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Colorful homes in Greenland
from $14,495
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Out of the Northwest Passage

Kugluktuk - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Travel the NW Passage Route
  • Enjoy Inuit hospitality
  • Visit Franklin Expedition graves
  • View Arctic wildlife
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Kugluktuk / Kangerlussuaq
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The Northwest Passage remains one of the world’s last true frontiers. Embark on the Ocean Endeavour for a 17-day Arctic cruise to the far reaches of the north. The crown jewel of Arctic expedition travel, a trip through the Northwest Passage leaves one forever changed.
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
from $47,334
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Northwest Passage

Greenland to Alaska - 23 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Glide between soaring icebergs
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
  • Explore incredible landscapes
  • Meet Indigenous communities
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Kangerlussuaq / Nome
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This 22-day expedition takes you from Greenland to Alaska through this legendary Northwest Passage aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Discover the dramatic coasts of this untouched region–encountering rare wildlife, hardy cultures, and glorious creations of ice and rock at the top of the world.
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
from $13,995
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Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Spot puffins at Latrabjarg
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Cruise around Skjalfandi Bay
  • Visit Seydisfjordur’s timber houses
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on an 11-day cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Iceland's glaciers, volcanoes, and Westfjords. Visit Grimsey Island, Seydisfjordur, and Heimay with expert guides.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $11,680
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Cruise from Svalbard to Norway

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Sail through Svalbard’s fjords
  • See seabirds and Arctic wildlife
  • Cruise past the North Cape
  • Hike Arctic tundra landscapes
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Copenhagen / Tromso
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Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Kayaking, Adventure Options
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Cruise from Longyearbyen to Tromso on an 11-day Arctic expedition aboard SH Diana. Explore remote glaciers, dramatic coastlines, and wildlife-rich waters. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds. Visit Bear Island’s cliffs, Skarsvag’s fishing village, and North Cape’s rugged headlands. Enjoy expert-led hikes, Zodiac excursions, and breathtaking Arctic scenery.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $27,140
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Disko Bay: Meeting the Inuit & Discovering the Unknown

Nuuk - Reykjavik - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Experience Perlan and Reykjavik
  • CruiseKing Frederick VI Coast
  • Navigate Prins Christian Sund
  • Inuit village of Aappilattoq
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Paris / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 16-day Disko Bay cruise on Le Commandant Charcot. Explore Reykjavík's highlights, cruise the King Frederick VI Coast, and visit Inuit villages. Sail through Baffin Bay, explore Disko Bay's UNESCO site, and discover Qeqertarsuaq's wonders. Disembark at Nuuk.
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First views of Baffin Island
from $13,195
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Northwest Passage to Newfoundland: Glaciers, Mountains, and Wildlife

Calgary - St. John - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Calgary
  • Discover Northwest Passage
  • Experience Lancaster Sound
  • Witness Baffin Island
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Calgary / St. John's
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Helicopter Tours
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Embark on a 16-day expedition cruise aboard the Ultramarine, covering 2,500 nautical miles from the Northwest Passage to Newfoundland and Labrador. Explore remote areas, including Beechey Island, Icy Arm Fjord, Qikiiqtarjuaq, Cape Mercy, Torngat Mountains, L’Anse aux Meadows, Saint Pierre and Miquelon, and St. John’s.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $19,500
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Wonders of the High Arctic: Greenland & Iceland Solar Eclipse

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Witness total solar eclipse
  • Explore the Arctic wilderness
  • Explore the east coast of Greenland
  • Explore Enjoy the rich culture
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition centered around the Solar Eclipse. Start in Oslo and sail aboard Scenic Eclipse to Norway’s Svalbard Archipelago, surrounded by pristine wilderness, glaciers, fjords, and wildlife. Continue to Greenland's remote east coast, then cruise through Iceland’s volcanic and icy terrain.
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $14,950
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Adventure in Greenland

Longyearbyen - Kangerlussuaq - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Witness wildlife at Gnålodden Cliff
  • Sail through Hornsund Fjord glacier
  • Discover Jan Mayen's volcanic peaks
  • Cruise the Prins Christian Sund
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Longyearbyen / Kangerlussuaq
Activities
Whale Watching, Spa Relaxation, Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits, Local Market Visits
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Set sail on a 15-day Adventure in Greenland cruise aboard the Le Boreal from Longyearbyen to Kangerlussuaq. Exploring the remote wonders of Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Greenland, and Iceland. Cruise through the stunning Hornsund fjord, witness the volcanic landscapes of Jan Mayen, and visit the picturesque town of Isafjordur in Iceland's Westfjords.
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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
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Join this 15-day expedition from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer, exploring Greenland and witnessing the stunning solar eclipse.
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Bearded seal in Svalbard, Norway
from $24,607
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore the rare northern fjords
  • Paddle in a deep fjord
  • Explore Lofoten Islands
  • Visit the famous building in Tromso
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Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Endurance, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.
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Vatnajokull glacier. Largest Icelandic glacier.
from $18,400
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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Meet Iceland’s people & culture
  • Actively explore Iceland's coasts
  • Experience Iceland’s unique geology
  • Travel with an expert team
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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See glaciers, geysers, thunderous waterfalls, and enormous cliffs as well as geothermal pools, boiling mud, and lava-scapes on this 10-day active Iceland cruise on the National Geographic Endurance . To get a taste of Icelandic culture, visit Reykjavk, Lake Mvatn, Hásavk, Siglufjördur, and Akureyri.
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Walrus in the Arctic
from $18,295
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Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
  • Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
  • Hike the tundra and explore
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to explore
  • Take the Polar Plunge
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Helsinki / Reykjavik
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Check Iceland, Greenland, and Spitsbergen off your bucket list as you explore these three regions on this 15-day expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Visit and discover the towering cliffs, wildlife, and massive glaciers of these stunning regions!
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Sailing beneath the dancing northern lights
from $12,995
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Autumn Northern Lights

Greenland to Nova Scotia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Admire Kangaamiut’s scenic charm
  • Explore wonders of Greenland
  • Witness northern lights
  • Explore Baffin Island’s shores
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Nuuk / Halifax
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Northern Lights
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Sail from Greenland to Nova Scotia aboard the Ocean Albatros on this 15-day Arctic cruise tracing the footsteps of Norse explorers under the dazzling northern lights. Explore Nuuk's colorful fjords and glaciers, the rugged beauty of Baffin Island, the forested coastlines of Labrador, and Newfoundland's vibrant shores.
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The Northern Lights, Kirkjufell Iceland
from $11,449
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Polar Eclipse Quest

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Harpa Concert Hall
  • Explore Perlan’s exhibitions
  • Witness solar eclipse at sea
  • Visit Kirkjufell Mountain
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 10-day journey through Iceland and Greenland aboard World Navigator. Explore Patreksfjörður’s stunning landscapes and charming pubs. Witness a solar eclipse at sea. Discover Ittoqqortoormiit and visit Grundarfjörður’s Kirkjufell Mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
from $7,500
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19 Days Extensive Arctic Ocean - North Spitsbergen Explorer

Vlissingen to Longyearbyen - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore North Sea Wildlife
  • Seabirds at Fowlsheugh
  • Visit Ythan Estuary Seals
  • Arctic bird expedition
  • Explore Granite City
  • Sail through Fair Isle
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Vlissingen / Longyearbyen
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Board the MV Hondius in Vlissingen for a 19-day Arctic Ocean adventure to North Spitsbergen, with sightings of dolphins, orcas, and minke whales. Visit Raudfjord, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the Seven Islands, encountering seals, seabirds, and polar bears.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $17,540
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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Visit traditional villages
  • Enjoy spectacular Karrat Fjord
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Discover Sisimiut's wildlife
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Paris / Paris
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This incredible 14-day journey aboard L'Austral acquaints you with the secrets of Baffin Bay and Greenland. Glaciers and icebergs are home to the strong creatures of the north, including polar bears, seals, walruses, oxen, and majestic whales. Exploring Disko Bay, listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a staple part of the trip.
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Zodiac Cruise Tasermiut Kangerlnat Fjord, Greenland
from $16,695
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Southern Greenland: On the Trail of the Vikings

Reykjavik - Toronto - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Qaqortoq
  • Explore Hvalsey
  • Discover Aappilattoq
  • Experience Prince Christian Sound
  • Discover Kangertitivatsiaq Fjord
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Reykjavik / Toronto
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Join the 14-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Toronto aboard the Sylvia Earle to explore Greenland's vast landscapes with towering peaks and glaciers. Trek across the tundra, spotting wildlife and enjoying scenic fjord explorations by Zodiac, including human settlements, Viking ruins, and the country's capital, Nuuk.
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Remote and rugged Westfjords, Iceland
from $9,895
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Iceland’s Westfjords & North Coast

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 9 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Tour Golden Circle geothermal sites
  • Discover Arnarstapi rugged coast
  • Visit Patreksfjordur wild cliffs
  • Hike Siglufjordur scenic trails
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Photography Seminars
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Embark on a 9-day expedition cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sylvia Earle to explore Iceland's stunning Westfjords, known for its pristine nature and wildlife. Experience Iceland's breathtaking landscapes, rich marine life, and abundant cultural history.
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