Arctic Small Ship Cruises

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Arctic Climate Expedition 2025

Roundtrip Oslo - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Explore Svalbard's glaciers
• Tour Longyearbyen's cultural sites
• Spot Svalbard wildlife
• Join Arctic sustainability workshop

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Oslo / Oslo

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Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Photography Seminars

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Join a 13-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle to and from Oslo, venturing beyond 80°N to observe iconic Arctic wildlife and glaciers. Hosted by Dr. Sylvia Earle, this expedition invites changemakers to engage in vital conversations on preserving the planet for future generations.

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from $13,995

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Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Spot puffins at Latrabjarg
• Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
• Cruise around Skjalfandi Bay
• Visit Seydisfjordur’s timber houses

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Iceland's glaciers, volcanoes, and Westfjords. Visit Grimsey Island, Seydisfjordur, and Heimay with expert guides.

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from $5,900

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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

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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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from $16,980

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Canadian Arctic & Northern Lights

17 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Explore Iluissat, a UNESCO Site
• Visit charming Sisimiut
• Admire Nuuk’s natural beauty
• Hike Silvia Grinnell Park
• Observe Arctic wildlife

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Kangerlussuaq / Halifax

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Join the SH Vega for a 17-day Northern Canada Discovery cruise to learn the cultures, art, and wildlife of the magical Arctic while exploring its stunning landscapes. Start at Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and cruise all the way to Halifax, Nova Scotia.

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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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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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from $18,290

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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Visit traditional villages
• Discover Greenland's west coast
• See the largest "iceberg graveyard"
• See remote peat-house villages

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Paris / Paris

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Village Visits

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Join this 14-day Arctic cruise to Baffin Bay. Start in Kangerlussuaq, explore Greenland's west coast, see icebergs, colorful villages, and Inuit culture. Sail north to visit remote peat-house villages, home to bear hunters and narwhal fishers, and discover Savissivik's "iceberg graveyard." Continue to Baffin Island before reaching Evighedsfjorden.

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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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Hiking, 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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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

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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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from $4,300

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North Spitsbergen - Basecamp

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Search for the King of the Arctic
• Enjoy excursions in Zodiacs
• Explore Longyearbyen
• Watch thousands of birds

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the Arctic wonders of North Spitsbergen on the Basecamp cruise. Hike, snowshoe, kayak, and capture the beauty of polar wildlife and landscapes.

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore North Spitsbergen
• Visit the Monaco Glacier
• See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
• Visit St. Johns Fjord

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Start your North Spitsbergen cruise with a trek around historic Longyearben, then join our expedition to the north of the island to take in the fantastically beautiful landscapes, the thousands of seabirds, and of course the star of the show, the polar bear.

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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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from $17,670

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Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Sail Scoresbysund fjords
• Explore Viking Bay dramatic cliffs
• Visit Sydkap ancient history
• Discover Bear Islands vistas

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Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport

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Archaeological Site Visits

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Embark on a 10-day Greenland photography cruise to Scoresbysund aboard MV Vikingfjord, capturing the world’s largest fjord system with just 12 photographers and an expert guide. Enjoy pristine wilderness, towering icebergs, and a rare chance to photograph the Northern Lights.

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from $6,099

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Ring Around Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

• Explore Harpa Concert Hall
• Visit Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
• Experience culture of Isafjordur
• Explore streets in Seydisfjordur

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Embark on an 8-day Reykjavik roundtrip cruise aboard World Traveller and explore Iceland's captivating landscapes. Spot puffins along the shoreline and immerse yourself in the country's natural wonders for an unforgettable journey.

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from $9,350

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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland, Fly & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Visit Trygghamna historic sites
• Spot polar bears and seals
• Exlpore Teufelsschloss
• Cruise through Scoresbysund

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Longyearbyen / Constable Point

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Sail through Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn. Start in Longyearbyen, explore historic sites, fjords, and wildlife, and end in Constable Pynt.

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from $6,495

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Heart of the Arctic

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour

• Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
• Mingle with Kinngait Inuit carvers
• Spot polar bears, walrus, and more
• Learn about Inuit history & culture
• Appreciate Inuit life

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Iqaluit / Kangerlussuaq

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This 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Ocean Endeavor brings you into the heart of the Arctic, from Canada's Inuit regions of Nunavik and Nunavut to Greenland. South Greenland’s stunning coast, the communities of south Baffin, and the islands of Ungava Bay The people, wildlife, and landscape are the true hearts of the Arctic!

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from $11,390

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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien

• Venture out on daily zodiac cruises
• Explore along fjords and glaciers
• Learn about Eastern Svalbard
• Discover Southwest Spitsbergen

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Enjoy a 12-day journey on the M/S Sjoveien as you explore the Arctic island of Svalbard in the lovely fall. Discover wildlife, breathtaking fjords, and towering mountain peaks.

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from $2,750

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Arctic Ocean - Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Experience Jan Mayen, volcanic land
• Explore Akureyri’s historic charm
• Sail Spitsbergen’s icy waters
• Discover Alkhornet’s seabird cliffs

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Akureyri / Longyearbyen

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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius, sail from Iceland’s volcanic shores to Spitsbergen’s icy fjords and towering peaks, crossing the Arctic Circle and visiting remote Jan Mayen’s seabird-rich cliffs. Watch for whales, seals, and polar bears along the way.

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from $17,540

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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit traditional villages
• Enjoy spectacular Karrat Fjord
• Explore Disko Bay
• Discover Sisimiut's wildlife

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Paris / Paris

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This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral acquaints you with the secrets of Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.

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