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Experience the wonders of Scandinavia with Adventure Life's array of 28 small ship cruises for 2026. Delve into the majestic Norwegian Fjords and explore the stunning panoramas on a voyage that takes you from Tromso to Copenhagen. Discover the Lofoten Islands, view the Svartisen Glacier, and visit the 'Town of Roses' as you uncover the cultural and everyday life of the region's inhabitants. Join us on a cruise journey that will energize both nature and people with its long, light days in the land of the midnight sun. With activities like village visits, hiking, and wildlife viewing, this adventure offers a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to embark on a seamless trip to Scandinavia. Contact one of Adventure Life's trip planners to plan your next unforgettable journey.
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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $12,050
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Kirkwall’s cathedrals
  • Meet Eysturoy villagers
  • Explore Shetland’s Viking coast
  • See Faroe villages
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day North Atlantic cruise aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Start in Edinburgh, then explore ancient ruins in Orkney, Viking history in Shetland, turf-roofed villages in the Faroe Islands, and Iceland’s black-sand beaches and volcanic craters on a journey rich in culture, landscapes, and adventure.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $11,990
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North Atlantic Wonders: Iceland, Scotland and the Faroes

Edinburgh to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Scapa Flow visit
  • Shetland island exploration
  • Sail past Surtsey island
  • Hike Heimaey volcano crater
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise in Edinburgh aboard National Geographic Explorer and sail north to Orkney, Shetland, and the Faroe Islands before reaching Iceland. Explore Kirkwall, St. Magnus Cathedral, Leitisvatn, Djupivogur, and Heimaey. Hike, navigate fjords, visit volcanic sites, and experience Viking history.
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Colorful sunset over Tallinn, Estonia
from $8,190
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Iconic Capitals & Towns of the Baltic

Copenhagen - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Discover Copenhagen's canals
  • Stroll Gudhjem's streets
  • Explore Gdansk's history
  • Walk Visby's fortifications
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Copenhagen / Helsinki
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Champlain, exploring historic towns, iconic capitals, and stunning landscapes. Highlights include Gdansk’s amber charm, Stockholm’s ABBA legacy, Tallinn’s medieval allure, and Helsinki’s Art Nouveau beauty, with curated excursions at every port.
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Discover the rich history of Edinburgh
from $9,595
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North Atlantic Wonders

Edinburgh - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Edinburgh historic streets
  • Visit Bass Rock colony
  • Tour Kirkwall and Orkney
  • Explore Torshavn Viking heritage
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Edinburgh / Reykjavik
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 14-day cruise aboard Sea Spirit from Edinburgh to Reykjavík. Visit Bass Rock, Isle of May, Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Faroe Islands, Seyðisfjörður, Djúpivogur, Vestmannaeyjar, and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. See wildlife, volcanic landscapes, waterfalls, historic villages, and Iceland’s geothermal pools while exploring the Faroe Islands and Iceland.
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Peaceful homes on the shores of the Baltic Sea
from $29,990
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Baltic Splendor: Stockholm to Copenhagen

Stockholm - Copenhagen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
  • Wander Tallinn’s medieval streets
  • Discover Helsinki’s Design Museum
  • Explore Visby’s medieval walls
Starts / Ends
Stockholm / Copenhagen
Activities
Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Stockholm to Copenhagen on Scenic Eclipse II, exploring vibrant cities like Tallinn, Helsinki, and Riga. Enjoy cultural experiences, picturesque villages, and scenic coastlines, with a mix of relaxation and engaging excursions.
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A view of Helsinki, the largest city in Finland.
from $11,020
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Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Copenhagen to Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Copenhagen waterfront exploration
  • Discover Gudhjem’s traditions
  • Experience Helsinki urban culture
  • Discover Tallinn’s old town
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Copenhagen / Helsinki
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Variable
Set sail on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse from Copenhagen to Helsinki and explore the Baltic Sea’s historic cities and coastal towns. Visit Gudhjem on Bornholm, Gdansk, Klaipeda, Visby, Stockholm, and Tallinn. Walk through UNESCO-listed old towns, discover medieval architecture, and experience Nordic and Baltic culture.
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Colorful port of Bergen
from $8,320
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Secret Scandinavia

Oslo to Copenhagen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Discover Arendal coastal charm
  • Visit Stavanger old town
  • Stroll Egersund wooden streets
  • Visit Skagen sandy beaches
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Oslo / Copenhagen
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Variable
Explore Norway's iconic fjords and coastal cities aboard Le Laperouse on a 9-day voyage. Cruise from Oslo to Arendal, Stavanger, Eidfjord, Bergen, and Egersund before visiting Skagen, Aarhus, and Copenhagen in Denmark. Discover dramatic fjords, waterfalls, Viking heritage, colorful waterfronts, and UNESCO-listed landmarks.
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Walruses coming ashore in the arctic
from $10,250
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Ultimate Svalbard Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Arctic narwhals
  • Cruise Svalbard fjords
  • Observe Arctic roaming foxes
  • View Arctic glaciers
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Copenhagen / Copenhagen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day Svalbard cruise aboard SH Diana. Cruise through glaciers, fjords, sea ice while searching for polar bears, walruses, bowhead whales, narwhals, Arctic foxes, ringed seals, and Svalbard reindeer. Visit Longyearbyen and the North Pole Expeditions Museum before exploring one of the Arctic Circle's most remote wildlife destinations.
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Polar bears in the Arctic
from $7,750
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Exploring Svalbard Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Tour the North Pole Museum
  • Navigate Svalbard's glaciers
  • Spot polar bears on sea ice
  • Observe diverse Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends
Copenhagen / Copenhagen
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day Svalbard expedition cruise aboard the SH Vega, beginning with a pre-cruise stay in Copenhagen before flying to Longyearbyen to set sail. Discover towering glaciers, deep fjords, and Arctic wildlife including polar bears, walruses, and reindeer before returning to Copenhagen.
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $11,995
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Scotland and Faroes: Isles and Wonders

Aberdeen - Troon/Glasgow - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Kirkwall’s historic sites
  • Watch Fair Isle seabirds
  • Discover Papa Stour caves
  • Tour Faroe Islands landscapes
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Aberdeen / Glasgow
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Scotland and the Hebrides on a 13-day voyage from Aberdeen to Troon aboard Ocean Victory. Visit Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Foula, Papa Stour, the Faroe Islands, Stornoway, St. Kilda, Isle of Skye, Iona, Staffa, and Islay. Experience coastal villages, ancient monuments, wildlife, cultural heritage, nature, and maritime tradition.
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Fair Isle
from $11,495
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Discover Fair Isle
  • Experience Faroe Islands
  • Explore Jan Mayen
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Aberdeen to Helsinki on the Ultramarine. Explore Fair Isle, the Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen, and Spitsbergen, encountering iconic Arctic wildlife like puffins, seabirds, reindeer, and whales.
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A view of Helsinki, the largest city in Finland.
from $12,480
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Baltic shores and Hanseatic cities

Helsinki to Copenhagen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Visit Tallinn UNESCO Old Town
  • Visit Visby medieval city walls
  • Riga historic center walk
  • Visit Sweden through Visby
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Helsinki / Copenhagen
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse through Finland, Estonia, Sweden, Latvia, Poland, Denmark, and Germany. Visit Helsinki, Tallinn, Visby, Stockholm, Riga, Gdansk, Gudhjem, Wismar, and Copenhagen. Explore UNESCO-listed old towns, medieval landmarks, museums, waterfronts, and local culture.
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