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Trekking across frozen tundra, gliding over icy waters, encountering rare wildlife, immersing yourself in local culture – words alone do not do justice to the magic of the unforgettable Arctic region. 

The best way to explore the awe-inspiring Arctic is on an intimate ice-class ship – small enough to go where others can’t, yet spacious enough for a personal experience. Sailing around the Arctic is always a once-in-a-lifetime journey, but aboard Silversea’s Silver Endeavour, it becomes truly exceptional.

Here are a few of the many reasons that a trip up north to witness the Arctic’s fragile beauty should be at the top of your bucket list.  

The Arctic: an unforgettably perfect polar destination
Though the Arctic may seem isolated, it offers rich sights and experiences across Svalbard, Iceland, Greenland and the Canadian Arctic. These range from scanning the horizon for polar bears, following herds of reindeer, Zodiac cruises to Inuit communities, and capturing the perfect iceberg photo.

With Silver Endeavour, Silversea’s state-of-the-art expedition ship and a Polar Class 6 rating, meaning that it can cut through the ice effectively, travellers can now venture deeper into this remote region. The ship’s size allows access to places larger vessels can’t reach. You might spend the day kayaking Arctic seas and the evening dining in luxury.

A transformative travel experience
For those who have seen the usual destinations and seek something more, the Arctic offers a transformative experience. 

Each journey is unique, with itineraries shaped by weather, wildlife, and whim. Expect spur-of-the-moment kayak trips to watch feeding whales, hikes into ancient ice caves, and close sightings of polar bears with cubs.

You’ll also encounter spectacular and rare landscapes. Depending on the season, you may witness the Northern Lights or the surreal midnight sun. One of the most special aspects of each cruise is the variety of excursions, both on and off the water.

What makes each cruise special is the different excursions, both on and off the water. 

For example, on Silversea’s Nunavut Greenland cruise, you might hike through tundra to see remains of Sir John Franklin’s North Pole expedition, kayak in search of wildlife, or explore Sisimiut – Greenland’s second-largest city.

From Reykjavik, Iceland, the journey may include visiting Ittoqqotoormiit, kayaking among icebergs to spot sea lions, cruising the vast Scoresby Sund fjord system, or hiking through Icelandic lava fields.

A myriad of opportunities 

With voyages ranging from nine to 23 days and leaving from four different ports, Silversea’s many itinerary options each offer something that caters to everyone.  

The Norway and Svalbard-focused tours have passengers out in the wilderness for the majority of the trip while the Greenland tour promises cultural and historical sites, and the Canadian-based itineraries offer active wildlife encounters. 

What makes Silversea different is also unrivalled expedition knowledge of the expert crew. Remote places like Svalbard, Greenland and the Canadian Arctic are best explored with the people who know them intimately and the Silver Endeavour crew are some of the most experienced.  

Luxury is just the beginning
While comfort and luxury are a given on any Silversea voyage, these Arctic expeditions offer much more. Silver Endeavour is the world’s most luxurious expedition ship, designed to reach the planet’s most remote places. With state-of-the-art amenities and the highest space-to-guest ratio in expedition cruising, it provides a restful and elegant retreat after each day’s adventure.

Unwind at a lounge or enjoy a meal before settling into your suite – knowing another extraordinary day awaits.

Silversea lets guests explore the Arctic through their own lens because it is what you experience on the journey that matters – no one else will ever see it quite the same way.

Venture into the raw, radiant beauty of the arctic with Silversea’s polar expeditions. Reserve your voyage today and explore the arctic at silversea.com.