Arctic Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
77 ships from 27 cruise lines across 5 countries
Find your Arctic sailing
Upcoming sailings calling in Arctic, earliest departure first.
Arctic cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 518 upcoming sailings on 77 ships from 27 cruise lines visiting Arctic, calling at 45 places. Cruises can start in Reykjavík, Nuuk, Longyearbyen, Kangerlussuaq and Churchill and end in Churchill, Kangerlussuaq, Longyearbyen, Nuuk and Reykjavík.
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15 Days One-Way from Reykjavik to Nuuk
Silver Wind
8 Days Reykjavik, Iceland Round Trip
National Geographic Explorer
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12 Days One-Way from Southampton to Reykjavik
Norwegian Prima
15 Days One-Way from Southampton to Copenhagen
Seven Seas Splendor
7 Days Reykjavik, Iceland Round Trip
Viking Sea
Ships by type: 59 ocean 16 expedition 7 ro-pax ferry · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Cruises in Arctic by country
Compare Arctic cruise lines
Seabourn Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Arctic cruise lines (100). Starting fares run from $1,314 per person. Most sailings last 10–46 nights, and the most common length is 14 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (26)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seabourn Cruises | 100 | $9,098 | 14–78 nights (typically 14) |
| Silversea Cruises | 29 | $9,800 | 9–18 nights (typically 14) |
| Regent Seven Seas Cruises | 19 | $24,198 | 10–92 nights (typically 14) |
| Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection | 3 | $9,800 | 5–9 nights (typically 9) |
| SeaDream Yacht Club | 1 | On request | 11 nights |
Luxury cruise lines (5)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ponant Cruises | 35 | $1,580 | 7–18 nights (typically 7) |
| Oceania Cruises | 25 | $3,749 | 11–34 nights (typically 12) |
| Scenic Cruises | 17 | $15,746 | 14–26 nights (typically 17) |
| Aurora Expeditions | 14 | $10,077 | 7–15 nights (typically 10) |
| MSC Explora Journeys | 12 | $7,385 | 8–30 nights (typically 20) |
Premium cruise lines (10)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Viking Cruises | 47 | $5,099 | 12–27 nights (typically 13) |
| Lindblad Expeditions | 27 | $7,400 | 9–16 nights (typically 10) |
| Hapag-Lloyd Cruises | 24 | $8,367 | 10–19 nights (typically 15) |
| Atlas Ocean Voyages | 21 | $5,676 | 9–15 nights (typically 11) |
| Crystal Cruises | 12 | $7,430 | 13–54 nights (typically 13) |
| Hurtigruten | 12 | $3,044 | 7–18 nights (typically 7) |
| Quark Expeditions | 12 | $10,501 | 10–16 nights (typically 10) |
| Windstar Cruises | 7 | $3,468 | 10–21 nights (typically 7) |
| Azamara Cruises | 5 | $3,879 | 9–43 nights (typically 9) |
| HX Expeditions | 1 | $10,039 | 14 nights |
Contemporary cruise lines (6)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princess Cruises | 70 | $1,504 | 16–48 nights (typically 17) |
| Holland America | 15 | $1,314 | 7–28 nights (typically 14) |
| Norwegian Cruise Line | 5 | $2,390 | 10–16 nights (typically 10) |
| Celebrity Cruises | 3 | $1,604 | 6–12 nights (typically 12) |
| Cunard | 1 | $3,929 | 18 nights |
| MSC Cruises | 1 | $2,656 | 14 nights |
Cruise embarkation and disembarkation
Cruise embarkation (5)
Churchill · Kangerlussuaq · Longyearbyen · Nuuk · Reykjavík
Cruise disembarkation (5)
Churchill · Kangerlussuaq · Longyearbyen · Nuuk · Reykjavík
Cruise lines sailing in Arctic (27)
Ocean cruise lines (27)
Ultra-luxury cruise lines (5)
Luxury cruise lines (5)
Premium cruise lines (10)
Contemporary cruise lines (7)
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Frequently asked questions about Arctic cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Arctic?
Yes. Cruises start in Reykjavík, Nuuk, Longyearbyen, Kangerlussuaq and Churchill. Cruises end in Churchill, Kangerlussuaq, Longyearbyen, Nuuk and Reykjavík.
How many places do cruises visit in Arctic?
45 Arctic places are visited by 77 ships from 27 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Arctic?
27 cruise lines sail to Arctic, including Atlas Ocean Voyages, Aurora Expeditions, Azamara Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Crystal Cruises, Cunard and 21 more.
Created by the Waterways Cruise content team and reviewed and fact-checked by J. Richard, Sr. Cruise Travel Agent and Founder of Waterways Cruise.
Published October 4, 2026 · Last updated October 24, 2026
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