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Colorful homes in Greenland
from $4,450
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Spot minke whales
  • See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
  • Witness the Monaco Glacier
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Scuba Diving
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $17,095
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Experience Svalbard
  • Discover East Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Explore Longyearbyen
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Experience the beauty of Svalbard and East Greenland on this 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. See polar bears, walruses, and guillemots in their natural habitats. Explore the world's largest fjord, Scoresbysund, and visit the remote Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $36,120
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The Geographic North Pole

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen frontier
  • Navigate drifting Arctic sea ice
  • Reach the Geographic North Pole
  • Visit Ny Alesund scientific base
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Commandant Charcot, starting in Longyearbyen and sailing through Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes to the North Pole. Experience wildlife encounters, visit Ny Alesund, and explore breathtaking fjords while enjoying Zodiac landings with expert guides.
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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
  • Venture into the Northwest Passage
  • Experience Sisimiut
  • Sail into Disko Bay
  • Explore Reykjavík
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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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.
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Colorful Houses in Qaqortoq Greenland with big Iceberg
from $28,405
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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

Reykjavik to St John's - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Walk Erik’s Viking farm
  • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Witness rare solar eclipset
  • Discover Newfoundland’s fjords
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Reykjavik / St. John's
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Hiking, Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Sail from Reykjavík to St. John’s on a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Flatey Island, Greenland’s glacier-carved fjords and Viking ruins, Canada’s remote Labrador Coast, and witness a rare total solar eclipse.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $19,653
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Circumnavigating Svalbard: The Ultimate Expedition

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Venture to the Arctic ice edge
  • Encounter wildlife in Svalbard
  • Trace whaling history of Bellsund
  • Explore Longyearbyen Arctic town
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join a 14-day Svalbard expedition cruise on MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen, to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscapes and wildlife. Experience hiking, kayaking, and daily landings at sites like Brasvellbreen Glacier and Hornsund before returning to Oslo.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $15,181
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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s shops
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research base
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore Hinlopen Strait for seabird
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Oslo / Oslo
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Arctic expedition cruise on the MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring sites like Ny Alesund and Northwest Spitsbergen National Park. Experience wildlife encounters, remote hikes, and the icy shores of Barentsoya and Edgeoya before returning to Longyearbyen and flying back to Oslo.
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View of a glacier in Greenland
from $14,333
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Serene Greenland

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Stroll Reykjavik’s streets
  • Visit Scoresby Sund fjords
  • Discover Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Enjoy Greenland wilderness
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Citizen Science
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik aboard the MS Fram, exploring iconic sites and the remote beauty of East Greenland. Enjoy activities like kayaking, wildlife viewing, and lectures while sailing through stunning landscapes before returning to Reykjavik.
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The blue lagoon in Iceland
from $7,170
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Discover Reykjavík's Blue Lagoon
  • Explore the beautiful Grimsey
  • Experience Isafjordur fjord
  • Visit Eldheimar
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Le Bellot hosts this 8-day Arctic cruise of Iceland, departing from the artistic capital city of Reykjavik. Bird lovers rejoice at the wealth of seabirds, especially at Grimsey Island. You'll also witness the beautiful Ísafjörður, nestled in a dramatic landscape of volcanoes, glaciers, and snow-capped peaks, all while learning about the local culture.
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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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Variable
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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View of Longyearbyen
from $13,731
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Arctic Island Odyssey—Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s wilderness
  • Navigate Scoresby Sund high cliffs
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s research base
  • Sail the Denmark Strait
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the MS Fram, exploring Ny Alesund and Northeast Greenland National Park. Enjoy small boat excursions, wildlife sightings, and learn through lectures while visiting remote communities and stunning fjords.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
EBD 15
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Sail through Isfjorden
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Marvel at Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring the stunning landscapes of Northwest Spitsbergen National Park and Kvitoya, home to polar bears. Experience the wildlife of Isfjorden, witness the impressive ice cliffs of Austfonna, and conclude your adventure along Spitsbergen’s west coast.
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Zodiac boats bring you closer to the majestic Arctic landscape
from $10,595
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Historical Expedition Cruise "In the Footsteps of Aviation Pioneers"

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Visit remote Ny Alesund
  • Navigate icy Kvitoya
  • Search for polar bears
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard MV Sea Spirit, tracing the historic routes of legendary explorers while navigating Svalbard’s breathtaking fjords, vast glaciers, and wildlife-rich tundra. From Longyearbyen to remote icy frontiers like Kvitoya and Alkefjellet, witness polar bears, belugas, and seabird colonies.
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Franz Josef Land scenery
from $10,195
EBD 15
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Experience midnight sun’s glow
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $19,940
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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour with Paul Goldstein

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Hike historic Ytre Norskøya
  • Visit remote Kvitøya island
  • Spot whales near shelf edge
  • Explore Sjuøyane’s wild cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Svalbard’s Arctic landscapes on this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies, whaling sites, and bird cliffs. Cruise along glaciers, search the sea ice for polar bears, and take in the northernmost islands of Sjuøyane before returning to Longyearbyen.
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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
  • Cruise through Kangerlussuaq Fjord
  • Explore Nuuk’s cultural sites
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • See Torngat Mountains National Park
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Northern Lights
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.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $18,970
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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Search icy polar habitats
  • See Austfonna ice cap
  • Observe Alkefjellet bird cliff
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund station
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Explore Svalbard on a 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen. Visit walrus colonies at Poolepynten, glaciers like Bråsvellbreen and Kronebreen, bird cliffs at Alkefjellet, and historical sites such as Sallyhamna and Hamburgbukta. Search for polar bears and wildlife along the ice edge.
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A polar bear climbs glacial ice in the Arctic
from $19,755
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Svalbard Autumn Photo Tour

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Walrus colony visit
  • Glacier Zodiac cruise
  • Bird cliffs hiking
  • Whale watching opportunity
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Photography Seminars
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Variable
Sail from Longyearbyen on an 11-day cruise through Svalbard’s wilderness aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies at Poolepynten, explore glaciers like Bråsvellbreen, hike Sjuøyane’s bird cliffs, cruise fjords with whales and polar bears, and discover changing geology at Alkhornet before returning to Longyearbyen.
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