Small Ship & River Cruises

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May 16 – 25, 2027

Celebrating 450 Years of Rubens: Belgium & Holland Aboard Magnifique III

Celebrate the legacy of Peter Paul Rubens, the influential Flemish artist known for his Baroque-style portraits and landscape paintings. The journey begins in Bruges, with a special guided tour of Musée Old Masters, with more than 100 masterworks by Rubens as well as other renowned artists such as Van Dyck, Memling, and Breughel, among others. […]

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December 29, 2025 – January 9, 2026

Egypt & the Nile: A Journey into Antiquity Aboard Sanctuary Nile Adventurer

With Jennifer Dasal

Embark on an extraordinary New Year’s journey into the heart of ancient Egypt. This exclusive program offers a unique blend of private plane travel, a four-night Nile River cruise aboard the luxurious Sanctuary Nile Adventurer, and unparalleled access to Egypt’s legendary sites. The adventure begins in Cairo, where you’ll explore the Great Pyramids and the […]

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October 8 – 16, 2026

Portugal’s Enchanting Douro Valley: Round-Trip Porto Aboard AmaSintra

With Linda Wolk-Simon

Discover Portugal’s fascinating history, enchanting art and architecture, and UNESCO-listed wine heritage while sailing aboard the luxurious AmaSintra. Uncover Portugal’s enthralling art, architecture, and UNESCO-listed wine heritage on this exclusive Douro River cruise. From the enduring Roman legacy to the Moorish-influenced azulejo tilework, medieval castles to contemporary art and architecture, expert guides will unveil the […]

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May 17 – 26, 2026

Belgium & Holland: Bruges to Amsterdam Aboard Magnifique III

With Jennifer Dasal

Set Sail on Famous Waterways From Bruges to Amsterdam. Take a visit to the landscapes that inspired some of history’s most gifted artists, from Vermeer to Van Gogh. Set sail on famous waterways from Bruges to Amsterdam aboard Magnifique III, a traditional Dutch-style riverboat. Join experts and curators to experience the windmill-dotted landscapes and iconic […]

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June 12 – 20, 2026

Monet in Normandy & Paris: Impressionist Painting Retreat on the Seine Aboard AmaDante

With Jennifer Dasal

Cruise the Seine aboard AmaDante, exploring Monet’s inspirations and France’s scenic charm through art, history, and culture.

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April 27 – May 9, 2026

Crossroads of Cultures: Canary Islands, Morocco & Iberia Aboard Exploris One

With Christopher Noey

Trace historic routes from the Canary Islands to Morocco and the Strait of Gibraltar to Andalusian Spain and the Portuguese Algarve. Set sail on an intercontinental sea voyage, tracing the historic maritime routes from Spain’s volcanic Canary Islands to Morocco, Gibraltar, Andalusian Spain, and the Portuguese Algarve. Aboard the luxurious Exploris One, set sail on […]

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December 26, 2025 – January 7, 2026

Thailand & Laos: The Upper Mekong & the Golden Triangle Aboard Anouvong

With Christopher Noey

As the Nile is to Egypt, so is the Mekong to Thailand. Navigate the less-traveled Upper Mekong with art historian Christopher Noey, cruising the river that shaped Southeast Asian civilization for millennia aboard the luxurious Anouvong. Enjoy Sacred Treasures In Bangkok, stay at the Four Seasons overlooking the Chao Phraya River and enjoy guided looks […]

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October 18 – 29, 2025

Japan’s Inland Sea: Islands of the Setouchi Triennale Aboard Guntu

With John T. Carpenter

Sail through centuries of Japanese artistry and innovation aboard the luxurious 19-cabin Guntû. Cruising aboard the luxurious, 19-cabin Guntû, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at islands transformed into open-air museums during the Setouchi Triennale, one of Asia’s largest contemporary art festivals. A Once-in-a-Lifetime Land-and-Sea Adventure Experience centuries of artistry and innovation with curators on this journey, […]

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October 10 – 20, 2025

Timeless Islands of the Mediterranean: Malta to Tuscany Aboard Sea Cloud II

Aboard Sea Cloud II, discover Mediterranean islands rich with history and spectacular beauty. Aboard the sumptuous Sea Cloud II, discover Mediterranean islands rich with history and spectacular beauty. From Malta’s capital of Valletta, sail to Sicily’s ancient port of Trapani. Discover the magnificent remnants of an ancient Greek colony that thrived in Sicily, enjoying an […]

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