Arctic / North Pole Cruises & Tours
Ever dreamed of standing at the Arctic Circle? Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi marks the exact spot. Husky sled rides through snowy forests are pure magic—those dogs love to run. When conditions align, searching for Northern Lights brings this mix of anticipation and hope. Finland's Arctic sits right on the edge, literally bringing winter magic to life.
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Christine • traveled in August
It was an amazing adventure.. one we’ll never forget. Our guide Shungo was fantastic, so fun, entertaining us with his stories of the north and so informative. Leo, his helper was great too.. always ready to help with whatever we needed. This trip is not for the faint hearted but so worth it if you want to know more about Canada’s north, gold mining and the indigenous people.
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Jen • traveled in March, 2025
We had the best time. This tour offered everything we were looking for when planning our trip. Our tour guide was good, but she did seem to google a lot of our questions but she got to where we needed to go on time. The day we flew back to Helsinki from Ivalo was kind of a wasted day. It would have been nice to have flown back the night before and had a day in Helsinki to do more exploring or go to a museum or fly back later in the day and have an excursion planned for the morning in Ivalo. The tour overall didn’t disappoint and we enjoyed every minute of it.
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Janet • traveled in April
Tour more than met our expectations. Our tour guide, Stefano, was good and very helpful when I sustained an injury.
Arctic Experience in Tromsø and Lofoten Islands
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- 250+ Arctic / North Pole cruises with 406 reviews
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Aurora & Glass Igloo Explorer - 5 Days
3 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The tours and hotel stay were excelent. All the tours and transfers were timed to perfection.”
Gershon, traveled in February
Arctic wonders unfold from Rovaniemi with husky-led sleigh rides and Aurora hunting during traditional Lappish picnics. A glass igloo stay with 3-course dinner offers unobstructed views of the polar night sky, while wilderness snowmobiling remains optional.
Duration 5 days Destinations Rovaniemi Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator On The Go Tours From $2,600
20% Off- US$2,080You save $520
Arctic Summer Explorer | Road to the Arctic Sea
5 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“It was an amazing adventure.. one we'll never forget. This trip is not for the faint hearted but so worth it.”
Christine, traveled in July
The ancient Ogilvie Mountains and Tuktoyaktuk's 100m pingos showcase Arctic wonders. The route crosses the Arctic Circle, visits Mackenzie Delta communities, and includes traditional Inuvialuit hospitality. Notable stays at Eagle Plains Hotel complement cultural immersion in remote settlements.
Duration 7 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Arctic Range Adventure From
20% Off- US$3,629
Wild Wonders of the Arctic - 8 days
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Excellent tour, staff went above and beyond to make the tour as memorable as possible.”
Lynette, traveled in June
An eight-day Arctic voyage aboard Ocean Albatros reveals Svalbard's remote wilderness. The itinerary includes Ny Alesund research stations, Kongsbreen Glacier cruising, and pack ice navigation, while showcasing diverse wildlife and historic whaling settlements.
Duration 8 days Destinations Longyearbyen, Ytre Norskoya, Svalbard, Ny Aalesund Age Range Ages 12+ Operator On The Go Tours From
20% Off- US$7,765
The Ocean Albatros reaches 80°N near pack ice. Hinlopen Strait, wildlife at Alkefjellet's bird cliffs, and Nordaustlandet's polar desert await exploration. Twenty-four-hour daylight illuminates searches for polar bears, walruses, and whales in their natural habitat.
Duration 10 days Destinations Longyearbyen, Ny Aalesund, Ytre Norskoya, Spitsbergen, Nordaustlandet Island, Barentsoya, Bellsund, Hornsund, Varsolbukta Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Albatros Expeditions From
20% Off- US$7,895
Helsinki to Kirkenes - Beyond the Arctic Circle
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The itinerary for the tour was great and utilized the 10 days for maximum activity experience.”
Jessica, traveled in March
This Arctic trip from Helsinki to Kirkenes includes stays at Northern Lights Village glass cabins in Saariselkä and Thon Hotel Kirkenes, offering prime aurora viewing locations. Head out on a King Crab Safari across the frozen fjord in Kirkenes, Norway, snowmobile expeditions through Arctic wilderness, and Aurora Borealis picnics by campfire. Visit the Siida Sámi Museum in Inari to learn about indigenous Arctic culture, try husky sledding through snow-covered forests, and cross the Arctic Circle at Santa Claus Village in Rovaniemi.
Duration 8 days Destinations Helsinki, Rovaniemi, Ivalo, Inari, Kirkenes Age Range Ages 12+ Operator Carisa Travel Group From
20% Off- US$5,051
Arctic Experience in Tromsø and Lofoten Islands
9 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“The accommodation was excellent. We saw the Northern Lights in Tromso, and it snowed most days.”
Gerry, traveled in March
The world's northernmost Polar Park houses lynx, wolves, and reindeer. Clarion The Edge in Tromsø, 320km above the Arctic Circle, serves as home base for Northern Lights cruises and optional husky sledding adventures. Authentic Sami reindeer farms welcome visitors at approx. $290 per day.
Duration 6 days Destinations Tromso, Narvik, Svolvær, Reine, Harstad Age Range Ages 8+ Operator V.O.S – Vision of Scandinavia From
20% Off- US$2,043
Arctic Winter Explorer | Ice Road to the Arctic Sea
2 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“All I hoped for to travel by road from Whitehorse to Inuvik and on to the Arctic Ocean.”
PHYLLIS, traveled in February
Duration 8 days Destinations Whitehorse, Dawson City, Inuvik, Tuktoyaktuk Age Range Ages 7+ Operator Arctic Range Adventure From
20% Off- US$3,483
Norway Fjords and Northern Lights
23 Reviews by TourRadar travelers“I got to see the northern lights and experience some of the best things Norway has to offer!”
Jean-Mari, traveled in October
Norway's Arctic coastline stretches from Oslo's urban charm to Tromsø's Arctic Cathedral, continuing past Hammerfest and Honningsvåg to Kirkenes. Sámi culture, King Crab fishing, and Northern Lights viewing aboard Hurtigruten ship complement stays in city hotels and berth cabins.
Duration 7 days Destinations Tromso, Skjervøy, Honningsvag, Hammerfest, Kirkenes Age Range Ages 18-35 Operator Contiki From $1,725
10% Off- US$1,553+$315 upfront costsYou save $173
Finnish and Norwegian landscapes unfold on this $3,400 10-day expedition from Helsinki to Tromsø. Santa's Village in Rovaniemi, a working husky farm in Luosto, and the Sámi Cultural Park in Karasjok highlight the journey. Package includes 9 nights' accommodation, guided tours, and intra-vacation flights. Suitable for ages 5+.
Duration 10 days Destinations Helsinki, Oulu, Rovaniemi, Ivalo, Karasjok, Honningsvag, Alta, Tromso Age Range All Ages Welcome Operator Globus From $3,671
14% Off- US$3,171+$228 upfront costsYou save $500
Northern Lights (from Iceland)
1 Review by TourRadar travelers“Overall experience was excellent with great guides, well-organized activities each day.”
Jennifer, traveled in September
Duration 8 days Destinations Reykjavik, Qaqortoq, Narsaq Age Range Ages 15+ Operator Tasermiut From
14% Off- US$3,585+$306 upfront costs
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Most Arctic journeys kick off from Reykjavik which offers 19 departure dates, while Helsinki runs a close second with 14 options. You can also start from Rovaniemi, Tromso with 10 departures each and also Copenhagen with 6 departures. Our booking patterns show you'll need to plan about 74 days ahead - that's just over two months before you want to travel. This timing really matters when you're looking at peak season dates since these specialized polar trips fill up fast. The sweet spot for visiting falls between June and September when you get those long daylight hours - perfect for spotting wildlife and taking photos. July and August are particularly good months according to our regular travelers; you get nice stable temperatures and the ice conditions work well for getting around. Temperature-wise, you're looking at 3-7°C (37-45°F), which works really well for outdoor activities and wildlife watching.
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- Young Adults (18 - 39)5 tours
- Seniors (50+)53 tours
Best time to visit Arctic / North Pole
- Winter 2025 / 2026
Winter brings real magic to the Arctic, especially when it comes to catching the Northern Lights and getting active in the snow. Lots of our guests head to Finnish Lapland, where they stay in glass-roofed Aurora cabins - you can literally watch the lights dance above while tucked in your warm bed. They zoom across snowy landscapes on snowmobiles to visit remote reindeer farms, learn the art of traditional sleigh steering and also join guided Northern Lights tours with cozy campfire breaks. Norway's coastal Hurtigruten voyages are another favorite, combining Arctic fjord sailing with aurora viewing opportunities past the North Cape, where you might spot humpback whales too. Our travelers particularly love mixing husky sledding through snow-covered forests with visits to Santa's Village right on the Arctic Circle and learning about Sami culture at Rovaniemi's Arktikum Museum.
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- Spring 2026
Spring is prime time for Svalbard wildlife watching, with expedition ships pushing up to 80° north where polar bears hunt on ice floes. These specialized vessels weave through the ice pack, launching Zodiac boats to get close to Arctic fox dens, walrus colonies and massive seabird gatherings. Our guests really value having expert expedition teams aboard - they know exactly where to find wildlife and share fascinating details about Arctic ecosystems. The mix of extended daylight and lingering winter ice creates ideal conditions for photography, especially at Alkefjellet's towering cliffs where thousands of guillemots make their nests.
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- Summer 2026
Summer's 24-hour daylight opens up the most remote Arctic corners. The Yukon's Dempster Highway route takes you across the Arctic Circle with a champagne celebration, leading to Native communities where you can try gold panning at working mines. In Greenland, summer tours wind through ice-filled fjords, mixing glacier walks with stops at isolated Inuit villages and also UNESCO-protected Viking ruins. Our customers particularly enjoy exploring South Greenland's Flower Valley, where wild blooms pop against ancient ice sheets. Spitsbergen voyages offer great wildlife viewing - you'll see polar bears hunting, kayak near icebergs and also visit busy seabird colonies.
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- Fall / Autumn 2026
Autumn trips make the most of darker skies for Northern Lights viewing while keeping temperatures manageable for outdoor activities. Along Norway's coast, Hurtigruten ships combine fjord sailing with aurora spotting - you'll pass the old Finnkjerka rock formation and visit Kirkenes near Russia's border to try king crab fishing. Our travelers like how these autumn tours mix cultural experiences at Sami camps with activities like snowshoeing and riding the cable car up Mount Storsteinen. The shorter days work perfectly for Northern Lights photos, especially when paired with stops at traditional lavvo-huts for hot drinks and also local cultural experiences. Three top-rated tour companies operate in Greenland, and our travelers have shared detailed experiences about each one. Tasermiut leads glacier walks and takes you through old Viking settlements - they've built up quite a following among our customers who want to really get into Greenland's history and landscapes. Their Wonders of Greenland tour needs good fitness levels though; you'll be doing some serious hiking and climbing. A few travelers mentioned they wished they'd known to pack more protein snacks since the provided meals were a bit light on that front. Arctic Range Adventure is running a solid operation with their Arctic Summer Explorer - they're quick to respond to questions and keep everything moving smoothly. Just pack warmer than what's on their list; one of our recent travelers found the temperatures chillier than expected even in summer. Think extra layers, warm socks, gloves and also a good windproof jacket. The feedback points to Greenland being exactly what you'd expect - raw, challenging and fascinating. The trick seems to be in the preparation: having the right gear, being realistic about your fitness and bringing along some extra food just in case. Our travelers consistently say the effort pays off when you're standing on a glacier or walking where the Vikings once lived.
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Arctic / North Pole travel guides - curated by our experts
Arctic Wildlife: Discover the Animals of the Arctic Circle
Discover the animals you can see within the Arctic Circle. From polar bears to whales and seals, spotting Arctic wildlife is something you will never forget!
Best time to visit Arctic Circle
Learn all about the best time to visit Svalbard, Alaska and other destinations within the Arctic Circle. We've also include tips on where and when to spot polar bears!
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How do I choose where to go on an Arctic cruise?
If you're looking at Arctic cruises you'll find Svalbard Greenland and the geographic North Pole are the most popular spots. Each place offers something special - you can see amazing wildlife explore incredible landscapes and really experience what life's like up above the Arctic Circle. The scenery is just breathtaking and you'll get different experiences depending on where you choose.