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Brown Bear sow with cubs fishing for pink salmon.
from $4,248
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Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords

Juneau - Ketchikan - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Lion
  • Witness glaciers up close
  • Observe wildlife
  • Explore waterways and fjords
  • Learn about Tlingit Culture
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Juneau / Ketchikan
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Take part on a 6-day exploration of Alaska - a beautiful region of tidewater glaciers, abundant wildlife, and unique frontiers. Enjoy kayaking, hiking, and skiff tours, and admire the region's spectacular landscapes while aboard the Sea Lion.
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Beautiful artic mountains at sunset.
from $9,495
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Greenland & Wild Labrador

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Hike Torngat Mtns National Park
  • Search for polar bears & eagles
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
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During this 15-day expedition cruise on the Ocean Endeavor, see both the beauty of Greenland and the charm of Newfoundland. From Greenland, cruise through northern Canada, exploring French and Viking influences. Visit two different Canadian National Parks, see landscapes that blow your mind, and learn a lot about the cultural connections to the land.
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Brown Bear sow with cubs fishing for pink salmon.
from $4,202
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Alaska Escape: LeConte Bay, Wrangell and Misty Fjords

Juneau - Ketchikan - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Sea Bird
  • Learn about Tlingit Culture
  • Observe a variety of wildlife
  • Explore waterways and fjords
  • Witness glaciers up close
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Juneau / Ketchikan
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Take part on a 6-day exploration of Alaska - a beautiful region of tidewater glaciers, abundant wildlife, and unique frontiers. Enjoy kayaking, hiking, and skiff tours, and admire the region's spectacular landscapes while aboard the Sea Bird.
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $24,795
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The Northwest Passage (Eastbound)

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Cambridge Bay’s landscapes
  • Visit Point Zenith’s coastal cliffs
  • Experience Pond Inlet Inuit culture
  • Walk Sisimiut’s streets
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Calgary / Toronto
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Join a 16-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Canadian Arctic and Greenland, starting in Calgary and flying to Cambridge Bay. Enjoy wildlife sightings and Inuit heritage before concluding your journey in Nuuk and flying to Toronto.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $7,995
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Canadian Discovery

New York to Ontario - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Explore New York landmarks
  • Sail the Atlantic Ocean
  • Enjoy ship amenities
  • Discover historic Halifax
  • Explore Prince Edward Island
  • Explore Quebec City's charm
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New York City / Toronto
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Helicopter Tours, Land & Sea Exploration
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Set sail on a 13-day Viking voyage from New York City to Toronto. Explore iconic landmarks, sail the Atlantic, experience the historic charm of Halifax, Prince Edward Island, Cap-aux-Meules, and Quebec City, traverse the St. Lawrence Seaway's engineering marvels, and enjoy Toronto's multicultural vibrancy for an unforgettable adventure.
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Explore the parks around Quebec City for a view of the city
from $7,399
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New England and Canada

Toronto to Portland - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Explore Toronto's landmarks
  • Visit Quebec City's historic sites
  • Go on a whale-watching adventure
  • Visit Halifax’s historic waterfront
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Toronto / Portland
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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Toronto to Portland aboard Victory II, experiencing vibrant cities, breathtaking landscapes, and rich maritime heritage. This adventure offers a blend of urban exploration, natural beauty, and cultural immersion.
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Visit Plymouth
from $13,940
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Grand New England Cruise

Roundtrip Boston - 15 Day Itinerary aboard American Patriot
  • Explore Portland iconic lighthouses
  • Discover Bath historic shipyards
  • Explore Bangor Victorian mansions
  • Discover Portsmouth architecture
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Boston / Boston
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Set sail on a 15-day cruise aboard American Patriot. Discover historic seaports and savor New England's charm with a Maine lobster bake.
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $9,275
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Alaskan Explorer Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard American Constellation
  • Explore Juneau
  • Experience Inside Passage
  • Discover Glacier Bay National Park
  • Explore Haines
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Juneau / Juneau
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Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the American Constellation, departing and returning to Juneau. Experience historical sites, stunning scenery, and lively ports in Southern Alaska and the Inside Passage, including visits to Mendenhall Glacier and Tracy Arm Fjord's waterfalls, cultural excursions, and outdoor adventures.
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Get up close to amazing glaciers in Alaska
from $9,275
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Alaskan Explorer Cruise

Juneau Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard American Constitution
  • Watch for breaching whales
  • Discover Haines’ rich history
  • Visit charming Sitka
  • Travel through Frederick Sound
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Juneau / Tracy Arm
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Embark on a 12-day Alaskan Explorer cruise aboard the American Constitution and take in the beauty of Alaska’s untouched landscapes. The adventure begins and ends in Juneau, with stops at Haines, Petersburg, and more.
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Explore beautiful Nashville
from $4,915
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Music Cities Cruise

Memphis, TN to Nashville, TN - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Symphony
  • Explore Memphis
  • Discover Paducah
  • Experience Lake Barkley
  • Enjoy Nashville
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Memphis / Nashville
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Set sail on a 9-day cruise on the American Symphony from Memphis to Nashville, traversing the Mississippi, Ohio, and Cumberland rivers—Immerse in local music, nightly entertainment, and Southern cuisine amid America's heartland's scenic beauty.
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Explore Toronto
from $6,799
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All Five Great Lakes

Chicago to Toronto - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Victory I
  • Sail across Lake Michigan
  • Explore Milwaukee's Riverwalk
  • Bike Mackinac Island perimeter
  • Rock out in Cleveland
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Chicago / Toronto
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Local Market Visits, Biking
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Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard Victory I at Chicago’s Navy Pier and cruise across all five Great Lakes. Explore Milwaukee’s breweries, Mackinac Island’s historic charm, the Soo Locks at Sault Ste. Marie, Detroit’s vibrant art scene, Cleveland’s Rock and Roll history, and the power of Niagara Falls.
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Relax on the shores of the Great Lakes
from $6,799
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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
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Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
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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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Sailing beneath the dancing northern lights
from $12,995
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Autumn Northern Lights

Greenland to Nova Scotia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Admire Kangaamiut’s scenic charm
  • Explore wonders of Greenland
  • Witness northern lights
  • Explore Baffin Island’s shores
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Nuuk / Halifax
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Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing
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Sail from Greenland to Nova Scotia aboard the Ocean Albatros on this 15-day Arctic cruise tracing the footsteps of Norse explorers under the dazzling northern lights. Explore Nuuk's colorful fjords and glaciers, the rugged beauty of Baffin Island, the forested coastlines of Labrador, and Newfoundland's vibrant shores.
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See the mighty Niagara Falls
from $6,295
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Niagara and the Great Lakes

Toronto - Milwaukee - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Viking Great Lakes
  • Toronto Exploration
  • Explore Mackinac Island
  • Niagara Falls & Welland Canal
  • Point Pelee Birdwatching
  • Detroit’s Innovation Legacy
  • Alpena’s Maritime Adventures
  • Mackinac Island & Milwaukee’s Charm
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Lake Ontario / Milwaukee
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Hiking, Village Visits, Kayaking
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Variable
On this 8-day Niagara and the Great Lakes cruise from Toronto to Milwaukee aboard the Viking Great Lakes, explore nature and culture. Navigate the Welland Canal, witness Niagara Falls, and spot migratory birds at Point Pelee. Visit Detroit’s Henry Ford Museum, kayak in Alpena, tour Mackinac Island, and explore Milwaukee’s waterfront history.
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Camp Kiattua kayaking activity
from $24,795
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The Northwest Passage (Westbound)

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Sisimiut’s Inuit culture
  • Discover Pond Inlet’s heritage
  • Experience Port Leopold’s landscape
  • Visit uninhabited Devon Island
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Toronto / Calgary
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Join a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer, starting with a flight to Nuuk. Explore stunning landscapes, Inuit communities, and the Northwest Passage, concluding your adventure in Cambridge Bay before flying to Calgary.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $14,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

Kangerlussuaq - Kugluktuk, NU - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Visit ancient sites and villages
  • Meet the stunning Arctic wildlife
  • Experience Inuit culture first hand
  • Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord
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Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk
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Board the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavor expedition ship on this 17-day Arctic cruise from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland through the legendary Northwest Passage. You'll encounter wildlife like polar bears, caribou, walrus, and musk ox, meet Inuit villagers in their coastal fishing towns, navigate around icebergs in zodiacs and trek across glaciers!
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Arctic puffins
from $11,200
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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Explore Gros Morne National Park
  • Look for moose, seabirds and whales
  • Discover eastern Canada's beauty
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Sail the Canadian Maritimes with the National Geographic Explorer. Walk among Viking ruins in Newfoundland, explore WWII sites, and admire Prince Edward Island’s red cliffs. Spot puffins, whales, and moose in this wild and historic Atlantic region.
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Hiking in the vast Arctic landscape
from $15,995
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
  • Witness the northern lights
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Discover the Torngats’ beauty
  • Spot wildlife along Arctic coast
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Northern Lights
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Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador aboard Exploris One from Greenland to Newfoundland, uncovering stunning fjords, Inuit heritage, Viking history, and diverse wildlife. Expect Zodiac excursions, expert-led hikes, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful regions.
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