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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $14,395
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Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Svalbard’s tundra
  • Wander Longyearbyen’s town
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Whale Watching, Kayaking
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Experience Spitsbergen on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, where you search for polar bears and admire Atlantic walruses in stunning fjords. Enjoy guided hikes across the tundra and explore historic traps, combining breathtaking nature with rich history.
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Kayaking in Scotland.
from $14,695
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Edinburgh’s historic sites
  • Discover Troon’s charming coast
  • Marvel at Orkney’s ancient wonders
  • Visit St Kilda’s seabird colonies
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Edinburgh / Aberdeen
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Edinburgh to Aberdeen aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring Scotland's untamed islands. Discover the ancient Hebrides and lush Orkney Islands, encounter wildlife along scenic coastlines, and experience local culture in charming villages while enjoying Scotland's renowned whisky.
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The unique rock formations of Giant's Causeway
from $14,195
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Ireland: The Luck of the Irish

Dublin Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MV Douglas Mawson
  • Trace literary roots in Dublin
  • Discover the dockyards of Belfast
  • View traditional Glencolmcille
  • Visit Blarney Castle near Cork
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Dublin / Dublin
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson to explore Ireland's stunning coastlines and rich history. Discover ancient castles, local folklore, and engage with the vibrant culture while tracing the island's storied past.
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $10,970
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Svalbard, Bear Island & Tromso

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s landscapes
  • Witness Samarinvagen’s glaciers
  • Discover Bear Island’s cliffs
  • Observe Gjesvaer’s seabird colonies
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Longyearbyen / Tromso
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Embark on a 6-day Arctic expedition from Longyearbyen to Tromso aboard Aqua Lares, exploring Svalbard’s stunning landscapes and wildlife. Discover puffin colonies, calving glaciers, and the pristine ecosystems of Europe’s largest seabird habitats before concluding your journey in Tromso.
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
from $10,970
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Tromso, Bear Island & Svalbard

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares
  • Explore Tromso above Arctic Circle
  • Discover Gjesvaer and its wildlife
  • Visit Skarsvag, northern villages
  • Experience Reinoya’s landscapes
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Tromso / Longyearbyen
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Embark on a 6-day Arctic expedition aboard Aqua Lares, starting in Tromso and visiting Gjesvaer, Skarsvag, and Bear Island, rich in seabird life. Conclude your journey in Longyearbyen, exploring glaciers and unique wildlife along the way.
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A misty morning in the Norwegian fjords
from $2,244
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The Coastal Express

Bergen Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys
  • Visit Alesund
  • Enjoy Trondheim views
  • Explore the Lofoten Islands
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
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Bergen / Bergen
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Embark on a 12-day coastal journey from Bergen, exploring Norway's iconic fjords, picturesque towns, and cultural landmarks aboard MS Nordlys. Witness breathtaking landscapes and participate in traditional Arctic Circle ceremonies.
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Navigate the scenic routes of Norway aboard Navigate the scenic routes of MS Trollfjord
from $2,302
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The Inner Fjords Explorer

Bergen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Trollfjord
  • Sail into Kvinnheradsfjord
  • Explore dramatic Lysefjord
  • Cruise the deep Hardangerfjord
  • Follow the deep Sognefjord
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Bergen / Bergen
Activities
Local Market Visits, Village Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Sail on the Inner Fjords Explorer aboard MS Trollfjord for an 8-day cruise exploring Norway’s western fjords, where you experience dramatic waterways and coastal cities on an intimate journey. You depart from Bergen and travel to Kvinnheradsfjord, Stavanger, Hardangerfjord, Sognefjord, Ålesund, and Nordfjord before returning to Bergen.
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View the colorful houses of Bergen
from $1,683
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The Coastal Express – North

Bergen - Kirkenes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys
  • Cruise through Geirangerfjord
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Explore small fishing villages
  • Meet a local Sami family
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Bergen / Kirkenes
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Variable
Sail the coast of Norway and navigate stunning fjords, visit local villages, and cross the Arctic Circle on this 7-day expedition cruise aboard the MS Nordlys. Begin your adventure in Bergen and sail north until you reach the northernmost tip of the European continent around the North Cape and Kirkenes.
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Ha'penny Bridge in Dublin
from $5,095
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Ireland Circumnavigation

Dublin Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Dublin landmarks
  • Cruise Skellig Islands
  • Discover Galway culture
  • Explore Antrim Coast
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Dublin / Dublin
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Archaeological Site Visits, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Explore Ireland’s coastline on a 7-day expedition from Dublin aboard Ocean Victory. Visit Cork, Knightstown, Skellig Islands, Galway, Aran Islands, Clare Island, and the Antrim Coast. Experience historic ports, coastal landscapes, island communities, and key cultural sites across Ireland.
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Wander through the maze of colorful buildings on Santorini
from $5,380
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Aegean Escape

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • Explore Sifnos scenic trails
  • Discover Sikinos landscapes
  • Relax on Ios with pristine beaches
  • Visit Serifos with rugged landscape
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Lavrion / Lavrion
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Set sail on an 8-day cruise to the Aegean aboard the Gemaya, exploring stunning islands like Santorini and Milos. Discover whitewashed villages, hidden coves, and the rich traditions of Greece amidst a backdrop of beauty and myth.
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Enjoy the beautiful blue waters of the Mediterranean
from $5,380
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Saronic Gems

Roundtrip Lavrion - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Gemaya
  • Explore Epidaurus’ ancient theater
  • Visit Aegina’s neoclassical charm
  • Swim Porto Cheli’s waters
  • Wander Nafplion’s old town
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Lavrion / Lavrion
Activities
Scuba Diving
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Variable
Set sail for an 8-day cruise from Lavrion on the Gemaya, exploring the historic Saronic Islands. Enjoy stunning landscapes and rich culture, from the lush charm of Spetses to the UNESCO beauty of Hydra and Aegina's ancient Temple of Aphaia.
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The stunning fjords of Norway
from $1,486
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The Coastal Express – South

Kirkenes - Bergen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys
  • Visit Hammerfest
  • Pass through the Lofoten Islands
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Tour Nidaros Cathedral
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Kirkenes / Bergen
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Variable
The 6-day Voyage South (Kirkenes – Bergen) aboard the MS Nordlys is great for those in search of incredible scenery, as it includes a daylight sailing through the idyllic, mountainous Vesterålen and Lofoten Islands, and past the Seven Sisters mountains & Torghatten. You'll also take a step back in time at the ancient Hammerfest & Nidaros Cathedral.
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