8-Day Norway Cruises

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

Activities

Village Visits

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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 $13,895

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Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Discover Svalbard’s tundra
• Wander Longyearbyen’s town

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Oslo / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover the thrill of seeing walruses, seals, whales, reindeer, arctic foxes, guillemots, and puffins. Cruise past blue glacier fronts and picturesque fjords, and relish tundra hikes in breathtaking landscapes.

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from $14,895

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Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Douglas Mawson

• Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Discover Svalbard’s tundra
• Wander Longyearbyen’s town

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Longyearbyen

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Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Kayaking

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Variable

Experience Spitsbergen on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the Douglas Mawson, where you search for polar bears and admire Atlantic walruses in stunning fjords. Enjoy guided hikes across the tundra and explore historic traps, combining breathtaking nature with rich history.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Spot minke whales
• See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
• Witness the Monaco Glacier

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen, historic town
• Visit Raudfjord, expansive glaciers
• Discover Monaco Glacier, ice cliffs
• Visit Alkhornet, Arctic wildlife

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the pack ice of northern Spitsbergen, offering abundant chances to spot whales, polar bears, seabirds, walruses, and a diverse array of Arctic wildlife.

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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

Starts / Ends

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 $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

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

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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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Wander Longyearbyen charming street
• Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
• Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
• Sail Isfjorden scenic waters

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring northern Spitsbergen’s stunning landscapes, from vast sea ice to dramatic coastlines. Enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, including whales and polar bears, scenic landings, and coastal hikes.

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from $3,950

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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Watch for polar bears and walrus
• Visit Kongsfjorden and Isfjord
• Ski the snowy Arctic terrain
• Enjoy zodiac cruising and hiking

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Skiing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day Arctic expedition aboard the sailing vessel Rembrandt van Rijn. Explore Western Spitsbergen and have multiple opportunities to ski in the alpine terrain of the Arctic.

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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

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

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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from $6,299

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Arctic Sojourn

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Visit Svalbard Museum
• Discover Nybyen
• Spot Arctic wildlife

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Oslo

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Explore towering glaciers and serene fjords, and spot Arctic wildlife. Guided shore landings and Zodiac safaris reveal Svalbard’s rich history and stunning landscapes.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• Cruise along Monaco Glacier
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research station

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Scuba Diving

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the Arctic wonders of North Spitsbergen on the Basecamp cruise. Hike, snowshoe, kayak, and capture the beauty of polar wildlife and landscapes.

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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

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

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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from $6,495

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Spitsbergen Highlights: Wildlife Capital of the Arctic

Helsinki Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Helsinki’s Design District
• Witness Lilliehook Glacier calving
• Photograph Monaco Glacier icebergs
• Discover historic Smeerenburg settl

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 8-day Arctic expedition aboard Ultramarine from Helsinki to Longyearbyen. Explore glaciers, fjords, and wildlife in Svalbard. Visit historic whaling settlements, photograph towering cliffs and icebergs, and enjoy guided Zodiac excursions, Finnish saunas, and vibrant city experiences in Helsinki.

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from $5,495

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Svalbard: North to the Midnight Sun

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Explore Northeast Svalbard
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Visit Ny-Ålesund station
• Explore Longyearbyen

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Citizen Science

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through this 8-day breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard, from Longyearbyen to the icy edge of the North Pole aboard Ocean Albatros. Encounter glaciers, walruses, seabirds, and polar bears while uncovering the region’s rich exploration history.

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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

Starts / Ends

Paris / Paris

Activities

Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

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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from $7,060

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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

Starts / Ends

Glasgow / Bergen

Activities

Local Market Visits

Activity Level

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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from $6,820

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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

Starts / Ends

Glasgow / Bergen

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

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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