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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
$4,939
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Explore Amsterdam
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Admire views of the Lake Como
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of …
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Visit beautiful and historic Strasbourg
$2,463
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Christmastime in Alsace and Germany

Northbound - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Envision
  • Experience the Black Forest
  • Explore cozy Christmas markets
  • Visit historic Heidelberg Castle
  • Tour the Strasbourg Cathedral
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Frankfurt
Activities:
Christmas Market Visits, River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Board your comfortable ship in Basel and set sail from Switzerland to France and Germany. With beautiful passing views and quaint villages festively lit and decorated, this is a unique and unforgettable way to celebrate the season! Continue your Christmastime river cruise to Breisach, …
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Rock of Gibraltar
$3,860
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Spain, Morocco & Portugal

14 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • View Bonifacio's natural beauty
  • Explore luxurious Ibiza
  • Discover charming Motril
  • Visit Malaga to view architecture
Starts / Ends:
Civitavecchia / Lisbon
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper, discovering the Mediterranean, starting in Civitavecchia, and exploring Rome's iconic landmarks. Visit picturesque Bonifacio in Corsica, elegant Mahon in Menorca, and historic Palma de Mallorca. Sail to vibrant Ibiza, discover Cartagena's …
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Scattered houses of Tromso
$14,810
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From the Northern Lights to the Polar Night

Tromso - Lakselv - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore the Paris of the North
  • Witness the Northern Lights in Alta
  • Discover Hammerfest
  • Sail by Bear Island
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set off on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot with British Photo Ambassador Ian Dawson starting in Tromso and ending in Lakselv. Explore Tromsø, the "Paris of the north," with its neoclassical architecture and iconic Arctic Cathedral. Witness the Northern Lights in Alta …
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Cochem town on the Mosel River, Germany
$5,599
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The Rhine & Moselle (Northbound)

Basel - Amsterdam - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Avalon Imagery II
  • Explore Black Forest village
  • Visit Strasbourg's Gothic cathedral
  • Discover Heidelberg Castle ruins
  • Taste wine in Bernkastel
Starts / Ends:
Basel / Amsterdam
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Avalon Imagery II. Cruise along the Rhine and Moselle Rivers, starting in Basel, Switzerland, and visiting remarkable cities in Germany, France, and Amsterdam. Explore Breisach, the gateway to Germany's enchanting Black Forest, then journey to Strasbourg to …
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Houses of Greenland
$23,690
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Encounter with the Last Guardians of the North Pole

Roundtrip Nuuk - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Experience western Greenland
  • Immerse in Inuit culture
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Discover Baffin Bay
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join a 13-day Encounter with the Last Guardians of the North Pole Cruise roundtrip Nuuk aboard Le Commandant Charcot with featured guests Nicolas Dubreuil, French adventurer and polar specialist, and Sue Flood, British Photo Ambassador. Experience the timeless beauty and unique culture of western …
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Wander through Gaudi's masterpiece, Parc Güell
$13,199
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Journey of the Solar Eclipse

Barcelona - Monte Carlo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Discover Gaudí’s Park Güell
  • Stroll Gothic Quarter streets
  • Visit Valencia’s Arts and Sciences
  • Experience solar eclipse onboard
Starts / Ends:
Barcelona / Monte Carlo
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure through Spain and France. Start in Barcelona with Gaudí’s Park Güell and the Gothic Quarter. Explore Valencia’s Arts and Sciences and Europe’s largest aquarium. Enjoy Ibiza’s beaches and historic sites. Witness a solar eclipse at sea …
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Plaza in Lisbon, Portugal
$3,640
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Grand Voyage: Lisbon to Cannes

16 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Explore Portimao, city in Algarve
  • Visit Cadiz, 'the cup of silver'
  • Explore luxurious Ibiza
  • Admire St. Tropez's famous beaches
Starts / Ends:
Lisbon / Cannes
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 16-day cruise from Lisbon to Cannes aboard Star Flyer. Explore the western coast of the Iberian Peninsula and the Mediterranean Sea. Sail through Portimao, the largest city in the Algarve, and was traditionally a center for sardine fishing and processing. Next, Cadiz called 'the cup …
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Admire sun-soaked Malaga
$1,880
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Grand Prix Trials

7 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • Explore Malaga
  • Discover Granada
  • Experience Ibiza
  • Visit Mahon
Starts / Ends:
Malaga / Cannes
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 7-day cruise aboard the Royal Clipper through the stunning destinations of Malaga, Ibiza, Mahon, Fontvieille, and Cannes. In Malaga, marvel at the magnificent Moorish architecture of the Alcazaba and Castillo de Gibralfaro. Granada awaits with the breathtaking Alhambra Palace, a …
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An early morning view of Alesund, Norway
$14,660
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Autumn Splendours: From Lofoten to the Norwegian Fjords

Narvik-Bergen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Featuring Nick Rains
  • Explore Lofotr Viking Museum
  • Witness the cod fishing tradition
  • Embrace Bronnoysund's environment
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Bergen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, venturing into Autumn Splendours: From Lofoten to the Norwegian Fjords. Narvik, near the Arctic Circle, awaits potential recognition as a sustainable tourist destination, offering stunning mountain and fjord vistas. The historic Ofoten Line …
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Disko Bay
$25,520
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Disko Bay: Meeting the Inuit & Discovering the Unknown

Reykjavík - Nuuk - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Experience Perlan and Reykjavik
  • CruiseKing Frederick VI Coast
  • Navigate Prins Christian Sund
  • Inuit village of Aappilattoq
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Paris
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day Disko Bay: Meeting the Inuit & Discovering the Unknown Cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Reykjavik to Nuuk. Take in panoramic views from Perlan, the "Pearl of Reykjavík," and wander the historical center's streets. Cruise King Frederick VI Coast, …
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
$25,520
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Disko Bay: Meeting the Inuit & Discovering the Unknown

Nuuk - Reykjavik - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Experience Perlan and Reykjavik
  • CruiseKing Frederick VI Coast
  • Navigate Prins Christian Sund
  • Inuit village of Aappilattoq
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day Disko Bay: Meeting the Inuit & Discovering the Unknown Cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Nuuk to Reykjavik. Take in panoramic views from Perlan, the "Pearl of Reykjavík," and wander the historical center's streets. Cruise King Frederick VI Coast, …
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Romantic evening light over Basel
$3,499
Savings
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Taste Kölsch beer
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of …
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Touring on Seine river in Paris with sunset
$3,999
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Impressions of the Seine & Paris - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amadante
  • Explore onet’s gardens in Giverny
  • Discover Château d’Ambleville
  • Visit Château de Harcourt Arboretum
  • Enjoy Normandy’s beaches
Starts / Ends:
Paris' Seine River / Paris
Activities:
River Cruises, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover some of France’s most idyllic towns, including Lyons-la-Forêt, listed as one of the most beautiful villages in France; the seaside resort town of Honfleur, a favorite among the Impressionists; and Le Bec-Hellouin, a village with an exceptionally profound religious past that can …
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View of Strasbourg city
$3,823
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Medieval Treasures - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaprima
  • Explore “La Petite France”
  • Discover Speyer's Cathedral
  • Taste Romerberg's culinary delights
  • Enjoy historical Miltenberg
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Marvel at some of Europe’s grandest Baroque jewels at the Würzburg Residenz. Visit one of Mark Twain’s favorite cities, Heidelberg, and meander through Miltenberg, with its half-timbered houses that lean crookedly against one another. Take a gondola ride over Rüdesheim’s …
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Stroll through the romantic streets of Amsterdam
$3,499
Savings
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMora
  • Taste Kölsch beer
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of …
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Cruise the Rhine through Cologne
$5,039
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps

13 Day Itinerary aboard MS AmaMora
  • Explore Amsterdam
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Admire views of the Lake Como
Starts / Ends:
Amsterdam / Basel
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history. Then it’s off to Germany, where you’ll discover not only the grand city of Cologne but charming villages like the winemaking hamlet of Rüdesheim and the university town of …
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View of Strasbourg city
$3,899
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Medieval Treasures - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amacerto
  • Explore “La Petite France”
  • Discover Speyer's Cathedral
  • Taste Romerberg's culinary delights
  • Enjoy historical Miltenberg
Activities:
Biking, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Marvel at some of Europe’s grandest Baroque jewels at the Würzburg Residenz. Visit one of Mark Twain’s favorite cities, Heidelberg, and meander through Miltenberg, with its half-timbered houses that lean crookedly against one another. Take a gondola ride over Rüdesheim’s …
Cruise Details
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