AE Expeditions has announced the launch of its Small Ship Cruises 2027 Season, which is now officially open for sale. The company is also offering savings of up to 25% on select voyages, plus 10 dedicated solo staterooms per sailing with no single supplement.
*All details correct at time of publish (05 September 2025)
With 21 extraordinary voyages across 22 countries, the season explores the sun-soaked Mediterranean and Adriatic, the vibrant Atlantic & African Coast, and the wild landscapes of Central America (Costa Rica & Panama), along with the historic treasures of Northern Europe and the UK & Ireland.
These unique journeys range from 9 to 17 days aboard AE’s three purpose-built small ships – Greg Mortimer, Sylvia Earle and the soon-to-launch Douglas Mawson – vessels designed to take travellers closer to the heart of each destination, and into harbours that larger ships simply cannot reach.
Onboard, every sailing is enriched by Master Storytellers: acclaimed historians, genealogists, art experts and more who bring destinations to life through captivating presentations and personal insights in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Crafted pre- and post-voyage city stays ensure effortless travel from beginning to end. Together, these elements make each voyage a seamless blend of iconic sights and untold stories.
On shore, travellers enjoy a selection of immersive “Your Choice” experiences allowing them to personalise each journey, while enrichment programmes – from wine tastings to historical immersions – make every day a delight.
Highlights range from UNESCO World Heritage sites and marquee ports like Bonifacio, Nice and Dubrovnik, to hidden gems such as Alberobello’s whitewashed Trulli houses, the Isle of Lewis in Scotland, or the olive groves of Istria.
Katie Malone, CMO, AE Expeditions, said: “Our new season goes beyond cruising – it’s storytelling at sea. Whether it’s a wine tasting in Bordeaux, tracing Viking sagas in Scandinavia, standing on the battlegrounds of Culloden, or visiting Prince Albert’s private car garage in Monaco, every voyage connects travellers to history, culture and community in a way that only small ships can.”
Season Highlights
21 extraordinary voyages across 22 countries, the season spans the Mediterranean, the Adriatic, the Atlantic & African Coast, and Central America (Costa Rica & Panama), as well as Northern Europe and the UK & Ireland.
9 Brand-New Itineraries, including:
A Mediterranean Feast (Valletta to Barcelona, MAS001D)
A voyage for the senses, celebrating the Mediterranean’s rich culinary culture. From local markets to family-run vineyards and coastal kitchens, discover the flavours and stories that have shaped this region for centuries.
From £12,295pp for an Aurora Stateroom Twin Share
La Dolce Vita (Nice to Rome, FRI001D)
Trace the romance of the French and Italian Rivieras, from the cliffside villages of Cinque Terre to Tuscany’s Renaissance towns and Rome’s timeless streets – with exclusive visits such as Prince Albert’s private garage of cars in Monaco.
From £7,695pp for an Aurora Stateroom Twin Share
Treasures of the Adriatic (Valletta to Zagreb, MAC001D)
Sail from Malta through Italy, Montenegro and Croatia, uncovering Dubrovnik’s medieval walls, Alberobello’s UNESCO Trulli houses, Korčula’s traditions, and the charm of Rovinj before arriving in Zagreb.
From £12,045pp for an Aurora Stateroom Twin Share
For more information, visit www.AE-expeditions.com
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