Highlights
See the Northern Lights - Witness the Aurora Borealis from some of the world's best vantage points, including northern Norway, Iceland and Greenland. Explore Vega Island - A UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its cultural and natural significance. Get off the beaten Arctic path - Attempt a rare a landing on Jan Mayen and discover remote hiking trails in Iceland's secluded Westfjords. Take iconic shots - Photograph the towering icebergs and serene fjords of Greenland's Scoresbysund.
Itinerary
Chase the enchanting Aurora Borealis on the "Northern Lights Explorer - M/V Sylvia Earle," an 18-day voyage blending Arctic adventure with comfort. Starting in Tromsø and finishing in Reykjavik, this relaxed small-group tour hugs the coastlines of Norway and Iceland, maximizing your chances of witnessing the surreal northern lights. By day, discover Vega Island (a UNESCO site), attempt to land on volcanic Jan Mayen, and photograph dazzling icebergs in Greenland’s Scoresbysund. Trek the remote Westfjords of Iceland and immerse yourself in splendid, isolated beauty. Designed for experienced travelers eager to combine natural wonders with cultural discovery, this tour package includes all accommodations, meals, and expertly guided exploration. Its standout feature is the focus on northern lights viewing in some of the world’s best locales, paired with access to rarely visited islands and breathtaking Arctic scenery.
day 1Join trip in Tromso
Arrive at Tromso airport (TOS) and make your way through to the arrivals hall where you will be met by a representative and transferred to our group hotel. Upon arrival, kindly remind hotel check-in staff to provide you with your cabin tags for your luggage. Please clearly label the tags with your name and ship cabin number. This evening, enjoy a light refreshment as you meet your fellow expeditioners at a welcome reception and pre-embarkation briefing. The rest of the evening is at your leisure.
day 2Embark the M/V Sylvia Earle
day 3Norwegian Coast
day 4Norwegian Coast
day 5Norwegian Coast
day 6At Sea
day 7At Sea
day 8Jan Mayen, Norway
day 9East Greenland
day 10East Greenland
day 11East Greenland
day 12East Greenland
day 13East Greenland
day 14East Greenland
day 15Westfjords region and Vigur Island, Westfjords
day 16Thingeyri, Westfjords
day 17Snaefellsnes Peninsula
day 18Trip ends in Reykjavik
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