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Special Interest - Culinary and Cooking

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Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Join a Russian chef in her home's kitchen for a true culinary learning experience (via private transport). This unique Moscow tour is a fun way to expand your recipes by preparing iconic Russian dishes.
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$139.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Feb 28, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Feb 28, 2025 through Mar 07, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
San Juan, Gustavia, St. John's (Antigua), Basseterre, Spanish Town (Virgin Gorda), Miami
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$4,080.00
(USD)
Per Person
Nights: 20
Dates: Jun 07, 2025 through Jun 27, 2025
Location(s):
Ljubljana, Bled - Smartno, Motovun, Plitvice National Park - Rakovica, Zadar, Split, Split / Brac, Korcula, Dubrovnik, Kotor...
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$7,095.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Sip organic wine on an ancient volcano followed by a 3-course lunch with this tour of a beautiful family vineyard on the slopes of Mount Vesuvius.
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$119.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jul 14, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 21
Dates: Jul 14, 2025 through Aug 04, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Saint-Tropez, Montecarlo, Ajaccio (Corsica), Porto Cervo (Sardinia), Livorno (Florence), Rome (Civitavecchia), Sorrento, Messina (Sicily), Sardinia/Cagliari...
As dawn lights the bustling city of Barcelona, we set sail to retrace the steps of Grace Kelly through glittering Monte Carlo and Cote d'Azur panache. Explore the rugged coast of Corsica, relax on the golden beaches of Sardinia and admire the rocky cliffs of Sicily.
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$12,240.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Dec 22, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 14
Dates: Dec 22, 2025 through Jan 05, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Miami, Ocean Cay, Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas), Spanish Town (Virgin Gorda), Marigot, San Juan, Road Bay, New Year Fireworks SJU, Saint John/Cruz Bay, New Year Fireworks SJU...
Season's greetings harmonise with warm island paradise and stress-free strolls on beaches of shimmering white sand. Relish sun-kissed relaxation aboard EXPLORA II as you gracefully traverse the turquoise waves. At Ocean Cay Marine Reserve, indulge in seaside massages and, in St Martin, sip delicious cocktails. Welcome the New Year with firework-bright Puerto Rico skies and weave through glorious island views to Florida's golden shores.
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$8,710.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Come on board and see Boston from the deck of a tour boat. Enjoy a cruise around the historic Boston Harbor while dining on delicious cuisine.
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$69.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
This private Provencal market visit and cooking class excursion is a delicious way to learn more about the region and its cuisine.
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$371.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Create a Florida signature Key Lime pie from scratch, shop along Lazy Way Lane, and more on this culinary adventure in Key West.
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$127.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Aug 18, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 18, 2025 through Aug 25, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Sorrento, Palermo (Sicily), Sardinia/Cagliari, Alghero (Sardinia), Mahón (Menorca), Barcelona
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$4,280.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Apr 14, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 4
Dates: Apr 14, 2025 through Apr 18, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Lisbon, Cartagena, Valencia, Barcelona
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$2,100.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on May 15, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 9
Dates: May 15, 2025 through May 24, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Fusina (Venice), Rovinj, Ancona, Bari, KOTOR, Chania, Crete, Marmaris, Samos, Piraeus (Athens)
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$6,110.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Sep 21, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Sep 21, 2026 through Sep 28, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Fusina (Venice), Rovinj, Dubrovnik, Brindisi, KOTOR, Santorini, Piraeus (Athens)
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$4,975.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Enjoy a hands-on experience and learn to make a variety of authentic salsas including the world-famous guacamole, the classic "Pico de Gallo" and more. Then, participate in an exciting and fun salsa dance lesson that will fill your day with lasting memories! Finally, enjoy the beach, sun, and sand at Playa Mia.
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$99.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Sep 12, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 14
Dates: Sep 12, 2025 through Sep 26, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Monemvasia, Mykonos, Patmos, Volos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul, Santorini, Rhodes, Bodrum...
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$9,000.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Sep 26, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 12
Dates: Sep 26, 2025 through Oct 08, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Skíathos, Mykonos, Patmos, Agios Nikolaos (Crete), Marmaris, Antalya, Paphos, Kusadasi, Mytilene (Lesbos)...
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$6,510.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Aug 23, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 23, 2025 through Aug 29, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Istanbul, Syros (Syra), Bodrum, Rhodes, Paros, Piraeus (Athens)
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$3,995.00
(USD)
Per Person
Nights: 8
Dates: Aug 09, 2025 through Aug 17, 2025
Location(s):
Welcome to the Eternal City of Rome, Rome with the locals Relaxed Start, The Vatican and Florence, The Cinque Terre and Italian Riviera, Across the Alps to Lucerne, Lucerne’s Lakes, Mountains and Lion, Sights and delights of Paris, The Food and Flavors of Paris, Au Revoir Paris
Take your taste buds on the Flavors of Europe guided tour as you experience hand picked menus from Rome to Paris. Explore Michelangelo's epic Sistine Chapel on your tour of the Vatican City, with fast-track access. See Florence through the eyes of your Local Expert and marvel at the green marble of the Duomo, before a boat whisks you to the crown jewel of the Italian Riviera, Cinque Terre. Enjoy the epic scenery of the Italian Lake District before adventuring through the snow-capped Swiss Alps to the lush surrounds of Lake Lucerne. Paris rounds out the vacation with a celebratory dinner exploring the flavors of Europe.
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$4,675.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Mar 24, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 25
Dates: Mar 24, 2025 through Apr 18, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Miami, Santo Tomas, Roatan Island, Belize City, Cozumel, Costa Maya, Miami, King's Wharf, Horta, Ponta Delgada (São Miguel)...
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$11,280.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Nov 02, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 9
Dates: Nov 02, 2025 through Nov 11, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Tangier, Lisbon, Málaga, Spain, Valencia, Barcelona
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$4,640.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jan 14, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Jan 14, 2025 through Jan 21, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Miami, Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas), Gustavia, Pointe-à-Pitre, Marigot, San Juan
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$6,840.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
This fun adventure takes you around Ensenada and gives you the chance to sample tequilas plus much more as you tour the city in a Tuk Tuk.
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$79.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
This very special private tour option will allow you to enjoy traditional Fijian food and participate in a Kava ceremony during this culture and cuisine tour.
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$77.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Once you have seen the museums and checked those off your must-do list, it's time to unwind and relax with a vodka-tasting and then a canal boat tour that will become a perfect ending for the day.
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$169.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on May 20, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: May 20, 2025 through May 27, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Montecarlo, Rome (Civitavecchia)
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$13,550.00
(USD)
Per Person
Chateaux, Rivers & Wine Roundtrip from Bordeaux
Departing on Jul 20, 2025 on the Viking Forseti
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 20, 2025 through Jul 27, 2025
Itinerary:
Bordeaux, Libourne, Scenic Sailing: Dordogne River, Libourne, Saint-Émilion, Blaye, Bourg, Médoc & Margaux Wine Country, Bordeaux, Scenic Sailing: Garonne River...
Discover the ports, vineyards, farms and forests of Aquitaine, once Europe’s richest kingdom. See Bordeaux’s fountains and cellars. Hunt for truffles in Périgord, and create your own personal blend of Cognac at the Camus distillery. Savor France’s finest oysters fresh from the bay at Arcachon. Sip Saint-Émilion, Médoc and Sauternes in their own terroir on an eight-day cruise through Bordeaux-a region synonymous with fine wine and finer living.
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$2,899.00
(USD)
Per Person
Nights: 11
Dates: May 11, 2025 through May 22, 2025
Location(s):
Welcome to Cape Town + The Winelands, Exploring the Winelands, The Cape Peninsula to Cape Town, Cape Town + Table Mountain, The History + Heritage of Cape Town, We Fly to Our Private Reserve at Kruger, On Safari at Kruger, Another Day on Safari, More Big Game Excitement, Onward to Victoria Falls...
Delightful + Unique! Our exclusive itinerary combines a vineyard stay in the Winelands and our complete Cape Town experience with a 4-day safari at Kruger and the thrill of Victoria Falls. With the finest guides and wonderful meals, our Original Journey is also enhanced by unique activities that you won't find on other tours or safaris.
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$9,999.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Mar 15, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 9
Dates: Mar 15, 2025 through Mar 24, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Miami, Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic, Cayo Levantado, Dominican Republic, San Juan, Gustavia, Tortola/Road Town, Miami
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$4,170.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jun 09, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 14
Dates: Jun 09, 2025 through Jun 23, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Trapani (Sicily), Tunis/La Goulette, Carloforte, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Saint-Tropez, Montecarlo, Ajaccio (Corsica)...
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$9,785.00
(USD)
Per Person
Nights: 8
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through Dec 31, 2025
Location(s):
Arrive Tokyo, Tokyo, Tokyo to Hakone, Hakone to Kyoto, Kyoto, Kyoto to Osaka, Depart Osaka
Encompassing Japan's "Golden Route", this itinerary features the bright lights and futuristic sites of Tokyo, the beautiful nature of iconic Mt. Fuji in Hakone National Park, Kyoto, Japan's spiritual and cultural capital with 2,000 temples, shrines, and 17 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and Osaka, the culinary capital of Japan.
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
The best of Santorini's gastronomy is yours on this private Greek food and wine tour. Sample wines at 2 wineries then savor a Greek Meze-style meal at a local dining establishment.
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$251.00
(USD)
Per Person
Nights: 7
Dates: Feb 13, 2025 through Feb 20, 2025
Location(s):
Seoul, Jeonju, Gyeongju to Busan, Busan, Seoul
Immerse yourself in the choose-your-own-adventure atmosphere of South Korean food on this eight-day adventure from bibimbap to bustling street markets, where your local leader will guide you to the best stalls. The food scene here is relaxed and welcoming, encouraging you to explore and discover your own favourite flavours. Enjoy dishes loaded with toppings, crispy Korean fried chicken paired with craft beer, silky glass noodles with fresh salads and some delicious variations of kimchi. As you move around the country, you'll also uncover the rich heritage that makes South Korea's culinary scene so special.
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$2,772.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Aug 31, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 31, 2026 through Sep 07, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Fusina (Venice), Rovinj, Dubrovnik, Brindisi, Fiskardo (Kefalonia), Santorini, Piraeus (Athens)
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$4,085.00
(USD)
Per Person
Flavors of Burgundy (Wine Cruise) Port of Dijon to Lyon Cruise
Departing on Jul 24, 2025 on the AmaCello
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 24, 2025 through Jul 31, 2025
Ship: AmaCello
Itinerary:
Port of Dijon, Seurre, Chalon-sur-Saône, Tournus, Macon, Lyon
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$3,920.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Nov 27, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 8
Dates: Nov 27, 2025 through Dec 05, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Miami, Charlotte Amalie (Saint Thomas), Terre-de-Haut, Bridgetown, Martinique/Fort de France, Basseterre, San Juan
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$3,525.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on May 26, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 21
Dates: May 26, 2025 through Jun 16, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Montecarlo, Rome (Civitavecchia), Sorrento, Palermo (Sicily), Sardinia/Cagliari, Mahón (Menorca), Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Ibiza, Marseille...
Sail from Monte Carlo's glittering haven to seek authentic gelato in the sunny streets of Sorrento, Sicily and Sardinia. Bask in the tranquillity of Menorca's hidden coves and trace the iconic French and Italian Rivieras past lavender fields, olive groves and vineyards.
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$14,010.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Experience Lisbon through its culture of food and drink when you set off for a walking tour in the company of a friendly, local and knowledgeable host who is passionate about what they do. Portuguese food and wine are what you're looking for when you want a true taste of the city!
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$98.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Tour the award-winning St. Lucia Distillers to learn the distillery process and sample some of the best-tasting rums in the Caribbean.
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$63.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Aug 09, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 14
Dates: Aug 09, 2025 through Aug 23, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Fusina (Venice), Ravenna, Dubrovnik, Brindisi, Nydri,Lefkada, Santorini, Piraeus (Athens), Mykonos, Patmos, Volos...
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$8,025.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Apr 23, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 5
Dates: Apr 23, 2025 through Apr 28, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Valencia, Casablanca
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$2,250.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Nov 12, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 15
Dates: Nov 12, 2025 through Nov 27, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Miami, Saint John/Cruz Bay, Deshaies, Bridgetown, Roseau, St. Maarten/Philipsburg, San Juan, Road Bay, St. John's (Antigua), Gustavia...
With your soul full of Miami energy, sway through the Greater and Lesser Antilles to relax in Cruz Bay's cool vibe and Deshaies' natural tranquillity. Sip rum cocktails at sunset in Bridgetown and capture the drama of Roseau's waterfalls and volcanic hot springs. Savour the azure hues of Phillipsburg and the serene sands of Road Bay and St John's. Dine and dance under the stars on Gustavia's stunning beaches, admire the lagoons of Tortola, then indulge in a haven of pampered delights at sea on your way back to Miami.
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$6,600.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Cook to your heart's delight while learning culinary skills as you create traditional and regional Greek dishes in a local Mykonos home on this exciting private culinary tour in Greece.
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$246.25
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Sep 12, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Sep 12, 2025 through Sep 19, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Monemvasia, Mykonos, Patmos, Volos, Thessaloniki, Istanbul
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$5,175.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
This wonderful, private tour option allows you a tailor-made tour with the opportunity to relax and capture the spirit and essence of one of the most outstanding islands in Greece. Visit the old town of Chania, enjoy a delicious lunch and tour a prestigious monastery. This red-carpet treatment is appropriate for the fame of traditional Cretan hospitality.
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$358.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
This very special private tour option will allow you to enjoy traditional Fijian food and participate in a Kava ceremony during this culture and cuisine tour.
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$50.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Witness the craft of caseiculture with a visit to an organic dairy farm, get lost in a field of tulips, and more on this scenic food tour in Burnie.
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$319.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Aug 18, 2025 on the Explora II
Nights: 21
Dates: Aug 18, 2025 through Sep 08, 2025
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Sorrento, Palermo (Sicily), Sardinia/Cagliari, Alghero (Sardinia), Mahón (Menorca), Barcelona, Ibiza, Marseille, Cannes...
Fill your senses with the aromas, flavours and spectacles of an extraordinary odyssey through ancient grandeur and luscious landscapes. From Rome's architectural splendour and Pompeii's fascinating history, follow a trail of Mediterranean island beauty on the shores of Italy and Spain. Seek out fields of lavender and lemon, olive groves and hidden lagoons. The allure of Tunis leads us over the sea and beyond, whirling between islands until we return to iconic Barcelona.
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$12,320.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2025 through May 03, 2026
Explore Oia's back alleys and iconic whitewashed buildings, sample delicious volcanic wines, and more on this private guided tour in Santorini.
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$43.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Apr 28, 2025 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Apr 28, 2025 through May 05, 2025
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Mykonos, Rhodes, Marmaris, Bodrum, Samos, Istanbul
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$4,050.00
(USD)
Per Person