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Discover the breathtaking landscapes, unique wildlife, and unmatched natural beauty of Europe's Svalbard on Adventure Life's small ship cruises for this year. Experience the wonders of this Arctic archipelago through village visits, hiking, wildlife viewing, and whale watching activities. Sail through stunning fjords, explore the vibrant Longyearbyen, and witness iconic arctic wildlife like polar bears in their natural habitat. Whether you choose a photography tour, a Mediterranean expedition, or an Arctic adventure, each cruise offers a blend of relaxation and adventure suitable for all travelers. Don't miss this opportunity to explore Europe's northernmost town and revel in the charm of small ship sailing. Contact one of Adventure Life's tour specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Glass-still waters around Spitsbergen
$24,972
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard (Northbound)

Bergen - Oslo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore the rare northern fjords
  • Paddle in a deep fjord
  • Explore Lofoten Islands
  • Visit the famous building in Tromso
Starts / Ends:
Bergen / Oslo
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board National Geographic Resolution on this 16-day cruise and explore Norway’s fjord-carved coast, from the charming town of Bergen, past the North Cape to the ice and wildness of the Svalbard archipelago, for a perfect balance between the charmingly scenic and the spectacularly wild. …
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
$16,795
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Experience Camp Barentz
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Look out for birdlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition cruise roundtrip Oslo aboard the Greg Mortimer. Experience the wonders of Svalbard, a realm of perpetual daylight where encounters with polar bears and the cries of guillemots resonate from towering cliffs. Discover flower-dotted tundra, spot arctic foxes, and uncover …
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Stunning views from your zodiac cruise
$7,450
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe massive icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breathtaking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are home to seals, seabirds, whales, and polar bears, topped off with nighttime viewing of the Northern Lights. Each day, explore stunning arctic landscapes with …
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Enormous tabular icebergs dominate the Arctic landscape
$8,195
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

East Greenland - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Tour Whale Iceland Museum
  • Explore Greenland's fjords & peaks
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Ittoqqortoormiit
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Iceland's capital, Reykjavik, serves as the starting point for this 12-day Arctic expedition. Visit the city's most recognizable landmark, the Hallgrmskirkja church. Navigate north via the Denmark Strait to East Greenland, keeping a lookout for huge whales and large seabird colonies. …
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Scoresby Sund
$14,845
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Scoresbysund Autumn Micro Cruise

10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Cruise Viking Bay’s dramatic cliffs
  • Discover Danmark Island’s history
  • Sail Hare Fjord’s tranquil waters
  • Visit Bear Islands’ landscapes
Starts / Ends:
Keflavik International Airport / Keflavik International Airport
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise to and from Keflavik aboard the MV Vikingfjord. Experience the magic of Scoresbysund in autumn, where the northern lights dance across the Arctic skies in a breathtaking display. This celestial phenomenon is especially prevalent this time of year, lighting up the heavens …
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Stop in beautiful Parga
$12,390
2-for-1
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Mediterranean Enchantments

8 Day Itinerary aboard Emerald Azzurra
  • Visit the site of Delphi
  • Explore the Albanian Riviera
  • Marvel at the town of Kotor
  • Explore ports in 4 countries
Starts / Ends:
Piraeus / Dubrovnik
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Urban Exploration, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
This 8-day itinerary aboard the Emerald Azzurra is a great way to be enchanted with the Eastern Mediterranean. Explore the wealth of beauty that Greece has to offer, starting from the port of Piraeus in Athens, sail along the Corinth Canal to Itea and explore the archaeological site of Delphi, …
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Porto Cityscape, Portugal
$3,699
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Flavors of Portugal & Spain - Cruise Only

8 Day Itinerary aboard MS Amavida
  • Explore Porto's historic old town
  • Taste Portugal's wines
  • Visit Nossa Senhora dos Remédios
  • Hike through Vega Terron, Spain
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wine Tasting
Activity Level:
Variable
Start your adventure in the city of Porto and learn more about its rich history while visiting sites such as Palacio de Mateus, located in the beautiful region of Trás-os-Montes near the city of Vila Real. The interior of the house features various religious images and exquisite furniture, …
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
$17,250
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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 12 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore the Svalbard coast
  • Discover islands and fjords
  • Actively explore the scenery
  • Explore the coves and inlets
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On a 10-day voyage aboard the new National Geographic Resolution, discover the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway, including the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard. Spend several remarkable days amid the ice floes of Svalbard and follow nature’s rhythms in search of walruses, …
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
$9,899
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Ring Around Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Harpa Concert Hall
  • Visit Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
  • Experience culture of Isafjordur
  • Explore streets in Seydisfjordur
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a captivating 8-day cruise through Iceland. Start in Reykjavík, admiring its colorful houses and modern architecture at the Harpa Concert Hall. Explore Grundarfjordur, with its majestic Kirkjufell mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Discover the culture and beauty of …
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Houses of Greenland
$26,030
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Northeast Greenland's Unexplored Sea Ice

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Discover Blosseville
  • Cross Denmark Strait
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Watch the arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Fishing, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
This 15-day cruise provides an unforgettable experience of visiting the northeast coast of Greenland, one of the most remote areas in the Far North. Explore the coasts of Blosseville, Ittoqqortoormiit, and Greenland's northeast roundtrip Reykjavík aboard Le Commandant Charcot. Embark in …
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Ring Of Brodgar, Orkney
$11,995
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Wild Scotland

Edinburgh - Aberdeen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Visit the St Kilda
  • Explore the Orkney Islands
  • Kayak through caves and lochs
  • Visit an Iron Age broch
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Aberdeen
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Stand Up Paddle Boarding, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
From the Hebrides in the west to inhospitable windswept specks of land like St Kilda and Foula, and to the Orkney and Shetland islands in the north, you’ll explore the intriguing diversity of Scotland’s wild islands. You can plan to take in Neolithic sites scarcely changed in 5,000 …
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Church in the center of Marpissa, Paros, Greece
$2,500
EBD
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Jewels of the Cyclades

8 Day Itinerary aboard Galileo
  • Dine at traditional Greek Tavernas
  • Enjoy a swim-stop at Poliegos
  • Explore Delos's archaeological site
  • Walk through Syros
Starts / Ends:
Athens / Athens
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Small Ship Sailing, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Take an 8-day cruise on the Galileo, which leaves and returns to Athens, to see the Aegean Islands, known for their white-washed villages and ports, bright skies, and crystal seas. During your trip, you can visit popular destinations like Santorini and Mykonos, as well as lesser-known islands such …
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Kayaking through the arctic waters.
$17,250
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Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Make for the wilder wilds
  • Discover the islands and fjords
  • Actively explore the scenery
  • Explore the coves and inlets
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On a 10-day voyage aboard the new National Geographic Endurance, discover the remote islands and fjords of northern Norway, including the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard. Spend several remarkable days amid the ice floes of Svalbard and follow nature’s rhythms in search of walruses, seals, …
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Ring of Brodgar is a unique stone circle in Scotland.
$10,946
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Scotland's Highlands and Islands

8 Day Itinerary aboard Lord of the Glens
  • Sail through Loch Ness
  • Visit medieval abbey ruins
  • Hike in spectacular Cuillin Hills
  • Discover ancient standing stones
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Biking, Hiking, Land & Sea Exploration, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
The only expedition of its kind, explore Scotland as few people have on an encompassing and enchanting Scotland voyage. Walk among ancient stone monuments, weave your way through ruins of fantastic castles, and stroll through a sacred abbey. Learn the legacy of 1,300-year-old clans and visit the …
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Bearded seal in Svalbard, Norway
$24,607
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard

16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Explore the rare northern fjords
  • Paddle in a deep fjord
  • Explore Lofoten Islands
  • Visit the famous building in Tromso
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take National Geographic Endurance in exploring Norway’s fjord-carved coast, from the charming town of Bergen, past the North Cape to the ice and wildness of the Svalbard archipelago, for a perfect balance between the charmingly scenic and the spectacularly wild. Explore Tromso and Bear …
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Broch of Mousa, Scotland
$6,195
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British Isles: Legendary History & Wild Nature

13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • See Tresco, Bronze Age burial site
  • Discover Tresco Abbey Garden
  • Enjoy bird-watching in Rathlin
  • Step inside the fortress Llanduno
  • Visit the island of Staffa
Starts / Ends:
Portsmouth / Leith
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take this opportunity to join Sea Spirit on its 13-day cruise to explore and discover the wonderful beaches, ruins and wildlife as you visit different islands. Discover the sand-fringed island of Tresco, Bronze Age burial site and see the 20,000 exotic plants in Tresco Abbey Garden. Enjoy …
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City of Dubrovnik
$2,773
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Croatia and Montenegro

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV La Belle de L'Adriatique
  • Discover Dubrovnik
  • Explore beautiful Mljet
  • Enjoy Veneto-Byzantine tradition
  • Visit the gorgeous Krka Falls
Starts / Ends:
Dubrovnik / Dubrovnik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
Sail the jewels of the Mediterranean on this 8-day Croatia and Montenegro cruise. Discover charming villages, pristine beaches, and historical gems as you sail from Dubrovnik to Miljet, Korcula, Split, and more. Disembark daily and embark on optional excursions which take you to thundering …
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Puffins on the Latrabjarg Cliffs
$4,834
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Wild Iceland Escape

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
  • Soak in geothermal hot springs,
  • Discover Westfjords' biodiversity
  • Watch out for humpback whales
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover why Iceland is known as the “land of fire and ice” on a voyage to the remote fjords and volcanic isles along the country's western coast. Venture across the stark landscape of an island formed by volcanic eruptions, where the ground is still warmed by geothermal activity. …
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