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Hidden Gems of Italy

2026

Small Ship Cruise

Hidden Gems of Italy

Hidden Gems of Italy

Dive into history and culture on a seven-night cruise aboard the MS Caledonian Sky. Travel from Valletta to Venice, visiting spectacular cities and towns along the Mediterranean, including Syracuse, Monopoli and Ravenna. Absorb stunning architecture on guided tours to fortified castles and cathedrals.

8 day Small Ship Cruise

Itinerary

8 days / 7 night Small Ship Cruise

Day 1

Arrive Valletta, Embark Ship

Day 2

Syracuse

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Day 3

Crotone

Insider Experiences

Day 4

Otranto

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Day 5

Monopoli, Alberobello

Day 6

Ancona 

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Day 7

Ravenna 

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Day 8

Disembark Ship, Depart Venice

Cruise

Trip Inclusions

Seven nights on the MS Caledonian Sky
20 meals – 7 breakfasts, 6 lunches and 7 dinners
Explore six towns, villages and cities
Services of a Travelmarvel Cruise Director and local guides
Onboard water stations, plus tea and coffee, soft drinks, beer and local wine during lunch and dinner on your cruise
Transfers, port charges and tipping
Visit the hilltop town of Santa Severina in Crotone and explore Carafa Castle
Tour historic Ravenna, known as Italy’s City of Mosaics
Tour historic Ravenna, known as Italy’s City of Mosaics

Tour Highlights

These are carefully crafted experiences designed to take your holiday from amazing to extraordinary.

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Carafa Castle

Explore Carafa Castle, a commanding Norman fortification in the hilltop village of Santa Severina.

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.

What our customers are saying

Everyone involved - from the nautical crew to Cruise Director, were exceptional and the food was excellent and so much of it. Everything was well organised from the excursions to quiz nights and I would recommend this cruise to anyone who is looking for something amazing.

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The tours and tour guides top of the line and so knowledgeable. The hot drink when we arrived back onboard was most welcome. Our cabin was comfortable and plenty of room to store everything.

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Trip Notes

  • Itinerary, inclusions and pricing are subject to change

  • Prices are for cruise only. Flights not included unless specified

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APT/TM - Australian Pacific Holdings
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