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from $18,595

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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Ilulissat Icefjord
• Discover Northwest Passage
• Visit Inuit communities
• Cruise iceberg fjords

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Reykjavik / Calgary

Activities

Kayaking, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Citizen Science, Spa Relaxation

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Sail from Reykjavik on a 17-day Arctic expedition aboard Ultramarine. Fly to Kangerlussuaq, cross the Davis Strait, explore Baffin Island and the Northwest Passage, visit Inuit communities, cruise remote fjords, and discover West Greenland highlights including Ilulissat Icefjord and Maniitsoq.

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from $22,595

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West Greenland: Exploring the Far North

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cross Arctic Circle
• Discover Disko Bay
• Experience Qaanaaq culture
• Walk Ilulissat Icefjord

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Village Visits

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Variable

Sail on a 16-day Arctic cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard Ocean Explorer. Experience Greenland’s remote communities, stunning fjords, drifting icebergs, active glaciers, and rich Inuit culture. Visit Ilulissat Icefjord, Uummannaq, Qaanaaq, Eqip Sermia, Disko Bay, and Sisimiut while exploring landscapes shaped by sea, ice, and tradition.

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Discover Spitsbergen on this 15-day cruise aboard the Ultramarine exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundras. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds like puffins and guillemots. Visit historical whaling outposts, colorful tundra meadows, and breathtaking locations like Alkefjellet and the 14th of July Glacier.

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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

Aberdeen - Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Discover Aberdeen's Granite City
• Explore Fair Isle's seabirds
• Visit the Faroe Islands
• See Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes

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Aberdeen / Helsinki

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Variable

Join this 15-day Arctic Saga cruise starting in Aberdeen. Discover Fair Isle's seabirds, the rugged Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, & Spitsbergen's majestic fjords. Watch for whales, puffins, & polar bears while enjoying Zodiac cruises, guided hikes, & cultural experiences. Lastly, visit Longyearbyen before returning to Helsinki.

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from $17,195

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Explore Spitsbergen’s on this 15-day cruise from Helsinki and back aboard Ocean Explorer. Witness the untamed beauty, cruising past towering glaciers, colorful tundra, and dramatic fjords. Spot polar bears, seabird colonies, and walrus haul-outs. Discover sites like Alkefjellet, Ny-London, and 14th of July Glacier.

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from $14,495

EBD $2000

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Essential Patagonia: Chilean Fjords and Torres del Paine

Buenos Aires - Punta Arenas - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Visit Cape Horn
• Hike Torres del Paine
• Explore Pia Glacier
• Cruise Chilean Fjords

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Buenos Aires / Santiago

Activities

Helicopter Tours, Stand Up Paddle Boarding

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Variable

Sail on a 15-day Patagonian cruise from Buenos Aires to Santiago on Ultramarine, flying to Ushuaia before sailing past Cape Horn, Glacier Alley, & the fjords of Tierra del Fuego. Explore Puerto Natales, hike Torres del Paine, visit a Patagonian estancia, & discover penguin colonies, glaciers, waterfalls, & historic sites across Chilean Patagonia.

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from $13,595

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Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

Iceland - Newfoundland - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Witness Torngat Mountains wildlife
• Witness Ilulissat Icefjord
• Hike Torngat fjords
• Visit Viking settlement ruins

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Iceland / St. John's

Activities

Biking

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Variable

Embark on a 14-day Ultramarine expedition from Greenland to Newfoundland. Explore Ilulissat Icefjord, Torngat Mountains, and Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows. Experience Arctic and boreal environments, witness polar and boreal wildlife, and engage with Inuit and Greenlandic culture on a journey across North America’s north.

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from $16,095

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Total Solar Eclipse: Iceland to Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Witness the total solar eclipse
• Explore seldom-visited Westfjords
• Sail through King Oscar Fjord
• Cross the Arctic Circle

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Variable

Join a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Ultramarine. Discover Iceland's Westfjords, explore Greenland's Scoresby Sound and witness the stunning solar eclipse. Visit remote fjords, glaciers, and historical Viking settlements. This unique journey offers Zodiac excursions, expert-led talks, and stunning landscapes.

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from $12,495

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Iceland Circumnavigation: Helicopters, Glaciers and Volcanoes

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Visit Kirkjufell and waterfall
• Explore Westfjords’ wildlife gems
• See Dettifoss waterfall
• Cross the Arctic Circle

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Iceland / Reykjavik

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise through Iceland's stunning landscapes and rich wildlife. Explore the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, and Arctic Circle aboard the Ultramarine, with guided hikes, Zodiac tours, and glacier adventures.

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from $14,195

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Iceland Circumnavigation: Mountains, Volcanoes and Waterfalls

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Explore Iceland’s remote Westfjords
• Cross the Arctic Circle
• Discover Vatnajokull’s glaciers
• Encounter Westman Islands wildlife

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day Icelandic voyage aboard Ultramarine, beginning and ending in Reykjavik. Explore the dramatic Westfjords, cross the Arctic Circle in Northern Iceland, and experience East Iceland’s majestic fjords. Visit the Westman Islands, see glaciers, volcanoes, and puffins, and witness the country’s incredible geological diversity.

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from $11,595

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South Greenland: Exploring Glaciers, Fjords and Viking Culture

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Discover Ikersuaq fjords
• Trace Norse history
• Cruise Prins Christian Sund
• Trek through Uunartoq

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Camping

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Variable

Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik to Nuuk aboard Ultramarine and explore glaciers, fjords, Norse ruins, hot springs, colorful villages, and dramatic Arctic coastlines. Experience hiking, Zodiac rides, wildlife viewing, and historic sites such as Hvalsey and Qassiarsuk while discovering Greenland’s culture, landscapes, and communities.

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from $11,595

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Navigate Svalbard fjords
• Observe Arctic wildlife
• View calving glaciers
• Discover migratory birds

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Start in Helsinki before flying to Longyearbyen to board Ocean Explorer for an 11-day journey through Svalbard’s spring environments. Travel through fjords, sea ice, and coastal areas while observing Arctic wildlife, glaciers, and shifting light. Return to Helsinki after exploring a wide range of remote and seasonal landscapes.

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from $19,095

EBD $2000

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Antarctic Peninsula: A Rare Exploration of the Weddell Sea

Ushuaia Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cross Weddell Sea
• Visit Adélie Colonies
• Join Zodiac excursions
• Discover Volcanic Cliffs

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Port of Ushuaia / Port of Ushuaia

Activity Level

Variable

Sail on a 12-day journey from Ushuaia on Ocean Explorer and cross the Drake Passage to reach towering ice, major penguin colonies, and historic sites across the Weddell Sea and Antarctic Sound. Experience Zodiac excursions, wildlife viewing, and striking geological features before returning to Ushuaia.

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from $9,795

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Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Cruise the Denmark Strait
• Explore Northeast Greenland’s fjord
• Interact with Inuit communities
• Visit Kong Oscar Fjords and Ella

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Northern Lights

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Variable

Sail on this 11-day Arctic adventure aboard Ultramarine starting in Reykjavik and explore Northeast Greenland’s rugged fjords and remote landscapes. Spot muskoxen, sail through ice-filled waters, and interact with Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises and a chance to witness the Northern Lights. End your journey back in Reykjavik with unforgettable Arctic memories.

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Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals

Buenos Aires Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Engage with leading scientists
• Learn from polar experts
• Observe whales and penguins
• Cross the Drake Passage

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Buenos Aires / Buenos Aires

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Sail on this 11-Day Antarctic Marine Mammals: The World of Whales and Seals cruise Buenos Aires roundtrip aboard the World Voyager. Witness breathtaking glaciers, towering icebergs, and diverse wildlife. Join expert scientists in marine research, participate in citizen science programs, and listen to underwater whale vocalizations via hydrophones.

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from $9,895

EBD $2000

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Svalbard in Summer: Tundra, Whales and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Cruise Arctic Fjords
• Spot Polar Bears
• Discover Seabird Cliffs
• Explore Hornsund Glacier

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day Arctic adventure from Helsinki, Finland to Svalbard aboard Ultramarine. Experience stunning fjords, towering glaciers, and thriving wildlife under the Midnight Sun. Discover seabird cliffs, walruses, and reindeer while exploring the pristine wilderness of Hornsund, Isfjorden, and Krossfjorden before returning to Helsinki.

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from $15,595

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Northeast Greenland: Glaciers and Fjords

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Visit Segelsällskäbets Fjord
• Cruise scenic Alpefjord
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
• Discover Kong Oscar Fjord’s rugged

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Variable

Set sail on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavík to Northeast Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer. Explore striking fjords, rugged cliffs, Arctic wildlife, and remote Inuit communities. Experience Zodiac cruises, scenic sailings across the Denmark Strait, and memorable moments in some of the Arctic’s most dramatic landscapes.

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from $13,895

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West Greenland: Discovering Massive Icebergs and Inuit Communities

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise Eternity Fjord amid cliffs
• See Sisimiut’s Arctic culture
• Hike Itilleq Fjord
• Spot Arctic wildlife

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Variable

Experience an 11-day voyage from Reykjavík to Greenland aboard Ocean Explorer, visiting Eternity Fjord, Sisimiut, Eqip Sermia Glacier, and Ilulissat Icefjord, with glacier cruising, wildlife viewing, Zodiac landings, hikes, and visits to remote Inuit communities along Greenland’s eastern and northern coasts.

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