Arctic Circle ToursListed below are expeditions to the Arctic Circle provided by some of the leading tour companies in the industry. Choose the route of interest from the list below (routes are shown on the map to the right, click to enlarge) and browse the available options. For further details and to book your tour, click "details & booking" to visit the tour company website. Spitsbergen (10) Spitsbergen and Norwegian Fjords (3) North Pole Expedition (0) Russian Arctic (0) Northwest Passage (0) |
Spitsbergen and Greenland
Combine Spitsbergen with Greenland's striking east coast landscapes, including the magnificent fjords of Scoresbysund.
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Search for polar bears on Svalbard, explore East Greenland's magnificent fjords and sail in to Iceland, 'The Land of Fire and Ice' on this superlative, two week, Arctic Cruise holiday. Throughout the holiday there will be daily briefings and fascinating lectures about the arctic region, its wildlife and geology, from our friendly team of onboard experts. Outfitted as a cruise ship, the MS Expedition provides an excellent base for polar exploration. With dining areas, presentation rooms, good sized cabins, and viewing decks, we will have plenty of space and entertainment whilst onboard. We begin our voyage in Spitsbergen, deep in the land of the midnight sun. Here we explore the edges of the ice floe on foot and by zodiac accompanied by expert guides, keeping our eyes peeled for wildlife at all times! Leaving Svalbard behind we sail on past the extraordinary fjords of East Greenland where we can walk on the colourful autumnal arctic tundra searching for rare birdlife. We will also have the rare opportunity to visit a local Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit. Finally we cross the Denmark Strait to Iceland and we should keep an eye out for a variety of whale species and dolphin as we cruise along. We complete our exploration of the region in the vibrant Icelandic city of Reykjavik; the perfect ending to a truly unforgettable and educational journey filled with unique wildlife and impressive scenery. This is one of our Explore International holidays. Participants on these trips can book through KE or through one of our international partners. This helps us to gather together sufficient numbers of like-minded adventurers to get your holiday up and running quickly. Led by an English-speaking guide, the cosmopolitan nature of these groups can be an important part of the experience! |
Encompassing some of the stunning natural highlights of the Arctic, this exceptional adventure takes you from Spitsbergen to Greenland, following the drifting pack ice as it sweeps down towards the Scoresby Sund and the Denmark Strait. Under the perfect light of the midnight sun, you'll navigate your way through landscapes accessible only by boat, as you explore some of the most pristine settings on the planet.From the old mining settlement of Longyearbyen, you'll journey through the inspiring beauty of Spitsbergen and down across the Greenland Sea. These Arctic waters are home to polar bears, whales and dolphins, whilst the vast tundra provides a rich feeding ground for the unique Svalbard reindeer. The further south you head, the Arctic landscapes change and, as you head into the waters of the Denmark Strait you enter the impressive fjords of northeastern Greenland.A chance to visit the remote coastal community of Ittoqqortoormiit provides an opportunity to learn more about life in these harsh landscapes, before you head on towards the steamy waters of Reykjavik and the end of the journey.Highlights
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This incredible expedition takes you to the biggest islands in the Arctic - Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland. After a short stop in Longyearbyen, you will head north through the magnificent North West Spitsbergen National Park. The area is characterised by big inland glaciers and a typical alpine landscape and is filled with spectacular contrasts, from lush areas to naked moraines, rocky ridges and glaciers diving into the sea. Kongsfjorden and Magdalenefjorden impress with their dramatic landscapes and interesting history. At 78º 55' N you visit Ny Ålesund, one of the world's northernmost year-round communities and an advanced High Arctic research station. As we sail towards the coast of Greenland, you can enjoy the solitude of this remote corner of the world. Once in the fjords of north east Greenland your sense of distance, size and shape of landscapes will be challenged. These are the largest fjords in the world and the surrounding alpine landscape, with hanging glaciers and dramatic vertical granite walls, reaches as far as the eye can see. From the Westfjords of Iceland we spend three days exploring untouched nature with cliffs and valleys, high waterfalls and pure streams. This includes seeing famous places like Grundarfjörður, Flateyri and Ísafjörður, before ending this extraordinary arctic voyage in Reykjavik. This is an expedition where the elements rule, and the weather, wind and ice conditions will determine our final schedule. Safety is paramount and the captain will decide the final sailing itinerary during the voyage. This itinerary is just an indication of what you may experience on what promises to be a unique expedition. |
Spitsbergen, Greenland and Iceland This voyage combines the best of Spitsbergen and Greenland, with a taste of Iceland. Spitsbergen’s rugged northwest coast comprises mountains, tundra and fjords. While crossing the icy waters of the Greenland Sea, our onboard experts share their knowledge of the region’s plants, animals and history. Greenland’s remote east coast shows off the immensity of the icecap, fantastic icebergs and a fairytale landscape of granite spires rising 1000 m above exquisite fjords! The local Inuits welcome us and share their unique culture. |
Sailing from Spitsbergen to Greenland, follow the ice’s edge with an eye peeled to the horizon for wildlife. Navigating south, you'll explore this remote landscape not only by ship but also on foot and via Zodiac. This journey highlights the contrast and change in the Arctic as you move south, finally ending in Iceland, the Land of Fire and Ice. An Inuit village, unique wildlife, and remote destinations are just some of the highlights on this truly unforgettable voyage through the Arctic. |