Top Arctic Trips & Tours in August 2026

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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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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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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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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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Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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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 $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 $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 $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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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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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Reykjavik
• Marvel at East Greenland
• Explore Svalbard
• Discover West Fjords of Iceland

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Join this 14-day cruise on the MV Sea Spirit from Reykjavik, experiencing vibrant culture and Icelandic cuisine. Sail through Faxafloi, spotting whales, then explore remote West Fjords, East Greenland, and Svalbard, ending in Longyearbyen.

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from $44,720

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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Spitsbergen
• Visit Ny-Alesund
• Discover Jan Mayen
• Explore Ittoqqortoormiit

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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

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Urban Exploration

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.

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from $28,405

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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

Reykjavik to St John's - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Walk Erik’s Viking farm
• Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
• Witness rare solar eclipset
• Discover Newfoundland’s fjords

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Reykjavik / St. John's

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Whale Watching

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Variable

Sail from Reykjavík to St. John’s on a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Flatey Island, Greenland’s glacier-carved fjords and Viking ruins, Canada’s remote Labrador Coast, and witness a rare total solar eclipse.

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from $13,795

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Arctic Odyssey Under a Solar Eclipse

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Longyearbyen’s rich history
• Sail through Isfjorden’s calm water
• Discover Svalbard’s glaciers
• Witness a total solar eclipse

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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen, and experience the midnight sun while exploring Svalbard's stunning fjords and wildlife. Witness a rare total solar eclipse in the Arctic, then sail to Iceland's breathtaking Westfjords before concluding your adventure in Reykjavik.

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from $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

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Fishing

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the remote and rugged beauty of the Arctic on this 7-day tour of Baffin Island. Experience the long Arctic summer days from the comfort of your safari-style base camp, and spend your time roaming the land in search of polar bears & wildlife in the beautiful silence of the Arctic as you explore Auyuittuq National Park.

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from $7,695

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Disko Bay

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Experience Qeqertarsuaq
• Discover Uummannaq
• Witness Eqip Sermia Glacier
• Explore Sisimiut

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise in Greenland aboard the Ocean Albatros, immersing yourself in Arctic summer. Witness colossal icebergs, engage with locals, delve into Inuit culture, and behold the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Ilulissat Icefjord.

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Greenland: Disko Bay & Beyond

Kangerlussuaq Rountrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore historic Sisimiut town
• Visit Uummannaq
• Visit Itilleq village
• Witness calving Eqip Glacier

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

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Hiking, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits, Citizen Science, Local Market Visits

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Variable

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey from Kangerlussuaq through Greenland’s most iconic sites aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore historic towns, dramatic glaciers, and colorful Arctic villages while discovering the country’s deep Inuit heritage and breathtaking wilderness.

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Taste of the Arctic Summer

4 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy historic town tours
• Hike along Sylvia Grinnell River
• Get a taste of the Arctic
• Discover Iqaluit iconic spots

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Iqaluit / Ottawa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the charm of Canada's hidden jewel, the marine city of Iqaluit. On this 4-day Arctic tour, explore the Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park by hiking and kayaking in Frobisher Bay.

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Jewels of the Arctic: Greenland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Witness the solar eclipse
• Encounter Svalbard wildlife
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
• Experience Greenland’s wildlife

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Oslo / Reykjavik

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Variable

Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to experience the stunning polar north, from Svalbard’s cliffs filled with seabirds to polar bears on ice. Witness the total solar eclipse in Greenland and seek Arctic wildlife among breathtaking landscapes.

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from $16,095

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Total Solar Eclipse: Iceland to Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Witness the total solar eclipse
• Explore seldom-visited Westfjords
• Sail through King Oscar Fjord
• Cross the Arctic Circle

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Ultramarine. Discover Iceland's Westfjords, explore Greenland's Scoresby Sound and witness the stunning solar eclipse. Visit remote fjords, glaciers, and historical Viking settlements. This unique journey offers Zodiac excursions, expert-led talks, and stunning landscapes.

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