Date: September 1, 2024
Ports of Call: Reykjavik, Qaqortoq, Nanortalik, Isafjordur, Akureyri, Djupivogur, Torshavn, Olden, Bergen, Ulvik, Kristiansand, Oslo; View Itinerary
Embark on a mesmerizing journey through the Arctic Circle during the enchanting month of September in the year 2024. Embark on an Arctic cruise and experience the wilderness as you float between ice floes and icebergs along dramatic coastlines and visit quaint villages. Comfortable ships glide travelers beyond the Arctic Circle through various Arctic regions, including the Canadian Arctic, Greenland, Spitsbergen, Alaska, and the Russian Far East, with dramatic ice floes to walk in the footsteps of the Vikings or marvel at the breaching of a humpback whale.In September, the Arctic – encompassing Greenland, Iceland, North Cape, and Svalbard – is a stunning spectacle of seasonal transformation. The retreating ice reveals expanding tundra, with moss and lichens adding a splash of color to the landscape. Migrating birds, seals, and the elusive polar bear are among the wildlife you might spot during this time. Whales too can be seen traversing the waters. Arctic cruising in September invites you to the realm of pristine wilderness and resilient wildlife.
The Arctic's highlights are as vast and varied as the region itself. Ports of call such as Longyearbyen in Svalbard, Norway, and Nuuk in Greenland provide gateways to the polar wilderness and vibrant local cultures. From your ship, witness the awe-inspiring spectacle of massive icebergs calving from glaciers, and the captivating Northern Lights painting the night sky in hues of green and purple. The Arctic’s natural environment is a realm of stark contrasts and haunting beauty, characterized by ice-covered seas, rugged mountains, and sprawling tundra.
Cruise lines such as Norwegian Cruises, and Viking Cruises others offer itineraries that visit Arctic Circle in September 2024. Easily find and compare Arctic Circle cruises in September 2024 from Bergen, London Greenwich, Reykjavik, and Tromso, as well as other Northern European ports.
The best time to visit the Arctic on a cruise ship is during the summer months, from June to September. This period, known as the Midnight Sun season, offers longer daylight hours for wildlife spotting and exploring the incredible landscapes. It's also the period when the ice is at its most navigable, allowing ships to venture further into the region.
Date: September 1, 2024
Ports of Call: Reykjavik, Qaqortoq, Nanortalik, Isafjordur, Akureyri, Djupivogur, Torshavn, Olden, Bergen, Ulvik, Kristiansand, Oslo; View Itinerary
Date: September 3, 2024
Ports of Call: Reykjavik, Sermilik Fjord, Watkins Fjord, Ittoqqortoormiit, Scoresby Sound, Scoresby Sound, Scoresby Sound, Northeast, Northeast, Northeast, Northeast, Northeast, Stykkisholmur, Reykjavik; View Itinerary
Date: September 12, 2024
Ports of Call: Bergen, Bergen, Lerwick, Torshavn, Reykjavik, Nanortalik, Qaqortoq, LAnse aux Meadows, Saguenay, Quebec City, Montreal; View Itinerary
Date: September 18, 2024
Ports of Call: Hamburg, Bergen, Molde, Trondheim, Honningsvag, Tromso, Alesund, Hamburg; View Itinerary