Explore the coastlines and cultural capitals of the British Isles. Enjoy overnight stays in Greenwich, London—a city shaped by its maritime legacy—and Bergen, Norway’s gateway to the fjords. Visit the soft, rolling moors of the Shetland Islands where ponies roam, stroll Edinburgh’s royal streets and feel the pulse of Liverpool, birthplace of the Beatles. In Wales, Snowdonia’s peaks rise above serene countryside, while Dublin reveals its literary soul.

This 8-night voyage departs from Vancouver, British Columbia late in the evening affording you the opportunity to explore this storied city.

From urban skylines to uninhabited islands, discover North America’s wilderness alongside renowned cultural attractions while cruising the striking waterways of the Great Lakes. Immerse yourself in the lakes’ compelling shipping history, experience the power of the thundering Niagara Falls and keep watch for scores of migratory birds at Point Pelee. Led by a team of experts, explore sheltered bays and woodlands to uncover complex ecosystems and hidden treasures.

Brown bears. Humpback whales. Orcas. Steller sea lions. Bald eagles. Sure-footed mountain goats on steep cliffs. The wildlife of Alaska is legendary-see it in abundance.