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Arctic Circle
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Canadian Arctic
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North Pole
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Svalbard
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Greenland
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Northwest Passage
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Iceland & Greenland
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Iceland
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Pole-to-Pole
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Adventure
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Luxury
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Cheap
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Photography
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Midnight Sun
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Polar Bear
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Beluga Whale
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Wildlife
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Northern Lights
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Icebreaker
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The 10 Most Famous Arctic Explorers & Their Incredible Feats
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Franklin's Lost Expedition & The Search For Erebus & Terror
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10 Fascinating Facts About Polar Bears
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Arctic Climate & Weather: How Cold Is It Really?
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A Guide To Whales & Whalewatching In The Arctic
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Narwhal Facts: Secrets Of The Unicorn Of The Sea
The Arctic Food Web & Ecosystems Explained
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Total Solar Eclipse from Iceland to Ireland

A rare voyage from Reykjavík to Dublin—volcanic isles, bird-filled cliffs, and the hush of a total solar eclipse over the North Atlantic.
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Highlights

  • Witness a rare and awe-inspiring total solar eclipse in open seas, far from artificial light and crowds
  • Circle Surtsey, a young UNESCO volcanic isle where life begins, and explore Heimaey’s dramatic, ever-changing landscapes.
  • Uncover the wild beauty of the Faroes, Shetland & Skye—where seabirds, basalt cliffs, and Celtic myths meet in timeless harmony.

Embark on a singular 9-day expedition from Reykjavík to Dublin, tracing the raw, remote beauty of the North Atlantic’s island chain—from Iceland’s fire-forged landscapes to Scotland’s verdant isles and Ireland’s welcoming shores. This itinerary is more than a journey; it’s a passage through some of the most geologically active and ecologically fascinating places on Earth.

Timed precisely to coincide with the total solar eclipse of 2026, this voyage offers a chance to witness one of nature’s most profound spectacles from the middle of the ocean—an unspoiled celestial theatre where day briefly becomes night. From the moment you se...

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Reykjavík

Iceland’s capital stretches along the edge of a vast bay in the west of the country. Perlan, the “Pearl of Reykjavík”, a museum located on ’Oskjuhlið hill, offers a panoramic view of the lush, green landscapes. A little further, one can easily spot the signpost showing the way to the evangelical Hallgrímskirkja church, and to the historical centre where one can stroll along the Skólavördustígur and the Laugavegur, two lively streets with charming small shops. For some relaxation just outside of the city, visitors have the opportunity to visit the Reykjanes peninsula and its famous thermal lagoons of the Blue Lagoon.

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Sailing around Surtsey Island

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Heimaey, Vestmannaeyjar

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Sun eclipse point 2026

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At sea

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Streymoy Island, Faroe Islands

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Lerwick, Shetland Islands

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Portfree, Isle of Skye

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At sea

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Dublin

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What's Included

  • All gourmet meals onboard ship.
  • Open bar with select wine, champagne, beer, and liquor.
  • Gratuities for ship crew and for guides and drivers on excursions.
  • 24-hour room service.
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi.
  • Port fees and taxes.
  • Fully stocked minibar.
  • One shore excursion or landing activity in each port of call.

What's Excluded

  • Mandatory travel insurance.
  • Personal expenses
  • Any other service not mentioned in the programme.

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