- Iceland
- Greenland
- Arctic
- Europe
- Duration
- 8 Days
- Dates
- Jun, Jul, Aug
- Starting from
- $7,400 per person
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Europe's most enduring stories are often found beyond its best-known landmarks. Aboard a small expedition ship, National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions reveals both the continent's iconic sites and its lesser-known shores, sailing from rugged island archipelagos and remote coastal communities to historic landscapes where centuries of history remain woven into everyday life.
Explore the soaring basalt columns of Fingal's Cave by Zodiac, walk a stretch of the storied Camino de Santiago or discover the stories, music and traditions that connect the Celtic world alongside our own ethnomusicologist. Along the way, you'll meet the people who continue to shape Europe's enduring traditions—from Shetland's Norse historians and Breton oyster farmers to Faroese villagers and members of Cobh's hurling club. Through these rich local perspectives, each voyage reveals the histories, cultures and enduring connections that unite Europe's diverse coastlines.
“When you arrive at climactic points along the way, you'll get there by the grandest of front doors—the sea. This is how people through history came and went, and consequently, Europe’s ports are hubs of vibrance and in many cases, remarkable beauty.”
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Constructed in 2025, Connect is a brand-new, state-of-the-art European river ship.
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An authentic expedition ship, purpose-built for exploring the South Pacific, Asia, the Mediterranean, and beyond.
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The most advanced ice-class expedition ship afloat, offering unprecedented access to polar regions.
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An authentic expedition ship, purpose-engineered for blue water and polar exploration
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The second of two new polar builds, the National Geographic Resolution is named to honor the second voyage of the legendary Captain James Cook.
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Sea Cloud II is an alluring sailing vessel perfectly suited to travel the scenic shores of the Mediterranean, exploring little-seen archipelagos and anchoring in small coves.
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Lord of the Glens was built for one purpose—to fit through the network of locks and canals that cut through the heart of the Scottish highlands.
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CABINS 60
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Discover Europe aboard an expertly crafted river ship rooted in sustainable design.
Every member of the expedition team—from your cultural specialists and photographers to your expedition leaders—is committed to ensuring you have an unforgettable experience. Many are veteran and locally based guides chosen for their extensive knowledge of subjects like archaeology and history. Exploring in small groups, you’ll hear different perspectives each day of your voyage, and because there are no assigned groups you can gravitate toward the experts who share your interests and inspire your curiosity.
Your knowledgeable and passionate expedition team is complemented by your dedicated hotel team who strives to ensure that your time on board is as comfortable and rewarding as your time on shore.
Embark on an Expertly Crafted Small Ship European Adventure
Explorers have long found inspiration on the shorelines of Europe, from the Vikings who launched their longships from Norwegian fjords to the navigators who set sail from Portugal’s golden sands. Today, coastal Europe still holds the promise of discovery for expedition travelers.
Puffins are the star of Staffa Island, but they’re not the only thing that makes this destination so special. Experience towering basalt columns formed over hundreds of thousands of years, and venture inside the famed Fingal’s Cave on an unforgettable Zodiac cruise. Naturalist Jim Wilson expounds on the geologic marvels and fascinating wildlife of this idyllic, uninhabited island off the coast of Scotland.
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