Europe Wildlife Viewing Trips & Safaris

from $9,595

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Highlights of Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Reykjavik city streets
• Walk Ísafjörður fjord paths
• Visit Siglufjörður Herring Museum
• Cross Arctic Circle Grímsey

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Citizen Science, Spa Relaxation

Activity Level

Variable

Discover Iceland in 8 days aboard Ocean Victory, traveling from Reykjavik to Reykjavik. Visit Ísafjörður, Siglufjörður, Grímsey, Akureyri, Húsavík, Djúpivogur, and the Westman Islands. Explore historic towns, volcanic landscapes, fjords, wildlife, and cultural sites along the Arctic Circle with guided walks, local cuisine, and coastal views.

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from $8,390

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Scotland’s Wild Isles: Shetlands, Orkneys and Inner Hebrides

Dublin to Edinburgh - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Visit Rathlin Island cliffs
• Explore Isle of Skye
• Orkney Kirkwall tours
• Visit Shetland island by Zodiac

Starts / Ends

Dublin / Edinburgh

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard National Geographic Explorer. Begin in Dublin and sail to Rathlin Island, Isle of Skye, Loch Ewe, Shetland, and Orkney before reaching Edinburgh. Explore puffin colonies, historic castles, Inverewe Gardens, Kirkwall, and Scapa Flow. Take guided hikes, Zodiac excursions, and witness remote island life.

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from $9,733

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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens

• Hear Hebridean wildlife insights
• Sip Whisky in Oban
• Visit Sacred Iona Island
• Explore Clava Cairns stones

Starts / Ends

Inverness / Inverness

Activities

Biking

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day Scottish Highlands cruise aboard the Lord of the Glens, exploring iconic lochs, historic castles, and sacred islands like Iona. Discover charming towns like Oban and Tobermory, with guided walks, whisky tastings, and wildlife encounters amid breathtaking Highland scenery.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research hub
• Sail Monaco Glacier’s icy expanse
• Witness Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Plancius. Sail through Spitsbergen's icy North Atlantic, with opportunities to spot whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and the magnificent polar bear.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Ny Alesund, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the remote Seven Islands.

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from $6,000

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Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius to explore glaciers, wildlife, and remote settlements. Highlights include Ny Alesund, the Monaco Glacier, and the rugged landscapes of Bell Sund.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Spot minke whales
• See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
• Witness the Monaco Glacier

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.

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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

Starts / Ends

Dublin / Dublin

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

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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from $5,095

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The Jewels of Scotland

Dublin to Aberdeen - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory

• Explore Dublin’s historic landmarks
• Visit Dunluce Castle ruins
• Walk Giant’s Causeway stones
• Observe Rathlin Island seabirds

Starts / Ends

Dublin / Aberdeen

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 7-day journey aboard Ocean Victory from Dublin to Aberdeen. Visit Dublin’s landmarks, the Giant’s Causeway, Tobermory, St Kilda, Kirkwall, and Invergordon. Discover cultural sites, historic towns, natural wonders, and wildlife along the coasts of Ireland and Scotland.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen, historic town
• Visit Raudfjord, expansive glaciers
• Discover Monaco Glacier, ice cliffs
• Visit Alkhornet, Arctic wildlife

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the pack ice of northern Spitsbergen, offering abundant chances to spot whales, polar bears, seabirds, walruses, and a diverse array of Arctic wildlife.

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from $4,500

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East Spitsbergen - Home of the Polar Bear, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• See Stellingfjellet’s bird colonies
• Sail through Hornsund fjords
• Experience Bell Sund’s history

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and historic sites. Spot polar bears, seals, and belugas while you can also participate in activities like long hikes or cleaning the shores.

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from $6,850

NO SS

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Classic Cruise – Scotland

Banavie - Muirtown - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Spirit of Scotland

• Explore Dalwhinnie Distillery
• Admire iconic Eilean Donan Castle
• Stroll scenic Loch Oich
• Pass beneath Urquhart Castle

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Banavie / Muirtown

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 7-day cruise from Banavie to Muirtown on the Spirit of Scotland, featuring a champagne welcome and visits to Caledonian highlights like Dalwhinnie Distillery, Eilean Donan Castle, and Culloden Moor. Enjoy excursions with cultural landmarks, wildlife encounters, and whisky tastings along the scenic journey.

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from $5,700

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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Sail Fuglefjorden’s polar haven
• Visit Raudfjord’s icy expanse
• Discover Trygghamna whaling relics

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Set out on an 11-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, departing from Longyearbyen to explore remote North Spitsbergen. Discover historic whaling sites, pristine glaciers, and diverse Arctic birdlife like the Little Auk, and witness polar bears in their natural habitat.

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from $6,250

NO SS

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Classic Cruise - Canal du Midi

Marseillan - Le Somail - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Anjodi

• Discover Roman Narbonne’s cathedral
• Stroll medieval Carcassonne
• Explore Pezenas theatrical legacy
• Spot wildlife near Portiragnes

Starts / Ends

Marseillan / Le Somail

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 7-day cruise from Marseillan to Le Somail on the Anjodi, exploring the Canal du Midi with visits to Carcassonne, Narbonne, and a private truffle hunt. Enjoy wine tasting at Chateau de Paraza and biking along the Canal de la Robine.

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from $4,399

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Highlights of Eastern Europe

Budapest - Bucharest - 10 Day Itinerary aboard River Duchess

• Discover Belgrade
• Explore Budapest
• Visit Croatia's Vučedol Museum
• Marvel at Vidin

Starts / Ends

Budapest / Bucharest

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the River Duchess, discovering hidden gems, rich cultures, and stunning landscapes in Eastern Europe. Perfect for explorers.

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from $3,100

EBD 10%

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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Aberdeen’s Granite City
• Discover Fair Isle seabirds
• Witness Mt. Beerenberg
• Search for Spitsbergen’s wildlife

Starts / Ends

Aberdeen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, spotting orcas and exploring Fair Isle's seabird colonies and grey seals. Continue to Jan Mayen and search for polar bears and whales near the sea ice.

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from $3,050

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South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Cruise Arctic fjords
• Chance to see polar bears
• Explore historic whaling station
• See Aurora Borealis

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activities

Northern Lights

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 6-day Arctic adventure aboard MV Plancius and discover South Spitsbergen, Bear Island, and Tromsø, spotting polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers. Enjoy historic sites, fjord cruising, and the breathtaking Aurora Borealis.

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from $1,528

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Amazing Andalusia

Roundtrip Seville - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MS La Belle de Cadix

• Explore Seville and Santa Cruz
• Visit Isla Minima
• Explore Pueblos Blancos
• Taste local Andalusian flavors

Starts / Ends

Seville / Seville

Activities

Wine Tasting, Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through Andalusia on a 6-day MS La Belle de Cadix cruise from Seville and uncover the region’s beauty. Discover the Pueblos Blancos, from Vejer de la Frontera’s hilltop charm to Conil’s coastal allure, and enjoy a glimpse of Andalusian culture with a tasting of local products.

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