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The night lights of Akureyri
from $6,640
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Cruise volcanic island of Surtsey
  • Visit Heimaey’s lava fields
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Experience Westfjords fishing herit
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Wildlife Viewing
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Set sail on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Reykjavik aboard L'Austral. Explore Iceland’s dramatic coastline, from the volcanic island of Surtsey to the puffin-covered cliffs of Grimsey. Visit Heimaey and learn about its volcanic past at the Eldheimar Museum. Cruise past Kirkjufell in Grundarfjordur and encounter Arctic wildlife along the way.
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Stroll through historic Dublin
from $14,995
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Ireland & Scotland: Saints, Saviours and Secrets

Dublin - Edinburgh - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Discover Ireland’s historic figures
  • Visit St Patrick’s grave
  • Visit Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
  • Learn Kilmainham Gaol's history
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Dublin / Edinburgh
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Sail through Ireland and Scotland on a 14-day cruise packed with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes aboard Douglas Mawson. Enjoy guided excursions and independent exploration in vibrant cities and remote landscapes.
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The famous windmills of Mykonos
from $13,995
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Sailing the Greek Islands

Roundtrip Athens - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Wander Athens’ ancient sites
  • Explore Mykonos’ vibrant culture
  • Tour Ephesus’ ancient ruins
  • Relax on Patmos beaches
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Athens / Piraeus
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson through Greece's stunning islands, experiencing vibrant villages and rich Mediterranean culture. Discover historical gems like Rhodes, Santorini, and Ephesus while starting your adventure in Athens.
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Wander through Rome
from $7,590
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From the City of Gods to the Eternal City

Athens - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore the Mediterranean
  • Explore notable stops
  • Explore southern Aegean Sea
  • Explore Civitavecchia
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Athens / Civitavecchia
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Join Le Bougainville on this 12-day journey from Athens to Civitavecchia, exploring the Mediterranean. Enjoy diverse experiences with included excursions at each port of call. Highlights include marveling at Taormina, exploring Chania, and visiting Phaestos Palace. Discover ancient cities, coastlines, and historical treasures.
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Eiffel Tower and the Seine River
from $16,155
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South of France with Highlights of Paris

Paris - Lyon - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Wander Paris’s grand boulevards
  • Marvel at Montmartre’s artistry
  • Savor Beaune’s Burgundy wines
  • Stroll Tournon’s cobbled lanes
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Paris / Lyon
Activities
Kayaking, Cooking Classes
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Variable
Take a 13-day cruise from Paris to Lyon on the Scenic Sapphire, discovering France's rich culture and cuisine. Enjoy two nights in Paris and explore enchanting towns, historic sites, and exclusive events, including music performances.
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View the colorful houses of Bergen
from $7,550
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.
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A market in Bryggen, Bergen, Norway
from $7,550
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.
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Evening lights of Marseille
from $13,595
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A Mediterranean Masterpiece

Barcelona - Rome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Stroll Nice’s Riviera promenades
  • Wander Port-Vendres’ streets
  • Discover Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia
  • Admire Cezanne’s landscapes
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Barcelona / Rome
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Variable
Join a 13-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson through Spain and Italy, starting in Barcelona with a Flamenco show and visiting landmarks like Gaudí's Sagrada Familia. Explore coastal towns and the French Riviera, and end in Rome, immersing in both countries' rich culture, art, and history.
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Seabirds flying over dramatic ocean island cliffs St Kilda
from $13,595
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites
  • Discover Troon’s charming coast
  • Marvel at Orkney’s ancient wonders
  • Visit St Kilda’s seabird colonies
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Edinburgh / Aberdeen
Activities
Photography Seminars, Whale Watching
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Edinburgh to Aberdeen aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Scotland's untamed islands. Discover the ancient Hebrides and lush Orkney Islands, encounter wildlife along scenic coastlines, and experience local culture in charming villages while enjoying Scotland's renowned whisky.
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Ancient theater of Taormina Sicily Italy with Etna erupting volcano at sunset
from $14,158
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The Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta

Roundtrip Malta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • Explore stunning UNESCO-listed site
  • Step into the history of Sicily
  • Discover the charm of ancient Erice
  • Savor the authentic Sicily flavors
  • Explore historic Taormina and Sirac
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Valletta / Valletta
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Embark on a 10-day Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta cruise, aboard Sea Cloud II. Explore ancient cities, UNESCO-listed temples, and landscapes shaped by the Romans, Greeks, and Carthaginians. Visit Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, the Ggantija Temples, and Valletta, stroll medieval Erice, and tour The Godfather’s Castello degli Schiavi.
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Torre de Belem, Lisbon
from $8,700
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Cruising Southern Spain and Portugal – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Lisbon - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Stroll Barcelona’s vibrant streets
  • Explore Palma’s idyllic coves
  • Discover Valencia’s architecture
  • Visit Ronda’s dramatic landscapes
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Barcelona / Lisbon
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring Spain and Portugal’s vibrant coasts from Barcelona to Lisbon. Highlights include Gaudi’s masterpieces in Barcelona, the Alhambra of Granada, and Lisbon’s UNESCO-listed Jeronimos Monastery, with stops in Mallorca, Malaga, Cadiz, and the Algarve’s stunning landscapes.
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Golden light along the cliffs of the Irish coast
from $7,070
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Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Glasgow - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore London’s vibrant landmarks
  • Visit Dover's iconic cliffs
  • Discover Cowes' scenic coast
  • Wander Canterbury Gothic cathedral
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London / Glasgow
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, exploring iconic landmarks, historic castles, and scenic coasts around the Irish Sea. Highlights include Dover Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, Tresco Gardens, and the Hebrides before ending near Glasgow.
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Explore the historic old town Koblenz
from $8,499
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Rhine, Moselle & Belgium Grand Discovery

Basel to Brussels - 15 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Hike Mount Rigi Trails
  • Taste Riesling in Rüdesheim
  • Discover Roman Trier Ruins
  • Tour Chocolate Nation Museum
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Basel / Brussels
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Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting, Hiking, Biking, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise from Basel to Brussels aboard S.S. Victoria. Visit historic towns, sample regional wines and cuisine, explore Roman ruins, and stroll charming old towns. Discover cultural landmarks in Strasbourg, Cologne, Luxembourg, Antwerp, and more on this immersive journey through Western Europe.
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from $9,540
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Culture and Islands of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit Menorca
  • Explore Sardinia
  • Discover Sicily
  • Experience Catania
  • Discover Syracuse
  • Discover Malta
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Barcelona / Valletta
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.
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Saint Malo
from $7,190
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London to Lisbon: Cruising Europe's Western Shores – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore London’s iconic landmarks
  • Discover Caen's historic castle
  • Visit Saint-Malo’s medieval citadel
  • Stroll through Lisbon’s Alfama
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London / Lisbon
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day Le Champlain cruise along France, Spain, and Portugal's coasts, starting in London and exploring historic sites like Caen's castle and Normandy's Omaha Beach. Visit Saint-Malo, Bilbao, A Coruña, Santiago de Compostela, Porto, and end in Lisbon, experiencing stunning architecture, rich history, and cultural landmarks.
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Visit Rome's famed Colosseum
from $12,795
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The Amalfi, Sicily and Malta: The Godfather

Rome - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Discover Rome’s imperial relics
  • Explore Gaeta’s medieval fortress
  • Wander Naples’ ancient streets
  • Marvel at Pompeii’s ruins
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Rome / Valletta
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Variable
Join this 12-day cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring Southern Italy, Sicily, and Malta's stunning history and culture. Experience the Amalfi Coast, ancient cities, and Malta's heritage while savoring local cuisine and vibrant Mediterranean life.
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Church of Panagia Evangelistria, Tinos Town, Tinos Island, Cyclades, Greece.
from $13,384
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Sailing the Greek Isles

Piraeus - Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • Explore sacred Delos ruins
  • Visit Amorgos cliffside monastery
  • Uncover Santorini Akrotiri ruins
  • Visit Tinos pilgrimage church
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Athens / Piraeus
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Sail the Greek Islands for 8 days aboard the Sea Cloud II, visiting Tinos, Amorgos, Santorini, Delos, and Sifnos with expert-led excursions. Explore historic sites, traditional villages, and ancient ruins while enjoying classic tall ship sailing and cultural insights along the way.
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Explore Cologne
from $11,590
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Splendours of Europe

Amsterdam - Budapest - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Admire Rhine Gorge castles
  • Tour Rudesheim’s music museum
  • Wander Miltenberg’s medieval street
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Amsterdam / Budapest
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Experience a 15-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Budapest on the Emerald Sun, visiting cities like Cologne, Vienna, and Bratislava. Enjoy guided tours, local encounters, and stunning sights along the Rhine, Main, and Danube Rivers, ending in Budapest.
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