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Auroras natural light display in sky
from $17,495
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Iceland & East Greenland - Under the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
  • Experience Iceland’s geysers
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Witness Greenland's aurora borealis
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Northern Lights
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Set sail on an unforgettable 11-day Arctic expedition aboard the Douglas Mawson, journeying through Eastern Greenland and Iceland’s Westfjords. Experience majestic glaciers, vibrant seabird colonies, diverse Arctic wildlife, and the mesmerizing aurora borealis illuminating the untouched wilderness.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $3,849
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard AmaSerena
  • Taste Kölsch beer
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.
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Tourists and visitors roam the streets and pathways around the colorful homes and buildings of Nuuk, Greenland
from $12,930
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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

Nuuk to Saint Pierre Island - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Visit Qeqertarsuatsiaat village
  • Discover Iqaluit culture
  • Learn Labrador Inuit traditions
  • Twillingate coastal hiking trails
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Nuuk / Saint Pierre and Miquelon
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking
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Set sail on a 15-day cruise from Nuuk across Greenland, Nunavut, Labrador, and Newfoundland aboard Le Lyrial. Explore fjords, glaciers, Inuit communities, and Viking sites. Navigate remote Arctic coasts, hike tundra landscapes, and observe whales, seals, and seabirds in isolated regions.
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Walk along the beaches of Dubai
from $14,100
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Dubai to Athens

18 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Shadow
  • Walk ancient Petra
  • Visit Luxor’s temples
  • Sail through the Suez Canal
  • Experience Alexandria history
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Dubai / Athens
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Spa Relaxation
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Sail on an 18-day cruise aboard Silver Shadow from Dubai to Athens. Start among Dubai’s modern landmarks, relax with days at sea, and discover Salalah’s frankincense history and coastal beauty. Walk Petra’s carved sandstone paths, explore Luxor’s temples and tombs, transit the Suez Canal, and end with two days in Alexandria.
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A quiet autumn morning in Bratislava
from $9,794
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Grand Danube Cruise with Prague

22 Day Itinerary aboard AmaBella
  • Explore Prague, timeless charm
  • Cruise Regensburg, historic gem
  • Visit Salzburg, cultural treasure
  • Discover Linz, vibrant history
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Prague / Bucharest
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Biking, Land & Sea Exploration, Festival Visits
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Embark on a 22-day cruise aboard the MS Amabella, exploring Romania, Bulgaria, Serbia, and beyond through capitals like Bucharest and Prague. Cruise the Danube, uncover legends at sites like Bran Castle and the Rock-Hewn Churches of Ivanovo, and savor timeless traditions and wines.
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Turquoise sea of Hvar island
from $1,545
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Split to Dubrovnik

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Splendid
  • Explore the medieval town of Split
  • Visit the island of Hvar
  • Wander the streets of Kocrcula
  • Tour historic Dubrovnik
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Join the M/S Splendid on a spectacular 8-day small ship cruise sailing along Croatia's glorious Dalmatian Coast. Explore some of the most popular islands and villages between Split, Korcula, and Dubrovnik as you are immersed in the culture and enriched by the heritage of this Mediterranean paradise.
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Tourists and visitors roam the streets and pathways around the colorful homes and buildings of Nuuk, Greenland
from $18,599
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Fjords and Frontiers

Nuuk to Newfoundland - 18 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Evighed Fjord glacier views
  • Disko Bay iceberg sailing
  • Lady Franklin wildlife spotting
  • Button Islands marine encounters
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Nuuk / St. John's
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Kayaking
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Variable
Explore Greenland and Arctic Canada on an 18-day cruise through Nuuk, Disko Bay, Ilulissat Icefjord, and Torngat Mountains aboard World Navigator. This cruise stands out through flexible Captain’s Choice routing, close wildlife encounters, and access to remote Arctic landscapes rarely visited.
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Explore beautiful and historic Montreal
from $10,228
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Newfoundland & Gulf Of St. Lawrence Reverie

Montreal Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Ovation
  • Visit Old Montreal Streets
  • See UNESCO-listed Viking settlement
  • Visit Iles de la Madeleine
  • Navigate Saguenay Fjord Park
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Montreal / Montreal
Activities
Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise through eastern Canada aboard Seabourn Ovation. Sail the St. Lawrence River, visiting Havre-Saint-Pierre, L’Anse aux Meadows, St. John’s, Saguenay, and remote islands. Explore Viking history, fjords, fishing villages, and French-influenced ports.
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A stunning view of Nafplion, Greece
from $11,970
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Cruising the Aegean: Turkey and the Greek Isles – with Smithsonian Journeys

8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Discover sites of ancient Greece
  • Visit cultural and historical sites
  • Explore the Mycenae ruins
  • View the windmills of Mykonos
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Athens / Istanbul
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Variable
Cruise through Greece and Turkey aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville on an 8-day cruise. Visit iconic destinations like Athens, Nafplion, Paros, Delos, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Canakkale, and Istanbul. Explore UNESCO landmarks, ancient ruins, picturesque villages, and turquoise coves. A perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery awaits.
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Wander the cobbled streets of Rovinj
from $5,710
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Croatia's Dalmatian Coast by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Venice historic canals
  • Hike Mljet pristine trails
  • Climb Rovinj bell tower
  • Discover UNESCO listed sites
  • Discover Primosten coastal village
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Venice / Dubrovnik
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Adriatic cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting historic cities, medieval towns, and beautiful islands. Explore Venice’s iconic canals, the stunning Dalmatian coast, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Discover local culture, ancient landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes on this unforgettable journey through the Adriatic.
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A polar landscape
from $3,300
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Aberdeen -Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Cruise along the edge of sea-ice
  • Visit the volcanic Jan Mayen island
  • Observe orca and minke whales
  • Tour ancient circular stone towers
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Search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife of the land, sea, and air on a 10-day adventurous voyage from the Scottish port of Aberdeen to the Arctic island group aboard MV Hondius.
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Dominican monastery in Bol on Brac Island
from $1,875
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Split to Dubrovnik

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS San Spirito
  • Discover Vis' preserved nature
  • Explore Mljet National Park
  • See the city of Dubrovnik
  • Sail across Hvar Island
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Join this 8-day cruise from Split to Dubrovnik aboard MS San Spirito, which sails to the amazing islands and towns in Croatia such as Biševo Island, Korcula Island, Mljet Island, Hvar Islands, the city of Dubrovnik, and many more.
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