Luxury cruises, designed around you.
River, ocean and expedition voyages, planned by one advisor from first idea to final port.
Same published cruise rates. Zero extra booking fees. Exclusive Virtuoso perks unlocked.
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Why travelers plan with White Lotus
The right ship
Matched to how you
like to travel, not a
brochure.
The right stateroom
Location and view
chosen with care, away from noise.
Same fare, more perks
Book at the cruise line’s fare, often with extras such as onboard credit.
One advocate
One advisor before, during and after, with hotels, flights and tours if you want them.
Three steps. No pressure.
Tell us your vision
Four quick questions, about 60 seconds
Talk with Josh
A complimentary call to compare lines and routes
Get your proposal
Ship, route, and suite options with Virtuoso perks
Your advisor
Josh Scheer
ASTA Verified travel advisor with decades of international travel experience and direct relationships with leading river, ocean and expedition lines through Virtuoso.
Josh Scheer was a great help to us in planning our trip! I worked with him as part of a large group trying to plan a birthday cruise, and he made it happen.
We used White Lotus Travel Design for the first time and it wont be the last. That was the best trip we ever took in a very long time.
I’ve taken five European trips with White Lotus Travel Design and each trip was remarkable. I’ve been to Scotland, France, Germany, Austria, Belgium, and The Netherlands with White Lotus Travel Design.
Frequently Asked Questions
Before you book
Answers to common questions about luxury river, ocean and expedition cruises.
Why book with White Lotus and not the cruise line?
You pay the same published fare. The cruise lines compensate us, so there is no extra cost for booking your cruise. Through Virtuoso you often receive added amenities such as onboard credit, plus one advisor who handles every detail.
What does a luxury cruise cost?
Luxury river and ocean cruises often start between $6,000 and $12,000 per couple for a 7-night sailing, and ultra-luxury or extended suite journeys run $12,000 to $100,000 or more. Expedition voyages and world cruises typically cost more. Airfare is separate.
How far ahead should I book?
Premier ships are small, so the best suites and peak sailings sell out early. Nine to 14 months ahead is common for popular seasons, and expeditions and world cruises often book even earlier.
Can you arrange flights, hotels and tours too?
Yes. White Lotus provides complete door-to-door journey design. We routinely coordinate private tarmac/airport chauffeur transfers, 5-star hotel accommodations with Virtuoso breakfast and room upgrade perks, private experiences, private guided city or vineyard tours before or after your sailing. One advisor plans your whole trip.