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Zip up your parka & grab your scarf, as you set out to explore Scandinavia. Cruise through the icy waters of the Arctic Ocean, visiting NorwayFinland, Sweden, Iceland, Denmark & Greenland. Upon these frozen countries, distinct ways of life have developed around the glaciers & frigid waters that characterize Scandinavia. One of the defining features of the region are the breathtaking fjords, like those of Scoresbysund, which can be explored by Zodiac. As you cross through the Arctic circle, you will spot whales, polar bears, seals, and sea birds. Don't miss the nighttime spectacle of Aurora Borealis. From Svalbard to Reykjavik to Greenland's ice-capped tundra & coasts, a Scandinavian cruise takes you through one of the most remote and intriguing regions of our planet, perhaps including a visit to the North Pole itself. Contact our travel specialists to start planning.
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Expedition SvalbardSavings$829011Jun 30, 2023Cruise the fantastic fjords of Svalbard, Norway on this 11-day cruise on the M/S Quest. Make daily landings with Zodiac craft to find remnants of the …
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Around Spitsbergen - Kvitoya, In the realm of Polar Bear & IceSavings$540010Aug 10, 2023Embark the MV Hondius for a 10-day expedition cruise around the Spitsbergen archipelago, where you'll likely see the mighty polar bears, walrus, …
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Iceland & Greenland: Edge of the ArcticSavings$2098018Jul 29, 2023Join this 18-day voyage aboard National Geographic Explorer to follow the routes of explorers, from Iceland’s magnificent Westfjords peninsula, …
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Svalbard Encounter Expedition Micro CruiseSavings$94307Jul 30, 2023Join the 7-day summer cruise through Svalbard aboard the MV Vikingfjord and discover the breathtaking wilderness, glaciers, and natural beauty of …
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Spitsbergen In Depth: Big Island, Big AdventureSavings$1199514Jul 7, 2023Join Ocean Adventurer as it cruises across the island of Spitsbergen on this 14-day Arctic expedition cruise. See polar bears, walrus and reindeer …
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Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East GreenlandSavings$1149514Sep 8, 2023Take a two-week Ocean Adventurer voyage to see Iceland and northeast Greenland. Roundtrip from Reykjavik, immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of …
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Greenland In DepthSavings$913113Aug 25, 2023Explore on a 13-day Greenland discovery cruise aboard SH Vega. Learn more about the way of life in West Greenland.
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Greenland of Great ExplorersSavings$1665015Jun 28, 2023Explore the high Arctic on this 15-day expedition cruise aboard the L'Austral, following the footsteps of the great French explorers of the 19th …
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Spitsbergen Photography: Domain of the Polar BearSavings$1149514May 18, 2023This two-week Arctic cruise aboard the brand new expedition vessel Ultramarine, equipped with 20 quick-launching Zodiacs, luxurious onboard amenities …
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Fjords and glaciers of SpitsbergenSavings$103308Jun 14, 2023Fly to Norway's Longyearbyen and board the L'Austral for an 8-day Svalbard expedition cruise. Discover the exceptional wildlife that lives in these …
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The majestic, ice-covered tundra of Scandinavia proudly crowns the globe. Unlike tropical cruises where snorkeling & tanning are the highlights, here you'll need to bundle up as you get acquainted with the fascinating and unique sites of the Arctic Circle
  • Norway: Witness the incredible biodiversity of the Sea of Okhotsk, where polar bears & seals tread through the waters; Get to know the Spitsbergen archipelago, home to Svalbard Longyearbyen.
     
  • Iceland: Immerse yourself in Norse folklore as you follow in the steps of the Vikings. Explore the West Coast & Ísafjördur, considered by many to be one of the most magnificent fjords in the Arctic. In Reykjavik, museums and buildings preserve ancient artifacts and architecture.
No matter which cruise you choose, you are sure to see the marvelous Northern Lights (Aurora Borealis). Some crusies even offer exclusive expeditions to the North Pole

 
Getting to Scandinavia
Scandinavia comprises the whole northern region of Europe, including Iceland, Norway, Sweden, Finland, and Denmark. So depending on where you are traveling from and where you are traveling to, there are a number of options:

From Europe by bus or train: Europe's intricate and consistent bus and train network makes it easy to get a train to most major cities in Scandinavia (other than those in Iceland, of course). Since some destinations require overnight commutes, trains typically provide cabin cars to sleep in.

From Europe by plane: If you are traveling from other parts of Europe that are too far to go by train or bus, then it's easy to find a flight that connects to the major cities in all Scandinavian countries. This is also the only way to get to Iceland.

From the United States, Asia, & Australia: There are many direct flights from both coasts of the United States and throughout Asia. From Australia & New Zealand, you will have to connect via Europe or Asia.

Getting around Scandinavia
If you are already in Scandinavia, a good alternative to land or air transportation is taking a ferry or speedboat. These will take you to most of the major port cities from which the cruises depart.
 

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