Cruise

Relaxation. Punctuated by plenty of excitement. Cruising on a luxury ship is one of the most relaxing ways to travel. Also, one of the most exciting.

Take one of our river cruises through - say – Europe and you will find yourself gliding through beautiful rolling countryside seldom glimpsed from modern motorways. Your watery highway will take you, smoothly and effortlessly, from one great European city to another, via the pretty route past sleepy villages and fairytale castles, peaceful farms and lush vineyards.

Then comes the excitement as you arrive at the art, the culture, the restaurants and bars, the life and soul of one of the cities along the way.

Or you might be cruising further afield, to the ice-blue world of the Arctic. Or following in the footsteps of Charles Darwin to the astonishing Galapagos Islands. Or navigating the Nile from the Pyramids to Abu Simbel.

With a whole world awaiting your voyage…you might as well arrive in style.

Arctic & Antarctica
- Classic Antarctica
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  The stunning Antarctic Peninsula, the South Shetland Islands and Drake’s Passage; this is pure, Classic Antarctica
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- Antarctica, Falkland Islands & South Georgia
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  Antarctica, Falklands and South Georgia. Home to seals, penguins, seal lions, killer whales – and nature lovers.
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- Weddell Sea & Antarctic Peninsula
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  The Weddell Sea and Antarctic Peninsula presents wild isolation, incredible scenery and endless wildlife photo opportunities.
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- Spitsbergen Explorer
  in Luxury Holidays - Arctic
  Spitsbergen Explorer takes you to the Cold Coast - a hot spot for wildlife and rare birds.
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- Three Arctic Islands
  in Luxury Holidays - Arctic
  Follow the epic Viking voyages across glittering, ice-strewn seas – to Three Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen.
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- Spitsbergen Circumnavigation
  in Luxury Holidays - Arctic
  Spitsbergen Circumnavigation takes you round polar bears, Arctic foxes, walruses, reindeer, huge bird colonies and spectacular scenery.
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- Northwest Passage
  in Luxury Holidays - Arctic
  Comparatively few people have successfully negotiated the treacherous Northwest Passage discovered by Amundsen. You can join them.
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- Greenland Explorer
  in Luxury Holidays - Arctic
  From sled rides and photographing whales, to watching ice cathedrals self-destruct, few adventures rival exploring Greenland.
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- Heroic Antarctic Air Cruise
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  Fly to and from the Antarctic Peninsula for a week long cruise including a visit to the Weddell Sea, weather permitting.
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- Polar Circle Air Cruise
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  Join this longer air cruise to the Antarctic Peninsula with its stunning ice landscapes and prolific wildlife and hopefully crossing the Antarctic Circle.
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- Off the Beaten Track
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  Camping on pack ice, kayaking, exploring – Off The Beaten Track is an adventure like no other.
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- Regal Antarctica - Christmas in the Realm of Emperors and Kings
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  Promise yourself something completely different. Try Regal Antarctic: Christmas in the Realm of Emperors and Kings.
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- Ross Sea - in the wake of Shackleton & Scott
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  Take an intrepid, fascinating voyage across the Ross Sea – in the Wake of Shackleton and Scott.
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- Sea Explorer
  in Luxury Holidays - Arctic
  Take an astounding voyage to discover the Arctic, aboard a luxurious ship, aptly named Sea Explorer.
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- Antarctica 2016 - Celebrating Shackleton
  in Luxury Holidays - Antarctica
  (28 January - 20 February 2016)
  Explore the White Continent made famous by Shackleton on this in-depth escorted tour to Antarctica.
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Europe, Russia, & Central Asia
- Russia River Cruises
  in Luxury Holidays - Russia
  Cruise the rivers, canals and waterways of Russia. From the grand palaces of St Petersburg to the art and culture of Moscow, discover the splendour of this truly magnetic country.
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- Burgundy, Provence & Catalonia River Cruise
  in Luxury Holidays - France and Monaco
  Sleepy riverside villages, sparkling blue water, and the vibrant city of Barcelona. This river cruise explores a truly beautiful corner of Europe.
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- Special Offer
  Special Offer: Portugal’s River of Gold
  in Luxury Holidays - Portugal
  Explore the picturesque towns and traditional wineries in the heart of Portugal’s famous port making region.
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Indian Subcontinent
- Special Offer
  Assam Bengal Cruises on the Brahmaputra River
  in Luxury Holidays - India
  Drift past Hindu temples, visit pretty tea gardens, marvel at grand Fort...a river cruise on the Brahmaputra River in Assam or Bengal will open your eyes to the magic of India.
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- The Lotus Houseboat, Kerala
  in Luxury Holidays - India
  Cruise the backwaters of Kerala in complete comfort – gain an unusual perspective of rural Indian life.
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- The Discovery Houseboat
  in Luxury Holidays - India
  Take a personal voyage of Discovery through the enchanted backwaters of Kerala – on your own houseboat.
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North Africa & The Middle East
- Ultimate Egypt
  in Luxury Holidays - Egypt
  The rich tapestry of Egypt’s glorious past is explored in this comprehensive tour of the highlights from Abu Simbel to Luxor, Aswan to Cairo.
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- Special Offer
  Special Offer: The Oberoi Zahra 4-night Nile Cruise
  in Luxury Holidays - Egypt
  Get Oberoi standard luxury on a cruise along the Nile, with a 4-day cruise from Oberoi Nile Cruises.
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Southeast Asia
- Spirit of the Ayeyarwady
  in Luxury Holidays - Burma
  Explore the magical allure of Myanmar on a journey from Yangon to Bagan, including a seven-night cruise on the Ayeyarwady River.
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- Burma Cruises - Pandaw River Expeditions
  in Luxury Holidays - Burma
  Pandaw River Expeditions offer a varied schedule of river cruises on the Irrawaddy, aboard charming vessels that faithfully recreate the shallow draft paddle steamers of yesteryear.
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- Burma Cruises - Road to Mandalay
  in Luxury Holidays - Burma
  Cruising gently along the Irrawaddy River, The Road To Mandalay accesses the unique sights, scents and sounds of Burma in classic Orient-Express style and luxury.
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- Paukan Cruises
  in Luxury Holidays - Burma
  Experience the Ayeyarwaddy River and all that surrounds it, with an exclusive cruise from Paukan River Cruises.
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- Tiger Blue, Eastern Indonesia
  in Luxury Holidays - Indonesia
  Tiger Blue will take you on a voyage to some of the world’s ultimate dive destinations.
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- Alila Purnama, Indonesia
  in Luxury Holidays - Indonesia
  Alila Purnama is dedicated to diving – and voyaging to the unforgettable Komodo and Raja Ampat Islands.
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- Sanctuary Ananda, Burma
  in Luxury Holidays - Burma
  The new-for-2014 Sanctuary Ananda must be the ultimate way to explore Myanmar’s waterways, in complete luxury.
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- Special Offer
  Fantastic savings of over 25% on Belmond Road to Mandalay cruises
  in Luxury Holidays - Burma
  This laid back journey through Burma will take you to the must-see sights of Burma, including a beautiful cruise aboard the luxurious Belmond (Orient-Express) Road to Mandalay.
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- Durrell Cruise: An exotic wildlife voyage to Borneo, Bali & Beyond
  in Luxury Holidays - Indonesia
  (7 - 20 October 2014)
  Discover the true beauty of the unique Indonesian wildlife, with an escorted trip around the teaming archipelago's of Borneo, Bali and Komodo.
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South America
- Ultimate Ecuador
  in Luxury Holidays - Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
  The very best of Ecuador, from the country’s colonial legacy to the lush rainforests of the Amazon Basin, the majestic peaks of the Andean Cordillera and the remarkable natural world of the Galapagos Islands.
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- The Cormorant
  in Luxury Holidays - Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
  The Cormorant is a modern vessel with excellent facilities, meaning you can marvel at both of the beauty of the Galapagos, and the comfort of your accommodation.
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- Galapagos and The Beagle
  in Luxury Holidays - Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
  Explore the eastern and central islands of the archipelago onboard this beautiful yacht.
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- Peru and The Galapagos
  in Luxury Holidays - Peru
  A journey of discovery, combining the ancient Inca strongholds of Cusco and Machu Picchu with the extraordinary natural wonders of Darwin’s ‘enchanted isles’ - the Galapagos.
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- Ocean Spray Catamaran
  in Luxury Holidays - Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
  Modern in design, yet comfortable. The Ocean Spray truly is the Ultimate Galapagos experience.
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- M/V Aqua, Amazon Cruise
  in Luxury Holidays - Peru
  Reach the remote parts of the Amazon and simply cruise right up to its astonishing wildlife.
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- M/V Aria, Amazon Cruise
  in Luxury Holidays - Peru
  Wildlife, birdlife, on an Amazonian river cruise it often seems as if all life is here.
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- M/C Galapagos Seaman Journey
  in Luxury Holidays - Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
  Cruise around the mysteriously beautiful Galapagos Islands with the luxury of a boutique yacht.
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- M/Y Galapagos Grand Odyssey
  in Luxury Holidays - Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
  Admire the untouched scenery, thrilling wildlife and intense natural beauty of the Galapagos while enjoying the comfort and level of service provided by the Grand Odyssey.
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- The Spirit of the Anakonda, Amazon
  in Luxury Holidays - Ecuador & Galapagos Islands
  The fabulous ecosystem that is the Amazonian rainforest - revealed by Ecuador’s only luxury Amazon riverboat.
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Looking for travel ideas?

Here are our top picks:

SaraArctic & Antarctica expert

Ross Sea - in the wake of Shackleton & Scott

The quest for the Ross Sea defined the heroic age of Antarctic exploration, and this glorious period of history will be brought sharply into focus on this truly epic journey to the farthest reaches of the continent.

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LauraNorth Africa & The Middle East expert

Ultimate Egypt

A Nile cruise is always the focal part of any trip to Egypt, and this itinerary is no exception with five full days on the river. Travelling upstream from Aswan to Luxor, there is no better way to unlock the secrets of Egypt’s fabled past.

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RobSoutheast Asia expert

Burma Cruises - Road to Mandalay

There has never been a better time to visit Burma, and there is no finer way to experience the essence of the country than on an Irrawaddy River cruise aboard Orient Express’ Road to Mandalay.

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