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Arctic puffins
$10,095
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Arctic Odyssey: Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Greenland's Fjords
  • Visit Greenland's National Park
  • Enjoy Iceland's Westfjords' coasts
  • Discover the Svalbard Archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sea Spirit takes you on a 14-day journey through some of the most beautiful and remote parts of the Arctic. Discover the world's largest national park and fjord system on Greenland's east coast. Sail across awe-inspiring landscapes, including glaciers and waterfalls. Stroll through stunning …
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Viking settlement, Anse-aux-Meadows
$6,695
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Visit Newfoundland´s remote reaches
  • Hike phenomenal landscapes
  • Travel with naturalists & musicians
  • Visit an antique Viking settelement
Starts / Ends:
St. John's / St. John's
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Experience the lively culture and dramatic scenery of Newfoundland on this 11-day cruise starting and ending in historic St. John´s. Enjoy daily expedition stops and community visits, stop at Red Bay's Basque Whaling Station, learn about the Viking history, and enjoy a taste of the …
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A polar bear climbs glacial ice in the Arctic
$12,865
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Svalbard Adventure

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Villa
  • Discover the Northwest Corner
  • Search for unique wildlife
  • Explore Monaco glacier
  • Hike through Svalbard
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Expedition mode begins as soon as you depart Longyearbyen – your Expedition Leader and Captain determine the route based on wildlife, weather, and ice conditions. Places to visit include Adventfjorden, Northwest Corner, Hinlopen Strait, Liefdefjorden,

Kongsfjorden and Isfjorden. MS Villa is …
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
$5,400
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Spot minke whale
  • Catch Arctic fox and bearded seal
  • Discover Monaco Glacier
  • See polar bears at Seven Islands
  • Enjoy Bell Sund's flora and fauna
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark the MV Plancius for a 10-day expedition cruise around the Spitsbergen archipelago, where you'll likely see the mighty polar bears, walrus, reindeer, various bird species, and surprisingly beautiful flora. Wildlife walks and zodiac explorations will get you up close to the impressive …
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
$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
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle, commencing from Oslo and flying to Longyearbyen for an Arctic adventure in Svalbard. Guided by Expedition Team members, immerse yourself in diverse landscapes from fjords to fossil-rich polar deserts, encountering walruses, nesting …
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The awesome landscapes of Iceland
$10,895
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Iceland Circumnavigation

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Látrabjarg bird cliffs
  • Explore glaciers, lakes, & beaches
  • Enjoy whale-watching in Húsavik
  • Tour Hornstrandir peninsula
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Explore the "Land of Ice and Fire," where snow-capped mountains tower over glaciers and active volcanoes roar. In one of the most geologically active regions, you can stroll along a black sand beach littered with sparkling bergy bits, uncover geysers, fumaroles, and bubbling mud pools, or …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$15,140
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Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Northeast Greenland N. Park
  • Look out for unique widllife
  • Visit Scoresbysund
  • Observe Northern Lights displays
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Sail the route of early Viking explorers and discover a region of epic ice home to the Arctic’s iconic creatures: polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies. We will also be on the lookout for the Northern Lights along Greenland and Iceland at this time of year. Actively explore …
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$22,675
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Arctic Island Hopping

15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Vigur's seabird sanctuary
  • Witness Jan Mayen's Beerenberg vol
  • Witness diverse Arctic wildlife
  • Navigate majestic Arctic fjords
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board SH Vega on a 15-day Arctic Discovery cruise in Reykjavík, navigating from Iceland to East Greenland, Jan Mayen Island, and Svalbard inside the Arctic Circle. Explore indigenous cultures, national parks, and the extensive fjord system. Reykjavík's vibrant atmosphere and …
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A couple of wild fox playing on a rock at Svalbard, Norway
$22,675
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Arctic Islands & Fjords

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Northeast Greenland
  • Visit Jan Mayen Island
  • Witness Monacobreen
  • Discover Greenland
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik on the SH Vega to explore the Arctic. Ventures to Greenland provide an opportunity to experience intriguing indigenous cultures and ways of life in sparsely populated areas, along with national parks and protected wildlife areas …
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
$21,095
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Northwest Passage

Toronto, ON - Calgary, AB - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Explore Devon Island
  • Visit Beechey Island
  • Spot iconic Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Calgary
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
The icy and labyrinthine channels of the legendary Northwest Passage have enchanted explorers and adventurers for centuries. Get a glimpse into the world that captivated early explorers such as Franklin, Amundsen, and Larsen by exploring a portion of the fabled Northwest Passage. Visit the final …
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Polar bear den emergence quest
$16,084
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Nanuk Emergence Quest

14 Day Itinerary
  • Find female polar bears and cubs
  • See other boreal wildlife
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • Enjoy winter activities
Starts / Ends:
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activities:
Northern Lights, Photography Seminars, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Easy Active
Experience this epic adventure on a 14-day Nanuk Emergence Quest in Canada's Hudson Bay's Arctic Region. This extraordinary adventure will immerse you in the untamed wilderness of the Kaskatamgan Wildlife Management Area along Manitoba's rugged Hudson Bay coast. Over two weeks, you will …
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
$7,000
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe cathedral-like icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 14-day voyage starts in Longyearbyen (Spitsbergen), sailing along the Northeast coast of Greenland and ending in Akureyri (Iceland). Approaching Greenland attempt to sail through the sea ice into Foster Bugt, making your first landing at Myggebugten. Beyond the old hunters’ hut (in the …
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
$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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 24-day expedition cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Set sail from Reykjavik, Iceland, on an extraordinary expedition to Greenland and the Canadian Arctic. Discover the rugged beauty of Greenland's west coast, from Sisimiut's cultural richness …
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Zodiac cruising Ilulissat
$10,095
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Wild Fjords of South Greenland: Land of the Vikings

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Learn more about Greenland
  • Experience Southeast Greenland
  • Discover Greenland's southern coast
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Toronto
Activities:
Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Toronto aboard the Ultramarine. Discover Greenland's southeast coast, exploring rarely visited areas and the lush southern tip. This voyage offers visits to local communities, Viking sites, and the opportunity to witness imposing glaciers. …
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Polar bear balances on the ice in the Arctic
$10,695
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Svalbard Circumnavigation and Kvitøya : In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover Nordaustlandet
  • Experience Southeast Svalbard
  • Explore Kvitøya
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit. Begin your Arctic expedition in Longyearbyen, exploring the town and visiting the Svalbard Museum. This voyage includes visits to Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, Ny Ålesund, and the rarely explored Kvitøya. You can have …
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Zodiac boats bring you closer to the majestic Arctic landscape
$10,495
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Svalbard Circumnavigation and Kvitøya : In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover Nordaustlandet
  • Experience Southeast Svalbard
  • Explore Kvitøya
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit. Begin your Arctic expedition in Longyearbyen, exploring the town and visiting the Svalbard Museum. This voyage includes visits to Northwest Spitsbergen National Park, Ny Ålesund, and the rarely explored Kvitøya. You can have …
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Polar bear and cubs
$23,377
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Polar Bear Mother & Newborn Cubs Safari

12 Day Itinerary
  • Witness newborn polar bear cubs
  • Enjoy Northern Lights at night
  • Observe polar bear denning habitat
Starts / Ends:
Winnipeg / Churchill
Activities:
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This special photo safari takes you into one of the world’s largest polar bear denning areas, Wapusk National Park, for one of the most rarely-seen wildlife experiences. This lodge-based photo safari offers an exclusive opportunity to be one of a select few to see polar bear cubs and their …
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Ittoqqortoormiit Village, Greenland
$7,595
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Complete East Greenland

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Denmark Strait
  • Experience Kuummiut
  • Witness Ikateq
  • Explore Reykjavik
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 12-day cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover East Greenland, explore stunning landscapes and witness the aurora borealis, vast glaciers, towering mountains, and captivating Arctic wildlife. Immerse yourself in the cultural richness of Ammassalik, experience …
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