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One of history's expeditionary legends, The Arctic has captivated humankind's imagination for hundreds of years. It is defined as any area above 66 33'N and standing at a huge 14.5 million square km, almost the same size as Antarctica.

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Into the Polar Bear’s Realm

This popular introduction to Svalbard is keenly priced and, with numerous early season departures, guarantees plenty of ice. Sail onboard one of the newest ships in polar waters and spot bears from the plentiful deck space. Optional kayaking and hiking…

• 11 Days
• $8,017

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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation

Maximise wildlife sightings with the chance to circumnavigate Spitsbergen island. Search for walrus, arctic fox, whales and of course the ‘King of The Arctic'. Sail through the Hinlopen Strait and visit abandoned trapping stations and experience glaciers up close all…

• 11 or 12 Days
• $14,921

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Svalbard Explorer

Circumnavigate Spitsbergen on board on a comfortable expedition ship and in the company of specialist guides. Travelling on a smaller ship allows you more time to explore, and some late-season departures benefit from stunning autumn light. Ask about special guest…

• 12 Days
• $9,290

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North Pole in Luxury

Reach the top of the world in serious comfort onboard a state-of-the-art luxury, hybrid-powered icebreaker. Travel north through icebound waters and join the exclusive list of intrepid explorers who have visited the geographical North…

• 16 Days
• $38,084

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Northwest Passage Odyssey

A full transit of the Northwest Passage is a truly epic undertaking, travelling in the footsteps of legendary explorers Amundsen, Franklin and Larsen. This voyage is distinguished by the small, nimble and comfortably appointed expedition ship you'll travel on, with…

• 29 Days
• $35,697

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​Ultima Thule: Northwest Passage & West Greenland

Spending time exploring Canada’s historic Northwest Passage and West Greenland, we like this voyage’s balance and variety as much as exploring little visited spots such as Thule, one of the northernmost towns in the world, and Smith Sound. Big ice,…

• 17 Days
• $22,731

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Untamed East Greenland

Exploring East Greenland’s wild, dramatic coastline on board a small, custom-built polar ship, this is expedition cruising at its very best. Hike the autumnal tundra in search of musk oxen during the day, with a strong chance to see the…

• 11 Days
• $11,696

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High Arctic Explorer: Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland

Beginning in Svalbard before sailing west across the Greenland Sea and exploring Greenland’s long eastern coastline to finish in Iceland, this is an audacious Arctic journey of startling diversity and contrast. Spectacular landscapes, towering glaciers and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife encounters all…

• 15 Days
• $16,721

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Ice & Fire: East Greenland & Iceland Combined

There are few wilder, more remote places on the planet than East Greenland. Travelling by a small, very comfortable custom-built expedition ship, this voyage aims to showcase the best of Greenland’s eye-popping scenery, vast ice and exotic wildlife. Walk the…

• 12 Days
• $19,769

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West Greenland & Disko Bay

This might be a short trip but it packs a huge amount in. Sail among the ice of Disko Bay and spot humpbacks hunting herring; trek to the look out over Jakobshavn Glacier; explore the settlements of Sisimiut and Itilleq…

• 8 Days
• $5,195

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Winter snowmobiling in Svalbard

Spanning over 5 million square miles and encompassing 8 sovereign nations, we're regularly asked where to go in the Arctic as the choice on offer is so overwhelming.Wildlife enthusiasts can discover the realm of the polar bear in Svalbard, history buffs can relive the four-century search for the fabled Northwest Passage through the Canadian Arctic, adventurers can explore the edge of the habitable world by snowmobile or dog sled in Greenland and destination baggers can cross the far north off their bucket lists with a visit to the North Pole - a dream shared by many, but achieved by few.

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The area incorporates 8 different Arctic States: United States, Canada, Finland, Greenland, Iceland, Norway, Russia, and Sweden. Having accommodated for human life for over 20,000 years, the Arctic is an unmissable beauty.

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