Best Arctic Cruises

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Polar Bears & Glaciers of Baffin Island

7 Day Itinerary

Activities

Fishing, Wilderness Lodge Exploration

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.

• Search for bowhead whales
• Admire all-night Arctic sunsets
• Visit Auyuittuq National Park
• Explore ancient Thule sites

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Taste of the Arctic Summer

4 Day Itinerary

Starts / Ends

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.

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

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from $14,495

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Into the Northwest Passage

Kangerlussuaq - Kugluktuk, NU - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour

Starts / Ends

Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk

Activity Level

Variable

Board the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavor expedition ship on this 17-day Arctic cruise from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland through the legendary Northwest Passage. You'll encounter wildlife like polar bears, caribou, walrus, and musk ox, meet Inuit villagers in their coastal fishing towns, navigate around icebergs in zodiacs and trek across glaciers!

• Visit ancient sites and villages
• Meet the stunning Arctic wildlife
• Experience Inuit culture first hand
• Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord

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from $18,571

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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 15-day Arctic adventure from Iceland to Newfoundland. Explore Reykjavík and Flatey Island, cross the Denmark Strait, and cruise through Greenland's stunning fjords. Visit Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows, witness breathtaking Arctic wildlife, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Labrador Coast.

• Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
• Cross the Denmark Strait
• Spot wildlife in Davis Strait
• Discover Newfoundland’s fjords

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from $15,358

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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Resolution to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and more. This active tour offers chances to hike, kayak, and take Zodiac tours among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.

• View polar bears on the pack ice
• Observe walruses and other wildlife
• Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
• Enjoy superlative photos ops

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from $10,095

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Arctic Odyssey

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen with visits to the Svalbard Museum and stunning landscapes. Explore Svalbard's wildlife, sail to East Greenland's fjords, visit an Inuit village, and experience Iceland's dramatic Westfjords before concluding in Reykjavik.

• Explore Longyearbyen’s scenery
• Spot polar bears in Svalbard
• Admire Iceland’s vast Westfjords
• Discover the Svalbard Archipelago

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from $6,645

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Exploring Iceland: Fjords, Waterfalls and Wildlife

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

On this 6-day Exploring Iceland, embark in Reykjavík. Discover the beauty if Iceland’s geology - glaciers, geysers, thundering waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs and more. Relax aboard the luxury sailing vessel National Geographic Explorer and enjoy informal elegance, culinary delights, and gracious service.

• Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
• Soak in geothermal hot springs,
• Discover Westfjords' biodiversity
• Watch out for humpback whales

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from $5,650

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Around Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day Arctic expedition from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Hondius, cruising Spitsbergen's west coast with stops at glacier-carved fjords, historic sites, and prime wildlife habitats teeming with polar bears, walruses, and Arctic birdlife. This unforgettable journey reaches the northernmost points near the North Pole, immersing you in stunning glacial and tundra landscapes.

• Visit Longyearbyen’s historic charm
• Explore Ny Alesund's settlement
• Discover Arctic wilderness
• Wander Hornsund’s iconic peaks

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from $5,650

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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Ortelius from Longyearbyen, exploring glaciers, fjords, and wildlife-rich areas like Monaco Glacier and Hinlopen Strait. Visit Ny Alesund, reach 80° north, and marvel at Spitsbergen's dramatic landscapes.

• Explore Longyearbyen's landmarks
• Sail Isfjorden's stunning waters
• Visit Krossfjorden's glaciers
• Spot wildlife at Seven Islands

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from $4,300

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the pack ice of northern Spitsbergen, offering abundant chances to spot whales, polar bears, seabirds, walruses, and a diverse array of Arctic wildlife.

• Explore Longyearbyen, historic town
• Visit Raudfjord, expansive glaciers
• Discover Monaco Glacier, ice cliffs
• Visit Alkhornet, Arctic wildlife

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from $5,350

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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Set out on an 11-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, departing from Longyearbyen to explore remote North Spitsbergen. Discover historic whaling sites, pristine glaciers, and diverse Arctic birdlife like the Little Auk, and witness polar bears in their natural habitat.

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Sail Fuglefjorden’s polar haven
• Visit Raudfjord’s icy expanse
• Discover Trygghamna whaling relics

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from $21,695

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Svalbard in Depth

Roundtrip Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise to the island of Svalbard, which is known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer, and Arctic foxes. Sylvia Earle explores Svalbard on a 15-day cruise.

• Explore the town of Longyearbyen
• Seek out Arctic wildlife
• Visit Camp Barentz
• Discover Svalbard's fjords

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from $22,295

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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Oslo to Reykjavik. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.

• Explore Oslo’s vibrant cityscape
• Discover Svalbard’s fjords
• Admire Jan Mayen’s Beerenberg
• Experience Greenland’s vast fjords

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from $7,750

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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Longyearbyen- Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Akureyri

Activity Level

Variable

Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland are two of the most beautiful places in the world, and this 14-day trip takes you there. A midnight view of the Aurora Borealis is included in the tour, which includes a visit to seals, seabirds, and polar bears aboard MV Ortelius.

• View the Northern Lights
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
• Watch whale and seabird migration
• Observe cathedral-like icebergs

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from $15,695

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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

Activities

Photography Seminars, Kayaking, Adventure Options

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $17,080

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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

Activities

Village Visits, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

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.

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

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from $20,994

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Grand Greenland - Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Discover the beauty of Greenland and Iceland on this 21-day Grand Greenland – Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin cruise aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. Visit UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord, explore Uummannaq Fjord, and sail through remote Arctic regions. Witness polar wildlife, including whales, walruses, and polar bears.

• Visit Nuuk’s colorful landmarks
• Spot whales & icebergs in Disko Bay
• Explore Ilulissat Icefjord
• Visit Uummannaq

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from $13,295

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South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Hiking, Helicopter Tours, Camping

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 13-day roundtrip expedition cruise to Reykjavik on the Ultramarine. Explore South Greenland's stunning alpine peaks and remote ridges through heli-hiking and flight-seeing excursions. Step onto the immense Greenland Ice Sheet, the world's second-largest ice mass.

• Explore Reykjavik,Iceland's capital
• Experience Westlands
• Discover Arctic Patagonia
• Explore East Coast of Greenland

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