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Explore beautiful Montreal
from $13,110
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Jazz at Sea from Quebec to the Big Apple

Montreal - New York - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Old Quebec City
  • Watch whales in Tadoussac
  • Discover Peggy’s Cove village
  • Tour Fortress of Louisbourg
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Montreal / New York City
Activities
Hiking, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise on a 13-day voyage from Montreal to New York aboard Le Lyrial. Explore Quebec’s historic charm, watch whales near Tadoussac, tour scenic Magdalen Islands, and visit Peggy’s Cove. Discover Cape Breton, Yarmouth, Newport, and iconic New York City. Includes guided tours, cultural experiences, and nature encounters.
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Terraced rice fields
from $10,650
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Tropical Indonesian Odyssey

Benoa - Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Spot Komodo dragons on Rinca
  • Discover Alor's moko drums
  • Walk Bali's rice terraces
  • Snorkel at Kei Islands
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Benoa / Darwin
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits, Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 13-day expedition cruise from Benoa, Bali to Darwin, Australia aboard Le Soleal. Visit Komodo National Park, Alor, Flores, and West Papua. Encounter wildlife, snorkel vibrant reefs, and explore remote villages shaped by centuries of culture and history.
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A pair of dragons on Komodo Island
from $10,140
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Indonesian Temples & Volcanoes

Bali - Singapore - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Encounter Komodo dragons
  • Witness Sumbawa Buffalo Race
  • Tour Semarang old town
  • Discover Ujung Kulon wildlife
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Benoa / Singapore
Activity Level
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Embark on a 13-day Indonesia cruise aboard Le Soleal. Encounter Komodo dragons, explore Javan volcanoes, witness buffalo races, and visit UNESCO-listed sites like Borobudur. Discover Belitung’s granite beaches and Java’s wildlife in Ujung Kulon. Experience cultural villages, national parks, and marine views throughout your Indonesian journey.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $36,120
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The Geographic North Pole

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen frontier
  • Navigate drifting Arctic sea ice
  • Reach the Geographic North Pole
  • Visit Ny Alesund scientific base
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Commandant Charcot, starting in Longyearbyen and sailing through Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes to the North Pole. Experience wildlife encounters, visit Ny Alesund, and explore breathtaking fjords while enjoying Zodiac landings with expert guides.
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Zodiacs during Antarctic tour in Paradise Bay
from $14,040
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Antarctica: The White Continent with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Experience adventure of Antarctica
  • Visit research stations
  • See incredible polar wildlife
  • Hop on Zodiacs for outings
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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Explore the Antarctic Peninsula on a 12-day expedition aboard L’Austral. Discover pristine landscapes, remarkable wildlife, and daily adventures among icebergs, glaciers, and thriving colonies of penguins and seals.
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Chinstrap Penguins during wildlife tour
from $13,410
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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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Albatross cruising the Drake Passage to Antarctica
from $13,410
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Emblematic Antarctica

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Embark on Zodiacs
  • Visit research and whaling stations
  • Look out for wildlife
  • Marvel at the dynamic landscapes
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Buenos Aires / Port of Ushuaia
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Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 12-day cruise to Antarctica aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Antarctic in a Zodiac reaching small harbors and coves unreachable by large cruise ships.
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Watch for whale blows!
from $13,410
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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
Activity Level
Variable
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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Saint Pierre and Miquelon
from $11,800
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Exploration along Saint Lawrence

Saint Pierre - Montreal - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Saint Pierre and Miquelon
  • Visit Cap-aux-Meules village
  • Encounter diverse wildlife
  • Marvel at Gros Morne Park
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St. Pierre / Montreal
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Embark on this 12-day cruise from Saint Pierre to Montreal aboard Le Lyrial. Witness the convergence of saltwater and freshwater along the Saint Lawrence River, explore the Saguenay River, and visit Quebec City's UNESCO-listed historic center.
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Wander through Rome
from $7,590
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From the City of Gods to the Eternal City

Athens - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore the Mediterranean
  • Explore notable stops
  • Explore southern Aegean Sea
  • Explore Civitavecchia
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Athens / Civitavecchia
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Variable
Join Le Bougainville on this 12-day journey from Athens to Civitavecchia, exploring the Mediterranean. Enjoy diverse experiences with included excursions at each port of call. Highlights include marveling at Taormina, exploring Chania, and visiting Phaestos Palace. Discover ancient cities, coastlines, and historical treasures.
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A young woman walks through a field of flowers
from $13,250
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Odyssey In The Heart of Japan’s Subtropical Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Amami Oshima
  • Discover Kerama's famed blue sea
  • Experience Kumejima's cultural rich
  • See Yonagunijima's rugged cliffs
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Osaka / Ishigaki
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Osaka to Ishigaki aboard Le Jacques-Cartier. Discover Okinawa, Yaeyama, and Sakishima Islands. Enjoy the beautiful "Kerama blue" of Zamami and Kumejima's traditional Eisa dance. Explore Taketomijima's village and Iriomotejima's biodiversity. Encounter Yonagunijima's rugged landscapes before ending in Ishigaki.
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from $9,540
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Culture and Islands of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit Menorca
  • Explore Sardinia
  • Discover Sicily
  • Experience Catania
  • Discover Syracuse
  • Discover Malta
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Barcelona / Valletta
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to Malta aboard L’Austral. Enjoy culinary and cultural experiences with an included excursion per port. Highlights include Menorca, Alghero, Cagliari, Trapani, Palermo, Lipari, Catania, Syracuse, Gozo, and ending in Valletta.
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Explore some of Indonesia's 17,000 islands
from $8,920
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Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands

Roundtrip Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Explore Darwin's multicultural city
  • Swim at Kei Islands' pristine beach
  • Snorkel Raja Ampat's vibrant reefs
  • Discover Banda Neira's charm
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Darwin / Darwin
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Variable
Discover Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands on this 12-day cruise aboard the Le Soleal. Explore pristine beaches, vibrant coral reefs, lush rainforests, and historic gems, starting and ending in multicultural Darwin.
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Elephant battle
from $9,780
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Madagascar & South Africa

Nosy Be - Durban - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Diverse cultural landscapes
  • Gardens and sandstone formations
  • Lemurs and limestone formations
  • South Africa's natural landscapes
  • Hluhluwe Park’s diverse wildlife
  • Durban's history and Zulu culture
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Nosy Be / Durban
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Variable
Join a 12-day cruise from Nosy Be to Durban aboard Le Bougainville, exploring Madagascar and South Africa. Visit Nosy Be’s beaches, Toliara’s gardens, and Mahajanga’s red rock formations. See baobab trees in Morondava, lemurs on Nosy Komba, and Nosy Hara’s limestone formations. Stop in Richards Bay for a safari before ending in Durban.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $10,770
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Tour Titanic Belfast
  • Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
  • Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
  • Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.
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Marvel at King George Falls
from $9,750
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Australia's Iconic Kimberley: Broome - Darwin

Broome - Darwin - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Discover Important Bird Area
  • Experience Horizontal Waterfalls
  • Visit Gwion Gwion art galleries
  • Explore the King George twin falls
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Broome / Darwin
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 11-day expedition cruise across the Kimberley Coast. Explore the ?Horizontal Waterfalls?, Montgomery reef, the Bonaparte Archipelago, and a lot of amazing places in fascinating Australia. Embark Le Soleal from Broome to Darwin with stops in: Lacepede Islands, Collier Bay, Hunter River, Swift Bay, King George River, and more.
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from $9,230
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Secrets of Central America

Colón - Puntarenas - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Discover National Parks
  • Sail through the Panama Canal
  • Encounter with Emberas tribe
  • Visit San Blas archipelago
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Colon / Puntarenas
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Variable
Join this 11-day Secrets of Central America cruise and explore Panama and Costa Rica, starting at San Lorenzo’s Fort and traveling from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Visit the San Blas Islands, the Pearl Islands, Darien National Park, and cross the Panama Canal. Meet local communities, and discover the biodiversity of Rio Esquinas and Curú Nature Reserve.
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Traditional Colourful Houses
from $23,920
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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik

Reykjavík - Reykjavík - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Meet the Inuit people
  • Join the dog sled activity
  • Sail to eastern coast of Greenland
  • Explore Ammassalik
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Kayaking, Skiing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 11-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the hypnotic and icy landscapes of the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions.
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