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Experience the enchanting beauty and rich cultural tapestry of Canada's Alberta with Adventure Life's diverse selection of small ship cruises for 2025. Embark on a voyage to the heart of the Northwest Passage, where nature and wildlife are your guides on a 9-day Arctic Express Canada itinerary aboard Ultramarine. Search for iconic Arctic wildlife, enjoy flightseeing, and heli landings in this remote region. Or, join the Northwest Passage tour for a 17-day exploration from Toronto to Calgary, visiting the legendary Ilulissat Icefjord, Devon Island, and Beechey Island along the way. Engage in wildlife viewing activities and discover the icy channels that have captivated explorers for centuries. Whether you opt for adventure options, hiking, kayaking, or simply wildlife viewing, each moment promises an unforgettable connection with the unique treasures of the Arctic. From easy active to relaxed activity levels, these tours offer a range of experiences suitable for all travelers. Don't miss the chance to explore this breathtaking region with Adventure Life's expert team. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Athabasca Glacier, Alberta
from $3,835
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Classic Canadian Rockies

Canada Small Group Tour - 7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore through Calgary
  • Discover Banff National Park
  • Cruise on Maligne Lake
  • See Athabasca Glacier during walks
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Calgary
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 7-day tour in the Canadian Rockies, which offers breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, glistening glaciers, and vibrant forest. Explore Calgary's most iconic sites and local hotspots on your journey to Banff National Park, Maligne Lake, the Icefields Parkway, and Jasper National Park.
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
from $24,795
NO SS
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Northwest Passage

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Experience Qeqertarsuaq
  • Visit Prince Leopold Island
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Sisimiut
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Calgary
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 16-day Northwest Passage Expedition aboard Greg Mortimer and encounter Arctic wildlife, polar foxes, bowhead whales, polar bears, and the elusive narwhal.
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
from $24,795
NO SS
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Northwest Passage

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Experience Qeqertarsuaq
  • Visit Prince Leopold Island
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Sisimiut
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Toronto
Activities
Helicopter Tours
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Variable
Join this 16-day Northwest Passage Expedition aboard Greg Mortimer and encounter Arctic wildlife, polar foxes, bowhead whales, polar bears, and the elusive narwhal.
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Kangerlussuatsiaq, Greenland
from $18,395
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Toronto
  • Discover Greenland
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Explore Canada's High Arctic
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Calgary
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland, discover Inuit communities, hike colorful tundra, and encounter diverse wildlife.
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
from $24,295
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Beechey Island’s graves
  • Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
  • Visit Arctic Bay
  • Marvel at calving icebergs
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Reykjavik
Activities
Kayaking, Adventure Options, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.
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Qikiqtarjuak community
from $24,295
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik to Calgary - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cruise through Greenland’s fjords
  • Spot wildlife at Creswell Bay
  • Hike around Cape Mercy
  • Explore Beechey Island
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Calgary
Activities
Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 17-day adventure from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ocean Explorer, exploring the stunning landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s Arctic. Travel through Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, stop at remote towns like Nuuk and Maniitsoq, and witness spectacular wildlife in Canada’s High Arctic.
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Musk Ox roaming the Northwest Passage
from $13,295
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Canada’s Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage to Ellesmere and Axel Heiberg Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Experience the Canadian Arctic
  • Search for iconic Arctic wildlife
  • Enjoy flightseeing and heli landing
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Calgary
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day adventure cruise around the Canadian High Arctic aboard the Ultramarine. See the unique wonders and the breathtaking environment at the top of the world through adventure activities like helicopter flightseeing, wildlife tracking, and trekking.
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