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Enjoy the scenery of the Great Lakes
from $7,999
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Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago - Montreal - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Niagara Falls visit
  • See Cleveland Rock Hal
  • Observe Soo Locks transit
  • Mackinac Island cycling
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Chicago / Montreal
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Sail from Chicago to Montreal on a 13-day cruise aboard Victory I, exploring iconic cities, engineering marvels, and natural wonders. Scenic lake crossings offer time to unwind between dynamic destinations.
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Visit historic Baltimore
from $6,590
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Celebrating America's 250th: An Exploration of History and Culture

Halifax - Baltimore - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Talks by Martin Luther King III
  • Explore Boston’s Freedom Trail
  • Visit Newport mansions or sail bay
  • See New York’s Statue of Liberty
  • Explore Philadelphia historic sites
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Halifax / Baltimore
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Discover the 8-day Celebrating America's 250th Eastern Seaboard cruise on L'Austral from Halifax to Baltimore, featuring history-focused talks by Martin Luther King III and Arndrea Waters King. Highlights include Boston’s Freedom Trail, Newport’s Gilded Age mansions, New York’s Statue of Liberty, 9/11 Memorial, and Philadelphia’s Independence Hall.
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Explore the rocky shores and clear waters of Lake Superior
from $6,799
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All Five Great Lakes

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • See powerful Niagara Falls
  • Explore Cleveland’s rock history
  • Tour Milwaukee’s lakefront gems
  • Visit peaceful Mackinac Island
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Toronto / Chicago
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Biking
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Cruise the Great Lakes from Toronto to Chicago on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I. Explore museums, historic districts, and natural wonders while enjoying relaxing scenic days at sea.
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Relax on the shores of the Great Lakes
from $6,799
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All Five Great Lakes Reverse

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Cruise all five Great Lakes
  • Visit Niagara Falls up close
  • Tour Cleveland’s museums
  • Visit Mackinac Island
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Toronto / Chicago
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Embark on an 11-day All Five Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II and explore cultural hubs like Cleveland and Detroit, visit Niagara Falls, and relax on car-free Mackinac Island. Enjoy scenic days on Lake Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan, and Superior.
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Hatley Castle, Victoria
from $5,954
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Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Learn the histories of First Nation
  • Search for killer whales
  • Enjoy a private evening event
  • Kayak and hike the wildlife coasts
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Seattle / Seattle
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Discover the powerful wilderness and warm charm of the Pacific Northwest over a wide-ranging week in the San Juan Islands and British Columbia on an 8-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Venture. Explore remote islands and sail through channels that teem with sea life and visit charming towns and First Nations heritage sites.
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Stunning Niagara Falls
from $16,499
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Niagara & Great Lakes Treasures

Toronto - Milwaukee - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Admire cascade of Niagara Falls
  • Discover Detroit skyscrapers
  • Navigate Frazer Bay granite cliffs
  • Walk Chicago Magnificent Mile
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Toronto / Milwaukee
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Embark on a 17-day cruise aboard the Viking Great Lakes, exploring Niagara Falls, Detroit's skyline, and Georgian Bay's islands. Experience historic locks and remote coastal communities while enjoying the natural beauty and maritime heritage of this region.
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Watch bears fishing for salmon
from $13,600
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Aleutian Islands Adventure with Dutch Harbor and Kodiak

Seward - Dutch Harbor - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Explore Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Kayak through serene bays
  • Discover Katmai's vibrant wildernes
  • Experience Akutan Island
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Seward / Dutch Harbor
Activities
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Variable
Join Safari Explorer's 11-day Aleutian Islands Adventure. Discover Kenai Fjords, Kodiak Island, Katmai, Alaska Peninsula Refuge, Aniakchak, and Unga Island. Experience Akutan's active volcano and Unalaska's historic landmarks.
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Look for the lighthouses of the Great Lakes
from $9,570
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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Milwaukee - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Discover Toronto’s diversity
  • Explore Port Colborne beauty
  • Navigate Detroit River panoramas
  • Cruise Lake Michigan grandeur
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Toronto / Milwaukee
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Set sail on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot to uncover the Great Lakes' stunning landscapes and rich history. Highlights include Niagara Falls, Lake Huron's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Mackinac Island's Victorian charm, and Milwaukee's vibrant culture, making this an unforgettable journey.
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Visit the community of Wrangell, Alaska
from $10,200
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Alaska Inside Passage Cruise

Juneau to Tacoma - 16 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Glacier Bay cruising
  • Sail at Tracy Arm Fjord
  • Learn Norwegian heritage
  • Spot humpback whales
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Juneau / Friday Harbor
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Variable
Embark on a 16-day Alaska Inside Passage journey from Juneau to Tacoma aboard American Constitution. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, Tracy Arm Fjord, and historic ports including Skagway, Ketchikan, and Petersburg with expert-guided experiences and scenic cruising.
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Explore beautiful Alaska
from $13,600
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Aleutian Islands Adventure with Dutch Harbor and Kodiak

Seward to Dutch Harbor - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Wilderness Explorer
  • Kayak Kenai Fjords' glaciers
  • Watch bears fish at Katmai
  • Hike an Aleutian volcanic caldera
  • Explore Dutch Harbor's WWII sites
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Seward / Dutch Harbor
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Hiking, Village Visits, Whale Watching
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise through Alaska's Kenai Fjords, Kodiak, Katmai, and the Aleutian Islands aboard Wilderness Explorer. Kayak glacial bays, watch brown bears fish for salmon, and reach volcanic islands far past the usual Inside Passage route.
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Beautiful seascapes in Maine
from $5,240
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Maine Coast & Harbors Round-Trip Cruise

Portland Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Explore Historic Portland
  • Discover Fort Knox
  • Explore Acadia National Park
  • Discover Maine Maritime Heritage
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Portland / Portland
Activities
Urban Exploration
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Variable
Explore Maine’s coast on a 9-day cruise from Portland aboard American Independence. Visit Bucksport, Bangor, Bar Harbor, Rockland, Camden, Boothbay Harbor, and Bath. Discover Fort Knox, Acadia National Park, maritime heritage, seafood traditions, and coastal communities across southern and midcoast Maine.
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Sunset casts a golden glow over Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay Bridge
from $4,610
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Chesapeake Bay Cruise

Baltimore, MD Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Independence
  • Explore Baltimore Inner Harbor
  • Visit Jamestown Settlement museum
  • Learn Maryland distilling tradition
  • Explore the U.S. Naval Academy
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Baltimore / Baltimore
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Variable
Cruise the Chesapeake Bay on a 9-day cruise aboard American Independence, sailing from Baltimore to Yorktown, Williamsburg, St. Michaels, and Annapolis. Explore colonial streets, museums, battlefields, maritime towns, wildlife-rich waterways, and historic harbors through guided tours and scenic cruising.
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