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Adriatic

The Deep Blue Adriatic and Fascinating Mediterranean Scene

Peaceful islands, grand palaces and subterranean wonders await when sailing through the Adriatic. Open up this inspiring region on a cruise.

Lying between the Italian and Balkan peninsulas, the Adriatic Sea stretches for 500 miles and laps at some of Europe’s most enticing spots, which you can explore on Adriatic cruises. Storied Italian cities await, housing Venice’s ancient masterpieces and Bari’s access to UNESCO-recognised sites.

East lies Croatia, where Dubrovnik’s mighty city walls envelop the stunning Old Town, while further up Croatia’s Dalmatian Coast sits Split, whose roots date back to a Roman palace built in 295AD.

Continue up the coast to discover Slovenia. This undersung Central European gem offers seemingly untouched nature and mysterious underground cave systems, both reachable from the port city of Koper.

On Adriatic cruises in 2026 and 2027, you’ll understand why Montenegro’s popularity as a holiday destination has risen exponentially. Charismatic coastal city Kotor reveals medieval history and dramatic mountain vistas.

And remember that Adriatic cruise holidays also allow you to visit Greece and Greek islands. Surround yourself with history in ancient Athens or enjoy the relaxed pace of island life in Corfu, Mykonos and Santorini.

Cruise the Adriatic Sea to discover all this and much more.

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ITINERARY HIGHLIGHTS

Italy Cruises

There’s little that Italy cruises can’t supply on the country’s Adriatic stretch. Venice – via the port of Marghera – is a focal point, boasting an embarrassment of architectural riches (particularly the Venetian Gothic-styled Doge’s Palace and the Byzantine-influenced St. Mark’s Basilica) and cosmopolitan restaurants.

Bari has an intimate feel, with a charming Old Town and classically handsome Piazza Mercantile. Explore Bari’s heritage on an excursion, featuring a train ride, a walking tour and tasting of regional specialities.

Trieste features more historical tales at Miramare Castle and a Roman amphitheatre, while part of Ancona’s story takes place below ground in the Frasassi Caves – or explore Ancona above ground on a walking tour that visits the city’s historical centre and a ‘tactile museum’, Museo Omero. Don’t miss Lecce on your Adriatic sea cruise, known as “the Florence of the south” and accessible via palm-fringed Brindisi.

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Croatia Cruises

A Croatia holiday delivers on all fronts. For starters, Dubrovnik is a bucket list destination thanks to its UNESCO-recognised Old Town. See the highlights on an excursion, including 16th-century Pile Gate and the city walls.

Or take a cultural deep dive on your Croatia cruise in Konavle, where you can hear traditional folk music. Split (the country’s second-largest city) provides a gateway to Krka National Park’s waterfalls, plus its own historical treasure: Diocletian’s Palace, built for a Roman Emperor.

Zadar, one of Croatia’s oldest continually inhabited cities, supplies more ancient history – including Roman ruins – and a route to Plitvice Lakes National Park.

Croatia’s third-largest city, Rijeka, perches over the Adriatic, offering access to the island of Krk for wine-tasting. Alternatively, get to know the storied churches and theatres of ancient coastal town Šibenik, or journey out to surrounding villages, such as Primošten and Burni to sip wine with locals.

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Montenegro Cruises

A Montenegro cruise is a chance to explore natural wonders. Its position on the Balkan peninsula affords it dramatic mountain vistas and gorgeous beaches. Both can be enjoyed on a visit to Kotor, an atmospheric, Roman-founded city where the well-preserved medieval Old Town is backdropped by soaring peaks, with cosy beaches just minutes away. 

Get to know these seaside scenes on a coastal tour that visits Budva, another beachside city, featuring distinctive Venetian architecture. If you’re after a pure beach trip, a transfer to popular Jaz Beach and its sandy sprawl is also available, or you could get closer to the action on a boat trip from Kotor that visits the maritime stronghold of Perast.

Further down Montenegro’s coast is Bar. The fascinating Old Town here has been deserted since the late 19th century, but numerous buildings remain, including a cathedral and a Turkish bath house.

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Greek Island Cruises

Paradisiacal beaches, world-famous monuments and traditional cuisine are all plentiful on Greece and Greek Island holidays. Storied capital Athens (accessible via the port city of Piraeus) is an informative starting point, with its iconic archaeological site, the Acropolis. Explore its temples on an excursion that also visits Plaka, a photogenic neighbourhood where neoclassical architecture lines colourful streets.

Greek Islands offer headspace, local tavernas and charming villages, such as those on Santorini, where an excursion leads to whitewashed houses and blue domes on Oia, and the clifftop-set capital, Fira.

Windmill-strewn Mykonos is another unmissable island. Discover the highlights on an excursion that visits a 16th-century monastery and serene, sandy Kalafatis Beach. Other enchanting islands reachable on Adriatic and Aegean cruises include Cephalonia, Corfu and Syros.

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Find your ideal Adriatic holiday at a price that suits you with our Adriatic cruise deals. This means you can experience some of Europe’s most desirable locations – from glamorous Mediterranean beaches to rugged Balkan mountains – without breaking the bank. Book now and then start planning the fun. 

FLY & CRUISE

Fly & Cruise to Adriatic Sea

Experiencing the Adriatic is a breeze with our Fly & Cruise packages, which take the hassle out of travel by offering direct flights close to home. 

Get your holiday off to a flying start

Fly & Cruise packages make an Adriatic trip a wholly smooth affair, whisking you to your destination from a nearby airport. Adriatic Fly-cruise routes depart from the UK and land in Venice, where you’ll transfer to the Port of Marghera and begin cruising the Mediterranean. Stop at sun-kissed Greek islands like Mykonos and Santorini, Montenegro’s historic Kotor and Italian cultural gem Ancona.

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Adriatic ports

Our three main Adriatic ports each offer their own charms. Venice captivates with grand palaces and canal trips, Dubrovnik provides unrivalled coastal adventures around an iconic Old Town, while Kotor is filled with history and epic mountain scenery. See them all on our Adriatic cruise holidays. 

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Venice - Marghera Cruises

Find out why this iconic destination is nicknamed the City of Bridges by visiting 16th-century Ponte di Rialto or the ornate Bridge of Sighs.Then investigate Venice’s canals for a glimpse of life on ancient waterways – best explored on a traditional gondola ride, which you can combine with a walking tour for a full city experience. Go deeper into history at Museo Correr. Survey the city from the famous St. Mark’s Basilica bell tower.

Don’t miss the nearby island of Murano, which houses a centuries-old glassblowing tradition that you can learn more about.

Cruises from Venice also reach other Adriatic destinations, including Kotor and Bar in Montenegro, Dubrovnik, Zadar and Split in Croatia, Athens, Corfu and Mykonos in Greece, and Bari and Brindisi in Italy.

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Dubrovnik Cruises

Being set on Croatia’s southern coastline means Dubrovnik offers superb views of the Adriatic Sea and beyond – just one reason why this region is so well-loved. Get your bearings on one of MSC Cruises’ many excursions around the Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site and famed for its winding city walls and ancient structures, like 16th-century Pile Gate. Or get a different perspective of the Old Town by viewing it on a kayak tour.

Cruises to Dubrovnik also let you explore nearby beaches and coastline, such as Banje Beach, and if the views out to sea prove too tempting, join a speedboat tour to Koločep, one of Croatia’s Elaphiti Islands and home to several fascinating caves you can explore.

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Kotor Cruises

Nestled within a large bay in Montenegro’s south-east, Kotor is enchanting, thanks largely to its mix of ancient sites and stunning natural scenery. See both on a Kotor cruise, where you can book an MSC Cruises excursion to learn more about the gorgeous Old Town, or hop into a cable car to view the full splendour of the landscape.

If you prefer nautical rather than aerial explorations, join a boat trip around the bay and grab some photos of surrounding islets, including the much-photographed Our Lady of the Rocks. You can also visit the nearby town of Perast to learn about the area’s maritime heritage, or opt for a relaxation session by journeying out to the sands of Jaz Beach



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From Italian giants like Venice and hidden treasures like Ancona, to atmospheric Croatian cities like Split, our Adriatic ports open up Europe. 

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