Smithsonian cruises aboard Distinctive Small Ships

Go for luxury and maritime history as you cruise through the Caribbean on the legendary tall ship, Sea Cloud II

From elegant and private yachts and luxury ships to charming riverboats and state-of-the-art expedition vessels, Smithsonian cruising is the ultimate way to explore the world!

For specific ship information and photos, please review the ship page for each cruise listed below.

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Antarctica
Jan 31 - Feb 13, 2014
14 days
Trace the sea lanes traveled by explorers to the White Continent aboard the 240-guest M.S. L'Austral
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Australia
Jan 18 - Feb 1, 2014
15 days
Discover New Zealand and Australia on a 15-day tour with an exclusive four-night Great Barrier Reef cruise aboard Coral Princess II
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Africa
Oct 16 - 27, 2013
Nov 13 - 24, 2013
Oct 22 - Nov 2, 2014
12 days
Discover ancient and contemporary Egypt on this unique small-group tour including a Nile cruise
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Oceania
Jan 19 - Feb 2, 2014
15 days
Set sail for 14 days aboard the Crystal Symphony—ports of call include: Bora Bora, Rarotonga, Nuku’alofa, Lautoka and Auckland.
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Jan 7 - 20, 2014
14 days
Set sail for 13 days aboard the Six-Star Crystal Symphony featuring Easter Island and Tahiti
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Europe
Jun 13 - 24, 2013
Jun 21 - Jul 2, 2013
12 days
Explore the history of the Baltic countries during a cruise aboard the deluxe M.S. Le Boréal
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Jul 15 - 29, 2013
15 days
Explore historic sites along the shores of the Black Sea on our value cruise aboard the Aegean Odyssey
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Multiple Departures, 2013 & 2014
15 days
Explore Turkey's landmark classical sites and enjoy a four-day cruise aboard a traditional Turkish gulet
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Sep 9 - 22, 2013
14 days
Enjoy a value cruise of the Mediterranean aboard Aegean Odyssey
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Apr 27 - May 5, 2014
9 days
Explore the history, arts, and cuisine from Lisbon to Honfleur aboard the deluxe L'Austral
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Sep 18 - 30, 2013
13 days
Enjoy stays in Prague and Krakow and a 5-night cruise of the legendary Danube aboard the Amadeus Elegant
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Oct 2 - 11, 2013
10 days
Cruise the waterways from Burgundy to Provence aboard the 140-guest AmaDagio and discover masterpieces of art and charming villages
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Aug 12 - 24, 2013
13 days
Discover the dramatic natural world of Iceland and Greenland during a cruise aboard aboard the deluxe M.S. Le Boréal
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Multiple Departures, 2013
9 days
Explore Scotland's treasures aboard the 48-guest luxury yacht Lord of the Glens
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Jun 13 - 22, 2013
10 days
Sail aboard Sea Cloud II and explore charming villages, majestic manor houses, and spectacular gardens
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Oct 3 - 18, 2013
16 days
Experience historic and cultural highlights on this value cruise aboard Aegean Odyssey from Venice to Rome
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Oct 2 - 10, 2013
9 days
Enjoy the serenity of undiscovered and popular islands of the Aegean aboard the all-suite, 100-guest Corinthian
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Jun 1 - 11, 2013
11 days
Explore the arts and culture of the western Mediterranean aboard the small ship Corinthian and enjoy exclusive concerts
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Sep 12 - Oct 3, 2013
22 days
Explore the best historical and cultural treasures of the Mediterranean on a 20-night voyage into the heart of Western civilization
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Oct 2 - 17, 2013
16 days
Enjoy the ultimate cruise of the Greek Islands and coastal areas aboard the small-ship Corinthian
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Apr 11 - 19, 2014
9 days
Travel from Lisbon to Barcelona along the lesser-traveled ports and trade routes of the Iberian Peninsula aboard the Tere Moana.
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Apr 27 - May 5, 2014
9 days
Join us for a nine-day travel program, cruising for seven nights along the waterways of Holland and Belgium aboard the AmaDolce.
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Multiple Departures, 2014
9 days
Sail from Venice to Dubrovnik with stops in Split, Hvar and Kotor all aboard the all-suite, 100-guest Corinthian.
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Multiple Departures, 2013
10 days
Sail among the Greek Isles and along the famed Turkish coast aboard the historic tall ship, Sea Cloud
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Jun 20 - 28, 2013
9 days
Explore the treasures of Croatia, Montenegro, and Venice during a cruise aboard the deluxe M.S. L'Austral
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Jun 10 - 20, 2013
11 days
Explore well-known sites and seldom-visited islands cruising aboard the small ship Corinthian
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Aug 27 - Sep 6, 2013
Sep 4 - 16, 2013
11 days
Cruise the Rhine River and enjoy historic train rides through the Swiss Alps
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Jun 13 - 23, 2013
11 days
Explore the treasures of Moscow and the landscapes of the Golden Ring aboard Volga Dream
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South and Central America
Dec 14 - 21, 2013
8 days
An exploration by sea aboard the National Geographic Sea Lion
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Multiple Departures, 2013 & 2014
15 days
Discover Peru's enigmatic Machu Picchu and Darwin’s “living laboratory” of the Galápagos
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Jan 12 - 19, 2014
8 days
Discover the gardens and history of the Caribbean aboard the luxury yacht Sea Cloud
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Feb 8 - 17, 2014
10 days
Explore the remarkable Galápagos Islands aboard the National Geographic Islander
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Jan 17 - 26, 2014
Feb 7 - 16, 2014
Mar 14 - 23, 2014
10 days
Experience the greatest voyage in natural history aboard a spacious and comfortable riverboat
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Jan 3 - 10, 2014
8 days
Explore the British Virgin Islands from the comfort of the American-flagged Yorktown
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Asia
May 7 - 20, 2014
14 days
Experience dramatic coastlines and sacred temples as you sail from Kyoto through the Inland Sea and the Sea of Japan.
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U.S. - River and Ocean Cruising and the Great Lakes
Aug 8 - 18, 2013
11 days
Cruise all five enchanting Great Lakes aboard the small ship Yorktown
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Aug 11 - 18, 2013
8 days
Cruise Southeast Alaska's majestic Inside Passage and enjoy spectacular natural beauty and wildlife
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Aug 2 - 10, 2013
9 days
Explore historic landmarks and art museums on this unique art cruise aboard the new Independence
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Sep 20 - 26, 2013
7 days
Trace the route of Lewis and Clark and discover the Pacific Northwest’s landscapes and culinary delights aboard National Geographic Sea BirdTour details
Oct 11 - 19, 2013
9 days
Cruise aboard the American Glory and discover the historic and cultural treasures of the picturesque Hudson Valley
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Oct 21 - 28, 2013
8 days
Explore America's history during a cruise of the Delaware, James & Potomac rivers aboard the Yorktown
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Nov 14 - 21, 2013
8 days
Experience the natural beauty and historic sites from Jacksonville to Charleston aboard the Yorktown
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Aug 18 - 25, 2013
8 days
Discover a world-class destination right in your own backyard aboard the 130-guest Yorktown
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Jul 8 - 15, 2013
8 days
Bring along your young explorers (ages 7-16) for a fun and educational summer voyage designed just for them aboard the 130-guest Yorktown!
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Jun 10 - 22, 2013
Sep 6 - 18, 2013
Sep 30 - Oct 12, 2013
13 days
Cruise Canada's scenic waterways and marvel at New England’s rugged and picturesque coast aboard the Yorktown
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Jun 22 - Jul 3, 2013
12 days
Cruise from Montreal to Chicago aboard the small ship Yorktown
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International River Cruises
Aug 2 - 12, 2013
11 days
Experience Russia's heartland and major cities while cruising aboard the deluxe M.S. Volga Dream
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Sep 18 - 30, 2013
13 days
Enjoy stays in Prague and Krakow and a 5-night cruise of the legendary Danube aboard the Amadeus Elegant
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Jan 17 - 26, 2014
Feb 7 - 16, 2014
Mar 14 - 23, 2014
10 days
Experience the greatest voyage in natural history aboard a spacious and comfortable riverboat
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Jun 13 - 23, 2013
11 days
Explore the treasures of Moscow and the landscapes of the Golden Ring aboard Volga Dream
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Aug 27 - Sep 6, 2013
Sep 4 - 16, 2013
11 days
Cruise the Rhine River and enjoy historic train rides through the Swiss Alps
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Multiple Departures, 2013 & 2014
19 days
Witness ancient traditions and modern life in China and Tibet on this popular journey
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Oct 16 - 27, 2013
Nov 13 - 24, 2013
Oct 22 - Nov 2, 2014
12 days
Discover ancient and contemporary Egypt on this unique small-group tour including a Nile cruise
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Multiple Departures, 2013 & 2014
14 days
Discover China's treasures, both ancient and modern, on a classic journey through China's Middle Kingdom including a Yangtze cruise
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Oct 2 - 11, 2013
10 days
Cruise the waterways from Burgundy to Provence aboard the 140-guest AmaDagio and discover masterpieces of art and charming villages
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Trans-Ocean Voyages
Jan 7 - 20, 2014
14 days
Set sail for 13 days aboard the Six-Star Crystal Symphony featuring Easter Island and Tahiti
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