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Grass-roofed houses of the Faroe Islands
from $26,730
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Wild lands of Scotland, the Faroe Islands and Iceland

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • See Giant’s Causeway columns
  • Visit Glencoe mountain valleys
  • Hike Faroese mountains
  • See Heimaey volcanic landscapes
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise from Glasgow to Reykjavík aboard Le Bellot. Explore Scotland, Northern Ireland, the Hebrides, Faroe Islands, and Iceland through guided hikes, cultural sites, wildlife cruises, and volcanic landscapes. Experience remote islands, basalt cliffs, and historic towns.
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The dramatic coastline of the Shetland Islands
from $15,740
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The Wild Archipelagos of the North Atlantic

Glasgow to Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Glasgow city exploration
  • Observe Shiant Islands wildlife
  • Visit Foula remote landscapes
  • Heimaey volcano visit
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Glasgow / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark from Glasgow on an 11-day cruise aboard L'Austral to explore Scotland’s dramatic lochs, the Shiant and Outer Hebrides islands, remote Shetlands, Faroe Islands’ cliffs and villages, and Iceland’s fjords and volcanic landscapes. Hike, spot wildlife, and explore ancient sites along the route.
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
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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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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Visit Neolithic sites of the Orkney islands
from $8,795
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Best of British Isles

Portsmouth - Edinburgh - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Portsmouth’s historic docks
  • Discover Tresco Abbey Garden
  • Tour Waterford Crystal Factory
  • Observe Gannets Bass Rock
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Portsmouth / Edinburgh
Activities
Photography Seminars, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day British Isles cruise aboard Sea Spirit from London to Edinburgh. Visit Portsmouth, Tresco, Dunmore East, Llandudno, Portrush, Hebrides, Orkneys, Fair Isle, and Isle of May. Explore castles, abbeys, and bird sanctuaries, witness unique wildlife, and enjoy guided tours of historic towns and scenic landscapes.
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Lighthouse near Torshavn
from $7,595
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Isles of the North Atlantic

Troon - Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Visit Iona Abbey
  • Observe Lunga puffins
  • Explore Callanish Stones
  • Discover St Kilda
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Iona / Reykjavik
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Spa Relaxation, Local Market Visits, Citizen Science
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day Voyage from Troon, Scotland to Reykjavik, Iceland aboard Ocean Victory. Discover Iona Abbey, puffin colonies on Lunga, the Callanish Stones in Lewis, St Kilda’s abandoned village, and the Faroe Islands’ landscapes. Explore Icelandic fjords, black sand beaches, volcanic fields, and unique culture along the North Atlantic route.
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Mysterious Spitsbergen scenery
from $3,100
EBD 10%
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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
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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
Whale Watching
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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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Colorful sunset over the Scottish Highlands
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
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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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Giant's Causeway in Northern Ireland, a UNESCO World Heritage site
from $6,770
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Celtic Panoramas

Glasgow to Dublin - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore vibrant streets in Glasgow
  • Sail scenic waters of Loch Linnhe
  • Walk historic paths on Clare Island
  • Hike coastal trails at Greencastle
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Glasgow / Dublin
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Variable
Sail 10 days aboard Le Lyrial exploring Celtic landscapes. Visit Glasgow, the Scottish Highlands, Isle of Mull, Ireland’s Wild Atlantic Way, Galway, Donegal, the Giant Causeway, and the Isle of Man. Experience dramatic coastlines, historic towns, and sheltered ports with stunning scenery and cultural sites along the way.
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pair of killer whales
from $3,100
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Aberdeen - Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Experience Fair Isle's charm
  • Explore Jan Mayen
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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join this exciting 10-day Arctic Ocean cruise aboard MV Plancius. Departing from Aberdeen, marvel at orcas off Girdle Ness before immersing in Fair Isle's knitwear and seabirds. Explore Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, then navigate ice edges for polar bears near Spitsbergen's fjords.
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $14,795
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Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

Aberdeen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Aberdeen's iconic landmarks
  • Discover Jarlshof's settlements
  • See Faroe Islands' landscapes
  • Marvel at Vatnajokull glaciers
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Aberdeen / Reykjavik
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Aberdeen's landmarks, birdwatch in Fair Isle, discover Jarlshof's archaeology, the Faroe Islands' landscapes, and Iceland's natural wonders.
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Fair Isle
from $11,495
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Discover Fair Isle
  • Experience Faroe Islands
  • Explore Jan Mayen
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Aberdeen to Helsinki on the Ultramarine. Explore Fair Isle, the Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen, and Spitsbergen, encountering iconic Arctic wildlife like puffins, seabirds, reindeer, and whales.
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Colorful homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
from $13,095
Save $1000
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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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Discover ancient cultures of the Orkney islands
from $7,875
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Iceland and British Isles Cruise

Reykjavik to Dublin - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • See Puffins on Heimaey Island
  • Visit Torshavn's old quarter
  • Giant’s Causeway early access
  • Reykjavik cultural city tour
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Reykjavik / Dublin
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard SH Diana and journey through Iceland, the Faroe Islands, Scotland, and Ireland. Visit puffin colonies, Viking sites, fjords, castles, and dramatic coastlines before ending in Dublin. Discover natural wonders, rich cultures, and remote communities on this immersive exploration.
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The unique rock formations of Giant's Causeway
from $6,995
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Ireland and the Celtic Shores: Wildlife, Culture & Coastal Wonder

Glasgow Roundtrip - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Victory
  • Explore Isle of Man
  • Walk Pembrokeshire Coast
  • Visit Killarney National Park
  • See Giant’s Causeway
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Glasgow / Glasgow
Activities
Kayaking
Activity Level
Variable
Spend 9 days aboard Ocean Victory from Glasgow, visiting Scotland, Isle of Man, Wales, and Ireland. Discover cultural heritage, coastal landscapes, historic towns, and UNESCO sites including Giant’s Causeway and Killarney National Park. Enjoy wildlife, local traditions, and the Atlantic’s natural beauty.
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Scenic summer panorama with the Old Town pier architecture in Bryggen - Hanseatic wharf in Bergen, Norway.
from $11,587
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Coastal Norwegian Voyage: Between Tromso and Edinburgh

Northbound - 11 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Cruise iconic Norwegian fjords
  • Explore colorful Bergen wharf
  • Spot whales and seabirds
  • See Viking and maritime heritag
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Edinburgh / Tromso
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Variable
Embark on an 11-day Norway cruise from Edinburgh to Tromso aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Discover fjords, Arctic landscapes, and remote coastal towns through expert-led hikes, kayaking, and Zodiac excursions.
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Branno island in Gothenburg archipelago waterfront view,  Goteborg Municipality, Vastra Gotaland County, Sweden
from $8,111
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Norway, Sweden and Denmark: Nordic Flavors and Scenic Landscapes

Edinburgh to Copenhagen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Spot dolphins on River Spey
  • Kayak Sweden’s marine park
  • Taste fresh Nordic cuisine
  • Tour Zealand’s castles, villages
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Edinburgh / Copenhagen
Activities
Urban Exploration
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Moray Firth in Scotland, Mandal in Norway, Kosterhavet National Park in Sweden, and North Zealand in Denmark on an 8-day Scandinavia cruise from Edinburgh to Copenhagen on National Geographic Endurance. Enjoy Nordic flavors, coastal scenery, kayaking, hiking, wildlife viewing, and cultural experiences across Scotland and Nordic countries.
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