Small Ship Cruises
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Small ship cruises range from true sailing adventures aboard fully rigged tall ships to opulent outings on some of the world’s most luxurious yachts. They offer superb dining, usually with a local twist, along with excellent shore excursion and educational programmes tailored to the destinations you’ll be exploring.
So, if you dream of getting up close and personal with the wildlife of the Galápagos, swimming among pristine coral reefs in Indonesia, or exploring hidden coves in the Caribbean away from the crowds, then a small ship cruise holiday could be the perfect choice for you.
Our expert cruise consultants will offer impartial advice when choosing the ideal small ship cruise itinerary and best cruise lines for your holiday. Whether you’re looking for a bucket list cruise to Alaska, the Mediterranean or further afield to Asia and beyond – they are the perfect people to ask.
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OUR SMALL SHIP CRUISE HOLIDAYS
Here's a snapshot of some our most popular small ship cruises. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, give us a call and speak to one of our expert cruise consultants.
Picture Perfect Pacific Islands
18 days / 17 nights
Guide Price: €11,579 pp
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Enchanting Greek Isles
10 days / 9 nights
Guide Price: €3,799 pp
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Iberia, The Canaries & Morocco
15 days / 14 nights
Guide Price: €8,849 pp
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Norway in Depth from Dublin
14 days / 13 nights
Guide Price: €2,949 pp
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Luxury Barbados & Caribbean Cruise
17 days / 16 nights
Guide Price: €7,579 pp
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Fabulous French Polynesia & the Cook Islands
20 days / 19 nights
Guide Price: €11,449 pp
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Sacred Temples & Serene Shores
18 days / 17 nights
Guide Price: €8,979 pp
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Sydney to Bali
26 days / 25 nights
Guide Price: €7,299 pp
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Jewels of Raja Ampat
10 days / 9 nights
Guide Price: €7,855 pp
VIEW MORE ❯OUR SMALL SHIP CRUISE PARTNERS
Each of our cruise partners share our philosophy of delivering exceptional service at the best value, making sure you’re in safe hands as you travel. Please see our top cruise partners for small ship cruise holidays below and click on the tiles to learn more.
WHY CHOOSE A SMALL SHIP CRUISE?
Off the Beaten Track
Small ship cruise holidays take you to lesser visited ports, visiting quieter bays and coves. The smaller ship size means that you can explore off the beaten track places in exotic destinations, gaining a more authentic experience away from the usual tourist trail.
Life Onboard
Small ship cruises offer a more relaxed environment onboard. Enjoy a quiet morning coffee and take in the incredible views. With fewer passengers you will enjoy getting to know your fellow travellers, with the opportunity of forming friendships to last a lifetime.
Intimate Shore Excursions
With fewer passengers, small ship shore excursions are able to offer a more intimate experience focusing on your chosen destination. Uncover secrets landmarks and hidden gems, meet local people and see the sights without the crowds as you explore more of the world on a small ship cruise.
SMALL SHIP CRUISE DEALS & SPECIAL OFFERS
For more information on any of these deals, give us a call and speak to one of our expert cruise consultants.
Top Tips From Our Travel Experts
Naomi
Our Viking cruise oozed scandic charm. The included activity at each port offered an essence of the destination and was orientated around the purpose of the itinerary - ours was particularly aimed at archaeology and history. I would highly recommend cruising with Viking if you are looking for a more intimate cruise experience.
Guy
Sailing out of Venice lagoon on a tall ship as the sun set was the best sail away, and in fact one of most memorable travel experiences I've ever had! Being able to get into the smaller ports also meant we got to see a much less touristy side of Croatia. If you stop in Montenegro, I highly recommend the kayaking excursion in the Bay of Kotor; this was a great way to see such a beautiful part of the world.
James
We had a fantastic time travelling on a square-rigged barquentine with Star Clippers. The majority of time the ship was under sails with the opportunity to try things first hand, such as hauling the sails, steering the ship or even climbing the rigging. This was a great experience - one I would highly recommend.
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