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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $11,132
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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s shops
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research base
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore Hinlopen Strait for seabird
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Oslo / Oslo
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Embark on an 11-day Arctic expedition cruise on the MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring sites like Ny Alesund and Northwest Spitsbergen National Park. Experience wildlife encounters, remote hikes, and the icy shores of Barentsoya and Edgeoya before returning to Longyearbyen and flying back to Oslo.
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Early morning in Tasiilaq, East Greenland
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
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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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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $9,495
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Svalbard Circumnavigation: The Ultimate Arctic Quest

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Witness polar wildlife
  • Cruise Hinlopen Strait
  • Encounter walrus colonies
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund settlement
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Experience a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring Svalbard’s dramatic landscapes and historic sites. Witness towering glaciers, walrus colonies, and seabird cliffs as the expedition sails through ice-filled waters.
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View of a glacier in Greenland
from $10,091
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Serene Greenland

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Stroll Reykjavik’s streets
  • Visit Scoresby Sund fjords
  • Discover Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Enjoy Greenland wilderness
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik aboard the MS Fram, exploring iconic sites and the remote beauty of East Greenland. Enjoy activities like kayaking, wildlife viewing, and lectures while sailing through stunning landscapes before returning to Reykjavik.
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Exploring Greenland
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
Local Market Visits
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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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Colorful Houses in Qaqortoq Greenland with big Iceberg
from $34,086
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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

Reykjavik to St John's - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Walk Erik’s Viking farm
  • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Witness rare solar eclipset
  • Discover Newfoundland’s fjords
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Reykjavik / St. John's
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Sail from Reykjavík to St. John’s on a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Flatey Island, Greenland’s glacier-carved fjords and Viking ruins, Canada’s remote Labrador Coast, and witness a rare total solar eclipse.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $25,490
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Fabled Lands of the North: Greenland to Newfoundland

Nuuk to St. John's - 17 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • See Disko Bay icebergs
  • Explore Baffin Island fjords
  • Observe common murres nesting
  • Explore historic Battle Harbor
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Reykjavik / St. John's
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Whale Watching, Hiking
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Sail from Nuuk through Greenland, Baffin Island, Labrador, and Newfoundland on a 17-day cruise aboard National Geographic Resolution. Cruise fjords, kayak icy coastlines, and hike Arctic landscapes while spotting whales, seabirds, and icebergs. Visit Sisimiut, Torngat National Park, and St. John’s during this Canadian Arctic-focused expedition.
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Houses of Greenland
from $12,295
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South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Reykjavik landmarks
  • Visit Kujataa UNESCO site
  • Sail Prins Christian Sund
  • Visit Aappilattoq village
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Camping, Helicopter Tours
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day South Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, glaciers, and Viking heritage aboard Ultramarine. Discover the wild east coast, rich Norse history in the Westlands, and the dramatic landscapes of Arctic Patagonia. Enjoy activities like heli-landings, hiking, Zodiac cruises, and cultural experiences with local communities.
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First views of Baffin Island
from $16,990
HALF DEP
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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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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
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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Exploring Greenland
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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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $14,595
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Three Arctic Islands: Extended Passage

Reykjavík to Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Discoverer
  • Explore East Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit Community
  • Cross Northeast Greenland Park
  • Discover Svalbard Regions
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Village Visits, Citizen Science, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Explore the Arctic on this 14-day voyage from Reykjavik, Iceland to Longyearbyen, Svalbard aboard MV Discoverer. Travel through East Greenland, visit Ittoqqortoormiit, cross the Greenland Sea, and explore remote regions of Svalbard. Encounter wildlife, glaciers, fjords, historic sites, and polar landscapes along the route.
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