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Relax in beautiful Porto
$14,290
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The Unforgettable Douro

Porto to Porto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Azure
  • Enjoy a Fado performance
  • Enjoy a variety of activities
  • Explore the Douro Museum
  • Tour charming villages
  • Taste locally-produced wines
Starts / Ends:
Porto / Porto
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Portugal’s Douro River winds through stunning landscapes dotted with timeless towns that have preserved traditional ways of life. From elegant Lamego to Regua and Vega de Terron, find pockets of history and traditional living tucked amid the lush green hillsides of the Douro Valley. Board …
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Sun shining on the ice
$41,920
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The Geographic North Pole

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover the Geographic North Pole
  • Admire Scoresby Sund
  • Sailing the heart of the ice floe
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Push the limits of sailing with this exceptional new 16-day expedition cruise to the Geographic North Pole. To reach this mythical point covered by ice floe all year round, 700 km away from any emerged land, you will board Le Commandant-Charcot. Setting sail from Spitsbergen, enjoy an unforgettable …
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The towering ruins of the Acropolis rise over Athens
$1,950
EBD
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Antiquity to Byzantium

Athens to Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Explore Epidaurus
  • Discover Mycenae
  • Visit Gythion
  • Discover Monemvasia
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise on the Galileo and discover the wonders of Antiquity and Byzantium around the coast of the Peloponnese. Leap back into ancient history to amaze you and rich cultural diversity to intrigue you. With the guidance and knowledge of an experienced lecturer and guide, get to …
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
$19,195
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Jewels of the Arctic

Reykjavik - Oslo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Sail Denmark Strait’s waters
  • Sail through Svalbard’s coastlines
  • Explore East Greenland’s glaciers
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Oslo
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Oslo aboard the Sylvia Earle. Discover the wonders of Svalbard with its endless daylight, where polar bears roam, walruses rest on sea ice, and guillemots fill the air with their cries. In East Greenland, sail through the vast Scoresbysund …
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
$17,095
Savings
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Experience Svalbard
  • Discover East Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Explore Longyearbyen
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, commencing from Oslo and flying to Longyearbyen for an Arctic adventure in Svalbard. Guided by Expedition Team members, immerse yourself in diverse landscapes from fjords to fossil-rich polar deserts, encountering walruses, nesting …
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Black-legged kittiwake
$12,698
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Wild Scottish Isles & Iceland

Dublin - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Dublin’s historic streets
  • Cruise Calf of Man shores
  • Discover Tobermory's harbor
  • Visit St Kilda's stunning cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Dublin / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture. Begin in vibrant Dublin, exploring iconic sites like Dublin Castle and its rich literary heritage. Cruise to Calf of Man for a Zodiac journey, spotting seabirds along rugged shores, then visit historic Douglas on the Isle of Man, experiencing …
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Explore colorful villages on Rhodes
$11,990
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Greek Islands & Turkish Coastline

8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Experience Kusadasi's Grand Bazaar
  • Tour the Mausoleum at Halicarnassus
  • Explore the medieval city of Rhodes
  • Discover stunning Greek islands
Starts / Ends:
Piraeus / Piraeus
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the azure waters of the southeastern Aegean Sea on this 8-day cruise aboard the Emerald Azzurra. Embark in the port of Piraeus in Athens, stopping off to explore a number of the stunning Greek, Dodecanese and surrounding islands. From the Aegean island of Patmos where Saint John wrote the Book …
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Hassan II Mosque, Casablanca
$5,390
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Cruising from Morocco to Spain’s Andalusian Coast with Smithsonian Journeys

Casablanca - Lisbon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Casablanca
  • Experience Malaga
  • Explore Cadiz
  • Discover Tangier
Starts / Ends:
Casablanca / Lisbon
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, exploring from North Africa's Atlantic Coast to the Spanish Mediterranean. Dive into the region's profound historical legacy and dynamic modern culture. Beginning in Casablanca, Morocco, the cruise leads to Tangier, offering visits to the American …
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
$4,695
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Svalbard - Last Stop before the North Pole

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Northwest Spitzbergen
  • Experience Northeast Svalbard
  • Journey to North Svalbard
  • Explore Longyearbyen
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover Svalbard, a high-Arctic paradise. Immerse yourself in jaw-dropping natural beauty, encounter charismatic Arctic wildlife, and unravel the captivating history of this remarkable archipelago. Explore the Arctic …
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Walrus in the Arctic
$18,295
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Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
  • Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
  • Hike the tundra and explore
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to explore
  • Take the Polar Plunge
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition aboard the Ocean Explorer and discover three distinct Arctic regions. Venture beyond the Arctic Circle to explore Spitsbergen, known as the "wildlife capital of the Arctic" in the Svalbard archipelago and remote East Greenland, before ending your journey in …
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Arctic puffins
$10,095
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Arctic Odyssey: Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Greenland's Fjords
  • Visit Greenland's National Park
  • Enjoy Iceland's Westfjords' coasts
  • Discover the Svalbard Archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sea Spirit takes you on a 14-day journey through some of the most beautiful and remote parts of the Arctic. Discover the world's largest national park and fjord system on Greenland's east coast. Sail across awe-inspiring landscapes, including glaciers and waterfalls. Stroll through stunning …
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Porto with Dom Luis Bridge
$4,199
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Portugal's River of Gold

Lisbon-Porto - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Cruises
  • Tour the Jerónimos Monastery
  • Visit Vila Real's Mateus Palace
  • Explore Castelo Rodrigo
  • Enjoy Salamanca, Spain
Starts / Ends:
Lisbon / Salamanca
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Take in the natural beauty and rich history of the Douro River. Experience Lisbon's renaissance, revitalized by trendy galleries and eateries. Explore two of Iberia's most historic university towns: Coimbra, Portugal, and Salamanca, Spain. Tour Porto's port warehouses and enjoy …
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Unforgettable shades of blue
$13,100
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23 Days Extensive Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Akureyri - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Explore seldom-visited Kvitøya
  • Catch walruses at Kraemerpynten
  • Navigate Greenland's rugged coast
  • Explore Myggebugten
  • Trip to Akureyri, Iceland
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 23-day expedition cruise from Longyearbyen in Spitsbergen, sailing through the high Arctic's mesmerizing landscapes. Encounter the King of the Arctic, walruses, reindeer, and diverse bird species amidst pristine waters. Explore Kvitøya's remote beauty, paying homage to …
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Colorful Canary Islands
$17,878
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Atlantic Island Chronicles: Exploring Cabo Verde, the Canary Islands, and the Azores

Cabo Verde - Azores - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Visit UNESCO sites
  • Discover Madeira's flora and fauna
  • Learn the volcanic history
  • Local traditions and architecture
  • Discover Azores' food scene
Starts / Ends:
Praia / Sao Miguel
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore some of the Mediterranean islands on this 16-day Atlantic Island Chronicles: Exploring Cabo Verde, the Canary Islands, and the Azores from Cabo Verde to Azores aboard National Geographic Orion. The remote islands off the coast of Portugal and Western Africa beckon with rich history, …
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Hiking
$33,620
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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Discover the Nordaustlandet
  • Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
  • Sail through Hinlopen Strait
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day exploration of the north-east of Greenland. Unveil mythical places connected with the history of the Arctic discovery as you journey to the Ammassalik, Blosseville, and Ittoqqortoormiit regions. Then set sail through the drifting ice floes of the North Pole …
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The famous windmills of Mykonos
$11,650
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The Cyclades, in the Wake of Le Ponant

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Ponant
  • Discover Kythnos
  • Visit Monemvasia
  • Experience Serifos
  • Discover the island of Polyaigos
Starts / Ends:
Tinos / Kythnos
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Ponant, Relais & Châteaux's inaugural sailing yacht, roundtrip Athens. From Lavrio port near Athens, sail to the Cyclades. Explore Tinos, a well-preserved island, and venture to Polyaigos, an uninhabited island with white cliffs overlooking the …
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Wander through colorful Madeira
$10,930
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Six Island in Easter Bouquet

Las Palmas Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit
  • Enjoy Gran Canary's variety
  • Dive into Funchal's floral paradise
  • Discover forests in La Gomera's
  • Visit Santa Cruz volcanic landscape
Starts / Ends:
Las Palmas / Las Palmas
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise through the Canary Islands and Madeira aboard Sea Cloud Spirit. Begin your cruise in Las Palmas, Gran Canaria, known for its diverse landscapes, from towering black volcanoes to endless white beaches. Explore the romantic island of La Gomera with its rugged gorges and …
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The Northern Lights, Kirkjufell Iceland
$19,399
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Polar Eclipse Quest

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Harpa Concert Hall
  • Explore Perlan’s exhibitions
  • Witness solar eclipse at sea
  • Visit Kirkjufell Mountain
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day adventure through Iceland and Greenland aboard World Navigator. Begin in Reykjavik, where you can visit the Harpa Concert Hall and explore Perlan’s exhibitions. Continue to Patreksfjörður in the Westfjords to walk along Rauðisandur beach and see the Dynjandi …
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