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Nights: 8
Dates: Aug 15, 2025 through Aug 23, 2025
Get active with your teens through beautiful Northern Vietnam. With long, gorgeous bike rides, guided walking tours, kayaking expeditions and a night on a traditional boat in Ha Long Bay, this trip is bound to get the blood pumping (and the family bonding). Starting in Hanoi, you’ll cycle through the city, sit down to lunch at a social enterprise focusing on disadvantaged youth and explore the delicious local cuisine. Savour the fresh air in the countryside on a two-day ride from Luong Song to stunning Ninh Binh, cruise the waters of Vietnam’s favourite UNESCO-listed bay by kayak and explore Hoi An’s Old Town and its surroundings by bike and foot.
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$1,207.00
(USD)
Per Person
Nights: 8
Dates: Aug 21, 2025 through Aug 29, 2025
Travel to Borneo on this nine-day family adventure and discover the curious wildlife and spectacular landscapes of the region. Learn how orphaned orangutans are rehabilitated back into the wild, swim with colourful fish, watch baby green turtles take wobbly steps towards the waterfront and relax on sandy beaches. Along the way, you'll make friends, try some delicious cuisine and forge some incredible memories. With all the essentials included and plenty of free time to explore at your own pace, you and your family will fall in love with the unique animals, lush ecosystem and sandy islands of Borneo.
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$1,448.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Apr 12, 2027 on the Explora III
Nights: 9
Dates: Apr 12, 2027 through Apr 22, 2027
Ship: Explora III
From charismatic Miami, set sail on an extraordinary exploration of natural and modern wonders. Take in the pretty coves of Port Antonio and bask in Willemstad's European-Caribbean fusion and glorious beaches. In Oranjestad, absorb the wild beauty of rugged landscapes.
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$6,160.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,160.00
Cat: OT2
$684.44/Night
Dates: Jul 01, 2025 through Dec 15, 2025
Exclusive $100 resort credit + $50 cabana credit
Departing on Sep 08, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Sep 08, 2025 through Sep 15, 2025
Ship: Explora II
from
$5,985.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,985.00
Cat: OT1
$855.00/Night
Nights: 7
Dates: Sep 20, 2025 through Sep 27, 2025
Although Indonesia’s perfect island getaway is often pondered as a land of beaches and sunbaking, it may come as a surprise that there’s another side of Bali as exhilarating as the other side is relaxing. Take the family into the ricefields and over the rapids near Ubud, pedal on an exhilarating bike ride past rural villages, kick back on the beaches at Amed then head to Sanur for a taste of the upmarket holiday life on an island holiday with all the trimmings.
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$1,400.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jun 10, 2026 on the MS Inspire
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 10, 2026 through Jun 17, 2026
Ship: MS Inspire
Create cherished memories on our unforgettable family riverboat cruise along the Rhine River between Basel and Amsterdam visiting Switzerland, France, Germany and The Netherlands.
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$5,890.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Oct 29, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 11
Dates: Oct 29, 2026 through Nov 09, 2026
Ship: Explora II
from
$7,050.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$7,050.00
Cat: OT1
$640.91/Night
Departing on Dec 21, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Dec 21, 2026 through Dec 28, 2026
Ship: Explora II
from
$4,095.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,095.00
Cat: OT1
$585.00/Night
Departing on Jul 28, 2026 on the Ovation of the Seas
Nights: 10
Dates: Jul 28, 2026 through Aug 07, 2026
from
$2,585.61
(USD)
Per Person
Inside
$2,585.61
Cat: ZI
$258.56/Night
Outside
$3,046.11
Cat: YO
$304.61/Night
Balcony
$3,093.11
Cat: XB
$309.31/Night
Departing on Sep 28, 2026 on the Explora III
Nights: 9
Dates: Sep 28, 2026 through Oct 07, 2026
Ship: Explora III
Begin in Quebec City, where centuries-old architecture sets the tone for our voyage through North America's coastal treasures. Sail to the scenic Saguenay Fjord at La Baie, then on to Charlottetown's enchanting and colourful coastline. On Cape Breton Island, Sydney invites us to its Celtic spirit, then Halifax dazzles with its lively waterfronts. Cross into the U.S. for a memorable first-time arrival in the elegant town of Newport before reaching the electric energy and iconic landmarks of New York City.
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$7,505.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$7,505.00
Cat: OT1
$833.89/Night
Departing on Oct 02, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 6
Dates: Oct 02, 2025 through Oct 08, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Under-the-radar Paphos strut with peacock-blue waters. In Kusadasi, we walk in Cleopatra's steps and pay homage to the Roman ruins of Ephesus. Follow Mytilene's cosy cobbled lanes and ponder where the poet and muse Sappho loved and sang; where Odysseus paused; and Homer's Iliad stormed.
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$3,845.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$3,845.00
Cat: OT1
$640.83/Night
Departing on Nov 02, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 9
Dates: Nov 02, 2025 through Nov 11, 2025
Ship: Explora II
from
$5,355.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,355.00
Cat: OT1
$595.00/Night
Departing on Jan 03, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 16
Dates: Jan 03, 2026 through Jan 19, 2026
Ship: Explora I
from
$8,415.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$8,415.00
Cat: OT2
$525.94/Night
Departing on Feb 24, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Feb 24, 2026 through Mar 03, 2026
Ship: Explora II
from
$3,895.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$3,895.00
Cat: OT1
$556.43/Night
Departing on Sep 07, 2026 on the Explora III
Nights: 30
Dates: Sep 07, 2026 through Oct 07, 2026
Ship: Explora III
Chart a course along irresistible shores on an Atlantic odyssey from musical Hamburg to historic England, unspoilt Ireland and the Viking echoes of Scotland. Admire the Icelandic allure of Seyðisfjörður, Akureyri, Reykjavik and Isafjordur before exploring Greenland's remote wonders, then cross to Canadian delights, starting at Corner Brook, then stopping at Quebec and Nova Scotia's most charming coastal towns. Majestic Newport leads to your grand finale in the dazzling skyline of New York City.
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$25,245.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$25,245.00
Cat: OT1
$841.50/Night
Departing on Apr 12, 2027 on the Explora I
Nights: 11
Dates: Apr 12, 2027 through Apr 23, 2027
Ship: Explora I
Surrender to the allure of Atlantic horizons and spectacular shorelines. Depart from vibrant Barcelona and sail to the bustling souks of Casablanca and Agadir's golden coast.
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$6,020.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,020.00
Cat: OT1
$547.27/Night
Departing on Aug 02, 2027 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 02, 2027 through Aug 09, 2027
Ship: Explora II
Sail from Venice's romantic canals to the hillside charm of Rovinj and Split's coastal beauty. Glide through the hypnotic waters of Kotor and explore historic architecture and Mediterranean cuisine.
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$4,670.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,670.00
Cat: OT1
$667.14/Night
Departing on Apr 02, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Apr 02, 2026 through Apr 09, 2026
Ship: Explora II
from
$3,485.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$3,485.00
Cat: OT1
$497.86/Night
Departing on Jul 09, 2025 on the MS Grace
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 09, 2025 through Jul 16, 2025
Ship: MS Grace
Create cherished memories on our unforgettable family riverboat cruise along the Rhine River between Basel and Amsterdam visiting Switzerland, France, Germany and The Netherlands.
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$5,690.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Feb 05, 2027 on the Explora I
Nights: 12
Dates: Feb 05, 2027 through Feb 17, 2027
Ship: Explora I
from
$8,290.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$8,290.00
Cat: OT2
$690.83/Night
Dates: Jul 01, 2025 through Dec 12, 2025
Book an Ambassador Suite Ocean View for the price of an Ambassador Pool Suite Ocean View.
Departing on Dec 21, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 16
Dates: Dec 21, 2025 through Jan 06, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Capture the party spirit with the joyful ring of steel drums from bustling Bridgetown to Tobago's colourful markets. Explore the delights of Martinique with its blend of French and Caribbean culture. We spend Christmas revelling in the sunny climes of Sint Maarten, then welcome the New Year admiring San Juan's glorious firework display before sailing to the British Virgin Islands and beyond, taking in the splendours of Guadeloupe, Martinique and St Kitts.
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$10,320.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$10,320.00
Cat: OT3
$645.00/Night
Ecuador Family Journey: Volcanoes and the Amazon National Geographic Family Journeys
Nights: 8
Dates: Dec 20, 2025 through Dec 28, 2025
Delve into the fascinating and diverse environments of Ecuador-from the thriving jungles of the Amazon to its deep indigenous heritage-as you embark on an amazing journey with your family. Set off on wildlife walks through the rainforest, searching for local plants and animals that live beneath the dense canopy during a 3-night stay in a jungle lodge. Discover the history of chocolate and learn about the importance of water to the region on a private tour at the Yaku Museum. With plenty of in...
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$4,799.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Mar 26, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Mar 26, 2026 through Apr 02, 2026
Ship: Explora II
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$4,130.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,130.00
Cat: OT2
$590.00/Night
Wonders of the Canadian Rockies Tauck Bridges Family Travel
Nights: 6
Dates: Jun 06, 2026 through Jun 12, 2026
Get set for real adventure and outdoor fun as your family explores western Canada's amazing mountains, with inside the park stays in Banff and Jasper national parks and family whitewater rafting!
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$6,690.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jan 11, 2027 on the Explora I
Nights: 9
Dates: Jan 11, 2027 through Jan 20, 2027
Ship: Explora I
Experience sounds, sights and tastes of Miami, then explore the pirate history of San Andrés, with its patchwork coconut groves and rocky beauty. After jungle adventures in Puerto Limon, relax in the lush tropical surroundings of Gatun Lake and marvel at man-made wonder of the Panama Canal.
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$4,950.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,950.00
Cat: OT1
$550.00/Night
Departing on Aug 23, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 23, 2025 through Aug 29, 2025
Ship: Explora I
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$3,995.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$3,995.00
Cat: OT2
$570.71/Night
Departing on Jun 07, 2027 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 07, 2027 through Jun 14, 2027
Ship: Explora II
In Athens, cradle of philosophy and architectural wonders, we begin our exploration. Sail to the pine-fringed beaches and charming harbours of Skiathos, then stroll in the footsteps of ancients at Ephesus in Kusadasi.
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$4,665.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,665.00
Cat: OT1
$666.43/Night
Departing on Mar 14, 2027 on the Explora III
Nights: 7
Dates: Mar 14, 2027 through Mar 21, 2027
Ship: Explora III
Miami's cosmopolitan charms launch our journey into tropical mystique and coastal enchantment. Relax in elegant luxury on the gentle waves as we drift into Providenciales to be welcomed by expansive paradise beaches.
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$4,095.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,095.00
Cat: OT1
$585.00/Night
Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests Tauck Bridges Family Travel
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 07, 2026 through Jun 14, 2026
From the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean, Tauck Bridges introduces your family to the amazing biodiversity of Costa Rica's beach, rainforest and jungle on this family vacation!
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$4,890.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Aug 03, 2026 on the Explora III
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 03, 2026 through Aug 10, 2026
Ship: Explora III
from
$6,950.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,950.00
Cat: OT1
$992.86/Night
Departing on Nov 12, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 5
Dates: Nov 12, 2025 through Nov 17, 2025
Ship: Explora I
from
$4,120.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,120.00
Cat: PP
$824.00/Night
Departing on Dec 12, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 9
Dates: Dec 12, 2025 through Dec 21, 2025
Ship: Explora I
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$3,975.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$3,975.00
Cat: OT1
$441.67/Night
Departing on Dec 02, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 19
Dates: Dec 02, 2025 through Dec 21, 2025
Ship: Explora I
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$8,810.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$8,810.00
Cat: OT2
$463.68/Night
Departing on Feb 28, 2027 on the Explora II
Nights: 9
Dates: Feb 28, 2027 through Mar 09, 2027
Ship: Explora II
from
$5,280.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,280.00
Cat: OT1
$586.67/Night
Departing on Jun 15, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 15, 2026 through Jun 22, 2026
Ship: Explora II
from
$5,240.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,240.00
Cat: OT1
$748.57/Night
Departing on Dec 29, 2026 on the MS Savor
Nights: 7
Dates: Dec 29, 2026 through Jan 05, 2027
Ship: MS Savor
Make the holidays even more magical for your family aboard our family river cruise departing December 23 (eastbound, from Munich) aboard ms Joy or ms Savor... a weeklong celebration filled with European holiday festivities both onboard and ashore, sure to delight both the young and the young at heart.
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$4,990.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on May 10, 2027 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: May 10, 2027 through May 17, 2027
Ship: Explora II
Begin your adventure among the iconic landmarks and ancient echoes of Athens. Journey to the scenic shores of Nafplio to explore the cobblestone streets of the medieval old town, then sail to the idyllic coastline of Paros and fragrant pine forests of Skiathos.
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$4,380.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,380.00
Cat: OT1
$625.71/Night
Nights: 11
Dates: Aug 09, 2025 through Aug 20, 2025
Take your family on a memorable adventure through China and see the many sides of this colourful, cultural and naturally beautiful nation. The perfect blending of the familiar and the novel, on this 12-day tour you and your family will marvel at the incredible Great Wall of China and Terracotta Warriors, get lost in the quiet beauty of Yangshuo and be dazzled by the colourful markets and nightlife of the big cities. Boasting some of the grandest urban metropolises and most delicious cuisine in the world, China is an ideal destination for the whole family.
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$2,233.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Mar 21, 2027 on the Explora III
Nights: 8
Dates: Mar 21, 2027 through Mar 29, 2027
Ship: Explora III
Sail from the Bajan rhythms of Bridgetown to St George’s gorgeous harbour and spice-scented markets. In Castries, marvel at the divide between the wild Atlantic and the calm Caribbean, hike up the majestic Pitons and unwind in St Lucia’s tranquillity. We drift onwards to embrace Creole and French heritage in Saint-Pierre, then rest in the aquamarine paradise of Gustavia.
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$4,700.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,700.00
Cat: OT1
$587.50/Night
Costa Rica: Jungles & Rainforests Tauck Bridges Family Travel
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 08, 2025 through Jul 15, 2025
From the Caribbean Sea to the Pacific Ocean, Tauck Bridges introduces your family to the amazing biodiversity of Costa Rica's beach, rainforest and jungle on this family vacation!
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$4,690.00
(USD)
Per Person
Nights: 8
Dates: Jul 13, 2025 through Jul 21, 2025
Nothing brings learning to life like real-world experience. This week-long trip’s engaging lesson plan gives kids an education in biology and ecology that can never be found in a textbook. Here, spend the days (and nights!) studying the flora and fauna that inhabit the cloud forest and Manuel Antonio National Park. Elsewhere, get in touch with the land by rappelling, rafting, swimming, horseback-riding, and even surfing all over it. Science + gym? You do the math.
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$1,679.20
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Nov 17, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 15
Dates: Nov 17, 2025 through Dec 02, 2025
Ship: Explora I
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$7,400.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$7,400.00
Cat: OT2
$493.33/Night
Departing on May 13, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: May 13, 2026 through May 20, 2026
Ship: Explora I
We begin in Rome, where ancient architecture meets modern metropolis. Next, let Sorrento's siren song draw you to its Vesuvian sites and Amalfi hikes. Immerse yourself in Sicilian charm in Palermo and travel through time in Tunis, where whitewashed buildings and labyrinthine souks await. Feel the vibrant island vibes of Ibiza then melt your troubles away on the turquoise shores of Mahón. Finally, we breathe in the bohemian heart of Catalan in magnificent Barcelona.
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$5,225.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,225.00
Cat: OT1
$746.43/Night
Departing on Jul 21, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 21
Dates: Jul 21, 2025 through Aug 11, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Capture the drama of a Mediterranean adventure, from the clifftop scenery of Sorrento to the setting of Much Ado About Nothing in Messina, and onwards to dreamy Sardinia and Menorca. Add Barcelona's arty atmosphere and chic summer vibes along the Balearics and Cote d'Azur to medieval surprises in Genoa and the elegance of Portofino and Monte Argentario. From historic Rome and Naples, loop back through the azure waters, admiring Mediterranean islands, to the rich heritage of Tunis and the Spanish spirit of Barcelona.
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$39,690.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$39,690.00
Cat: RR
$1,890.00/Night
Departing on Jul 27, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 27, 2026 through Aug 03, 2026
Ship: Explora II
from
$4,610.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,610.00
Cat: OT1
$658.57/Night
Departing on Oct 27, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 16
Dates: Oct 27, 2025 through Nov 12, 2025
Ship: Explora I
from
$6,345.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,345.00
Cat: OT1
$396.56/Night
Departing on Jan 20, 2027 on the Explora I
Nights: 9
Dates: Jan 20, 2027 through Jan 29, 2027
Ship: Explora I
Set sail from Miami to Porto Antonio's scenic mountains and winding, spice-scented streets. Enjoy opulent onboard pampering before we reach the gateway to a Mayan empire at Santo Tomás de Castilla, a city of towering temples and buzzing markets. Venture through the mangrove forests and eco-parks of spellbinding Roatán, then glide through the Belize Barrier Reef.
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$4,950.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,950.00
Cat: OT1
$550.00/Night