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snow covered mountains
from $9,490
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien
  • Cruise Arctic fjords and islands
  • Embark on daily Zodiac cruises
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • See remains of Arctic exploration
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Explore Svalbard, the Arctic island that has captivated explorers for centuries, on this 8-day voyage aboard the M/S Sjoveien. Spot unique Arctic wildlife and enjoy Svalbard's icy springtime beauty with daily landings on sturdy Zodiac crafts.
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Walruses lounging on ice in Svalbard
from $6,490
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Springtime in Svalbard

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Enjoy Alkhornet's birdlife
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Prins Karls Forland
  • Discover historic Danskøya
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Variable
Visit Svalbard on this 9-day Arctic cruise on the M/S Quest, when the midnight sun reigns supreme. During the month of May, Svalbard is characterized by a wonderful purity and offers breathtaking vistas. The fairy-tale winter landscape is dominated by sparkling ice formations, snow covered mountains, fjord ice, and pastel-colored skies.
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A zodiac landing on remote shores
from $5,900
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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Discover Longyearbyen's history
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
  • Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
  • Explore Bell Sund’s rich history
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Ny Alesund, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the remote Seven Islands.
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It's a beautiful day in the Arctic
from $5,900
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Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Discover Longyearbyen's history
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
  • Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
  • Explore Bell Sund’s rich history
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius to explore glaciers, wildlife, and remote settlements. Highlights include Ny Alesund, the Monaco Glacier, and the rugged landscapes of Bell Sund.
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Back of a large bowhead whale on the surface of the Arctic Sea
from $5,900
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North Spitsbergen - In Pursuit of the Bowhead Whale

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s heritage
  • Wander Raudfjord’s glaciers
  • Encounter Ytre Norskoya’s puffins
  • Spot Isfjorden’s whales
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring the breathtaking diversity of North Spitsbergen. This expedition offers unforgettable vistas of sweeping sea ice, rugged coastlines, and numerous chances to encounter Arctic wildlife, including whales, polar bears, seabirds, and walruses.
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North Spitsbergen Polar Bear
from $4,450
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Wander Longyearbyen charming street
  • Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
  • Sail Isfjorden scenic waters
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Hiking
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Set sail on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring northern Spitsbergen’s stunning landscapes, from vast sea ice to dramatic coastlines. Enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, including whales and polar bears, scenic landings, and coastal hikes.
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A towering iceberg
from $3,950
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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s history
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Hike Alkhorne
  • Explore historic Ny Ålesund
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure aboard Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s Arctic wilderness. Visit remote settlements, observe wildlife, and explore the region’s history and culture.
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Visit Greenland! frozen lake in Uummannaq, Greenland
from $16,195
EBD
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Wild Landscapes of West Greenland

Roundtrip Toronto - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Sisimiut’s landmarks
  • Enjoy Qeqertarsuaq landscapes
  • Traverse Uummannaq’s scenic trails
  • Visit Upernavik’s open-air museum
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Toronto / Toronto
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Variable
Join the 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, beginning in Nuuk, Greenland's northern capital. Beyond Nuuk, sparse settlements line the coast, reachable solely by air or sea. Traveling northward unveils isolated bays amidst sea ice, offering a lesser-explored realm of icebergs and potential whale sanctuaries.
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Northern lights - Aurora borealis
from $11,000
Up to 35%
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East and South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen

Longyearbyen - Narsarsuaq - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Sail through Foster Bay
  • Traverse Kaiser Franz Josef Fjord
  • Explore Antarctic Sound’s islands
  • Discover Thule dwellings
  • Bathe in Uunartoq’s hot springs
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Longyearbyen / Narsarsuaq
Activities
Northern Lights
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Variable
Start your 21-day East and South Greenland Explorer cruise aboard the MV Plancius in Longyearbyen. Explore historic sites, spot minke whales, and sail to Greenland's Foster Bay. Journey through fjords, encountering icebergs, musk oxen, and geese. Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, Tasiilaq, and Norse ruins in Eriksfjord, ending in Narsarsuaq, before flying back to Copenhagen.
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A group of puffins sit on the side of a cliff overlooking the ocean.
from $8,970
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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
  • Visit Isafjordur picturesque fjord
  • Wander Akureyri’s colorful streets
  • Discover Heimaey’s volcanic island
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits
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Variable
Explore Iceland’s stunning west coast on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, and geysers. Highlights include Reykjavík’s colorful charm, Grimsey’s seabird colonies, Akureyri’s geothermal wonders, and the iconic Golden Circle or whale-watching adventures.
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from $9,990
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Take daily Zodiac cruises
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Explore grand icy landscapes
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This unique cruise includes one night in a hotel in Longyearbyen and seven nights on board the charming Stockholm exploring Svalbard’s magical coastlines in search of walruses, whales, arctic foxes, and polar bears.
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Kayaking and Zodiac Cruising in Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
from $50,995
EBD
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Ilulissat’s glaciers
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Inuit culture
  • Visit the historic Herschel Island
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Anchorage
Activities
Kayaking, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 29-day expedition from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Greg Mortimer. Navigate the Northwest Passage, explore historic sites, meet locals, and spot Arctic wildlife.
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $44,395
EBD
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Sisimiut's history
  • Discover Ilulissat’s Icefjord
  • Cruise the waters of Greenland
  • Visit Pond Inlet Inuit community
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Toronto / Anchorage
Activities
Whale Watching
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Variable
Join a 29-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle through the Northwest Passage, inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey. Experience Arctic Canada's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and local cultures while navigating challenging pack ice.
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Hiking the snowy hillsides of Greenland.
from $8,550
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Northeast Greenland Solar Eclipse Explorer Voyage

Longyearbyen to Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Witness total solar eclipse
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Explore Islands of Antarctic Sound
  • Observe massive icebergs
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Longyearbyen / Akureyri
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise aboard MV Hondius and witness an amazing voyage of Svalbard and Greenland. Experience not only the solar eclipse but also have the option for long hikes far from our landing sites.
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Icebergs in Greenland
from $23,470
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In the Heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
  • Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Admire the enormous Smoking Hills
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Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 20-day cruise from Kangerlussuaq aboard the L'Austral, exploring Baffin Bay and the Northwest Passage. Discover stunning Arctic landscapes, rich wildlife, and Inuit culture along the way.
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A towering iceberg drifts in Disko Bay
from $21,360
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Grand Greenland – Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin Flight from/to New York Included

New York to Nuuk - 20 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen
  • Discover Nuuk’s historic sites
  • Marvel at Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Visit remote Arctic communities
  • Learn more about about the Arctic
Starts / Ends
New York / Nuuk
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Citizen Science
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition from New York, flying to Greenland’s remote north and cruising aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. Explore Nuuk, sail past Disko Bay’s icebergs, visit Ilulissat Icefjord, traverse Melville Bay, and venture into the uncharted Thule region before crossing Baffin Bay and returning home.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $11,690
EBD $500
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Treasure of the Greenland West Coast - Culture and contrasts

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Exploring Ikka fjord
Starts / Ends
Ilulissat / Narsarsuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 12-day M/S Balto cruise from Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq, exploring ancient history, cultural legends, and natural wonders, from icy northern landscapes to the green pastures and jagged mountains of the south.
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Iceberg near floe edge
from $20,930
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Expedition to the Thule Region

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Sail between the ice floes
  • Discover traditional villages
  • Explore the wildlife of Arctic
  • See the largest icebergs
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Paris / Paris
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Variable
Departing from cosmopolitan Paris, luxurious L'Austral takes you north to Arctic Greenland on this 17-day expedition cruise. Explore Baffin Bay, discovering the region of Thule, the mythical territory of the Far North. From the ice cap to the ice floes, via glaciers, icebergs and brash ice, marvel at the Arctic landscapes.
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