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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
$9,352
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Wild Greenland Escape

Kangerlussuaq Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore Greenland's coastline
  • Delve into culture and history
  • Hike the Sermermiut Valley
  • Visit Qilakitsoq
Starts / Ends:
Boston / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Venture to the fjord-laced coast of western Greenland, where hardy Inuit communities perched at the edge of the Greenland ice cap carry on their timeless way of life. Explore archaeological sites and vibrant modern-day villages and glide into breathtaking fjords by Zodiac or kayak as you explore …
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
$3,500
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Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail - Incl. Bus back up

7 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore East Iceland
  • Experience Northeast Iceland
  • Discover Húsavík and Whales
  • Explore the Arctic Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Egilsstaðir
Activities:
Hiking, Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join this 7-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn in October. Although this expedition may pose some challenges due to the weather and sea conditions, it presents a unique opportunity to explore the most remote regions of Iceland, with reduced tourism activity. Be prepared for cold winds, …
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Sun shining on the ice
$42,800
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The Geographic North Pole

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover the Geographic North Pole
  • Admire Scoresby Sund
  • Sailing the heart of the ice floe
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Push the limits of sailing with this exceptional new 16-day expedition cruise to theGeographic North Pole.To reach this mythical point covered by ice floe all year round, 700km away from any emerged land, you will boardLe Commandant-Charcot.Setting sail from Spitsbergen, enjoy an unforgettable …
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Polar bear in the Arctic
$5,650
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South Spitsbergen Explorer - Bear Island - Hopen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Longyearbyen's charm
  • Sail out of Isfjorden
  • Encounter seabird colonies
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the wonders of the Arctic on a 10-day South Spitsbergen Explorer cruise aboard the Ortelius.Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring the town's historic church and museum before sailing to Hornsund, home to towering peaks and diverse wildlife like seals and polar bears.Visit Bear Island for its …
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
$5,150
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South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. Flight from Copenhagen to Narsarsuaq

Narsarsuaq - Keflavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Discover Lichtenau
  • Encounter traditional hunters
  • Venture into Igutsait
Starts / Ends:
Narsarsuaq / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a thrilling 10-day South Greenland Explorer cruise from Narsarsuaq to Keflavik aboard MV Plancius, starting with a flight from Copenhagen. Explore Erik the Red's historic home, soak in Uunartoq's hot spring, and marvel at the stunning Prins Christian Sund. Encounter local life in …
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Disko Bay
$24,990
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The Northwest Passage, in the wake of Roald Amundsen

Kangerlussuaq - Nome, Alaska - 23 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Cross the Northwest Passage
  • Explore with Nick Rains
  • Explore Far North
  • Discover Gjoa Haven and Beechey Isl
  • Discover arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Nome
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience this 23-day The Northwest Passage, in the wake of Roald Amundsen Cruise aboard Le Boreal, starting from Kangerlussuaq and concluding in Nome. Join renowned Australian photo ambassador Nick Rains, retracing Roald Amundsen's footsteps through the Northwest Passage. Discover the Far …
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
$11,399
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Svalbard: Beyond The North Cape

13 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Tromso
  • Experience the North Cape
  • Explore Svalbard
  • Witness Bjornoya
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Edinburgh
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 13-day Arctic cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, starting in Tromso, Norway's northern hub. Experience Tromso's vibrant art scene and the phenomenon of the midnight sun. Sail to the Gjesvaestappen island chain to witness remarkable seabird colonies, then visit the North Cape …
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Aurora borealis, Norway
$33,647
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The Northwest Passage - In the Wake of the Great Explorers

Reykjavik - Vancouver - 27 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen
  • Tour Iceland's capital, Reykjavik
  • Visit Nuuk, Greenland's capital
  • Travel to Greenland and North Sea
  • Observe unique Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Vancouver, BC
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Depart Reykjavik and sail along the Denmark Strait to Prince Christian Sound, the Inuit homeland of Nunavut on Baffin Island. This voyage takes you across the Davis Strait and into the Northwest Passage. Explore the islands that dot this famously difficult nautical passage. Discover potential sites …
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Enormous tabular icebergs dominate the Arctic landscape
$8,195
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

East Greenland - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Tour Whale Iceland Museum
  • Explore Greenland's fjords & peaks
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Ittoqqortoormiit
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Iceland's capital, Reykjavik, serves as the starting point for this 12-day Arctic expedition. Visit the city's most recognizable landmark, the Hallgrmskirkja church. Navigate north via the Denmark Strait to East Greenland, keeping a lookout for huge whales and large seabird colonies. …
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Crater Lake Viti on Krafla Volcano
$6,695
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Circumnavigating Iceland

Reykjavik to Reykjavik - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen
  • Visit Snæfellsnes National Park
  • See fascinating landscapes
  • Experience bird and whale paradise
  • Step across the Arctic Circle
  • Take in the beauty of Bakkagerdi
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 9-day epic expedition to the majestic volcanoes, cascading waterfalls, and bubbling springs of Iceland, the land of ice and fire aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. Start your expedition cruise in Reykjavik, then journey north to Stykkishólmur, doorway to the breath-taking …
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
$33,990
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Norwegian Fjords & Crossing the Arctic Circle

Bergen - Oslo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Cruise through Sognefjord and Flåm
  • Explore Art Nouveau architecture
  • Sail through Geirangerfjord
  • Cruise past Lofoten Islands
Starts / Ends:
Bergen / Oslo
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 16-day adventure aboard the Scenic Eclipse as travelers journey through Norway's stunning fjords and cross the Arctic Circle. Depart from Bergen and sail along the picturesque Norwegian coastline. Cruise through Sognefjord, visit Flåm, and enjoy a scenic railway journey. …
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A towering iceberg drifts in Disko Bay
$6,990
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Greenland Disko Bay

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Ililissat Icefjord
  • Discover charming Sisimiut 
  • Enjoy the wonders of Itilleq
  • Visit Qeqertarsuaq
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Traveling by sea is a magnificent way to experience Greenland. The most stunning sights lie along the dramatic coastline: small, colorful houses situated on the steep mountainsides surrounding the fjords; giant glaciers producing enormous icebergs; whales and seals playing in the sea. The people of …
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
$4,695
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Svalbard - Last Stop before the North Pole

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Northwest Spitzbergen
  • Experience Northeast Svalbard
  • Journey to North Svalbard
  • Explore Longyearbyen
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover Svalbard, a high-Arctic paradise. Immerse yourself in jaw-dropping natural beauty, encounter charismatic Arctic wildlife, and unravel the captivating history of this remarkable archipelago. Explore the Arctic …
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Beautiful view of Spitsbergen.
$6,795
EBD 20%
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Crossing the Arctic Circle, Jan Mayen & Svalbard

13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Enjoy Edinburg's unique charm
  • Explore St. Magnus Cathedral
  • Explore Spitsbergen & its wildlife
  • Visit Kirkjubøur
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Board the Sea Spirit to join this 13-day Arctic cruise from Edinburgh, Scotland to Longyearbyen, Norway. Long days and short nights give you ample opportunity to experience this region the way the Vikings did centuries ago. Enjoy stops in the Faroe Islands, Kirkwall, and the Shetland Islands before …
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Dynjandi Waterfall
$13,780
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Svalbard and the North Cape Explorer

12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Experience North Cape's monument
  • Look out for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover the Svalbard archipelago
  • Enjoy views from Mount Storstei­nen
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Tromso
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a thrilling 12-day Arctic cruise with SH Diana. Explore Svalbard's polar landscapes, witness bear habitats, and cruise to North Cape's majestic beauty. This cruise offers a glimpse into the rich biodiversity of Earth's northernmost realms. From the dramatic bird cliffs of Bear …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$4,600
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North Spitsbergen - Kvitoya - Farthest North

9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Search for polar bears on pack ice
  • Enjoy excursions in Zodiacs
  • Visit Kvitoya
  • Sail through Krossfjorden scenery
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 9-day scenic expedition cruise aboard the MV Hondius takes you through North Spitsbergen. ExploreSvalbard's northern region to experience the breathtaking scenery and fascinating animals. Touch down on Kvitya, a location with historical value and a sizable walrus population. Join your …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$5,650
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Akureyri - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Explore Scoresby Sund
  • Sail through Turner Sound
  • Encounter colossal icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the wonders of East Greenland on a 10-day adventure aboard the MV Hondius. Begin your journey from Reykjavik to Akureyri, and set sail north. Witness the Arctic Circle and encounter diverse wildlife, from fulmars to whales. As you approach the east Greenland coast, marvel at towering …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$19,195
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Northern Lights Explorer

Kirkenes to Reykjavik - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Discover Vega Island
  • Explore Greenland’s Scoresbysund
  • Visit Iceland’s remote Westfjords
  • Witness Aurora Borealis
Starts / Ends:
Kirkenes / Iceland
Activities:
Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Greg Mortimer on this 19-day Northern Lights adventure from Kirkenes to Reykjavik. Start your cruise in the far north of the nation at North Cape. Travel to the south, stopping at the Lofoten Islands and Mount Torghatten, known for the hole in its middle. Enjoy a Zodiac trip through the …
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