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Explore beautiful Paros
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Crossroads of the Ancient World: Exploring Greece and Turkey

Roundtrip Athens - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Explore Delos ancient ruins
  • Walk Ephesus ancient city
  • Explore Paros harbor towns
  • Visit Didim Apollo sanctuary
  • Visit Patmos monastery site
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Athens / Athens
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Cooking Classes
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Explore the Greek Islands and Turkey on an 11-day cruise aboard National Geographic Orion. Travel from Athens and Lavrio to Delos, Patmos, Samos, Ephesus, Bodrum, Leros, Naxos, and Paros. Walk ancient ruins, visit monasteries, explore island villages, sail the Aegean Sea, and experience local culture and history.
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Discover rich Norse heritage at this iconic Kirkwall landmark in Scotland's Orkney Islands
from $6,479
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Nordic Navigator – From Norway’s Wilds to Scotland’s Isles

Tromso to Glasgow - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Marvel at Senja's wild coast
  • Explore the Hurtigruten Museum
  • Take a Svolvaer polar plunge
  • Wander historic Lerwick
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Tromso / Glasgow
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Experience an 11-day expedition from Norway's wilds to Scotland's isles aboard MS Spitsbergen. Discover Arctic Tromso, the rugged peaks of Lofoten, and the massive Svartisen glacier before crossing the North Sea. Explore the rich heritage of the Shetland and Orkney Islands, concluding your trip in Glasgow.
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Snow-covered mountain peaks
from $9,790
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Expedition Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Explore Raudfjorden glaciers
  • View Liefdefjorden Monaco ice
  • Hike Edgeoya tundra
  • View Hornsund fjords alpine peaks
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Join this 12-day Arctic expedition to Svalbard on the M/S Quest, where you can witness summer's arrival in late June and vibrant tundra blooms. As the sea ice thaws, explore remote areas and enjoy stunning sunsets and wildlife sightings in the pristine landscape.
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Explore Svalbard
from $9,790
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Expedition Svalbard to the Pack Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Sail through vast Isfjorden
  • Discover historic Ny-Alesund
  • Observe birds at Alkefjellet
  • Marvel at Nordaustlandet ice
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise on the M/S Quest to explore Svalbard's Arctic wilderness, where you witness polar bears and stunning glaciers under the midnight sun. Discover historic sites like Ny-Alesund and sail through breathtaking fjords while observing nesting guillemots and magnificent waterfalls.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $10,250
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Arctic Cruise in Svalbard, East Greenland and Iceland

Copenhagen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Spot polar bears hunting
  • Visit remote Jan Mayen
  • See puffins and eiders nesting
  • Witness Dynjandi waterfall
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Copenhagen / Reykjavik
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Photography Seminars
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Join a 14-day expedition from Copenhagen to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega, exploring Svalbard, Jan Mayen Island, Ittoqqortoormiit, Scoresbysund and Vigur Island. Observe Arctic wildlife, cruise among glaciers and fjords, visit remote communities, and experience Iceland's Westfjords before ending in Reykjavik.
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
from $4,000
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Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail

Reykjavik to Seydisfjordur - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore East Iceland
  • Experience Northeast Iceland
  • Discover Húsavík and Whales
  • Explore the Arctic Circle
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Reykjavik / Egilsstaðir
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Small Ship Sailing, Northern Lights
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Embark on a 7-day expedition aboard Rembrandt van Rijn to explore Northeast Iceland’s fjords, waterfalls, and geothermal wonders. Discover picturesque villages, rugged highlands, and Arctic wildlife, with scenic hikes and the chance to witness the magical Aurora Borealis.
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Adventures in the Mediterranean
from $2,410
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Sporades Highlights

Roundtrip Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Athens' Acropolis
  • Discover Pergamon’s acropolis
  • Stroll Skopelos whitewashed streets
  • Admire Poros’ naval traditions
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Piraeus / Piraeus
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer, exploring Greece and Turkey's rich history and stunning landscapes. Enjoy traditional tall-ship sailing and breathtaking Aegean destinations from ancient Athens to charming Skopelos.
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Snow-covered landscape of Svalbard.
from $12,290
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Expedition Svalbard to the Pack Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Hike the tundra at Alkhornet
  • Discover historic Ny-Alesund
  • View glaciers in Liefdefjorden
  • Marvel at Nordaustlandet
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise in Svalbard on the M/S Balto, exploring stunning Arctic landscapes and wildlife. Discover historic sites, navigate through breathtaking fjords, and witness polar bears and nesting guillemots.
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Zodiac cruising to get a close look at the glacier face and the surrounding ice-filled waters
from $12,290
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Expedition Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Admire ice in Krossfjorden
  • Search for seals in Raudfjorden
  • Observe birds at Alkefjellet
  • Marvel at Nordaustlandet ice
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise through Svalbard on the M/S Balto, exploring historic sites and stunning glaciers while enjoying excellent whale watching. Experience the blooming Arctic tundra and the captivating landscapes of the remote islands and ice cliffs.
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Berlin cityscape in the evening
from $19,595
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A Northern Saga

Amsterdam - Bergen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Navigate the Kiel Canal
  • Discover medieval Wismar
  • Explore historic Berlin
  • Experience Pulpit Rock
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Amsterdam / Bergen
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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Hiking, Urban Exploration, Biking
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Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, tracing the footsteps of ancient Norse seafarers through iconic Scandinavian lands. Explore Viking heritage, the Kiel Canal, and the rich history of Hanseatic traders along the northern shores of Europe.
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Serene coastal living in Svolvaer, Norway, featuring a calm harbor, fishing boats, and snow-capped mountains
from $11,735
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Ultimate Norway at New Year’s

Roundtrip Tromso - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Immerse in the Lyngen Alps
  • Uncover Senja’s landscapes
  • Celebrate New Year in Lofoten
  • Experience a polar plunge
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Tromso / Tromso
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking
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Variable
Experience a 13-day Arctic adventure aboard MS Spitsbergen, sailing from Tromso through the Lyngen Alps, Senja, Lofoten, Narvik and Vesteralen. Experience snowshoeing, kayaking, expedition boat cruising, whale-spotting, and the chance to see the Northern Lights.
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The Roman theatre in Cartagena
from $8,950
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Ancient shores of the Mediterranean

Valletta - Malaga - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • See Valletta UNESCO heritage site
  • Discover Syracuse Greek heritage
  • Visit Agrigento Valley Temples
  • Tour Tunis Carthage SidiBouSaid
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Valletta / Malaga
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Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits
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11-day cruise from Valletta to Málaga aboard Le Bougainville explores Malta, Sicily, Tunisia, Algeria, and Spain. Syracuse, Agrigento, Tunis, Algiers, Cartagena, Almería, Melilla, and Granada highlight ancient sites, coastal cities, and UNESCO-listed heritage stops.
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