Reykjavik Polar expeditions and cruise Trips in 2025/2026

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Arctic Highlights Southbound

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Sailing from Svalbard to Greenland, follow the ice’s edge with an eye peeled to the horizon for wildlife. Navigating south, you'll explore this remote landscape not only by ship but also on foot and via Zodiac. This journey highlights the contrast and change in the Arctic as you move south, finally ending in Iceland, "the Land of Fire and Ice." An Inuit village, unique wildlife, and remote destinations are just some of the highlights on this truly unforgettable voyage through the Arctic.

Wildlife Trekking and Hiking

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Camping, Ship Cabin

Age Range

10-100 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Longyearbyen, Arctic

Reykjavik, Longyearbyen, Arctic Circle, Spitsbergen, Greenland Sea, Northeast Greenland National Park

Duration15 days

From

USD 8,999

USD 8,729

Saving

USD 270

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Iceland Circumnavigation (Ultramarine)

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Iceland is sculpted by fire and ice and is popular for its cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, geysers that spontaneously erupt and stunning shorelines dotted with fishing villages and glaciers. On this 12-day trip aboard the technologically advanced Ultramarine, you’ll circumnavigate Iceland and explore all it has to offer. On this once in a lifetime adventure, your days will be spent sightseeing, glacier and volcano hunting and hiking through wild landscapes. Starting and ending in Reykjavik, explore the many wonders of this part of the world by small polar ship, Zodiac, coach bus, kayak and helicopter.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Greenland Sea, Austur

Reykjavik, Greenland Sea, Austurland, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords

Duration12 days

From

USD 12,495

USD 12,120

Saving

USD 375

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Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland

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Explore two of the last unspoiled wilderness areas in Iceland and East Greenland. Over 14 days, you’ll cruise along Iceland’s mountainous Westfjords and Greenland’s remote northeast coast – home to the largest fjord system in the world. Discover diverse and rugged landscapes, rich in arctic wildlife. Immerse yourself in the untamed beauty of the Arctic and experience Inuit culture firsthand at Ittoqqortoormiit. Visit ancient Thule sites steeped in history, see massive icebergs and towering bird cliffs and if you’re lucky, you may also see the spectacular northern lights dancing across the sky!

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Greenland Sea, Westfj

Reykjavik, Greenland Sea, Westfjords, Denmark Strait, Ittoqqortoormiit

Duration14 days

From

USD 12,295

USD 11,926

Saving

USD 369

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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic (Ocean Explorer)

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The Northwest Passage has gripped polar explorers for centuries. On this 17-day voyage, you’ll hop aboard the Ocean Explorer and explore this fascinating waterway with an incredible range of off-ship adventures by Zodiac and helicopter. Passing through the Canadian Arctic archipelago, you’ll journey back in time to the height of Arctic exploration, visiting areas that the Inuit people have made their home for thousands of years. See all the highlights of the Canadian Arctic and Greenland’s west coast, stopping at Inuit and Greenlandic communities. Visit the UNESCO World Heritage site of Ilulissat Icefjord, whose Sermeq Kujalleq glacier calves off enormous icebergs, and keep your eyes peeled for the marine creatures who make their home in these harsh, remote landscapes –keep your eyes peeled for whales, walrus, muskoxen and polar bears.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Calgary, Greenland Se

Reykjavik, Calgary, Greenland Sea, Qaanaaq, West Greenland, Resolute, High Arctic, Smith Sound

Duration17 days

From

USD 23,790

USD 23,076

Saving

USD 714

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Greenland Solar Eclipse 2026 - 13 days

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From the vibrant Icelandic capital of Reykjavík, embark on a cruise from East to West Greenland and experience a celestial spectacle like no other - the 12 August 2026 total solar eclipse in one of the world's most awe-inspiring destinations. Following this spectacle, witness glaciers flowing from the snow-capped Watkins Mountains, experience the cultural richness of Tasiilaq and marvel at the stunning fjords of Skjoldungen. Sail through the magnificent strait of Prins Christiansund, venture deep into the fjords of South Greenland, visit Nuuk, one of the world's smallest capitals and traverse the breath-taking Evighedsfjord. This once-in-a-lifetime 13-day expedition cruise ends in Kangerlussuaq, with an included flight to Copenhagen or Keflavik.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hut

Age Range

18-80 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Copenhagen, Reykjavik, Nuuk, Evi

Copenhagen, Reykjavik, Nuuk, Evighedsfjorden, Denmark Strait, Blosseville Coast, Kangerlussuaq, Tasiilaq, Skjoldungen, Aappilattoq, Uunartoq, Qassuarsuk

Duration13 days

From

USD 19,005

USD 18,435

Saving

USD 570

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Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland

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Cruising along Iceland’s mountainous Vestfjords and Greenland’s remote northeast coast, home to the largest fjord system in the world, you’ll discover diverse and dramatically rugged landscapes rich in iconic arctic wildlife. Immersed in the untamed beauty of the Arctic, you’ll experience Inuit culture at Ittoqqortoormiit, visit ancient Thule sites, and marvel at the majesty of massive icebergs and towering bird cliffs. If you’re lucky, you may also catch sight of the spectacular Northern Lights dancing across the sky. The Arctic has been inspiring explorers for centuries, and our expeditions offer the chance for you to discover why.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Ship Cabin, Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Northeast Greenland National Par

Northeast Greenland National Park, Reykjavik, Westfjords, Botanikerbugt, Northeast Greenland National Park

Duration11 days

From

USD 12,295

USD 11,926

Saving

USD 369

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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse in Depth (Ocean Explorer)

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Opportunities to witness a total solar eclipse are rare and your chances of experiencing one in the Arctic, from the deck of a polar ship no less, are even more so (considering the last total solar eclipse north of the Arctic Circle occurred in 2015). The next will take place on August 12, 2026. This voyage aboard the Ocean Explorer features your bucket-list eclipse adventure, time to explore Northeast and South Greenland, and two of the world’s northernmost capital cities – the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik and Nuuk, Greenland. World-renowned eclipse cartographer Michael Zeiler will also be onboard to deepen your understanding of eclipse-viewing, observational astronomy and celestial mechanics. Of course, you’ll also get to witness waterfalls, towering cliffs and remote fishing villages in the Westfjords – a hidden gem of Iceland – as well as icebergs, wilderness areas, glaciers and the deep fjords of Greenland.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Ivittuut, Aappilattoq

Reykjavik, Ivittuut, Aappilattoq, Westfjords, Denmark Strait, Northeast Greenland National Park, Northeast Greenland National Park

Duration17 days

From

USD 26,990

USD 26,180

Saving

USD 810

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Iceland to Greenland: Mountains, Glaciers and the Westfjords

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In the seldom-visited Westfjords of Iceland − ‘Iceland’s best-kept secret’ − you explore the rugged peninsula of fjords, towering mountains, bird-dwelling cliffs, gushing waterfalls and rolling green hills. Before leaving Iceland, you can also visit the private island sanctuary of Vigur, home to 7,000 eider ducks and 100,000 puffins. In East Greenland, after sailing the length of Ikerasassuaq (Prins Christian Sund), immerse yourself in spectacular glaciers, mountainous landscapes, culturally rich communities, and Nuuk, the capital of Greenland. Together, we explore − by ship, Zodiac, kayak and on foot − some of the longest fjords in Greenland, such as Eternity, Kangerlussuaq and Tasermiut. With the help of expert guides, you also learn about Norse and Viking cultures, traditional Icelandic ways of life, as well as contemporary Greenlandic customs.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Westfjords, Denmark S

Reykjavik, Westfjords, Denmark Strait, Ikerasassuaq

Duration15 days

From

USD 18,790

USD 18,226

Saving

USD 564

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Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

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Join this unique adventure to explore the wonders of both Arctic and boreal environments. The boreal biomes (also called taiga) are cold, dense forests dominated by coniferous trees, boreal woodlands and wildlife such as caribou, black bears and Arctic foxes. It’s a sharp contrast to the Arctic biomes, treeless regions marked by extreme winters, low vegetation consisting mostly of mosses and lichens, and polar bears, seals and migratory birds. You’ll also immerse in a cross-section of cultural traditions: Greenlandic culture in places like Sisimiut; Inuit and Nunatsiavut culture in Nunavut and Labrador; Viking history at l’Anse Aux Meadows in Newfoundland; then the welcoming East Coast hospitality of St John’s, famously steeped in Celtic music and history thanks to its vast population of Irish descendants.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hut

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, St. John's, Nain, New

Reykjavik, St. John's, Nain, Newfoundland, Kangerlussuaq, Maniitsoq, Ilulissat, Davis Strait, Pangnirtung, Cape Mercy, Torngat Mountain National Park

Duration14 days

From

USD 14,890

USD 14,443

Saving

USD 447

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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse (17 days)

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Opportunities to witness a total solar eclipse are rare. Your chances of experiencing one in the Arctic—from the deck of a polar ship—are even more rare considering the last total solar eclipse north of the Arctic Circle occurred in 2015. The next will take place on August 12, 2026.To satisfy the demand of eclipse-watchers, this longer voyage has been introduced on one of Quark's newest ships, Ocean Explorer. Covering 2,200 nautical miles in total—this expedition features your bucket-list eclipse adventure, time to explore Northeast and South Greenland, plus you get to check off two of the world’s northernmost capital cities: the Icelandic capital of Reykjavik (64°08′ north), where you’ll have time to explore, and Nuuk, Greenland (64°11′ north), where we disembark for our charter flight back to Reykjavik. World-renown eclipse-cartographer Michael Zeiler will be onboard to deepen your understanding of eclipse-viewing, observational astronomy and celestial mechanics. Of course, you’ll also get to witness waterfalls, towering cliffs and remote fishing villages in the Westfjords, a hidden gem of Iceland, as well as icebergs, wilderness areas, glaciers, and the deep fjords of Greenland. Special guest Michael Zeiler: The highly respected author, geographer and eclipse cartographer is a member of the International Astronomical Union Working Group on Solar Eclipses – with an asteroid named in his honour. Zeiler has been witnessing solar eclipses since 1991 and was among the first to develop eclipse maps online.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Westfjo

Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Westfjords, Denmark Strait, Northeast Greenland National Park

Duration17 days

From

USD 29,590

USD 28,702

Saving

USD 888

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Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse (13 days)

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The genesis for this adventure dates to November 24, 2003, the day Quark Expeditions became the first operator to successfully lead a total solar eclipse voyage in remote Antarctica. On that day, we provided 100 people, from 17 different nations, the experience of becoming the first-ever humans to witness a total solar eclipse in Antarctica. Now we’ve decided to achieve a comparable feat in the Arctic. However, with innovation as our DNA, we set out to make it distinct from any other eclipse-viewing experience in the industry. We’ve assembled a taskforce of eclipse experts, a meteorologist and members of our Expedition Team to research the geography, terrain, angles of the sun, and Arctic weather patterns to prepare for one of the rarest experiences on the planet – observing a total solar eclipse in the High Arctic. In addition, you’ll discover the natural wonders of the Westfjords – the unsung wonder of West Iceland. Our journey also takes us into the immense Northeast Greenland National Park, where we cruise the 70mi (110km) King Oscar Fjord. You’ll also get to unleash your inner adventurer on thrilling heli-flightseeing adventures over remote Greenland on Ultramarine’s state-of-the-art helicopters. Special Guests David Baron: The veteran science journalist, broadcaster and umbraphile – who has witnessed nine total solar eclipses across the globe – is also the author of the award-winning American Eclipse: A Nation’s Epic Race to Catch the Shadow of the Moon and Win the Glory of the World. Baron has travelled to every continent and more than 50 countries for work and pleasure. Michael Zeiler: The highly respected author, geographer and eclipse cartographer is a member of the International Astronomical Union Working Group on Solar Eclipses – with an asteroid named in his honour. Zeiler has been witnessing solar eclipses since 1991 and was among the first to develop eclipse maps online.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hut

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Westfjo

Reykjavik, Scoresbysund, Westfjords, Northeast Greenland National Park, King Oscar Fjord

Duration13 days

From

USD 16,095

USD 15,612

Saving

USD 483

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Reykjavik Polar Expeditions And Cruise Tour: Iceland Circumnavigation: Helicopters, Glaciers And Volcanoes

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Iceland Circumnavigation: Helicopters, Glaciers and Volcanoes

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Iceland, the mystical island nation sculpted by fire and ice, is popular for its thunderously cascading waterfalls, towering cliffs, geysers spontaneously erupting in full furies of steam, stunning shorelines dotted with fishing villages, expansive glaciers, rarely-visited wild places, and hard-to-reach coastal areas of breathtaking splendor. Most visitors have confined themselves to very established tourist routes, largely by automobile, and thus have limited their experience of Iceland. That’s the challenge we presented to our team of innovators: how can you do it all on a trip through Iceland? How can you authentically explore the entire country, take in all of its main attractions—while also exploring the rarely-visited side of Iceland?That kernel of inspiration led to the creation of our 12–day Iceland Circumnavigation: Helicopters, Glaciers and Volcanoes, which enables us to take travelers around the entire island—a complete circumnavigation starting and ending in Reykjavik—and explore by small polar ship, Zodiac, coach bus, kayak and helicopter.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Snaefellsnes Peninsul

Reykjavik, Snaefellsnes Peninsula, Westfjords, Norourland

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Duration12 days

From

USD 12,495

USD 10,908

Saving

USD 1,587

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Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

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Take an incredible 14-day polar cruise from Greenland to Newfoundland and explore both Arctic and boreal environments. This means you’ll experience boreal biomes – cold, dense forests dominated by coniferous trees, boreal woodlands and boreal wildlife – while looking out for caribou, black bears, red and Arctic foxes and peregrine falcons. This is a sharp contrast to what you’ll experience in Arctic biomes – home to treeless regions marked by extreme winters, low vegetation and wildlife like polar bears, seals and migratory birds. Learn about Greenlandic culture, Inuit and Nunatsiavut culture and Viking history. Experience East Coast hospitality in St. John’s, famously steeped in Celtic music thanks to its vast population of Irish descendants, and visit three UNESCO World Heritage sites – Ilulissat Icefjord, Red Bay Basque Whaling Station and the 11th century Viking ruins at l’Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site. This exploration really is the trip of a lifetime!

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel, Hut

Age Range

8-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Reykjavik, Greenland Sea, Nain

Reykjavik, Greenland Sea, Nain, L’Anse Aux Meadows, St John, St. John’s, Kangerlussuaq, Maniitsoq, Ilulissat, Pangnirtung, Cape Mercy, Torngat Mountain National Park

Duration14 days

From

USD 14,890

USD 14,443

Saving

USD 447

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Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

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The fabled sea route connecting the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans, the Northwest Passage has gripped imaginations for centuries. On this captivating voyage, we invite you aboard our game-changing new vessel, Ocean Explorer, to discover this fascinating waterway with an incredible range of on-board comforts and off-ship adventures no other vessel can offer. Passing through the Canadian Arctic archipelago, you journey back in time to the height of Arctic exploration, while visiting areas that Inuit people have made their home for thousands of years. Marvel at highlights of the Canadian Arctic and Greenland’s stunning west coast, stopping at Inuit and Greenlandic communities. Visit the Ilulissat Icefjord, whose Sermeq Kujalleq glacier calves off enormous icebergs. And keep your eyes peeled for the elusive and majestic creatures who make their home in these harsh, remote landscapes, such as whales, walrus, muskoxen and polar bears.

Polar expeditions and cruise

Tour Type

Group Tour

Accommodation

Hotel

Age Range

18-99 yrs

Operated in

english

Destinations

Toronto, Calgary, Qaanaaq, Nuuss

Toronto, Calgary, Qaanaaq, Nuussuaq, Reykjavik, Resolute, Devon Island, Smith Sound

Duration17 days

From

USD 23,790

USD 23,076

Saving

USD 714

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All Reykjavik Polar expeditions and cruise Trips

21 Polar expeditions and cruise Trips in Reykjavik

Design your own personalized Polar expeditions and cruise trip to Reykjavik with help from a local expert.

21 Polar expeditions and cruise Trips in Reykjavik

Arctic Highlights Southbound

Iceland Circumnavigation (Ultramarine)

Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland

Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic (Ocean Explorer)

Greenland Solar Eclipse 2026 - 13 days

Under the Northern Lights: Exploring Iceland & East Greenland

Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse in Depth (Ocean Explorer)

Iceland to Greenland: Mountains, Glaciers and the Westfjords

Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse (17 days)

Iceland to Greenland: Total Solar Eclipse (13 days)

Iceland Circumnavigation: Helicopters, Glaciers and Volcanoes

Greenland to Newfoundland: Mountains, Wildlife and Viking History

Northwest Passage: Epic High Arctic

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All Reykjavik Polar expeditions and cruise Trips

21 Polar expeditions and cruise Trips in Reykjavik

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21 Polar expeditions and cruise Trips in Reykjavik