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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
from $11,699
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Northern Isles: Iceland, Faroe Islands & Scotland

Reykjavik - Greenwich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Reykjavik vibrant heritage
  • Discover Grundarfjordur's landscape
  • Experience Flatey's serene nature
  • Enjoy Husavik's lively marine life
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Reykjavik / Kirkwall
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, exploring Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, the Faroe Islands, Shetland, and Orkney, with highlights like Dynjandi Waterfall, birdwatching on Grimsey, and historic sites in Torshavn and Lerwick.
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Famed Pulpit Rock in Norway
from $8,499
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Majesty of the Fjords

Reykjavik - Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Visit the Akureyri Botanical Garden
  • See the Geirangerfjord's beauty
  • Discover Isafjordur's rich folklore
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Reykjavik / Oslo
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Reykjavik to Bergen cruise aboard World Traveller and explore Iceland and Norway's captivating landscapes. Enjoy a journey through the picturesque landscapes of Iceland and Norway
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Explore Reykjavik on your Arctic voyage
from $3,680
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Ocean Voyage: Brest - Reykjavik

Brest - Reykjavik - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Take a dip at the Blue Lagoon
  • Visit Oskjuhlid hill museum
  • Discover Oceanopolis center
  • Explore Chateau de Brest Museum
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Brest / Reykjavik
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
On this 5-day ocean voyage, discover the majestic harbor of Brest and enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik's lush, green surroundings. Enjoy this crossing aboard Le Commandant Charcot without ports of call, alongside naturalists who share their knowledge of the polar regions. 
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
from $11,680
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Greenland In Depth

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Learn history of the Arctic people
  • Admire the sparkling icebergs
  • Capture huge narwhal pods
  • Explore turbulent history Vikings
  • Marvel at Sirmilik National Park
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Explore on a 12-day Greenland discovery cruise aboard SH Vega. Learn more about the way of life in West Greenland.
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Black-legged kittiwake
from $12,698
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Wild Scottish Isles & Iceland

Dublin - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Dublin’s historic streets
  • Cruise Calf of Man shores
  • Discover Tobermory's harbor
  • Visit St Kilda's stunning cliffs
Starts / Ends
Dublin / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Discover iconic castles, Viking sites, and dramatic cliffs on this 11-day Seabourn Venture cruise from Dublin to Reykjavik. Explore Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland’s islands, the Shetlands, and Iceland’s Westman Islands, encountering ancient ruins, seabird colonies, and vibrant local culture.
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Snow-covered mountain peaks
from $8,790
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Discover eastern Svalbard
  • Search for Arctic wildlife & birds
  • Find 17th-century whaling remnants
  • Explore spectacular landscapes
Activity Level
Variable
On this 12-day voyage on the M/S Quest, explore the magnificent fjords of Svalbard, Norway. Discover the ruins of the thriving 17th-century whaling era. See polar bears and walruses and explore the stunning landscapes and wide tundras of the Arctic by making daily landings aboard Zodiac craft.
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Magnificent vistas at Kong Oscar Fjord
from $12,695
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Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Experience Arctic
  • Discover Northeast Greenland
  • Sail across Denmark Strait
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik on the Ocean Explorer. Explore Greenland's diverse landscapes and culture and witness icebergs. Have a chance to see the Northern Lights and visit historic Thule sites.
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A colony of walruses resting on the beach
from $17,195
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Helsinki museums
  • Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
  • Visit the 14th of July Glacier
  • Admire Alkefjellet cliffs
Starts / Ends
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Spitsbergen’s on this 15-day cruise from Helsinki and back aboard Ocean Explorer. Witness the untamed beauty, cruising past towering glaciers, colorful tundra, and dramatic fjords. Spot polar bears, seabird colonies, and walrus haul-outs. Discover sites like Alkefjellet, Ny-London, and 14th of July Glacier.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $6,695
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Svalbard Circumnavigation

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Look for polar wildlife
  • View countless seabirds
  • Visit the northernmost towns
  • Cruise past glaciers and fjords
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Board Ocean Albatros to join this 10-day cruise circumnavigating the Svalbard archipelago, including the eastern part of Edgeøya and south part of Spitsbergen like Bellsund and Hornsund. Experience high summer in the Arctic, and enjoy the immense beauty of the distinctive landscapes and wildlife. Watch for whales, walruses, polar bears, and millions of sea birds.
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from $12,090
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Experience eastern Svalbard
  • Observe for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover 17th-century whaling relic
  • Explore stunning landscapes
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
The M/S Stockholm will take you on a 12-day tour through the magnificent fjords of Svalbard. Discover relics from the thriving whaling industry in the 17th century. Observe Arctic animals like polar bears and walruses, and explore stunning landscapes and huge tundra on daily landings with Zodiac craft.
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