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Experience the enchanting beauty and rich cultural tapestry of the Main River with our 756 diverse Cruises for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey through picturesque villages, historic castles, and lush vineyards along the Main River. From the charming town of Bamberg to the famous vineyards of Franconia, you'll discover the heart of Germany's wine country and immerse yourself in the region's fascinating history and culinary delights. Engage in wine tasting, village visits, and scenic hikes, all while surrounded by the stunning landscapes that have inspired poets and artists for centuries. With options for cultural exploration, food & wine experiences, and breathtaking river views, this adventure offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to delve into the captivating nature, history, and culture of the Main River. Contact one of Adventure Life's river cruise specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Explore the heart of the ancient world
from $3,490
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Classical Greece

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Variety Voyager
  • Explore the beautiful Cyclades
  • Discover Delos archaeological site
  • Tour Nafplion's old quarter
  • Explore Kea’s charming port
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Athens / Athens
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Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling
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Variable
Join an 8-day cruise on the Variety Voyager, exploring Greece's beautiful islands like Mykonos and Santorini and historic sites like Delos and Knossos. Enjoy stunning landscapes, relax on Kythira, and experience the culture and cuisine of Greece.
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Glacial ice in Greenland
from $13,295
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South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Reykjavik,Iceland's capital
  • Experience Westlands
  • Discover Arctic Patagonia
  • Explore East Coast of Greenland
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Hiking, Helicopter Tours, Camping
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Join a 13-day roundtrip expedition cruise to Reykjavik on the Ultramarine. Explore South Greenland's stunning alpine peaks and remote ridges through heli-hiking and flight-seeing excursions. Step onto the immense Greenland Ice Sheet, the world's second-largest ice mass.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $24,972
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard (Northbound)

Bergen - Oslo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore the rare northern fjords
  • Paddle in a deep fjord
  • Explore Lofoten Islands
  • Visit the famous building in Tromso
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Bergen / Oslo
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Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Resolution, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $16,795
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Experience Camp Barentz
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Look out for birdlife
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Join a 12-day expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer roundtrip Oslo, discovering the marvels of Svalbard's perpetual daylight. Encounter polar bears and guillemots, explore flower-covered tundra, and spot Arctic foxes and historical explorer camps.
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Explore Sibenik on the Dalmatian Coast
from $3,870
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Italy, Montenegro & Croatia

Venice - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Admire Venice’s domes
  • Wander Rovinj’s medieval streets
  • Discover Sibenik’s coastal lanes
  • Explore Kotor’s medieval town
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Venice / Civitavecchia
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Set sail on a 12-day Royal Clipper cruise through the Mediterranean, visiting stunning destinations like Venice, Dubrovnik, and Syracuse. Experience rich history and culture while enjoying scenic views and a relaxing day at sea before concluding in Civitavecchia, near Rome.
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Stunning views from your zodiac cruise
from $7,450
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe massive icebergs
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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This 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breath-taking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are home to seals, seabirds, whales, and polar bears, topped off with nighttime viewing of the Northern Lights.
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Enormous tabular icebergs dominate the Arctic landscape
from $8,195
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Hallgrimskirkja landmark
  • Marvel at Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Kayaking, Adventure Options, Photography Seminars, Northern Lights
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Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sea Spirit. Experience stunning fjords, icebergs, and wildlife in Greenland, visit an Inuit village, and enjoy various outdoor activities before returning to Iceland's Westfjords.
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Grossmunster Cathedral, Zurich
from $5,399
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Enchanting Rhine

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Enjoy panoramic views of Zürich
  • Walk along Lucerne's famous streets
  • Visit the iconic Heidelberg Castle
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
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After spending two nights in both Zurich and Lucerne, Switzerland, board the MS Amaprima on an exclusive 7-day Rhine River cruise through the historic old towns and big cities of Germany, the historic borderlands of Strasbourg, France, and finally to Amsterdam in the Netherlands.
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Walking in Santorini
from $2,410
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Southern Cyclades

Roundtrip Piraeus - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Piraeus vibrant port city
  • Wander Rhodes medieval streets
  • Discover Bodrum rich history
  • Admire Santorini whitewashed cliffs
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Piraeus / Piraeus
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Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail for 8 days on the Star Flyer, exploring historic Aegean ports from Piraeus to Rhodes and Bodrum while enjoying stunning views in Santorini and Hydra. Experience local culture, cuisine, and relaxation, culminating in a memorable return to Piraeus.
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Visit charming Passau
from $3,749
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Magna on the Danube - Budapest to Vilshofen

Budapest to Vilshofen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMagna
  • Experience Melk Abbey
  • Explore Passau
  • Discover Salzburg
  • Visit Vienna
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Budapest / Vilshofen
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Embark on an 8-day river cruise from Budapest to Vilshofen aboard MS AmaMagna. Enjoy captivating architecture, music, and culinary experiences. Explore Vienna's Baroque gems, savor epicurean delights, and discover vibrant cultures in Budapest and Bratislava.
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Heidelberg
from $7,219
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Rhine & Moselle Delights

15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Cruise tranquil Lake Lucerne
  • Explore Strasbourg on foot
  • Visit Trier, Germany’s oldest city
  • Admire Amsterdam's beauty
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This 15-day Rhine & Moselle River cruise aboard MS Amaprima takes you from Zurich to Basel to Amsterdam, passing through Germany and France along the way. Hike and bike in the lush Rhine Valley, stroll the "Crossroads of Europe" in Strasbourg, and savor the best wines and beers that have made this region famous.
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Scoresby Sund
from $15,540
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Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Cruise Viking Bay’s dramatic cliffs
  • Discover Danmark Island’s history
  • Sail Hare Fjord’s tranquil waters
  • Visit Bear Islands’ landscapes
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Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport
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Join this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord from Keflavik to explore Scoresbysund in autumn—Marvel at the northern lights illuminating serene fjords, drifting icebergs, and wildlife-rich Arctic shores.
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Stop in beautiful Parga
from $12,390
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Mediterranean Enchantments

8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Visit the site of Delphi
  • Explore the Albanian Riviera
  • Marvel at the town of Kotor
  • Explore ports in 4 countries
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Piraeus / Dubrovnik
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Urban Exploration
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Join this 8-day Eastern Mediterranean cruise aboard Emerald Azzurra and explore the wealth of beauty that Greece has to offer. Visit Sarandë on the Albanian Riviera, and Kotor, a truly stunning fortified town on Montenegro’s Adriatic Coast, and conclude in the iconic Croatian city of Dubrovnik.
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Porto Cityscape, Portugal
from $3,939
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Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only

Porto - Vega de Terron - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amavida
  • Explore Porto's historic old town
  • Taste Portugal's wines
  • Visit Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
  • Hike through Vega Terron, Spain
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Wine Tasting
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Sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MS Amavida from Porto through the stunning Douro River Valley, a UNESCO site of terraced vineyards and charming quintas. Enjoy wine tastings, historic villages, and the rich flavors of Spain and Portugal.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $17,250
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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore the Svalbard coast
  • Discover islands and fjords
  • Actively explore the scenery
  • Explore the coves and inlets
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Oslo / Oslo
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This 10-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Resolution takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.
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Bicycles are a part of everyday life in Europe
from $4,399
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Tulips & Windmills

Amsterdam-Antwerp - 10 Day Itinerary aboard River Princess
  • See panoramic views at A’DAM Tower
  • Visit to the Keukenhof garden.
  • Tour to Kröller-Müller Museum.
  • Visit Kinderdijk Windmill
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Amsterdam / Antwerp
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Biking, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on the River Princess in Amsterdam for an exciting 10-day river cruise to discover the best of the Netherlands and Belgium. Along the way, you see the unique attractions of Holland, like the extraordinary expanse of tulips at Keukenhof Gardens and the UNESCO-designated windmills at Kinderdijk.
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
from $6,099
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Ring Around Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Harpa Concert Hall
  • Visit Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
  • Experience culture of Isafjordur
  • Explore streets in Seydisfjordur
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
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Embark on an 8-day Reykjavik roundtrip cruise aboard World Traveller and explore Iceland's captivating landscapes. Spot puffins along the shoreline and immerse yourself in the country's natural wonders for an unforgettable journey.
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Porto with Dom Luis Bridge
from $4,929
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Enticing Douro

11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadouro
  • Tour Belem Tower
  • Explore the Castelo da Pena
  • Travel to Lamego
  • Enjoy Sandeman Winery
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Lisbon / Regua
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Taste wines from historic vineyards on this 11-day Douro River cruise aboard the MS Amadouro. After spending 3 days exploring Lisbon, embark on a 7-night roundtrip cruise from Porto, visiting Salamanca, Vega Terron, Regua, and Pinhao. Stops include Belem Tower, Castelo de Pena, Nossa Senhora dos Remédio, and Sandeman Winery.
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