Top Europe Tours & Cruises in 2027

from $9,320

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Morocco to Spain’s Andalusian Coast – with Smithsonian Journeys

Casablanca to Lisbon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Visit Tangier's Medina and Kasbah
• Discover Malaga Alcazaba Fortress
• Cruise the Strait of Gibraltar
• Wander at Marbella's Old Town

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Casablanca / Lisbon

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on an 8-day cruise from Casablanca to Lisbon, crossing Morocco, southern Spain, and Portugal aboard Le Boreal. Explore medinas, Andalusian cities, Atlantic ports, historic landmarks, coastal towns, and UNESCO sites.

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from $9,480

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Swiss Splendors by Train with Romantic Rhine Cruise

Lake Geneva to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista

• Ride trains through Zermatt
• Stroll Strasbourg’s Petite France
• Cruise Rhine Gorge Castles
• Glide Amsterdam’s Iconic Canals

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Lucerne / Amsterdam

Activities

Wine Tasting, Biking, Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 15-day journey from Geneva to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Vista. Travel by train through Zermatt, Interlaken, and Lucerne before boarding your ship in Basel. Cruise along the Rhine, exploring the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Experience mountain views, historic towns, and canal-lined streets.

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from $36,190

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The Geographic North Pole

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Explore Longyearbyen frontier
• Navigate drifting Arctic sea ice
• Reach the Geographic North Pole
• Visit Ny Alesund scientific base

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Commandant Charcot, starting in Longyearbyen and sailing through Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes to the North Pole. Experience wildlife encounters, visit Ny Alesund, and explore breathtaking fjords while enjoying Zodiac landings with expert guides.

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from $6,895

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Svalbard Express

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Discover Northwest Svalbard
• Navigate Arctic ice
• Reach High Arctic islands
• Visit Ny-Alesund station

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through Svalbard’s high Arctic on a 7-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard Ocean Albatros. Navigate fjords, polar deserts, and the Arctic ice pack while visiting historic whaling sites, remote islands, and scientific outposts. Observe seabirds, walrus, and polar wildlife in protected Arctic environments.

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from $4,499

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Portugal's River of Gold

Lisbon-Porto - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Tour the Jerónimos Monastery
• Visit Vila Real's Mateus Palace
• Explore Castelo Rodrigo
• Enjoy Salamanca, Spain

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Lisbon / Salamanca

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Lisbon's rebirth through its newest galleries and cafés on this Portugal cruise from Lisbon to Porto aboard Viking River Cruises. This 10-day tour includes a hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus of a visit to Spain. Enjoy stops in stunning ports of Porto, Régua & Pinhão, Douro, and Salamanca.

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from $33,160

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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Discover the Nordaustlandet
• Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
• Sail through Hinlopen Strait
• Watch the arctic wildlife

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

Activities

Skiing

Activity Level

Variable

Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day cruise exploring the north-east of Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in early summer, before cruising to Svalbard and its untouched landscapes.

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from $8,990

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Sensations of Lyon and Provence

Lyon - Marseille - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Liberté

• Explore Lyon
• Discover Chalon-sur-Saône
• Experience Tournon
• Uncover the rich history of Arles

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Lyon / Marseille

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Marseille to Lyon for another fun and exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhone and Saone Rivers. Emerald Liberté offers comfortable accommodations before exploring different cities.

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from $22,995

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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Explore Reykjavik’s cityscape
• Discover Thingvellir’s rift valley
• Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
• Navigate Greenland’s deep fjords

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Reykjavik / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to explore Svalbard and East Greenland, where you can see polar bears, walrus, and stunning fjords. Experience local Inuit culture in Ittoqqortoormiit while navigating through breathtaking landscapes shaped by nature.

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from $23,695

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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Explore Reykjavik’s cityscape
• Discover Thingvellir’s rift valley
• Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
• Navigate Greenland’s deep fjords

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Reykjavik / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the High Arctic on a 15-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Svalbard and East Greenland. Spot polar bears, walruses, and stunning glaciers in Scoresbysund while visiting the resilient Inuit community of Ittoqqortoormiit.

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from $12,390

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Idyllic Rhone

Lyon - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire

• Tour Macon’s region
• Visit Perouges village
• Wander Avignon’s papal palace
• Stroll Viviers winding alleys

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Lyon / Avignon

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Lyon to Nice on the Scenic Sapphire, exploring the Rhone and Saone rivers. Experience France’s rich heritage through its historic cities, medieval villages, and culinary delights amidst stunning landscapes.

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from $1,648

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Natural Iceland Adventure

Iceland Small Group Tour - 5 Day Itinerary

• Visit lava fields and Kirkjufell
• See Barnafoss and Hraunfossar
• Explore the Golden Circle sites
• Hike Vatnajokull Glacier trail
• Visit Jokulsarlon and Diamond Beach

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Northern Lights

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Iceland’s top sights on this 5-day tour from west to east. Explore Snaefellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and South Coast highlights including black sand beaches, volcanic landscapes, and iconic waterfalls. Visit Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, hike Vatnajokull Glacier, and enjoy optional cave and geothermal spa visits.

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from $2,799

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Tulips & Windmills

Amsterdam Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Discover 18-century windmills
• Learn about Rotterdam's history
• Feel the dynamic energy of Antwerp
• Visit Middelburg & Veere

Starts / Ends

Enkhuizen / Antwerp

Activities

Local Market Visits, Festival Visits

Activity Level

Variable

On a Viking River Cruise, take a 10-day trip through the inland waters of the Netherlands and Belgium to see the land of windmills and tulips. Discover the spectacular modern architecture of Rotterdam and the artistic masterpieces of Antwerp on this trip.

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from $21,940

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Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Explore Northeast Greenland N. Park
• Look out for unique widllife
• Visit Scoresbysund
• Observe Northern Lights displays

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard National Geographic Endurance to explore Iceland’s wild west coast. Discover towering bird cliffs, wildflower meadows, serene coves, and majestic waterfalls. Follow Viking routes and encounter Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies.

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from $8,300

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Spitsbergen, Northeast Greenland & Scoresby Sund, Including Long Hikes

Longyearbyen- Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• View the Northern Lights
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
• Watch whale and seabird migration
• Observe cathedral-like icebergs

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Akureyri

Activity Level

Variable

Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland are two of the most beautiful places in the world, and this 14-day trip takes you there. A midnight view of the Aurora Borealis is included in the tour, which includes a visit to seals, seabirds, and polar bears aboard MV Ortelius.

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from $31,990

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Glaciers & Wildlife of Svalbard

Roundtrip Oslo - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse

• Explore Oslo’s forested capital
• Discover Longyearbyen's landscapes
• Experience Svalbard’s icy peaks
• Spot Arctic wildlife

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Oslo / Oslo

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day Arctic expedition cruise from Oslo aboard the Scenic Eclipse, exploring Svalbard's stunning wilderness while witnessing wildlife, glaciers, and icebergs. Enjoy small-ship experiences in one of the planet's most remote and breathtaking regions.

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from $16,195

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Iceland & East Greenland: Through the Lens Photography

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Photograph bubbling geysers
• Capture Dynjandi Falls
• Sail the vast Scoresbysund fjord
• Admire Gullfoss Waterfalls

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day photography expedition in East Greenland and Iceland’s Westfjords aboard the Sylvia Earle, guided by expert photographers. Capture stunning Arctic landscapes, wildlife, and dramatic icebergs while exploring fjords and cliffs, perfect for all skill levels.

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from $14,070

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Exploration from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
• Sail through Prins Christian Sund
• Visit quaint Aappilattoq village
• Marvel at Kujalleq Glacier
• Admire colorful Saint John’s

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Reykjavik / Toronto

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 16-day expedition aboard Le Bellot, sailing from Iceland to Canada through the stunning landscapes of Greenland. Explore Viking history and vibrant islands, and enjoy whale watching before visiting Montreal and concluding in Toronto via the scenic Saint Lawrence River.

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from $15,595

EBD $2000

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Northeast Greenland: Glaciers and Fjords

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Visit Segelsällskäbets Fjord
• Cruise scenic Alpefjord
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
• Discover Kong Oscar Fjord’s rugged

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavík to Northeast Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore striking fjords, rugged cliffs, Arctic wildlife, and remote Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises, scenic sailings across the Denmark Strait, and memorable moments in some of the Arctic’s most dramatic landscapes.

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