Arctic Small Ship Cruises

from $56,120

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Transarctic, the Quest for the two North Poles

Longyearbyen - Nome - 21 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Set sail through the ice floe
• Exploration of Svalbard
• Watch the arctic wildlife
• Experience brand new activities

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Longyearbyen / Nome

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Whale Watching

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Join Le Commandant Charcot on this 21-day transarctic quest for the two North Poles from Longyearbyen to Nome. Cross these ice-covered landscapes of the Arctic by sea and explore the research projects that are part of the scientific mission taking place on board.

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from $11,200

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The Canadian Maritimes and Newfoundland

St. John's - St. John's - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer

• Venture into L’Anse aux Meadows
• Explore Gros Morne National Park
• Look for moose, seabirds and whales
• Discover eastern Canada's beauty

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Archaeological Site Visits, Village Visits

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Embark on the National Geographic Explorer on this 10-day cruise and sail into eastern Canada's breathtaking natural beauty. Discover Newfoundland's little known, astonishing Viking past. Your journey of pure discovery ventures to the legendary islands of Cape Breton, Saint Pierre, and the Isles de la Madeleine.

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from $8,550

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Northeast Greenland Extreme

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Sail Akureyri’s scenic fjord
• Explore Kap Brewster’s icy coast
• Discover Scoresby Sund’s fjords
• Visit Sydkap’s towering icebergs

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Akureyri / Longyearbyen

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Set sail on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. Journey through Northeast Greenland’s stunning coastlines and the vast Scoresby Sund fjord, encountering whales, seabirds, musk oxen, sea ice, and polar bears.

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from $4,595

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Highlights of Svalbard

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Cruise Northeast Svalbard’s glacier
• See Polar desert and icy landscapes
• Discover historic Smeerenburg ruins
• Spot polar bears on the ice

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Set sail on a 7-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros and visit historic settlements, witness wildlife like polar bears and walrus, and sail through icy fjords and remote islands of Svalbard. Discover stunning glaciers, and bird colonies, and experience the isolated beauty of one of the northernmost regions on Earth.

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from $15,679

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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

• Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
• Experience Arctic Wildlife
• Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
• Visit Paleo-Eskimo and Thule
• Explore the King Frederick VI Coast

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Endurance. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.

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from $14,795

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Historic Trails & Wilderness: Scotland, Faroes & Iceland

Aberdeen - Reykjavik - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

• Explore Aberdeen's iconic landmarks
• Discover Jarlshof's settlements
• See Faroe Islands' landscapes
• Marvel at Vatnajokull glaciers

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Aberdeen / Reykjavik

Activities

Photography Seminars

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Embark on a 13-day cruise from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Explore Aberdeen's landmarks, birdwatch in Fair Isle, discover Jarlshof's archaeology, the Faroe Islands' landscapes, and Iceland's natural wonders.

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from $15,679

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Southeast Greenland: Exploring at the Edge of the Ice Cap

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

• Explore Southeast Greenland fjords
• Spot whales and Arctic wildlife
• Kayak among Arctic towering iceberg
• Discover Inuit and Thule
• Explore the King Frederick VI Coast

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

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Wildlife Viewing, Hiking, Adventure Options

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Variable

Explore Southeast Greenland’s remote coastline on a roundtrip journey from Reykjavík aboard the National Geographic Resolution. Kayak among icebergs, Zodiac cruise along glaciers, and hike backcountry trails to spot Arctic wildlife. Visit archaeological sites, explore fjords, and cross the Denmark Strait before returning to Reykjavík.

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from $11,699

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Northern Isles: Iceland, Faroe Islands & Scotland

Reykjavik - Greenwich - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture

• Explore Reykjavik vibrant heritage
• Discover Grundarfjordur's landscape
• Experience Flatey's serene nature
• Enjoy Husavik's lively marine life

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Reykjavik / Kirkwall

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Embark on a 15-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, exploring Iceland’s dramatic landscapes, the Faroe Islands, Shetland, and Orkney, with highlights like Dynjandi Waterfall, birdwatching on Grimsey, and historic sites in Torshavn and Lerwick.

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from $8,499

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Majesty of the Fjords

Reykjavik - Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller

• Explore Reykjavik
• Visit the Akureyri Botanical Garden
• See the Geirangerfjord's beauty
• Discover Isafjordur's rich folklore

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Reykjavik / Oslo

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Embark on a 12-day Reykjavik to Bergen cruise aboard World Traveller and explore Iceland and Norway's captivating landscapes. Enjoy a journey through the picturesque landscapes of Iceland and Norway

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from $3,680

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Ocean Voyage: Brest - Reykjavik

Brest - Reykjavik - 5 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot

• Take a dip at the Blue Lagoon
• Visit Oskjuhlid hill museum
• Discover Oceanopolis center
• Explore Chateau de Brest Museum

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Brest / Reykjavik

Activities

Urban Exploration

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Variable

On this 5-day ocean voyage, discover the majestic harbor of Brest and enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik's lush, green surroundings. Enjoy this crossing aboard Le Commandant Charcot without ports of call, alongside naturalists who share their knowledge of the polar regions. 

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from $11,680

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Greenland In Depth

Reykjavik to Kangerlussuaq - 12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

• Learn history of the Arctic people
• Admire the sparkling icebergs
• Capture huge narwhal pods
• Explore turbulent history Vikings
• Marvel at Sirmilik National Park

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Reykjavik / Kangerlussuaq

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Variable

Explore on a 12-day Greenland discovery cruise aboard SH Vega. Learn more about the way of life in West Greenland.

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from $12,698

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Wild Scottish Isles & Iceland

Dublin - Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture

• Explore Dublin’s historic streets
• Cruise Calf of Man shores
• Discover Tobermory's harbor
• Visit St Kilda's stunning cliffs

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Dublin / Reykjavik

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Discover iconic castles, Viking sites, and dramatic cliffs on this 11-day Seabourn Venture cruise from Dublin to Reykjavik. Explore Ireland, the Isle of Man, Scotland’s islands, the Shetlands, and Iceland’s Westman Islands, encountering ancient ruins, seabird colonies, and vibrant local culture.

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from $8,790

EBD $500

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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Discover eastern Svalbard
• Search for Arctic wildlife & birds
• Find 17th-century whaling remnants
• Explore spectacular landscapes

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On this 12-day voyage on the M/S Quest, explore the magnificent fjords of Svalbard, Norway. Discover the ruins of the thriving 17th-century whaling era. See polar bears and walruses and explore the stunning landscapes and wide tundras of the Arctic by making daily landings aboard Zodiac craft.

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from $2,900

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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Cruise along the edge of sea-ice
• Visit the volcanic Jan Mayen island
• Observe orca and minke whales
• Tour ancient circular stone towers

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Search for whales, and other Arctic wildlife of the land, sea, and air on an adventurous voyage from the Scottish port of Aberdeen to our favorite Arctic island group.

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from $12,695

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Adventures in Northeast Greenland: Glaciers, Fjords and the Northern Lights

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Experience Arctic
• Discover Northeast Greenland
• Sail across Denmark Strait
• Search for Arctic wildlife

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Reykjavik / Reykjavik

Activities

Northern Lights

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik on the Ocean Explorer. Explore Greenland's diverse landscapes and culture and witness icebergs. Have a chance to see the Northern Lights and visit historic Thule sites.

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from $24,295

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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

Reykjavik to Calgary - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise through Greenland’s fjords
• Spot wildlife at Creswell Bay
• Hike around Cape Mercy
• Explore Beechey Island

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Reykjavik / Calgary

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Join this 17-day adventure from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ocean Explorer, exploring the stunning landscapes of Greenland and Canada’s Arctic. Travel through Greenland’s breathtaking fjords, stop at remote towns like Nuuk and Maniitsoq, and witness spectacular wildlife in Canada’s High Arctic.

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from $20,195

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Explore Helsinki museums
• Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
• Visit the 14th of July Glacier
• Admire Alkefjellet cliffs

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Explore Spitsbergen’s on this 15-day cruise from Helsinki and back aboard Ocean Explorer. Witness the untamed beauty, cruising past towering glaciers, colorful tundra, and dramatic fjords. Spot polar bears, seabird colonies, and walrus haul-outs. Discover sites like Alkefjellet, Ny-London, and 14th of July Glacier.

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from $6,695

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Svalbard Circumnavigation

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

• Look for polar wildlife
• View countless seabirds
• Visit the northernmost towns
• Cruise past glaciers and fjords

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Kayaking

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Variable

Board Ocean Albatros to join this 10-day cruise circumnavigating the Svalbard archipelago, including the eastern part of Edgeøya and south part of Spitsbergen like Bellsund and Hornsund. Experience high summer in the Arctic, and enjoy the immense beauty of the distinctive landscapes and wildlife. Watch for whales, walruses, polar bears, and millions of sea birds.

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