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Icebergs in Greenland
$22,160
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In the heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Discover the Ilulissat ice fjord
  • Visit the village of Kullorsuaq
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Admire the enormous Smoking Hills
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise to and from Kangerlussuaq aboard L'Austral to explore the Baffin Bay and the legendary Northwest Passage. Departing from Kangerlussuaq, journey through breathtaking Arctic landscapes, beginning with Greenland's western coast, featuring Disko Bay's …
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Sled dogs on Baffin Island, Canada
$23,320
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In the heart of the Northwest Passage

Roundtrip Kangerlussuaq - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Le Boreal
  • Explore Kitissuarsuit’s traditions
  • Visit Sisimiut's colorful town
  • Discover Pond Inlet landscapes
  • Explore Disko Bay’s icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 20-day expedition cruise aboard Le Boreal, departing from Kangerlussuaq to explore Baffin Bay and the famed Northwest Passage. Discover Greenland's western coast, with its stunning icebergs in Disko Bay and charming villages surrounded by mountains. Explore Nunavut, retracing the …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$4,300
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore North Spitsbergen
  • Visit the Monaco Glacier
  • See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
  • Visit St. Johns Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Start your North Spitsbergen cruise with a trek around historic Longyearben, then join this 8-day expedition to the north of the island to take in the fantastically beautiful landscapes, the thousands of seabirds, and of course the star of the show, the polar bear. This voyage aboard the MV …
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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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Iceberg near floe edge
$18,760
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Expedition to the Thule Region

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 17 Day Itinerary aboard L'Austral
  • Sail between the ice floes
  • Discover traditional villages
  • Explore the wildlife of Arctic
  • See the largest icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Paris / Paris
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
From Kangerlussuaq, set off aboard L’Austral on a 17-day expedition cruise to the far reaches of the planet. North of the Baffin Sea, in the region of Thule, experience a tricky but spectacular sail between drifting icebergs and sheets of ice floe. From Greenland's west coast with its …
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Solar eclipse, mysterious natural phenomenon when Moon passes between planet Earth and Sun
$13,695
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Greenland Solar Eclipse

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Discover Skjoldungen
  • Discover Tasiilaq
  • Experience Denmark Strait
  • Explore Reykjavik
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise from Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq aboard the Ocean Albatros. On August 12, 2026, witness a total solar eclipse in the remote Blosseville Coast of East Greenland. Anchored at the eclipse's center, experience 2 minutes and 17 seconds of totality from the calm landing …
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
$8,980
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Canadian Arctic & Northern Lights

17 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Iluissat, a UNESCO Site
  • Visit charming Sisimiut
  • Admire Nuuk’s natural beauty
  • Hike Silvia Grinnell Park
  • Observe Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Halifax
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the legendary Northwest Passage on this 17-day Northern Canada Discovery cruise and trace a path along the ice-filled route that challenged great explorers. As you sail from Greenland through the iceberg capital of the world, gaze in awe at the ice-filled straits and fjords crammed with …
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
$18,290
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Baffin Bay Secrets

Kangerlussuaq - Kangerlussuaq - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Visit traditional villages
  • Discover Greenland's west coast
  • See the largest "iceberg graveyard"
  • See remote peat-house villages
Starts / Ends:
Kangerlussuaq / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 14-day expedition to discover the wonders of Baffin Bay. Departing from Kangerlussuaq, the trip begins on Greenland's west coast, where travelers encounter icebergs, colorful villages, and towering mountains. This is a unique opportunity to experience Greenland's Inuit culture and …
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Arctic puffins
$10,095
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Arctic Odyssey: Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Experience East Greenland
  • Explore Svalbard
  • Discover West Fjords of Iceland
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Sea Spirit. Begin your adventure in Reykjavik, where you can immerse yourself in the city's vibrant culture and sample delicious Icelandic cuisine. Set sail in the afternoon, enjoying panoramic views as you sail through Faxaflói, with the …
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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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Full solar eclipse over mountains and sea
$24,295
NO SS
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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
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimore. Explore Scoresbysund, Greenland, and witness the total solar eclipse as you ail through stunning Arctic scenery, then witness the awe-inspiring moment of totality as the moon eclipses the sun, revealing a dazzling …
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Polar bears in the Arctic
$8,691
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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Sail to the far north
  • Watch for polar bears
  • Explore the Arctic landscapes
  • Admire the Svalbard archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Spitsbergen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take this epic voyage to attempt to find a way through the Arctic’s ever-changing sea ice and venture above the 80th parallel north. If the ice allows, complete a circumnavigation of the island of Spitsbergen, and visit some other highlights of the Svalbard archipelago. Spend time exploring …
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
$4,300
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North Spitsbergen - Basecamp

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Search for the King of the Arctic
  • Enjoy excursions in Zodiacs
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Watch thousands of birds
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Exploring historic sites and plant life. Watch for minke whales in Isfjorden. Visit Ny Alesund in Kongsfjorden, a mining and research hub with vibrant bird colonies. Hike remnants in Amsterdamoya and enjoy views from …
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
$13,995
NO SS
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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
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise departing from and returning to Reykjavik on the Greg Mortimer. Explore Iceland, known as the 'land of fire and ice,' and take in the snow-covered peaks, glaciers, and active volcanoes. Visit the remote Westfjords, ideal for nature hikes and sea kayaking, and walk …
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
$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
Starts / Ends:
Constable Point / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, starting with a chartered flight from Keflavik to Constable Pynt, where you discover the region's rich geological history. Your journey unfolds along the stunning Volquart Boons Coast, offering breathtaking views and Zodiac cruises near …
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
$7,170
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore iconic sites in Iceland
  • Explore North Atlantic landscapes
  • See incredible Arctic wildlife
  • Visit fishing villages and terrains
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise adventure through Iceland. From Reykjavik, choose from excursions at each port, visiting sites like the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and the Godafoss waterfalls. As you sail the North Atlantic, encounter fjords, waterfalls, fishing villages, and volcanic …
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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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An arctic fox looks across the tundra.
$6,495
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Heart of the Arctic

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
  • Mingle with Kinngait Inuit carvers
  • Spot polar bears, walrus, and more
  • Learn about Inuit history & culture
  • Appreciate Inuit life
Starts / Ends:
Iqaluit / Kangerlussuaq
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Visit three distinct Arctic regions on this voyage aboard the Ocean Endeavour. Explore the deep fjords and vibrant communities of Greenland, including the world’s smallest capital, Nuuk. Cross the Davis Strait in the wake of the explorers, searching for marine life and seabirds. South Baffin …
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