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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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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Northern Burgundy

Venarey-les-Laumes - Lezinnes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard La Belle Epoque

• Savor Burgundy’s cuisine
• Visit Forges de Buffon
• Wander Saint-Vinnemer village
• Explore Commarin for falconry

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Experience a 7-day private cruise on La Belle Epoque, exploring Burgundy’s cultural and culinary gems. Enjoy guided tours, wine tastings, and gourmet dining, with stops at historic sites and charming towns, before returning to Paris.

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from $46,500

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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 $69,500

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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 $62,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Canal du Midi

Salleles d'Aude - Trebes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Enchanté

• Uncover Trebes’ medieval charm
• Tour Carcassonne’s ramparts
• Taste wines at Chateau de Paraza
• Stroll Narbonne’s market

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Sallèles d’Aude / Trèbes

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Experience a 7-day private cruise on the Enchanté along the Canal du Midi, visiting sites like Narbonne’s Roman ruins, Chateau de Paraza, and the medieval village of Minerve. Conclude your journey in Trebes after exploring Carcassonne and enjoying truffle hunting and wine tastings.

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Canal du Midi

Argeliers - Marseillan - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Athos

• Tour Carcassonne’s double walls
• Explore Narbonne’s Roman road
• Sample wines at Chateau Cabezac
• Tour Noilly Prat distillery

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Argeliers / Marseillan

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Join a 7-day private cruise on the Athos from Argeliers to Marseillan along the Canal du Midi, featuring tours of Carcassonne and Minerve, tastings at local producers, and market visits. Enjoy chef-prepared meals and cultural excursions, and end with a visit to the Noilly Prat vermouth distillery.

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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 $45,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Gascony

Montauban - Boe - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Rosa

• Stroll Montauban’s redbrick heart
• Discover Moissac’s Abbaye St-Pierre
• Explore Ramier for tastings
• Sip wine at Chateau Bellevue

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Experience a 7-day private cruise on the Rosa through southwest France along the Canal de Garonne, featuring wine tastings, historic tours, and charming villages. Enjoy daily scenic journeys with highlights, including a visit to a dairy farm, a tour of Abbaye St-Pierre, and tea at Chateau de Lamotte-Bardigues.

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from $69,500

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise - Upper Loire & Western Burgundy

7 Day Itinerary aboard Renaissance

• Enjoy wine tasting
• Visit Gien
• Tour Château de la Bussière
• Cruise the aqueduct at River Loire

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Spa Relaxation

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Board the luxury hotel barge Renaissance and take a 7-day private cruise through the rivers and canals of France. Cruise across the Loire River on Gustav Eiffel's famous aqueduct. Take some time to explore Montargis's picturesque village and canals on foot or by bicycle.

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from $45,000

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Private Charter - Classic Cruise – Bordeaux

7 Day Itinerary aboard Rosa

• Explore Saint Emilion’s streets
• Visit the historic town of Nerac
• Discover the village of Lagruere
• Visit Chateau Franc Mayne

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Experience a 7-day private cruise on the Rosa through southwest France, starting with a champagne welcome in Castets-en-Dorthe. Enjoy guided tours to charming towns, local tastings, and picturesque sights, culminating with the Captain's Farewell Dinner in Bordeaux.

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from $8,740

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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

• Discover Mediterranean islands
• Experience ancient ruins
• Admire Byzantine-Arab mosaics
• Explore medieval towns
• Discover local cuisine

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Valletta / Nice

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Explore the heart of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Cruise with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice aboard Le Bougainville. Discover Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba's historical civilizations that left mark on these islands' language, cuisine, art, and architecture.

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from $13,595

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A Mediterranean Masterpiece

Barcelona - Rome - 13 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Stroll Nice’s Riviera promenades
• Wander Port-Vendres’ streets
• Discover Gaudí’s Sagrada Familia
• Admire Cezanne’s landscapes

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Barcelona / Rome

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Join a 13-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson through Spain and Italy, starting in Barcelona with a Flamenco show and visiting landmarks like Gaudí's Sagrada Familia. Explore coastal towns and the French Riviera, and end in Rome, immersing in both countries' rich culture, art, and history.

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from $5,629

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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II

• Explore Black Forest village
• Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral
• Discover Heidelberg Castle ruins
• Taste wine in Bernkastel

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Explore the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel. Discover charming cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam, exploring Breisach, Strasbourg, and the Rhine Gorge while enjoying wine tastings in Bernkastel and a canal cruise in Amsterdam.

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from $10,270

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A Solar Eclipse at Sea: Voyage Across the Western Mediterranean - with Smithsonian Journeys

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

• Witness solar eclipse in Palma
• Explore Palma de Mallorca’s coves
• Discover Mahon’s colorful streets
• See Portofino’s harbor

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Barcelona / Nice

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Small Ship Sailing

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Embark on a 9-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona to Nice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Visit Palma de Mallorca's stunning coves, and explore Mahon’s historic charm. See Sardinia’s medieval town of Alghero, followed by the scenic beaches of Ile-Rousse in Corsica. Discover Napoleon’s legacy in Portoferraio and more.

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from $8,160

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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

Activities

Local Market Visits, Hiking

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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 $7,590

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London to Lisbon: Cruising Europe's Western Shores – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Explore London’s iconic landmarks
• Discover Caen's historic castle
• Visit Saint-Malo’s medieval citadel
• Stroll through Lisbon’s Alfama

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London / Lisbon

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Set sail on a 10-day Le Champlain cruise along France, Spain, and Portugal's coasts, starting in London and exploring historic sites like Caen's castle and Normandy's Omaha Beach. Visit Saint-Malo, Bilbao, A Coruña, Santiago de Compostela, Porto, and end in Lisbon, experiencing stunning architecture, rich history, and cultural landmarks.

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from $4,251

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Bonjour Bordeaux: Chateaux, Wineries & Charming Villages

Bordeaux Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Artistry II

• Visit Bordeaux's wine regions
• See Blaye's Citadel and art gallery
• Taste Medoc wines
• Stroll at Libourne's charming town

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Bordeaux / Bordeaux

Activities

Wine Tasting, Biking, Cooking Classes

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Embark on an 8-day scenic river cruise aboard Avalon Artistry II through Bordeaux, France, exploring iconic vineyards, medieval villages, and UNESCO sites. Enjoy wine tastings, guided tours, and cultural experiences.

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from $8,795

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A D Day Commemoration

London to Paris - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Witness D-Day’s lasting legacy
• Sail the English Channel
• Wander medieval Saint-Malo streets

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London / Paris

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration

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Walk through history across London, Portsmouth, Normandy, Saint-Malo, and Guernsey. Visit iconic World War II landmarks, museums, and memorials on this unforgettable D-Day-inspired journey aboard Douglas Mawson.

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