Ocean cruises

Dive deep into the region's culture, natural wonders, traditions, and historical significance in a one-of-a-kind experience along the Rhine. Delve into the region's world-renowned museums. Along the way, indulge in Central Europe's delicious cuisine.

Oh, and did we mention the scenery? Standing on the top deck of your ship, watching the ever-changing landscape turn increasingly dramatic, you'll understand why people have been raving about the Rhine River Valley for centuries—and there's definitely no cause to stop.

Jewish Heritage Program (select sailings): Our Jewish Heritage Program is the only one of its kind on the rivers and allows you to dive into Central Europe's enduring Jewish legacy with visits to museums, memorials, synagogues, and more. Please note: due to site closures during the High Holidays, the Jewish Heritage program will not operate on the following departures: Amsterdam to Basel: September 18; Basel to Amsterdam: September 28. Tours that fall on Saturdays will not operate due to Shabbat, and some sites may be closed during other significant events, such as Passover.

Step onto a film set on this voyage as you revisit scenes from The Godfather in Sicily and settings for Game of Thrones in Dubrovnik. Sites of actual history are just as fascinating, from the remarkably preserved ruins of 1st-century Pompeii near Sorrento to the Hellenistic and Venetian architecture of the UNESCO-protected city of Trogir.

Join us on this exceptional voyage from Lisbon to Southampton. Start with a full relaxing day at sea then discover La Coruña’s sweeping coastal views. Enjoy sightseeing in Gijon, then a trip to the Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao. Three days in Bordeaux gives you the chance to sample world-famous local wines, then more R&R onboard takes you to Saint-Malo, an overnight in Rouen, and pretty Honfleur. Try a cream tea in Guernsey before arrival.

Set sail on an unforgettable 8-day cruise aboard Le Boréal. Historical discoveries and stunning scenery will punctuate this trip taking you from Scotland to Norway.

Departing from Glasgow, Scotland's warm cultural capital with a rich artistic and architectural heritage, you will first sail towards Fort William. This harbour town on the shores of Loch Linnhe is steeped in Scottish history and tradition, close to the beautiful and spectacular scenery of Glencoe.

Le Boréal sails all the way to Loch Ewe, in the north-western Highlands: an inlet with a remarkable botanical Eden full of red deer, red squirrels, otters, seals and golden eagles.

Then you will head for the Orkney archipelago and its windswept moorland landscape. Stromness, a small fishing port with stone houses, reveals a rich history of Vikings, merchants and sailors. 

In the middle of the North Sea, the Scottish archipelago of the Shetlands is rich in unsuspected treasures on its raw territories with jagged coastlines. On Foula, one of the most remote islands, man has learned to live with the elements. The island of Mousa is home to Scotland’s best-preserved Broch. Constructed in around 100BC, this tower-shaped fortification served to defend against invaders. Meanwhile, Noss Island is home to numerous colonies of birds, including gannets, puffins, arctic fulmars and many others.

Le Boréal then heads for Norway, stopping off at Bekkjarvik, a village typical of the region.Your cruise will end in Bergen, famous for its Hanseatic wharf that still carries a few traces of the rich historic past of the city founded by the Vikings.

If you have ever wanted to see a glacier up close, watch whales and explore miles of unspoiled icy wilderness, this beautiful voyage is for you. Embark from Vancouver and enjoy a wild and thrilling introduction to Alaska in Ketchikan. Nature’s wildest staging awaits at Juneau then see Skagway, a Gold Rush era town. Sitka offers a chance to watch whales, sea lions and eagles. A cruise around the Hubbard Glacier completes your trip before arrival in Seward.

You’ll immerse yourself in all that makes Alaska exceptional on this beautiful voyage. Embark from Seward’s whales and sail to admire the Cruise Hubbard Glacier. Next is the majestic Mendenhall Glacier of Juneau then it’s on to wild, raw and unrestrained Haines. Sitka’s bears and icy adventures await before a trip to enjoy the natural spectacle of Wrangell. Arrival is in Vancouver where majestic mountains make a fitting end to this glorious journey.