Our Favorite Small Expedition Cruise Ships

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Emerald Dawn

The Emerald Dawn offers comfortable accommodations and an unforgettable sailing experience while navigating the Rhine, Main, Danube, and the Moselle Rivers. Sail through some of Europe?s most magical stretches of water and explore many of the continent?s most enchanting cities. The vessel's capacity is an intimate 180 guests and the ship offers a selection of wonderful amenities and features. 

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from $7,590

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Emerald Star

The Emerald Star offers comfortable accommodations and an unforgettable sailing experience while navigating the Rhine, Main, Danube, and the Moselle Rivers. Sail through some of Europe?s most magical stretches of water and explore many of the continent?s most enchanting cities. The vessel's capacity is an intimate 180 guests and the ship offers a selection of wonderful amenities and features. 

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from $9,590

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Scenic Diamond

Scenic Diamond boasts all luxury trappings, as well as a handful of new and innovative features. From the vitality pool and updated wellness area to the bespoke cooking suite, guests can enjoy a raft of extravagant features when cruising along French waterways aboard Scenic Diamond.

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from $5,140

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Samba

Enjoy the Galapagos Islands aboard this charming motor sailer, offering its 14 guests the a unique experience. With safety and courtesy as the number one priority, a highly trained bilingual crew will lead you on navigations to all corners of this island paradise as passengers appreciate the spacious cabins and several social areas.

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Emerald Sun

The 180-passenger river cruise ship Emerald Sun combines comfortable cabins and contemporary amenities to deliver first-rate trips on European rivers Danube and Rhine.

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from $2,590

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MV Skorpios III

MV Skorpios III was built in 1995 at the Skorpios shipyard in Chile. Her cabins and hotel infrastructure were remodeled in 2012. The ship is 70 meters long, has a 10-meter beam, and a 3.30-meter draft, displacing 1,600 tons.

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Scenic Ruby

The newly renovated Scenic Ruby features four decks including a Sun Deck, Diamond Deck, Sapphire Deck, and Jewel Deck, each of which is home to a number of suites and cabins and a handful of luxury public spaces and dining venues ? including Crystal Dining, Riverview Terrace, Portobellos and the Panorama Lounge Bar.

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from $3,599

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S.S. Maria Theresa

With her luxurious 18th-century design, the 150-passenger S.S. Maria Theresa boasts ultra-luxury staterooms and a slew of subtle personal touches that provide a genuinely delightful and unforgettable journey down the Danube and Main Rivers.

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from $1,615

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M/S Invictus

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.

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Rosa

Rosa is an old Dutch "Clipper" barge, built in 1907 as a cargo on the waterways of Holland. After its full renovation in 2010, it is now an elegant hotel barge that navigates through a colorful, captivating part of southwest France.

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from $1,425

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M/S Elixir

The M/S Elixir is a 40.6-meter deluxe yacht-style ship, fully renovated in 2025 for cruising along the Croatian coast. It features 18 modern cabins with private bathrooms and hotel-style comforts, accommodating up to 38 guests. Its smaller size allows access to hidden bays and island ports that larger ships can't reach.

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from $1,193

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MS Leonardo Da Vinci

The MS Leonard Da Vinci is a comfortable and friendly ship that sails on the Rhine and its tributaries. It includes pleasant facilities such as a lounge bar and dance floor, restaurant, small library, gift shop, and spacious sun deck.

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from $1,473

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MS Amalia Rodrigues

Discover the rich history of Portugal and Spain as you journey through the Douro River Valley aboard the incredible MS Amalia Rodrigues, the newest ship cruising the Douro River.

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from $3,839

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MS AmaMelodia

Sail in luxury along Colombia’s Magdalena River aboard the AmaMelodia, a 64-passenger ship designed for optimal views. Enjoy your spacious stateroom with twin balconies, ranging from 237 to 306 square feet. Savor Latin American and Western cuisine in the Main Restaurant or al fresco, and enjoy live music each evening in the Main Lounge.

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from $5,490

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La Bella Vita

Visit the magical places in Italy onboard La Bella Vita, a cruise ship that can accommodate 20 passengers. With a classic modern Italian interior and 10 elegant staterooms, the hotel barge sets the perfect atmosphere for relaxation. Enjoy an adventure to remember while cruising through the Venetian Lagoon, River Po and Canal Bianco between Venice and the lakeside Renaissance city of Mantua.

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L’Impressionniste

Cruise France’s beautiful Burgundy region aboard 12-passenger L’Impressionniste, designed for traveling on canal barges in France. Originally constructed in 1960, the luxury hotel barge now whisks guests away on a memorable cruise full of wine tasting, castle tours, and regional delicacies.

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from $10,290

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Scenic Spirit

Unpack your bags just once and settle into your spacious suite featuring separate living and sleeping areas as well as your own balcony. Explore the light-filled public spaces and dining areas, where you can relax, indulge and dream, as the magical Vietnamese and Cambodian landscapes float by. Your experience will be one of unmatched luxury with enhanced protocols, for your health and wellbeing.

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from $6,850

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La Belle Epoque

Formerly a cargo ship that carried logs, La Belle Epoque has been transformed into a deluxe hotel barge. With the capacity for 12 passengers, La Belle Epoque has been designed with both elegance and passenger comfort in mind and her welcoming features include a wood-paneled saloon/dining room with bespoke, hand-built seating and a spacious sun deck with spa pool.

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