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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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Top Small Ship Cruises

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Rhine River cruise map from Cologne via Bingen, Mainz, Frankfurt and Mannheim to Strasbourg, Colmar, Breisach and Basel.
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Discover Europe aboard an expertly crafted river ship rooted in sustainable design. Setting sail in 2026, Connect features sixty 210 square-foot elegant and spacious staterooms.

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Expedition cruise map from Reykjavik around Iceland's Westfjords to Vigur and Djúpavík, then across to the east coast of Greenland.
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Sail into pristine corners of Iceland’s Westfjords region and Eastern Greenland, remote areas famed for their fascinating natural features and charismatic wildlife on this 8-day adventure.

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Cruise map from Benoa (Bali) via Semarang, Singapore and Koh Samui to Laem Chabang (Bangkok).
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Bali to Bangkok with Crystal Cruises

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Experience this 9 night itinerary with Crystal Cruises, featuring some of your favourite stopover destinations in Indonesia, Singapore and Thailand!

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Old stone arch bridge over a calm river reflecting a hilltop fortress, pastel buildings and trees under clouds.
River cruise map from Amsterdam along the Rhine, Main and Danube via Cologne, Rüdesheim, Würzburg, Nuremberg, Passau, Vienna and Bratislava to Budapest.
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Incredible savings for select river cruises and tours with a premium river cruise operator on Last Minute Deals in 2026 & 2027! Contact our experts at Flat Beds Tour + Cruise to find out more.

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Antarctica Cruise with Seabourn
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Experience ultra-luxury with Seabourn with an all-inclusive Alaska cruise that will take you to places beyond the reach of larger cruise ships.

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Map of Ecuador and Peru with a flight from Guayaquil to the Galapagos Islands, plus Lima, Machu Picchu and Cusco.
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An expedition that encompasses the untamed beauty of the Galápagos Islands & the majestic archaeological wonder of Machu Picchu with Lindblad Expeditions.

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Ponant Le Commandant Charcot Antarctica
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Humpback whale breaching from deep blue water in front of snow-covered Antarctic mountains.
Cruise map from Ushuaia across the Drake Passage to the South Shetlands and Antarctic Peninsula near the Weddell Sea, with flights from Buenos Aires.
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Exclusive €400 Spa Voucher*
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Experience a 12 day Ponant expedition cruise to discover the magic of Antarctica and it's most beautiful secrets surrounded by stunning natural scenery.

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Black bear wading through rushing river water between mossy rocks.
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Brightly painted carved wooden face panel with red, blue and orange design, mounted on a timber beam.
Map of an Alaska route from Vancouver to Seward with stops at Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan and Hubbard Glacier.
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Experience why Crystal Cruises customers keep returning to these stunning ships no matter where they are sailing around the world, including this Alaska cruise!

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Kitakyushu, Japan
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Japan Cruise with Viking – Save $5,600 per couple*
Takamatsu, Japan
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JAPAN INTENSIVE CRUISE WITH AZAMARA
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Japan Cruise with Azamara

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Enjoy boutique-style cruising, attentive service and exceptional onboard comforts while exploring Japan’s iconic landmarks, local traditions and vibrant culinary scene at a relaxed pace.

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France and Italy with Emerald Cruises – Exclusive Savings!
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France and Italy with Emerald Cruises

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Experience spectacular adventures along the coastlines of France and Italy from the comfort of your stylish Emerald yacht. Discover true luxury on Emerald Azzurra.

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Sail with Ponant from Lisbon to the Canary Islands – Save up to 30%*
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Le Champlain expedition ship sailing calm blue water under a hazy sky.
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Set sail aboard Ponant Le Champlain on an exceptional 14-day itinerary that will take you from Andalusia and Morocco to the archipelagos of Madeira and the Canary Islands.

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Mediterranean harbor with numerous yachts, colorful buildings, and green hills in the background.
Aerial view of the red-brick Arc de Triomf on a tree-lined boulevard in Barcelona.
Aerial dusk view of Barcelona's illuminated hilltop church above the sprawling city.
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Barcelona to Rome on the new Crystal Grace

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Experience the all new Crystal Grace, the first new ship in their fleet for 25 years. Launching in 2028, with just 650 guest capacity, this ship is sure to delight!

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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.

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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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