Iceland Cruises
Explorers needed to experience the soaring volcanoes, spouting geysers, peaceful fjords, and spectacular waterfalls — in the land of ice and fire.
Iceland Expedition Cruises
An Iceland expedition offers steaming volcanic landscapes, vast glaciers, gushing waterfalls, and bubbling hot springs. Visit Iceland and experience incredible sights and discover birds in Iceland and rest of the wildlife including whales.
Expedition cruises to Iceland
You can explore the ‘land of fire and ice’ on a circumnavigation of Iceland, or choose from several Arctic Islands expedition cruises, that take in Svalbard, Greenland, Jan Mayen, the Shetland Islands, Norway and even Hamburg.
Activities in Iceland
While cruising Iceland, you can take part in optional activities that will bring your expedition to life. The long summer days are the best time to go walking, hiking and kayaking as part of our Iceland excursions.
Wildlife in Iceland
The summer months are immense for wildlife along Iceland’s coast. Go whale watching for humpbacks, minke and blue whales. Spot for Arctic birds including Atlantic Puffins and see seals as you sail.
Expedition Team in Iceland
Your Expedition Team will guide hikes and landings. They’ll also share fascinating insights in lectures on the geology, nature and history of Iceland.
Land of Ice and Fire
Stunning otherworldly landscapes of steaming geysers and black sand beaches await you in Iceland. Hike on glaciers, through lava fields, to waterfalls and hot springs.
Cruises to Iceland
Active adventure
You’ll visit the best places along Iceland’s coastline on guided town walks, hikes in nature, wildlife watching, or on kayaking trips in glorious fjords.
Activities in Iceland
Iceland’s stunning landscapes are a magnet for adventure enthusiasts, nature lovers and those looking for experiences off the beaten track. You’ll explore Iceland on your expedition cruise with us on a host of included and optional activities.
* Please note that these are optional activities; an additional cost may apply.
Whales and Arctic birds
We’ll take you to some of the best destinations in Europe for whale watching. Iceland is also home to some of the world’s largest bird populations in the summer months, including Atlantic Puffins, Arctic terns and skuas.
Iceland's wildlife
Iceland’s incredible scenery may steal the limelight, but marine mammals and bird life also thrive here among the volcanoes and glaciers. Around 23 whale species frequent these waters, including humpbacks, minke, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises and even the occasional blue whale. Look out too for harbour and grey seals, and thousands of birds.
Nordic folklore
Icelandic folk tales are full of mysticism and supernatural creatures. Learn about Viking sagas and their enduring impact on modern Icelandic society.
Iceland Expedition Team
When cruising Iceland, get more out of your travels with lectures and talks from your Expedition Team as you visit Iceland’s most popular and important sights. Immerse yourself in Iceland’s jaw-dropping scenery actively and safely on activities and adventures, guided by your Expedition Team.
Sustainable adventures
Single-use plastics are banned on board our ships and we continually work to be more sustainable. We also support stronger community engagement, so you’ll have the chance to help on local initiatives, giving you a deeper cultural understanding of the places you visit.
