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Explore these 43 top North Sea cruises for 2025 and 2026. Some of the most popular activities on our North Sea trips include cruises, wildlife viewing, small ship cruises, wildlife & safari exploration, and kayaking. Discover Longyearbyen, Oslo, Svalbard, Tromso, and Bergen with your expert local English-speaking guides who will show you the hot spots and the off-the-beaten-path hidden gems. We work with only the best small ships that carry under 500 fortunate guests, and we can give you unbiased advice to match you with the perfect ship and perfect cruise for your next vacation. Our North Sea cruises start from $1,720 for cruises of 6 to 19 days. Contact one of Adventure Life's North Sea cruise specialists for help planning a 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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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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$9,890
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The Norwegian Fjords, Bear Island, and Svalbard

Bergen - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore coastal Norway
  • Sail by Torghatten's ice sheets
  • Visit the Polar Museum in Tromso
  • Cruise in a Zodiac to Bear Island
  • Search for Arctic wildlife
  • View the fjords of Hornsund
Starts / Ends:
Bergen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join M/S Stockholm on a great adventure, exploring some of Norway’s most exciting and scenic locations, including the majestic Storfjord, the charming town of Alesund, and the picturesque fishing village of Nusfjord, included on UNESCO’s World Heritage list. Continue towards the …
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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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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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Colorful port of Bergen
$10,254
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Cruising the Norwegian Fjords – with Smithsonian Journeys

Oslo - Bergen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Discover Oslo's green beauty
  • Visit Arendal's historic coastline
  • Wander Alesund's architecture
  • Admire Olden's glacial wonder
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Bergen
Activities:
Hiking, Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard Le Bellot to uncover the stunning splendor of Norway's fjords. Start in Oslo, Norway's vibrant capital, before sailing to Gothenburg, Sweden. Visit the World of Volvo and the Museum of Fine Arts, showcasing works by Munch, Van Gogh, Picasso, and Monet. In …
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
$12,295
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Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Discover Spitsbergen
  • Enjoy tundra hikes
  • Venture close to 80° north
  • Discover Longyearbyen
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day expedition cruise to and from Oslo aboard the Greg Mortimer. Exploring Svalbard's largest island, navigate pack ice to discover walruses and bearded seals. Along stunning fjords bordered by towering mountains, search for polar bears and spot nesting guillemots, safeguarded …
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A polar bear and her playful cub.
$15,204
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Land of the Ice Bears: An In-Depth Exploration of Arctic Svalbard

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • View polar bears on the pack ice
  • Observe walruses and other wildlife
  • Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
  • Enjoy superlative photos ops
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
A high Arctic archipelago situated beyond Norway’s fjord-fretted coast, a mere 600 miles from the North Pole, Svalbard is a place of deep fjords, snowcapped mountains, and massive sheets of ice glowing under the midnight sun. It’s a magnificent polar bear habitat that provides …
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Exploring Greenland
$19,695
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Encounter Svalbard
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Enjoy viewing wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Oslo to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover Svalbard's realm of perpetual daylight, where thrilling encounters with polar bears, walruses on sea ice, and echoing guillemot cries create unforgettable moments. In East Greenland, sail through …
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
$33,990
2-for-1
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Norwegian Fjords & Crossing the Arctic Circle

Bergen - Oslo - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Scenic Eclipse
  • Cruise through Sognefjord and Flåm
  • Explore Art Nouveau architecture
  • Sail through Geirangerfjord
  • Cruise past Lofoten Islands
Starts / Ends:
Bergen / Oslo
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day adventure aboard the Scenic Eclipse as travelers journey through Norway's stunning fjords and cross the Arctic Circle. Depart from Bergen and sail along the picturesque Norwegian coastline. Cruise through Sognefjord, visit Flåm, and enjoy a scenic railway journey. …
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Glacier reflections contrast the red rock landscape
$22,295
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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Explore Oslo’s vibrant city
  • Sail through Svalbard’s coastlines
  • Spot whales in Greenland
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit village
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Reykjavik
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Experience the wonders of the Arctic on this 15-day cruise aboard Sylvia Earle. Start in Longyearbyen and visit the Svalbard Global Seed Vault before exploring Svalbard's arctic wilderness, spotting polar bears, walruses, and nesting guillemots. Sail to East Greenland, encountering whales and …
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Colorful sunset over Tallinn, Estonia
$10,770
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Islands and Cities, from the North Sea to the Baltic

Oslo to Stockholm - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Visit the National Gallery in Oslo
  • Visit canal networks and palaces
  • See the architecture of Tallinn
  • Visit the Royal Palace in Stockholm
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Stockholm
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Board Le Laperouse for a 10-day cruise and discover vibrant cultures, and breathtaking scenery of islands and cities from the North Sea to the Baltic, starting in the green city of Oslo. Visit Marstrand, an island with no cars, rich in history and natural beauty. Discover Copenhagen's colorful …
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View the colorful houses of Bergen
$1,936
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The Coastal Express – North

Bergen - Kirkenes - 7 Day Itinerary aboard MS Nordlys
  • Cruise through Geirangerfjord
  • Cross the Arctic Circle
  • Explore small fishing villages
  • Meet a local Sami family
Starts / Ends:
Bergen / Kirkenes
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the stunning fjords of Norway on this 7-day expedition cruise. Begin in Bergen and travel north, cruising through remote fjords, stopping in pristine coastal villages, and navigating through off-the-beaten-path destinations. Adventure awaits as you sail to Trondheim, cross the Arctic …
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
$8,999
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Arctic Sojourn

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Discover Nybyen
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Experience towering glaciers, tranquil fjords, and thrilling wildlife encounters. Guided shore landings reveal ancient whaling sites and rich history, while Zodiac safaris offer breathtaking views of Svalbard’s …
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Scattered houses of Tromso
$9,590
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Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords

Tromso - Copenhagen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Encounter Sami people
  • Explore the Lofoten archipelago
  • Visit Geiranger
  • Traverse the Eagle Road
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Copenhagen
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the beauty of the Norwegian fjords on this 11-day Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords cruise from Tromso to Copenhagen aboard Le Bellot. This adventure includes encounters with the Sami - an ancestral reindeer-herding people, visits to traditional camps, and the chance to witness the …
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A moment of stillness in Copenhagen
$10,150
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Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords

Tromso - Copenhagen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Le Champlain
  • Encounter Sami people
  • Explore the Lofoten archipelago
  • Visit Geiranger
  • Traverse the Eagle Road
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Copenhagen
Activities:
Local Market Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover the beauty of the Norwegian fjords on this 11-day Ancient Traditions & Norwegian Fjords cruise from Tromso to Copenhagen aboard Le Champlain. This adventure includes encounters with the Sami - an ancestral reindeer-herding people, visits to traditional camps, and the chance to witness …
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
$24,972
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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard (Southbound)

Oslo -Bergen - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • Explore Norway's northern fjords
  • Hike, walk, and kayak
  • Follow the fjord-carved coast
  • Spot Arctic wildlife in Svalbard
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Bergen
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board National Geographic Resolution 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. Explore Tromso and Bear …
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