Best Arctic Cruises

from $9,090

EBD $500

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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien

• Cruise Arctic fjords and islands
• Embark on daily Zodiac cruises
• Explore Longyearbyen
• See remains of Arctic exploration

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Svalbard, the Arctic island that has captivated explorers for centuries, on this 8-day voyage aboard the M/S Sjoveien. Spot unique Arctic wildlife and enjoy Svalbard's icy springtime beauty with daily landings on sturdy Zodiac crafts.

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from $6,090

EBD $500

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Springtime in Svalbard

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Enjoy Alkhornet's birdlife
• Search for Arctic wildlife
• Visit Prins Karls Forland
• Discover historic Danskøya

Activity Level

Variable

Visit Svalbard on this 9-day Arctic cruise on the M/S Quest, when the midnight sun reigns supreme. During the month of May, Svalbard is characterized by a wonderful purity and offers breathtaking vistas. The fairy-tale winter landscape is dominated by sparkling ice formations, snow covered mountains, fjord ice, and pastel-colored skies.

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from $5,900

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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Ny Alesund, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the remote Seven Islands.

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from $5,900

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Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Longyearbyen's history
• Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
• Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
• Explore Bell Sund’s rich history

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius to explore glaciers, wildlife, and remote settlements. Highlights include Ny Alesund, the Monaco Glacier, and the rugged landscapes of Bell Sund.

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from $5,900

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North Spitsbergen - In Pursuit of the Bowhead Whale

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen’s heritage
• Wander Raudfjord’s glaciers
• Encounter Ytre Norskoya’s puffins
• Spot Isfjorden’s whales

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring the breathtaking diversity of North Spitsbergen. This expedition offers unforgettable vistas of sweeping sea ice, rugged coastlines, and numerous chances to encounter Arctic wildlife, including whales, polar bears, seabirds, and walruses.

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from $4,450

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East Spitsbergen - Home of the Polar Bear, Including Long Hikes & Cleaning the Shores

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• Visit Stellingfjellet’s bird coloni
• Sail through Hornsund fjords
• Experience Bell Sund’s history

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Adventure Options

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and historic sites. Spot polar bears, seals, and belugas while you can also participate in activities like long hikes or cleaning the shores.

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from $4,450

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Wander Longyearbyen charming street
• Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
• Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
• Sail Isfjorden scenic waters

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring northern Spitsbergen’s stunning landscapes, from vast sea ice to dramatic coastlines. Enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, including whales and polar bears, scenic landings, and coastal hikes.

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from $4,300

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Polar Bears, Bowhead Whales & More

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Witness Spitsbergen's beauty
• Encounter the grandeur of Raudfjord
• Watch for Greenland and minke whale

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Explore the Arctic wonders on an 8-day North Spitsbergen Explorer cruise aboard MV Plancius. Encounter polar bears, bowhead whales, and more. Marvel at Monaco Glacier's icy majesty, witness puffins nesting at Ytre Norskoya and sail into the pack ice for a thrilling three-day adventure.

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from $3,950

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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Discover Longyearbyen’s history
• Spot Arctic wildlife
• Hike Alkhorne
• Explore historic Ny Ålesund

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day adventure aboard Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s Arctic wilderness. Visit remote settlements, observe wildlife, and explore the region’s history and culture.

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from $271

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Katla Ice Cave Under the Volcano

1 Day Itinerary

• View Over Myrdalsjokull
• Visiting a Natural Glacial Ice Cave
• Scenic Super Jeep Ride

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Vik

Activity Level

Easy Active

During this day tour, hop on a super jeep to explore the Katla ice cave on Myrdalsjokull Glacier and enjoy scenic views of this landscape.

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from $232

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Ice Climbing & Glacier Walking Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore Solheimajokull Glacier
• Enjoy glacier hiking

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Reykjavik / Sólheimajökull Glacier

Activity Level

Moderate

On this day tour, experience ice climbing and hike across the Sólheimajökull glacier in Iceland. Discover the outlet glacier with its many crevasses and challenge your ice-climbing skills.

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from $123

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South Shore Adventure

1 Day Itinerary

• Sólheimajökull Glacier
• Reynisfjara Black Sand Beach
• Reynisdrangar Basalt Sea Stacks
• Skógafoss Waterfall
• Seljalandsfoss Waterfall
• Vík in Mýrdalur

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Easy Active

A great day tour along the south coast of Iceland where waterfalls, black sand beach and magnificent landscape play the main role.

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from $97

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Northern Lights Escape

1 Day Itinerary

• Explore the Countryside
• Spot the Northern lights

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

On this excursion in Iceland, you'll have the chance to see the Aurora Borealis, the amazing display of lights and colors that can be seen in the sky at night. Capture either the common green and yellow auroras, the stunning blue, violet, and rose, or the rarest red that can be seen in Iceland more than anywhere else in the world.

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from $94

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Golden Circle Afternoon

1 Day Itinerary

• Þingvellir National Park
• Gullfoss Waterfall
• Geysir Hot Spring Area

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Relaxed

Express Golden Circle - see Gullfoss waterfall, a spouting geyser and Þingvellir National Park - in one fabulous afternoon.

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from $44,395

NO SS

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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle

• Discover Ilulissat
• Experience Qeqertarsuaq
• Visit Beechey Island
• Explore Sisimiut

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Anchorage

Activities

Kayaking, Helicopter Tours

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 29-day Northwest Passage expedition aboard Sylvia Earle and encounter enigmatic Arctic wildlife, including walrus, beluga whale, polar bear, musk ox, and the elusive narwhal.

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from $24,795

NO SS

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Northwest Passage

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Experience Qeqertarsuaq
• Visit Prince Leopold Island
• Discover Ilulissat
• Explore Sisimiut

Starts / Ends

Toronto / Calgary

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 16-day Northwest Passage Expedition aboard Greg Mortimer and encounter Arctic wildlife, polar foxes, bowhead whales, polar bears, and the elusive narwhal.

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from $24,795

NO SS

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Northwest Passage

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Experience Qeqertarsuaq
• Visit Prince Leopold Island
• Discover Ilulissat
• Explore Sisimiut

Starts / Ends

Calgary / Toronto

Activity Level

Variable

Join this 16-day Northwest Passage Expedition aboard Greg Mortimer and encounter Arctic wildlife, polar foxes, bowhead whales, polar bears, and the elusive narwhal.

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from $8,970

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Iceland Voyage: Land of Fire and Ice with Smithsonian Journeys

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot

• Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant streets
• Visit Isafjordur picturesque fjord
• Wander Akureyri’s colorful streets
• Discover Heimaey’s volcanic island

Starts / Ends

Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Iceland’s stunning west coast on this 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot, featuring glaciers, fjords, volcanoes, and geysers. Highlights include Reykjavík’s colorful charm, Grimsey’s seabird colonies, Akureyri’s geothermal wonders, and the iconic Golden Circle or whale-watching adventures.

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