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Enjoy the beautiful blue waters of the Mediterranean
from $11,545
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Italian & Adriatic Icons: Rome to Dubrovnik

Civitavecchia - Dubrovnik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Discover Sorrento Mount Vesuvius
  • Explore Capri glamorous marina
  • Visit Lipari ancient castle
  • Experience Giardini Naxos beaches
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Civitavecchia / Dubrovnik
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Village Visits
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Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard the Emerald Kaia, exploring the Adriatic and Mediterranean seas. Departing from Civitavecchia, visit iconic destinations like the Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Malta, Greece, Montenegro, and Croatia before concluding in Dubrovnik.
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Sunset over Palermo
from $9,120
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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Valletta Barrakka Gardens
  • Discover Gozo temples of Ggantija
  • Tour Taormina Greco-Roman theater
  • See Cagliari old ramparts
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Valletta / Nice
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Experience a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring historic sites in Malta, Sicily, and Sardinia. Conclude your cruise in Nice after visiting picturesque landscapes and cultural landmarks throughout the region.
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Coast of Ortigia island at city of Syracuse
from $8,970
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Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys

Civitavecchia to Valletta - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Discover historic Gaeta
  • Explore historic Syracuse
  • Explore Valletta's landmarks
  • Visit vibrant Naples
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Civitavecchia / Valletta
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Variable
Discover Italy and Malta on this 9-day voyage aboard Le Laperouse. Sail from Civitavecchia near Rome to Valletta, visiting Gaeta, Naples, Salerno, Agropoli, Reggio di Calabria, Taormina, and Syracuse. This itinerary combines Italy's iconic coastal destinations, Sicily's rich heritage, and Malta's historic capital in one unforgettable cruise.
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Dettifoss, the most powerful waterfall in Europe
from $14,895
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Iceland Circumnavigation: Helicopters, Glaciers and Volcanoes

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Iceland’s remote Westfjords
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Discover Vatnajokull’s glaciers
  • Encounter Westman Islands wildlife
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Photography Seminars, Kayaking, Hiking, Helicopter Tours
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Icelandic voyage aboard Ultramarine, beginning and ending in Reykjavik. Explore the dramatic Westfjords, cross the Arctic Circle in Northern Iceland, and experience East Iceland’s majestic fjords. Visit the Westman Islands, see glaciers, volcanoes, and puffins, and witness the country’s incredible geological diversity.
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View on the Waterfalls of the seven sisters at Geiranger Fjord in the morning light
from $8,310
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Bergen’s historic streets
  • Explore Gothenburg’s culture
  • Visit Olden’s Briksdal Glacier
  • Wander Arendal’s coastal landscapes
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Bergen / Oslo
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Variable
Sail through Norway on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring breathtaking fjords, historic cities, and cultural landmarks. Encounter towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and charming Nordic villages while experiencing the best of Scandinavian nature and culture.
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Colorful sunset over Tallinn, Estonia
from $8,320
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Iconic Capitals & Towns of the Baltic

Helsinki to Copenhagen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Discover Tallinn medieval streets
  • Visit Saaremaa island castle
  • Explore Gotland UNESCO heritage
  • Enjoy Gdansk waterfront views
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
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Sail aboard Le Laperouse on a 9-day cruise through the Baltic Sea and visit Helsinki, Tallinn, Saaremaa, Stockholm, Visby, Gdansk, Gudhjem, and Copenhagen. Explore medieval towns, island landscapes, UNESCO heritage sites, historic landmarks, and vibrant waterfront districts.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $13,895
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Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife

Aberdeen, Scotland - Helsinki - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Orkney Neolithic Ruins
  • Cruise Norwegian Arctic Fjords
  • Discover Shetland Viking Sites
  • Observe Bear Island Birds
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
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Variable
Sail on 17 days aboard Ultramarine from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen. Explore Orkney and Shetland’s Neolithic ruins, Norwegian fjords, and Svalbard’s glaciers, ice, seabird colonies, and Arctic wildlife. Participate in Zodiac cruises, hikes, and cultural encounters while observing polar bears, walrus, whales, and Arctic birds in their natural habitats.
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St. Lawrence Fortress, Dubrovnik, Croatia.
from $12,985
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The Islands of Italy, Greece and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Dubrovnik - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Discover Ponza narrow streets
  • Tour Capri to wander the Piazzetta
  • Visit Lipari historic harbor
  • Walk Split Diocletian's Palace
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Civitavecchia / Dubrovnik
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Variable
Join a 9-day Mediterranean cruise on the Scenic Eclipse II, departing from Rome to explore stunning destinations like Capri, the Aeolian Islands, and Dubrovnik. Enjoy overnight port stays and guided excursions while sailing through breathtaking landscapes and rich history.
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Famed Pulpit Rock in Norway
from $9,810
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Alesund Art Nouveau streets
  • Cruise Geiranger UNESCO fjord
  • Witness the Seven Sisters waterfall
  • Explore Olden's churches
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Bergen / Gothenburg
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Variable
Explore Norway’s iconic fjords from Bergen to Fredrikstad on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Ålesund’s Art Nouveau, Geiranger’s UNESCO fjord, Olden’s glaciers, Lysefjorden’s cliffs, Stavanger’s Viking history, Arendal’s coast, and Gothenburg’s canals. Enjoy local culture, nature, and unforgettable views.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $10,110
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From Scotland to Spitsbergen

Glasgow to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore historic Glasgow landmarks
  • Visit sacred Iona Abbey
  • Discover ancient Callanish Stones
  • Experience Spitsbergen's Arctic wil
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Variable
Sail on a 14-day voyage from Glasgow, Scotland, to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, aboard Le Lyrial. Discover Iona Abbey, the Callanish Stones, Mousa Broch, Norway's Lofoten Islands, Tromsø, Bear Island, and the dramatic fjords and glaciers of southwest Spitsbergen while enjoying enriching days at sea.
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Sunset over Palermo
from $9,200
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Culture and islands of the Mediterranean

Tarragona to Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Tarragona’s Roman Heritage
  • Discover Mahon’s Menorcan Culture
  • Visit Ancient Carthage
  • Explore Sicily’s Historic Cities
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Tarragona / Valletta
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Spa Relaxation, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Explore a 12-day Mediterranean journey from Tarragona to Valletta aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Mahon, Cagliari, Tunis, Trapani, Palermo, Reggio di Calabria, Catania and Syracuse. Discover Roman, Phoenician, Greek, Arab, Norman and Baroque heritage across Spain, Tunisia and Italy, with a day at sea to enjoy onboard facilities and activities.
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Statues found on Delos Island
from $10,845
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Adriatic, Corinth Canal & the Greek Islands

Dubrovnik - Athens - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Dubrovnik Old Town
  • Visit Korcula medieval churches
  • Discover Kotor Venetian palaces
  • Tour Sarande ruins of Butrint
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Dubrovnik / Piraeus
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Dubrovnik aboard the Emerald Azzurra, exploring Montenegro's Kotor and Greece's vibrant islands like Corfu and Mykonos. Experience the stunning Corinth Canal before concluding your journey in historic Athens.
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