ocean cruise line
Aurora Expeditions
3 ships in the fleet
Why Book With Waterways Cruise?
Four decades of expertise, one dedicated advisor, and every detail handled — from your front door to the gangway and back.
Personal Service — Your Own Cruise Concierge
One dedicated advisor who knows your name and your preferences — not a call center, and never a stranger. Same person, start to finish.
Tailor-Made — 100% Custom-Built
This is not a package. Flights, hotels, transfers and shore days — all planned from scratch around how you actually like to travel.
Expertise — 40+ Years in Travel
Founded by J. Richard, a four-decade veteran of the travel industry, and solely focused on premium river and ocean cruising.
Security — Book With Total Confidence
A proud member of Signature Travel Network — with shipboard credits, exclusive perks, and your vacation investment protected.
Aurora Expeditions is an award-winning, Australian-owned pioneer in global expedition cruising, renowned for its small-ship adventures to polar and remote regions. Utilizing state-of-the-art vessels featuring the revolutionary X-BOW design for smoother sailing, Aurora prioritizes environmental responsibility and deep destination immersion. With a maximum of 132 passengers, the line fosters an intimate, camaraderie-rich environment led by expert naturalists and historians. From sea kayaking and scuba diving in Antarctica to cultural encounters in the Arctic, Aurora Expeditions delivers rugged, active, and deeply educational adventures without compromising on comfortable, modern onboard amenities.