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Jardins de Luxembourg, Paris
from $5,529
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Impressions of the Seine & Paris

14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadante
Starts / Ends
Paris' Seine River / Paris
Activity Level
Variable
Rendezvous in Paris, the world's most romantic city, before embarking on a 14-day voyage on the MS Amadante on the Seine. Admire the world-famous Eiffel Tower, marvel at Claude Monet's stunning gardens, tour Rouen's Notre Dame Cathedral, and explore the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.
  • Explore onet’s gardens in Giverny
  • Discover Château d’Ambleville
  • Visit Château de Harcourt Arboretum
  • Enjoy Normandy’s beaches
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Coast of Ortigia island at city of Syracuse
from $6,690
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Ancient Jewels of the Mediterranean

Valletta - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
Starts / Ends
Valletta / Athens
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Ancient Jewels of the Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville! Explore Malta's coast and Greece's treasures. Discover Syracuse's puppetry, Paros' villages, and Taormina's ancient theatre. Experience Gallipoli, Galaxidi, Hydra, and Paros.
  • Meet a famous puppeteer in Syracuse
  • Immerse in Southern Italy
  • Wander through the ancient streets
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Coast of Ortigia island at city of Syracuse
from $5,510
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Ancient Jewels of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
Starts / Ends
Athens / Valletta
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure on L’Austral from Athens to the Maltese coast. Enjoy excursions at each port, including visits to Hydra's monuments, Paros, and Galaxidi. In southern Italy, discover Gallipoli's Greek heritage, Taormina's ancient theatre, and Ortygia's historic streets. The cruise concludes in Valletta, the capital of Malta.
  • Meet a famous puppeteer in Syracuse
  • Discover Southern Italy's history
  • Cross the Corinth Canal to Galaxidi
  • Explore Paros and its white marbles
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $4,450
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North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the Arctic wonders of North Spitsbergen on the Basecamp cruise. Hike, snowshoe, kayak, and capture the beauty of polar wildlife and landscapes.
  • Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s town
  • Cruise along Monaco Glacier
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research station
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Full solar eclipse over mountains and sea
from $24,295
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Jewels of the Arctic: Greenland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities
Photography Seminars, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to experience the stunning polar north, from Svalbard’s cliffs filled with seabirds to polar bears on ice. Witness the total solar eclipse in Greenland and seek Arctic wildlife among breathtaking landscapes.
  • Witness the solar eclipse
  • Encounter Svalbard wildlife
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Experience Greenland’s wildlife
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Piazza Navona, Rome, Italy
from $3,450
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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia

12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
Starts / Ends
Civitavecchia / Venice
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Star Flyer, cruising through Italy, Montenegro, and Croatia. Experience historic ports, Mediterranean cuisine, and scenic beauty while enjoying the comfort of a traditional sailing ship.
  • Explore the Sistine Chapel
  • Visit the medieval city of Kotor
  • Cruise through Venice's canals
  • Discover Amalfi's majestic Duomo
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
from $3,750
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Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail - Incl. Bus back up

7 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Egilsstaðir
Activities
Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 7-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn. Experience the stunning landscapes of northern and eastern Iceland, featuring picturesque villages, spectacular coastlines, majestic fjords, cascading waterfalls, and geothermal wonders. Immerse yourself in the heart of nature, surrounded by breathtaking scenery, and enjoy various outdoor activities, including trail hiking through the rugged highlands.
  • Explore East Iceland
  • Experience Northeast Iceland
  • Discover Húsavík and Whales
  • Explore the Arctic Circle
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Sunset over Athens' port
from $2,300
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Delightful Dervishes

Greece - Turkey - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
Starts / Ends
Piraeus / Istanbul
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the beauty of the Eastern Mediterranean on this 8-day cruise from Athens to Istanbul with the Star Clipper. Explore the Greek Island's rocky hills, lovely beaches, center markets, and seaside towns and discover the historical origin of the islands' traditions, culture, and architecture.
  • Explore Mykonos
  • Discover Patmos and Chios
  • Enjoy Dikili beach town
  • Stroll Bozcaada cobbled street
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The famous windmills of Mykonos
from $2,300
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Northern Cyclades

Roundtrip Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
Starts / Ends
Piraeus / Piraeus
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Clipper, exploring the Aegean from Athens to stunning destinations like Ephesus, Patmos, Mykonos, and Spetses. Enjoy a perfect blend of iconic sites, cultural experiences, and relaxation before disembarking in Athens.
  • Explore Athens’ Agora
  • Visit Kusadasi seaside markets
  • Discover sacred Patmos
  • Stroll Mykonos harbor
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Colorful traditional fishing boats in Greece
from $2,300
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Sporades Highlights

Piraeus roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
Starts / Ends
Piraeus / Piraeus
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Sporades Highlights Mediterranean cruise aboard Star Clipper, exploring the coasts of Greece and Turkey. Visit Dikili, Myrina Limnos, Skiathos, Skopelos, Poros, and more, indulging in ancient ruins, shopping, and relaxing in the Aegean sun. A unique and unforgettable experience awaits you.
  • Explore the birthplace of democracy
  • See the Acropolis nearby Dikkili
  • Walk around Skiathos and shop
  • Visit the naval academy in Poros
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
from $24,972
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard (Southbound)

Southbound - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Bergen
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Resolution, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.
  • Spot wildlife exploring Svalbard
  • Visit Lofoten’s scenic villages
  • Hike Norway’s dramatic fjords
  • See glaciers in Nordfjord valley
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $7,795
EBD 15
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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen on the Sea Spirit, exploring Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle's volcanic landscapes and Svalbard's pristine wilderness with expert-led excursions and breathtaking scenery.
  • Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
  • Sail from Leith’s historic port
  • Walk Torshavn’s colorful streets
  • Cruise past Svalbard’s icy fjords
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Bearded Seal
from $11,249
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Spectacular Svalbard & Greenland

Reykjavik - Edinburgh - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Edinburgh
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture. This Arctic voyage begins in Reykjavik, Iceland, and takes you on an unforgettable journey through the wild landscapes and rich histories of remote islands and fjords.
  • Explore Reykjavik’s heritage
  • Discover Flatey’s wildlife
  • Marvel Akureyri’s snowy landscapes
  • Sail Jan Mayen’s volcanic solitude
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kittiwakes
from $5,600
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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Birding Special

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set off on an 11-day Arctic adventure on Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s remote landscapes and explore whaling stations, glaciers, and tundra with wildlife like polar bears and reindeer. Sail fjords, hike bird cliffs, and return to Longyearbyen.
  • Explore historic whaling sites
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore Raudfjorden
  • Sail through Magdalenafjorden
  • Visit Ny Alesund
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Discover the multicultural hub of Cadiz
from $14,495
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Madrid to Marrakech: An Atlantic Adventure

Madrid - Marrakech - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
Starts / Ends
Madrid / Marrakesh
Activities
Wine Tasting, Cooking Classes, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise from Madrid to Marrakech aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Spain's coastal gems and Portugal's rich heritage. Journey through historic maritime routes, from Santiago de Compostela to Tangier, before concluding in Marrakech's vibrant heart of Berber culture.
  • Explore Madrid’s Royal Palace
  • Visit Burgos Cathedral’s splendor
  • Discover Vigo’s vibrant harbor
  • Taste Lisbon’s specialties
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Explore the beautiful Azores
from $9,095
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Islands of the Azores: Basalt Peaks to Volcanic Vineyards

Roundtrip Azores, Portugal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
Starts / Ends
Sao Miguel / Sao Miguel
Activities
Whale Watching, Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Azores on an 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Orion, sailing roundtrip from Sao Miguel. Hike volcanic trails, kayak scenic coastlines, and spot whales during migration season. Visit historic villages, relax in hot springs, and enjoy local cuisine. Experience Azorean culture and sustainability in this Atlantic adventure.
  • Join hikes and explore Portugal
  • Explore coastlines while kayaking
  • Witness whales on the Atlantic
  • Discover Azorean local traditions
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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
from $11,699
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Northern Isles: Iceland, Faroe Islands & Scotland

Reykjavik - Greenwich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Kirkwall
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, exploring Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, the Faroe Islands, Shetland, and Orkney, with highlights like Dynjandi Waterfall, birdwatching on Grimsey, and historic sites in Torshavn and Lerwick.
  • Explore Reykjavik vibrant heritage
  • Discover Grundarfjordur's landscape
  • Experience Flatey's serene nature
  • Enjoy Husavik's lively marine life
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $19,500
2for1
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Wonders of the High Arctic: Greenland & Iceland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition centered around the Solar Eclipse. Start in Oslo and sail aboard Scenic Eclipse to Norway’s Svalbard Archipelago, surrounded by pristine wilderness, glaciers, fjords, and wildlife. Continue to Greenland's remote east coast, then cruise through Iceland’s volcanic and icy terrain.
  • Witness total solar eclipse
  • Explore the Arctic wilderness
  • Explore the east coast of Greenland
  • Explore Enjoy the rich culture
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