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Cross the River Liffey while exploring Dublin
from $5,095
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The Jewels of Scotland

Dublin to Aberdeen - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Dublin’s historic landmarks
  • Visit Dunluce Castle ruins
  • Walk Giant’s Causeway stones
  • Observe Rathlin Island seabirds
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Dublin / Aberdeen
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Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Embark on a 7-day journey aboard Ocean Victory from Dublin to Aberdeen. Visit Dublin’s landmarks, the Giant’s Causeway, Tobermory, St Kilda, Kirkwall, and Invergordon. Discover cultural sites, historic towns, natural wonders, and wildlife along the coasts of Ireland and Scotland.
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The famous windmills of Mykonos
from $5,380
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Sparkling Cyclades

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • See pristine waters of Milos
  • Explore Sifnos' vibrant culture
  • Enjoy swimming in Despotiko
  • Visit ancient ruins in Delos
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Embark on an 8-day cruise through the stunning Cyclades on the Gemaya, exploring charming islands like Milos, Sifnos, and Delos, rich in culture and natural beauty. Experience pristine beaches, delightful hiking, and vibrant local cuisine before concluding your adventure in Lavrion.
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Enjoy the beautiful blue waters of the Mediterranean
from $18,990
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Adriatic, the Corinth Canal and the Greek Islands

Dubrovnik - Athens - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Explore Dubrovnik’s walled Old Town
  • Wander Korcula’s medieval lanes
  • Experience Kotor’s Venetian charm
  • Uncover Corfu’s Old Town
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Dubrovnik / Piraeus
Activities
Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Emerald Kaia, exploring the Adriatic, Ionian, and Aegean seas from Dubrovnik to Athens. Discover scenic landscapes, historic sites, and charming ports, including Kotor, Corfu, and Lefkada along the way.
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Relax on the beaches of the Greek Mediterranean
from $24,580
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The Greek Islands, the Corinth Canal and Adriatic

Athens - Dubrovnik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Explore Delos archaeological site
  • Wander Mykonos town
  • Transit narrow Corinth Canal
  • Discover Lefkada castle ruins
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Piraeus / Dubrovnik
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Athens to Dubrovnik aboard the Emerald Kaia, exploring the Ionian and Adriatic Seas. Visit historic sites, enjoy local culture, and relax in stunning coastal towns before concluding your journey in Dubrovnik.
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $19,000
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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Longyearbyen to Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Kayak at glacial fjords
  • See Soroya's rugged landscapes
  • Arctic wildlife sightings
  • Bear Island bird cliffs
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Oslo / Tromso
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Variable
Travel across Arctic Norway on a 12-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Tromso aboard National Geographic Endurance. Sail Svalbard fjords, explore Bear Island, kayak icy bays, and visit Soroya and Senja.
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Explore the historic island of Korcula
from $7,695
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Croatian Coast and the best of the Adriatic

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Kaia
  • Explore Venice's iconic canals
  • Sail Adriatic Sea clear waters
  • Visit Sibenik historic city
  • Explore Korcula medieval town
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Venice / Dubrovnik
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day luxury yacht cruise aboard Emerald Kaia through Croatia, Italy, and Greece. Start in Venice, Italy, and end in Dubrovnik, Croatia. Explore Rovinj, Sibenik, Trogir, Vis, Hvar, and Korcula.
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Alkhornet Hiking
from $15,895
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki museums
  • Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
  • Visit the 14th of July Glacier
  • Admire Alkefjellet cliffs
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Helsinki / Helsinki
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Variable
Discover Spitsbergen on this 15-day cruise aboard the Ultramarine exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundras. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds like puffins and guillemots. Visit historical whaling outposts, colorful tundra meadows, and breathtaking locations like Alkefjellet and the 14th of July Glacier.
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Explore colorful villages on Rhodes
from $16,290
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Delos archaeological island
  • Wander Mykonos whitewashed island
  • Visit Bodrum seaport
  • Discover Rhodes old town
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Azzurra from Athens, exploring Delos, Bodrum, Rhodes, Santorini, Chania, and Hydra. Discover ancient ruins, stunning landscapes, and charming harbors before returning to the historic Greek capital.
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from $9,370
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Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Helsinki - Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Helsinki’s historic center
  • Visit Tallinn’s medieval center
  • Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
  • Experience Gdansk’s golden door
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
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Join this 8-day cruise aboard the Le Champlain featuring a special onboard talk by Nobel laureate Lech Walesa in Gdansk. Explore vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and stunning UNESCO sites from Helsinki to Copenhagen.
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A polar bear rests on an iceberg
from $18,960
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Wild Arctic Shores: Circumnavigating Iceland and Exploring Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Westfjords waterfall hikes
  • Observe Vigur Island wildlife
  • Navigate Greenland glacier fjords
  • Cruise Westman Islands
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise through Iceland and East Greenland aboard National Geographic Endurance. Sail from Reykjavík, explore the Westfjords, Siglufjörður, Húsavík, Grímsey, Borgarfjörður Eystri, and the Westman Islands. Navigate Greenland fjords, kayak, hike, Zodiac cruise, and watch whales, seabirds, glaciers, and volcanic landscapes.
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A group of puffins sit on the side of a cliff overlooking the ocean.
from $10,200
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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
  • Explore breathtaking Western Fjords
  • Go whale watching
  • Spot puffins and sea birds
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Iceland Voyage roundtrip from Reykjavik aboard Le Bellot to explore the Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys experts. You visit Heimaey, Grundarfjordur, Grimsey, Akureyri, and Isafjordur while experiencing breathtaking fjords, observing whales, and exploring geothermal wonders on this unforgettable Arctic adventure.
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Colorful sunset over Tallinn, Estonia
from $8,190
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Iconic Capitals & Towns of the Baltic

Copenhagen - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Discover Copenhagen's canals
  • Stroll Gudhjem's streets
  • Explore Gdansk's history
  • Walk Visby's fortifications
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Copenhagen / Helsinki
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Champlain, exploring historic towns, iconic capitals, and stunning landscapes. Highlights include Gdansk’s amber charm, Stockholm’s ABBA legacy, Tallinn’s medieval allure, and Helsinki’s Art Nouveau beauty, with curated excursions at every port.
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