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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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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
(5)
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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)
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Starting at
7,799
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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Ancient brick and stone ruins in Sicily frame a stunning view of smoking, snow-capped Mount Etna in the distance under a clear blue sky.

Southern Italy, Malta & Sicily — A Small Ship Voyage

10 days
(4.75)
Keep the Pace
Starting at
6,699
Italy/Sicily/Malta
Small Ship
Say “salve” — or “hello” — to Italy as you set sail on this Floating Campus voyage that brings you though ancient history at ports in southern Italy, Sicily and Malta.
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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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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)
Keep the Pace
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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An orangutan sits on a wooden boardwalk in its Indonesian jungle home.

Singapore to Bali: An Indonesian Island Expedition

13 days
New Program
Choose Your Pace
Starting at
9,999
Singapore/Indonesia
Expedition
Sail from Singapore to the wild isles of Indonesia on a ship exclusively ours. Explore ancient temples, observe orangutans in their jungle home and discover a world off the beaten path.
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Panoramic view of colorful traditional Basque houses lining the harbor of Saint-Jean-de-Luz under a bright blue sky.

Bordeaux & Basque Country: A Tale of Two Cultures

13 days
New Program
Keep the Pace
Starting at
7,499
Spain/France
River Boats
Uncover two of Europe’s proudest cultures on one journey. Explore Bordeaux’s wine legacy on land, then set sail on a river voyage to delve into the famously independent Basque spirit.
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Scenic view of colorful historic buildings reflecting in a Bruges canal under a blue sky with fluffy white clouds.

Canals, Culture & Art: A Voyage Through the Low Countries

10 days
New Program
Keep the Pace
Starting at
6,499
Netherlands/Belgium
River Boats
Sail the canals of Belgium and the Netherlands. From the battlefield of Waterloo to the Golden Age of Dutch art, uncover the rich history and culture of Northern Europe.
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