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Ireland & Scotland: Saints, Saviours and Secrets

Dublin - Edinburgh - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Discover Ireland’s historic figures
• Visit St Patrick’s grave
• Visit Edinburgh’s Royal Mile
• Learn Kilmainham Gaol's history

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Dublin / Edinburgh

Activities

Local Market Visits

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Sail through Ireland and Scotland on a 14-day cruise packed with history, culture, and breathtaking landscapes aboard Douglas Mawson. Enjoy guided excursions and independent exploration in vibrant cities and remote landscapes.

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from $15,181

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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram

• Discover Longyearbyen’s shops
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research base
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Explore Hinlopen Strait for seabird

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Oslo / Oslo

Activities

Whale Watching, Kayaking

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Embark on an 11-day Arctic expedition cruise on the MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring sites like Ny Alesund and Northwest Spitsbergen National Park. Experience wildlife encounters, remote hikes, and the icy shores of Barentsoya and Edgeoya before returning to Longyearbyen and flying back to Oslo.

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from $7,170

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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Discover Reykjavík's Blue Lagoon
• Explore the beautiful Grimsey
• Experience Isafjordur fjord
• Visit Eldheimar

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Le Bellot hosts this 8-day Arctic cruise of Iceland, departing from the artistic capital city of Reykjavik. Bird lovers rejoice at the wealth of seabirds, especially at Grimsey Island. You'll also witness the beautiful Ísafjörður, nestled in a dramatic landscape of volcanoes, glaciers, and snow-capped peaks, all while learning about the local culture.

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from $10,795

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Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Helsinki
• Discover Spitsbergen
• Experience Greenland Sea
• Explore Jan Mayen

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Helsinki / Reykjavik

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Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise from Helsinki to Reykjavik aboard the Ultramarine, visiting Spitsbergen and Jan Mayen. Encounter diverse wildlife, towering icebergs, and experience Icelandic culture under the midnight sun in Reykjavik.

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from $7,550

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
• Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
• Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
• Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders

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Glasgow / Bergen

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.

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from $7,550

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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse

• Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
• Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
• Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
• Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders

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Glasgow / Bergen

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.

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from $11,995

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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
• Sail through Isfjorden
• Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
• Marvel at Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring the stunning landscapes of Northwest Spitsbergen National Park and Kvitoya, home to polar bears. Experience the wildlife of Isfjorden, witness the impressive ice cliffs of Austfonna, and conclude your adventure along Spitsbergen’s west coast.

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from $7,070

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Celtic Voyage: The Hebrides and the Irish Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

London - Glasgow - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore London’s vibrant landmarks
• Visit Dover's iconic cliffs
• Discover Cowes' scenic coast
• Wander Canterbury Gothic cathedral

Starts / Ends

London / Glasgow

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, exploring iconic landmarks, historic castles, and scenic coasts around the Irish Sea. Highlights include Dover Castle, the Giant’s Causeway, Tresco Gardens, and the Hebrides before ending near Glasgow.

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from $10,595

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Historical Expedition Cruise "In the Footsteps of Aviation Pioneers"

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Longyearbyen’s history
• Visit remote Ny Alesund
• Navigate icy Kvitoya
• Search for polar bears

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard MV Sea Spirit, tracing the historic routes of legendary explorers while navigating Svalbard’s breathtaking fjords, vast glaciers, and wildlife-rich tundra. From Longyearbyen to remote icy frontiers like Kvitoya and Alkefjellet, witness polar bears, belugas, and seabird colonies.

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from $14,895

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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore Helsinki
• Witness Spitsbergen
• Experience Spitsbergen
• Discover Spitsbergen

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer from Helsinki. Encounter iconic Arctic wildlife and explore diverse terrain under the mesmerizing Arctic sun.

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from $8,695

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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

Roundtrip Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Discover Helsinki’s architecture
• Cruise Arctic fjords
• Marvel at Alkefjellet cliffs
• Explore the 14th of July Glacier

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day Arctic adventure starting in Helsinki and journeying to the remote wilderness of Spitsbergen aboard Ultramarine. Marvel at breathtaking glaciers, search for polar bears, and witness vibrant tundras. This journey includes visits to iconic sites like Alkefjellet, Hinlopen Strait, and the 14th of July Glacier.

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from $10,195

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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

• Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
• Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
• Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
• Experience midnight sun’s glow

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.

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from $22,490

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Italian Treasures: Amalfi Coast, Sicily and Malta

Civitavecchia - Valetta - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Wander Capri’s Piazzetta
• Admire Amalfi’s historic core
• Stroll Ravello’s cliffside gardens
• Discover Lipari’s pastel seafront

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Civitavecchia / Valletta

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

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Variable

Join the Scenic Eclipse II for an 8-day Mediterranean cruise from Civitavecchia to Valetta, exploring southern Italy and Malta. Visit iconic destinations like Capri, Amalfi, and Taormina while immersing yourself in local culture and history.

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from $8,520

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Scottish Archipelagos and the Faroe Islands: Nordic Heritage and Island Identities

Glasgow Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Tobermory’s colorful harbor
• Sail past Shiant Islands
• Visit remote Saint Kilda
• View the Callanish Standing Stones

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Glasgow / Glasgow

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Village Visits

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Sail round-trip from Glasgow on a 10-day expedition cruise to Scotland’s remote Hebrides, Shetland Islands, and the Faroe Islands. Spot puffins, hike wild landscapes, and explore UNESCO-listed St Kilda aboard Le Lyrial.

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from $20,035

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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour with Paul Goldstein

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Hike historic Ytre Norskøya
• Visit remote Kvitøya island
• Spot whales near shelf edge
• Explore Sjuøyane’s wild cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Svalbard’s Arctic landscapes on this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies, whaling sites, and bird cliffs. Cruise along glaciers, search the sea ice for polar bears, and take in the northernmost islands of Sjuøyane before returning to Longyearbyen.

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from $20,035

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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Visit Poolepynten walrus colony
• Cruise near Svitjodbreen glacier
• Search ice edge wildlife
• Explore Hornsund bird cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Photography Seminars

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Join a 10-day Svalbard cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing round-trip from Longyearbyen. Visit Poolepynten’s walrus colony, explore ice edges near Fuglefjorden, and land at sites like Copper Camp and Camp Bell. Discover Hornsund’s bird cliffs and historic huts before returning north through Isfjorden to Longyearbyen.

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from $11,595

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Scotland and Faroes: Isles and Wonders

Aberdeen - Greenock/Glasgow - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova

• Spot puffins on Fair Isle
• Walk through ancient Orkney
• Visit UNESCO-listed St. Kilda
• Admire Staffa’s Fingal’s Cave

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Aberdeen / Glasgow

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Nova through Scotland and the Faroe Islands. Explore rugged coastlines, ancient ruins, and thriving wildlife habitats. Sail to Orkney and the Outer Hebrides, and marvel at prehistoric sites. Visit the UNESCO-listed St. Kilda, hike through Skye’s landscapes, and explore the historic Isle of Iona.

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from $19,055

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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Search icy polar habitats
• See Austfonna ice cap
• Observe Alkefjellet bird cliff
• Visit Ny-Ålesund station

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

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Variable

Explore Svalbard on a 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen. Visit walrus colonies at Poolepynten, glaciers like Bråsvellbreen and Kronebreen, bird cliffs at Alkefjellet, and historical sites such as Sallyhamna and Hamburgbukta. Search for polar bears and wildlife along the ice edge.

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