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Explore the Arctic's wonders on Adventure Life's cultural tours and cruises this year. With a selection of meticulously crafted itineraries to choose from, including adventures like discovering Iceland's natural beauty and wildlife, sailing through the Northwest Passage, exploring Greenland's stunning landscapes, and visiting the ancient Viking settlement in Canada, you'll embark on a journey that will leave you in awe of the Arctic's diverse offerings. Immerse yourself in the unique cultures, breathtaking scenery, and fascinating history of these remote regions over a span of , creating memories that will last a lifetime. Don't miss the chance to experience the Arctic in all its glory - contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Traditional Colourful Houses
from $25,810
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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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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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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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Variable
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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Beechey Island, a historically significant site in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, Nunavut
from $25,495
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Northwest Passage

Reykjavik - Calgary - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Sail Kangerlussuaq Fjord
  • Discover remote Pond Inlet
  • Visit scenic Dundas Harbor
  • Visit historic Cambridge Bay
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Reykjavik / Calgary
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Hiking, Kayaking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Experience a 15-day cruise on the Sylvia Earle, exploring Thule culture in Sisimiut and hiking near the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. Discover Canadian Arctic traditions, navigate stunning icefjords, and visit historical sites before flying from Kugluktuk to Calgary.
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
from $23,595
EBD
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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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Variable
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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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
from $9,595
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Highlights of Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Reykjavik city streets
  • Walk Ísafjörður fjord paths
  • Visit Siglufjörður Herring Museum
  • Cross Arctic Circle Grímsey
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Discover Iceland in 8 days aboard Ocean Victory, traveling from Reykjavik to Reykjavik. Visit Ísafjörður, Siglufjörður, Grímsey, Akureyri, Húsavík, Djúpivogur, and the Westman Islands. Explore historic towns, volcanic landscapes, fjords, wildlife, and cultural sites along the Arctic Circle with guided walks, local cuisine, and coastal views.
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Disko Bay
from $14,295
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West Greenland: Discovering Massive Icebergs and Inuit Communities

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Visit Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Discover Uummannaq Fjord
  • Explore Sisimiut Culture
  • Cruise Eternity Fjord
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Biking
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Variable
Explore Greenland and Iceland aboard Ocean Explorer on an 11-day Arctic journey from Reykjavik to Nuuk. Discover Ilulissat Icefjord, Sisimiut, Disko Bay, and Uummannaq Fjord. Experience glaciers, wildlife, Inuit culture, and dramatic Arctic landscapes on this immersive 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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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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Variable
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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Polar bear in the Arctic
from $12,500
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Svalbard Spring Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Cruise the ice edge
  • See walrus colony
  • Zodiac at Lilliehöökbreen
  • Land at Sallyhamna
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Enjoy exploring Svalbard’s icy wilderness on this 8-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing round-trip from Longyearbyen. Navigate to walrus colonies, historic trapper huts, and the Arctic ice edge. Visit sites like Alkhornet, Poolepynten, and Magdalenefjorden. Spot seals, seabirds, and polar bears, and cruise among calving glaciers by Zodiac.
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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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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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Getting ready to kayak near a glacier
from $7,900
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Expedition to Greenland, land of Northern Lights

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Kangerlussuaq wildlife
  • Cruise Evigheds Glacier fjord
  • Explore Qeqertarsuaq volcanic isle
  • Cruise Disko Bay icebergs
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Explore Greenland on a 9-day cruise aboard SH Vega, traveling from Kangerlussuaq to Qeqertarsuaq, Uummannaq, Disko Bay, Ilulissat, and Sisimiut. Visit glaciers, museums, historic Inuit sites, and Arctic towns. Kayak through Disko Bay and explore the UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord. See Greenland’s landscapes and wildlife.
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Arctic Summer
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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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