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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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  • M.S. Sonesta St. George I

    Highlights of Egypt: Cairo & Nile cruise

    Egypt

    • Stay next door to the pyramids at the iconic Marriott Mena House hotel, a 19th century former hunting lodge.

    • Privately tour the Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur pyramids, one of the earliest attempts at pyramid architecture.

    • Enjoy the scenery of the Nile Valley on a romantic three-night cruise from Aswan to Luxor.

    • Take a short motorboat ride to the incredibly peaceful and tranquil Philae Temple, close to Aswan.

    • Explore lesser-known and lesser-visited temples at Edfu and Kom Ombo, dedicated to the crocodile god, Sobek.

    7 days from $4,295pp

  • 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 $4,400pp

  • Houseboat, Kerala

    South India's temples & backwaters

    India

    • Soak up the view of the Shore Temple at sunset.

    • Enjoy France in India in the former colonial enclave of Pondicherry.

    • Stay in a village of 19th century merchants' homes.

    • Witness the ceremonies in Sri Meenakshi temple with hundreds of pilgrims and the smell of incense.

    14 days from $4,785pp

  • Kayaking, Halong Bay

    Family adventure to Vietnam

    Vietnam

    • Enjoy a fishing trip in Hoi An, before a barbecue lunch on board the boat.

    • Scramble through the fascinating Cu Chi Tunnels near Ho Chi Minh City.

    • Embark on a family kayak adventure among the limestone karst scenery of Lan Ha Bay.

    • Relax, shop and explore as a family in the charming ancient port of Hoi An.

    • Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon making and flying kites in Hue.

    • Learn about traditional family life in Ky Son, a quiet corner of Vietnam.

    15 days from $5,770pp

  • Alleppey Backwaters, Kerala

    Kerala & the Maldives

    India and Maldives

    • Fort Cochin's colonial atmosphere and architecture.

    • Tea tasting in the high hills of Munnar.

    • Stay overnight on a traditional rice barge.

    • Snorkel, scuba and swim in the Maldives.

    • Stay at a family run hotel in the beautiful countryside with several onsite activities to explore the surroundings.

    12 days from $5,850pp

  • 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 $7,400pp

  • 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 $7,550pp

  • 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 $7,950pp

  • Hong Kong

    Highlights of Southeast Asia by land & sea

    Cambodia, Vietnam, China and Thailand

    • Explore the vine-tangled temples of Angkor.

    • Cruise the limestone karsts of Halong Bay.

    • Soak up the atmosphere of Ho Chi Minh City.

    • Experience the rich cultural heritage of Bangkok.

    • Relax on the jungle-fringed beaches of Koh Samui.

    18 days from $8,200pp

  • Komodo National Park

    Highlights of Indonesia

    Indonesia

    • Visit the spectacular Borobudur temple.

    • Spend two nights cruising through Tanjung Puting National Park.

    • Enjoy a few days exploring the hills of Ubud.

    • Embark on an unforgettable sailing adventure around Komodo National Park.

    16 days from $8,210pp

  • 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 $8,360pp

  • Kaikoura, New Zealand

    New Zealand's South Island self-drive tour

    New Zealand

    • Experience the golden sands and turquoise waters of the Abel Tasman National Park.

    • Stroll along surf beaches around Christchurch — New Brighton and Sumner — then enjoy the view from a nearby coffee shop.

    • Enjoy the scenic drive all the way down the west coast — from Westport to Haast, where the forest meets the ocean — this rugged coastline is atmospheric and beautiful.

    • Take an overnight cruise on the spectacular Milford Sound.

    18 days from $8,800pp

  • 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 $9,710pp

  • Frigatebird, Galapagos Islands

    Wildlife of Ecuador: Amazon & Galapagos

    Ecuador, Galapagos Islands

    • Galapagos Islands — "Darwin's laboratory" and a truly unique location with incredibly fearless wildlife.

    • Ecuadorian Amazon — home to some of the Amazon's most recognized ecolodges with excellent set up, guides and wildlife spotting opportunities.

    • Quito — a UNESCO World Heritage Site with fine colonial architecture.

    11 days from $9,850pp

  • 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 $9,855pp

  • Seabourn Odyssey at Yakutat Bay, Alaska

    Fjords of Alaska: Luxury Inside Passage cruise

    Canada and Alaska

    • Taste the local flavors of Vancouver on a private guided tour of the Gastown district.

    • Enjoy a more intimate experience on an all-inclusive luxury Silversea cruise.

    • Spot whales and bears from included guided excursions in Ketchikan.

    • Take a journey into the mountains on the White Pass scenic railway from Skagway.

    • Enjoy a scenic flight over the towering Mount Denali, the highest mountain peak in North America.

    12 days from $10,280pp

  • Sydney Harbour

    Singapore to Australia luxury cruise & Queensland adventure

    Australia

    • Visit Singapore’s Gardens by the Bay, one of the world’s horticultural showpieces.

    • Relax on board a two-week luxury cruise from Singapore to Australia.

    • Snorkel on the Great Barrier Reef or go hiking in the Daintree Rainforest.

    • Sip champagne and dine on fresh seafood as you sail around Sydney Harbour.

    • Go fishing and canoeing amid the mangroves of the Noosa Everglades.

    24 days from $10,470pp

  • Mekong River near Luang Prabang

    Following the Mekong: Laos, Cambodia & Vietnam

    Laos, Cambodia, Vietnam and Thailand

    • Visit the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Luang Prabang, Vat Phou and Angkor Wat.

    • Enjoy river cruising in Laos and Vietnam.

    • Explore the vibrant cities of Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City.

    • Experience the full flavor of life surrounding the Mekong in Indochina.

    20 days from $10,615pp

  • SS Legacy, Uncruise - Alaska Fjords & Glaciers

    Small ship Alaska cruise with Seattle

    Alaska, US

    • Embark on a seven-night small ship cruise to discover coastal Alaska's spectacular scenery and wildlife.

    • Take in the highlights of cosmopolitan Seattle — the Space Needle, Pike Place Market and so much more.

    • Enjoy a thrilling helicopter trip to the Mendenhall Glacier, then go dog-sledding on a glacier.

    • Kayak in Glacier Bay and walk in the Tongass National Forest as part of your small-ship cruise experience.

    13 days from $10,835pp

  • Temple of Philae, Egypt

    Jordan & a romantic Egyptian Nile cruise

    Jordan and Egypt

    • Join your private, expert guide and marvel at the Nabatean Petra, one of the seven wonders of the modern world.

    • Take a 4x4 tour with a local Bedouin guide across the vast, rocky, awesome landscapes of Wadi Rum.

    • Explore the pyramid complexes at Giza, Saqqara and Dahshur with your private guide.

    • Cruise down the Nile and combine relaxation and culture whilst visiting awe-inspiring, ancient temples dedicated to Ancient Egyptian gods.

    • Dive or snorkel among the first class, pristine reefs and tropical fish of the Red Sea.

    16 days from $10,995pp

  • 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 $11,295pp

  • Parc Güell, Barcelona

    Madrid & Barcelona with cruise to France and Italy

    Italy, Spain and France

    • Visit Gaudí’s most renowned works in Barcelona, including Park Güell.

    • Relax onboard your ship, enjoying views from the Rooftop Garden and the hot tubs in the solarium.

    • Take a privately chauffeured tour through the glamorous city of Cannes.

    • Hunt for truffles in the Tuscan countryside outside Florence.

    • Take a walking tour through Rome’s best-known food market.

    14 days from $11,430pp

  • 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 $11,655pp

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