6 Culinary Departures by Sea and River for 2025

Posted on 11/26/2024 05:00:00 AM in Trending Topics

Whether you’d like to tantalize your tastebuds with freshly caught seafood from the Aegean Sea or savor pizza, pasta, and gelato in Italy, here are our 6 exclusive culinary departures by sea and river for 2025.

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Aegean Islands, Athens & Istanbul Culinary Cruise

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Save the date: August 12, 2025

From freshly-caught seafood to fragrant herbs and local cheeses, the Aegean abounds with distinct and delicious cuisine. Join us for a culinary cruise that will tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of the Aegean's celebrated gastronomic traditions on our The Aegean Islands, Athens & Istanbul Small Ship Adventure. You’ll voyage aboard the 50-passenger M/V Athena for 7 nights with Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your experience.

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Indulge in the culinary culture of Greece and Turkey during our Aegean Islands, Athens & Istanbul Culinary Cruise. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.

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Dalmatian Coast & Greece Culinary Cruise

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Save the date: July 7, 2025

Savor freshly caught Adriatic seafood, aged in sea-salted air, and enjoy the timeless dance of Croatian cheese and wine pairings as you soak up the Mediterranean sun on our special Culinary Cruise departure of our Hidden Gems of the Dalmatian Coast & Greece Small Ship Adventure. Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Arethusa for 11 nights as we enjoy the legendary cuisines along the Dalmatian Coast.

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Enjoy the culinary delights of the Dalmatian Coast during our Dalmatian Coast & Greece Culinary Cruise. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.

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Iberian Voyage Culinary Cruise

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Save the date: April 9, 2025 & October 16, 2025

Join us to celebrate the legendary cuisine of Spain and Portugal on a special departure of our Iberian Voyage: Barcelona to Lisbon Small Ship Adventure. You’ll cruise for 10 nights aboard our privately owned, 89-passenger M/V Clio with Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your culinary experience.

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Enjoy the culinary delights of Iberia during our Iberian Voyage Culinary Cruise. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.

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Italy’s Western Coast & Islands Culinary Cruise

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Save the date: June 5, 2025

Pizza! Pasta! Gelato! Join us to celebrate Italy’s legendary cuisine on a special Culinary Cruise departure of our Italy’s Western Coast & Islands: A Voyage from Rome to Valletta Small Ship Adventure. You’ll cruise for 10 nights aboard our privately owned, 50-passenger M/V Artemis with Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your culinary experience.

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The Seine: Paris to Normandy French Culinary Cruise

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Save the date: June 16, 2025

Raise a glass of champagne and savor the legendary flavors of French cuisine during a special French Culinary Cruise departure of our The Seine: Paris to Normandy River Cruise Tour aboard our privately owned, award-winning 120-passenger M/S Bizet. Along with special onboard dining featuring classic dishes that have made France synonymous with gastronomy—paired with a selection of regional French wines—these departures also feature a series of Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your experience.

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Romance of the Rhine & Mosel: Wine in Europe

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Save the date: October 26, 2025

Prost! À votre santé! Proost! Toast to the traditional vintages of the countries along two of Europe’s storied rivers aboard a special Wine in Europe departure of our Romance of the Rhine & Mosel River Cruise. You’ll cruise aboard our privately owned, award-winning 140-passenger M/S River Harmony with Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your experience.

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Toast to the traditional vintages of the countries during our Romance of the Rhine & Mosel: Wine in Europe special departure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and cruise highlights—in this trip video.

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