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Join us on one of these 17 Arctic active adventure tours in 2025. Customize your Arctic adventure with visits to Reykjavik, Denmark Strait, Akureyri, Scoresby Sund, and Longyearbyen and combine the perfect mix of active, hiking, whale watching, cruises, and wildlife viewing to accommodate any fitness and skill level. Contact one of our Arctic adventure travel planners for help planning your next trip.
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Kirkjufell Mountain
$2,859
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Best of Iceland

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Drive the Ring Road
  • Enjoy Whale Watching Tour
  • Visit National Parks
  • Wander Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • Tour the Golden Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Circumnavigate Iceland while traveling the island's famous Ring Road on this 8-day small group adventure. Hike along a pristine glacier, stand in awe at the base of tumbling waterfalls, board a boat in search of whales from Dalvik, and have a chance to ride across Langjokull Glacier on a …
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Hiking in Landmannalaugar
$2,785
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Iceland Trek | Landmannalaugar to þórsmörk

8 Day Itinerary
  • Hike in the Landmannalaugar area
  • See rhyolite colors and black sands
  • Overnight in comfortable hiker huts
  • Hike in the lush þórsmörk Valley
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Land Tours
Activity Level:
Moderate
Trek the Laugavegar Trail through stunning landscapes on this popular route from Landmannalaugar to the glacial valley of Thorsmork. Spend 5 days on the trail in a hut-to-hut trekking Iceland tour in one of the most breathtaking areas in the highlands. Hike through the third largest geothermal zone …
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Seljalandsfoss in Winter
$677
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South Iceland Encounter

Iceland Small Group Tour - 2 Day Itinerary
  • Experience South Iceland
  • Explore Vatnajökull ice cave
  • Search for the Northern Lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Encounter the best of South Iceland on this exciting two-day small group adventure. South Iceland is known for its stunning other-worldly beauty and exciting natural encounters, and this tour will introduce you to its most popular sites. Visit the graceful cascade of Seljalandsfoss waterfall and …
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Total Solar Eclipse
$16,095
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Total Solar Eclipse: Iceland to Greenland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Witness the total solar eclipse
  • Explore seldom-visited Westfjords
  • Sail through King Oscar Fjord
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Archaeological Site Visits, Helicopter Tours, Hiking, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ultramarine. Begin in Reykjavik, Iceland, before exploring the remote Westfjords, known for their dramatic fjords, waterfalls, and tiny fishing communities. Experience Greenland’s vast and rugged landscapes, including Kangerluk Kong Oscar Fjord and …
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Ice diving in the Arctic
$25,823
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Baffin Island Dive Safari

7 Day Itinerary
  • Travel by snowmobile and qamutik
  • Have progressive diving experiences
  • See the Arctic's vast wildlife
  • Stay in a safari-style base camp
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Scuba Diving, Whale Watching, Wilderness Lodge Exploration, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Imagine yourself under the vast and silent skies of the high Arctic with the midnight sun bathing passing icebergs in a warm glow as narwhal whales pass by. Settle into a safari-style ice camp, the only one of its kind, and enter into a world even more unlike anything you can ever have imagined. …
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Exploring Greenland
$7,750
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East and South Greenland Explorer

Akureyri - Narsarsuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Akureyri’s scenic landscape
  • Sail Denmark Strait’s icy waters
  • Discover Tasiilaq’s vibrant history
  • Spot wildlife in Timmiarmiut
Starts / Ends:
Akureyri / Narsarsuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius from Akureyri through the wild fjords of East Greenland, filled with historical and natural wonders. Discover northern birdlife, potential whale sightings, and the first sight of Greenland’s icy Blosseville coast. Sail south to experience some …
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$5,980
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West Greenland Ski & Sail Program

Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary aboard M/V Kisaq
  • Sail and ski to West Greenland
  • Sail through towering glaciers
  • Enjoy thrilling ski slopes
  • See amazing views of West Greenland
Starts / Ends:
Maniitsoq / Maniitsoq
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Skiing, Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level:
Challenging
Embark on a unique and exciting 8-day ski & sail trip into a wild, rugged, and remote stretch of mountains on the West Coast of Greenland during the spring season. Start the adventure in Maniitsoq on the southwest coast and aboard the sturdy yet comfortable ship, M/V Kitsaq. You will travel to …
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Glacier Hiking
$241
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Ice Climbing & Glacier Walking Adventure

1 Day Itinerary
  • Explore Solheimajokull Glacier
  • Enjoy glacier hiking
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Sólheimajökull Glacier
Activities:
Hiking
Activity Level:
Moderate
Explore the stunning Sólheimajökull glacier on this adventure-packed tour. Hike through towering ice formations, navigate crevasses, and even try ice climbing. With its unique features and breathtaking views, this glacier promises an unforgettable experience.
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Spot wildlife such as reindeer in the high Arctic
$9,350
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland, Fly & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Visit Trygghamna historic sites
  • Spot polar bears and seals
  • Exlpore Teufelsschloss
  • Cruise through Scoresbysund
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Constable Point
Activities:
Hiking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 20-day Arctic expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn and explore the remote landscapes of Svalbard. Start in Longyearbyen, where you visit the parish church and Svalbard Museum. Sail through Isfjorden and watch for minke whales, then explore Trygghamna's historic whaling stations. …
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Kayaking and Zodiac Cruising in Ilulissat Icefjord, Greenland
$50,995
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Ilulissat’s glaciers
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Inuit culture
  • Visit the historic Herschel Island
Starts / Ends:
Toronto / Anchorage
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 29-day expedition from Toronto to Anchorage aboard the Greg Mortimer. Roald Amundsen's historic expedition inspires this itinerary as you navigate the Northwest Passage through Arctic Canada's intricate waterways. Journey west to the Beaufort Sea, visiting historic explorer …
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$189
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Landmannalaugar Hiking Tour

1 Day Itinerary
  • Landmannalaugar
  • Brennisteinsalda mountain
  • Hekla volcano
  • Laugahraun lava fields
  • Hot spring bathing
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Landmannalaugar
Activities:
Hiking
Activity Level:
Moderate
Landmannalaugar is a unique bubbling geothermal wonderland with caramel color peaks, soothing hot springs, rambling lava flows and clear blue lakes. It is home to Laugahraun lava fields, Mount Brennisteinsalda and Bláhnjúkur, forming a beautiful and colorful setting for your hiking …
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Polar bear in the Arctic
$5,650
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South Spitsbergen Explorer - Bear Island - Hopen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Longyearbyen's charm
  • Sail out of Isfjorden
  • Encounter seabird colonies
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the wonders of the Arctic on a 10-day South Spitsbergen Explorer cruise aboard the Ortelius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring the town's historic church and museum before sailing to Hornsund, home to towering peaks and diverse wildlife like seals and polar bears. Visit Bear Island for …
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The northern lights dance over the Arctic landscape
$5,150
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South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. Flight from Copenhagen to Narsarsuaq

Narsarsuaq - Keflavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Discover Lichtenau
  • Encounter traditional hunters
  • Venture into Igutsait
Starts / Ends:
Narsarsuaq / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a thrilling 10-day South Greenland Explorer cruise from Narsarsuaq to Keflavik aboard MV Plancius, starting with a flight from Copenhagen. Explore Erik the Red's historic home, soak in Uunartoq's hot spring, and marvel at the stunning Prins Christian Sund. Encounter local life in …
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Kirkjufell mountain and Kirkjufellsfossar waterfalls
$16,305
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Best of Iceland - Private Tour

8 Day Itinerary
  • Drive the Ring Road
  • Enjoy Whale Watching Tour
  • Visit National Parks
  • Wander Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • Tour the Golden Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Circumnavigate Iceland while traveling the island's famous Ring Road. Hike along a pristine glacier, stand in awe at the base of tumbling waterfalls, board a boat in search of whales from Dalvik, and have a chance to ride across Langjokull Glacier on a snowmobile. Your trip concludes in …
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The Northern Lights, Kirkjufell Iceland
$19,399
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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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day adventure through Iceland and Greenland aboard World Navigator. Begin in Reykjavik, where you can visit the Harpa Concert Hall and explore Perlan’s exhibitions. Continue to Patreksfjörður in the Westfjords to walk along Rauðisandur beach and see the Dynjandi …
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Polar bear in the Arctic
$22,995
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Arctic Cruise Adventure: In Search of the Polar Bear

Oslo to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Sail on a Arctic cruise adventure
  • Explore Ny Alesund's and Monacobree
  • Hunt for Arctic polar bears
  • Sail the Denmark Strait to Husavik
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Photography Seminars, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic cruise, from Oslo. Board a charter flight to Longyearbyen, Svalbard's capital, then set sail aboard Le Lyrial along the Svalbard coast. Explore Ny Alesund's polar research station, Monacobreen's wildlife-filled glacier, and Alkefjellet's majestic cliffs. …
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Snorkeling in Silfra Fissure
$210
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Silfra Fissure Snorkel Adventure

1 Day Itinerary
  • Experience Silfra Fissure
  • Visit Thingvellir National Park
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Þingvellir National Park
Activities:
Snorkeling
Activity Level:
Relaxed
On this day tour, discover Iceland's distinct charm as you float above its volcanic lava, swim through impressive canyons, and dive into the clear waters dividing North America and Eurasia. Discover heavenly blue shades and witness stunning rock formations underwater by diving below the surface.
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