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Escape into a world of pure white and midnight sun with an Arctic cruise.

Without a doubt one of the most unique trips in the world, Arctic cruise ships deliver luxury in the snow covered polar region, showing you the best of the top of the world while you sit in style. Whether you’re interested in spotting arctic wildlife like polar bears on a trip to Greenland, or sea kayaking while surrounded by secluded, snowy peaks, you’ll be spoilt for things to do. 

With Newmarket Holidays Arctic Cruise tours, your arctic expedition will be smooth sailing, even in the rugged, wild terrain of the far north. You’ll enjoy a whole host of activities, from incredible wildlife sightings on Franz Josef land, to seeing the Northern Lights around the Arctic Circle. Other unmissable highlights include following in the footsteps of famous Arctic explorer Fridtjof Nansen by visiting the dramatic Lofoten Islands, and spotting the beauty hidden on East Greenland. If you’re feeling adventurous, some Arctic expeditions even allow you to see important spots where those who have reached the North Pole camped and prepared for their arduous journeys. 


Polar exploration isn’t just about admiring endless scenescapes from afar, though. Zodiac cruising allows you to get up close and personal with the shimmering white landmasses that make up this part of the world, and you can even go on  snowy hikes in the high Arctic - as long as you have the right equipment, of course. Cruise lines generally only operate this far north during summer too, so you’re sure to get the best conditions.

Natural Wonders of Iceland
  • Iceland
  • Fred.Olsen
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  • Witness Iceland’s geology and geothermal activity in natural wonders and scenic landscapes
  • You can watch geysers and waterfalls, go whale watching and even snorkel the Silfra Fissure
  • Enjoy scenic cruising by Grímsey Island at sunset, past Hornstrandir and more
  • 10 days from £799pp
  • was £1199pp
  • Newcastle
  • Balmoral
  • 17 April 2024
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  • Visit Reykjavik for the chance to see puffins
  • Spot marine life from Borealis with ORCA conservationists
  • Cruise Eyjafjörður, home to many cetaceans and bird species
  • 9 days from £1299pp
  • Newcastle
  • Borealis
  • 14 May 2025
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Whales, Waterfalls and Geysers of Iceland
  • Iceland, Faroe Islands
  • Fred.Olsen
  • Discover Iceland's incredible scenery in just nine nights
  • Marvel at Iceland's longest fjord - Eyjafjörður, from Bolette
  • Learn about elf folklore as you cruise by Borgarfjörður Eystri
  • 10 days from £1399pp
  • Liverpool
  • Bolette
  • 12 September 2024
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Iceland's Whales, Waterfalls and Way of Life
  • Iceland, Faroe Islands
  • Fred.Olsen
  • Uncover remarkable landscapes, folkore and wildlife in Iceland
  • Discover more about the local way of life in remote Ísafjörður
  • Spot cetaceans from the decks of Balmoral with ORCA conservationists
  • 10 days from £1399pp
  • Newcastle
  • Balmoral
  • 29 August 2024
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Whales and Volcanic Landscapes of Iceland
  • Iceland, United Kingdom, Scotland, British Isles
  • Fred.Olsen
  • See puffins before they migrate from Iceland
  • Join a tour to Vigur Island from Ísafjörður to spot puffins
  • See the awe-inspiring Strokkur Geyser and powerful Goðafoss Waterfall
  • 12 days from £1699pp
  • Dover
  • Borealis
  • 11 July 2024
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The Life and Landscapes of Iceland
  • Iceland, Faroe Islands
  • Fred.Olsen
  • Visit awe-inspiring Snæfellsjökull National Park from Grundarfjörður
  • Have the chance to spot puffins in Heimaey, Vestmanna
  • Discover volcanic Faroese landscapes from Tórshavn
  • 12 days from £1799pp
  • Rosyth
  • Balmoral
  • 22 July 2024
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Whales and Volcanic Landscapes of Iceland
  • Iceland, Faroe Islands
  • Fred.Olsen
  • Explore the remarkable scenery, wildlife and nature in Iceland
  • Enjoy Scenic Discoveries of Gásadalur and Vestmanna in the Faroes
  • Spot marine life from Bolette with the help of wildlife charity ORCA
  • 13 days from £1899pp
  • Liverpool
  • Bolette
  • 15 June 2024
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Discovering the Arctic's Wildlife and Remote Landscapes
  • Canada, Greenland, Iceland
  • Fred.Olsen
  • Experience icebergs and glaciers in Greenland
  • Perhaps spot a polar bear in Nunavut
  • Visit the Viking archaeological site in L'Anse Aux Meadows
  • 28 days from £3799pp
  • Liverpool
  • Bolette
  • 19 July 2024
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Things to see on an Arctic Cruise

Things to do on an Arctic Cruise

Food and drink

On an Arctic cruise, there may be opportunities to try local delicacies.

Meat and fish, understandably, are large parts of the diet here, but none more so than the large Arctic Char, which is like a fuller, more flavoursome salmon.

Seal’s are a staple in this part of the world thanks to their abundance and high levels of vitamins and minerals. They can be prepared in a variety of ways, but the best way to try is with indigneous, innuit chefs - years of practice will get the best out of the gamey, delicious meat.

Game meat is always an intriguing culinary delight, and in the Arctic it’s no different. Reindeer are a staple of many parts of this icy region, from steaks to dried jerky: you’ll be surprised just how moreish it can be.

 

 

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