Winter Safaris

 Aurora Expeditions pairs small‑ship comfort with big, wild places—think Antarctic ice, Arctic fjords, and remote shores where the ship feels more like a base camp than a resort. 

With purpose‑built expedition vessels, world‑class guides, and a strong commitment to conservation, they focus on getting you off the ship and into the landscape—by Zodiac, kayak, or on foot—so every day feels immersive, educational, and a little bit exhilarating. 

Booked through River and Vine Travel, an Aurora journey becomes part of a seamless itinerary: flights, hotels, and pre‑ or post‑cruise touring are all timed and tailored around your sailing, so you can lean fully into the adventure while still enjoying calm, organized planning and a glass of good wine at day’s end. 

Personal Expedition/Ship Trip coming soon!

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National Geographic–Lindblad Expeditions are designed for curious travelers who want the feel of a floating base camp—small ships purpose‑built to slip into wild places, paired with the scientists, naturalists, and photographers who know those places best.  Instead of a set‑it‑and‑forget‑it cruise, each day is shaped by what the team spots in the moment—whales in Alaska, penguins in Antarctica, or rare birdlife in the Galápagos—with Zodiacs, hikes, and undersea cameras bringing you closer than a large ship ever could.

For River and Vine guests, these voyages feel like a beautifully structured field trip for grown‑ups: logistics, flights, and pre‑ or post‑cruise stays are carefully orchestrated, so you can focus on learning, exploring, and ending the day with a well‑earned glass of wine while stories and photos from the day are shared around the lounge. 

 Atlas Ocean Voyages is made for travelers who crave luxe-adventure—intimate, all-inclusive yacht-style expeditions that blend relaxed luxury with immersive discovery in some of the world’s most extraordinary destinations.

When you reserve your Atlas journey with River and Vine Travel, that spirit of exploration is personalized around your travel style and wish list, from choosing the right polar-class yacht and itinerary to arranging air, pre- and post-stays, and special experiences, so your voyage feels effortlessly seamless and distinctly yours.

Ponant expeditions blend true small‑ship adventure with a distinctly French sense of style—think polar ice and remote islands by day, fine cuisine and excellent wine by night. 

Their intimate, high‑end ships carry far fewer guests than traditional cruise lines, which means quieter decks, attentive service, and the ability to slip into hidden coves, polar bays, and lesser‑visited ports that bigger ships simply cannot reach. 

For River and Vine travelers, Ponant feels like taking your favorite boutique hotel and placing it at the edge of the world: you explore by Zodiac with expert naturalists, return to a warm, elegant ship, and enjoy thoughtfully paired food and wine while every detail of the journey—flights, hotels, and timing—is curated so the experience flows as smoothly as a great vintage. 

Seabourn’s expeditions take the comfort of an ultra‑luxury yacht and aim it straight at the wild parts of the map—Antarctica, the Arctic, the Amazon, and beyond—so you can explore by Zodiac, kayak, or even submarine by day and return to ocean‑front suites and extraordinary dining at night.  Their purpose‑built expedition ships, Venture and Pursuit, carry a full expedition team of naturalists and specialists who help you understand what you’re seeing, while spacious decks, refined lounges, and a quietly attentive crew keep the onboard atmosphere relaxed rather than formal.

For River and Vine travelers, a Seabourn expedition feels like taking a well‑cellared wine on a grand adventure: every landing is carefully orchestrated, every detail of your flights and pre‑/post‑cruise stays is curated, and each evening ends in a setting where you can savor both the day’s discoveries and a very good glass of wine in unhurried comfort.

Silversea Expeditions pairs ultra‑luxury, all‑suite ships with some of the most remote corners of the planet—Antarctica, the Arctic, Galápagos, and beyond—so you can step into wild landscapes by Zodiac with expert guides, then return to butler‑served comfort and thoughtful, destination‑driven cuisine.  

Their purpose‑built expedition vessels, including Silver Endeavour and Silver Origin, offer one of the highest ratios of expedition staff, Zodiacs, and space per guest at sea, which keeps outings small, flexible, and deeply immersive rather than cookie‑cutter.

For River and Vine travelers, a Silversea expedition feels like decanting a great bottle for a special occasion: every landing and lecture is curated to deepen your sense of place, while flights, hotels, and pre‑ and post‑cruise stays are woven around your sailing so the entire journey—from first glass of Champagne on board to last vineyard or city stay—flows smoothly and memorably.