Arctic Tours & Trips 2020
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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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Attractions & Cities Visited
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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Continents Visited
Rivers & Seas Visitied
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
Canadian Rockies & Northern Lights
- Spend time exploring Edmonton, Peace River 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 Peace River and witness the natural phenomenon of Aurora, 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.
Iceland's Hidden Powers & Northern Lights Hunt
- Blue Lagoon entrance with bathing fee & towel, Silica mud mask and first drink of choice
Northern Lights Exploration
- Visit the Golden Circle to see the 105-foot Golden Falls.
- Scale a volcanic crater!
- Sample Hakarl, an Icelandic delicacy.
- Cruise through a glacial lagoon filled with floating icebergs.
- Hot tub in South Iceland while you wait for the Northern Lights to make an appearance.
Next Door to Nature: Iceland's Northern Lights Ci ...
- Blue Lagoon entrance with bathing fee & towel, Silica mud mask and first drink of choice
- Pearl Tour: Golden Circle Super Jeep & Snowmobile Tour
- Northern Lights Guided Coach Tour
Land of Northern Lights
- Unwind in the mineral-rich waters of Iceland's famous Blue Lagoon.
- Search for Aurora Borealis in the inky darkness of the countryside.
- Visit some of the most impressive waterfalls in the country.
- Receive an interactive education on Iceland's culture and history.
- Travel the breathtaking Golden Circle on an unforgettable day trip!
East Greenland: Northern Lights
- Experience Greenland’s vast landscapes
- Explore the world’s largest fjord system
- Visit the largest and most remote national park on the planet
- Possibly catch sightings of muskoxen and whales
- Cruise in a Zodiac
- Hike the tundra
- Visit a local community
- Take advantage of optional kayak adventure
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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
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