Small Ship Travel

Small Ship Travel is a US travel agency in Raleigh, North Carolina, that specialises in cruises on small ships, which carry far fewer guests than mainstream cruise ships. It books voyages with partner cruise lines including Ponant, Windstar, Silversea, Seabourn, Four Seasons Yachts, AmaWaterways, Uniworld and Viking River Cruises. You can search itineraries on its website or book a call with one of its travel advisers, and fares are shown per person for each voyage.

Small Ship Travel Review

The range covers river cruises in Europe and on the Nile, including traditional dahabiya sailing boats, barge cruises, coastal and ocean voyages, tall ship sailing and expedition cruises to Antarctica, the Arctic and the Galápagos. Destinations span Europe and the Mediterranean, Alaska, the Caribbean, Central and South America, Africa, Asia, and Australia and New Zealand.

The website groups voyages by destination and style, and its guides compare cruise lines and routes. Trips are planned with its travel advisers, and returning clients can join its loyalty programme.

It suits couples, families and groups who want a smaller ship and help choosing between many cruise lines. As with any agency, the cruise line runs the voyage, so check that line's terms and cancellation policy before you book. For a luxury operator running its own river and yacht expeditions, see Aqua Expeditions.