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Experience the magic of the Northern Lights on one of the 16 extraordinary Northern Lights viewing tours to Greenland with Adventure Life in 2025 or 2026. Sail through the Arctic waters and discover the untouched beauty of Greenland's landscapes, where majestic icebergs and unspoiled fjords await. Witness the awe-inspiring Aurora Borealis as it paints the night sky with vibrant colors, creating a celestial masterpiece above you. Join us on a journey to observe the thriving wildlife, including polar bears in their natural habitat, and immerse yourself in the rich Inuit culture of the region. These tours offer a range of activities such as wildlife viewing, cultural experiences, and opportunities for adventure in the polar wilderness, lasting from . Don't miss the chance to be captivated by the Arctic's raw beauty and unique charm. Prices for these unforgettable Northern Lights tours start at $5,650. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $8,395
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day expedition to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring Iceland's landmarks and Greenland's stunning Scoresby Sund. Experience Inuit culture, witness the Northern Lights, and enjoy whale watching back in Iceland.
  • Explore Westfjord's cultural charm
  • Sail Denmark Strait's wild seas
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s museum
  • Witness auroras in clear skies
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Scoresby Sund
from $17,240
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Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
Starts / Ends
Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Greenland photography cruise to Scoresbysund aboard MV Vikingfjord, capturing the world’s largest fjord system with just 12 photographers and an expert guide. Enjoy pristine wilderness, towering icebergs, and a rare chance to photograph the Northern Lights.
  • Sail Scoresbysund fjords
  • Explore Viking Bay dramatic cliffs
  • Visit Sydkap ancient history
  • Discover Bear Islands vistas
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Colourful houses in winter, Sisimiut
from $18,938
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Greenland Winter Adventure

9 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Ilulissat / Nuuk
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Skiing, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Moderate
Experience the icebergs and islands of Greenland with this captivating 9-day tour in Ilulissat and Sisimiut, ending in Nuuk. Traverse icy waters, marvel at towering icebergs, and immerse yourself in the pristine beauty of Greenland's rugged terrain and rich traditional practices.
  • Sail in the Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Witness the dancing Northern Lights
  • Enjoy a true dog-sledding adventure
  • Take a winter safari in Sisimiut
  • Learn local Greenlandic traditions
  • Sleep in a traditional igloo
  • Visit local artisan workshops
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Northern lights - Aurora borealis
from $11,000
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East and South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen

Longyearbyen - Narsarsuaq - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
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Longyearbyen / Narsarsuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Start your 21-day East and South Greenland Explorer cruise aboard the MV Plancius in Longyearbyen. Explore historic sites, spot minke whales, and sail to Greenland's Foster Bay. Journey through fjords, encountering icebergs, musk oxen, and geese. Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, Tasiilaq, and Norse ruins in Eriksfjord, ending in Narsarsuaq, before flying back to Copenhagen.
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Sail through Foster Bay
  • Traverse Kaiser Franz Josef Fjord
  • Explore Antarctic Sound’s islands
  • Discover Thule dwellings
  • Bathe in Uunartoq’s hot springs
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Enormous tabular icebergs dominate the Arctic landscape
from $8,195
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sea Spirit. Experience stunning fjords, icebergs, and wildlife in Greenland, visit an Inuit village, and enjoy various outdoor activities before returning to Iceland's Westfjords.
  • Explore Hallgrimskirkja landmark
  • Marvel at Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
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Northern lights - Aurora borealis
from $16,150
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Ultimate East and South Greenland Discovery

Longyearbyen - Keflavik - 30 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Keflavik International Airport
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Northern Lights, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
This 30-day MV Plancius Arctic cruise takes you through Greenland’s stunning fjords, where you can see polar bears, musk oxen, and whales in the wild. Along the way, visit old Norse ruins, hike through colorful tundra, relax in hot springs surrounded by icebergs, and watch the northern lights glow in the night sky.
  • Whale watching in Isfjorden
  • Visit ancient Norse settlements
  • Glacier Zodiac cruise adventure
  • Sail through breathtaking fjords
  • Witness the northern lights
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Polar bear in the Arctic
from $9,795
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Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on this 11-day Arctic adventure aboard Ultramarine starting in Reykjavik and explore Northeast Greenland’s rugged fjords and remote landscapes. Spot muskoxen, sail through ice-filled waters, and interact with Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises and a chance to witness the Northern Lights. End your journey back in Reykjavik with unforgettable Arctic memories.
  • Cruise the Denmark Strait
  • Explore Northeast Greenland’s fjord
  • Interact with Inuit communities
  • Visit Kong Oscar Fjords and Ella
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A towering iceberg
from $12,295
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Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day Under the Northern Lights from Reykjavik and back aboard Ultramarine. Explore the rugged Westfjords, sail to Northeast Greenland’s stunning fjords, and visit Ittoqqortoormiit, Greenland’s northernmost community. Witness puffins, muskoxen, and whales explore ancient Thule settlements and marvel at the Scoresbysund fjord system.
  • Explore Iceland's Westfjords
  • Cruise Látrabjarg’s bird cliffs
  • Witness Greenland's Scoresbysund
  • See muskoxen in Northeast Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
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Hiking in the vast Arctic landscape
from $15,995
EBD 25%
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador aboard Exploris One from Greenland to Newfoundland, uncovering stunning fjords, Inuit heritage, Viking history, and diverse wildlife. Expect Zodiac excursions, expert-led hikes, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful regions.
  • Witness the northern lights
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Discover the Torngats’ beauty
  • Spot wildlife along Arctic coast
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Surfacing Humpback Whales
from $5,650
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Akureyri - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Ortelius, exploring East Greenland’s stunning landscapes and wildlife. Witness towering icebergs, spot polar bears and narwhals, and experience the magic of the Northern Lights.
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore glaciated Volquart Boons
  • Cruise past Vikingebugt icebergs
  • Witness magical Northern Lights
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Northern Lights near Tromso, Norway
from $21,595
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Northern Lights Explorer

Tromso - Reykjavik - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Tromso / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 18-day cruise from Tromso to Reykjavik aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring remote islands and villages along Norway, Iceland, and Greenland’s coastlines. Witness the northern lights and enjoy highlights like hiking the Westfjords, the Dynjandi waterfall, and exploring Scoresbysund’s vast fjord system.
  • Explore Tromso's Arctic Wonders
  • Witness Northern Lights show
  • Walk through Torsken village
  • Discover Greenland's icy fjords
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
from $9,995
EBD 20%
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Heart of the Arctic

Kangerlussuaq - Iqaluit, NU - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Iqaluit
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day Heart of the Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Nova. Explore dramatic fjords, witness calving glaciers, and cross the Arctic Circle under the northern lights. Visit communities like Nuuk, Kinngait, and Salluit, where Inuit traditions thrive. Cruise by Zodiac to remote islands teeming with polar bears, walruses, and seabirds.
  • Sail through stunning fjords
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Spot polar bears ands whales
  • Discover Viking history
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $7,750
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Northeast Greenland Extreme - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Akureyri
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Akureyri aboard the MV Hondius, venture to the far reaches of Northeast Greenland, navigating loose sea ice to spot whales, seabirds, and polar bears in this remote Arctic journey. Discover historic sites, breathtaking fjords, tundra wildlife, and the Northern Lights.
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s history
  • Explore Isle de France’s sites
  • Visit Dove Bugt’s untouched shores
  • Experience Sabine Ø’s historic site
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Sailing beneath the dancing northern lights
from $12,995
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Autumn Northern Lights

Greenland to Nova Scotia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
Starts / Ends
Nuuk / Halifax
Activities
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Sail from Greenland to Nova Scotia aboard the Ocean Albatros on this 15-day Arctic cruise tracing the footsteps of Norse explorers under the dazzling northern lights. Explore Nuuk's colorful fjords and glaciers, the rugged beauty of Baffin Island, the forested coastlines of Labrador, and Newfoundland's vibrant shores.
  • Admire Kangaamiut’s scenic charm
  • Explore wonders of Greenland
  • Witness northern lights
  • Explore Baffin Island’s shores
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $11,995
EBD 20%
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure cruise from Greenland to Newfoundland aboard the Ocean Nova, sailing through majestic fjords, historic sites, and breathtaking Arctic landscapes. Visit the Viking settlement at L’Anse aux Meadows and experience warm Newfoundland hospitality in remote coastal villages.
  • Cruise through Kangerlussuaq Fjord
  • Explore Nuuk’s cultural sites
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • See Torngat Mountains National Park
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Magnificent vistas at Kong Oscar Fjord
from $12,695
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Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 11-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik on the Ocean Explorer. Explore Greenland's diverse landscapes and culture and witness icebergs. Have a chance to see the Northern Lights and visit historic Thule sites.
  • Experience Arctic
  • Discover Northeast Greenland
  • Sail across Denmark Strait
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
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