Europe Wine Tasting Tours

from $77,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

Fleurey-sur-Ouche - Escommes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L’Impressionniste

• Experience Fleurey-sur-Ouche
• Enjoy Chateauneuf’s fortress
• Stroll Burgundy villages
• Taste Beaune wines

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Fleurey-sur-Ouche / Escommes

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Join a 7-day private cruise on the L’impressionniste along the Burgundy Canal, enjoying wine tastings, guided excursions, and local cuisine. Highlights include historic tours, cycling paths, and breathtaking countryside views from Chateauneuf-en-Auxois.

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from $82,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Champagne

Paris - Epernay - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile

• Admire Paris Notre Dame
• Stroll through Damery
• Taste Brie de Meaux and fine wines
• Tour Hautvillers Abbey

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Paris / Epernay

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Embark on a 7-day private barge cruise from Paris to Epernay on the La Nouvelle Etoile, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to historical sites like the Reims Cathedral. Enjoy regional cuisine, wine tastings, and curated excursions through the picturesque Champagne region.

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from $82,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Alsace & Lorraine

Nancy - Strasbourg - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Nouvelle Etoile

• Explore Nancy’s Place Stanislas
• Visit Obernai’s fortified town
• Navigate the Vosges Mountains
• Discover Zorn Valley hills

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Strasbourg / Strasbourg

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Embark on a 7-day private barge cruise from Nancy to Strasbourg on La Nouvelle Etoile, starting with a champagne welcome and visits to Nancy’s Baroque architecture and Chagall's stained-glass windows. Explore the Vosges Mountains, savor Alsace wines, and conclude with a guided tour of Strasbourg's cathedral and Folk Museum.

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from $67,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Southern Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Finesse

• Wander Roman Autun amphitheater
• Tour Beaune’s Maison Champy
• Visit Beaune’s Hotel-Dieu
• Explore Chateau de Germolles

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St-Julien-sur-Dheune / Chalon Sur Saone

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Set sail on a 7-day cruise aboard the Finesse through Southern Burgundy, starting in St-Julien-sur-Dheune and concluding in Chalon-sur-Saone. Enjoy guided tours of historic sites, premier vineyards, and biodynamic wine tastings while exploring the scenic Canal du Centre.

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from $67,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Champagne

7 Day Itinerary aboard Kir Royale

• Visit Chateau-Thierry battlefield
• Explore Belleau Wood cemetery
• Tour Ay's grand cru champagne house
• Discover Avize vineyards

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Chateau Thierry / Chalons en Champagne

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Local Market Visits

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Variable

Experience a 7-day private barge cruise from Chateau-Thierry to Chalons-en-Champagne aboard Kir Royale, featuring champagne tastings, World War I site visits, and gourmet dining along the scenic River Marne.

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from $45,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Burgundy

Auxerre - Chevroches - 7 Day Itinerary aboard L'Art de Vivre

• Explore Auxerre’s medieval center
• Walk through Lucy-sur-Yonne village
• Experience Vezelay’s basilica
• Visit Chateau de Bazoches

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Auxerre / Chevroches

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Experience a 7-day private cruise on the L'Art de Vivre, journeying through Burgundy from Auxerre to Chevroches. Enjoy private wine tastings, historic sites like Vezelay Basilica, and scenic excursions through vineyards and picturesque landscapes.

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from $45,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Canal du Midi

Marseillan - Le Somail - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Anjodi

• Explore Pezenas theatrical legacy
• Stroll medieval Carcassonne
• Sample wines at Chateau de Paraza
• Discover Roman Narbonne’s cathedral

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Marseillan / Canal du Midi

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Wildlife Viewing

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Join a 7-day private cruise from Marseillan to Le Somail on the Anjodi, exploring the Canal du Midi with visits to Carcassonne, Narbonne, and a private truffle hunt. Enjoy wine tasting at Chateau de Paraza and biking along the Canal de la Robine.

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from $22,790

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Christmas & New Year

Budapest - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal

• Witness Vienna’s imperial charm
• Discover Cesky Krumlov’s streets
• Visit Nuremberg’s Imperial Castle
• Admire Wurzburg’s vineyards

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Budapest / Amsterdam

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Christmas Market Visits

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Set sail on a 15-day Scenic Opal cruise from Budapest to Amsterdam, celebrating the holidays with visits to festive markets and historic cities. Experience Christmas in Vienna and ring in the New Year in Wurzburg, soaking in Europe’s rich culture and seasonal charm.

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from $13,995

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Sailing the Greek Islands

Roundtrip Athens - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Wander Athens’ ancient sites
• Explore Mykonos’ vibrant culture
• Tour Ephesus’ ancient ruins
• Relax on Patmos beaches

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Athens / Piraeus

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Set sail on a 12-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson through Greece's stunning islands, experiencing vibrant villages and rich Mediterranean culture. Discover historical gems like Rhodes, Santorini, and Ephesus while starting your adventure in Athens.

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from $7,670

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Corsica and the Tuscan Archipelago by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Visit Calvi’s Citadel
• Discover Propriano’s sandy beaches
• Wander Porto Ercole’s streets
• Explore Giglio’s sandy beaches

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Nice / Nice

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Hiking

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Variable

Set sail on a 9-day cruise through Corsica and Tuscany aboard the Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring Napoleon's legacy, historic towns, and breathtaking landscapes. From Calvi and Bonifacio to Portofino and Elba, immerse yourself in Mediterranean beauty, rich history, and la dolce vita.

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from $16,155

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South of France with Highlights of Paris

Paris - Lyon - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Sapphire

• Wander Paris’s grand boulevards
• Marvel at Montmartre’s artistry
• Savor Beaune’s Burgundy wines
• Stroll Tournon’s cobbled lanes

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Paris / Lyon

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Kayaking, Cooking Classes

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Take a 13-day cruise from Paris to Lyon on the Scenic Sapphire, discovering France's rich culture and cuisine. Enjoy two nights in Paris and explore enchanting towns, historic sites, and exclusive events, including music performances.

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from $14,158

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The Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta

Roundtrip Malta - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Explore stunning UNESCO-listed site
• Step into the history of Sicily
• Discover the charm of ancient Erice
• Savor the authentic Sicily flavors
• Explore historic Taormina and Sirac

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Valletta / Valletta

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Embark on a 10-day Ancient Shores of Sicily and Malta cruise, aboard Sea Cloud II. Explore ancient cities, UNESCO-listed temples, and landscapes shaped by the Romans, Greeks, and Carthaginians. Visit Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples, the Ggantija Temples, and Valletta, stroll medieval Erice, and tour The Godfather’s Castello degli Schiavi.

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from $8,700

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Cruising Southern Spain and Portugal – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Lisbon - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Stroll Barcelona’s vibrant streets
• Explore Palma’s idyllic coves
• Discover Valencia’s architecture
• Visit Ronda’s dramatic landscapes

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Barcelona / Lisbon

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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring Spain and Portugal’s vibrant coasts from Barcelona to Lisbon. Highlights include Gaudi’s masterpieces in Barcelona, the Alhambra of Granada, and Lisbon’s UNESCO-listed Jeronimos Monastery, with stops in Mallorca, Malaga, Cadiz, and the Algarve’s stunning landscapes.

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from $9,540

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Culture and Islands of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit Menorca
• Explore Sardinia
• Discover Sicily
• Experience Catania
• Discover Syracuse
• Discover Malta

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Barcelona / Valletta

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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.

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from $12,795

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The Amalfi, Sicily and Malta: The Godfather

Rome - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Discover Rome’s imperial relics
• Explore Gaeta’s medieval fortress
• Wander Naples’ ancient streets
• Marvel at Pompeii’s ruins

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Rome / Valletta

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Join this 12-day cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring Southern Italy, Sicily, and Malta's stunning history and culture. Experience the Amalfi Coast, ancient cities, and Malta's heritage while savoring local cuisine and vibrant Mediterranean life.

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from $13,384

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Sailing the Greek Isles

Piraeus - Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

• Explore sacred Delos ruins
• Visit Amorgos cliffside monastery
• Uncover Santorini Akrotiri ruins
• Visit Tinos pilgrimage church

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Athens / Piraeus

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Sail the Greek Islands for 8 days aboard the Sea Cloud II, visiting Tinos, Amorgos, Santorini, Delos, and Sifnos with expert-led excursions. Explore historic sites, traditional villages, and ancient ruins while enjoying classic tall ship sailing and cultural insights along the way.

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from $9,530

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Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean

Athens - Antalya - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Explore Ephesus' Roman ruins
• Walk Delos archaeological zone
• Visit Santorini’s cliffside towns
• Explore Knossos Palace, Crete

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Athens / Antalya

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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Sail from Athens to Antalya aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville on an 11-day cruise through Greece and Turkey. Visit historic cities, UNESCO-listed ruins, and traditional island villages. Discover places like Ephesus, Rhodes, Santorini, and Crete while enjoying guided tours and regional cuisine along the way.

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from $6,760

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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens – with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore the Dalmatian Coast
• Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites
• Experience the nightlife
• Discover Corinth Canal and Itea

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Venice / Athens

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On this 8-day expedition cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Venice to Athens aboard the Le Boreal. Uncover the artistic and cultural treasures of the Ionian, Adriatic, and Aegean Seas. Cruise through Italy, Croatia, Montenegro, and Greece, visiting notable destinations such as Venice, Dubrovnik, Kotor, and Athens.

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