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Polar bears in the Arctic
$8,691
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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Sail to the far north
  • Watch for polar bears
  • Explore the Arctic landscapes
  • Admire the Svalbard archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Spitsbergen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take this epic voyage to attempt to find a way through the Arctic’s ever-changing sea ice and venture above the 80th parallel north. If the ice allows, complete a circumnavigation of the island of Spitsbergen, and visit some other highlights of the Svalbard archipelago. Spend time exploring …
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Fair Isle
$11,495
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Discover Fair Isle
  • Experience Faroe Islands
  • Explore Jan Mayen
Starts / Ends:
Aberdeen / Helsinki
Activities:
Hiking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Aberdeen to Helsinki aboard the Ultramarine. This expedition takes you to some of the world's most remote islands, blending history, culture, and the mesmerizing midnight sun. Traverse the North Atlantic, encountering the rugged beauty of the Arctic, …
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Svalbard Walrus
$12,015
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Ice Waterfalls, Wildlife & Arctic Colors Svalbard Autumn Photo Tour

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Kinfish
  • Discover Prins Karls Forland
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Experience Arctic
  • Explore Longyearbyen
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Kinfish. This expedition explores the eastern region of Svalbard, aiming to capture the spectacular meltwater waterfalls of the Austfonna Ice Cap, a rare and captivating phenomenon during the summer months. Experience …
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
$4,000
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North Spitsbergen - Basecamp

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Search for the King of the Arctic
  • Enjoy excursions in Zodiacs
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Watch thousands of birds
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Exploring historic sites and plant life. Watch for minke whales in Isfjorden. Visit Ny Alesund in Kongsfjorden, a mining and research hub with vibrant bird colonies. Hike remnants in Amsterdamoya and enjoy views from …
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Unforgettable shades of blue
$13,100
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23 Days Extensive Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Akureyri - 23 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Explore seldom-visited Kvitøya
  • Catch walruses at Kraemerpynten
  • Navigate Greenland's rugged coast
  • Explore Myggebugten
  • Trip to Akureyri, Iceland
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on this 23-day expedition cruise from Longyearbyen in Spitsbergen, sailing through the high Arctic's mesmerizing landscapes. Encounter the King of the Arctic, walruses, reindeer, and diverse bird species amidst pristine waters. Explore Kvitøya's remote beauty, paying homage to …
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Arctic puffins
$10,095
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Arctic Odyssey: Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Experience East Greenland
  • Explore Svalbard
  • Discover West Fjords of Iceland
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Sea Spirit. Begin your adventure in Reykjavik, where you can immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture and sample delicious Icelandic cuisine. Set sail in the afternoon, enjoying panoramic views as you sail through Faxaflói, with the …
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A sow and her cubs
$11,037
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Circumnavigating the Svalbard Archipelago

12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Discover the center of Svalbard
  • Explore Spitsbergen National Park
  • View Svalbard's reindeer population
  • Visit Nature Reserve of Svalbard
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the MS Spitsbergen for a 12-day expedition that is considered the ultimate Svalbard cruise. Starting in Norway's amazing Arctic frontier town, get a chance to discover the many things to do in Longyearbyen. Next, set sail and travel well above the 80th parallel to place you closer than …
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
$33,990
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Norwegian Fjords & Crossing the Arctic Circle

Bergen - Oslo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Cruise through Sognefjord and Flåm
  • Explore Art Nouveau architecture
  • Sail through Geirangerfjord
  • Cruise past Lofoten Islands
Starts / Ends:
Bergen / Oslo
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 16-day adventure aboard the Scenic Eclipse as travelers journey through Norway's stunning fjords and cross the Arctic Circle. Depart from Bergen and sail along the picturesque Norwegian coastline. Cruise through Sognefjord, visit Flåm, and enjoy a scenic railway journey. …
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Scattered houses of Tromso
$14,810
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From the Northern Lights to the Polar Night

Tromso - Lakselv - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore the Paris of the North
  • Witness the Northern Lights in Alta
  • Discover Hammerfest
  • Sail by Bear Island
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set off on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot with British Photo Ambassador Ian Dawsonstarting in Tromso and ending in Lakselv. Explore Tromsø, the "Paris of the north," with its neoclassical architecture and iconic Arctic Cathedral. Witness the Northern Lights in Alta …
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Polar bears in the Arctic
$4,300
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Polar Bears, Bowhead Whales & More

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Witness Spitsbergen's beauty
  • Encounter the grandeur of Raudfjord
  • Watch for Greenland and minke whale
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day North Spitsbergen Explorer cruise aboard MV Plancius. Departing from Longyearbyen, explore the icy waters of Isfjorden, keeping an eye out for minke whales.Journey into the pack ice and along rugged north Spitsbergen's remote shores. Marvel at Raudfjord's glaciers and …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$4,600
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North Spitsbergen - Kvitoya - Farthest North

9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Search for polar bears on pack ice
  • Enjoy excursions in Zodiacs
  • Visit Kvitoya
  • Sail through Krossfjorden scenery
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 9-day scenic expedition cruise aboard the MV Hondius takes you through North Spitsbergen. ExploreSvalbard's northern region to experience the breathtaking scenery and fascinating animals. Touch down on Kvitya, a location with historical value and a sizable walrus population. Join your …
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Unforgettable shades of blue
$7,000
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Longyearbyen- Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe cathedral-like icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 14-day voyage starts in Longyearbyen (Spitsbergen), sailing along the Northeast coast of Greenland and ending in Akureyri (Iceland). Approaching Greenland attempt to sail through the sea ice into Foster Bugt, making your first landing at Myggebugten. Beyond the old hunters’ hut (in the …
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
$7,000
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe cathedral-like icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 14-day voyage starts in Longyearbyen (Spitsbergen), sailing along the Northeast coast of Greenland and ending in Akureyri (Iceland). Approaching Greenland attempt to sail through the sea ice into Foster Bugt, making your first landing at Myggebugten. Beyond the old hunters’ hut (in the …
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Polar bear in Svalbard
$13,955
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Natural Wonders of Svalbard Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Explore Svalbard during the summer
  • Visit Prins Karls Foreland
  • Enjoy hiking & seeing reindeers
  • Observe for whales in Isfjord
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the breathtaking wilderness of Svalbard in the summertime, when the sun never sets, on this 10-day Svalbard Micro Cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Your journey begins in Longyearbyen before sailing through Adventfjord, it also includes a stop at Prins Karls Foreland, where you can step …
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Hiking
$32,970
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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Discover the Nordaustlandet
  • Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
  • Sail through Hinlopen Strait
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Skiing, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day exploration of the north-east of Greenland. Unveil mythical places connected with the history of the Arctic discovery as you journey to the Ammassalik, Blosseville, and Ittoqqortoormiit regions. Then set sail through the drifting ice floes of the North Pole …
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An polar bear makes its way across the rocks.
$14,195
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Across the Arctic Circle

15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Visit strongholds of Scottish clans
  • Encounter Neolithic sites
  • Search polar bears and walrus
  • Experience Svalbard
Starts / Ends:
Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Onboard the Greg Mortimer, embark on a 15-day Arctic Circle expedition cruise. The Orkney and Shetland Islands reveal a rich Scottish heritage, while Vikings, fjords, and fishing communities appear along Norway's stunning coastline, including a visit to the famous Lofoten Islands. Crossing the …
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Beautiful view of Spitsbergen.
$6,795
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Crossing the Arctic Circle, Jan Mayen & Svalbard

13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Enjoy Edinburg's unique charm
  • Explore St. Magnus Cathedral
  • Explore Spitsbergen & its wildlife
  • Visit Kirkjubøur
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Sea Spirit to join this 13-day Arctic cruise from Edinburgh, Scotland to Longyearbyen, Norway. Long days and short nights give you ample opportunity to experience this region the way the Vikings did centuries ago. Enjoy stops in the Faroe Islands, Kirkwall, and the Shetland Islands before …
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Kayaking
$49,990
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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Nome - Longyearbyen - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Set sail through the ice floe
  • Exploration of Svalbard
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
  • Experience brand new activities
Starts / Ends:
Nome / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Nome to Longyearbyen. Set sail on a never-traveled transpolar maritime route that is inaccessible to traditional ships. From the legendary Bering Strait, a link between the East and the West, to the ice-covered …
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