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Relax by the sea in sunny Nice
$7,510
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Isle of Beauty, Italian shores & Malta

Nice - Valletta - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Stroll Promenade des Anglais
  • Explore Napoleon’s exile home
  • Visit Lipari’s obsidian quarries
  • See Valletta’s Grandmasters Palace
Starts / Ends:
Nice / Valletta
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Spa Relaxation, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 11-day Mediterranean cruise from Nice to Valletta aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Stroll along the Promenade des Anglais or explore Chateau Hill. Next, visit Corsica, where Calvi welcomes you with stunning views from Notre-Dame-de-la-Serra and untouched natural beauty at the Revelatta …
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The city of Bonifacio is built on stunning seaside cliffs along the riviera
$6,600
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Southern France and the Italian Riviera by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Visit Cinque Terre, a UNESCO Site
  • Explore Carcassonne medieval charm
  • Visit Porto Venere pastel coast
  • Stroll Nice scenic promenade
Starts / Ends:
Barcelona / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience this 8-day exploration cruise along the French and Italian Riveras with Smithsonian Journeys aboard Le Bougainville. Discover the history and culture of the Mediterranean Sea's northern coastlines. Your voyage begins in Barcelona and continues to Porto-Vendres which offers a historic …
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Wander through the vibrant streets of Barcelona
$7,940
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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
Starts / Ends:
Barcelona / Nice
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
This 9-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona to Nice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, with a once-in-a-lifetime celestial event. On August 12, 2026, experience a total solar eclipse aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville as it sails near Palma de …
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Relax in beautiful Sicily
$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
Starts / Ends:
Livorno / Catania
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover beautiful destinations on this 12-day Italy cruise aboard Sea Clouds II. Departing from Livorno, you’ll explore Tuscany’s artistic gems before heading to Corsica, where the charming town of Calvi awaits. Continue to Sardinia, where Alghero’s Catalan-influenced …
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Part of the beautiful French Riviera, Monaco sits high on a cliff.
$1,640
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Cannes to Rome

6 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Experience the glamour of Cannes
  • Discover the charm of Portofino
  • Explore the history of Lerici
  • Stunning Italian coastline
Starts / Ends:
Cannes / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 6-day Mediterranean cruise from Cannes to Rome aboard the Royal Clipper. Explore glamorous Riviera towns, experience Monaco's royal grandeur, discover picturesque Portofino, immerse in Lerici's literary history, and conclude your journey in historic Portoferraio, Elba.
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London's glittering financial district
$7,040
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London to Lisbon: Cruising Europe's Western Shores – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Lisbon - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore London’s vibrant city
  • Discover Caen’s historic landmarks
  • Visit Saint-Malo's fortified town
  • Admire Bilbao’s modern architecture
Starts / Ends:
London / Lisbon
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring the coasts of France, Spain, and Portugal. Begin in London, spending a night aboard the ship near London Bridge before cruising down the River Thames and through the English Channel. In Caen, France, visit the ancient castle of William the …
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Discover charming Heidelberg
$7,390
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam-Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sky
  • Discover the charming Koblenz
  • Visit a Black Forest village
  • Discover the beauty of Strasbourg
  • Tour Heidelberg Castle
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Join an enchanting cruise along the beautiful and storied Rhine river. Begin your journey in Amsterdam, and stop at UNESCO World Heritage-listed Cologne Cathedral. Explore the town of Koblenz and visit the twin-towered façade of the Church of Our Lady and the German Corner. A wine tasting …
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Ehrenfels Castle on Rhine River near Rudesheim
$2,599
Savings
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The Enchanting Rhine - From Basel to Amsterdam

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amalucia
  • Join a panoramic tour of Strasbourg
  • Hike up the Philosopher's Path
  • Bike along the Rhine
  • Tour the canals of Amsterdam
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
This 8-day journey reveals the hidden treasures and magnificent gems of the Rhine, one of Europe´s most fascinating rivers. Explore splendid cities and charming villages nestled between Basel and Amsterdam, home to timeless traditions that still remain intact. Enjoy daily excursions with a …
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Cannes at sunset
$3,640
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Grand Voyage: Malaga to Cannes

16 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Gaze upon Malaga's architecture
  • Explore luxurious Ibiza
  • Try your hand at sailing
  • Admire St. Tropez's famous beaches
Starts / Ends:
Malaga / Cannes
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 15-day sailing voyage, admire Palma's enormous Gothic cathedral, a powerful symbol of the religious fervor which gripped all of Spain shortly after the defeat of the Moors. Discover Mahon's heritage, including the invention of mayonnaise and the first distillation of gin from …
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Explore Palma de Mallorca
$2,030
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Balearic Islands & Spain

Nice - Malaga - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Promenade des Anglais
  • Explore Palma de Mallorca
  • Visit Cartagena
  • Discover the Old Town of Nice
Starts / Ends:
Nice / Malaga
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer and journey along the azure shores of the French Riviera, starting in the enchanting city of Nice. Explore the charming Old Town, visit world-class museums, and bask in the Mediterranean sun. Then, venture to the stunning islands of Mahon, Palma de …
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Wander through Rome
$11,590
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Enchanting Italian Coastlines

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Discover Capri
  • Experience Sorrento
  • Marvel at Gaeta
  • Explore Amalfi Coast
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise along the Italian coastline aboard the Emerald Sakara, starting and ending in Civitavecchia, the main port for Rome. Marvel at the intricate architecture of the Amalfi Coast, enjoy dining under the stars and among fragrant lemon trees in Capri, and explore the stunning …
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Ice skating at a Christmas Market in Zurich
$11,790
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Christmas Markets of the Rhine

Zurich - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sun
  • Explore Breisach
  • Discover Strasbourg
  • Experience Heidelberg
  • Explore the ancient city of Koblenz
Starts / Ends:
Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Sun through Germany. Arrive in Zurich, then transfer to Basel. Enjoy dinner aboard and settle in elegantly. Begin in the Rhine's enchanting Breisach, the gateway to Germany's Black Forest. Explore history at Hofgut Sternen and discover a stunning …
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Bearded seal in Svalbard, Norway
$10,620
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Fjords and Glaciers of Spitsbergen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Sail in the Hinlopen Strait
  • Explore amazing ice floes
  • Discover Europe's largest ice cap
  • View the incredible wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board Le Boreal in Longyearbyen in Norway for an 8-day expedition cruise to the heart of the Svalbard archipelago. Discover the exceptional flora and fauna that live in these extreme conditions, where temperatures reach -30°C in winter. First, sail in the direction of the magnificent glaciers …
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
$16,590
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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit traditional villages
  • Enjoy spectacular Karrat Fjord
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Discover Sisimiut's wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Enjoy a unique cruise experience on this 14-day Baffin Bay & Greenland journey aboard luxurious L'Austral. In the remote northern reaches of the planet, see a land abundant with hardy fauna like seals, whales, polar bears, musk oxen, walruses, and sea birds. Zodiacs allow you to get up …
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Iceberg near floe edge
$18,760
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Expedition to the Thule Region

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Sail between the ice floes
  • Discover traditional villages
  • Explore the wildlife of Arctic
  • See the largest icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
From Kangerlussuaq, set off aboard L’Austral on a 17-day expedition cruise to the far reaches of the planet. North of the Baffin Sea, in the region of Thule, experience a tricky but spectacular sail between drifting icebergs and sheets of ice floe. From Greenland's west coast with its …
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Ruins Athina Pronaia temple in Ancient Delphi
$15,696
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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
Starts / Ends:
Barcelona / Athens
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 13-day Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, traverse the Mediterranean Sea to explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and culinary delights from Spain and Sardinia to Corsica and Greece. Walk among …
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Old city of Koblenz by night
$6,790
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Jewels of the Rhine

Amsterdam - Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Dawn
  • Enjoy a Black Forest tour
  • Explore the past on a walking tour
  • Witness the beauty of Strasbourg
  • Discover the City of Literature
Starts / Ends:
Zurich / Amsterdam
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Capture every moment and memory that you have on this 8-day sailing adventure with Emerald Dawn. Visit historic places that transport you to the good old days of the past. Learn why these cities are so special when discovering the old architecture and structures preserved for the present day. Tour …
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Get stunning views of historic Cartagena
$2,280
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Malaga to Cannes

9 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Gaze upon Malaga's architecture
  • Explore luxurious Ibiza
  • Go see Palma's Gothic cathedral
  • Admire St. Tropez's famous beaches
Starts / Ends:
Malaga / Cannes
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 9-day cruise, admire Palma's enormous Gothic cathedral, a powerful symbol of the religious fervor that gripped all of Spain shortly after the defeat of the Moors. Discover Mahon's heritage, including the invention of mayonnaise and the first distillation of gin from juniper berries. …
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