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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $23,495
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Svalbard in Depth

Roundtrip Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore the town of Longyearbyen
  • Seek out Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Camp Barentz
  • Discover Svalbard's fjords
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Cruise to the island of Svalbard, which is known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer, and Arctic foxes. Sylvia Earle explores Svalbard on a 15-day cruise.
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Exploring Greenland
from $22,295
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant cityscape
  • Discover Svalbard’s fjords
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Experience Greenland’s vast fjords
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Oslo to Reykjavik. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.
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Solar eclipse, mysterious natural phenomenon when Moon passes between planet Earth and Sun
from $13,695
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Total Eclipse & Greenland

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Cross wildlife-rich Denmark Strait
  • Witness total solar eclipse
  • Discover Blosseville Coast beauty
  • Relax in Uunartoq hot springs
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
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Embark on an unforgettable 13-day Arctic cruise from Reykjavik, Iceland to Kangerlussuaq, Greenland aboard Ocean Albatros. Witness the total solar eclipse in East Greenland while exploring glaciers, remote fjords, and Inuit villages rich in history and culture.
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Zodiac cruising the Svalbard waters
from $19,195
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Oslo’s cultural hub
  • Experience Svalbard’s fjords
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Hike Svalbard’s tundra
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Oslo / Oslo
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise through Svalbard's High Arctic on the Douglas Mawson, where 24-hour daylight ensures great wildlife sightings, including polar bears and walruses. Experience hiking the tundra adorned with summer blooms and keep an eye out for Arctic foxes and Svalbard reindeer in this stunning polar landscape.
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Hiking
from $33,160
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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Discover the Nordaustlandet
  • Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
  • Sail through Hinlopen Strait
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities
Skiing
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Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day cruise exploring the north-east of Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in early summer, before cruising to Svalbard and its untouched landscapes.
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A towering iceberg
from $12,295
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Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Iceland's Westfjords
  • Cruise Látrabjarg’s bird cliffs
  • Witness Greenland's Scoresbysund
  • See muskoxen in Northeast Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Northern Lights
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Embark on a 14-day Under the Northern Lights from Reykjavik and back aboard Ultramarine. Explore the rugged Westfjords, sail to Northeast Greenland’s stunning fjords, and visit Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland’s northernmost community. Witness puffins, muskoxen, and whales explore ancient Thule settlements and marvel at the Scoresbysund fjord system.
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Hiking the snowy hillsides of Greenland.
from $8,550
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Northeast Greenland Solar Eclipse Explorer Voyage

Longyearbyen to Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Witness total solar eclipse
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Explore Islands of Antarctic Sound
  • Observe massive icebergs
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Longyearbyen / Akureyri
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Embark on a 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise aboard MV Hondius and witness an amazing voyage of Svalbard and Greenland. Experience not only the solar eclipse but also have the option for long hikes far from our landing sites.
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Icebergs in Greenland
from $23,330
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In the Heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
  • Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Admire the enormous Smoking Hills
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
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Embark on a 20-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq aboard the L'Austral, exploring Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage. Discover stunning Arctic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Inuit culture along the way.
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
from $7,170
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore iconic sites in Iceland
  • Explore North Atlantic landscapes
  • See incredible Arctic wildlife
  • Visit fishing villages and terrains
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 8-day Iceland cruise from Reykjavik, exploring the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Golden Circle, and Godafoss waterfalls. Sail through fjords, waterfalls, fishing villages, and volcanic landscapes—Discover Iceland’s wildlife. The waters teem with marine life, including humpback whales and orcas, offering unforgettable encounters.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $13,895
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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
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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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.
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from $6,990
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Tour and explore by Zodiac craft
  • See countless spectacular fjords
  • View large numbers of seabirds
  • Search for polar bears and seals
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Start your adventure by exploring the High Arctic capital of Longyearbyen before cruising Svalbard for seven days. Depending on weather and ice conditions, potential landing sites include Prins Karls Forland, Danskøya, Hornsund, and numerous fantastic fjords. View charismatic Arctic wildlife and large numbers of nesting seabirds.
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Walruses lounging on ice in Svalbard
from $6,490
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Springtime in Svalbard

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Enjoy Alkhornet's birdlife
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Prins Karls Forland
  • Discover historic Danskøya
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Visit Svalbard on this 9-day Arctic cruise on the M/S Quest, when the midnight sun reigns supreme. During the month of May, Svalbard is characterized by a wonderful purity and offers breathtaking vistas. The fairy-tale winter landscape is dominated by sparkling ice formations, snow covered mountains, fjord ice, and pastel-colored skies.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $6,300
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Iceland, Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail

Constable Pynt - Akureyri - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore Milne Land’s icebergs
  • Discover O Fjord’s towering cliffs
  • Sail Harefjord’s scenic expanse
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit’s cultu
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Constable Point / Akureyri
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Constable Pynt to Akureyri aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, exploring Earth’s largest fjord system. Discover exotic Arctic wildlife, including musk oxen and Arctic hares, amid stunning auroras, with chances to spot Greenland whales, massive icebergs, ancient Thule sites, and scenic coastal hikes.
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Get a close up view of the Greenland ice sheet
from $22,595
EBD $2000
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West Greenland: Exploring the Far North

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cross Arctic Circle
  • Discover Disko Bay
  • Experience Qaanaaq culture
  • Walk Ilulissat Icefjord
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits
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Variable
Sail on a 16-day Arctic cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Explorer. Experience Greenland’s remote communities, stunning fjords, drifting icebergs, active glaciers, and rich Inuit culture. Visit Ilulissat Icefjord, Uummannaq, Qaanaaq, Eqip Sermia, Disko Bay, and Sisimiut while exploring landscapes shaped by sea, ice, and tradition.
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Riding zodiac in Arctic Ocean
from $10,695
EBD $2000
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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cruise Svalbard Fjords
  • Explore rugged Bellsund fjord
  • Navigate pristine ice in Hornsund
  • Spot majestic polar bears
  • Photograph vast Raudfjorden mountai
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Helsinki / Helsinki
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Embark on an 11-day Svalbard expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate dynamic sea ice, explore glaciers, fjords, and snow-covered mountains. Observe polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes, and seabird colonies while witnessing spring awakening in the High Arctic. Landings, ice walks, and guided exploration highlight this rare Arctic adventure.
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Beautiful arctic landscape
from $13,295
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Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
  • Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
  • Hike the tundra and explore
  • Spot polar bears, walrus, and more
  • See Greenland’s Scoresbysund fjords
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Helsinki / Reykjavik
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Variable
Sail on this 15-day Three Arctic Islands cruise starting in Helsinki and ending in Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine. Explore Svalbard’s wildlife-rich landscapes, Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, and the Denmark Strait. Highlights include Zodiac cruises, glacier visits, and spotting polar bears, muskoxen, and Arctic seabirds.
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Viking settlement, Anse-aux-Meadows
from $15,195
EBD $2000
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Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Walk historic Sisimiut streets
  • Witness Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Hike Torngat fjords
  • Visit Viking settlement ruins
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Iceland / St. John's
Activities
Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Citizen Science, Biking, Spa Relaxation
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Set sail on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Ocean Explorer from Iceland to St. John’s, Newfoundland. Explore Reykjavik, cruise Ilulissat Icefjord, discover Sisimiut, experience Inuit culture in Pangnirtung and Nain, cruise Monumental Island, hike Torngat Mountains, and explore Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $14,895
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Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Svalbard’s tundra
  • Wander Longyearbyen’s town
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Experience Spitsbergen on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, where you search for polar bears and admire Atlantic walruses in stunning fjords. Enjoy guided hikes across the tundra and explore historic traps, combining breathtaking nature with rich history.
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