France Cultural Cruises

from $12,560

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The Most Beautiful Spring Moments

Italy Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud II

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

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Livorno / Catania

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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.

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from $7,990

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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn

• Explore Alkmaar's historic charm
• Sail Rhine’s scenic landscapes
• Stroll Dusseldorf's vibrant streets
• Discover Cologne's Gothic cathedral

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Amsterdam / Zurich

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich aboard the Emerald Dawn. Discover Alkmaar’s cheese traditions, Cologne’s Gothic cathedral, the Rhine Gorge’s castles, and the Black Forest’s culinary delights.

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from $3,179

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Captivating Rhine - Cruise Only

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSiena

• Take an Amsterdam canal tour
• Enjoy bike tours and wine tastings
• Hike up the Philosopher's Path
• Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Sail from Amsterdam to Basel on an 8-day Rhine River cruise aboard the MS Amasiena, passing vineyard-clad hills and fairytale castles. Explore charming towns, savor local flavors, and experience the beauty of Alsace, the Black Forest, and beyond.

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from $3,479

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia

• Explore Heidelberg's castle views
• Savor Rudesheim's famed Riesling
• Stroll Strasbourg's streets
• Discover Breisach's scenic past

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amalucia, exploring cities where rich history meets modern progress. Journey along the scenic Rhine, passing 40 castles, timeless traditions, and inspiring towns like Heidelberg, where Mark Twain wrote A Tramp Abroad.

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from $4,049

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Swiss Alps and Rhine Castles - Cruise Only

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaSerena

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

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Basel / Amsterdam

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Biking

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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.

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from $4,749

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Christmas Markets on the Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

• Explore Amsterdam’s scenic canals
• Discover Cologne’s Old Town
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s castles
• Savor Dusseldorf’s crisp Altbier

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Amsterdam / Basel

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Christmas Market Visits

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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard MS Amacerto, exploring Europe's most enchanting Christmas Markets. From Cologne's Gothic cathedral to Strasbourg's festive charm and Gengenbach's giant Advent calendar, embrace the season's magic along the Rhine River.

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from $8,750

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From the Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic

Nice - Venice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Stroll Promenade des Anglais
• Stroll Lipari’s volcanic landscape
• Circle Dubrovnik’s stone ramparts
• Tour Taormina’s ancient ruins

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Nice / Venice

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Set sail on a 13-day Tyrrhenian Sea to the Adriatic cruise aboard Le Boreal. Explore Nice, Bonifacio, Lipari, Taormina, Dubrovnik, Split, Rovinj, and Piran. Walk historic centers, enjoy coastal views, and discover local cultures. Relax with onboard amenities during scenic sea days before ending in Venice.

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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 $4,179

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Enchanting Rhine - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amastella

• See Strasbourg's Gothic Cathedral
• Enjoy Heidelberg's natural beauty
• Hike through Rüdesheim
• Admire Amsterdam's canals

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From Basel, Switzerland to Amsterdam, the Netherlands, this classic 8-day cruise of the Rhine & Moselle Rivers aboard the MS Amastella will take you through scenic wine country, where you can visit, hike, and tour the historic towns, museums, and canals of Breisach, Strasbourg, Manheim & Heidelberg, the castles of Rüdesheim, and Koblenz & Cologne.

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from $4,149

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Rhine & Moselle Splendors - Cruise Only

Luxembourg - Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto

• Explore Cochem’s historic castle
• Cruise Rhine Gorge’s beauty
• Visit Heidelberg's treasure
• Taste Rudesheim’s unique coffee

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Luxembourg / Basel

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise aboard the MS Amacerto. Discover Roman treasures, enchanting folklore, and cultural gems like Strasbourg and Schwetzingen Palace Gardens on this unforgettable journey.

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from $6,450

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Rhine River: Castles, Culture and Culinary Delights

Basel - Cologne - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Connect

• Tour Strasbourg’s Old Town
• Wine tasting in Alsace
• See Gutenberg’s Bible
• Walk Black Forest trails

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Basel / Cologne

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Sail from Basel to Cologne aboard Connect on this 8-day European river cruise, journey through Switzerland, Germany, and France, discovering medieval towns, scenic vineyards, and cultural landmarks.

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from $10,990

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Rhine Castles & Moselle Vineyards

Zurich - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun

• Explore Colmar’s medieval lanes
• Admire Strasbourg’s quaint canals
• Tour Mainz’s grand cathedral
• Wander Bernkastel’s old town

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Wine Tasting

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Experience an 11-day river cruise on the Emerald Sun, exploring scenic vineyards, historic castles, and charming villages along the Rhine and Moselle rivers. Starting in Basel, Switzerland, visit major cities like Strasbourg, Koblenz, Utrecht, and Amsterdam, as well as the UNESCO-listed Kinderdijk windmills.

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from $7,219

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Rhine & Moselle Delights

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima

• Cruise tranquil Lake Lucerne
• Explore Strasbourg on foot
• Visit Trier, Germany’s oldest city
• Admire Amsterdam's beauty

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Land & Sea Exploration

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This 15-day Rhine & Moselle River cruise aboard MS Amaprima takes you from Zurich to Basel to Amsterdam, passing through Germany and France along the way. Hike and bike in the lush Rhine Valley, stroll the "Crossroads of Europe" in Strasbourg, and savor the best wines and beers that have made this region famous.

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from $14,070

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Exploration from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• 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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Reykjavik / Toronto

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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching

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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.

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from $15,600

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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

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

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Barcelona / Athens

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Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and local cuisine. Visit Menorca’s prehistoric stones, Bonifacio’s citadel, Sardinia’s artisan villages, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia’s waters, and explore Delphi.

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from $14,700

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Nordic Sea Treasures

Brest to Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Visit UNESCO-listed Bryggen
• Lean about Stavanger history
• Visit Trondheim Nidaros Cathedral

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Brest / Paris

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Hiking

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Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Champlain from Brest to Tromso. Explore Ostend, Rotterdam, Stavanger, Bergen, Alesund, Trondheim, Lofoten Islands, and cross the Arctic Circle. Discover Viking heritage, fjords, UNESCO towns, and Arctic landscapes with guided shore experiences.

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from $12,350

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From the French city of angels to the shores of the Adriatic

Nice to Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Discover Gallipoli old town
• Visit Taormina theater with views
• Pompeii ancient ruins
• See Gallipoli old town

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Nice / Dubrovnik

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Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration

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Sail an 8-day Mediterranean voyage centered on Italy, from Nice to Dubrovnik aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Tuscany from Livorno, Elba Island, Salerno, Sicily, and Puglia, then continue to Kotor and Dubrovnik. Visit UNESCO sites, ancient cities, coastal towns, volcano landscapes, and historic ports.

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from $9,190

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Jewels of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna

• Discover Freiburg’s Black Forest
• Cycle Breisach’s scenic paths
• Enjoy Strasbourg’s medieval allure
• Tour Heidelberg’s literary landmark

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Zurich / Amsterdam

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Embark on an 8-day river cruise on the Emerald Luna, starting in Basel and sailing through historic cities like Freiburg, Strasbourg, and Cologne. Experience the blend of culture, history, and beauty across Switzerland, Germany, and the Netherlands.

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