Europe Archaeological Tours Cruises

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Vineyards, Chateaux & Bordeaux

Basel to Bordeaux - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II

• Sail the Rhine Gorge
• Discover Strasbourg & Heidelberg
• Explore Paris
• Explore Bordeaux vineyards & wines
• See Amsterdam golden age canals

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Basel / Bordeaux

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Experience a 22-day voyage aboard Avalon Artistry II, cruising Europe’s legendary rivers through Switzerland, France, Germany, the Netherlands, and Bordeaux. From the Rhine Gorge’s castles to Paris’s cultural treasures and Bordeaux’s famed vineyards, immerse yourself in guided tours, wine tastings, and châteaux visits.

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from $4,999

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Grand European Tour: Budapest to Amsterdam

Budapest to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Discover Europe’s castles & culture
• Visit St. Stephen’s Cathedral
• See St. Peter’s Cathedral
• Learn Wertheim's tradition

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Budapest / Amsterdam

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Join this 15-day Grand European Tour from Amsterdam to Budapest. Explore the beauty, nature, and architecture of Netherlands, Germany, Austria, and Hungary while sailing along the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers.

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from $9,499

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Picturesque Peaks & Fjords

Roundtrip London - 15 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Late-night stay in London
• Cruise Norway’s Sognefjord
• Ride the Flam Railway
• Explore Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf
• Visit Olden and Briksdal Glacier
• Visit the Reine, Lofoten

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London / London

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Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits

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Set sail on a 15-day Picturesque Peaks & Fjords cruise aboard the World Voyager roundtrip from London. Visit Norway’s scenic highlights including Sognefjord, Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf, Olden’s Briksdal Glacier, and Alesund. Stay overnight in Reine, explore the Lofoten Islands, and discover Rosendal on Hardangerfjord before returning to London.

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from $5,999

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Portugal, Spain & the Douro River Valley

Porto to Lisbon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Sao Gabriel

• Tour Douro wine estates
• Explore Castelo Rodrigo village
• Visit prehistoric rock carvings
• Discover Salamanca’s old university

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Porto / Lisbon

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Explore the Douro Valley and Lisbon on an 11-day river cruise from Porto aboard the S.S. Sao Gabriel. Visit wine estates, hilltop castles, and historic cities like Salamanca and Braga. Choose from hiking tours, scenic drives, and cultural walking excursions. Conclude with two days in Lisbon, Portugal’s capital rich in history and character.

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from $4,699

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria

• Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
• Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
• Visit the Marksburg Castle
• Walk through Strasbourg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans.

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from $4,699

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel to Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth

• Explore Breisach wine region
• Discover Speyer Cathedral views
• Taste wines at Vollrads
• Tour Cologne’s Old Town

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Basel / Amsterdam

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During this 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the S.S. Elisabeth, cruise from Basel to Amsterdam, visiting Breisach, Strasbourg, Speyer, Rüdesheim, Koblenz, and Cologne. Enjoy guided tours, wine tastings, scenic cruising, and cultural experiences across Switzerland, France, and Germany in 8 unforgettable days.

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from $5,199

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Douro River Valley

Roundtrip Porto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Sao Gabriel

• Wander Salamanca's ancient streets
• Tour Braga's rich history
• Visit Douro Museum
• Tour Porto’s Ribeira

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Porto / Porto

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Set sail on a captivating 8-day Douro River Valley Cruise, roundtrip from Porto aboard the S.S. Sao Gabriel. Wander through the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley and learn the art of Port making at a historic Quinta. Visit medieval castles and quaint villages like Castelo Rodrigo, where history and breathtaking views merge.

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from $4,999

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Classic Christmas Markets

Nuremberg to Frankfurt - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S Elisabeth

• Start cruise in Nuremberg
• Explore Rothenburg's market
• Taste Frankfurt’s Christmas treats
• Enjoy guided walking tours

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Nuremberg / Frankfurt

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Christmas Market Visits

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During this 8-Day main river cruise aboard S.S Elisabeth, Celebrate the holidays on a festive Christmas Market from Nuremberg to Frankfurt. Discover traditional markets, sample local holiday treats, and experience celebrations on a luxurious holiday-season voyage.

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from $4,399

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Belgian Holiday Markets

Brussels Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria

• Tour Bruges with guide
• Stroll Ghent Christmas market
• See Valkenburg’s festive caves
• Enjoy Maastricht Christmas lights

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Brussels / Brussels

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Celebrate the holiday season on an 8-day Belgian Holiday Markets river cruise round-trip from Brussels aboard S.S. Victoria. Explore iconic Christmas markets in Bruges, Ghent, Antwerp, Maastricht, and beyond. Savor Belgian chocolates, admire the medieval architecture, and experience festive towns aglow with seasonal lights.

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from $7,499

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Ionian and Adriatic Allure

Valletta to Dubrovnik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

• Visit Capo Colonna temples
• Hike to San Giovanni Fortress
• Visit Split's palace and old town
• Discover Baroque architecture

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Valletta / Dubrovnik

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Snorkeling, Kayaking

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Explore Mediterranean treasures on this 11-day cruise aboard World Traveller through Italy, Greece, Montenegro, and Croatia. Discover ancient ruins in Syracuse, coastal charm in Fiskardo, Venetian wonders in Split, and historic Dubrovnik. Start in Malta and finish in Croatia, with immersive experiences in every port.

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from $7,299

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Grand Highlights of Italy & Slovenia

Ljubljana to Rome - 14 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. La Venezia

• Explore Lake Bled from Ljubljana
• Visit Doge’s Palace
• Tour the Vatican City
• Taste Chioggia Wines

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Ljubljana / Rome

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Discover Slovenia and Italy on a 14-day cruise from Ljubljana to Rome aboard S.S. La Venezia. Visit Lake Bled, Venice’s Doge’s Palace, Chioggia’s markets, and the ancient wonders of Rome. Savor regional wines, explore medieval towns, and enjoy private after-hours access to St. Mark’s Basilica.

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from $3,699

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Delightful Danube

Budapest to Regensburg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Beatrice

• Explore Budapest’s Jewish Quarter
• Walk Vienna’s Historic Streets
• Visit Wachau Saffron Farm
• Bike from Engelhartszell to Passau

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Budapest / Regensburg

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Sail the Danube River on an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Regensburg aboard S.S. Beatrice. Discover the charm of Central Europe through walking tours, Jewish heritage excursions, gourmet tastings, and castle visits. Explore Vienna, Durnstein, Passau, & Regensburg while enjoying local culture, historic architecture, & scenic riverside landscapes.

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from $5,199

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Magical Parisian Holiday

Paris Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre

• Tour Versailles royal apartments
• Visit Paris Christmas markets
• Walk medieval Rouen streets
• Explore Chateau Bizy

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Paris / Paris

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Embark on an 8-day Seine River cruise from Paris aboard S.S. Joie de Vivre. Explore historic sites in Rouen, Fecamp, and Vernon, tour Versailles, enjoy tastings at a Normandy cider farm, and browse festive Christmas markets in Paris and Rouen. Includes private chateau visits and cultural excursions.

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from $6,299

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Rome, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto

Venice to Rome - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. La Venezia

• Explore Doge’s Palace
• Stroll Burano and Mazzorbo
• Tour Ancient Rome
• Visit St. Mark’s Basilica

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Venice / Rome

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Sail from Venice to Rome on an 11-day cruise aboard the S.S. La Venezia. Experience early access to St. Mark’s Basilica, Vicenza’s Teatro Olimpico, Murano’s glassblowers, and Rome’s ancient wonders. Explore Chioggia, Burano, and Padua while enjoying unforgettable cultural, historical, and culinary moments.

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from $3,599

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Enchanting Danube

Budapest to Passau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Maria Theresa

• Kunstkammer Vienna Private Viewing
• 4 UNESCO World Heritage sites
• Private Mozart and Strauss concert
• Visit the Melk Abbey
• Explore Dürnstein wine village

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Budapest / Passau

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Embark on a captivating 8-day Enchanting Danube Cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Visit Bratislava to explore historic squares or hike to the castle. Discover the scenic Wachau Valley with wine tastings, saffron talks, or bike rides between Dürnstein and Melk. Savor local flavors and learn history at every stop.

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from $4,799

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Slovenia, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto

Ljubljana to Venice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. La Venezia

• Visit Doge’s Palace early
• Walk Ljubljana's historic center
• Discover scenic Lake Bled
• Watch Murano glassblowing live

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Ljubljana / Venice

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Sail from Ljubljana to Venice on an 11-day Slovenia, Venice & the Jewels of Veneto river cruise aboard S.S. La Venezia. Visit Lake Bled, explore Postojna Caves and enjoy early access to St. Mark’s Basilica. Cruise through the Venetian Lagoon and discover vibrant Burano, Torcello, Chioggia, and Murano, plus historic cities like Padua and Vicenza.

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from $3,999

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Capital Cities of the Danube

Belgrade to Vienna - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Emilie

• Explore Belgrade’s landmarks
• Tour historic Novi Sad
• Stroll Bratislava’s historic center
• Sail along Vienna

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Belgrade / Vienna

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Urban Exploration, Small Ship Sailing

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During this 8-Day Capital Cities of the Danube aboard S.S. Emilie, Cruise along the Danube River from Belgrade to Vienna, discovering some of Europe’s most captivating cities. This journey offers a blend of history, modern life, and unforgettable landscapes, all experienced from the comfort of a boutique river cruise.

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from $8,150

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Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy

London to Paris - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II

• Explore Westminster Abbey
• Visit Stonehenge monument
• Explore Edinburgh Castle
• See Normandy Beaches

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London / Paris

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Village Visits, Biking, Hiking, Spa Relaxation, Land & Sea Exploration

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Discover Britain and France on a 16-day Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy cruise aboard Avalon Tapestry II. Explore London, Stonehenge, Bath, Edinburgh Castle, York, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Then sail the Seine from Paris to Normandy, visiting Monet’s Giverny, Rouen, Auvers-sur-Oise, and the historic Normandy beaches.

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