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Arctic reindeer straddling along a hill in Alkhornet, Svalbard.
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
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
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 $6,535
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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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A mother bear and her two cubs
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
Starts / Ends
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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Hiking in Spitsbergen
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
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
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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Polar bear and cub
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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Full solar eclipse over mountains and sea
from $24,295
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Jewels of the Arctic: Greenland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Witness the solar eclipse
  • Encounter Svalbard wildlife
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Experience Greenland’s wildlife
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Oslo / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to experience the stunning polar north, from Svalbard’s cliffs filled with seabirds to polar bears on ice. Witness the total solar eclipse in Greenland and seek Arctic wildlife among breathtaking landscapes.
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Unforgettable shades of blue
from $8,300
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Spitsbergen, Northeast Greenland & Scoresby Sund, Including Long Hikes

Longyearbyen- Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe cathedral-like icebergs
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Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activity Level
Variable
Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland are two of the most beautiful places in the world, and this 14-day trip takes you there. A midnight view of the Aurora Borealis is included in the tour, which includes a visit to seals, seabirds, and polar bears aboard MV Ortelius.
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Blomstrandhalvoya landing with water and ice breaks in between, Spitsbergen Svalbard
from $36,190
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The Geographic North Pole

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen frontier
  • Navigate drifting Arctic sea ice
  • Reach the Geographic North Pole
  • Visit Ny Alesund scientific base
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Commandant Charcot, starting in Longyearbyen and sailing through Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes to the North Pole. Experience wildlife encounters, visit Ny Alesund, and explore breathtaking fjords while enjoying Zodiac landings with expert guides.
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A sow with her cubs
from $51,150
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The Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland

Reykjavík to Longyearbyen - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Blosseville Coast
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
  • Explore Spitsbergen glaciers
  • Navigate Greenland fjords
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Reykjavik / Paris
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 18-day Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Greenland’s frozen coasts, navigate Arctic sea ice, and reach the Geographic North Pole. Discover remote Inuit communities, witness unique wildlife, and experience unmatched polar exploration across one of Earth’s most isolated regions.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $18,995
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Into the Northwest Passage

Kangerlussuaq - Kugluktuk - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Devon Island
  • Step ashore at Beechey Island
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Cambridge Bay
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Sail from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland, to Kugluktuk, Canada, on a 17-day Arctic voyage aboard Ocean Victory. Experience Ilulissat Icefjord, western Greenland fjords, Tallurutiup Imanga, Devon Island, and Cambridge Bay. Learn from Inuit guides, explore historic sites, and observe whales, seabirds, and Arctic landscapes.
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Coastal village in the arctic
from $14,195
EBD $2000
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Iceland Circumnavigation: Mountains, Volcanoes and Waterfalls

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Iceland’s remote Westfjords
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Discover Vatnajokull’s glaciers
  • Encounter Westman Islands wildlife
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Icelandic voyage aboard Ultramarine, beginning and ending in Reykjavik. Explore the dramatic Westfjords, cross the Arctic Circle in Northern Iceland, and experience East Iceland’s majestic fjords. Visit the Westman Islands, see glaciers, volcanoes, and puffins, and witness the country’s incredible geological diversity.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Sail through Isfjorden
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Marvel at Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring the stunning landscapes of Northwest Spitsbergen National Park and Kvitoya, home to polar bears. Experience the wildlife of Isfjorden, witness the impressive ice cliffs of Austfonna, and conclude your adventure along Spitsbergen’s west coast.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $11,495
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Arctic Odyssey

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Svalbard’s icy fjords
  • Visit historic Ny Alesund
  • Observe polar bears safely
  • Explore East Greenland fjords
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities
Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Village Visits, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Sea Spirit from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik. Explore Svalbard’s glaciers, wildlife, and historic towns. Cross the Greenland Sea, visit East Greenland’s fjords, glaciers, and Inuit settlements, and enjoy 24-hour daylight, wildlife spotting, and expert-led presentations.
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Polar bear in the Arctic
from $9,795
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Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Cruise the Denmark Strait
  • Explore Northeast Greenland’s fjord
  • Interact with Inuit communities
  • Visit Kong Oscar Fjords and Ella
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on this 11-day Arctic adventure aboard Ultramarine starting in Reykjavik and explore Northeast Greenland’s rugged fjords and remote landscapes. Spot muskoxen, sail through ice-filled waters, and interact with Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises and a chance to witness the Northern Lights. End your journey back in Reykjavik with unforgettable Arctic memories.
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View of a glacier in Greenland
from $15,595
EBD $2000
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Northeast Greenland: Glaciers and Fjords

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Visit Segelsällskäbets Fjord
  • Cruise scenic Alpefjord
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Discover Kong Oscar Fjord’s rugged
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Hiking, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavík to Northeast Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore striking fjords, rugged cliffs, Arctic wildlife, and remote Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises, scenic sailings across the Denmark Strait, and memorable moments in some of the Arctic’s most dramatic landscapes.
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Hiking in the vast Arctic landscape
from $13,595
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Discover the Torngats’ beauty
  • Spot wildlife along Arctic coast
  • Explore Viking Settlement
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador aboard Ocean Victory from Greenland to Newfoundland, uncovering stunning fjords, Inuit heritage, Viking history, and diverse wildlife. Expect Zodiac excursions, expert-led hikes, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful regions.
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Walruses coming ashore in the arctic
from $10,195
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Experience midnight sun’s glow
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.
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Colorful houses of Svalbard
from $11,725
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Arctic Odyssey from Svalbard to Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Svalbard’s icy fjords
  • Sail past Beerenberg volcano
  • Discover Scoresbysund fjords
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Sail across the Arctic on a 15-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega. Spot polar bears in Svalbard, see Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes, and explore Greenland’s Scoresbysund fjord system and remote town of Ittoqqortoormiit. Visit Iceland’s Ísafjordur and seabird-rich Vigur Island before ending in vibrant Reykjavik.
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