Europe Trips with Village Visits

Explore Alsace on this 5-day voyage aboard MS Mona Lisa and visit must-see places including the Gothic cathedral, Colmar's half-timbered houses, and enjoy the region's remarkable food and wine.

Explore Christmas traditions in Strasbourg and northern Alsace on a 4-day cruise aboard MS Gerard Schmitter. Visit pottery villages Soufflenheim and Betschdorf, attend a show at the Royal Palace Music Hall, and walk Strasbourg’s historic center, cathedral square, and famous Christmas markets across the city.

Join MS Leonard De Vinci in a memorable 4-day Christmas cruise in Alsace which includes a discovery tour of the Alsatian Wine Route and the Christmas Markets in Colmar.

Join an 18-day Mediterranean cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the culinary heritage from Malta and Sicily to Spain and Morocco. Discover local traditions, seafood delights, and vibrant markets while visiting charming villages and historic wineries.

Sail through Greece on a 12-day luxury cruise aboard Le Dumont d’Urville, from ancient Athens to sun-soaked islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Patmos. Explore iconic ruins, whitewashed villages, and hidden gems with guided tours, hands-on culinary experiences, and exclusive cultural encounters that reveal the true heart of the Greek Isles.

Sail from Venice to Athens on a 9-day Adriatic voyage aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece. Discover Diocletian’s Palace in Split, walk Dubrovnik’s medieval walls, cruise Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor, and visit the Greek islands of Corfu and Cephalonia before transiting the historic Corinth Canal.

Experience a festive 8-day Rhine River cruise from Zurich to Amsterdam on the Scenic Jasper. Discover historic Christmas markets charming towns, and enjoy special traditions like glühwein and festive shopping.

Explore Greece on a 12-day voyage aboard World Traveller, across Athens, Milos, Crete, Rhodes, Amorgos, Folegandros, and Hydra, with visits to Bodrum and Kusadasi in Turkey. Experience local markets, coastal views, and cultural landmarks. This voyage stands out for combining iconic Greek islands with ancient Turkish heritage sites in one journey.

Embark on an 8-day Burgundy & Provence cruise from Arles to Lyon aboard the S.S. Catherine. Visit towns like Avignon, where medieval charm and the majestic Palace of the Popes await. Next, explore the quaint village of Viviers and its storied past, and then explore the twin wine villages of Tain-l’Hermitage and Tournon.

Sail through the Aegean and explore iconic destinations across Greece and Turkey on a 9-day cruise aboard World Traveller. Discover ancient ruins, coastal villages, and island culture. Walk through historic streets, relax on beaches, and explore archaeological landmarks

Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard World Voyager and explore Reykjavik, Grundarfjordur, Isafjordur, Siglufjordur, Akureyri, Husavik, Seydisfjordur, Djupivogur, and Heimaey. Travel across fjords, volcanic coasts, and Arctic waters. This itinerary stands out for full Iceland circumnavigation and access to remote coastal regions.

Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard World Navigator in Oslo and sail north to Iceland, visiting Kristiansand, Kirkwall, Seydisfjordur, Husavík, Akureyri, Grímsey, Siglufjordur, Isafjordur, Stykkisholmur, and Reykjavík. Walk historic streets, explore fjords, glaciers, and volcanic landscapes.