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Embark on a voyage through time and nature with Adventure Life's 123 Arctic tours, featuring enriching archaeological site visits for 2026. As you traverse the icy waters aboard small ship cruises like the Ocean Endeavour or National Geographic Resolution, each day presents an opportunity to witness majestic wildlife such as polar bears and whales in their natural habitat. The itineraries blend cultural immersion with historical exploration, taking you from Greenland's capital Nuuk, to Newfoundland’s antique Viking settlements and beyond. hiking through Torngat Mountains National Park or kayaking amidst icebergs offers an active engagement with some of Earth’s last true wildernesses. With tour durations extending up to 5 to 24 days, starting at just $862, these journeys promise not only a glimpse into the past but also a profound connection with our planet's present majesty. To craft your own Arctic saga filled with awe-inspiring landscapes and ancient cultures, contact one of Adventure Life's trip planners to start planning your next seamless trip.
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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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Northern Lights
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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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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
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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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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Scoresby Sund
from $18,995
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Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise

Iceland Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Cruise Viking Bay past bird cliffs
  • Explore Bear Islands vistas
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Spot Arctic birdlife
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Keflavik International Airport / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 9-day voyage aboard MV Vikingfjord and explore Greenland as you cruise through Scoresbysund. Visit Viking Bay, Danmark Island, Hare Fjord, Ofjord, Bear Islands, Sydkap, and Ittoqqortoormiit by Zodiac and on foot.
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
from $23,595
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Jewels of the Arctic: Svalbard & East Greenland

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Navigate East Greenland fjords
  • Spot seals in the Greenland Sea
  • Tour the bays of Spitsbergen
  • Experience remote Longyearbyen
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Reykjavik / Oslo
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Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Hiking
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Join a 15-day cruise on the Douglas Mawson from Svalbard to East Greenland in the Arctic summer. Explore fjords and tundra, encounter wildlife like polar bears and walruses, and hike across the stunning landscape.
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Early morning in Tasiilaq, East Greenland
from $9,895
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Complete East Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Visit Kuummiut village
  • Discover Ikateq airbase
  • Sail to Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Enter Northeast Greenland Park
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Sail on a 12-day East Greenland expedition from Reykjavik aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore remote villages like Kuummiut, Tasiilaq, and Ittoqqortoormiit, historic WWII sites at Ikateq, and dramatic fjords, glaciers, and mountains. Cross the Denmark Strait, experience the Northeast Greenland National Park, and witness Arctic wildlife.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $8,395
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Greenland: Disko Bay & Ilulissat

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Sisimiut heritage
  • Cruise Disko Island
  • Approach Eqip Sermia
  • Walk Ilulissat Icefjord
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
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Sail for 7 days from Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Victory, exploring Greenland’s west coast. Visit Sisimiut, Disko Island, Eqip Sermia Glacier, Ilulissat Icefjord, and the village of Itilleq. Experience Arctic history, Inuit culture, and dramatic ice-filled landscapes.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $25,490
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Fabled Lands of the North: Greenland to Newfoundland

Nuuk to St. John's - 17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • See Disko Bay icebergs
  • Explore Baffin Island fjords
  • Observe common murres nesting
  • Explore historic Battle Harbor
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Reykjavik / St. John's
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Sail from Nuuk through Greenland, Baffin Island, Labrador, and Newfoundland on a 17-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Cruise fjords, kayak icy coastlines, and hike Arctic landscapes while spotting whales, seabirds, and icebergs. Visit Sisimiut, Torngat National Park, and St. John’s during this Canadian Arctic-focused expedition.
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Exploring Greenland
from $13,995
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High Arctic Expedition: Where Art Meets Land

Qausuittuq - Nuuk - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore Beechey Island
  • Sail Tallurutiup Imanga
  • Walk Ellesmere Island
  • Meet Qaanaaq residents
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Resolute / Nuuk
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day cruise from Qausuittuq, Canada, to Nuuk, Greenland aboard Ocean Nova. Explore Beechey Island, Tallurutiup Imanga, Ellesmere Island, Qaanaaq, Disko Island, and West Greenland. Learn from Inuit communities, visit historic Arctic sites, observe wildlife, and sail through fjords, ice, and remote northern coastlines.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $14,595
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Three Arctic Islands: Extended Passage

Reykjavík to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore East Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit Community
  • Cross Northeast Greenland Park
  • Discover Svalbard Regions
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Explore the Arctic on this 14-day voyage from Reykjavik, Iceland to Longyearbyen, Svalbard aboard MV Discoverer. Travel through East Greenland, visit Ittoqqortoormiit, cross the Greenland Sea, and explore remote regions of Svalbard. Encounter wildlife, glaciers, fjords, historic sites, and polar landscapes along the route.
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Torngat Mountains National Park in Nunatsiavut
from $11,995
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

St. John’s, NL - Nuuk - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore St. John’s streets
  • Visit L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Discover Labrador coastal villages
  • Hike Torngat Mountains trails
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St. John's / Nuuk
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Embark on a 15-day Arctic cruise from St. John’s, Newfoundland to Nuuk, Greenland aboard Ocean Nova. Discover historic fishing villages, Inuit communities, the Torngat Mountains, and the glaciers of Southwest Greenland. Zodiac excursions, guided hikes, and cultural encounters offer insight into the region’s people, history, and landscapes.
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A view from the cliffs of Gros Morne National Park.
from $9,595
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore vibrant St. John’s
  • Visit French Saint-Pierre
  • Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
  • Step into Viking history
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St. John's / St. John's
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Variable
Sail on a 12-day Newfoundland Circumnavigation cruise through Newfoundland and Labrador aboard the Ocean Nova, where history, culture, and nature come together. Explore Miawpukek’s Indigenous heritage, the charming fishing village of Francois, and the geological wonders of Gros Morne National Park.
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A towering iceberg drifts in Disko Bay
from $8,895
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Greenland: Disko Bay & Beyond

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Sisimiut’s Historic Sites
  • Explore Disko Island Landscapes
  • Visit Uummannaq’s Inuit Heritage
  • Witness Ilulissat’s Iceberg Capital
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
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Village Visits, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Discover Greenland on an 8-day cruise roundtrip from Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Victory. Discover Sisimiut’s heritage, Qeqertarsuaq’s volcanic landscapes, Uummannaq’s Inuit culture, Eqip Sermia Glacier, Ilulissat Icefjord, and Itilleq’s traditional village life. Experience cuisine, hiking, historic sites, and remote Arctic communities.
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