Our Favorite Small Expedition Cruise Ships

Introducing the Zimbabwean Dream, a ship that sails along Lake Kariba. Newly built in 2018 and specially outfitted for the exploration of Botswana, Namibia, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. Get an up-close and personal experience with nature at the ends of the world on board the Zimbabwean Dream as it sails along the most beautiful bends of the region for fantastic views of the surrounding wonderland.

The MV La Belle des Océans is a maritime vessel that transports passengers in comfort and style to delightful destinations all around the world, from the Mediterranean to Southeast Asia to the mighty St. Lawrence river.

Experience the traditional ambiance of a hotel barge aboard Athos, a rustic and elegant ship that accommodates 10 passengers as you travel along Canal Du Midi. Relax and enjoy the amenities and the service offered by the friendly and professional crew of the ship.

The Shannon Princess is a 10-passenger barge that cruises the small lakes and rivers throughout the Irish countryside. Experience Irish hospitality with the owners themselves who are the Chef and Captain. Their commitment to an excellent service will make your stay a one of a kind experience.

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.

Experience the captivating history of Portugal aboard the MS Gil Eanes, a ship built in 2015, with the capacity to accommodate 132 passengers in 66 cabins. The ship features three decks, and includes a lounge with large picture windows, restaurant, library, gift shop, elevator, and a spacious sun deck with chaise lounges.

Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Seine Valley on board the warm atmosphere of the MS Botticelli. Built in 2004, the MS Botticelli has a capacity for 151 passengers and provides the amenities and comfort for a unique Europe river cruise experience.

Immerse yourself in the hearth of the European culture on board the intimate and comfortable 100-passengers MS Mona Lisa. Experience a unique European cruise and let yourself dazzle by the romantic Rhine, Havel and Elbe River, and enjoy the best of French and European cuisine as you cruise along the most charming cities and towns.

Explore and enjoy local food, wine, history, art and culture on a river cruise on board the MS L'Europe. Discover the romantic and blue waterways of the Rhine and Danube in the comfort and intimacy of this 4 anchors class ship.

The MS La Boheme sails along the romantic Rhine and blue Danube. Built in 1995 and recently refurbished, the La Boheme is an oasis of comfort as you sail the rivers of Europe.

M/S Sjøveien (meaning the Seaway) was built in Bergen in 1964 for the Norwegian Government. After being a hotel ship for the past few years, she is now being refurbished into a classic and exclusive passenger ship.

This sleek, expertly designed 88-metre-long and 56-metre-high three-master is one of the most majestic yachts in the world. In an age when everything is becoming computer controlled, it shines the spotlight back on the more manual, skilful art of sailing, combined with comfort, elegance, exclusivity and sustainability.

Sea Cloud II is a captivating sailing vessel designed for scenic voyages along Italy and Croatia's shores, delving into lesser-explored archipelagos and idyllic coves. This romantic tall ship seamlessly merges modern comforts with the grace of a traditional square rigger, reminiscent of the iconic 1930s yacht, Sea Cloud.

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.

Emerald Harmony, the newest Emerald Star-Ship launched by Emerald Cruises, was designed to take up to 84 passengers and this watercraft is designed specifically to navigate the waters of the Mekong.

Travel aboard the luxurious 128-passenger S.S. Joie de Vivre, while cruising along the waterways of Seine River, and enjoy the ship's original artwork, antiques and design inspired by 20th-century Parisian design from the Golden Twenties.

The Avalon Tapestry II is a true haven on the river - two full decks of Panorama Suites with Wall-to-Wall Panoramic Windows that transform the living space into a unique Open-Air Balcony.

The Avalon Panorama first set sail in 2011 as a brand new kind of ship for Avalon Waterways, taking inspired design to a whole new level. It was the first of its kind, a Suite Ship with two full decks of suites featuring wall-to-wall panoramic windows that transform the living space into a unique open-air balcony.