Arctic Tours & Holidays
Small Group Tours & Tailor-Made Holidays
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Overview
The remote and beautiful Arctic remains one of the most unexplored parts of the planet. Incorporating parts of Alaska, Canada, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Russia and Sweden, the Arctic has attracted intrepid explorers down the ages, from Franklin to Shackleton. This is a land of 24-hour daylight, dramatic fjords and glaciers and a rich wildlife including polar bears, walrus, arctic fox and beluga whales.
On our selection or Arctic Cruises, you can visit the Arctic Circle and the ...
The remote and beautiful Arctic remains one of the most unexplored parts of the planet. Incorporating parts of Alaska, Canada, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Russia and Sweden, the Arctic has attracted intrepid explorers down the ages, from Franklin to Shackleton. This is a land of 24-hour daylight, dramatic fjords and glaciers and a rich wildlife including polar bears, walrus, arctic fox and beluga whales.
On our selection or Arctic Cruises, you can visit the Arctic Circle and the picturesque Faroe Islands and learn about the region’s Viking heritage, or travel through the fjords and seas of Norway up to Svalbard, where zodiacs bring you close to icebergs and wildlife. Visit the Russian Arctic National Park and see polar bears, walrus, endangered bowhead whales and a huge variety of seabirds. And of course a visit to the Arctic offers the chance to witness one of nature’s most spectacular shows, the Northern Lights.
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TAILOR-MADE HOLIDAYS
SUGGESTED ITINERARIES
Cruise: From The Highlands To The High Arctic
Perfect for wildlife enthusiasts and bird afficionados, this 12-day cruise explores the fauna and marine life along the islands from northern Scotland to Arctic Norway including the Shetland, Faroe and Svalbard islands
Cruise: Norwegian Arctic Encompassed
Begin in the northern Scottish islands, travelling up the Norwegian coast through fjords and UNESCO sites and stopping off at historic villages, before ending in the Arctic Svalbard Archipelago for some wildlife spotting
Cruise: Realm Of The Polar Bear
Dedicated to spotting Arctic wildlife this cruise explores the fjords and glaciers of the High Arctic around the Svalbard archipelago. Based on the ship, you’ll take zodiacs out in search of whales, seals and polar bears
Cruise: Franz Josef Land & The Russian Arctic
Journey from Norway’s Svalbard to the Russian High Arctic to reach little-explored Franz Josef Land, home to polar and marine life. To reach its islands, travel through icy landscapes looking for whales along the wayHIGHLIGHTS OF ARCTIC
BEST EXPERIENCES
WITNESS THE MOST SPECTACULAR SHOW ON EARTH
From January to March the polar night stretches on for far longer, providing the perfect spot to seek out the shimmering majesty of the ethereal aurora borealis, also known as the Northern Lights.
ACCESS EPIC LANDSCAPES & RARE WILDLIFE
Explore unspoiled landscapes formed of majestic fjords and towering glaciers, remote islands and rugged coastlines, and discover some of the world’s most beautiful and endangered wildlife species as you spot whales, polar bears, walruses, and many different sea birds.
DISCOVER REMOTE COMMUNITIES
Gain an in-depth insight into the Arctic’s diverse history and culture, from the fishing communities of the remote Shetland and Faroe Islands, to uncovering an abandoned Soviet research facility and learning about Viking heritage.OUR FAVOURITE PLACES TO STAY
Expedition - Longyearbyen, Longyearbyen Arctic
Refurbished in 2009, the Expedition holds a capacity of 134 passengers, with the option of quadruple, triple, twin and double category cabins. All rooms have private bathrooms and portholes or windows…