Our Favorite Small Expedition Cruise Ships

Enjoy Silver Whisper's relaxing, sophisticated, and genuinely elegant atmosphere. This multi-million dollar refit makes her one of the most technically up to the minute ships at sea. Admire the stunning beauty of Europe & the Caribbean aboard this 382 passenger ship.

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.

Introducing the new luxury ship from Silversea, Silver Dawn, a combination of both the classic and modern evolution of their fleet that has the best features of its sister ships Silver Muse and Silver Moon, which set the new standards of luxury.

The vessel is a 131-foot-long barge that has been transformed into a two-deck riverboat. Laos Pandaw has a capacity of 20 passengers. Laos Pandaw launched in November 2015 as the only ship sailing on the Upper Mekong River and visiting the three countries of the Golden Triangle (Laos, Thailand, and Myanmar (Burma)) and China.

The M/Y Kontiki Wayra is a luxurious boutique yacht offering an exclusive and immersive cruising experience along the stunning coastline of Costa Rica. This contemporary ship blends elegance, comfort, and adventure, all against the backdrop of Costa Rica's immaculate beaches, lush rainforests, and varied wildlife. It was built for travelers looking for an intimate and personalized journey.

Cruising Europe’s beautiful rivers with grace, Avalon Tranquility II is a captivating vessel that launched in 2015. Discover gorgeous Panorama Suites, fantastic cuisine, and unforgettable excursions of Avalon’s celebrated Suite Ships.

Avalon Waterways introduced the Avalon Vista in the spring of 2012. The 166-passenger ship is almost identical to the Avalon Panorama and offers cruises on the Danube River.

Sister to the Kindat and identical in design the Kalaw was launched with her in 2014 Kalaw is named after the PS Kalaw launched in 1917 and sunk in 1942 in the War.

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MS Victor Hugo is named after one of the most famous figures in French literature. This attractive standard ship sails on the Tisza, Sava, Elbe, Rhine and Danube, rivers with a vast history and culture.

The MS Raymonde is a spacious river barge which sails the canals and waterways of France. Her charming interior and comfortable staterooms make her an ideal river cruise ship.

La Pinta is a 48-passenger motor yacht designed to show you the best of the Galapagos. Featuring a modern nautical theme, La Pinta offers spacious cabins, floor-to-ceiling windows, and elegant yet relaxed public areas.