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Snow-covered mountain peaks
from $9,290
EBD $500
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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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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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Variable
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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Discover the multicultural hub of Cadiz
from $14,495
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Madrid to Marrakech: An Atlantic Adventure

Madrid - Marrakech - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Madrid’s Royal Palace
  • Visit Burgos Cathedral’s splendor
  • Discover Vigo’s vibrant harbor
  • Taste Lisbon’s specialties
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Madrid / Marrakesh
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Cooking Classes
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise from Madrid to Marrakech aboard the Douglas Mawson, exploring Spain's coastal gems and Portugal's rich heritage. Journey through historic maritime routes, from Santiago de Compostela to Tangier, before concluding in Marrakech's vibrant heart of Berber culture.
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Adventures in the Mediterranean
from $2,410
Air Credit
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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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Explore beautiful Paros
from $11,006
No SS
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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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Variable
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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The Roman theatre in Cartagena
from $9,400
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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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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits
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Variable
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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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $14,599
$200+Perks
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Svalbard & Norway Adventure

Longyearbyen - Oslo - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Witness Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Skarsvag
  • Experience Maloy
  • Explore Oslo
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Oslo / Oslo
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Oslo aboard the World Navigator. Explore Svalbard’s High Arctic, Skarsvag, Tromso, and the Lofoten Islands, plus cultural stops in Maloy and Skagen.
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Solar Eclipse
from $18,690
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Total Solar Eclipse from Iceland to Ireland

Reykjavik - Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Solar eclipse ocean viewing
  • Heimaey puffin colony encounter
  • Streymoy mountain hiking trails
  • Discover Lerwick coastal site
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Reykjavik / Dublin
Activities
Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse and explore Reykjavik, Heimaey, Surtsey Island, Streymoy Island, Lerwick, Portree, and Dublin. Sail past volcanic landscapes, circle remote islands, and watch a total solar eclipse at sea. Walk through villages, hike mountain trails, and visit archaeological sites.
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Colorful houses of Svalbard
from $11,725
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Arctic Odyssey from Svalbard to Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Svalbard’s icy fjords
  • Sail past Beerenberg volcano
  • Discover Scoresbysund fjords
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking
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Variable
Sail across the Arctic on a 15-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega. Spot polar bears in Svalbard, see Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes, and explore Greenland’s Scoresbysund fjord system and remote town of Ittoqqortoormiit. Visit Iceland’s Ísafjordur and seabird-rich Vigur Island before ending in vibrant Reykjavik.
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Explore the beautiful Azores
from $9,095
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Islands of the Azores: Basalt Peaks to Volcanic Vineyards

Roundtrip Azores, Portugal - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Join hikes and explore Portugal
  • Explore coastlines while kayaking
  • Witness whales on the Atlantic
  • Discover Azorean local traditions
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Sao Miguel / Sao Miguel
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Variable
Explore the Azores on an 8-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Orion, sailing roundtrip from Sao Miguel. Hike volcanic trails, kayak scenic coastlines, and spot whales during migration season. Visit historic villages, relax in hot springs, and enjoy local cuisine. Experience Azorean culture and sustainability in this Atlantic adventure.
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Scenic summer panorama with the Old Town pier architecture in Bryggen - Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, Norway.
from $11,587
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Coastal Norwegian Voyage: Between Tromso and Edinburgh

Northbound - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Cruise iconic Norwegian fjords
  • Explore colorful Bergen wharf
  • Spot whales and seabirds
  • See Viking and maritime heritag
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Edinburgh / Tromso
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Norway cruise from Edinburgh to Tromso aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Discover fjords, Arctic landscapes, and remote coastal towns through expert-led hikes, kayaking, and Zodiac excursions.
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Old church in Visby, Gotland, Sweden
from $8,111
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Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea: Coasts, Islands and Archipelagos

Stockholm to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Visit Vasa Museum
  • Sail Sweden’s Stockholm Archipelago
  • Experience Baltic Sea locations
  • See seabirds at Karlso
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Stockholm / Copenhagen
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail from Stockholm to Copenhagen on an 8-day Baltic Sea voyage aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Explore the Stockholm Archipelago, Aland Islands, Visby, Stora Karlso, and Bornholm, with expert-guided hikes, kayaking, and visits to UNESCO sites.
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