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City of Split on the waterfront
$1,795
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Dubrovnik to Split

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Ambassador
  • See the Biševo Blue Cave
  • Explore the Island of Vis
  • Walk around Mljet National Park
  • Visit the city of Dubrovnik
  • Wander around Korčula
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Join M/S Ambassador on its 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split and vice versa. This itinerary takes you to the most interesting sights of Dubrovnik, such as the City Walls and the historical center. Enjoy walking around Mljet National Park and seeing the Great and Small Lake and the Islet of St. …
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View of Hvar harbor
$1,770
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Split to Dubrovnik

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Ambassador
  • See the Biševo Blue Cave
  • Explore the Island of Vis
  • Walk around Mljet National Park
  • Visit the city of Dubrovnik
  • Wander around Korčula
Starts / Ends:
Split / Dubrovnik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Join M/S Ambassador on its 8-day cruise from Split to Dubrovnik. This itinerary takes you to the most exciting sights of Dubrovnik, such as the City Walls and the historical center. Enjoy walking around Mljet National Park and seeing the Great and Small Lakes and the Islet of St. Mary with its …
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Explore Palma de Mallorca
$2,030
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Balearic Islands & Spain

Nice - Malaga - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Promenade des Anglais
  • Explore Palma de Mallorca
  • Visit Cartagena
  • Discover the Old Town of Nice
Starts / Ends:
Nice / Malaga
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Star Flyer and journey along the azure shores of the French Riviera, starting in the enchanting city of Nice. Explore the charming Old Town, visit world-class museums, and bask in the Mediterranean sun. Then, venture to the stunning islands of Mahon, Palma de …
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The sunny coast of Sardinia
$2,030
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Ligurian Sea

8 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Experience a new age of sail
  • Discover Portoferraio's heritage
  • Visit Palombaggia beach
  • Explore medieval Alghero
Starts / Ends:
Cannes / Cannes
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Variable
Step aboard Star Flyer and discover a new age of sail, where the traditions of the past merge with the amenitiies of the present day. Experience friendly and gracious service and a delightful menu of international foods from the far corners of the earth. Fall asleep to the gentle rhythms of the …
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Korcula, Croatia
$1,720
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Split to Dubrovnik

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Mama Marija
  • Explore Split
  • Discover Vis
  • Experience Bisevo
  • Walk through Korcula
Starts / Ends:
Split / Dubrovnik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Starting in Split, this incredible 8-day voyage takes you on an exploration of coastal Croatia and its many hidden treasures. M/S Mama Marija sails across the beautiful turquoise Adriatic Sea, weaving its way between necklaces of islands dotting the Dalmatian coast. Explore the wild beauty and …
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Dubrovnik, Croatia
$1,510
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Dubrovnik to Split

8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Summer
  • See the city of Dubrovnik
  • Sail across Hvar Island
  • Explore Mljet National Park
  • Discover Vis' preserved nature
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Take this opportunity to join MS Summer on this 8-day cruise from Dubrovnik to Split. Visit Biševo Island and experience the enchanting Blue Cave that the island is most famous for. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage sites in Dubrovnik, or take the cable car to the top of Mount Srđ. While …
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Exploring Greenland
$22,295
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Encounter Svalbard
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Enjoy viewing wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover Svalbard's realm of perpetual daylight, where thrilling encounters with polar bears, walruses on sea ice, and echoing guillemot cries create unforgettable moments. In East Greenland, sail through …
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Viewing Brunnichs guillemots on columnar basalt cliffs
$15,295
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki
  • Discover Spitsbergen
  • Experience Spitsbergen
  • Lookout for Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise roundtrip to Helsinki aboard the Ultramarine. Explore remote landing sites with glimpses into 16th-century maritime culture. Marvel at iconic Arctic wildlife like walruses, reindeer, and polar bears. Enjoy birdwatching at the 14th of July Glacier and …
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
$20,265
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Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore secluded inlets by kayak
  • Encounter the Bronze Age ruins
  • Explore the culture of Faroe Island
  • Observe nesting seabirds
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an amazing 16-day Arctic journey from Norway to Iceland. Begin in Oslo with a tour of the Fram Museum celebrating polar explorers. Then, fly to Tromso for a look at its unique architecture and maritime history at the Polar Museum where you will board National Geographic Endurance. In …
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View of Hvar harbor
$12,390
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Croatian Coast and the Best of Adriatic

Venice - Dubrovnik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Explore Rovinj
  • Experience the attractions of Zadar
  • Discover Sibenik
  • Marvel at Hvar Town
Starts / Ends:
Venice / Dubrovnik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Begin your 8-day cruise of discovery in Venice, the gateway to Croatia. Cruise aboard the Emerald Azzurra and explore some of the Adriatic's most iconic destinations, including Rovinj, Zadar, Sibenik, Hvar, Split, Korcula, and Dubrovnik. Take a tour of Rovinj and visit the hilltop church of St. …
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Waterfront promenade in Split at dusk
$12,390
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Croatian Coast and the Best of the Adriatic

8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Marvel at Diocletian’s Palace
  • Visit Korcula, “Little Dubrovnik”
  • Relax on the shoreline of Hvar
  • Explore Croatia
Starts / Ends:
Dubrovnik / Venice
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
8-day Croatia in Depth cruise aboard Emerald Sakara takes you to the best Croatian cities along the Adriatic Coast. Sail the incomparable azure waters of the Adriatic coast, exploring some of Croatia’s renowned destinations. Walk the cobbles of Rovinj and witness the Roman ruins of Zadar. …
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Wander through Rome
$11,590
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Enchanting Italian Coastlines

Roundtrip Civitavecchia - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Sakara
  • Discover Capri
  • Experience Sorrento
  • Marvel at Gaeta
  • Explore Amalfi Coast
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise along the Italian coastline aboard the Emerald Sakara, starting and ending in Civitavecchia, the main port for Rome. Marvel at the intricate architecture of the Amalfi Coast, enjoy dining under the stars and among fragrant lemon trees in Capri, and explore the stunning …
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Visit the Baroque Cathedral of Syracuse
$8,220
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Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Livorno - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore Valletta's heritage
  • Discover Syracuse's history
  • Admire Taormina's scenic views
  • Experience Naples culture
Starts / Ends:
Valletta / Livorno
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the 9-day Cruising Southern Italy and Sicily with Smithsonian Journeys aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Begin in Valletta, Malta, exploring its historic streets and landmarks. Continue to Syracuse, Sicily, for a blend of ancient Greek and cultural influences, and Taormina, known for its views …
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Fair Isle
$11,495
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Discover Fair Isle
  • Experience Faroe Islands
  • Explore Jan Mayen
Starts / Ends:
Aberdeen / Helsinki
Activities:
Hiking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Aberdeen to Helsinki aboard the Ultramarine. This expedition takes you to some of the world's most remote islands, blending history, culture, and the mesmerizing midnight sun. Traverse the North Atlantic, encountering the rugged beauty of the Arctic, …
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Wander through the vibrant streets of Barcelona
$7,940
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A Solar Eclipse at Sea: Voyage Across the Western Mediterranean - with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Nice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Witness solar eclipse in Palma
  • Explore Palma de Mallorca’s coves
  • Discover Mahon’s colorful streets
  • See Portofino’s harbor
Starts / Ends:
Barcelona / Nice
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
This 9-day Mediterranean cruise from Barcelona to Nice aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville offers a blend of history, culture, and natural beauty, with a once-in-a-lifetime celestial event. On August 12, 2026, experience a total solar eclipse aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville as it sails near Palma de …
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
$7,170
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore iconic sites in Iceland
  • Explore North Atlantic landscapes
  • See incredible Arctic wildlife
  • Visit fishing villages and terrains
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise adventure through Iceland. From Reykjavik, choose from excursions at each port, visiting sites like the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and the Godafoss waterfalls. As you sail the North Atlantic, encounter fjords, waterfalls, fishing villages, and volcanic …
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Relax by the sea in sunny Nice
$7,510
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Isle of Beauty, Italian shores & Malta

Nice - Valletta - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Stroll Promenade des Anglais
  • Explore Napoleon’s exile home
  • Visit Lipari’s obsidian quarries
  • See Valletta’s Grandmasters Palace
Starts / Ends:
Nice / Valletta
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Spa Relaxation, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 11-day Mediterranean cruise from Nice to Valletta aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville. Stroll along the Promenade des Anglais or explore Chateau Hill. Next, visit Corsica, where Calvi welcomes you with stunning views from Notre-Dame-de-la-Serra and untouched natural beauty at the Revelatta …
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Explore historic Bonifacio atop the cliffs of Corsica
$7,690
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Mediterranean Island Voyage: Sicily, Sardinia, Corsica, and Elba – with Smithsonian Journeys

Valletta - Nice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Discover Mediterranean islands
  • Experience ancient ruins
  • Admire Byzantine-Arab mosaics
  • Explore medieval towns
  • Discover local cuisine
Starts / Ends:
Valletta / Nice
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 8-day Mediterranean Island Voyage with Smithsonian Journeys from Valletta to Nice on Le Bougainville where you can engage in discussions with two Smithsonian Journeys Experts onboard. Explore five Mediterranean islands on one itinerary, starting from Malta and moving on to Sicily, …
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There were two best aspects to our trip: 1. The Adventure Life folks and the folks in Athens and Crete who supported our itinerary, guided us, and ran the cooking program were all superb. 2. Everything they all planned for us went without a hitch. When we needed a bit of help, they came through with really good answers. We became aware of AL from a friend who had an excellent experience in a different location. So did we. We can recommend AL without reservation.
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