Compare the 17 Best Small Cruise Ship Lines
Cruise Critic showcases our top picks for small ship (below 300 passenger) cruises.
12 Top Cruises on Small Ships - U.S. News Travel
Jun 9, 2022 · What is a small ship cruise? From expedition cruises to voyages to small ports, these small ship cruises can reach destinations the large cruise ships can't.
Our Readers’ Favorite Small-ship Ocean Cruise Lines of 2025
Jul 8, 2025 · The best small-ship ocean cruise lines in our annual "World’s Best Awards" survey for 2025 are ideal for travelers seeking adventure, exploration, and even luxury.
The Small Cruise Ship Collection
At The Small Cruise Ship Collection, we only do small ship cruises - Our smallest 'ship' carries just 8 people - and most fewer than 250. Most carry 40-100 passengers, and this has many …
10 Best Small Cruise Lines for the Trip of a Lifetime - AAA
Apr 9, 2024 · Skip the crowds and book a small cruise for your next cruise. Our list of the 10 best small cruise lines has something for every budget and destination.
The 5 Best Cruises on Smaller Ships - AFAR
Dec 16, 2024 · These are some of the world’s best cruises on smaller ships—with no more than 500 passengers aboard—complete with suggested itineraries.
The 18 best small cruise ships sailing the world
Mar 18, 2023 · Here are 18 of the world's best ocean-going small cruise ships, both older and new. Each carries fewer than 400 passengers and all are ideal for your next intimately sized …
American Cruise Destinations | Explore the U.S. by Small Ship
Sail to America's most beautiful destinations with American Cruise Lines. Experience the coasts, islands, and waterways of the United States aboard small modern ships.
Expert Small Ship Cruise Reviews & Tips | QuirkyCruise
QuirkyCruise is THE source for reviews, news & round-ups about unusual & small-ship cruises under 300 passengers, from river boats to canal barges, sailing ships, coastal cruisers & …
Big adventures, small ships—26 of the best voyages to book for …
Jan 5, 2026 · From cargo-passenger hybrids in French Polynesia to glamorous riverboats on the Nile, small ships offer a more intimate, adventurous way of exploring the world.