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Top Arctic Trips & Tours in August 2025

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Discover Arctic in August 2025 on one of these 17 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Reykjavik, Kangerlussuaq, Ilulissat, Sisimiut, and Disko Bay during August 2025 as you enjoy wildlife viewing, cruises, hiking, small ship cruises, and wildlife & safari exploration. Prices for trips in August 2025 range from $8,195 to $94,731 for a vacation of 7 to 24 days. Choose any of the below 17 itineraries in August 2025 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Arctic trip planners.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
$14,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Visit ancient sites and villages
  • Meet the stunning Arctic wildlife
  • Experience Inuit culture first hand
  • Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail the heart of the Northwest Passage in comfort aboard the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavour. On this 17-day journey, experience quaint villages, dramatic fjords, and calving glaciers of Greenland. Then, cross the Davis Strait, and pay respects at the Franklin Expedition graves at Beechey Island. …
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Hiking in Landmannalaugar
$2,290
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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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Land Tours
Activity Level:
Moderate
Trek the Laugavegar Trail through stunning landscapes on this popular route from Landmannalaugar to the glacial valley of Thorsmork. Spend 5 days on the trail in a hut-to-hut trekking Iceland tour in one of the most breathtaking areas in the highlands. Hike through the third largest geothermal zone …
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Magnificent vistas at Kong Oscar Fjord
$10,595
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Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights

11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer
  • Experience Arctic
  • Discover Northeast Greenland
  • Sail across Denmark Strait
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 11-day expedition roundtrip from Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Adventurer and cruise along Greenland's remote northeast coast, home to the world's largest fjord system. Explore diverse and rugged landscapes, with a chance to witness the Northern Lights at night. Immerse yourself …
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The Víknaslóðir Trail offers amazing views
$1,687
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East Fjords Trek

7 Day Itinerary
  • Trek along mountains and fjords
  • Visit abandoned farms and churches
  • Hike in remote and isolated regions
  • Visit small coastal villages
Activities:
Hiking, Land
Activity Level:
Moderate
Hike through the stunning and deserted mountain landscapes on the VíknaslóðirTrail on this East Iceland trekking tour. Admire the colorful hillsides and remote beaches. Visit old abandoned farmlands and churches on your remote Iceland hiking trip. Stay in mountain huts and hostels …
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A caribou antler found while exploring Baffin Island
$19,530
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Fabled Lands Of The North: Greenland To Newfoundland

United States-United States - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Visit 2 UNESCO World Heritage sites
  • Meet Inuit artisans at Baffin
  • Observe polar bears
  • Discover Newfoundland and Labrador
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark theNational Geographic Explorerfor a thrilling exploration of the far north’s ice-carved landscapes,sailing from Greenland to Newfoundland and Labrador. Navigate massive icebergs at the mouth of the Ilulissat Icefjord, and venture into Davis Strait en route to Canada’s legendary …
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
$46,200
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Gateway to the Northwest Passage: Greenland and Canada

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 24 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Iceland
  • Discover Greenland
  • Experience the Canadian High Arctic
  • Explore Ellesmere Island
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 24-day expedition cruise roundtrip from Reykjavik aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Cruise through the famed Northwest Passage, rich with tales of past explorers, and cruise amidst towering icebergs at Greenland's Ilulissat Icefjord, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Explore …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$18,227
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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
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail the route of early Viking explorers and discover a region of epic ice home to the Arctic’s iconic creatures: polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies. We will also be on the lookout for the Northern Lights along Greenland and Iceland at this time of year. Actively explore …
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Hiking near Vatnajokull
$1,439
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East Vatnajökull Trek

7 Day Itinerary
  • Trek from Snæfell to Lónsöræfi
  • Observe colorful and snowy scenery
  • Keep your eyes open for reindeer!
  • Stay in mountain huts each night
Activities:
Hiking, Land
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Trek four days in one of Iceland's most remote regions. Hike in East Vatnajökull National Park on this Iceland hiking tour which starts at Mt.Snæfell and stays in three various mountain huts en route to the old farmstead of Eskifell in the Lónsöræfi region. On this …
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Walrus in the Arctic
$13,895
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Three Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer
  • Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
  • Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
  • Hike the tundra and explore
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to explore
  • Take the Polar Plunge
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Variety is the spice of the Three Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Greenland, and Iceland adventure, named one of National Geographic Traveler’s 50 Tours of a Lifetime. Check three different Arctic regions off your list, heading above the Arctic Circle to Spitsbergen, “wildlife capital of …
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Arctic puffins
$11,781
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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
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Venture into the ancient Viking settlement of L’Anse aux Meadows, the only widely accepted site of trans-Atlantic Viking establishment and very early Norse exploration. See WWII harbor defenses, and visit the only North American island that remains under French control, an outpost of its era …
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On the ice floe
$20,989
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Polar Bears & Glaciers of Baffin Island

7 Day Itinerary
  • Search for bowhead whales
  • Admire all-night Arctic sunsets
  • Visit Auyuittuq National Park
  • Explore ancient Thule sites
Activities:
Adventure Options, Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Land, Whale Watching, Wilderness Lodge, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Journey to just outside of one of Canada’s most stunning national parks, Auyuittuq National Park, located along the rugged and awe-inspiring glacier-capped and iceberg-studded coastline of southeastern Baffin Island. Enjoy the long days of the Arctic summer and seemingly ‘all …
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Ilulissat Greenland
$10,395
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Gems of West Greenland: Fjords, Icebergs and Culture

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Toronto
  • Discover Uummanaq Fjord
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Venture into Qeqqata
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Toronto
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Take this 12-day journey along the stunning West Greenland coast aboard Ultramarine, venturing into picturesque fjords and captivating islands. This trip showcases the finest attractions in West Greenland, offering a comprehensive exploration of the area. During the trip, visit culturally rich …
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Heli-Hiking in Greenland
$8,195
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West Greenland Ice Odyssey: Glaciers and Icebergs

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Toronto
  • Experience Disko Bay
  • Discover Qeqqata
  • Visit Sisimiut
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Toronto
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise to and from Toronto, Canada, aboard the Ultramarine. Explore the dramatic coast of West Greenland, immersing yourself in its fjords and islands. Visit towns like Sisimiut, Ilulissat, and potentially Itilleq, each brimming with local culture. Glide past colossal …
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Kangerlussuatsiaq, Greenland
$18,395
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Toronto
  • Discover Greenland
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Explore Canada's High Arctic
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Calgary
Activities:
Adventure Options, Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Toronto to Calgary aboard the Ultramarine, tracing the footsteps of the Franklin Expedition in the Northwest Passage and exploring the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland. Discover vibrant Inuit communities, hike the colorful tundra, and encounter the region's …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$47,334
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Northwest Passage

Greenland to Alaska - 22 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Glide between soaring icebergs
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
  • Explore incredible landscapes
  • Meet Indigenous communities
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Nome
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
For centuries the search for the Northwest Passage lured the most intrepid explorers, but it wasn’t until 1906 that Roald Amundsen finally completed the first sea voyage across the Arctic Archipelago. Aboard theNational Geographic Resolution,discover the otherworldly icescapes of the …
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Kayaking with Belugas
$14,589
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Arctic Discovery

9 Day Itinerary
  • Hiking along the tundra
  • Visit Manitoba Museum
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Enjoy guided ecotour activities
  • View the arctic night sky
  • Visit Churchill and meet with local
  • Kayaking with beluga whales
Starts / Ends:
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
On this 9-day Arctic Discovery tour, visit the Manitoba Museum in Winnipeg, where you will learn about the Arctic wildlife up close and personal in their natural habitat and the history of southern Hudson Bay and the Arctic region. Enjoy daily guided activities like hiking across the tundra to view …
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Watching bears near the lodge
$13,495
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Birds, Bears & Belugas

8 Day Itinerary
  • Arctic wildlife viewing
  • Enjoy guided ecotour activities
  • 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
Activities:
Photography Seminars, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Join on an extraordinary adventure in the heart of the Canadian North as you immerse yourself in the raw beauty and untamed wilderness of Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada. Get ready to explore natural wonders, fascinating wildlife, and breathtaking landscapes. While staying in a luxury …
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