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Mediterranean blue Dubrovnik from above
from $5,920
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Natural Wonders and Cultural Jewels of Dalmatia

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Venice’s timeless alleys
  • Admire Primosten’s peninsula views
  • Walk Split’s Roman palace
  • Wander Hvar’s ancient plains
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Venice / Dubrovnik
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Embark on an 8-day cruise from Venice to Dubrovnik on the Le Bougainville, featuring relaxing activities and unique excursions like truffle hunting and vintage car tours. Explore historic towns and stunning UNESCO sites along the culturally rich Adriatic coastline.
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Roman amphitheatre in Pula, Croatia
from $5,920
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Cities and Splendours of the Adriatic

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Dubrovnik’s medieval walls
  • Discover Stari Grad’s vineyards
  • Walk Bol’s pine-shaded beaches
  • Admire Rab’s bell towers
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Dubrovnik / Venice
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Embark on an 8-day cruise on Le Bougainville, featuring family-friendly activities and exploring stunning locations like Dubrovnik, Stari Grad, and Hvar. Discover the natural beauty in Brijuni National Park and the charm of Slovenia’s Piran before concluding in Venice.
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The night lights of Akureyri
from $9,940
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Beethoven's Icelandic Symphony: A Musical Voyage

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Reykjavik panoramic city views
  • Sail past Surtsey Island
  • Hike around Saxholl crater
  • See Godafoss Waterfall cascade
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Sail around Iceland on an 8-day expedition aboard L'Austral and visit Reykjavik, Surtsey, Heimaey, Grundarfjordur, Akureyri, Grimsey, and Isafjordur. Encounter volcanoes, Arctic landscapes, puffin colonies, dramatic fjords, and vibrant local culture with expert guides.
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Colorful local boats in Greece
from $11,290
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A Symphony at Sea: The Musical Traditions of Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore historic Athens landmarks
  • Marvel at Delos ruins
  • Enjoy Mykonos’ seaside charm
  • Relax in car-free Hydra
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Athens / Athens
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Set sail on Le Champlain for an 8-day round-trip Mediterranean Cruise from Athens through the Greek Islands. Explore Heraklion, Santorini, Rhodes, Amorgos, Delos, Mykonos, and Hydra. Discover ancient ruins, scenic landscapes, and charming whitewashed villages. Each destination reveals a unique part of Greece’s history, culture, and beauty.
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Discover beautiful Symi island
from $6,620
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At the heart of the Greek Islands

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Discover ancient Athens treasures
  • Visit sacred Patmos sites
  • Admire the beauty of Symi
  • Wander Delos ruins freely
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Athens / Athens
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Sail through the heart of Greece on an unforgettable 8-day cruise, starting and ending in the historic city of Athens. Discover the magic of the Cyclades and the Dodecanese as you explore iconic destinations like Santorini, Delos, and Milos, alongside hidden gems such as Symi and Amorgos.
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Beautiful view from Trogir fortress, Croatia
from $9,080
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Artistic Adriatic with Pinault Collection

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Dubrovnik’s old town
  • Walk Trogir’s Roman streets
  • Visit Zadar’s Sea Organ
  • See Ravenna’s ancient mosaics
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Dubrovnik / Venice
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Small Ship Sailing
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Discover the Adriatic on this 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Venice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore UNESCO-listed cities, Roman ruins, coastal fortresses, and Byzantine mosaics in Croatia and Italy. Stops include Trogir, Zadar, Rijeka, and Ravenna, each offering a unique look into the region’s layered history and culture.
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Explore the ancient Acropolis
from $9,070
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The Greek islands with Nemanja Radulovic and friends

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Ancient Philippi
  • Discover Thessaloniki’s Heritage
  • Walk Volos' Traditional Villages
  • See Monasteries of Athos
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Athens / Athens
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Sail on an 8-day round-trip cruise from Athens aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring northern Greece. Visit Skiathos, Volos, Thessaloniki, Mount Athos, Kavala, Limnos, and Hydra. Discover UNESCO sites, historic towns, and coastal trails. Highlights include Byzantine churches, ancient ruins, and local cuisine along the Aegean coast.
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Stroll the ancient walkways of Athens
from $6,590
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Ancient Cities of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore ancient Athens landmarks
  • Walk Nafplion’s fortress paths
  • Discover Corfu’s old town
  • Tour Valletta’s historic streets
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Athens / Valletta
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Sail from Athens to Valletta on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d’Urville. Visit Nafplion, Monemvasia, Gythio, Corfu, Gallipoli, and Syracuse. From ancient fortresses and neoclassical towns to volcanic coasts and baroque streets, explore the deep cultural heritage of Greece, Italy, and Malta along the Ionian and Aegean seas.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $10,420
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Fjords and glaciers of Spitsbergen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Hike near Texas Bar
  • Enjoy Monaco Glacier views
  • Discover Soraust Nature Reserve
  • Explore the preserved Pyramiden
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Paris / Paris
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Wildlife Viewing
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Embark on a 8-day cruise through Norway’s Svalbard archipelago aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Longyearbyen, Ny-Alesund, Texas Bar, Alkefjellet, and Isfjorden. Hike Arctic landscapes, view glaciers, encounter wildlife, and explore historic Arctic settlements.
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Svalbard Landscape
from $8,560
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Fjords and Glaciers of Spitsbergen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Longyearbyen landscapes
  • See Ny-Alesund research settlement
  • Ice floe exploration
  • Discover Texas Bar hut
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Paris / Paris
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Hiking, Kayaking
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Explore Spitsbergen on an 8-day cruise through Arctic fjords, ice edges, trapper huts, glaciers, and scientific settlements. Visit Longyearbyen, Samarinvagen, Varsolbukta, Texas Bar, Liefdefjorden, Raudfjorden, and Ny Alesund. Step ashore at historic sites, and navigate icy waters by ship and zodiac.
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Total Solar Eclilpse
from $10,320
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A Solar Eclipse at Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Lisbon Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Discover Portimao and Algarve lands
  • Discover Marbella old town
  • Visit Ronda viewpoints
  • Witness a total solar eclipse
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Lisbon / Lisbon
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Urban Exploration
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Set sail on an 8-day voyage from Lisbon aboard Le Boreal, exploring Portimao, Marbella, Cadiz, and Figueira da Foz. You stroll historic towns, coastal cities, and Andalusian streets, then observe a total solar eclipse at sea under open skies, combining culture, science, and rare natural spectacle.
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Natural beauty of Ireland
from $5,950
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Around the Emerald Isle

Cork to Dublin - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Giant’s Causeway basalt formations
  • Observe Killybegs fishing port life
  • See Galway lively cultural streets
  • Visit Dingle cliffs and beaches
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Cork / Dublin
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Sail along Ireland’s coastline from Cork to Dublin on an 8-day cruise aboard L'Austral and explore vibrant towns and scenic harbors. Visit Kinsale, Bantry, Dingle, Galway, Killybegs, and Portrush. Engage with local traditions, taste regional flavors, and explore iconic landmarks. . This cruise combines cultural discovery with coastal exploration.
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