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European & Mediterranean Cruises

Please note: While we specialize in Europe Packages, Special Group Tours can book your cruise vacation to ANY destination!

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Holland America Line has a long and proud history of delivering extraordinary vacation experiences, a tradition that began in the Netherlands more than 137 years ago. Today, cruises have a higher percentage of satisfied customers than any other travel experience.

Your mid-sized ship serves as your luxurious hotel, featuring spacious public spaces with fresh floral arrangements and multi-million dollar collections of art and antiques, award-winning restaurants and elegant staterooms—most with ocean views or private verandahs. Most meals and entertainment are included in your cruise fare, which makes a Holland America Line cruise the best vacation value.

Embark On A Journey That Stirs Your Soul…

Journey to Russian riches, Renaissance art, and Rotterdam daytripping. Soak in Celtic rhythms. Drink up Bordeaux wines. Look down deep into the well of human history in the Mediterranean, Black Sea and Holy Land. From the Arctic Circle to Portugal, from Gibraltar to Turkey, seven spectacular mid-sized ships give you a myriad of cruising choices.
We were born in Europe and we know this land -- from its sophisticated capitals to its remote gems. With Holland America Line European cruise vacations, your experience of Europe won't be just seen, but felt.

Onshore, long days in port and one-of-a-kind excursions give you access to events and sights experienced only by a few. On board, spacious accommodations, gourmet meals and a wealth of activities combine with timeless elegance, modern amenities, and intuitive service to round out your dream vacation.

Mediterranean Cruises
From the wonders of Croatia, Greece, Turkey, Spain, and Italy, to the beauty of the Black Sea and the French Riviera, our Mediterranean cruise vacations fascinate and delight.

Northern Europe Cruises
Cruise glacier-carved fjords, human-carved canals, the Baltic and North Seas and the English Channel as you explore the British Isles, Scandinavia, the Polar Icecap, Imperial Russia and historic Berlin.

Transatlantic Cruises

Our port-rich Transatlantic cruises showcase Holland America Line's itinerary expertise at its best. Unique, out-of-the-way ports, essential European sights, and relaxing days at sea extend your Europe cruise experience well beyond the ordinary.

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Princess caters to those seeking a complete escape from the stressful routine of daily life by being the consummate host in the world’s most beautiful settings. We offer a total experience — more unique itineraries, affordable private balconies, flexible mealtimes with Personal Choice Dining®, and the amenities and individual service of any luxury resort, thanks to the Big Ship Choice, Small Ship Feel^SM of our fleet. And last but not least, we have an unfailing devotion to providing Princess-caliber Service. Come aboard!

Princess Europe

It's the ancient land of legends and kings, where empires were built and destroyed. Dreams and ideas came to fruition here, on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel and in the grand halls of St. Petersburg. Today, the call of Europe is stronger than ever, with its brilliant mosaic of bygone eras and modern-day wonders.

Stand at the base of the temple of Poseidon and it's as if you were at the threshold of modern civilization. But look beyond the hilltops of Athens, to the intricate canals of Venice or the gothic cathedrals of Spain; gaze northward to the shores of Normandy or the cliffs of Edinburgh; reach for the great Viking waters of Norway or the virgin tundra of North Cape. Only then will you begin to comprehend the scope and history of this most wondrous continent. 

The Mediterranean & Greek Isles

From a cliff-side taverna overlooking the deep blue Aegean Sea to a gondola ride through Venice's canals, the unparalleled romance of this region speaks volumes. 

Scandinavia & Russia

For centuries it was the domain of rugged Vikings and regal Czars, now Scandinavia and Russia have some of the most spectacular sights Europe has to offer. 

British Isles & Northern Europe

The great cities and islands of the Old World have beckoned seafaring travelers for centuries to its shores — from world capitals to glacial wonders. 

Transatlantic

Combine the thrill of crossing the great ocean with exciting European destinations rich in history and unmatched in spectacle. 

Windstar Cruises - A Unique Concept In Cruising

Sailing under the banner of its appropriate tag line "180º From Ordinary," Windstar was created in the mid-1980's with the vision to offer an alternative to the typical cruise or resort vacation. The Windstar passenger sees the world from a romantic sailing ship with luxurious accommodations, a casual yet elegant atmosphere, and exquisite service and cuisine.

Windstar's ships are officially motor-sail-yachts (msy), but the designation belies the vessels' unique rigging. Unfurling in two minutes at the push of a button, billowing white sails reach to the sky. All functions are operated from the bridge by computer micro-chips and navigational devices. The unusual "open-bridge" operation allows guests to drop by and acquaint themselves with the veteran captains and officers who demonstrate the ships' intriguing capabilities to modern day explorers.

Windstar's unique concept of sailing has led the cruise industry in the luxury small ship, casual attire, and alternative dining arenas. Pioneering and refining these concepts has earned Windstar an excellent reputation and market niche, winning the allegiance of a new generation of contemporary cruise vacationers, one-third of whom are first-time cruisers.

Windstar Europe

It has been said that there is a third dimension to traveling: the longing for what is beyond. What lies behind the ancient walled city of Medina? What new surprise waits around the corner in Barcelona? What secrets lie within the fabled ruins of Pompeii? When you experience Europe with Windstar, the answers are revealed with each new moment. Slip into smaller ports such as Portofino and St. Florent to discover hidden wonders that are off-limits to other travelers. Watch a Corsican fisherman unload the fresh catch of the day. See a lace maker at work in medieval Dubrovnik. Soak up the sun on some of Europe’s most exclusive beaches, including Ibiza, St. Tropez, Sardinia and Mykonos. In Europe, what lies beyond is as vast and varied as your individual interests. Grab a cup of coffee, find your favorite spot on deck and wait, just wait, to see what unfurls.

Windstar Greek Isles

Athens, nothing compares to the view from above the city, looking out towards the blue Aegean, stands the Acropolis, and here lie the ruins of a culture 2,500 years old...Sailing into Bodrum is an experience like no other. White-washed and flower-bedecked Bodrum is one of the most charming cities and sophisticated resorts on the Aegean coast...Kusadasi is a town unrivaled, not far from the pier you'll come across Meryemana, the House of the Virgin Mary, said to be where St. John took the mother of Jesus after the crucifixion. From there you'll enjoy a panoramic view of Ephesus below...Mykonos is the enchanted island of folklore...Rhodes, called the island of roses, is mountainous, with beautiful beaches. On the plains, figs, wheat, and citrus fruits grow... Santorini is a spectacular sight, especially when approached by sea. Steep cliffs rise dramatically from deep azure waters. The capital of Fira is located 1,000 feet above our anchorage, accessible by donkey, cable car, or foot. The views from on top are unforgettable: stark white-washed buildings are scattered along the clifftop village; the sea stretches outward from black volcanic sands...Byzantium, Constantinople, Istanbul... The city has worn many names over the centuries, and its rich mix of cultures and history is present everywhere.

Tours Combining Time in Athens and/or Istanbul with Greek Island Cruise

Tours include flights, hotels, transfers, transportation, meals and sightseeing provided by Gate 1 Travel and Louis Hellenic Cruise Lines.

Sample Greece & Turkey Land-Cruise Packages with Gate 1 (contact us for availability and a rate quote please)

7 Day Athenian with 3 Day Cruise (2 Athens, 3 Cruise)

8 Day Athenian with 4 Day Cruise (2 Athens, 4 Cruise)

9 Day Classical Greece with 7 Day easyCruise (7 Cruise)

10 Day Affordable Greece with Istanbul (3 Athens, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka, 3 Istanbul)

11 Day Athenian with 3 Day Cruise (3 Athens, 3 Cruise, 1 Olympia, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka)

11 Day Classical Greece with 7 Day easyCruise (7 Cruise, 2 Athens)

12 Day Athenian with 4 Day Cruise (3 Athens, 4 Cruise, 1 Olympia, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka)

12 Day Turkey & Greek Islands with 6 Day Cruise (2 Istanbul, 6 Cruise, 2 Athens)

13 Day Turkey & Greek Islands with 6 Day Cruise (6 Cruise, 1 Olympia, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka, 2 Athens)

14 Day Turkey & Greek Islands with 6 Day Cruise (1 Istanbul, 6 Cruise, 1 Olympia, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka, 2 Athens)

15 Day Turkey & Greek Islands with 7 Day Cruise (1 Athens, 7 Cruise, 4 Olympia, 1 Olympia, 1 Delphi, 1 Kalambaka, 2 Athens)