Our Favorite Small Expedition Cruise Ships

This classic catamaran features both standard and master suites to accommodate up to 16 guests in absolute luxury. Its modern design maximizes use of the space, including closets, queen beds, private bathrooms, and air conditioning throughout. Social areas include a sundeck and indoor dining room, lounge, and bar.

Imagine a serene time when you feel peaceful and refreshed—feeling the ocean breeze, swimming in clear water, relaxing, doing morning yoga, enjoying tasty BBQ, and experiencing local life. Your journey on the Elysium will be extraordinary, unlike any other cruise you've been on.

Experience the awe-inspiring beauty of the Galapagos Islands aboard Tribute, the latest luxury cruise. Meticulously designed for nature enthusiasts, it offers immersive experiences, luxury amenities, and knowledgeable guides. Intimately connect with the Galapagos' natural wonders, creating enduring memories. Your exploration and indulgence journey starts here.

The new 40m MS Invictus will feature 18 cabins across two decks with an onboard Jacuzzi and plenty of space for guests to relax during their cruise. Discover charming Croatian coastline and islands on brand new deluxe yacht that will have maiden voyage in July 2020.

No matter which part of the Galapagos Islands you'd like to experience, this boat has an itinerary for you. Balancing efficiency, comfort, and economy, the Aida Maria's 16 passengers will enjoy great food and good service all for reasonable prices.

The 64-guest Safari Voyager offers personal comforts, included amenities, exclusivity, and luxury accommodations. Guests will enjoy breathtaking views from four public decks and a window-lined lounge offering an uncompromising 270 degree view.

Heritage Discoverer is a luxury expedition ship built for exploring remote regions, from the Arctic and Antarctica to tropical islands and atolls. Carrying up to 130 guests, the ship combines expedition capability with comfortable ocean-view accommodations, wellness facilities, panoramic viewing decks, personalized service, and a fleet of 14 Zodiacs.

Sister ship to the award-winning AmaLea and AmaKristina, the elegant 156-passenger AmaLucia will be a warm, inviting ship offering plenty of space for guests to unwind when she debuts in 2021.

The World Voyager is a modern 168-passenger expedition ship built for science and discovery. Every design element, from the deluxe, all-balcony suites—with direct views into the surrounding polar wilderness—to the presentation theater and Science Hub, embodies the spirit of discovery: the never-ending urge to explore and learn more about polar wilderness.

The Beluga is a lovely, 110 foot, single steel-hulled motor yacht. It is fully air-conditioned and accommodates 16 passengers in double staterooms, each with private bathroom and hot water shower.

Discover the unexplored gems of the Rhine and Moselle rivers aboard the MS Monet, a 154-passenger ship, refurbished in 2007. Experience some of the best French and European cuisine, relax on the comfortable lounge, stroll in the souvenir shop, and finish your days enjoying the outstanding panoramic views of Europe on the spacious sundeck.

The AmaViola ? set to debut in 2016 ? is a sister ship to the AmaSerena and features the most advanced design of any river cruise vessel currently in operation.