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Zodiac cruising near a Greenlandic glacier
$9,945
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In the Wake of Eric the Red

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Reykjavík
  • Discover Tasiilaq
  • Explore Prins Christian Sund
  • Marvel at Sermilik Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an 8-day expedition cruise from Reykjavík aboard the Ocean Albatros, retracing the maritime route of Norse settlers over a millennium ago. Your journey begins in East Greenland, exploring the rugged shores, Tunumiit culture in towns like Tasiilaq and Kuummiut, delving into modern …
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
$6,395
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Iceland Circumnavigation

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Experience Reykjavík's culture
  • Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
  • Search for whales and dolphins
  • Visit traditional fishing villages
Activities:
Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Join this 10-day adventure cruise to the ancient Viking stronghold of Iceland, a mystical land shaped by fire and ice.Voyaging aboard the Ocean Endeavour, experience Iceland at its best and most diverse. Marvel at the geological wonders of this island at the edge of the Arctic Circle, exploring its …
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Colorful homes in Greenland
$14,495
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Out of the Northwest Passage

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Travel the NW Passage Route
  • Enjoy Inuit hospitality
  • Visit Franklin Expedition graves
  • View Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a captivating 17-day Arctic expedition, beginning in Kugluktuk, Canada. Discover the enchanting Kitikmeot Region over the next three days, embracing its awe-inspiring landscapes and immersing yourself in the local culture. Witness the pristine beauty of Prince Regent Inlet on day five, …
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View of Reykjavik from the Church Tower
$11,299
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Iceland Circumnavigation

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Discover Grundarfjörður
  • Experience Dynjandi
  • Visit Siglufjörður
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture through Iceland's captivating landscapes. Begin in Reykjavík, known for its Viking heritage and vibrant culture. Explore Grundarfjörður's charming village and marvel at Mt. Kirkjufell. Continue to Patreksfjörður …
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Houses of Greenland
$8,999
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Vistas & Vikings

Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Navigate Prince Christian Sound
  • Witness ice shelves in Disko Bay
  • Discover Arsuk's fjords
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Reykjavik
Activities:
Land & Sea Exploration, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join the World Voyager for an 11-day cruise from Greenland's stunning glaciers to Iceland's vibrant city of Reykjavik. Explore Kangerlussuaq, surrounded by UNESCO-listed landscapes and towering ice shelves. Trek to Russell Glacier for musk oxen sightings or delve into history at …
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Surfacing Humpback Whales
$4,600
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Akureyri - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • View colossal icebergs
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Watch for Arctic seabirds
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Ortelius in East Greenland, embracing the wonders of Scoresby Sund and the Aurora Borealis. Witness diverse wildlife like fulmars, kittiwakes, and gannets while sailing north. Encounter icebergs near Brewster and explore the glaciated Volquart Boons Kyst. Take Zodiac …
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Vatnajokull glacier. Largest Icelandic glacier.
$17,663
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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Meet Iceland’s people & culture
  • Actively explore Iceland's coasts
  • Experience Iceland’s unique geology
  • Travel with an expert team
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Iceland’s geology in all its manifestations is world-class: glaciers, thundering waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs, boiling mud pots, and rock and lava-scapes of unearthly beauty. It alone makes a circumnavigation a very compelling idea. But when you add in components like …
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Walrus in the Arctic
$18,295
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Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
  • Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
  • Hike the tundra and explore
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to explore
  • Take the Polar Plunge
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 15-day expedition aboard the Ocean Explorer and discover three distinct Arctic regions. Venture beyond the Arctic Circle to explore Spitsbergen, known as the "wildlife capital of the Arctic" in the Svalbard archipelago and remote East Greenland, before ending your journey in …
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Hallgrimskirkja Church in Reykjavik
$12,999
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Villages of Iceland

10 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Harpa Concert Hall
  • Visit Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
  • Experience culture of Isafjörður
  • See abundant birdlife on Grímssey
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a captivating 10-day journey through Iceland. Begin in Reykjavík, where you admire colorful houses and modern architecture at the Harpa Concert Hall. Explore Heimaey Island's volcanic landscapes and savor local cuisine in Eskifjörður. Enjoy …
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
$35,795
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Complete Northwest Passage

Toronto, Canada - Anchorage, - 30 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Explore Sisimiut
  • Visit Sillem Island
  • Spot iconic Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Anchorage
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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View of Reykjavik from the Church Tower
$9,799
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Iceland Explorer

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Harpa Concert Hall
  • Visit Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
  • Experience culture of Isafjörður
  • See abundant birdlife on Grímssey
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a captivating 9-day journey through Iceland. Start in Reykjavík, admiring its colorful houses and modern architecture at the Harpa Concert Hall. Explore Grundarfjörður, with its majestic Kirkjufell mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Discover the culture and beauty of …
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Polar bear in the Arctic
$4,990
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Polar Bear Express

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore glacial landscapes
  • Encounter arctic wildlife
  • Enjoy scenery of Liefde Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on an incredible vacation as you cruise through icy Arctic waters and landscapes in six days aboard Ocean Albatros. Get ready to explore and discover the unique ecology of this mountain-clad and glaciated island - and get close to a vast array of Arctic wildlife. Spot the walrus, their long …
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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound
$12,599
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Glaciers, Fjords & Indigenous Cultures

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore ruins of Norse settlements
  • Visit Fjord, icebergs and glaciers
  • Discover town of Sisimiut
  • Explore ancient Eastern Settlement
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover the rugged beauty and remote wilderness of Greenland aboard Seabourn Venture on this 15-day cruise.Begin the adventure in the picturesque town of Sisimiut, known for its rough, real, and remote atmosphere. Throughout the trip, be enchanted by Greenland's unique landscapes, featuring …
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
$16,195
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Jewels of the Arctic

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Sail along East Greenland
  • Tour across the Scoresby Sund
  • Experience Inuit culture
  • Enjoy the Spitsbergen’s fjords
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Snorkeling, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer. While cruising the icy waters of the Greenland Sea between Spitsbergen and Iceland, keep an eye out for whales, sea ice, and countless seabirds. Your days will be jam-packed with once-in-a-lifetime moments: Zodiac cruise amongst …
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The Tablelands, Gros Morne National Park
$8,995
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Newfoundland and Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Explore Saint-Pierre, France
  • Discover Newfoundland's South Coast
  • Experience Battle Harbour
  • Wander through Labrador Coast
Starts / Ends:
Saint Pierre / Iqaluit
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Embark on a 15-day cruise through picturesque Saint-Pierre, France, and set sail on the Ocean Endeavour for a South Coast Newfoundland adventure. Explore Gros Morne National Park, step back in time at Battle Harbour, and immerse yourself in Inuit culture in Nain. Thrilling Zodiac cruises and hikes …
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North Spitsbergen Polar Bear
$8,600
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North & East Spitsbergen & Bear Island

16 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Sail across Ny Ålesund
  • Visit Raudfjorden
  • Discover Hinlopen Strait
  • See Marvellous birdlife
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Discover North and East Spitsbergen on a 16-Day cruise aboard Ortelius. The North Spitsbergen Basecamp cruise offers various activities to explore the Arctic region, including hiking, snowshoeing, kayaking, and wildlife photography. The eastern shores of Spitsbergen provide breathtaking rugged …
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
$5,395
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Scotland, The Faroe Islands, & Iceland: North Atlantic Saga

Aberdeen-Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Stand among Neolithic stones
  • Shop for exquisite handicrafts
  • See the volcanic Surtsey island
  • Follow the routes of the Vikings
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Hiking, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
This 11-day expedition cruise charts a course unlike any other on Earth, from the costaline of Scotland, through the cliffs of the Faroe Islands, to the volcanic plains of Iceland. Explore ancient Neolithic ruins on rugged Celtic islands, and sail into the sagas of Norse explorers bound for …
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Minke whale swimming in the ocean
$3,200
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Arctic Ocean - Aberdeen, Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Vlissingen - Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Spot white-beaked dolphins
  • Discover Aberdeen
  • Experience Fair Isle
  • Witness the midnight sun
Starts / Ends:
Vlissingen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the ultimate 12-day Arctic Ocean Cruise aboard MV Hondius. Departing from Vlissingen, your adventure begins with sightings of white-beaked dolphins and majestic orcas as you traverse the North Sea. Arriving in Aberdeen, immerse yourself in the charm of the Granite City before setting …
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