Have questions? We're here.
Abundant Arctic birdlife

Arctic Small Ship Cruises

Travel made your way
Talk with an expert
Build your ideal Arctic trip. Call 1.406.541.2677
Start Planning My Trip
Filter (153 Results)
  • Start Date
    OR, More specific start
  • Length
    to
  • Price
    to
  • Activity Levels
  • Experiences
  • Activities
  • Ships
  • Destinations
    • Arctic
Colorful homes in Greenland
from $4,450
EXPLORE

North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Spot minke whales
  • See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
  • Witness the Monaco Glacier
Starts / Ends
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.
Cruise Details
0
Ski the Arctic.
from $3,950
EXPLORE

Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Watch for polar bears and walrus
  • Visit Kongsfjorden and Isfjord
  • Ski the snowy Arctic terrain
  • Enjoy zodiac cruising and hiking
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Skiing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Arctic expedition aboard the sailing vessel Rembrandt van Rijn. Explore Western Spitsbergen and have multiple opportunities to ski in the alpine terrain of the Arctic.
Cruise Details
0
Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $17,095
EBD
EXPLORE

Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Oslo’s city center
  • Visit Longyearbyen’s Camp Barentz
  • Admire Arctic wildlife
  • Navigate East Greenland’s fjords
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the beauty of Svalbard and East Greenland on this 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. See polar bears, walruses, and guillemots in their natural habitats. Explore the world's largest fjord, Scoresbysund, and visit the remote Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.
Cruise Details
0
Bearded seal in Svalbard, Norway
from $18,695
EXPLORE

Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Oslo’s cultural hub
  • Experience Svalbard’s fjords
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Hike Svalbard’s tundra
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Oslo
Activities
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day Svalbard cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring the Arctic wilderness while searching for polar bears, beluga whales, and seabird colonies. Enjoy stunning fjords and glaciers, and learn from experts committed to safety and environmental responsibility.
Cruise Details
0
Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $36,120
EXPLORE

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
Activities
Village Visits
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.
Cruise Details
0
Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
from $47,143
EXPLORE

High Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

24 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Venture into the Northwest Passage
  • Experience Sisimiut
  • Sail into Disko Bay
  • Explore Reykjavík
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 24-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Endurance from Reykjavik to Greenland and the Canadian Arctic. Explore Greenland's west coast and navigate the historic Northwest Passage, encountering diverse wildlife and ancient Inuit settlements, offering a profound exploration of the Arctic's untamed wilderness and captivating history.
Cruise Details
0
Colorful Houses in Qaqortoq Greenland with big Iceberg
from $28,405
Save 60%
EXPLORE

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
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / St. John's
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
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.
Cruise Details
0
Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $19,653
EXPLORE

Circumnavigating Svalbard: The Ultimate Expedition

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Venture to the Arctic ice edge
  • Encounter wildlife in Svalbard
  • Trace whaling history of Bellsund
  • Explore Longyearbyen Arctic town
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 14-day Svalbard expedition cruise on MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen, to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscapes and wildlife. Experience hiking, kayaking, and daily landings at sites like Brasvellbreen Glacier and Hornsund before returning to Oslo.
Cruise Details
0
Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $15,181
EXPLORE

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
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Oslo
Activity Level
Variable
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.
Cruise Details
0
View of a glacier in Greenland
from $14,333
EXPLORE

Serene Greenland

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Stroll Reykjavik’s streets
  • Visit Scoresby Sund fjords
  • Discover Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Enjoy Greenland wilderness
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Citizen Science
Activity Level
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.
Cruise Details
0
Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $13,895
EBD
EXPLORE

Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Svalbard’s tundra
  • Wander Longyearbyen’s town
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover the thrill of seeing walruses, seals, whales, reindeer, arctic foxes, guillemots, and puffins. Cruise past blue glacier fronts and picturesque fjords, and relish tundra hikes in breathtaking landscapes.
Cruise Details
0
View of Longyearbyen
from $13,731
EXPLORE

Arctic Island Odyssey—Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s wilderness
  • Navigate Scoresby Sund high cliffs
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s research base
  • Sail the Denmark Strait
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the MS Fram, exploring Ny Alesund and Northeast Greenland National Park. Enjoy small boat excursions, wildlife sightings, and learn through lectures while visiting remote communities and stunning fjords.
Cruise Details
0
A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
EBD 15
EXPLORE

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
Starts / Ends
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.
Cruise Details
0
Polar bear in the Arctic
from $9,795
Save 20%
EXPLORE

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.
Cruise Details
0
Zodiac boats bring you closer to the majestic Arctic landscape
from $10,595
EXPLORE

Historical Expedition Cruise "In the Footsteps of Aviation Pioneers"

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Visit remote Ny Alesund
  • Navigate icy Kvitoya
  • Search for polar bears
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard MV Sea Spirit, tracing the historic routes of legendary explorers while navigating Svalbard’s breathtaking fjords, vast glaciers, and wildlife-rich tundra. From Longyearbyen to remote icy frontiers like Kvitoya and Alkefjellet, witness polar bears, belugas, and seabird colonies.
Cruise Details
0
Franz Josef Land scenery
from $10,195
EBD 15
EXPLORE

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
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Photography Seminars
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.
Cruise Details
0
Ittoqqortoormiit Village, Greenland
from $7,595
EXPLORE

Complete East Greenland

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Denmark Strait
  • Experience Kuummiut
  • Witness Ikateq
  • Explore Reykjavik
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover the remote landscapes of East Greenland, explore its breathtaking coasts, and encounter the region's unique beauty and diversity.
Cruise Details
0
Explore Kangerlussuaq
from $8,995
EXPLORE

Complete West Greenland

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Sisimiut’s heritage
  • Witness Disko Bay’s icebergs
  • Visit Ilulissat’s Icefjord
  • Explore Uummannaq
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Nuuk
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 10-day Arctic expedition to West Greenland aboard Ocean Albatros. Experience Arctic wildlife, ancient Inuit culture, and modern Greenlandic life as you explore remote towns, towering glaciers, and fjords on this once-in-a-lifetime voyage.
Cruise Details
0
37-54 of 153 Results

Arctic Travel Guide

Top Arctic Travel Destinations

Arctic Trips by Departure Date

Top Experiences in Arctic

Arctic Trips by Duration

Arctic Trips by Activity

More Reasons

Why Travel With Adventure Life

All News

Recognized By