Arctic Small Ship Cruises

from $22,160

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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Southbound - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Explore the Svalbard coast
• Discover islands and fjords
• Actively explore the scenery
• Explore the coves and inlets

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Oslo / Oslo

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Variable

This 12-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Resolution takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.

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from $13,795

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Arctic Odyssey Under a Solar Eclipse

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Longyearbyen’s rich history
• Sail through Isfjorden’s calm water
• Discover Svalbard’s glaciers
• Witness a total solar eclipse

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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen, and experience the midnight sun while exploring Svalbard's stunning fjords and wildlife. Witness a rare total solar eclipse in the Arctic, then sail to Iceland's breathtaking Westfjords before concluding your adventure in Reykjavik.

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from $16,990

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Baffin Island: Exploring Canada’s Wild Arctic Frontier

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Explore rugged Baffin fjords
• Search iconic Arctic wildlife
• Cruise scenic Nuuk coastline
• Navigate the remote Davis Strait

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Variable

Sail from Reykjavík to Canada’s High Arctic on a 13-day expedition aboard National Geographic Resolution. Navigate Baffin Island’s fjords, search for wildlife, and explore remote landscapes shaped by ice, cliffs, and ancient culture. The flexible route maximizes time in glaciers, bays, and rugged coastal terrain.

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from $11,495

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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

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

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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen

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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 $13,995

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High Arctic Expedition: Where Art Meets Land

Qausuittuq - Nuuk - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Explore Beechey Island
• Sail Tallurutiup Imanga
• Walk Ellesmere Island
• Meet Qaanaaq residents

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Resolute / Nuuk

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Variable

Set sail on a 15-day cruise from Qausuittuq, Canada, to Nuuk, Greenland aboard Ocean Nova. Explore Beechey Island, Tallurutiup Imanga, Ellesmere Island, Qaanaaq, Disko Island, and West Greenland. Learn from Inuit communities, visit historic Arctic sites, observe wildlife, and sail through fjords, ice, and remote northern coastlines.

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from $9,895

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Complete East Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Visit Kuummiut village
• Discover Ikateq airbase
• Sail to Ittoqqortoormiit
• Enter Northeast Greenland Park

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 12-day East Greenland expedition from Reykjavik aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore remote villages like Kuummiut, Tasiilaq, and Ittoqqortoormiit, historic WWII sites at Ikateq, and dramatic fjords, glaciers, and mountains. Cross the Denmark Strait, experience the Northeast Greenland National Park, and witness Arctic wildlife.

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from $8,295

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West Svalbard & Polar Ice Edge

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Cruise Hornsund fjord
• Discover Bellsund history
• See seabirds nesting
• Hike Arctic tundra

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Begin in Longyearbyen, then embark on a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords, glaciers, and national parks, with chances to see polar bears, walrus, whales, and seabirds. Visit historic Ny Ålesund and reach the polar ice edge for wildlife encounters in one of the Arctic’s most pristine regions.

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from $9,595

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Highlights of Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Reykjavik city streets
• Walk Ísafjörður fjord paths
• Visit Siglufjörður Herring Museum
• Cross Arctic Circle Grímsey

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Whale Watching

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Iceland in 8 days aboard Ocean Victory, traveling from Reykjavik to Reykjavik. Visit Ísafjörður, Siglufjörður, Grímsey, Akureyri, Húsavík, Djúpivogur, and the Westman Islands. Explore historic towns, volcanic landscapes, fjords, wildlife, and cultural sites along the Arctic Circle with guided walks, local cuisine, and coastal views.

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from $6,495

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Greenland: Disko Bay & Beyond

Kangerlussuaq Rountrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore historic Sisimiut town
• Visit Uummannaq
• Visit Itilleq village
• Witness calving Eqip Glacier

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

Activities

Hiking, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an unforgettable 8-day journey from Kangerlussuaq through Greenland’s most iconic sites aboard Ocean Albatros. Explore historic towns, dramatic glaciers, and colorful Arctic villages while discovering the country’s deep Inuit heritage and breathtaking wilderness.

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from $8,395

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Greenland: Disko Bay & Ilulissat

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Sisimiut heritage
• Cruise Disko Island
• Approach Eqip Sermia
• Walk Ilulissat Icefjord

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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq

Activities

Photography Seminars, Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Sail for 7 days from Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Victory, exploring Greenland’s west coast. Visit Sisimiut, Disko Island, Eqip Sermia Glacier, Ilulissat Icefjord, and the village of Itilleq. Experience Arctic history, Inuit culture, and dramatic ice-filled landscapes.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research hub
• Sail Monaco Glacier’s icy expanse
• Witness Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Plancius. Sail through Spitsbergen's icy North Atlantic, with opportunities to spot whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and the magnificent polar bear.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Ny Alesund, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the remote Seven Islands.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius to explore glaciers, wildlife, and remote settlements. Highlights include Ny Alesund, the Monaco Glacier, and the rugged landscapes of Bell Sund.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Spot minke whales
• See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
• Witness the Monaco Glacier

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Scuba Diving

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.

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from $6,720

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West Greenland Ski & Sail Program

Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto

• Sail and ski to West Greenland
• Sail through towering glaciers
• Enjoy thrilling ski slopes
• See amazing views of West Greenland

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Maniitsoq / Maniitsoq

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Skiing

Activity Level

Challenging

Set out on an 8-day tour with ski activities at the West Greenland's rugged mountains and glaciers on the comfortable yet sturdy ship, the M/S Balto. One of the most unforgettable ways to explore the Arctic is through Greenland ski and sail tours, combining backcountryskiing with stunning coastal views — Greenland skiing doesn’t get more epic.

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from $4,500

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

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

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

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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.

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from $4,500

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East Spitsbergen - Home of the Polar Bear, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• See Stellingfjellet’s bird colonies
• Sail through Hornsund fjords
• Experience Bell Sund’s history

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and historic sites. Spot polar bears, seals, and belugas while you can also participate in activities like long hikes or cleaning the shores.

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from $5,700

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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

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

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

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.

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