Arctic Cruises

Vast, icy and like nowhere else on Earth, the Arctic offers so much more than endless landscapes of snow and ice for cruisers. Filled with unbelievable sights, unique wildlife and educational opportunities that let guests see first-hand just how imperative the region is for the world’s climate, Arctic cruises are not to be missed.

Discover Arctic Cruises

As the northernmost region of our planet, the Arctic encompasses some of the world’s wildest and visually mesmerising places, including parts of Canada, Russia, Greenland, Alaska, Scandinavia, and the entire Arctic Ocean. From majestic glaciers to polar bears, this region boasts some of the most jaw-dropping spectacles accessible by sea.

As a cruise destination, the Arctic gives guests unrivalled access to impressive winter wonders and a rich cultural heritage with indigenous communities that have adapted to its challenging conditions over thousands of years. With the prospect of seeing the Northern Lights also on offer, an Arctic cruise from the UK can astound and humble with its natural beauty.

Cruise Lines Offering Arctic Cruises

Viking Ocean Cruises

Experience an Arctic cruise the Viking way with an itinerary that makes luxury and comfort an everyday occurrence. With Viking Ocean Cruises, guests can cruise ancient attractions and geographical formations that make the coasts of Iceland, Greenland and Canada so incredible.

Holland America Line

With over 150 years of cruising heritage, Holland America Line combines luxury with the spirit of adventure to make every cruise to the Arctic unforgettable. Enter the Arctic Circle and see the majestic cliffsides of Norway, along with sites like the Arctic Cathedral.

Silversea

On board one of Silversea’s smaller luxury ships, guests can experience a tailored, personalised experience as they explore some of the secrets of the Arctic. One such highlight is the island of Jan Mayen, only 337 km², which hosts the world's northernmost active volcano, Beerenberg.

HX Expeditions

As a global leader in sustainable cruising, HX Expeditions offers Arctic cruises for real explorers. Visiting ports of geographical and ecological wonder, like Svalbard’s Amsterdam Island and Nya Ålesund, guests can enjoy unmatched excursions and dining experiences.

Polar Expeditions with HX

Fred. Olsen Cruises

Setting sail on an Arctic cruise from the UK, Fred. Olsen Cruises’ voyages make wild and wintery coastlines feel just like home with signature dining experiences and around-the-clock service. With premium accommodation too, finding the Northern Lights has never been more comfortable.

Top Arctic Cruise Destinations

Svalbard

With only 2,600 inhabitants, this Norwegian archipelago features incredible landscapes and once-in-a-lifetime wildlife-spotting opportunities. From the metropolitan quirkiness of Longyearbyen to the hundreds of polar bears that call the eastern and northern islands home, Svalbard makes any cruise to the Arctic special.

Nuuk

Greenland’s capital is much more than a city in the snow. Guests can stroll through its beautiful series of wooden buildings in the old harbour quarters and gaze out to sea for a glimpse of a floating iceberg or a humpback whale passing by.

Isafjordur

Placed at the meeting point of two continental plates, Iceland offers so many Arctic ports for guests to explore. One highlight is Isafjordur, where there’s plenty of opportunity to sit back in Pollurin's hot springs or learn more about mountain foxes at the Arctic Fox Center.