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Late summer in West Greenland
from $5,395
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Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the Vikings

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuatsiaq - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Search for whales
  • Discover Greenland’s beauty
  • Get close to glaciers
  • Wander the streets of Nuuk
  • Experience the village life
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
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Board the Ocean Endeavour to follow in the footsteps of the Vikings on this exceptional 13-day expedition cruise across the Arctic region. Depart from Reykjavík towards Greenland as you trek across glaciers and mountains, navigate around icebergs in Zodiacs, learn about the local culture of the fishing villages, and search for the hardy wildlife.
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
from $6,099
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Ring Around Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Harpa Concert Hall
  • Visit Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
  • Experience culture of Isafjordur
  • Explore streets in Seydisfjordur
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 8-day Reykjavik roundtrip cruise aboard World Traveller and explore Iceland's captivating landscapes. Spot puffins along the shoreline and immerse yourself in the country's natural wonders for an unforgettable journey.
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Explore Reykjavik on your Arctic voyage
from $3,680
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Ocean Voyage: Brest - Reykjavik

Brest - Reykjavik - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Take a dip at the Blue Lagoon
  • Visit Oskjuhlid hill museum
  • Discover Oceanopolis center
  • Explore Chateau de Brest Museum
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Brest / Reykjavik
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Urban Exploration
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On this 5-day ocean voyage, discover the majestic harbor of Brest and enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik's lush, green surroundings. Enjoy this crossing aboard Le Commandant Charcot without ports of call, alongside naturalists who share their knowledge of the polar regions. 
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
from $29,222
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Tastes of Discovery: Circumnavigating Iceland & Crossing the Arctic Circle

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Explore Reykjavik’s Nordic charm
  • Step into history on Flatey
  • Discover Vigur Island wildlife
  • Enjoy interactive cooking
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Cooking Classes
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Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Scenic Eclipse, exploring Iceland's stunning glaciers, volcanoes, and vibrant culture. Enjoy a unique culinary experience with Top Chef Masters Bryan Voltaggio while discovering breathtaking landscapes.
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Exploring Greenland
from $19,695
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Sail the waters of East Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Discover Svalbard’s fjords
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant cityscape
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Oslo to Reykjavik. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.
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A caribou antler found while exploring Baffin Island
from $18,571
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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Cross the Denmark Strait
  • Spot wildlife in Davis Strait
  • Discover Newfoundland’s fjords
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Embark on a 15-day Arctic adventure from Iceland to Newfoundland. Explore Reykjavík and Flatey Island, cross the Denmark Strait, and cruise through Greenland's stunning fjords. Visit Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows, witness breathtaking Arctic wildlife, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Labrador Coast.
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Ittoqqortoormiit Village, Greenland
from $7,595
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Complete East Greenland

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Denmark Strait
  • Experience Kuummiut
  • Witness Ikateq
  • Explore Reykjavik
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 12-day cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover the remote landscapes of East Greenland, explore its breathtaking coasts, and encounter the region's unique beauty and diversity.
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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
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore glaciated Volquart Boons
  • Cruise past Vikingebugt icebergs
  • Witness magical Northern Lights
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Scuba Diving, Northern Lights
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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.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $15,695
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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Marvel at East Greenland
  • Explore Svalbard
  • Discover West Fjords of Iceland
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Photography Seminars, Adventure Options, Kayaking
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Join this 14-day cruise on the MV Sea Spirit from Reykjavik, experiencing vibrant culture and Icelandic cuisine. Sail through Faxafloi, spotting whales, then explore remote West Fjords, East Greenland, and Svalbard, ending in Longyearbyen.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $16,980
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Canadian Arctic & Northern Lights

17 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Iluissat, a UNESCO Site
  • Visit charming Sisimiut
  • Admire Nuuk’s natural beauty
  • Hike Silvia Grinnell Park
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
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Kangerlussuaq / Halifax
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Join the SH Vega for a 17-day Northern Canada Discovery cruise to learn the cultures, art, and wildlife of the magical Arctic while exploring its stunning landscapes. Start at Kangerlussuaq, Greenland and cruise all the way to Halifax, Nova Scotia.
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Houses of Greenland
from $27,810
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Northeast Greenland's Unexplored Sea Ice

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Discover Blosseville
  • Cross Denmark Strait
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Fishing
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This 15-day cruise offers a unique opportunity to explore Greenland's northeast coast, one of the most remote regions in the Far North. Take the time to explore the coasts of Blosseville, Ittoqqortoormiit, and Greenland's northeast.
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A polar bear wanders onto an iceberg in Greenland
from $11,680
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Greenland In Depth

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Learn history of the Arctic people
  • Admire the sparkling icebergs
  • Capture huge narwhal pods
  • Explore turbulent history Vikings
  • Marvel at Sirmilik National Park
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
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Explore on a 12-day Greenland discovery cruise aboard SH Vega. Learn more about the way of life in West Greenland.
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Arctic puffins
from $10,095
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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Reykjavik’s lively streets
  • Discover Westfjords’ rugged fjords
  • Cruise Scoresby Sund’s vast fjords
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s village
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join this 14-day cruise on the MV Sea Spirit from Reykjavik, experiencing vibrant culture and Icelandic cuisine. Sail through Faxafloi, spotting whales, then explore remote West Fjords, East Greenland, and Svalbard, ending in Longyearbyen.
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Beautiful Toronto Skyline
from $14,720
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Exploration from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
  • Sail through Prins Christian Sund
  • Visit quaint Aappilattoq village
  • Marvel at Kujalleq Glacier
  • Admire colorful Saint John’s
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Reykjavik / Toronto
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Join a 16-day expedition aboard Le Bellot, sailing from Iceland to Canada through the stunning landscapes of Greenland. Explore Viking history and vibrant islands, and enjoy whale watching before visiting Montreal and concluding in Toronto via the scenic Saint Lawrence River.
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Vatnajokull glacier. Largest Icelandic glacier.
from $18,400
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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Meet Iceland’s people & culture
  • Actively explore Iceland's coasts
  • Experience Iceland’s unique geology
  • Travel with an expert team
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
See glaciers, geysers, thunderous waterfalls, and enormous cliffs as well as geothermal pools, boiling mud, and lava-scapes on this 10-day active Iceland cruise on the National Geographic Endurance . To get a taste of Icelandic culture, visit Reykjavk, Lake Mvatn, Hásavk, Siglufjördur, and Akureyri.
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The Northern Lights, Kirkjufell Iceland
from $11,449
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Polar Eclipse Quest

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Harpa Concert Hall
  • Explore Perlan’s exhibitions
  • Witness solar eclipse at sea
  • Visit Kirkjufell Mountain
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day journey through Iceland and Greenland aboard World Navigator. Explore Patreksfjörður’s stunning landscapes and charming pubs. Witness a solar eclipse at sea. Discover Ittoqqortoormiit and visit Grundarfjörður’s Kirkjufell Mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall.
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Stunning views from your zodiac cruise
from $7,450
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe massive icebergs
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Variable
This 14-day Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breath-taking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are home to seals, seabirds, whales, and polar bears, topped off with nighttime viewing of the Northern Lights.
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Hiking
from $35,660
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In the Ice of the Arctic, from Greenland to Svalbard

Reykjavík - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Discover the Nordaustlandet
  • Explore Søraust-Svalbard Nature
  • Sail through Hinlopen Strait
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Hiking, Skiing
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Variable
Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 17-day cruise exploring the north-east of Greenland, inaccessible to traditional ships in early summer, before cruising to Svalbard and its untouched landscapes.
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