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Sunset view from Hassan II Mosque in Casablanca
from $5,160
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Morocco to Spain’s Andalusian Coast – with Smithsonian Journeys

Casablanca to Lisbon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Tangier's Medina and Kasbah
  • Discover Malaga Alcazaba Fortress
  • Cruise the Strait of Gibraltar
  • Wander at Marbella's Old Town
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Casablanca / Lisbon
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Sail on an 8-day cruise from Casablanca to Lisbon, crossing Morocco, southern Spain, and Portugal aboard Le Boreal. Explore medinas, Andalusian cities, Atlantic ports, historic landmarks, coastal towns, and UNESCO sites.
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Bright blue waters of the Caribbean
from $5,360
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Pearls of the Caribbean

Fort-de-France Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Wander at Fort-de-France Harbor
  • Discover Union Island Beaches
  • Snorkel at Tobago Cays Reefs
  • Swim Pompierre Beach Les Saintes
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Fort de France / Fort de France
Activities
Rainforest Exploration, Snorkeling
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Caribbean cruise from Martinique through the Grenadines aboard Le Bougainville. Explore vibrant towns, secluded beaches, coral reefs, tropical islands, and volcanic landscapes. Snorkel, swim, stroll along scenic shores, and enjoy historic sites.
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Explore beautiful Nafplion, Greece
from $6,930
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Landscapes and historic sites of the Peloponnese

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Discover Athens Acropolis heritage
  • Corinth Canal crossing
  • Explore Olympia ruins
  • Monemvasia medieval fortress
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Explore Greece on an 8-day cruise round the Peloponnese aboard Le Champlain. Start and end in Athens, cross the Corinth Canal, and visit Delphi, Olympia, Katakolon, Gythio, Monemvasia, Nafplion, and Hydra with guided cultural excursions and island walks.
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Sunset over Athens' port
from $7,270
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European Autumn in the Aegean Sea

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • See Athens Acropolis monuments
  • Explore Skiathos town
  • Explore Kavala old town
  • Discover Skiathos' white houses
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Variable
Sail an 8-day cruise through Greece aboard Le Champlain, roundtrip from Athens. Visit Skiathos, Volos, Thessaloniki, Kavala, Limnos, and Hydra, combining UNESCO landmarks, ancient ruins, island towns, cultural walking tours, and scenic sailing along Mount Athos.
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Pastel homes on Isle of Skye
from $5,660
No SS
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Mythical islands and wild landscapes of the Hebrides

Glasgow Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Visit Lunga to see puffins and seal
  • Hike near Loch Coruisk
  • Spot historical sites and seabirds
  • Portree harbor views
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Glasgow / Glasgow
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Embark in Glasgow and sail Scotland’s Hebrides on a 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain. Explore the Treshnish Isles, Skye’s Loch Scavaig, Canna, Callanish Stones, Ullapool, Portree, and Tobermory. Spot puffins, seals, and seabirds, and learn local history in museums and cultural centers
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View on the Waterfalls of the seven sisters at Geiranger Fjord in the morning light
from $8,210
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Norwegian Fjords

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • See Bergen UNESCO Bryggen district
  • Alesund Art Nouveau architecture
  • Geirangerfjord cliff views
  • Visit Skudeneshavn heritage town
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Bergen / Arendal
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain and sail Norway’s fjords to Fredrikstad. Visit Alesund, Geirangerfjord, Nordfjordeid, Lysefjorden, Egersund, and Arendal. Enjoy guided walks, cultural museums, and dramatic fjord scenery. Explore UNESCO sites, Viking heritage, and coastal villages while cruising through Norway’s natural landscapes.
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The night lights of Akureyri
from $9,000
No SS
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Sail around Surtsey volcanic island
  • Cruise into Grundarfjordur
  • Experience Arctic Circle crossing
  • Explore volcanic landscapes
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Hiking, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise that explores Iceland’s coast aboard Le Laperouse, sailing from Reykjavik to Vestmannaeyjar, Snaefellsnes, Grimsey, Akureyri, Isafjordur, and back. You explore volcanoes, fjords, bird cliffs, Arctic Circle islands, geothermal landscapes, and historic fishing towns by sea and guided excursions.
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Famed Pulpit Rock in Norway
from $9,810
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Alesund Art Nouveau streets
  • Cruise Geiranger UNESCO fjord
  • Witness the Seven Sisters waterfall
  • Explore Olden's churches
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Bergen / Gothenburg
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Variable
Explore Norway’s iconic fjords from Bergen to Fredrikstad on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Ålesund’s Art Nouveau, Geiranger’s UNESCO fjord, Olden’s glaciers, Lysefjorden’s cliffs, Stavanger’s Viking history, Arendal’s coast, and Gothenburg’s canals. Enjoy local culture, nature, and unforgettable views.
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Clear waters of the Caribbean sea
from $7,170
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Panama and Costa Rica by Sea - with Smithsonian Journeys

Puntarenas to Colon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Darien National Park
  • Embera village visit
  • See Miraflores Locks view
  • Experience Guna community encounter
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Puntarenas / Colon
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Puntarenas to Colon aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Quepos, Darien National Park, Flamenco Island, the San Blas Islands, and complete the full Panama Canal crossing with cultural encounters and wildlife viewing.
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Visit historic Baltimore
from $6,590
$1,000 OBC
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Celebrating America's 250th: An Exploration of History and Culture

Halifax - Baltimore - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Talks by Martin Luther King III
  • Explore Boston’s Freedom Trail
  • Visit Newport mansions or sail bay
  • See New York’s Statue of Liberty
  • Explore Philadelphia historic sites
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Halifax / Baltimore
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Discover the 8-day Celebrating America's 250th Eastern Seaboard cruise on L'Austral from Halifax to Baltimore, featuring history-focused talks by Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King. Highlights include Boston’s Freedom Trail, Newport’s Gilded Age mansions, New York’s Statue of Liberty, 9/11 Memorial, and Philadelphia’s Independence Hall.
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Scenic view of Dubrovnik
from $6,940
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From the French city of angels to the shores of the Adriatic

Nice to Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Discover Gallipoli old town
  • Visit Taormina theater with views
  • Pompeii ancient ruins
  • See Gallipoli old town
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Nice / Dubrovnik
Activities
Village Visits
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Variable
Sail an 8-day Mediterranean voyage centered on Italy, from Nice to Dubrovnik aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Tuscany from Livorno, Elba Island, Salerno, Sicily, and Puglia, then continue to Kotor and Dubrovnik. Visit UNESCO sites, ancient cities, coastal towns, volcano landscapes, and historic ports.
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Beautiful Taormina, Italy, with Mt. Etna in the background
from $7,750
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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Nice - Valletta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Wander Nice Cours Saleya markets
  • Discover Bonifacio limestone cliffs
  • Tour Cagliari old ramparts
  • See Valletta Barrakka Gardens
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Nice / Valletta
Activities
Urban Exploration, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Napoleon's residence in Portoferraio, the medieval streets of Bonifacio, and the vibrant markets of Palermo. Conclude your journey in Valletta, Malta, exploring the Grandmaster's Palace and St. John's Cathedral.
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