The midnight sun, iridescent icebergs, legendary wildlife, Inuit culture—the Arctic’s offerings are rich and varied. With unique itineraries—including several new voyages in 2023—choose how you’ll experience the many facets of this mythic realm, from a soul-stirring journey along southern Greenland’s rugged coast to a once-in-a-lifetime search for polar bears, reindeer, and whales in the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard.
New Departures Added
Discover the snow-clad peaks and ice-checkered waters of Svalbard, one of the planet’s northernmost archipelagos. Polar bears—the majestic symbol of the Arctic—outnumber people in this icy frontier. On a detour through the Norwegian fjord, cruise and kayak beneath tumbling cascades and soaring cliffs, including the bird cliffs of Bear Island.
New for 2023
Greenland’s icescapes glitter in a dazzling tableau of iridescent icebergs and calving glaciers that you’ll explore by kayak, Zodiac and on foot. Go beyond the ice and experience cultural encounters in Inuit communities thriving at the top of the world. You may also have the chance to watch the northern lights paint the night sky with their neon waves.
Special Guests
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Expedition |
Special Guests |
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July 11, 2023 |
National Geographic Photography Expert Sisse Brimberg |
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July 4, 2023 |
National Geographic Photography Expert Sisse Brimberg |
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Aug. 2, 2023 |
Former Premier of the Canadian Province of Nunavut Eva Aariak and National Geographic Photography Expert Kenneth Garrett |
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Aug. 24, 2023 |
South Greenland Exploration: Fjords, Waterfalls, and Fishing Villages |
Explorer and archaeologist Joseph Frey and National Geographic Photography Expert Annie Griffiths |