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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $51,150
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The Geographic North Pole and the east coast of Greenland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Spitsbergen fjords
  • Cross Arctic sea ice
  • Visit Blosseville Coast
  • Spot polar wildlife
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Paris / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 17-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot from Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen, to Reykjavík, Iceland. Navigate through the Arctic ice floes, reach the Geographic North Pole, and explore Greenland’s remote Ittoqqortoormiit and Blosseville Coast. Encounter glaciers, fjords, and Arctic wildlife across pristine polar landscapes.
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Hallgrimskirkja Church in Reykjavik
from $7,195
Up to 40%
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Greenland Explorer

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Meet local communities in Greenland
  • Crossing the Denmark Strait
  • Learn Inuit traditions
  • Discover Nuuk culture
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
During this 12-day Arctic adventure, sailing from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Victory. Explore pristine fjords, towering glaciers, and remote villages while engaging with Inuit culture. Cruise through Denmark Strait, Prins Christian Sund, and Evighedsfjorden, witnessing polar wildlife including whales and seabirds.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $22,595
EBD $2000
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West Greenland: Exploring the Far North

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Cross Arctic Circle
  • Discover Disko Bay
  • Experience Qaanaaq culture
  • Walk Ilulissat Icefjord
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Sail on a 16-day Arctic cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Explorer. Experience Greenland’s remote communities, stunning fjords, drifting icebergs, active glaciers, and rich Inuit culture. Visit Ilulissat Icefjord, Uummannaq, Qaanaaq, Eqip Sermia, Disko Bay, and Sisimiut while exploring landscapes shaped by sea, ice, and tradition.
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Solar eclipse, mysterious natural phenomenon when Moon passes between planet Earth and Sun
from $13,695
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Greenland Solar Eclipse

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Skjoldungen
  • Discover Tasiilaq
  • Experience Denmark Strait
  • Explore Reykjavik
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the Ocean Albatros. Witness the spectacular total solar eclipse in the untamed landscapes of East Greenland, a truly awe-inspiring experience.
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from $3,090
Up to 50%
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Jewels of the Cyclades

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Panorama
  • Stroll Folegandros cliffside views
  • Tour Delos sacred temples
  • Swim Poliegos turquoise waters
  • Explore Poros neoclassical charm
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Panorama, exploring the beautiful Cyclades from Athens to islands like Santorini, Mykonos, and Folegandros. Enjoy swim stops, cultural experiences, and delightful Cycladic cuisine on this unforgettable journey.
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Enjoy a beautiful river view at sunset.
from $2,843
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From Prague to Berlin - Cruise on the Vltava and Elbe Rivers

Prague to Berlin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Elbe Princesse
  • Join a guided tour of Meissen
  • Scout around Dresden
  • Explore Elbe Sandstone Mountains
  • Visit Prague Castle area
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Prague / Prague
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
This 9-day cruise from Prague to Berlin explores the sparkling waterways of the Vltava and Elbe rivers, aboard the MS Elbe Princesse, a unique paddling riverboat. Discover idyllic charm towns, historic cathedrals, Renaissance-style houses, unique museums, and tour Germany and Czech Republic's vibrant cities.
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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound
from $8,995
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East Greenland: Stories of Ice and Light

Reykjavik - Nuuk - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Iceland Westfjords cruising
  • Sail vast fjords in Scoresby Sound
  • Walk remote Greenland shorelines
  • Explore Prince Christian Sound
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Reykjavik / Nuuk
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day East Greenland cruise from Reykjavik to Nuuk aboard an Ocean Victory. Explore Iceland’s Westfjords, East Greenland’s fjords, Ittoqqortoormiit, Uunartoq hot springs, Norse ruins at Hvalsey, and Prince Christian Sound. Travel by Zodiac, hike rugged coasts, encounter wildlife, and engage with Greenlandic culture.
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Sun shining on the ice
from $44,900
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The Geographic North Pole

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover the Geographic North Pole
  • Admire Scoresby Sund
  • Sailing the heart of the ice floe
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Discover our planet’s northernmost point during this unique 16-day sailing expedition aboard Le Commandant-Charcot, the first hybrid electric polar exploration vessel.
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
from $18,000
No SS
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Expedition to the Edge of the Ice Sheet

Reykjavík - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Cruise through stunning landscapes
  • Meet Indigenous people of Greenland
  • Spot Arctic-adapted wildlife
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
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Variable
Embark on Le Lyrial for a 14-day expedition to the fringes of Greenland's ice sheet. Explore Arctic scenery while sailing from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq.
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Houses of Greenland
from $12,860
No SS
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Expedition to the Edge of the Ice Sheet

Reykjavík - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Cruise through stunning landscapes
  • Meet Indigenous people of Greenland
  • Spot Arctic-adapted wildlife
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Board L'Austral and set off on an expedition to the edge of Greenland's ice sheet. Spend 14 days exploring Arctic landscapes, sailing from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq.
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Viking settlement, Anse-aux-Meadows
from $15,195
EBD $2000
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Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Walk historic Sisimiut streets
  • Witness Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Hike Torngat fjords
  • Visit Viking settlement ruins
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Iceland / St. John's
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Hiking, Kayaking, Citizen Science, Photography Seminars, Biking, Spa Relaxation
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Variable
Set sail on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard Ocean Explorer from Iceland to St. John’s, Newfoundland. Explore Reykjavik, cruise Ilulissat Icefjord, discover Sisimiut, experience Inuit culture in Pangnirtung and Nain, cruise Monumental Island, hike Torngat Mountains, and explore Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows.
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Qikiqtarjuak community
from $21,795
Save 25%
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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
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Reykjavik / Calgary
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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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $6,300
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Iceland, Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail

Constable Pynt - Akureyri - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore Milne Land’s icebergs
  • Discover O Fjord’s towering cliffs
  • Sail Harefjord’s scenic expanse
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit’s cultu
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Constable Point / Akureyri
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Constable Pynt to Akureyri aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, exploring Earth’s largest fjord system. Discover exotic Arctic wildlife, including musk oxen and Arctic hares, amid stunning auroras, with chances to spot Greenland whales, massive icebergs, ancient Thule sites, and scenic coastal hikes.
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kalymnos
from $3,690
10% EBD
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Unexplored Greece: Aegean Islands

Roundtrip Athens - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Panorama
  • Swim Ikaria’s crystal waters
  • Discover Patmos’ spiritual serenity
  • Taste Amorgos’ local flavors
  • Explore Athens' historic grandeur
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Athens / Athens
Activities
Wine Tasting, Local Market Visits
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Variable
Sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the Panorama, exploring 10 hidden Greek islands. Discover crystal waters, rich history, and authentic culture, where hospitality and passion are timeless traditions.
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from $7,775
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Cruise from Canada to Iceland Along the Viking Routes

Halifax - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Halifax history
  • Visit Saint-Pierre trails
  • Visit Qassiarsuk Viking ruins
  • Hike Narsaq trails
Starts / Ends
Halifax / Reykjavik
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Canada to Iceland Along the Viking Routes cruise from Halifax to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega. Visit Saint-Pierre, St. John’s, St. Anthony, and Greenland’s Qassiarsuk, Narsaq, and Qaqortoq. Cruise Iceberg Alley, explore Viking ruins, watch whales and seals, and experience subarctic landscapes.
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Auroras natural light display in sky
from $17,495
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Iceland & East Greenland - Under the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
  • Experience Iceland’s geysers
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Witness Greenland's aurora borealis
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits, Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an unforgettable 11-day Arctic expedition aboard the Douglas Mawson, journeying through Eastern Greenland and Iceland’s Westfjords. Experience majestic glaciers, vibrant seabird colonies, diverse Arctic wildlife, and the mesmerizing aurora borealis illuminating the untouched wilderness.
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Romantic evening light over Basel
from $4,039
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Rhine Castles & Swiss Alps - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amaserena
  • Taste Kölsch beer
  • Visit Cologne Cathedral
  • Cruise through the Rhine Gorge
  • Discover Lake Lucerne
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Amsterdam / Basel
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Variable
Discover fairytale castles, historic vineyards and the stunning remnant of a world frozen over with glaciers, Italy’s Lake Como, as part of this all-encompassing Rhine River cruise and land fantasy. Start by exploring the canal-laden city of Amsterdam, with its neat rows of buildings and rich history.
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Get a close up view of the Greenland ice sheet
from $11,985
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Iceland and Greenland Kayak Expedition

14 Day Itinerary aboard BYR
  • Witness Total Eclipse
  • Visit Mikis Fjord
  • Anchor at Kangerdlugssuaq
  • Explore Nansen Fjord
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Isafjordur / Kulusuk
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Variable
Join a 14-day Arctic voyage from Ice fjord to Kulusuk aboard the BYR. Cross the Denmark Strait, navigate through Greenland’s fjords, and witness glaciers, icebergs, and Arctic wildlife. Explore areas such as Nansen Fjord, Mikis Fjord, and Kangerdlugssuaq, with opportunities for hiking, kayaking, and visits to Inuit sites and remote villages.
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