Experience the wild grandeur of the White Continent in a more efficient, expedient way with our 10-, 11- and 12-day options. On this new itinerary, cruise the Drake Passage one way, and then bypass the Drake Passage on the way back on a two-hour flight from Antarctica and discover all of the highlights without sacrificing the extra time. Venture into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Watch for whales off the bow; Zodiac cruise around enormous icebergs; and hike, kayak and (on
*National Geographic Explorer * in November, conditions permitting) cross-country ski in complete tranquility. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie. Plus, get top shots with the help of a National Geographic Photographer.

Experience the wild grandeur of the White Continent in a more efficient, expedient way with our eight-, nine- and ten-day options. Bypass the traditional Drake Passage crossing on a two-hour flight to and from Antarctica, and discover all of the highlights without sacrificing the extra time. Travel with a diverse team of experts aboard the intimately scaled National Geographic Explorer or National Geographic Orion, purpose-built for polar exploration. Venture into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Watch for whales off the bow; Zodiac cruise around enormous icebergs; and hike, kayak and (on National Geographic Explorer in November) even possibly cross-country ski or snow-shoe in complete tranquility. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie. Plus, get top shots with the help of a National Geographic Photographer.

Discover the Antarctic Peninsula, where endless white mountains roll to the horizon and massive glaciers churn icebergs into the sea. Travel with a diverse team of experts aboard one of three state-of-the-art expedition ships. Venture into channels and coves framed by towering peaks. Watch for whales off the bow; glide around enormous icebergs in Zodiacs; hike, kayak amidst porpoising penguins and (on National Geographic Explorer
in November, conditions permitting) cross-country ski in complete tranquility. Choose an active agenda or surrender to the pleasures of relaxing downtime and shipboard camaraderie. Plus, get top shots with the help of a National Geographic Photographer.

Sail to the high Arctic archipelago of Svalbard, one of the best places on the planet to see polar bears in their native habitat. Drawing on 60 years of expedition heritage, their expert spotters often give guests multiple opportunities to experience sightings. In addition to the bears, we’ll be on the lookout for walrus, reindeer, elusive arctic foxes, fur seals and numerous species of birds. The archipelago offers unique hikes, with artful, sculptural arrangements of whale bones on pebbled beaches and the ghostly remains of trapper’s huts.

Sail into the corners of Iceland’s Westfjords region and eastern Greenland, remote areas famed for their fascinating natural features and charismatic wildlife. On this eight-day adventure, actively explore these dynamic shores in a multitude of immersive ways, from hiking past cascading waterfalls to Zodiac cruising through rugged fjords or rafting on a glacial river. Search for whales and seals, walk among prolific sea bird colonies and experience enduring traditions on visits to tiny fishing villages steeped in history.

Experience geological extremes across two distinct Arctic islands, from the thundering waterfalls and bubbling hot springs of Iceland to the rugged fjords that carve out the coast of East Greenland. Hike and bike over volcanic landscapes, witness iconic wildlife in remote fjords, learn history steeped in sagas and see local traditions in tiny seaside villages as you circumnavigate Iceland. Across the Denmark Strait, navigate East Greenland’s icy coastline or its network of wild fjords, as the season allows. Along the way, Icelandic experts and musicians add insight and energy to this immersive Arctic adventure.