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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $10,110
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From Scotland to Spitsbergen

Glasgow to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore historic Glasgow landmarks
  • Visit sacred Iona Abbey
  • Discover ancient Callanish Stones
  • Experience Spitsbergen's Arctic wil
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Sail on a 14-day voyage from Glasgow, Scotland, to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, aboard Le Lyrial. Discover Iona Abbey, the Callanish Stones, Mousa Broch, Norway's Lofoten Islands, Tromsø, Bear Island, and the dramatic fjords and glaciers of southwest Spitsbergen while enjoying enriching days at sea.
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $17,550
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From Svalbard to Iceland: A Polar Odyssey

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Ny-Ålesund History
  • Search Scoresby Sound Wildlife
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit Culture
  • Discover Iceland's Northern Coast
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Village Visits, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Explore the Arctic on this 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavík aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Spitsbergen, East Greenland, Scoresby Sound, Húsavík and Grundarfjörður. Experience Zodiac excursions, Arctic wildlife, remote settlements, fjords, glaciers and time at sea with onboard activities across three northern regions.
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Houses of Greenland
from $17,300
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Encounter with the Last Guardians of the North Pole

Roundtrip Nuuk - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Experience western Greenland
  • Immerse in Inuit culture
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Discover Baffin Bay
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Paris / Paris
Activities
Skiing, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 13-day Arctic cruise on Le Commandant Charcot. Sail from Nuuk through Disko Bay to the remote village of Kullorsuaq. Engage with traditional Inuit hunters and navigate the frozen expanses of Baffin Bay. This unique expedition provides rare access to the heart of the ice to observe polar bears and massive icebergs this Arctic spring.
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Visit beautiful Hydra
from $10,390
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Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore the rocky plateau of Athens
  • Explore Patmos
  • Admire volcanic beauty and ruins
  • Explore the Delphi Sanctuary
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Athens / Valletta
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring the enchanting destinations of Greece, Turkey, and Italy. Each destination offers unique experiences, from ancient ruins and historic monasteries to stunning beaches and charming villages.
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Blomstrandhalvoya landing with water and ice breaks in between, Spitsbergen Svalbard
from $38,140
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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
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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Balinese sunset, Indonesia
from $9,610
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Dragons, Reefs, and the Spice Islands – with Smithsonian Journeys

Benoa to Darwin - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Bali Temples
  • Visit Satonda Lake
  • Spot Saleh Bay whale sharks
  • Snorkel at Triton Bay
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Benoa / Darwin
Activities
Rainforest Exploration
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Variable
Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier from Bali to Darwin and explore Indonesia’s remote islands, coral-rich waters, and cultural treasures. Encounter whale sharks in Saleh Bay, spot Komodo dragons, snorkel in Triton Bay, visit Banda Neira, and discover traditional communities across the archipelago.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $34,980
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The Geographic North Pole

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Reach Geographic North Pole
  • Navigate Arctic sea ice
  • Spot Polar bears along Spitsbergen
  • Explore Northwest Spitsbergen
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Paris / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Longyearbyen through Spitsbergen and Arctic sea ice to the Geographic North Pole aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Navigate frozen landscapes, observe polar wildlife, explore fjords by Zodiac, and experience one of the world’s most remote expedition routes before returning to Svalbard.
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Fishing boats in Ngor Dakar, Senegal.
from $4,010
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Ocean Voyage: Walvis Bay - Dakar

Walvis Bay to Dakar - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Walvis Bay Flamingos viewing
  • Pelican Point seal colony
  • Atlantic Ocean scenic crossing
  • Madeleine Islands nature viewing
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Walvis Bay / Dakar
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 13-day cruise from Walvis Bay, Namibia, to Dakar, Senegal, aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Spot flamingos and Cape fur seals, enjoy onboard dining and entertainment, and watch for marine wildlife across the Atlantic before exploring Dakar, Goree Island, and the Madeleine Islands.
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A view of Helsinki, the largest city in Finland.
from $12,480
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Baltic shores and Hanseatic cities

Helsinki to Copenhagen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Visit Tallinn UNESCO Old Town
  • Visit Visby medieval city walls
  • Riga historic center walk
  • Visit Sweden through Visby
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse through Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Latvia, Poland, Denmark, and Germany. Visit Helsinki, Tallinn, Visby, Stockholm, Riga, Gdansk, Gudhjem, Wismar, and Copenhagen. Explore UNESCO-listed old towns, medieval landmarks, museums, waterfronts, and local culture.
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Zodiacs during Antarctic tour in Paradise Bay
from $16,260
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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
Starts / Ends
Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia
Activity Level
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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Penguin sighting in Antarctica
from $12,720
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Antarctica: The White Continent – with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Ushuaia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Explore the Antarctic Peninsula
  • Visit former whaling stations
  • Experience drifting icebergs
  • Observe diverse wildlife
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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activity Level
Variable
Join Le Boreal for a 12-day cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula roundtrip Ushuaia. Take a trip across the legendary Drake Passage and survey the remarkable wildlife of the White Continent, including Gentoo and Adelie penguins, Humpback whales, and seals. Marvel at the majestic landscape of icebergs, ice floes, and ancient glaciers.
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The tranquil tropical views of Madagascar
from $9,140
No SS
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Madagascar & South Africa

Durban to Nosy Be - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Durban cultural city
  • Experience snorkeling at Nosy Hara
  • See Nosy Komba lemurs
  • Experience Zulu heritage excursions
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Durban / Nosy Be
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Durban to Nosy Be aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Explore Richards Bay’s wildlife reserves, Toliara’s botanical treasures, Morondava’s baobabs, Majunga’s Cirque Rouge, Nosy Komba’s lemurs, Nosy Hara’s marine life, and Nosy Be’s forests and beaches.
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