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Cascading waterfalls of Skradinski Buk in Krka National Park
from $7,495
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Summer on Croatia's Wild Coast

Venice to Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • Sail through Venice's Grand Canal
  • Explore Rovinj's local cuisine
  • Visit Sibenik and Krka
  • Explore medieval Korcula
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Venice / Dubrovnik
Activities
Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
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Variable
Experience an 8-day Croatia cruise aboard Sea Cloud II, sailing from Venice to Dubrovnik. Visit Rovinj, Sibenik, Korcula, Hvar, and Vis, with highlights including the Krka waterfalls, full-sail cruising, and Dubrovnik's Old Town.
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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
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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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
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Venice / Venice
Activities
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
Activities
Hiking
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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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Total Solar Eclilpse
from $10,320
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A Solar Eclipse at Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Lisbon Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Discover Portimao and Algarve lands
  • Discover Marbella old town
  • Visit Ronda viewpoints
  • Witness a total solar eclipse
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Lisbon / Lisbon
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day voyage from Lisbon aboard Le Boreal, exploring Portimao, Marbella, Cadiz, and Figueira da Foz. You stroll historic towns, coastal cities, and Andalusian streets, then observe a total solar eclipse at sea under open skies, combining culture, science, and rare natural spectacle.
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Polar bears in the Arctic
from $7,750
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Exploring Svalbard Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Tour the North Pole Museum
  • Navigate Svalbard's glaciers
  • Spot polar bears on sea ice
  • Observe diverse Arctic wildlife
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Copenhagen / Copenhagen
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day Svalbard expedition cruise aboard the SH Vega, beginning with a pre-cruise stay in Copenhagen before flying to Longyearbyen to set sail. Discover towering glaciers, deep fjords, and Arctic wildlife including polar bears, walruses, and reindeer before returning to Copenhagen.
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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
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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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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
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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Explore the ancient ruins of Rome
from $3,740
SS 25%
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Rome to Athens

Civitavecchia - Piraeus - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Ponza pastel houses
  • Wander Amalfi grand Duomo
  • Discover Lipari Acropolis
  • Visit Syracuse Parco Archeologico
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Civitavecchia / Piraeus
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Star Clipper, visiting highlights like Amalfi's grand Duomo, the ancient ruins of Olympia, and the charming island of Sifnos. Conclude your journey in Piraeus, Athens' main port, after exploring stunning cliffs and historical sites along the way.
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