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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
Activity Level
Variable
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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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
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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
No SS
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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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Variable
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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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
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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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Explore colorful Nice
from $5,750
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Southern France and the Italian Riviera – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona to Livorno - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Cinque Terre gateway
  • Discover Livorno’s canals and forts
  • Explore Porto Venere coastline
  • Stroll Nice waterfront promenade
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Barcelona / Livorno
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Variable
Discover Italy, France, and Spain on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Boreal. Travel from Barcelona to Livorno, calling at Sete, Marseille, Nice, Portofino, and Porto Venere. Explore medieval towns, Riviera ports, Tuscany landmarks, coastal villages, and cultural treasures across the Mediterranean.
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Ocean view of the edge of Manuel Antonio National Park, Costa Rica
from $6,450
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The Natural Wonders of Central America – with Smithsonian Journeys

Colon to Puntarenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Visit San Blas Islands
  • Cross Panama Canal locks
  • Discover Balboa waterfront district
  • Reach Puntarenas Pacific coast
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Colon / Puntarenas
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Panama and Costa Rica on an 8-day voyage aboard Le Bougainville. Visit Colon, Portobelo, the San Blas Islands, Balboa, Quepos, and Puntarenas. Cross the Panama Canal, discover Afro-Caribbean heritage, meet Indigenous communities, relax at sea, and experience rainforest-lined Pacific shores.
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Sunset over Mindelo Harbor, Sao Vicente Island
from $7,180
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The many faces of Cape Verde

Mindelo Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant
  • Explore Mindelo historic district
  • Discover Paul Valley plantations
  • See Faja dragon trees
  • Discover Cha das Caldeiras
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Mindelo / Mindelo
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Variable
Sail aboard Le Ponant on an 8-day cruise and explore the diverse islands of Cape Verde. Travel from Mindelo to São Nicolau, Boa Vista, Praia, Maio, and Fogo while discovering historic towns, volcanic landscapes, coastal villages, and local traditions. This voyage combines cultural discovery, nature, and authentic island experiences.
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Bird's-eye view of a Norwegian fjord.
from $11,700
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Norwegian Fjords

Fredrikstad to Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Visit Arendal coastal landscapes
  • Discover Hellesylt village scenery
  • Explore Alesund Art Nouveau
  • Wander Bergen hanseatic quarter
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Arendal / Bergen
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Norway’s coastline on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse through Fredrikstad, Arendal, Egersund, Skudeneshavn, Nordfjordeid, Geiranger, Hellesylt, Ålesund, and Bergen. Explore Viking history, UNESCO-listed fjords, island communities, waterfalls, and Art Nouveau architecture while enjoying guided excursions and scenic cruising.
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Colorful sunset over Tallinn, Estonia
from $7,540
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Iconic Capitals and Towns of the Baltic

Helsinki to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Tallinn Old Town
  • Visit Stockholm archipelago capital
  • Explore Baltic Sea route
  • Visit UNESCO heritage towns
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
Activities
Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain and travel through Northern Europe. Visit Tallinn’s UNESCO Old Town, explore Stockholm’s island capital, and discover Visby’s medieval streets on Gotland. The cruise connects Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Poland, and Denmark through culture, history, and coastal scenery.
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An early morning view of Alesund, Norway
from $7,510
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Norwegian Fjords

Bergen to Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Alesund Art Nouveau streets
  • Visit Geiranger Seven Sisters water
  • Visit Arendal coastal national park
  • See Norway's fjords and towns
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Bergen / Oslo
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise through Norway’s coastal routes from Bergen to Oslo aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Alesund Art Nouveau streets, Geiranger fjords, and Nordfjordeid Viking heritage. Sail Lysefjorden past Preikestolen cliffs, then stop at Skudeneshavn maritime town, Egersund wooden houses, Arendal coastal park, and Oslo cultural sites.
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