Arctic (Canada) Cruises: Sailings, Embarkations & Ports of Call
2 ships from 2 cruise lines
Arctic (Canada) cruises at a glance
Waterways Cruise lists 2 ships from 2 cruise lines visiting Arctic (Canada), calling at 1 place. Cruises can start in Churchill and end in Churchill.
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Compare Arctic (Canada) cruise lines
Scenic Cruises has the most upcoming sailings among Arctic (Canada) cruise lines (6). Starting fares run from $99 per person. Most sailings last 7–44 nights, and the most common length is 7 nights.
Ocean cruise lines (2)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scenic Cruises | 6 | $8,522 | 16–31 nights (typically 17) |
Premium cruise lines (1)
| Cruise line | Upcoming sailings | Lowest starting fare | Typical length |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlas Ocean Voyages | 4 | $14,661 | 14–17 nights (typically 14) |
About Canada
Canada is the world's second-largest country and a natural fit for milestone travelers who want accessible wilderness, layered history, and vibrant cities. Small-ship and river cruises on the St. Lawrence, the Great Lakes, and Canada's Atlantic and Pacific coasts avoid the herded big-ship experience. U.S. visitors enjoy a familiar currency system, no language barrier in most regions, and short flights, while still feeling profoundly abroad.
Typical routes
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Ports overview
Canada's cruise ports are defined by rivers, lakes, and seas rather than ocean liners. The St. Lawrence River and Saguenay Fjord form an inland waterway to the heart of Quebec; the Great Lakes offer a freshwater itinerary; Atlantic and Pacific coasts provide expedition-style sailing. Most ports are walkable or offer easy shuttles, and small-ship lines dominate.
Cruise season
May to October. June through September for warm weather and reliable whale sightings; late September into October for spectacular fall foliage in Quebec and the Maritimes. Some expedition departures to Labrador and the Arctic run July-August.
Find your Canada sailing
Upcoming sailings calling at Canada, earliest departure first.
8 Days Mindelo, Cape Verde Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits Sao Vicente Island Cape Verde, Cape Verde
Le Ponant
8 Days New York, USA Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits United States
Majestic Princess
14 Days One-Way from Montreal to Miami
Starts in Canada. Also visits United States
Seabourn Ovation
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8 Days Boston, USA Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits United States
Norwegian Breakaway
30 Days Southampton, United Kingdom Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits United Kingdom, United States
Queen Mary 2
23 Days One-Way from New York to Southampton
Visits Canada. Also visits United States, United Kingdom
Queen Mary 2
111 Days One-Way from Los Angeles to Vancouver
Ends in Canada. Also visits United States, Tutuila Island American Samoa, Fiji
Coral Princess
115 Days Los Angeles, USA Round Trip
Visits Canada. Also visits United States, Tutuila Island American Samoa, Fiji
Coral Princess
12 Days One-Way from Bergen to Montreal
Ends in Canada. Also visits Norway
Le Commandant Charcot
15 Days Montreal, Canada Round Trip
Starts and ends in Canada. Also visits France
Le Commandant Charcot
91 Days One-Way from Sydney to San Diego
Visits Canada. Also visits Australia, Indonesia, Singapore
Azamara Quest
91 Days One-Way from Auckland to Vancouver
Ends in Canada. Also visits New Zealand, Australia, Indonesia
Viking Orion
Where Canada cruises start and end
Embarkation ports (1)
Disembarkation ports (1)
Ports of call in Canada
Ports of call (1)
Cruise lines visiting Canada (2)
Ocean cruise lines (2)
Luxury cruise lines (1)
Premium cruise lines (1)
Ships by type: 2 ocean · a ship that visits several places here is counted once; an expedition ship that also sails as an ocean ship appears under both types.
Canada is also in: Alaska, Canada & New England
Plan your Arctic (Canada) cruise
Canada cruise port guide
Cruise ports, what to see, history and practical advice.
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Frequently asked questions about Arctic (Canada) cruises
Can you start or end a cruise in Arctic (Canada)?
Yes. Cruises start in Churchill. Cruises end in Churchill.
How many places do cruises visit in Arctic (Canada)?
1 Arctic (Canada) place are visited by 2 ships from 2 cruise lines.
Which cruise lines sail to Arctic (Canada)?
2 cruise lines sail to Arctic (Canada), including Atlas Ocean Voyages and Scenic Cruises.
When is the best time to take a Arctic (Canada) cruise?
May to October. June through September for warm weather and reliable whale sightings; late September into October for spectacular fall foliage in Quebec and the Maritimes. Some expedition departures to Labrador and the Arctic run July-August.
Sources and further reading
Background on Canada draws on these references. Sailing, fare and port data come from cruise line itineraries and are refreshed regularly.
- Destination Canada: Explore Canada: Official Tourism Website
- CIA World Factbook: Canada
- Parks Canada: L'Anse aux Meadows National Historic Site
- UNESCO World Heritage Centre: Historic District of Old Québec
- American Cruise Lines: Canada Cruises
- Viking: Great Lakes Expedition Cruises
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 September 9, 2026 · Last updated October 31, 2026
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