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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $10,699
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Svalbard & Norway Adventure

Longyearbyen - Oslo - 14 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Witness Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Skarsvag
  • Experience Maloy
  • Explore Oslo
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Oslo / Oslo
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Embark on a 14-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Oslo aboard the World Navigator. Explore Svalbard’s High Arctic, Skarsvag, Tromso, and the Lofoten Islands, plus cultural stops in Maloy and Skagen.
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Old church in Visby, Gotland, Sweden
from $8,111
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Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea: Coasts, Islands and Archipelagos

Stockholm to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Visit Vasa Museum
  • Sail Sweden’s Stockholm Archipelago
  • Experience Baltic Sea locations
  • See seabirds at Karlso
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Stockholm / Copenhagen
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Sail from Stockholm to Copenhagen on an 8-day Baltic Sea voyage aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Explore the Stockholm Archipelago, Aland Islands, Visby, Stora Karlso, and Bornholm, with expert-guided hikes, kayaking, and visits to UNESCO sites.
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Scenic summer panorama with the Old Town pier architecture in Bryggen - Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, Norway.
from $11,587
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Coastal Norwegian Voyage: Between Tromso and Edinburgh

Northbound - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Cruise iconic Norwegian fjords
  • Explore colorful Bergen wharf
  • Spot whales and seabirds
  • See Viking and maritime heritag
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Edinburgh / Tromso
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Embark on an 11-day Norway cruise from Edinburgh to Tromso aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Discover fjords, Arctic landscapes, and remote coastal towns through expert-led hikes, kayaking, and Zodiac excursions.
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $5,999
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Vikings and Vistas

London to Tromso - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Visit Aberdeen Maritime Museum
  • Ride Mount Floyen funicular
  • Explore Bryggen Wharf district
  • Explore Alesund’s Art Nouveau
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London / Tromso
Activities
Hiking, Urban Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Set sail on an 11-day cruise from London under Tower Bridge to the fjords of Norway aboard World Navigator. Visit Aberdeen, Stavanger, Bergen, and more. Hike dramatic landscapes, tour Viking sites, explore local culture, and enjoy panoramic views. Conclude your journey in Tromso after discovering iconic and remote destinations.
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An aerial view of the city Malaga
from $2,970
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Morocco & Canary Islands

Malaga - Las Palmas - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Star Flyer
  • Enjoy Malaga's Alhambra
  • Wander Tangier’s eclectic streets
  • Ascend Gibraltar’s Rock
  • Discover Cadiz’s palm-lined streets
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Malaga / Las Palmas
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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Malaga to the Canary Islands aboard the Star Flyer, exploring Granada's Moorish architecture and Tangier's cultural mix. Visit Lanzarote's volcanic sites, learn about the Guanche on Tenerife, and end in Las Palmas with historic and volcanic sites.
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pair of killer whales
from $3,100
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Aberdeen - Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Experience Fair Isle's charm
  • Explore Jan Mayen
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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
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Join this exciting 10-day Arctic Ocean cruise aboard MV Plancius. Departing from Aberdeen, marvel at orcas off Girdle Ness before immersing in Fair Isle's knitwear and seabirds. Explore Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, then navigate ice edges for polar bears near Spitsbergen's fjords.
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Polar bear and cub
from $9,999
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Midnight Fjord Quest

Longyearbyen to Reykjavík - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Svalbard wilderness
  • Visit Longyearbyen village
  • Observe whales and seabirds
  • Watch Arctic whales
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Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits
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Variable
Set sail on a 13-day Arctic cruise from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard World Voyager. Experience the wild beauty of Svalbard, remote Jan Mayen, and Greenland’s stunning fjords. Spot polar bears, whales, and reindeer, and cross the Arctic Circle as expert guides lead Zodiac landings and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
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Helsinki Cathedral illuminated at dusk overlooking Senate Square
from $13,000
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The Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic

Kemi - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Join Kemi's snow castle exploration
  • Enjoy the Santa Claus Village
  • Stroll at Oulu riverside market
  • See Helsinki's neoclassical center
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Paris / Helsinki
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Fishing
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Embark on a 9-day Gulf of Bothnia, at the Gateway to the Arctic cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Finnish Lapland from Kemi and Oulu, cross into Swedish Lapland at Lulea, and visit UNESCO-listed Rauma. Experience reindeer sleds, husky rides, snow castles, and ice fishing.
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Explore the colorful canary islands
from $19,735
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Exploring Cabo Verde, the Canary Islands and the Azores

Cabo Verde - Azores - 15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Visit UNESCO sites
  • Discover Madeira's flora and fauna
  • Learn the volcanic history
  • Local traditions and architecture
  • Discover Azores' food scene
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Praia / Sao Miguel
Activities
Wine Tasting
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Sail the Atlantic on a 15-day voyage aboard National Geographic Orion. Explore Cabo Verde, the Canary Islands, Madeira, and the Azores with hikes, culture, and whale-watching.
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
from $22,995
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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant city
  • Sail through Svalbard’s coastlines
  • Spot whales in Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Experience the beauty of Svalbard and East Greenland on this 15-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. See polar bears, walruses, and guillemots in their natural habitats. Explore the world's largest fjord, Scoresbysund, and visit the remote Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
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Arctic Circle Explorer

Reykjavik to Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Visit Jan Mayen volcano
  • Observe puffins in Malmey
  • Watch whales in Greenland
  • Discover Djupavík's herring factory
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Cruise from Reykjavik to Longyearbyen on a 12-day Arctic cruise aboard World Voyager. Explore Iceland’s waterfalls, fjords, and bird cliffs before sailing past Jan Mayen and crossing the Arctic Circle. Encounter glaciers, polar bears, whales, and Arctic foxes during Zodiac excursions and Captain’s Choice landings in the High Arctic.
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An Arctic fox gazes across the landscape
from $5,495
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Svalbard: North to the Midnight Sun

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Northeast Svalbard
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund station
  • Explore Longyearbyen
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Photography Seminars, Kayaking, Citizen Science
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Variable
Sail through this 8-day breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard, from Longyearbyen to the icy edge of the North Pole aboard Ocean Albatros. Encounter glaciers, walruses, seabirds, and polar bears while uncovering the region’s rich exploration history.
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Take a leisurely stroll through beautiful Bridgetown
from $5,610
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Eastbound Atlantic Ocean Crossing

Barbados to France - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Royal Clipper
  • See Ponta Delgada, Azores scenery
  • See Malaga, Spain's architecture
  • Visit Mallorca’s Gothic cathedral
  • Visit Calvi’s coastal citadel
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Bridgetown / Nice
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
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Set sail on a 29-day Eastbound Atlantic Ocean cruise aboard Royal Clipper. Enjoy sailing, historic ports, and scenic coastal landscapes.
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Traditional Cozido meal taken from the ground on the island of São Miguel, Azores, Portugal.
from $15,444
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Azores to Barcelona: A Special Solar Eclipse Voyage

Azores to Barcelona - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Witness Solar Eclipse
  • Savor cozido, discover Azores
  • Visit Málaga Fortress
  • Private visit to Alhambra Palace
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Ponta Delgada / Barcelona
Activities
Local Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day voyage from the Azores to Barcelona aboard the National Geographic Orion. Explore Ponta Delgada, witness a total solar eclipse near Tangier, and visit Málaga, Granada, Cartagena, and Valencia in exceptional comfort.
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
from $5,495
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Svalbard - Last Stop before the North Pole

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Northwest Spitzbergen
  • Experience Northeast Svalbard
  • Journey to North Svalbard
  • Explore Longyearbyen
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Svalbard on this Arctic adventure cruise, encountering whales, walruses, polar bears, and countless sea birds.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $11,299
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Svalbard & Norway Adventure

Oslo - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Witness Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Skarsvag
  • Experience Maloy
  • Explore Oslo
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Oslo to Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Explore Denmark's cultural heritage in Skagen, feed deer in Maloy, and find authentic crafts in Leknes. Savor Norwegian life in Finnsnes, discover Senja's wildlife, and experience Svalbard's natural wonders in Ny-Ålesund.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $11,499
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Svalbard & Greenland Explorer

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Ny-Alesund station
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit community
  • Discover Reykjavik
  • Explore Longyearbyen neighborhood
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Set sail on a 13-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the World Voyager, exploring Greenland's glaciers, Arctic wildlife, Ny-Alesund's history, and Iceland's rugged beauty.
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Blomstrandhalvoya landing with water and ice breaks in between, Spitsbergen Svalbard
from $36,190
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The Geographic North Pole

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen frontier
  • Navigate drifting Arctic sea ice
  • Reach the Geographic North Pole
  • Visit Ny Alesund scientific base
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Commandant Charcot, starting in Longyearbyen and sailing through Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes to the North Pole. Experience wildlife encounters, visit Ny Alesund, and explore breathtaking fjords while enjoying Zodiac landings with expert guides.
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