The Arctic in August expedition cruises: FAQ
How much does the Arctic in August cost?
Sailings to the Arctic in August in our inventory embark from Reykjavik, Copenhagen, Longyearbyen and Southampton. Voyages to the Arctic in August in our inventory start from $2000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How long is a voyage to the Arctic in August?
Itineraries to the Arctic in August start from 5 nights.
When do voyages to the Arctic in August depart?
Departures currently on sale in our inventory fall in August.
Which August departures to the Arctic are on sale now?
Upcoming departures in our inventory: 1 August 2027 aboard HANSEATIC nature (Hapag-Lloyd Cruises, 16 nights); 2 August 2027 aboard MS Trollfjord (Hurtigruten, 7 nights, from $3,000); 2 August 2027 aboard MS Midnatsol (Hurtigruten, 7 nights, from $2,000); 2 August 2027 aboard MS Vesterålen (Hurtigruten, 14 nights, from $4,000); 2 August 2027 aboard m/v Plancius (Oceanwide Expeditions, 9 nights, from $5,000); 4 August 2027 aboard Scenic Eclipse (Scenic, 11 nights, from $18,000); 4 August 2027 aboard Discoverer (Polar Latitudes, 13 nights, from $14,000); 4 August 2027 aboard Ultramarine (Quark Expeditions, 14 nights, from $12,000). Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
How much of the season for the Arctic falls in August?
195 of the 805 departures to the Arctic currently on sale leave in August, operated by Seabourn, Explora Journeys, Hurtigruten, Lindblad Expeditions, Ponant and Scenic among others.
Which cruise lines sail to the Arctic in August?
Operators in our inventory offering departures to the Arctic in August include Seabourn, Explora Journeys, Hurtigruten, Lindblad Expeditions, Ponant and Scenic, among others.
How many departures to the Arctic in August are on sale, and when do they leave?
195 scheduled departures to the Arctic in August are currently on sale, with sailing dates in August.
How long are itineraries to the Arctic in August?
Itineraries to the Arctic in August in our inventory range from 5 to 95 nights.
What is the most common itinerary length for the Arctic in August, and when is departure activity highest?
The most common itinerary length to the Arctic in August in our inventory is 12 nights, and August has the highest number of scheduled departures.
Which ships operate in the Arctic in August?
Ships sailing the Arctic in August in our inventory include Seabourn Venture (Seabourn, 264 guests), Scenic Eclipse (Scenic, 228 guests), MS Midnatsol (Hurtigruten, 500 guests) and MS Trollfjord (Hurtigruten, 590 guests); guest capacity is the operator's published figure.
Where do voyages to the Arctic in August embark?
Departures to the Arctic in August in our inventory embark from Reykjavik, Copenhagen, Longyearbyen and Southampton.
Which places feature on itineraries to the Arctic in August?
Itineraries in our inventory commonly call at Bergen, Oslo, Nuuk, Hamburg, Husavik, Barents Sea, Ny-Ålesund and Skagen. Expedition routes in polar waters are adjusted to ice, weather and wildlife conditions, so calls are not guaranteed.
Are any the Arctic in August departures discounted right now?
Yes: 50 of the the Arctic in August departures currently in our inventory list at least one cabin priced below its own published fare, the largest reduction being 35%. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
What are the cancellation terms for the Arctic in August voyages?
Terms are set by each operator, not by us. Across the lines we sell in the Arctic in August, deposits are refundable in full until 121 to 180 days before departure; after that a per-line scale applies. Your confirmation shows the exact schedule for your booking.
How do starting prices for the Arctic in August compare across operators?
Starting prices in our inventory differ by operator: Hurtigruten from $2000, Explora Journeys from $4000, Seabourn from $9000, Lindblad Expeditions from $10000. Prices and availability are subject to change; final price confirmed at booking.
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