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Enjoy a gondola ride through beautiful Venice
from $8,180
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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea

Venice to Athens - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore Venice’s Historic Landmarks
  • Discover Hvar’s Ancient Heritage
  • Explore Dubrovnik’s Medieval Walls
  • Cross the Corinth Canal
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Venice / Athens
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Explore a 9-day cruise from Venice to Athens aboard Le Bougainville, visiting Hvar, Split, Ploce, Dubrovnik, Kotor, Saranda, Itea, and the Corinth Canal. Discover UNESCO World Heritage sites, ancient cities, historic monuments, local traditions, regional cuisine, and coastal landscapes across Croatia, Montenegro, Albania, and Greece. Visit museums.
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from $9,370
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Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Helsinki - Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Helsinki’s historic center
  • Visit Tallinn’s medieval center
  • Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
  • Experience Gdansk’s golden door
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
Activities
Urban Exploration
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Variable
Join this 8-day cruise aboard the Le Champlain featuring a special onboard talk by Nobel laureate Lech Walesa in Gdansk. Explore vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and stunning UNESCO sites from Helsinki to Copenhagen.
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Ruins of Greece
from $7,790
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Cruising the Mediterranean: Sicily, Sardinia, and Mallorca – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Barcelona - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit UNESCO sites in Valletta
  • Indulge in Sicilian seafood
  • Stroll Mahon's colorful streets
  • Transit the Corinth Canal passage
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Valletta / Tarragona
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Le Boreal cruise from Valletta to Barcelona. Visit Sicily’s historic cities, Sardinia’s archaeological treasures, and the Balearic Islands’ stunning landscapes. Shore excursions, transfers, and expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.
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Sagrada Familia Cathedral in Barcelona
from $6,880
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Cruising Southern Spain and Portugal – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Lisbon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Visit Barcelona UNESCO-listed sites
  • Visit Valencia'S modern landmarks
  • Discover Malaga historic sites
  • Explore the Balearic Islands
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Barcelona / Lisbon
Activities
Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail aboard Le Boreal on an exceptional 8-day itinerary that takes you along the Spanish and Portuguese coasts, from Barcelona to Lisbon. Visit Barcelona, Malaga, Cadiz, Lagos, and Lisbon. Enjoy cultural landmarks, stunning coastlines, and historic sites with expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.
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A group of puffins sit on the side of a cliff overlooking the ocean.
from $10,200
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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
  • Explore breathtaking Western Fjords
  • Go whale watching
  • Spot puffins and sea birds
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Iceland Voyage roundtrip from Reykjavik aboard Le Bellot to explore the Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys experts. You visit Heimaey, Grundarfjordur, Grimsey, Akureyri, and Isafjordur while experiencing breathtaking fjords, observing whales, and exploring geothermal wonders on this unforgettable Arctic adventure.
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The night lights of Akureyri
from $6,990
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Grimsey Arctic Circle crossing
  • Grundarfjordur Kirkjufell mountain
  • Akureyri fjord town exploration
  • See Grimsey island landscapes
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Sail through Iceland on an 8-day cruise aboard L'Austral, exploring Reykjavik, Vestmannaeyjar, Grundarfjordur, Grímsey, Akureyri, and Isafjordur. Experience Icelandic culture, wildlife, and Nordic scenery on a voyage focused on nature, geology, and dramatic Arctic landscapes throughout Iceland
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Wander the cobbled streets of Rovinj
from $6,700
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Croatia's Dalmatian Coast by Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Venice historic canals
  • Hike Mljet pristine trails
  • Climb Rovinj bell tower
  • Discover UNESCO listed sites
  • Discover Primosten coastal village
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Venice / Dubrovnik
Activities
Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day Adriatic cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, visiting historic cities, medieval towns, and beautiful islands. Explore Venice’s iconic canals, the stunning Dalmatian coast, and UNESCO World Heritage sites. Discover local culture, ancient landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes on this unforgettable journey through the Adriatic.
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Wander through the maze of colorful buildings on Santorini
from $6,870
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean

Athens Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Athens’ ancient monuments
  • Visit Patmos’ sacred sites
  • Discover Rhodes’ medieval streets
  • Marvel at Santorini cliffs
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Athens / Athens
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day journey aboard Le Laperouse from Athens, exploring Greece’s iconic islands and cultural landmarks. Visit Saint John sites in Patmos, explore Rhodes’ medieval streets, marvel at Santorini’s cliffs, discover Amorgos’ villages, delve into Delos’ ruins, enjoy Mykonos’ vibrant streets, and admire Nafplion’s fortress views.
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A stunning view of Nafplion, Greece
from $7,350
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Cruising the Aegean: Turkey and the Greek Isles – with Smithsonian Journeys

8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Discover sites of ancient Greece
  • Visit cultural and historical sites
  • Explore the Mycenae ruins
  • View the windmills of Mykonos
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Athens / Istanbul
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Variable
Cruise through Greece and Turkey aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville on an 8-day cruise. Visit iconic destinations like Athens, Nafplion, Paros, Delos, Mykonos, Kusadasi, Patmos, Canakkale, and Istanbul. Explore UNESCO landmarks, ancient ruins, picturesque villages, and turquoise coves. A perfect blend of history, culture, and breathtaking scenery awaits.
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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
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Rainforest Exploration, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
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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A whale plays near the surface at dusk.
from $74,152
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Unexplored Western Antarctica between Two Continents

Ushuaia to Hobart - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Drake Passage wildlife sailing
  • Marguerite Bay iceberg viewing
  • Balleny Islands wildlife encounter
  • Navigate Ross Sea historic sites
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Santiago / Hobart
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Variable
Embark on a 31-day Western Antarctica between Two Continents cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Cross the Drake Passage and enter Antarctic Peninsula for zodiac landings and wildlife viewing. Continue to Marguerite Bay and Charcot Island, then explore Marie Byrd Land and the Ross Sea. Observe penguins, seals, and whales.
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Penguins make their way up an icy slope
from $16,190
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Unexplored Eastern Antarctica between Two Continents

Hobart to Ushuaia - 31 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Antarctic Peninsula zodiac landings
  • Shackleton Ice Shelf cruise
  • See Wilkes Land glacier scenery
  • Observe George V Land wildlife
Activities
Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on 31-day Eastern Antarctica cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot and explore Antarctica’s remote regions. Travel across George V Land, Adelie Land, Wilkes Land, Queen Maud Land, and the Antarctic Peninsula. This voyage stands out for deep polar access, advanced research equipment, and rare routes across multiple Antarctic regions.
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