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About Arctic

Picture yourself standing on the ship deck gazing out over the rapidly-changing Arctic Ocean. You spot a polar bear, the king of the Arctic, through your binoculars so the captain swings the ship closer for a better view. Explore the distinct blue of Arctic fjords by water, then disembark to walk through tundra wildflowers. Inhale the invigorating, pure air of the far north. Encounter a grazing herd of prehistoric-looking musk oxen gathered around their young, backlit by the midnight sun. Drift near a huddle of walruses, aka tooth-walkers, hauled out and basking on an ice floe. Cheer on juvenile thick-billed murres as they follow their fathers on their first cliff jump into the sea. Examine tabular icebergs the size of skyscrapers and keep always on the lookout for whales. Connect with cultures finely attuned to living in these northernmost climes for millennia. Share stories, photographs, and camaraderie with your shipmates over dinner, exclaiming over the day’s adventures. Return home an exhilarated and inspired ambassador for this crucial, fragile landscape.
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The Geographic North Pole

Embark on a 16-day quest for adventure on the first hybrid electric polar exploration vessel, Le Commandant Charcot, which is outfitted for exceptional luxury by Ponant. From Spitsbergen, sail to the edge of the pack ice and maneuver through the labyrinth of fast ice to find the Geographical North Pole. Go exploring by Zodiac or fly above the ice in a hovercraft for flight excursions. And be on the lookout for the hearty animals that make their home in these extreme polar waters.

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Norwegian Discovery: Svalbard and the Northern Fjords

The polar realm of Svalbard is the place to visit if you want to experience the stunning fjords and glaciers of the Arctic Circle in the Land of the Midnight Sun. This 12-day National Geographic expedition takes travelers to Svalbard and a handful of beautiful coastal islands of mainland Norway, like Sørøya and Senja, to experience glistening arctic passages, intriguing icy inlets, and sprawling tundra. World-class onboard naturalists guide your discovery and interpretation of wildlife like polar bears, arctic foxes, reindeer, and the wondrous walrus as you navigate aboard one of the most capable vessels ever designed for polar exploration.

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Circumnavigating Svalbard: The Ultimate Arctic Expedition

Sail Svalbard’s wild waters with HX, the Norwegian expeditioners with centuries of expertise in this region. Attempt a full circumnavigation of the archipelago, navigating past glaciers, through fjords, and into prime polar bear territory. Aboard MS Spitsbergen, explore untamed landscapes, encounter Arctic wildlife, and embrace the spirit of adventure in one of the most remote and awe-inspiring places on Earth.

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Grand Greenland – Flights from/to New York included

This 16-day expedition takes you directly from New York to Greenland’s towering icebergs in the remote Thule region, where Arctic traditions endure. Sail past calving glaciers, spot whales and polar bears, and explore Inuit communities. Aboard MS Fridtjof Nansen, experience Scandinavian luxury and breathtaking polar landscapes on an unforgettable journey.

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Grand Expedition: A 94-Day Pole To Pole Voyage

Seabourn is making history with its first-ever Grand Expedition: a 94-day journey from Greenland to Argentina. This pole-to-pole adventure reveals a world of extremes—Arctic ice and polar bears, South Georgia’s penguin-packed shores, Antarctica’s towering icebergs. Along the way, guests can kayak in both hemispheres, dive beneath the surface in a submarine, and chase the Northern Lights. A seamless blend of luxury and exploration, this voyage redefines the meaning of once-in-a-lifetime.

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Testimonials

Rick and Leslie M.- Pownal, VT
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"Through Expedition Trips we planned our second polar expedition, this time to the Northwest Passage and the Canadian Arctic. The fact that we utilized Ashton’s group twice to plan a trip and side excursions is a testament to the careful consideration and professionalism that this group brings. We couldn’t be happier with their cruise suggestion. It was a well-appointed ship and was specifically designed for polar expedition touring. As well, the ship housed 2 helicopters, which gave us unparalleled access to stunning views and wildlife that would have otherwise been impossible."
Pamela K. - New York, NY
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