Europe Culture Tours

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Champlain, exploring historic towns, iconic capitals, and stunning landscapes. Highlights include Gdansk’s amber charm, Stockholm’s ABBA legacy, Tallinn’s medieval allure, and Helsinki’s Art Nouveau beauty, with curated excursions at every port.

Explore a 9-day cruise from Venice to Athens aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Hvar, Split, Ploce, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Saranda, Itea, and the Corinth Canal. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient cities, historic monuments, local traditions, regional cuisine, and coastal landscapes across Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Visit museums.

Set sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Explore Venice’s canals, Diocletian’s Palace in Split, the Stari Grad plains on Hvar, Dubrovnik’s ancient walls, Kotor’s medieval streets, Saranda’s Ionian harbor, and Delphi’s UNESCO Sanctuary.

Experience an 11-day cruise aboard the Scenic Gem, sailing the Seine and exploring Normandy's historical sites, including Joan of Arc landmarks and World War memorials. Enjoy charming villages' regional tastings, and conclude in Paris's vibrant culture and architecture.

This 9-day Southern France and Italian Riviera cruise with Smithsonian Journeys sails from Barcelona to Civitavecchia on the Le Champlain. Explore the rich history and culture of the fabled lands on the northern shores of the Mediterranean Sea.

Embark in Valletta for a 10-day Mediterranean cruise to Sicily and southern Italy aboard Le Boreal. Explore Syracuse, Palermo, Lipari, Taormina, and Pompeii. Visit temples, amphitheaters, cathedrals, and volcanic sites. Enjoy views of Stromboli and Etna, then return to Malta aboard a luxury ship with cultural programming and refined comfort.

Set sail on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Athens aboard the Emerald Azzurra, exploring historical sites like Delphi and the island of Lefkada. Your adventure continues through Albania and Montenegro, concluding in the stunning fortified city of Dubrovnik, Croatia.

Experience an 8-day cruise along the Croatian Riviera on the Emerald Azzurra, starting in historic Dubrovnik and visiting Split, Zadar, and the stylish resort town of Opatija. Cross into Slovenia to explore the charming coastal town of Piran before ending your journey in Venice, where you can navigate its iconic canals and bridges.

Experience an 11-day cruise on the Scenic Amber, journeying from Prague to Budapest. Discover the stunning Gothic architecture, historic sites, and festive markets while savoring local delicacies.

Experience the Danube Holiday Markets on this 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Passau aboard the S.S. Maria Theresa. Music lovers enjoy special holiday treats, from onboard caroling to an exclusive organ recital. Shoppers delight in picking out unique gifts at Christmas markets in Budapest, Bratislava, Vienna, Melk, Salzburg, and Passau.

Immerse yourself in authentic Lisbon before heading to the Douro aboard Emerald Radiance. Leaving the metropolis of Porto behind, navigate a path through Portugal’s countryside, where vineyards and landmarks await. Viticulture in Pinhão, UNESCO Heritage sites in Salamanca, and canoeing experiences in Pocinho provide a new perspective on the Douro.

Embark on a 15-day cruise along Europe's historic Rhine, Main, and Danube rivers, exploring charming towns, vineyards, and WWII sites aboard Scenic Jasper. Enjoy local cuisine, classical concerts in historic venues, and authentic interactions with residents for an immersive experience.