Arctic Cruises
Arctic Cruises
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A wildlife lover’s dream, the Arctic is the realm of the polar bear, the beluga whale, walruses, sea birds and scores of other rare and interesting animals. Fans of adventure are also well catered for on an Arctic cruise, with activities like kayaking, snowshoeing and hiking on offer.
Arctic cruises are often surprisingly affordable and can be enjoyed in just a few days. A cruise to the magical waters above the Arctic Circle allows you to take advantage of long daylight hours whilst enjoying a spectacular landscape of dramatic fjords and gigantic glaciers. The incredible coastline of Svalbard is a particular favourite, just a few hundred nautical miles from the North Pole.
Winter is a wonderful time to experience the Aurora Borealis, more commonly known as the Northern Lights, one of nature’s most magical spectacles. There’s also plenty of opportunities to combine your Arctic cruise with winter activities like snowmobile safaris or husky sledging.
We have a dedicated and highly knowledgeable Expedition Cruise team who offer expert and impartial advice on choosing the right itinerary and ship for your perfect Arctic cruise holiday. Trailfinders work with many of the top cruise lines in the Arctic such as G Adventures, Hurtigruten and Silversea Expedition and many more.
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OUR HOLIDAYS TO THE ARCTIC
Nobody offers more ways to explore the Arctic than Trailfinders.
Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Arctic holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Here's a snapshot of some of our most popular Arctic holidays. If you don’t see what you’re looking for, click on the link below them to see our complete range of holidays and tours in the destination.
Svalbard Discovery
Cruise Holiday
10 days / 9 nights
10 days / 9 nights
Travel to the land of the midnight sun on a voyage like no other. Search the pack ice for the elusive polar bear while exploring beautiful coastlines and waters on your ultra luxury cruise through incredible landscapes of Svalbard.
Guide Price: €14,449 £12,699 pp
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Alaska by Land & Sea
Cruise Holiday
15 days / 14 nights
15 days / 14 nights
Sit back and enjoy this all encompassing exploration of Alaska. Start your holiday in the cosmopolitan city of Vancouver before heading through the scenic Inside Passage to the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Glacier Bay National Park, where 100 tonne icebergs meet the tidewater.
Guide Price: €4,199 £3,849 pp
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Opulent Iceland Discovery
Cruise Holiday
14 days / 13 nights
14 days / 13 nights
Stay in the world’s most northerly capital, bathe in the steaming waters of the Blue Lagoon, and embark on an all inclusive voyage with Regent Seven Seas Cruises ® around the spectacular coastline of Iceland and the Faroe Islands.
Guide Price: €9,249 £8,149 pp
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Wonders of Northern Europe
Cruise Holiday
15 days / 14 nights
15 days / 14 nights
Begin your holiday in the storied harbour of Southampton and discover spectacular Iceland and Norway on a voyage with Norwegian Cruise Line. Visit majestic castles, unwind in the geothermal lagoons, explore geysers, waterfalls, and volcanic craters before returning past Norway’s stunning fjord region.
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Svalbard Adventure Cruise - Saturday departure (Funken Lodge - Standard Room)
Cruise Holiday
6 days / 5 nights
6 days / 5 nights
Embark on an incredible wilderness adventure through magnificent Svalbard. Start your journey discovering Longyearbyen, the world's northernmost city, before boarding MS Serenissima to explore the famed glaciers, fjords, and Arctic wildlife that Svalbard is celebrated for.
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Signature: Alaska's Fairbanks, Denali & the Kenai Peninsula
National Geographic Signature Guided Small Group Adventure Tour
8 days / 7 nights
8 days / 7 nights
Venture into the heart of America’s Last Frontier, from the golden interior to the icy fjords of the coast. Witness the raw power of the Denali National Park wilderness, connect with the living heritage of Alaska’s Indigenous cultures, and navigate the pristine waters of Prince William Sound on a private boat designed for discovery.
Guide Price: €8649 £7499 pp
VIEW MORE ❯ARCTIC CRUISES DEALS & SPECIAL OFFERS
Below is a selection of some of our best Arctic Cruise offers.
For more information on any of these deals, give us a call and speak to one of our expert cruise consultants.
For more information on any of these deals, give us a call and speak to one of our expert cruise consultants.
ARCTIC CRUISE DESTINATION HIGHLIGHTS
Svalbard
An Arctic Archipelago that lies halfway between Norway and the North Pole, Svalbard offers a wealth of natural and historic sites. The Arctic animals you’re likely to encounter include the elusive polar bear roaming the ice and mossy tundra, grazing reindeer, the Arctic fox and vast bird colonies nesting on the rocky outcrops. Out at sea, watch for lounging walrus or spouting whales as you cruise past colourful icebergs and calving glaciers.
Greenland
Seldom visited by tourists, Greenland’s coastal waters are some of the best in the world for exploring by Zodiac. Get up close to colossal ice sculptures, towering cliffs and immerse yourself in indigenous Inuit culture and a wealth of human history. Greenland also hosts an impressive array of arctic animals including muskox, the mighty polar bear and beluga whales. If you’re lucky, you may even spot the enchanting narwhal.
Canadian Arctic
As remote as it is beautiful, the Canadian Arctic is one of the world’s least discovered frontiers and is home to the infamous Northwest Passage, final resting place of HMS Erebus and HMS Terror. An expedition here will take you deep into the Arctic Circle where you will discover some of the most impressive glaciated landscapes our planet has to offer, along with a hugely diverse offering of land and marine wildlife including caribou, arctic fox and polar bears.
Polar Bears
It’s always a heart-racing moment
whenever you’re lucky enough to spot one
of these kings of the Arctic. Polar bears are
the world’s largest land predators,
weighing up to 600kg and measuring up to
10ft tall and the cubs are amongst the
cutest in nature!
The North Pole
A once-in-a-lifetime voyage to the North Pole will see your exploration dreams come true. Cruise aboard a nuclear-powered icebreaker that is capable of breaking through ice up to 2.5m thick before reaching the ‘top of the world’.
Northwest Passage
Journey back in time to the height of Arctic exploration and retrace the footsteps of legendary explorers determined to find the fabled Northwest Passage that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. Discover untouched fjords, ancient glaciers and abundant wildlife on expeditions exploring Baffin Island and North-West Greenland.
OUR ARCTIC CRUISE PARTNERS
Our range of carefully chosen Arctic cruise partners ensure that there is always a cruise in this spectacular region for you, no matter which areas you'd like to include and how you want to travel.
There are a couple of ways to experience the Arctic - aboard either an expedition or scenic cruise. For scenic Arctic cruises, opt for Celebrity, and for expedition cruises, cruise line options include Viking, G Adventures, AE Expeditions, Silversea, Seabourn, HX Expeditions, Ponant, and Quark Expeditions.
Each of our cruise partners share our philosophy of delivering award-winning travel at the best value, making sure you’re in safe hands as you travel. Click on the tiles below to learn more about these partners.
There are a couple of ways to experience the Arctic - aboard either an expedition or scenic cruise. For scenic Arctic cruises, opt for Celebrity, and for expedition cruises, cruise line options include Viking, G Adventures, AE Expeditions, Silversea, Seabourn, HX Expeditions, Ponant, and Quark Expeditions.
Each of our cruise partners share our philosophy of delivering award-winning travel at the best value, making sure you’re in safe hands as you travel. Click on the tiles below to learn more about these partners.
Viking
Viking boasts a fleet of new, state-of-the-art ocean ships featuring modern and stylish Scandinavian style. All rooms on board are spacious veranda staterooms (with balcony) and Viking provides a bonus of a complimentary excursion in every port of call.
G Adventures
Though more widely known for its range of guided group tours, G Adventures also boast a fantastic range of Arctic cruises. These are a great choice for adventurous and budget conscious travelers, and with capacity for only 128 passengers on board, your smaller ship will be able to get closer to the shoreline than many larger vessels.
AE Expeditions
AE Expeditions aims to offer transformative journeys to the world’s most remote regions. AE ships host a maximum 130 guests on polar cruises meaning that the guide-to-guest ratio is 1:7. You can look forward to two to three landings per day, making it one of the more immersive cruise lines to visit the region.
Silversea
For the ultimate luxurious, all inclusive experience, Silversea is a perfect choice. Enjoy intimate, boutique ships, with all accommodation on board, suites with ocean view (and more than 80%, veranda style with balcony). Butler service comes as a standard in every suite, for complete peace of mind.
Seabourn
Seabourn is for those after the ultra-luxury Arctic experience. On board, guests can look forward to “Seabourn Moments” designed to surprise & delight guests, in addition to a fascinating array of on-board educational enrichment. Guests are served by an award-winning crew numbering nearly as many as the guests.
HX Expeditions
Recognized as a leader in polar travel, HX Expeditions are often touted as the top expedition cruise line to visit the Arctic, thanks to its 130 year heritage, environmental and sustainability focus, along with expert teams. HX has a working science centre on many of its ships.
Ponant
Ponant offer a luxury small ship experience with a commitment to promoting sustainable tourism. Their modern intimate ships are designed with a classic ‘French touch’, along with an elegant yet casual onboard atmosphere. All accommodation on board is Oceanview Staterooms and worth noting - numerous sailings have no single supplement for solo travellers.
Quark Expeditions
Quark (part of Exodus Adventure Travel) only operate in the polar regions, and are known for their high levels of staff training. Quark’s 6:1 guide-to-guest ratio allows for brilliant access to their Expedition Teams and more opportunities to get off-ship to take part in all the thrilling polar activities on offer.
Celebrity Cruises
Celebrity cruises are recognised for offering ultra-modern architecture and design-led interiors with high-end amenities, décor and atmosphere, along with fantastic entertainment and dining options. Celebrity offer breathtaking journeys to some of the Arctic's most scenic landscapes including the Norwegian Fjords.
Intrepid Travel
Set sail on board Intrepid’s Ocean Victory ship, purpose-built for polar conditions with added design features to promote stability and safety during the voyage. With a capacity of 184 passengers, enjoy an intimate and welcoming atmosphere, with optional educational seminars about the region. You will be accompanied by polar experts in glaciology, ornithology, marine biology and natural history.
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