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Discover the wonders of the Canadian Arctic with Adventure Life's 54 invigorating small ship cruises available for 2025. Experience the thrill of exploring the High Arctic, witnessing Greenland's majestic glaciers, and marveling at the tundra landscape on these unforgettable expeditions. Engage in wildlife viewing, cultural welcomes, and hikes on Devon Island, all while navigating through the breathtaking Arctic scenery. From ancient sites and villages to the stunning Arctic wildlife, these tours offer a relaxed pace suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to immerse yourself in the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Canadian Arctic. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Iceberg near floe edge
from $20,930
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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
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Paris / Paris
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Variable
Departing from cosmopolitan Paris, luxurious L'Austral takes you north to Arctic Greenland on this 17-day expedition cruise. Explore Baffin Bay, discovering the region of Thule, the mythical territory of the Far North. From the ice cap to the ice floes, via glaciers, icebergs and brash ice, marvel at the Arctic landscapes.
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Colorful Sisimiut, Greenland
from $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
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Paris / Paris
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Variable
Join this 14-day Arctic cruise to Baffin Bay. Start in Kangerlussuaq, explore Greenland's west coast, see icebergs, colorful villages, and Inuit culture. Sail north to visit remote peat-house villages, home to bear hunters and narwhal fishers, and discover Savissivik's "iceberg graveyard." Continue to Baffin Island before reaching Evighedsfjorden.
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Midnight sun light, Ilulissat
from $14,495
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Into the Northwest Passage

Kangerlussuaq - Kugluktuk, NU - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Visit ancient sites and villages
  • Meet the stunning Arctic wildlife
  • Experience Inuit culture first hand
  • Explore the Ilulissat Icefjord
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Kangerlussuaq / Kugluktuk
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Variable
Board the ice-strengthened Ocean Endeavor expedition ship on this 17-day Arctic cruise from Kangerlussuaq, Greenland through the legendary Northwest Passage. You'll encounter wildlife like polar bears, caribou, walrus, and musk ox, meet Inuit villagers in their coastal fishing towns, navigate around icebergs in zodiacs and trek across glaciers!
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Kangerlussuatsiaq, Greenland
from $18,395
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Northwest Passage: The Legendary Arctic Sea Route

17 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Toronto
  • Discover Greenland
  • Visit Nuuk
  • Explore Canada's High Arctic
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Reykjavik / Calgary
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Helicopter Tours
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Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Calgary aboard Ultramarine, retracing the Franklin Expedition's path in the Northwest Passage. Explore the Canadian High Arctic and Greenland, discover Inuit communities, hike colorful tundra, and encounter diverse wildlife.
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Beautiful artic mountains at sunset.
from $9,495
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Greenland & Wild Labrador

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Cross the Arctic Circle by sea
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Hike Torngat Mtns National Park
  • Search for polar bears & eagles
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Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
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Variable
During this 15-day expedition cruise on the Ocean Endeavor, see both the beauty of Greenland and the charm of Newfoundland. From Greenland, cruise through northern Canada, exploring French and Viking influences. Visit two different Canadian National Parks, see landscapes that blow your mind, and learn a lot about the cultural connections to the land.
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A bear catches a fish as it swims upstream
from $5,961
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Voyage to Great Bear Rainforest: Native Culture & Wildlife in the Land of the Spirit Bear

8 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Venture
  • Kayak across Great Bear
  • Look our for Kermode bears
  • Swim at hot spring pools
  • Experience unique landscapes
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Ketchikan / Ketchikan
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Rainforest Exploration
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Variable
This 8-day roundtrip Alaska cruise from Ketchican aboard National Geographic Venture takes you to Prince Rupert, Great Bear Rainforest and Union Passage as you enjoy an active itinerary featuring ample opportunities to hike, kayak, and explore a northern rainforest brimming with wildlife.
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
from $21,795
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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

Calgary - Reykjavik - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer
  • Explore Beechey Island’s graves
  • Spot polar bears at Radstock Bay
  • Visit Arctic Bay
  • Marvel at calving icebergs
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Calgary / Reykjavik
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Land & Sea Exploration
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Variable
Sail on this 17-day Arctic cruise aboard Ocean Explorer, starting in Calgary, and journey through Canada's High Arctic and Greenland. Explore stunning regions like Beechey Island, Radstock Bay, and Arctic Bay. Cruise through Smith Sound before arriving in Greenland, where you’ll visit Qaanaaq, Uummannaq, and the Ilulissat Icefjord.
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Kayaking in the Northwest Passage
from $24,795
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The Northwest Passage (Westbound)

Toronto - Calgary - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Sisimiut’s Inuit culture
  • Discover Pond Inlet’s heritage
  • Experience Port Leopold’s landscape
  • Visit uninhabited Devon Island
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Toronto / Calgary
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Variable
Join a 16-day Arctic expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer, starting with a flight to Nuuk. Explore stunning landscapes, Inuit communities, and the Northwest Passage, concluding your adventure in Cambridge Bay before flying to Calgary.
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Explore beautiful and historic Montreal
from $17,100
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Fall Foliage on the St. Lawrence: Québec to the Canadian Maritimes – with Smithsonian Journeys

Toronto - Boston - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Sail the scenic St. Lawrence Seaway
  • Visit Montreal, a cosmopolitan city
  • Visit Old Quebec, a UNESCO site
  • Colonial seaport of Charlottetown
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Toronto / Boston
Activities
Urban Exploration
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Variable
On this 15-day Fall Foliage cruise from Toronto to Boston aboard Le Champlain, explore the stunning coastlines of eastern Canada and northern New England. Sail the St. Lawrence Seaway, visiting cities like Montréal, Québec City, and Charlottetown. Discover Nova Scotia's history in Baddeck, Louisbourg, and Lunenburg before concluding in Boston.
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $24,795
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The Northwest Passage (Eastbound)

Calgary - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Cambridge Bay’s landscapes
  • Visit Point Zenith’s coastal cliffs
  • Experience Pond Inlet Inuit culture
  • Walk Sisimiut’s streets
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Calgary / Toronto
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Variable
Join a 16-day cruise on the Greg Mortimer, exploring the Canadian Arctic and Greenland, starting in Calgary and flying to Cambridge Bay. Enjoy wildlife sightings and Inuit heritage before concluding your journey in Nuuk and flying to Toronto.
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Ilulissat Icefjord at sunset
from $44,395
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Traversing the Northwest Passage

Toronto - Anchorage - 29 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Sisimiut's history
  • Discover Ilulissat’s Icefjord
  • Cruise the waters of Greenland
  • Visit Pond Inlet Inuit community
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Toronto / Anchorage
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 29-day expedition cruise on the Sylvia Earle through the Northwest Passage, inspired by Roald Amundsen's journey. Experience Arctic Canada's stunning landscapes, wildlife, and local cultures while navigating challenging pack ice.
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Sailing beneath the dancing northern lights
from $12,995
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Autumn Northern Lights

Greenland to Nova Scotia - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Admire Kangaamiut’s scenic charm
  • Explore wonders of Greenland
  • Witness northern lights
  • Explore Baffin Island’s shores
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Nuuk / Halifax
Activities
Kayaking, Adventure Options, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Sailing
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Variable
Sail from Greenland to Nova Scotia aboard the Ocean Albatros on this 15-day Arctic cruise tracing the footsteps of Norse explorers under the dazzling northern lights. Explore Nuuk's colorful fjords and glaciers, the rugged beauty of Baffin Island, the forested coastlines of Labrador, and Newfoundland's vibrant shores.
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Explore the parks around Quebec City for a view of the city
from $7,399
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New England and Canada

Toronto to Portland - 13 Day Itinerary aboard Victory II
  • Explore Toronto's landmarks
  • Visit Quebec City's historic sites
  • Go on a whale-watching adventure
  • Visit Halifax’s historic waterfront
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Toronto / Portland
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Variable
Embark on a 12-day cruise from Toronto to Portland aboard Victory II, experiencing vibrant cities, breathtaking landscapes, and rich maritime heritage. This adventure offers a blend of urban exploration, natural beauty, and cultural immersion.
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Arctic puffins
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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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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Hiking in the vast Arctic landscape
from $15,995
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Greenland & Wild Labrador: A Torngat Mountains Adventure

Kangerlussuaq - St. John's, NL - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Exploris One
  • Witness the northern lights
  • Visit the capital Nuuk
  • Discover the Torngats’ beauty
  • Spot wildlife along Arctic coast
Starts / Ends
Kangerlussuaq / St. John's
Activities
Whale Watching, Hiking, Archaeological Site Visits, Wildlife Viewing, Village Visits, Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 15-day Greenland & Wild Labrador aboard Exploris One from Greenland to Newfoundland, uncovering stunning fjords, Inuit heritage, Viking history, and diverse wildlife. Expect Zodiac excursions, expert-led hikes, and cultural encounters in one of the world’s most remote and beautiful regions.
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Athabasca Glacier, Alberta
from $3,835
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Classic Canadian Rockies

Canada Small Group Tour - 7 Day Itinerary
  • Explore through Calgary
  • Discover Banff National Park
  • Cruise on Maligne Lake
  • See Athabasca Glacier during walks
Starts / Ends
Calgary / Calgary
Activity Level
Easy Active
Join this 7-day tour in the Canadian Rockies, which offers breathtaking views of snow-capped peaks, turquoise lakes, glistening glaciers, and vibrant forest. Explore Calgary's most iconic sites and local hotspots on your journey to Banff National Park, Maligne Lake, the Icefields Parkway, and Jasper National Park.
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Amazing blue water and ice in Greenland
from $47,143
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High Arctic Archipelago: Canada and Greenland

24 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Venture into the Northwest Passage
  • Experience Sisimiut
  • Sail into Disko Bay
  • Explore Reykjavík
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Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 24-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Endurance from Reykjavik to Greenland and the Canadian Arctic. Explore Greenland's west coast and navigate the historic Northwest Passage, encountering diverse wildlife and ancient Inuit settlements, offering a profound exploration of the Arctic's untamed wilderness and captivating history.
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A caribou antler found while exploring Baffin Island
from $18,571
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Arctic Odyssey: Iceland, Greenland and Canada

15 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore L’Anse aux Meadows
  • Cross the Denmark Strait
  • Spot wildlife in Davis Strait
  • Discover Newfoundland’s fjords
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic adventure from Iceland to Newfoundland. Explore Reykjavík and Flatey Island, cross the Denmark Strait, and cruise through Greenland's stunning fjords. Visit Viking ruins at L’Anse aux Meadows, witness breathtaking Arctic wildlife, and immerse yourself in the history and culture of the Labrador Coast.
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