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Whether you take to the waters regularly, or are considering stepping on board for the first time, we’re confident you’ll find a cruise to excite you. Our itinerary ideas are a good place to start, and detail sample trips designed by our specialists to showcase the variety of experiences on offer.

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  • Portland, Maine

    New England, Québec & Maritime Canada by cruise & train

    Canada and New England
    • Dive into the history of Montréal and Québec City on guided walking tours.

    • Explore the coastline of New England and Canada’s Maritime region from the comfort of your cruise ship.

    • Spot minke, humpback, blue and beluga whales from your ship’s deck in the St Lawrence River.

    • Relish the fresh seafood, berries and farm-to-fork flavors of New England and Québec.

    12 days from $4,655pp

  • M.S. Sonesta St. George I

    Highlights of Egypt: Cairo & Nile cruise

    Egypt
    • Privately tour the Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur pyramids, one of the earliest attempts at pyramid architecture.

    • Enjoy the scenery of the Nile Valley on a romantic three-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

    • Take a short motorboat ride to the incredibly peaceful and tranquil Philae Temple, close to Aswan.

    • Explore lesser-known and lesser-visited temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god, Sobek.

    8 days from $5,295pp

  • MY Pegasus, Seychelles

    Cruising in the Seychelles

    Seychelles
    • Discover the delights of Mahé on a customizable tour.

    • Cruise the Seychelles' inner islands.

    • Learn about the native coco de mer palm and endemic plants.

    • Enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

    • Meet wild giant tortoises up close on Curieuse Island.

    10 days from $6,600pp

  • Diocletian's Palace, Split

    Dalmatian coast by land & sea

    Croatia
    • Walking tour of Diocletian's Palace in Split.

    • Soparnik cookery demonstration and visit to Omis coastal village.

    • Three-night island cruise from Split to Korčula, Mljet and Dubrovnik on a Superior Deluxe small ship.

    • Historic walking tour of Korčula.

    • Salt lakes of Mljet National Park.

    • Dubrovnik walking tour and buggy ride.

    10 days from $7,550pp

  • Majuli Island, Assam

    Cruising in Assam

    India
    • Explore the old colonial capital of Calcutta.

    • Experience a relaxing cruise on the Brahmaputra.

    • Discover the fast disappearing Majuli river island.

    • Stay in a traditional Assamese tea bungalow.

    • Safari in Kaziranga National Park.

    13 days from $7,950pp

  • Rajmahal boat

    Cruising in west Bengal

    India
    • Explore Calcutta on an unusual walking tour.

    • Watch the world go by from the comfort of a river cruiser.

    • Discover the colonial French and Dutch settlements dotted along the riverbank.

    • Travel by boat, cycle rickshaw and train, avoiding the chaos of Indian roads.

    11 days from $8,100pp

  • Star Clipper

    Italy’s art cities & Adriatic Star Clippers cruise

    Italy and Croatia
    • Discover the secrets of Ancient Rome on a personal tour of the Colosseum.

    • Experience the Renaissance through a guided walking tour of Florence.

    • Explore gourmet Venice with a private, connoisseur-led bacari (small tavern) tour.

    • Discover the ancient ports of the Dalmatian Coast in both Croatia and Montenegro.

    • Unwind on a masted sailing ship as you navigate the Adriatic Sea.

    • Departs regularly May to August

    14 days from $8,205pp

  • Polar Bear and cub, Spitsbergen

    Ultimate Svalbard: 10-night cruise

    Denmark and Arctic
    • Spend time on deck searching for the elusive polar bear, walrus and surfacing whales.

    • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

    • Look for Arctic foxes on the prowl at the bottom of cliff nesting colonies.

    • Walk across barren landscape while learning the history of whalers and trappers who sheltered there.

    13 days from $8,800pp

  • Paphos Castle, Paphos

    Treasures of Egypt & the Cyprus Coast

    Egypt and Cyprus
    • Privately tour the pyramids of Giza, Saqqara, and Dahshur.

    • Sail the Nile on a romantic three-night cruise between Aswan and Luxor.

    • Discover Paphos city, the Archaeological Park, and Tombs of the Kings.

    • Enjoy local Cypriot cuisine and taste traditional wines in a picturesque village setting.

    12 days from $8,875pp

  • Edfu Temple, Upper Egypt

    Grand tour of Egypt

    Egypt
    • Privately tour the Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving ancient wonder of the world, Saqqara and Dahshur.

    • Sample a range of local delicacies and sumptuous street food on a tour through downtown Cairo.

    • Take a luxury cruise in a traditional Dahabiya boat and stop at all the major temples as well as small, tranquil, rural islands.

    • Fly to Abu Simbel to marvel at this awe-inspiring, towering temple complex, dedicated to Ramesses II.

    16 days from $8,995pp

  • A Polar Bear edges its way round a Walrus colony, Svalbard

    Spitsbergen highlights: 5-night cruise

    Norway and Arctic
    • Search for iconic Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and a wealth of birdlife.

    • Explore by Zodiac, getting close to glacier fronts, icebergs, and remote shorelines.

    • Walk on Arctic tundra with expert guides who bring the region’s ecology and history to life.

    • Experience dramatic fjords and towering glaciers, among the most striking landscapes in the High Arctic.

    8 days from $9,575pp

  • Frigatebird, Galapagos Islands

    Wildlife of Ecuador: Amazon & Galapagos

    Ecuador and Galapagos Islands
    • Galapagos Islands — "Darwin's laboratory" and a truly unique location with incredibly fearless wildlife.

    • Ecuadorian Amazon — home to some of the Amazon's most recognized ecolodges with excellent set up, guides and wildlife spotting opportunities.

    • Quito — a UNESCO World Heritage Site with fine colonial architecture.

    11 days from $9,850pp

  • Hubbard Glacier, Alaska

    Alaska Holland America cruise & Rocky Mountaineer train

    Canada and Alaska
    • Learn the history and culture of Jasper from your First Nations guide as you search for wildlife.

    • Pass through the towering peaks of the Canadian Rockies on the Icefields Parkway.

    • Zoom along the open road to glittering lakes and stunning viewpoints on a traditional Harley-Davidson.

    • Travel in timeless style on the Rocky Mountaineer to Vancouver.

    • Cruise through the Inside Passage to Alaska and experience the rich wildlife, gastronomy and culture.

    15 days from $9,930pp

  • Sydney Harbour

    Singapore to Australia Celebrity cruise & Queensland

    Australia
    • Visit Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, one of the world’s horticultural showpieces.

    • Relax on board a two-week luxury cruise from Singapore to Australia.

    • Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef or go hiking in the Daintree Rainforest.

    • Sip champagne and dine on fresh seafood as you sail around Sydney Harbour.

    • Go fishing and canoeing amid the mangroves of the Noosa Everglades.

    24 days from $10,250pp

  • Parc Güell, Barcelona

    Madrid & Barcelona with cruise to France and Italy

    Italy, Spain and France
    • Visit Gaudí’s most renowned works in Barcelona, including Park Güell.

    • Relax onboard your ship, enjoying views from the Rooftop Garden and the hot tubs in the solarium.

    • Take a privately chauffeured tour through the glamorous city of Cannes.

    • Hunt for truffles in the Tuscan countryside outside Florence.

    • Take a walking tour through Rome’s best-known food market.

    14 days from $11,430pp

  • Traditional Rabelo boat, Porto

    Douro AmaWaterways river cruise

    Spain and Portugal
    • Cruise in comfort from Porto to Vega de Terron.

    • Visit Mateus Palace and Gardens, home of Mateus rosé wine.

    • Take a guided hike in Lamego followed by a tasting of local specialities.

    • Tuck into a traditional home-cooked meal at a local quinta (country house).

    • Enjoy tastings of Porto’s finest export, port.

    13 days from $12,085pp

  • Musk Oxen

    East Greenland & Scoresby Sund: 9-night cruise

    Norway, Iceland and Arctic
    • Visit the spectacular Scoresby Sund, rich in Arctic wildlife from musk oxen to little auks.

    • Possible northern lights sightings when you travel toward the end of the year.

    • Whales, including the possibility of narwhals.

    • Visit Uunartoq, a remote island known for its geothermal activity and distinctive natural surroundings.

    13 days from $12,500pp

  • Milos

    Greece & Turkey with Silversea luxury cruise

    Greece
    • A privately guided tour of Athens’ Acropolis unlocks the history and mythology of the Parthenon.

    • Sailing around Milos to explore the liquid stone beaches.

    • Kayaking past sea caves and hidden coves once used by Aegean pirates.

    • Learn to make Mykonos’s signature cheese, kopanisti, with a S.A.L.T cooking class.

    • Departs regularly from May to September.

    12 days from $12,900pp

  • Luxor Temple, Luxor

    Luxury Cairo & the treasures of the Nile

    Egypt
    • Exclusive and private tour of the Giza Pyramids and Sphinx at sunrise with your expert guide.

    • Privately tour the even older pyramids of Saqqara and Dahshur, with your expert local guide.

    • Drift down the Nile on the deluxe Oberoi Philae, a luxury cruiser equipped with excellent facilities and serving first class cuisine.

    • Explore the fascinating tombs on the East and West Bank in Luxor, such as the iconic funerary temple of Hatshepsut.

    • Stay at the iconic Sofitel Legend Old Cataract hotel in Aswan, adored by Agatha Christie among others.

    13 days from $14,395pp

  • Torres del Paine National Park

    Grand tour of Patagonia across Argentina & Chile

    Argentina and Chile
    • Cruising on the Australis vessel around Cape Horn searching for penguin colonies and getting up close to impressive glaciers.

    • Exploring the great outdoors and dramatic scenery of Torres del Paine National Park.

    • Experiencing the vibrant city of Buenos Aires, home to the seductive Tango.

    • Get up close to the mighty Perito Moreno Glacier in El Calafate.

    14 days from $15,455pp

  • Dawes Glacier, Alaska

    Luxury Seabourn Alaska cruise & Berry Island

    Canada and Alaska
    • Take in the highlights of cosmopolitan Seattle.

    • Hike in Olympic National Park.

    • Enjoy a thrilling helicopter trip to the Mendenhall Glacier, then go dog-sledding on a glacier.

    • Embark on an eight-night luxury Seabourn cruise to discover coastal Alaska's spectacular scenery and wildlife.

    • Spend three nights at Farewell Harbour Lodge in the Great Bear Rainforest.

    14 days from $16,190pp

  • Adelie penguins, Antarctica

    Antarctic Peninsula cruise

    Antarctica and Argentina
    • Sit among a penguin colony.

    • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

    • Spend time on deck watching wandering albatross circle the boat while keeping an eye open for whales.

    • Kayak or trek in peace through untouched regions.

    13 days from $16,820pp

  • Sunrise over Raja Ampat

    Cruising Raja Ampat

    Indonesia
    • Visit the lesser visited and beautiful Raja Ampat.

    • Immerse yourself into local life far off the tourist trail.

    • Enjoy a few days of world-class diving and snorkeling.

    • Spend three nights in an overwater villa within the Raja Ampat archipelago.

    15 days from $17,995pp

  • Reykjavík

    Atlantic crossing: Reykjavík to Montréal via an Azamara cruise

    Canada and Iceland
    • Experience Iceland's rugged landscapes, thermal features, and waterfalls.

    • Relax onboard your ship from Reykjavík to Montréal.

    • Spot minke, humpback, blue and beluga whales from your ship’s deck.

    • Dive into the history of Québec City and Montréal on guided walking tours.

    • Sail on 8th August 2026 to experience a solar eclipse during your cruise.

    25 days from $18,355pp

  • Cruising in Prince William Sound

    Chile, Argentina & Holland America Patagonia cruise

    Chile, Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil
    • Explore the salt plains by day and stargaze at night with a visit to the desert of San Pedro de Atacama ahead of the cruise.

    • Earn your sailing stripes by rounding Cape Horn.

    • Encounter penguins or humpback whales in the far reaches of Glacier Alley.

    • Explore the cosmopolitan city of Buenos Aires, sampling its culinary offerings and complex wines.

    • Visit the roaring Iguaçu Falls in Brazil.

    25 days from $18,475pp

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