Top North America Trips & Tours in August 2026

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Ungava Polar Ecotour Adventure

Set Departure Group Tour - 7 Day Itinerary

• Discover Gyrfalcon Island
• See the biggest tides in Ungava
• Enjoy a guided ecotour activities
• See the local tradition and culture
• See the world famous northern light

Starts / Ends

Montreal / Montreal

Activities

Biking, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Homestays

Activity Level

Moderate

Spend a week exploring the Gyrfalcon Islands in Northern Quebec, Canada, in this unique and wild wilderness known for its stunning landscapes, wildlife, and rich cultural heritage with the help of Ungava Polar Ecotour.

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from $39,620

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Alaska to Japan: Ring of Fire to Ainu Culture

19 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Spot rare wildlife in Pribilof
• Tour historical sites in Sendai
• Discover Hokkaido's Ainu culture
• Explore shogun and samurai history

Starts / Ends

Anchorage / Osaka

Activities

Fishing, Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 19-day cruise aboard the National Geographic Resolution from Alaska, to Japan. Discover Japan’s history through castle towns of the Edo period, Meiji-era shrines, and World War II sites. Visit samurai homes and centuries-old gardens. Explore the ancient city of Gyeongju in South Korea and experience Japanese artistic traditions.

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from $21,795

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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore Beechey Island’s graves
• Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
• Visit Arctic Bay
• Marvel at calving icebergs

Starts / Ends

Calgary / Reykjavik

Activities

Land & Sea Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.

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from $10,800

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Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova

Seward Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer

• Discover dozens of glaciers
• Visit Cordova
• Explore narrowing waterways
• Enjoy different activities

Starts / Ends

Seward / Seward

Activities

Stand Up Paddle Boarding

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day Alaska’s Prince William Sound Explorer with Cordova cruise aboard Safari Explorer. Experience sailing Prince William Sound and different activities like kayaking and hiking; you also get the chance to enjoy the glaciers.

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from $9,900

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Alaska's Coastal Treasures

Seward to Juneau - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Explorer

• Explore Driftwood Bay’s wild coast
• Wander Kayak Island’s rugged shore
• Experience Icy Bay’s glacier views
• Step onto historic George Island

Starts / Ends

Seward / Juneau

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 14-day cruise from Seward to Juneau aboard the Safari Explorer, navigating remote waters and hidden bays rarely seen by others. This expedition follows the path of history's boldest explorers, embracing Alaska's wild, untamed spirit.

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from $22,370

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Expedition to the Thule Region

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Sail between the ice floes
• Discover traditional villages
• Explore the wildlife of Arctic
• See the largest icebergs

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Variable

Departing from cosmopolitan Paris, luxurious L'Austral takes you north to Arctic Greenland on this 17-day expedition cruise. Explore Baffin Bay, discovering the region of Thule, the mythical territory of the Far North. From the ice cap to the ice floes, via glaciers, icebergs and brash ice, marvel at the Arctic landscapes.

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from $19,140

No SS

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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral

• Visit traditional villages
• Enjoy spectacular Karrat Fjord
• Explore Disko Bay
• Discover Sisimiut's wildlife

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activity Level

Variable

This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral acquaints you with the secrets of Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.

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from $28,405

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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

Reykjavik to St John's - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Walk Erik’s Viking farm
• Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
• Witness rare solar eclipset
• Discover Newfoundland’s fjords

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / St. John's

Activities

Whale Watching, Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Reykjavík to St. John’s on a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the National Geographic Explorer. Explore Iceland’s Flatey Island, Greenland’s glacier-carved fjords and Viking ruins, Canada’s remote Labrador Coast, and witness a rare total solar eclipse.

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from $8,781

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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• View unique wildlife such as orcas
• Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
• Explore Alaskan ecosystems
• Hike & kayak in Icy Strait

Activity Level

Variable

Explore massive glaciers, kayak scenic coastlines, encounter incredible and varied wildlife, and see the hidden wonders of Alaska. This exclusive 8-day sailing adventure aboard the National Geographic Quest is crafted to offer you the most in-depth experience of Alaska possible.

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from $2,755

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Hiking in Yosemite National Park

North America Small Group Tour - 6 Day Itinerary

• Hike Tuolumne Grove Giant Sequoia
• Reach Sentinel Dome summit
• Tackle Four Mile Trail
• Experience Mist Trail views
• Walk among giant sequoias

Starts / Ends

Stanford Court Hotel San Francisco / Yosemite National Park

Activities

Camping

Activity Level

Moderate

Discover Yosemite’s landscapes on guided hikes through iconic trails like Mist Trail and Four Mile Trail. Walk among giant sequoias, enjoy breathtaking views, and learn about conservation efforts with expert guides. With comfortable lodge stays and seamless logistics, this adventure lets you fully experience the beauty and history of Yosemite National Park.

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from $10,978

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Wildlife Adventure in Yellowstone & Grand Tetons

8 Day Itinerary

• Experience wildlife in Grand Teton
• Explore Bridger Teton
• Trek in Teton Mountain Range
• Witness Geyser Basin in Yellowstone

Starts / Ends

Jackson Hole / West Yellowstone

Activity Level

Relaxed

Exclusive experiences focused on wildlife & natural history, outdoor adventure, and photography accompanied by exceptional guides and local experts. The Grand Tetons provide the most scenic backdrop for summer activities like hiking, fishing, scenic float trips or whitewater rafting, horseback riding, and much more.

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from $6,725

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Southeast Alaska Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution

• Explore Juneau's downtown
• Discover wildlife in Haines
• See Glacier Bay National Park
• Explore Petersburg

Starts / Ends

Juneau / Juneau

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Experience a 9-day Alaskan adventure aboard the American Constitution, cruising roundtrip from Juneau through the scenic Inside Passage. Explore unique ports, vibrant culture, and abundant wildlife, with opportunities to marvel at Glacier Bay and Tracy Arm Fjord, spot whales and eagles, and enjoy guided shore excursions led by experts.

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from $2,472

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Kenai Backcountry Lodge

3 Day Itinerary

• Travel deep into Kenai backcountry
• Raft the Kenai River to the lodge
• Set out on hikes and spot wildlife

Activities

Whitewater Rafting

Activity Level

Easy Active

Spend three nights in the Alaska wilderness with stays at Kenai Riverside Lodge and Kenai Backcountry Lodge. Raft the Kenai River from one lodge to the next as you travel deeper into the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge. Spend a day exploring the backcountry wilderness of Alaska, spotting wildlife and experiencing breathtaking scenery.

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from $1,467

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Kenai River Retreat

3 Day Itinerary

• Stay in old pioneer Alaska cabins
• Spot wildlife from your cabin deck
• Adventure out by raft or go fishing

Activity Level

Easy Active

Spend two days exploring the Kenai National Wildlife Refuge and the Chugach Mountains with a stay at the comfortable Kenai Riverside Lodge. Located alongside the Kenai River, the wildlife viewing from the lodge grounds is simply spectacular. Enjoy river life with rafting or fishing, or simply relax in the remote Alaska wilderness.

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from $865

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Kayak Valdez

3 Day Itinerary

• Spend 2 days on guided kayak tours
• Kayak to Columbia Glacier
• Paddle Duck Flats spotting birdlife

Activity Level

Moderate

Add on to your Alaska tour with a short 2-day kayaking trip in Valdez. Spend the night in one of our hand-chosen hotels and set out each day on guided group kayak tour of Prince William Sound. Spot birdlife at Duck Flats your first afternoon then boat further out for a full day kayak tour up to the Columbia Glacier, including a walk on the moraine!

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