Voyage of Discovery
Set sail on board Viking Neptune as she traverses the globe. Explore the world’s majestic cities and immerse yourself in local cultures during overnight stays in 11 ports. Discover the idyllic isles and the faraway lands of the South Pacific and the colonial treasures of Asia. From the Arabian Peninsula to the Red Sea, witness several millennia of history and revel in the romance of Paris before arriving in London, England’s iconic capital.
What’s Included
About Viking Cruises
Viking® believes in offering your clients extraordinarily well-designed cruises that bring them closer to the cultures of the world. With destination-focused itineraries across Europe, the Americas, Asia, Australia and beyond, your clients will sail with like-minded travelers on what Viking calls The Thinking Person’s Cruise®, a culturally rich, immersive experience designed to help them explore and engage with their destination through its food, culture, countryside and customs—with enriching shore excursions, insightful lectures, Destination Performances, cooking classes and regionally inspired cuisine.
Itinerary
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Ft. Lauderdale, Florida | Ft. Lauderdale offers stretches of picturesque white-sand beaches and a network of canals. | |
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Scenic Cruising: Gulf of Mexico | The Gulf of Mexico has borne witness to much of North and Central American history. | Read More > |
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Cozumel, Mexico | Cozumel is home to archaeological sites, colonial riches and coral reef preserves. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Caribbean Sea | The paradisiacal setting of the Caribbean Sea was once synonymous with adventure and hidden treasures. | Read More > |
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Cartagena, Colombia | With its remarkably preserved colonial city, seaside Cartagena is a cultural treasure. | Read More > |
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Colón, Panama | Panama’s “second city,” culture-rich Colón lies near the Panama Canal’s Atlantic entrance. | Read More > |
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Scenic Cruising: Panama Canal | The Panama Canal is composed of massive locks, a forest-lined waterway and a tranquil lake. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Pacific Ocean | The first European to see the Pacific Ocean was Vasco Núñez de Balboa, who crossed the Isthmus of Panama in 1513. | Read More > |
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Puntarenas, Costa Rica | Puntarenas was once Costa Rica’s coffee-exporting gateway to the Pacific and beyond. | Read More > |
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León (Corinto), Nicaragua | León boasts incredibly preserved Spanish colonial architecture, exuding a timeless atmosphere. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Pacific Ocean | The warm waters of the Pacific are teeming with marine life. | Read More > |
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Cabo San Lucas, Mexico | With azure waters and a dramatic rocky coast, Cabo San Lucas is a top Mexican destination. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Pacific Ocean | Spain ruled the Pacific during the late 16th century, trading between Mexico and the Philippines. | Read More > |
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Los Angeles, California | Known as the “City of Angels,” Los Angeles is home to a glamorous entertainment culture. | Read More > |
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Santa Barbara, California | Nestled between mountains and sea, Santa Barbara boasts historic architecture in a charming downtown setting. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Pacific Ocean | The Pacific Ocean, twice the size of the Atlantic, covers around one-third of the planet’s surface. | Read More > |
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Oahu, Hawaii | Equal parts Polynesian and American, Honolulu and the island of Oahu are lush with breathtaking natural beauty. | Read More > |
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Kauai (Nawiliwili), Hawaii | The lush vegetation and wildflowers of tropical Kauai have earned it the nickname “The Garden Island.” | Read More > |
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Cruise the South Pacific Ocean | In 1947, Norwegian explorer Thor Heyerdahl crossed the Pacific Ocean on a balsa raft he built himself. | Read More > |
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Bora Bora, French Polynesia | Magnificent, lushly forested Bora Bora is the gem of the Society Islands. | Read More > |
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Moorea, French Polynesia | One of the most magnificent of the Society Islands, Moorea boasts white-sand beaches, jagged peaks and primeval landscapes. | Read More > |
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Papeete, French Polynesia | Tahiti is one of the world’s most visually stunning and romantic destinations. | Read More > |
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Cruise the South Pacific Ocean | The Pacific Ocean is home to most of the world’s islands; they total about 25,000. | Read More > |
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Cross the International Date Line | Crossing the International Date Line is a time-honored travel milestone long marked by ceremony. | Read More > |
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Cruise the South Pacific Ocean | The waters of the South Pacific have been traversed by explorers for millennia. | Read More > |
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Bay of Islands, New Zealand | Gateway to the more than 150 islands that comprise the Bay of Islands, Waitangi holds a central role in the history of New Zealand. | Read More > |
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Auckland, New Zealand | Rich in heritage, Auckland is the cultural capital of New Zealand’s North Island. | Read More > |
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Auckland, New Zealand | Set between two glistening harbors, Auckland is known as the “City of Sails.” | Read More > |
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Auckland, New Zealand | Nestled between the Waitemat? and Manukau Harbors, Auckland enjoys a rich boating culture. | Read More > |
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Rotorua, New Zealand | Tauranga occupies a stunning setting between a sweeping bay and Mt. Maunganui. | Read More > |
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Napier, New Zealand | Napier is a rich cultural center and gateway to a thriving wine-growing region. | Read More > |
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Wellington, New Zealand | New Zealand’s capital of Wellington is splendidly set between mountains and sea. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Pacific Ocean | When Ferdinand Magellan crossed the Pacific Ocean, he dubbed it Mar Pacífico, meaning “peaceful sea.” | Read More > |
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Scenic Cruising: Milford Sound and Doubtful Sound | The Milford and Doubtful Sounds are considered Fiordland National Park’s most magnificent fjords. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Tasman Sea | The legendary Tasman Sea lies between New Zealand and Australia. | Read More > |
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Tasmania, Australia | Tasmania is known as the “Apple Isle,” as it is one of the most prominent apple-growing areas in the world. | Read More > |
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Phillip Island, Australia | Phillip Island is home to the world’s smallest penguins, which parade back to shore each evening. | Read More > |
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Melbourne, Australia | Capital of the state of Victoria, Melbourne is a vibrant cultural center. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Tasman Sea | The Tasman Sea was named for the Dutchman who set foot on Tasmania in the 1640s. | Read More > |
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Eden, Australia | Eden is the third-deepest natural harbor in the Southern Hemisphere. | Read More > |
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Sydney, Australia | Spectacular Sydney is celebrated for its magnificent harbor and iconic Opera House. | Read More > |
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Sydney, Australia | A major cultural center of Australia, Sydney is beloved for its free-spirited nature. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Australian Coast | Australia’s East Coast lures surfers and beach lovers with its picturesque shores and dramatic waves. | Read More > |
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Brisbane, Australia | Set on scenic Moreton Bay, Brisbane is a vibrant center for Australian arts and design. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Coral Sea | The Coral Sea, a paradise for divers, is pure pleasure to cruise. | Read More > |
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Whitsunday Islands, Australia | Pure-white sands meet cerulean waters in the Whitsundays, an island paradise. | Read More > |
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Cairns, Australia | The seaside resort of Cairns is Australia’s gateway to the Great Barrier Reef. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Coral Sea | Allied forces intercepted the Japanese during the Battle of the Coral Sea in May 1942. | Read More > |
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Thursday Island, Australia | Picturesque Thursday Island was once home to a thriving pearl fishing industry. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Arafura Sea | The Arafura’s seabed, once a dry land bridge between continents, allowed early human migrations. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Timor Sea | The shallow Timor Sea has long been traveled by Indonesia’s indigenous people. | Read More > |
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Komodo, Indonesia | A magnificent menagerie, Komodo Island is home to its namesake dragon. | Read More > |
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Bali, Indonesia | Bali is known for its scenic beauty, volcanic landscapes and stunning coral reefs. | Read More > |
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Bali, Indonesia | A thriving arts scene complements Bali’s lush beauty and magnificent seaside vistas. | Read More > |
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Bali, Indonesia | Some of Bali’s revered temples are carved from white coral harvested from the sea. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Java Sea | The body of water north of Bali and south of Kangean Island is rich in coral and marine life. | Read More > |
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Semarang, Indonesia | Outside Semarang, the massive pyramidal Borobudur temple attracts countless pilgrims. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Java Sea | The waters of the Java Sea played an important role in the Allies’ naval defense during World War II. | Read More > |
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Cruise the South China Sea | The South China Sea was once called the Sea of Cham after the maritime kingdom of Champa that ruled Southeast Asia before the 16th century. | Read More > |
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh City exudes a heady mix of French and Vietnamese cultures. | Read More > |
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh City’s wide boulevards, lined with architectural gems, are reminiscent of Paris. | Read More > |
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Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam | Ho Chi Minh City’s Old Saigon area blends French colonial and Vietnamese architecture. | Read More > |
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Cruise the South China Sea | The storied South China Sea has carried both emperors and traders. | Read More > |
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Koh Samui, Thailand | Koh Samui is a paradise of coconut trees, coral reefs and long sandy beaches. | Read More > |
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Scenic Cruising: Gulf of Thailand | Once known as the Gulf of Siam, the Gulf of Thailand is bordered by Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand. | Read More > |
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Singapore, Singapore | The world’s only island city-state, Singapore is a sophisticated metropolis. | Read More > |
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Singapore, Singapore | A 63-island archipelago, Singapore boasts diverse traditions and varied cultural cuisine. | Read More > |
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Scenic Cruising: Strait of Malacca | The narrow Strait of Malacca is dotted with alluring emerald-green pulau, or islands. | Read More > |
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Phuket, Thailand | Thailand’s largest island, Phuket, is noted for its mountainous landscapes and pristine beaches. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Andaman Sea | The mangroves along the shoreline of the Andaman Sea provide shelter and homes for its marine life. | Read More > |
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Yangon, Myanmar | Vibrant Yangon boasts a lively Downtown district and stunning colonial architecture. | Read More > |
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Yangon, Myanmar | The Buddhist Shwedagon Pagoda is a sacred shrine adorned with gold leaf and precious gemstones. | Read More > |
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Yangon, Myanmar | The Temples of Bagan are one of Asia’s most impressive archaeological sites. | Read More > |
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Scenic Cruising: Bay of Bengal | The waters of the Bay of Bengal, the world’s largest bay, are sacred to many Hindus. | Read More > |
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Colombo, Sri Lanka | This island nation has long been renowned for its cinnamon and spice trade. | Read More > |
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Colombo, Sri Lanka | Brimming with old-world British charms, Colombo is the cultural hub of Sri Lanka. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Laccadive Sea | The Laccadive Sea is one of the world’s richest marine environments. | Read More > |
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Cochin, India | Multicultural Cochin’s spice trade changed the face of Europe. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Arabian Sea | The Arabian Sea has long been an important trade route between India and the West. | Read More > |
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Goa, India | Portuguese-influenced Goa is home to magnificent colonial-era architecture. | Read More > |
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Mumbai, India | Historic Mumbai enjoys a magnificent seaside setting on the Arabian Sea. | Read More > |
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Mumbai, India | Spread over seven islands, Mumbai preserves the cultural splendor of Old Bombay. | Read More > |
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Mumbai, India | Mumbai is the heart of India’s Bollywood film industry. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Arabian Sea | In the Age of Sail, all manner of spices, metals, gems and wine crossed the Arabian Sea. | Read More > |
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Sal?lah, Oman | A crossroads on the historic Frankincense Route, Sal?lah holds a rich history. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Red Sea | The fabled waters of the Red Sea are rich in history and legend. | Read More > |
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Aqaba, Jordan | Jordan’s only coastal city, scenic Aqaba is set amid bleached-out desert hills. | Read More > |
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Luxor, Egypt | Unearth the mysteries of Luxor, Egypt’s timeless city on the Nile River. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Gulf of Suez | The Gulf of Suez embodies the northwestern arm of the Red Sea between Africa and the Sinai Peninsula. | Read More > |
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Scenic Cruising: Suez Canal | An engineering marvel, the Suez Canal is surrounded by desert sands stretching into Egypt. | Read More > |
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Haifa, Israel | Seaside Haifa is one of Israel’s most important and beautiful cities. | Read More > |
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Haifa, Israel | In Haifa, Bahá’í pilgrims flock to the hanging gardens that adorn Mt. Carmel’s slopes. | Read More > |
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Sail the Mediterranean Sea | The Mediterranean Sea has borne innumerable legends and histories on storied shores. | Read More > |
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Rhodes, Greece | The lush, fertile island of Rhodes is home to Europe’s largest active medieval town. | Read More > |
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Ephesus (Ku?adasi), Turkey | Rich in biblical history, remarkably preserved Ephesus offers an unparalleled look into the lives of the ancients. | Read More > |
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Istanbul, Turkey | Long a significant center of trade, Istanbul was a major cultural crossroads along the world-famous Silk Route. | Read More > |
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Istanbul, Turkey | Long a significant center of trade, Istanbul was a major cultural crossroads along the world-famous Silk Route. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Aegean Sea | An arm of the Mediterranean Sea, the Aegean Sea is located between the Greek peninsula on the west and Asia Minor on the east. | Read More > |
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Athens, Greece | The legacy of ancient Greece looms large atop Athens’s Acropolis Hill. | Read More > |
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Sail the Mediterranean Sea | The Mediterranean Sea has borne innumerable legends and histories on its storied shores. | Read More > |
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Sicily, Italy | Two miles from mainland Italy, Sicilian Messina is a historic cultural crossroads. | Read More > |
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Naples, Italy | The legacy of the kingdom of Naples is visible in its grand architecture. | Read More > |
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Rome, Italy | More than 2,500 years of history live in the storied streets of Rome. | Read More > |
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Monte Carlo, Monaco | Monte Carlo exudes chic, from the Prince’s Palace to the renowned Casino. | Read More > |
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Cruise the Balearic Sea | The Balearic Sea lies between the eastern coast of Spain, the southern coast of France and the islands of Corsica and Sardinia. | Read More > |
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Barcelona, Spain | Adorned with Gaudí’s surreal architecture, Barcelona is alive with color and whimsy. | Read More > |
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Murcia, Spain | Murcia is celebrated for its farmland and its huertas, fertile market gardens. | Read More > |
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Sail the Strait of Gibraltar | The storied Strait of Gibraltar is one of Europe’s most significant waterways. | Read More > |
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Lisbon, Portugal | With its stunning setting on the Atlantic, Lisbon has inspired explorers for centuries. | Read More > |
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Sail the Atlantic Ocean | Once a divider of continents, the Atlantic Ocean today brings nations together. | Read More > |
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Scenic Sailing: English Channel | The famed English Channel separates southern England from northern France. | Read More > |
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Paris (Le Havre), France | The elegance of Paris is legendary, from the Eiffel Tower to the Louvre. | Read More > |
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Dover, England | Dover faces France across the Straits of Dover, the narrowest part of the English Channel. | Read More > |
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London (Greenwich), England | Upriver from maritime Greenwich, London bustles with lively culture and royal glamour. | Read More > |
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London (Greenwich), England | Maritime Greenwich is a gateway to historic London, seat of the British monarchy. |
Pricing Terms and Conditions
Prices are per person, based on double occupancy, unless otherwise noted. Pricing, dates, inclusions, and itinerary are subject to change without notice, and vary by departure date and cabin. Restrictions may apply. Ship are registered in: Switzerland, Germany, Portugal, Ukraine, China, Vietnam and Egypt.
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