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Turquoise waters surrounding the islands
from $7,550
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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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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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Saint Malo
from $9,380
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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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The dramatic coastline of the Shetland Islands
from $9,770
No SS
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The Wild Archipelagos of the North Atlantic

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Glasgow city exploration
  • Observe Shiant Islands wildlife
  • Visit Foula remote landscapes
  • Heimaey volcano visit
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark from Glasgow on an 11-day cruise aboard L'Austral to explore Scotland’s dramatic lochs, the Shiant and Outer Hebrides islands, remote Shetlands, Faroe Islands’ cliffs and villages, and Iceland’s fjords and volcanic landscapes. Hike, spot wildlife, and explore ancient sites along the route.
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Relax in beautiful Porto
from $7,660
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Cruising Europe's Western Shores – with Smithsonian Journeys

Lisbon to London - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Visit Lisbon’s Belem monument
  • Discover Normandy history
  • Walk at Santiago de Compostela
  • See La Coruña lighthouse
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Lisbon / London
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day Europe's Western Shores cruise from Lisbon to London aboard Le Bellot. Explore Porto, Vigo, Santiago de Compostela, La Coruña, Bilbao, Saint-Malo, and Caen, with enriching cultural visits, UNESCO landmarks, and refined onboard experiences between ports.
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Discover beautiful Symi island
from $6,870
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Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean – with Smithsonian Journeys

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Athens Acropolis landmarks
  • Visit Patmos monastery heritage
  • Discover colorful Symi harbor
  • Discover lively Mykonos streets
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Athens / Hermes Hotel - Athens
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Variable
Discover Greece on an 8-day voyage aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Athens, Patmos, Symi, Amorgos, Milos, Delos, Mykonos, and Nafplion. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, charming villages, volcanic coastlines, and crystal-clear coves. Sail through the Santorini Caldera, walk historic streets, and experience authentic Greek island culture.
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Total solar eclipse
from $9,040
Kids Free
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Total Solar Eclipse between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic

Lisbon Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Lisbon UNESCO landmarks
  • Visit Malaga historic attractions
  • Explore Marbella's old town
  • Visit Figueira da Foz beaches
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Lisbon / Lisbon
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
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Variable
Sail aboard Le Laperouse from Lisbon through Spain and Portugal on an 8-day cruise. Witness a total solar eclipse at sea, then explore Malaga, Marbella, Cadiz, Portimao, and Figueira da Foz before returning to Lisbon. Discover historic landmarks, coastal towns, and scenic waterfronts along the journey.
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Explore the ancient Acropolis
from $9,070
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The Greek islands with Nemanja Radulovic and friends

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Ancient Philippi
  • Discover Thessaloniki’s Heritage
  • Walk Volos' Traditional Villages
  • See Monasteries of Athos
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Athens / Athens
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Sail on an 8-day round-trip cruise from Athens aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring northern Greece. Visit Skiathos, Volos, Thessaloniki, Mount Athos, Kavala, Limnos, and Hydra. Discover UNESCO sites, historic towns, and coastal trails. Highlights include Byzantine churches, ancient ruins, and local cuisine along the Aegean coast.
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Polar bear and cub
from $21,500
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Svalbard Circumnavigation Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Freya
  • Visit Ny-Alesund Station
  • Explore Kongsfjorden Glaciers
  • Discover Smeerenburg Settlement
  • Search Ice Edge Wildlife
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Whale Watching
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Variable
Sail 12 days from Longyearbyen aboard MV Freya. Visit Poolepynten, Ny-Alesund, Kongsfjorden, Smeerenburg, and Hornsund. Cruise glaciers, sail the ice edge, and observe wildlife including walruses, whales, seabirds, and polar bears across Svalbard.
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Explore colorful Nice
from $5,750
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Southern France and the Italian Riviera – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona to Livorno - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Cinque Terre gateway
  • Discover Livorno’s canals and forts
  • Explore Porto Venere coastline
  • Stroll Nice waterfront promenade
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Barcelona / Livorno
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Variable
Discover Italy, France, and Spain on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Boreal. Travel from Barcelona to Livorno, calling at Sete, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, and Porto Venere. Explore medieval towns, Riviera ports, Tuscany landmarks, coastal villages, and cultural treasures across the Mediterranean.
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Explore the beautiful walkways of Santorini
from $21,030
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean: with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Smithsonian Journeys Cruise
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Sail the Santorini Caldera
  • Explore Mykonos
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Aegean cruise from Athens, exploring ancient ruins, charming islands, and vibrant modern life. Visit Patmos, Rhodes, Crete's Heraklion and Knossos, Amorgos' traditional villages, Delos' sacred ruins, Mykonos' chic resorts, and Nafplion's Mycenae and Epidaurus before returning to Athens.
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The city of Bonifacio is built on stunning seaside cliffs along the riviera
from $6,720
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Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Visit Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Site
  • Explore Carcassonne medieval charm
  • Visit Porto Venere pastel coast
  • Stroll Nice scenic promenade
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Barcelona / Civitavecchia
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Variable
Explore the French and Italian Rivieras on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Visit UNESCO sites and cultural landmarks in Port Vendres, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, Porto Venere, and Livorno. Enjoy expert-guided excursions from Carcassonne’s medieval fortress to Pisa’s Leaning Tower, experiencing the art, history, and coastal landscapes of the Mediterranean.
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Polar bear and cub
from $9,895
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Svalbard in Summer: Tundra, Whales and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Cruise Arctic Fjords
  • Spot Polar Bears
  • Discover Seabird Cliffs
  • Explore Hornsund Glacier
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Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities
Photography Seminars, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day Arctic adventure from Helsinki, Finland to Svalbard aboard Ultramarine. Experience stunning fjords, towering glaciers, and thriving wildlife under the Midnight Sun. Discover seabird cliffs, walruses, and reindeer while exploring the pristine wilderness of Hornsund, Isfjorden, and Krossfjorden before returning to Helsinki.
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