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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $8,390
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Tulips & the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Visit Keukenhof Tulip Gardens
  • Tour Strasbourg Neustadt District
  • Explore Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Bike Around Breisach
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Amsterdam / Zurich
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Hiking
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Set sail on the Rhine River on an 8-day Emerald Luna cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Explore tulip gardens, medieval towns, and cultural landmarks across the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland. Enjoy guided tours, excursions, and scenic cruising for a complete experience of the Rhine’s historic and picturesque waterways.
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Sable Island
from $6,995
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Sable Island: Wild Horses and Outpost Legacy

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Discover Sable Island Wildlife
  • Encounter Wild Horses
  • Visit Saint-Pierre, France
  • Explore Historic St. John’s
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St. John's / St. John's
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Wildlife Viewing
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Embark from St. John’s, Newfoundland, an 8-day Ocean Nova expedition exploring the wild beauty of Sable Island and the charm of Saint-Pierre. Experience legendary history, French culture, and Atlantic wildlife—from seals and horses to seabirds. Expert guides, Zodiac landings, and comfortable ship amenities enhance each moment at sea.
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Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona
from $2,660
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Malaga to Nice

Malaga - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Marvel at Malaga Alcazaba fortress
  • Discover Motril’s rum distillery
  • Tour Cartagena's Roman Theater
  • Admire Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia
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Malaga / Nice
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Experience an 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Malaga to Nice on the Royal Clipper, visiting highlights like Malaga’s Alcazaba, Cartagena’s Roman Theater, and Barcelona’s Sagrada Familia. Enjoy St. Tropez's luxury and stroll through Nice’s vibrant markets along the Promenade des Anglais.
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Arctic puffins
from $11,419
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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Explore Gros Morne National Park
  • Look for moose, seabirds and whales
  • Discover eastern Canada's beauty
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St. John's / L'Anse aux Meadows
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Variable
Sail the Canadian Maritimes with the National Geographic Explorer. Walk among Viking ruins in Newfoundland, explore WWII sites, and admire Prince Edward Island’s red cliffs. Spot puffins, whales, and moose in this wild and historic Atlantic region.
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Explore Palma de Mallorca
from $2,820
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Spain, Balearic & Italy

Malaga - Civitavecchia - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Malaga’s fortress palace
  • Visit Granada Arabesque Alhambra
  • View Palma’s Gothic cathedral
  • See Calvi’s medieval citadel
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Malaga / Civitavecchia
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on a 9-day cruise from Malaga to Civitavecchia aboard the Star Clipper, exploring Andalucia's Moorish heritage and highlights like Malaga’s Alcazaba and Palma's Gothic Cathedral. Visit charming stops like Corsica and Elba, concluding your journey at the gateway to Rome.
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Malaga, Spain
from $2,720
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Malaga to Nice

Malaga - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Malaga’s Alcazaba
  • Visit Granada’s Alhambra Palace
  • Discover Motril’s coastline
  • Wander Ibiza’s Dalt Vila
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Malaga / Nice
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Join a 9-day cruise on the Star Clipper from Malaga to Nice, exploring Moorish architecture, the beaches of Motril, and Ibiza's UNESCO sites. Enjoy a mix of cultural experiences and seaside relaxation in charming Mediterranean ports.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $19,140
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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
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Paris / Paris
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This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral acquaints you with the secrets of Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.
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Iceberg near floe edge
from $20,970
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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
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Paris / Paris
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Departing from cosmopolitan Paris, luxurious L'Austral takes you north to Arctic Greenland on this 17-day expedition cruise. Explore Baffin Bay, discovering the region of Thule, the mythical territory of the Far North. From the ice cap to the ice floes, via glaciers, icebergs and brash ice, marvel at the Arctic landscapes.
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Enjoy stunning views of the Mediterranean
from $4,560
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Spain, Morocco & Portugal

Nice - Lisbon - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore old Mediterranean ports
  • See scenic coastlines on the trip
  • Visit a number of iconic landmarks
  • Encounter Tangier's cultural fusion
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Nice / Lisbon
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Sail on a 14-day cruise through Spain, Morocco, and Portugal aboard the Royal Clipper. Explore Ajaccio, Mahon, and Ibiza before visiting Motril, a gateway to Granada’s Alhambra. Discover Malaga, Puerto Banus, and Gibraltar’s famous Rock. Stop in Tangier, Cadiz, and Portimao before a final day at sea, ending in Lisbon, a historical place to explore.
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Explore Basel
from $8,999
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Castles along the Rhine

Basel - Amsterdam - 8 Day Itinerary aboard S.S. Victoria
  • Tour the capital of Alsatian wines
  • Enjoy a visit the Romanesque cathed
  • Visit the Marksburg Castle
  • Walk through Strasbourg
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Amsterdam / Basel
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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.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,030
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Romantic Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Cruise Amsterdam’s canals
  • Bike ride in Cologne
  • Sail the Rhine Gorge
  • Taste Rüdesheim coffee
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Mainz, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Explore beautiful Barcelona
from $9,499
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Journey of the Solar Eclipse

Barcelona - Monte Carlo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Discover Gaudí’s Park Güell
  • Stroll Gothic Quarter streets
  • Visit Valencia’s Arts and Sciences
  • Experience solar eclipse onboard
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Barcelona / Monte Carlo
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Set sail on this 8-day adventure from Barcelona to Monte Carlo aboard World Traveller. Explore Valencia’s Arts & Sciences complex. Witness a solar eclipse at sea, then visit Palma de Mallorca’s La Seu Cathedral & Sierra de Tramuntana. Hike Sete’s Mount St. Clair & visit the artistic Quartier Haute before concluding your journey in Monte Carlo.
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Stroll along the canals of Dusseldorf
from $5,950
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Active & Discovery on the Rhine with 2 Nights in Lucerne

Amsterdam to Lucerne - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Panorama
  • See Dusseldorf’s architecture
  • Cruise the scenic Rhine Gorge
  • Explore Strasbourg grand cathedral
  • Tour medieval village of Burkheim
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Amsterdam / Lucerne
Activities
Kayaking
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Variable
Sail on a 10-day Rhine river cruise from Amsterdam to Lucerne on board Avalon Panorama. Explore Dusseldorf's avant-garde architecture and Old Town, and visit Koblenz and its stunning Rhine Gorge. Visit the grand cathedral and charming districts of Strasbourg, and enjoy a bike tour of the magical Black Forest in Breisach.
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A stone house off the coast of Canada
from $8,595
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Gulf of St. Lawrence: Wild & Storied

St. John’s, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore Henley Harbour ruins
  • Discover Nitassinan Innu culture
  • Observe Mingan Archipelago monolith
  • Visit Anticosti UNESCO site
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St. John's / St. John's
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Whale Watching
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Variable
Experience a 12-day voyage aboard Ocean Nova from St. John’s, NL, to St. John’s, exploring Newfoundland and Québec coasts. Visit Henley Harbour, Nitassinan, Mingan Archipelago, Anticosti, Rocher Percé, Îles-de-la-Madeleine, and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon. Observe seabirds, whales, and coastal communities while learning history, geology, and culture.
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Gelato Shop
from $19,295
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Sailing 'The Med': A Mediterranean Feast

Valletta - Lisbon - 18 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Wander Valletta Barrakka Gardens
  • Tour Agrigento ancient ruins
  • Taste Tangier street food
  • Sip Portuguese wines
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Valletta / Lisbon
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
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Join an 18-day Mediterranean cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the culinary heritage from Malta and Sicily to Spain and Morocco. Discover local traditions, seafood delights, and vibrant markets while visiting charming villages and historic wineries.
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Admire the distinctive red roofs of the cities of the Dalmatian coast
from $4,480
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Grand Voyage: Venice to Rome

Venice - Civitavecchia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Admire Venice’s Renaissance palaces
  • Explore Rovinj’s harbor
  • Discover Sibenik’s cathedral
  • Walk Dubrovnik’s historic walls
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Venice / Civitavecchia
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Embark on a 15-day cruise from Venice to Civitavecchia aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring stunning Adriatic and Mediterranean destinations. Discover historical sites in Rovinj, Dubrovnik, and Syracuse while enjoying the natural beauty of islands like Ponza and Corsica.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $5,496
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Reflections on the Rhine (Southbound)

Amsterdam to Basel - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Amsterdam’s canals
  • Discover Nijmegen’s Roman ruins
  • Taste Rüdesheim wines
  • Visit Strasbourg’s La Petite France
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Amsterdam / Basel
Activities
Urban Exploration, Biking
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Variable
Experience Europe’s Rhine River from Amsterdam to Basel for 10 days on Avalon Imagery II. Explore Amsterdam’s canals, Nijmegen’s Roman ruins, Cologne Cathedral, Rhine Gorge castles, Rüdesheim vineyards, Heidelberg Castle, Strasbourg’s La Petite France, and the Black Forest with guided tours, tastings, and scenic walks.
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Helsinki Cathedral illuminated at dusk overlooking Senate Square
from $13,000
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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Kemi - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Join Kemi's snow castle exploration
  • Enjoy the Santa Claus Village
  • Stroll at Oulu riverside market
  • See Helsinki's neoclassical center
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Paris / Helsinki
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Fishing
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Finnish Lapland from Kemi and Oulu, cross into Swedish Lapland at Lulea, and visit UNESCO-listed Rauma. Experience reindeer sleds, husky rides, snow castles, and ice fishing.
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