Whether you’d like to tantalize your tastebuds with freshly caught seafood from the Adriatic Sea or appreciate a Hungarian horse show, sparkling wine toast, and everything in between along Europe’s Danube River, there’s still time to reserve a spot on one of our 6 exclusive special departures by sea and river for 2026.
Save the date: May 9, 2026
Toast to the traditional vintages of Eastern Europe while learning about the folk traditions of the region on a special folklore & wine departure of our Eastern Europe to the Black Sea River Cruise. You’ll cruise aboard the 162-passenger M/S River Aria or M/S River Adagio for 10 nights, with Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your experience.
Discover Eastern Europe’s folklore and sample the region’s vintages on our Eastern Europe to the Black Sea River Cruise. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and cruise highlights—in this trip video.
Save the date: May 8, 2026
Raise a glass of champagne and savor the legendary flavors of French cuisine during a special culinary cruise departure of our Cruising the Rhône: Lyon to Provence & the South of France River Cruise where you’ll voyage aboard the 86-passenger M/V River Chanson for 10 nights. Along with special onboard dining featuring classic dishes that have made France synonymous with gastronomy—paired with a selection of regional French wines—these departures also feature a series of Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your experience.
Indulge in the culinary culture of France during our Cruising the Rhône: Lyon to Provence & the South of France River Cruise. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and cruise highlights—in this trip video.
Save the date: June 23, 2026
You’re invited to join us aboard this special departure for a longstanding Grand Circle Cruise Line tradition—our annual President’s Cruise. Experience the spirit of discovery on this enhanced Romance of the Rhine & Mosel itinerary including Exclusive Activities that celebrate life along the Rhine and Mosel rivers—including a President’s Gala Dinner onboard hosted by one of Grand Circle Cruise Line’s leaders.
Experience two of Europe’s most scenic rivers during our Romance of the Rhine & Mosel River Cruise. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and cruise highlights—in this trip video.
Save the date: May 29, 2026
Savor freshly caught Adriatic seafood, aged in sea-salted air, and enjoy the timeless dance of Croatian cheese and wine pairings as you soak up the Mediterranean sun on our special Culinary Cruise departure of our Hidden Gems of the Dalmatian Coast & Greece Small Ship Adventure. Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Arethusa for 11 nights as we enjoy the legendary cuisines along the Dalmatian Coast.
Enjoy the culinary delights of the Dalmatian Coast during our Hidden Gems of the Dalmatian Coast & Greece Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
Save the date: June 29, 2026
Pizza! Pasta! Gelato! Join us to celebrate Italy’s legendary cuisine on a special Culinary Cruise departure of our Italy’s Western Coast & Islands: A Voyage from Rome to Valletta Small Ship Adventure. You’ll cruise for 10 nights aboard our privately owned, 50-passenger M/V Artemis with Exclusive Activities along the way designed to enhance your culinary experience.
Indulge in the flavors of western Italy during our Italy’s Western Coast & Islands: A Voyage from Rome to Valletta Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
Save the date: July 19, 2026
Savor the flavors of the Italian and French coasts, cruise the emerald waters surrounding the islands of the Tuscan Archipelago National Park, and discover the oldest beach in Nice as you enjoy the warmth of the Mediterranean sun on a special summer departure of our French & Italian Rivieras: Avignon, Corsica, Elba & Rome Small Ship Adventure. Join us aboard the 50-passenger M/V Artemis for 10 nights as we sail on our unique summer departure.
Enjoy the warmth of the Mediterranean during our French & Italian Rivieras: Avignon, Corsica, Elba & Rome Small Ship Adventure. See a detailed overview of this itinerary—including pre- and post-trip extensions and adventure highlights—in this trip video.
Go Your Own Way: 9 O.A.T. Adventures with FREE Single Space Added
Many O.A.T. travelers are already looking forward to joining us in 2026—especially our solo travelers, who reserve early to secure limited space. To accommodate demand, we recently added single space to these popular adventures—all with FREE Single Supplements.
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