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View of Hvar harbor
from $1,495
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Dubrovnik to Split

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Elixir
  • See the Bisevo Blue Cave
  • Explore the Island of Vis
  • Walk around Mljet National Park
  • Visit the city of Dubrovnik
  • Wander around Korčula
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Dubrovnik / Split
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Uncover the beauty of Croatia in style on an 8-day cruise onboard the M/S Elixir. The voyage from Dubrovnik to Split, and take in the stunning islands of Mljet, Vis, and Bol, with plenty of time to explore the national park, pristine beaches, and cobblestone lanes along the way. Discover hidden gems such as the Biševo Blue Cave, marvel at ancient medieval structures, and create lasting memories in Croatia!
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Dominican monastery in Bol on Brac Island
from $2,630
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One Way Wonders

Trogir - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Maritimo
  • Explore Dubrovnik’s medieval core
  • Admire Slano’s coastal serenity
  • Visit Mljet’s salt lakes
  • Discover Korcula’s Gothic charm
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Trogir / Dubrovnik
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Trogir to Dubrovnik aboard the Maritimo, exploring UNESCO towns and stunning islands like Hvar and Korcula. Enjoy local cuisine, guided tours, and optional excursions such as oyster tastings and Blue Cave visits.
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Korcula Island
from $2,270
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Dalmatian Paradise

Roundtrip Trogir - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Maritimo
  • Explore Trogir’s medieval streets
  • Stroll Korcula’s walled town
  • Visit Mljet’s salt lakes
  • Wander Bol’s waterfront promenade
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Trogir / Trogir
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Trogir along Croatia's stunning Dalmatian coast aboard the Maritimo, exploring historic islands like Brac, Hvar, and Korcula. Enjoy swim stops, guided tours of UNESCO towns, and authentic local cuisine for a perfect blend of culture and relaxation.
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $14,795
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Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

Aberdeen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Aberdeen's iconic landmarks
  • Discover Jarlshof's settlements
  • See Faroe Islands' landscapes
  • Marvel at Vatnajokull glaciers
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Aberdeen / Reykjavik
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Aberdeen's landmarks, birdwatch in Fair Isle, discover Jarlshof's archaeology, the Faroe Islands' landscapes, and Iceland's natural wonders.
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Cannes at sunset
from $4,220
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Grand Voyage: Malaga to Cannes

16 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Gaze upon Malaga's architecture
  • Explore luxurious Ibiza
  • Try your hand at sailing
  • Admire St. Tropez's famous beaches
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Malaga / Cannes
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Sail to an impressive collection of ports on this 16-day Grand Voyage, from the stunning Balearic Islands off Eastern Spain to quixotic tiny port towns along the Spanish and French Rivieras to the stylish and romantic city of Cannes. Relax aboard the Star Flyer and enjoy the life of a true sailor.
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Funchal, Madeira, Portugal
from $2,940
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Westbound Atlantic Ocean Crossing

Lisbon - Barbados - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Lisbon’s vibrant streets
  • Discover Portimão’s historic charm
  • Wander Funchal’s lush landscapes
  • Cruise Barbados’ stunning shores
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Lisbon / Bridgetown
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Sail across the Atlantic on this 16-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, blending culture and adventure. Discover Lisbon’s charm, Portimao’s historical treasures, Madeira’s vibrant nightlife, and Barbados’ stunning shores, with serene days at sea in between.
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Historical Shipyard in Turkey
from $4,140
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Grand Voyage: Athens to Athens

Roundtrip Piraeus - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Discover Mykonos’ harbor
  • Wander Dikili’s streets
  • Marvel at Istanbul’s skyline
  • Unwind in Skopelos sandy coves
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Piraeus / Piraeus
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer, exploring Greece and Turkey’s historic ports. Experience Athens, Mykonos, Istanbul, and picturesque islands while enjoying hands-on sailing and breathtaking coastlines.
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $44,720
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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Jan Mayen
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.
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Budapest, the capital city of Hungary
from $11,999
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Ultimate European Journey

Amsterdam - Bucharest - 24 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess
  • Visit to the Bamberg city on foot.
  • Tour the Nazi Party Rally Grounds.
  • Visit the beautiful Golubac castle
  • Visit to Dynasty Palace in Belgrade
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Amsterdam / Bucharest
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Embark on a 24-day cruise from Amsterdam to Bucharest aboard the River Duchess. Sail through eight nations, visit five capital cities, and explore UNESCO sites like Cologne Cathedral and the Rhine Valley.
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Saint Emilion views
from $14,290
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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
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
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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Explore Basel
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 $6,990
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Tour and explore by Zodiac craft
  • See countless spectacular fjords
  • View large numbers of seabirds
  • Search for polar bears and seals
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Start your adventure by exploring the High Arctic capital of Longyearbyen before cruising Svalbard for seven days. Depending on weather and ice conditions, potential landing sites include Prins Karls Forland, Danskøya, Hornsund, and numerous fantastic fjords. View charismatic Arctic wildlife and large numbers of nesting seabirds.
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Walruses lounging on ice in Svalbard
from $6,490
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Springtime in Svalbard

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Enjoy Alkhornet's birdlife
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Prins Karls Forland
  • Discover historic Danskøya
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Visit Svalbard on this 9-day Arctic cruise on the M/S Quest, when the midnight sun reigns supreme. During the month of May, Svalbard is characterized by a wonderful purity and offers breathtaking vistas. The fairy-tale winter landscape is dominated by sparkling ice formations, snow covered mountains, fjord ice, and pastel-colored skies.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $5,396
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • Taste Rüdesheim wines
  • Visit Strasbourg’s La Petite France
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Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Europe’s Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel for 10 days on Avalon Imagery II. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, Nijmegen’s Roman ruins, Cologne Cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, and the Black Forest with guided tours, tastings, and scenic walks.
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Explore beautiful Amsterdam
from $4,796
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The Netherlands in Bloom

Amsterdam Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • Tour Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • See Antwerp’s Cathedra Tour
  • See Kinderdijk’s historic windmills
  • Visit Keukenhof Garden
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Amsterdam / Amsterdam
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Biking
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Variable
Sail on a 10-day cruise aboard Avalon Panorama from Amsterdam through Holland and Belgium. Explore historic towns like Hoorn, Nijmegen, and Maastricht, tour Antwerp’s cathedral and diamond district, and visit iconic Dutch landmarks such as Kinderdijk and Keukenhof. Guided walking and biking excursions offer cultural, historical, and scenic experiences throughout.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $3,951
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
  • Bike ride in Cologne
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Taste Rüdesheim coffee
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Mainz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Budapest Cityscape
from $4,330
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The Blue Danube Discovery

Budapest to Nuremberg - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tranquility II
  • Join a guided tour of Vienna
  • Enjoy the flavors of Wachau Valley
  • Explore the city of Passau
  • See the architecture in Regensburg
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Budapest / Nuremberg
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Unravel the beauty of some of Europe’s timeless treasures on an 8-day cruise aboard Avalon Tranquility II. From Budapest’s gilded landmarks and Melk’s magnificent Benedictine Abbey to the Benedictine Monastery in Weltenburg and the medieval architecture of Nuremberg.
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Porto Cityscape, Portugal
from $4,130
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Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages along the Douro

Roundtrip Porto - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Alegria
  • Cruise the Douro River
  • Guided tours to Braga and Guimaraes
  • Explore Peso da Regua and Lamego
  • Kayak through Douro Valley
  • Conclude the trip in Porto
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Porto / Porto
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Vida Portugal cruise aboard Avalon Alegria. Begin and end in Porto, visiting historic towns like Salamanca, Lamego, and Amarante. Explore UNESCO sites, vineyards, artisan markets, and ancient villages.
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