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Discover Scandinavia in May 2026 on one of these 8 tours hand-selected by the travel experts at Adventure Life. Explore the best of Longyearbyen, Fair Isle, Svalbard, Faroe Islands, and Jan Mayen during May 2026 as you enjoy cruises, wildlife viewing, small ship cruises, whale watching, and hiking. Prices for trips in May 2026 range from $3,050 to $30,495 for a vacation of 8 to 13 days. Choose any of the below 8 itineraries in May 2026 and customize it when you contact one of Adventure Life's expert Scandinavia trip planners.
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
$10,099
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Wilds of the High Arctic

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Longyearbyen
  • Explore Nybyen
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Spot elusive wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
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Embark on a 9-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Explore the remote High Arctic of Svalbard, teeming with wildlife like polar bears, reindeer, whales, and Arctic foxes. Rugged landscapes and isolated landings offer thrilling adventures in one of the world's most …
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Scattered houses of Tromso
$9,399
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Captivating North Cape

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Tromso
  • Visit Skarsvag
  • Discover North Cape
  • Explore Hammerfest
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Tromso to Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Discover the High Arctic of Svalbard, where the sun dances on the horizon, glaciers meet the sea, and wildlife thrives in untouched beauty. Hear the Arctic's song with seabirds and breaching whales. Experience the …
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Ski the Arctic.
$3,700
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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Watch for polar bears and walrus
  • Visit Kongsfjorden and Isfjord
  • Ski the snowy Arctic terrain
  • Enjoy zodiac cruising and hiking
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Skiing, Small Ship Cruises
Activity Level:
Variable
The 8-day journey will start and end in Longyearbyen. This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered ski techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves ski climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of …
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A towering iceberg
$3,950
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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s history
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Hike Alkhorne
  • Explore historic Ny Ålesund
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Get ready for an 8-day trip on the Rembrandt van Rijn to explore Svalbard's landscapes and history. Start in Longyearbyen, visit the parish church and Svalbard Museum, then sail through Isfjorden, watching for minke whales. Explore Trygghamna's old whaling and hunting stations. Head to …
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Mysterious Spitsbergen scenery
$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
Starts / Ends:
Aberdeen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Ortelius, starting in Aberdeen, Scotland, where you can spot cetaceans like orcas and admire the historic Girdle Ness lighthouse. On Fair Isle, explore seabird breeding grounds and watch for grey seals while enjoying the island's renowned knitwear. Sail …
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Beautiful view of Spitsbergen.
$6,795
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Crossing the Arctic Circle, Jan Mayen & Svalbard

13 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Enjoy Edinburg's unique charm
  • Explore St. Magnus Cathedral
  • Explore Spitsbergen & its wildlife
  • Visit Kirkjubøur
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board the Sea Spirit to join this 13-day Arctic cruise from Edinburgh, Scotland to Longyearbyen, Norway. Long days and short nights give you ample opportunity to experience this region the way the Vikings did centuries ago. Enjoy stops in the Faroe Islands, Kirkwall, and the Shetland Islands before …
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Ring Of Brodgar, Orkney
$5,595
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British Isles & Faroes: Wild Islands & Lands of Legends

12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Edinburgh
  • Discover Kirkwall
  • Experience Orkney
  • Enjoy Fair Isle
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Edinburgh
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit starting in Edinburgh, Scotland, where historic charm awaits. Cruise from the Port of Leith to Kirkwall, immersing yourself in Orkney's rich heritage at St Magnus Cathedral and ancient Neolithic sites. Fair Isle dazzles with birdwatching and …
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Grass covers the houses of the Faroe Islands, blending them into the landscape.
$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
Starts / Ends:
Aberdeen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day expedition from Aberdeen to Reykjavik aboard the Greg Mortimer. Start in Aberdeen, soaking in its vibrant culture and visiting iconic sites like Kings College Chapel and St. Machar Cathedral before exploring the whiskey-making process at Glen Garioch Distillery and witnessing a …
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