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Keel-billed Toucan
from $6,230
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Central America Jewels & Panama Canal

Colon to Puntarenas - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore San Blas Islands
  • Discover Historic Portobelo
  • Transit Panama Canal
  • Encounter Costa Rica Wildlife
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Colon / Puntarenas
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Rainforest Exploration
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Variable
Explore Panama and Costa Rica on this 8-day voyage from Colón to Puntarenas aboard Le Laperouse. Travel through the Panama Canal, visit the San Blas Islands, Portobelo and Darién National Park, and discover local communities, coastal landscapes and wildlife. The journey also includes time at sea and excursions in Costa Rica’s Osa Peninsula region.
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Discover beautiful Symi island
from $6,870
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Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean – with Smithsonian Journeys

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Athens Acropolis landmarks
  • Visit Patmos monastery heritage
  • Discover colorful Symi harbor
  • Discover lively Mykonos streets
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Athens / Hermes Hotel - Athens
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Discover Greece on an 8-day voyage aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting Athens, Patmos, Symi, Amorgos, Milos, Delos, Mykonos, and Nafplion. Explore UNESCO World Heritage sites, charming villages, volcanic coastlines, and crystal-clear coves. Sail through the Santorini Caldera, walk historic streets, and experience authentic Greek island culture.
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Visit colorful Portree
from $5,720
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Wild Scotland and Mythical Islands

Glasgow Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore historic Glasgow landmarks
  • Visit Callanish Standing Stones
  • Discover Gaelic culture
  • Sail Scotland's west coast
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Glasgow / Glasgow
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Explore Scotland on an 8-day cruise on Le Laperouse, visiting Glasgow, Oban, Stornoway, Stromness, Portree, and Tobermory. Discover prehistoric sites, Viking heritage, colorful harbors, museums, and Highland scenery. Visit the Hebrides, Orkney and the Isle of Mull while experiencing Scotland's rich history, culture, and coastal landscapes.
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Total solar eclipse
from $9,040
Kids Free
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Total Solar Eclipse between the Mediterranean and the Atlantic

Lisbon Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Lisbon UNESCO landmarks
  • Visit Malaga historic attractions
  • Explore Marbella's old town
  • Visit Figueira da Foz beaches
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Lisbon / Lisbon
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Sail aboard Le Laperouse from Lisbon through Spain and Portugal on an 8-day cruise. Witness a total solar eclipse at sea, then explore Malaga, Marbella, Cadiz, Portimao, and Figueira da Foz before returning to Lisbon. Discover historic landmarks, coastal towns, and scenic waterfronts along the journey.
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Alone in Athens
from $6,630
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Landscapes and historic sites of the Peloponnese

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Cross the iconic Corinth Canal
  • Visit Itea and ancient Delphi
  • Experience scenic Katakolon coastli
  • Wander historic Gythio streets
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 8-day cruise aboard Le Dumont d'Urville from Athens through the stunning Peloponnese and the Corinth Canal. Explore Itea, Katakolon, Gythio, Monemvasia, Nafplion, and Hydra while discovering ancient landmarks, medieval towns, and spectacular coastal scenery.
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Houses of Greenland
from $9,060
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Disko Bay and Inuit villages

Nuuk Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Historic Nuuk
  • Cruise Disko Bay
  • Visit Uummannaq Village
  • Observe Eqi Glacier
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Nuuk / Nuuk
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day Greenland expedition from Nuuk to Nuuk aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Evighedsfjorden, Disko Island, Eqi Glacier, Uummannaq, Disko Bay, Sisimiut, and historic Nuuk. Discover Arctic wildlife, glaciers, fjords, Inuit culture, and coastal landscapes while exploring western Greenland by expedition ship.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $8,320
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Unexplored Svalbard

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund Research Station
  • Explore Spitsbergen By Zodiac
  • Sail Along Sea Ice
  • Discover Protected Arctic Reserves
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
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Variable
Explore the Arctic on this 8-day roundtrip from Longyearbyen to Longyearbyen aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Ny-Ålesund, cruise through the North-West region of Spitsbergen, sail to the sea ice edge, and explore the Nordaust-Svalbard and Søraust-Svalbard Nature Reserves while looking for Arctic wildlife.
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Blue water in Inarajan natural pools in Guam
from $2,000
No SS
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Ocean Voyage: From Guam to Osaka

Guam to Osaka - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Discover Guam Chamorro traditions
  • Admire waves from the upper deck
  • Savor Osaka unique seafood flavors
  • Discover sailing techniques
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Guam / Osaka
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Board the Le Soleal for a 6-day ocean voyage perfect for sea lovers, dreamers, and keen observers of endless horizons to join this non-stop journey. Enjoy ship amenities, and learn about life at sea. Set sail from Guam's beaches and historic sites, cruise through the Western Pacific, and arrive in vibrant Osaka.
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Watch for whale blows!
from $15,590
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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit polar research stations
  • Explore drifting icebergs
  • See incredible polar wildlife
  • Hop on Zodiacs for outings
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Port of Ushuaia / Buenos Aires
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Join L'Austral for this 12-day polar expedition cruise to the heart of the Antarctic Peninsula. Embark on an unforgettable voyage and succumb to the enchantment of the breathtaking landscapes inhabited by astonishing wildlife. Explore the Gentoo, Adelie, and chinstrap penguins, humpback whales, seals, and seabirds.
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King penguins on South Georgia
from $21,460
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Journey to Austral Lands and Valdes Peninsula

Buenos Aires to Ushuaia - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Salisbury Plain penguins
  • Cross the Drake Passage
  • Land at Gold Harbor
  • Zodiac outings in Antarctica
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
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Variable
Sail from Buenos Aires to Ushuaia on this 19-day expedition aboard Le Boreal, exploring the Falklands, South Georgia, and the Antarctic Peninsula. Watch wildlife like penguins, orcas, and seals. Experience landings, zodiac outings, and remote glaciers across one of the world’s last true wildernesses.
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Nights in Ushuaia
from $9,050
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The Best of Chilean Fjords

Valparaiso to Ushuia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Cruise the Pulluche Canal
  • Discover Tortel's wooden walkways
  • Explore Puerto Williams
  • Watch wildlife in Tuckers Islets
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Valparaiso / Port of Ushuaia
Activities
Kayaking
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Variable
Sail from Valparaiso to Ushuaia on a 15-day expedition cruise through Chilean Patagonia aboard L' Austral. Discover glaciers, fjords, historic towns, and UNESCO sites aboard a small ship designed for remote exploration.
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Chinstrap Penguins during wildlife tour
from $12,660
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Emblematic Antarctica

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
  • Observe magnificent wildlife
  • Visit research and whaling stations
  • Learn from a team of expert guides
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Buenos Aires / Ushuaia
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Variable
Join Le Boreal for a 12-day Emblematic Antarctica Cruise. Sail from Ushuaia to an enchanting polar desert, a final frontier where penguins number in the thousands and humpback whales patrol the icy waters.
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