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Ivory Gulls on the pristine snow
from $6,250
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South Spitsbergen Explorer - Bear Island - Diving

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Hornsund fjords
  • Uncove Bear Island cliffs
  • Search pack ice wildlife
  • Spot ivory gulls Agardhfjellet
  • Examine dinosaur tracks Boltodden
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Scuba Diving
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Variable
Explore the Arctic on a 10-day voyage aboard Ortelius around South Spitsbergen and Bear Island. Visit fjords, seabird cliffs, fossil sites, and tundra landscapes while watching for whales, seals, walruses, and polar bears.
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Back of a large bowhead whale on the surface of the Arctic Sea
from $6,000
$1000 TC
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North Spitsbergen Explorer – Into the Pack Ice – Polar Bear & Whale

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Longyearbyen town
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
  • Sail near Monaco Glacier and observ
  • Spot polar bears & whales
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day North Spitsbergen Expedition aboard the MV Plancius, sailing deep into the Arctic pack ice and remote northern Svalbard. Explore Longyearbyen, Raudfjord, and Monaco Glacier while watching for polar bears, walruses, whales, and seabirds in their natural Arctic habitat.
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Explore the quaint towns along the Croatian coast
from $4,740
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Venice to Venice

Venice Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Venice Landmarks
  • Visit Dubrovnik Old Town
  • Cruise Kotor Bay
  • Discover Korcula Island
Starts / Ends
Venice / Venice
Activities
Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail aboard Royal Clipper on a 15-day Venice roundtrip cruise through the Adriatic. Explore Kotor, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Trogir, and Rovinj. Discover coastal Italy and Croatia with medieval towns, island harbors, swim stops, and scenic sailing experiences.
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Spot whales in Arctic waters
from $8,350
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Around Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • See stark countryside plant species
  • Spot minke whales
  • Visit Alkhornet
  • Sail through Fuglefjorden
  • Whalers' tracks, Basque ovens
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through Svalbard on a 15-day voyage with the Rembrandt van Rijn, starting in Longyearbyen. Explore historic mining towns, spot Arctic wildlife, and sail through picturesque fjords. Highlights include the Svalbard Museum, Isfjorden, Trygghamna, and Bellsund, with opportunities to see minke whales, polar bears, and reindeer.
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Enjoy stunning views of the Mediterranean
from $4,560
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Spain, Morocco & Portugal

Nice - Lisbon - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore old Mediterranean ports
  • See scenic coastlines on the trip
  • Visit a number of iconic landmarks
  • Encounter Tangier's cultural fusion
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Nice / Lisbon
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Variable
Sail on a 14-day cruise through Spain, Morocco, and Portugal aboard the Royal Clipper. Explore Ajaccio, Mahon, and Ibiza before visiting Motril, a gateway to Granada’s Alhambra. Discover Malaga, Puerto Banus, and Gibraltar’s famous Rock. Stop in Tangier, Cadiz, and Portimao before a final day at sea, ending in Lisbon, a historical place to explore.
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Flateyjarkirkja church and couple of living houses with meadow in foreground and blue sky, Flatey, Iceland
from $4,500
Free ZB
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Northwest Iceland Explorer - Into the pack ice

Keflavik - Akureyri - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Discover Flatey’s charming village
  • Look for amazing Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Arnarstapi’s stunning cliffs
  • See Isafjordur’s eider farms
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Keflavik International Airport / Akureyri
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Keflavik to Akureyri aboard the MV Hondius. Step into the realm of Norse legends and rugged coastlines as you sail from Iceland, crossing the Arctic Circle and encountering sea ice where seals, whales, and perhaps a polar bear await.
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North Spitsbergen Polar Bear
from $4,500
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Wander Longyearbyen charming street
  • Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
  • Sail Isfjorden scenic waters
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring northern Spitsbergen’s stunning landscapes, from vast sea ice to dramatic coastlines. Enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, including whales and polar bears, scenic landings, and coastal hikes.
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Puffins on the Latrabjarg Cliffs
from $4,800
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Northwest Iceland Explorer - Into the Greenland Sea Ice

Keflavik - Akureyri - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Spot whales near Keflavik
  • Sail Iceland’s dramatic fjords
  • Encounter Greenland Sea Ice
  • Spot whales at sea
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Keflavik International Airport / Akureyri
Activity Level
Variable
On this 8-day Arctic voyage aboard MV Plancius, you sail from Iceland’s dramatic fjords in Keflavik, cross the Arctic Circle, encounter Greenland Sea Ice with opportunities to spot whales, seals, seabirds, and even polar bears before concluding in Akureyri.
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Stop in beautiful Vis
from $3,680
OBC
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Italy, Albania & Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Wander Monopoli’s whitewashed alley
  • Watch Stromboli’s active volcano
  • Discover Crotone’s Greek heritage
  • Explore Komiza’s fishing harbor
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring the Mediterranean and Adriatic Seas. Discover stunning destinations like Sicily, Albania, and the Croatian coast before concluding in Venice.
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Relax with a stunning view of Lisbon
from $3,680
SS 25%
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Malta to Lisbon

Valletta - Lisbon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Tour Valletta the walled city
  • View Palma’s Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Cartagena’s Roman Theater
  • See Malaga’s Alcazaba
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Valletta / Lisbon
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day Mediterranean cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, starting in Valletta and visiting places like Cagliari, Mahon, Palma de Mallorca, and Malaga. Explore historical sites like the Roman Theater in Cartagena and end your journey in Lisbon's Alfama quarter.
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The pastel houses of Ponza Town
from $3,320
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Rome to Athens

Civitavecchia - Piraeus - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Watch Stromboli’s active volcano
  • Discover Crotone’s Greek heritage
  • Wander Parga’s cobbled lanes
  • Visit Katakolon
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Civitavecchia / Piraeus
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Piraeus aboard the Royal Clipper, visiting stunning locations like the Pontine Islands, Lipari, Taormina, and the historic sites of Ancient Olympia. The journey also includes Pargа, Monemvasia, and concludes in Piraeus, granting access to Athens.
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Natural beauty of Ireland
from $5,950
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Around the Emerald Isle

Cork to Dublin - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Giant’s Causeway basalt formations
  • Observe Killybegs fishing port life
  • See Galway lively cultural streets
  • Visit Dingle cliffs and beaches
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Cork / Dublin
Activities
Village Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail along Ireland’s coastline from Cork to Dublin on an 8-day cruise aboard L'Austral and explore vibrant towns and scenic harbors. Visit Kinsale, Bantry, Dingle, Galway, Killybegs, and Portrush. Engage with local traditions, taste regional flavors, and explore iconic landmarks. . This cruise combines cultural discovery with coastal exploration.
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