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Expedition Cruising & Small Ship Cruising

Journey to the ends of the Earth.
The most remote places are only accessible by ship.

  Luxury Expedition Cruise Lines – Key Differentiators      Most Luxurious & Private    Silversea Expeditions  – Expedition meets indulgence. With butlers in every suite and Michelin-level cuisine aboard ice-class ships, Silversea sets the bar fo

Luxury Expedition Cruise Lines – Key Differentiators

Most Luxurious & Private

Silversea Expeditions – Expedition meets indulgence. With butlers in every suite and Michelin-level cuisine aboard ice-class ships, Silversea sets the bar for travelers seeking deep polar access wrapped in refined luxury. Itineraries include Galápagos, Antarctica, Arctic, and Amazon with all-suite accommodations and full expedition staff.

Most Feature-Rich Vessels

Scenic Eclipse I & II – Modern marvels of discovery. These ultra-luxury yachts feature onboard helicopters, submarines, and all-balcony suites, delivering bold, tech-forward exploration. Think Antarctica, Australia’s Kimberley, and Polynesia—with next-gen wellness centers and a cellar to match.

Deepest Scientific & Educational Focus

HX (Hurtigruten Expeditions) – Where science sails. HX combines serious polar pedigree with onboard science centers, Citizen Science labs, and lectures by Arctic researchers. A pioneer in sustainability and climate-forward design, HX offers exceptional value in Svalbard, Greenland, and Antarctica.

Wildlife-Driven & Intellectually Rich

Lindblad Expeditions + National Geographic – For the naturally curious. Purpose-built for remote ecosystems and supported by Nat Geo experts, Lindblad offers transformative travel in places like the Galápagos, Alaska, and the Amazon. Photographers, naturalists, and biologists lead every journey.

Stylish & French-Forward

Ponant – Chic exploration at sea. French captains, eco-conscious hybrid ships, and designer interiors elevate Ponant to cult-favorite status among style-minded travelers. From the fjords to the Seychelles to Antarctica, Ponant delivers cultural elegance with zodiac landings.

Hybrid Adventure-Luxury with Global Range

Atlas Ocean Voyages – Boutique adventure for a new generation. Atlas delivers compact ships, polar readiness, and immersive land excursions in South America, West Africa, and Antarctica. A sweet spot for younger travelers seeking yacht-style polish with expedition grit.

Ultra-Premium Comfort with Classic Charm

Seabourn Expeditions – Oceanfront opulence reimagined. Purpose-built PC6 ships offer onboard submarines, elevated dining by Thomas Keller, and refined accommodations. Antarctica, the Northwest Passage, and West Africa await in absolute comfort.

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PONANT - #1 in Luxury Expeditions

PONANT - #1 in Luxury Expeditions

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The Future of Expedition Cruising

The Future of Expedition Cruising

NEW Luxury Expedition Cruise Ships
Expedition cruising is entering a new era of Luxury. See all the new ships coming out and learn where they will be sailing.

Virgin Voyages

Virgin Voyages

We have 60 sailings with Virgin Voyages, the hottest new cruise line in the world! Choose from 2-15 night sailings and fall in love with their exclusively adult way to explore the seven seas — from menus by Michelin-starred chefs to jaw-dropping entertainment.

Cruising for Life

Cruising for Life

Expedition Cruises

Expedition Cruises

Select Polar and Expedition Cruises.
From Pole to Pole and all points in between.

Featured Partner

Featured Partner

Aqua Expeditions
Amazon, Mekong and Indonesian Expedition Cruises

Galapagos on the Celebrity Flora

Galapagos on the Celebrity Flora

Exclusively Galapagos
8 - 21 day sailings in the Galapagos for just 100 passengers

Featured Expedition

Featured Expedition

Sailing Antarctica: The Ultimate Polar Nature Expedition

Sailing Antarctica: The Ultimate Polar Nature Expedition

Intrepid explorers passionate about adventure won’t find a more exhilarating way to experience Antarctica than on this one-of-a-kind polar expedition. With just seven travelers on a handful of departures each season, this is the most exclusive of opportunities! Explore the Antarctic Peninsula aboard an ice-strengthened motorsailer, surrounded by seals, whales, penguins and icebergs. Ply channels that larger ships can't reach, and relish profound quiet, enveloped by ice and sky. In a world where “adventure travel” has become a relative term, we’ve reclaimed it with this total immersion in the planet’s last, most pristine wilderness. Our expedition yacht voyage—with a world-class skipper and seasoned polar crew—rewards serious adventurers with a rare experience of one of the most remote and magnificent places on Earth.

17 Days, Limited to 7 travelers. From $27995 (+internal air)

Featured Expedition

Featured Expedition

North Pole - 14 Days

Featured Expedition

Featured Expedition

Alaska by SMALL ship - 12 guests, 7 day voyage

Featured Expedition

Featured Expedition

Wild Alaska
Photograph a variety of wildlife including several species of whale, northern fur seals, otters, Arctic foxes, and brown bears digging for clams in Geographic Harbor.

Featured Expedition

Featured Expedition

Antarctic Expeditions

Antarctic Expeditions

Hand selected Antarctic Expeditions
5 ways to visit the 7th continent.