Europe Archaeological Tours Cruises

from $1,710

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Sicily & Greece

Valletta - Piraeus - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer

• Explore Valletta’s peninsula
• Discover Syracuse’s vast ruins
• Visit Pilos’ ancient palace
• Enjoy cafes in Monemvasia

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Valletta / Piraeus

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Embark on a 6-day cruise from Valletta to Athens aboard the Star Flyer, exploring Sicily's archaeological wonders and Greece's historic sites. Experience relaxation at sea and visit ancient locales like Pilos and Monemvasia before concluding your journey in Piraeus.

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from $2,245

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Cruise through the Heart of Europe from the Rhine to the Danube

Strasbourg to Vienna - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Beethoven

• Enjoy Frankfurt’s skyline views
• Discover Würzburg’s baroque beauty
• Taste Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen
• Explore Romantic Road gems
• Discover Vienna’s imperial palaces

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Strasbourg / Vienna

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This 10-day voyage aboard the MS Beethoven brings you Europe’s cultural gems, from Frankfurt’s modern skyline to medieval towns like Rothenburg and Würzburg. Explore Regensburg’s 2,000-year-old history, savor Nuremberg’s famous Lebkuchen, and conclude in imperial Vienna with optional palace visits and a classical concert.

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from $2,676

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Along the river Danube, Budapestand the Balkan Peninsula

Budapest to Oltenita - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS L'Europe

• Join Osijek, Croatia guided tour
• Novi Sad sightseeing
• Sail the Iron Gates gorge
• Explore Bucharest Village Museum

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Budapest / Oltenita

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Urban Exploration, Biking

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Variable

Set sail on a 9-day Danube River cruise aboard MS L'Europe from Budapest to the Black Sea on a cruise through Hungary, Croatia, Serbia, Bulgaria, and Romania. Explore Belgrade, Bucharest, Constanta, Veliko Tarnovo, and Novi Sad. Cruise the Iron Gates gorge, experience Balkan culture, taste Romanian wines, and discover Eastern Europe’s history.

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from $2,362

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5 Different Rivers: The Rhine, Neckar, Main, Moselle, and Saar (Port-to-port cruise)

Strasbourg to Luxembourg - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Enjoy Heidelberg Castle guided tour
• Rudesheim vineyard wine tasting
• Enjoy Rhine Valley scenic sailing
• Explore Saarburg’s old town

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Strasbourg / Remich

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Set sail on a 9-day Rhine and Moselle river cruise from Strasbourg to Luxembourg aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci. Discover Heidelberg Castle, Mainz Cathedral, and Trier’s Roman ruins. Explore Frankfurt, Rüdesheim’s vineyards, Cochem Castle, and Luxembourg’s historic city center. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and unique cultural landmarks.

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from $2,501

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Discover Andalusia in Seville

Seville Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Belle de Cadix

• Explore historic Seville landmarks
• Discover Córdoba’s Mosque-Cathedral
• Cruise past Doñana Park
• Savor Andalusian wine tasting

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Seville / Seville

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Experience an 8-day Andalusian river cruise from Seville aboard MS La Belle de Cadix. Cruise along the Guadalquivir, discover Córdoba’s blend of history and modernity, admire Seville’s Alcázar Palace, and marvel at Granada’s Alhambra and more.

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from $1,260

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Rome to Rome

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Discover Saint-Florent harbor
• Visit Cap Corse peninsula
• Tour Portoferraio landscapes
• Explore Civitavecchia gateway

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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia

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Set sail on a 4-day cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Royal Clipper to explore vibrant Saint-Florent in Corsica and historic Portoferraio in Elba, once home to Napoleon. Enjoy a blend of maritime heritage and cultural landmarks.

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from $1,772

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4 Rivers: The Moselle, Sarre, Romantic Rhine, and Neckar Valleys (Port-to-port cruise)

Luxembourg to Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci

• Enjoy a Luxembourg city guided tour
• Experience wine tasting in Remich
• Explore Roman sites in Trier
• Stroll in Koblenz's old town

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Luxembourg / Strasbourg

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Embark on a 7-day river cruise aboard MS Leonardo Da Vinci from Luxembourg to Strasbourg along the Moselle, Rhine, and Neckar Rivers. Explore Trier’s Roman heritage, Cochem Castle, Koblenz, Rudesheim vineyards, and Heidelberg’s historic charm. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and lively evenings on board.

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from $2,084

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From the Heart of Alsace to Summits in the Swiss Alps

Roundtrip Strasbourg - 5 Day Itinerary aboard MS Monet

• Cruise through Strasbourg beauty
• Discover Colmar’s little Venice
• Visit Hansi Museum Alsace
• Ride Swiss rack railway

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Relaxed

Experience an exclusive 5-day MS Monet Rhine cruise from Strasbourg to Basel, exploring Alsace’s charming cities, Colmar’s streets, and the Swiss Alps’ Jungfraujoch. Enjoy guided tours, a scenic rack railway ride, authentic fondue lunch, and breathtaking Alpine panoramas on this once-in-a-lifetime cultural and natural adventure.

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from $1,750

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Porto, the Douro valley (Portugal) and Salamanca (Spain)

Porto Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalia Rodrigues

• Explore UNESCO Porto center
• Visit the Douro Museum in Regua
• Taste Spanish tapas specialties
• Travel Port Wine Route

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Porto / Porto

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Small Ship Sailing

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Set sail on a 6-day Douro River cruise from Porto to Spain aboard MS Amalia Rodrigues. Visit UNESCO-listed Porto, tour Mateus Palace, explore Salamanca, travel the Port Wine Route, and taste regional wines. Enjoy cultural performances, scenic cruising, and optional guided excursions through historic towns and vineyards along the way.

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from $1,786

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Cruise on the IJsselmeer, one of Holland's treasures

Roundtrip Amsterdam - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Lafayette

• Experience Dutch biking adventures
• Discover Enkhuizen heritage
• Visit Alkmaar Cheese Museum
• Stroll Keukenhof Gardens

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Amsterdam / Amsterdam

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Fishing

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Variable

Discover the beauty of Holland on a 6-day cruise through its canals, the cheese museum, the mills of the seventeenth century, old fishing ports, and the village of Giethoorn. The Keukenhof Gardens, a true haven of peace, are considered the most beautiful floral gardens in the world.

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from $1,444

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An Enchanting Cruise: Exploring the Christmas Markets in Ghent and Bruges

Bruges to Ghent - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Raymonde

• Bruges Christmas market tour
• See Bourgogne des Flandres brewery
• Medieval Bruges walking tour

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Bruges / Ghent

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Christmas Market Visits

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Variable

Sail through Belgium’s festive season aboard a MS Raymonde. Explore Bruges’ and Ghent’s Christmas markets, sample Belgian specialties, tour a Flemish brewery, and cruise past scenic canals and medieval architecture. Enjoy guided tours, tastings, and the charm of Belgium’s holiday traditions.

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from $16,695

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A European Spring

Lisbon - Amsterdam - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Taste Pastéis de Nata, in Lisbon
• Visit caves in Porto's Ribeira
• Admire flowers at Keukenhof Gardens
• Sample wines at Chateau Loudenne

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Lisbon / Amsterdam

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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Festival Visits, Hiking

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Set sail on a 17-day cruise from Lisbon to Amsterdam aboard the Greg Mortimer, celebrating spring along Europe’s Atlantic coast. Explore stunning landscapes, vibrant local culture, and historic towns while enjoying seasonal festivities.

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from $15,795

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Valletta to Zagreb: Treasures of the Adriatic

Valletta - Zagreb - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore Valletta’s harbor panoramas
• Discover Mdina’s medieval streets
• Visit a Maltese boutique winery
• Admire Taormina’s ancient theater

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Valletta / Zagreb

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Embark on a 15-day cruise from Valletta to Croatia, exploring the Adriatic and Ionian seas with stops at historical cities like Split and Dubrovnik. Experience rich culture, ancient sites, and the Mediterranean lifestyle through vibrant towns and culinary traditions.

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from $13,995

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European Coastal Cruise: Portugal, Spain and France

Porto to London - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Savor Galician cuisine, folklore
• Tour Guggenheim in Bilbao
• Discover Bordeaux’s wine country
• Visit Mont Saint-Michel

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Porto / London

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Join a 10-day European coastal cruise from Porto to London aboard Le Champlain, exploring the scenic shores of Portugal, Spain, and France. Immerse yourself in local culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks along the Atlantic shore.

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from $15,995

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Italy Cruise: Hidden Treasures from Florence to Venice

Florence -Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Discover Renaissance Florence
• Explore ancient Roman ruins
• Savor Corsican old towns
• Taste Sardinian wine culture

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Florence / Venice

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Uncover hidden Mediterranean treasures on a 12-day luxury cruise aboard Le Dumont d’Urville, visiting Italy, France, and Corsica. Begin in Florence, explore Rome, Sardinia, Sicily, and Bonifacio along the way, and conclude in Venice with exclusive, expert-led experiences throughout.

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from $14,895

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Cruising the Greek Isles

Roundtrip Athens - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore ancient Greek ruins
• Visit Crete's Knossos Palace
• Experience Santorini wine and hike
• Wander in Patmos villages

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Athens / Athens

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Cooking Classes

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Sail through Greece on a 12-day luxury cruise aboard Le Dumont d’Urville, from ancient Athens to sun-soaked islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Patmos. Explore iconic ruins, whitewashed villages, and hidden gems with guided tours, hands-on culinary experiences, and exclusive cultural encounters that reveal the true heart of the Greek Isles.

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from $12,495

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Adriatic Voyage: Croatia, Montenegro and Greece

Split to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore ancient Split ruins
• Cruise scenic Kotor Bay
• Visit underground lake Cephalonia
• Transit historic Corinth Canal

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Venice / Athens

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Kayaking

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Variable

Sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day Adriatic voyage aboard Le Dumont d’Urville. Explore ancient ruins, charming coastal towns, and scenic islands, with plenty of enriching excursions and unforgettable views.

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from $6,299

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Enchanting Christmas & New Year's

Passau to Budapest - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

• Fancy a Artstetten Castle reception
• Spend Christmas Day in Salzburg
• Discover the delicacies of Slovakia
• Enjoy a Mozart and Strauss concert
• Warm up with mulled wine tasting

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Passau / Budapest

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Embark on a captivating 11-day Christmas & New Year's river cruise from Passau to Budapest aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Explore historic Grein, Melk Abbey’s baroque treasures, and the storybook village of Dürnstein. Savor wine tastings, festive Christmas markets, and evening concerts featuring Mozart and Strauss.

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