Europe Tours 2025 Cruises in 2025

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Delightful Douro with Madrid

Porto - Madrid - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Azure

• Explore Porto’s riverside landmarks
• Admire Douro Valley vineyards
• Visit Provesende’s church
• Discover Salamanca’s cathedrals

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Porto / Madrid

Activities

Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 11-day river cruise from Porto to Madrid aboard the Scenic Azure, exploring the Douro Valley's wine region and local culture. Enjoy guided tours, scenic views, and a four-day stay in vibrant Madrid, rich with history and cuisine.

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from $12,040

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Delightful Douro with Lisbon

Lisbon - Porto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Azure

• Explore Lisbon’s culture
• Wander Sintra’s hilltop
• Admire Pinhao’s riverside
• Visit Salamanca’s cathedrals

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Lisbon / Porto

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Lisbon to Porto aboard the Scenic Azure, exploring Portugal's rich heritage through the Douro Valley. Enjoy guided tours, regional cuisine, and iconic landmarks, including Lisbon and the historic Sintra National Palace.

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from $6,720

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Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Visit Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Site
• Explore Carcassonne medieval charm
• Visit Porto Venere pastel coast
• Stroll Nice scenic promenade

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Barcelona / Civitavecchia

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Variable

Explore the French and Italian Rivieras on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Visit UNESCO sites and cultural landmarks in Port Vendres, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, Porto Venere, and Livorno. Enjoy expert-guided excursions from Carcassonne’s medieval fortress to Pisa’s Leaning Tower, experiencing the art, history, and coastal landscapes of the Mediterranean.

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from $18,815

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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Search icy polar habitats
• See Austfonna ice cap
• Observe Alkefjellet bird cliff
• Visit Ny-Ålesund station

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Svalbard on a 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen. Visit walrus colonies at Poolepynten, glaciers like Bråsvellbreen and Kronebreen, bird cliffs at Alkefjellet, and historical sites such as Sallyhamna and Hamburgbukta. Search for polar bears and wildlife along the ice edge.

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from $7,990

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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Experience Regensburg’s Old Town
• Explore Passau’s old town
• Visit Gottweig Abbey
• Discover Vienna’s art legacy

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Munich / Budapest

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Munich to Budapest on the Emerald Star, exploring Germany's charm through guided walks and city tours. Discover how Austria and Hungary blend historic sites with modern development, highlighting the Danube's importance to European culture.

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from $7,990

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Danube Delights

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Destiny

• Explore Budapest’s grand landmarks
• Tour Bratislava’s Old Town
• Admire Vienna’s artistic heritage
• Walk Regensburg’s medieval lanes

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Budapest / Munich

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day Danube river cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Destiny, exploring four countries rich in history and culture. Guided tours reveal the architectural marvels and imperial heritage of Austria, Hungary, Slovakia, and Germany.

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from $8,590

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Danube Explorer

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Star

• Explore Budapest’s Grand Market
• Discover Bratislava’s Gothic charm
• Tour Vienna’s Ringstrasse
• Visit Melk Abbey’s Baroque halls

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Budapest / Passau

Activity Level

Variable

Enjoy an 8-day Danube cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Emerald Star, exploring rich cultural landmarks. From Budapest's grand architecture to Vienna's imperial Ringstrasse and Melk Abbey, experience immersive tours and regional flavors along the way.

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from $8,390

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Danube Delights

Munich - Budapest - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Walk to the city of Regensburg
• Explore the architectures in Passau
• Hike around the Bratislava Castle
• Drive and walk around Vienna

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Munich / Budapest

Activity Level

Variable

Explore and sail along the second longest river in the continent on this 8-day Danube Delights Cruise from Munich to Budapest aboard the Emerald Luna. It will take travelers on an adventure from Eastern to Western Europe and vice versa.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Visit Krossfjorden’s glaciers
• Discover Ny Alesund’s settlement
• Spot wildlife in Bellsund

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. On this expedition, cruise around Spitsbergen’s icy North Atlantic waters, offering chances to see whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and polar bears.

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from $9,390

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Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Finesse

• Explore Chateau de Germolles
• Wander Roman Autun amphitheater
• Tour Beaune’s Maison Champy
• Visit Beaune’s Hotel-Dieu

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St-Julien-sur-Dheune / Chalon Sur Saone

Activity Level

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Set sail on a 7-day cruise aboard the Finesse through Southern Burgundy, starting in St-Julien-sur-Dheune and concluding in Chalon-sur-Saone. Enjoy guided tours of historic sites, premier vineyards, and biodynamic wine tastings while exploring the scenic Canal du Centre.

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from $9,390

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Classic Cruise - Upper Loire & Western Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Renaissance

• Visit Château de la Bussière
• Cruise the aqueduct at River Loire
• Visit Gien
• Enjoy wine tasting

Activities

Biking, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Board the luxury hotel barge Renaissance and take a 7-day cruise through the rivers and canals of France. Cruise over Gustav Eiffel's famous aqueduct spanning the Loire River. Take some time to explore the beautiful village and canals of Montargis either on foot or bicycle.

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from $9,390

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Classic Cruise – Champagne

7 Day Itinerary aboard Kir Royale

• Visit Chateau-Thierry battlefield
• Explore Belleau Wood cemetery
• Tour Ay's grand cru champagne house
• Discover Avize vineyards

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Chateau Thierry / Chalons en Champagne

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 7-day cruise from Chateau-Thierry to Chalons-en-Champagne aboard Kir Royale, featuring champagne tastings, World War I site visits, and gourmet dining along the scenic River Marne.

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from $10,750

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Classic France: Paris, the Loire Valley, and Normandy

13 Day Itinerary

• Take a a bike tour of Versailles
• View Paris from the Eiffel Tower
• Enjoy food tour in Loire Valley
• See the chateau de Chambord
• Visit Mont Saint Michel by e-bike
• Visit D-Day beaches in Normandy
• Taste Normady's local cuisine

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Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Easy Active

Take this 13-day trip through Paris, the Loire Valley, and Normandy to see the best of France. Visit iconic sites like the Eiffel Tower, the Seine, and the Louvre. Continue to the Loire Valley to explore fairy-tale châteaux, taste local wines, and visit historic villages. In Normandy, visit the D-Day landing beaches and Mont-Saint-Michel

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from $10,725

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Classic Cruise – Champagne

Paris - Epernay - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile

• Admire Paris Eiffel Tower
• Taste Brie de Meaux and fine wines
• Tour Hautvillers Abbey
• Stroll through Damery

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Paris / Epernay

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Embark on a 7-day barge cruise from Paris to Epernay on the La Nouvelle Etoile, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to historical sites like the Reims Cathedral. Enjoy regional cuisine, wine tastings, and curated excursions through the picturesque Champagne region.

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from $10,725

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Classic Cruise - Alsace & Lorraine

Nancy - Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile

• Explore Nancy’s Place Stanislas
• Navigate the Vosges Mountains
• Discover Zorn Valley hills
• Visit Obernai’s fortified town

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Variable

Embark on a 7-day barge cruise from Nancy to Strasbourg on La Nouvelle Etoile, starting with a champagne welcome and visits to Nancy’s Baroque architecture and Chagall's stained-glass windows. Explore the Vosges Mountains, savor Alsace wines, and conclude with a guided tour of Strasbourg's cathedral and Folk Museum.

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from $10,725

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Classic Cruise – Germany & Luxembourg

Koblenz - Remich - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile

• Visit Winningen for Mosel wines
• Tour Cochem castle views
• Taste Zell wines at Dr Weiss’s cell
• Discover Trier’s Roman heritage

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Join a 7-day cruise on the La Nouvelle Etoile along the Moselle River from Koblenz to Remich, featuring wine tastings and cultural tours. Explore historic landmarks like Burg Eltz and Trier, culminating in a final dinner in Luxembourg’s capital.

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from $8,250

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Classic Cruise – Canal du Midi

Salleles d'Aude - Trebes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Enchanté

• Hunt truffles at Mas d’Antonin
• Stroll Narbonne’s market
• Taste wines at Chateau de Paraza
• Tour Carcassonne’s ramparts

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Sallèles d’Aude / Trèbes

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Experience a 7-day cruise on the Enchanté along the Canal du Midi, visiting sites like Narbonne’s Roman ruins, Chateau de Paraza, and the medieval village of Minerve. Conclude your journey in Trebes after exploring Carcassonne and enjoying truffle hunting and wine tastings.

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from $6,250

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Classic Cruise – Burgundy

Auxerre - Chevroches - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L'Art de Vivre

• Explore Auxerre’s medieval center
• isit Vincelles’ Aubigny quarry
• Taste Cremant de Bourgogne
• Tour Chablis vineyards

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Auxerre / Chevroches

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Variable

Experience a 7-day cruise on the L'Art de Vivre, journeying through Burgundy from Auxerre to Chevroches. Enjoy private wine tastings, historic sites like Vezelay Basilica, and scenic excursions through vineyards and picturesque landscapes.

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