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Small Group Tour

Tastes of Italy and Adriatic Jewels

2025 - 2026

Small Group Journey & Cruise

Tastes of Italy and Adriatic Jewels

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Travelmarvel Small Group Journey & Cruise
Offering superior comfort at outstanding value, whilst enjoying the perfect balance of inclusions and leisure time.

Tastes of Italy and Adriatic Jewels

Experience the best of Italy, Croatia, Montenegro and Greece. Discover Rome’s iconic sights, explore Florence in depth, wander through Croatia’s Krka National Park, visit Delphi’s ancient sites and finish in Athens. Join Travelmarvel for a journey filled with culture, cuisine, and adventure.

17 day Small Group Journey & Cruise

Itinerary

Rome to Athens

17 days / 16 night Small Group Journey & Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Rome

Day 2

Rome

Enhance Your Journey

Day 3

Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento

Day 4

Sorrento

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Day 5

Sorrento, Florence

Insider Experiences

Day 6

Florence

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Day 7

Florence, Siena, Tuscany

Insider Experiences

Day 8

Florence, Venice

Day 9

Venice

Insider Experiences

Day 10

Venice, Embark Ship

Day 11

Šibenik, Krka National Park

Insider Experiences

Day 12

Korčula, Mljet

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Day 13

Dubrovnik

Day 14

Kotor

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Day 15

Otranto 

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Day 16

Itea, Delphi, Corinth Canal, Athens

Day 17

Disembark Ship, Depart Athens

Cruise
Coach/Vehicle

Trip Inclusions

Discover the inclusions provided on your tour, ensuring a stress-free journey where every detail is taken care of.

Return scheduled flights from the UK*
Nine nights in premium accommodation and seven nights aboard the MS Caledonian Sky

32 meals – 16 breakfasts, 7 lunches and 9 dinners
Explore 13 towns, villages and cities
Services of a Travelmarvel Tour Director, Cruise Director and local guides
Airport transfers, port charges, porterage and gratuities
Join a wine-tasting experience at a historic Tuscan winery before sitting down for a farm-to-table-style lunch
Head to Croatia’s beautiful Krka National Park to explore its dramatic waterfalls

Tour Highlights

These exclusive or unique events are designed to deepen your experience, taking you on an inspiring journey beneath the surface of local history, culture and traditions. What's more, these once-in-a-lifetime moments are often not available to a regular traveller. The following experiences are just a taste of what we have prepared especially for you.

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Positano, Amalfi Coast, Campania, Sorrento, Italy. View of the town and the seaside in a summer sunset

Limoncello Tasting Experience

Learn about Sorrento’s lemon cultivation and production before the exciting chance to taste locally made limoncello, lemon cream, orange and lemon marmalades, and more. During your tasting, enjoy the opportunity to learn popular Italian phrases with a language lesson.

Close up shot of a mature woman laughing with friends while relaxing on holiday with a glass of wine.

Florence Sensory Exploration

Embark on a unique sensory exploration of Florence, tasting local food and discovering hidden gems. Marvel at the city’s artistry, visit wine windows and sample traditional dishes.

rows of vineyard among hills on sunset

Tuscany Winery Experience

Meet the family behind a Tuscan winery and vineyard, hear their stories, and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch paired with local wines. This is a day of cultural immersion, where you’ll experience the warmth and flavours of Tuscany firsthand.

Gondolas moored in Grand Canal. Venice, Veneto, Italy

Gondola Workshop

Visit a local Squero, a gondola workshop, and learn about the craftsmanship behind the iconic boats and centuries-old trade.

Krka National Park

Head to beautiful Krka National Park to explore its dramatic waterfalls. The most famous is Skradinski Buk, a vast natural pool framed by towering waterfalls on one side and a series of cascades on the other, where the river surges through a maze of tiny islets. Take a walk along wooden jetties and bridges to admire the falls, as well as the unique flora and fauna.

What's On Board

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The ship Caledonian Sky and panoramic view of Valletta waterfront with Carmelite Church dome and St. Pauls Anglican Cathedral at sunset,  Malta

Cruise aboard the MS Caledonian Sky

Explore captivating locations along Mediterranean coastlines including Spain, Portugal and Greece aboard the boutique expedition ship, MS Caledonian Sky. With just 100 passengers attended to by a crew of 70, gain a new perspective on cruising and spend less time waiting to embark or disembark. Dock right in the centre of cities and towns including Valletta, Porto and Santorini.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Flights from the UK are subject to flight and booking class availability

  • Transfers, taxes, tolls and gratuities are included during the trip

  • Please enquire for further information extensions

  • Gratuities in leisure time are excluded

  • Luggage porterage subject to availability

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