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Mediterranean Cruises
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Mediterranean cruises on small ships with AdventureSmith Explorations provide less crowds and a more intimate setting. They are not confined to ports of call, but you’ll have plenty of time to explore the iconic sites you came to see—along with more hidden gems. Need more reasons to cruise the Mediterranean with AdventureSmith Explorations?
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Small Ship Mediterranean Cruises in 2025 & 2026
Let our team be your clear, efficient & trusted resource throughout the selection, booking and small ship Mediterranean cruise preparation process. We have the experience you need on the logistics of current travel; what’s new for small ship Mediterranean cruises in 2025 and 2026; and combining countries on your itinerary with ease.
Now your only choice is where to go—and what style of ship. Our small ship Greek Island cruises hit the popular ports of Mykonos and Santorini. But they also can sail you farther afield into the Aegean Sea, into the Adriatic Sea and west toward Italy. Learn more about the regional cruise routes in the Mediterranean. Start your small Mediterranean cruise search with our award-winning personal service today.
Luxury Mediterranean Small Cruises
Small luxury cruises in the Mediterranean Sea feature exclusive sailing yachts and sophisticated expedition ships. Exclusive voyages explore hidden islands away from big ship crowds. Expect top rated itineraries, the best guides, exquisite cuisine and high crew-to-guest ratios for the ultimate luxury experience. Our small luxury cruise experts will match you to the perfect Mediterranean voyage. Enjoy VIP cabin onboard experiences aboard a gorgeous selection of yachts and motorsailers, as well as private Mediterranean yacht charters.
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Small Ship Mediterranean Cruises: Where to Sail
Where to go in this widespread, popular destination? The following is an overview of Mediterranean small ship cruise regions, with notes on the best places for small ship. Our guidance on where to sail in the Mediterranean is separated into four broad categories based on the most common small ship Mediterranean cruise routes:
Cruises to Croatia, Dalmatian Coast, Albania, Montenegro
The southernmost shoreline of Croatia, running from the island of Rab south to the Bay of Kotor, is a popular stretch of coastline for Adriatic Sea cruises. Almost all Croatia small ship cruises visit this Dalmatia region, one of the best places to visit in the Mediterranean.
Historic hillside towns made of brick and terracotta drop down to the sea in dramatic fashion. Fortified castles standing guard at the water’s edge (some of which can be seen in the TV series “Game of Thrones.”) This trendy region offers ancient Roman marble palaces, quiet beaches on small off-shore islands, cultural dances by engaging locals, world-renowned wine tasting and delectable dishes. Other Adriatic Sea cruise routes aboard small ships include the ports of Venice, Naples or even Athens.
Small Ship Greek Island Cruises
Greece is one of the Mediterranean’s most popular cruising destinations. With over 200 islands they are ideal for small ship cruising. Many small ship Greek Island cruises hit the popular ports of Mykonos and Santorini as well as the Corinth Canal. But we recommend routes that explore lesser known gems too. We recommend Peloponnese Peninsula and Cyclades cruises, which operate round-trip from Athens, Greece. Select routes take you far north as Corfu and the other Ionian Islands. Some itineraries even connect south to Egypt!
Combining Greece & Turkey, Croatia or Egypt
If you’re looking to go farther afield, some Greece small ship cruises continue on to visit other nearby countries. The Aegean Sea takes center stage for small ship cruises to Turkey and Greece. The Aegean Islands are a collection of stunning landscapes, historical monuments and mythical legends. They are mostly under Greek sovereignty, though some eastern islands and smaller islets are under Turkish rule.
Turkey’s Bodrum with its Mausoleum at Halicarnassus one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, and the vibrant Kusadasi market are highlights for cruises that include Turkey.
Small ship Mediterranean cruises that sail up the western coast of Greece and into the Adriatic Sea often include stops in Albania and Montenegro before finishing in Croatia. On a Dubrovnik to Athens cruise, for example, you can see the highlights of both of these iconic countries while not setting foot in an airport. These extended Croatia small ship cruise options are all excellent choices if you have time for a longer sailing.
Small Ship Cruises in Italy, Malta & Beyond
Italy has long been one of the best places to visit in the Mediterranean, but the small ship experience provides unique insights and exclusive access to sites not often visited. Unspoiled clifftop towns, sites of antiquity and incredible food and wine are highlights of Italy cruises.
Mediterranean small ship cruises that include stops in Italy are fast-becoming favorites for travelers who want to skip crowded overland travel. Many of AdventureSmith’s newest offerings in the region are cruises around Italy and Sicily.
Look for popular routes from Venice or Naples that include Capri, Dubrovnik, Croatia, or small islets in the Adriatic Sea. Opt for cruises around Sicily and Malta, or continue west with Mediterranean small ship cruise itineraries that visit other must-see ports.
BEYOND THE HOTSPOTS
Our small cruises take you to both the iconic &
uncrowded, unrushed locales
