Top North America Trips & Tours in September 2026

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Alaska's Inside Passage

Eastbound - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Quest

• Explore Sitka’s rich heritage
• Kayak Southeast Alaska fjords
• Spot orcas and humpback whales
• Cruise Tracy Arm’s icy waters
• Visit charming Petersburg town

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Sitka / Juneau

Activity Level

Variable

Join an 8-day National Geographic Quest from Sitka to Juneau, where you explore stunning fjords, towering glaciers, and wildlife-filled waters. With expert guides, hike through forests, kayak past icebergs, visit historic Petersburg, and see whales, sea lions, and bald eagles up close.

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from $7,378

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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

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Sitka / Juneau

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Biking, Whale Watching

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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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

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St. John's / St. John's

Activities

Hiking, Small Ship Sailing

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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from $16,796

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Arctic Safari

Canada Small Group Tour - 9 Day Itinerary

• Discover Canadian Arctic region
• Experience camping in barren lands
• See Arctic wildlife
• Enjoy nature trekking with expert
• See the aurora borealis at night
• Visit Churchill and iconic landmark
• Learn from an expert photographer

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Winnipeg / Winnipeg

Activities

Camping, Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Relaxed

Join this unique 9-day Arctic Safari, an opportunity to photograph one of the world’s most magnificent wildlife in the Canadian Arctic. Fly to the remote tundra camp and Arctic lodge set along the coast of Hudson Bay for a private arctic wildlife viewing and photography experience like none other.

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from $4,496

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Blachford Lodge: Autumn Aurora Adventure

5 Day Itinerary

• Visit Blachford in Autumn
• Enjoy birdwatching scenery
• Enjoy kayaking and canoeing
• Hike and see northern landscape
• Enjoy fishing in Blachford lake

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Yellowknife / Yellowknife

Activities

Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Northern Lights

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 5-day Autumn Aurora adventure at Yellowknife, Canada. Enjoy stunning views of the Northern Lights while staying at the isolated Blachford Lodge. Enjoy thrilling activities like fishing, kayaking, and hiking. End your days in the cozy comfort of the lodge, surrounded by serene Arctic beauty

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Taste of the Arctic Summer

4 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy historic town tours
• Hike along Sylvia Grinnell River
• Get a taste of the Arctic
• Discover Iqaluit iconic spots

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Iqaluit / Ottawa

Activity Level

Relaxed

Discover the charm of Canada's hidden jewel, the marine city of Iqaluit. On this 4-day Arctic tour, explore the Sylvia Grinnell Territorial Park by hiking and kayaking in Frobisher Bay.

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from $4,969

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Grizzly Bear Viewing: The Salmon Run

5 Day Itinerary

• Enjoy Tweedsmuir Park wildlife area
• See bears in their natural habitat
• Learn about bears and their habitat
• See bears catching salmons

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Vancouver, BC / Bella Coola

Activities

Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Easy Active

Witness the raw power of nature on Grizzly bear salmon run tours in Canada on this 5 day grizzly bear tour. Watch as majestic Grizzly bears catch salmon in Atnarko River. This Grizzly bear tour offers close-up views of bears eating salmon during peak season. Perfect for US tourists seeking authentic wildlife trips in Canada.

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from $14,000

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Remote Alaska Adventure

5 Day Itinerary

• Adventure on flight-safari tours
• Stay in comfortable cabins
• Spot a variety of wildlife
• Adventure on foot, by kayak, or ski

Activities

Fishing, Skiing

Activity Level

Easy Active

Experience a 5-day luxury Alaska lodge adventure and backcountry flight safaris at Ultima Thule Lodge. View the landscape and wildlife from a bush plane flying you into the wilds of Wrangell - St. Elias National Park. Each evening retreat to your own comfortable private cabin overlooking the Chitina River to get a true backcountry taste of Alaska.

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from $5,800

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Northern Passages with Glacier Bay & Sitka

Juneau to Sitka - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Safari Endeavour

• Kayak Glacier Bay waters
• Search Chichagof brown bears
• Navigate Baranof island fjords
• Visit historic Sitka landmarks
• Walk Sitka historic park

Starts / Ends

Juneau / Sitka

Activities

Snorkeling

Activity Level

Variable

Travel 8 days from Juneau to Sitka aboard Safari Endeavour. Explore Glacier Bay National Park, Tongass National Forest, and remote islands. Activities include hiking, kayaking, and skiff tours. Wildlife sightings may include whales, bears, and seabirds.

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from $6,589

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Chilko Experience Wilderness Lodge

4-8 Day Itinerary

• Relax in your wilderness hideaway
• Cruise the Chilko River by jet boat
• Explore backwoods trails by ATV
• Horseback ride to mountain tops

Activities

Horseback Riding

Activity Level

Relaxed

Explore the wilderness of British Columbia from the luxurious Chilko Experience Wilderness Lodge on a flexible itinerary. This seven-home luxury estate offers active travelers an opportunity to get away from the noise of society and enjoy nature while you ride horses, hike, explore thousands of acres of woods on ATVs, and relax in the luxury and serenity of the resort.

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from $13,480

$1000 SBC

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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

Village Visits, 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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from $13,080

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Exploration along Saint Lawrence

Saint Pierre - Montreal - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Saint Pierre and Miquelon
• Visit Cap-aux-Meules village
• Encounter diverse wildlife
• Marvel at Gros Morne Park

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St. Pierre / Montreal

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on this 12-day cruise from Saint Pierre to Montreal aboard Le Lyrial. Witness the convergence of saltwater and freshwater along the Saint Lawrence River, explore the Saguenay River, and visit Quebec City's UNESCO-listed historic center.

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from $8,441

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Columbia and Snake Rivers: Food, Wine, and History

Portland to Clarkston - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird

• Trek up the iconic Beacon Rock
• Zodiak or kayak the Palouse River
• Jet boat through Hells Canyon
• Visit Astoria & Columbia Gorge

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Portland / Clarkston

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on the National Geographic Sea Bird for 8 days along the Columbia and Snake Rivers, exploring by Zodiac and kayak on the Palouse River and hiking at sites like Multnomah Falls and Beacon Rock. Visit Astoria, the Columbia River Gorge, Walla Walla, and Hells Canyon while learning about the region’s history, geology, and culture.

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Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Seaway

Chicago - Montreal - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I

• Niagara Falls visit
• See Cleveland Rock Hal
• Observe Soo Locks transit
• Mackinac Island cycling

Starts / Ends

Chicago / Montreal

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Chicago to Montreal on a 13-day cruise aboard Victory I, exploring iconic cities, engineering marvels, and natural wonders. Scenic lake crossings offer time to unwind between dynamic destinations.

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All Five Great Lakes

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I

• See powerful Niagara Falls
• Explore Cleveland’s rock history
• Tour Milwaukee’s lakefront gems
• Visit peaceful Mackinac Island

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Toronto / Chicago

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise the Great Lakes from Toronto to Chicago on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I. Explore museums, historic districts, and natural wonders while enjoying relaxing scenic days at sea.

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All Five Great Lakes Reverse

Toronto to Chicago - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II

• Cruise all five Great Lakes
• Visit Niagara Falls up close
• Tour Cleveland’s museums
• Visit Mackinac Island

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Toronto / Chicago

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day All Five Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II and explore cultural hubs like Cleveland and Detroit, visit Niagara Falls, and relax on car-free Mackinac Island. Enjoy scenic days on Lake Ontario, Erie, Huron, Michigan, and Superior.

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All Five Great Lakes

Chicago to Toronto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II

• Explore Navy Pier and city skyline
• Visit Milwaukee craft breweries
• Lake Michigan sailing
• Enjoy Escanaba waterfront views

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Chicago / Toronto

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day Great Lakes cruise aboard Victory II from Chicago to Toronto. Explore Detroit, Cleveland, Mackinac Island, Niagara Falls, and Milwaukee. Sail Lake Michigan, Huron, and Superior. Participate in cultural programs, enjoy scenic decks, and witness engineering marvels at the Soo Locks.

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from $15,999

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America’s Great River

St. Paul to New Orleans - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi

• Explore St. Louis' arts scene
• Enjoy American music styles
• Learn Civil War history
• Experience New Orleans' culture
• Visit the Quad Cities

Starts / Ends

St. Paul / New Orleans

Activities

Wine Tasting

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise America's great river on this 15-day itinerary aboard Viking Mississippi. Journey from St. Paul, Minnesota to New Orleans, Louisiana and explore highlights of the mighty Mississippi River. Along the way, visit historic ports such as St. Louis, Memphis, Baton Rouge, and more.

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