Best Arctic Cruises

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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Cruise volcanic island of Surtsey
• Visit Heimaey’s lava fields
• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Experience Westfjords fishing herit

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Set sail on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Reykjavik aboard L'Austral. Explore Iceland’s dramatic coastline, from the volcanic island of Surtsey to the puffin-covered cliffs of Grimsey. Visit Heimaey and learn about its volcanic past at the Eldheimar Museum. Cruise past Kirkjufell in Grundarfjordur and encounter Arctic wildlife along the way.

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from $7,750

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Beethoven's Icelandic Symphony: A Musical Voyage

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Reykjavik panoramic city views
• Sail past Surtsey Island
• Hike around Saxholl crater
• See Godafoss Waterfall cascade

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Hiking, Village Visits

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Sail around Iceland on an 8-day expedition aboard L'Austral and visit Reykjavik, Surtsey, Heimaey, Grundarfjordur, Akureyri, Grimsey, and Isafjordur. Encounter volcanoes, Arctic landscapes, puffin colonies, dramatic fjords, and vibrant local culture with expert guides.

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from $4,450

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North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• Cruise along Monaco Glacier
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research station

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Scuba Diving, Photography Seminars

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Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the Arctic wonders of North Spitsbergen on the Basecamp cruise. Hike, snowshoe, kayak, and capture the beauty of polar wildlife and landscapes.

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from $15,170

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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

Kangerlussuaq - Saint Pierre - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore Kangerlussuaq’s vast tundra
• Discover Sisimiut’s landscapes
• Encounter Arctic wildlife
• Experience St. John's coastline

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Kangerlussuaq / Saint Pierre and Miquelon

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Kayaking

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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Le Boreal, exploring Greenland, Nunavut, and Newfoundland. Experience Arctic wildlife, local cultures, and stunning landscapes from Sisimiut to Saint Pierre.

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from $13,795

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Discover Spitsbergen on this 15-day cruise aboard the Ultramarine exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundras. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds like puffins and guillemots. Visit historical whaling outposts, colorful tundra meadows, and breathtaking locations like Alkefjellet and the 14th of July Glacier.

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from $10,690

EBD $500

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South & East Greenland

Qaqortoq - Keflavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto

• Explore Qaqortoq trading hub
• Wander Uunartoq’s hot springs
• Discover Hvalsey Church
• Learn Inuit legends

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Copenhagen / Keflavik International Airport

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Join an 11-day expedition cruise from Qaqortoq to Keflavik on the M/S Balto, exploring South and East Greenland's breathtaking landscapes shaped by Norse and Inuit cultures. Experience the stunning Sermilik Fjord, visit Tasiilaq, and engage with local communities for a deeper understanding of Greenland’s heritage.

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from $9,945

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Greenland Explorer

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore Ikateq's WWII history
• Discover Tasiilaq's traditions
• Navigate Kuummiut's calm fjords
• Sail into Skjoldungen's beauty

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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq

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Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq, retracing the maritime route of Norse settlers from over a millennium ago. Explore the varied landscapes of East, South, and West Greenland, from the vibrant city of Nuuk to the stunning icebergs of Sermilik, all in a singular and extraordinary voyage!

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from $9,945

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Greenland Aurora Explorer

Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore Kangerlussuaq wilderness
• Discover Kangaamiut traditions
• Experience Sermilik glacier-filled
• Visit Aappilattoq village

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Kangerlussuaq / Reykjavik

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Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros, tracing the historic maritime route of Norse settlers from over a thousand years ago. Explore the diverse wonders of Greenland—north, west, south, and east—ranging from the lively capital of Nuuk to the breathtaking glaciers of Skjoldungen, all in a single, extraordinary journey!

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from $8,550

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Northeast Greenland Solar Eclipse Explorer Voyage

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Witness total solar eclipse
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
• Explore Islands of Antarctic Sound
• Observe massive icebergs

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Longyearbyen / Akureyri

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Embark on a 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise aboard MV Plancius and witness an amazing voyage of Svalbard and Greenland. Experience not only the solar eclipse but also have the option for long hikes far from our landing sites.

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from $24,795

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The Northwest Passage (Eastbound)

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Cambridge Bay’s landscapes
• Visit Point Zenith’s coastal cliffs
• Experience Pond Inlet Inuit culture
• Walk Sisimiut’s streets

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Calgary / Toronto

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Join a 16-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Canadian Arctic and Greenland, starting in Calgary and flying to Cambridge Bay. Enjoy wildlife sightings and Inuit heritage before concluding your journey in Nuuk and flying to Toronto.

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from $9,590

EBD $500

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East Greenland and the Wild Beauty of Sermilik

10 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto

• Experience Tasiilaq
• Discover Kuummiut
• Venture to Ikateq fjord
• Witness Karale and Knud Rasmussen

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Reykjavik / Keflavik International Airport

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Join this 10-day expedition cruise with MS Balto from Reykjavik to discover the east coast of Greenland and the Sermilik fjord system while experiencing the wild and uncharted coastline.

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from $14,495

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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour

• Travel the NW Passage Route
• Enjoy Inuit hospitality
• Visit Franklin Expedition graves
• View Arctic wildlife

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Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq

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The Northwest Passage remains one of the world’s last true frontiers. Embark on the Ocean Endeavour for a 17-day Arctic cruise to the far reaches of the north. The crown jewel of Arctic expedition travel, a trip through the Northwest Passage leaves one forever changed.

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from $7,450

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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• View the Northern Lights
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
• Watch whale and seabird migration
• Observe massive icebergs

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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

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This 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breath-taking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are home to seals, seabirds, whales, and polar bears, topped off with nighttime viewing of the Northern Lights.

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from $7,490

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East Greenland and the Wild Beauty of Sermilik

Reykjavik - Keflavik - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto

• Explore Reykjavik’s Nordic culture
• Discover Tasiilaq’s Inuit legends
• Hike Ammassalik fjords
• Visit WWII ruins at Ikateq

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Reykjavik / Keflavik International Airport

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits

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Embark on a 9-day cruise from Reykjavik to Keflavik on the M/S Balto, exploring East Greenland’s stunning Sermilik Fjord with its majestic mountains and glaciers. Experience hiking, whale watching, and Inuit culture while witnessing the Northern Lights from late August in this pristine Arctic environment.

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from $28,080

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Northeast Greenland's Unexplored Sea Ice

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Discover Blosseville
• Cross Denmark Strait
• Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
• Watch the arctic wildlife

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Fishing

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This 15-day cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore Greenland's northeast coast, one of the most remote regions in the Far North. Take the time to explore the coasts of Blosseville, Ittoqqortoormiit, and Greenland's northeast.

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Baffin Island and Greenland: Circling the Midnight Sun

Iqaluit, NU - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour

• Cruise Lady Franklin Island
• Sail through Cumberland Sound
• Walk Ilulissat Icefjord boardwalk
• Discover Sisimiut’s Inuit heritage

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Iqaluit / Kangerlussuaq

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Set sail on a 12-day Baffin Island and Greenland: Circling the Midnight Sun from Iqaluit to Greenland aboard Ocean Endeavour. Navigate icy waters, explore historic Inuit communities, and marvel at the breathtaking Ilulissat Icefjord. Enjoy thrilling Zodiac excursions, hike across rolling tundra, and spot wildlife such as polar bears, whales, and seabirds.

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from $14,950

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Adventure in Greenland

Longyearbyen - Kangerlussuaq - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Witness wildlife at Gnålodden Cliff
• Sail through Hornsund Fjord glacier
• Discover Jan Mayen's volcanic peaks
• Cruise the Prins Christian Sund

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Longyearbyen / Kangerlussuaq

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Spa Relaxation, Local Market Visits

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Set sail on a 15-day Adventure in Greenland cruise aboard the Le Boreal from Longyearbyen to Kangerlussuaq. Exploring the remote wonders of Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Greenland, and Iceland. Cruise through the stunning Hornsund fjord, witness the volcanic landscapes of Jan Mayen, and visit the picturesque town of Isafjordur in Iceland's Westfjords.

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from $6,395

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Iceland Circumnavigation

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour

• Experience Reykjavík's culture
• Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
• Search for whales and dolphins
• Visit traditional fishing villages

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Trace the routes of the Icelandic sagas' heroes on this 10-day circumnavigation cruise starting and ending in Reykjavik aboard Ocean Endeavour (AC). Volcanically and geologically active, Iceland is famed for its awe-inspiring lava fields, mountains, glaciers, and glacial rivers. Natural wonders and a stirring history await on Iceland?s rugged shores.

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