USA

Small Ship Cruises & Expeditions

Uncover a New Side of the USA with Small Ship Cruising

From the glaciers and rugged fjords of Alaska to the Hawaiian Island dream of golden sands and tropical forest, the USA is as varying as it is vast. Taking this into account, as well as the epic river cruising and Great Lakes escapades of the mainland, the USA is best suited to true adventurers and is best explored by the nimbleness of a small ship to really appreciate the full scope of experiences to be had.

USA Highlights

Benefits of Booking with Wild Earth Travel

Wild Earth Travel is owned and operated by expedition leaders with over 30 years of experience creating, leading, and voyaging on expeditions around the globe.

• We Are Travellers. We've led small ship cruises to some of the world's most remote and fascinating places – and we love sharing our knowledge with you!

• Unbiased Advice. Our recommendations are based on personal experience, helping us match you with the small ship and itinerary that best suit your needs.

• Widest Choice. We offer over 2,000 itineraries on more than 250 small ships, and there are few vessels or destinations we haven’t experienced first-hand.

• Pay in Your Currency. Choose to pay in AUD, NZD, USD, EUR or GBP – aligned with the ship operator’s currency to avoid extra fees. As a trusted Australasian company, we provide a secure and tailored booking process.

• Personalised Service. From packing lists to pre- and post-cruise transfers and accommodation, we ensure you’re fully prepared. Some voyages also offer optional add-on activities.

• We Know the USA. From whale watching out at sea, to lake and river cruising, the USA offer many adventure options, but what kind of trip are you looking for? With a firsthand experience cruising the USA, we will find the right trip for you! 

Featured USA Cruises

Below is a selection of the expedition cruises we offer in The USA. Our collection ranges from 4 to 21 days, and from adventure and expedition to luxury-style ships.

North America / Alaska

Glacier Bay Adventure Cruise with 2 Days in Glacier Bay - Alaska Expedition

8 days from
$550 USD per day
North America / Alaska

Alaska’s Fjords & Glaciers with Ketchikan - Adventure Cruise

8 days from
$550 USD per day
North America / East Coast (USA)

From Québec to the Big Apple: Nature & Remarkable Cities

14 days from
$1,247 AUD per day
North America / Great Lakes

A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

9 days from
$1,433 AUD per day
North America / East Coast (USA)

Grand Heartland Cruise - Along America’s Most Iconic Waterway

16 days from
$653 USD per day
North America / West Coast (USA)

Hawaiian Seascapes - Molokai, Lana‘i, Maui, & Hawaii the Big Island

8 days from
$863 USD per day

If you'd like to learn about some of our other USA itineraries, please contact us. You may also be interested in specific North American destinations including Alaska, West Coast USA or the Great America Waterways.

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We look forward to helping you plan an incredible adventure to the USA

Choose Your Adventure!