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Cruising aboard the Exclusively Chartered Five-Star Small Ship Le Bougainville

Join us for this unparalleled nine-day Aegean odyssey cruising round trip from Athens, Greece, aboard the exclusively chartered, newest Five-Star small ship Le Bougainville. Call on the islands of Delos, Mykonos, Pátmos, Rhodes and Santorini, and the Peloponnese Peninsula. Visit extraordinary Meteora, where 14th- and 15th-century monasteries stand high atop natural sandstone pinnacles, and walk through legendary sites of antiquity—including the ancient citadel of Mycenae and historic Epidaurus. Meet local residents during the specially arranged Island Life® Forum for a personal perspective on the true character of the Aegean Sea’s maritime culture. Athens Pre-Cruise Option and Ancient Olympia Post-Cruise Option.

Activity Level: Moderately Active

Enjoy Deluxe SERENA SAFARI LODGES and a remarkable tented camp experience

During this 12-day journey of a lifetime, observe one of Earth’s greatest natural spectacles—the annual Great Migration—on game drives. Visit four of Tanzania’s finest game parks—Tarangire, Lake Manyara and the UNESCO World Heritage sites of the Serengeti and Ngorongoro Crater—with deluxe accommodations in Serena Safari Lodges and a comfortable tented camp in Tarangire. Watch Tanzania’s plains and patterns unfold aboard a privately chartered flight from Serengeti to Arusha and daily game drives revealing vast herds of elephants, wildebeests, zebras, gazelles and Cape buffalo, as well as magnificent lions, cheetahs and leopards.

Exclusively Chartered Expedition Vessel ZAFIRO

Delve into the lush Amazon River Basin and the legendary “Lost City of Incas,” Machu Picchu, with a five-night cruise aboard the deluxe Zafiro through the world’s largest rainforest and a five‑night journey exploring the breathtaking Sacred Valley, Machu Picchu and Cuzco. Seek rare, endemic flora and fauna—from delicate orchids to pink river dolphins—and visit local villages to observe the traditional life of the ribereños (indigenous Amazonian peoples). In the Sacred Valley, visit the Inca fortress of Ollantaytambo, tour the ancient Inca capital of Cuzco, and experience Machu Picchu, a mysterious engineering marvel in the Andes. Lima Pre-Program Option. 

Springtime beauty blends with ancient history and cutting-edge culture. Japan seamlessly merges centuries-old history with a modern way of life. On this tour, hues of pink and aromatic scents fill city streets and lush parks as cherry blossoms bring new life to an already vibrant country. See ancient temples alongside modern architecture while experiencing the beauty celebrated each year during the Japanese cherry blossom season.

Exclusively Chartered, Deluxe Small River Ship AMADEUS BRILLIANT

Come celebrate the beauty of Holland and old-world Flanders in springtime. Cruise for seven nights aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe small river ship Amadeus Brilliant when the vibrant Dutch tulip fields are in bloom. Meet local residents during the exclusive River Life^® Forumfor a personal perspective of daily life and cultural heritage in the Low Countries. Expert-led excursions include the historic canals of Amsterdam, storybook Bruges, the world-class Kröller-Müller Museum, famous Keukenhof Gardens, Hoorn, Maastricht and Antwerp. The Delft, Kinderdijk and The Hague Pre-Cruise Option and Amsterdam Post-Cruise Option are offered. This comprehensive itinerary is continually praised as the ideal Dutch and Flemish experience.

Life seems simpler in Tuscany. In the land of cypress trees and Chianti, a leisurely stroll may not be the fastest way to get around, but it’s certainly the most preferred. On this walking tour of Tuscany, you’ll step into historic cities like Florence and Siena, and amble through charming hamlets like Montalcino and Cortona for an authentic glimpse into the heart of Italy.

Featuring Guest Speakers
Dwight David Eisenhower II, accompanying you to the Normandy Beaches, and
Allen Packwood, Director of Churchill Archives Centre at Cambridge

Exclusively Chartered, Small Ship, Five-Star LE BORÉAL

Cruise for eight nights aboard the exclusively chartered, Five-Star small ship Le Boréal from Glasgow, Scotland, to Wales, Ireland and France, with guided excursions in each port. By special arrangement, visit the hallowed beaches of Normandy with Dwight David Eisenhower II, grandson of General and President Dwight D. Eisenhower, and meet Allen Packwood, Director of the Churchill Archives Centre at the University of Cambridge. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage-designated Caernarfon Castle near Holyhead, Wales; experience the beauty of the Inner Hebridean Isles; and view Celtic treasures at Trinity College in Dublin. Edinburgh and Glasgow Pre-Cruise and Paris Post-Cruise Options.

Discover just how varied and wonderful Spain can be. Within the borders of one country, uncover three distinct destinations. Barcelona, Madrid, and Seville display intriguing distinctions, from Andalusian architecture to Catalan castells. Explore Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter and Modernist landmarks, wander past Madrid’s imperial palaces, and cap off your trip in Seville, where Moorish architecture shines.

Discover Old-World European romance, perfectly preserved. See Dubrovnik’s storied city walls overlooking the pristine blue waters of the Adriatic. Step back in time as you explore the impressive Diocletian’s Palace complex in seaside Split. Wander past emerald scenery and tranquil waterscapes in the famous Plitvice Lakes National Park. And experience “Europe in miniature” in Ljubljana, the stunningly green (and endlessly cultural) capital of Slovenia.

Cruising the Rhine River and Featuring the Glacier Express

Exclusively Chartered Deluxe Small River Ship AMADEUS SILVER III

This extraordinary 11-day “Grand Tour” of Europe features an incredible combination of river, rail, lake and mountain travel including five nights aboard the deluxe Amadeus Silver III. Journey through Switzerland, France, Germany and the Netherlands, cruising the Rhine River. Spend two nights each in Lucerne and Zermatt, Switzerland; ride aboard three legendary railways—the Pilatus Railway, the world’s steepest cogwheel railway, the Gornergrat Bahn, for breathtaking views of the Matterhorn, and the Glacier Express from Andermatt to Zermatt—and enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Lucerne. This is the trip of a lifetime at an exceptional value! Amsterdam Post-Program Option.

Vancouver to Juneau

Five-Star Small Ship LE SOLÉAL 

Join this one-of-a-kind, exploration-style cruise through the Inside Passage from Vancouver to Juneau during the long days of summer aboard the exclusively chartered, Five-Star small ship Le Soléal. Navigate isolated inlets inaccessible to larger vessels for superior views of Alaska’s spectacular scenery. During naturalist-led Zodiac excursions and from the comfort of your own spacious, ocean-view accommodations, see Arctic-blue glaciers, untouched coastlines and abundant wildlife. Experience the unspoiled Inian Island and dramatic Tracy Arm Fjord. Call at historic Sitka, Petersburg and Ketchikan, where you will step back into the gold rush era.

Get a full view of Germany, Switzerland and Austria. Germany, Switzerland, and Austria share a language, but their appeals are varied. Discover delightfully distinct style and substance in each destination on this guided trip, from the Gothic spires of Heidelberg to the Art Nouveau elegance of Vienna. Swiss mountains and the Bavarian forest, German beer and Austrian wine—this trio of countries has something for everyone to enjoy on tour.

Experience the provincial character of Dordogne for one full week in Sarlat-la-Canéda, one of the most beautiful and well-preserved medieval villages in France. Stay in the family-owned Plaza Madeleine Hôtel, formerly a grand 19^th-century townhouse. Discover the region’s charming villages, medieval castles and prehistoric treasures through specially arranged excursions and cultural enrichments, including the medieval pilgrimage site of Rocamadour and the fascinating prehistoric cave paintings of Rouffignac and Cap Blanc, all part of UNESCO’s World Heritage list; the perfectly reproduced cave art at Lascaux; and the exclusive Village Life^® Forum with local residents who will share candid insights into daily life in Dordogne. Bordeaux Pre-Program Option and Albi/Toulouse Post-Program Option.

Up-and-coming wines and Mediterranean meals—the perfect pairing. See how historic traditions and modern-day culture have swirled together to create Greece’s current food and wine scene. Start in Thessaloniki, the country’s culinary hub, before making your way down to Athens to explore some of the nation’s ancient wonders. Then, continue on to Crete where the area’s flavourful cuisine comes to life inside the local markets. From mainland wine regions to island vineyards, you’ll experience the wonders of Greek wine while indulging in locally sourced, fresh foods.

Exclusively Chartered, Deluxe Small River Ship AMADEUS SILVER II

This 13-day travel program features seven countries, a UNESCO World Heritage site and the eastern Danube River Valley. Cruise for nine nights aboard the exclusively chartered, deluxe Amadeus Silver II, from the Habsburgs’ imperial capital of Vienna to the Black Sea through a rich mosaic of medieval cities, charming villages and rugged countrysides, from ancient Bulgaria to Serbia and eastern Croatia, and from Hungary’s Puszta (plains) to the palaces of Budapest. Immerse yourself in the Slavic heritage of Belgrade and cruise through the Iron Gates. Spend two nights in Bucharest. Visit Vienna and Transylvania with the Pre- and Post-Program Options.

Move from sophisticated cities to wet and wild waterfalls. Take in all the highlights of Brazil and Argentina, from spicy and seductive Rio de Janeiro to elegant and refined Buenos Aires. Between these two cultural hot spots, you’ll experience the ultimate in outdoor adventure, with the chance to admire the formidable Iguazú waterscape from every angle.

Journey to the southern tip of Africa to a country that defies comparison. No other destination offers such a spectacular combination of scenery, cities, and amazing wildlife sightings. One day you’re out on the savannah, spying on leopards and lions; the next, you’re sipping a crisp chenin blanc and feeling the breeze off the Indian Ocean.