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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
from $13,095
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

Aberdeen - Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Discover Aberdeen's Granite City
  • Explore Fair Isle's seabirds
  • Visit the Faroe Islands
  • See Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
Activities
Photography Seminars
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Join this 15-day Arctic Saga cruise starting in Aberdeen. Discover Fair Isle's seabirds, the rugged Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, & Spitsbergen's majestic fjords. Watch for whales, puffins, & polar bears while enjoying Zodiac cruises, guided hikes, & cultural experiences. Lastly, visit Longyearbyen before returning to Helsinki.
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Western Greenland landscape
from $15,679
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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Experience Arctic Wildlife
  • Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
  • Visit Paleo-Eskimo and Thule
  • Explore the King Frederick VI Coast
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.
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Scoresby Sund
from $8,650
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Northeast Greenland Extreme

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Sail Akureyri’s scenic fjord
  • Explore Kap Brewster’s icy coast
  • Discover Scoresby Sund’s fjords
  • Visit Sydkap’s towering icebergs
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Akureyri / Longyearbyen
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Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. Journey through Northeast Greenland’s stunning coastlines and the vast Scoresby Sund fjord, encountering whales, seabirds, musk oxen, sea ice, and polar bears.
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Kayak among icebergs in Sydkap, Greenland
from $15,679
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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Spot whales and Arctic wildlife
  • Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
  • Discover Inuit and Thule
  • Explore the King Frederick VI Coast
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $14,795
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Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

Aberdeen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Aberdeen's iconic landmarks
  • Discover Jarlshof's settlements
  • See Faroe Islands' landscapes
  • Marvel at Vatnajokull glaciers
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Aberdeen / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Aberdeen's landmarks, birdwatch in Fair Isle, discover Jarlshof's archaeology, the Faroe Islands' landscapes, and Iceland's natural wonders.
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
from $10,720
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Sublime Svalbard—From Hamburg via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Hamburg - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Hamburg’s UNESCO warehouses
  • Stroll Esbjerg’s compact center
  • Hike rugged Lofoten terrain
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
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Hamburg / Longyearbyen
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Set off on a 14-day Arctic expedition cruise from Hamburg to Svalbard, featuring cultural stops in Denmark and Norway. Explore stunning fjords, the Arctic Circle, and Spitsbergen, where you might spot polar bears before disembarking in Longyearbyen.
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Solar Eclipse
from $27,910
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Total Solar Eclipse from Iceland to Ireland

Reykjavík - Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Witness the total solar eclipse
  • See Shetland’s archaeological sites
  • Discover Faroese village Saksun
  • Kirkwall historic cathedral
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Reykjavik / Dublin
Activities
Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Experience a rare celestial event on this 9-day cruise from Reykjavík to Dublin aboard Le Laperouse. Sail into the North Atlantic to witness the total solar eclipse in an unobstructed setting—an unforgettable highlight of the cruise. Along the way, explore volcanic islands, dramatic fjords, and remote coastlines.
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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
from $28,420
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Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Scottish Isles

Longyearbyen - Glasgow - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Observe Samarinvagen’s glacier
  • Discover Bear Island cliffs
  • Walk Reinoya’s raised beaches
  • Visit Skarsvag to see wild reindeer
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Longyearbyen / Glasgow
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Village Visits
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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard Aqua Lares, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring Norway's scenic fjords and coastal towns, including Tromso and Alesund. Discover the Shetland Islands and iconic sites in Scotland like the Callanish Stones and the Isle of Iona before concluding in Glasgow.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $7,875
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Iceland and British Isles Cruise

Reykjavik to Dublin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Puffins on Heimaey Island
  • Visit Torshavn's old quarter
  • Giant’s Causeway early access
  • Reykjavik cultural city tour
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Reykjavik / Dublin
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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard SH Diana and journey through Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Scotland, and Ireland. Visit puffin colonies, Viking sites, fjords, castles, and dramatic coastlines before ending in Dublin. Discover natural wonders, rich cultures, and remote communities on this immersive exploration.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $11,587
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
  • Meet Eysturoy villagers
  • Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
  • See Faroe villages
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.
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Small harbor with fishing boats outside St. John's, Newfoundland, Canada.
from $12,688
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Sailing the St. Lawrence Seaway and Canadian Maritimes

11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Spot belugas and minkes in Saguenay
  • Explore Quebec’s old town
  • Discover Acadian villages
  • Kayak Côte-Nord coastline
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St. John's / St. John's
Activities
Urban Exploration, Fishing
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Set sail on an immersive 11-day St. Lawrence River cruise aboard the National Geographic Explorer, roundtrip from St. John's, Newfoundland. Explore Quebec City, Saguenay Fjord, Côte-Nord, St-Pierre, and Îles de la Madeleine while discovering breathtaking landscapes, rich Indigenous heritage, diverse wildlife, and vibrant Acadian culture.
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Drying stockfish on Lofoten, Norway
from $12,137
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Sublime Svalbard—From Dover via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Dover - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Harlingen’s canals
  • Visit Heligoland’s red cliffs
  • Experience Lofoten’s coastline
  • Walk Dover’s cliffs coastal views
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Dover / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on an Arctic expedition from Dover on MS Fram, exploring the Netherlands, and Norway while discovering historic sites, stunning landscapes, and wildlife. Conclude in Longyearbyen, gaining insights into Arctic nature and the chance to see polar bears.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $10,699
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Svalbard & Norway Adventure

Longyearbyen - Oslo - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Witness Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Skarsvag
  • Experience Maloy
  • Explore Oslo
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Oslo / Oslo
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Embark on a 14-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Oslo aboard the World Navigator. Explore Svalbard’s High Arctic, Skarsvag, Tromso, and the Lofoten Islands, plus cultural stops in Maloy and Skagen.
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
from $28,420
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Scottish Isles, Arctic Circles & Svalbard

Glasgow - Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Iona landscapes
  • Discover Staffa and sea caves
  • Visit Callanish Stones site
  • Admire Alesund's coastal views
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Glasgow / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Aqua Lares through Scotland, Norway, and Svalbard, visiting historic sites and wildlife-rich areas. Experience the beauty of remote landscapes and Arctic wildlife while enjoying expert-guided excursions and small-ship comfort.
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Explore Reykjavik on your Arctic voyage
from $3,680
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Ocean Voyage: Brest - Reykjavik

Brest - Reykjavik - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Take a dip at the Blue Lagoon
  • Visit Oskjuhlid hill museum
  • Discover Oceanopolis center
  • Explore Chateau de Brest Museum
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Brest / Reykjavik
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Variable
On this 5-day ocean voyage, discover the majestic harbor of Brest and enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik's lush, green surroundings. Enjoy this crossing aboard Le Commandant Charcot without ports of call, alongside naturalists who share their knowledge of the polar regions. 
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Sun shining on the ice
from $44,900
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The Geographic North Pole

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover the Geographic North Pole
  • Admire Scoresby Sund
  • Sailing the heart of the ice floe
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Discover our planet’s northernmost point during this unique 16-day sailing expedition aboard Le Commandant-Charcot, the first hybrid electric polar exploration vessel.
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Get a close up view of the Greenland ice sheet
from $12,110
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Iceland and Greenland Kayak Expedition

14 Day Itinerary aboard BYR
  • Witness Total Eclipse
  • Visit Mikis Fjord
  • Anchor at Kangerdlugssuaq
  • Explore Nansen Fjord
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Isafjordur / Kulusuk
Activities
Whale Watching, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 14-day Arctic voyage from Ice fjord to Kulusuk aboard the BYR. Cross the Denmark Strait, navigate through Greenland’s fjords, and witness glaciers, icebergs, and Arctic wildlife. Explore areas such as Nansen Fjord, Mikis Fjord, and Kangerdlugssuaq, with opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and visits to Inuit sites and remote villages.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $11,299
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Svalbard & Norway Adventure

Oslo - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Witness Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Skarsvag
  • Experience Maloy
  • Explore Oslo
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Oslo to Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Explore Denmark's cultural heritage in Skagen, feed deer in Maloy, and find authentic crafts in Leknes. Savor Norwegian life in Finnsnes, discover Senja's wildlife, and experience Svalbard's natural wonders in Ny-Ålesund.
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