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Incredible ice in Svalbard
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
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Scuba Diving
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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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A polar landscape
from $2,800
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Arctic Ocean - Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Experience Jan Mayen, volcanic land
  • Explore Akureyri’s historic charm
  • Sail Spitsbergen’s icy waters
  • Discover Alkhornet’s seabird cliffs
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Akureyri / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius, sail from Iceland’s volcanic shores to Spitsbergen’s icy fjords and towering peaks, crossing the Arctic Circle and visiting remote Jan Mayen’s seabird-rich cliffs. Watch for whales, seals, and polar bears along the way.
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The beautiful City Reine at Lofoten Islands
from $21,595
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Northern Lights Explorer

Tromso - Reykjavik - 18 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Tromso's Arctic Wonders
  • Witness Northern Lights show
  • Walk through Torsken village
  • Discover Greenland's icy fjords
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Tromso / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on an 18-day cruise from Tromso to Reykjavik aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring remote islands and villages along Norway, Iceland, and Greenland’s coastlines. Witness the northern lights and enjoy highlights like hiking the Westfjords, the Dynjandi waterfall, and exploring Scoresbysund’s vast fjord system.
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
from $13,095
Up to 40%
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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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Northern Lights near Tromso, Norway
from $20,395
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Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights

Reykjavik - Tromso - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Gullfoss, stunning waterfall
  • Enjoy Vigur, birdwatching paradise
  • Experience Svalbard’s wilderness
  • Witness Norway’s northern lights
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Reykjavik / Tromso
Activities
Northern Lights
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Tromso aboard the Sylvia Earle, exploring the landscapes of Iceland and the beauty of the High Arctic. Experience waterfalls, wildlife, and locations like Vigur Island, Jan Mayen, and Svalbard, culminating in breathtaking views of Norway and prime opportunities to witness the northern lights.
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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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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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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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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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An Arctic fox gazes across the landscape
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
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Photography Seminars, Citizen Science
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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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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
from $10,720
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Sublime Svalbard—From Hamburg via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Hamburg - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Hamburg’s UNESCO warehouses
  • Stroll Esbjerg’s compact center
  • Hike rugged Lofoten terrain
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
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Hamburg / Longyearbyen
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Set off on a 14-day Arctic expedition cruise from Hamburg to Svalbard, featuring cultural stops in Denmark and Norway. Explore stunning fjords, the Arctic Circle, and Spitsbergen, where you might spot polar bears before disembarking in Longyearbyen.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $7,795
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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
  • Sail from Leith’s historic port
  • Walk Torshavn’s colorful streets
  • Cruise past Svalbard’s icy fjords
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Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen on the Sea Spirit, exploring Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle's volcanic landscapes and Svalbard's pristine wilderness with expert-led excursions and breathtaking scenery.
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
from $22,995
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Jewels of the Arctic - Spitsbergen & East Greenland

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant city
  • Sail through Svalbard’s coastlines
  • Spot whales in Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Experience the beauty of Svalbard and East Greenland on this 15-day adventure cruise aboard the Sylvia Earle. See polar bears, walruses, and guillemots in their natural habitats. Explore the world's largest fjord, Scoresbysund, and visit the remote Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit.
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Blomstrandhalvoya landing with water and ice breaks in between, Spitsbergen Svalbard
from $36,190
No SS
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The Geographic North Pole

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen frontier
  • Navigate drifting Arctic sea ice
  • Reach the Geographic North Pole
  • Visit Ny Alesund scientific base
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Arctic expedition aboard Le Commandant Charcot, starting in Longyearbyen and sailing through Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes to the North Pole. Experience wildlife encounters, visit Ny Alesund, and explore breathtaking fjords while enjoying Zodiac landings with expert guides.
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Mysterious Spitsbergen scenery
from $3,100
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Aberdeen’s Granite City
  • Discover Fair Isle seabirds
  • Witness Mt. Beerenberg
  • Search for Spitsbergen’s wildlife
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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, spotting orcas and exploring Fair Isle's seabird colonies and grey seals. Continue to Jan Mayen and search for polar bears and whales near the sea ice.
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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $13,395
EBD $2000
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Scotland to Spitsbergen: Puffins, Sea Ice and Wildlife

Aberdeen, Scotland - Helsinki - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Orkney Neolithic Ruins
  • Cruise Norwegian Arctic Fjords
  • Discover Shetland Viking Sites
  • Observe Bear Island Birds
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
Activities
Kayaking, Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Spa Relaxation
Activity Level
Variable
Sail on 17 days aboard Ultramarine from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen. Explore Orkney and Shetland’s Neolithic ruins, Norwegian fjords, and Svalbard’s glaciers, ice, seabird colonies, and Arctic wildlife. Participate in Zodiac cruises, hikes, and cultural encounters while observing polar bears, walrus, whales, and Arctic birds in their natural habitats.
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Full solar eclipse over mountains and sea
from $24,295
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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
Activity Level
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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Polar bear and cub
from $9,999
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Midnight Fjord Quest

Longyearbyen to Reykjavík - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Svalbard wilderness
  • Visit Longyearbyen village
  • Observe whales and seabirds
  • Watch Arctic whales
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Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on a 13-day Arctic cruise from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard World Voyager. Experience the wild beauty of Svalbard, remote Jan Mayen, and Greenland’s stunning fjords. Spot polar bears, whales, and reindeer, and cross the Arctic Circle as expert guides lead Zodiac landings and unforgettable wildlife encounters.
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
from $16,995
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An Arctic Wildlife Expedition in Svalbard

Oslo Rountrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Oslo’s cultural capital
  • Cruise wildlife-rich Monacobreen
  • Enjoy guided hikes
  • Spot rare Arctic seabirds
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activities
Urban Exploration, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
Experience a 9-day luxury Arctic wildlife cruise from Oslo to Svalbard aboard Le Lyrial, with guided hikes and Zodiac rides through icy fjords and glacier-lined shores. Spot polar bears, whales, seals, and rare seabirds while exploring one of the world’s most remote and breathtaking destinations.
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Drying stockfish on Lofoten, Norway
from $12,137
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Sublime Svalbard—From Dover via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Dover - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Harlingen’s canals
  • Visit Heligoland’s red cliffs
  • Experience Lofoten’s coastline
  • Walk Dover’s cliffs coastal views
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Dover / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on an Arctic expedition from Dover on MS Fram, exploring the Netherlands, and Norway while discovering historic sites, stunning landscapes, and wildlife. Conclude in Longyearbyen, gaining insights into Arctic nature and the chance to see polar bears.
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