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Our 7 Best Mediterranean Vacations

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Our seven best Mediterranean vacations celebrate the dynamic destination by showing the surprising diversity of culture, landscapes, and charm.

From stunning vineyards to ancient islands, lively markets to exceptional volcanic peaks, every new discovery creates an exciting memory and uncovers the incredible breadth along the Mediterranean Sea.

Find inspiration for your trip with our ideas, which can be used as the foundations for your next adventure or personalized to the style, interests, and experiences you want.

Overview
  1. 1. Mediterranean Bliss: Best Italy and Greece Vacation
  2. 2. Amazing Mainland to Greek Islands: 16-Day Tour of Greece
  3. 3. 10-Day Best of Turkey Tour
  4. 4. Adriatic Excellence: Premier Croatia Tour
  5. 5. Coasts of Spain Tour: Atlantic to Mediterranean
  6. 6. Adriatic to Mediterranean: Explore Venice, Lake Garda & Cinque Terre Tour
  7. 7. Colorful Exploration of Morocco: Ancient Cities and Expansive Deserts
  8. Plan Your Mediterranean Vacation with a Travel Specialist

1. Mediterranean Bliss: Best Italy and Greece Vacation

Sorrento Coast in Italy

Sorrento Coast in Italy

Length: 16 days

Places Visited: Rome, Sorrento, Santorini, Mykonos, Athens, Pompeii, Naples

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

The essential corners of the Mediterranean come alive on the Mediterranean Bliss: Best Italy and Greece Vacation. The tour will capture your imagination by revealing the natural beauty, ancient wonders, and contemporary life essential to the seductive cultures of Italy and Greece. From St. Peter’s Basilica to the Parthenon, the Amalfi Coast to Santorini, you will indulge in welcoming fun under the renowned Mediterranean sun.

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2. Amazing Mainland to Greek Islands: 16-Day Tour of Greece

Narrow cobblestone alley way in Santorini, Greece

Santorini, Greece

Length: 16 days

Places Visited: Athens, Olympia, Delphi, Meteora, Santorini, Mykonos, Crete

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Greece is not just about ancient wonder, but the embodiment of contemporary luxury. Amazing Mainland to Greek Islands: 16-Day Tour of Greece immerses you in the splendor, from Athens to Crete, Meteora to Santorini. Whether looking for archeological treasures or natural island splendor, you can explore the majesty of hanging monasteries, the bliss of secluded beaches, and the wonder of ancient legends for an all-encompassing Mediterranean experience.

Learn more: Greece Vacations & ToursGreece Travel Guide

3. 10-Day Best of Turkey Tour

Hot air balloon floating above Cappadocia, Turkey.

Cappadocia, Turkey

Length: 10 days

Places Visited: Istanbul, Cappadocia, Ephesus, Kusadasi, Izmir

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Turkey embodies the essence of the Mediterranean as the convergence of West and East. Our 10-Day Best of Turkey Tour brings to light the spellbinding beauty, from Istanbul’s architecture to the ancient ruins at Ephesus. Explore the Mars-like terrain of Cappadocia, discover the ambiance of the Grand Bazaar, and experience the inexpressible grandeur of the Hagia Sophia for the ultimate Mediterranean excursion.

Learn more: Turkey Tours & VacationsTurkey Travel Guide

4. Adriatic Excellence: Premier Croatia Tour

Birds eye perspective on historic Trogir, Croatia,  in summer with turquoise bay waters and mountains

Trogir, Croatia

Length: 10 days

Places Visited: Hvar, Dubrovnik, Krka National Park, Hodilje, Split, Ston, Konavle, Trogir, Cavtat

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Croatia is a destination that brings the dream of the Mediterranean to reality. The Adriatic Excellence: Premier Croatia Tour brings you face-to-face with ancient walls and crystalline waters, impressive waterfalls and exceptional seaside panoramas. Indulge in five-star experiences, while discovering fantastical landscapes, dreamy islands, and mouthwatering cuisine as you explore a defining corner of the Mediterranean Sea.

Learn more: Croatia Vacations & ToursCroatia Travel Guide

5. Coasts of Spain Tour: Atlantic to Mediterranean

Coastal town of Biarritz on the Bay of Biscay in France

Biarritz, France

Length: 11 days

Places Visited: San Sebastian, Loyola, Zumaia, Getaria, Biarritz, Saint Jean de Luz, Hondarribia, Barcelona, Minorca

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Dazzling, impressive, lively, and authentic can define your experience on the Coasts of Spain Tour: Atlantic to Mediterranean. From San Sebastian’s culinary mastery to Barcelona’s surreal beauty, the French villages of the Basque country to Menorca’s hidden bays, you can explore and truly discover the interconnectedness and individualities of Spain’s regions as you engage with the greater splendor, from the Atlantic to the Mediterranean coasts.

Learn more: Spain Tours & VacationsSpain Travel Guide

6. Adriatic to Mediterranean: Explore Venice, Lake Garda & Cinque Terre Tour

Colorful Vernazza on the Mediterranean in the Cinque Terre, Italy

Vernazza in the Cinque Terre, Italy

Length: 8 days

Places Visited: Venice, Murano, Burano, Torcello, Padua, Verona, Riva del Garda, Torbole, Limone, Malcesine, Torri del Benaco, Garda, Sirmione, Peschiera, Desenzano, Parma, Riomaggiore, Manarola, Vernazza, Monterosso, Corniglia

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

Travel from coast to coast to experience the breadth of Italy’s beauty and how it captures the timeless charms of the Mediterranean. Wander the narrow lanes and maze-like canals of Venice, witness the colorful facades of Cinque Terre’s tower homes as they look over the sea, and embrace the mouthwatering flavors of the traditional Mediterranean diet when sampling classic Italian dishes on this immersive Adriatic to Mediterranean: Explore Venice, Lake Garda & Cinque Terre Tour.

Learn more: Italy ToursItaly Travel Guide

7. Colorful Exploration of Morocco: Ancient Cities and Expansive Deserts

Waves lapping the coastline of Essaouira, Morocco

Essaouira, Morocco

Length: 10 days

Places Visited: Rabat, Chefchaouen, Fez, Merzouga, Skoura, Essaouira, Marrakech

Why we recommend this sample itinerary:

While Morocco may not immediately spring to mind as a Mediterranean getaway, our Colorful Exploration of Morocco: Ancient Cities and Expansive Deserts captures the spirit of the region and highlights the wonders of the country. Wander the fortress walls and witness the lapping waves of the coastline at Essaouira. Indulge in the wonders of the historic marketplaces from Marrakech to Fes. Bask in the remarkable blue colors painting the walls of the mountain city of Chefchaouen. From classic Moorish arches to rolling Saharan sand dunes, you will find the delights and surprises of the Mediterranean in Morocco.

Learn more: Morocco Tours & VacationsMorocco Travel Guide

Plan Your Mediterranean Vacation with a Travel Specialist

Wineyards in Getaria, Spain

Getaria, Spain

Traveling in the Mediterranean unveils layers of distinctive culture, enchanting history, and surprising flavors connected by the renowned Mediterranean Sea. Embrace the region’s best beaches and relax during the best time to visit. From labyrinthine markets to ancient ruins, spectacular flavors to luxurious fusion, you can have unique experiences inspired by our Mediterranean vacations.

You can learn how every trip can be customized to your needs and goals when planning a vacation by exploring our Mediterranean travel guide.

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