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Cross the River Liffey while exploring Dublin
from $5,095
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The Jewels of Scotland

Dublin to Aberdeen - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Dublin’s historic landmarks
  • Visit Dunluce Castle ruins
  • Walk Giant’s Causeway stones
  • Observe Rathlin Island seabirds
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Dublin / Aberdeen
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Citizen Science
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Embark on a 7-day journey aboard Ocean Victory from Dublin to Aberdeen. Visit Dublin’s landmarks, the Giant’s Causeway, Tobermory, St Kilda, Kirkwall, and Invergordon. Discover cultural sites, historic towns, natural wonders, and wildlife along the coasts of Ireland and Scotland.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $12,107
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Ancient Isles: England, Ireland and Scotland

12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Celtic and Viking culture
  • Sail around Skellig Michael
  • Zodiac cruise in Scotland
  • Visit giant seabird colonies
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Windsor / Edinburgh
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Whale Watching
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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Portsmouth to Edinburgh aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Britain's, Ireland's, and Scotland's lesser-known wonders. Discover ancient megaliths, mysterious sea caves, historic dockyards, and lush botanical gardens.
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Golden light along the cliffs of the Irish coast
from $12,590
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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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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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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
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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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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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
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
Activities
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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A market in Bryggen, Bergen, Norway
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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Blue hour on the French coast
from $6,599
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Legends Of The Celtic Seas

London to Glasglow - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Visit St Mary's beaches and shops
  • St Malo coastal exploration
  • Dublin city landmark exploration
  • Belfast museum and garden visit
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London / Greenock
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Explore the United Kingdom on a 10-day cruise aboard World Voyager starting in London. Sail along the River Thames and view Tower Bridge, Greenwich, and central landmarks. This itinerary stands out for combining major United Kingdom cities with coastal towns and nearby European destinations.
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Explore the island of Guernsey
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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An early morning view of Alesund, Norway
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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Discover the rich history of Edinburgh
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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Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, a UNESCO World Heritage site
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
Activities
Local Market Visits
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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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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
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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