Top Arctic Tours & Cruises in 2027

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Tromso, Arctic Circle & Svalbard

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Discover Gjesvaerstappan wildlife
• Visit Skarsvag northernmost village
• Step ashore on Reinoya
• Observe Bear Island cliffs

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Tromso / Longyearbyen

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day Aqua Lares cruise exploring Svalbard, starting in Tromso and visiting northern villages and seabird colonies. Experience guided wildlife walks, witness glaciers, and search for polar bears and walrus in the Arctic's stunning landscapes.

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from $10,999

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Arctic Circle Explorer

Reykjavik to Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Visit Jan Mayen volcano
• Observe puffins in Malmey
• Watch whales in Greenland
• Discover Djupavík's herring factory

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise from Reykjavik to Longyearbyen on a 12-day Arctic cruise aboard World Voyager. Explore Iceland’s waterfalls, fjords, and bird cliffs before sailing past Jan Mayen and crossing the Arctic Circle. Encounter glaciers, polar bears, whales, and Arctic foxes during Zodiac excursions and Captain’s Choice landings in the High Arctic.

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from $6,495

EBD $2000

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Spitsbergen Highlights: Wildlife Capital of the Arctic

Helsinki Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Helsinki’s Design District
• Witness Lilliehook Glacier calving
• Photograph Monaco Glacier icebergs
• Discover historic Smeerenburg settl

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Helsinki / Helsinki

Activities

Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day Arctic expedition aboard Ultramarine from Helsinki to Longyearbyen. Explore glaciers, fjords, and wildlife in Svalbard. Visit historic whaling settlements, photograph towering cliffs and icebergs, and enjoy guided Zodiac excursions, Finnish saunas, and vibrant city experiences in Helsinki.

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from $12,860

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Expedition to the Edge of the Ice Sheet

Reykjavík - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Explore Reykjavik
• Cruise through stunning landscapes
• Meet Indigenous people of Greenland
• Spot Arctic-adapted wildlife

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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq

Activity Level

Variable

Board L'Austral and set off on an expedition to the edge of Greenland's ice sheet. Spend 14 days exploring Arctic landscapes, sailing from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq.

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from $4,250

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Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail

Reykjavik to Seydisfjordur - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore East Iceland
• Experience Northeast Iceland
• Discover Húsavík and Whales
• Explore the Arctic Circle

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Reykjavik / Egilsstaðir

Activities

Small Ship Sailing, Northern Lights

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day expedition aboard Rembrandt van Rijn to explore Northeast Iceland’s fjords, waterfalls, and geothermal wonders. Discover picturesque villages, rugged highlands, and Arctic wildlife, with scenic hikes and the chance to witness the magical Aurora Borealis.

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from $4,021

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Iceland Trek | Landmannalaugar to þórsmörk

8 Day Itinerary

• Hike in the Landmannalaugar area
• See rhyolite colors and black sands
• Overnight in comfortable hiker huts
• Hike in the lush þórsmörk Valley

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Moderate

Trek the Laugavegar Trail from Landmannalaugar to Thorsmork on this 8-day hut-to-hut trekking tour in Iceland. This remarkable landscape has caused this trail to quickly become the most popular multi-day trekking destination in Iceland, and with good reason.

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from $51,150

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The Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Explore Spitsbergen fjords
• Cross Arctic sea ice
• Visit Blosseville Coast
• Spot polar wildlife

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Paris / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, to Reykjavík, Iceland. Navigate through the Arctic ice floes, reach the Geographic North Pole, and explore Greenland’s remote Ittoqqortoormiit and Blosseville Coast. Encounter glaciers, fjords, and Arctic wildlife across pristine polar landscapes.

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from $10,650

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Svalbard, Bear Island & Tromso

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Longyearbyen’s landscapes
• Witness Samarinvagen’s glaciers
• Discover Bear Island’s cliffs
• Observe Gjesvaer’s seabird colonies

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Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day Arctic expedition from Longyearbyen to Tromso aboard Aqua Lares, exploring Svalbard’s stunning landscapes and wildlife. Discover puffin colonies, calving glaciers, and the pristine ecosystems of Europe’s largest seabird habitats before concluding your journey in Tromso.

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from $6,600

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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail

Constable Pynt Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore Volquart Boons Coast cruise
• See Milne Land
• Hike tundra landscapes
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit

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Constable Point / Constable Point

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Greenland’s landscapes on an 11-day cruise aboard Rembrandt van Rijn. Sail from Constable Pynt, explore fjords and tundra, visit remote settlements like Ittoqqortoormiit, see Thule winter houses, and enjoy scenic hikes before returning to Constable Pynt.

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from $14,070

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Exploration from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
• Sail through Prins Christian Sund
• Visit quaint Aappilattoq village
• Marvel at Kujalleq Glacier
• Admire colorful Saint John’s

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Reykjavik / Toronto

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 16-day expedition aboard Le Bellot, sailing from Iceland to Canada through the stunning landscapes of Greenland. Explore Viking history and vibrant islands, and enjoy whale watching before visiting Montreal and concluding in Toronto via the scenic Saint Lawrence River.

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from $9,220

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Arctic Edges: Iceland Westfjords to East Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Explore Djupavík’s historic herring
• See calving tidewater glaciers
• Discover Skagafjorour’s saga herita
• Visit Vigur Island’s puffins

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Sail round-trip from Reykjavik on an 8-day Arctic adventure aboard National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Westfjords, Skagafjorour, and East Greenland’s glaciers and fjords. Encounter whales, puffins, and seals, visit historic fishing towns, hike to waterfalls, and immerse yourself in the region’s cultural heritage and natural beauty.

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from $3,027

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Discover Iceland

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Reykjavik
• Visit the Golden Circle
• Enjoy Dalvík
• Circumnavigate Ring Road

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the best of Iceland on this 8-day tour, covering Reykjavik and the highlights along the famed Ring Road. Visit a shimmering glacier, spouting geysers, incredible volcanoes, and stunning waterfalls, and go whale watching in the north.

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from $3,279

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Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Hike at Vatnajokull glacier
• Enjoy Arctic Whale Watching
• Visit to Ingvellir National Park
• Wander along Diamond Beach

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this fantastic 8-day road trip along the Ring Road, explore the dramatic landscapes of Iceland's "Golden Circle." Experience the Aurora Borealis, commonly considered one of the most magnificent natural phenomena in the world.

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from $13,395

EBD $2000

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Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife

Aberdeen, Scotland - Helsinki - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Orkney Neolithic Ruins
• Cruise Norwegian Arctic Fjords
• Discover Shetland Viking Sites
• Observe Bear Island Birds

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Aberdeen / Helsinki

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on 17 days aboard Ultramarine from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen. Explore Orkney and Shetland’s Neolithic ruins, Norwegian fjords, and Svalbard’s glaciers, ice, seabird colonies, and Arctic wildlife. Participate in Zodiac cruises, hikes, and cultural encounters while observing polar bears, walrus, whales, and Arctic birds in their natural habitats.

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from $21,940

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Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Explore Northeast Greenland N. Park
• Look out for unique widllife
• Visit Scoresbysund
• Observe Northern Lights displays

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard National Geographic Endurance to explore Iceland’s wild west coast. Discover towering bird cliffs, wildflower meadows, serene coves, and majestic waterfalls. Follow Viking routes and encounter Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies.

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from $19,410

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Arctic Safari

Canada Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Discover Canadian Arctic region
• Experience camping in barren lands
• See Arctic wildlife
• Enjoy nature trekking with expert
• See the aurora borealis at night
• Visit Churchill and iconic landmark
• Learn from an expert photographer

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Winnipeg / Winnipeg

Activities

Camping, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this unique 9-day Arctic Safari, an opportunity to photograph one of the world’s most magnificent wildlife in the Canadian Arctic. Fly to the remote tundra camp and Arctic lodge set along the coast of Hudson Bay for a private arctic wildlife viewing and photography experience like none other.

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from $15,595

EBD $2000

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Northeast Greenland: Glaciers and Fjords

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Visit Segelsällskäbets Fjord
• Cruise scenic Alpefjord
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
• Discover Kong Oscar Fjord’s rugged

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Hiking, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavík to Northeast Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore striking fjords, rugged cliffs, Arctic wildlife, and remote Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises, scenic sailings across the Denmark Strait, and memorable moments in some of the Arctic’s most dramatic landscapes.

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from $14,995

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Canada & Greenland Explorer

Toronto to Greenland - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

• Visit historic Toronto neighborhood
• Explore Quebec City landmarks
• Explore Inuit village traditions
• Whale watch in Tadoussac

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Toronto / Nuuk

Activities

Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits, Fishing, Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day Viking Great Lakes and Arctic cruise from Toronto to Greenland, exploring top destinations like Quebec City, Gros Morne National Park, Red Bay, and Paamiut. Discover whale-filled waters in Tadoussac, dramatic landscapes in the Mingan Archipelago, and Inuit heritage in remote Greenlandic villages.

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