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Explore the diverse beauty and culture of North America on one of these 17 captivating cruises in 2025 or 2026. Whether you're drawn to the rugged wilderness of Alaska, the vibrant cities of the United States, or the charming coastal towns of Canada, there's a North American cruise for every traveler. Witness the icy wonders of Glacier Bay, soak in the warm southern charm of Charleston, or embark on a culinary journey in Quebec City. From the pristine fjords to the bustling streets, North American cruises, spanning 6 to 17 days, provide a kaleidoscope of experiences. Prices start at just $3,190, offering you the chance to discover the continent's incredible diversity. Contact us to start your North American cruise adventure today.
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Polar bear viewing
from $14,698
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Great Ice Bear

7 Day Itinerary
  • Capture photos of Arctic wildlife
  • Learn about Arctic ecosystems
  • See the historic port of Churchill
  • Enjoy guided ecotour activities
  • See the aurora borealis at night
  • Try Tundra cuisine
Starts / Ends
Winnipeg / Winnipeg
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Easy Active
During this 7-day Great Ice Bear Safari tour, spend your week exploring the rugged and beautiful coastline of Hudson Bay. Witness and photograph Arctic wildlife and their habitats, such as moose, wolves, and a great polar bear, with the help of an expert guide.
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Humpback Whale Alaska's Inside Passage
from $7,240
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Alaska's Inside Passage

Westbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • View unique wildlife such as orcas
  • Visit Tracy or Endicott Arm fjords
  • Explore Alaskan ecosystems
  • Hike & kayak in Icy Strait
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Southeast Alaska aboard National Geographic Venture on its 8-day Alaska cruise from Juneau to Sitka. Hike over the spongy earth and float past massive icebergs, glaciers, and, with some luck, bears , humpback wales, wolves, moose, sea otters, orcas, sea lions, or mountain goats.
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Exploring Alaska's glaciers
from $6,400
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Last Frontier Adventure

Sitka to Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Admiralty Dream
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • See marine life in Frederick Sound
  • Participate on hiking in Sitka
  • Kayak along the Waterfall Coast
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
This Last Frontier Adventure aboard Admiralty Dream is an 8-day small-ship cruise that offers more time in wilderness areas and a higher level of activity as you explore Alaska from Sitka to Juneau. The dynamic itinerary features hiking rainforest trails, kayaking in a glacial fjord, and scouting marine animals in Frederick Sound.
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A view from the cliffs of Gros Morne National Park.
from $9,595
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore vibrant St. John’s
  • Visit French Saint-Pierre
  • Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
  • Step into Viking history
Starts / Ends
St. John's / St. John's
Activities
Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on a 12-day Newfoundland Circumnavigation cruise through Newfoundland and Labrador aboard the Ocean Nova, where history, culture, and nature come together. Explore Miawpukek’s Indigenous heritage, the charming fishing village of Francois, and the geological wonders of Gros Morne National Park.
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Beautiful Glacier Bay, Alaska
from $7,027
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Alaska's Inside Passage

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Explore Sitka’s heritage
  • Visit Petersburg’s fishing town
  • Observe Inian Islands wildlife
  • Experience Glacier Bay’s fjords
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Biking
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Alaska on an 8-day cruise from Sitka to Juneau aboard the National Geographic Venture, exploring fjords, glaciers, and marine wildlife. Immerse yourself in Glacier Bay National Park while learning about whale behavior from expert guides.
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Bald eagles resting
from $5,700
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Last Frontier Adventure

Sitka to Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Chichagof Dream
  • Explore Glacier Bay National Park
  • See marine life in Frederick Sound
  • Participate on hiking in Sitka
  • Kayak along the Waterfall Coast
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Chichagof Dream's 8-day Last Frontier Adventure offers more time in the woods and a higher level of adventure. On this journey, visit Baranof Island, Endicott Arm Fjord, and Glacier Bay National Park.  
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Atnarko Scenic River Drift
from $3,190
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Explore Bella Coola

6 Day Itinerary
  • Enjoy Tweedsmuir Park wildlife area
  • Enjoy Atnarko Scenic River Drift
  • Enjoy interpretive nature walks
  • Experience climbing in Via Ferrata
  • See Bella Coola's scenic landscape
  • Hike the Rainbow Range
Starts / Ends
Vancouver, BC / Bella Coola
Activities
Spa Relaxation, Whitewater Rafting
Activity Level
Variable
Take a 6-day Bella Coola tour of the magnificent Great Bear Rainforest and Bella Coola Valley. Experience stunning scenery at Tweedsmuir Proviincial Park wildlife, and unforgettable adventures. From serene river drifts along the Atnarko River to guided nature walks and climbing the Via Ferrata, explore the region's cultural heritage.
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Family hiking on a tour of Alaska
from $5,800
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Northern Passages with Glacier Bay & Sitka

Juneau to Sitka - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour
  • Attend Park Ranger presentations
  • Hike at Glacier Bay National Park
  • Spot bears, otters, and whales
  • See Krestof and Nakwasina Sounds
  • Observe puffins and sea lions
Starts / Ends
Juneau / Sitka
Activities
Snorkeling, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail aboard the SafarI Endeavour from Juneau to Sitka, Alaska, on an 8-day voyage to the Glacier Bay National Park, Chichagof Island, and Peril Strait. By boat, kayak, and paddleboard, you may explore this breathtaking area and its animals. Also, hike Chichagof Island's waterfall coast and Glacier Bay National Park.
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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Quebec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
  • Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
  • Explore Prince Edward Island
  • Experience the Acadian culture
  • Explore Nova Scotia and Lunenburg
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Boston
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Explore eastern Canada and New England on a 13-day Smithsonian Journeys cruise. Sail from Toronto to Boston with stops in Quebec, PEI, Nova Scotia, and Cape Cod. Highlights include Montreal, Tadoussac, Magdalen Islands, Charlottetown, and Lunenburg. Includes expert talks and a shore excursion in each port.
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Exploring Alaska by small ship
from $6,500
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Alaska's Glacier Bay & Island Adventure

Sitka to Juneau - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Alaskan Dream
  • Visit the renowned Tracy Arm Fjord
  • Relax at the Orca Point Lodge
  • View the world's tallest totem pole
  • Enjoy kayak and DIB in Saginaw Bay
Starts / Ends
Sitka / Juneau
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the serenity of raw wilderness in this 8-day Alaskan Dream cruise through Southeast Alaska, visiting places like Kuiu, charming Petroglyph Beach, glacial Tracy Arm Fjord, and Glacier Bay National Park. Enjoy shallow water expedition craft excursions, kayaking, hiking, and a relaxing evening at Orca Point Lodge.
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See historic lighthouses on the American East Coast
from $6,799
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New England and Canada

Quebec - Portland - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Witness Saguenay Fjords' wildlife
  • Explore Baie-Comeau and Gaspe
  • Explore Charlottetown landmarks
  • Explore Strait of Canso and Halifax
Starts / Ends
Quebec City / Portland
Activities
Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Sail from Quebec City to Portland, Maine, on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory II. Enjoy a hotel stay in Old Quebec, then explore Saguenay Fjords, Baie-Comeau, Gaspe, and Charlottetown. Cruise through the Strait of Canso, visit Halifax, and end in Portland. Experience coastal towns, local culture, wildlife, and peaceful sea days.
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Wrangell - St. Elias wilderness
from $7,700
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Alaska's Inside Passage Sojourn

Ketchikan - Sitka - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Baranof Dream
  • Watch glaciers calve giant icebergs
  • Sail past Tracy Arm glaciers
  • Kayak along the Alaskan coastline
  • See Wrangell’s ancient petroglyphs
  • Visit Metlakatla’s Tsimshian commun
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Ketchikan / Sitka
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through Alaska's Inside Passage on this 9-day Alaskan cruise on the Baranof Dream. Visit Ketchikan, Misty Fjords, Glacier Bay, and more. Encounter wildlife, visit indigenous sites, and experience the rugged beauty of the Last Frontier.
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from $8,144
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Bella Coola Heli Sport at Eagle Lodge

6 Day Itinerary
  • Experience heli-skiing
  • Enjoy snowboarding and skiing
  • Stay in luxurious wilderness lodge
  • All-inclusive package
Starts / Ends
Vancouver, BC / Vancouver, BC
Activities
Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Helicopter Tours, Skiing
Activity Level
Challenging
Experience the ultimate adventure with this 6-day vertical heli-skiing trip in Bella Coola, Canada. Enjoy pristine powder, breathtaking landscapes, and personalized guiding in an intimate setting, perfect for advanced skiers and snowboarders seeking an unforgettable high-altitude escape.
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
from $9,995
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Heart of the Arctic

Kangerlussuaq - Iqaluit, NU - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Sail through stunning fjords
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Spot polar bears ands whales
  • Discover Viking history
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Iqaluit
Activities
Northern Lights, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day Heart of the Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Nova. Explore dramatic fjords, witness calving glaciers, and cross the Arctic Circle under the northern lights. Visit communities like Nuuk, Kinngait, and Salluit, where Inuit traditions thrive. Cruise by Zodiac to remote islands teeming with polar bears, walruses, and seabirds.
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A towering iceberg
from $18,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

Nuuk - Kugluktuk - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Cruise the Sisimiut Coast
  • Witness Ilulissat’s massive iceberg
  • Discover Devon Island’s tundra
  • Sail through Bellot Strait
Starts / Ends
Nuuk / Kugluktuk
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on this 17-day Into the Northwest Passage cruise aboard Ocean Victory. Explore Ilulissat Icefjord, Devon Island, and historic Beechey Island. Witness incredible wildlife, from polar bears and muskoxen to narwhals and belugas. Cruise among towering glaciers, sail through Bellot Strait and discover the fascinating history of Arctic explorers.
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Walruses coming ashore in the arctic
from $10,527
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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
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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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
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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