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Explore remote villages on one of the below 89 unique Arctic cultural experiences for 2025 or 2026. Visit the local village, meet the people, experience local cuisine with a local English speaking guide on your own private tour or small group guided tour. Discover unique local cultures on trips that include activities like Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, and Kayaking and cost from $1,325 for experiences of 5 to 30 days. Tell us about your ideal Arctic cultural trip and our Arctic experts will help you plan every detail of your next trip.
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Polar bear viewing
from $12,328
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Great Ice Bear

7 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activities
Photography Seminars, Wilderness Lodge Exploration
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this 7-day Great Ice Bear Safari tour, spend your week exploring the rugged and beautiful coastline of Hudson Bay. Witness and photograph Arctic wildlife and their habitats, such as moose, wolves, and a great polar bear, with the help of an expert guide.
  • Capture photos of Arctic wildlife
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • See the historic port of Churchill
  • Enjoy guided ecotour activities
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Try Tundra cuisine
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Watching bears near the lodge
from $12,713
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Birds, Bears & Belugas

Canada Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activity Level
Easy Active
Spend a week exploring Hudson Bay in Northern Manitoba, Canada, and stay in a remote luxury eco-lodge in this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage with the help of the Churchill Wild Ecotour.
  • Arctic wildlife viewing
  • Taste tundra-inspired cuisine
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Look for beluga whales in the bay
  • ATV tours exploring the coast
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Traditional Colourful Houses
from $19,870
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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik

Reykjavík - Reykjavík - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Skiing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on this 11-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the hypnotic and icy landscapes of the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions.
  • Meet the Inuit people
  • Join the dog sled activity
  • Sail to eastern coast of Greenland
  • Explore Ammassalik
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $14,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

Kangerlussuaq - Kugluktuk, NU - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk
Activity Level
Variable
Board the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavor expedition ship on this 17-day Arctic cruise from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland through the legendary Northwest Passage. You'll encounter wildlife like polar bears, caribou, walrus, and musk ox, meet Inuit villagers in their coastal fishing towns, navigate around icebergs in zodiacs and trek across glaciers!
  • Visit ancient sites and villages
  • Meet the stunning Arctic wildlife
  • Experience Inuit culture first hand
  • Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord
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A caribou antler found while exploring Baffin Island
from $18,571
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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic adventure from Iceland to Newfoundland. Explore Reykjavík and Flatey Island, cross the Denmark Strait, and cruise through Greenland's stunning fjords. Visit Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows, witness breathtaking Arctic wildlife, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Labrador Coast.
  • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Cross the Denmark Strait
  • Spot wildlife in Davis Strait
  • Discover Newfoundland’s fjords
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Puffins on the Latrabjarg Cliffs
from $6,645
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Exploring Iceland: Fjords, Waterfalls and Wildlife

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
On this 6-day Exploring Iceland, embark in Reykjavík. Discover the beauty if Iceland’s geology - glaciers, geysers, thundering waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs and more. Relax aboard the luxury sailing vessel National Geographic Explorer and enjoy informal elegance, culinary delights, and gracious service.
  • Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
  • Soak in geothermal hot springs,
  • Discover Westfjords' biodiversity
  • Watch out for humpback whales
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $5,650
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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Ortelius from Longyearbyen, exploring glaciers, fjords, and wildlife-rich areas like Monaco Glacier and Hinlopen Strait. Visit Ny Alesund, reach 80° north, and marvel at Spitsbergen's dramatic landscapes.
  • Explore Longyearbyen's landmarks
  • Sail Isfjorden's stunning waters
  • Visit Krossfjorden's glaciers
  • Spot wildlife at Seven Islands
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Polar bear and cub
from $5,350
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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Set out on an 11-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, departing from Longyearbyen to explore remote North Spitsbergen. Discover historic whaling sites, pristine glaciers, and diverse Arctic birdlife like the Little Auk, and witness polar bears in their natural habitat.
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Sail Fuglefjorden’s polar haven
  • Visit Raudfjord’s icy expanse
  • Discover Trygghamna whaling relics
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $17,080
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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Jan Mayen
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
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Glacial ice in Greenland
from $13,295
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South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 13-day roundtrip expedition cruise to Reykjavik on the Ultramarine. Explore South Greenland's stunning alpine peaks and remote ridges through heli-hiking and flight-seeing excursions. Step onto the immense Greenland Ice Sheet, the world's second-largest ice mass.
  • Explore Reykjavik,Iceland's capital
  • Experience Westlands
  • Discover Arctic Patagonia
  • Explore East Coast of Greenland
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $17,595
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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Southbound - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Oslo
Activity Level
Variable
This 10-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Resolution takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.
  • Explore the Svalbard coast
  • Discover islands and fjords
  • Actively explore the scenery
  • Explore the coves and inlets
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Hiking in the vast Arctic landscape
from $15,995
EBD 25%
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador aboard Exploris One from Greenland to Newfoundland, uncovering stunning fjords, Inuit heritage, Viking history, and diverse wildlife. Expect Zodiac excursions, expert-led hikes, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful regions.
  • Witness the northern lights
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Discover the Torngats’ beauty
  • Spot wildlife along Arctic coast
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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
from $8,140
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Fire and Ice: An 8-Day Sail Around Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the breathtaking landscapes of Iceland on an 8-day cruise aboard National Geographic Explorer. This adventure offers wildlife encounters, and striking scenery, making it a perfect way to explore Iceland.
  • Explore the northernmost capital
  • See Westfjords and waterfalls
  • Witness the local puffin colony
  • Explore valleys and waterfalls
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Viking settlement, Anse-aux-Meadows
from $6,995
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
Starts / Ends
St. John's / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
Board the Ocean Endeavour on this 11-day autumn expedition cruise of Newfoundland and Labrador, ideally timed for viewing spectacular fall colors and the best hiking weather. Starting and ending in historic St. John's, experience Newfoundland's lively culture and dramatic scenery with daily expedition stops and community visits.
  • Visit Newfoundland´s remote reaches
  • Hike phenomenal landscapes
  • Travel with naturalists & musicians
  • Visit an antique Viking settelement
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $15,880
Air Credit
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The Wild Arctic: Cruise from Svalbard to Iceland

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through the Arctic on a 15-day aboard SH Vega. Explore icy fjords, spot polar bears, and visit remote settlements like Ittoqqortoormiit. Travel aboard ship with expert guides, wildlife viewing, and immersive excursions.
  • Explore Svalbard’s icy fjords
  • Sail past Beerenberg volcano
  • Discover Scoresbysund fjords
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
from $47,143
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High Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

24 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Adventure Options
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.
  • Venture into the Northwest Passage
  • Experience Sisimiut
  • Sail into Disko Bay
  • Explore Reykjavík
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Houses of Greenland
from $12,295
Save 20%
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South Greenland Adventure: The Majestic Alpine Arctic

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Helicopter Tours, Camping
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day South Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, glaciers, and Viking heritage aboard Ultramarine. Discover the wild east coast, rich Norse history in the Westlands, and the dramatic landscapes of Arctic Patagonia. Enjoy activities like heli-landings, hiking, Zodiac cruises, and cultural experiences with local communities.
  • Explore Reykjavik,Iceland's capital
  • Experience Westlands
  • Discover Arctic Patagonia
  • Explore East Coast of Greenland
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $11,995
EBD 20%
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Whale Watching, Archaeological Site Visits, Northern Lights, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure cruise from Greenland to Newfoundland aboard the Ocean Nova, sailing through majestic fjords, historic sites, and breathtaking Arctic landscapes. Visit the Viking settlement at L’Anse aux Meadows and experience warm Newfoundland hospitality in remote coastal villages.
  • Cruise through Kangerlussuaq Fjord
  • Explore Nuuk’s cultural sites
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • See Torngat Mountains National Park
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