Arctic Small Ship Cruises

from $11,495

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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Aberdeen
• Discover Fair Isle
• Experience Faroe Islands
• Explore Jan Mayen

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Aberdeen / Helsinki

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Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Aberdeen to Helsinki on the Ultramarine. Explore Fair Isle, the Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen, and Spitsbergen, encountering iconic Arctic wildlife like puffins, seabirds, reindeer, and whales.

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from $11,419

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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
• Explore Gros Morne National Park
• Look for moose, seabirds and whales
• Discover eastern Canada's beauty

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St. John's / L'Anse aux Meadows

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Sail the Canadian Maritimes with the National Geographic Explorer. Walk among Viking ruins in Newfoundland, explore WWII sites, and admire Prince Edward Island’s red cliffs. Spot puffins, whales, and moose in this wild and historic Atlantic region.

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from $8,300

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Northeast Greenland Extreme - Aurora Borealis & Long Hikes

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Scoresby Sund
• Spot Arctic wildlife ashore
• Discover historic trapper sites
• See Aurora Borealis glow

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

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Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Northern Lights

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Experience a 14-day MV Hondius Arctic cruise to Northeast Greenland, exploring Scoresby Sund, spotting polar bears, whales, musk oxen, seabirds, and stunning fjords. Enjoy guided hikes and landings along the rugged coastline while experiencing Arctic landscapes, glaciers, sea ice, and the Northern Lights.

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from $6,995

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Sable Island: Wild Horses and Outpost Legacy

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Discover Sable Island Wildlife
• Encounter Wild Horses
• Visit Saint-Pierre, France
• Explore Historic St. John’s

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St. John's / St. John's

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Embark from St. John’s, Newfoundland, an 8-day Ocean Nova expedition exploring the wild beauty of Sable Island and the charm of Saint-Pierre. Experience legendary history, French culture, and Atlantic wildlife—from seals and horses to seabirds. Expert guides, Zodiac landings, and comfortable ship amenities enhance each moment at sea.

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from $3,100

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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Aberdeen - Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Aberdeen
• Experience Fair Isle's charm
• Explore Jan Mayen

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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen

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Join this exciting 10-day Arctic Ocean cruise aboard MV Plancius. Departing from Aberdeen, marvel at orcas off Girdle Ness before immersing in Fair Isle's knitwear and seabirds. Explore Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, then navigate ice edges for polar bears near Spitsbergen's fjords.

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from $14,495

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Canada & Greenland Explorer

Toronto to Greenland - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes

• Visit historic Toronto neighborhood
• Explore Quebec City landmarks
• Explore Inuit village traditions
• Whale watch in Tadoussac

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Toronto / Nuuk

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Kayaking, Urban Exploration, Fishing, Wine Tasting

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Embark on a 15-day Viking Great Lakes and Arctic cruise from Toronto to Greenland, exploring top destinations like Quebec City, Gros Morne National Park, Red Bay, and Paamiut. Discover whale-filled waters in Tadoussac, dramatic landscapes in the Mingan Archipelago, and Inuit heritage in remote Greenlandic villages.

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from $13,095

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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

Aberdeen - Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Discover Aberdeen's Granite City
• Explore Fair Isle's seabirds
• Visit the Faroe Islands
• See Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes

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Aberdeen / Helsinki

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Join this 15-day Arctic Saga cruise starting in Aberdeen. Discover Fair Isle's seabirds, the rugged Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, & Spitsbergen's majestic fjords. Watch for whales, puffins, & polar bears while enjoying Zodiac cruises, guided hikes, & cultural experiences. Lastly, visit Longyearbyen before returning to Helsinki.

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from $7,795

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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
• Sail from Leith’s historic port
• Walk Torshavn’s colorful streets
• Cruise past Svalbard’s icy fjords

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Edinburgh / Longyearbyen

Activities

Photography Seminars

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Embark on a 13-day expedition from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen on the Sea Spirit, exploring Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle's volcanic landscapes and Svalbard's pristine wilderness with expert-led excursions and breathtaking scenery.

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from $15,679

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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
• Experience Arctic Wildlife
• Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
• Visit Paleo-Eskimo and Thule
• Explore the King Frederick VI Coast

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Variable

Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.

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from $8,650

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Northeast Greenland Extreme

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Sail Akureyri’s scenic fjord
• Explore Kap Brewster’s icy coast
• Discover Scoresby Sund’s fjords
• Visit Sydkap’s towering icebergs

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Akureyri / Longyearbyen

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Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. Journey through Northeast Greenland’s stunning coastlines and the vast Scoresby Sund fjord, encountering whales, seabirds, musk oxen, sea ice, and polar bears.

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from $15,679

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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
• Spot whales and Arctic wildlife
• Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
• Discover Inuit and Thule
• Explore the King Frederick VI Coast

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.

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from $16,995

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An Arctic Wildlife Expedition in Svalbard

Oslo Rountrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Oslo’s cultural capital
• Cruise wildlife-rich Monacobreen
• Enjoy guided hikes
• Spot rare Arctic seabirds

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Oslo / Longyearbyen

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Experience a 9-day luxury Arctic wildlife cruise from Oslo to Svalbard aboard Le Lyrial, with guided hikes and Zodiac rides through icy fjords and glacier-lined shores. Spot polar bears, whales, seals, and rare seabirds while exploring one of the world’s most remote and breathtaking destinations.

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from $14,795

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Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

Aberdeen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Aberdeen's iconic landmarks
• Discover Jarlshof's settlements
• See Faroe Islands' landscapes
• Marvel at Vatnajokull glaciers

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Aberdeen / Reykjavik

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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Aberdeen's landmarks, birdwatch in Fair Isle, discover Jarlshof's archaeology, the Faroe Islands' landscapes, and Iceland's natural wonders.

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from $26,730

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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• See Giant’s Causeway columns
• Visit Glencoe mountain valleys
• Hike Faroese mountains
• See Heimaey volcanic landscapes

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Glasgow / Reykjavik

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Archaeological Site Visits

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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavík aboard Le Bellot. Explore Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Hebrides, Faroe Islands, and Iceland through guided hikes, cultural sites, wildlife cruises, and volcanic landscapes. Experience remote islands, basalt cliffs, and historic towns.

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from $10,720

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Sublime Svalbard—From Hamburg via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Hamburg - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Explore Hamburg’s UNESCO warehouses
• Stroll Esbjerg’s compact center
• Hike rugged Lofoten terrain
• Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords

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Hamburg / Longyearbyen

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Set off on a 14-day Arctic expedition cruise from Hamburg to Svalbard, featuring cultural stops in Denmark and Norway. Explore stunning fjords, the Arctic Circle, and Spitsbergen, where you might spot polar bears before disembarking in Longyearbyen.

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from $27,910

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Total Solar Eclipse from Iceland to Ireland

Reykjavík - Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Witness the total solar eclipse
• See Shetland’s archaeological sites
• Discover Faroese village Saksun
• Kirkwall historic cathedral

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Reykjavik / Dublin

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Spa Relaxation

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Experience a rare celestial event on this 9-day cruise from Reykjavík to Dublin aboard Le Laperouse. Sail into the North Atlantic to witness the total solar eclipse in an unobstructed setting—an unforgettable highlight of the cruise. Along the way, explore volcanic islands, dramatic fjords, and remote coastlines.

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from $28,420

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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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from $8,595

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Gulf of St. Lawrence: Wild & Storied

St. John’s, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Explore Henley Harbour ruins
• Discover Nitassinan Innu culture
• Observe Mingan Archipelago monolith
• Visit Anticosti UNESCO site

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St. John's / St. John's

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Local Market Visits

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Experience a 12-day voyage aboard Ocean Nova from St. John’s, NL, to St. John’s, exploring Newfoundland and Québec coasts. Visit Henley Harbour, Nitassinan, Mingan Archipelago, Anticosti, Rocher Percé, Îles-de-la-Madeleine, and Saint-Pierre-et-Miquelon. Observe seabirds, whales, and coastal communities while learning history, geology, and culture.

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