Arctic Cruises
Experience the magical land of icy fjords, jagged mountains, and immense glaciers on an Arctic adventure cruise. Icebreakers cut through the dense polar ice to access areas previously visited by only the most daring explorers. Comfortable expedition vessels glide travelers beyond the Arctic Circle through dramatic ice floes to walk in the footsteps of the Vikings or marvel at the breaching of a humpback whale. A trip to the Arctic offers rare wildlife, intense natural beauty and unique cultures that have survived in one of the most extreme environments on Earth. During a cruise of the Arctic enjoy the celebrated landscapes of Greenland, Iceland, Canada, Norway, Finland, Russia, Scottish Isles, as well as a trip to the distant and remote North Pole, Svalbard and Norway's volcanic Jan Mayen island.
Expedition Cruise Ships
Spacious, comfortable passenger vessels designed for smooth sailing with deluxe accommodations and services. These ships offer larger cabins, as well as deluxe amenities such as roomier public areas, lounges and bars, gift shops, and fitness facilities.
Arctic Tours by Land |
Ship Highlights
| $3,920*5-9 days | |
 | Think African Safari…in the Arctic
These land based trips are operated from either cabins and lodges, safari style camps located on the sea ice within ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Narwhal & Polar Bear Safari | 8 | May, Jun | Arctic |  |
| Baffin Island Dive Safari | 8 | May | Arctic | |
| Walrus and Bowhead Safari | 7 | Jul | Arctic | |
| Great Migrations of the Northwest ... | 8 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Polar Bears & Glaciers of Baffin Island | 7 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Polar Bear Migration Fly-in Photo Safari | 5 | Oct, Nov | Arctic | |
| Torngat Mountains Wildlife, Culture & ... | 9 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Torngat Mountains Wildlife, Culture & ... | 6 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Autumn Caribou Migration & Northern ... | 8 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Arctic Reflections: Adventures in Yoga ... | 7 | Aug | Arctic | |
MV Plancius |
Ship Highlights
| $1,900*8-13 days | |
 | M/V “Plancius” started her life in 1976 as an oceanographic research vessel for the Royal Dutch Navy and was named “Hr. Ms. Tydeman”. In June 2004, the vessel ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Spitsbergen | 8 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Around Spitsbergen | 10 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| Spitsbergen - Basecamp Plancius | 10 | Jul | Arctic | |
| Fair Isle-Jan Mayen-Spitsbergen Whale ... | 12 | Jun | Arctic: Norway Europe: Netherlands, Norway, Scotland, United Kingdom | |
| Around Spitsbergen with Kvitøya | 11 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Polar Bear Special - North Spitsbergen | 8 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Northeast Greenland | 13 | Aug, Sep | Arctic | |
| Whale Safari - Fair Isle - Jan Mayen - ... | 10 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Polar Bear Special | 8 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis | 8 | Sep | Arctic | |
Noorderlicht |
Ship Highlights
| $1,800*6-16 days | |
 | The ‘Noorderlicht’ was originally built in 1910 in Flensburg, Germany as a three-masted schooner. For most of her existence she served as a light-vessel on the ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Spitsbergen | 12 | May, Jun, Jul, Sep | Arctic | |
| Around Spitsbergen | 16 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| South Spitsbergen & Aurora Borealis | 8 | Sep, Oct | Arctic | |
| Lofoten & Aurora Borealis | 8 | Oct, Nov | Arctic | |
| North Spitsbergen - Aurora Borealis | 8 | Sep | Arctic | |
| West Spitsbergen - Aurora Borealis | 6 | Oct | Arctic | |
Ocean Nova (PQ) |
Ship Highlights
| $4,590*9-14 days | |
 | The expedition vessel Ocean Nova is a sister ship to the popular Quest. She was built in Denmark in 1992 and in 2004/2005 she was completely refurbished and ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Polar Bear Quest | 9 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Northeast Greenland & Iceland | 14 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Exploration of Svalbard | 11 | Jul | Arctic | |
Ortelius |
Ship Highlights
| $1,900*8-13 days | |
 | The ice-strengthened vessel “Ortelius” is an excellent vessel for Polar expedition cruises in the Arctic and Antarctica, providing us with possibilities to ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whale Safari - Fair Isle - Jan Mayen - ... | 12 | May, Jun | Arctic | |
| Whale Safari - Fair Isle - Jan Mayen - ... | 10 | May, Jun | Arctic | |
| North Spitsbergen Polar Bear Special | 8 | Jun, Aug | Arctic | |
| Around Spitsbergen | 10 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| Around Spitsbergen with Kvitøya | 11 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Northeast Greenland | 13 | Aug | Arctic | |
| East Greenland, Scoresby Sund & ... | 8 | Sep | Arctic | |
Quest |
Ship Highlights
| $4,590*9-11 days | |
 | The Quest welcomes you to an exciting polar cruise. This ship was built in Denmark with the original purpose to serve as a ferry on Greenland's west coast. In ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exploration of Svalbard | 11 | Jul, Aug, Sep | Arctic | |
| Polar Bear Quest | 9 | May, Jun, Jul | Arctic | |
| Lofoten, Bear Island & Svalbard | 10 | May | Arctic | |
Rembrandt van Rijn |
Ship Highlights
| $1,640*8-15 days | |
 | S/V ‘Rembrandt Van Rijn’ was built as a herring lugger early last century. The vessel was rebuilt as a three-mast passenger sailing schooner in he ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umanak 2013 | 11 | Jun | Arctic | |
| West & South Greenland Aurora Celestis | 15 | Sep | Arctic | |
| Disko Bay - Umanak | 15 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| Alpine Peaks of West Greenland - Ski ... | 8 | Apr, May | Arctic | |
| Disko Bay: Whale Safari & Aurora ... | 8 | May, Jun, Sep | Arctic | |
| South Greenland Aurora Celestis | 8 | Sep | Arctic | |
| West Greenland Aurora Celestis | 8 | Sep | Arctic | |
| West Greenland - Ski and Sail from Nuuk | 8 | Apr | Arctic | |
| Umanak 2014 | 12 | Jun, Jul | Arctic | |
Sea Adventurer (AC) |
Ship Highlights
| $2,995*11-17 days | |
 | Sea Adventurer is a handsome expedition vessel reminiscent of the days of the great ocean liners, with lots of varnished wood and brass. Formerly known ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arctic Explorer | 11 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| Heart of the Arctic | 13 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Into The Northwest Passage | 15 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Greenland and Wild Labrador | 14 | Sep | Arctic | |
| Newfoundland Circumnavigation | 11 | Jun, Sep | Arctic North America: Canada | |
| Out of the Northwest Passage | 17 | Aug | Arctic: Greenland | |
| Arctic Safari | 11 | Jul | Arctic | |
| Scotland to Greenland | 13 | Jun | Arctic: Greenland, Iceland Europe: Greenland, Iceland, Scotland, United Kingdom | |
Sea Explorer (QU) |
Ship Highlights
| $5,495*13-15 days | |
 | The Sea Explorer is one of the finest polar adventure ship operating today. She was built in 1991 and was refurbished in 2004 in Norway.
Her proud ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arctic Quest: Greenland to Churchill | 15 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| In the Footsteps of Franklin: ... | 13 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Epic High Arctic: Baffin Island Explorer | 13 | Sep | Arctic | |
Ice Breaker Ships
Former ice breaker research ships converted to passenger vessels. These larger ships offer many deluxe amenities including fitness facilities, gift shops, and multiple bars and lounges, but maintain the expeditionary style and feel of former "working" ships.
50 Years of Victory |
Ship Highlights
| $23,995*14 days | |
 | Designed for Arctic cruises to the North Pole, the "50 Years of Victory" is the largest, most sophisticated, and powerful icebreaker ever constructed. Twenty ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Pole | 14 | Jun | Arctic | |
| North Pole 2014: Ultimate Arctic ... | 14 | Jun | Arctic | |
50 Years of Victory (PO) |
Ship Highlights
| $23,995*14 days | |
 | The 50 Years of Victory is the largest and most modern nuclear-powered icebreaker vessel in the world. For those with an appreciate for such vessels, the ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| To the Top of the World | 14 | Jul | Arctic | |
Spirit of Enderby |
Ship Highlights
| $7,600*13-17 days | |
 | The Spirit of Enderby is perfect for expedition travel. It carries just 48 passengers in very comfortable accommodations with semi-private and private bath ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| In the Wake of the Bering Sea | 14 | Jun | Arctic: Russia Asia: Russia Europe: Russia | |
| Across the Top of the World | 15 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Jewel of the Russian Far East | 13 | Sep | Arctic | |
| Sea of Okhotsk | 17 | Jun | Arctic Asia: Russia | |
Luxury Expedition Ships
These expedition cruise ships offer luxury 5-star amenities and services. Whether you're gliding along the rivers of West Africa or plunging through the icy waters of Antarctica, you'll enjoy the detailed touches onboard that make these luxury vessels. These vessels allow travelers the opportunity to take advantage of the adventurous land excursions and up-close wildlife viewing that is best experienced on a small expedition ship without sacrificing the creature comforts traditionally found on much larger cruise ships.
Island Sky |
Ship Highlights
| $13,970*19 days | |
 | Built in 1992 and recently refurbished, the Island Sky is a spacious, yet intimate, expedition vessel. Public spaces available include a large lounge, elegant ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Across the Arctic Circle: Iceland and ... | 19 | Jun | Arctic | |
Le Boreal |
Ship Highlights
| $11,995*15 days | |
 | Strength and style
'Le Boreal' features elegant design and innovative state-of-the-art marine technology. The vessel boasts a convenient and sensible ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Norway to Iceland: Polar Bear Country | 15 | Jul | Arctic | |
Le Boreal (CDP) |
Ship Highlights
| $4,116*8-15 days | |
 | A superb mega-yacht with 132 cabins, the Le Boreal is the fruit of the expertise of the Italian and sophistication of the French. Le Boréal remains faithful to ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland | 8 | Jul, Aug | Arctic: Iceland | |
| Around Greenland | 14 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Iceland to Greenland | 11 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Greenland to Canada | 15 | Sep | Arctic | |
Le Soleal |
Ship Highlights
| $4,274*7-21 days | |
 | A sleek silhouette, a welcoming intimate atmosphere, discover aboard the ship Le Soleal the philosophy that has made her sister ships such a success: the ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland, Vikings Country: In the Heart ... | 7 | Jul | Arctic: Iceland | |
| Greenland from East to West | 15 | Jul | Arctic | |
| Meeting with Inuits in the Baffin Sea | 14 | Aug | Arctic | |
| The Mythical Northwest Passage | 21 | Aug | Arctic | |
| In the Heart of the Chukotka | 9 | Sep | Arctic | |
| Brown Bears of Kamchatka | 12 | Sep | Arctic | |
| Fire Ring of the Kuril Islands | 11 | Oct | Arctic | |
National Geographic Explorer |
Ship Highlights
| $1,820*8-17 days | |
 | The National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship accommodating 148 guests in 81 outside cabins. It is fully stabilized, enabling it to ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arctic Quest: Greenland and the ... | 17 | Jul, Aug | Arctic: Greenland | |
| Fabled Lands of the North: Greenland, ... | 15 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Along the Viking Trail: From Iceland to ... | 11 | Jul | Arctic: Greenland, Iceland | |
| Beyond the North Cape: Norway's Fjords ... | 15 | May | Arctic: Norway Europe: Norway | |
| Land of Ice Bears: An In-Depth ... | 10 | Jun | Arctic: Norway Europe: Norway | |
| Circumnavigation of Iceland | 9 | Jul | Arctic: Iceland | |
| Norways Fjords & Arctic Svalbard | 17 | May | Arctic: Norway Europe: Norway | |
| The Canadian Maritimes - Celebrating ... | 8 | Sep | Arctic North America: Canada | |
Sea Spirit |
Ship Highlights
| $4,295*9-14 days | |
 | Sail aboard the luxurious Sea Spirit and you'll experience Antarctica in grand style. This 112-passenger vessel is one of the most spacious and luxurious ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Spitsbergen: Polar Bear ... | 9 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Spitsbergen Explorer: Wildlife Capital ... | 11 | Jun | Arctic | |
| Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: Big ... | 13 | Jul | Arctic | |
| Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, ... | 14 | Aug | Arctic: Greenland, Iceland | |
| Greenland Explorer: Valleys and Fjords | 14 | Aug | Arctic: Greenland, Iceland | |
| East Greenland: Northern Lights | 14 | Sep | Arctic: Greenland, Iceland | |
| Three Arctic Islands 2014: Iceland, ... | 14 | Aug, Sep | Arctic | |
| East Greenland 2014: Northern Lights | 14 | Sep | Arctic | |
Silver Explorer |
Ship Highlights
| $5,550*8-18 days | |
 | Embark on a luxurious expedition to the best far-flung destinations in the world aboard Silver Explorer (formerly known as the Prince Albert II), a ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Majestic Fjords & Arctic Svalbard | 13 | Jun | Arctic: Norway Europe: Denmark, Norway | |
| Expedition Svalbard | 11 | Jun, Jul | Arctic | |
| Expedition Spitsbergen | 8 | Jul | Arctic | |
| North Atlantic Adventure | 18 | Sep | Arctic North America: Canada | |
| Norwegian Fjords & Arctic Svalbard | 13 | Jun | Arctic: Norway Europe: Norway | |
| Svalbard & Scoresby Sund | 15 | Jul | Arctic: Greenland, Iceland, Norway Europe: Greenland, Iceland, Norway | |
| Expedition Greenland | 13 | Jul | Arctic | |
Research Ships
Former research ships refurbished for small-group passenger travel. These ships feature large decks and open bridges, but maintain the expeditionary feel of their former status. Offer economical options for solo travelers who want to share accommodations with other passengers in a wide range of cabin categories.
Akademik Ioffe |
Ship Highlights
| $4,990*10-12 days | |
 | Designed for polar research, the Akademik Ioffe is modern, comfortable, safe and ice-strengthened. From small group sessions to briefings for all passengers, ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East of the Arctic | 12 | Jul | Arctic | |
| Maritime Wildlife Adventure | 10 | Jul | Arctic | |
| Baffin Island & Greenland Explorer | 11 | Aug | Arctic | |
| Canada's Northwest Passage | 12 | Aug | Arctic | |
Akademik Sergey Vavilov |
Ship Highlights
| $4,490*10-11 days | |
 | The Akademik Sergey Vavilov (ON) is widely recognized as the best expedition-style cruise vessel operating in Polar waters. She's a well-equipped, ice-rated ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spitsbergen Explorer | 11 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| Spitsbergen Explorer | 10 | Jun | Arctic: Norway | |
Polar Pioneer |
Ship Highlights
| $5,900*11-14 days | |
 | Polar Pioneer was built in Finland in 1985 as an ice-strengthened research ship, and for many years she plied the treacherous waters of the USSR's northern ... | ||
| Itinerary | Days | Months | Destinations | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wild Scotland | 11 | Jun | Arctic Europe: Scotland | |
| Across the Arctic Circle: Scotland, ... | 14 | Jul | Arctic: Norway Europe: Norway, Scotland | |
| Spitsbergen Odyssey | 11 | Jul, Aug | Arctic | |
| Jewels of the Arctic | 14 | Aug | Arctic | |
