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Ocean, river and expedition cruises
Luxury cruises, planned by people who sail them
From Explora Journeys in the Mediterranean to the Galápagos and the great rivers of Europe, we match you to the right ship, the right suite and the right voyage.
We have sailed with the lines we recommend, and we look after the whole trip: flights at sensible times, a night or two in a lovely hotel before you board, private transfers and every detail in between. Booking with us costs no more than booking direct with the cruise line.
Why cruise with Huben
We sail, so you can choose with confidence
We sailed EXPLORA I from Istanbul to Genoa with two of our most seasoned cruising guests, calling at Athens, Mykonos and Patmos along the way. Our verdict: the most relaxed, contemporary luxury we have found at sea, with food to rival the best restaurants on land.
Louise, our marketing manager, sailed Riverside Ravel through Burgundy and came home talking about her suite, the regional French cooking and watching the crew lower the sun deck bar and canopies to slip under the low bridges of the Saône.
Our guests sail with lines such as Silversea too, so our advice comes from first-hand experience and real feedback, not brochures.
The cruise lines we book
- Cunard
- Explora Journeys
- Four Seasons Yachts
- Oceania Cruises
- Ponant
- Regent Seven Seas Cruises
- Riverside Luxury Cruises
- The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
- Seabourn
- SeaDream Yacht Club
- Silversea
- Star Clippers
- Uniworld Boutique River Cruises
We also book P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises and Celebrity Cruises.
Cruises we know well
Choose your way to sail
Every cruise line has its own personality, and the right one makes all the difference. Here is where we would start.
Explora Journeys
All-suite ships with private terraces, superb food and a relaxed, contemporary feel, with drinks, Wi-Fi and gratuities included.
Explore Explora Journeys
Riverside Luxury Cruises
All-suite river ships from the family behind the Seaside Collection hotels, with butler service and wonderful regional food and wine.
Explore Riverside
Expedition cruises
Small ships, expert naturalists and wildlife encounters you will never forget, with the comfort of a luxury hotel.
Explore expedition cruises
The luxury ocean lines
How the leading luxury lines compare, from Regent's all-inclusive fares to yacht-style sailing, so you can find the one that suits you.
Compare the lines
Cruise and stay
Flights, hotel stays, private transfers and travel insurance, all arranged around your sailing dates.
Plan the whole tripOcean, river or expedition?
How they compare
Three very different ways to travel. Here is how we explain them to our guests.
| Topic | Ocean | River | Expedition |
|---|---|---|---|
| The idea | A floating luxury hotel that brings you somewhere new most days, with days at sea to unwind. | Gentle journeys through the heart of Europe, mooring close to historic towns and famous wine regions. | Remote places such as the Galápagos and Antarctica, explored by Zodiac with expert naturalist guides. |
| Ship size | From under 100 guests on the smallest yachts to around 3,000 on Cunard's Queen Anne. | Around 110 to 160 guests on Riverside's ships. | Usually 100 to 250 guests, and no more than 100 in the Galápagos. |
| Voyage length | Usually 7 to 14 nights, or combine voyages for a longer journey. | From 3 nights to around 2 weeks. | Around 7 nights in the Galápagos. Antarctica from 6 days by fly-cruise to 3 weeks or more. |
| Best for | First-time cruisers, food lovers and anyone who loves waking up somewhere new. | Wine, culture and scenery at an easy, unhurried pace. | Wildlife lovers and adventurous travellers who still want real comfort. |
| Our tip | Choose a line for its atmosphere as much as its itinerary. We will tell you which one suits you. | Ask for a suite with a panoramic window. The view from your bed is half the joy. | Book early, as the smallest ships and the best suites go first. |
What our cruise guests say
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 88 reviews on Trustpilot
Our guests often mention Ben, Hugh, Ashlie and the team by name. We think that says it all.
Read our reviewsFrom our blog
First-hand from the deck
Our time on board EXPLORA I
Our verdict after sailing from Istanbul to Genoa: the suites, the service, and why Anthology was the standout of the whole voyage.
Read our review
Burgundy Bliss on Riverside Ravel
Louise's three nights on the Saône, from château visits and cheese tastings to the bridges that skim the top deck.
Read Louise's story