France Archaeology Cruises

from $6,720

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Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville

Starts / Ends

Barcelona / Civitavecchia

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the French and Italian Rivieras on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bougainville. Visit UNESCO sites and cultural landmarks in Port Vendres, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, Porto Venere, and Livorno. Enjoy expert-guided excursions from Carcassonne’s medieval fortress to Pisa’s Leaning Tower, experiencing the art, history, and coastal landscapes of the Mediterranean.

• Visit Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Site
• Explore Carcassonne medieval charm
• Visit Porto Venere pastel coast
• Stroll Nice scenic promenade

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from $2,570

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Malaga to Nice

Malaga - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

Starts / Ends

Malaga / Nice

Activities

Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Malaga to Nice aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring Moorish architecture and vibrant coastal cities like Valencia and Palma de Mallorca. Highlights include the Alhambra Palace, Gothic cathedrals, and stunning landscapes in Corsica.

• Explore Malaga’s Alcazaba fortress
• Discover Granada’s Arabesque design
• Admire Palma’s medieval streets
• Stroll Valencia’s historic old

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from $12,560

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The Most Beautiful Spring Moments

Italy Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

Starts / Ends

Livorno / Catania

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 12-day Italy cruise aboard Sea Cloud II. Starting in Livorno this cruise takes you through historic cities, scenic beaches, and cultural landmarks across Tuscany, Corsica, Sardinia, and Sicily.

• Enjoy Calvi’s old town
• Marvel at Bonifacio’s cliffs
• Wander Lipari’s volcanic landscapes
• Explore Livorno’s Renaissance charm

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from $4,200

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Grand Voyage: Lisbon to Nice

Lisbon - Nice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

Starts / Ends

Lisbon / Nice

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 13-day cruise on the Royal Clipper from Lisbon to Nice, visiting cities like Porto, Cadiz, and Valencia and enjoying stops at stunning coastal locations. Unwind onboard with pools and a spa, or embrace adventure by climbing the rigging.

• Discover Portimao’s Algarve coast
• Wander Cadiz’s streets
• Experience Puerto Banus’ marina
• Visit Malaga’s Alcazaba

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from $7,190

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

London - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

Starts / Ends

London / Lisbon

Activity Level

Variable

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.

• 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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from $7,440

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

London - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

Starts / Ends

London / Lisbon

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring the coasts of France, Spain, and Portugal. Highlights include Normandy’s D-Day sites, Mont-Saint-Michel, Bilbao’s Guggenheim Museum, and Porto’s UNESCO-listed center, with the journey concluding in Lisbon.

• Explore London’s vibrant city
• Discover Caen’s historic landmarks
• Visit Saint-Malo's fortified town
• Admire Bilbao’s modern architecture

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from $14,720

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Exploration from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Toronto

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 16-day expedition aboard Le Bellot, sailing from Iceland to Canada through the stunning landscapes of Greenland. Explore Viking history and vibrant islands, and enjoy whale watching before visiting Montreal and concluding in Toronto via the scenic Saint Lawrence River.

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
• Sail through Prins Christian Sund
• Visit quaint Aappilattoq village
• Marvel at Kujalleq Glacier
• Admire colorful Saint John’s

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from $3,699

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Antoinette

Starts / Ends

Basel / Amsterdam

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Rhine River cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Antoinette. Discover the charm of medieval towns like Breisach and Braubach, explore the cobbled streets of Strasbourg, and visit the majestic Marksburg Castle. Delight in guided walking tours, bike rides along the Rhine, and panoramic views from cable cars.

• Discover Alsatian wine villages
• Visit Marksburg Castle in Koblenz
• Savor Rieslings at Castle Vollrads
• Explore Cologne's historic center

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from $4,139

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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena

Starts / Ends

Basel / Amsterdam

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day Rhine River cruise on the MS Amaserena, visiting festive cities like Basel, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Enjoy Christmas markets, cultural highlights, and beautiful winter scenery, concluding your journey in historic Amsterdam.

• Explore Basel’s medieval charm
• Discover Lucerne’s landmarks
• Stroll Strasbourg’s streets
• Taste Rudesheim’s coffee

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from $16,172

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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

Starts / Ends

Barcelona / Athens

Activities

Hiking, Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

On this 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and culinary delights. Visit Menorca's prehistoric stones, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia's waters, and explore Delphi.

• Cruise the Mediterranean Sea
• Explore standing stones on Menorca
• Taste Sicilian wine
• Swim at Kefalonia
• Explore Delphi and Corinth Canal

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from $4,699

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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

During this 8-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam aboard the S.S. Victoria, cruise along the impressive Rhine River —Germany on one side, France on the other. Discover Alsace, whose dual French and German heritage has given it fabulous food and a winemaking tradition that goes back to the Romans.

• Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
• Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
• Visit the Marksburg Castle
• Walk through Strasbourg

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from $2,799

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Christmas on the Rhine

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activities

Festival Visits, Christmas Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Christmas on the Rhine Cruise with Viking Cruises from Amsterdam to Basel. Experience festive charm in picturesque villages, savor holiday treats at vibrant stalls and revel in the Rhine Valley's joyful atmosphere, including Cologne's sparkling lights.

• Discover Basel
• Explore Breisach
• Experience Strasbourg, France
• Explore Rüdesheim, Germany

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from $3,499

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Paris to the Swiss Alps

Paris - Zurich - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Viking River Cruises

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Join Viking cruises on this fascinating 12-day French, German, and Swiss river cruise exploration, along with hotel stays in Paris and Zurich. Explore picturesque towns, iconic landmarks, historic sites, and wine countries.

• Tour Trier, Germany's wine region
• Discover Reims Cathedral
• Stroll Cochem's medieval town
• Enjoy a scenic Zurich lake cruise

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from $5,139

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Rhine & Moselle Delights - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

Starts / Ends

Basel / Amsterdam

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise along the Rhine and Moselle, exploring Switzerland, Germany, France, and the Netherlands. Discover charming villages, UNESCO treasures, and enjoy hikes, bike rides, and scenic gondola views.

• Explore Basel’s historic charm
• Discover Riquewihr’s medieval charm
• Tour Strasbourg’s vibrant canals
• Visit Rudesheim’s scenic vineyards

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from $8,790

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Opal

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Opal, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.

• Wander Amsterdam’s canals
• Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
• Admire Cologne's cathedral
• Discover historic Heidelberg

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from $9,595

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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

Starts / Ends

St. John's / St. John's

Activities

Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 12-day Newfoundland Circumnavigation cruise through Newfoundland and Labrador aboard the Ocean Nova, where history, culture, and nature come together. Explore Miawpukek’s Indigenous heritage, the charming fishing village of Francois, and the geological wonders of Gros Morne National Park.

• Explore vibrant St. John’s
• Visit French Saint-Pierre
• Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
• Step into Viking history

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from $15,790

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Romantic Rhine & Moselle

Zurich - Amsterdam - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Ruby

Starts / Ends

Zurich / Amsterdam

Activities

Biking, Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 15-day cruise from Basel to Amsterdam on the Scenic Ruby, exploring the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Discover charming medieval villages and stunning landscapes shaped by centuries of folklore and rich traditions.

• Tour Strasbourg’s Grand Ile
• Explore Colmar medieval houses
• Admire Rudesheim vineyards
• Roam Cochem’s cobbled lanes

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from $9,390

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Rhine Highlights

Amsterdam - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Pearl

Starts / Ends

Amsterdam / Basel

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an enriching 8-day cruise from Amsterdam to Basel on the Scenic Pearl, uncovering historic cities and scenic towns along the Rhine. Enjoy Amsterdam's canals, Koblenz's culture, Cochem's vineyards, Baden-Baden's thermal spa, and Strasbourg's unique architecture.

• Admire Cologne's cathedral
• Cruise Europe’s beautiful rivers
• Discover history of Heidelberg
• Enjoy Amsterdam’s canals

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