Europe Trips with Village Visits

Sail from Helsinki to Reykjavik on this 15-day Arctic expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore Spitsbergen, cross the Greenland Sea, visit East Greenland by Zodiac, sail through Scoresbysund, and discover Iceland's Westfjords. Look for polar bears, walrus, muskoxen and seabirds while learning about Arctic history, wildlife and landscapes.

Travel from Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine on this 15-day Greenland expedition. Explore East Greenland fjords, Prins Christian Sund, Tasermiut Fjord, Inuit communities, and the Greenland Ice Sheet through Zodiac cruises, hiking, paddling, cultural visits, and helicopter-supported excursions.

Sail on a 10-day Svalbard Summer Solstice Micro cruise roundtrip from Longyearbyen aboard MV Freya. Cruise through western fjords to Ny-Alesund, visit historic whaling and exploration sites, and cruise by Zodiac near glaciers and seabird cliffs. Search sea ice for polar bears and walruses, and look for Arctic foxes and whales along the coast.

Embark on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Sea Cloud Spirit, sailing roundtrip from Nice along the stunning French and Italian Rivieras. Visit St. Tropez, Viareggio, Portofino, Calvi, and Menton, discovering historic towns, sandy beaches, and authentic Mediterranean culture under full sail.

Experience a 14-day river cruise aboard the Emerald Radiance, starting in Barcelona to explore the Gothic Quarter and Sagrada Familia. Journey through the Douro River's beautiful villages, taste port wine, and visit Salamanca's stunning Plaza Mayor before concluding your trip in Porto.

Enjoy a 6-day Douro Valley cruise aboard MS Miguel Torga, sailing round-trip from Porto through the stunning Douro Valley to Salamanca. Discover Porto’s charm, Mateus Palace, the Port Wine Route, and Salamanca’s cultural treasures.

Embark on a 6-day Porto and Douro Valley cruise aboard MS Gil Eanes. Explore Lamego’s heritage, visit Porto’s tram museum, see Guimarães, the birthplace of Portugal, and walk through Afurada’s streets while experiencing local culture along Portugal’s waterways.

Be part of a 6-day cruise along the stunning Douro Valley aboard MS Miguel Torga. Discover Porto, Lamego, Guimarães, and charming Afurada, while enjoying cultural experiences like a traditional folk evening on board.

Experience springtime in the Netherlands on a 5-day MS Monet cruise from Antwerp to Amsterdam, exploring historic cities and scenic canals. Enjoy optional visits to Keukenhof Gardens, Volendam, and Zaanse Schans for a true Dutch adventure.

Join MS Mona Lisa on a unique 4-day cruise in France that mixes the stunning beauty, history, and charm of the Strasbourg region with a taste of the best cuisine in the world. This exclusive adventure is perfect for gastronomy lovers and hopeless romantics.

Sail from Amsterdam to Antwerp on a 5-Day Springtime in Holland Cruise aboard MS Monet. Discover Holland’s tulips, windmills, and traditions as you explore Keukenhof Gardens, UNESCO-listed canals, and charming villages like Volendam and Zaanse Schans.

Embark on an 8-day Avalon Imagery II river cruise through Holland and Belgium. Start in Amsterdam with Keukenhof Gardens before exploring Nijmegen, Maastricht, Namur, Liège, Antwerp, and Brussels, experiencing history, culture, and local flavors at every port.