Arctic Tours & Trips 2020
51 trips to Arctic tours from 65 tour companies. 426 reviews. 4.7/5 avg rating.
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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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Activities & Interests
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.
Flight & Transport Inclusions
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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Stride Gives Back Stride Gives Back This trip visits a destination impacted by climate change. When you opt in to the Travelstride Gives Back program, we will donate 10% of our net revenue to organizations that help mitigate climate change in these destinations and across the globe. Learn more
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Spitsbergen Explorer - Wildlife Capital of the Arctic
11 days
$ 572 / day
$ 6,295
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Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- 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
Visits:
- 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
Spitsbergen, Norway
Land of the Polar Bears
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 858 / day
$ 9,440
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Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- 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
Visits:
- 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.
Norway
Greenland to Svalbard expedition
13 days
$ 502 / day
$ 6,531
Travel Style :
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Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- 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
Visits:
- 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
Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland
Iceland Adventure
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
10 days
$ 720 / day
$ 7,195
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- 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
Visits:
- 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
Lake Myvatn, Reykjavík, Thingvellir National park, Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland
Iceland Family Adventure
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
9 days
$ 777 / day
$ 6,990
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- 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
Visits:
- 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.
Reykjavík, Snaefellsjökull Glacier, Thingvellir National park, Iceland
Highlights of Northern Europe: London to Copenhagen
15 days
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- Moderate
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- 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
Hamburg, London, Stockholm, England, Germany, Sweden, United Kingdom
Iceland: Reykjavik & the Golden Circle
6 days
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- 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
Blue Lagoon, Gullfoss, Reykjavík, Thingvellir National park, Iceland
Spitsbergen circumnavigation 9-night cruise
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
11 days
$ 8,148
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Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Visits:
Spitsbergen, Arctic
Spitsbergen and north east Greenland: 12-night cruise
Premier
Has very high quality customer experiences and demonstrated commitment to responsible travel practices. read more
15 days
$ 9,322
Travel Style :
Array
Full on
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Visits:
Reykjavík, Spitsbergen, Arctic, Greenland, Iceland
Best of Scandinavia
10 days
$ 265 / day
$ 2,649
Travel Style :
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- 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
Visits:
- 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
Bergen, Copenhagen, Stockholm, Denmark, Norway, Sweden
Highlights of Iceland
7 days
$ 826 / day
$ 5,785
Travel Style :
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- 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
Visits:
- 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
Reykjavík, Iceland
Norway
8 days
$ 637 / day
$ 5,099
Travel Style :
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Mixed
Physical Level :
All or most of day hiking or biking, hills included.
3- 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
Visits:
- 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.
Bergen, Norway
Fireworks in the Fjords: Iceland
4 days
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Relaxed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- 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
Visits:
- 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
Eiffel Tower, Reykjavík, Vatnajökull National Park, Iceland
Northern Lights Escape
Premier
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6 days
$ 336 / day
$ 2,190
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$ 2,722
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Mixed
Physical Level :
Walking or physical activity half to most of day - no carrying equipment.
2- Easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- 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)
Gullfoss, Jokulsarlon, Blue Lagoon, Iceland
Gems of Iceland with Northern Lights
6 days
$ 458 / day
$ 2,749
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$ 3,711
The strike-through price reflects either the high season trip price or the average price a traveler pays for a similar itinerary when the components are booked separately.
Travel Style :
Array
Mixed
Physical Level :
Normal generally flat walking in urban or suburban environments.
1- Very easy
Lodging Level :
Mid-range budget with accommodations ranging from comfortable lodges, guesthouses, and homestays to three star hotels.
Value (3*)
Highlights
Visits:
- Reykjavik : Welcome dinner; orientation; see the Northern Lights; farewell dinner at a local restaurant
- Thingvellir: Walk through the rift valley that marks the separation between the North American and the European tectonic plates
- Geysir : Admire the hot springs; taste local specialties and drink a glass of schnapps
- Gullfoss : Marvel at the waterfall
- Skaftafell: Drive through the national park
- Lake jÖkulsÁrlÓn : See the setting of James Bond’s Die Another Day and see the largest glacier in Europe
- Skogafoss & seljalandsfoss: Admire the WaterfallsHELLISHEIÐARVIRKJUN
- Iceland is a country known for its natural wonders: glaciers, active volcanoes, black-sand beaches, geothermal areas, roaring rivers, majestic waterfalls, and beautiful lakes
- On this escorted tour of Iceland, you will start and end in Reykjavik, and you'll witness these natural wonders while enjoying fun and unique experiences
Geysir, Gullfoss, Reynisfjara, Skaftafell, Skaftafell National Park, Iceland
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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
Greenland’s Kangerlussuaq Glacier
Narwhals, belugas and orca whales
Standing at the North Pole
Polar bears in Longyearbyen
426 Arctic Tour Reviews - Summary 96% Recommend
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51 trips from 65 tour companies with 426 reviews
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