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Alaska's maritime maze of forested islands, cliff-lined fjords, and tidewater glaciers is tailor-made for small-ship cruises. From Prince William Sound to the classic Inside Passage,  small ships offer unique itineraries that will have you marveling at diving humpbacks, tucking the bow of a ship into a waterfall, and visiting the tiniest port villages. Exciting new adventure options feature the Alaska Peninsula and the Bering Sea. Land options are also available. Alaska Cruise Itineraries Spirit of Columbia Cruise West Fleet	Up close and personal on a small ship Alaska cruise. Alaska Cruise Pictures Alaska Small Cruise Ship Cruises

 

Exploring the Coast of British Columbia From spectacular fjords and picturesque ports far from the traveled mainstream, to cosmopolitan jewels of the Pacific Rim such as Victoria, Vancouver and Seattle, a cruise through the enchanted waterways of British Columbia and Washington State is a unique and memorable travel experience. This intimate, up-close exploration is only possible by small ship. One day, you are cruising entirely alone in Princess Louisa Inlet. The next, you are welcomed ashore in Nanaimo by red-uniformed constables of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police. In the San Juan Islands, listen to a piano concerto in Rosario Resort’s century-old mansion library on Orcas Island, and peruse the exhibits of the Whale Museum in Friday Harbor. Wherever you go, you enjoy an insider’s perspective on this beautiful and fascinating region.  British Columbia Small Cruise Ship Cruise	How Can You Cruise the Wine Country? The free-flowing rivers that radiate outward from San Francisco Bay provide delightful access to visitors by ship, as you will experience cruising the Napa, San Joaquin and Sacramento Rivers.  A Legacy of Riverboating From the early days of the California Gold Rush, privileged travelers took to the rivers that flow from throughout Northern California into San Francisco Bay. As the era of the automobile and freeways rose, travel on the Napa, San Joaquin and Sacramento Rivers all but faded into memory. But now it’s back! Travel on Northern California’s riverways remains a peaceful and environmentally friendly delight. In Cruise West’s up-close and casual style, you’ll cruise right from San Francisco’s vibrant seafront up the Napa River for an exploration of the Wine Country’s finest estates. Wine Country Small Cruise Ship Cruise Wine Country Cruise Pictures
Travel in the wake of Lewis and Clark during an intimate seven-night cruise round trip from Portland, Oregon. You explore the entire navigable length of the Columbia and Snake Rivers from the Pacific Ocean to Hells Canyon on the borders of Oregon and Idaho. Shore excursions are all included on the cruise, from a jetboat ride in breath-taking Hells Canyon to Lewis and Clark's Fort Clatsop. Columbia Small Cruise Ship Cruise	Cruise a most unexpected Mexico, on a seven-night cruise into Baja Mexico's Sea of Cortes. You'll travel from cactus-clad wilderness islands to quaint Mission villages, and on to lagoons where gray whales spend the winter in the thousands. On a variety of included activities you might find yourself snorkeling, kayaking, hiking or bird watching, exploring 17th-century mission churches, or enjoying a traditional Mexican fiesta. An optional addition takes you high into the Sierra Madre to spectacular Copper Canyon. Sea of Cortez Small Cruise Ship Cruise Sea of Cortex Cruise Pictures
The intricate coastline, remote jungle-clad islands, and varied ports of call of Central America are perfectly suited to small-ship cruising. Enjoy Costa Rica, Panama and the Canal, Belize, Guatemala and Honduras up-close and casual aboard the M/V Temptress Explorer. Costa Rica Small Cruise Ship Cruise Costa Rica Cruise Pictures	Designed for the curious traveler desiring an uncommon insider's experience, each itinerary offers a unique opportunity to delve into ancient and mysterious cultural traditions, explore spectacular natural treasures, and treat ourselves to rich and varied cultures through insightful meetings with local dignitaries, scientists, artisans, and community leaders.We cruise in the wake of the great explorers who plied these waters centuries before us and explore the splendors of these regions up-close and in the company of experts who share their knowledge and enthusiasm for these remarkable places.
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