Arctic Cruises
Cruises to the Arctic have many itinerary options! Choose from expedition activities such as hiking, birdwatching, searching for polar bears or the aurora borealis, and many more. Trips to the Arctic feature beautiful scenery and enchanting destinations. Reservations for these cruises fill quickly and often months in advance, so contact Polar Holidays to book your cruise today!
Spitsbergen – Northeast Greenland – Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes
Aug 23rd, 2025 - Sep 5th, 2025
Prices from $7,450 to $16,700
A voyage starting in Longyearbyen (Spitsbergen) sailing into Raudfjord and to Moffen Island on the North coast of West Spitsbergen, then sailing along the Northeast coast of Greenland and ending in Akureyri (Iceland). Approaching Greenland we will attempt to sail through the......(read more)
North Spitsbergen – Arctic Spring , Birding Special
Jun 5th, 2026 - Jun 15th, 2026
Prices from $5,600 to $7,000
Embark on an Arctic expedition that gives you the stunning ice-filled scenery of Spitsbergen's late winter combined with the enhanced wildlife possibilities of the budding spring. As you explore the western island's amazing coastlines, you'll venture among coloss......(read more)
North Spitsbergen – Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail
May 29th, 2026 - Jun 5th, 2026
Prices from $3,950 to $4,900
Cruise along the pack-ice of North Spitsbergen for a great chance of spotting Polar Bears. You’ll sail into beautiful fjords found on the north coast of West Spitsbergen, a fantastically beautiful fjord crested with spectacular glaciers and home to Ringed and Bearded S......(read more)
Arctic Ocean – Fair Isle, Jan Mayen, Ice Edge, Spitsbergen, Birding
May 27th, 2026 - Jun 5th, 2026
Prices from $3,050 to $5,550
Sailing between the Scottish port of Aberdeen and our most cherished Arctic archipelago, Svalbard, this expedition adventure explores the islands of Fair Isle and Jan Mayen as well as the amazing Spitsbergen ice edge, giving you the chance to search for whales, and other ani......(read more)
North Sea – Vlissingen to Aberdeen
May 25th, 2026 - May 27th, 2026
Prices from $300 to $450
Search for whales, seals, and seabirds on a scenic voyage from our home port of Vlissingen to culturally rich Aberdeen, the "Granite City" of northeast Scotland. White-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, minke whales, orcas, and various species of seabird are all p......(read more)
Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail
May 1st, 2026 - May 8th, 2026
Prices from $3,950 to $4,900
This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of 700 – 850 meters (2,300 – 2,800 feet)......(read more)
East Greenland – Scoresby Sund – Iceland, Aurora Borealis, Fly & Sail
Oct 1st, 2025 - Oct 12th, 2025
Prices from $5,900 to $7,300
Sail through Earth’s largest fjord system on a historic three-masted vessel, getting the chance to encounter exotic Arctic wildlife like musk oxen and Arctic hares under the enchanting aurora borealis. Greenland whales may also appear between landing sites, where we wi......(read more)
East Greenland, Scoresby Sund – Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes
Sep 5th, 2025 - Sep 14th, 2025
Prices from $5,650 to $13,150
The East Greenland – Scoresby Sund cruise crosses the Arctic Circle into the home waters of multiple species of whale. The expedition will spot huge icebergs as it journeys into the largest and deepest fjord system in the world. Along the way the Northern Lights is gui......(read more)
South Greenland Explorer, Aurora Borealis, Incl. flight from Copenhagen to Narsarsuaq
Sep 2nd, 2025 - Sep 11th, 2025
Prices from $5,150 to $9,300
Southeast Greenland offers many historic sites relating to ancient Thule, Norse, and Moravian culture while also allowing us to walk in the footsteps of famed polar explorers like Fridtjof Nansen. Glaciers, icebergs, and fjords make for a dazzling environment where we may se......(read more)
East Greenland, Scoresby Sund – Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes
Aug 30th, 2025 - Sep 8th, 2025
Prices from $5,650 to $10,650
The East Greenland – Scoresby Sund cruise crosses the Arctic Circle into the home waters of multiple species of whale. The expedition will spot huge icebergs as it journeys into the largest and deepest fjord system in the world. Along the way the Northern Lights is gui......(read more)
North Spitsbergen Explorer – Into the pack ice – Polar Bear Special
Jun 5th, 2026 - Jun 12th, 2026
Prices from $4,450 to $8,050
This expedition focuses on the pack ice of north Spitsbergen and many opportunities to spot whales, polar bears, seabirds, walruses, and other such wildlife.
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Around Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet
Aug 14th, 2025 - Aug 23rd, 2025
Prices from $5,650 to $13,150
This cruise around Spitsbergen gives you a great chance to see whales, foxes, reindeer, seals, and polar bears.
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East and South Greenland Explorer, Incl. flight from Narsarsuaq to Copenhagen
Aug 13th, 2025 - Sep 2nd, 2025
Prices from $11,000 to $20,100
East Greenland is among the most remote and least populated areas of the Arctic, a wild place of dramatic fjords, small Inuit settlements, and ancient remains from Viking and Thule cultures. Sail and explore the coastlines of this ruggedly beautiful region, enjoying its impr......(read more)
Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Jul 30th, 2025 - Aug 8th, 2025
Prices from $5,650 to $10,650
A voyage around Spitsbergen, where you have chances to see the King of the Arctic, Walrus, Reindeer, various bird species and surprisingly beautiful flora. Near the mouth of Liefdefjorden, we will go ashore for a walk on the tundra of Reindyrsflya. Sailing into Liefdefjorden......(read more)
Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Jul 26th, 2025 - Aug 4th, 2025
Prices from $5,650 to $10,650
A voyage around Spitsbergen, where you have chances to see the King of the Arctic, Walrus, Reindeer, various bird species and surprisingly beautiful flora. Near the mouth of Liefdefjorden, we will go ashore for a walk on the tundra of Reindyrsflya. Sailing into Liefdefjorden......(read more)
Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice
Jul 21st, 2025 - Jul 30th, 2025
Prices from $5,650 to $10,650
A voyage around Spitsbergen, where you have chances to see the King of the Arctic, Walrus, Reindeer, various bird species and surprisingly beautiful flora. Near the mouth of Liefdefjorden, we will go ashore for a walk on the tundra of Reindyrsflya. Sailing into Liefdefjorden......(read more)