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Explore beautiful Nashville
from $4,915
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Music Cities Cruise

Memphis, TN to Nashville, TN - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony
  • Explore Memphis
  • Discover Paducah
  • Experience Lake Barkley
  • Enjoy Nashville
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Memphis / Nashville
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Set sail on a 9-day cruise on the American Symphony from Memphis to Nashville, traversing the Mississippi, Ohio, and Cumberland rivers—Immerse in local music, nightly entertainment, and Southern cuisine amid America's heartland's scenic beauty.
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Sunken Garden at Butchart Garden, British Columbia
from $5,100
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Puget Sound & San Juan Islands Cruise

Roundtrip Seattle - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Visit Anacortes
  • Traverse the San Juan Islands
  • Visit Butchart Gardens
  • See wildlife in San Juan Islands
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Seattle / Seattle
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Whale Watching, Wine Tasting
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Embark on an 8-day adventure to Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands aboard American Constellation. Cruise to historic coastal towns. Explore wildlife and scenic beauty with excursions to Butchart Gardens and Olympic National Park.
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Enjoy the scenery of the Great Lakes
from $7,999
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Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago - Montreal - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Visit Willis Tower in Chicago
  • Explore the Henry Ford Museum
  • Visit Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
  • Discover Toronto's culture
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Chicago / Montreal
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Set sail on a 13-day from Chicago to Montreal, experiencing the Great Lakes in style aboard the Victory I. Each day offers unique experiences, from scenic sailing to cultural explorations, making this a one-of-a-kind adventure through North America's freshwater treasures.
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Mackinac Island, Michigan
from $10,570
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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Toronto's vibrant museums
  • Admire Niagara Falls' splendor
  • Navigate Detroit's waterways
  • Enjoy Chicago's urban elegance
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Toronto / Milwaukee
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Wildlife Viewing, Local Market Visits
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to explore the breathtaking Great Lakes. Begin in vibrant Toronto, marvel at Niagara Falls, explore Manitoulin Island, traverse the Soo Locks into Lake Superior, and relive Mackinac Island’s Victorian charm before concluding in Milwaukee.
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Bald eagles resting
from $11,100
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Treasures of the Inside Passage: Alaska and British Columbia

14 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest
  • Explore the San Juan Islands
  • Observe a traditional performance
  • Learn about the local cultures
  • Search for humpback whales
  • Kayak Misty Fjord’s waters
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Biking
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Explore the San Juan Islands, British Columbia’s Inside Passage, and Southeast Alaska on this exciting 14-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Quest. Enjoy exclusive encounters with this region's iconic wildlife, including bears, whales, eagles and more, as you hike & kayak through pristine temperate landscapes.
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Hatley Castle, Victoria
from $5,897
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Exploring British Columbia and the San Juan Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Learn the histories of First Nation
  • Search for killer whales
  • Enjoy a private evening event
  • Kayak and hike the wildlife coasts
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Seattle / Seattle
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Discover the powerful wilderness and warm charm of the Pacific Northwest over a wide-ranging week in the San Juan Islands and British Columbia on an 8-day expedition cruise aboard National Geographic Venture. Explore remote islands and sail through channels that teem with sea life and visit charming towns and First Nations heritage sites.
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Golden light over the Chicago skyline
from $6,799
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All Five Great Lakes

Toronto - Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Discover the diverse food scene
  • Enjoy the vibrant nightlife
  • Visit Niagara Falls
  • Explore Niagara Peninsula
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Toronto / Chicago
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Embark on an 11-day All Five Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Chicago aboard Victory I, exploring vibrant cities and stunning natural landscapes. Enjoy historical tours, and scenic sailing on this unique cruise through the heart of North America.
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Watch bears fishing for salmon
from $7,900
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Aleutian Islands Adventure with Kodiak, Katmai & Kenai Wilderness

Whittier - Dutch Harbor - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Explore Kenai Fjords National Park
  • Kayak through serene bays
  • Discover Katmai's vibrant wildernes
  • Experience Akutan Island
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Seward / Dutch Harbor
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Join Safari Explorer's 11-day Aleutian Islands Adventure. Discover Kenai Fjords, Kodiak Island, Katmai, Alaska Peninsula Refuge, Aniakchak, and Unga Island. Experience Akutan's active volcano and Unalaska's historic landmarks.
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Beautiful seascapes in Maine
from $6,710
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Maine Coast & Harbors Cruise

Portland - Bangor - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Cruise through Casco Bay
  • Sample fresh oysters in Bath
  • Visit Boothbay Harbor's garden
  • Taste a traditional lobsterbake
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Portland / Bar Harbor
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Cruise Maine’s coast for 9 days aboard American Glory. Sail Casco Bay, visit a Bath oyster farm, explore Boothbay’s gardens, enjoy a Rockland lobsterbake, tour Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, and walk its quaint downtown.
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Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
from $7,070
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Hudson River Fall Foliage

New York - New York - 8 Day Itinerary aboard American Glory
  • Visit Sleepy Hollow landmarks
  • Tour West Point Academy
  • Discover Hyde Park’s history
  • Admire Vanderbilt Mansion
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New York / Catskill
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Embark on a scenic Hudson River 8-day cruise from New York to Albany aboard American Glory. Visit historic sites in Sleepy Hollow, West Point, Kingston, Hyde Park, and Catskill. Enjoy scenic views, onboard enrichment, and cultural landmarks. Experience the beauty and history of the Hudson River on this unforgettable journey.
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Cruising the arctic waters
from $4,202
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Wild Alaska Escape: Haines, the Inian Islands, and Tracy Arm Fjord

Sitka to Juneau or reverse - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Journey by kayak into dramatic bays
  • Raft the Chilkat River with guides
  • See Haines by raft, bike, or foot
  • View glaciers and icebergs
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Sitka / Juneau
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Variable
Embark on exciting point-to-point kayak outings and long hikes along the forested coasts of Alaska on this 6-day Wild Alaska Escape Cruise from Sitka to Juneau aboard National Geographic Sea Bird. See bears, whales, and Steller sea lions. Enjoy a slice of Alaskan town life in Haines, known as the state’s ‘Adventure Capital.’
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Stunning Niagara Falls
from $7,999
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Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Montreal - Chicago - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Discover the city of Toronto
  • Visit the Henry Ford Museum
  • Visit Lake Huron
  • Savor local delicacies
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Montreal / Chicago
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark on an unforgettable 13-day cruise from Montreal to Chicago aboard the Victory I, exploring all five Great Lakes. This voyage combines scenic sailing with onshore excursions, offering a unique blend of urban exploration and natural wonders.
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Look for whales in Alaska
from $6,600
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Inside Passage and Gulf of Alaska Coastal Cruise

8 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Whisper
  • Explore the city of Vancouver
  • Gaze at glaciers and icebergs
  • Admire Ketchikan's totems
  • Explore the scenery of Seward
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Vancouver, BC / Seward
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Through the Inside Passage and its fjord-carved glaciers, discover Alaska's breathtaking coastline beauty. Silver Whisper takes you from Vancouver to Seward. This eight-day journey around Alaska's coast provides a breathtaking view of Alaska's incredible wildlife and scenery.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $6,295
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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Toronto Exploration
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
  • Point Pelee Birdwatching
  • Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
  • Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
  • Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm
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Lake Ontario / Milwaukee
Activities
Urban Exploration, Village Visits, Kayaking, Hiking
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Variable
On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.
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Three Killer Whales swimming side by side.
from $11,189
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A Remarkable Journey to Alaska, British Columbia & Haida Gwaii - Northbound

Vancouver - Sitka - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Sail into deep fjords & channels
  • Encounter & observe varied wildlife
  • Visit Haida Gwaii
  • Kayak in Misty Fjord's backwaters
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Vancouver, BC / Ford's Terror
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On this 15-day cruise aboard the Sea Bird, explore Alaska's Inside Passage, coastal British Columbia, and Haida Gwaii on this small ship adventure cruise. You'll visit Glacier Bay National Park, Gwaii Haanas National Park Reserve, Misty Fjords, and Tracy Arm, where you can see the pristine wilderness of this region and search for fascinating wildlife.
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Traveler on a glacier tour of Alaska.
from $6,600
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Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova

Seward Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer
  • Discover dozens of glaciers
  • Visit Cordova
  • Explore narrowing waterways
  • Enjoy different activities
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Seward / Seward
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Join an 8-day Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova cruise aboard Safari Explorer. Experience sailing Prince William Sound and different activities like kayaking and hiking; you will also get the chance to enjoy the glaciers.
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Explore the picturesque shoreline of Lake Superior
from $7,295
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Great Lakes Explorer

Milwaukee to Ontario - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Begin your journey in Milwaukee
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Explore shipwrecks, formations
  • Hike Killarney Park's scenic trails
  • Explore scenic vistas in Frazer Bay
  • Witness Soo Locks' wonders
  • Visit Thunder Bay's silver mine
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Milwaukee / Thunder Bay
Activities
Photography Seminars, Citizen Science, Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
This 8-day journey aboard the Viking Great Lakes brings you Milwaukee's rich history, the charm of Mackinac Island, the sunken shipwrecks of Fathom Five Marine Park, and the wilderness of Killarney Provincial Park. Discover Frazer Bay's beauty, the Soo Locks, Silver Islet, and Thunder Bay. Conclude your enriching journey and head home.
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $44,395
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Sisimiut's history
  • Discover Ilulissat’s Icefjord
  • Cruise the waters of Greenland
  • Visit Pond Inlet Inuit community
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Toronto / Anchorage
Activities
Adventure Options
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Join a 29-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle through the Northwest Passage, inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey. Experience Arctic Canada's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and local cultures while navigating challenging pack ice.
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