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Explore the Arctic's wonders on a 12-day journey with Adventure Life. Discover the High Arctic Explorer and Spitsbergen Explorer tours, offering wildlife viewing, hiking, and cultural experiences in breathtaking locations like Greenland and Spitsbergen. Embark on small ship cruises to witness iconic Arctic wildlife, explore tundra landscapes, and immerse yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic. Witness Northern Lights displays, visit archaeological sites, and observe unique wildlife in their natural habitats. Join us on a tour to experience the magic of the Arctic firsthand and contact one of Adventure Life's Arctic specialists to plan your unforgettable journey.
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Ilulissat Greenland
from $10,995
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Gems of West Greenland: Fjords, Icebergs and Culture

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Discover Uummanaq Fjord
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Venture into Qeqqata
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Toronto / Toronto
Activities
Biking, Helicopter Tours
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Experience the breathtaking scenery of West Greenland on this 12-day expedition cruise roundtrip to Reykjavik aboard Ultramarine, delving into its picturesque fjords and visiting breathtaking islands. A journey that encompasses Greenland's most photogenic and recognizable areas.
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $16,795
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Experience Camp Barentz
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Look out for birdlife
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Oslo / Longyearbyen
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Join a 12-day expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer roundtrip Oslo, discovering the marvels of Svalbard's perpetual daylight. Encounter polar bears and guillemots, explore flower-covered tundra, and spot Arctic foxes and historical explorer camps.
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Enormous tabular icebergs dominate the Arctic landscape
from $8,195
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Hallgrimskirkja landmark
  • Marvel at Ittoqqortoormiit village
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Northern Lights
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Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Reykjavik aboard the Sea Spirit. Experience stunning fjords, icebergs, and wildlife in Greenland, visit an Inuit village, and enjoy various outdoor activities before returning to Iceland's Westfjords.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $17,250
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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore the Svalbard coast
  • Discover islands and fjords
  • Actively explore the scenery
  • Explore the coves and inlets
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Oslo / Oslo
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Variable
This 10-day Arctic expedition on National Geographic Resolution takes you to the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway such as Sørøya Island and Senja Island before moving towards Svalbard, where the wildlife and rugged landscapes will take your breath away.
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Viking settlement, Anse-aux-Meadows
from $6,995
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Visit Newfoundland´s remote reaches
  • Hike phenomenal landscapes
  • Travel with naturalists & musicians
  • Visit an antique Viking settelement
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St. John's / St. John's
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Board the Ocean Endeavour on this 11-day autumn expedition cruise of Newfoundland and Labrador, ideally timed for viewing spectacular fall colors and the best hiking weather. Starting and ending in historic St. John's, experience Newfoundland's lively culture and dramatic scenery with daily expedition stops and community visits.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $18,412
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Iceland's Wild West Coast to East Greenland

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore Northeast Greenland N. Park
  • Look out for unique widllife
  • Visit Scoresbysund
  • Observe Northern Lights displays
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National Geographic Endurance hosts this 12-day expedition cruise to discover the wild west coast of Iceland with its towering bird cliffs, meadows carpeted in wildflowers, quiet coves, and majestic waterfalls. Sail the route of early Viking explorers and discover a region of epic ice home to the Arctic?s iconic creatures: polar bears, whales, and vast seabird colonies.
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Franz Josef Land scenery
from $10,195
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Experience midnight sun’s glow
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Adventure Options, Whale Watching, Hiking, Kayaking
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Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.
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Ittoqqortoormiit Village, Greenland
from $7,595
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Complete East Greenland

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Denmark Strait
  • Experience Kuummiut
  • Witness Ikateq
  • Explore Reykjavik
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 12-day cruise to and from Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros. Discover the remote landscapes of East Greenland, explore its breathtaking coasts, and encounter the region's unique beauty and diversity.
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A sow and her cubs
from $8,895
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Visit Ny Alesund's historic base
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.
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A view from the cliffs of Gros Morne National Park.
from $9,595
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Newfoundland Circumnavigation

St. John's, NL Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Nova
  • Explore vibrant St. John’s
  • Visit French Saint-Pierre
  • Hike Gros Morne’s Tablelands
  • Step into Viking history
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St. John's / St. John's
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Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Sailing
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Sail on a 12-day Newfoundland Circumnavigation cruise through Newfoundland and Labrador aboard the Ocean Nova, where history, culture, and nature come together. Explore Miawpukek’s Indigenous heritage, the charming fishing village of Francois, and the geological wonders of Gros Morne National Park.
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Musk Ox roaming the Northwest Passage
from $13,295
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Canada’s Remote Arctic: Northwest Passage to Ellesmere and Axel Heiberg Islands

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Experience the Canadian Arctic
  • Search for iconic Arctic wildlife
  • Enjoy flightseeing and heli landing
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Calgary / Calgary
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Join a 12-day adventure cruise around the Canadian High Arctic aboard the Ultramarine. See the unique wonders and the breathtaking environment at the top of the world through adventure activities like helicopter flightseeing, wildlife tracking, and trekking.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $13,790
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Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq – gems of the West Coast

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Balto
  • Discover Ilulissat
  • Explore Disko Bay
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Exploring Ikka fjord
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Ilulissat / Narsarsuaq
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Join this 12-day M/S Balto cruise from Ilulissat to Narsarsuaq, exploring ancient history, cultural legends, and natural wonders, from icy northern landscapes to the green pastures and jagged mountains of the south.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $5,900
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Iceland, Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail

Constable Pynt - Akureyri - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore Milne Land’s icebergs
  • Discover O Fjord’s towering cliffs
  • Sail Harefjord’s scenic expanse
  • Experience Ittoqqortoormiit’s cultu
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Constable Point / Akureyri
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Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Constable Pynt to Akureyri aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, exploring Earth’s largest fjord system. Discover exotic Arctic wildlife, including musk oxen and Arctic hares, amid stunning auroras, with chances to spot Greenland whales, massive icebergs, ancient Thule sites, and scenic coastal hikes.
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Mountains meet the sea in the Arctic
from $14,895
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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Helsinki
  • Witness Spitsbergen
  • Experience Spitsbergen
  • Discover Spitsbergen
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Helsinki / Helsinki
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Join this 12-day expedition cruise aboard the Ocean Explorer from Helsinki. Encounter iconic Arctic wildlife and explore diverse terrain under the mesmerizing Arctic sun.
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Stunning landscapes in Prince Christian Sound
from $10,995
EBD 25%
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Iceland to Greenland: In the Wake of the Vikings

Reykjavik - Nuuk - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
  • Sail the Denmark Strait
  • Cruise the Prince Christian Sound
  • Visit Erik the Red’s settlement
  • Experience Arctic wildlife encounte
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Reykjavik / Nuuk
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Set sail on a 12-day Arctic cruise, tracing Viking routes and exploring dramatic Arctic landscapes aboard the Exploris One. Cruise through Southeast Greenland’s ice-filled fjords, marvel at Prince Christian Sound, and visit the UNESCO-listed Norse settlement of Brattahlíð. Discover the cultural richness of Nuuk and spot wildlife.
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Zodiac excursion
from $11,390
EBD $500
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien
  • Venture out on daily zodiac cruises
  • Explore along fjords and glaciers
  • Learn about Eastern Svalbard
  • Discover Southwest Spitsbergen
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Enjoy a 12-day journey on the M/S Sjoveien as you explore the Arctic island of Svalbard in the lovely fall. Discover wildlife, breathtaking fjords, and towering mountain peaks.
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Zodiac cruising near a Greenlandic glacier
from $9,945
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Greenland Explorer

Reykjavik - Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Ikateq's WWII history
  • Discover Tasiilaq's traditions
  • Navigate Kuummiut's calm fjords
  • Sail into Skjoldungen's beauty
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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
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Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq, retracing the maritime route of Norse settlers from over a millennium ago. Explore the varied landscapes of East, South, and West Greenland, from the vibrant city of Nuuk to the stunning icebergs of Sermilik, all in a singular and extraordinary voyage!
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The shores of Prince Christian Sound
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Greenland Aurora Explorer

Kangerlussuaq - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Kangerlussuaq wilderness
  • Discover Kangaamiut traditions
  • Experience Sermilik glacier-filled
  • Visit Aappilattoq village
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Kangerlussuaq / Reykjavik
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Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise from Kangerlussuaq to Reykjavik aboard the Ocean Albatros, tracing the historic maritime route of Norse settlers from over a thousand years ago. Explore the diverse wonders of Greenland—north, west, south, and east—ranging from the lively capital of Nuuk to the breathtaking glaciers of Skjoldungen, all in a single, extraordinary journey!
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