Best Arctic Cruises

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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

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Hiking

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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from $11,000

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East and South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen

Longyearbyen - Narsarsuaq - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen’s history
• Sail through Foster Bay
• Traverse Kaiser Franz Josef Fjord
• Explore Antarctic Sound’s islands
• Discover Thule dwellings
• Bathe in Uunartoq’s hot springs

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Longyearbyen / Narsarsuaq

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Northern Lights

Activity Level

Variable

Start your 21-day East and South Greenland Explorer cruise aboard the MV Plancius in Longyearbyen. Explore historic sites, spot minke whales, and sail to Greenland's Foster Bay. Journey through fjords, encountering icebergs, musk oxen, and geese. Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, Tasiilaq, and Norse ruins in Eriksfjord, ending in Narsarsuaq, before flying back to Copenhagen.

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from $7,170

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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Discover Reykjavík's Blue Lagoon
• Explore the beautiful Grimsey
• Experience Isafjordur fjord
• Visit Eldheimar

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Le Bellot hosts this 8-day Arctic cruise of Iceland, departing from the artistic capital city of Reykjavik. Bird lovers rejoice at the wealth of seabirds, especially at Grimsey Island. You'll also witness the beautiful Ísafjörður, nestled in a dramatic landscape of volcanoes, glaciers, and snow-capped peaks, all while learning about the local culture.

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from $16,730

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Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Cruise Viking Bay’s dramatic cliffs
• Explore Bear Islands vistas
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
• Encounter Arctic wildlife

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Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Keflavik to Greenland’s remote eastern coast aboard MV Vikingfjord. Sail past Viking Bay’s towering bird cliffs & basalt columns. Explore the stunning fjords of Hare, Ofjord, & the Bear Islands. Visit historic Thule sites in Sydkap & marvel at drifting icebergs near the Northeast Greenland National Park border.

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from $37,420

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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Discover the Nordaustlandet
• Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
• Sail through Hinlopen Strait
• Watch the arctic wildlife

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

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Skiing

Activity Level

Variable

Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day cruise exploring the north-east of Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in early summer, before cruising to Svalbard and its untouched landscapes.

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from $10,095

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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Reykjavik’s lively streets
• Discover Westfjords’ rugged fjords
• Cruise Scoresby Sund’s vast fjords
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s village

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

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Photography Seminars

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.

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from $8,550

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Northeast Greenland Solar Eclipse Explorer Voyage

Longyearbyen to Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

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

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Longyearbyen / Akureyri

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise aboard MV Hondius 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 $23,470

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In the Heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
• Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Admire the enormous Smoking Hills

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 20-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq aboard the L'Austral, exploring Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage. Discover stunning Arctic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Inuit culture along the way.

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from $23,320

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In the heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal

• Explore Kitissuarsuit’s traditions
• Visit Sisimiut's colorful town
• Discover Pond Inlet landscapes
• Explore Disko Bay’s icebergs

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 20-day expedition to and from Kangerlussuaq aboard the Le Boreal. Explore the Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage, featuring Greenland's icebergs, coastal villages, and Inuit culture in Arctic Bay.

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from $21,360

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Grand Greenland – Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin Flight from/to New York Included

New York to Nuuk - 20 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen

• Discover Nuuk’s historic sites
• Marvel at Ilulissat Icefjord
• Visit remote Arctic communities
• Learn more about about the Arctic

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New York / Nuuk

Activities

Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 20-day expedition from New York, flying to Greenland’s remote north and cruising aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. Explore Nuuk, sail past Disko Bay’s icebergs, visit Ilulissat Icefjord, traverse Melville Bay, and venture into the uncharted Thule region before crossing Baffin Bay and returning home.

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from $8,970

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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
• Visit Isafjordur picturesque fjord
• Wander Akureyri’s colorful streets
• Discover Heimaey’s volcanic island

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Iceland’s stunning west coast on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, and geysers. Highlights include Reykjavík’s colorful charm, Grimsey’s seabird colonies, Akureyri’s geothermal wonders, and the iconic Golden Circle or whale-watching adventures.

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from $13,695

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Greenland Solar Eclipse

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Discover Skjoldungen
• Discover Tasiilaq
• Experience Denmark Strait
• Explore Reykjavik

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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 13-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the Ocean Albatros. Witness the spectacular total solar eclipse in the untamed landscapes of East Greenland, a truly awe-inspiring experience.

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from $10,095

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Wild Fjords of South Greenland: Land of the Vikings

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Reykjavik
• Learn more about Greenland
• Experience Southeast Greenland
• Discover Greenland's southern coast

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Ultramarine. Explore Greenland's southeast coast, visit local communities and Viking sites, and witness imposing glaciers amidst stunning landscapes.

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from $10,995

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Gems of West Greenland: Fjords, Icebergs and Culture

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Reykjavik
• Discover Uummanaq Fjord
• Explore Disko Bay
• Venture into Qeqqata

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Toronto / Toronto

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Experience the breathtaking scenery of West Greenland on this 12-day expedition cruise roundtrip to Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine, delving into its picturesque fjords and visiting breathtaking islands. A journey that encompasses Greenland's most photogenic and recognizable areas.

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from $5,900

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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

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Constable Point / Akureyri

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 $46,200

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The Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• See Longyearbyen’s Arctic wildlife
• See Templefjord’s majestic glaciers
• See polar bears in Magdalenefjorden
• Sail to the Geographic North Pole

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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 17-day Geographic North Pole cruise through the Arctic’s pristine landscapes aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Journey from Svalbard's glaciers and fjords to Greenland’s untouched coasts and Iceland's vibrant capital, Reykjavik. Explore the majestic ice floes, encounter rare wildlife like polar bears and whales, and immerse yourself in Inuit traditions.

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from $19,946

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Arctic Island Odyssey—Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland

Oslo - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Explore Oslo’s fjord-side capital
• Wander Longyearbyen’s Arctic town
• Discover Ny Alesund’s research base
• Marvel at Scoresby Sund fjords

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Oslo / Reykjavik

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 17-day Arctic expedition cruise on the MS Fram, starting in Oslo and heading to Longyearbyen, the world’s northernmost town. Explore remote settlements, icebergs, and wildlife while enjoying a mix of culture and adventure, culminating in Reykjavik, Iceland.

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from $20,793

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Circumnavigating Svalbard: The Ultimate Expedition

Oslo - Longyearbyen - 16 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Venture to the Arctic ice edge
• Encounter wildlife in Svalbard
• Trace whaling history of Bellsund
• Explore Longyearbyen Arctic town

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Oslo / Oslo

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Variable

Join a 16-day Arctic cruise on the MS Fram, starting in Oslo and flying to Longyearbyen, the northernmost town. Explore stunning landscapes, wildlife, and historic sites while aiming for a complete circumnavigation of Svalbard, concluding your journey back in Oslo.

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