Arctic Tours in 2026

from $18,875

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Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Sail Scoresbysund fjords
• Explore Viking Bay dramatic cliffs
• Visit Sydkap ancient history
• Discover Bear Islands vistas

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Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day Greenland photography cruise to Scoresbysund aboard MV Vikingfjord, capturing the world’s largest fjord system with just 12 photographers and an expert guide. Enjoy pristine wilderness, towering icebergs, and a rare chance to photograph the Northern Lights.

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from $9,500

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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland, Fly & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Visit Trygghamna historic sites
• Spot polar bears and seals
• Exlpore Teufelsschloss
• Cruise through Scoresbysund

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Longyearbyen / Constable Point

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn. Start in Longyearbyen, explore historic sites, fjords, and wildlife, and end in Constable Pynt.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• Cruise along Monaco Glacier
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research station

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the Arctic wonders of North Spitsbergen on the Basecamp cruise. Hike, snowshoe, kayak, and capture the beauty of polar wildlife and landscapes.

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from $13,995

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Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Spot puffins at Latrabjarg
• Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
• Cruise around Skjalfandi Bay
• Visit Seydisfjordur’s timber houses

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Iceland's glaciers, volcanoes, and Westfjords. Visit Grimsey Island, Seydisfjordur, and Heimay with expert guides.

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from $2,800

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Arctic Ocean - Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Experience Jan Mayen, volcanic land
• Explore Akureyri’s historic charm
• Sail Spitsbergen’s icy waters
• Discover Alkhornet’s seabird cliffs

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Akureyri / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius, sail from Iceland’s volcanic shores to Spitsbergen’s icy fjords and towering peaks, crossing the Arctic Circle and visiting remote Jan Mayen’s seabird-rich cliffs. Watch for whales, seals, and polar bears along the way.

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from $18,495

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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore remote Kugluktuk, Nunavut
• Witness Arctic wildlife
• Sail historic Bellot Strait
• Cross the Northwest Passage

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Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 17-day Out of the Northwest Passage from Nunavut to Greenland aboard the Ocean Victory. Sail through legendary waterways like Bellot Strait and Lancaster Sound. Hike tundra landscapes, Zodiac cruise among towering icebergs, and learn from expert guides about Arctic exploration and Indigenous traditions.

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from $16,810

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Arctic Discovery

Canada Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Hiking along the tundra
• Visit Manitoba Museum
• Learn about Arctic ecosystems
• Enjoy guided ecotour activities
• View the arctic night sky
• Visit Churchill and meet with local
• Kayaking with beluga whales

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Winnipeg / Winnipeg

Activity Level

Easy Active

Discover the hidden gem of Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge on a 9-day Arctic Discovery safari. Explore this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning ecosystems, wildlife, and rich cultural history with the help of the Churchill Wild Ecotour.

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from $10,760

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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
• Visit Isafjordur picturesque fjord
• Wander Akureyri’s colorful streets
• Discover Heimaey’s volcanic island

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Iceland’s stunning west coast on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, and geysers. Highlights include Reykjavík’s colorful charm, Grimsey’s seabird colonies, Akureyri’s geothermal wonders, and the iconic Golden Circle or whale-watching adventures.

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from $8,230

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Beethoven's Icelandic Symphony: A Musical Voyage

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Reykjavik panoramic city views
• Sail past Surtsey Island
• Hike around Saxholl crater
• See Godafoss Waterfall cascade

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Sail around Iceland on an 8-day expedition aboard L'Austral and visit Reykjavik, Surtsey, Heimaey, Grundarfjordur, Akureyri, Grimsey, and Isafjordur. Encounter volcanoes, Arctic landscapes, puffin colonies, dramatic fjords, and vibrant local culture with expert guides.

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from $12,800

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Northern Lights Cruise from Greenland to Canada

Nuuk Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Explore vibrant Nuuk culture
• Visit UNESCO Disko Bay
• Enjoy Sisimiut cultural experience
• Sail historic Bellot Strait

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Nuuk / Nuuk

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through Greenland and the Canadian Arctic on a 16-day cruise aboard SH Vega. Explore Nuuk, Disko Bay, Pond Inlet, and Beechey Island. Experience Inuit culture, towering glaciers, and rare Arctic wildlife.

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from $20,395

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Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights

Reykjavik - Tromso - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Visit Gullfoss, stunning waterfall
• Enjoy Vigur, birdwatching paradise
• Experience Svalbard’s wilderness
• Witness Norway’s northern lights

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Reykjavik / Tromso

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Tromso aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring the landscapes of Iceland and the beauty of the High Arctic. Experience waterfalls, wildlife, and locations like Vigur Island, Jan Mayen, and Svalbard, culminating in breathtaking views of Norway and prime opportunities to witness the northern lights.

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from $11,499

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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Discover Nybyen
• Visit the Svalbard Museum
• Spot Svalbard’s majestic wildlife

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the World Voyager. Explore Svalbard's glaciers, fjords, and Arctic wildlife. Enjoy expert-led shore landings and unforgettable adventures.

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from $13,795

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

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Helsinki / Helsinki

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Spitsbergen on this 15-day cruise aboard the Ultramarine exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundras. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds like puffins and guillemots. Visit historical whaling outposts, colorful tundra meadows, and breathtaking locations like Alkefjellet and the 14th of July Glacier.

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from $11,500

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Cruise from Greenland to Canada

Nuuk to Halifax - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Cruise Eternity Fjord glacier
• Explore Nuuk’s cultural landmarks
• Step inside Viking longhouses
• Spot walrus, belugas, polar bears

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Nuuk / Halifax

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Northern Lights

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Nuuk to Halifax on a 15-day cruise aboard SH Vega. Navigate the icy fjords of Greenland, meet Inuit communities, visit Norse ruins, and explore wild Canadian coastlines. Spot polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers while discovering remote Arctic history, nature, and culture across Greenland, Labrador, and Newfoundland.

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from $14,942

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Polar Bear Photo Safari

7 Day Itinerary

• Capture photos of polar bears & cub
• See the aurora borealis at night
• Learn about Arctic ecosystems
• Discover Canadian Arctic wildlife
• Tunda Cuisine
• Peak photo sessions

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Winnipeg / Winnipeg

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 8-day Polar Bear Photo Safari Tour at Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge, Hudson Bay, Canada, a wildly rugged and remote location, catering to the photographer willing to spend long hours in the field getting up close and personal, at ground level, with Arctic wildlife.

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from $19,140

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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit traditional villages
• Enjoy spectacular Karrat Fjord
• Explore Disko Bay
• Discover Sisimiut's wildlife

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Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Variable

This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral acquaints you with the secrets of Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.

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from $7,195

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Greenland Explorer

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Meet local communities in Greenland
• Crossing the Denmark Strait
• Learn Inuit traditions
• Discover Nuuk culture

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

During this 12-day Arctic adventure, sailing from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Victory. Explore pristine fjords, towering glaciers, and remote villages while engaging with Inuit culture. Cruise through Denmark Strait, Prins Christian Sund, and Evighedsfjorden, witnessing polar wildlife including whales and seabirds.

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from $3,050

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South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Cruise Arctic fjords
• Chance to see polar bears
• Explore historic whaling station
• See Aurora Borealis

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Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 6-day Arctic adventure aboard MV Plancius and discover South Spitsbergen, Bear Island, and Tromsø, spotting polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers. Enjoy historic sites, fjord cruising, and the breathtaking Aurora Borealis.

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