Iceland and Greenland Cruises

Yes. We offer several itineraries combining Greenland and Iceland, including Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland (Arctic Odyssey) and East Greenland, which embark and/or disembark in Reykjavík. These voyages let you experience two Arctic destinations in one expedition, combining landscapes, wildlife, and cultural experiences without booking separate trips.

Yes. Our voyages in August and September offer opportunities to see the northern lights, as the skies become darker toward the end of the season. Darker skies are essential for viewing aurora borealis, while our remote Arctic itineraries also take you away from much of the light pollution found in urban areas. As with any natural phenomenon, sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Combined itineraries offer a practical way to experience both regions in one trip. For example, our East Greenland cruises for the 2027 season start from EUR 9 495 per person, while Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland (Arctic Odyssey) start from EUR 12 156 per person. Booking one combined expedition can also mean avoiding the additional costs and logistics of arranging separate trips to each destination. Be sure to check for our early booking discounts.

You don’t have to be disconnected during your voyage. Wi-Fi is available aboard the M/V Sea Spirit, allowing you to stay connected during your expedition. Please keep in mind that connectivity in remote Arctic regions can be more limited than you may be accustomed to at home.

Greenland offers opportunities to encounter muskox, walrus, narwhal, Arctic fox, and seals, depending on the itinerary and conditions. In Svalbard, the wildlife highlights are different: polar bears and Svalbard reindeer are among the species you may encounter. The Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland (Arctic Odyssey) voyage is the route that combines the possibility of seeing Svalbard’s polar bears with East Greenland’s distinctive wildlife. As with all wildlife encounters in the Arctic, sightings cannot be guaranteed.

Responsible travel is central to our polar expeditions. Poseidon Expeditions is a member of AECO and has been an IAATO member since 2011. Our operations follow established polar-travel guidelines, while our no-waste policy helps reduce the environmental impact of our expeditions. We also work to minimize disturbance to wildlife and fragile Arctic environments during landings and excursions.

Our routes offer distinct Arctic experiences. East Greenland: this is a 10-day voyage embarking and disembarking in Reykjavík, focusing on Scoresby Sund, Northeast Greenland National Park, and Ittoqqortoormiit. Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland (Arctic Odyssey) is a 14-day voyage between Longyearbyen and Reykjavík, combining Svalbard, East Greenland, and Iceland’s Westfjords.

Polar bear sightings are most closely associated with our Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland (Arctic Odyssey) voyage, which includes a departure or arrival in Longyearbyen. Our East Greenland voyages do not include Svalbard and focus instead on Greenland’s wildlife, including walrus, narwhal, muskox, and Arctic fox. Polar bears can occasionally travel through Greenland, but sightings are unpredictable and are not the focus of these Greenland-only itineraries.

In Greenland, the official currency is the Danish krone (DKK), while Iceland uses the Icelandic króna (ISK). Credit cards are widely accepted, although carrying some local cash can be useful, particularly in smaller Greenlandic settlements. All onboard payments aboard the M/V Sea Spirit are made in US dollars. (Note Ev: SEO guidelines advised to check invoicing issue, currency, with Anastasia/you)