Europe Urban Exploration Tours

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Ancient Shores of the Mediterranean

Malaga to Valletta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore Malaga’s coastal old town
• Walk through Algiers’ UNESCO Casbah
• Walk Valletta’s fortified streets
• See Carthage and Byrsa

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Malaga / Valletta

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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Malaga to Valletta aboard Le Boreal and explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites, ancient ruins, and vibrant local markets. Discover Roman theaters, Moorish palaces, Arab-Norman cathedrals, and Mediterranean coastlines. Enjoy cultural depth and historic architecture in each port.

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from $13,000

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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Kemi - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Join Kemi's snow castle exploration
• Enjoy the Santa Claus Village
• Stroll at Oulu riverside market
• See Helsinki's neoclassical center

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Paris / Helsinki

Activities

Fishing

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Variable

Embark on a 9-day Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Finnish Lapland from Kemi and Oulu, cross into Swedish Lapland at Lulea, and visit UNESCO-listed Rauma. Experience reindeer sleds, husky rides, snow castles, and ice fishing.

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from $9,379

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Swiss Splendors by Train with Romantic Rhine Cruise

Lake Geneva to Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Vista

• Ride trains through Zermatt
• Stroll Strasbourg’s Petite France
• Cruise Rhine Gorge Castles
• Glide Amsterdam’s Iconic Canals

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Lucerne / Amsterdam

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Biking, Wine Tasting, Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Experience a 15-day journey from Geneva to Amsterdam aboard Avalon Vista. Travel by train through Zermatt, Interlaken, and Lucerne before boarding your ship in Basel. Cruise along the Rhine, exploring the Black Forest, Strasbourg, Heidelberg, Mainz, Koblenz, Cologne, and Amsterdam. Experience mountain views, historic towns, and canal-lined streets.

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from $9,320

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Morocco to Spain’s Andalusian Coast – with Smithsonian Journeys

Casablanca to Lisbon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Visit Tangier's Medina and Kasbah
• Discover Malaga Alcazaba Fortress
• Cruise the Strait of Gibraltar
• Wander at Marbella's Old Town

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Casablanca / Lisbon

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Sail on an 8-day cruise from Casablanca to Lisbon, crossing Morocco, southern Spain, and Portugal aboard Le Boreal. Explore medinas, Andalusian cities, Atlantic ports, historic landmarks, coastal towns, and UNESCO sites.

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from $4,199

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Portugal's River of Gold

Lisbon-Porto - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Tour the Jerónimos Monastery
• Visit Vila Real's Mateus Palace
• Explore Castelo Rodrigo
• Enjoy Salamanca, Spain

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Lisbon / Salamanca

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Discover Lisbon's rebirth through its newest galleries and cafés on this Portugal cruise from Lisbon to Porto aboard Viking River Cruises. This 10-day tour includes a hotel stay in Lisbon and the added bonus of a visit to Spain. Enjoy stops in stunning ports of Porto, Régua & Pinhão, Douro, and Salamanca.

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from $3,223

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Cruise through the Canary Island Archipelago, eternal Springtime

Lanzarote to Tenerife - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Explore Lanzarote’s volcanic wonder
• Savor Fuerteventura goat cheese
• Enjoy La Palma Views
• Discover Tenerife’s Majestic Teide

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Arrecife / Santa Cruz de Tenerife

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This 8-day Canary Islands cruise aboard MV La Belle des Océans visits Lanzarote, Tenerife, Gran Canaria, and more. Enjoy volcanic landscapes, cultural excursions, fine dining, and onboard experiences.

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from $20,060

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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Helsinki to Kemi - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Visit Stockholm Gamla Stan streets
• Explore Rauma UNESCO town
• Visit Kemi's snow castle
• Discover Oulu riverside markets

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Helsinki / Paris

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Variable

Board Le Commandant Charcot in Helsinki for a 9-day Arctic and Baltic cruise. Explore Stockholm’s Gamla Stan, Rauma’s UNESCO wooden town, Lulea’s church-town, Oulu’s riverside markets, and Kemi’s snow castle. Participate in Arctic excursions, sled rides, and onboard lectures, combining cultural discovery with polar-class exploration.

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from $16,995

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An Arctic Wildlife Expedition in Svalbard

Oslo Rountrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Oslo’s cultural capital
• Cruise wildlife-rich Monacobreen
• Enjoy guided hikes
• Spot rare Arctic seabirds

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Oslo / Longyearbyen

Activities

Hiking, Whale Watching

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Variable

Experience a 9-day luxury Arctic wildlife cruise from Oslo to Svalbard aboard Le Lyrial, with guided hikes and Zodiac rides through icy fjords and glacier-lined shores. Spot polar bears, whales, seals, and rare seabirds while exploring one of the world’s most remote and breathtaking destinations.

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from $3,162

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Cruise through the Canary Island Archipelago, eternal Springtime

Tenerife to Lanzarote - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle des Océans

• Visit Mount Teide and Tenerife
• Uncover La Palma's beauty
• Experience La Gomera's charm
• Uncover Fuerteventura’s secrets
• Enjoy Timanfaya tastings and views

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Santa Cruz de Tenerife / Arrecife

Activities

Festival Visits

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Variable

Sail through the breathtaking Canary Islands, from Tenerife’s Teide National Park to Lanzarote’s Timanfaya and volcanic vineyards. Experience historic towns, unique traditions, and local delicacies on this 8-day cruise aboard MV La Belle des Océans.

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from $2,799

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Tulips & Windmills

Amsterdam Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

• Discover 18-century windmills
• Learn about Rotterdam's history
• Feel the dynamic energy of Antwerp
• Visit Middelburg & Veere

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Enkhuizen / Antwerp

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Variable

On a Viking River Cruise, take a 10-day trip through the inland waters of the Netherlands and Belgium to see the land of windmills and tulips. Discover the spectacular modern architecture of Rotterdam and the artistic masterpieces of Antwerp on this trip.

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from $3,680

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Ocean Voyage: Brest - Reykjavik

Brest - Reykjavik - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Take a dip at the Blue Lagoon
• Visit Oskjuhlid hill museum
• Discover Oceanopolis center
• Explore Chateau de Brest Museum

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Brest / Reykjavik

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Variable

On this 5-day ocean voyage, discover the majestic harbor of Brest and enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik's lush, green surroundings. Enjoy this crossing aboard Le Commandant Charcot without ports of call, alongside naturalists who share their knowledge of the polar regions. 

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from $4,071

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Indulge in Art, Heritage, and Flavors on a Cruise along Belgian Canals

Halle - Ghent - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Raymonde

• Tour Brussels’ Grand-Place
• Explore the "Belgian Versailles"
• See Bruges canals & medieval street
• Taste wine at Chant dEole vineyard

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Oudenaarde / Ghent

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Variable

Discover the heart of Belgium on a 7-day river cruise from Halle to Ghent aboard the MS Raymonde. Step into Brussels to explore iconic landmarks and indulge in Belgian chocolate. Witness incredible engineering at the Ronquières Inclined Plane and the Strépy-Thieu boat lift. Tour Mons, known for its vibrant culture and food scene.

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from $8,111

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Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes

Edinburgh to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Spot dolphins on River Spey
• Kayak Sweden’s marine park
• Taste fresh Nordic cuisine
• Tour Zealand’s castles, villages

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Edinburgh / Copenhagen

Activities

Kayaking

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Variable

Discover Moray Firth in Scotland, Mandal in Norway, Kosterhavet National Park in Sweden, and North Zealand in Denmark on an 8-day Scandinavia cruise from Edinburgh to Copenhagen on National Geographic Endurance. Enjoy Nordic flavors, coastal scenery, kayaking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and cultural experiences across Scotland and Nordic countries.

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from $2,843

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From Prague to Berlin - Cruise on the Vltava and Elbe Rivers

Prague to Berlin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Elbe Princesse

• Join a guided tour of Meissen
• Scout around Dresden
• Explore Elbe Sandstone Mountains
• Visit Prague Castle area

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Prague / Prague

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This 9-day cruise from Prague to Berlin explores the sparkling waterways of the Vltava and Elbe rivers, aboard the MS Elbe Princesse, a unique paddling riverboat. Discover idyllic charm towns, historic cathedrals, Renaissance-style houses, unique museums, and tour Germany and Czech Republic's vibrant cities.

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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

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Village Visits, Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing

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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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from $4,879

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Explore historical Trier
• Discover the Reichsburg Castle
• Visit Rüdesheim on a gondola ride
• Enjoy the beautiful Neckar Valley

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Starting in the tiny country of Luxembourg, this 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amaprima takes you through Germany, France, and Switzerland along the scenic Rhine River. The towns of Strasbourg, Cochem, Riquewihr, and Basel delight with their baroque style and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Make sure to enjoy the locally produced wines and beers too!

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from $3,949

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Vineyards of the Rhine & Moselle - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Tour the romantic Amsterdam
• Visit Cologne's cathedral
• Visit Rudesheim's vineyards
• Admire beautiful castles

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Amsterdam / Luxembourg

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Variable

MS Amaprima hosts this exciting 8-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle. Explore splendid Cologne with its magnificent dome and admire the picturesque Rhine castles on your way to bustling Frankfurt and medieval Heidelberg. Continue to fascinating Koblenz and cruise the beautiful Moselle River Valley to charming Cochem and lovely Bernkastel.

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from $7,271

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Discover Iceland - Private Tour

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Reykjavik
• Visit the Golden Circle
• Enjoy Dalvík
• Circumnavigate Ring Road

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Relaxed

Explore the best of Iceland on this 8-day tour, covering Reykjavik and the highlights along the famed Ring Road. Visit a shimmering glacier, spouting geysers, incredible volcanoes, and stunning waterfalls, and go whale watching in the north.

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