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Experience the wonders of North America with Adventure Life's 20 small ship sailing tours for 2025. Join us on a cruise journey along the Saint Lawrence region, from Saint Pierre to Montreal, on a 12-day adventure aboard Le Lyrial. Explore the charming villages of Saint Pierre and Miquelon, discover Newfoundland's rich history, and marvel at the abundance of bird and marine life. Engage in wildlife viewing, village visits, and small ship sailing as you navigate through the rugged cliffs and enchanting forests of this picturesque region. Delve into the vibrant coastal ecosystems and immerse yourself in the fascinating stories that shape the landscape. Don't miss this opportunity to explore the beauty and history of North America on an unforgettable small ship sailing adventure. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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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
Starts / Ends
St. John's / St. John's
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.
  • Explore vibrant St. John’s
  • Visit French Saint-Pierre
  • Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
  • Step into Viking history
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Saint Pierre and Miquelon
from $11,800
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Exploration along Saint Lawrence

Saint Pierre - Montreal - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
Starts / Ends
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.
  • Explore Saint Pierre and Miquelon
  • Visit Cap-aux-Meules village
  • Encounter diverse wildlife
  • Marvel at Gros Morne Park
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Explore Pittsburgh
from $5,275
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Ohio River Cruise

Pittsburgh - Louisville - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Melody
Starts / Ends
Pittsburgh / Louisville
Activities
Wine Tasting
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise along the Ohio River aboard the American Melody from Pittsburgh to Louisville. Discover historic towns and cultural landmarks while enjoying guided tours, historic excursions, and breathtaking river views as you cruise through America’s heartland.
  • Explore Pittsburgh’s rich history
  • Visit historic Marietta, OH
  • Tour Cincinnati’s top sites
  • Experience Louisville Derby legacy
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Columbia River Gorge
from $3,890
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Columbia River Gorge Cruise

Roundtrip Portland - 7 Day Itinerary aboard American Pride
Starts / Ends
Portland / Portland
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 7-day Columbia River Gorge cruise aboard American Pride. Explore Portland, Hood River, The Dalles, and Kalama. Discover the pioneers at the Oregon Trail’s end and learn about the region’s history at museums like the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and the Fort Dalles Museum.
  • Discover Hood River’s museums
  • Walk through The Dalles
  • Visit Mount St. Helens
  • Taste local wines from Hood River
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Kayaking and Zodiac Cruising in Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
from $50,995
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Anchorage
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 29-day expedition from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Greg Mortimer. Navigate the Northwest Passage, explore historic sites, meet locals, and spot Arctic wildlife.
  • Explore Ilulissat’s glaciers
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Inuit culture
  • Visit the historic Herschel Island
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Look for the lighthouses of the Great Lakes
from $9,100
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A Voyage Along the Great Lakes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Milwaukee - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
Starts / Ends
Toronto / Milwaukee
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Bellot to uncover the Great Lakes' stunning landscapes and rich history. Highlights include Niagara Falls, Lake Huron's UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, Mackinac Island's Victorian charm, and Milwaukee's vibrant culture, making this an unforgettable journey.
  • Discover Toronto’s diversity
  • Explore Port Colborne beauty
  • Navigate Detroit River panoramas
  • Cruise Lake Michigan grandeur
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from $15,170
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Wilderness from Greenland to the East Coast of Canada

Kangerlussuaq - Saint Pierre - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Saint Pierre and Miquelon
Activities
Adventure Options
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Le Boreal, exploring Greenland, Nunavut, and Newfoundland. Experience Arctic wildlife, local cultures, and stunning landscapes from Sisimiut to Saint Pierre.
  • Explore Kangerlussuaq’s vast tundra
  • Discover Sisimiut’s landscapes
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
  • Experience St. John's coastline
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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
Starts / Ends
Nuuk / Halifax
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
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.
  • Admire Kangaamiut’s scenic charm
  • Explore wonders of Greenland
  • Witness northern lights
  • Explore Baffin Island’s shores
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $11,995
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure cruise from Greenland to Newfoundland aboard the Ocean Nova, sailing through majestic fjords, historic sites, and breathtaking Arctic landscapes. Visit the Viking settlement at L’Anse aux Meadows and experience warm Newfoundland hospitality in remote coastal villages.
  • Cruise through Kangerlussuaq Fjord
  • Explore Nuuk’s cultural sites
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • See Torngat Mountains National Park
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Explore the Snake River in the Pacific Northwest of the US
from $6,355
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Columbia & Snake Rivers Cruise

Clarkston to Portland - 9 Day Itinerary aboard American Jazz
Starts / Ends
Clarkston / Portland
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an unforgettable 9-day Columbia & Snake Rivers cruise aboard American Jazz. Experience scenic landscapes, historic towns, and diverse wildlife. Highlights include traveling through Hells Canyon, Columbia River Gorge, and Mount St. Helens.
  • Visit Multnomah Falls
  • Explore vineyards and local artwork
  • Witness volcanic remains
  • Sail through Hells Canyon
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Stroll through colorful Charleston
from $4,900
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Best of the Canadian Maritimes

Canada Small Group Tour - 12 Day Itinerary
Starts / Ends
Halifax / Prince Edward Island
Activities
Fishing
Activity Level
Easy Active
Discover the beauty of Canada's Maritimes on an 12-day adventure from Halifax to Saint John. Visit UNESCO sites, explore coastal trails, and immerse yourself in local culture and history.
  • Cape Breton Coastal trail
  • Discover Thunder Cove Beach
  • Explore Mi'kmaq culture
  • Explore Prince Edward Island
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $23,995
EBD 25%
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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
Starts / Ends
Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 17-day Out of the Northwest Passage from Nunavut to Greenland aboard the Exploris One. Sail through legendary waterways like Bellot Strait and Lancaster Sound. Hike tundra landscapes, Zodiac cruise among towering icebergs, and learn from expert guides about Arctic exploration and Indigenous traditions.
  • Explore remote Kugluktuk, Nunavut
  • Witness Arctic wildlife
  • Sail historic Bellot Strait
  • Cross the Northwest Passage
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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
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / Iqaluit
Activities
Northern Lights
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.
  • Sail through stunning fjords
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Spot polar bears ands whales
  • Discover Viking history
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $20,994
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Grand Greenland - Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 21 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen
Starts / Ends
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Discover the beauty of Greenland and Iceland on this 21-day Grand Greenland – Farthest North to Thule and Kane Basin cruise aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen. Visit UNESCO-listed Ilulissat Icefjord, explore Uummannaq Fjord, and sail through remote Arctic regions. Witness polar wildlife, including whales, walruses, and polar bears.
  • Visit Nuuk’s colorful landmarks
  • Spot whales & icebergs in Disko Bay
  • Explore Ilulissat Icefjord
  • Visit Uummannaq
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A towering iceberg
from $23,995
EBD 25%
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Into the Northwest Passage

Nuuk - Kugluktuk - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
Starts / Ends
Nuuk / Kugluktuk
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on this 17-day Into the Northwest Passage cruise aboard Exploris One. 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.
  • Cruise the Sisimiut Coast
  • Witness Ilulissat’s massive iceberg
  • Discover Devon Island’s tundra
  • Sail through Bellot Strait
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The edge of Greenland's ice cap
from $6,495
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Baffin Island and Greenland: Circling the Midnight Sun

Iqaluit, NU - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
Starts / Ends
Iqaluit / Kangerlussuaq
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 12-day Baffin Island and Greenland: Circling the Midnight Sun from Iqaluit to Greenland aboard Ocean Endeavour. Navigate icy waters, explore historic Inuit communities, and marvel at the breathtaking Ilulissat Icefjord. Enjoy thrilling Zodiac excursions, hike across rolling tundra, and spot wildlife such as polar bears, whales, and seabirds.
  • Cruise Lady Franklin Island
  • Sail through Cumberland Sound
  • Walk Ilulissat Icefjord boardwalk
  • Discover Sisimiut’s Inuit heritage
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View of Tokyo skyline
from $9,900
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Vancouver to Tokyo

23 Day Itinerary aboard Silver Moon
Starts / Ends
Vancouver, BC / Tokyo
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Kayaking, Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Experience Japan’s coastal treasures on this 23-day Vancouver to Tokyo cruise aboard Silver Moon. Visit Hakodate’s scenic mountain views and historic port, discover Muroran’s natural wonders like Lake Toya, and explore Miyako’s stunning coastlines and rich wildlife.
  • Explore Hakodate’s twin bays
  • Visit Muroran’s rugged cliffs
  • Witness Sendai's skyline views
  • Stroll Sanriku Fukkō Park
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Sun shining on the ice
from $22,380
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From the St Lawrence to Greenland, the Last Moments of Winter

Quebec - Nuuk - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
Starts / Ends
Quebec City / Nuuk
Activities
Urban Exploration, Local Market Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day St Lawrence to Greenland cruise from Quebec to Nuuk aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Discover Old Quebec’s UNESCO heritage sites and journey through the icy Saguenay Valley for dog sledding and ice fishing. Admire Gaspé’s rugged landscapes, and explore the serene Magdalen Islands.
  • Engage in guided excursions
  • Visit communities in Qaqortoq
  • Try ice fishing in Saguenay Valley
  • Stroll Cap-aux-Meules village
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