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Whether you take to the waters regularly, or are considering stepping on board for the first time, we’re confident you’ll find a cruise to excite you. Our itinerary ideas are a good place to start, and detail sample trips designed by our specialists to showcase the variety of experiences on offer.

These itineraries can be tailored to your interests, tastes and budget by our specialists. They can arrange the logistics around boarding your vessel and include further explorations on land. Some cruises can be combined to create longer water-based adventures, and others change character depending which season you pick. We take to the waters regularly, testing out new vessels and routes to help you pick your ideal cruise.

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  • Rajmahal boat

    Cruising in west Bengal

    India
    • Explore Calcutta on an unusual walking tour.

    • Watch the world go by from the comfort of a river cruiser.

    • Discover the colonial French and Dutch settlements dotted along the riverbank.

    • Travel by boat, cycle rickshaw and train, avoiding the chaos of Indian roads.

    11 days from CAD5,925pp

  • A Polar Bear edges its way round a Walrus colony, Svalbard

    North Spitsbergen: 7-night cruise

    Norway and Arctic
    • Spend time on deck looking out for the elusive polar bear, huge walrus and surfacing whales.

    • Look for Arctic foxes on the prowl at the bottom of impressive cliff nesting colonies.

    • Walk through the barren landscape and learn the fascinating history of the whalers and trappers who once sheltered here.

    • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

    9 days from CAD9,800pp

  • Diocletian's Palace, Split

    Dalmatian coast by land & sea

    Croatia
    • Walking tour of Diocletian's Palace in Split.

    • Soparnik cookery demonstration and visit to Omis coastal village.

    • Three-night island cruise from Split to Korčula, Mljet and Dubrovnik on a Superior Deluxe small ship.

    • Historic walking tour of Korčula.

    • Salt lakes of Mljet National Park.

    • Dubrovnik walking tour and buggy ride.

    10 days from CAD10,560pp

  • Majuli Island, Assam

    Cruising in Assam

    India
    • Explore the old colonial capital of Calcutta.

    • Experience a relaxing cruise on the Brahmaputra.

    • Discover the fast disappearing Majuli river island.

    • Stay in a traditional Assamese tea bungalow.

    • Safari in Kaziranga National Park.

    13 days from CAD10,780pp

  • MY Pegasus, Seychelles

    Cruising in the Seychelles

    Seychelles
    • Discover the delights of Mahé on a customizable tour.

    • Cruise the Seychelles' inner islands.

    • Learn about the native Coco de mer palm and endemic plants.

    • Enjoy some of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

    • Meet wild giant tortoises up close on Curieuse Island.

    10 days from CAD13,650pp

  • Paul Gauguin Cruise Ship at Bora Bora, Tahiti

    Tahiti & Cook Islands cruise

    French Polynesia and Cook Islands
    • Meet a population of blue-eyed eels, sacred to the residents of Huahine.

    • Snorkel across a marine reserve known for giant clams and red-tailed tropicbirds.

    • Relax aboard your cruise ship, enjoying views from the balcony of your suite.

    • Lounge on the sugar-sand beaches of your ship’s private island, Motu Mahana.

    • Visit a family-run farm that grows vanilla orchids.

    16 days from CAD15,100pp

  • Edfu Temple, Upper Egypt

    Grand tour of Egypt

    Egypt
    • Privately tour the Pyramids of Giza, the last surviving ancient wonder of the world, Saqqara and Dahshur.

    • Sample a range of local delicacies and sumptuous street food on a tour through downtown Cairo.

    • Take a luxury cruise down the Nile and explore the iconic temples and tombs from Luxor to Aswan.

    • Enjoy afternoon tea at the Sofitel Legend Old Cataract hotel, a historic hotel with splendid views across the Nile.

    • Fly to Abu Simbel to marvel at this awe-inspiring, towering temple complex, dedicated to Ramesses II.

    15 days from CAD15,760pp

  • Aranui V, Tahiti

    Remote islands of French Polynesia cruise

    French Polynesia
    • Get to know French Polynesia through your expert crew and guest speakers.

    • Connect with wood carvers and pearl farmers and try your hand at island-honed crafts.

    • Snorkel among blacktip reef sharks, manta rays, and sea turtles in thriving reefs.

    • Unpack the history behind the largest tikis outside Easter Island.

    16 days from CAD16,450pp

  • Traditional Rabelo boat, Porto

    Douro river cruise: port tasting & palaces

    Portugal and Spain
    • Cruise in comfort from Porto to Vega de Terron.

    • Visit Mateus Palace and Gardens, home of Mateus rosé wine.

    • Take a guided hike in Lamego followed by a tasting of local specialities.

    • Tuck into a traditional home-cooked meal at a local quinta (country house).

    • Enjoy tastings of Porto’s finest export, port.

    13 days from CAD17,370pp

  • Nuremberg's historic old town

    Germany river cruise, Paris & Prague

    Luxembourg, Czechia (Czech Republic), Germany and France
    • Enjoy guided tours of Paris and nearby Château de Versailles.

    • Cruise in comfort from Luxembourg to Nuremberg along the Moselle, Rhine, and Main rivers.

    • Ride a gondola to the Niederwalddenkmal monument for sweeping views over the vineyards below.

    • Learn pretzel making in a Wertheim bakery and indulge in Bamberg's renowned smoked beer, Rauchbier.

    • Hike to several of Germany’s well-preserved castles to unravel their histories.

    13 days from CAD17,495pp

  • Raja Ampat

    Cruising Raja Ampat

    Indonesia
    • Visit the lesser visited and beautiful Raja Ampat.

    • Immerse yourself into local life far off the tourist trail.

    • Enjoy a few days of world-class diving and snorkeling.

    • Spend three nights in an overwater villa within the Raja Ampat archipelago.

    15 days from CAD21,415pp

  • Polar Bear and cub, Spitsbergen

    Spitsbergen circumnavigation: 12-night cruise

    Norway and Arctic
    • Spend time on deck searching for the elusive polar bear, walrus and surfacing whales.

    • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

    • Look for Arctic foxes on the prowl at the bottom of cliff nesting colonies.

    • Walk across barren landscape while learning the history of whalers and trappers who sheltered there.

    14 days from CAD23,600pp

  • Views from the river, Lyon

    Rhône river cruise: Roman ruins & truffles

    France
    • Cruise through France from Lyon to Arles.

    • Visit a hilltop village in search of truffles with a local farmer and his dog.

    • Indulge in a wine tasting in the Beaujolais wine region.

    • Cycle a portion of the ViaRhôna bike route.

    • Ride a steam train along the Gorge du Doux.

    13 days from CAD23,895pp

  • True North, northern Australia

    Cruising the Kimberley onboard the True North

    Australia
    • Explore the vibrant city of Perth from a luxurious hotel.

    • Spend time in the cosmopolitan town of Broome and enjoy a sundowner by Cable Beach.

    • Immerse yourself in the Kimberley onboard a seven-night luxury True North expedition cruise.

    • Explore the immense El Questro station from a luxury homestead.

    • Take a scenic flight over the Bungle Bungle.

    16 days from CAD26,170pp

  • South Georgia

    Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falklands

    Antarctica, Falkland Islands, Argentina
    • Walk from Stromness to Fortuna Bay in the footsteps of Shackleton, Crean and Worsley.

    • See wandering albatross on their nests.

    • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

    • Spend time on deck watching wandering albatross circle the boat whilst keeping an eye open for whales.

    • Kayak or trek in peace through untouched regions.

    • Sit among a king penguin colony with over 100,000 birds.

    22 days from CAD41,995pp

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