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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $18,412
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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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Kayak among icebergs in Sydkap, Greenland
from $15,679
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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
  • Spot whales and Arctic wildlife
  • Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
  • Discover Inuit and Thule
  • Explore the King Frederick VI Coast
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Kayaking
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Variable
Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.
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Scoresby Sund
from $16,480
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Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Cruise Viking Bay’s dramatic cliffs
  • Explore Bear Islands vistas
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
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Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise from Keflavik to Greenland’s remote eastern coast aboard MV Vikingfjord. Sail past Viking Bay’s towering bird cliffs & basalt columns. Explore the stunning fjords of Hare, Ofjord, & the Bear Islands. Visit historic Thule sites in Sydkap & marvel at drifting icebergs near the Northeast Greenland National Park border.
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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
  • Cruise the Denmark Strait
  • Explore Northeast Greenland’s fjord
  • Interact with Inuit communities
  • Visit Kong Oscar Fjords and Ella
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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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.
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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
  • Explore Hallgrimskirkja landmark
  • Marvel at Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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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.
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Traditional Colourful Houses
from $23,920
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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
Activities
Skiing
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Variable
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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Surfacing Humpback Whales
from $5,650
Up to 35%
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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
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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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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $14,795
EBD
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Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

Aberdeen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Aberdeen's iconic landmarks
  • Discover Jarlshof's settlements
  • See Faroe Islands' landscapes
  • Marvel at Vatnajokull glaciers
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Aberdeen / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Aberdeen's landmarks, birdwatch in Fair Isle, discover Jarlshof's archaeology, the Faroe Islands' landscapes, and Iceland's natural wonders.
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Scoresby Sund
from $17,670
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Scoresbysund Northern Lights Photo Tour

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Sail Scoresbysund fjords
  • Explore Viking Bay dramatic cliffs
  • Visit Sydkap ancient history
  • Discover Bear Islands vistas
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Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport
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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.
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund, Hike, September
from $5,900
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund, Including Long Hikes

Akureyri - Akureyri - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Cruise massive icebergs
  • Spot whales and narwhals
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Discover Arctic wildlife
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Reykjavik / Akureyri
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day MV Plancius cruise from Iceland to East Greenland’s Scoresby Sund. Sail from Reykjavik to Akureyri, cross the Arctic Circle, witness towering icebergs, spot whales and polar bears, hike near Thule ruins, visit Ittoqqortoormiit, and explore one of the world’s most remote wildernesses.
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
from $5,150
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South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. Flight from Copenhagen to Narsarsuaq

Narsarsuaq - Keflavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Discover Lichtenau
  • Encounter traditional hunters
  • Venture into Igutsait
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Narsarsuaq / Keflavik International Airport
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Variable
Set sail on a 10-day South Greenland Explorer cruise aboard MV Plancius. Discover Erik the Red's Bratthalid, Uunartoq's hot spring, and Vagar's Norse relics. Marvel at Prins Christian Sund, Tingmiarmit's ruins, and polar bears in Igutsait or Napassorsuaq Fjord. Explore Skjoldungen, Qornoq, and Umivik before reaching Keflavik.
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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
Activities
Northern Lights, Photography Seminars
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.
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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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Variable
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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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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Variable
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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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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Variable
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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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $15,695
EBD 15
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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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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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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $17,080
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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Jan Mayen
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.
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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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