Discover small ship cruises, yacht-style voyages, river journeys and tall-ship sailings, from the Greek islands and the Adriatic to Africa, the Caribbean, the Indian Ocean and the South Pacific.
Small ship cruises
ATOL protectedFlight-inclusive holidays
ABTOT memberHolidays without flightsYacht-style cruises, coastal voyages, river journeys and tall-ship sailings across a wide range of destinations.
Yacht-style cruisingMega yacht cruises aboard a fleet of 11 small ships carrying 34 to 72 guests.
Rivers of the worldRiver cruises on the Nile and in Africa.
Coastal voyagesHistoric cities, idyllic islands and crystal-clear waters along the coast.
Exclusive useAn entire vessel to yourselves: your group, your itinerary, your pace.
Your holiday, your wayCruise holidays shaped entirely around your plans, dates and preferences.
Under sailTimeless sailing aboard Star Clipper and Sea Cloud tall ships.
From the Greek Islands, Croatia and Italy to the Nile, West Africa, Cape Verde, the Seychelles, the Caribbean and French Polynesia — small ship cruises across some of the world's most rewarding coastlines and waterways.
All 28 cruises
Santorini, Mykonos and quieter Cycladic islands aboard the motor sailer Galileo, with two nights in Athens.
Island hopping in the Caribbean under the sails of Royal Clipper, plus seven nights in a hotel.
Seven nights among the islands of central Dalmatia on the 36-guest M/Y Futura, plus a hotel night in Trogir before you sail.
Granite islands, white-sand beaches and rare wildlife in the Seychelles aboard M/Y Pegasos.
Delos, Mykonos, Santorini, Knossos on Crete, Kythira, Nafplion and Hydra: island hopping with the great ancient sites.
Sicily and the Amalfi Coast under sail: history, culture and coastline beyond the reach of large cruise ships.
A traditional wooden gulet for just 16 guests, sailing the Turquoise Coast from Fethiye.
Bora Bora, Moorea, Huahine and Raiatea on the 49-guest Panorama II, seven nights from Papeete.
Luxor, the Valley of the Kings and Aswan by river, then Cairo, the Pyramids and the Sphinx.
Lesser-known Cycladic and Dodecanese islands, quiet beaches and traditional villages, from Athens.
Island hopping through the green islands of the Ionian Sea on M/Y Harmony G.
Epidaurus, Mycenae, Ancient Olympia, Delphi and the Mani, with a resident historian on board.
Delos, Mykonos and Patmos, then across the Aegean to ancient Ephesus.
Dalmatian island harbours and the coast of Montenegro aboard M/Y Callisto.
One way along the Dalmatian coast, island by island, from Dubrovnik’s old town to Trogir.
Between Split and Dubrovnik via Mljet, Hvar, Korčula and Makarska, full board.
Capri, Lipari, Taormina and Syracuse between Naples and Malta on the 36-cabin Variety Voyager.
Greek island hopping under full sail on a Star Clippers tall ship.
Turquoise Caribbean water and traditional sailing with modern comforts, aboard the clipper ship Star Flyer.
The Grenadines and the Lesser Antilles under sail on Sea Cloud II, with five-star service.
The classic windjammer Sea Cloud in the Caribbean, with flights and hotel included.
A longer French Polynesia cruise on Panorama II, with two nights each in Bora Bora, Huahine and Raiatea.
Fearless wildlife and volcanic islands with naturalist guides, on the 100-guest Galapagos Legend.
Seven nights on the Nile between Luxor and Aswan: temples, tombs and the Valley of the Kings.
Santiago, the volcano on Fogo and a blend of African and Portuguese culture, aboard M/Y Harmony V.
Along the Gambia River and the coast of Senegal for wildlife and village life, with a stay in Dakar.
Greek islands and historic wineries, with tastings led by experts, aboard M/S Panorama.
Corsica, Sardinia and the Riviera under sail with Star Clippers.
Try another month or destination, or tell us what you have in mind: we often know of departures that are not on the website yet.
Book the cruise on its own, take a ready-made package with flights and hotels, or let us shape the whole holiday around your dates and preferences.
Packages built around UK flights and the cruise dates, with hotel nights before or after sailing.
Book the cruise alone and arrange your own flights, transfers and accommodation around it.
Adjust your stay, upgrade your flights or choose specific hotels — the holiday is shaped around you.
Take the whole ship for a family gathering, a group of friends or a special celebration.
Small Ship Cruise Specialists
Seafarer Cruises specialises in small ship cruises designed for travellers looking for something more distinctive than mainstream cruising.
Our collection includes yacht-style cruises, coastal voyages, river journeys and tall-ship sailings across a wide range of destinations. Smaller vessels create a relaxed onboard atmosphere and allow itineraries that include smaller ports and harbours that larger cruise ships cannot easily reach.
With fewer guests on board, small ship cruises can also offer a more considered way to explore destinations, bringing a gentler presence to the ports and communities visited.
Why Choose Seafarer Cruises?
Specialists in small ship cruising since 1995, we combine personal service with carefully curated itineraries and full financial protection.
A more personal and authentic style of cruising, built on over thirty years of specialist knowledge.
Every holiday shaped around your plans — not a generic package.
Smaller vessels reach destinations often beyond the reach of large cruise ships.
Exclusive charters for couples, families, friends and private groups.
Official UK General Sales Agent for Variety Cruises boutique yacht adventures.
Full financial protection on flight-inclusive holidays. Your booking is secure.
A practical comparison of what makes the small-ship experience different.
| Traditional large-ship cruising | Small-ship cruising |
|---|---|
| Large shipsThousands of passengers | Small ships16 to 227 guests on our ships |
| Large shipsMainly major cruise ports | Small shipsSmaller harbours, bays and island villages |
| Large shipsBusy public spaces | Small shipsQuieter, more relaxed decks |
| Large shipsThe ship is the main attraction | Small shipsThe destination takes centre stage |
These are typical differences rather than guarantees. Every ship and itinerary is different, and we will always tell you honestly how one compares with another.
Rather than simply booking online, you can speak to an experienced team who can help arrange the right cruise and travel arrangements for you.
Seafarer is licensed by the Civil Aviation Authority (ATOL 9511) and all air holidays we operate are ATOL protected. We are also members of ABTOT (Membership No. 5660), providing additional protection for bookings without flights.
We have been trading since 1995 — all your deposits and balance payments to us are fully financially secure.
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Seafarer Cruising & Sailing Holidays
Seafarer Cruises is the small ship cruise brand of Seafarer Cruising & Sailing Holidays.
For sailing yacht charter, flotilla holidays, fully crewed sailing charters, sailing courses and other sailing experiences, please visit our sister brand Seafarer Sailing.
What We Offer
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Savings on small ship cruises, plus early booking offers for 2027 in Greece and the Seychelles.
Sail through French Polynesia’s enchanting islands — from iconic Bora Bora to the tranquil beauty of Taha’a and beyond.
-20% on the cruise fare for reservations made by 31 October 2026 for the 2, 9 and 16 January 2027 sailings.
-20% on the cruise fare for reservations made by 31 October 2026 for the 4 January 2027 sailing, in Categories C, B and A.
-20% on the cruise fare for reservations made by 31 October 2026 for the sailings from 28 November 2026 to 2 January 2027.
-20% on the cruise fare for reservations made by 31 October 2026 for the 16 January 2027 sailing.
-10% to all reservations made until 30 November 2026 for the January to June 2027 sailings, and until 31 January 2027 for the July to December 2027 sailings.
-10% on the cruise fare for all reservations made by 31 January 2027 (Classical Greece: not June or September sailings; Ionian Odyssey: not 18 and 25 June or 6 August).
There are no special offers running right now. Call us on 020 8324 3117 or request a quote for current availability.
Offers are subject to availability and may be withdrawn without notice. Offers updated 26 October 2026.
