UK Archaeology Cruises

from $5,460

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From the English Channel to the Irish Sea

Honfleur to Glasgow - 9 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit Giant’s Causeway
• Visit the Isles of Scilly castles
• Hike from Warrenpoint
• Explore Glasgow's art museum

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Honfleur / Glasgow

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Variable

Discover coastal beauty on a 9-day voyage from Honfleur to Glasgow aboard L' L'Austral. Explore England’s charming villages, Ireland’s colorful ports, and Northern Ireland’s iconic landscapes, walk ancient castles, see dramatic cliffs, and visit a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

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from $12,050

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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
• Meet Eysturoy villagers
• Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
• See Faroe villages

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Edinburgh / Reykjavik

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Urban Exploration

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.

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from $11,007

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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Scapa Flow visit
• Shetland island exploration
• Sail past Surtsey island
• Hike Heimaey volcano crater

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Edinburgh / Reykjavik

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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Hiking

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise in Edinburgh aboard National Geographic Explorer and sail north to Orkney, Shetland, and the Faroe Islands before reaching Iceland. Explore Kirkwall, St. Magnus Cathedral, Leitisvatn, Djupivogur, and Heimaey. Hike, navigate fjords, visit volcanic sites, and experience Viking history.

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from $7,060

$1000 SBC

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
• Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
• Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
• Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders

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Glasgow / Bergen

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.

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from $6,820

$1000 SBC

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
• Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
• Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
• Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders

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Glasgow / Bergen

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.

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from $8,795

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A D Day Commemoration

London to Paris - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson

• Witness D-Day’s lasting legacy
• Sail the English Channel
• Wander medieval Saint-Malo streets

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London / Paris

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Variable

Walk through history across London, Portsmouth, Normandy, Saint-Malo, and Guernsey. Visit iconic World War II landmarks, museums, and memorials on this unforgettable D-Day-inspired journey aboard Douglas Mawson.

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from $8,480

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The Hebrides Archipelago, a Journey Deep into the Heart of the Wilderness

Dublin - Glasgow, Scotland - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore the Trinity College Library
• View Giant’s Causeway
• Discover Iona’s abbey
• Watch puffins and seals

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Dublin / Glasgow

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Variable

Sail on a 10-day cruise exploring the Hebrides Archipelago from Dublin to Glasgow aboard Le Laperouse. Stroll through Portrush & marvel at the Giant’s Causeway, then to Rathlin Island, home to seabird colonies & the upside-down lighthouse. Glide into Loch Scavaig, ringed by the misty Cuillin Hills, & pause in Canna, the “garden of the Hebrides.”

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from $9,000

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Copenhagen to Southampton

13 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Dawn

• Explore Copenhagen by bike
• Tour Skara Brae
• Spot puffins and seabirds
• Visit Titanic Museum and Peace Wall

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Copenhagen / Falmouth

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Copenhagen to Southampton on this 13-day Silver Dawn cruise. Explore Skagen’s dune landscapes and vibrant port, then unwind during a serene day at sea. Continue to Scotland’s Shetland and Orkney Islands, where Iron Age towers, Viking history, and windswept cliffs await.

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from $18,270

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Scottish Isles & Norwegian Arctic

Glasgow - Tromso - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Visit Staffa's basalt columns
• Discover St Kilda seabird colonies
• Walk the Callanish Stones moor
• Explore Mousa Broch Iron Age tower

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Glasgow / Tromso

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Glasgow to Tromso aboard Aqua Lares, exploring Iona, St Kilda’s UNESCO site, and the Shetland Islands. Experience wildlife, cultural landmarks, and stunning coastal scenery across Scotland and Norway.

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from $9,595

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North Atlantic Wonders

Edinburgh - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Edinburgh historic streets
• Visit Bass Rock colony
• Tour Kirkwall and Orkney
• Explore Torshavn Viking heritage

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Edinburgh / Reykjavik

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 14-day cruise aboard Sea Spirit from Edinburgh to Reykjavík. Visit Bass Rock, Isle of May, Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Faroe Islands, Seyðisfjörður, Djúpivogur, Vestmannaeyjar, and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. See wildlife, volcanic landscapes, waterfalls, historic villages, and Iceland’s geothermal pools while exploring the Faroe Islands and Iceland.

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from $6,770

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Celtic Panoramas

Glasgow to Dublin - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore vibrant streets in Glasgow
• Sail scenic waters of Loch Linnhe
• Walk historic paths on Clare Island
• Hike coastal trails at Greencastle

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Glasgow / Dublin

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Variable

Sail 10 days aboard Le Lyrial exploring Celtic landscapes. Visit Glasgow, the Scottish Highlands, Isle of Mull, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, Galway, Donegal, the Giant Causeway, and the Isle of Man. Experience dramatic coastlines, historic towns, and sheltered ports with stunning scenery and cultural sites along the way.

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from $18,270

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Norwegian Arctic & Scottish Isles

Tromso - Glasgow - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Discover Trollfjorden’s cliffs
• Visit Reine in Lofoten Islands
• Enjoy Bronnoysund’s coastal beauty
• Uncover Mousa Broch in Shetland

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Tromso / Glasgow

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Tromso to Glasgow on Aqua Lares, exploring Norway’s fjords and Scotland’s islands. Experience highlights like Trollfjorden, the Lofoten Islands, and the UNESCO site of St Kilda before concluding your adventure in Glasgow.

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from $6,995

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Ireland and the Celtic Shores: Wildlife, Culture & Coastal Wonder

Glasgow Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Isle of Man
• Walk Pembrokeshire Coast
• Visit Killarney National Park
• See Giant’s Causeway

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Glasgow / Glasgow

Activities

Local Market Visits, Kayaking

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Variable

Spend 9 days aboard Ocean Victory from Glasgow, visiting Scotland, Isle of Man, Wales, and Ireland. Discover cultural heritage, coastal landscapes, historic towns, and UNESCO sites including Giant’s Causeway and Killarney National Park. Enjoy wildlife, local traditions, and the Atlantic’s natural beauty.

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from $16,995

EBD

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Wild Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords

Aberdeen - Tromso - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Explore Aberdeen’s cathedral
• Tour Glen Garioch Distillery
• Visit Papa Westray’s Knap of Howar
• Experience Fair Isle’s seabirds

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Aberdeen / Tromso

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Whale Watching

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day voyage from Scotland to Norway aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring ancient sites in the Orkney and Shetland Islands, Viking routes, and stunning Lofoten peaks. Experience the Arctic Circle's midnight sun, seabird colonies, and breathtaking fjords while delving into the region’s maritime heritage.

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from $26,730

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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• See Giant’s Causeway columns
• Visit Glencoe mountain valleys
• Hike Faroese mountains
• See Heimaey volcanic landscapes

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Glasgow / Reykjavik

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavík aboard Le Bellot. Explore Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Hebrides, Faroe Islands, and Iceland through guided hikes, cultural sites, wildlife cruises, and volcanic landscapes. Experience remote islands, basalt cliffs, and historic towns.

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from $8,350

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Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy

London to Paris - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Tapestry II

• Explore Westminster Abbey
• Visit Stonehenge monument
• Explore Edinburgh Castle
• See Normandy Beaches

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London / Paris

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Spa Relaxation, Biking, Land & Sea Exploration

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Variable

Discover Britain and France on a 16-day Britain Sampler with Paris to Normandy cruise aboard Avalon Tapestry II. Explore London, Stonehenge, Bath, Edinburgh Castle, York, and Stratford-upon-Avon. Then sail the Seine from Paris to Normandy, visiting Monet’s Giverny, Rouen, Auvers-sur-Oise, and the historic Normandy beaches.

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from $14,990

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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

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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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from $8,640

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords

Bergen - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Discover Glasgow’s vibrant arts
• Stroll Kirkwall’s medieval streets
• Admire Fort William’s scenery
• Experience Hebrides’ rugged beauty

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Bergen / Glasgow

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise on Le Laperouse, exploring Scotland and Norway's Celtic and Viking heritage. Discover stunning landscapes, ancient sites, and breathtaking wonders from Bergen to Glasgow, including the Orkney Islands and Isle of Skye.

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