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Puffin, Fair Isle, Scotland
from $16,995
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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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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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The unique rock formations of Giant's Causeway
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
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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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The dramatic coastline of the Shetland Islands
from $9,770
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The Wild Archipelagos of the North Atlantic

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Glasgow city exploration
  • Observe Shiant Islands wildlife
  • Visit Foula remote landscapes
  • Heimaey volcano visit
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark from Glasgow on an 11-day cruise aboard L'Austral to explore Scotland’s dramatic lochs, the Shiant and Outer Hebrides islands, remote Shetlands, Faroe Islands’ cliffs and villages, and Iceland’s fjords and volcanic landscapes. Hike, spot wildlife, and explore ancient sites along the route.
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Explore the historic cities and towns of the Bordeaux region
from $14,745
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Wonders of Europe: Bordeaux to London

Bordeaux - London - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Bordeaux Place de la Bourse
  • Visit Le Palais rocky coast
  • Discover St. Malo city walls
  • Walk Poole 16th-century buildings
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Bordeaux / London
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Set sail for 12 days aboard the Scenic Eclipse II, exploring Bordeaux's stunning architecture and renowned wines. Visit beautiful locations like Belle-Ile, Saint-Malo, and Ostend before concluding your journey along the River Thames.
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The Tyne Bridge across the Tyne River between Newcastle and Gateshead Quayside's in the north east of England
from $15,175
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London to Bergen: A Journey Through the Norwegian Fjords

London - Bergen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Tour London historic culture
  • Visit Great Yarmouth beaches
  • See Aberdeen Granite City
  • Admire Maloy Kannesteinen Rock
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London / Bergen
Activities
Village Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Join a 10-day cruise from London aboard Scenic Eclipse II, stopping at UK's Great Yarmouth and Aberdeen before exploring the Shetland Islands. Cross to Norway to experience its stunning fjords, visiting Nordfjordeid, Geiranger, and Maloy along the way.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $7,150
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords

Bergen - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Flam scenic railway journey
  • Olden glacier exploration
  • Fort William highland landscapes
  • Visit Glasgow cultural landmarks
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Bergen / Glasgow
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Sail aboard Le Laperouse from Bergen to Glasgow on an 8-day cruise, exploring Norway’s fjords and Scotland’s island landscapes. Visit Flam, Olden, Lerwick, Kirkwall, Portree, and Fort William, discover glaciers, scenic railways, historic towns, rugged coastlines, and cultural landmarks across Northern Europe.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $8,275
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Iceland, Faroe Islands and British Isles Cruise

Reykjavik to Dublin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Hike around Torshavn
  • Visit Neolithic Orkney
  • Discover Giant's Causeway
  • Experience Elduvik culture
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Reykjavik / Dublin
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise and explore Iceland’s volcanic landscapes, coastal towns, and scenic fjords before sailing to the Faroe Islands, Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Isle of Man, and Ireland aboard SH Diana. Visit Reykjavík, Heimaey, and Eskifjörður, then discover historic harbours, remote villages, castles, and UNESCO sites.
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Ha'penny Bridge in Dublin
from $5,095
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Ireland Circumnavigation

Dublin Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Dublin landmarks
  • Cruise Skellig Islands
  • Discover Galway culture
  • Explore Antrim Coast
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Dublin / Dublin
Activities
Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Variable
Explore Ireland’s coastline on a 7-day expedition from Dublin aboard Ocean Victory. Visit Cork, Knightstown, Skellig Islands, Galway, Aran Islands, Clare Island, and the Antrim Coast. Experience historic ports, coastal landscapes, island communities, and key cultural sites across Ireland.
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
from $30,710
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Scottish Isles, Arctic Circles & Svalbard

Glasgow - Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Iona landscapes
  • Discover Staffa and sea caves
  • Visit Callanish Stones site
  • Admire Alesund's coastal views
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Aqua Lares through Scotland, Norway, and Svalbard, visiting historic sites and wildlife-rich areas. Experience the beauty of remote landscapes and Arctic wildlife while enjoying expert-guided excursions and small-ship comfort.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $11,210
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Loch Linnhe scenic sailing
  • Visit Glencoe mountain valleys
  • Heimaey volcanic island discovery
  • Suduroy coastal village walks
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
Activities
Hiking
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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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Stroll through historic Dublin
from $15,695
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Ireland & Scotland: Saints, Saviours and Secrets

Dublin - Edinburgh - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Discover Ireland’s historic figures
  • Visit St Patrick’s grave
  • Visit Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
  • Learn Kilmainham Gaol's history
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Dublin / Edinburgh
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Variable
Sail through Ireland and Scotland on a 14-day cruise packed with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes aboard Douglas Mawson. Enjoy guided excursions and independent exploration in vibrant cities and remote landscapes.
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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
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
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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