Arctic Cruises - Travel to the Arctic
The Arctic, a near perfect negative of Antarctica on the top of the world. An ocean surrounded by countries, where pristine seas, incredible otherworldly landscapes and ragged mountains of ice merge through the region into a vast white mirage. Along with its southern twin, there are no wilder, less touched places on earth, offering unbridled opportunities for those who relish cooler climes and like to travel beyond the beaten path. From wildlife rich Spitsbergen, remote Northeast Greenland and Canada's historic Northwest Passage to The North Pole itself, we offer probably the widest range of exciting expeditionary voyages to the Arctic from which to choose. See below for our types of Arctic Travel.
Our Recommended Itineraries 
Svalbard Explorer Polar Bear CruiseOnly 600 miles from the North Pole, Spitsbergen is arguably the best place in the whole Arctic to see Polar bears. This 11 day voyage offers an excellent introduction to Arctic wildlife and landscape with almost guaranteed bear sightings. July & August only.
**Arctic Price Melt: Discounts of 10 - 30% available on selected boats and departures for summer 2009. Please call 01285 880981 for details. Read more on the Svalbard Explorer Polar Bear Cruise itinerary.
Svalbard Abridged Polar Bear Cruise Shorter in length, which can be convenient, this earlier trip that operates only in June offers the excitement of unknown ice conditions, good bear sightings and more of the migratory birds, such as auks and king eiders, which go by early August.
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East Greenland CruiseA rare opportunity to explore the dramatic scenery, gigantic icebergs and autumnal colours of Scoresby Sund, the largest fjord system in the world, with good chance to see the northern lights and musk oxen. Limited departures in September only.
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Spitsbergen, Greenland & Iceland CruiseThis fantastic 14 day trip combines the extraordinary wildlife and large polar bear population of Spitsbergen with the dramatic scenery, vast icebergs and Northern Lights of East Greenland. Limited departures late August/ early September.
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Iceland, Greenland, Spitsbergen and Norway Cruise Starting in Iceland, we'll discover some of the most remote and scenic parts above and below the Arctic Circle, including an in-depth exploration of Greenland's east coast, the island of Spitsbergen and the stunning Norwegian coast.
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Northwest Passage CruiseAcknowledged as one of the world's great historical sea journeys, follow in the footsteps of the early explorers as you traverse the elusive ice-choked waters of the Northwest Passage, sought by explorers for centuries.
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The North Pole Cruise Dare to undertake this ultimate expedition to the top of the world and join that exclusive club which have achieved the ultimate destination? Includes landings at both the North Pole and Franz Josef Land. July & August departures only.
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For further details or to check availability, please either call one of our consultants on 01285 880981 or complete our enquiry form.
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