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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean: with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville

• Smithsonian Journeys Cruise
• Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
• Sail the Santorini Caldera
• Explore Mykonos

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Athens / Athens

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Embark on an 8-day Aegean cruise from Athens, exploring ancient ruins, charming islands, and vibrant modern life. Visit Patmos, Rhodes, Crete's Heraklion and Knossos, Amorgos' traditional villages, Delos' sacred ruins, Mykonos' chic resorts, and Nafplion's Mycenae and Epidaurus before returning to Athens.

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from $9,523

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Croatia's Dalmatian Coast and Montenegro

Split to Split - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion

• See Mljet and Plitvice beauty
• Ston oyster tasting experience
• Watch the Korcula sword dance
• Taste Adriatic wines

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Split / Split

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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration, Festival Visits, Cooking Classes

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Cruise through Croatia and Montenegro on an 8-day expedition aboard National Geographic Orion. Explore medieval towns, national parks, and coastal traditions while enjoying wine tastings curated by Food & Wine Executive Editor Ray Isle, along with visits to oyster farms, cooking classes, and local cuisine.

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from $6,040

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Cruising Southern Spain and Portugal – with Smithsonian Journeys

Barcelona - Lisbon - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Visit Barcelona UNESCO-listed sites
• Visit Valencia'S modern landmarks
• Discover Malaga historic sites
• Explore the Balearic Islands

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Barcelona / Lisbon

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Land & Sea Exploration

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Set sail aboard Le Boreal on an exceptional 8-day itinerary that takes you along the Spanish and Portuguese coasts, from Barcelona to Lisbon. Visit Barcelona, Malaga, Cadiz, Lagos, and Lisbon. Enjoy cultural landmarks, stunning coastlines, and historic sites with expert-led discussions with Smithsonian Journeys.

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from $9,590

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Gems of the Danube

Budapest - Munich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Amber

• Explore Budapest’s architecture
• Visit Durnstein vineyards
• Discover Melk, magnificent abbey
• Explore Regensburg, medieval town

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Budapest / Munich

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Join an 8-day cruise from Budapest to Munich on the Scenic Amber, exploring historic cities along the Danube River. Experience Budapest's architecture, Vienna's musical heritage, and Germany's UNESCO-listed Regensburg while enjoying Central Europe's scenic beauty.

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from $11,425

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Early Summer Mediterranean Style

Valletta - Nice - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Cloud Spirit

• Discover Valletta's architecture
• Experience Ortigia’s Old Town
• Explore Corsica, Sardinia and Calvi
• Discover Amalfi and Amalfi Coast

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Valletta / Nice

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Sail from Malta to France on an 11-day Early Summer Mediterranean cruise aboard the Sea Cloud Spirit. Visit Valletta’s historic streets, Syracuse’s ancient ruins, and Taormina’s views of Mount Etna. Cruise past the Amalfi Coast, visit Capri’s grottos, Corsica’s cliffs, Sardinia’s Catalan past, and Calvi’s beaches. End in St. Tropez and scenic Nice.

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from $9,124

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Arctic Edges: Iceland Westfjords to East Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Explore Djupavík’s historic herring
• See calving tidewater glaciers
• Discover Skagafjorour’s saga herita
• Visit Vigur Island’s puffins

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Sail round-trip from Reykjavik on an 8-day Arctic adventure aboard National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Westfjords, Skagafjorour, and East Greenland’s glaciers and fjords. Encounter whales, puffins, and seals, visit historic fishing towns, hike to waterfalls, and immerse yourself in the region’s cultural heritage and natural beauty.

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from $10,695

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise Svalbard Fjords
• Explore rugged Bellsund fjord
• Navigate pristine ice in Hornsund
• Spot majestic polar bears
• Photograph vast Raudfjorden mountai

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking

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Embark on an 11-day Svalbard expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate dynamic sea ice, explore glaciers, fjords, and snow-covered mountains. Observe polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes, and seabird colonies while witnessing spring awakening in the High Arctic. Landings, ice walks, and guided exploration highlight this rare Arctic adventure.

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from $7,795

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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
• Sail from Leith’s historic port
• Walk Torshavn’s colorful streets
• Cruise past Svalbard’s icy fjords

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Edinburgh / Longyearbyen

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Embark on a 13-day expedition from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen on the Sea Spirit, exploring Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle's volcanic landscapes and Svalbard's pristine wilderness with expert-led excursions and breathtaking scenery.

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from $9,926

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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens

• Hear Hebridean wildlife insights
• Sip Whisky in Oban
• Visit Sacred Iona Island
• Explore Clava Cairns stones

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Inverness / Inverness

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Biking, Citizen Science

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Embark on an 8-day Scottish Highlands cruise aboard the Lord of the Glens, exploring iconic lochs, historic castles, and sacred islands like Iona. Discover charming towns like Oban and Tobermory, with guided walks, whisky tastings, and wildlife encounters amid breathtaking Highland scenery.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research hub
• Sail Monaco Glacier’s icy expanse
• Witness Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Embark on a 10-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Plancius. Sail through Spitsbergen's icy North Atlantic, with opportunities to spot whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and the magnificent polar bear.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Ny Alesund, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the remote Seven Islands.

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from $4,480

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Grand Voyage: Venice to Rome

Venice - Civitavecchia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper

• Admire Venice’s Renaissance palaces
• Explore Rovinj’s harbor
• Discover Sibenik’s cathedral
• Walk Dubrovnik’s historic walls

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Venice / Civitavecchia

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Small Ship Sailing, Local Market Visits

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Embark on a 15-day cruise from Venice to Civitavecchia aboard the Royal Clipper, exploring stunning Adriatic and Mediterranean destinations. Discover historical sites in Rovinj, Dubrovnik, and Syracuse while enjoying the natural beauty of islands like Ponza and Corsica.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Spot minke whales
• See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
• Witness the Monaco Glacier

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Scuba Diving

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Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen, historic town
• Visit Raudfjord, expansive glaciers
• Discover Monaco Glacier, ice cliffs
• Visit Alkhornet, Arctic wildlife

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the pack ice of northern Spitsbergen, offering abundant chances to spot whales, polar bears, seabirds, walruses, and a diverse array of Arctic wildlife.

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from $5,700

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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Sail Fuglefjorden’s polar haven
• Visit Raudfjord’s icy expanse
• Discover Trygghamna whaling relics

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Set out on an 11-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, departing from Longyearbyen to explore remote North Spitsbergen. Discover historic whaling sites, pristine glaciers, and diverse Arctic birdlife like the Little Auk, and witness polar bears in their natural habitat.

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from $3,610

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Greece, Montenegro & Croatia

Athens - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• View beautiful Mykonos
• Walk through sacred temples
• Discover historic Dubrovnik
• Explore the lovely Cres Town
• Visit inviting Korcula

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Piraeus / Venice

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Join Star Clipper on this 12-day cruise from Athens to Venice. Relax on the teak decks of the majestic tall ship as it sails along the clear waters around Mykonos, Santorini, Katakolon, Corfu, Kotor, Dubrovnik, Korcula, Hvar, Cres, and Venice! Along the way, you can learn about the mythology born here and soak in the sun!

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from $3,610

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Italy, Montenegro and Croatia

Venice - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Venice’s Grand Canal
• Discover Mali Losinj’s Cikat Bay
• Visit Sibenik’s St. James Cathedral
• Walk Dubrovnik’s ancient city walls

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Venice / Civitavecchia

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Set sail on a 12-day Star Clipper cruise from Venice, exploring Croatia's coastal gems and Montenegro's Kotor. Discover Italy's Apulia region, Sicily's Taormina, and end your journey in Civitavecchia, just outside Rome.

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from $3,610

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Rome to Athens

Civitavecchia - Piraeus - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper

• Explore Ponza’s harbor town
• Discover Sorrento’s ancient cliffs
• View Lipari’s bustling marina
• Wander Syracuse’s baroque piazzas

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Civitavecchia / Piraeus

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Join a 12-day cruise on the Star Clipper, starting from Civitavecchia and exploring Italy's Pontine Islands, the Aeolian Islands, and Sicily. Discover Greece's historic sites, including Olympia and picturesque Hydra, before concluding in Athens.

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