Norway Trips with Village Visits

from $33,385

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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard

Bergen to Longyearbyen - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Explore the rare northern fjords
• Paddle in a deep fjord
• Explore Lofoten Islands
• Visit the famous building in Tromso

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Bergen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Endurance, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.

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from $24,360

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Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Tromso

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Alkehornet cliffs
• Discover Smeerenburg Fjord
• Visit Gravneset whaling site
• View Brasvellbreen glacier front

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Longyearbyen / Tromso

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Variable

Embark on a 13-day Svalbard expedition aboard Aqua Lares, adjusting routes for optimal wildlife viewing. Explore iconic sites like bird cliffs, historic cemeteries, and glaciers, with daily shore landings and expert guidance for safety and responsible encounters.

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from $24,360

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Tromso, Arctic Circle & Svalbard

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Discover Gjesvaerstappan wildlife
• Visit Skarsvag northernmost village
• Step ashore on Reinoya
• Observe Bear Island cliffs

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Tromso / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on a 13-day Aqua Lares cruise exploring Svalbard, starting in Tromso and visiting northern villages and seabird colonies. Experience guided wildlife walks, witness glaciers, and search for polar bears and walrus in the Arctic's stunning landscapes.

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from $14,210

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Svalbard & The Arctic Circle

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Alkehornet bird cliffs
• Visit Gravneset whaling site
• Discover Smeerenburg history
• View Brasvellbreen ice front

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise around Svalbard on Aqua Lares, adjusting routes based on ice and wildlife. Explore historic whaling sites, observe majestic glaciers, and enjoy expert-led small group adventures for optimal wildlife viewing.

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from $10,150

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Svalbard, Bear Island & Tromso

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Longyearbyen’s landscapes
• Witness Samarinvagen’s glaciers
• Discover Bear Island’s cliffs
• Observe Gjesvaer’s seabird colonies

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Longyearbyen / Tromso

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Variable

Embark on a 6-day Arctic expedition from Longyearbyen to Tromso aboard Aqua Lares, exploring Svalbard’s stunning landscapes and wildlife. Discover puffin colonies, calving glaciers, and the pristine ecosystems of Europe’s largest seabird habitats before concluding your journey in Tromso.

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from $10,150

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Tromso, Bear Island & Svalbard

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Tromso above Arctic Circle
• Discover Gjesvaer and its wildlife
• Visit Skarsvag, northern villages
• Experience Reinoya’s landscapes

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Tromso / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6-day Arctic expedition aboard Aqua Lares, starting in Tromso and visiting Gjesvaer, Skarsvag, and Bear Island, rich in seabird life. Conclude your journey in Longyearbyen, exploring glaciers and unique wildlife along the way.

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from $1,605

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The Coastal Express – North

Bergen - Kirkenes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys

• Cruise through Geirangerfjord
• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Explore small fishing villages
• Meet a local Sami family

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Bergen / Kirkenes

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Local Market Visits

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Variable

Sail the coast of Norway and navigate stunning fjords, visit local villages, and cross the Arctic Circle on this 7-day expedition cruise aboard the MS Nordlys. Begin your adventure in Bergen and sail north until you reach the northernmost tip of the European continent around the North Cape and Kirkenes.

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from $20,990

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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Southbound - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Explore the Svalbard coast
• Discover islands and fjords
• Actively explore the scenery
• Explore the coves and inlets

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Oslo / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

This 12-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Resolution takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.

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from $20,990

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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Longyearbyen to Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Kayak at glacial fjords
• See Soroya's rugged landscapes
• Arctic wildlife sightings
• Bear Island bird cliffs

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Oslo / Tromso

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Hiking, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Travel across Arctic Norway on a 12-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Tromso aboard National Geographic Endurance. Sail Svalbard fjords, explore Bear Island, kayak icy bays, and visit Soroya and Senja.

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from $5,700

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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Sail Fuglefjorden’s polar haven
• Visit Raudfjord’s icy expanse
• Discover Trygghamna whaling relics

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Set out on an 11-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, departing from Longyearbyen to explore remote North Spitsbergen. Discover historic whaling sites, pristine glaciers, and diverse Arctic birdlife like the Little Auk, and witness polar bears in their natural habitat.

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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

Activities

Urban Exploration

Activity Level

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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from $19,615

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Svalbard Summer Photo Tour with Paul Goldstein

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Hike historic Ytre Norskøya
• Visit remote Kvitøya island
• Spot whales near shelf edge
• Explore Sjuøyane’s wild cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Svalbard’s Arctic landscapes on this 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord. Visit walrus colonies, whaling sites, and bird cliffs. Cruise along glaciers, search the sea ice for polar bears, and take in the northernmost islands of Sjuøyane before returning to Longyearbyen.

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from $3,250

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South Spitsbergen, Bear Island & Mainland Norway - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore South Spitsbergen fjords
• Zodiac excursions in Hornsund
• Discover Bear Island wildlife
• Northern Lights viewing nights
• Watch for whales at sea

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Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 6‑day Arctic expedition aboard MV Hondius from Longyearbyen to Tromso, exploring South Spitsbergen’s glaciers and fjords, visiting remote Bear Island, watching for whales and seabirds, and chasing the Northern Lights under polar skies

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from $3,250

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A Taste of North Spitsbergen - Compact Arctic Adventure

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen town
• Visit Ny Alesund settlement
• Reach the Arctic pack ice
• Spot walruses at Poolepynten

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail aboard Ortelius on a 6-day Arctic cruise through Svalbard and North Spitsbergen. You explore Longyearbyen, Kongsfjorden, and the pack ice, visit Ny Alesund, and search for whales, walruses, and polar wildlife along remote fjords and coastlines.

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from $3,250

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South Spitsbergen, Bear Island & Mainland Norway - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Experience Hornsund fjords
• Zodiac to Hornbreen
• Sail Arctic sea boundaries
• Land on Bear Island
• Watch whales at sea

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Tromso

Activities

Northern Lights

Activity Level

Variable

Join Ortelius on a 6-day Arctic cruise through Spitsbergen and Bear Island. You explore Hornsund’s glaciers, sail productive Arctic seas, land on Bear Island, watch for whales and seabirds, and end your voyage among Norway’s fjords in Tromso.

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from $6,490

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Springtime in Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Hike Alkhornet cliffs
• Visit Prins Karls Forland
• Walk Bellsund tundra
• Search Hornsund fjord ice

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard in May, where you can witness the stunning landscapes and wildlife, including polar bears and walruses. Experience the vibrant awakening of spring in this pristine environment aboard the M/S Quest.

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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

Activity Level

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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from $3,000

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Arctic Ocean - Spitsbergen: Jan Mayen, Ice Edge & Birding

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Grimsey Island
• Visit Jan Mayen volcano
• Observe polar bears
• Land at Alkhornet cliffs

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Akureyri / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic cruise aboard MV Plancius, sailing from Iceland to Spitsbergen. Explore Jan Mayen, the sea ice edge, and rich bird colonies while observing whales, polar bears, and Arctic wildlife.

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