Premier Small Ship & Yacht Cruises
Browse some of our small ship & yacht or expedition cruise itineraries below and then give us a call to discuss your custom travel plans with a specialist. These itineraries provide a unique perspective on our destinations and often offer the opportunity to see areas that can only be visited by water. Cruising also offers great opportunities for in-depth exploration of local ecosystems in the company of skilled guides. Our first-class and luxury small ship cruises have various start dates throughout the year and can be matched to your travel schedule and combined with our land-based itineraries.
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Discover why our discerning travelers rate us 5-stars.





Galapagos Small Ship & Yacht List
Review our Carefully Vetted Selection of Top Vessels Offering 4 to 8 Day Cruises


Australis Small Ship Patagonia Cruises
Cruise On A First Class Small Ship Through Patagonia’s Waterways


Amazon River Cruises
Explore the Amazon on a Riverboat Cruise


Galapagos Charters
A Completely Private Galapagos Cruising Experience


Antarctica Expedition Vessels
Choose from our list of the top vessels in each category

Why Cruise with Vaya?

We're TRUE specialists
We’ve not only traveled there, we’ve lived there. Our smart and engaging specialists are all current or former expatriates with years of experience in the region.

Uplifting service
From the first phone call to after you get back, we're here for you every step of the way. We listen, create, customize and advocate for you, and design experiences that go beyond the expected.

Thoughtful, respectful travel
Our discerning sensibility and good taste go beyond just choices in hotels and top guides; we have a walk the walk commitment to the environment and are genuine leaders in conservation efforts.