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Golden hour on the coast
from $16,995
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A United Kingdom: The Crown and the Clans

London - Edinburgh - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Discover iconic palaces in London
  • Explore timeless Guernsey
  • Wander maritime sites in Plymouth
  • Visit the dockyard in Belfast
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London / Edinburgh
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Urban Exploration, Land & Sea Exploration
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Join a 15-day cruise on the Douglas Mawson, exploring the historic rivalry between Scotland and England through key figures and events. Discover ancient castles and battlefields that reveal Scotland's quest for sovereignty under English monarchy.
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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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Photography Seminars, 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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Stroll through historic Dublin
from $8,390
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Scotland’s Wild Isles: Shetlands, Orkneys and Inner Hebrides

Dublin to Edinburgh - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Visit Rathlin Island cliffs
  • Explore Isle of Skye
  • Orkney Kirkwall tours
  • Visit Shetland island by Zodiac
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Dublin / Edinburgh
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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard National Geographic Explorer. Begin in Dublin and sail to Rathlin Island, Isle of Skye, Loch Ewe, Shetland, and Orkney before reaching Edinburgh. Explore puffin colonies, historic castles, Inverewe Gardens, Kirkwall, and Scapa Flow. Take guided hikes, Zodiac excursions, and witness remote island life.
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Rugged coastlines of the British Isles
from $7,880
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Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Fairlie - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore London’s vibrant landmarks
  • Visit Dover's iconic cliffs
  • Discover Cowes' scenic coast
  • Wander Canterbury Gothic cathedral
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London / Tobermory
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Discover the Irish Sea's rich history and breathtaking landscapes on this 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot. Highlights include Dover Castle, Tresco Gardens, Belfast's Titanic Museum, and the enchanting Hebrides, ending in Glasgow.
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Turquoise waters surrounding the islands
from $7,550
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Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Glasgow - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore London’s vibrant landmarks
  • Visit Dover's iconic cliffs
  • Discover Cowes' scenic coast
  • Wander Canterbury Gothic cathedral
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London / Glasgow
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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, exploring iconic landmarks, historic castles, and scenic coasts around the Irish Sea. Highlights include Dover Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, Tresco Gardens, and the Hebrides before ending near Glasgow.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $14,290
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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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Variable
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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Turquoise waters surrounding the islands
from $15,295
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The Isles of the British Isles

Portsmouth - Dublin - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore historic Portsmouth
  • Wander the Isle of Wight
  • Navigate the Isles of Scilly
  • Visit the Isle of Mull
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London / Dublin
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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking
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Variable
Join an 11-day cruise from Portsmouth to Dublin aboard the Sylvia Earle to explore the British Isles' isolated destinations. Experience the rich history and unique wildlife of places like the Isle of Man and Sark, all while uncovering island life narratives.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $6,480
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Hebrides and Highlands, lands of legends

Dublin to Glasgow - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Dublin landmarks
  • Cruise Shiant Islands
  • Explore Callanish Stones
  • Visit Duart Castle
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Dublin / Glasgow
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Variable
Sail from Dublin to Glasgow aboard Le Lyrial on a 10-day cruise through Scotland's Hebrides and west coast. Visit Portrush, Canna, Stornoway, St Kilda, Staffa, Iona, Fort William, and Duart Bay. This itinerary combines Scottish heritage, coastal wildlife, and remote island exploration.
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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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Visit charming Portree
from $7,490
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Sail scenic Loch Linnhe
  • Discover Fort William's Heritage
  • Explore historic Kirkwall Streets
  • Discover Lerwick's island heritage
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Glasgow / Bergen
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Local Market Visits
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Variable
Explore Scotland and Norway on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, visiting historic towns, islands, and fjords. Discover Glasgow, Loch Linnhe, Portree on the Isle of Skye, Kirkwall, and Lerwick. In Norway, admire Olden's glacier landscapes, explore Gudvangen near Naeroyfjord, and visit Bergen's historic quarter.
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Blue hour on the French coast
from $5,809
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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
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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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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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $11,500
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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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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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