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Embark on a voyage through time with our 18 North Sea itineraries, where archaeological site visits are at the heart of each journey aboard luxurious small ships. In 2026, set sail to uncover the ancient mysteries and rich cultural tapestry woven by Celtic and Viking ancestors across England, Ireland, and Scotland. Over a span of up to 15 days, you'll walk amidst Stone Age village ruins that have stood for over 5 millennia, Zodiac cruise around Scotland's enchanting isles like Staffa, and engage with history in intimate village settings. Starting from just $5,999, these cruises offer relaxed activity levels allowing for deep immersion into the region's past while providing modern comforts on board. To weave your own tale within these storied lands where history whispers from every stone, contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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View on the Waterfalls of the seven sisters at Geiranger Fjord in the morning light
from $11,030
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Bergen’s historic streets
  • Explore Gothenburg’s culture
  • Visit Olden’s Briksdal Glacier
  • Wander Arendal’s coastal landscapes
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Bergen / Oslo
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Variable
Sail through Norway on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse, exploring breathtaking fjords, historic cities, and cultural landmarks. Encounter towering cliffs, cascading waterfalls, and charming Nordic villages while experiencing the best of Scandinavian nature and culture.
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
from $22,995
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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant city
  • Sail through Svalbard’s coastlines
  • Spot whales in Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
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Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Experience the beauty of Svalbard and East Greenland on this 15-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. See polar bears, walruses, and guillemots in their natural habitats. Explore the world's largest fjord, Scoresbysund, and visit the remote Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.
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Famed Pulpit Rock in Norway
from $15,470
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Alesund Art Nouveau streets
  • Cruise Geiranger UNESCO fjord
  • Witness the Seven Sisters waterfall
  • Explore Olden's churches
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Bergen / Gothenburg
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Explore Norway’s iconic fjords from Bergen to Fredrikstad on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse. Explore Ålesund’s Art Nouveau, Geiranger’s UNESCO fjord, Olden’s glaciers, Lysefjorden’s cliffs, Stavanger’s Viking history, Arendal’s coast, and Gothenburg’s canals. Enjoy local culture, nature, and unforgettable views.
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View on the Waterfalls of the seven sisters at Geiranger Fjord in the morning light
from $13,990
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Norwegian Fjords

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • See Bergen UNESCO Bryggen district
  • Alesund Art Nouveau architecture
  • Geirangerfjord cliff views
  • Visit Skudeneshavn heritage town
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Bergen / Arendal
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain and sail Norway’s fjords to Fredrikstad. Visit Alesund, Geirangerfjord, Nordfjordeid, Lysefjorden, Skudeneshavn, Egersund, and Arendal. Enjoy guided walks, cultural museums, and dramatic fjord scenery. Explore UNESCO sites, Viking heritage, and coastal villages while cruising through Norway’s natural landscapes.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $8,640
No SS
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords

Bergen - Glasgow - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Discover Glasgow’s vibrant arts
  • Stroll Kirkwall’s medieval streets
  • Admire Fort William’s scenery
  • Experience Hebrides’ rugged beauty
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Bergen / Glasgow
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise on Le Laperouse, exploring Scotland and Norway's Celtic and Viking heritage. Discover stunning landscapes, ancient sites, and breathtaking wonders from Bergen to Glasgow, including the Orkney Islands and Isle of Skye.
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Scenic summer panorama with the Old Town pier architecture in Bryggen - Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, Norway.
from $11,587
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Coastal Norwegian Voyage: Between Tromso and Edinburgh

Northbound - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Cruise iconic Norwegian fjords
  • Explore colorful Bergen wharf
  • Spot whales and seabirds
  • See Viking and maritime heritag
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Edinburgh / Tromso
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Norway cruise from Edinburgh to Tromso aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Discover fjords, Arctic landscapes, and remote coastal towns through expert-led hikes, kayaking, and Zodiac excursions.
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A small home in the Norwegian fjords
from $10,540
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The Legendary Fjords of Norway

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Visit Maloy’s scenic coastline
  • Experience Fredrikstad’s fortress
  • Sail through Geirangerfjord’s cliff
  • Cruise through Lysefjord’s cliffs
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Bergen / Kristiansand
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day Legendary Fjords of Norway cruise aboard Le Champlain. Experience Norway’s raw beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture on a seamless cruise adventure.
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A view of Helsinki, the largest city in Finland.
from $63,430
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Ultimate Baltic & Nordic Marvels

Stockholm - Bergen - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II
  • Explore Stockholm’s royal landmarks
  • Wander Tallinn’s cobbled old town
  • Tour Bornholm’s beach towns
  • Visit Nyborg Castle
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Stockholm / Bergen
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Variable
Embark on a 22-day Scenic Eclipse II cruise through Scandinavia and Northern Europe, visiting cities like Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen. Experience rich culture, stunning fjords, and charming coastal towns while enjoying daily excursions and regional cuisine.
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Aerial view of the town of Visby
from $18,020
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From the North Sea to the Baltic

Bergen to Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Enter Visby through medieval walls
  • Explore Tallinn medieval old town
  • Helsinki design district
  • Explore Stockholm archipelago city
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Bergen / Helsinki
Activities
Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Urban Exploration
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Bergen through Norway’s dramatic fjords and Baltic capitals aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Sail Lysefjorden, explore Egersund and Kristiansand, cross the Baltic Sea, and discover Visby, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Helsinki with guided cultural and scenic experiences.
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Midnight sun over Lofoten
from $14,700
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Nordic Sea Treasures

Brest to Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Visit UNESCO-listed Bryggen
  • Lean about Stavanger history
  • Visit Trondheim Nidaros Cathedral
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Brest / Paris
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard Le Champlain from Brest to Tromso. Explore Ostend, Rotterdam, Stavanger, Bergen, Alesund, Trondheim, Lofoten Islands, and cross the Arctic Circle. Discover Viking heritage, fjords, UNESCO towns, and Arctic landscapes with guided shore experiences.
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View on the Waterfalls of the seven sisters at Geiranger Fjord in the morning light
from $16,290
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Autumn Splendours: From Lofoten to the Norwegian Fjords

Narvik - Bergen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Arctic Circle towns
  • Ride historic Flåm Railway
  • Visit Viking ship museum
  • Discover Art Nouveau Ålesund
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Narvik / Bergen
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise from Narvik to Bergen aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Arctic towns like Narvik and Svolvaer, see UNESCO-listed fjords such as Geirangerfjord, and learn about Viking heritage in Nordfjordeid. Travel through remote Lofoten Islands, sail past glaciers, and end in the historic port city of Bergen.
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A market in Bryggen, Bergen, Norway
from $7,060
$1000 SBC
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Laperouse to explore Scotland’s rugged isles and Norway’s stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, the Briksdal Glacier, and UNESCO sites like Orkney’s Standing Stones and Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf.
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Explore the enchanting city of Glasgow
from $6,820
$1000 SBC
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Scottish Isles and Norwegian Fjords Voyage – with Smithsonian Journeys

Glasgow, Scotland - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Explore Glasgow’s vibrant charm
  • Experience Portree’s scenic beauty
  • Visit Kirkwall’s historic treasures
  • Marvel at Olden’s glacial wonders
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Glasgow / Bergen
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain to discover Scotland's rugged isles and Norway's stunning fjords. Highlights include the Isle of Skye, Orkney's ancient Standing Stones, Shetland's Jarlshof, Olden's Briksdal Glacier, the Flam Railway, and Bergen's historic Bryggen Wharf.
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $5,999
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Vikings and Vistas

London to Tromso - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Visit Aberdeen Maritime Museum
  • Ride Mount Floyen funicular
  • Explore Bryggen Wharf district
  • Explore Alesund’s Art Nouveau
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London / Tromso
Activities
Kayaking, Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 11-day cruise from London under Tower Bridge to the fjords of Norway aboard World Navigator. Visit Aberdeen, Stavanger, Bergen, and more. Hike dramatic landscapes, tour Viking sites, explore local culture, and enjoy panoramic views. Conclude your journey in Tromso after discovering iconic and remote destinations.
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Charming coastal town of Vik
from $9,499
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Picturesque Peaks & Fjords

Roundtrip London - 15 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Late-night stay in London
  • Cruise Norway’s Sognefjord
  • Ride the Flam Railway
  • Explore Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf
  • Visit Olden and Briksdal Glacier
  • Visit the Reine, Lofoten
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London / London
Activities
Local Market Visits, Wine Tasting
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Variable
Set sail on a 15-day Picturesque Peaks & Fjords cruise aboard the World Voyager roundtrip from London. Visit Norway’s scenic highlights including Sognefjord, Bergen’s Bryggen Wharf, Olden’s Briksdal Glacier, and Alesund. Stay overnight in Reine, explore the Lofoten Islands, and discover Rosendal on Hardangerfjord before returning to London.
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Polar bear and cub
from $9,999
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Midnight Fjord Quest

Longyearbyen to Reykjavík - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Svalbard wilderness
  • Visit Longyearbyen village
  • Observe whales and seabirds
  • Watch Arctic whales
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Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day Arctic cruise from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard World Voyager. Experience the wild beauty of Svalbard, remote Jan Mayen, and Greenland’s stunning fjords. Spot polar bears, whales, and reindeer, and cross the Arctic Circle as expert guides lead Zodiac landings and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $7,499
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Captivating North Cape

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Skarsvag North Cape stop
  • Explore Hammerfest's polar heritage
  • Captain’s Choice Arctic navigation
  • Explore Svalbard glaciers
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Tromso / Oslo
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Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise beginning in Tromso and sail north aboard World Navigator through the Arctic waters of Norway. Visit Skarsvag, Hammerfest, Bear Island, and Svalbard. Experience dramatic fjords, glaciers, and rare wildlife, including puffins and polar bears.
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Polar bears in the Arctic
from $9,999
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Arctic Norway Passage

Tromso to Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Tromso’s Arctic culture
  • Discover Bear Island wildlife
  • Join Zodiac glacier landings
  • Watch whales in fjords
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Tromso / Oslo
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard aboard World Voyager. Cruise past North Cape and Bear Island. Explore glaciers, fjords, and tundra while spotting wildlife such as polar bears, whales, and puffins. End your adventure in Longyearbyen surrounded by Arctic peaks and icy fjords.
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