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Columbia River
from $4,125
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Columbia River Gorge Cruise

Roundtrip Portland - 7 Day Itinerary aboard American Pride
  • Discover Hood River’s museums
  • Walk through The Dalles
  • Visit Mount St. Helens
  • Taste local wines from Hood River
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Portland / Portland
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Wine Tasting
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Set sail on a 7-day Columbia River Gorge cruise aboard American Pride. Explore Portland, Hood River, The Dalles, and Kalama. Discover the pioneers at the Oregon Trail’s end and learn about the region’s history at museums like the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and the Fort Dalles Museum.
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Visit Louisiana's capital city of Baton Rouge
from $3,630
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Highlights of the Mississippi Cruise

New Orleans Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Heritage
  • Experience Natchez’s beauty
  • Visit historic Civil War sites
  • Discover Oak Alley's historic charm
  • Visit charming ports and cities
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New Orleans / New Orleans
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The American Heritage hosts this 8-day Mississippi River cruise from New Orleans. Explore historic plantations, Civil War sites, and charming towns. Immerse in the rich culture, cuisine, and music of the Deep South.
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Charming Quebec City
from $10,228
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Newfoundland & Gulf Of St. Lawrence Reverie

Montreal Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Ovation
  • Visit Old Montreal Streets
  • See UNESCO-listed Viking settlement
  • Visit Iles de la Madeleine
  • Navigate Saguenay Fjord Park
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Montreal / Montreal
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise through eastern Canada aboard Seabourn Ovation. Sail the St. Lawrence River, visiting Havre-Saint-Pierre, L’Anse aux Meadows, St. John’s, Saguenay, and remote islands. Explore Viking history, fjords, fishing villages, and French-influenced ports.
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Vibrant Sunset with St. Paul City Skyline and Mississippi Riverfront
from $12,620
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Grand Heartland Cruise

St. Paul to New Orleans - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Serenade
  • Cruise Mississippi River scenery
  • Discover Davenport museums
  • Visit Gateway Arch landmark
  • Tour Vicksburg battlefields
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St. Paul / New Orleans
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Biking
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Variable
Cruise the Mississippi River on a 16-day voyage aboard American Serenade. Visit La Crosse, Dubuque, Davenport, Hannibal, St. Louis, Memphis, Tunica, Vicksburg, Natchez, and Baton Rouge while exploring museums, riverfronts, historic landmarks, Civil War sites, and music destinations. Enjoy scenic cruising through the Upper and Lower Mississippi.
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Stroll by the river running through Quebec City
from $7,299
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Five Great Lakes + St. Lawrence Seaway: Portland to Toronto

Portland to Toronto - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Cruise Atlantic Canada to Toronto
  • Wander UNESCO Old Quebec
  • Discover Charlottetown's history
  • Sail the Saguenay Fjord
  • Tour Old Montreal's basilica
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Portland / Toronto
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Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise Victory II and sail from Portland, Maine to Toronto, Ontario, calling at Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Quebec City, and Montreal. This voyage links rugged Atlantic shores, deep glacial fjords, and Great Lakes channels into one seamless passage across North American coastal waterways.
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Guests explore Tracy Arm by Zodiac near calving South Sawyer Glacier, Southeast Alaska
from $6,835
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Southeast Alaska Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • See Haines eagle habitats
  • See Chilkat Valley wildlife
  • Cruise through Endicott Arm
  • Learn Petersburg fishing heritage
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Juneau / Juneau
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Variable
Experience a 9-night Alaska cruise aboard American Constellation, sailing from Juneau through Glacier Bay, Haines, Petersburg, Wrangell, Endicott Arm, and Dawes Glacier. Watch calving glaciers, spot whales and eagles, explore Native history, and access protected waterways reserved for small ships.
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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
from $6,835
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Southeast Alaska Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Explore Juneau's downtown
  • Discover wildlife in Haines
  • See Glacier Bay National Park
  • Explore Petersburg
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Juneau / Juneau
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Variable
Experience a 9-day Alaska Inside Passage cruise roundtrip from Juneau aboard American Constitution. Navigate Glacier Bay National Park, Endicott Arm, and Wrangell Narrows while exploring Haines, Petersburg, and Wrangell through guided wildlife and cultural excursions.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $7,999
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Canadian Discovery

New York - Ontario - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Visit Halifax Sambro Island
  • Tour Sydney coal mines
  • Wander Havre-Saint-Pierre monoliths
  • Navigate the St. Lawrence Seaway
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New York City / Toronto
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Viking Great Lakes cruise through eastern Canada’s stunning landscapes and rich colonial history. Explore the Canadian Maritimes, the St. Lawrence River, and the Saguenay Valley, with guided shore excursions at each port to experience local culture and landmarks.
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Small harbor with fishing boats outside St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
from $12,990
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Sailing the St. Lawrence Seaway and Canadian Maritimes

11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Spot belugas and minkes in Saguenay
  • Explore Quebec’s old town
  • Discover Acadian villages
  • Kayak Côte-Nord coastline
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St. John's / St. John's
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Kayaking, Fishing
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Variable
Set sail on an immersive 11-day St. Lawrence River cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, roundtrip from St. John's, Newfoundland. Explore Quebec City, Saguenay Fjord, Côte-Nord, St-Pierre, and Îles de la Madeleine while discovering breathtaking landscapes, rich Indigenous heritage, diverse wildlife, and vibrant Acadian culture.
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Brown bears fishing in the rivers of Alaska
from $4,090
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Alaska Discovery

Alaska Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Visit Eklutna Village Park
  • Stop at Exit Glacier View
  • Spot wildlife in Alaska
  • See towering Denali peaks
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Anchorage / Anchorage
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Hiking
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Easy Active
Journey through Alaska on this 8-day adventure, starting in Anchorage and traveling to Denali, Talkeetna, and Seward. Spot wildlife in Denali, explore Exit Glacier, and cruise the Kenai Fjords. Visit historic sites and experience breathtaking scenery along the way.
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View the iconic arch when you visit St. Louis, gateway to the west
from $9,920
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Grand Ohio River Cruise

Pittsburgh to St. Louis - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody
  • Explore historic Marietta, Ohio
  • Explore Maysville’s Railroad
  • Visit Louisville’s Churchill Downs
  • Tour Paducah’s wall murals
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Pittsburgh / St. Louis
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Variable
Sail from Pittsburgh to St. Louis on a 16-day Ohio River cruise aboard American Melody. Visit historic towns like Marietta, Cincinnati, Louisville, and Paducah. Discover museums, landmark sites, and cultural excursions while enjoying daily enrichment programs and scenic cruising.
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Explore Nashville
from $11,270
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Mississippi and Cumberland Rivers Cruise

New Orleans to Nashville - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony
  • Cruise Mississippi and Cumberland
  • Explore Vicksburg's battlefields
  • Trace jazz, blues & country roots
  • Wander at the Oak Alley Plantation
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New Orleans / Nashville
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Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Local Market Visits, Cooking Classes
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day cruise linking two rivers, the Mississippi and Cumberland, between New Orleans and Nashville aboard American Symphony. Visit Civil War battlefields, antebellum estates, and the birthplaces of jazz, blues, and country music.
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Adventure Life planned an extraordinary trip to Uruguay where we were able to see a colonial town, modern city, the coast life, and the countryside. They planned beautiful experiences such as olive oil and cheese tastings, and horseback riding through the country. The local tour company was excellent, all were so kind, knowledgable, and professional. We highly recommend Adventure Life, as we have had several fantastic experiences with them and this trip was no exception!
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