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Experience the enchanting beauty of Iceland with Adventure Life's array of 70 small ship cruises for 2024. Sail through the land of ice and fire on an epic expedition to discover the majestic volcanoes, cascading waterfalls, and bubbling springs of this magical destination. From the spectacular landscapes of Snæfellsnes National Park to the bird and whale paradise, every moment aboard is a breathtaking adventure. Join us on a cruise journey that will take you across the Arctic Circle, allowing you to step into the Arctic wonderland of Bakkagerdi and immerse yourself in the beauty of Iceland's wild west coast to East Greenland. Engage in wildlife viewing, village visits, and urban exploration while marveling at the stunning Arctic scenery of this incredible region. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the heart of Iceland and Greenland, book your adventure today and contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Vatnajokull glacier. Largest Icelandic glacier.
$11,285
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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Meet Iceland’s people & culture
  • Actively explore Iceland's coasts
  • Experience Iceland’s unique geology
  • Travel with an expert team
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Iceland’s geology in all its manifestations is world-class: glaciers, thundering waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs, boiling mud pots, and rock and lava-scapes of unearthly beauty. It alone makes a circumnavigation a very compelling idea. But when you add in components like …
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Puffins on the Latrabjarg Cliffs
$6,255
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Wild Iceland Escape

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
  • Soak in geothermal hot springs,
  • Discover Westfjords' biodiversity
  • Watch out for humpback whales
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover why Iceland is known as the “land of fire and ice” on a voyage to the remote fjords and volcanic isles along the country's western coast. Venture across the stark landscape of an island formed by volcanic eruptions, where the ground is still warmed by geothermal …
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Godafoss, One of the most famous waterfalls in Iceland.
$10,980
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Iceland in Depth

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Discover Dynjandi Waterfall
  • Experience Isafjordur
  • Visit Vigur Island
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise through Icelandic landscapes aboard the SH Diana. Discover Reykjavik's iconic sights, Thingvellir National Park, and Dynjandi Waterfall. Visit Isafjordur, Vigur Island, Grimsey Island, and Akureyri. Experience Seydisfjordur's vibrant culture and Djupivogur's …
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Scattered houses of Tromso
$4,160
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Ocean Voyage: Reykjavík - Tromso

6 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Sail on Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Reykjavík's panoramic views
  • Discover Tromsø
  • Engage in onboard lectures
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Tromso
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Set off on a 6-day cruise from Reykjavík to Tromso aboard Le Commandant Charcot, a polar exploration ship.It can sail into icy waters, unlike regular boats. Equipped with oceanographic and scientific equipment chosen by experts, you can also participate in talks by specialists and assist …
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Vatnajokull glacier. Largest Icelandic glacier.
$18,400
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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Iceland’s geology in all its manifestations is world-class: glaciers, thundering waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs, boiling mud pots, and rock and lava-scapes of unearthly beauty. It alone makes a circumnavigation a very compelling idea. But when you add in components like …
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
$9,899
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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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a captivating 8-day cruise through Iceland. Start in Reykjavík, admiring its colorful houses and modern architecture at the Harpa Concert Hall. Explore Grundarfjordur, with its majestic Kirkjufell mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Discover the culture and beauty of …
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
$3,500
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Northeast Iceland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Hike & Sail - Incl. Bus back up

7 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore East Iceland
  • Experience Northeast Iceland
  • Discover Húsavík and Whales
  • Explore the Arctic Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Egilsstaðir
Activities:
Hiking, Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 7-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn in October. Although this expedition may pose some challenges due to the weather and sea conditions, it presents a unique opportunity to explore the most remote regions of Iceland, with reduced tourism activity. Be prepared for cold winds, …
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View of Reykjavik from the Church Tower
$11,299
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Iceland Circumnavigation

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Discover Grundarfjörður
  • Experience Dynjandi
  • Visit Siglufjörður
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture through Iceland's captivating landscapes. Begin in Reykjavík, known for its Viking heritage and vibrant culture. Explore Grundarfjörður's charming village and marvel at Mt. Kirkjufell. Continue to Patreksfjörður …
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View of Reykjavik from the Church Tower
$11,395
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Four Arctic Islands: Spitsbergen, Jan Mayen, Greenland and Iceland

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Adventurer
  • Explore the four Arctic Islands
  • Immerse in icy realm of the Arctic
  • Search for iconic arctic wildlife
  • Visit a remote Inuit community
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 18-day itinerary gives a generous sampling of the four unique Arctic regions. This voyage is ideal for first-time visitors who want a taste of everything the Arctic has to offer. Beginning in Iceland, your adventure takes you to the Denmark Strait, renowned for its stunning scenery and …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$19,195
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Northern Lights Explorer

Kirkenes to Reykjavik - 19 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Discover Vega Island
  • Explore Greenland’s Scoresbysund
  • Visit Iceland’s remote Westfjords
  • Witness Aurora Borealis
Starts / Ends:
Kirkenes / Iceland
Activities:
Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join Greg Mortimer on this 19-day Northern Lights adventure from Kirkenes to Reykjavik. Start your cruise in the far north of the nation at North Cape. Travel to the south, stopping at the Lofoten Islands and Mount Torghatten, known for the hole in its middle. Enjoy a Zodiac trip through the …
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
$8,931
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Circumnavigating Iceland: The Land of Elves, Sagas, and Volcanoes

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • See Snæfellsnes National Park
  • Enjoy hikes to waterfalls
  • Go whale-watching near Husavik
  • Step across the Arctic Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Heimaey Island
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover remote fishing villages, spectacular bird colonies and the picturesque fjords, lakes and mountain peaks of Iceland, the land of ice and fire on this 11-day circumnavigation cruise aboard MS Fram. Depart from the vibrant city of Reykjavik, a modern city with fascinating natural and cultural …
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The Northern Lights, Kirkjufell Iceland
$19,399
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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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day adventure through Iceland and Greenland aboard World Navigator. Begin in Reykjavik, where you can visit the Harpa Concert Hall and explore Perlan’s exhibitions. Continue to Patreksfjörður in the Westfjords to walk along Rauðisandur beach and see the Dynjandi …
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Surfacing Humpback Whales
$4,600
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Akureyri - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • View colossal icebergs
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Watch for Arctic seabirds
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Ortelius in East Greenland, embracing the wonders of Scoresby Sund and the Aurora Borealis. Witness diverse wildlife like fulmars, kittiwakes, and gannets while sailing north. Encounter icebergs near Brewster and explore the glaciated Volquart Boons Kyst. Take Zodiac …
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Visit Neolithic sites of the Orkney islands
$10,399
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Iceland to the North Sea

Reykjavik to Dublin - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Marvel at Belfast
  • Discover wonders of Tórshavn
  • Marvel at the Stornoway
  • Explore Isafjörður
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Dublin
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a remarkable 9-day cruise aboard World Traveller, where you'll discover the breathtaking beauty and rich culture of Iceland, Denmark, the UK, and Ireland. Begin in Reykjavik, with its charming colorful houses and unique modern architecture. Explore Isafjörður, a hidden …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$15,140
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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
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the route of early Viking explorers and discover a region of epic ice home to the Arctic’s iconic creatures: polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies. We will also be on the lookout for the Northern Lights along Greenland and Iceland at this time of year. Actively explore …
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The night lights of Akureyri
$4,600
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Spot wildlife during your cruise
  • Discover Scoresbysund
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Enjoy a unique iceberg attraction
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
East Greenland – Scoresby Sund cruise crosses the Arctic Circle into the home waters of multiple species of whale. The expedition will spot huge icebergs as it journeys into the largest and deepest fjord system in the world. Along the way the Northern Lights are guiding our way.
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
$20,265
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Coastal Wonders of Norway, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore secluded inlets by kayak
  • Encounter the Bronze Age ruins
  • Explore the culture of Faroe Island
  • Observe nesting seabirds
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an amazing 16-day Arctic journey from Norway to Iceland. Begin in Oslo with a tour of the Fram Museum celebrating polar explorers. Then, fly to Tromso for a look at its unique architecture and maritime history at the Polar Museum where you will boardNational Geographic Endurance.In …
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
$23,586
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Iceland & Greenland: Edge of the Arctic

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 18 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Sail through Prins Christian Sund
  • Marvel at massive glaciers
  • Learn about Inuit culture
  • Get a taste of local cuisine
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 18-day Arctic expedition cruise from Reykjavík to Greenland's pristine fjords. After a panoramic overview of Reykjavík's Old Town, explore Iceland's Flatey Island and Westfjords before crossing the Denmark Strait. Along East Greenland's …
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