Celebrate the holiday season as you immerse yourself in French, German and Czech traditions. Spend time in chic Paris and sample tasty yuletide dishes. Explore Christmas markets in quaint German towns and enjoy the scent of spiced gingerbread and glühwein as they fill the air amid colorful stalls. Visit castles and cathedrals that are adorned with festive displays. Revel in the merry atmosphere as you sail along Europe’s iconic rivers.

From Copenhagen's friendly welcome, we whisk you to the artistic island charms of Rønne and Gothenburg's scenic canals, markets and leafy boulevards.

Explore all the riches that Scotland and its islands have to offer by sea, as you sail to the Orkneys and Shetlands, and the isles Mull, Skye, Lewis and more on a cruise between Glasgow and Edinburgh aboard a Ponant Explorer-Class ship, featuring private early-opening visits to the Palace of Holyroodhouse, a sea safari, and more.

Combine Parisian glamour with Roman history, Provençal streets and Riviera sparkle on Wonderful France. Explore the Latin Quarter, stroll around Pont du Gard, uncover Lyon and Avignon, then cruise across the Côte d’Azur to Saint-Tropez before soaking up Monaco’s royal views.

On this roundtrip from Dublin, Waterford crystal catches the light and Blarney Castle grants you the legendary gift of the gab. You'll feel the breeze along the Ring of Kerry, peer over the dramatic Cliffs of Moher and uncover the haunting history of the Irish famine.

10 Days, featuring: Lucerne

Explore coastal gems and take in magnificent sights on this epic voyage that combines Iconic Western Mediterranean; Italian Sojourn; Venice, the Adriatic & Greece; and Ancient Mediterranean Treasures. Visit bustling ports and humble hamlets, and sail around Italy’s boot as you trace majestic shores and experience a wealth of timeless treasures. Overnights in Barcelona, Florence/Pisa, Venice, Athens and Istanbul allow for a rich cultural immersion.