support team was unfortunately slow to respond, disorganized, and inconsistent with their suggested solutions. Please, save your money, and book with another company."

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5-Night Mediterranean Magic Cruise
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5/5 Excellent
1 reviews
Small Ship Cruise
Lodging level
Premium - 4 star
Physical level
Easy
Trip pace
Flexible schedule

Highlights

  • The Prince Of Monaco's Palace Tour: Visit Monaco, playground of the rich and famous, for a tour of the opulent palace where film star Grace Kelly once resided.
  • Highlights Of Rome: Take a private tour of Rome's most famous landmarks, including the Colosseum, Forum, Trevi Fountain, as well as the Vatican City Museum and Sistine Chapel.
  • Private Boat To Island Of Capri: On a day trip to the Island of Capri, cruise around the isle on a private boat and swim in the Mediterranean waters. It's an afternoon in paradise.
  • Gelato-Making Experience In Florence: Get a behind-the-scenes tour of the Grom Gelateria! You'll learn how this yummy treat is created and have the opportunity to sample some flavors.
  • Pizza-Making At A Family Farm: See how to press olive oil, make mozzarella cheese and harvest fruit at Agriturismo La Galatea Farm in Sorrento. Afterwards, enjoy a private pizza-making session with the chefs.

Themes

Cultural, Nature & Wildlife, Family Friendly, Local Immersion & Homestays, National Parks, Small Ship Cruise, Transformative

What travelers are saying

"I went on this trip with some misgivings, as my only other experience with this type of tour was a winter Tauck Family Bridges tour of Italy, that was not a good experience. Well, I am SO glad I went, as my daughter and I had a marvelous time. Disney did an amazing job of organizing this trip - I still can't believe how much they managed to fit into essentially 8 days. I also can't believe how much fun it all was! The guides were tremendous. First of all, unlike Tauck (where we traveled with one tour manager), here we had two guides with us the entire time - one a licensed guide in Greece (i.e., a native, very knowledgeable about the country and able to really take us through the historical and archaeological sites) and the other an American who has been guiding in Greece for years. The interaction between the guides was very warm, as was their way of relating to the guests. This was a complete contrast with Tauck. Here people really got to know each other, the young people had a great time with each other, and, of course, Greece itself is just magnificent. I will certainly travel with Disney again!"

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Mediterranean Sea Short Cruise Trips & Packages Reviews

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John B

Sep 2024

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We had a great time.

We had a great time. The trip was well organized by Alma Italia and the guides were excellent.

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William R.

Jul 2024

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Tim and Alessio were amazing!

Tim and Alessio were amazing! Our family had a wonderful time in Rome, Sorrento, Capri and the Amalfi coast! The trip was seamless; planes, trains, and automobiles m...

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Amanda Rose

Sep 2024

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We cannot say enough about how incredible this trip was.

We cannot say enough about how incredible this trip was. From the minute we were picked up from the airport, to the minute we were dropped off, everything was seamle...

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Amanda Rose

Sep 2024

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We cannot say enough about how incredible this trip was.

We cannot say enough about how incredible this trip was. From the minute we were picked up from the airport, to the minute we were dropped off, everything was seamle...

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