Best Arctic Cruises, Tours & Trips

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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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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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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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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

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Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration

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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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from $18,495

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Into the Northwest Passage

Nuuk - Kugluktuk - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• 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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Archaeological Site Visits

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Variable

Set sail on this 17-day Into the Northwest Passage cruise aboard Ocean Victory. 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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from $14,698

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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

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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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from $14,698

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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

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Winnipeg / Winnipeg

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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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from $16,920

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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

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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 $22,995

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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Explore Oslo’s vibrant city
• Sail through Svalbard’s coastlines
• Spot whales in Greenland
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village

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Oslo / Reykjavik

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Variable

Experience the beauty of Svalbard and East Greenland on this 15-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. See polar bears, walruses, and guillemots in their natural habitats. Explore the world's largest fjord, Scoresbysund, and visit the remote Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.

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from $20,250

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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik

Reykjavík - Reykjavík - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Meet the Inuit people
• Join the dog sled activity
• Sail to eastern coast of Greenland
• Explore Ammassalik

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Skiing

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Variable

Embark on this 11-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the hypnotic and icy landscapes of the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions.

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from $19,895

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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Experience Camp Barentz
• Visit Svalbard Museum
• Look out for birdlife

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Oslo / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard. Experience exhilarating polar bear encounters, observe wildlife like beluga whales and arctic foxes, and navigate stunning fjords and pack ice.

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from $14,210

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Svalbard & The Arctic Circle

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Alkehornet bird cliffs
• Visit Gravneset whaling site
• Discover Smeerenburg history
• View Brasvellbreen ice front

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise around Svalbard on Aqua Lares, adjusting routes based on ice and wildlife. Explore historic whaling sites, observe majestic glaciers, and enjoy expert-led small group adventures for optimal wildlife viewing.

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from $22,295

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Jewels of the Arctic

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Reykjavik’s sites
• Discover East Greenland’s fjords
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s Inuit
• Visit Thingvellir National Park

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Reykjavik to Oslo. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.

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from $22,995

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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Explore Reykjavik’s cityscape
• Discover Thingvellir’s rift valley
• Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
• Navigate Greenland’s deep fjords

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Reykjavik / Oslo

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Variable

Join a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to explore Svalbard and East Greenland, where you can see polar bears, walrus, and stunning fjords. Experience local Inuit culture in Ittoqqortoormiit while navigating through breathtaking landscapes shaped by nature.

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from $16,195

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Iceland & East Greenland: Through the Lens Photography

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Photograph bubbling geysers
• Capture Dynjandi Falls
• Sail the vast Scoresbysund fjord
• Admire Gullfoss Waterfalls

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Kayaking, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day photography expedition in East Greenland and Iceland’s Westfjords aboard the Sylvia Earle, guided by expert photographers. Capture stunning Arctic landscapes, wildlife, and dramatic icebergs while exploring fjords and cliffs, perfect for all skill levels.

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from $15,267

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Circumnavigating Svalbard: The Ultimate Expedition

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Venture to the Arctic ice edge
• Encounter wildlife in Svalbard
• Trace whaling history of Bellsund
• Explore Longyearbyen Arctic town

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Oslo / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Join a 14-day Svalbard expedition cruise on MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen, to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscapes and wildlife. Experience hiking, kayaking, and daily landings at sites like Brasvellbreen Glacier and Hornsund before returning to Oslo.

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from $15,508

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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• View polar bears on the pack ice
• Observe walruses and other wildlife
• Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
• Enjoy superlative photos ops

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Oslo / Oslo

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Variable

Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Resolution to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and more. This active tour offers chances to hike, kayak, and take Zodiac tours among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.

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from $25,762

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Arctic Island Odyssey—Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Explore Longyearbyen’s wilderness
• Navigate Scoresby Sund high cliffs
• Discover Ny Alesund’s research base
• Sail the Denmark Strait

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Oslo / Reykjavik

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Citizen Science

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Variable

Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the MS Fram, exploring Ny Alesund and Northeast Greenland National Park. Enjoy small boat excursions, wildlife sightings, and learn through lectures while visiting remote communities and stunning fjords.

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from $12,150

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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Discover Longyearbyen’s shops
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research base
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Explore Hinlopen Strait for seabird

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Oslo / Oslo

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day Arctic expedition cruise on the MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring sites like Ny Alesund and Northwest Spitsbergen National Park. Experience wildlife encounters, remote hikes, and the icy shores of Barentsoya and Edgeoya before returning to Longyearbyen and flying back to Oslo.

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