tauck tours cruises

Emergency Banner Component

Treasures of the Aegean

Select Year

Select the year you would like to travel.

• 2024 Classic
• 2025 Classic
• Accommodations
• Pricing & Availability
• Important Info

Uniquely Tauck

EXPERIENCE WITH TAUCK

Special Tauck Experience: a special dinner in Ancient Ephesus with musical entertainment

TAUCK VALUE INCLUDES

All gratuities to Tauck Director, ship staff, local guides and drivers

Traveling with Tauck's private group and the same Tauck Director on land and at sea aboard the ship

Tauck's private shore excursions and distinctive inclusions valued at £3,176

2 nights at the Hotel Grande Bretagne in the heart of Athens

7-night cruise aboard the yacht Wind Star to Mykonos, Delos, Santorini, Patmos, Monemvasia & Ephesus

SEE WHAT YOUR JOURNEY INCLUDES

Active components such as hiking, bicycling and walking longer distances may be included, and hills and/or uneven terrain may be encountered on several days. Guests should be able to walk two to three miles and stand for long periods of time with no difficulty.

Moderately paced, and may include some early morning hotel departures, one or two on-tour flights, and extended motor coach travel.

Cultural journeys and expeditions

Step back in time to ancient Greece and sail to fabulous destinations steeped in legend, lore and sunshine and enjoy lovely sunsets over the Aegean Sea as our cruise blends ancient with modern in a kaleidoscope of discoveries both mythic and epic...

See for yourself what small ship cruising is all about, ephesus' library of celsus.

Although the ancient city of Ephesus, in what is now Turkey, was originally built by the Greeks in the 10th century AD, much of the ruins you'll see at the site today date to the city's Roman period – like the famed Library of Celsus, constructed in the 2nd century AD to memorialize a Roman governor of Asia. Only the facade of this remarkable building has survived, but restored and re-erected, it is a stunning example of Roman urban architecture.

Hotel Grande Bretagne

Eternal elegance in athens' ancient heart.

Situated right in the heart of Athens since 1874, the five-star, landmark Hotel Grande Bretagne offers an unrivalled perspective of the Greek capital's mythical history, with breathtaking views of the fabled Acropolis, regal Syntagma Square and the Parliament, lush Lycabettus Hill or the original Olympic Stadium. A favorite of celebrities and dignitaries for more than 140 years, this historic hotel is also within walking distance of exclusive shopping areas, museums and the business district.

From beginning to end, a fabulous vacation and a wonderful experience. The organization, itinerary and ship was superb.

Paul and Susan Spiess, NH

Download, Print Or Share

Take The Details With You

Download day-by-day details.

All the information you need to begin your travel plans is right at your fingertips – day-by-day details, map, hotel descriptions, key highlights, and more; download, print or share and your cruise dreams become reality!

Download, print or share deck plans and additional information for your vessel, such as specifications and cabin descriptions. 

Tour Planner

Download the details to make planning your trip easier - including an itinerary overview, pricing based on your selected departure date and accommodations, plus protection plan costs.

Request A Tour Planner

Welcome Aboard

Ship Specifications

Flying Bridge

View Cabin Categories

Category AX Deluxe

Category BX Deluxe

Overnight Accommodations

Extend your stay

Arrive Early

Athens, Greece

Nights 3-9 On Board

Tauck Small Ship

Your journey

Pricing & Availability

Pricing & Dates are not available yet. Please check back soon.

No departures found.

Try using less filters or select a different year.

Want More Detailed Information?

Request a Tour Planner

Call 0800-810-8020

About Booking This Tour

Deposit & Booking Information

Deposit Information:

The deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking. Your deposit is £750 .

Terms and Conditions:

For additional information pertaining to our Tauck Journeys, including Cancellation Information and Booking Conditions,  click here to learn more.

At the time of booking, please have the following information ready:

• Tour Name and Departure Date Desired
• Traveler Name(s):  Please have first and last names as they appear on the passport or driver's license.
• Traveler's Address(es)
• Traveler's Phone Number(s)
• Emergency Contact Information: This would be a relative or friend whom we could contact during the tour in the event of an emergency. Please provide their name and phone number(s).
• Interest in purchasing a travel protection product (US and Canada)
• Interest in extending your trip by staying in a Tauck recommended hotel before your trip begins or after it ends
• Interest in our specially negotiated airfares.

Regarding your final payment:

Final Payment is due as specified on the invoice. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. 

Protect Your Travel Investment

Customer Protection:  Our UK-based agents comply with the bonding requirements of the Civil Aviation Authority and provide full financial protection for the package holidays that we sell in the UK. For flight-based holidays, this is through the Air Travel Organiser's Licence (details of which are available from the UK-based agent with whom you book). When you buy a package holiday that doesn't include a flight, protection of your monies paid to our UK-based agent will be provided by way of a bond.

Travel Requirements For This Tour

The Tauck Experience

Uncommon Access

Travel in good company, sophisticated, intimate ambiance onboard ship, all inclusive.

• {{ forumDate }} {{ forumTopic }} ({{ totalForumComments }})

From the Forum

Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.

Related Journeys

Other Journeys You May Enjoy

Treasures of the mediterranean isles.

From £8,790

Small Ship Cruising

Venice & the Dalmatian Coast

From £8,470

Adriatic Treasures: Croatia to Venice

From £7,190

Land Journey

• Destinations
• Antarctica & the Arctic
• Australia & New Zealand
• Israel & Jordan
• Latin America
• United States
• Tours & Cruises
• Exclusive Partnership
• Family Journeys
• Guest Favorites
• River Cruises
• Small Groups
• Small Ship Cruises
• Awards and Accolades
• Our History
• Tauck Impact
• The Tauck Difference
• The Taucker Blog
• About Tauck
• Media Center
• Tutorial Video
• Agent Connect
• Register Your Agency
• General Information
• Group Bookings
• Newsletter Sign Up
• Order an eGift Card
• Request a Brochure
• Travel and Health
• Travel Updates

Sign Up to Subscribe to Our Emails

Effective July 1st. Due to new regulations, prices now include all taxes and fees. Learn more

Tauck River Cruises: Is Tauck the Best River Cruise Line For You?

Tauck is located at the upper end of the river cruise spectrum, providing cruisers with an all-inclusive luxury experience on Europe's waterways. Tauck river cruises were born out of Tauck Travel, which also provides land tours around the world.

Tauck's approach to river cruising is similarly comprehensive to its land trips. There's a cruise director and three Tauck guides, special events held onshore in the evening and "lagniappe" (i.e. surprise) moments throughout the tours.

Tauck River Cruises: A Unique Nine-Ship Fleet

Tauck has nine riverboats, owned and operated by Scylla, a Swiss-owned company; while the only Tauck employees are the cruise director and guides, Tauck dictates the experience.

Most new river cruise ships in Europe are a standard 443 feet, and carry closer to 190 passengers. However, Tauck's four newer Inspiration-class vessels carry 130 passengers -- the lowest number of passengers for a ship of its size.

Starting in 2017, the line has been revamping its five older Jewel-class ships, which are smaller than the Inspiration vessels, reducing the capacity from 118 to 98. Once complete, Tauck will no longer distinguish ships by "class."

Tauck river cruises sail on the major European rivers: Rhine , Main , Danube , Rhone , Seine and Moselle .

Tauck River Cruises: Why You'll Love Being Aboard Tauck Cruises

All-inclusive pricing onboard.

Unless you buy something in the shop or get a (reasonably priced, by spa standards) salon treatment or massage, your balance will be zero. Tauck's fares cover all beverages, including wine, beer and spirits, all day long and at meals; at least one shore excursion per day; alternative dining options; bikes to use in port; free Wi-Fi; airport transfers and gratuities.

Choice in Dining-- and Free Lunches During Long Port Excursions

Tauck offers diners an open seating in the main dining room and an excellent alternative restaurant called Arthur's where you can get a wide variety of made-to-order items. With such options, Tauck makes it really easy to eat what you want, when you want.

In addition, the line gives you money to buy lunch at a local cafe during long port excursions, which no one else in the river cruise industry does.

Sophisticated and Pleasant Decor

Some cruise lines interpret luxury as over-the-top materials that conjure images of an English country house, while others confuse it with formality. At Tauck, the vibe is neither of the two.

Instead, the ships are quietly upscale and elegant, with tasteful chandeliers and ironwork in the lobby, neutral colors in the cabins and ceiling molding in the lounge (along with the best bar napkins we've ever seen at sea).

Tauck river cruises keep the decor tasteful and classy for all cruisers' enjoyment.

A More Intimate Atmosphere than Other Cruise Lines

Tauck's ships are the same size as those run by other cruise lines. In Europe, the length of vessels is mostly dictated by the lock system. Yet Tauck carries far fewer passengers than its competitors, with 130 compared to 150 or 190.

The lower numbers make a noticeable difference. Lounges and restaurants feel less crowded, the cruise director is more available and shore excursions have smaller groups. A Tauck tour is a comprehensive package that allows travelers to experience new places.

Assistance When Needed

On Tauck shore excursions, the tour directors are right there with you: changing batteries for QuietVoxes (a personal hearing device that makes listening to the tour guide much easier), making lunch or dinner recommendations in town or pointing out the best shops.

If you're the type of person who worries a bit about travel yet still wants some independence, Tauck offers the ideal mix. Tauck river cruises provide assistance while still allowing cruisers some independence during their travels.

Each Tauck river cruise gives travelers unique experiences with their Tauck tour package. Excursions are included in the package for each cruiser's enjoyment.

Tauck River Cruises: Why Tauck Cruises May Not Be the Best For You

High-End Pricing

There's a price for all those inclusions -- and Tauck's cost is definitely at the high end of river cruising.

Teetotaling

All alcoholic drinks are available all the time on Tauck, plus the line often has wine tastings and excursions that focus on local beer and spirits. You might resent paying for other people's bar bills if you don't drink.

Tauck Dress Code

Tauck is less dressy than ocean cruises , but there are a handful of events, such as the Welcome Dinner, a Gala Dinner and special events offshore, where a jacket for men and a nice dress for women is appropriate.

If the idea of making an effort to dress doesn't appeal to you on such a port-intensive vacation, consider looking at a line that doesn't have these types of events.

© 1995— 2024 , The Independent Traveler, Inc.

The Scoop: What to Know About Tauck Tours

Here's how to decide if tauck is the right fit for you..

The Scoop: What to Know About Trafalgar Tours

For almost 100 years,  Tauck  has been helping travelers see the world. The family-owned and -operated luxury tour company has enjoyed plenty of word-of-mouth recommendations from past guests (and needed to do minimal advertising as a result), and many tour participants become repeat clients who often self-identify as “Tauckies”.

TOP TOURS: 14 Best Companies for Guided Tours

A frequent travel industry  award winner , Tauck offers travelers exclusive and behind-the-scenes, authentic experiences in the places it visits.

TourScoop Takeaways: Tauck

• Continents covered: 7
• Tour size range: Typical land tours have about 40 guests. River cruises range from 84 to 130 passengers. The company is working to increase its small-group offerings and will offer about 75 small-group land journeys around the world in the coming years, with most of those departures averaging 24 travelers, and many of Tauck’s African safaris featuring as few as 18 guests.
• Tour types: Land tours, safaris, small-group tours, European river cruises, small-ship cruises, and family travel tours

Credibility Check

Tauck is a member of the  United States Tour Operators Association  and the  European Tourism Association . The company has racked up numerous awards and accolades over the years, including appearances on  Travel + Leisure ’s World’s Best Awards in each of the last 26 years and recognition as “Best Tour Operator” in  Travel Weekly ’s annual Readers’ Choice Awards 25 times (in multiple categories) since 2003. More than half of its clients are returning Tauck travelers each year.

Tour Destinations 

Tauck tours travel to more than 100 destinations in more than 70 countries on all seven continents. New tours include  six new river cruises  in Europe,  a safari in Namibia , an exploration of  Tuscany, Cinque Terre and the Portofino Coast , and two journeys in North America—one in the  American West  and one in  the Canadian Rockies —that each include a two-day rail journey.

Tauck offers  land tours ,  safaris ,  small-group tours ,  European river cruises , and  small ship cruises . Its  Tauck Bridges  collection of family travel tours and cruises has been around for 25 years.

MULTI-GEN ADVENTURES: 10 Best Travel Companies for Family Tours

When browsing tours on Tauck’s website, travelers can filter options by departure date, tour type, and destination. Tour descriptions include detailed itineraries, information about accommodations, reviews from past travelers, and information on what to pack and mobility requirements for the tour.

Tour Guides

Tour guides—referred to as Tauck Directors by the company—average 10 years of service. The company offers a generous compensation package that helps it attract top-tier candidates who remain loyal to the company and develop a high level of destination expertise over their tenures. Guides come from 41 countries, collectively speak a total of 52 languages, and have diverse backgrounds and past work experience (including a former priest, former college professors, and classical musicians).

Inclusions/Extras

Tauck tours include almost everything but airfare. Tauck land journeys include all gratuities (except Tauck Director gratuities), all taxes and fees, all sightseeing and entertainment, most meals, and airport transfers. In some stops, a lunch or dinner may not be included to allow guests to explore the destination at their own pace.

Tauck European river cruises and small-ship ocean cruises include all shore excursions, all gratuities, all taxes and fees, all onboard beverages (adult and otherwise, in most cases), most meals, all sightseeing and entertainment, and airport transfers. Many cruises also include either a pre-cruise or post-cruise hotel stay (or both) accompanied by Tauck-guided sightseeing guides.

CIAO ITALIA: 10 Exceptional Italy Tours

Typical Travelers

Many of the company’s travelers tend to be in their 50s and older. Family groups on Tauck Bridges trips tend to fall into one of three categories: conventional family groups (parents traveling with young children), grandparents traveling with grandchildren, or multigenerational groups including grandparents, their adult children, and their grandchildren.

Communication 

Tauck communicates with guests throughout the entire process, from booking to pre- and post-departure. Guests receive their personal travel documents via email 60 days prior to departure for cruises and 30 days prior to departure for land journeys.

COMFORT ALL DAY: How to Choose the Best Shoes for Travel

Documents include information such as necessary pre-trip requirements, packing suggestions, information on local currency and weather, emergency contact information, and a day-by-day itinerary. The company also offers  travel protection plans  for extra peace of mind.

Private Options

Tauck offers  private group departures  with a minimum of 10 guests that work well for family reunions or milestone celebrations.

Sustainability Efforts

Tauck has focused on the cultural preservation side of sustainable travel through efforts like a guest-volunteer program in Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks, and support of nonprofit  Tourism Cares .

As European river cruising has become a larger part of the company’s business, Tauck has worked in partnership with Scylla (which owns and operates Tauck’s fleet of European riverboats) on a number of initiatives, including using cleaner-burning GTL fuel on riverboats when available, and limiting single-use plastics.

Health and Safety Practices

The company’s small-ship ocean cruises have a physician aboard each departure. European river cruises do not, but the boats are never far from shore and local medical facilities.

Tauck stays in constant communication with its on-the-ground partners in the regions where it travels and  monitors  all U.S. government-issued travel advisories and media reports. Its cross-departmental Global Response Team can quickly respond to any situation 24 hours a day.

More from TourScoop:

• Best Tour Companies for Older Travelers
• 10 Essentials for Your Carry-On Bag
• 10 Things to Know Before Your First Group Tour

Our running list of new-for-2025 tours

Solo Travel News: Road Scholar Debuts Exclusive Trips

Outdoor Afro and REI Co-op Team Up on New Trips Celebrating Black Joy

What’s tourscoop.

Tour Scoop’s team of travel experts brings you in-depth tour company overviews, tour itinerary reviews, the latest tour news, and travel tips and advice written just for guided tour travelers like you.

More about us

The scoop: What to know about Insight Vacations

Expect upscale offerings and immersive experiences.

The scoop: What to know about Costsaver

"Unpackaged" tours is the specialty of tour company Costsaver.

The Scoop: What to Know About Backroads

This tour company specializes in biking, walking hiking, and multi-adventure trips.

These new tours are bookable now.

Call us: 1.800.528.9300 Low Price Guarantee

Get Exclusive Deals by Email!

Douro Discovery: A Family River Cruise in Portugal plus Madrid

Tour description:.

Visit an opulent royal palace, cycle through Madrid's historic Casa de Campo, and immerse in art at the Prado. Ride a 4x4 to an archaeological site; breathe romance and heroic legends in Salamanca and Guimaraes; navigate mazes of colorful streets on a bicycle in Porto; kayak on the Douro River; learn the origins of azujelos and  Fado music; wind along scenic bicycle trails in Vinho Verde country; and sail to postcard villages, castles, winetowns, and vineyards in the Douro Valley, a winemaking region unlike any other in the world.  This ten-day tour of Portugal and Spain includes Madrid, Salamanca, Porto, and a riverboat cruise deep into the Douro River Valley for an authentic taste of life in a seldom-visited region steeped in a wine-making culture thousands of years old. Along the way, sightseeing choices offer an array of excursions and possibilities. Begin in Madrid, where you can get a taste of Spain at an historic food market, take a bicycle tour of the city's largest park, and peruse art masterpieces at the Prado. Explore the medieval university-town of Salamanca, where the gorgeous architecture seems to glow. Board a luxury riverboat and wind along Portugal's Douro River Valley, the world's oldest demarcated wine region, where you'll find miles of mountains and hills carved into vineyard terraces. Explore prehistoric rock-art on a 4x4 safari in Foz Coa. Visit medieval towns, castle ruins, and palaces, and immerse yourself in local history and culture, kayaking on the Douro River, and bicycling through Vinho Verde country. Ride a cable car and a three-wheel taxi on a sightseeing tour of Porto, an enticing labyrinth of winding streets and stairways, baroque churches and palaces, street art, and colorful bohemian enclaves, and cycle from the waterfront Ribeira district, one of the city's oldest, liveliest, and most picturesque neighborhoods.

Dates & Pricing

Request a Quote

Never pay retail for any . For our UNADVERTISED Price, fill out this form for real cash savings.

Destination & Sightseeing

To request Pavlus Travel to remove your personal information, please complete the following form and indicate which services you would like your information removed from. Please see our Privacy Policy for more information.

Submit Request

Request a Galapagos Quote for 11/1/2020 – Galapagos Inner Loop – 7 Nights Roundtrip Baltra | From $8,512

Request a Galapagos Quote for 9/1/2019 – Galapagos Outer Loop – 7 Nights Roundtrip Baltra | From $8,743

Request a Galapagos Quote for 8/11/2019 – Galapagos Inner Loop – 7 Nights Roundtrip Baltra | From $9,380

All fares are in US dollars, per person, based on double occupancy, and reflect promotional savings, are for new bookings only, are subject to availability, and must be booked by September 1, 2019. Promotional savings in categories F-B on the December 21st sailing and categories C-D on the December 27th sailing only. *Included roundtrip airfare from Los Angeles or San Francisco is based on availability in class of service. Offer may be combined with applicable 3rd guest in stateroom offer but may not be combinable with other offers. Port, security, and handling charges of $149 per person are additional. Additional terms and conditions may apply. Call for details. Ship’s registry: Bahamas.

Review Highlights

“ We also went To India last year and SE Asos 2 months ago and loved the hotels, the guides, having everything thought through with no glitches anywhere. ” in 2 reviews

“ Scotland is beautiful, & this is the way to see it. ” in 3 reviews

“ Our guide also let us know what we should try, buy and look for in each region as we entered and recounted stories that kept us amused and entertained. ” in 2 reviews

Location & Hours

Suggest an edit

Wilton, CT 06897

You Might Also Consider

Matrix Limos

Matrix Limos: Premier Limousine Service in New York Luxury Limo Services in New York Airport Limo Service in New York: Your Journey Begins Here Travel with Matrix Limos, where luxury meets punctuality at New York's gateways: JFK… read more

in Buses, Airport Shuttles, Town Car Service

Street Exotics

High-End luxury vehicles available to rent. Make memories on the move with our selection of vehicles, designed to cater to your travel desires and deliver satisfaction. read more

in Car Rental

Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Service

Michelle D. said "Precision has been a great experience!! The driver was so polite and friendly!! The SUV was extremely clean! The driver even offered us water before we started the trip! This has by far been one of the best car services that I've…" read more

in Limos, Town Car Service, Airport Shuttles

About the Business

Nearly 100 distinctive and enriching land tours, ocean cruises, river cruises, Tauck Bridges family adventures, and immersive Culturious trips for "culturally curious" and active travelers. …

Ask the Community

Ask a question

Yelp users haven’t asked any questions yet about Tauck .

Recommended Reviews

• 1 star rating Not good
• 2 star rating Could’ve been better
• 3 star rating OK
• 4 star rating Good
• 5 star rating Great

Select your rating

Overall rating

Wonderful trip. Great leader and fun people in our group. To be able to stay within the national parks is bonus.

We booked a trip in 2019. Then Covid hit. We lost our $1800 deposit. Will not be booking another trip with them ever, but we're still getting catalogs, reminding us of our bad experience.

I have done 5 trips and they all were great. If you want a better than average tour then this is the one to choose.

We just returned from our first Tauck tour to England, Scotland and Wales and cannot say enough about what a terrific trip it was. Tauck is a first-class operation; handles virtually every detail and makes it a fun, enlightening, unforgettable experience. Most of the folks on our tour were big-time Tauck repeat customers and I can see why. I wasn't sure I was cut out for a group tour but now I'm starting to think about which Tauck tour we'll take next.

First time Tuack Tour, Essence of Japan. It will be my last. Spent more than 45k and they handled flight booking. They booked international layover outbound with 40 min window. Not surprisingly my bags, clothes and medicine didn't arrive for 30 hours. They acknowledged their fault in email but Guest Relations tone deaf. They offered small cash refund and future credit on next tour. Won't be a "next tour ". It was once a great brand but they have lost their feel for customer retention. If you use them, book your own travel and save money and aggravation.

We have taken 4 trips with this company in the past 7 years. They have meet or exceeded our expectations on all 4 trips. We have made lasting friends on a couple of these trips. In sharing the travel with then strangers, in multiple instances we have never laughed so hard. Good guides, and well balanced itineraries.

I just spoke with customer service. The most horrible service ever. I have never been on a cruise nor do I have any desire. Yet I continue to receive junk mail on a regular basis. I have called to have my name removed several time and it does not good. Customer Service has no follow through. I would never recommend this company as they are killing our planet by sending junk mail daily. DID YOU KNOW: * 5.6 million tons of catalogs and other direct mail advertisements end up in U.S. landfills annually. * 44 percent of junk mail is thrown away unopened, but only half that much junk mail is recycled. * The average American household receives 848 pieces of junk mail, which equals 1.5 trees every year and more than 100 million trees for all U.S. households combined. That's the equivalent of deforesting all of Rocky Mountain National Park every four months. * Largely due to deforestation, junk mail manufacturing creates as much greenhouse gas emissions annually as 3.7 million cars.

After reading recent reviews, as a virgin cruiser, I would not book this operator if they were the last cruise on earth. Horrific reviews! Save your time reading them all, I already did. You've been warned.

Sad to see a once good tour company stumble and fall into mediocrity. That's Tauck post-Covid. My May 2023 tour of Normandy, Brittany and the Loire Valley was done on the cheap by Tauck, yet cost me thousands of dollars extra as a solo traveler on a special small-group tour. 5-star hotels switched to 3 and 4 (without any compensation or explanation)... many more meals "on your own"... lots of "self-guided" tours of museums and chateaux and castles we knew nothing about... airline quality "rubber chicken" dinners, not in hotel restaurants, but in sad and isolated business convention spaces... poorly-trained newer Tour Directors (like the one on this tour) with limited experience traveling outside her tiny Canadian village or dealing with people from diverse backgrounds. She even confessed that this was a second gig job that took her away from her own business back home! You get what Tauck pays for, but unfortunately, not what YOU pay for. Speaking to a "Guest Relations" agent was comically pointless. She tried to make everything my fault, which I now understand is par for the course with the "new" post-Covid Tauck. Please reconsider spending huge amounts of your hard-earned money on a tour company that has lost its way and no longer delivers.

Tauck is not what it used to be.Luxury river cruise from Lyon to Provence was a disappointment. Try a different luxury cruise line for your river cruises

17 other reviews that are not currently recommended

LetMeHelpYou

Kanchi D. said "Getting OCI renewed may look very easy but the process is too tedious and time consuming. I had to get my son's OCI renewed and was referred to this company. Saurabh Agarwal has been incredible. He just took all my information and I…" read more

in Passport & Visa Services

Juarez Transportation

Aceptando clientes nuevos servicios 7 días la semana read more

in Transportation

People Also Viewed

Arriva Travel

Explorient Travel Services, Inc.

Tauck River Cruising

K D Travel Inc

Cruise And World Travel

Green Light Limousine Service

Coach Tours

Eva’s Best Travel

Best of Wilton

Things to do in Wilton

People found Tauck by searching for…

Banff National Park in Wilton, Connecticut

Madrid Spain Hotels in Wilton, Connecticut

Top 10 Mirror Lake Inn in Wilton

Top 10 Yellowstone National Park in Wilton

Browse Nearby

Things to Do

Restaurants

Airport Shuttles

Limo Service

Other Travel Services Nearby

Find more Travel Services near Tauck

Related Cost Guides

Town Car Service

10 hot river cruises to book this year

There are classic river itineraries — the Danube, the Rhine, the Rhone and the Nile — that anyone who appreciates the ease and camaraderie of river cruising can book with most of the top cruise lines. But those aren't your only options.

The most exciting river cruises to book this year are the new offerings that go off the beaten path, explore an unsung river or combine a standard seven-night sailing with a novel land tour.

For cruise news, reviews and tips, sign up for TPG's cruise newsletter .

Here are 10 new itineraries for 2024 and 2025 that are taking river cruising beyond the familiar, including several on recently launched or soon-to-debut river ships.

AmaWaterways' 7-night Wonders of Colombia and Magic of Colombia

Love South America but have already cruised the Amazon? Consider AmaWaterways ' newest ship, AmaMagdalena. Debuting in January 2025, the 60-passenger ship will sail two alternating seven-night itineraries year-round on Colombia's Magdalena River, traveling from Cartagena to Barranquilla and vice versa.

With the Wonders of Colombia itinerary , you'll board AmaMagdalena in coastal Cartagena, a popular Caribbean port on Panama Canal transits that you can now also enjoy on a river cruise. Arrive a day early or book a two-night precruise add-on to see sights such as the historic Walled City, San Felipe de Barajas Castle and the Gold Museum.

Following a sunset sail away, immerse yourself in the sights, sounds and tastes of Colombia via a local music experience in Palenque, the first "free town" in the Americas after a 1713 decree from the Spanish crown freed residents from slavery. You can also check out 19th-century Calamar on a paola (a two-person bicycle taxi) and the jazz music and local handicrafts available in Santa Barbara de Pinto and Mompox.

El Banco and Magangue round out the list of port calls before the cruise ends with a tour of the floating village of Nueva Venecia and an evening Carnival celebration in the seaside port of Barranquilla.

Choose the Magic of Colombia itinerary , from Barranquilla to Cartagena, and you'll visit the same ports, just in a different order. Rather than end your cruise with the Carnival celebration, you'll experience it on your first day. You can also book several precruise and postcruise land tours, including three nights precruise in Medellin, three nights postcruise in Panama or both.

AmaMagdalena will be joined in June 2025 by 64-passenger AmaMelodia. Both vessels will offer spacious (237- to 516-square-foot) staterooms and suites, as well as a heated pool on the sun deck and two dining options: the main restaurant, serving Latin American cuisine and Western favorites, and an intimate alfresco dining experience.

Related: Best river cruise lines around the world

American Cruise Lines' 15-night National Parks & Legendary Rivers

American Cruise Lines ' itineraries on the Columbia and Snake rivers in Oregon and Washington already attract travelers who appreciate the stunning landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, but now the cruise line has a 15-night National Parks & Legendary Rivers itinerary that takes scenic appreciation to another level.

The trip combines an eight-night cruise on the Columbia and Snake rivers with a seven-night land tour to three national parks: Glacier, Yellowstone and Grand Teton. The itinerary visits five states and begins or ends in either Portland, Oregon, or Jackson, Wyoming, depending on whether you do the land or cruise portion first.

What will you see on this cruise? If you start in Portland, you'll overnight before boarding one of the company's modern, 180-passenger river ships: American Jazz, American Harmony or American Song. Your first day will be spent enjoying scenic cruising along the Columbia River, with Mount Hood and Mount St. Helens as a backdrop, as you head to Astoria, Oregon. The historic seaside city is known for its beautiful Victorian houses and red trolleys.

Geology enthusiasts and anyone who remembers the devastating May 1980 eruption of Mount St. Helens will be fascinated by the port call in Kalama, Washington, where you can take an included guided excursion to the National Volcanic Monument. The following day will be spent cruising the Columbia River Gorge before you arrive in Stevenson, Washington, where a visit to 620-foot Multnomah Falls is a highlight. The final two days feature views of the dramatic landscapes of the Snake River in eastern Washington as you call on Richland before disembarking in Clarkston.

The guided national parks tour begins with a drive to Coeur d'Alene, Idaho, for a lake cruise followed by an overnight in Kalispell, Montana. Once in Glacier National Park, you'll navigate Going-to-the-Sun Road and dine at the historic Lake McDonald Lodge.

The tour continues on to Yellowstone National Park, where your adventure guides will offer insight as you explore Mammoth Hot Springs, Norris Geyser Basin, Tower Fall and Old Faithful, among other highlights. A visit to Grand Teton National Park and its Jackson Lake Lodge follows, with your final day spent admiring the park's incredible mountain vistas and abundant wildlife.

Related: The best US river cruises

American Cruise Lines' 50-night The Great United States

If 15 nights aren't enough to satisfy your wanderlust, American Cruise Lines offers a 50-night version of The Great United States program for 2025.

The 2025 sailing encompasses three cruises. It takes the 15-night National Parks & Legendary Rivers itinerary described above and adds a 21-night Mississippi River cruise from New Orleans to St. Paul, Minnesota, aboard 180-passenger American Serenade, which will call on 21 ports in six states. Along the Mississippi, you'll have a chance to visit Civil War battlefields in Vicksburg, Mississippi; Mark Twain's boyhood home in Hannibal, Missouri; and the landmark Gateway Arch in St. Louis. You can also enjoy legendary blues music on Beale Street in Memphis.

That segment will be followed by a 14-night, 14-port cruise along the coast of New England on 125-passenger American Pioneer (debuting in 2025). The ship will sail round-trip from Boston and visit scenic coastal ports in Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island and Massachusetts, including the quintessential New England islands of Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.

Tour options will include visits to the Maine Botanical Garden in Boothbay Harbor and Acadia National Park in Bar Harbor, an SUV adventure along the dunes of Provincetown on Cape Cod and a tour of the gilded mansions of Newport in Rhode Island.

In total, you'll check off 15 states from your must-visit list during this river cruise. That's an impressive number of destinations to visit in a single trip.

Avalon Waterways' 7-night Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro

Portugal's Douro River Valley is beloved by oenophiles. Over the past few decades, it has also attracted river cruisers seeking a relaxing itinerary punctuated by sleepy small towns and the daily enjoyment of local food and wine.

In March 2024, Avalon Waterways added the Douro River to its offerings when it debuted 102-passenger Avalon Alegria sailing an itinerary called Vida Portugal: Vineyards & Villages Along the Douro . The seven-night cruise is round trip from Porto, where there's time at the start and end of your cruise to explore this colorful city's historic port-wine cellars, churches and bridges (including the Ponte de Dona Maria Pia, designed in 1877 by Gustave Eiffel).

Noteworthy stops range from an afternoon call on Porto Antigo, with included excursions to monasteries and churches in Braga and Guimaraes, to a call at Peso de Regua, where sightseeing and wine tasting go hand in hand. You'll even have an opportunity to add an optional excursion from Pinhao to the elaborate 18th-century Baroque palace Casa de Mateus (of rose wine fame).

Save time for the onboard activities, too. After a full-day excursion from Barca d'Alva to Salamanca, Spain — a city known for its mix of Romanesque, Gothic and Baroque architectural styles — you can learn how to paint azulejos (Portugal's famous blue-hued handmade tiles) or enjoy a pastry-making demonstration on the ship the next morning.

Related: The best river cruises in Europe

CroisiEurope's 7-night A Cruise Through Four Exquisite European Valleys

Germany is known for its scenic river valleys, and a new itinerary from French river cruise line CroisiEurope doesn't skimp on beautiful vistas. Called A Cruise Through Four Exquisite European Valleys , the seven-night, round-trip sailing departs from Strasbourg, France, and visits the Rhine, Neckar, Moselle and Saar river valleys.

The ship for this itinerary, 81-passenger Elbe Princesse II, is one of CroisiEurope's three paddle river boats. It normally navigates the Elbe River between Berlin and Prague. However, from July to October 2025, the ship will be cruising the Rhine and its tributaries.

This river cruise kicks off on the Saar River, famous for the Great Bend at Mettlach (the river equivalent of a hairpin turn), and overnights in the town of Saarburg, Germany. After a morning scenic cruise onto the Moselle River, you'll visit Trier, Germany, known for its ancient Roman structures and its photogenic medieval buildings, before continuing on to Cochem, Germany, where you can enjoy an afternoon visit to the hilltop Reichsburg Castle.

Larger cities like Koblenz, Germany, located at the confluence of the Rhine and Moselle rivers and home to Ehrenbreitstein Fortress, are also on the itinerary. The trip features a stop in wine-centric Rudesheim, Germany, as well, so you can sample some vino and enjoy a ride on a scenic train while in the Rhine Valley.

The final day calls on a trio of German ports on the Neckar River. In the morning, you'll visit Mannheim and disembark for a coach transfer to Heidelberg, home to pink-hued Heidelberg Castle, historic churches and atmospheric beer halls. You'll then reboard Elbe Princesse II in Heidelberg and sail to Eberbach, a medieval city with an abundance of half-timbered homes and ancient fountains. The ship will overnight as you enjoy a final gala dinner before disembarking in Strasbourg the next morning.

Riverside Luxury Cruises' 11-night Danube and Main River Discovery

With the March 2024 debut of 110-passenger Riverside Debussy, Europe-based newcomer Riverside Luxury Cruises has added more than a half-dozen new three- to 21-night itineraries, with options on the Rhine, Main, Moselle and Danube rivers. In October 2024, the ship will sail an 11-night Danube and Main River Discovery itinerary from Budapest to Frankfurt that combines the highlights of two rivers and visits four countries: Hungary, Slovakia, Austria and Germany.

You'll embark Riverside Debussy in Hungary's capital before cruising past the illuminated Hungarian Parliament Building on your way to Bratislava. The capital of Slovakia is home to a hilltop castle, a walkable pedestrian zone and pubs serving local beer.

The next day, discover the history and artistry of Vienna with visits to its Hapsburg-era palaces, 16th-century St. Stephen's Cathedral and numerous museums. Charming Durnstein, Austria, is known for its medieval castle and a riverfront abbey with a pretty blue-and-white spire, while the golden-hued abbey in nearby Melk, Austria, celebrates the flavor of apricots in preserves and liquors.

As you reach Passau, Germany, which sits on the confluence of three rivers, you'll enter Bavaria and discover a walkable city with a domed 17th-century Baroque cathedral. The next day on the Main River (a Rhine tributary), you'll tour Regensburg, Germany, including its UNESCO World Heritage-listed city center, before spending two days exploring Nuremberg, Germany, which has a notably complex history.

Rounding out the cruise are calls on Bamberg, Wurzburg and Wertheim, Germany, with bustling Frankfurt — where historic remnants of the Middle Ages meet modern skyscrapers — serving as the departure port.

Related: River cruise packing list: What to pack when traveling by riverboat

Scenic's 66-night Scenic Cruising Through Europe

If you have two months to spare, a fascination with history, a love of fine wines and a generous budget, you can explore the rivers of Europe in one epic trip with Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours. The new 66-night Scenic Cruising Through Europe journey — available on two dates in 2025 ( May 4-July 9 and Aug. 16-Oct. 21 ) — explores more than a half dozen major rivers and waterways and calls on almost 60 ports in 13 countries.

The first part of the journey begins in Bucharest, Romania, with an overnight in a luxury hotel before you set sail on one of Scenic's 163-guest Space-Ships from Giurgiu. You'll cruise the Danube, Main and Rhine rivers all the way to Belgium and the Netherlands, then backtrack along the Rhine to Basel, Switzerland, taking some time to explore towns along the Moselle River.

This portion of the trip will take 36 days, and you'll explore ports in Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Hungary, Austria, Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands and Switzerland. You'll spend two days each in Budapest, Vienna and Amsterdam, and scenic highlights include Austria's Wachau Valley and Germany's Rhine River Gorge, with its many hilltop castles.

After a flight from Zurich to Paris, you'll start the next leg of your trip when you board 124-passenger Scenic Gem for a 10-night cruise on the Seine River. Visit historic Rouen and Honfleur or take excursions to Claude Monet's home and gardens at Giverny and the WWII beaches at Normandy.

Next, you'll fly from Paris to Bordeaux and board 149-passenger Scenic Diamond for a 10-night journey along the Garonne and Dordogne rivers in the heart of France's Bordeaux wine region.

On day 57, you'll fly from Bordeaux to Porto, Portugal, to board 96-passenger Scenic Azure on the Douro River for the final 10-night leg of your trip. You'll explore the legendary port cellars of Porto, taste wine amid the terraced vineyards of the Douro Valley and venture into Spain for a day trip to Salamanca. Your river cruise — and this epic 66-night journey — concludes back in Porto with an overnight, allowing you more time to experience this exceptional city.

Tauck's 13-night Romantic Capitals: Prague to Paris

Tauck's newest river offering in Europe for 2025 is its 13-night Romantic Capitals: Prague to Paris itinerary. This multiriver and land journey is available from April to October on Tauck ships Joy and Savor.

You'll start your journey with two nights at the Fairmont Golden Prague Hotel and enjoy ample time to take in sights such as Prague Castle and the Charles Bridge. You'll then transfer to Regensburg, Germany, for a nine-day cruise to Trier along the Main, Rhine, Moselle and upper Danube rivers, as well as the Main-Danube Canal.

Ports and cities visited on excursions include Frankfurt, Koblenz, Nuremberg, Bamberg, Wurzburg, Wertheim and Boppard, Germany. Exclusive experiences available to Tauck guests range from a private reception and dinner at Schlosshotel Kronberg near Frankfurt to a visit to the legendary Nurburgring racetrack near Koblenz.

You'll continue your trip on land with a quick stop in Luxembourg for a walking tour of its capital city. Afterward, you'll board a train to Paris, where your journey will conclude with a two-night stay at L'Hotel du Collectionneur.

Uniworld's 13-night Cruise & Rail: Paris to Istanbul

Uniworld Boutique River Cruises has added a new 13-night Cruise & Rail: Paris to Istanbul itinerary to its 2025 journeys. The two-week cruise offers you the chance to experience these two legendary cities, visit landmarks along the Seine River and then travel by luxury sleeper train for five nights from Paris through six additional countries to Istanbul. A 14-night reverse itinerary from Istanbul to Paris is also available.

If you begin your journey in Paris, you'll board Uniworld's 128-passenger Joie de Vivre for a seven-night Seine River cruise. Highlights include visits to Claude Monet's home and gardens at Giverny and Normandy's medieval capital, Rouen, known for its 11th-century cathedral and Joan of Arc history. A second stop in Rouen gives you a choice of excursions to the beaches of Normandy. This portion of the trip concludes with a stop at Versailles and an overnight in Paris.

You'll then transfer to Gare de Lyon and board the Golden Eagle Danube Express. First stop: the vineyards of Champagne for a tasting. The next day, the majestic scenery of the Austrian Alps are a daytime highlight, while dinner and a private classical concert in Vienna are on the evening agenda. After a morning exploring the city, you'll be back on board as your train heads to Postojna, Slovenia, where you'll enjoy a nighttime tour of the intricate Postojna Caves.

A visit to the Serbian capital of Belgrade rewards you with a traditional feast, while the next day's stop in Sofia, capital of Bulgaria, offers architectural and archeological gems in a city dating back 7,000 years. Upon disembarking in Istanbul, you'll spend a night at the luxurious Four Seasons Sultanahmet and have time to explore nearby sights, which include the Blue Mosque, Hagia Sophia and Topkapi Palace.

Viking's 10-night Rhine & Main Explorer from Nuremberg to Basel

Viking 's newest itinerary for 2025 is the 10-night Rhine & Main Explorer , which cruises from Nuremberg to Basel (or vice versa) from May to November and visits cities in Germany, France and Switzerland. It's a new mix of ports for Viking, including some lesser-known historic towns in Germany's Baden-Württemberg and Bavaria regions.

You'll board one of the cruise line's 190-passenger Viking Longships in Nuremberg, where an overnight offers time to learn about the city's medieval structures and past as a staging ground for Nazi rallies. More medieval architecture awaits in Bamberg, famous for its river-spanning Altes Rathaus (Town Hall) and its rauchbier (smoked beer). If wine is your preferred spirit, you're in luck, as Wurzburg, a city in Germany's Franken wine region, is also on the itinerary.

As you continue your cruise, you'll see the vibrant half-timbered houses and sample the hearty Bavarian cuisine (think: bratwurst and pork knuckle) of Marktheidenfeld, Germany. A visit to bustling Frankfurt, which provides a stark contrast between historic and modern Germany, is also in order after an afternoon spent sailing past the Main River's castle-topped hillsides.

France's Alsace region gets its turn when you call on Strasbourg, known for its beautifully preserved Old Town encircled by the Ill River. The itinerary also includes a stop across the Rhine in Breisach, Germany, the gateway to the Black Forest and a town full of vineyards. You'll end your journey with a full day of exploring charming guild house-lined Marktplatz, history-rich streets and more than 40 museums in Basel.

Planning a cruise? Start with these stories:

• The 5 most desirable cabin locations on any cruise ship
• A beginners guide to picking a cruise line
• The 8 worst cabin locations on any cruise ship
• The ultimate guide to what to pack for a cruise
• A quick guide to the most popular cruise lines
• 21 tips and tricks that will make your cruise go smoothly
• Top ways cruisers waste money
• The ultimate guide to choosing a cruise ship cabin

11 Guided Tour Companies That Offer Trips around the World

L ike cruising and theme park vacations , guided tours aren’t for everyone. But for people who especially enjoy meeting (and traveling with) like-minded people on vacation, guided group tours can be the perfect way to see a new destination—and make some new friends along the way. 

Some guided tours are geared toward groups of a dozen or fewer, while others can accommodate 50 or more travelers. Most guided tours include accommodations and some meals. In all cases, the tour companies who operate group tours take most of the complicated planning out of the equation , leaving you to focus on simply enjoying your vacation. 

The Best Guided Tour Operators

If you’re ready to give tour groups a try, consider one of these guided tour operators that rank among the very best in the world. 

MAKE MEMORIES: Tours for Everyone: 11 Best Companies for Family Vacations

Guided tour operator Tauck has been a leader in high-end group tours since its founding in 1925. Operating land-based group tours on all seven continents (as well as river tours in Europe and small-ship tours around the world), Tauck caters to families, couples, and solo travelers.

ACTIVE TRAVEL:   5 Best Senior Adventures for Travelers Age 50+

The average size of a guided tour group with Tauck is 35 to 44 guests, though the group size may vary depending on the season and the nature of the tour. Travelers enjoy Tauck for its attention to detail and ease of planning. Prices for tours vary by location, type of tour, and season, but the average Tauck tour starts at around $4,000 and goes up from there for one room with two guests. 

2. Trafalgar

Taking groups on guided tours to destinations around the world since 1947, Trafalgar runs trips to nearly every corner of the planet except Antarctica. The mostly land-based guided tours are offered year-round, including to popular destinations like New Zealand and Africa. The number of guests on tours vary based on the destination. Africa tours are the smallest with a maximum of 20 guests, while the United States and Canada tours are the biggest with up to 52 guests. 

SENIOR TRAVELERS: 9 Tour Companies That Cater to Travelers Over 50

In addition to its standard tours, Trafalgar also offers women-only tours . Other travelers who may enjoy Trafalgar are adventure travelers and foodies. Trafalgar tours start at just under $2,000 for one guest.

3. Collette

No travel company brand has been doing group trips longer than Collette , which has been in business since 1918. The group touring agency goes to all seven continents and has 179 different tour options. Its top tour destinations are Ireland, Italy, and Iceland. 

TRIPS OF A LIFETIME:   12 Best Amtrak Vacations and Scenic Train Rides in North America

Collette’s small group exploration tours allow for 14 to 24 people per tour, while its classic group tours can be up to 44 people. Collette primarily serves an older audience of travelers over 55. Tours with Collette start at just under $1,500 per person. 

4. Grand Circle Travel

Another popular group tour option for travelers over 50 is Grand Circle Travel , which has been in operation since 1958. Grand Circle’s variety of land-based tours and river cruises range in size from 24 to 47. Trips with Grand Circle start around $2,400 but vary based on the destination and season. 

5. Adventures by Disney

The luxury travel arm of Disney, Adventures by Disney is known for its focus on guided family tours . Since its founding in 2005, the company has continued to add new touring options with land- and river cruise-based adventures to destinations worldwide. Tours with Adventures by Disney can have upwards of 40 people, including kids under 10 years old. The tour company does offer some adult-only adventures as well. 

LEAVE THE PARENTS AT HOME:   9 Skip-Gen Vacations Grandparents and Grandkids Will Love

One reason why travelers choose Adventures by Disney for family vacations is that they likely already partake in other Disney vacations and know the level of service Disney can provide. Adventures start at just under $2,100 for one person for a short two-night escape. 

6. G Adventures

Best known for its cheaper group tours that span the globe from Croatia to Tanzania, G Adventures was founded in 1990 as a way to bridge the divide between solo adventure travel and more mainstream travel. G Adventures focuses on small group trips; the number of travelers per group is typically between 10 to 15 participants. 

7. Intrepid Travel

Eco-conscious travelers will want to consider a group travel vacation with Intrepid Travel , which is known for its active stance on climate action and sustainable travel. Intrepid offers tours for families as well as more strenuous walking tours and cycling tours. Since 1989, Intrepid has been taking small group tours of about 10 people around the world from Bali to Antarctica. 

8. Backroads

Travelers with a more active lifestyle who want to take a group tour will want to look into Backroads , where hiking and biking tours are the main attraction. Backroads has been traveling around the world from famous U.S. national parks to the glaciers of Antarctica since 1979. Backroads offers more than 200 different tours, most of which have an average of 16 participants. Prices start around $2,500 per person. 

9. Classic Journeys

Luxury group tour operator Classic Journeys (founded in 1995) offers tours to destinations around the world, and are especially well tailored to travelers interested in wildlife or local food and drink. These small group tours are typically no larger than 12 guests. Land-based trips start around $3,300. 

10. Thomson Family Adventures

With a focus on family travel, Thomson Family Adventures has been operating group tours to more than a dozen destinations since 1998. These bucket-list-worthy trips are limited to no more than 25 people. Tours start at $3,190 per adult and teen and $2,990 per child. 

11. Road Scholar

Since 1975, Road Scholar has provided educational tours around the world for small groups of 12 participants or less. The trips are ideal for those who want to do a deep dive into a destination’s culture or be immersed in nature. These budget-friendly trips start around $750 per person. 

More from FamilyVacationist:

• 12 Best Hotel Booking Sites for Cheap Prices
• 17 Best Flight Booking Sites for Cheap Airfare
• 10 Best Car Rental Booking Sites for Cheap Prices

The post 11 Guided Tour Companies That Offer Trips around the World appeared first on FamilyVacationist .

Our product picks are editor-tested, expert-approved. We may earn a commission through links on our site. Why Trust Us?

The 2024 Men’s Health Travel Awards

The absolute best places for adventure, recovery, and relaxation.

THERE'S A WHOLE big world out there. With only so much time to explore it—even less if we're talking just vacation time—where do you go? Maybe you're into meditative retreats with morning yoga sessions, plant-based dining, and nightly aura cleanses. Or maybe snowboarding, mountain-biking, or free-climbing is more your thing. Or, perhaps, you're looking for something more vacation vacation—toes in the sand; a cold drink in hand. Whatever you're into, we got you.

Our expert team of editors and Men's Health advisors spent the last twelve months researching dozens of destinations, accommodations, and tours. We visited every one and narrowed our favorites into three categories— Active, Recovery, and Relax —so you can find the experiences that work for you.

Pack up. Ship out. This is the 2024 Men's Health Travel Awards.

Sheraton Waikiki Beach Resort

This hotel doubles as a base camp for aquatic adventures. Book lessons in heenalu , the Hawaiian technique of board sliding. Or sign up for SUP or outrigger-canoe excursions. Your cooldown is nearby Hanauma Bay for a snorkel or swim.

Tetherow Hotel

Set in the high desert, this resort gives off Good Life vibes. Lap-swim in a heated outdoor pool onsite, or mountain bike, rock climb, and river raft nearby. Can’t drive ten minutes to downtown Bend? Tetherow also has three restaurants.

Montage Big Sky

At this resort just 50 miles from Yellowstone, winter brings skiing, naturally, but also fat-tire biking and a private tubing hill. Summer is whitewater rafting, a 72-par golf course 7,000 feet above sea level, and fly-tying workshops that lead to hauls of rainbow trout.

Conservatorium Hotel

First a 19th bank, then a music school, it's since been converted into a sharp designer hotel. The luxe, glass-enclosed lobby hints at the long list of high-brow amenities you'll find here—including gourmet room service and a stunning spa—all within steps of the city's best sites. However, its main attraction is the 1,615 square feet gym (one of the biggest in the city) that's loaded with Technogym equipment and Therabody recovery gear.

The Ranch Hudson Valley

Surrounded by 200 private acres less than an hour from NYC, this ultra-luxe retreat focuses on rebooting your health with an ass-kicking fitness regimen and a structured, plant-based diet. Morning hikes, afternoon strength training, yoga, and professional massage are all on the daily agenda.

Signia By Hilton Atlanta

Newly opened in January of 2024, this towering, 900-plus-room hotel sits directly across from Atlanta's State Farm Arena. Active guests have access to a massive, tech-forward gym and almost a dozen "wellness" rooms loaded with MH -approved fitness gear.

AutoCamp Zion

The latest outpost in AutoCamp's catalog of Airstream "hotels" offers immediate access to the iconic Zion National Park with loads of best-in-the-US hiking trails nearby. Bonus: The on-site pool offers a welcome respite from Utah's scorching summer heat.

Gravity Haus Jackson Hole

Located at the foot of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort, this adventure-minded hotel offers direct access to some of the country's best skiing. With on-site gear rentals, a swanky restaurant, a heated outdoor pool, and a fitness and recovery center, it's also the perfect base for exploring Grand Teton National Park too.

Hotel Hartness

Situated on 180 acres of preserved green space, this stunning French Revival-style mansion is one of South Carolina's newest and most elegant boutique hotels. Steps from the front door are 15 miles of private hiking trails and easy access to the Blue Ridge Mountains beyond. Pro tip: Check out the swanky on-site bar with a solid mocktail menu.

More than "just a place to crash," every hotel in this series of adventure-minded outposts with locations across the U.S. serves as the perfect base camp for hiking, skiing, surfing, mountain biking, and more. Think: On-site rentals, gear lockers, roaring campfires, and local craft beers—all in a dog-friendly atmosphere.

Our go-to expedition cruise line just keeps getting better. Its two all-new polar-class ships explore the world's most remote destinations (think Antarctica and the Arctic Circle) in a category of comfort, luxury, and elegance that no other adventure cruise can touch.

Tauck's all-new Small Group Tours are purpose-built for anyone who hates typical travel tours. These boutique trips guide adventure-minded travelers to Switzerland, Africa, Yellowstone, and everywhere in between—all with no more than 15 guests.

Wilderness Travel

No matter how hardcore you like your adventures, this boutique tour outfit has you covered. Explore the most epic, bucket-list-worthy destinations: Walking safaris in Zambia, tracking snow leopards through the mountains of India, trekking the best of Patagonia, and more.

Windstar Cruises

Ditch the "floating city" vibe of most mega-cruise ships for a more intimate and boutique sailing. From Canada to Latin America to the South Pacific, Windstar's powered yachts and sailing ships travel pretty much anywhere you can dream of.

Dornoch Station

Amid the country's sandy coastline and rolling, castle-dotted hills, Marine & Lawn's Dornoch Station is a picture-perfect Scottish Highlands golf getaway. From the stately, elegant interior fit for gentlemen, guests are just steps from world-class rounds at the Royal Dornoch Golf Club.

The Virginian Lodge

This sister property to Outbound Hotels' Mammoth Lakes outpost is a renovated retro-mod motel with a campy, Wes Anderson film vibe that just works . Amid Jackson's sky-high accommodations, this is a surprisingly affordable, vintage alternative minutes from everything the area is known for.

Highland Base Kerlingarfjöll

Located in Iceland's rugged and remote central Highlands, this sister property to the iconic Blue Lagoon Retreat looks, feels, and is worlds away from the country's well-worn tourist trail. For hearty travelers who appreciate solitude, adventure, and austere beauty, it offers all three in spades.

True to the brand's trademark vibe, Moxy Banff is bold, artsy, and playful with a midcentury modern aesthetic that pulls heavy inspiration from the area's well-known ski culture. Don't miss: All-day eats from a restored 1966 VW Kombi food truck.

Blackberry Mountain

This 5,200-acre retreat’s on-site Recovery Lab offers weightless compression, assisted stretching, and Therabody sessions. Its spa features CBD massage and clay wraps. Or you can just find a chair, watch the mist roll by, and breathe deep.

The colossal spa here has treatments that run from deep tissue to a Thai massage combining compression with yoga-like moves. It also offers sound baths, breath work, and sleep sessions with an in-house mindfulness team (yes, that's a real thing).

Six Senses Kyoto

Six Senses combines Zen gardens and Shodo calligraphy workshops with next-gen spa treatments that use smart tech to ease pain and release tension. There’s also aerial yoga, meditation, and guided runs around the city.

Thompson Houston, by Hyatt

With a sleek, shimmering façade, this new 36-story highrise offers panoramic views of the Houston skyline. Step outside for a stroll through the adjacent 160-acre park, or hit up the rooftop infinity pool or whole-floor spa for some daytime Zen without leaving the property.

La Coralina Island House

Tucked between a private, adults-only beach and Panama's wildlife-rich jungle, La Coralina is a welcome respite for relaxation-seeking travelers. The location alone is reason to come, but the all-new series of yoga, meditation, and wellness retreats is reason to stay a while.

The Westin Washington, DC Downtown

Centrally located near DC's best tourist sites, the newly renovated Westin feels worlds away. With a 10,000-square-foot fitness center and Root & Vine restaurant, there are plenty of ways to unwind after a full day of exploring the capital city.

Zel Mallorca

This all-new hotel was designed in partnership with tennis legend Rafael Nadal to bring a modern beach aesthetic and breezy Mediterranean vibe to Mallorca. Earth tones, palm-lined common areas, and soft linen furnishings abound, and every room is designed for maximum ocean viewing.

Waldorf Astoria Chicago

True to the iconic WA brand, this Chicago outpost stands out even amid the city's equally iconic architecture. From the marble-heavy lobby to the sprawling French-style courtyard to the over-the-top suites, it's a posh, luxe respite from the hustle of the Windy City.

Hoshinoya Bali

The brand's first retreat outside of Japan is an absolute stunner with just 30 private villas, interconnected by a patchwork of Zen-like gardens and swimming pool "hallways." Every inch of this exclusive luxe resort exudes pure ahhhhh ...

Hotel Arts Barcelona

With massive flower displays, beautiful guests, and luxurious furnishings dotting every common area, this Barcelona hotel oozes relaxed, cosmopolitan luxury. Everything from the designer toiletries to the two-Michelin-Star restaurant to the stunning views makes the sky-high nightly rates here worth the price of admission.

The Riviera Maya Edition at Kanai

The first Edition hotel in Latin America is a study in sexy, modern luxury—all set on a 620-acre nature preserve. Inside, the vibe is like "posh Euro disco" meets "relaxed Mexican retreat," and it somehow all just works . Plus, its tranquil spa—replete with a sauna, three pools, and detached massage rooms—is one of the best in Quintana Roo.

Virgin Hotels New York City

Virgin brings its unique brand of bold, rock-n-roll hotel design to NYC's trendy NoMad neighborhood. The whole-floor gym and new Exhale Spa might make you never want to leave. If you do, the 40-story high-rise is centrally located to Penn Station, the Empire State Building, and much, much more.

Lido Beach Resort

Head inland for laid-back shopping or flamingo spotting at Sarasota Jungle Gardens. Or don’t and hop between the hotel’s two gulf-front pools, the seafood-heavy Drift Kitchen & Bar, and cocktails at the tiki lounge.

The Resort at Pelican Hill

If golf/pool/dinner sounds right, this spot has all of that. Thirty-six holes skirting the Pacific. One massive, 380,000-gallon coliseum-shaped pool. Two sit-down dining options. This is the life well lived.

Holland America Line

Basketball courts, 24-hour room service, pickleball , a fitness studio—and that’s just the onboard fun. With more than ten itineraries dropping in 2024, Holland America Line now spans the Caribbean, the South Pacific, and Japan.

Scrub Island Resort, Spa & Marina

With world-class hiking, sailing, kayaking, snorkeling, and spa'ing, Scrub Island might be the best Caribbean Island you've never heard of. Its namesake resort offers it all in ultra-relaxed, private surroundings worthy of a luxurious honeymoon getaway.

The Vintages Trailer Resort

Tucked into Oregon's famed Willamette Valley is this funky "neighborhood" of 36 renovated Airstream trailers. It's equal parts "vintage adult campground" and "oh-to-be-a-kid-again" getaway, complete with an on-site pool, lawn games, and easy access to the area's best vineyards.

Wynn Las Vegas

Even amid the absurd opulence of Sin City, the 2,700-plus-room Wynn stands out. With more than 15 restaurants, high-end boutique shops, a sprawling esplanade, and the world-class XS Nightclub, there's a whole lot more to do here than just slots and sportsbook betting.

Hotel Distil, Autograph Collection

Tucked into Downtown Louisville's famed Whiskey Row, this handsome, five-star hotel pays homage to the city's roots with a healthy dash of modernity. It's a quick walk to the Ohio River, or stay in and relax at the glass-topped rooftop bar, Repeal Oak-Fired Steakhouse, or your own riverview suite.

Kimpton Surfcomber Hotel

Following a massive renovation, this oceanfront hotel offers a unique blend of luxury and character—a rarity in South Beach, especially at this price point. The combination makes it the perfect basecamp for hard-partying "guy trips" to Southern Florida's most famous destination.

Wequassett Resort and Golf Club

Bright, breezy, and just the right amount of classic New England charm, this five-star resort offers everything you'd ever want in a picture-perfect Cape Cod escape. You'll find on-site tennis courts, world-class beaches, and cozy cottages, many with gas fireplaces, marble bathrooms, and stunning ocean views.

Big Cedar Lodge

This all-American resort offers rustic luxury in the heart of the Ozarks. You'll find everything you need for a textbook "guy's getaway," including bowling alleys, arcades, tons of dining options, and a brand-new outdoor concert venue.

Wyndham Grand Krakow Old Town

On a bustling strip just steps from Krakow's town center, this upscale hotel blends old and new. It offers sleek rooms, a glass-enclosed cafe, an on-site spa, and an indoor pool.

Four Seasons Baltimore

Baltimore's Four Seasons is an easy standout among the city's myriad accommodations. The 256-room tower houses posh guestrooms, a luxurious restaurant, and an infinity pool with a sundeck and outdoor grill. Pro tip: The harbor-view balcony rooms are worth the upgrade.

The Westin Hilton Head Island Resort & Spa

One of HHI's largest resorts, this upscale, 416-room retreat boasts a tennis club, tons of oceanview rooms, world-famous golfing, and is steps from some of the country's best beaches. Golf, swim, rinse, repeat ...

The Ritz-Carlton New York, NoMad

Somehow this R-C outpost manages to stand out, even amid NYC's red-hot NoMad district. It's within walking distance of the city's most famous attractions and locals-only neighborhoods, all while maintaining the brand's signature, cool-as-a-cucumber flavor of relaxed luxury inside.

Hotel Norman Paris

With easy access to the Champs-Élysées and guest suites with Eiffel Tower views, this swanky boutique hotel is about as sexy as it gets for travelers to the City of Light. Inside, the vibe is all "cozy Parisian escape" with velvet curtains, vintage sofas, and a library lounge that supplants the typical hotel reception desk.

Nobu Hotel Los Cabos

With a deft blend of Japanese minimalism and elegant, Pacific-inspired accents, there's beauty in the simplicity of Nobu's Los Cabos outpost. Palm trees, private plunge pools, and floating daybeds abound here, with a clear focus on rest, relaxation, and restoration.

JW Marriott Hotel Mexico City Polanco

After undergoing a massive renovation, JW Marriott's MC property delivers an expected class of branded luxury in the city's swanky Polanco District. The interior is replete with luxury accommodations, including a rooftop pool, pillowtop mattresses, 24-hour room service, and a warm, tasteful design that's heavy on dark wood, plush carpeting, and floor-to-ceiling windows.

.css-1fpt53b{height:1.25rem;}@media(max-width: 48rem){.css-1fpt53b{overflow:unset;line-height:1.25rem;}}@media(min-width: 48rem){.css-1fpt53b{line-height:1.25rem;}}.css-1fpt53b:before{background-color:#D2232E;color:#fff;margin-right:0.625rem;width:1.25rem;height:1.25rem;content:'';display:block;} Life

What to Know Before Buying a Home

The Question Every Dad Should Ask Their Kids

Let’s Talk About Parenting and ‘Big Feelings’

5 Awesome Adventures to Have in Savannah Right Now

40 Useful Tool Gifts for Dad This Father's Day

Great Dads Need Other People to Pitch In

3 Ways Outdoorsy Families Score in Puerto Rico

Puerto Rico’s Most Scenic Trails

VicBlends Is the Internet's Barber

Common's Meditation Songs Aren't All Calm

The Guy's Guide to Buying Flowers

• Subscribers

The Med proving hot for MSC Cruises this winter Down Under

Collaboration and community: SmartFlyer’s key pillars

Ensemble launches luxury certification program

The Luxperience Awards relaunched for 2024 event

Silversea opens general sales for 2027 World Cruise

• Ritz-Carlton Yacht unveils first Asia Pacific program
• Crystal to revive casinos onboard Serenity, Symphony

First Delta One Lounge debuts at New York JFK

• Qantas reveals French fare, pyjamas and amenity kits
• SLH introduces the ‘Finest Collection’ to its repitore

MS Caledonian Sky to exit Captain Cook Cruises Fiji fleet

Small ship operator to pivot to day cruising/dinner voyage program.

Go back to the e-newsletter

Captain Cook Cruises Fiji has confirmed a realignment of its business that will see voyages aboard the luxury expedition ship MS Caledonian Sk y conclude with the brand in early November 2024, LATTE can exclusively reveal. The company took over the operation of Caledonian Sky from APT in early November last year , introducing a new level of expedition cruising in the remote waters of Fiji, including the rarely visited Lau Islands in the Southern Pacific.

Speaking exclusively with LATT E, Allison Haworth West, Executive Chair said the “strategic step” to wind down operation of the small ship comes as Captain Cook Cruises Fiji pivots to focus on its core business of island day cruising and dinner voyages.

Subscribe to LATTE’s free eNewsletter to keep up to date with everything in the luxury travel industry.

“ Caledonian Sky has been a runaway success,” Haworth West said. “The ship, the destination and the crew have received outstanding feedback from guests for the rich, cultural experience that Captain Cook Cruises Fiji provides onboard the small ship. We look forward continuing our schedule of 7- and 14-night expeditions to remote Fiji and Tonga until November.”

“The vision for Caledonian Sky was to bring luxury cruising to the outer islands. Our passenger loads have been building and capacity has steadily grown.

“The program struck a chord with the expedition market and has been successful, filling a void in that niche market,” Haworth West explained, adding that the project was also supported by the Fijian Government.

“We’ve opened up tourism interaction like never before,” she added.

The departure of Caledonian Sky from the fleet, along with the company’s previous smaller vessel, Reef Endeavour , leaves a hole in the small ship sector for Captain Cook Cruises Fiji for the time being,

Haworth West confirmed the final sailing of the 114-passenger ship with CCC Fiji will depart on 26 October 2024. Guests who have sailings booked beyond November 2024 are being contacted by the boutique cruise line or via their travel advisor to offer alternative arrangements, including a cabin upgrade on an earlier departure.

The company is also offering a ‘Stay 7, Pay’ 4 promotion on Caledonian Sky .

The final voyage operated under Captain Cook Cruises Fiji for the vessel will be the 7-day Ultimate Lau & Kadavu sailing on Saturday 26 October 2024. View the remaining schedule, updated on 20 June 2024, here .

Seabourn Pursuit arrives in Broome on inaugural visit

2024 World’s Best Airlines revealed by Skytrax

Crystal signs MOA for two new ocean ships, third option

Your email address will not be published.

Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment.

New era for Captain Cook Cruises Fiji

Captain Cook Cruises Fiji bolsters conservation focus

Captain Cook Cruises Fiji announce 2016 and 2017 departure…

Fiji sets a new arrivals benchmark in 2023

Trump International to launch in Muscat, Oman

Marriott’s Luxury Collection signs second Australian property

1,600 room all-inclusive luxury resort debuts in Cancun

Ennismore to take control of Our Habitas

HX charges in first for shore power in Reykjavik

Captain’s Choice launches self-drive supercar journeys

Tauck confirms even smaller group program

APT partners with Seabourn in Alaska in 2025

New aerial tour of Doha unveiled by DMC Discover Qatar

Emirates extends LVMH champagne exclusivity deal

Air France unveils new lounge at TBIT, Los Angeles

Fiji Airways to extend US reach through AAdvantage® program

New Vietnamese wellness resort to open in Hoi An

Chiva-Som launches Epigenetics, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy

Banyan Group taps into wellness space, launches ‘Retreats’

Heritance Ayurveda: Embrace wholesome wellness

Goldman, SmartFlyer mark 9 years of collaboration

Cruise review: The Seabourn Pursuit expedition experience

Azamara Cruises’ new CEO eyes fleet growth

Travel industry’s ‘luxewashing’ is confusing consumers

New Forest Lodges unveiled at Osborn House

Luxury Lodges of Australia adds Bullo River Station

Architects for Crystal’s new ships, A&K’s new lodges revealed

Welcome, Login to your account.

Recover your password.

A password will be e-mailed to you.

Emergency Banner Component

Danube River Cruises

Our Danube river cruises include wine tasting at private vineyards... visits to medieval towns and riverside castles... and private palace evenings that come alive with music and merriment.

• ITINERARIES
• FEATURED TOURS

Welcome to the Danube River

This picturesque "river of kings" carves a winding path through a total of ten modern-day European nations with landscapes characterized by vineyards, forested slopes, wine-producing villages and imposing fortresses that remain a testimony to kingdoms and culture... regal, romantic and ready to welcome Tauck river cruisers.

Tauck exclusive – imperial evening at palais pallavicini, our gala imperial evening at a private palace in vienna.

Built in 1784, the sumptuous Palais Pallavicini is a grand private palace in the heart of Vienna whose magnificent Baroque touches transport you to another time. Join us at the Palais for a gala evening featuring a reception, dinner and classical performances sure to sweep you off your feet... and let you experience firsthand how Europe's cultured classes lived and were entertained centuries ago. And film fans will note that the Palais and its elegant facade served as rogue Harry Lime's postwar Vienna apartment in the Cold War classic "The Third Man."

Bicycling along the Danube

What could be better than a leisurely bicycle ride along the danube.

A leisurely bicycle ride through countryside along the Danube River with your local guide is a perfect way to experience the centuries-old castles and lush vineyards of the Wachau Valley wine-growing region – declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved medieval landscapes. Our river cruises offer numerous opportunities for cycling along Europe's rivers; every Tauck riverboats has bicycles aboard for use by guests ashore.

Passau, Germany

Beautiful, baroque passau, the "city of three rivers".

The charming Bavarian riverside city of Passau – situated at the confluence of the Inn, Ilz and Danube rivers – is the kind of town in which you'll set off on a walking tour with a local guide… and your guide's passion for his or her hometown makes your visit that much more special. Must-sees in this "City of Three Rivers" include the 17th-century Baroque Dom St. Stephan (St. Stephan's Cathedral), with its magnificent pipe organ – the largest in Europe – and the 14th-century Town Hall. Enjoy time on your own exploring Passau's pedestrian walkways through tunnels and archways and along ancient cobblestone streets, to find its wealth of Baroque architecture and beautiful churches, many of which are known for their exquisite stained glass.

Austria's Wachau Valley

The joys of austria's wachau valley along the danube.

Declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its well-preserved medieval landscapes, the Wachau Valley, formed by the Danube River in Austria, invites a leisurely cruise past the lush vineyards of one of the country's premier wine regions… fairy-tale castles… ancient monasteries, like famed Melk Abbey, with its Baroque "facelift" from the 18th-century… and typical, post-card perfect villages like Dürnstein. Take a closer look at its Baroque houses and Romanesque church as you stroll down its one main street… then challenge yourself to an invigorating climb up centuries-old steps to the ruins of hilltop Kuenringerburg Castle, where England's King Richard the Lionhearted was once held for ransom by Austria's Duke Leopold V. The views from up here say all that need to be said about the Wachau Valley…

Hungarian State Opera, Budapest

Enjoy a special tauck visit to budapest's opulent hungarian state opera house.

Andrássy Avenue in the Pest section of Budapest is lined with grandiose public buildings. One of them is the Hungarian State Opera House, commissioned by Austro-Hungarian Emperor Franz Joseph and opened in 1884; its imposing façade is adorned with statues of great composers like Beethoven, Verdi and Mozart, and Hungarian favorite sons Ferenc Erkel and Franz Liszt greet you at the main entrance. The Emperor himself only attended one event here, but the imprint of his wife, the Empress Elisabeth (known fondly to her subjects as "Sisi"), a great patron of the arts and of the opera in particular, is all over the place – from the general grandeur of its interiors to the private box in which she attended many performances. If you love opera, this is the place to hear it, enjoying some of the best acoustics in Europe. But even if you don't, its sheer opulence makes it a must-see.

Journey Collection

Experience the Danube River with Tauck

Search Again

{{ title }}

{{shortDescription}}

{{longDescription}}

{{priceFrom}}

From Price, Per Person

Price shown is the lowest price per person, double, on most journeys.

No Tours Match Your Room Configuration

Itinerary Related Content

Take a look below for other tours

Please enter a valid search term

No results found for “ ”.

Make sure your words are spelled correctly or use less or different words.

We can't find any itineraries that match your departure date. Try broadening your search by choosing a different year or month.

The keyword's results do not contain the selected date. Please reset the date filter or choose a different date.

Inspired by the Destination

For 90+ years, the Tauck family has had a passion for sailing — aboard small ships and yachts at sea, riverboats along great inland waterways, and at home on the rivers and lakes of Connecticut and New York. When we began blending our land experience with our strong passion for cruising in our first European river cruise back in 1992, we knew that no "ordinary" river cruise experience would do for our guests. We wanted them to travel Europe's rivers in the same beyond-the-ordinary Tauck style they experienced on our land trips. With that in mind, we searched to find a company to partner with that would share our values and our commitment to "do the right thing" by our guests... and found it in another family-owned company, Scylla. Together, we crafted a river cruise experience that was ahead of its time and inspired by the destinations we explore.

• River Cruises

Explore the Possibilities

{{whitepanel.eyebrow}}

{{whitepanel.title}}

{{whitepanel.copy}}

{{whitepanel.subtitle}}

{{whitepanel.numberoftours.landjourneys}}

LAND JOURNEYS

{{whitepanel.numberoftours.rivercruises}}

RIVER CRUISES

{{whitepanel.numberoftours.familytours}}

FAMILY TOURS

{{whitepanel.numberoftours.smallshipcruises}}

SMALL SHIP CRUISES

{{whitepanel.numberoftours.taucksevents}}

TAUCKS EVENTS

Cruising the River Danube

The Danube winds its way through the heart of "Old Europe"… where you'll encounter venerable cities that grew along its banks to became bastions of the Habsburg Empire and, later, today's Europe, like Vienna, Regensburg, Passau, Linz, Bratislava and Budapest… and go farther afield to explore such gems as Berlin, Salzburg, Munich, Cesky Krumlov and more…

The blue danube, royal danube, berlin & kraków, blue danube: family riverboat adventure, tauck's river cruise guide, danube river facts.

Learn interesting Danube River facts – from the cities along its banks to its history, art, music, food and more.

First Timer's Guide

Tauck's European river cruise guide will help you find the right Danube, Rhone, Rhine, Seine or Douro river cruise for you.

Why Take A Tauck River Cruise

Tauck River Cruising means traveling in good company, exclusive access to cultural experiences, distinctively inclusive pricing and more!

Choosing The Best European River Cruise For You

Find the best European river cruise for you with top-reviewed itineraries navigating all the major waterways from Tauck.

Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.

• Destinations
• Antarctica & the Arctic
• Australia & New Zealand
• Israel & Jordan
• Latin America
• United States
• Tours & Cruises
• Exclusive Partnership
• Family Journeys
• Guest Favorites
• Small Groups
• Small Ship Cruises
• Awards and Accolades
• Our History
• Tauck Impact
• The Tauck Difference
• The Taucker Blog
• About Tauck
• Media Center
• Tutorial Video
• Agent Connect
• Register Your Agency
• General Information
• Group Bookings
• Newsletter Sign Up
• Order an eGift Card
• Request a Brochure
• Tauck Forums
• Travel and Health
• Travel Protection
• Travel Updates

Sign Up to Subscribe to Our Emails

Emergency Banner Component

Expeditions

Expedition-style cruise experiences provide today's "explorers" a unique window through which to view the often unseen world and some of Earth's rarest wildlife.

• ITINERARIES
• FEATURED TOURS

Welcome to Expeditions

Exotic lands are best explored in the time-honored way, from the sea to the shore. Sail aboard modern and magnificent expeditionary ships as you cast anchor on timeless, remote islands... as you navigate ice floes to stand on the ethereal seventh continent... as you observe rare or endangered wildlife... And once you sail where explorers before you sailed, your world is forever changed.

Designed for up-close exploration of wildlife-rich shores, each expeditionary cruise offer hands-on, eyes-open revelations of often unseen worlds in regions such as the remote islands of the Galápagos... in the Tracy Arm Fjord, with its sheer cliffs and towering waterfalls... on landings in the amazing Antarctic archipelago...  

Amazing San Cristóbal Island

San cristóbal island, home to the rarest of the rare.

When you cruise to San Cristóbal Island in the Galápagos Archipelago , you'll encounter wildlife you won't find anywhere else on Earth – on shore excursions aboard panga (Zodiac-style rafts) for "wet landings" in shallow water or dry landings on rocky beaches. At Cerro Colorado, the breeding center of giant Galápagos Tortoises, you'll see some of the ongoing conservation efforts underway to save these endangered behemoths... although the elusive tortoises, who nap up to 16 hours a day, are not easy to spot in the wild. Not so with Galápagos sea lions, however; chances are good that you'll find yourself splashing around in the water with some of these sociable, whiskered locals.

Wildlife of the Galápagos Islands

Wildlife cruise.

Sitka, Alaska

Sea Otter & Wildlife Cruise

A 3-hour cruise in Sitka provides a remarkable opportunity to observe sea otters, whales, sea lions, porpoise, harbor seals, brown bears, blacktail deer, bald eagles and a variety of marine birds, with commentary from an onboard naturalist explaining the workings of this remarkable ecosystem. The waterjet-driven tour vessel has been designed to navigate Southeast Alaska's narrow island passages, allowing for wildlife viewing at close range.

Exploring Antarctica's Archipelago

A magical place whose mystical allure fascinates and forever beckons to return....

The magnificent great white continent of Antarctica, the most remote place on Earth, astounds with glacial landscapes and Arctic wildlife that defy description… and you enjoy a rare opportunity to view them up-close with on-board experts who have spent a lifetime studying these natural wonders in extraordinary detail. Due to changing weather and shifting glacial patterns of this remote region, your day-by-day itinerary will vary and may include Zodiac excursions to Antarctic Peninsula islands. Penguins, seals, whales and myriad species of seabirds are often seen on land and at sea; our on-board naturalists can help you identify them during your cruise.

Journey Collection

Experience Small Ship Expeditions

Search Again

{{ title }}

{{shortDescription}}

{{longDescription}}

{{priceFrom}}

From Price, Per Person

Price shown is the lowest price per person, double, on most journeys.

No Tours Match Your Room Configuration

Itinerary Related Content

Take a look below for other tours

Please enter a valid search term

No results found for “ ”.

Make sure your words are spelled correctly or use less or different words.

We can't find any itineraries that match your departure date. Try broadening your search by choosing a different year or month.

The keyword's results do not contain the selected date. Please reset the date filter or choose a different date.

Small is Big... onboard and ashore

Smaller ships mean bigger experiences. Our small ships are big on individualized service, special touches and comfort, making you feel like a welcomed guest the moment you come aboard. Intimate spaces invite conversation or quiet contemplation as you like. Whether you're inside your cabin or out on your deck, ocean views beckon with adventures yet to come.

Because of the size of our ships, we're not restricted to commercial routes or large ports. We're free to follow the fish, not the fleets. We dock in places where you can get lost in the moment and not in a crowd. We delight in sharing spontaneous moments, up-close discoveries, personal connections and unforgettable treasures, making each moment memorable and uniquely yours. At Tauck, small is big... and the best way to make your cruise so much more than you ever expected.

Extraordinary Expeditions Around the World

Designed for up-close exploration of wildlife-rich shores, each expeditionary cruise offer hands-on, eyes-open revelations of often unseen worlds in regions such as Svalbald, Norway... where there are more polar bears than people... in the Tracy Arm Fjord with its sheer cliffs and towering waterfalls... and as you sail through the Panama Canal, an engineering feat that revolutionized shipping patterns and is still a source of fascination to this day.

Arctic allure: spitsbergen and the midnight sun, alaska's inside passage, the panama canal & costa rica, traveling with tauck, uncommon access.

Enjoy exclusive, personal travel experiences that help you discover the true essence of your destination

Sophisticated Intimate Ambiance

A warm welcome and intimate ambiance awaits aboard Tauck's family of small ship partners

Travel In Good Company

Travel with Tauck Directors who take every moment of your vacation personally

All-Inclusive Cruising

Everything you need to experience the best of land and sea with Tauck is included...

Book Today... And Travel Dreams Begin

Discover The World

Call us, or call your travel advisor, to book your preferred departure date today – and explore our beautiful brochures to find your inspiration for your next journey.

• Destinations
• Antarctica & the Arctic
• Australia & New Zealand
• Israel & Jordan
• Latin America
• United States
• Tours & Cruises
• Exclusive Partnership
• Family Journeys
• Guest Favorites
• River Cruises
• Small Groups
• Small Ship Cruises
• Awards and Accolades
• Our History
• Tauck Impact
• The Tauck Difference
• The Taucker Blog
• About Tauck
• Media Center
• Tutorial Video
• Agent Connect
• Register Your Agency
• General Information
• Travel Protection
• Newsletter Sign Up
• Order an eGift Card
• Request a Brochure
• Tauck Forums
• Travel and Health
• Travel Updates

Sign Up to Subscribe to Our Emails

Expedia Rewards is now One Key™

Elektrostal, visit elektrostal, check elektrostal hotel availability, popular places to visit.

• Electrostal History and Art Museum

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Electrostal History and Art Museum in Elektrostal. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

• Cities near Elektrostal

• Places of interest
• Yuri Gagarin Cosmonaut Training Center
• Central Museum of the Air Forces at Monino
• Peter the Great Military Academy
• Bykovo Manor
• Balashikha Arena
• Malenky Puppet Theater
• Balashikha Museum of History and Local Lore
• Pekhorka Park
• Orekhovo Zuevsky City Exhibition Hall
• Ramenskii History and Art Museum
• Noginsk Museum and Exhibition Center
• Saturn Stadium