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A postcard-perfect afternoon in Portofino
from $1,370
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Nice to Nice

Roundtrip Nice - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Discover Nice colored alleyways
  • Visit Portofino Piazzetta square
  • Admire Calvi landscape
  • Wander Menton streets
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Nice / Nice
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Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing
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Experience a 5-day Mediterranean cruise on the Star Clipper, exploring the scenic Riviera and visiting Portofino, Corsica, and Menton. Enjoy charming streets, stunning views, and relaxing on beautiful beaches before returning to Nice.
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Swim in the clear waters of the Mediterranean
from $1,330
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Nice to Nice

Roundtrip Nice - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Stroll Nice’s Promenade des Anglais
  • Admire Portofino’s pastel houses
  • Explore Porto Venere’s alleyways
  • Wander L'Ile Rousse’s old town
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Nice / Nice
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Experience a 5-day Mediterranean cruise from Nice on the Star Clipper, showcasing the French and Italian Rivieras and Corsica. Visit charming Portofino, explore UNESCO-listed Porto Venere, and relax in L'Ile Rousse, immersing in local culture and stunning scenery.
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Life in the slow lane at the Darsena Medicea
from $1,030
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Rome to Rome

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 4 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Tour Civitavecchia bustling harbor
  • Wander Bastia colored buildings
  • Explore Portoferraio local vineyard
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Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
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Set sail on a 4-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia aboard the Star Clipper, visiting Bastia in Corsica and Portoferraio in Italy. Explore charming streets, historic sites, and local vineyards before returning to Civitavecchia.
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A moment of tranquility on a canal
from $1,508
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An Enchanting Cruise: Exploring the Christmas Markets in Ghent and Bruges

Bruges to Ghent - 4 Day Itinerary aboard MS Raymonde
  • Bruges Christmas market tour
  • See Bourgogne des Flandres brewery
  • Medieval Bruges walking tour
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Bruges / Ghent
Activities
Urban Exploration, Christmas Market Visits
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Variable
Sail through Belgium’s festive season aboard a MS Raymonde. Explore Bruges’ and Ghent’s Christmas markets, sample Belgian specialties, tour a Flemish brewery, and cruise past scenic canals and medieval architecture. Enjoy guided tours, tastings, and the charm of Belgium’s holiday traditions.
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $14,795
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Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

Aberdeen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Aberdeen's iconic landmarks
  • Discover Jarlshof's settlements
  • See Faroe Islands' landscapes
  • Marvel at Vatnajokull glaciers
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Aberdeen / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Aberdeen's landmarks, birdwatch in Fair Isle, discover Jarlshof's archaeology, the Faroe Islands' landscapes, and Iceland's natural wonders.
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Gelato Shop
from $19,295
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Sailing 'The Med': A Mediterranean Feast

Valletta - Lisbon - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Wander Valletta Barrakka Gardens
  • Tour Agrigento ancient ruins
  • Taste Tangier street food
  • Sip Portuguese wines
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Valletta / Lisbon
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Wine Tasting
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Join an 18-day Mediterranean cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the culinary heritage from Malta and Sicily to Spain and Morocco. Discover local traditions, seafood delights, and vibrant markets while visiting charming villages and historic wineries.
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
from $13,995
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Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Spot puffins at Latrabjarg
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Cruise around Skjalfandi Bay
  • Visit Seydisfjordur’s timber houses
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Iceland's glaciers, volcanoes, and Westfjords. Visit Grimsey Island, Seydisfjordur, and Heimay with expert guides.
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Mont Saint-Michel, a small rocky island in Normandy
from $13,995
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European Coastal Cruise: Portugal, Spain and France

Porto to London - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Savor Galician cuisine, folklore
  • Tour Guggenheim in Bilbao
  • Discover Bordeaux’s wine country
  • Visit Mont Saint-Michel
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Porto / London
Activities
Festival Visits
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Variable
Join a 10-day European coastal cruise from Porto to London aboard Le Champlain, exploring the scenic shores of Portugal, Spain, and France. Immerse yourself in local culture, cuisine, and iconic landmarks along the Atlantic shore.
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Charming streets of Mykonos, Greece
from $14,895
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Cruising the Greek Isles

Roundtrip Athens - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore ancient Greek ruins
  • Visit Crete's Knossos Palace
  • Experience Santorini wine and hike
  • Wander in Patmos villages
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Cooking Classes
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Variable
Sail through Greece on a 12-day luxury cruise aboard Le Dumont d’Urville, from ancient Athens to sun-soaked islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Patmos. Explore iconic ruins, whitewashed villages, and hidden gems with guided tours, hands-on culinary experiences, and exclusive cultural encounters that reveal the true heart of the Greek Isles.
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A stunning fortified old town with massive stone walls overlooking the Adriatic Sea
from $12,495
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Adriatic Voyage: Croatia, Montenegro and Greece

Split to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore ancient Split ruins
  • Cruise scenic Kotor Bay
  • Visit underground lake Cephalonia
  • Transit historic Corinth Canal
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Venice / Athens
Activities
Kayaking, Biking
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Variable
Sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day Adriatic voyage aboard Le Dumont d’Urville. Explore ancient ruins, charming coastal towns, and scenic islands, with plenty of enriching excursions and unforgettable views.
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Embarking on a Svalbard cruise
from $6,290
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Lofoten, Bear Island & Svalbard

Bodø - Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Visit the fishing village of Reine
  • Cruise through Trollfjorden
  • See immense seabird colonies
  • View iconic Arctic wildlife
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Bodo / Longyearbyen
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Join this 11-day expedition cruise aboard M/S Quest to Lofoten, Bear Island, and Svalbard. It's a busy time of year for wildlife in northern Norway! On this journey see tens of thousands of seabirds, arctic foxes, and whales, and polar bears. Cruise along vast, glaciated archipelagos dominated by mountain ranges and magnificent wilderness.
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Mediterranean blue Dubrovnik from above
from $6,745
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Back to Summer on the Azure Adriatic

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • Explore Dubrovnik Old Town
  • Discover Hvar Venetian harbor
  • Walk Korcula medieval streets
  • Admire Trogir UNESCO architecture
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Dubrovnik / Venice
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Set sail for 8 days from Dubrovnik to Venice aboard Sea Cloud II, discovering the Adriatic’s historic cities, islands, and coastal beauty. Explore Dubrovnik’s Old Town, Hvar’s Venetian harbor, Korcula’s medieval streets, Trogir’s UNESCO architecture, Rovinj’s Istrian charm, and Venice’s Grand Canal and St. Mark’s Square.
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