Cruise Collection 2019 Brochure

WILDERNESS TRAVEL ’ S Small Ship Cruise Collection 2018–2019

Discover the Exciting World of

Expedition Cruising

Some of the most spectacular places in the world can only be reached by small ship, and these are the places Wilderness Travel loves to explore! We’ve searched the world over and are delighted to offer you our collection of journeys aboard the finest small ships with the most intriguing cruising itineraries. These cruises present a unique and comfortable way to travel, with a great range of experiences and amazing off-the-beaten-path destinations. They are real voyages for real travelers—perfect for Wilderness Travel’s style of adventuring. Small-ship travel offers major advantages, from the intimate size of the vessels and the expertise of onboard guest lecturers and guides to the far-flung destinations themselves, which range from rugged, ice-draped polar coasts to remote Pacific atolls. You’ll be traveling under the care of experienced cruise companies, and while these voyages are not operated by Wilderness Travel, the trips count toward our frequent traveler Toucan Club discounts. The ships in this collection vary widely in their styles and comforts, from a 32-guest vessel on the Amazon River to a 132-guest ice-strengthened expedition ship that plies Arctic waters. Yet they all have an intimate and relaxed atmosphere, fascinating itineraries, and the goal of bringing you to extraordinary places in the company of like-minded companions. We are thrilled to be working with these small-ship cruise companies, and are happy to help you find the cruise that’s right for you.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

ANTARCTICA & PATAGONIA THE ARCTIC EUROPE ASIA PACIFIC LATIN AMERICA HAWAII & ALASKA

6-8 9-13

14-23 24-25 26-31 32-33 34-35 36-43 44

CRUISE VESSELS CRUISES BY RAIL

The Small-Ship Experience

CHOOSE YOUR CRUISE STYLE! Our Cruise Collection includes many types of cruises and levels of service. Unique Expeditions are often one-time-only trips, designed to bring you to the world’s most far-flung destinations, with exciting shore excursions and fantastic naturalists chosen for their gifts for sharing their expertise. Luxury Cruises offer a five-star experience with spacious cabin suites, butler service, fine cuisine prepared by professional chefs, and beautiful lounging areas. Alcoholic beverages and gratuities are included. Casual Cruises offer a casual style; all excursions are elective (not included in the trip price), for a more economical option. You can participate in as many as you wish! Polar Cruises explore the rugged wilds of the polar regions in comfortable ice-strengthened expedition ships with a crew of trained naturalists. River Cruises offer wonderful voyages on some of Europe’s storied rivers, as well as Asia’s Mekong River. Journeys by Rail are aboard a luxury train, but the concept is the same. Unpack just once and experience a fantastic adventure aboard the renowned Golden Eagle trains.

When it comes to exploring by boat, smaller truly is better. Smaller boats can get into ports and places that larger ships can’t, allowing you to savor uncrowded anchorages in remote locations. You’ll enjoy wonderful interactions with fellow passengers, ship officers, staff, and the guides and

lecturers who may accompany you on shore excursions and offer fascinating presentations. Throughout the journey you spend less time queuing up on deck, as guests on large ships must do, and more time off the boat, enjoying the places you came so far to see! ACTIVE, ENLIGHTENING, AND FUN! Each cruise program varies, but most offer wonderfully active days. Zodiacs zip you to

shore for exciting visits to nearby villages and markets, and you’ll enjoy guided walks on history-filled streets, one-on-one encounters with the locals, or excursions to wildlife-rich areas of natural beauty. Optional sea kayaking and snorkeling opportunities are offered on some voyages for memorable encounters with the wonders of underwater realms.

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EXPERT ONBOARD LECTURERS On most of these adventures, you will enjoy the great benefit of traveling in the company of gifted educators and naturalists chosen for their expertise and enthusiasm. They enhance your experience every day as they share their knowledge, passion, and insights during lectures, presentations, chats on deck, and on exciting shore excursions. TRAVEL IN COMFORT Unpack just once and settle into your cabin! The small ships in this program range quite a bit in style, cabin size, and amenities, but all offer comfortable twin or double cabins with en suite facilities, public spaces where you can gather with newfound friends, plus a bar, library, and a dining room serving delightful cuisine, with a local touch whenever possible. Many of the cruises include wine and beer with lunch and dinner on board.

JOIN US! We’re ready to help you choose the perfect trip and assist you every step of the way. To check availability and reserve a place in your preferred cabin, call us at 1-800-368-2794 or email wtcruisecollection@wildernesstravel.com. Detailed itineraries for all voyages, including complete pricing and deck plans, are on our website at www.wtcruisecollection. com . We look forward to sharing the wonderful world of small-ship cruising with you!

“Where do we start to retell our odyssey? This adventure explored the fascinating history of the area, was surrounded by picture-perfect scenery, and had extraordinary cuisine, unequaled service, and breathtaking nature and geology.” — Gus and Christine H., Meeker, CO

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Antarctica, South Georgia & the Falkland Islands ABOARD AN EXPEDITION CRUISE VESSEL

Experience three epic destinations of the Southern Ocean: the wildlife oasis of the Falkland Islands, breathtaking South Georgia Island, with its legends of Shackleton and spectacular colonies of stately king penguins, and the celebrated

DAYS 1-7 USHUAIA TO FALKLAND ISLANDS From Ushuaia, voyage to the rugged Falklands, where you enjoy encounters with Magellanic penguins, nesting gentoos in their burrows, and dashing rockhopper penguins, with their teeming cliff colonies and devil-may-care surf landings.

DAYS 12-20 SCOTIA SEA TO ANTARCTIC PENINSULA Cross the Scotia Sea to the Antarctic Peninsula, with its breathtaking ice-covered mountains and incredible wildlife. Visits may include Paulet Island, with its stunning tabular icebergs, Deception Island, a sea-filled volcanic crater the ship enters through the dramatic Neptune’s Bellows, and the awe-inspiring Lemaire Channel. You’ll walk amid teeming penguin colonies, visit a research station, explore by Zodiac, and perhaps take a bracing dip in the hot springs at Deception Island. Return to Ushuaia and depart on Day 20. DATES

Antarctic Peninsula, a dazzling realm of glistening glaciers and towering peaks rising straight from

DAYS 8-11 SOUTH GEORGIA ISLAND Rearing 10,000 feet out of the sea, supremely isolated South Georgia is one of the most spectacular islands

From/To Buenos Aires

SOUTH AMERICA

FALKLAND ISLANDS

Port Stanley

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Strait of Magellan

CHILEAN FJORDS

Ushuaia

SCOTIA SEA

SOUTH GEORGIA ISLAND

PACIFIC OCEAN

Drake Passage

SOUTH ORKNEY ISLANDS

SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS

the sea. On this comprehensive expedition, set out for adventures by go-anywhere Zodiacs amid drifting bergs, walk on remote shores thronged with chattering penguins and basking elephant seals, and learn from expert naturalists who illuminate the dream world of the Antarctic. DECEPTION ISLAND

200mi

200 km

PAULET ISLAND

Nov 3-24, 2018 Nov 7-27, 2018 Dec 31, ‘18-Jan 19, ‘19 Jan 25-Feb 13, 2019 Feb 12-Mar 3, 2019

Jan 23-Feb 11, 2020 Feb 23-Mar 13, 2020 Feb 25-Mar 18, 2020

ANTARCTIC PENINSULA

in the world—and home to one of the greatest concentrations of Subantarctic wildlife on the planet! Landings include Salisbury Plain, with its hundreds of thousands of king penguins, and the old Norwegian whaling station of Grytviken, where fabled explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton is buried.

Cruise length, itinerary & ship vary by departure

Nov 2-22, 2019 Jan 7-27, 2020

TRIP COST From $13,395 based on triple occupancy Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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From/To Buenos Aires

SOUTH AMERICA

FALKLAND ISLANDS

CHILEAN FJORDS

Beagle Channel

Ushuaia

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Antarctica ABOARD AN EXPEDITION CRUISE VESSEL

PACIFIC OCEAN

Drake Passage

KING GEORGE ISLAND

200 mi

DECEPTION ISLAND

200 km

PAULET ISLAND

PORT LOCKROY

NEKO HARBOR

Antarctica is hypnotically beautiful, with its towering blue-white icebergs, snow- clad mountains sheering from the sea, and spectacular pageant of wildlife. This journey takes place during the austral summer, when the sun emerges from the long winter night and the krill-rich waters teem with life. You’ll walk among rookeries of penguins and their chicks, look for spouting whales, spot Antarctic seabirds, including the fabled wandering albatross, explore by Zodiac, learn about the daring exploits of Antarctic explorers, and photograph sculpted icebergs in the ethereal austral light. There are options to sea kayak or camp on most journeys. Expert naturalists bring the world of the Antarctic to life as they share their in-depth knowledge and passion for this miraculous realm.

DAYS 1-4 USHUAIA TO DRAKE PASSAGE Departing from Ushuaia, cross the famed Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula. Huge albatross and Cape petrels soar above the wake of the ship, and you may also spot whales and dolphins. DAYS 5-12 ANTARCTIC PENINSULA TO USHUAIA You’ll have five exciting days to absorb the pristine beauty and extraordinary wildlife of the Peninsula. Set out for walks among thousands of penguins, explore historic outposts, look for humpback whales, and take Zodiac excursions to towering icebergs and ice floes where seals laze. Destinations may include Paulet Island, home to some 100,000 Ad é lie penguins, Paradise Bay, with its ice cliffs and icebergs, the narrow Lemaire Channel, where the ship navigates a stunning waterway between sheer 3,000-foot peaks, and Deception Island—hardy souls can take a dip in a natural hot spring here on the beach! Return across the Drake Passage to Ushuaia. Disembark on Day 12 and depart.

LEMAIRE CHANNEL

ANTARCTIC PENINSULA

DATES Nov 23-Dec 3, 2018 Nov 30-Dec 10, 2018 Dec 5-16, 2018 Dec 9-19, 2018 Dec 28, ‘18-Jan 8, ‘19 Jan 18-29, 2019 Feb 6-17, 2019 Feb 16-27, 2019 Nov 29-Dec 9, 2019 Dec 8-19, 2019

Dec 18-28, 2019 Dec 18-29, 2019

Dec 27, ‘19-Jan 6, ‘20 Dec 28, ‘19-Jan 8, ‘20 Jan 7-18, 2020 Jan 17-27, 2020 Jan 26-Feb 6, 2020

Feb 4-15, 2020 Feb 5-16, 2020 Feb 15-26, 2020 Cruise length, itinerary, and ship vary by departure TRIP COST From $6,995 based on triple occupancy Price is per person and depends on cabin type Antarctic Peninsula Basecamp ABOARD THE ORTELIUS OR PLANCIUS One of the most active voyages in Antarctica! Hike, snowshoe, kayak, go mountaineering, and even camp out under the southern polar skies— all included in one price. Multiple departures November through March. From $7,950.

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Antarctica Air Cruise ABOARD THE OCEAN NOVA OR HEBRIDEAN SKY

A spectacular flight from Punta Arenas, Chile, brings you to King George Island in Antarctica’s South Shetland Islands, avoiding the two-day, 600-mile crossing of the infamous Drake Passage (and that’s each way). Upon arrival, board your comfortable expedition vessel to head out for four full days of exploring the spectacular wildlife wonders of the “Last Continent,” looking for penguins, seals, and whales.

the Lemaire Channel, Petermann Island, and many other magnificent places. DAYS 7-8 PUNTA ARENAS On Day 7, fly to Punta Arenas, overnight at hotel, and depart on Day 8.

DAYS 1-2 PUNTA ARENAS, CHILE, TO KING GEORGE A two-hour flight from Punta Arenas brings you to King George Island. You’ll explore the area surrounding Chile’s Frei Station and Russia’s Bellingshausen Station, then board the ship. DAYS 3-6 ANTARCTICA PENINSULA Cruise along ice-filled fjords and among spectacular icebergs, enjoy the company of seabirds, penguins, seals, and whales, and explore by go-anywhere Zodiac. Your voyage may include Paradise Bay, Deception Island,

SOUTH AMERICA

Strait of Magellan

FALKLAND ISLANDS

CHILEAN FJORDS

Punta Arenas

ATLANTIC OCEAN

PACIFIC OCEAN

DATES Weekly departures Dec-Feb

Drake Passage

KING GEORGE ISLAND

200 mi

TRIP COST From $11,395 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

DECEPTION ISLAND

SOUTH SHETLAND ISLANDS

200 km

LEMAIRE CHANNEL

ANTARCTIC PENINSULA

Retrace Charles Darwin’s route aboard the HMS Beagle on an expedition cruise through the magnificent Chilean fjords. You’ll encounter massive ice fields, lush sub-polar forests, and secluded beaches on islands that remain unspoiled and barely touched by civilization. Stops include legendary Cape Horn and historic Wulaia Bay, the spectacular Pía and Águila glaciers, the boisterous penguin colonies on Tuckers and Magdalena islands, and a special cruise through breathtaking “Glacier Alley.” Darwin’s Route from Ushuaia ABOARD THE STELLA AUSTRALIS OR VENTUS AUSTRALIS

CHILE

ARGENTINA

Fitzroy

Lago Viedma

El Calafate

el Paine

DAYS 1-4 USHUAIA TO AGOSTINI SOUND From Ushuaia, cruise to Cape Horn to explore this rocky promontory overlooking the turbulent waters of the Drake Passage, then enjoy a choice of hikes at Wulaia Bay. Shore excursions bring you to the Pía and Garibaldi glaciers, and in Agostini Sound, see the glaciers that descend from the middle of the Darwin Mountains.

DAYS 5-9 MAGDALENA ISLAND TO USHUAIA Explore the penguin colonies of Magdalena Island and the Tuckers Islets, and visit Punta Arenas. At Ainsworth Bay, guided hikes offer views of Marinelli Glacier and the Darwin Mountains. Cruise past “Glacier Alley,” where a parade of tidewater glaciers flows down to the sea. Dock in Ushuaia on Day 9 and disembark. . TRIP COST From $3,240 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

ARGENTINA CHILE Magdalena Island

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Punta Arenas

Tucker Islet

Ainsworth Bay

Garibaldi Glacier

Ushuaia

Wulaia Bay

Glacier Alley

PACIFIC OCEAN

Cape Horn

100 mi

DATES Weekly departures Oct-Apr

100 km

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Arctic Wildlife Safari ABOARD THE SEA SPIRIT

DAYS 1-2 LONGYEARBYEN TO ISFJORDEN After an overnight in Longyearbyen, embark and sail into a true wilderness where nature rules. DAYS 3-10 WEST SPITSBERGEN Experience excellent wildlife viewing as you explore Svalbard’s spectacular fjords, coasts, and islands. Seals watch vigilantly for polar bears on ice floes and fast ice (the ice that extends out from shore), the flowering tundra is home to grazing reindeer and playful Arctic fox, the waters are home to walrus and a variety of whales, and the whole area is alive with migratory birds. To complete the Arctic experience you’ll explore places rich with history—the remnants of whaling camps, trappers’ cabins, staging areas for early attempts to discover the North Pole, and even an abandoned polar research station. Disembark in Longyearbyen on Day 10 and depart. The island of Spitsbergen is home to deep fjords flanked by jagged snowy mountains, immense tidewater glaciers, and some of the Arctic’s best wildlife viewing opportunities—walrus, Arctic fox, reindeer, and a variety of whales and seals. And Spitsbergen is one of the best places in the world to view polar bears, the world’s largest land carnivore. On this expedition, you’ll venture to the jumbled edge of the north polar ice cap in search of them stalking their prey in their preferred habitat: the pack ice. Optional sea kayaking adventures allow you to explore rugged coastlines and remote waters that very few people have ever paddled. ARCTIC OCEAN Ny Ålesund

DATES Jun 13-22, 2019 Jun 21-30, 2019 Jun 29-Jul 10, 2019

PHIPPSOYA ISLAND

NORDAUSLANDET

Liefdefjord

Alkefjellet

TRIP COST From $6,495

SVALBARD

R

Longyearbyen

Price is per person and depends on cabin type

EDGEØYA ISLAND

NORWAY

100 mi

GREENLAND SEA

100 km

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Wrangel Island: Across the Top of the World ABOARD THE SPIRIT OF ENDERBY

Wrangel Is.

Herald Is.

A world of spouting whales, enormous bird colonies, walrus haul-outs, and native villages is revealed as you cruise from Russia through the Bering Strait to Wrangel Island, a treasure trove of Arctic biodiversity. Along the

CHUKCHI SEA

USA ALASKA

Kolyuchin Is.

RUSSIA

B e r i n g S t r a i t

CHUKOTKA

Uelen

Cape Dezhnev

Nome

Anadyr

Yttygran, Nuneangan & Arakamchechen

BERING SEA

The Aleutian Islands & the Russian Far East ABOARD THE SILVER EXPLORER

100 mi

100 km

way, you may catch many glimpses of polar bears, as well as walrus, reindeer, snow geese, and other migratory bird species that nest here in the brief Arctic summer. DAYS 1-10 ANADYR TO WRANGEL ISLAND While cruising toward the Bering Strait, search for gray whales by Zodiac and look for nesting seabirds. Visit Uelen village, with its traditional Chukchi and Inuit art, and see the amazing birdlife of Kolyuchin Island. On Wrangel Island, a major polar bear denning area, enjoy landings to search for wildlife and see the carpets of summer wildflowers. DAYS 11-15 NORTH SIBERIAN COAST TO ANADYR In the enormous Kolyuchin Inlet, search the dunes and tidal areas for birdlife including emperor geese and spoon-billed sandpipers. Returning through the Bering Strait, you’ll pass the Diomede Islands. Disembark in Anadyr and depart on Day 15.

This journey encompassing the Kuril and Aleutian Islands is an incredible opportunity to discover the wildlife, people, and fascinating human history of this desolate and wild part of the world. On Zodiac cruises, you’ll search for whales, seals, and brown bears, while shore excursions find you hiking volcanic landscapes that have barely been touched by human hands. ALASKA ARCTIC OCEAN Uyak Bay Seward Aghiyuk Island

Kodiak Island Chignik

A R C T I C C I R C L E

Unga Village

The Haystacks

DAYS 1-7 OTARU, JAPAN TO PETROPAVLOSK Depart Otaru and cruise to the Kuril Islands, a volcanic archipelago that’s one of the richest areas in the world for sea mammals and birds.

Dutch Harbor

Baby Islands

RUSSIA

Attu Island

Seguam Island

Kiska Harbor

DATES Aug 6-20, 2018

TRIP COST From $10,500 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

Petropavlovsk

PACIFIC OCEAN

Atlasova Island

Tyuliny Island

Yankicha Island

Aug 20-Sep 3, 2018 Jul 22-Aug 5, 2019 Aug 5-19, 2019 Aug 19-Sep 2, 2019

Korsakov

800 mi

Otaru

800 km

JAPAN

Tokyo

DAYS 8-13 ALEUTIAN ISLANDS TO SEWARD Cruising past the Aleutians, enjoy shore excursions to hike amid volcanic landscapes, search for birds including bald eagles and whiskered auklets, spot whales, learn about the area’s WWII history, visit both abandoned and thriving fishing villages, see magnificent scenery and brown bears at Katmai National Park, and call at Kodiak Island. Disembark in Seward.

DATES Jun 14-Jul 1, 2019

TRIP COST From $11,610 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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Northwest Passage: In the Footsteps of Franklin ABOARD THE OCEAN ADVENTURER For centuries, fortune-seekers risked their lives to find the Northwest Passage, the fabled sea route running between Europe and Asia. On this active adventure, cruise through the heart of the Northwest Passage and experience firsthand the islands, waterways, and wilds that still yield a gratifying sense of achievement for all who make the voyage. One of the highlights is Beechey Island, made famous by explorers such as Roald Amundsen and Sir John Franklin, who disappeared on his last expedition here in 1845. Searchers from Parks Canada found the wreck of one of his ships, the Erebus , in 2014; the Terror was found two years later.

CANADA

Resolute

Beechey Island Croker Bay

200 mi

200 km

Fort Ross

Dundas Harbour

Baffin Bay

GREENLAND

Pond Inlet B A F F I N I S L A N D

Royal Society Fjord

To Ottawa

Sam Ford Fjord

A R C T I C C I R C L E

Qikiqtarjuak

Pangnirtung

Kangerlussuaq

CANADA

Nuuk

From Ottawa

DAYS 1-5 OTTAWA, CANADA / WEST GREENLAND From Ottawa, fly to Kangerlussuaq and embark. Explore the West Greenland coast, including Maniitsoq, surrounded by soaring, snow-capped mountains, and Nuuk, the capital, a haven for history and culture lovers. Traverse the Davis Strait en route to the Canadian Arctic. DAYS 6-17 CANADA’S HIGH ARCTIC Zodiac, kayaking, and hiking excursions allow you to encounter the unique wildlife that calls this mysterious realm of dramatic fjords, glaciers, and mountains home. The icy waters host narwhals, beluga and right whales, ring and harp seals, and the skies are filled with countless birds. You’ll go ashore for hikes at such places as Cape Mercy and Dundas Harbour, and Zodiacs bring you close to the face of an actively calving glacier.

windswept Beechey Island, you’ll visit the small marked graves of three crew members who died during Sir John Franklin’s tragic expedition. Cruising past coastal islands, you have a chance of spotting beluga whales and narwhals as they feed on the large numbers of Arctic char, and at Baffin Island, see bowhead whales at Isabella Bay. The communities visited on the voyage include the traditional Inuit village of Pond Inlet and Fort Ross, where the Hudson’s Bay Company established a now-abandoned trading post in 1937. Disembark in Resolute on Day 16, fly to Ottawa, and depart on Day 17.

Some of the best ancient Thule remains in the Arctic are at Radstock Bay, a polar bear observation site. As icebergs travel down the Davis Strait, they’re naturally trapped at Qikiqtarjuaq, the iceberg capital of the world. A hike up to the hilltop inukshuk (a stone figure made by the Inuit) rewards you with spectacular views of the community. At

DATES Aug 26-Sep 11, 2018 Aug 27-Sep 12, 2019

TRIP COST From $9,695

Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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Path of the Vikings: Reykjavik to Quebec ABOARD THE LE CHAMPLAIN

DAYS 1-4 REYKJAVIK TO ÍSAFJÖRDUR Starting in Reykjavik, explore Iceland’s scenic wonders known as the Golden Circle— Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss Waterfall, and the Geysir Center. Embark Le Champlain and head to Vigur, the summer home to vast numbers of puffins, black guillemots, Arctic terns, and eiders. Cruise to Ísafjördur, where a cultural tour reveals the history and daily life of one of Iceland’s oldest fishing settlements. DAYS 5-8 GREENLAND COAST Visit the small settlement of Tasiilaq, with an optional hike to Flower Valley, with its colorful summer flora. Watch for seals, whales, and polar bears and, conditions permitting, go ashore at Napassorssuaq Fjord to explore this remote shoreline. Breathtaking vistas of icebergs and steep, glacier-cut cliffs with frozen waterfalls clinging to their edges await as you cruise among a flotilla of ice in Prins Christian Sund. By Zodiac and aboard the ship, cruise the bays and finger-like offshoots of this truly spectacular place. DAYS 9-17 L’ANSE AUX MEADOWS TO QUEBEC CITY L’Anse aux Meadows, settled by Leif Ericson in AD 1000, remains the only authenticated Viking settlement in North America. In Gros Morne National Park, hike to the Tablelands, a landform that resembles the surface of Mars, and keep an eye out for the rich wildlife—caribou,

Cruise along chiseled fjords packed with glittering icebergs on this expedition that explores the Arctic regions of Iceland, Greenland, and Canada. In Iceland, you’ll visit the fascinating sites of the country’s scenic Golden Circle and search the skies for a variety of seabirds including colorful puffins and Arctic terns. Watch for seals, whales, and polar bears as you cruise the fjords of Greenland, and in Canada, visit the remains of an ancient Viking settlement, enjoy a hike through Gros Morne National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and visit the Gaspé Peninsula, with its colonies of northern gannets. Conclude with a cruise through the Fjord du Saguenay, which offers some of Canada’s most breathtaking scenery.

Arctic hare, fox, weasel, lynx, and the occasional black bear. Bonaventure Island is the setting for a hike to view fascinating geology and a variety of birdlife. The cruise ends with a voyage through Fjord du Saguenay, a narrow waterway lined by towering cliffs. Arrive in Quebec City and disembark on Day 17.

ICELAND

Vigur Is.

GREENLAND

Ísafjörður

Tasiilaq

Reykjavik

Napassorssuaq

Prins Christian Sund

CANADA

DATES Aug 27-Sep 12, 2019

TRIP COST From $14,980 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

Havre St. Pierre

L'Anse aux Meadows

Saguenay

Gros Morne N.P.

Gaspé

Québec City

ATLANTIC OCEAN

500 mi

500 km

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Three Arctic Islands ABOARD THE OCEAN ADVENTURER This thrilling journey across the Arctic brings you to the land of Vikings, fjords, and magnificent land- and seascapes. The glaciers and abundant wildlife of Spitsbergen, Greenland’s remote eastern coast, with its musk oxen and remains of ancient Thule settlements, the towering mountains and icebergs of Scoresbysund, the largestand arguably the most beautiful fjord system in the world— they’re all on this spectacular adventure. Activities include options for short or long walks and hikes—sit on a rock on the beach and take in the scenery, or grab a walking stick and explore with your fellow travelers—it’s up to you! And sit- on-top kayaks grant you an unforgettable experience on the water, one of the most intimate and inspiring ways to explore these rugged domains.

GREENLAND SEA

SVALBARD (Norway)

Spitsbergen

DAYS 1-5 SPITSBERGEN The abundant wildlife and austere beauty of Spitsbergen is simply extraordinary. Cruise past spectacular glacier fronts and steep-walled fjords with possibilities of seeing walrus, polar bear, and Spitsbergen reindeer, while birders will be thrilled to see Arctic terns, skuas, long-tailed ducks, kittiwakes, and glaucous and ivory gulls. When conditions are right, the ship may sail within 600 miles of the North Pole! DAYS 6-11 GREENLAND’S REMOTE EASTERN COAST While sailing south through the Greenland Sea, you’ll learn about the wildlife and history of Greenland, and begin to identify seabirds on the wing. Exploring Greenland’s remote eastern coast by Zodiac and on shore excursions, you’ll visit ancient settlement sites, keep an eye out for grazing musk oxen (40% of the world’s population lives here), and sail through spectacular Scoresbysund, the birthplace of many icebergs and, some say, the most beautiful fjord system in the world. This is an ideal place for optional kayaking, too!

400 mi

Longyearbyen

400 km

Scoresby Sund GREENLAND

ATLANTIC OCEAN

D e n m a r k S t r a i t

A R C T I C C I R C L E

Akureyri

Reykyavik

ICELAND

NORWAY

DAYS 12-13 CRUISE THE DENMARK STRAIT TO ICELAND Watch seabirds soar above the ship as you cruise to Iceland. Disembark in Akureyri and transfer to your waiting charter flight to Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, at the end of your journey. Depart on Day 13.

DATES Aug 4-16, 2019

TRIP COST From $8,095 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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Dublin to London ABOARD THE SILVER CLOUD

Wild moors and rugged coasts, mighty mountains, and hauntingly beautiful landscapes are the breathtaking backdrop for this exciting cruise. Delve deep into Scottish and English history as you discover some of Scotland’s most sacred and historical sites, and visit the majestic York Minster, one of the largest and most ornate examples of Gothic cathedrals in northern Europe. . DAYS 1-6 DUBLIN TO ORKNEY

TRIP COST From $9,400 Price is per person and depends on cabin type with its famous 14th century stained glass windows. The cruise ends in London, where history greets you at every turn. DAYS 7-13 SHETLAND ISLANDS TO LONDON After exploring the port of Lerwick, head to Noss, whose sandstone cliffs host numerous seabirds including gannets, puffins, guillemots, shags, and kittiwakes. After visiting Aberdeen, head to England, where you’ll tour York’s great Minster,

ISLANDS Embark in Dublin and cruise to Scotland’s storied isles, including Iona, Lunga, Oban, and Skye, where beautiful, soft mists and sunsets linger brilliantly until late at night. St. Kilda is home to the most important seabird breeding colony in northwest Europe, and you’ll also visit bustling Kirkwall, the main town on Orkney, with its 17th and 18th century houses.

200 mi

Lerwick/ Isle of Nos

200 km

ATLANTIC OCEAN

Kirkwall

St. Kilda

SCOTLAND

Portree Lunga

Aberdeen

Oban Mallaig

Iona

Eyemouth

North Sea

Hull

Dublin

DATES May 23-Jun 4, 2019

ENGLAND

IRELAND

London

Celtic Sea

Ramsgate

Wild Norway & Svalbard ABOARD THE OCEAN ADVENTURER

Dramatic scenery, abundant wildlife, and charming villages are the hallmarks of Norway’s breathtaking coastal realms. The long days of Arctic summer allow ample time for exploration by ship, during expeditionary Zodiac cruises, and on foot. You’ll meet the hardy residents of timeless fishing villages and towns steeped in the history of maritime trade and exploration. And in Svalbard, the wildlife is plentiful—the area is home to a wealth of species, including the mighty polar bear!

400 mi

400 km

Moffen Is.

Liefdefjorden

Poolepynten

Longyearbyen

DAYS 12-17 SPITSBERGEN, SVALBARD ARCHIPELAGO Explore the rugged coastline, spectacular narrow fjords, and offshore islands of Spitsbergen, and discover its abundant wildlife including seabirds, walrus, whales, seals, and polar bears. Disembark in Longyearbyen and fly to Oslo. Depart on Day 17. TRIP COST From $11,980 Price is per person and depends on cabin type

DAYS 1-11 BERGEN TO BEAR ISLAND Fly to Bergen, embark, and set out on a cruise through Norway’s dramatic fjords. You’ll stop at several islands, including the Lofoten Islands, to visit quaint villages and view abundant wildlife, including millions of nesting seabirds. On one day, visit Tromso, the “Gateway to the Arctic.”

SPITSBERGEN

Bear Island

ARCTIC OCEAN

Skarsvaag/ North Cape

LOFOTEN ISLANDS

Tromso

A R C T I C C I R C L E

Trollfjord Stamsund Reine Rost

Kjerringgoy

Expedition Stop

FINLAND

Runde

fjord

Geiranger

DATES May 17-Jun 2, 2019

Bergen Oslo

ESTONIA

NORWAY SWEDEN

LATVIA

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Circumnavigation of Iceland ABOARD THE SILVER CLOUD

Langanes Peninsula

Hornbjard Cliffs

r Is di

Vigu land

Húsavík

Dynjan

Akureyi

Experience the singular beauty of Iceland on this circumnavigation of “the land of fire and ice.” Breathtaking fjords, thundering waterfalls, seaside cliffs packed with nesting birds, quiet lakes and lagoons, mighty glaciers, and the awesomeness of Iceland’s geothermal power are all on view on this exciting voyage, along with encounters with the fascinating local culture. Weather permitting, you’ll have the opportunity to kayak under the guidance of certified instructors—a unique chance to truly appreciate the wilds of the Arctic.

Klakkeyjar Island

Latrabjarg Cliffs

ICEL AND

Stykkishólmur

Vatnajökull Glacier

Blue Lagoon

Djupivogur

Reykjavík

Vestmannaeyjar

Surtsey

ATLANTIC OCEAN

100 mi

100 km

island reveals large numbers of Atlantic puffins, Arctic terns, and black guillemots, and you’ll enjoy home-baked cakes and cookies with Vigur’s residents. A hike to a towering waterfall is followed by a cruise past the cliffs of Latrabjarg, Europe’s largest bird cliff. Millions of seabirds—from northern gannets to razorbills—make their home along the promontory of steep ledges, out of the range of scavenging foxes. After sailing through the remote Klakkeyjar Islands, arrive in Reykjavík. Disembark on Day 10 and depart.

DAYS 1-3 REYKJAVÍK TO VATNAJÖKULL NATIONAL PARK From Reykjavík, cruise to Heimaey, where the power of Iceland’s geothermal forces is very evident—in 1973, the Eldfell volcano erupted here, destroying many buildings and forcing an evacuation of the residents to mainland Iceland. Sail past Surtsey, an island formed by volcanic eruptions just 10 years earlier. In Vatnajökull National Park, local watercraft bring you across a huge freshwater lagoon formed by the melting ice of one of the tongues of the Vatnajökull Glacier. You’ll go birdwatching at Bulandsnes, a renowned bird sanctuary, and at Papey Island, home to some 30,000 pairs of puffins during the summer months.

DAYS 4-6 LANGANES PENINSULA TO AKUREYRI The verdant Langanes Peninsula is covered by mossy meadows studded with crumbling remains of long-ago settlements. In Húsavík, the “Whale Capital of Iceland,” you’ll visit the whale museum and go on a whale-watching excursion looking for humpbacks, minkes, and other cetaceans. Akureyri is the gateway to Lake Myvatn, part of a protected nature reserve, and many birds frequent the surrounding wetlands. DAYS 7-10 VIGUR ISLAND TO REYKJAVÍK Sail past the Hornbjard Cliffs to Vigur, a private island that’s home to a single farming family. A walk across the

DATES Aug 5-14, 2019

TRIP COST From $7,500

Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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River Cruising on the Danube & Rhine ABOARD PREMIER RIVER VESSELS Our collection of River Cruises offers delightful voyages on Europe’s storied rivers, including the Danube and Rhine. Framed by rolling hillsides, lush vineyards, and medieval castles, the Danube has captivated musicians, artists, and poets throughout the centuries. On the Rhine, grand cities such as Strasbourg blend in perfect harmony with their historic past and progressive future. On foot, by motor coach, or guided bike rides, explore perfectly preserved medieval cities and discover a wealth of art, history, and cultural treasures as you cruise to some of Europe’s most famous destinations. Iconic sights include Vienna, with its imperial palaces and museums full of masterpieces, and the grand cosmopolitan city of Budapest, long a center of great beauty, elegance, and sophistication. Additional cruises on the Danube are also offered. See our website or call for more details.

The Romantic Danube VILSHOFEN TO BUDAPEST Melodies of the Danube BUDAPEST TO VILSHOFEN

A voyage of legendary destinations! Explore Salzburg, renowned for its Baroque architecture; hike to Passau’s “Veste Oberhaus” (Castle Hill); savor wonderful dry white wines from Austria’s Wachau Valley; and experience the timeless beauty and fascinating history of three magnificent capitals: Vienna, Bratislava, and Budapest. Excursions to Linz’s old city center and Cesky Krumlov, in the Czech Republic, are also available. 7 nights. DATES & TRIP COST Departures Mar-Dec from $2,599

POL AND

Prague

Ceský Krumlov CZECH REPUBLIC

GERMANY

Regensburg

D a n u b e

SLOVAKIA

Vilshofen

Dürnstein Weissenkirchen/Dürnstein

Passau

Bratislava

Linz Salzburg

Vienna Melk

R i v e r

Munich

Budapest

AUSTRIA

HUNGARY

100 mi

100 km

ITALY

SLOVENIA

CROATIA

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Special Departures CHRISTMAS MARKETS ON THE RHINE & DANUBE Experience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Europe at its most festive time of year as you cruise along the Rhine or Danube rivers. From Strasbourg, with its magnificent great Christmas tree, and Nuremberg’s festive Christkindlesmarkt, the largest and oldest Christmas Market in Germany, to Regensburg’s Christmas Market at Thurn and Taxis Castle, you’ll cherish the glory of the season in grand European style. Sparkling lights in a winter wonderland, the festive sounds of children singing carols; the enticing aromas of mulled wine and roasted chestnuts—it’s all here to savor and enjoy! 7 nights. Departures Nov-Dec from $2,899

Enchanting Rhine BASEL TO AMSTERDAM Captivating Rhine AMSTERDAM TO BASEL

This enchanting journey brings you to magnificent cities, castles from yesteryear, and charming villages where timeless traditions remain intact. Highlights include Amsterdam’s colorful canals, Cologne’s Old Town, with its UNESCO-recognized cathedral, the welcoming capital of Strasbourg, and Heidelberg, the perfectly preserved medieval city nestled in the Neckar River Valley along Germany’s Castle Road. 7 nights.

DATES & TRIP COST Departures Mar-Nov from $2,799

NORTH SEA

NETHERLANDS

Amsterdam

Ams-Rhine Canal

Floriade

GERMANY

R h i n e R i v e r

Cologne

BELGIUM

Koblenz

Heidelberg Ludwigshafen

Rüdesheim

Speyer

FRANCE

Strasbourg

D a n u b e R .

Breisach

Basel

100 mi

Zurich

Lucerne

100 km

SWITZERLAND

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River Cruising in France, Portugal & Spain ABOARD PREMIER RIVER VESSELS Paris & Normandy PARIS ROUNDTRIP

The Rhone, Seine, and Douro rivers flow through some of the loveliest valleys of France, Portugal, and Spain. Rambling vineyards and grand wine estates invite exploration, while splendid cities like Rouen and Salamanca beguile with their fascinating architecture, magnificent cathedrals, and lively markets. Cruise itineraries are enlivened by walking tours, wine tasting with local vintners, and guided bike rides designed to take you off the beaten path and through Europe’s timeless countryside. In select cities, Special Interest Tours offer a chance to be even more immersed in local life—ideal for those who want to do something a little different. Cruises to the Bordeaux and Provence regions are also offered. See our website or call for more details.

Monet’s gardens, Rouen’s Cathedral of Notre Dame, and the charming harbor town of Honfleur will inspire you the same way they inspired the great Impressionists. The cruise includes the unforgettable beaches of Normandy where Allied forces landed during WWII’s D-Day invasion. 7 nights. DATES & TRIP COST Departures Mar-Nov from $3,099 English Channel Rouen Caudebec Honfleur BELGIUM 50 km 50 mi

S e i n e R .

Les Andelys Giverny

Vernon

Auvers-sur-Oise

Paris

FRANCE

Flavors of Portugal & Spain PORTO TO VEGA TERRÓN

Enticing Douro PORTO ROUNDTRIP Set sail in Porto, the gateway to the Douro River Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, with lush vineyards and attractive quintas clinging to the steep sides of the river. Taste wines from these vineyards and discover the timeless traditions of Portuguese winemaking. 7 nights. DATES & TRIP COST Departures Apr-Nov from $3,099 Rambling vineyards and charming quintas create an incomparable backdrop to Portugal’s Douro River Valley, one of Europe’s most unspoiled regions. Taste wines from historic wineries, visit Porto, the beautiful “City of Bridges,” and on a land extension, explore Toledo, Madrid, and Salamanca, the “Golden City.” 7 nights. DATES & TRIP COST Departures Apr-Oct from $3,199 Barca d'Alva ATLANTIC OCEAN D o u r o D o u r o R . Porto Pinhão Lamego Régua Entre-Os-Rios From Lisbon PORTUGAL SPAIN 800 mi Barca d'Alva ATLANTIC OCEAN D o u r o D o u r o R . Porto Pinhão Lamego Régua Entre-Os-Rios Vega de Terron PORTUGAL SPAIN 800 km 800 mi Salamanca To Madrid From Lisbon

800 km

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Iberian Peninsula Cruise ABOARD THE OCEAN ADVENTURER

Join this fantastic circumnavigation of Spain and Portugal’s storied coasts, with stops to explore the incredibly rich heritage and cultures of the region. Marvel at the extraordinary Sagrada Familia Church, Barcelona’s most famous landmark, visit Granada’s stunning Alhambra and the Great Mosque of Cordoba, then sail through the Strait of Gilbraltar, which connects the Mediterranean to the Atlantic Ocean. After discovering the charms of Sevilla, you’ll cruise up the Portuguese coast to Porto to sample velvety port wine and stroll through its lovely Old Town. Heading back into Spain, you’ll explore the holy city of Santiago de Compostela, discover the pintxos bars of San Sebastian, and end the cruise in Bilbao.

DAYS 1-5 BARCELONA TO CARTAGENA After touring Barcelona’s Gothic Quarter, embark and cruise to Valencia, where bustling plazas lie around every corner of the Old Town and the central market is always abuzz with activity. In Cartagena, discover the city’s Roman heritage at the 2,000-year-old amphitheater and excavated acropolis. You’ll also explore the Castillo de la Concepción, a medieval fortress with sweeping views. DAYS 6-9 GRANADA TO SEVILLA In the medieval city of Granada, visit the Alhambra, one of the most breathtaking structures in all Europe. This palace-fortress, built during the 14th century, is among the world’s finest examples of Moorish

DAYS 12-16 SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA TO BILBAO Heading back into Spain, make a pilgrimage to UNESCO-designated Santiago de Compostela, which once rivaled Rome and Jerusalem as a holy site. Oviedo, capital of Asturias province, was never invaded by the Moors, and its three 9th century churches have retained their pre-Romanesque style. On your last day, you can visit San Sebastian, with its lively pintxos bars (the Basque version of tapas), or head to Bilbao for a guided tour of the Guggenheim Museum. Depart from Bilbao on Day 16.

architecture. From Málaga, venture inland to explore the exquisite Mezquita (the Great Mosque) of Cordoba, a splendid example of Islamic architecture dating back to the 8th century. After cruising through the Strait of Gibraltar, head to Sevilla, whose Old Quarter boasts three UNESCO World Heritage Sites including the world’s largest Gothic cathedral. DAYS 10-11 PORTO, PORTUGAL Gateway to the Douro River Valley, Porto is famed for its wine lodges serving the region’s revered fortified sweet wine, port. Enjoy a tasting during a day of exploration, including the town’s twin-towered cathedral, medieval Ribeira quay, and the Miragaia district where colorful houses cling to the hillside.

DATES Apr 18-May 3, 2019

TRIP COST From $11,980

Price is per person and depends on cabin type

Gijon/Oviedo

La Coruna

San Sebastian

Santiago de Compostela

Bilbao

Vilagarcia

Barcelona

Porto

SPAIN

Valencia

PORTUGAL

Cordoba

Seville

Granada

Cartagena

Motril

Cadiz

Málaga

ATLANTIC OCEAN

100 mi

100 km

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Treasures of Sicily ABOARD LE BOUGAINVILLE Discover mythical places at the crossroads of Eastern and Western civilizations on this cruise combining the treasures of Malta and Sicily. From Valletta, Malta, you’ll head straight to the Sicilian coast to begin a circumnavigation of this storied island. Explore the archaeological wonders of Agrigento, see the incredible mosaics of Monreale’s cathedral near Palermo,

TYRRHENIAN SEA

Palermo

Trapani

Taormina

DAYS 1-3 VALLETTA TO TRAPANI From Valletta, the capital of Malta, cruise to Porto Empedocle, Sicily, the gateway to Agrigento, a UNESCOWorld Heritage Site. A walking tour brings you to the most important monuments including the famous Temple of Zeus, the largest in Greek antiquity. Trapani, the former port of the Greek city of Erice, boasts a fascinating cultural heritage, bearing witness to the many influences of civilizations that came here.

SICILY

Porto Empedocle

Siracusa

50 mi

50 km

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Mgarr

Valletta

MALTA

explore its medieval center, suspended a thousand feet above the sea. A central city of ancient Greece, Siracusa was also home to a succession of civilizations, as shown in its 5th century Greek theater and Roman amphitheater of Augustus. DAYS 8-9 MGARR, GOZO, TO VALLETTA, MALTA On the island of Gozo, discover the megalithic temples of Ggantija, a World Heritage Site. Wine tasting and a boat tour around Comino Island are among your options here. Arriving in Valletta, you’ll have a chance to visit the Tarxien temple, dating from 3150 BC, one of the largest and most complex of the prehistoric sites on the island, and the Blue Grotto, a cave complex accessed by boat, before disembarking on Day 9.

and visit the seaside town of Taormina, with its Greco- Roman theater—and enjoy the option to hike the slopes of Mount Etna! In Siracusa, you’ll discover a wealth of fascinating archaeological sites including its 5th century BC Greek theater. Heading toward Malta, you’ll visit the

DAYS 4-7 PALERMO TO SIRACUSA Phoenicians, Carthaginians, Romans, Byzantines, Arabs, Normans—Palermo is a rich culmination of many cultural influences, wonderfully seen at such sites as the cathedral in Monreale, with its opulent Byzantine mosaics, and nearby Cefalú, with its grand Norman cathedral. In Taormina,

small island of Gozo, with its megalithic temples, then end the cruise in Valletta, a World Heritage Site with countless monuments, extensive gardens, and prehistoric sites.

DATES Jul 6-14, 2019

TRIP COST From $5,330

Price is per person and depends on cabin type

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The Great Corsican Loop ABOARD THE LE PONANT

Pristine nature, idyllic beaches, enchanting port cities, secret coves, and rocky headlands: the Mediterranean is simply enchanting. On this exciting cruise, discover the island of Elba, where Napoleon resided during his exile, and Corsica, the renowned “Ile de Beauté.” Stops include Bonifacio, a fortress sculpted by wind and spray, Cargèse, with its ancient Greek heritage, and Calvi, a city of great charm and beauty.

DAYS 1-4 NICE TO PORTO SANTO STEFANO From Nice, capital of the Cote d’Azur, cruise to the isle of Elba. Optional excursions include a visit to Napoleon’s imperial residence, the Palazzina dei Mulini, whose gardens offer outstanding views of the sea. Another option brings you past beautiful bays and white-sand beaches to the fishermen’s harbor of Porto Azzurro, dominated by an ancient medieval fortress.

TRIP COST From $4,450 Price is per person and depends on cabin type set on a turquoise-emerald sea. Cargèse, “the most Greek of Corsican villages,” has traditional white houses with blue shutters. Explore the picturesque villages of the Balagne region, with a stop for an olive oil tasting, and visit the ancient Genoese stronghold of Calvi before cruising back to Nice. DAYS 5-8 BONIFACIO TO NICE On Corsica, stroll the cobblestone streets of Bonifacio and explore the Lavezzi Islands, a marine sanctuary

Nice

Portoferraio

MEDITERRANEAN SEA

Island of Elba

Calvi

Porto Santo Stefano

CORSICA

Cargèse

TYRRHENIAN SEA

50 mi

50 km

DATES Jul 25-Aug 1, 2019

Sant’Amanza

Bonifacio

Jewels of the Cyclades ABOARD THE GALILEO

Unlock the wonders of Greece’s Cyclades, an island group forming a rough circle in the blue Aegean Sea. The sea cliffs of Folegandros, the sacred isle of Delos, breathtaking Santorini, the whitewashed villages of Mykonos—they’re all on this journey, along with fascinating sites of antiquity, hidden coves (great swimming in beautiful bays!), postcard-perfect beaches, and a fantastic cuisine born of the sea.

DAYS 1-3 ATHENS TO SANTORINI Embark and cruise to the tiny isle of Poliegos, known for its amazing beaches. After a swim and barbecue, sail to Folegandros, where you’ll dine at a traditional Greek taverna. In Santorini, explore Fira, the capital, with an optional excursion to the archaeological excavations at Akrotiri, and stunning Oia, with its breathtaking view over the caldera.

TRIP COST From $2,590 Price is per person and depends on cabin type enjoy its sandy beaches or stroll through town, then head to Kythnos to swim in Kolones Bay. Depart on Day 8 via Athens. DAYS 4-8 PAROS TO KYTHNOS Visit Parikia and the quaint village of Naoussa on Paros, then take optional tours of the ruins on Delos, Greece’s most sacred island. Stop at one of Mykonos’ beautiful bays for a swim before calling at Mykonos town. On Syros,

AEGEAN SEA

Athens

50 mi

50 km

Syros

Mykonos

Poros

Kythnos

Delos

GREEK ISLES

Paros

Antiparos

Poliegos

DATES Weekly departures Apr-Oct

Folegandros

Santorini

SEA OF CRETE

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