Arctic Tours & Travel Packages 2024/2025

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Style Style Small Group Tour Small groups are usually defined as between 10 and 24 travelers, often less. If you're the kind of person who enjoys more intimate experiences and personal service this is a good choice. All else being equal you will pay a premium for this style vs a larger group tour.
Private Guided Private tours give you the undivided attention of a guide, and often involve special access to sites and unique experiences not available to larger groups. This is a great option for families, couples, and small friend groups. Expect to pay a bit more for the extra service.
Self Guided Tour A travel company plans your itinerary and arranges all the logistics including lodging, local activities, and transportantion. You have the flexibility of a solo trip while still getting the convience and time savings of expert planning. Get 90% of the benefits of a tour, without a guide.
Group Tour Groups are between 25-60 people, typically ~30-40. Usually there will be many opportunities to split off and enjoy meals and excursions in smaller groups. This is the most economical way to travel, saving up to 40% versus booking the same itinerary yourself.
River Cruise These vessels are smaller than most ocean cruisers, limiting which amenties are available. Passenger counts can vary. One of the biggest advantages of a river cruise is the ability to dock at smaller ports and local villages.
Small Ship Cruise Small ship cruises usually have a max passenger count of 500. The primary purpose of these trips is to spend time off the vessel in local ports (e.g. Mediterranean) or experiencing nature (e.g Galapagos or Antarctica). Cabins can vary from budget to luxury.
Large Ship Cruise This is the "floating city" experience, with multiple ways to enjoy your vacation aboard the ship as much as on land. Ships are multiple floors, provide several activities, culinary, and shopping options. They often make fewer stops and have less time available for shore excursions.
Retreats Similar to a self guided tour but staying in one location only with activities and day outings included as a part of the stay.

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Lodging Level Lodging Level Camping Typically involves most nights sleeping in tents (sometimes permanent tented sites) or in rustic cabins and lodges.
Basic - 2 star You'll stay in no-frills, but clean and comfortable, hotels or guesthouses. A 'Basic' trip might also involve a few nights of camping.
Value - 3 star Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Premium - 4 star 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards.
Luxury - 5 star The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays.

Physical Level Physical Level Very Easy Minimal walking - motor vehicles available for all major parts of trip.
Easy Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
Moderate Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
Strenuous All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
Extreme Very challenging all day hiking and backpacking carrying significant equipment.

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Travel Style Travel Style Flexible schedule A lot of free time, with very few inclusions. Ideal for independent and/or low-key travelers and cruisers.
Full schedule For those looking to maximize their sight seeing time. You thrive on a packed day’s schedule from 8 am to 6pm, with some (but limited) free time. Most activities and meals included.
Balanced schedule You will have solid amounts of both free time and structured time with some activities and meals included.

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Solo Friendly Solo Friendly Good for Singles Trips that specifically cater to travelers looking to meet other singles.
No Single Supplement Trips where single supplement is usually not required for solo travelers.

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Exploring the Old Norse heritage

13 days
$ 517 / day
$ 6,727
Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • See icebergs when you sail in the wake of the Old Norse explorers of Iceland and Greenland
  • Explore Iceland and Greenland in one expedition
  • Authentic Greenland experience
  • Discover all the historic highlights
  • See one of the most spectacular fjord systems in the world
Visits:
Reykjavík, Iceland
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The extremes of the Arctic

16 days
$ 474 / day
$ 7,585
Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • An exclusive expedition to Greenland, Spitsbergen and Iceland.
  • Experience the largest National Park in the World
  • Untouched landscape, deep fjords and high mountains
  • Chance to see the Northern Lights and polar bears, musk oxen, polar hares, Greenland Falcon and polar wolves
Visits:
Reykjavík, Spitsbergen, Greenland, Iceland, Norway
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Spitsbergen Explorer - Wildlife Capital of the Arctic

11 days
$ 572 / day
$ 6,295
Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • Unique Arctic wildlife – polar bears, walrus, reindeer
  • Polar desert exploration
  • Continuous daylight
  • Tundra Hiking
  • Zodiac cruising
  • Snowshoeing on select expeditions
  • Optional kayak adventure on select expeditions
Visits:
Spitsbergen, Norway
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Land of the Polar Bears

National Geographic Expeditions
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 858 / day
$ 9,440
Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays. Luxury (5*)
Highlights
  • Search for the very symbol of the Arctic—the polar bear—and observe these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
  • Take naturalist-led shore walks, and cruise among beautiful passing icebergs in a Zodiac or a kayak.
  • Experience the legendary midnight sun: the ethereal light of the northern summer, when the sun never sets.
  • Watch for huge walruses, bearded and ringed seals, arctic foxes, and reindeer.
Visits:
Norway
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Greenland to Svalbard expedition

13 days
$ 502 / day
$ 6,531
Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • See a number of large fjord systems in Greenland and on Spitsbergen
  • Visit Greenland, Jan Mayen, Iceland and Spitsbergen in the same journey
  • See the wildlife in the Arctic
  • Enjoy an expedition under the midnight sun
Visits:
Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland
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Iceland Adventure

National Geographic Expeditions
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
10 days
$ 720 / day
$ 7,195
Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included. Moderate
Lodging Level : The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays. Luxury (5*)
Highlights
  • Experience the raw power of Iceland’s ice-capped volcanoes, thundering waterfalls, dazzling glaciers, and exploding geysers.
  • Learn about the creation of Europe’s largest national park, Vatnajökull, in a special meeting with a local park director.
  • Explore bubbling mud pots, steaming fumaroles, and striking lava castles around Lake Mývatn.
  • Hike up Reynisfjall mountain, one of the most beautiful coastal walks in southern Iceland
Visits:
Lake Myvatn, Reykjavík, Thingvellir National park, Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland
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Iceland Family Adventure

National Geographic Expeditions
Premier
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9 days
$ 777 / day
$ 6,990
Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included. Moderate
Lodging Level : The highest level of comfort and service. All accomodations are in four or five star hotels, boutique lodges or high-end homestays. Luxury (5*)
Highlights
  • Explore waterfalls, fjords, caves, volcanoes, and rocky islands in Iceland’s geological wonderland.
  • Visit the soaring Látrabjarg cliffs, Europe’s westernmost point and home to one of the largest colonies of nesting seabirds in Europe.
  • Go spelunking in a massive cave system formed by lava and water, and meet a leading volcanologist to learn about Iceland’s bubbling, steaming, erupting landscapes.
  • Hear riveting tales of elves, ghosts, and sea monsters from Iceland’s rich folklore tradition.
Visits:
Reykjavík, Snaefellsjökull Glacier, Thingvellir National park, Iceland
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Highlights of Northern Europe: London to Copenhagen

15 days
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Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included. Moderate
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Iconic Big Ben and Buckingham Palace in London
  • Antwerp’s Flemish charm
  • Charming canals and architecture of Amsterdam
  • Hamburg’s fascinating emigration port history
  • Copenhagen’s friendly locals and walkable historic center
  • Northern Europe’s trading cities and ports
Visits:
Hamburg, London, Stockholm, England, Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom
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Iceland: Reykjavik & the Golden Circle

6 days
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Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • Reykjavik’s vibrant art & music scene
  • The relaxing, rejuvenating Blue Lagoon
  • Great Geysir—namesake of all other geysers
  • Golden Waterfall—the most powerful in Europe
  • South Iceland’s stunning glaciers
  • Black sand beaches & towering bird cliffs
Visits:
Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss, Reykjavík, Thingvellir National park, Iceland
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Best of Scandinavia

10 days
$ 265 / day
$ 2,649
Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • Remarkable experiences in Sweden, Norway and Denmark
  • Tour historic Bryggen and see composer Edvard Grieg's former home in Bergen
  • See The Little Mermaid statue in Copenhagen
  • See the historic City Hall and scenic Old Town in Stockholm
  • Visit Vigeland Sculpture Park in Oslo
  • Scenic rail experience from Oslo to Myrdal and aboard the Flâm Railway from Myrdal to Flâm
Visits:
Bergen, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Denmark, Norway, Sweden
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Highlights of Iceland

7 days
$ 826 / day
$ 5,785
Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included. Moderate
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • Learn about living in the Arctic in Akureyri
  • Take a Herring Adventure in the North Atlantic sea
  • Walk on the Sólheimajökull Glacier
  • Explore steaming thermal geysers and towering waterfalls along the Golden Circle
  • Ride a snowmobile on the Langjökull Glacier
Visits:
Reykjavík, Iceland
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Norway

8 days
$ 637 / day
$ 5,099
Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included. Moderate
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • Explore Bergen: Visit this storybook village that was the inspiration for the kingdom of Arendelle, home to Anna and her sister Elsa in Disney's animated movie Frozen. Be sure to get a glimpse of life in the 14th-century with a visit to the Bryggen district!
  • Journey through Fjord Country: Discover diverse landscapes ranging from beautiful island coastlines to snow-capped mountains, Explore Western Norway's best known fjords, including Geirangerfjord and Naeroyfjord—both UNESCO World Heritage Sites. Meet local storytellers, fishermen and farmers.
  • River Rafting Experience: Float along the pristine waters of one of Norway's breathtaking rivers as it carries you past gorgeous Norwegian landscapes, with professional local guides providing a wonderful experience for Adventurers of all ages.
  • Learn Norwegian Folk Dancing: Take part in the rich history of one of the region's most beloved pastimes—folk dancing. Whirl around like Anna in Disney's Frozen and feel like a local from Arendelle!
  • Trout Fishing Amid Glaciers: Float on the glacial blue waters of Lake Loen for a net fishing experience and catch some trout!
  • Visit Stave Churches: Get a close-up look at these wooden masterpieces that remain an important part of Norway's heritage as well as its contribution to the history of world architecture. The unique stave-style also served as the inspiration for much of architecture in the classic Disney movie Frozen.
Visits:
Bergen, Norway
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Fireworks in the Fjords: Iceland

4 days
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Travel Style : Array Relaxed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • Experience the magic of the mysterious Northern Lights
  • Visit the black sand beaches of the south coast
  • Enjoy a 3-cource Lobster dinner at one of the Iceland’s most renowned seafood restaurants
  • Tour the glacier lagoon in Jokulsarlon
Visits:
Eiffel Tower, Reykjavík, Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland
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Northern Lights Escape

Intrepid Travel
Preferred
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
6 days
$ 308 / day
$ 1,849
From : $ 2,496
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Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels. Value (3*)
Highlights
  • On this trip we are travelling in our own private minibus as this allows us to reach some more off the beaten path destinations and gives us flexibility which would not be possible by public transport. And on top of that all our vehicles in Iceland have complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • There's a lot more to Iceland than ice and vikings. Follow the scenic 'Golden Circle', visiting geothermal springs and geysers, the mighty waterfall of Gullfoss and the site of the nation's first parliament at Thingvellir
  • Drive along the island’s spectacular South Shore past the Reynisdrangar Rocks and volcanic black sand beaches
  • Head to Skaftafell National Park and get adventurous with a hike to Vatnajokull, Europe's largest glacier
  • The aurora borealis is the best lightshow on Earth, and this trip is your ticket. Stay up late to see the northern sky dance with green light (subject to weather conditions and activity)
Visits:
Gullfoss, Jokulsarlon, Blue Lagoon, Iceland
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Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights

Intrepid Travel
Preferred
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11 days
$ 381 / day
$ 4,188
From : $ 5,151
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Travel Style : Array Mixed
Physical Level : Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment. Easy
Lodging Level : 3 to 4 star western hotel equivalents. While not all lodging will be 'luxury' they will be quite comfortable by western standards. Comfort (4*)
Highlights
  • Spend time exploring Edmonton, Slave Lake and Banff at your own pace, stopping to admire the surrounding mountain ranges.
  • Navigate the frozen waterfalls, ice caves and ice formations of Maligne Canyon on a guided exploration of the deepest accessible canyon in Jasper National Park.
  • Gaze at the clear night skies of Slave Lake and witness the natural phenomenon of Aurora when conditions are right, often referred to as the northern lights.
  • Cruise from Jasper to Banff driving on the Icefields Parkway and enjoy the roadside views – made even more scenic when you’re not the one driving.
  • Discover the natural beauty of renowned Lake Louise, and perhaps join an optional sleigh ride around its snow-covered banks.
Visits:
Banff, Calgary, Canadian Rockies, Jasper, Johnston Canyon, Lake Louise, Alberta, Canada
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Top Arctic Attractions & Experiences

Top Arctic Experiences

    Viewing the spectacular view of Mt. McKinley or Denali, North America’s highest mountain along with other natural wonders is Denali National Park, Alaska.

    Exploring the nature and wildlife of the Arctic by snowmobile excursion or sledding tour.

    Hot-air ballooning at the North Pole.

    Taking a small ship expedition style cruise in Arctic waters to view snow-covered mountains, fjords, glaciers, and icebergs.

    Spotting the many varied types of wildlife and birds that inhabit the Arctic such as polar bears, whales, dolphins, fur seals, musk ox, walruses, and puffins.

    Visiting some of the 191 unexplored Spitsbergen and Franz Josef Land islands - a nature-lover’s Arctic paradise.

    Glimpsing polar bears - the world’s largest land predator - on the Svalbard Archipelago on a fly-in Arctic photo safari.

    Viewing the Aurora Borealis (the Northern Lights) as they illuminate the sky with swirling streaks of green, red, and other vibrant colors. 

    Driving your own sled dog team in Alaska, Greenland, Northern Scandinavia, and other polar regions.

    Spending time with the locals in a small village in Greenland, gaining insights into their culture and day-to-day lives.

    Sleeping overnight in an igloo or ice hotel.

    Sail the route of the Vikings from Scotland across the North Sea and along the Norway coastline to Svalbard.

    Trekking to the North Cape in Norway - the most northerly point in mainland Europe.

    Visiting some of the 191 unexplored Spitsbergen and Franz Josef Land islands - a nature-lover’s Arctic paradise.

    Whale-watching and seeing narwhal, beluga and bowhead whales.

    Kayaking or cruising amidst icebergs through the surreal Blue River in Greenland

    Taking a brief dip in the chilly polar waters and earning a certificate from your ship's crew, honoring your feat.

    Standing on your ship's deck after dark, basking in the solitude of one of the world's last wildernesses.

Top Arctic Attractions

459 Arctic Tour Reviews - Summary 95% Recommend

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Excellent 391
Great 45
Average 5
Disappointing 5
Terrible 13
Value
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Guide
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Activities
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Lodging
4.7
Transportation
4.7
Meals
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A wonderful experience

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

Highlights of Iceland was an awe inspiring trip of a lifetime with spectacular scenery, great guide and a small group of similarly interested travellers. Volcanoes, glaciers, geothermal sites, waterfalls, whales, interesting cities and seeing the northern lights made for a wonderful experience.

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Operator Peregrine Adventures

Iceland exceeded all my expectations.

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

"Highlights of Iceland" was my first Peregrine Adventures holiday and I would not hesitate to recommend them to anybody considering a small group Adventure tour. From the accommodation, restaurants, transport and most importantly the friendly knowledgeable guide we had made this a memorable holuday I will never forget. Iceland exceeded all my expectations.

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Operator Peregrine Adventures

Iceland Walking Explorer

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

An active walking trip through a diverse kaleidoscope of landscapes, from
volcanic craters, green verdant hills to snow fields. An excellent way to
experience nature and Iceland without the crowds.
Hiking in Kerlingafjoll in snowy conditions. A combination of hot steamy
geothermal activity, stark hills covered in snow. Bleak, and beautiful.
Wading through snowfields, and clambering up slippery snow covered hills. It
was a real adventure.


Gunnar was great. Stoic, quietly passionate, a good chef who fed us well,
and kept us safe. He showed us the beauty of Iceland sprinkled with
traditional folklore. His depth of knowledge of the flora and fauna was
impressive.


Be prepared for all seasons from sun, snow, rain, wind. Waterproofs
compulsory and walking poles are useful. The walking is technically not
difficult but you do have to be reasonably fit. We walked on average 6-8
hours per walking day. Adverse weather conditions may make it more difficult
walking through muddy, slippery conditions.


Definitely go sooner than later. Camping is becoming increasingly popular. We
went at the beginning of the season and missed the crowds.


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Operator Exodus Travels

Nothing like it

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

Such a privilege, travelling on a nuclear-powered Russian icebreaker which
spends most of the year keeping the northern Russian seaways clear for cargo
ships: a brilliant job was due to convert it temporarily for tourists. The
dour Heroes of the Motherland were retained to crew the vessel which made it
all the more atmospheric, but they couldn’t compete for character with the
polar bears, especially the one who was so co-operative for photos despite us
having distracted him from his kill.

The only downside was that we weren’t warned how hot the boat is: future
travellers need to take some light clothing for indoors.
The crunching and shuddering as the boat tackled the ice.


Brilliant, and obviously well-regarded by the rest of the team.


See above re light clothing.


Neither the Russians nor the Finns can make tea.


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Operator Exodus Travels

Wonderful adventure

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

This was a marvellous trip and a great way of seeing two wonderful areas of
the Arctic. In Spitsbergen we saw polar bears and arctic foxes and sailed
through the ice to reach 80 degrees north. In Greenland we saw musk oxen and
puffins and the most amazing icebergs. We also visited an Inuit community
and had the occasional whale sighting.

The ship was great - the Ocean Adventurer. The cabin was comfortable and the
food was really good. The operator was first class. We had a great tour
leader and a full range of specialist guides, i.e. geologist, ornithologist,
photographer, marine biologist etc. They were professional and great fun.
the other guests were good company.

We had four days around Spitzbergen and four days around Greenland so we were
able to get a sense of both rather than concentrating on just one. So polar
bears AND icebergs!

You don't actually get to see Iceland as part of the tour but you do
disembark in Akureyri in north Iceland. We asked Exodus to change our flight
back to the UK so we could arrange seven days there. We then drove from
Akureyri to Keflavic along the Icelandic ring road seeing the major sights.
The waterfalls are truly amazing. Greenland is actually icy and Iceland is
green. So we had polar bears, icebergs and waterfalls in a three-week trip.

Note: to get to Spitzbergen you fly via Oslo. Exodus brought forward our
flight and booked us into a hotel for two nights so we had a short city break
as well. There are some great museums in Oslo (Munch, Viking Long Ship and
the Fram Museum of Arctic Exploration) and this was a great start to our
Arctic journey of a lifetime.
To see a polar bear jumping and swimming from ice-flow to ice-flow.


The expedition and ship staff were all first class. The operator was very
professional and we be very happy to travel again with them.


See above - the trip covers Spitzbergen and Greenland - you need to make
additional arrangements to see Iceland otherwise you just fly from Akureyri
to Keflavic for the flight home..


We'd already been to Antarctica. We found the artic different. No penguins
of course but we had polar bears, arctic foxes, musk oxen and puffins - and
visiting the Inuit village.


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Operator Exodus Travels

Spectacular Spitsbergen July 2016

5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Guide 5.0
  • Activities 5.0
  • Lodging 5.0
  • Transportation 5.0
  • Meals 5.0

A very, very special trip that kept on delivering five-star sightings right
to the very last moment.
Too many to choose from… the polar bear right under the bow? The Mexican
stand off between two bears on ice right beside us? The bloodied bear
feasting on seal surrounded by ivory gulls? Getting up close and personal
with walrus around the zodiac? Three-day old Arctic fox cubs? Stunning light
in the pack ice that turned our photographs into artwork? And I haven’t
even mentioned the whales – bowhead, beluga, fin, minke and blue. Just
incredible!


Paul Goldstein is all about delivery, and that’s why he has such repeat
business – close encounters with wildlife are just addictive. Very sadly
his wing-man on this trip, Mark Carwardine, was taken ill and had to fly home
before the trip left Longyearben so the burden was all on Paul to deliver
good cop AND bad cop tactics on the photography front, as well as liaise with
the expedition staff to ensure that we maximized our opportunities to see the
manifold delights of this incredible archipelago. He did a fantastic job.
This was a photographic charter and Paul’s determination for us to fill our
memory cards with nothing but the best wildlife viewings – taking into
account the major melt this year that required us to go beyond 81 degrees
north into the pack ice – paid off handsomely. Nate was a great Expedition
Team leader, and kudos to the team members who worked tirelessly to bring us
the best wildlife encounters. Particular mention to the Captain of the
Vavilov, who seemed able to turn that wonderful ship on a 10p piece when
required to manoeuvre closer to a feasting polar bear.


Take the best camera and lens that you can afford, and don’t forget a
wide-angle lens as the wildlife can be close and the scenery is stunning.
Take a lap-top so you can back up and review your photos to release your
memory cards – you’ll need all the space you can get, and delete as you
go. I found handwarmers very useful to slip into my gloves before an
excursion or if we had wildlife close to the ship and were outside for hours
at a time. Inside the ship it can be very warm, so bring layers rather than
heavy jumpers; and soft trainer style shoes for the ship is fine; it’s very
casual on board so leave your finery at home. Don’t get stressed by the
photography aspect and remember to just watch sometimes. The Arctic is a
very special place, so if you are still hesitating, then do take the plunge
(but not literally!); it’s not just the wildlife and scenery, the trip is
also great fun and generally full of like-minded people who enjoy a drink and
a laugh in the bar after a fabulous excursion.


You might think that this is a once in a lifetime trip. It’s not. You’ll
be hooked.


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Operator Exodus Travels

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Now you can find, compare, and share trips from 1,000+ operators and expert trip planners. Unlike most travel agencies and websites that only show options from large companies that pay big commissions, we show you all the options we can gather, and we’re adding more all the time. We want you to have all the available information to find your perfect trip, no matter who it’s with. Whether you’re looking for a short weekend getaway or a multi-country expedition, you can find it on Travelstride. About us.

Use Travelstride to:
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Search thousands of itineraries and match your style and budget.
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Compare local experts with renowned tour operators side by side.
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Read reviews by travelers and experts.
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Save money as a Travelstride member (it's free), with exclusive deals & rebates.
We are on a mission...

...to foster a community connecting travelers to wonderful places, people, & experiences. Learn more.

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