Cruises for history lovers

by Simon Carter

Acropolis Hill, Athens

Part of the charm of each destination you cruise through is getting to learn more about how their unique culture was shaped, how their traditions were formed, and how their history has impacted the present-day landscape.

If the past fascinates you as much as it fascinates us, then these itineraries are sure to pique your interest.

Porta Nigra, Trier

Legendary Rhine & Moselle

Exploring the locations that line the banks of the Rhine and Moselle rivers is like traversing the pages of a fairy tale.

Istanbul, Turkey

Vibrant Greece & Turkey

Widely considered to be the epicentre of the western world, Greece has more history than you could ever hope to explore.

Douro Valley, Portugal

Secrets of the Douro

The Douro River was integral to the ancient settlers of the Iberian Peninsula, providing protection, a means of travel, and a much-needed water resource.

Saint Barthélemy

Hidden Charms of the Caribbean

With many former colonies of the US, British, French, and Dutch (among others), hopping from island to island, you’ll see how each of these nations shaped the culture of the Caribbean and how each island has since forged its own identity.

Angkor Wat, Cambodia

Wonders of Vietnam, Cambodia & the Mekong

Southeast Asia’s past is as tumultuous as it is fascinating, having fallen under Chinese empirical and French colonial rule, as well as surviving the Vietnamese-US war.

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