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Japanese tea ceremony
$7,770
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Japan, Natural Archipelago and Secular Heritage

Osaka - Kagoshima - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Tomonoura's landscapes
  • Discover Moji's Meiji-era streets
  • Unveil Busan's contrasting charms
  • Experience Nagasaki's ambiance
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Kagoshima
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
On this enchanting 9-day cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier, explore Japan's Natural Archipelago and Secular Heritage. Departing from Osaka, sail to Tomonoura, inspired by Hayao Miyazaki's Ponyo. Discover Shimokamagari and Mitarai's fishing villages, then explore Moji's Meiji-era …
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Stop in beautiful Parga
$6,930
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From The City of Gods to The Canals of Venice

Athens - Venice - 9 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Discover Athens' cultural past
  • Marvel at the Corinth Canal
  • Stroll along Itea's old cobblestone
  • Taste the sweet life of Salento
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Venice
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore a 9-day cruise from Athens to Venice aboard L'Austral. Begin in Athens, discovering the Acropolis and vibrant Plaka. Sail through the Corinth Canal for a unique spectacle. In Itea, visit Delphi Sanctuary before embracing Parga's history and lively streets. Otranto in Italy offers …
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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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Admire the temples of the Athenian acropolis
$6,070
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At the heart of the Greek Islands

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • MAUD FONTENOY FOUNDATION
  • Enjoy UNESCO World Heritages Sites
  • Santorini caldera sunset
  • Swimming
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 8-day Greek Islands Cruise aboard L'Austral, experience the rich history and culture of the Aegean Sea on a cruise that visits Delos, the birthplace of Apollo according to mythology. Explore the iconic beaches and windmills of Mykonos, including the picturesque Alefkandra district, with …
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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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Discover beautiful Symi island
$6,310
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Cruising the Greek Islands of the Southern Aegean: with Smithsonian Journeys

8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Smithsonian Journeys Cruise
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Sail the Santorini Caldera
  • Explore Mykonos
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on the Le Dumont-d’Urville for an 8-day cruise to the southern Aegean's most stunning Greek islands, and take in the archipelago's rich cultural history and cool, turquoise waters. On your journey, stop by Patmos' Byzantine monastery, cruise Santorini's caldera, and …
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View of Hvar harbor
$4,340
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Cities and splendours of the Adriatic

Dubrovnik - Venice - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Explore Piran's medieval streets
  • Explore Hvar's Stari Grad
  • Visit Spritz's canals and churches
  • Discover Venetian town and streets
Starts / Ends:
Dubrovnik / Venice
Activities:
Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a Croatian cruise along the Dalmatian coast, unveiling treasures beyond the ordinary. In Dubrovnik, explore history-soaked streets and Fort Saint John's maritime wonders. Sail to Stari Grad on Hvar, a UNESCO site, meander through Bol's traditional charm, witness Zlatni Rat's …
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Relax on the beaches of the Greek Mediterranean
$5,810
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Cruising the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea: Venice to Athens with Smithsonian Journeys

Venice - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Explore the Dalmatian Coast
  • Discover UNESCO Heritage Sites
  • Roam Dubrovnik's medieval streets
Starts / Ends:
Venice / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience an 8-day cruise along the Dalmatian Coast and the Ionian Sea aboard L'Austral. Departing from Venice, delve into the allure of Hvar and Mostar's restored Ottoman charm. Discover Dubrovnik's medieval marvels before sailing to Kotor's Montenegro gem and Albania's …
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Explore the beautiful walkways of Santorini
$4,960
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The Jewels of the Aegean

Antalya - Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit Kusadasi's fishing village
  • Explore UNESCO World Heritage Sites
  • Discover Patmos's landscapes
  • Sail the Cyclades archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Antalya / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Set sail on the L'Austral for an 8-day cruise to the southern Aegean's most stunning Greek islands, and take in the archipelago's rich cultural history and cool, turquoise waters. Explore Antalya's Roman port, medieval Rhodes, mythic Patmos, and the historic fishing village turned …
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Enjoy the clear blue waters of the Canary Islands
$4,140
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The Canaries, lands of contrasts

8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Explore Fuerteventura sand dunes
  • Visit La Gomera's biosphere reserve
  • See Lanzarote's volcanic tunnels
  • See the whistling language of Silbo
Starts / Ends:
Las Palmas / Las Palmas
Activities:
Biking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 8-day cruise roundtrip to Las Palmas de Gran Canaria aboard Le Boreal to discover the beauty of the Canary Islands. See the stunning landscapes of these majestic islands, featuring lunar valleys with crimson and ashen reflections, lush vegetation, craggy coves, and sand dunes. Visit the …
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Adelie penguins
$45,960
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Unexplored East Antarctica & French Southern Lands

Hobart, Tasmania - Cape Town - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Trace footsteps of explorers
  • Set sail from Hobart
  • Navigate through coastal ice floes
  • wildlife of the Southern Ocean
  • eastern side of Antarctica
Starts / Ends:
Hobart / Cape Town
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Spa Relaxation, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 29-day half-circumnavigation of Antarctica aboard Le Commandant Charcot, from Tasmania to the southern tip of Africa, crossing the Pacific and Atlantic Oceans. Encounter icebergs and glaciers in Antarctic lands, following the paths of renowned explorers like Jules Dumont d’Urville …
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Breathtaking landscapes of Antarctica
$19,260
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Scott & Shackleton's Antarctica - Ross Sea Expedition

Dunedin Roundtrip - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Spot incredible wildlife
  • Explore unique flora and fauna
  • Follow the paths of explorers
  • Marvel at pristine ice formations
Starts / Ends:
Dunedin / Dunedin
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
An exciting voyage awaits those who dare to set foot in the rarely-visited Ross Sea and follow in the footsteps of legendary polar explorers. Set sail from Dunedin, New Zealand, and head south toward Antarctica to cruise the Ross Sea to learn about this interesting region, its history, and its …
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Kayaking
$56,120
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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Longyearbyen - Nome - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Set sail through the ice floe
  • Exploration of Svalbard
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
  • Experience brand new activities
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Nome
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Longyearbyen to Nome. Set sail on a never-traveled transpolar maritime route that is inaccessible to traditional ships. From the legendary Bering Strait, a link between the East and the West, to the ice-covered …
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Penguins on the shores of Antarctica
$21,180
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The Great Austral Loop

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Explore beaches & turquoise waters
  • View alpine landscapes and glaciers
  • Discover snow-capped mountains
  • See wildlife of Falkland Islands
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
From the world's southernmost city, Ushuaia, Argentina, board the L'Austral. Your 20-day cruise beegin your journey in the Falklands, sailing through an archipelago of 200 islands, accompanied by sei whales. The shores boast white sand beaches, jagged cliffs, windswept moors, and grass …
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Falkland Island
$13,730
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Falklands, South Georgia & Valdes Peninsula: in the heart of the wilderness

Ushuaia - Buenos Aires - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Join zodiac inflatables shore visit
  • Experience sea kayaking
  • Discover the Valdes Peninsula
  • View spectacular wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires
Activities:
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Le Boreal on this 20-day Falklands, South Georgia, and Valdes Peninsula cruise from Ushuaia to Buenos Aires. Set sail on the remote beaches of South Georgia and admire the black-and-white sea of penguins. Then hike along the rocky coastlines of the Falkland Islands and see the Gentoo and king …
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Sled dogs on Baffin Island, Canada
$23,320
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In the heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Explore Kitissuarsuit’s traditions
  • Visit Sisimiut's colorful town
  • Discover Pond Inlet landscapes
  • Explore Disko Bay’s icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise aboard Le Boreal, departing from Kangerlussuaq to explore Baffin Bay and the famed Northwest Passage. Discover Greenland's western coast, with its stunning icebergs in Disko Bay and charming villages surrounded by mountains. Explore Nunavut, retracing the …
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Icebergs in Greenland
$22,160
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In the heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
  • Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Admire the enormous Smoking Hills
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise to and from Kangerlussuaq aboard L'Austral to explore the Baffin Bay and the legendary Northwest Passage. Departing from Kangerlussuaq, journey through breathtaking Arctic landscapes, beginning with Greenland's western coast, featuring Disko Bay's …
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