Scandinavia Cultural Trips

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

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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 $20,165

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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

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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 $20,165

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Svalbard Spring Photo Tour

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Visit Poolepynten walrus colony
• Cruise near Svitjodbreen glacier
• Search ice edge wildlife
• Explore Hornsund bird cliffs

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Photography Seminars

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Join a 10-day Svalbard cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing round-trip from Longyearbyen. Visit Poolepynten’s walrus colony, explore ice edges near Fuglefjorden, and land at sites like Copper Camp and Camp Bell. Discover Hornsund’s bird cliffs and historic huts before returning north through Isfjorden to Longyearbyen.

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from $19,185

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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord

• Search icy polar habitats
• See Austfonna ice cap
• Observe Alkefjellet bird cliff
• Visit Ny-Ålesund station

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Explore Svalbard on a 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen. Visit walrus colonies at Poolepynten, glaciers like Bråsvellbreen and Kronebreen, bird cliffs at Alkefjellet, and historical sites such as Sallyhamna and Hamburgbukta. Search for polar bears and wildlife along the ice edge.

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from $6,000

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North Spitsbergen Explorer – Into the Pack Ice – Polar Bear & Whale

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen town
• Encounter Arctic wildlife
• Sail near Monaco Glacier and observ
• Spot polar bears & whales

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day North Spitsbergen Expedition aboard the MV Plancius, sailing deep into the Arctic pack ice and remote northern Svalbard. Explore Longyearbyen, Raudfjord, and Monaco Glacier while watching for polar bears, walruses, whales, and seabirds in their natural Arctic habitat.

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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

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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 $9,999

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Arctic Norway Passage

Tromso to Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

• Explore Tromso’s Arctic culture
• Discover Bear Island wildlife
• Join Zodiac glacier landings
• Watch whales in fjords

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Tromso / Oslo

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Whale Watching

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Embark on a 12-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard aboard World Voyager. Cruise past North Cape and Bear Island. Explore glaciers, fjords, and tundra while spotting wildlife such as polar bears, whales, and puffins. End your adventure in Longyearbyen surrounded by Arctic peaks and icy fjords.

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from $29,990

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Baltic Splendor: Stockholm to Copenhagen

Stockholm - Copenhagen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
• Wander Tallinn’s medieval streets
• Discover Helsinki’s Design Museum
• Explore Visby’s medieval walls

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Stockholm / Copenhagen

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Embark on a 12-day cruise from Stockholm to Copenhagen on Scenic Eclipse II, exploring vibrant cities like Tallinn, Helsinki, and Riga. Enjoy cultural experiences, picturesque villages, and scenic coastlines, with a mix of relaxation and engaging excursions.

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from $9,440

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Iconic Capitals & Towns of the Baltic

Copenhagen - Helsinki - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Discover Copenhagen's canals
• Stroll Gudhjem's streets
• Explore Gdansk's history
• Walk Visby's fortifications

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Copenhagen / Helsinki

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Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard Le Champlain, exploring historic towns, iconic capitals, and stunning landscapes. Highlights include Gdansk’s amber charm, Stockholm’s ABBA legacy, Tallinn’s medieval allure, and Helsinki’s Art Nouveau beauty, with curated excursions at every port.

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from $63,430

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Ultimate Baltic & Nordic Marvels

Stockholm - Bergen - 22 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse II

• Explore Stockholm’s royal landmarks
• Wander Tallinn’s cobbled old town
• Tour Bornholm’s beach towns
• Visit Nyborg Castle

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Stockholm / Bergen

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Embark on a 22-day Scenic Eclipse II cruise through Scandinavia and Northern Europe, visiting cities like Stockholm, Oslo, and Copenhagen. Experience rich culture, stunning fjords, and charming coastal towns while enjoying daily excursions and regional cuisine.

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from $18,020

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From the North Sea to the Baltic

Bergen to Helsinki - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Enter Visby through medieval walls
• Explore Tallinn medieval old town
• Helsinki design district
• Explore Stockholm archipelago city

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Bergen / Helsinki

Activities

Urban Exploration, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise from Bergen through Norway’s dramatic fjords and Baltic capitals aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Sail Lysefjorden, explore Egersund and Kristiansand, cross the Baltic Sea, and discover Visby, Stockholm, Tallinn, and Helsinki with guided cultural and scenic experiences.

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from $9,210

$1000 SBC

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Cruising the Historic Cities of the Baltic Sea – with Smithsonian Journeys

Helsinki - Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Explore Helsinki’s historic center
• Visit Tallinn’s medieval center
• Stroll Stockholm’s Gamla Stan
• Experience Gdansk’s golden door

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Helsinki / Copenhagen

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Join this 8-day cruise aboard the Le Champlain featuring a special onboard talk by Nobel laureate Lech Walesa in Gdansk. Explore vibrant cities, historic landmarks, and stunning UNESCO sites from Helsinki to Copenhagen.

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from $13,990

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Norwegian Fjords

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• See Bergen UNESCO Bryggen district
• Alesund Art Nouveau architecture
• Geirangerfjord cliff views
• Visit Skudeneshavn heritage town

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Bergen / Arendal

Activities

Village Visits

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Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Champlain and sail Norway’s fjords to Fredrikstad. Visit Alesund, Geirangerfjord, Nordfjordeid, Lysefjorden, Skudeneshavn, Egersund, and Arendal. Enjoy guided walks, cultural museums, and dramatic fjord scenery. Explore UNESCO sites, Viking heritage, and coastal villages while cruising through Norway’s natural landscapes.

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from $28,420

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Svalbard, Arctic Circle & Scottish Isles

Longyearbyen - Glasgow - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Observe Samarinvagen’s glacier
• Discover Bear Island cliffs
• Walk Reinoya’s raised beaches
• Visit Skarsvag to see wild reindeer

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Longyearbyen / Glasgow

Activities

Wildlife Viewing

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Variable

Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard Aqua Lares, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring Norway's scenic fjords and coastal towns, including Tromso and Alesund. Discover the Shetland Islands and iconic sites in Scotland like the Callanish Stones and the Isle of Iona before concluding in Glasgow.

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from $10,540

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The Legendary Fjords of Norway

Bergen to Fredrikstad - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain

• Visit Maloy’s scenic coastline
• Experience Fredrikstad’s fortress
• Sail through Geirangerfjord’s cliff
• Cruise through Lysefjord’s cliffs

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Bergen / Kristiansand

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Embark on a 9-day Legendary Fjords of Norway cruise aboard Le Champlain. Experience Norway’s raw beauty, rich history, and vibrant culture on a seamless cruise adventure.

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from $8,111

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Scandinavia and the Baltic Sea: Coasts, Islands and Archipelagos

Stockholm to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Visit Vasa Museum
• Sail Sweden’s Stockholm Archipelago
• Experience Baltic Sea locations
• See seabirds at Karlso

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Stockholm / Copenhagen

Activities

Local Market Visits, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Stockholm to Copenhagen on an 8-day Baltic Sea voyage aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Explore the Stockholm Archipelago, Aland Islands, Visby, Stora Karlso, and Bornholm, with expert-guided hikes, kayaking, and visits to UNESCO sites.

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from $28,420

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Scottish Isles, Arctic Circles & Svalbard

Glasgow - Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Aqua Lares

• Explore Iona landscapes
• Discover Staffa and sea caves
• Visit Callanish Stones site
• Admire Alesund's coastal views

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Glasgow / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Aqua Lares through Scotland, Norway, and Svalbard, visiting historic sites and wildlife-rich areas. Experience the beauty of remote landscapes and Arctic wildlife while enjoying expert-guided excursions and small-ship comfort.

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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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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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