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Exploring Greenland
from $15,410
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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

Nuuk to Halifax - 18 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Qeqertarsuatsiaat tundra landscapes
  • Discover Iqaluit Inuit culture
  • Grinnell Glacier exploration
  • Twillingate coastal hiking
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Paris / Halifax
Activities
Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise from Nuuk to Halifax on an 18-day cruise aboard L'Austral. Explore Greenland fjords, Iqaluit, Grinnell Glacier, Torngat Mountains, Newfoundland, and Saint Pierre. Experience Inuit culture, wildlife spotting, coastal hikes, and remote Arctic landscapes.
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Explore Palma de Mallorca
from $2,820
SS 25%
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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
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
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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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
Activity Level
Variable
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
  • Explore Strasbourg historic center
  • Discover Alsatian wine villages
  • Visit Koblenz German Corner
  • Walk Cologne Old Town
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Amsterdam / Basel
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day Basel to Amsterdam Rhine River cruise aboard S.S. Victoria. Explore Strasbourg’s historic streets, visit Alsatian villages near Breisach, and discover Rhine Valley towns including Rüdesheim, Koblenz, and Cologne. Cruise through vineyard landscapes, medieval castles, and cultural landmarks along the scenic Upper Middle Rhine.
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La Petite district in Strasbourg
from $4,030
Save $1500
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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
Activities
Urban Exploration, Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day Romantic Rhine cruise aboard Avalon Envision, sailing through Holland, Germany, France, and Switzerland. Explore Amsterdam, Cologne, Rüdesheim, Ludwigshafen, Heidelberg, Strasbourg, and Breisach, with castles, cathedrals, and the Black Forest along the way.
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Explore beautiful Barcelona
from $9,499
Air Credit
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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
Activity Level
Variable
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
Activity Level
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
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
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
EBD
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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
Local Market Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
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
Activity Level
Variable
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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Wander through colorful seaside towns
from $9,270
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Sweet Mediterranean Escape

Athens to Nice - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Tour Patmos sacred sites
  • Explore ancient Delos ruins
  • Sail scenic Corinth Canal
  • Visit Porto Santo Stefano
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Athens / Nice
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Athens to Nice aboard Le Boreal. Visit UNESCO sites in Patmos and Delos, sail through the Corinth Canal, explore ancient towns like Nafplion, Taormina, and Gaeta, and relax on the coasts of Milos, Corsica, and Tuscany. Discover both major highlights and hidden gems across the Mediterranean.
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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
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
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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