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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
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Urban Exploration
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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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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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Variable
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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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
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
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
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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Walruses coming ashore in the arctic
from $10,195
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Experience midnight sun’s glow
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.
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Total solar eclipse
from $8,720
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Total Solar Eclipse in the Mediterranean

Nice Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Stroll Palma de Mallorca
  • Experience solar eclipse event
  • Explore Marseille’s Old Port
  • Walk Bonifacio’s medieval streets
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Nice / Nice
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail aboard Le Boreal on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise featuring a rare total solar eclipse. Travel from Nice with stops in Corsica, Marseille, Barcelona, and Port-Vendres. Join astronomy experts for eclipse viewing and educational sessions.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $19,995
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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour with Paul Goldstein

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Hike historic Ytre Norskøya
  • Visit remote Kvitøya island
  • Spot whales near shelf edge
  • Explore Sjuøyane’s wild cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Svalbard’s Arctic landscapes on this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies, whaling sites, and bird cliffs. Cruise along glaciers, search the sea ice for polar bears, and take in the northernmost islands of Sjuøyane before returning to Longyearbyen.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $18,100
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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Search icy polar habitats
  • See Austfonna ice cap
  • Observe Alkefjellet bird cliff
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund station
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Svalbard on a 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen. Visit walrus colonies at Poolepynten, glaciers like Bråsvellbreen and Kronebreen, bird cliffs at Alkefjellet, and historical sites such as Sallyhamna and Hamburgbukta. Search for polar bears and wildlife along the ice edge.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $19,995
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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Hike historic Ytre Norskøya
  • Visit remote Kvitøya island
  • Spot whales near shelf edge
  • Explore Sjuøyane’s wild cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Village Visits, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Svalbard’s Arctic landscapes on this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies, whaling sites, and bird cliffs. Cruise along glaciers, search the sea ice for polar bears, and take in the northernmost islands of Sjuøyane before returning to Longyearbyen.
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Beautiful view from Trogir fortress, Croatia
from $9,080
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Artistic Adriatic with Pinault Collection

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Dubrovnik’s old town
  • Walk Trogir’s Roman streets
  • Visit Zadar’s Sea Organ
  • See Ravenna’s ancient mosaics
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Dubrovnik / Venice
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the Adriatic on this 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Venice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore UNESCO-listed cities, Roman ruins, coastal fortresses, and Byzantine mosaics in Croatia and Italy. Stops include Trogir, Zadar, Rijeka, and Ravenna, each offering a unique look into the region’s layered history and culture.
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