Europe Small Ship Cruises

from $11,995

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Scotland and Faroes: Isles and Wonders

Aberdeen - Troon/Glasgow - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Kirkwall’s historic sites
• Watch Fair Isle seabirds
• Discover Papa Stour caves
• Tour Faroe Islands landscapes

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Aberdeen / Glasgow

Activities

Whale Watching, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Scotland and the Hebrides on a 13-day voyage from Aberdeen to Troon aboard Ocean Victory. Visit Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Foula, Papa Stour, the Faroe Islands, Stornoway, St. Kilda, Isle of Skye, Iona, Staffa, and Islay. Experience coastal villages, ancient monuments, wildlife, cultural heritage, nature, and maritime tradition.

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from $9,590

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Gems of the Danube

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Explore Budapest’s architecture
• Visit Durnstein vineyards
• Discover Melk, magnificent abbey
• Explore Regensburg, medieval town

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Budapest / Munich

Activities

Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, exploring historic cities along the Danube River. Experience Budapest's architecture, Vienna's musical heritage, and Germany's UNESCO-listed Regensburg while enjoying Central Europe's scenic beauty.

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from $11,425

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Early Summer Mediterranean Style

Valletta - Nice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit

• Discover Valletta's architecture
• Experience Ortigia’s Old Town
• Explore Corsica, Sardinia and Calvi
• Discover Amalfi and Amalfi Coast

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Valletta / Nice

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Malta to France on an 11-day Early Summer Mediterranean cruise aboard the Sea Cloud Spirit. Visit Valletta’s historic streets, Syracuse’s ancient ruins, and Taormina’s views of Mount Etna. Cruise past the Amalfi Coast, visit Capri’s grottos, Corsica’s cliffs, Sardinia’s Catalan past, and Calvi’s beaches. End in St. Tropez and scenic Nice.

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from $11,495

EBD $2000

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Svalbard in Summer: Tundra, Whales and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise Arctic Fjords
• Spot Polar Bears
• Discover Seabird Cliffs
• Explore Hornsund Glacier

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Helsinki / Helsinki

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail from Helsinki on an 11-day cruise aboard Ocean Explorer to experience Svalbard’s summer landscapes. Navigate scenic fjords, watch for wildlife, explore Arctic shorelines, and take in the midnight sun before returning to Helsinki on a charter flight.

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from $8,295

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West Svalbard & Polar Ice Edge

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Cruise Hornsund fjord
• Discover Bellsund history
• See seabirds nesting
• Hike Arctic tundra

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Begin in Longyearbyen, then embark on a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords, glaciers, and national parks, with chances to see polar bears, walrus, whales, and seabirds. Visit historic Ny Ålesund and reach the polar ice edge for wildlife encounters in one of the Arctic’s most pristine regions.

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from $7,895

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Svalbard Circumnavigation: The Ultimate Arctic Quest

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Witness polar wildlife
• Cruise Hinlopen Strait
• Encounter walrus colonies
• Visit Ny-Ålesund settlement

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring Svalbard’s dramatic landscapes and historic sites. Witness towering glaciers, walrus colonies, and seabird cliffs as the expedition sails through ice-filled waters.

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from $10,695

EBD $2000

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise Svalbard Fjords
• Explore rugged Bellsund fjord
• Navigate pristine ice in Hornsund
• Spot majestic polar bears
• Photograph vast Raudfjorden mountai

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Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day Svalbard expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate dynamic sea ice, explore glaciers, fjords, and snow-covered mountains. Observe polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes, and seabird colonies while witnessing spring awakening in the High Arctic. Landings, ice walks, and guided exploration highlight this rare Arctic adventure.

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from $9,695

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Land of Fjords & Epic Waterfalls

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Snæfellsnes Peninsula
• Visit Dynjandi Waterfall
• Discover Grímsey Island
• See Lake Mývatn

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day Iceland expedition aboard Sea Spirit from Reykjavík. Explore Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, Akureyri, Lake Mývatn, Seyðisfjörður, and Vestmannaeyjar. See waterfalls, glaciers, volcanic landscapes, seabirds, and local villages while sailing Iceland’s remote coasts.

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from $8,111

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Exploring Scotland’s Wild Isles: Shetlands, Orkneys & Inner Hebrides

Dublin - Edinburgh - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Explore Scotland's Wild Isles
• Discover ancient stone brochs
• Hike trails across remote isles
• Zodiac coastal explorations

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Dublin / Edinburgh

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise through Scotland's Wild Isles aboard National Geographic Endurance. Traverse the Shetland and Orkney Islands, explore the Isle of Skye's rugged coast, and visit Rathlin Island's seabird colonies. Delve into Viking heritage, ancient ruins, and dramatic landscapes guided by experts.

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from $6,990

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Svalbard Adventure

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Tour and explore by Zodiac craft
• See countless spectacular fjords
• View large numbers of seabirds
• Search for polar bears and seals

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic expedition cruise to Svalbard aboard the M/S Quest, where you explore icy landscapes and wildlife, including walruses and polar bears. Enjoy a night in Longyearbyen before a seven-night journey of stunning fjords and glaciers.

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from $2,140

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The Coastal Express

Bergen Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys

• Visit Alesund
• Enjoy Trondheim views
• Explore the Lofoten Islands
• Cross the Arctic Circle

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Bergen / Bergen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day coastal journey from Bergen, exploring Norway's iconic fjords, picturesque towns, and cultural landmarks aboard MS Nordlys. Witness breathtaking landscapes and participate in traditional Arctic Circle ceremonies.

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from $6,490

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Springtime in Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Hike Alkhornet cliffs
• Visit Prins Karls Forland
• Walk Bellsund tundra
• Search Hornsund fjord ice

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard in May, where you can witness the stunning landscapes and wildlife, including polar bears and walruses. Experience the vibrant awakening of spring in this pristine environment aboard the M/S Quest.

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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

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research hub
• Sail Monaco Glacier’s icy expanse
• Witness Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Plancius. Sail through Spitsbergen's icy North Atlantic, with opportunities to spot whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and the magnificent polar bear.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Ny Alesund, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the remote Seven Islands.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius to explore glaciers, wildlife, and remote settlements. Highlights include Ny Alesund, the Monaco Glacier, and the rugged landscapes of Bell Sund.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Spot minke whales
• See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
• Witness the Monaco Glacier

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.

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from $5,950

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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama

• See Dusseldorf’s architecture
• Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
• Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
• Tour medieval village of Burkheim

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Lucerne

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.

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