Top Arctic Trips & Tours in October 2026

from $14,698

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Great Ice Bear

7 Day Itinerary

• Capture photos of Arctic wildlife
• Learn about Arctic ecosystems
• See the historic port of Churchill
• Enjoy guided ecotour activities
• See the aurora borealis at night
• Try Tundra cuisine

Starts / Ends

Winnipeg / Winnipeg

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Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Village Visits, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Easy Active

During this 7-day Great Ice Bear Safari tour, spend your week exploring the rugged and beautiful coastline of Hudson Bay. Witness and photograph Arctic wildlife and their habitats, such as moose, wolves, and a great polar bear, with the help of an expert guide.

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from $16,920

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Polar Bear Migration Fly-in

8 Day Itinerary

• Stay in a bear-proof cabin
• Observe and photograph polar bears
• Enjoy daily guided hikes
• Delight in magical northern lights

Activity Level

Relaxed

Get as close to polar bears in the wild as possible so that you can literally walk with them in their natural environment. Join this 8-day Arctic expedition, considered one of the best polar bear tours. Follow the path that polar bears take when they migrate in search of the first sea ice to form on the bay.

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from $6,300

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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Iceland, Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail

Constable Pynt - Akureyri - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore Milne Land’s icebergs
• Discover O Fjord’s towering cliffs
• Sail Harefjord’s scenic expanse
• Experience Ittoqqortoormiit’s cultu

Starts / Ends

Constable Point / Akureyri

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Constable Pynt to Akureyri aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, exploring Earth’s largest fjord system. Discover exotic Arctic wildlife, including musk oxen and Arctic hares, amid stunning auroras, with chances to spot Greenland whales, massive icebergs, ancient Thule sites, and scenic coastal hikes.

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from $14,942

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Polar Bear Photo Safari

7 Day Itinerary

• Capture photos of polar bears & cub
• See the aurora borealis at night
• Learn about Arctic ecosystems
• Discover Canadian Arctic wildlife
• Tunda Cuisine
• Peak photo sessions

Starts / Ends

Winnipeg / Winnipeg

Activity Level

Easy Active

Join this 8-day Polar Bear Photo Safari Tour at Nanuk Polar Bear Lodge, Hudson Bay, Canada, a wildly rugged and remote location, catering to the photographer willing to spend long hours in the field getting up close and personal, at ground level, with Arctic wildlife.

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from $4,000

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Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail

Reykjavik to Seydisfjordur - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore East Iceland
• Experience Northeast Iceland
• Discover Húsavík and Whales
• Explore the Arctic Circle

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Egilsstaðir

Activities

Northern Lights, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day expedition aboard Rembrandt van Rijn to explore Northeast Iceland’s fjords, waterfalls, and geothermal wonders. Discover picturesque villages, rugged highlands, and Arctic wildlife, with scenic hikes and the chance to witness the magical Aurora Borealis.

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from $3,027

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Discover Iceland

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Reykjavik
• Visit the Golden Circle
• Enjoy Dalvík
• Circumnavigate Ring Road

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the best of Iceland on this 8-day tour, covering Reykjavik and the highlights along the famed Ring Road. Visit a shimmering glacier, spouting geysers, incredible volcanoes, and stunning waterfalls, and go whale watching in the north.

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from $3,279

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Golden Circle and Northern Lights Tour

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Hike at Vatnajokull glacier
• Enjoy Arctic Whale Watching
• Visit to Ingvellir National Park
• Wander along Diamond Beach

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this fantastic 8-day road trip along the Ring Road, explore the dramatic landscapes of Iceland's "Golden Circle." Experience the Aurora Borealis, commonly considered one of the most magnificent natural phenomena in the world.

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from $1,648

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Natural Iceland Adventure

Iceland Small Group Tour - 5 Day Itinerary

• Visit lava fields and Kirkjufell
• See Barnafoss and Hraunfossar
• Explore the Golden Circle sites
• Hike Vatnajokull Glacier trail
• Visit Jokulsarlon and Diamond Beach

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover Iceland’s top sights on this 5-day tour from west to east. Explore Snaefellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and South Coast highlights including black sand beaches, volcanic landscapes, and iconic waterfalls. Visit Jokulsarlon Glacier Lagoon, hike Vatnajokull Glacier, and enjoy optional cave and geothermal spa visits.

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from $3,279

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Best of Iceland

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary

• Drive the Ring Road
• Enjoy Whale Watching Tour
• Visit National Parks
• Wander Snæfellsnes Peninsula
• Tour the Golden Circle

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the best of Iceland on this exciting 8-day tour starting and ending in Reykjavik. As you visit the Golden Circle and drive the Ring Road, beautiful glaciers reach across the landscape. This complete Iceland tour features Iceland's most legendary places and experiences.

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from $7,984

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Best of Iceland - Private Tour

8 Day Itinerary

• Drive the Ring Road
• Enjoy Whale Watching Tour
• Visit National Parks
• Wander Snæfellsnes Peninsula
• Tour the Golden Circle

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the best of Iceland on this exciting 8-day tour starting and ending in Reykjavik. As you visit the Golden Circle and drive the Ring Road, beautiful glaciers reach across the landscape. This complete Iceland tour features Iceland's most legendary places and experiences.

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from $1,681

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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

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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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from $7,270

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Discover Iceland - Private Tour

8 Day Itinerary

• Explore Reykjavik
• Visit the Golden Circle
• Enjoy Dalvík
• Circumnavigate Ring Road

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the best of Iceland on this 8-day tour, covering Reykjavik and the highlights along the famed Ring Road. Visit a shimmering glacier, spouting geysers, incredible volcanoes, and stunning waterfalls, and go whale watching in the north.

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from $795

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South Iceland Encounter

Iceland Small Group Tour - 2 Day Itinerary

• Experience South Iceland
• Explore Vatnajökull ice cave
• Search for the Northern Lights

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Strap on your hiking boots and join this 2-day adventure, immersing in the marvels of Icelandic landscapes. Discover the South Coast's iconic waterfalls and black sand beaches and be among the first to explore Europe's largest ice cap inside a blue ice cave. Cap it all off with opportunities to witness the enchanting Northern Lights!

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from $1,093

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South Iceland and Golden Circle

Iceland Small Group Tour - 3 Day Itinerary

• Experience the Golden Circle
• Visit waterfalls
• Relax in hot springs

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Experience three days of action packed adventure around Iceland's South Coast. Tour the Golden Circle, visit a natural ice cave and witness the otherworldly landscapes that make Iceland famous.

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from $302

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Katla Ice Cave Under the Volcano

1 Day Itinerary

• View Over Myrdalsjokull
• Visiting a Natural Glacial Ice Cave
• Scenic Super Jeep Ride

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Vik

Activity Level

Easy Active

During this day tour, hop on a super jeep to explore the Katla ice cave on Myrdalsjokull Glacier and enjoy scenic views of this landscape.

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from $277

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Ice Climbing & Glacier Walking Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Solheimajokull Glacier
• Enjoy glacier hiking

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Sólheimajökull Glacier

Activity Level

Moderate

On this day tour, experience ice climbing and hike across the Sólheimajökull glacier in Iceland. Discover the outlet glacier with its many crevasses and challenge your ice-climbing skills.

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from $235

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Silfra Fissure Snorkel Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Experience Silfra Fissure
• Visit Thingvellir National Park

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Þingvellir National Park

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this one-day Iceland tour, you can dive or snorkel in the crystal-clear glacial water between two tectonic plates, truly an unforgettable experience.

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from $168

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Golden Circle & Hot Spring Tour

1 Day Itinerary

• Discover Secret Lagoon
• Marvel the Geysir Hot Spring
• Explore Thingvellir National Park
• Visit Gullfoss Waterfall

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Easy Active

Visit three of Golden Circle's most popular destinations on this day trip and unwind in a picturesque natural pool. Complete the Icelandic experience with stopovers to waterfalls, geysers, and historical sights.

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