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Mysterious Spitsbergen scenery
from $3,050
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Aberdeen’s Granite City
  • Discover Fair Isle seabirds
  • Witness Mt. Beerenberg
  • Search for Spitsbergen’s wildlife
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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
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Set sail on a 10-day cruise from Aberdeen to Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, spotting orcas and exploring Fair Isle's seabird colonies and grey seals. Continue to Jan Mayen and search for polar bears and whales near the sea ice.
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Dynjandi Waterfall
from $9,780
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Svalbard and the North Cape Explorer

12 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Experience North Cape's monument
  • Look out for Arctic wildlife
  • Discover the Svalbard archipelago
  • Enjoy views from Mount Storstei­nen
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Tromso / Tromso
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Embark on a 12-day Arctic expedition, exploring Svalbard's polar landscapes, witnessing bear habitats, and cruising to the North Cape's majestic beauty. Discover rich biodiversity and Earth's northernmost realms in this immersive cruise aboard SH Diana.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $5,650
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Akureyri - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Explore Scoresby Sund
  • Sail through Turner Sound
  • Encounter colossal icebergs
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Reykjavik / Akureyri
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Kayaking
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day East Greenland adventure aboard MV Hondius, From Reykjavik, and journey north to Scoresbysund. Sail north to witness Arctic wonders - from towering icebergs to Scoresbysund's glaciers. Explore charming settlements, and marvel at wildlife. Don't miss the Aurora Borealis spectacle under northern skies.
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Beautiful view of Spitsbergen.
from $6,795
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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Discover Edinburg's unique charm
  • Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
  • See Fair Isle’s rare seabirds
  • Visit Jan Mayen’s volcanic shores
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Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
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Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit, exploring Scotland's capital, Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle, Jan Mayen's volcanoes, and Svalbard's stunning glaciers and polar bears in an unforgettable adventure.
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Polar bear in the Arctic
from $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
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Explore the Arctic on an all-encompassing 15-day expedition aboard Le Lyrial, in search of the mighty polar bear. Encounter polar bears, explore glaciers and remote regions, then sail through Greenland's eastern coast, visit Husavik, and conclude your adventure in Reykjavik.
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Historic town of Husavik on the North Coast
from $12,995
EBD 25%
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Iceland Circumnavigation

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
  • Sail the Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • Visit Iceland’s remote Westfjords
  • See North Iceland’s volcanic fields
  • See South Iceland black sand beach
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities
Whale Watching, Small Ship Sailing
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Discover Iceland and Greenland’s most breathtaking landscapes on this 11-day Iceland Circumnavigation cruise aboard the Exploris One. Sail along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula, explore the remote Westfjords, and visit Viking settlements. Encounter Arctic wildlife, including whales, seals, and seabirds, while learning from expert guides.
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Fair Isle
from $11,495
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

14 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Discover Fair Isle
  • Experience Faroe Islands
  • Explore Jan Mayen
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Aberdeen to Helsinki on the Ultramarine. Explore Fair Isle, the Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen, and Spitsbergen, encountering iconic Arctic wildlife like puffins, seabirds, reindeer, and whales.
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Polar bear in Svalbard
from $13,920
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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Explore Svalbard during the summer
  • Visit Prins Karls Foreland
  • Enjoy hiking & seeing reindeers
  • Observe for whales in Isfjord
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Experience the stunning natural beauty of Svalbard during the summer months, where the sun shines for 24 hours a day on this 10-day Svalbard Micro Cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord.
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Northern lights dance across the Arctic landscape
from $7,750
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Northeast Greenland Extreme - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s history
  • Explore Isle de France’s sites
  • Visit Dove Bugt’s untouched shores
  • Experience Sabine Ø’s historic site
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Longyearbyen / Akureyri
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Northern Lights
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Variable
Embark on a 14-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Akureyri aboard the MV Hondius, venture to the far reaches of Northeast Greenland, navigating loose sea ice to spot whales, seabirds, and polar bears in this remote Arctic journey. Discover historic sites, breathtaking fjords, tundra wildlife, and the Northern Lights.
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pair of killer whales
from $3,050
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Arctic Ocean - Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Aberdeen - Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore Aberdeen
  • Experience Fair Isle's charm
  • Explore Jan Mayen
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Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
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Join this exciting 10-day Arctic Ocean cruise aboard MV Plancius. Departing from Aberdeen, marvel at orcas off Girdle Ness before immersing in Fair Isle's knitwear and seabirds. Explore Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, then navigate ice edges for polar bears near Spitsbergen's fjords.
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
from $24,972
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard (Southbound)

Oslo - Bergen - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Spot wildlife exploring Svalbard
  • Visit Lofoten’s scenic villages
  • Hike Norway’s dramatic fjords
  • See glaciers in Nordfjord valley
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Oslo / Bergen
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Variable
Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Resolution, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
from $15,395
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Arctic Saga: Exploring Spitsbergen via the Faroes and Jan Mayen

Aberdeen - Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Discover Aberdeen's Granite City
  • Explore Fair Isle's seabirds
  • Visit the Faroe Islands
  • See Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes
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Aberdeen / Helsinki
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Join this 15-day Arctic Saga cruise starting in Aberdeen. Discover Fair Isle's seabirds, the rugged Faroe Islands, Jan Mayen's volcanic landscapes, & Spitsbergen's majestic fjords. Watch for whales, puffins, & polar bears while enjoying Zodiac cruises, guided hikes, & cultural experiences. Lastly, visit Longyearbyen before returning to Helsinki.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $7,795
EBD 15
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Crossing the Arctic Circle

Edinburgh - Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Kirkwall’s Viking heritage
  • Sail from Leith’s historic port
  • Walk Torshavn’s colorful streets
  • Cruise past Svalbard’s icy fjords
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Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Village Visits, Adventure Options
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Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition from Edinburgh to Longyearbyen on the Sea Spirit, exploring Orkney's ancient sites, Fair Isle's wildlife, and the Faroe Islands' culture. Experience the Arctic Circle's volcanic landscapes and Svalbard's pristine wilderness with expert-led excursions and breathtaking scenery.
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Kayaking
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
Activities
Hiking
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Variable
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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Arctic puffins
from $11,088
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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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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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Scoresby Sund
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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Variable
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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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
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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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
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
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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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