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We Set the Gold Standard in Luxury Expedition Cruising
Nothing like a standard cruise and every bit a luxurious, intimate adventure by sea, our Luxury Expedition Cruises feature all-inclusive voyages on upscale vessels that we exclusively charter or own and operate. For you, this means unique itineraries in inspiring destinations inaccessible to big ships, intimate personnel-to-guest ratios and immersive experiences led by an acclaimed Expedition Team both on and off the ship.
Whether it’s polar, cultural or warm-water cruising, we have the perfect expedition for discerning travellers of every kind. Explore further to discover the type of voyage that suits you best.
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Check Out Our New Expeditions for 2025
Headlining our 2025 Luxury Expedition Cruises lineup, our Ultimate Galápagos Expedition reveals the islands’ wondrous wildlife aboard our own exclusive Ecoventura adventure yacht. Also new for 2025, our Cruising Iceland, the Faroes, Scotland & Ireland voyage charts a course less travelled to remote subarctic islands, stunning sea-swept cliff s and volcanic landscapes.
See the Differences That Set Our Expeditions a World Apart
An Unrivaled Expedition Team
Ask any guest who’s sailed on an A&K voyage, and they’ll concur: our legendary Expedition Team is truly exceptional. Hand-picked to oversee every detail of every expedition, this acclaimed team of accomplished adventurers shares their countless years of expertise to enrich your voyage at every turn.
Vessels for Every Destination
We select the ideal upscale small ship for every destination: a luxury expedition cruiser for polar voyages, small explorer ships for cultural and warm-water journeys, and an elegant adventure yacht in the Galápagos. We then elevate each vessel to A&K’s exacting standards for the ultimate expedition experience at sea.
All-Inclusive Cruising
Our expeditions include shore excursions in cultural destinations, Zodiac excursions led by naturalist driver-guides in polar and warm-water destinations, an onboard enrichment program, an elegant culinary program, open bar, Traveller’s Valet® laundry service, all gratuities, complimentary Wi-Fi and 24/7 room service on most cruises.
Video: Meet Our Expedition Team in Antarctica
Discover why “there’s no magic like ours” with this five-minute video, filmed on location in Antarctica and offering a glimpse of what it’s like to explore with A&K’s award-winning Expedition Team.
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Watch Expert-Narrated Videos
Watch 10-minute video overviews for each of our luxury cruises, narrated by the experts who helped to design them.
Read the Latest Trip Logs
Follow the day-by-day adventures from A&K’s most recent luxury expedition cruises, penned by our award-winning Expedition Team.
Explore Our Blog
Read our blog for expedition cruising inspiration, and everything from the top penguins to see in Antarctica to photographing wild landscapes.
What Our Guests Say
A&K is known for the excellence of its Expedition Team — calm, confident, experienced and knowledgeable.
— Margaret; Winnipeg, Canada; December 2022
We really enjoyed the Expedition Team’s interesting lectures. It really was the trip of a lifetime.
In our experience, no one else has matched A&K’s Expedition Team. They inspired us with the confidence that our trip would be handled flawlessly — and it was.
— Beth; Leander, TX; June 2022
A&K always delivers a remarkable experience. The staff is magnificent.
— Debbie; Columbus, GA; April 2023
Discover Antarctica and the Arctic with A&K
Wild Antarctica Will Inspire You
The only continent governed by peace and science, Antarctica is the world’s last true wilderness and a profoundly moving place. Discover the White Continent, wildlife-rich South Georgia and the Falkland Islands on A&K all-inclusive luxury cruises to the Southern Ocean, always in the company of our award-winning Expedition Team.
The Magical Arctic Is Calling
Follow the world’s greatest explorers to a culture-rich expanse bounded by glaciers, ruled by the polar bear, and illuminated by the northern lights. Join A&K’s Expedition Team on our Luxury Expedition Cruises to the top of the world and to Arctic treasures that include Greenland, Svalbard and the Northeast Passage.