Europe Cruises

Explore the heart of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice aboard Le Bougainville. Discover Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba's historical civilizations that left mark on these islands' language, cuisine, art, and architecture.

Experience an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Gem, sailing the Seine and exploring Normandy's historical sites, including Joan of Arc landmarks and World War memorials. Enjoy charming villages' regional tastings, and conclude in Paris's vibrant culture and architecture.

Embark on this 11-day cruise across the Mediterranean from Nice to Valletta aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Corsica’s charming ports, Sicily’s historical treasures, and the natural beauty of the Aeolian Islands. Visit iconic landmarks like the Calvi Citadel, Portofino’s harbor, and Lipari’s obsidian quarries.

Embark on an 8-day journey aboard Le Laperouse from Athens, exploring Greece’s iconic islands and cultural landmarks. Visit Saint John sites in Patmos, explore Rhodes’ medieval streets, marvel at Santorini’s cliffs, discover Amorgos’ villages, delve into Delos’ ruins, enjoy Mykonos’ vibrant streets, and admire Nafplion’s fortress views.

Embark on an 11-day cruise in Edinburgh aboard National Geographic Explorer and sail north to Orkney, Shetland, and the Faroe Islands before reaching Iceland. Explore Kirkwall, St. Magnus Cathedral, Leitisvatn, Djupivogur, and Heimaey. Hike, navigate fjords, visit volcanic sites, and experience Viking history.

Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Athens aboard the Le Bougainville, exploring Patmos, Symi, Amorgos, Santorini, and more. Discover ancient landmarks, serene harbors, and vibrant island life before returning to Athens.

Embark in Valletta for a 10-day Mediterranean cruise to Sicily and southern Italy aboard Le Boreal. Explore Syracuse, Palermo, Lipari, Taormina, and Pompeii. Visit temples, amphitheaters, cathedrals, and volcanic sites. Enjoy views of Stromboli and Etna, then return to Malta aboard a luxury ship with cultural programming and refined comfort.

Embark on an 11-day Arctic adventure starting in Helsinki and journeying to the remote wilderness of Spitsbergen aboard Ultramarine. Marvel at breathtaking glaciers, search for polar bears, and witness vibrant tundras. This journey includes visits to iconic sites like Alkefjellet, Hinlopen Strait, and the 14th of July Glacier.

Experience an 11-day cruise from Helsinki, Finland to Svalbard aboard Ultramarine. Explore the pristine Arctic wilderness under the Midnight Sun, spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds, and marvel at glaciers, fjords, and snowcapped peaks. Enjoy scenic flights, expert guidance, and immersive exploration in the High Arctic.

Set sail from Helsinki on an 11-day cruise aboard Ocean Explorer to experience Svalbard’s summer landscapes. Navigate scenic fjords, watch for wildlife, explore Arctic shorelines, and take in the midnight sun before returning to Helsinki on a charter flight.

Discover Scotland and the Hebrides on a 13-day voyage from Aberdeen to Troon aboard Ocean Victory. Visit Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Foula, Papa Stour, the Faroe Islands, Stornoway, St. Kilda, Isle of Skye, Iona, Staffa, and Islay. Experience coastal villages, ancient monuments, wildlife, cultural heritage, nature, and maritime tradition.

Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, exploring historic cities along the Danube River. Experience Budapest's architecture, Vienna's musical heritage, and Germany's UNESCO-listed Regensburg while enjoying Central Europe's scenic beauty.