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Iconic Krossfjorden
from $6,790
EBD $600
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Springtime in Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Hike Alkhornet cliffs
  • Visit Prins Karls Forland
  • Walk Bellsund tundra
  • Search Hornsund fjord ice
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 9-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard in May, where you can witness the stunning landscapes and wildlife, including polar bears and walruses. Experience the vibrant awakening of spring in this pristine environment aboard the M/S Quest.
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The Monastery of the Holy Trinity (Agia Triada), one of the six active monasteries of Meteora in Greece
from $3,325
EBD 10%
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Gems of the Sporades & Cyclades

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Elysium
  • Enjoy Edipsos thermal spring waters
  • Explore Oreoi fishing village
  • Discover Volos Meteora monasteries
  • Swim golden beaches of Skiathos
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Snorkeling
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Embark on an 8-day cruise through the Sporades, Northern Evia, and Cyclades on the Elysium, exploring stunning beaches, historic sites, and charming villages. Enjoy swimming, scenic strolls, and delicious local cuisine across Greece's captivating islands.
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Stroll along Barcelona's famed beaches
from $15,600
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Mediterranean Wonders: Sicily, Greece, Sardinia, and Beyond

Spain - Greece - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Orion
  • Cruise the Mediterranean Sea
  • Explore standing stones on Menorca
  • Taste Sicilian wine
  • Swim at Kefalonia
  • Explore Delphi and Corinth Canal
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Barcelona / Athens
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Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Embark on a 13-day Mediterranean Wonders Cruise from Spain to Greece aboard National Geographic Orion, explore ancient ruins, medieval towns, and local cuisine. Visit Menorca’s prehistoric stones, Bonifacio’s citadel, Sardinia’s artisan villages, savor Sicilian wine, swim in Kefalonia’s waters, and explore Delphi.
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Civitavecchia, the historic port city that opens the gateway to Rome.
from $3,740
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Italy and Croatia

Civitavecchia - Venice - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Star Clipper
  • Explore Ponza’s colorful harbor
  • Discover Amalfi’s grand Duomo
  • Admire Lipari’s volcanic beauty
  • Wander Taormina’s ancient lanes
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Civitavecchia / Venice
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Local Market Visits
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Civitavecchia to Venice on the Star Clipper, exploring Italy and Croatia's hidden gems like Ponza and Otranto. Experience historic towns and local cuisine, and enjoy onboard relaxation and adventure across beautiful coastal seas.
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from $11,790
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The Norwegian Fjords, Bear Island, and Svalbard

Bergen - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore charming Alesund
  • Discover Grip fishing village
  • Sail past Torghatten mountain
  • Tour historic Kjerringoy
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Bergen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 17-day cruise on the M/S Stockholm from Bergen to Svalbard, exploring Norway's stunning coast, historic sites, and wildlife. Discover glaciers, sea ice, and wildlife like polar bears and walruses in the High Arctic.
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Colorful port of Bergen
from $2,880
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The North Cape Line - South

Tromso to Oslo - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MS Trollfjord
  • Discover Tromso, the Arctic capital
  • Visit the North Cape plateau
  • Explore Alta, the Aurora Capital
  • Discover Narvik’s WWII history
  • Explore Bergen on a city walk
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Tromso / Oslo
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Archaeological Site Visits
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Embark on a 9-day North Cape Line cruise from Tromso to Oslo aboard MS Trollfjord. Visit the North Cape, cross the Arctic Circle, catch the Northern Lights, and explore Norway’s scenic coast, including Alta, Narvik, Åndalsnes, and Bergen.
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Puffin, Fair Isle, Scotland
from $16,995
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Wild Scottish Isles & Norwegian Fjords

Aberdeen - Tromso - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Aberdeen’s cathedral
  • Tour Glen Garioch Distillery
  • Visit Papa Westray’s Knap of Howar
  • Experience Fair Isle’s seabirds
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Aberdeen / Tromso
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Embark on a 14-day voyage from Scotland to Norway aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring ancient sites in the Orkney and Shetland Islands, Viking routes, and stunning Lofoten peaks. Experience the Arctic Circle's midnight sun, seabird colonies, and breathtaking fjords while delving into the region’s maritime heritage.
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Midnight sun over Lofoten
from $13,125
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From Scenic Fjords to Arctic Ice: The Ultimate Northern Journey

Dover - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore historic Bergen
  • Observe Bear Island wildlife
  • Visit Mandal’s beaches and church
  • Cruise scenic Geirangerfjord waters
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Dover / Copenhagen
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Explore Norway and the Arctic on a 14-day expedition from Dover to Longyearbyen aboard SH Diana. Visit Mandal, Bergen, Nordfjordeid, Geiranger, Lofoten and Harstad, cruise Trollfjorden, observe seabirds on Bear Island, and explore Svalbard's polar landscapes before reaching Longyearbyen.
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A polar bear and her playful cub.
from $14,420
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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • View polar bears on the pack ice
  • Observe walruses and other wildlife
  • Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
  • Enjoy incredible photos ops
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day polar expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Endurance to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and other unique creatures of the ice. This tour offers chances to hike and kayak among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.
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Visit the Hurtigruten Museum in Stokmarknes, Norway
from $8,254
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Ultimate Norway at Christmas Arctic Expedition under Northern Lights

Tromso Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Explore Tromso's Christmas markets
  • Visit Lyngen and its Alps
  • Learn about Sami culture in Senja
  • Hurtigruten Museum Christmas dinner
  • Festive holiday lights in Svolvaer
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Tromso / Tromso
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Village Visits, Fishing, Northern Lights, Hiking, Citizen Science, Christmas Market Visits
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day Arctic Norway Christmas expedition aboard MS Spitsbergen, sailing round-trip from Tromso to explore the Lyngen Alps, Senja, Vesteralen, and Lofoten. Enjoy festive holiday markets, winter kayaking, and a Christmas Eve dinner onboard while searching for the Northern Lights along the remote, snowy coastline.
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A vibrant green aurora dances over the serene fjord in Norway.
from $5,090
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Whales and Northern Lights in Northern Norway

Roundtrip Alta - 7 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore Alta’s Arctic charm
  • Navigate Norway’s icy fjords
  • Spot whales in Stjernoya
  • Witness Aurora Borealis in Alta
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Alta / Alta
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Take a 7-day cruise aboard the M/S Stockholm and experience Norway's stunning natural beauty. Enjoy the sparkling ice formations, snow-capped mountains, fjord ice, and maybe even spot orcas, humpback whales, and the Northern Lights.
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $12,000
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The Arctic Explorer: Iceland to Svalbard Cruise

Reykjavík to Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Look for whales off Husavík
  • Visit volcanic Jan Mayen Island
  • Seek polar bears in Svalbard
  • Spot puffins on Hrísey Island
  • Admire Dynjandi in the Westfjords
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Reykjavik / Copenhagen
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Photography Seminars
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day Arctic cruise aboard SH Vega along Iceland's north coast to Dynjandi waterfall, bird-rich Hrísey, and the whale-watching hub of Husavík. After a stop at remote, volcanic Jan Mayen, spend four days in Svalbard's fjords looking for polar bears and walrus.
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