We’ve gathered a dazzling array of Small Ship Cruises, all designed to bring you close encounters with nature, wildlife, historic sites, and local cultures and communities. Polar exploration is the theme for our expedition-style voyages to Antarctica, a sublime realm of towering peaks, glacier-lined fjords, and an incredible array of wildlife, and epic Arctic destinations including Greenland, Spitsbergen, and the Northwest passage. Other voyages bring us along the stunning coastlines of Britain, Croatia, and New Zealand, and across the fabled waters of the Mediterranean. Yearning for a warm winter getaway? Our Small Ship Cruise Collection features many inviting tropical destinations, from the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean to the white-sand beaches of South Pacific, and even a fantastic voyage by three-masted sailing cruiser to Cuba.
This classic Western European passage brings you on a voyage from Lisbon, Portugal, to Amsterdam, Netherlands (or the reverse), visiting picturesque towns and harbors and several World Heritage sites.
Discover enchanting islands, fascinating archaeological sites, and a wealth of bird life as you cruise from Portsmouth, England, to Aberdeen, Scotland.
Explore the historic towns, ancient castles, and enchanting gardens of the British Isles while cruising from Portsmouth, England, to Dublin, Ireland.
Explore the incredible icescapes of the North Pole on the special excursion with expert guides and amazing wildlife viewing.
This classic Western European passage brings you on a voyage from Lisbon, Portugal, to Amsterdam, Netherlands (or the reverse), visiting picturesque towns and harbors and several World Heritage sites.
Voyage among the islands of the Mediterranean aboard a small-ship vessel, including stops at Crete and the beautiful Cyclades, Santorini, and Hydra islands.
Explore iconic archaeological sites as you cruise the coast of Sicily, venture inland to Greece, and discover the mysteries of Crete aboard a comfortable 192-guest vessel.
Aboard a comforable ship, explore the many ancient sites from Instanbul to Athens that are mentioned in Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Stops include Delos, Nafplions, Mycenae, and Turkey’s Canakkale.
Voyage among the Aegean Islands aboard a small-ship vessel with stops at beautiful Delos, Mykonos, Pyros, and Santorini islands.
Aboard the 34-guest Callisto, cruise to the fabled islands and shores of the Aegean Sea, visiting Santorini, Crete, Delos, Ephesus, and Chios, and discover the origins of the American democratic ideal.
Aboard the 34-passenger Callisto, explore the undiscovered isles of the Aegean Sea—Sifnos, Amorgos, Ikaria, Chios, Samothraki, and Skyros—with their pristine shores, magnificent landscapes, and intriguing cultures.
Aboard the 34-passenger Callisto, cruise the islands of the Aegean Sea, discovering the archaeological and culinary delights of Crete, Santorini, Amorgos, Paros, Sifnos, and more.
This exciting voyage aboard the Ocean Endeavourbrings you from the ethereal landscapes of Greenland and across the Davis Strait to Labrador and Newfoundland, with their rugged coastlines, native cultures, and fascinating archaeological sites.
Cruise through the heart of the Northwest Passage and experience the islands, waterways, and wilds with stops to Beechey Island on this 20 day small ship adventure.
A thrilling journey across the Arctic to the land of Vikings, fjords, and magnificent landscapes. Explore Greenland, Iceland, and Spitsbergen.
Make a complete circumnavigation of Iceland by sea, including stops to explore the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Grimsey Island, the Westman Islands, and a sail past Surtsey Island..
Cruise the North Atlantic from Dublin to Scotland, from the Orkney and Shetland islands to the Faroe Islands, and conclude your journey in the otherworldly landscapes of Iceland.
Discover a wealth of natural history, fascinating archaeological finds, and charming villages steeped in tradition on this cruise across the North Atlantic from Scotland to the Faroe Islands to Iceland.
A thrilling journey across the Arctic to the land of Vikings, fjords, and magnificent landscapes. Explore Greenland, Iceland, and Spitsbergen.
Cruise the North Atlantic from Dublin to Scotland, from the Orkney and Shetland islands to the Faroe Islands, and conclude your journey in the otherworldly landscapes of Iceland.
Explore the historic towns, ancient castles, and enchanting gardens of the British Isles while cruising from Portsmouth, England, to Dublin, Ireland.
Cruise along the north coast of Africa, exploring archaeological sites including Carthage, Hippo Regius, and Djemila, and visit Oran, Tangiers, and Seville before concluding your journey in Lisbon.
Explore iconic archaeological sites as you cruise the coast of Sicily, venture inland to Greece, and discover the mysteries of Crete aboard a comfortable 192-guest vessel.
Circle the rugged coast of Sicily, one of the most enchanting islands in the Mediterranean, and call at fantastic archaeological sites that reveal the 3,000-year history of its myriad civilizations, from Greek to Norman and Arab.
This classic Western European passage brings you on a voyage from Lisbon, Portugal, to Amsterdam, Netherlands (or the reverse), visiting picturesque towns and harbors and several World Heritage sites.
Sail north of the Arctic Circle along Norway’s northern coastline to hike, snowshoe, view wildlife, and witness the majestic aurora borealis. Each day includes 2 to 6 hours of hiking and land exploration.
A thrilling journey across the Arctic to the land of Vikings, fjords, and magnificent landscapes. Explore Greenland, Iceland, and Spitsbergen.
Cruise along the north coast of Africa, exploring archaeological sites including Carthage, Hippo Regius, and Djemila, and visit Oran, Tangiers, and Seville before concluding your journey in Lisbon.
This classic Western European passage brings you on a voyage from Lisbon, Portugal, to Amsterdam, Netherlands (or the reverse), visiting picturesque towns and harbors and several World Heritage sites.
Explore the incredible icescapes of the North Pole on the special excursion with expert guides and amazing wildlife viewing.
Discover enchanting islands, fascinating archaeological sites, and a wealth of bird life as you cruise from Portsmouth, England, to Aberdeen, Scotland.
Cruise the North Atlantic from Dublin to Scotland, from the Orkney and Shetland islands to the Faroe Islands, and conclude your journey in the otherworldly landscapes of Iceland.
Explore the historic towns, ancient castles, and enchanting gardens of the British Isles while cruising from Portsmouth, England, to Dublin, Ireland.
Discover a wealth of natural history, fascinating archaeological finds, and charming villages steeped in tradition on this cruise across the North Atlantic from Scotland to the Faroe Islands to Iceland.
Cruise along the north coast of Africa, exploring archaeological sites including Carthage, Hippo Regius, and Djemila, and visit Oran, Tangiers, and Seville before concluding your journey in Lisbon.
This classic Western European passage brings you on a voyage from Lisbon, Portugal, to Amsterdam, Netherlands (or the reverse), visiting picturesque towns and harbors and several World Heritage sites.
Aboard a comforable ship, explore the many ancient sites from Instanbul to Athens that are mentioned in Homer's Iliad and Odyssey. Stops include Delos, Nafplions, Mycenae, and Turkey’s Canakkale.
Aboard the 34-guest Callisto, cruise to the fabled islands and shores of the Aegean Sea, visiting Santorini, Crete, Delos, Ephesus, and Chios, and discover the origins of the American democratic ideal.