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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
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
Kayaking
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 $7,775
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Cruise from Canada to Iceland Along the Viking Routes

Halifax - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Halifax history
  • Visit Saint-Pierre trails
  • Visit Qassiarsuk Viking ruins
  • Hike Narsaq trails
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Halifax / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Canada to Iceland Along the Viking Routes cruise from Halifax to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega. Visit Saint-Pierre, St. John’s, St. Anthony, and Greenland’s Qassiarsuk, Narsaq, and Qaqortoq. Cruise Iceberg Alley, explore Viking ruins, watch whales and seals, and experience subarctic landscapes.
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Polar Bear viewing in the lodge
from $16,796
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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, Northern Lights, 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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Arctic puffins
from $11,419
No SS
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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Explore Gros Morne National Park
  • Look for moose, seabirds and whales
  • Discover eastern Canada's beauty
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St. John's / L'Anse aux Meadows
Activity Level
Variable
Sail the Canadian Maritimes with the National Geographic Explorer. Walk among Viking ruins in Newfoundland, explore WWII sites, and admire Prince Edward Island’s red cliffs. Spot puffins, whales, and moose in this wild and historic Atlantic region.
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Charming Quebec City
from $14,495
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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, 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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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $7,795
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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
  • Sail from Leith’s historic port
  • Walk Torshavn’s colorful streets
  • Cruise past Svalbard’s icy fjords
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Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen on the Sea Spirit, exploring Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle's volcanic landscapes and Svalbard's pristine wilderness with expert-led excursions and breathtaking scenery.
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Western Greenland landscape
from $12,543
No SS
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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Experience Arctic Wildlife
  • Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
  • Visit Paleo-Eskimo and Thule
  • Explore the King Frederick VI Coast
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.
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Kayak among icebergs in Sydkap, Greenland
from $12,543
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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Spot whales and Arctic wildlife
  • Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
  • Discover Inuit and Thule
  • Explore the King Frederick VI Coast
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $26,730
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • See Giant’s Causeway columns
  • Visit Glencoe mountain valleys
  • Hike Faroese mountains
  • See Heimaey volcanic landscapes
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavík aboard Le Bellot. Explore Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Hebrides, Faroe Islands, and Iceland through guided hikes, cultural sites, wildlife cruises, and volcanic landscapes. Experience remote islands, basalt cliffs, and historic towns.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $14,990
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow, Scotland - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Tour Titanic Belfast
  • Witness seabird colonies on Suduroy
  • Discover Iceland’s fjord town Djupi
  • Visit Heimaey’s volcanic landscapes
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the beauty of Europe’s wild west coast on this 12-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavik aboard the Le Laperouse. Journey through historic cities and picturesque landscapes, blending rich cultural experiences with natural scenery. Explore Belfast’s Titanic history, visit Lerwick, and witness the wildlife-rich cliffs of the Faroe Islands.
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Solar Eclipse
from $27,910
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Total Solar Eclipse from Iceland to Ireland

Reykjavík - Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Witness the total solar eclipse
  • See Shetland’s archaeological sites
  • Discover Faroese village Saksun
  • Kirkwall historic cathedral
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Reykjavik / Dublin
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a rare celestial event on this 9-day cruise from Reykjavík to Dublin aboard Le Laperouse. Sail into the North Atlantic to witness the total solar eclipse in an unobstructed setting—an unforgettable highlight of the cruise. Along the way, explore volcanic islands, dramatic fjords, and remote coastlines.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $28,420
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Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Scottish Isles

Longyearbyen - Glasgow - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Observe Samarinvagen’s glacier
  • Discover Bear Island cliffs
  • Walk Reinoya’s raised beaches
  • Visit Skarsvag to see wild reindeer
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Longyearbyen / Glasgow
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard Aqua Lares, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring Norway's scenic fjords and coastal towns, including Tromso and Alesund. Discover the Shetland Islands and iconic sites in Scotland like the Callanish Stones and the Isle of Iona before concluding in Glasgow.
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A stone house off the coast of Canada
from $8,595
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Gulf of St. Lawrence: Wild & Storied

St. John’s, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore Henley Harbour ruins
  • Discover Nitassinan Innu culture
  • Observe Mingan Archipelago monolith
  • Visit Anticosti UNESCO site
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St. John's / St. John's
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 12-day voyage aboard Ocean Nova from St. John’s, NL, to St. John’s, exploring Newfoundland and Québec coasts. Visit Henley Harbour, Nitassinan, Mingan Archipelago, Anticosti, Rocher Percé, Îles-de-la-Madeleine, and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon. Observe seabirds, whales, and coastal communities while learning history, geology, and culture.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $7,875
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Iceland and British Isles Cruise

Reykjavik to Dublin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Puffins on Heimaey Island
  • Visit Torshavn's old quarter
  • Giant’s Causeway early access
  • Reykjavik cultural city tour
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Reykjavik / Dublin
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard SH Diana and journey through Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Scotland, and Ireland. Visit puffin colonies, Viking sites, fjords, castles, and dramatic coastlines before ending in Dublin. Discover natural wonders, rich cultures, and remote communities on this immersive exploration.
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Lighthouse near Torshavn
from $7,595
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Isles of the North Atlantic

Troon - Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Visit Iona Abbey
  • Observe Lunga puffins
  • Explore Callanish Stones
  • Discover St Kilda
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Iona / Reykjavik
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Local Market Visits, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Voyage from Troon, Scotland to Reykjavik, Iceland aboard Ocean Victory. Discover Iona Abbey, puffin colonies on Lunga, the Callanish Stones in Lewis, St Kilda’s abandoned village, and the Faroe Islands’ landscapes. Explore Icelandic fjords, black sand beaches, volcanic fields, and unique culture along the North Atlantic route.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $12,050
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
  • Meet Eysturoy villagers
  • Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
  • See Faroe villages
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $11,007
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Scapa Flow visit
  • Shetland island exploration
  • Sail past Surtsey island
  • Hike Heimaey volcano crater
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise in Edinburgh aboard National Geographic Explorer and sail north to Orkney, Shetland, and the Faroe Islands before reaching Iceland. Explore Kirkwall, St. Magnus Cathedral, Leitisvatn, Djupivogur, and Heimaey. Hike, navigate fjords, visit volcanic sites, and experience Viking history.
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Discover the rich history of Edinburgh
from $9,595
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North Atlantic Wonders

Edinburgh - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Edinburgh historic streets
  • Visit Bass Rock colony
  • Tour Kirkwall and Orkney
  • Explore Torshavn Viking heritage
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 14-day cruise aboard Sea Spirit from Edinburgh to Reykjavík. Visit Bass Rock, Isle of May, Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Faroe Islands, Seyðisfjörður, Djúpivogur, Vestmannaeyjar, and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. See wildlife, volcanic landscapes, waterfalls, historic villages, and Iceland’s geothermal pools while exploring the Faroe Islands and Iceland.
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