Something Special: Limited-Departure O.A.T. Itineraries
Whether you’d like to tantalize your tastebuds with freshly-caught seafood from the Aegean sea during an exclusive Culinary Cruise or experience the sleepy town of Pushkar, India, come to life on a Pushkar Festival Departure, here are limited-departure O.A.T. itineraries for 2026.
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Dalmatian Coast & Greece Culinary Cruise
Save the date: May 29, 2026 (Culinary Cruise) and/or June 13, 2026 (Summer Itinerary)
Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Artemis or M/V Athena for 10-11 nights on a special departure of our Enhanced! Hidden Gems of the Dalmatian Coast & Greece Small Ship Adventure.
Choose between two enhanced itineraries:
Culinary Cruise: Savor freshly caught Adriatic seafood and experience traditional Croatian cheese and wine pairings.
Summer Itinerary: Cruise the crystal-clear Adriatic waters and bask in the Mediterranean sun while exploring idyllic beaches and legendary historical sites.
Embark on a Culinary Cruise or Summer Itinerary of our Small Ship Adventure. 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: A Voyage from Rome to Valletta
Save the date: June 29, 2026 (Culinary Cruise) and/or August 1, 2026 (Summer Itinerary)
Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Artemis or M/V Athena for 10 nights on a special departure of our Italy’s Western Coast & Islands: A Voyage from Rome to Valletta Small Ship Adventure.
Choose between two enhanced itineraries:
Culinary Cruise: Celebrate Italy's legendary cuisine with exclusive activities enhancing your culinary experience. Enjoy pizza, pasta, and gelato along with other Italian delicacies.
Summer Itinerary: Experience southern Italy and Malta in their summer glory—lemon trees laden with fruit, lively beaches, and fishing boats crossing sun-dappled seas.
Embark on a Culinary Cruise or Summer Itinerary of our Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
3.
Iberian Voyage: Lisbon to Barcelona
Save the date: September 24, 2026 (Culinary Cruise)
Join us aboard the 89-passenger M/V Clio for 10 nights on a special culinary departure of our Iberian Voyage: Lisbon to Barcelona Small Ship Adventure. Experience traditional Spanish tapas and taste wines made from grapes ripened in the Portuguese sun. Enjoy exclusive activities designed to enhance every moment of your culinary journey through the Iberian Peninsula.
Embark on a Culinary Cruise of our Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
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Undiscovered Adriatic: Eastern Italy, Venice, Puglia & Malta
Save the date: June 17, 2026 (Summer Itinerary)
Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Artemis or M/V Athena for 11 nights on a special summer departure of our Undiscovered Adriatic: Eastern Italy, Venice, Puglia & Malta Small Ship Adventure. Explore grottoes dotted with coral, set sail on a traditional Maltese boat, and say "cin cin!" ("cheers!") to the Mediterranean way of life. Enjoy the unique highlights summer has to offer as you soak up the sun throughout Italy and Malta.
Embark on a Summer Itinerary of our Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
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French & Italian Rivieras: Avignon, Corsica, Elba & Rome
Save the date: July 19, 2026 (Summer Itinerary)
Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Artemis or M/V Athena for 10 nights on a special summer departure of our French & Italian Rivieras: Avignon, Corsica, Elba & Rome Small Ship Adventure. Savor the flavors of the Italian and French coasts, cruise the emerald waters surrounding the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago National Park, and discover the oldest beach in Nice. Enjoy the warmth of the Mediterranean sun as we sail on this unique summer journey.
Embark on a Summer Itinerary of our French & Italian Rivieras: Avignon, Corsica, Elba & Rome Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
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Turkish Coastal Voyage: Greek Islands, Istanbul & Athens
Save the date: August 3, 2026 (Summer Itinerary)
Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Arethusa or M/V Athena for 7 nights on a special summer departure of our Turkish Coastal Voyage: Greek Islands, Istanbul & Athens Small Ship Adventure. Sip regional vintages at a charming winery nestled among sun-drenched vineyards, witness traditions that have endured centuries, and experience an enchanting evening during a dinner cruise in Istanbul. Experience the Aegean and eastern Mediterranean like never before on this unique summer journey.
Embark on a Summer Itinerary of our Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
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Heart of India
Save the date: January 16-22, 2026 (Nagaur Festival Departure) and/or November 10-15, 2026 (Pushkar Festival Departure)
Experience the vibrant festivals of Rajasthan with our special departures to the Pushkar Festival and Nagaur Festival.
On the Pushkar Festival Departure, visit the festival twice at different times to witness the carnival-like atmosphere with Ferris wheels, music, dancing, and colorfully dressed camels, then explore Lake Pushkar with its unique Brahma Temple and discover the traditional goods at the local bazaar.
On the Nagaur Festival Departure, enjoy two consecutive days watching turbaned owners showcase their carefully groomed camels, horses, and cattle, followed by evening festivities of tug-of-war, henna painting, and camel races, while also exploring the local chattri memorial and visiting a bazaar known for its chili peppers and traditional goods.
Embark on a Pushkar Festival Departure or Nagaur Festival Departure of our Heart of India adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
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