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A woman admires the spring cherry blossoms, dressed in a kimono
from$11,270
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Island Wonders & the Soul of Ancestral Japan

Naha, Okinawa - Kobe - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Visit Okinawa & Subtropical Islands
  • Visit UNESCO-listed Yakushima
  • Explore Koshikijima Islands
  • Discover Amakusa’s History
  • Discover Sacred Iki Island
  • Jeju Island and the Seto Inland Sea
Starts / Ends:
Naha / Kobe
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day Island Wonders & the Soul of Ancestral Japan Cruise aboard Le Jacques Cartier. Starting in Okinawa, sail through subtropical islands like Zamami and Kikaijima, known for their stunning marine biodiversity. Visit Yakushima, a UNESCO World Heritage site, home to ancient cedars …
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Colorful Canary Islands
from$10,130
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Lisbon to the Canary Islands by Sea: Spain, Morocco, & Atlantic Isles – with Smithsonian Journeys

Lisbon - Las Palmas - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Discover Lisbon’s cultural landmark
  • Explore Lagos captivating coastline
  • Visit Cadiz’s historic streets
  • Wander Tangier’s vibrant medina
Starts / Ends:
Lisbon / Las Palmas
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, journeying from Portugal's Lisbon to Spain, Morocco, Madeira, and the Canary Islands. Discover rich cultures, historical landmarks, and breathtaking landscapes. Begin in Lisbon with a tour of the UNESCO-listed Belem Tower and the Gulbenkian Museum. …
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Houses of Greenland
from$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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Visit beautiful Hydra
from$9,340
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Ancient Wonders of the Mediterranean

Athens - Valletta - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore the rocky plateau of Athens
  • Explore Patmos
  • Admire volcanic beauty and ruins
  • Explore the Delphi Sanctuary
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Valletta
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, starting in Athens and sailing through the Aegean and Mediterranean seas. This adventure takes you to the historic sites of Patmos, the charming seaside town of Kusadasi, and the medieval splendor of Rhodes. Explore the ancient ruins of …
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Sunset over Nagasaki
from$13,400
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Authentic Japan

Busan to Osaka - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Explore Busan’s cultural treasures
  • Visit Nagasaki’s heritage landmarks
  • Tour Himeji’s iconic castle
  • View Takamatsu’s famous gardens
Starts / Ends:
Busan / Osaka
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail across Japan on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Soleal featuring cultural, historical, and natural landmarks. Begin in Busan, exploring Buddhist sites and lively streets. Admire the sandy beaches and pine forests of Karatsu. Visit Nagasaki’s Suwa Shrine and the Peace Memorial. Experience …
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Osaka's city lights after sunset
from$12,670
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Authentic Japan

Osaka to Busan - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Explore Busan’s cultural treasures
  • Explore Osaka's vibrant cityscape
  • Tour Himeji’s iconic castle
  • View Takamatsu’s famous gardens
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Busan
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the best of Japan on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Soleal, beginning in vibrant Osaka and concluding in bustling Busan. Visit historic sites like Himeji Castle, Kumano Sanzan shrines, and Hiroshima's Peace Memorial Park. Marvel at iconic landscapes, including Miyajima Island’s …
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Balinese sunset, Indonesia
from$10,450
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Tropical Indonesian Odyssey

Darwin - Benoa, Bali - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Encounter Komodo legendary dragons
  • Explore Maumere coastal charm
  • Discover Kalabahi rich traditions
  • Visit Kitikiti Waterfall wilderness
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Benoa
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Rainforest Exploration, Small Ship Sailing, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise aboard the Le Jacques Cartier, exploring Indonesia’s natural wonders. Departing from Darwin, journey to the Kei Islands, a serene paradise of pristine white-sand beaches. Continue to Triton Bay, where a zodiac cruise unveils rainforest-clad karst islands in a …
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Wander through Rome
from$7,590
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From the City of Gods to the Eternal City

Athens - Civitavecchia - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Explore the Mediterranean
  • Explore notable stops
  • Explore southern Aegean Sea
  • Explore Civitavecchia
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Civitavecchia
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day From the City of Gods to the Eternal City cruise from Athens to Civitavecchia aboard Le Bougainville, exploring the Mediterranean's ancient wonders. Travelers enjoy one complimentary excursion per port of call, with highlights including Taormina in Catania, Chania's …
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A young woman walks through a field of flowers
from$10,770
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Odyssey In The Heart of Japan’s Subtropical Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Jacques Cartier
  • Explore Amami Oshima
  • Discover Kerama's famed blue sea
  • Experience Kumejima's cultural rich
  • See Yonagunijima's rugged cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Osaka / Ishigaki
Activities:
Local Market Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Set off from Osaka on Le Jacques-Cartier, embarking on a 12-day cruise through the heart of Japan's subtropical islands. Discover Amami Oshima, where lush peaks meet coral reefs and Okinawan culture flourishes. After Iheyajima, sail south to Zamami in the Kerema archipelago, famed for its …
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from$9,540
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Culture and Islands of the Mediterranean

Barcelona - Valletta - 12 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit Menorca
  • Explore Sardinia
  • Discover Sicily
  • Experience Catania
  • Discover Syracuse
  • Discover Malta
Starts / Ends:
Barcelona / Valletta
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Barcelona to the Maltese coast aboard L’Austral, in partnership with Relais & Châteaux. This journey offers a blend of culinary and cultural experiences, with an included excursion per person at each port of call. Highlights include Menorca's rich …
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Explore some of Indonesia's 17,000 islands
from$8,920
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Raja Ampat and the Spice Islands

Roundtrip Darwin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Soleal
  • Explore Darwin's multicultural city
  • Swim at Kei Islands' pristine beach
  • Snorkel Raja Ampat's vibrant reefs
  • Discover Banda Neira's charm
Starts / Ends:
Darwin / Darwin
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Soleal and uncover the treasures of Raja Ampat and the legendary Spice Islands. These idyllic destinations boast breathtaking landscapes, pristine islands, and vibrant coral reefs. Your journey begins in Darwin, a dynamic city rich in multicultural heritage. Sail …
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Elephant battle
from$9,780
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Madagascar & South Africa

Nosy Be - Durban - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bougainville
  • Diverse cultural landscapes
  • Gardens and sandstone formations
  • Lemurs and limestone formations
  • South Africa's natural landscapes
  • Hluhluwe Park’s diverse wildlife
  • Durban's history and Zulu culture
Starts / Ends:
Nosy Be / Durban
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join a 12-day cruise from Nosy Be to Durban aboard Le Bougainville, exploring Madagascar and South Africa. Start on Nosy Be, known for its beaches and forests. Visit Toliara’s botanical gardens and Mahajanga’s red rock formations. See the baobab trees in Morondava and lemurs on Nosy …
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from$10,770
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Tour Titanic Belfast
  • Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
  • Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
  • Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes
Starts / Ends:
Glasgow / Reykjavik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing, Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse, exploring the rugged landscapes and coastal cities of Europe’s wild west. Start your journey in Glasgow, discovering vibrant streets, grand architecture, and world-class museums before sailing to Belfast, home of the …
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from$9,590
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Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords

Tromso - Copenhagen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Encounter Sami people
  • Explore the Lofoten archipelago
  • Visit Geiranger
  • Traverse the Eagle Road
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Copenhagen
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the beauty of the Norwegian fjords on this 11-day Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords cruise from Tromso to Copenhagen aboard Le Bellot. This adventure includes encounters with the Sami - an ancestral reindeer-herding people, visits to traditional camps, and the chance to witness the …
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from$10,150
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Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords

Tromso - Copenhagen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Encounter Sami people
  • Explore the Lofoten archipelago
  • Visit Geiranger
  • Traverse the Eagle Road
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Copenhagen
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the beauty of the Norwegian fjords on this 11-day Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords cruise from Tromso to Copenhagen aboard Le Champlain. This adventure includes encounters with the Sami - an ancestral reindeer-herding people, visits to traditional camps, and the chance to witness …
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Enjoy northern lights on an Arctic cruise
from$11,280
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Nordic Discoveries & Traditions

Roundtrip Tromso - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Narvik
  • Explore Lofoten and Trollfjorden
  • Discover Hammerfest
  • Visit Honningsvag
  • Experience the Northern Lights
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Tromso
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day journey aboard Le Champlain for an unforgettable winter expedition in Norway, starting from Tromso. Delve into snow-capped peaks, breathtaking scenery, and ancient customs. Immerse yourself in the Sami heritage in Narvik, then voyage southward to behold the ethereal landscapes …
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
from$15,110
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The Baltic Sea in partnership with the Paris Opera Ballet

Fredrikstad - Copenhagen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Stroll Aalborg’s Viking-era streets
  • Sail Copenhagen’s colorful canals
  • Enjoy onboard ballet performances
  • Visit Kalmar medieval castle
Starts / Ends:
Karlskrona / Copenhagen
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on an 11-day Baltic Sea cruise aboard Le Laperouse, blending art, history, and stunning scenery. In partnership with the Paris Opera Ballet, enjoy exclusive performances by prima ballerinas and company members, along with dance lessons, meet-and-greets, and expert-led conferences during …
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Admire sun-soaked Malaga
from$6,280
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From Iberian Shores to Greek Coastlines

Malaga - Athens - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville
  • Explore ancient Cartagena's history
  • Discover Cagliari's architecture
  • Visit picturesque Katakolon village
  • Cross the historic Corinth Canal
Starts / Ends:
Malaga / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Malaga to Athens aboard Le Dumont-d'Urville, exploring Spain's rich history and diverse cultures, the Balearic Islands, Sardinia, Sicily, and Greece. From the cultural treasures of Malaga and the ancient ruins of Cartagena to the captivating beauty of Palma …
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