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On an Arctic cruise with Adventure Life, you'll make your way across the land of polar bears and puffins at the top of the world. The only way to experience these majestic, frigid waters is by a hull-hardened ship prepared for Arctic waters. Start your cruise on a world-class icebreaker or expedition ship from ports in Scandanavia, Greenland, Canada and RussiaSvalbard, Norway's northernmost island or continuing on to Iceland, Greenland, Baffin Island, and even towards the North Pole itself. From northwestern Canada or Alaska, access the Northwest Passage. Get off the boat and into a sea kayak, or take hikes, or even go camping in the ArcticContact one of our Arctic cruise experts for help choosing and planning the perfect cruise to the Arctic.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $8,395
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Westfjord's cultural charm
  • Sail Denmark Strait's wild seas
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s museum
  • Witness auroras in clear skies
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day expedition to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring Iceland's landmarks and Greenland's stunning Scoresby Sund. Experience Inuit culture, witness the Northern Lights, and enjoy whale watching back in Iceland.
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Beautiful artic mountains at sunset.
from $9,495
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Greenland & Wild Labrador

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Hike Torngat Mtns National Park
  • Search for polar bears & eagles
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
During this 15-day expedition cruise on the Ocean Endeavor, see both the beauty of Greenland and the charm of Newfoundland. From Greenland, cruise through northern Canada, exploring French and Viking influences. Visit two different Canadian National Parks, see landscapes that blow your mind, and learn a lot about the cultural connections to the land.
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Musk Ox roaming the Northwest Passage
from $13,295
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Canada’s Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage to Ellesmere and Axel Heiberg Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Experience the Canadian Arctic
  • Search for iconic Arctic wildlife
  • Enjoy flightseeing and heli landing
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Calgary / Calgary
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Variable
Join a 12-day adventure cruise around the Canadian High Arctic aboard the Ultramarine. See the unique wonders and the breathtaking environment at the top of the world through adventure activities like helicopter flightseeing, wildlife tracking, and trekking.
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Kangerlussuatsiaq, Greenland
from $18,395
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Reykjavik’s capital
  • Encounter Maniitsoq archipelago
  • Discover Nuuk’s historic sites
  • Experience Pond Inlet’s culture
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Reykjavik / Calgary
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland, discover Inuit communities, hike colorful tundra, and encounter diverse wildlife.
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Qikiqtarjuak community
from $21,795
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik to Calgary - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cruise through Greenland’s fjords
  • Spot wildlife at Creswell Bay
  • Hike around Cape Mercy
  • Explore Beechey Island
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Reykjavik / Calgary
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Variable
Join this 17-day adventure from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ocean Explorer, exploring the stunning landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s Arctic. Travel through Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, stop at remote towns like Nuuk and Maniitsoq, and witness spectacular wildlife in Canada’s High Arctic.
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
from $21,795
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Beechey Island’s graves
  • Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
  • Visit Arctic Bay
  • Marvel at calving icebergs
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Calgary / Reykjavik
Activities
Hiking, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.
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A towering iceberg
from $23,995
EBD 25%
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Into the Northwest Passage

Nuuk - Kugluktuk - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
  • Cruise the Sisimiut Coast
  • Witness Ilulissat’s massive iceberg
  • Discover Devon Island’s tundra
  • Sail through Bellot Strait
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Nuuk / Kugluktuk
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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Set sail on this 17-day Into the Northwest Passage cruise aboard Exploris One. Explore Ilulissat Icefjord, Devon Island, and historic Beechey Island. Witness incredible wildlife, from polar bears and muskoxen to narwhals and belugas. Cruise among towering glaciers, sail through Bellot Strait and discover the fascinating history of Arctic explorers.
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Polar bear viewing
from $12,328
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Great Ice Bear

7 Day Itinerary
  • Capture photos of Arctic wildlife
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • See the historic port of Churchill
  • Enjoy guided ecotour activities
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Try Tundra cuisine
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Winnipeg / Winnipeg
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Northern Lights, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Photography Seminars, Village Visits
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this 7-day Great Ice Bear Safari tour, spend your week exploring the rugged and beautiful coastline of Hudson Bay. Witness and photograph Arctic wildlife and their habitats, such as moose, wolves, and a great polar bear, with the help of an expert guide.
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First views of Baffin Island
from $13,195
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Northwest Passage to Newfoundland: Glaciers, Mountains, and Wildlife

Calgary - St. John - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Calgary
  • Discover Northwest Passage
  • Experience Lancaster Sound
  • Witness Baffin Island
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Calgary / St. John's
Activities
Helicopter Tours
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 16-day expedition cruise aboard the Ultramarine, covering 2,500 nautical miles from the Northwest Passage to Newfoundland and Labrador. Explore remote areas, including Beechey Island, Icy Arm Fjord, Qikiiqtarjuaq, Cape Mercy, Torngat Mountains, L’Anse aux Meadows, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, and St. John’s.
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Watching bears near the lodge
from $12,713
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Birds, Bears & Belugas

Canada Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Arctic wildlife viewing
  • Taste tundra-inspired cuisine
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Look for beluga whales in the bay
  • ATV tours exploring the coast
Starts / Ends
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activity Level
Easy Active
Spend a week exploring Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge in this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage with the help of the Churchill Wild Ecotour.
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Polar bear and cub
from $15,492
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Polar Bear Migration Fly-in

8 Day Itinerary
  • Stay in a bear-proof cabin
  • Observe and photograph polar bears
  • Enjoy daily guided hikes
  • Delight in magical northern lights
Activity Level
Relaxed
Get as close to polar bears in the wild as possible so that you can literally walk with them in their natural environment. Join this 8-day Arctic expedition, considered one of the best polar bear tours. Follow the path that polar bears take when they migrate in search of the first sea ice to form on the bay.
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from $271
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Katla Ice Cave Under the Volcano

1 Day Itinerary
  • View Over Myrdalsjokull
  • Visiting a Natural Glacial Ice Cave
  • Scenic Super Jeep Ride
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Reykjavik / Vik
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this day tour, hop on a super jeep to explore the Katla ice cave on Myrdalsjokull Glacier and enjoy scenic views of this landscape.
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Glacier Hiking
from $232
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Ice Climbing & Glacier Walking Adventure

1 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Solheimajokull Glacier
  • Enjoy glacier hiking
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Reykjavik / Sólheimajökull Glacier
Activity Level
Moderate
On this day tour, experience ice climbing and hike across the Sólheimajökull glacier in Iceland. Discover the outlet glacier with its many crevasses and challenge your ice-climbing skills.
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Snorkeling in Silfra Fissure
from $226
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Silfra Fissure Snorkel Adventure

1 Day Itinerary
  • Experience Silfra Fissure
  • Visit Thingvellir National Park
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Þingvellir National Park
Activities
Snorkeling
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this one-day Iceland tour, you can dive or snorkel in the crystal-clear glacial water between two tectonic plates, truly an unforgettable experience.
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Local pastry tasting
from $146
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Reykjavik Food Walk

1 Day Itinerary
  • Savor the Icelandic lamb
  • Visit restaurants and hangouts
  • Explore Reykjavik
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Relaxed
The Tastiest Sightseeing Day Tour in Iceland takes you through the heart of downtown Reykjavik while treating you to mouthwatering dishes from the region. These are dishes that you would never find on a standard "things to do in Iceland" agenda.
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Gullfoss, Golden Waterfall
from $130
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Golden Circle & Hot Spring Tour

1 Day Itinerary
  • Discover Secret Lagoon
  • Marvel the Geysir Hot Spring
  • Explore Thingvellir National Park
  • Visit Gullfoss Waterfall
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Easy Active
Visit three of Golden Circle's most popular destinations on this day trip and unwind in a picturesque natural pool. Complete the Icelandic experience with stopovers to waterfalls, geysers, and historical sights.
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from $123
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South Shore Adventure

1 Day Itinerary
  • Sólheimajökull Glacier
  • Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
  • Reynisdrangar Basalt Sea Stacks
  • Skógafoss Waterfall
  • Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
  • Vík in Mýrdalur
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Easy Active
A great day tour along the south coast of Iceland where waterfalls, black sand beach and magnificent landscape play the main role.
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The Northern Lights, Kirkjufell Iceland
from $97
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Northern Lights Escape

1 Day Itinerary
  • Explore the Countryside
  • Spot the Northern lights
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this excursion in Iceland, you'll have the chance to see the Aurora Borealis, the amazing display of lights and colors that can be seen in the sky at night. Capture either the common green and yellow auroras, the stunning blue, violet, and rose, or the rarest red that can be seen in Iceland more than anywhere else in the world.
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