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Adventures Afloat give you special insight into iconic cities and hard-to-reach harbors around the world. Explore by riverboat and barge, expedition ship, small ship, ocean voyages, and more. 

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A Galápagos land iguana eats a prickly pear cactus pad among volcanic rocks in the Galápagos Islands, Ecuador.

The Galápagos: Natural and Cultural History

11 days
(4.95)
Let's Go!
Starting at
6,799
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Small Ship
Gain a comprehensive understanding of the Galápagos as you learn about iconic wildlife, delicate ecosystems, volcanic activity and the science-altering legacy of Charles Darwin.
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Five women wearing sun hats stand at a wooden railing overlooking a lush green crater in the Galapagos Santa Cruz Highlands.

Natural & Cultural Wonders: A Galápagos Voyage for Women

11 days
New Program
Let's Go!
Starting at
6,799
Galápagos Islands, Ecuador
Small Ship
Learn about iconic wildlife, delicate ecosystems and the science-altering legacy of Charles Darwin on a Galápagos voyage just for women.
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The ancient stone towers of Angkor Wat in Cambodia reflected in a lily pond under a clear blue sky.

Angkor Wat & the Mekong River: The Wonders of Cambodia & Vietnam

15 days
(4.97)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
4,999
Vietnam/Cambodia
Barge
On a riverboat voyage along the legendary Mekong River, meet the people and discover the places that make Vietnam and Cambodia two of the most fascinating countries in Southeast Asia.
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Ancient stone ruins and ornate columns of Ephesus near Kusadasi under a dramatic, cloudy sky.

Greece & Turkey: Island Life, History & Culture

11 days
New Program
Choose Your Pace
Starting at
9,499
Greece/Turkey
Small Ship
Journey through Greece and Turkey from ancient ruins to island villages, exploring iconic landmarks, traditions of longevity and timeless Aegean culture.
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A large colony of Gentoo penguins walks across a vast white sand beach next to turquoise water under a dramatic cloudy sky.

Antarctica & South Georgia: A Southern Ocean Expedition

25 days
New Program
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Starting at
27,999
Antarctica
Expedition
Journey from Argentina to Antarctica, South Georgia and the Falklands, encountering vast ice, abundant wildlife and remote islands on an unforgettable expedition.
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The Eiffel Tower stands over the Seine River in France during a sunset with a riverboat passing by autumn-colored trees.

Art History: A Transatlantic Voyage on Queen Mary 2

14 days
(4.83)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
7,999
France/United States
Ocean Voyages
Say “ahoy” to an immersive art history adventure — experience the Louvre, Giverny and more before setting sail across the Atlantic on Queen Mary 2!
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A traditional Dutch windmill overlooks vibrant rows of blooming tulip fields in the Netherlands under a bright blue sky.

Beauty in Bloom: A Cycle & Barge Adventure in the Netherlands

10 days
(5)
Outdoor: Spirited
Starting at
6,499
Netherlands
Barge
Forget tiptoeing — get many perspectives on the Netherlands as you bike and barge along tulip fields and gardens while learning about Dutch culture.
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Aerial view of the Santiago, Chile city skyline at sunset, featuring the Gran Torre Santiago skyscraper and the Andes Mountains in the background.

Glaciers, Fjords & Channels: A Voyage Around Cape Horn

19 days
(4.8)
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Starting at
5,699
Chile/Argentina
Ocean Voyages
Voyage to “the end of the earth” and back on this journey around the southern tip of South America, with stops to explore Santiago, Chile and Buenos Aires, Argentina.
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Two women in traditional red kimonos carry red umbrellas while walking through a narrow, rain-slicked street in Japan.

Land of the Rising Sun: A Circumnavigation of Japan

18 days
(5)
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Starting at
9,299
Japan/South Korea
Ocean Voyages
Experience Japan by sea, with a bonus day in South Korea, and discover the blend of tradition and innovation, geography and climate that makes the Land of the Rising Sun wholly unique.
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Ancient stone ruins and green terraces of Machu Picchu sit nestled among the dramatic Andes mountain peaks in the Inca Highlands of Peru.

Two Worlds of Peru: The Inca Highlands & the Amazon

17 days
(5)
Let's Go!
Starting at
6,999
Peru
River Boats
Experience the dramatic diversity of Peru — from Cusco and Machu Picchu up in the Andes to exploring the Amazon basin by riverboat.
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Four smiling senior travelers pose in a narrow, sunlit stone alleyway during a Voyage Through History tour of the Adriatic.

Voyage Through History: Discover the Adriatic on Sea Cloud II

10 days
New Program
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Starting at
12,499
Italy/Croatia
Small Ship
Sail the Adriatic on this Floating Campus voyage, exploring Venice, Ravenna, Split, Hvar and Dubrovnik. Discover art, history and culture aboard a romantic tall ship.
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The historic Queen's House and Old Royal Naval College in London stand before the modern Canary Wharf skyline under a bright, cloudy sky.

Revealing Royal History: A Transatlantic Voyage on Queen Mary 2

14 days
(5)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
7,199
United States/England
Ocean Voyages
Experience the history, scandals and stories of the British monarchy on this epic adventure in London and on a transatlantic voyage aboard the Queen Mary 2.
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