8 cruise lines offering expedition cruises. Reset
Design-led contemporary cruising on mostly large ships, suited to travelers who want polished dining, live music and a calmer atmosphere than water-park-style megaships.
Small luxury and expedition ships operated in German and English, suited to travelers who want low guest counts on classic voyages or polar and Amazon expeditions.
Small-ship polar expeditions to Antarctica and the Arctic built around Zodiac landings and optional active excursions, suited to travelers who prioritize wildlife and landscape over shipboard luxury.
Small-ship polar expeditions focused on Zodiac landings and time ashore in Antarctica and the Arctic, for travelers prioritizing wildlife and landscapes over onboard amenities.
Scenic runs river cruises in Europe and Southeast Asia and small ocean ships, with drinks, excursions and butler service included, suiting travelers who prefer few onboard bills.
Seabourn sails small ocean ships and purpose-built expedition ships with drinks, all dining venues and tips included, suiting travelers who want an uncrowded setting and few onboard bills.
Silversea runs small-to-midsize luxury ships and dedicated expedition vessels with butler-serviced suites and drinks included, suiting travelers who want attentive service and regional dining without large-ship crowds.
Destination-heavy ocean voyages on mid-size ships with daily lectures and a tour in each port, for curious travelers who prefer quiet evenings to casinos and production shows.
