11 Days, featuring: Bucharest, Romania

Sail storied seas once ruled by mighty empires and flourishing city-states. Visit Naples, gateway to Pompeii, and Messina, Sicily’s cultural crossroads. Discover Crete, the former seat of the once-flourishing Minoan kingdom. Explore the remarkably preserved city of Ephesus, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Immerse yourself in Athens, the “birthplace of democracy,” where the Acropolis rises above the city and the bustling Plaka District.

6 Days, featuring: Rome, Italy

9 Days, featuring: Rome, Italy

For much of the 20th century, the remarkable wonders of Eastern Europe were concealed behind a thick veil of secrecy. Now, those once mysterious lands are open to all on a combined river cruise and land journey.

Explore ancient ruins, stunning cathedrals, and serene seaside villages on a private tour through Puglia; Italy’s boot heel. Learn ancient bread-making techniques in Matera, discover Alberobello’s UNESCO-protected trulli, go underground to see impossibly beautiful rock formations at Grotte di Castellana, and more.

For much of the 20th century, the remarkable wonders of Eastern Europe were concealed behind a thick veil of secrecy. Now, those once mysterious lands are open to all.

Matera, in the south of Italy, is world famous because of I Sassi, a stunning and well-preserved village consisting of hundreds of caves that were turned into dwellings, churches, and palaces.

Trace the shores of the Mediterranean coast with calls to Spain, Italy and France’s famed Riviera. Immerse yourself in Catalonian and Tuscan art, architecture and history during overnights in Barcelona and Tuscany. In the South of France, stroll the network of canals in Sète, immerse yourself in nature in the Calanques National Park and visit Monte Carlo, Monaco’s glamorous city by the sea, a blend of old-world elegance with modern luxury.

9 Days, featuring: Budapest, Hungary (Embarkation)

Uncover Italy’s soul on a journey that ventures off the beaten path, revealing the country’s hidden gems and enduring allure. From the romantic canals of Venice to the Renaissance splendor of Urbino and the eternal allure of Rome, you’ll journey through Italy’s eastern coast, where history, culture, and adventure intertwine. Journey to the wine-producing Romagna countryside for a relaxing 3-night stay in a wine resort, and visit the Republic of San Marino, an enclave state within Italy. Explo...