United States Small Ship Cruises

from $6,600

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Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska Coastal Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Whisper

Starts / Ends

Vancouver, BC / Seward

Activity Level

Variable

Through the Inside Passage and its fjord-carved glaciers, discover Alaska's breathtaking coastline beauty. Silver Whisper takes you from Vancouver to Seward. This eight-day journey around Alaska's coast provides a breathtaking view of Alaska's incredible wildlife and scenery.

• Explore the city of Vancouver
• Gaze at glaciers and icebergs
• Admire Ketchikan's totems
• Explore the scenery of Seward

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from $6,295

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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

Starts / Ends

Lake Ontario / Milwaukee

Activities

Hiking, Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.

• Toronto Exploration
• Explore Mackinac Island
• Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
• Point Pelee Birdwatching
• Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
• Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
• Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm

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from $11,189

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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii - Northbound

Vancouver - Sitka - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird

Starts / Ends

Vancouver, BC / Ford's Terror

Activity Level

Variable

On this 15-day cruise aboard the Sea Bird, explore Alaska's Inside Passage, coastal British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii on this small ship adventure cruise. You'll visit Glacier Bay National Park, Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, Misty Fjords, and Tracy Arm, where you can see the pristine wilderness of this region and search for fascinating wildlife.

• Sail into deep fjords & channels
• Encounter & observe varied wildlife
• Visit Haida Gwaii
• Kayak in Misty Fjord's backwaters

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from $5,961

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Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest: Native Culture & Wildlife in the Land of the Spirit Bear

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture

Starts / Ends

Ketchikan / Ketchikan

Activities

Rainforest Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day roundtrip Alaska cruise from Ketchican aboard National Geographic Venture takes you to Prince Rupert, Great Bear Rainforest and Union Passage as you enjoy an active itinerary featuring ample opportunities to hike, kayak, and explore a northern rainforest brimming with wildlife.

• Kayak across Great Bear
• Look our for Kermode bears
• Swim at hot spring pools
• Experience unique landscapes

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from $6,600

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Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova

Seward Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer

Starts / Ends

Seward / Seward

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova cruise aboard Safari Explorer. Experience sailing Prince William Sound and different activities like kayaking and hiking; you will also get the chance to enjoy the glaciers.

• Discover dozens of glaciers
• Visit Cordova
• Explore narrowing waterways
• Enjoy different activities

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from $7,295

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Great Lakes Explorer

Milwaukee to Ontario - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

Starts / Ends

Milwaukee / Thunder Bay

Activities

Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

This 8-day journey aboard the Viking Great Lakes brings you Milwaukee's rich history, the charm of Mackinac Island, the sunken shipwrecks of Fathom Five Marine Park, and the wilderness of Killarney Provincial Park. Discover Frazer Bay's beauty, the Soo Locks, Silver Islet, and Thunder Bay. Conclude your enriching journey and head home.

• Begin your journey in Milwaukee
• Explore Mackinac Island
• Explore shipwrecks, formations
• Hike Killarney Park's scenic trails
• Explore scenic vistas in Frazer Bay
• Witness Soo Locks' wonders
• Visit Thunder Bay's silver mine

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from $8,600

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Montreal to New York, NY

Montreal - New York - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Shadow

Starts / Ends

Montreal / New York City

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Montreal to New York on the Silver Shadow, exploring Canada's Atlantic coast and New England's charm. Highlights include Quebec City, Prince Edward Island, and excursions like hikes and heritage walks, offering a blend of culture and relaxation.

• Discover Montreal’s landscape
• Explore Quebec City historic charm
• Experience Saguenay’s wilderness
• Stroll Charlottetown’s streets

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from $7,299

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New England and Canada

Portland - Toronto - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I

Starts / Ends

Portland / Toronto

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 12-day cruise from Portland to Toronto aboard Victory I and enjoy coastal views, local cuisine, and relaxing days at sea. This immersive journey blends Canadian culture, maritime history, and scenic waterways for a unique small-ship cruising experience.

• Explore Portland
• Watch whales in Saguenay Fjords
• Walk Old Quebec streets
• Explore Charlottetown history

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from $44,395

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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Anchorage

Activities

Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 29-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle through the Northwest Passage, inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey. Experience Arctic Canada's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and local cultures while navigating challenging pack ice.

• Explore Sisimiut's history
• Discover Ilulissat’s Icefjord
• Cruise the waters of Greenland
• Visit Pond Inlet Inuit community

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from $8,188

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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

Activities

Fishing

Activity Level

Variable

Explore massive glaciers, kayak scenic coastlines, encounter incredible and varied wildlife, and see the hidden wonders of Alaska. This exclusive 8-day sailing adventure aboard the National Geographic Quest is crafted to offer you the most in-depth experience of Alaska possible.

• View unique wildlife such as orcas
• Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
• Explore Alaskan ecosystems
• Hike & kayak in Icy Strait

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from $3,800

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Glacier Bay National Park Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer

Starts / Ends

Juneau / Juneau

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Join the Wilderness Discoverer on this exceptional 8-day Alaskan Cruise where you'll discover Glacier Bay National Park, a 3,223,384 acre park located in Alaska's panhandle, Spend your days viewing wildlife like black and brown bears, eagles, sea otters, harbor seals, sea lions, sea birds and more as you sail from Sitka to Juneau.

• Discover Glacier Bay National Park
• Admire Alaskan wildlife
• Visit Grand Pacific Glacier
• Hike down Fairweather Mountain

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from $17,100

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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Québec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Boston

Activity Level

Variable

On this 15-day Fall Foliage cruise from Toronto to Boston aboard Le Champlain, explore the stunning coastlines of eastern Canada and northern New England. Sail the St. Lawrence Seaway, visiting cities like Montréal, Québec City, and Charlottetown. Discover Nova Scotia's history in Baddeck, Louisbourg, and Lunenburg before concluding in Boston.

• Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
• Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
• Visit Old Quebec, a UNESCO site
• Colonial seaport of Charlottetown

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from $7,995

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Canadian Discovery

New York to Ontario - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

Starts / Ends

New York City / Toronto

Activities

Biking, Photography Seminars, Land & Sea Exploration, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 13-day Viking voyage from New York City to Toronto. Explore iconic landmarks, sail the Atlantic, experience the historic charm of Halifax, Prince Edward Island, Cap-aux-Meules, and Quebec City, traverse the St. Lawrence Seaway's engineering marvels, and enjoy Toronto's multicultural vibrancy for an unforgettable adventure.

• Explore New York landmarks
• Sail the Atlantic Ocean
• Enjoy ship amenities
• Discover historic Halifax
• Explore Prince Edward Island
• Explore Quebec City's charm

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from $56,120

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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Longyearbyen - Nome - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Nome

Activity Level

Variable

Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Longyearbyen to Nome. Cross these ice-covered landscapes of the Arctic by sea and explore the research projects that are part of the scientific mission taking place on board.

• Set sail through the ice floe
• Exploration of Svalbard
• Watch the arctic wildlife
• Experience brand new activities

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from $5,999

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New England and Canada

Montreal to Portland - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I

Starts / Ends

Montreal / Portland

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Montreal to Portland aboard the Voyager I. Experience Montreal’s European charm and explore Quebec City’s historic streets. Enjoy whale-watching in Saguenay Fjord and discover Charlottetown’s coastal beauty. Sail through the Strait of Canso, visit Halifax’s bustling waterfront, and end in vibrant Portland, Maine.

• Explore Montreal's European charm
• Visit Halifax’s Citadel Hill
• Stroll Portland’s historic streets
• Enjoy a scenic whale-watching

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from $3,800

EBD 10%

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Alaska Fjords & Glaciers

8 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Discoverer

Activity Level

Variable

Begin your 8-day Alaskan journey in the state's capital, Juneau. This cruise takes you through some of Alaska's most dramatic landscapes with opportunities to view a myriad of wildlife. Visit local towns along the way and learn about local cultures. End your cruise in Ketchikan, Alaska's first city!

• Explore glacial landscapes
• Watch for whales
• Navigate Wrangell Narrows
• Kayak along the Alaskan coast
• Explore Misty Fjords

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from $7,399

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New England and Canada

Toronto to Portland - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Portland

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Toronto to Portland aboard Victory II, experiencing vibrant cities, breathtaking landscapes, and rich maritime heritage. This adventure offers a blend of urban exploration, natural beauty, and cultural immersion.

• Explore Toronto's landmarks
• Visit Quebec City's historic sites
• Go on a whale-watching adventure
• Visit Halifax’s historic waterfront

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from $4,195

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North to True Alaska Expedition

Sitka - Juneau - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Baranof Dream

Starts / Ends

Sitka / Juneau

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day adventure aboard the Baranof Dream, exploring Alaska’s iconic wildlife, untouched wilderness bays, and lush rainforests. Enjoy kayaking and skiff excursions, marvel at the breathtaking Glacier Bay National Park, and visit three of the Inside Passage’s most historic and picturesque towns—Sitka, Skagway, and Juneau.

• Visit Glacier Bay
• Explore Baranof Island
• Stroll the town of Skagway
• Cruise Chatham Strait & Lynn Canal

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