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Sunset at an ocean resort in Raja Ampat, West Papua, Indonesia
$15,360
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Indonesia Limited Cross: Raja Ampat to Spice Islands

13 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu
  • Discover mangrove-fringed bays
  • Look for birds in the lush forest
  • Explore hidden lagoons and islets
  • Climb to the top of Mount Pindito
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Ambon Island
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Aqua Blu offers highly-limited 12-night Limited Cross-Destination Voyages, opening up the opportunity of exploring multiple destinations in East Indonesia on a single expedition and discovering lesser-explored treasures of the enchanting region. The 12-night Limited Cross-Destination Cruises also …
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Loboc river in the rainforest Philippines, Bohol
$14,550
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Asian Island Odyssey: Cruising the Remote Islands of the Philippines & Indonesia, Taipei to Darwin

19 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Yehliu Geopark
  • Marvel at Tojoman Lagoo
  • Explore Fort Belgica
  • Swim with Whale Sharks
Starts / Ends:
Taipei / Darwin
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 19-day Asian Island Odyssey, cruising the remote islands of the Philippines & Indonesia, Taipei to Darwin aboard Heritage Adventurer. Crossing both the Tropic of Cancer and the Equator, the adventure begins in Taiwan’s bustling capital Taipei. Then, explore islands with blue …
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$9,995
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Undiscovered Philippines and Indonesia

Manila - Darwin - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Visit Ticao Island
  • Discover Sibuyan Island
  • Marvel at Tojoman Lagoo
  • Explore Fort Belgica
Starts / Ends:
Manila / Darwin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on this 15-day trip to explore the undiscovered islands of the Philippines and Indonesia from Manila to Darwin aboard Heritage Adventurer. Highlights of this cruise include visiting the Whale Shark Capital of the World, swimming with the gentle giants, and discovering the "eighth …
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Sealife at Manuar Island, Raja Ampat, Indonesia
$9,415
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Indonesia Raja Ampat Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Blu
  • Visit a local village and bat cave
  • Wander the coastline of Cape Kri
  • Explore the Pulau Wayag’s islets
  • Tour on a pearl farm in Aljui Bay
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Sorong
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Variable
Raja Ampat is best recognized for presenting the world's most diversified array of underwater ecosystems and marine organisms, owing to its glistening turquoise waters and natural karst structures. On land, explore secluded lagoons, coves, and beaches, as well as woodlands that are home to rare …
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Young monk in a temple
$1,407
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Mekong River - Upstream - High water

Phnom Penh to Siem Reap - 5 Day Itinerary aboard The Jahan
  • Observed locals along the river
  • Village visits
  • Immerse in culture
  • Cruise the Mekong River
Starts / Ends:
Phnom Penh / Siem Reap
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 5-day High Water Serenity Cruise aboard the Jahan from Phnom Penh to Siem Reap while immersing yourself in Cambodia's diverse culture and enjoying the stunning Mekong River. Along the way, gain insights into the country's heritage by exploring rural villages, ancient pagodas, …
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Brilliant textiles at a market
$9,450
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The Textiles of the Lesser Sundas

Maumere-Komodo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ombak Putih
  • Visit small villages
  • Swim and snorkel colorful reefs
  • Meet local weavers
  • Learn about ikat fabrics
Starts / Ends:
Maumere / Komodo Island
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Get to know the rich culture of the Lesser Sunda islands with this 12-day cultural cruise from Maumere to Komodo. Visit small villages and communities where ancient traditions are kept alive and adapted to modern life. Learn about traditional and contemporary techniques for spinning yarns, natural …
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Mountain Range in Komodo National Park, Indonesia
$16,577
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Kimberley Expedition: Northwest Australia & Indonesia

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Explore King George river
  • Discover the unique wildlife
  • Visit the Komodo National Park
  • Experience Indonesia
Starts / Ends:
Broome / Bali
Activities:
Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 16-day cruise from Perth, Australia, to Bali, Indonesia, aboard the National Geographic Orion. Explore the Kimberley region in Australia, where striking landscapes bear the marks of ancient human civilizations. Then, voyage to remote Indonesian island villages where history springs to …
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The Vinh Trang Temple in My Tho
$1,728
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Saigon and Phnom Penh Short Cruise

Upstream - 4 Day Itinerary aboard RV Bassac Pandaw
  • Explore floating markets
  • Discover the green oasis
  • Cambodia and Vietnam's culture
Starts / Ends:
Liberty Central Saigon Riverside Hotel / Phnom Penh
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This three-night cruise departs from Cambodia's rich countryside and travels through the main channel and into the vast delta, where you reach thevibrant French colonial port of Saigon. Witness the contrasting culture between the bustling Vietnam Delta and the tranquility of Cambodia on …
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Stone Statues in Bali
$8,750
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Crossing Oceania: Fiji To Bali

Lautoka - Benoa - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Paul Gauguin
  • Explore Port Vila, Efate
  • Discover Alotau's beautiful beaches
  • Visit Komodo National Park
  • Enjoy an overnight in Bali
Starts / Ends:
Lautoka / Benoa
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on this 21-day cruise Crossing Oceania: Fiji to Bali from Lautoka to Benoa aboard Paul Gaugin. Start your travel in Lautoka, known as Sugar City. Stroll its palm-lined streets, experience traditional village life, or hike in Koroyanitu National Heritage Park. Next is Port Vila, located on …
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Wilsons Bird in Raja Ampat Indonesia
$7,550
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Papua's Whale Sharks and Birds of Paradise

Kaimana to Sorong - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Explore Triton Bay
  • Snorkel and kayak vibrant waters
  • Swim under the Kitikiti waterfall
  • Visit Tomolol’s mysterious cave
Starts / Ends:
Misool / Sorong
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Revisit some of the most fascinating sites and possibly experience the enchantment of witnessing the bird of paradise in its natural habitat. If you're lucky, you could get to snorkel alongside whale sharks in Triton Bay, but there are no guarantees because these wild animals are not on a …
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Village at the beachfront in Sorong, Indonesia
$9,850
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In the Wake of Wallace

Sorong - Ternate - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Katharina
  • Hike in the tropical forest
  • Spot the Wilson’s Bird of Paradise
  • Observe the Red Bird of Paradise
  • Examine the vegetation
Starts / Ends:
Sorong / Ternate Island
Activities:
Scuba Diving, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Thisunforgettable cruise will travel to remote exotic Indonesian islands in the wake of the legendary Victorian naturalist Alfred Russel Wallace, co-discoverer of the theory of evolution by natural selection and author of the most famous travelogue about the region,The Malay Archipelago. Like …
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$3,461
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The Brahmaputra

Roundtrip Guwahati - 8 Day Itinerary aboard RV Kindat Pandaw
  • Explore Guwahati's temples
  • Visit Kaziranga Wildlife Safari
  • Witness tea process and silk making
  • Walk through Assami villages
Starts / Ends:
Guwahati / Guwahati
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day river cruise adventure aboard RV Kindat Pandaw in Assam, India. Begin your journey by exploring Guwahati and visiting the Nilachai Hill temple and Commonwealth Graves. As you sail upstream, you'll encounter lush Assam countryside and stop at villages along the way. Explore …
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King George River Gorge, Kimberley, Australia
$9,260
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Australia's Iconic Kimberley

Darwin to Broome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • See the Warton stones
  • Learn prehistoric art
  • Explore Kimberley
  • See the birds
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Broome
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Start your 11-day expedition cruise in Darwin.See mangrove forests wheresaltwater crocodileslive. Ravel at King George River and the majestic Twin Falls. Feast your eyes on the magnificent Ashmore Reef in the Timor Sea where the corals are claimed by a rich biodiverse environment. Amaze at the …
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
$44,395
Savings
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Experience Qeqertarsuaq
  • Visit Beechey Island
  • Explore Sisimiut
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Anchorage
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on this 29-day expedition cruise from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Sylvia Earle. Inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey, navigating the Northwest Passage's intricate waterways across Arctic Canada to the Beaufort Sea. Explore historic sites, encounter locals, and seek unique …
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Colorful trees in Osaka
$11,695
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Western Pacific Odyssey - Extension

25 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Sail through Hauraki Gulf
  • Explore Norfolk Island's birds
  • Rare seabird and marine sightings
  • Visit rainforests and beaches
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Osaka
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 25 day expedition from Auckland to Kavieng with Heritage Adventurer, a birdwatcher's dream come true. Explore the Mokohinau Islands, Norfolk Island, and New Caledonia, encountering rare seabirds like the New Zealand Storm Petrel and Kagu. Immerse yourself in the rich history of …
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New Caledonia
$11,695
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Grand Pacific Odyssey - Extension

25 Day Itinerary aboard Heritage Adventurer
  • Sail through Hauraki Gulf
  • Visit UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Visit the remote Bonin Islands
  • Experience Bougainville Island
Starts / Ends:
Auckland / Osaka
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the Grand Pacific Odyssey, a 25-day cruise from New Zealand to Japan aboard Heritage Adventurer. This adventure balances remote island visits, coral reef snorkeling, cultural exchanges, and wildlife encounters. Explore UNESCO World Heritage Site Norfolk Island, French-influenced New Caledonia, …
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ISKCON (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) temple
$11,274
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The Upper Ganges and Brahmaputra River (Upstream)

Guwahati to Varanasi - 21 Day Itinerary aboard RV Kindat Pandaw
  • Explore the Nameri National Park
  • Visit Kaziranga National Park
  • Experience ISKCON temple in Mayapur
  • Discover the home of Jim Corbett
Starts / Ends:
Guwahati / Varanasi
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join RV Kindat Pandaw on this 21-day Upper Ganges and Brahmaputra Rivers cruise from Guwahati to Varanasi. Uncover the charms of Assami city as you visit the Nilachi Hill temple and the Commonwealth Graves. Explore the intricately adorned portals of the De Parbatia temple and admire the medieval …
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An Arctic fox scouts the terrain
$47,100
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The Northwest Passage

25 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Explore the Northwest Passage
  • Discover Nuuk
  • Observe unique Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Nome
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 25-day cruise on Le Commandant Charcot to explore remote Arctic destinations. Visit Reykjavik, Iceland, cross the Denmark Strait and Prins Christian Sund, and discover Nuuk, Aappilattoq, Disko Bay, Pond Inlet, Lancaster Sound, Devon Island, Beechey Island, Banks Island, and Nome, …
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