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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $44,720
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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Jan Mayen
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.
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Polar bear and cub
from $13,795
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Arctic Odyssey Under a Solar Eclipse

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s rich history
  • Sail through Isfjorden’s calm water
  • Discover Svalbard’s glaciers
  • Witness a total solar eclipse
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen, and experience the midnight sun while exploring Svalbard's stunning fjords and wildlife. Witness a rare total solar eclipse in the Arctic, then sail to Iceland's breathtaking Westfjords before concluding your adventure in Reykjavik.
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Svalbard Landscape
from $8,560
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Fjords and Glaciers of Spitsbergen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Longyearbyen landscapes
  • See Ny-Alesund research settlement
  • Ice floe exploration
  • Discover Texas Bar hut
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Paris / Paris
Activities
Archaeological Site Visits, Kayaking, Hiking
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Variable
Explore Spitsbergen on an 8-day cruise through Arctic fjords, ice edges, trapper huts, glaciers, and scientific settlements. Visit Longyearbyen, Samarinvagen, Varsolbukta, Texas Bar, Liefdefjorden, Raudfjorden, and Ny Alesund. Step ashore at historic sites, and navigate icy waters by ship and zodiac.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $20,769
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Fjords and glaciers of Spitsbergen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Hike near Texas Bar
  • Enjoy Monaco Glacier views
  • Discover Soraust Nature Reserve
  • Explore the preserved Pyramiden
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Paris / Paris
Activities
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 8-day cruise through Norway’s Svalbard archipelago aboard Le Lyrial. Visit Longyearbyen, Ny-Alesund, Texas Bar, Alkefjellet, and Isfjorden. Hike Arctic landscapes, view glaciers, encounter wildlife, and explore historic Arctic settlements.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $4,500
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East Spitsbergen - Home of the Polar Bear, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s town
  • See Stellingfjellet’s bird colonies
  • Sail through Hornsund fjords
  • Experience Bell Sund’s history
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and historic sites. Spot polar bears, seals, and belugas while you can also participate in activities like long hikes or cleaning the shores.
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A towering iceberg
from $4,000
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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s history
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Hike Alkhorne
  • Explore historic Ny Ålesund
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Embark on an 8-day adventure aboard Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s Arctic wilderness. Visit remote settlements, observe wildlife, and explore the region’s history and culture.
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Spot the Minke whale
from $3,050
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South Spitsbergen - Bear Island - Norway

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Cruise Arctic fjords
  • Chance to see polar bears
  • Explore historic whaling station
  • See Aurora Borealis
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Longyearbyen / Tromso
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Variable
Set sail on a 6-day Arctic adventure aboard MV Plancius and discover South Spitsbergen, Bear Island, and Tromsø, spotting polar bears, whales, seabirds, and glaciers. Enjoy historic sites, fjord cruising, and the breathtaking Aurora Borealis.
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A polar bear and her playful cub.
from $15,508
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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • View polar bears on the pack ice
  • Observe walruses and other wildlife
  • Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
  • Enjoy superlative photos ops
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Oslo / Oslo
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Variable
Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Resolution to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and more. This active tour offers chances to hike, kayak, and take Zodiac tours among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $7,895
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Svalbard Circumnavigation: The Ultimate Arctic Quest

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Witness polar wildlife
  • Cruise Hinlopen Strait
  • Encounter walrus colonies
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund settlement
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Citizen Science
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Variable
Experience a 10-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros, exploring Svalbard’s dramatic landscapes and historic sites. Witness towering glaciers, walrus colonies, and seabird cliffs as the expedition sails through ice-filled waters.
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Full solar eclipse over mountains and sea
from $24,295
EBD
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Jewels of the Arctic: Greenland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Witness the solar eclipse
  • Encounter Svalbard wildlife
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Experience Greenland’s wildlife
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to experience the stunning polar north, from Svalbard’s cliffs filled with seabirds to polar bears on ice. Witness the total solar eclipse in Greenland and seek Arctic wildlife among breathtaking landscapes.
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Walruses coming ashore in the arctic
from $15,267
Upto $4000
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Circumnavigating Svalbard: The Ultimate Expedition

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Venture to the Arctic ice edge
  • Encounter wildlife in Svalbard
  • Trace whaling history of Bellsund
  • Explore Longyearbyen Arctic town
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 14-day Svalbard expedition cruise on MS Fram, starting in Longyearbyen, to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscapes and wildlife. Experience hiking, kayaking, and daily landings at sites like Brasvellbreen Glacier and Hornsund before returning to Oslo.
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Beautiful arctic landscape
from $13,295
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Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
  • Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
  • Hike the tundra and explore
  • Spot polar bears, walrus, and more
  • See Greenland’s Scoresbysund fjords
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Helsinki / Reykjavik
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Variable
Sail on this 15-day Three Arctic Islands cruise starting in Helsinki and ending in Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine. Explore Svalbard’s wildlife-rich landscapes, Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, and the Denmark Strait. Highlights include Zodiac cruises, glacier visits, and spotting polar bears, muskoxen, and Arctic seabirds.
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Glaciers and beautiful arctic tundra.
from $15,095
EBD $2000
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Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland, and Spitsbergen

Helsinki - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore East Greenland fjords
  • Cruise Spitsbergen’s icy wilderness
  • Discover Iceland’s wild Westfjords
  • Visit ancient Thule sites
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Helsinki / Reykjavik
Activities
Photography Seminars
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic journey aboard Ultramarine from Helsinki to Reykjavik. Explore Spitsbergen’s glaciers and wildlife, cruise through Greenland’s icy fjords, and experience Iceland’s remote Westfjords. Enjoy guided Zodiac landings, Arctic history talks, and breathtaking scenery from the world’s most captivating polar regions.
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Colorful houses of Svalbard
from $11,725
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Arctic Odyssey from Svalbard to Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Svalbard’s icy fjords
  • Sail past Beerenberg volcano
  • Discover Scoresbysund fjords
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Whale Watching
Activity Level
Variable
Sail across the Arctic on a 15-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard SH Vega. Spot polar bears in Svalbard, see Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes, and explore Greenland’s Scoresbysund fjord system and remote town of Ittoqqortoormiit. Visit Iceland’s Ísafjordur and seabird-rich Vigur Island before ending in vibrant Reykjavik.
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Incredible views in Burgerbukta
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
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
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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Exploring Greenland
from $22,295
EBD
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant cityscape
  • Discover Svalbard’s fjords
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Experience Greenland’s vast fjords
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Oslo / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Oslo to Reykjavik. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.
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Iconic Krossfjorden
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
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
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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View of Longyearbyen
from $25,762
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Arctic Island Odyssey—Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s wilderness
  • Navigate Scoresby Sund high cliffs
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s research base
  • Sail the Denmark Strait
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the MS Fram, exploring Ny Alesund and Northeast Greenland National Park. Enjoy small boat excursions, wildlife sightings, and learn through lectures while visiting remote communities and stunning fjords.
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