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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
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Spa Relaxation, Citizen Science, Photography Seminars
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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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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $30,710
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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
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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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Uunartoq Island hot spring pond
from $22,580
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From the St Lawrence to Greenland, the Last Moments of Winter

Montreal to Nuuk - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Enjoy Saguenay winter activities
  • Observe the natural Perce Rock area
  • Cross the Strait of Belle Isle
  • Swim in natural Uunartoq pools
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Montreal / Paris
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Hiking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Local Market Visits
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Explore Canada and Greenland on a 15-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Cruise the Saint Lawrence Seaway, Saguenay River, Gulf of Saint Lawrence, and Belle Isle Strait. Visit Saguenay, Gaspe, Qaqortoq, Narsarsuaq, and Uunartoq for snowshoeing, Zodiac cruises, cultural visits, wildlife viewing, Viking history, and hot springs.
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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
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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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Small harbor with fishing boats outside St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
from $12,990
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Sailing the St. Lawrence Seaway and Canadian Maritimes

11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Spot belugas and minkes in Saguenay
  • Explore Quebec’s old town
  • Discover Acadian villages
  • Kayak Côte-Nord coastline
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St. John's / St. John's
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an immersive 11-day St. Lawrence River cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, roundtrip from St. John's, Newfoundland. Explore Quebec City, Saguenay Fjord, Côte-Nord, St-Pierre, and Îles de la Madeleine while discovering breathtaking landscapes, rich Indigenous heritage, diverse wildlife, and vibrant Acadian culture.
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Midnight sun over Lofoten
from $9,000
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From Scenic Fjords to Arctic Ice: The Ultimate Northern Journey

Dover - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Historic Bergen
  • Observe Bear Island Wildlife
  • Cruise Norwegian Fjords
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Dover / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Explore Norway and the Arctic on a 13-day expedition from Dover to Longyearbyen aboard SH Diana. Visit Mandal, Bergen, Nordfjordeid, Geiranger, Lofoten and Harstad, cruise Trollfjorden, observe seabirds on Bear Island, and explore Svalbard's polar landscapes before reaching Longyearbyen.
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
from $30,710
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Scottish Isles, Arctic Circles & Svalbard

Glasgow - Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Iona landscapes
  • Discover Staffa and sea caves
  • Visit Callanish Stones site
  • Admire Alesund's coastal views
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Aqua Lares through Scotland, Norway, and Svalbard, visiting historic sites and wildlife-rich areas. Experience the beauty of remote landscapes and Arctic wildlife while enjoying expert-guided excursions and small-ship comfort.
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The dramatic coastline of the Shetland Islands
from $9,770
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The Wild Archipelagos of the North Atlantic

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Glasgow city exploration
  • Observe Shiant Islands wildlife
  • Visit Foula remote landscapes
  • Heimaey volcano visit
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark from Glasgow on an 11-day cruise aboard L'Austral to explore Scotland’s dramatic lochs, the Shiant and Outer Hebrides islands, remote Shetlands, Faroe Islands’ cliffs and villages, and Iceland’s fjords and volcanic landscapes. Hike, spot wildlife, and explore ancient sites along the route.
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Charming Quebec City
from $10,228
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Newfoundland & Gulf Of St. Lawrence Reverie

Montreal Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Ovation
  • Visit Old Montreal Streets
  • See UNESCO-listed Viking settlement
  • Visit Iles de la Madeleine
  • Navigate Saguenay Fjord Park
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Montreal / Montreal
Activities
Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise through eastern Canada aboard Seabourn Ovation. Sail the St. Lawrence River, visiting Havre-Saint-Pierre, L’Anse aux Meadows, St. John’s, Saguenay, and remote islands. Explore Viking history, fjords, fishing villages, and French-influenced ports.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $7,999
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Canadian Discovery

New York - Ontario - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Visit Halifax Sambro Island
  • Tour Sydney coal mines
  • Wander Havre-Saint-Pierre monoliths
  • Navigate the St. Lawrence Seaway
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New York City / Toronto
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Viking Great Lakes cruise through eastern Canada’s stunning landscapes and rich colonial history. Explore the Canadian Maritimes, the St. Lawrence River, and the Saguenay Valley, with guided shore excursions at each port to experience local culture and landmarks.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $11,280
No SS
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From Scotland to Spitsbergen

Glasgow to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Walk Glasgow's historic center
  • View Callanish standing stones
  • See Tromso Arctic Cathedral
  • Spot belugas near Spitsbergen
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Sail from Glasgow to Longyearbyen on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the Scottish Isles, Viking-era ruins, Arctic fjords, and glacial landscapes. Visit Iona, Callanish, Mousa, Tromso, and Spitsbergen. Observe seabirds, seals, and whales while navigating Norway’s Trollfjorden and remote polar waters.
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Jökulsárlón Glacier Lagoon
from $1,645
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Northern Lights and South Coast Exploration Tour

Iceland Small Group Tour - 5 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon
  • Enjoy Skogafoss Waterfall
  • Witness the Strokkur Geyser
  • Visit the Thingvellir National Park
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Northern Lights
Activity Level
Relaxed
On this 5-day journey, experience the South Coast at its best while viewing the spectacular Northern Lights. Along the journey, take in the Golden Circle, the Jokulsarlon glacier lagoon, and numerous more sights
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