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Stroll the ancient walkways of Athens
from $5,999
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Ancient Mosaics

Athens to Naples - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Milos Sarakiniko beach views
  • Explore Ephesus ancient ruins
  • Capri Blue Grotto visit
  • Ionian Sea scenic cruising
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Piraeus / Naples
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Hiking
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Sail through Greece, Turkey, and Italy starting in Athens on a 9-day cruise aboard World Traveller. Discover historic landmarks, seaside villages, and local cuisine. Enjoy shore excursions, cultural sites, and coastal scenery that define this Mediterranean adventure.
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The night lights of Akureyri
from $6,999
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Land of Fire and Ice

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Grimsey Arctic Circle crossing
  • Akureyri botanical garden walk
  • Surtsey wildlife scenic sailing
  • Heimaey volcanic island exploration
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Explore Iceland on an 8-day voyage aboard World Voyager, starting in Reykjavik. Sail to Isafjordur, Grimsey Island, Akureyri, Husavik, Seydisfjordur, Djupivogur, and Heimaey. This itinerary stands out for circumnavigating Iceland and combining wildlife, geology, and coastal culture in one route.
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A vibrant green aurora dances over the serene fjord in Norway.
from $5,090
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Whales and Northern Lights in Northern Norway

Roundtrip Alta - 7 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore Alta’s Arctic charm
  • Navigate Norway’s icy fjords
  • Spot whales in Stjernoya
  • Witness Aurora Borealis in Alta
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Alta / Alta
Activities
Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Take a 7-day cruise aboard the M/S Stockholm and experience Norway's stunning natural beauty. Enjoy the sparkling ice formations, snow-capped mountains, fjord ice, and maybe even spot orcas, humpback whales, and the Northern Lights.
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Relax in beautiful Sicily
from $12,560
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The Most Beautiful Spring Moments

Italy Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II
  • Enjoy Calvi’s old town
  • Marvel at Bonifacio’s cliffs
  • Wander Lipari’s volcanic landscapes
  • Explore Livorno’s Renaissance charm
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Livorno / Catania
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Italy cruise aboard Sea Cloud II. Starting in Livorno this cruise takes you through historic cities, scenic beaches, and cultural landmarks across Tuscany, Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily.
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The ancient Lycian rock-cut temple tombs of Kaunos in Dalyan, Turkey
from $3,740
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Istanbul to Antalya

Istanbul - Antalya - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Discover Istanbul cultures
  • Explore Dikili ancient Pergamon
  • Wander Cesme whitewashed streets
  • Tour Samos ancient remains
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Istanbul / Antalya
Activities
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day Mediterranean cruise on the Star Flyer, starting in Istanbul and visiting historical sites like Pergamon, Patmos, and the ancient ruins of Knidos. Explore charming towns like Cesme and Fethiye, and conclude your journey in Antalya's Kaleici district.
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Jardins de Luxembourg, Paris
from $7,909
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Impressions of the Seine & Paris

14 Day Itinerary aboard AmaDante
  • Explore onet’s gardens in Giverny
  • Discover Château d’Ambleville
  • Visit Château de Harcourt Arboretum
  • Enjoy Normandy’s beaches
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Paris' Seine River / Paris
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Rendezvous in Paris, the world's most romantic city, before embarking on a 14-day voyage on the MS Amadante on the Seine. Admire the world-famous Eiffel Tower, marvel at Claude Monet's stunning gardens, tour Rouen's Notre Dame Cathedral, and explore the enchanted island abbey of Mont St. Michel.
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Whale Watching off the coast of Reykjavik in Iceland
from $32,522
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Iceland, Greenland & Crossing the Arctic Circle

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Explore Reykjavik’s Nordic charm
  • Stroll Isafjordur Old Town
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Cross Grimsey Island
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Iceland to Greenland, exploring volcanic landscapes, charming towns, and rich Nordic culture aboard the Scenic Eclipse. Experience breathtaking fjords, Arctic wildlife, and the remote beauty of Greenland's Scoresbysund region.
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Aerial view of the town of Visby
from $12,160
Free Hotel
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From the North Sea to the Baltic

Bergen to Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Enter Visby through medieval walls
  • Explore Tallinn medieval old town
  • Helsinki design district
  • Explore Stockholm archipelago city
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Bergen / Helsinki
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Bergen through Norway’s dramatic fjords and Baltic capitals aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Sail Lysefjorden, explore Egersund and Kristiansand, cross the Baltic Sea, and discover Visby, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Helsinki with guided cultural and scenic experiences.
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Famous view of Lyon, France
from $13,890
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Spectacular South of France

Roundtrip Lyon - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire
  • Tour St. Rémy & St. Paul de Mausole
  • Enjoy a concert at Palais des Papes
  • Explore Château de Cormatin
  • Explore Lyon
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Lyon / Lyon
Activities
Cooking Classes
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Join an 11-day Scenic Sapphire cruise from Lyon through Southern France, exploring the culinary delights and vineyards of Burgundy. Enjoy exclusive experiences like cooking classes, truffle hunting, and private concerts amidst historical sites.
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Old marina of Antalya.
from $3,350
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Antalya to Istanbul

Antalya - Istanbul - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Stroll Antalya old town Kaleici
  • Wander Kastellorizo scenic seafront
  • Visit Patmos historic cave
  • Savor Bozcaada local wines
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Antalya / Istanbul
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Variable
Set sail for 11 days on the Star Flyer, starting in Antalya and exploring highlights like Kekova Island's underwater ruins, the charming Greek island of Kastellorizo, and Patmos' Monastery of the Apocalypse. Conclude your journey in Istanbul after visiting Cesme, Bozcaada, and sailing the beautiful Aegean sea.
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Waterfalls in Iceland
from $9,395
EBD
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Iceland: Into the Westfjords

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Reykjavik's culture
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Discover Thingeyri's Viking history
  • Spot puffins at Vigur
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Reykjavik / Akureyri
Activities
Photography Seminars
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Variable
Set sail on a 7-day cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sylvia Earle, discovering Iceland's breathtaking landscapes and rich history. Explore the remote Westfjords, where nature hikes, whale watching, and encounters with Atlantic puffins await amidst waterfalls, lava fields, and verdant valleys.
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Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, a UNESCO World Heritage site
from $6,770
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Celtic Panoramas

Glasgow to Dublin - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore vibrant streets in Glasgow
  • Sail scenic waters of Loch Linnhe
  • Walk historic paths on Clare Island
  • Hike coastal trails at Greencastle
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Glasgow / Dublin
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Variable
Sail 10 days aboard Le Lyrial exploring Celtic landscapes. Visit Glasgow, the Scottish Highlands, Isle of Mull, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, Galway, Donegal, the Giant Causeway, and the Isle of Man. Experience dramatic coastlines, historic towns, and sheltered ports with stunning scenery and cultural sites along the way.
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