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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $11,595
EBD $2000
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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Navigate Svalbard fjords
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
  • View calving glaciers
  • Discover migratory birds
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Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Start in Helsinki before flying to Longyearbyen to board Ocean Explorer for an 11-day journey through Svalbard’s spring environments. Travel through fjords, sea ice, and coastal areas while observing Arctic wildlife, glaciers, and shifting light. Return to Helsinki after exploring a wide range of remote and seasonal landscapes.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $7,795
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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
  • Sail from Leith’s historic port
  • Walk Torshavn’s colorful streets
  • Cruise past Svalbard’s icy fjords
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Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen on the Sea Spirit, exploring Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle's volcanic landscapes and Svalbard's pristine wilderness with expert-led excursions and breathtaking scenery.
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The night lights of Akureyri
from $9,695
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Land of Fjords & Epic Waterfalls

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • Visit Dynjandi Waterfall
  • Discover Grímsey Island
  • See Lake Mývatn
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Iceland expedition aboard Sea Spirit from Reykjavík. Explore Snæfellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, Akureyri, Lake Mývatn, Seyðisfjörður, and Vestmannaeyjar. See waterfalls, glaciers, volcanic landscapes, seabirds, and local villages while sailing Iceland’s remote coasts.
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Discover the rich history of Edinburgh
from $9,595
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North Atlantic Wonders

Edinburgh - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Edinburgh historic streets
  • Visit Bass Rock colony
  • Tour Kirkwall and Orkney
  • Explore Torshavn Viking heritage
Starts / Ends
Edinburgh / Reykjavik
Activities
Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 14-day cruise aboard Sea Spirit from Edinburgh to Reykjavík. Visit Bass Rock, Isle of May, Kirkwall, Fair Isle, Faroe Islands, Seyðisfjörður, Djúpivogur, Vestmannaeyjar, and Snæfellsnes Peninsula. See wildlife, volcanic landscapes, waterfalls, historic villages, and Iceland’s geothermal pools while exploring the Faroe Islands and Iceland.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $7,875
Save $1500
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Iceland and British Isles Cruise

Reykjavik to Dublin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Puffins on Heimaey Island
  • Visit Torshavn's old quarter
  • Giant’s Causeway early access
  • Reykjavik cultural city tour
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Reykjavik / Dublin
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard SH Diana and journey through Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Scotland, and Ireland. Visit puffin colonies, Viking sites, fjords, castles, and dramatic coastlines before ending in Dublin. Discover natural wonders, rich cultures, and remote communities on this immersive exploration.
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Brilliant tulips growing near Amsterdam
from $8,390
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Tulips & the Rhine

Amsterdam to Zurich - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Luna
  • Visit Keukenhof Tulip Gardens
  • Tour Strasbourg Neustadt District
  • Explore Ehrenbreitstein Fortress
  • Bike Around Breisach
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Amsterdam / Zurich
Activities
Biking, Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on the Rhine River on an 8-day Emerald Luna cruise from Amsterdam to Zurich. Explore tulip gardens, medieval towns, and cultural landmarks across the Netherlands, Germany, and Switzerland. Enjoy guided tours, excursions, and scenic cruising for a complete experience of the Rhine’s historic and picturesque waterways.
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A polar bear climbs glacial ice in the Arctic
from $6,495
EBD $2000
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Spitsbergen Highlights: Wildlife Capital of the Arctic

Helsinki Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki’s Design District
  • Witness Lilliehook Glacier calving
  • Photograph Monaco Glacier icebergs
  • Discover historic Smeerenburg settl
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Helsinki / Helsinki
Activity Level
Variable
Experience an 8-day Arctic expedition aboard Ultramarine from Helsinki to Longyearbyen. Explore glaciers, fjords, and wildlife in Svalbard. Visit historic whaling settlements, photograph towering cliffs and icebergs, and enjoy guided Zodiac excursions, Finnish saunas, and vibrant city experiences in Helsinki.
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Edinburgh city in winter from Calton hill, Scotland, UK
from $6,495
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Wild Islands & Lands of Legends

Roundtrip Edinburgh - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Edinburgh's historic street
  • Tour Kirkwall's medieval treasures
  • Admire Fair Isle's rugged beauty
  • Discover Lerwick's rich heritage
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Edinburgh / Edinburgh
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, beginning in Edinburgh and traveling to the Orkney Islands to explore historic sites and natural beauty. Experience the rugged charm of Fair Isle, Lerwick's heritage, and the stunning landscapes of the Faroe Islands, which are filled with Viking history and seabird colonies.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $7,000
Save $1500
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Exploring Svalbard Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Spot wild polar bears
  • Cruise icy Arctic fjords
  • Visit Longyearbyen
  • Observe whales in Arctic waters
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Travel through Svalbard on a guided 9-day Arctic cruise aboard SH Diana. Depart from Longyearbyen and explore fjords, glaciers, and tundra while spotting polar bears, walruses, and arctic foxes. Cruise on a small polar ship built for ice navigation, offering close-up access to remote wildlife habitats and dramatic scenery within the Arctic Circle.
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Spitsbergen zodiac
from $6,000
EBD 10%
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Visit Krossfjorden’s glaciers
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s settlement
  • Spot wildlife in Bellsund
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. On this expedition, cruise around Spitsbergen’s icy North Atlantic waters, offering chances to see whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and polar bears.
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Pastel homes on Isle of Skye
from $8,440
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Mythical islands and wild landscapes of the Hebrides

Glasgow Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Visit Lunga to see puffins and seal
  • Hike near Loch Coruisk
  • Spot historical sites and seabirds
  • Portree harbor views
Starts / Ends
Glasgow / Glasgow
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark in Glasgow and sail Scotland’s Hebrides on a 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain. Explore the Treshnish Isles, Skye’s Loch Scavaig, Canna, Callanish Stones, Ullapool, Portree, and Tobermory. Spot puffins, seals, and seabirds, and learn local history in museums and cultural centers
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Cross the River Liffey while exploring Dublin
from $5,390
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Wonders of the Celtic shores

Dublin Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Dublin’s Temple Bar
  • Visit Rothesay’s historic castle
  • Walk Liverpool’s UNESCO waterfront
  • Kiss the Blarney Stone
Starts / Ends
Dublin / Dublin
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse departs from Dublin and visits key ports including Rothesay on the Isle of Bute, Douglas on the Isle of Man, Liverpool, Holyhead in Wales, Bantry in Ireland, and Cobh. Experience historic castles, Victorian architecture, coastal towns, cultural museums, and scenic harbors throughout the journey.
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Back of a large bowhead whale on the surface of the Arctic Sea
from $6,000
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North Spitsbergen Explorer – Into the Pack Ice – Polar Bear & Whale

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Longyearbyen town
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
  • Sail near Monaco Glacier and observ
  • Spot polar bears & whales
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day North Spitsbergen Expedition aboard the MV Plancius, sailing deep into the Arctic pack ice and remote northern Svalbard. Explore Longyearbyen, Raudfjord, and Monaco Glacier while watching for polar bears, walruses, whales, and seabirds in their natural Arctic habitat.
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Spot whales in Arctic waters
from $8,350
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Around Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • See stark countryside plant species
  • Spot minke whales
  • Visit Alkhornet
  • Sail through Fuglefjorden
  • Whalers' tracks, Basque ovens
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through Svalbard on a 15-day voyage with the Rembrandt van Rijn, starting in Longyearbyen. Explore historic mining towns, spot Arctic wildlife, and sail through picturesque fjords. Highlights include the Svalbard Museum, Isfjorden, Trygghamna, and Bellsund, with opportunities to see minke whales, polar bears, and reindeer.
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Flateyjarkirkja church and couple of living houses with meadow in foreground and blue sky, Flatey, Iceland
from $4,500
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Northwest Iceland Explorer - Into the pack ice

Keflavik - Akureyri - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Discover Flatey’s charming village
  • Look for amazing Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Arnarstapi’s stunning cliffs
  • See Isafjordur’s eider farms
Starts / Ends
Keflavik International Airport / Akureyri
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Keflavik to Akureyri aboard the MV Hondius. Step into the realm of Norse legends and rugged coastlines as you sail from Iceland, crossing the Arctic Circle and encountering sea ice where seals, whales, and perhaps a polar bear await.
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North Spitsbergen Polar Bear
from $4,500
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Wander Longyearbyen charming street
  • Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
  • Sail Isfjorden scenic waters
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring northern Spitsbergen’s stunning landscapes, from vast sea ice to dramatic coastlines. Enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, including whales and polar bears, scenic landings, and coastal hikes.
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Puffins on the Latrabjarg Cliffs
from $4,800
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Northwest Iceland Explorer - Into the Greenland Sea Ice

Keflavik - Akureyri - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Spot whales near Keflavik
  • Sail Iceland’s dramatic fjords
  • Encounter Greenland Sea Ice
  • Spot whales at sea
Starts / Ends
Keflavik International Airport / Akureyri
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
On this 8-day Arctic voyage aboard MV Plancius, you sail from Iceland’s dramatic fjords in Keflavik, cross the Arctic Circle, encounter Greenland Sea Ice with opportunities to spot whales, seals, seabirds, and even polar bears before concluding in Akureyri.
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Travelers find a walrus on a zodiac trip through the arctic.
from $3,250
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South Spitsbergen, Bear Island & Mainland Norway - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore South Spitsbergen fjords
  • Zodiac excursions in Hornsund
  • Discover Bear Island wildlife
  • Northern Lights viewing nights
  • Watch for whales at sea
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Tromso
Activities
Northern Lights, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6‑day Arctic expedition aboard MV Hondius from Longyearbyen to Tromso, exploring South Spitsbergen’s glaciers and fjords, visiting remote Bear Island, watching for whales and seabirds, and chasing the Northern Lights under polar skies
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