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Embark on a journey to the vibrant city of Reykjavik, where the majestic dance of whales beckons the curious and the adventurous. With 61 meticulously curated whale-watching tours for 2025, Reykjavik serves as a gateway to the awe-inspiring spectacle of marine life in its natural habitat. Here, you can witness the gentle giants of the ocean in a setting that is as dramatic as it is serene. Over the course of 7 to 25 days, you will have the opportunity to marvel at these magnificent creatures, while also exploring the geological wonders that make Iceland a land of fire and ice. From the thundering waterfalls to the tranquil fjords, each day promises a symphony of natural wonders. With a starting point of $2,943, immerse yourself in an unforgettable whale-watching experience that also offers hiking, village visits, and the chance to capture the Northern Lights. To set sail on a voyage that will stir your soul and awaken your sense of wonder, contact one of Adventure Life's Reykjavik specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
from $7,170
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore iconic sites in Iceland
  • Explore North Atlantic landscapes
  • See incredible Arctic wildlife
  • Visit fishing villages and terrains
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 8-day Iceland cruise from Reykjavik, exploring the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Golden Circle, and Godafoss waterfalls. Sail through fjords, waterfalls, fishing villages, and volcanic landscapes—Discover Iceland’s wildlife. The waters teem with marine life, including humpback whales and orcas, offering unforgettable encounters.
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The night lights of Akureyri
from $6,990
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Cruise volcanic island of Surtsey
  • Visit Heimaey’s lava fields
  • Visit scenic Eyjafjordur fjord
  • Experience Westfjords fishing herit
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Sail Iceland’s wild coast on an 8-day cruise aboard L' L'Austral. Discover Reykjavík’s landmarks, sail around Surtsey, explore Heimaey’s bird cliffs, walk lava craters near Grundarfjordur, visit Akureyri’s Godafoss, and explore Ísafjörður’s fjords. Spot puffins and Arctic landscapes while experiencing Icelandic history and culture.
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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
from $8,690
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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
  • Visit Isafjordur picturesque fjord
  • Wander Akureyri’s colorful streets
  • Discover Heimaey’s volcanic island
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Explore Iceland’s stunning west coast on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, and geysers. Highlights include Reykjavík’s colorful charm, Grimsey’s seabird colonies, Akureyri’s geothermal wonders, and the iconic Golden Circle or whale-watching adventures.
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Coastal village in the arctic
from $14,195
EBD $2000
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Iceland Circumnavigation: Mountains, Volcanoes and Waterfalls

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Iceland’s remote Westfjords
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Discover Vatnajokull’s glaciers
  • Encounter Westman Islands wildlife
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Village Visits
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Embark on a 12-day Icelandic voyage aboard Ultramarine, beginning and ending in Reykjavik. Explore the dramatic Westfjords, cross the Arctic Circle in Northern Iceland, and experience East Iceland’s majestic fjords. Visit the Westman Islands, see glaciers, volcanoes, and puffins, and witness the country’s incredible geological diversity.
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Waterfalls in Iceland
from $9,395
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Iceland: Into the Westfjords

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Reykjavik's culture
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Discover Thingeyri's Viking history
  • Spot puffins at Vigur
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Reykjavik / Akureyri
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Set sail on a 7-day cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sylvia Earle, discovering Iceland's breathtaking landscapes and rich history. Explore the remote Westfjords, where nature hikes, whale watching, and encounters with Atlantic puffins await amidst waterfalls, lava fields, and verdant valleys.
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Waterfall Skogafoss in South Iceland
from $2,943
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Discover Iceland

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Visit the Golden Circle
  • Enjoy Dalvík
  • Circumnavigate Ring Road
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Urban Exploration
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Relaxed
Explore the best of Iceland on this 8-day tour, covering Reykjavik and the highlights along the famed Ring Road. Visit a shimmering glacier, spouting geysers, incredible volcanoes, and stunning waterfalls, and go whale watching in the north.
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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
  • Explore Westfjord's cultural charm
  • Sail Denmark Strait's wild seas
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit’s museum
  • Witness auroras in clear skies
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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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.
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
from $13,995
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Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Spot puffins at Latrabjarg
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Cruise around Skjalfandi Bay
  • Visit Seydisfjordur’s timber houses
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Iceland's glaciers, volcanoes, and Westfjords. Visit Grimsey Island, Seydisfjordur, and Heimay with expert guides.
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A photographer capturing the stunning landscape of Greenland, known for its dramatic mountainous terrain and glaciers
from $16,195
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Iceland & East Greenland: Through the Lens Photography

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Photograph bubbling geysers
  • Capture Dynjandi Falls
  • Sail the vast Scoresbysund fjord
  • Admire Gullfoss Waterfalls
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 11-day photography expedition in East Greenland and Iceland’s Westfjords aboard the Sylvia Earle, guided by expert photographers. Capture stunning Arctic landscapes, wildlife, and dramatic icebergs while exploring fjords and cliffs, perfect for all skill levels.
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Exploring Greenland
from $9,124
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Arctic Edges: Iceland Westfjords to East Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Djupavík’s historic herring
  • See calving tidewater glaciers
  • Discover Skagafjorour’s saga herita
  • Visit Vigur Island’s puffins
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Sail round-trip from Reykjavik on an 8-day Arctic adventure aboard National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Westfjords, Skagafjorour, and East Greenland’s glaciers and fjords. Encounter whales, puffins, and seals, visit historic fishing towns, hike to waterfalls, and immerse yourself in the region’s cultural heritage and natural beauty.
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View of a glacier in Greenland
from $15,595
EBD $2000
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Northeast Greenland: Glaciers and Fjords

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Visit Segelsällskäbets Fjord
  • Cruise scenic Alpefjord
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Discover Kong Oscar Fjord’s rugged
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Whale Watching, Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavík to Northeast Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore striking fjords, rugged cliffs, Arctic wildlife, and remote Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises, scenic sailings across the Denmark Strait, and memorable moments in some of the Arctic’s most dramatic landscapes.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $19,769
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Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Northeast Greenland N. Park
  • Look out for unique widllife
  • Visit Scoresbysund
  • Observe Northern Lights displays
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard National Geographic Endurance to explore Iceland’s wild west coast. Discover towering bird cliffs, wildflower meadows, serene coves, and majestic waterfalls. Follow Viking routes and encounter Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies.
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The blue lagoon in Iceland
from $7,560
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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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Traditional Colourful Houses
from $20,250
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Inuit Spring of Ammassalik

Reykjavík - Reykjavík - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Meet the Inuit people
  • Join the dog sled activity
  • Sail to eastern coast of Greenland
  • Explore Ammassalik
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Skiing
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Embark on this 11-day cruise aboard Le Commandant Charcot, exploring the hypnotic and icy landscapes of the Ammassalik and Blosseville regions.
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First views of Baffin Island
from $16,990
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Baffin Island: Exploring Canada’s Wild Arctic Frontier

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore rugged Baffin fjords
  • Search iconic Arctic wildlife
  • Cruise scenic Nuuk coastline
  • Navigate the remote Davis Strait
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Kayaking
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Sail from Reykjavík to Canada’s High Arctic on a 13-day expedition aboard National Geographic Resolution. Navigate Baffin Island’s fjords, search for wildlife, and explore remote landscapes shaped by ice, cliffs, and ancient culture. The flexible route maximizes time in glaciers, bays, and rugged coastal terrain.
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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
  • Explore Iceland's Westfjords
  • Cruise Látrabjarg’s bird cliffs
  • Witness Greenland's Scoresbysund
  • See muskoxen in Northeast Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Northern Lights
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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.
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Witness the Total Solar Eclipse
from $28,595
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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Witness total solar eclipse
  • Explore seldom-visited Westfjords
  • Cruise massive Scoresby Sund
  • Spot muskoxen and Arctic foxes
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
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Sail from Reykjavik, Iceland, to Greenland on a 17-day cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer. Discover the unspoiled beauty of Iceland’s Westfjords, navigate the vast Scoresby Sund—the world’s largest fjord system—and witness a rare total solar eclipse from a prime viewing location along the path of totality.
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Whale Watching off the coast of Reykjavik in Iceland
from $32,522
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Iceland, Greenland & Crossing the Arctic Circle

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Explore Reykjavik’s Nordic charm
  • Stroll Isafjordur Old Town
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Cross Grimsey Island
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Iceland to Greenland, exploring volcanic landscapes, charming towns, and rich Nordic culture aboard the Scenic Eclipse. Experience breathtaking fjords, Arctic wildlife, and the remote beauty of Greenland's Scoresbysund region.
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