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Small Ship Cruising

After a low-key cruise? Small ship cruises carry just a few hundred passengers, making for a more intimate and luxurious experience. If you’re after a focus on your destination, rather than non-stop action and entertainment onboard, small ship cruising is a must. With options from Antarctica cruises to river cruises in Europe, there are cruise and tour options to suit every traveller.

Our team of experts here at Flat Beds Tour + Cruises is available to package your small cruising experience with return airfares. This allows you to unlock exclusive discounts you won’t find anywhere online.
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Itinerary map — Azamara World Cruise
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Azamara World Cruise

Onboard credit + Flight credit included

Discover the world on an extraordinary 139-night voyage aboard Azamara Quest, exploring captivating cities, diverse cultures and breathtaking landscapes across multiple continents in one unforgettable journey.

Airfare Credit available*

From$55,969Price per person twin share
139 Days2029 Departure
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A tourist girl in a red dress at the Pyramids of Giza, the oldest Funerary monument in the world. In the city of Cairo, Egypt
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Ancient ruins of the Karnak Temple in Luxor (Thebes), Egypt. The
Map of Egypt itinerary showing blue air routes from Cairo to Luxor/Aswan and red Nile cruise route from Luxor down to Esna, Edfu, Aswan, and Kom Ombo with overnights; labeled cities Cairo, Luxor, Esna, Edfu, Aswan, Kom Ombo, Alexandria; seas labeled Mediterranean and Red Sea.
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Exclusive $500 Shipboard Credit*
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Join expert Egyptologists on a 12-day cruisetour through Egypt on board our modern Nile ships, owned and operated by Viking.

Business Class Airfare Credit available*

From$7,195Price per person twin share
12 Days2026/27/28 Sailings
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Antarctic Wonders with Swan Hellenic
Antarctic Wonders with Swan Hellenic
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Antarctic Wonders with Swan Hellenic
Days 8-9: Day at sea
Day 1: Ushuaia
Days 4-7: Antarctic Peninsula
Day 10: Ushuaia
Route map: Buenos Aires to Ushuaia, across the Drake Passage to the Antarctic Peninsula and back
Antarctic Wonders with Swan Hellenic
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Luxury

Along this awe-inspiring voyage, encounter the mesmerising landscapes of the Antarctic Peninsula. Highlights include the icy wonders of the Gerlache Strait and the magnificent Antarctic Sound.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

From$22,975Price per person twin share
9 Nights2027/28 Sailings
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Guests dining on an outdoor deck terrace with a waiter, with mountains and a coastal town behind.
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St Peter's Basilica dome glowing at sunset above a lit arched bridge over the Tiber in Rome.
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Cc Star Penthouse Junior Suite
Cruise map from Barcelona via Sète, Marseille, Monte Carlo and Florence/Pisa (Livorno) to Rome (Civitavecchia).
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Exclusive $500 Shipboard Credit*
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Trace the shores of the Mediterranean coast with calls to Spain, Italy and France’s famed Riviera on the Viking Saturn.

Business Class Airfare Credit available*

From$3,895Price per person twin share
8 Days2026/27/28/29 Sailings
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Snowy Christmas street with a frosted pine tree and colorful, ornamented houses along a cobblestone road, shoppers in the distance.
Lounge area aboard a yacht with wicker sofas, round tables, and warm pendant lights.
Row of historic canal houses at dusk, lights glowing, reflected in calm water along the street side canal
Circular outdoor lounge on a yacht at dusk, beige sofas around a glowing central table with plants, by the river.
Snowy European town square with a tall Christmas tree and festive market stalls, people strolling.
Gothic church with twin spires illuminated at dusk, adjacent Christmas market stalls, and a large festively lit tree on a snowy plaza
Front view of a historic castle with beige stone walls, round towers and a wooden gate, set in a manicured lawn garden.
Cozy hotel lounge with beige sofas, round tables, and small vases of white flowers in a bright, glass-walled space.
A riverboat with an outdoor dining deck on a greenish river, wicker tables, white umbrellas, and a GRÜNER sign on the side.
Hotel room with a large window overlooking a river and city skyline; bed in the foreground and a round table with a vase beside two chairs.
Map showing a blue curved route along the Rhine from Amsterdam to Basel with stops at Cologne, Andernach, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg, and Breisach, plus Basel at the bottom.
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Luxury

Enchanting Rhine Christmas Markets

Save $3,400 per couple*

Celebrate Christmas in style with APT on a Rhine River cruise from Amsterdam to Basel, visiting Cologne, Rüdesheim, Strasbourg and enchanting festive markets.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

From$5,695Price per person twin share
8 Days2028 Sailings
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Fowley United Kingdom
Crystal Symphony Seahorse Pool
Wooden bench on a grassy cliff overlooking the sea with a lighthouse in the distance at sunset.
Rocky coastal fortification on a small peninsula extending into turquoise water, with a town and beach in the background.
Cliffside path leads to a white lighthouse on a rocky headland overlooking the calm sea at sunset.
25% solo supplement on Crystal
Greek Food
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Aerial view of central Liverpool at sunset, showing the Liver Building with the iconic Liver Bird statue atop its dome overlooking the Mersey riverfront.
Cliffside view of rocky sea stacks overlooking a blue bay and a sandy beach town below with people on a path nearby.
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Crystal Symphony Veranda Suite
Aerial view of a rocky coastline with turquoise water, a small sandy cove, and green farmland beyond in the distance.
Cruise map from Le Havre via Saint Malo, Fowey, Waterford, Holyhead and the Isle of Man to Liverpool.
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France to England on Crystal Cruises

Save up to $8,000 per suite*

Sail from Le Havre to historic Saint-Malo, Fowey, Waterford, Holyhead and Douglas, ending in Liverpool, home of The Beatles on this 7 night Crystal cruise!

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

From$5,990Price per person twin share
7 Nights2027/28 Sailings
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Map of Japan and South Korea cruise route from Busan to Hagi, Hiroshima, Kobe, Shimizu and Tokyo.
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Super Earlybird Offer!
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South Korea & Japan Cruise on Emerald Kaia

Exclusive Savings of $7,500 per couple*

Experience the fabulous Emerald Kaia yacht on this 11-day sailing with Emerald Cruises from Tokyo, Japan to South Korea.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

From$13,345Price per person twin share
11 Days2028 Sailings
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Sunset over a rocky coastline with turquoise water and a distant round temple on the shore at the horizon.
Santorini
Sunset over a historic cityscape with domed churches and red-tiled rooftops, birds flying overhead.
Azamara Cruises - Barcelona - Nice
Spa Suite
Ancient temple ruins with tall columns on a cliff overlooking the blue sea and coastline.
Harbor with moored boats and a hillside town under a bright blue sky
Sunset
Cruise map from Rome (Civitavecchia) via Amalfi, Siracusa, Argostoli, Gythion, Agios Nikolaos (Crete), Rhodes, Marmaris and Santorini to Athens (Piraeus).
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Exclusive $320 Air/Land Credit*
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Italy & Greece Cruise with Azamara

Exclusive Airfare / Hotel Credit*

Sail from Rome to Athens with Azamara, exploring the Amalfi Coast, Sicily, Crete, Rhodes and Santorini. Enjoy this Greece cruise in absolute luxury.

$320 Credit* For Flights + Hotels

From$4,539Price per person twin share
9 Nights2027/28 Sailings
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Beautiful tourist posing in the amazing volcanic mossy landscape
Reykjavik Evening
Person in a red life jacket and green knit cap stands beside icy water with icebergs and a blue sky in the background.
A group of people in yellow jackets sits on a black inflatable boat wearing life vests, navigating icy Antarctic waters with large icebergs in the background.
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Iceland, Blue Lagoon
Venture Expedition Lounge 1540 868 High
Cruise map from Reykjavík via Grundarfjörður and Scoresbysund around southern Greenland past Prins Christian Sund, Qaqortoq and Nuuk to Sisimiut and Kangerlussuaq.
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Exclusive $17,000 Air/Land Credit*
Luxury

Explore Greenland’s remote Arctic wilderness on a luxury expedition through dramatic fjords, pristine coastlines and unforgettable wildlife encounters aboard Seabourn Venture.

$17,000 Credit* For Flights + Hotels

From$26,998Price per person twin share
15 Days2027 Sailings
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Aerial view of a tropical archipelago with green cliffs, dense forest, and turquoise water.
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Aerial view of a tropical beach with turquoise water, white sand, and dense green jungle on the right side.
Group of people in colorful matching outfits and grass skirts performing a dance on a sandy beach, with the ocean and trees in the background.
Group of people wearing life jackets gather around a small inflatable boat in shallow sea water at the beach.
Whale shark swimming in clear blue ocean water, its white spots visible under the surface.
Vibrant underwater coral reef with yellow, pink, and purple soft corals and clear blue water above.
Tourists on a wooden viewpoint overlooking turquoise water and small green islets surrounded by lush jungle.
Overwater bungalows with thatched roofs extend into turquoise lagoon, backed by lush tropical forest. (informative)
Manta ray gliding over a sandy ocean floor with blue water and a few small fish nearby.
Tropical bay with green cliffs, clear turquoise water, and a rocky shoreline
Aerial view of a multi-tiered red-roofed pagoda nestled among dense tropical trees on a hillside, with stone paths and terraces surrounding it.
Indoor yacht pool scene with two adults in swimsuits relaxing near the edge as sunset lights the white cabin; ocean seen through large window in the background.
A tropical island resort with overwater bungalows along a white-sand beach and turquoise shallow water.
Open-concept lounge with gray sectional sofas, rust and green cushions, light wood tables, and wooden slat partitions, overlooking the sea through large windows.
Sorong Roundtrip Sh Minerva
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Luxury

Experience a luxury Raja Ampat cruise in Indonesia's coral triangle with all inclusive luxury on Swan Hellenic. Internal flights are also included!

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

From$16,525Price per person twin share
11 Days2027 Sailings
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Baltic Cruise with Silversea – Save up to $7,000 per couple*
Classic verandah
Helsinki
Deluxe veranda suite
Harborfront cityscape with pastel buildings along the waterfront and a white domed cathedral in the background on a sunny day.
Silver moon lounge
Visit Stockholm
Silver spirit lounge
Night view of a large white domed cathedral on a hill, glowing lights, with a lit waterfront and colorful buildings along the water.
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Itinerary map — Baltic Cruise with Silversea
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Onboard US$300 Credit Offer*
Luxury

Sail roundtrip from Copenhagen, exploring Poland, Lithuania, Latvia with more with Silversea Cruises.

Package With Airfares For Exclusive Savings

From$13,838Price per person twin share
10 Days2027/28 Sailing
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Stone pavilion atop a grassy cliff with a wooden railing overlooking rocky shoreline and blue sea far beyond.
Traditional Japanese castle with white walls and tiered roofs atop a stone wall against a clear blue sky.
Large cruise ship sailing through a narrow fjord with steep green mountains on either side, calm blue-green water beneath.
Rocky shoreline with turquoise sea, a large boulder and scattered white clouds in a blue sky.
Outside deck
Red traditional temple complex with ornate layered roofs and green decorations, set on a raised stone platform beside a striped courtyard.
Onboard dining
Sunset over Kobe waterfront with red Port Tower and curved modern buildings reflecting on calm water.
Living room
Map of a sea route from Singapore to Kobe with stops in Ho Chi Minh City, Hue/Da Nang, Hong Kong, Taipei, Hirara Miyako Island, Naha, and Kochi
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Exclusive $700 Air/Land Credit*
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Asia Cruise with Azamara

Exclusive Airfare / Hotel Credit*

Experience why Azamara guests keep returning to their favourite cruiseline with unique & immersive itineraries in destinations around the world.

$700 Credit* For Flights + Hotels

From$7,779Price per person twin share
15 Days2026/27 Sailings
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^Terms and Conditions: Package savings are available on business class flights only and savings are dependent on your dates and destinations. Based on year round fares with sale fares excluded. Please enquire with our team for the latest offers and pricing available.

What Makes it so Popular?

Small ship cruising has many advantages, perfect for travellers seeking a unique and immersive travel experience. The personalised service is one of the biggest drawcards for small ship cruising. With a lower passenger count, the crew can get to know each guest, allowing you to feel valued and cared for throughout your journey. Additional benefits include unique location visits, authentic experiences and docking closer to your destinations.

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What Are The Benefits?

Small ships typically carry fewer passengers, creating an intimate and cozy atmosphere

Higher staff-to-guest ratio that allows personalised service and attention

Access to smaller, less crowded ports that larger vessels can't reach

A range of unique destinations and experiences from islands to cities

Cultural immersion offering onboard lectures, workshops and excursions with local guides

Spacious cabins or suites designed to accommodate a wide range or preferences

High-quality, gourmet dining experiences that focus on local and fresh ingredients

Focus on the destination rather than non-stop entertainment you receive on large ships

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How Are We Different?

We’re About The Journey

Most travel advisors focus on selling the destination, but we focus on your journey. How you reach your destination is the most important part of your trip (this being why we’re experts in the product!)

Offer Personalised Value

One of our main goals for booking your travel is to deliver personalised value. This is through a combination of service, time leverage, price and product quality.

Product Experts

We are constantly investing in our team’s knowledge of cruise and tour products so they know the latest ship releases, the best suites to book and what inclusions and benefits are offered by tour providers.

One Business Day Service Guarantee

We love to deliver personalised and exceptional value not only with your itinerary, but also our service. We know you’re excited about your trip, and we are too!

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