--- type: cruise schema_type: TouristTrip id: 337b582d-c71f-4326-8bc4-e5d6e3273338 slug: 2278716 voyage_code: EX72653 cruise_line: Lindblad Expeditions ship: National Geographic Explorer departure_date: return_date: nights: 9 embarkation_port: Reykjavik disembarkation_port: Reykjavik starting_price_usd: 17320.0 bookable: false last_updated: 2026-05-05T01:55:53Z --- # Wild Arctic Shores: Circumnavigating Iceland and Exploring Greenland > Lindblad Expeditions · National Geographic Explorer · Jun 8 – 17   (9 nights) ## Quick Facts | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | **Cruise Line** | Lindblad Expeditions | | **Ship** | National Geographic Explorer | | **Duration** | 9 nights | | **Departure Date** | N/A | | **Return Date** | N/A | | **Embarkation Port** | Reykjavik | | **Disembarkation Port** | Reykjavik | | **Starting Price** | 17,320 USD per person | | **Voyage Code** | EX72653 | ## Itinerary ### Day 1: Reykjavik **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It's home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history. The striking concrete Hallgrimskirkja church and rotating Perlan glass dome offer sweeping views of the sea and nearby hills. Exemplifying the island’s volcanic activity is the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa, near the village of Grindavik. ### Day 2: Westfjords **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 3: Siglufjordur **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Siglufjörður is a small fishing town in a narrow fjord with the same name on the northern coast of Iceland. The population in 2011 was 1,206; the town has been shrinking in size since the 1950s when the town reached its peak of 3,000 inhabitants ### Day 4: East Greenland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 5: East Greenland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 6: Husavik **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Húsavík is a small town that looks out over Skjálfandi Bay on Iceland's northern coast. It has gained international fame as one of the world's best places to see whales. ### Day 7: Grimsey Island, Iceland **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Grímsey is a small Icelandic island, 40 kilometres off the north coast of the main island of Iceland, straddling the Arctic Circle. In January 2018 Grímsey had 61 inhabitants. Before 2009, Grimsey constituted the hreppur of Grímseyjarhreppur. In that year, island residents voted to join the municipality with Akureyri. ### Day 8: Borgarfjörðurhöfn **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM ### Day 9: Westman Islands **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Vestmannaeyjar (Western Islands) is an archipelago off Iceland’s south coast, formed by underwater volcanic eruptions. The youngest island, Surtsey, was formed in 1963. Heimaey is the largest and only inhabited island. It has 2 volcanoes, Helgafell and Eldfell. Interactive displays at Eldheimar Museum, in Heimaey Town, chronicle Eldfell’s devastating 1973 eruption, when some 400 buildings were destroyed. ### Day 10: Reykjavik **Arrives:** 12:00 AM · **Departs:** 12:00 AM Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It's home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history. The striking concrete Hallgrimskirkja church and rotating Perlan glass dome offer sweeping views of the sea and nearby hills. Exemplifying the island’s volcanic activity is the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa, near the village of Grindavik. ## Pricing Prices shown are per person based on double occupancy in USD. | Cabin Type | Starting Price | |------------|----------------| | Ocean View | $17,320 | ## Cabin Options ### Outside Cabins **Cabin - Upper Deck** (Code: 05) These cabins feature a balcony with sliding glass doors, feature one queen-sized bed, a writing desk and chairs, climate controls, a TV showing the ship's position and programing. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. . (Cabin 221 has two lower single beds that ... **Cabin - Main Deck** (Code: 03) Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), one large window, and two sitting chairs and a small table and ample storage. They have a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programming. **Cabin - Main Deck** (Code: 01) Cabins feature one or two Portholes. Most cabins feature two lower single beds. Cabins 303-306 feature one queen-sized bed. All offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programing. Standard Cabin Amenities **Solo Cabin** (Code: SA) These cabins feature one lower single bed and a large window or two portholes, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a room glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programing. **Cabin - Main Deck** (Code: 02) Cabins feature two lower single beds (some can convert to a queen-sized bed), and one large window. They offer a writing desk, reading lamps, bathroom with a roomy glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programming. **Cabin - Upper & Veranda Decks** (Code: 04) Cabins feature two lower single beds and at least one large window, climate controls, a TV showing the ship's position and programing. Bathrooms are also generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall. The lounge and chartroom are easily accessible. The lounge is the social heart of the shi... **Solo Cabin** (Code: SB) These cabins feature one lower single bed and a large window, a writing desk, reading lamp, bathroom with a room glass-wall shower stall, and a TV showing the ship's position and programing. The lounge and chartroom are easily accessible. ### Suite Cabins **Suite - Verandah Deck** (Code: 06) Suite with Balcony. These spacious cabins have private balconies, two lower single beds that can be converted into a queen, a writing desk, chairs, and a TV. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks. **Suite - Verandah Deck** (Code: 07) Suite with Balcony. These large cabins with private balconies have either two lower single beds that can convert to an Olympic-sized queen. They have seating areas and can be converted to triples. Bathrooms are generously sized with a roomy glass-walled shower stall and twin sinks. ## Ship Information ### National Geographic Explorer National Geographic Explorer is a state-of-the-art expedition ship, and the newest addition to the Lindblad fleet. It is a fully stabilized, ice-class vessel, enabling it to navigate polar passages while providing exceptional comfort. It carries kayaks and a fleet of Zodiac landing craft. An Undersea Specialist operates a remotely operated vehicle (ROV) and sophisticated video equipment, extending access to the underwater world. #### Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Passenger Capacity | 148 | | Crew | 0 | | Gross Tonnage | 0.0 | | Length | 356.0 ft | | Total Cabins | 0 | ## Ports of Call ### Reykjavik *Coordinates: 64.1353, -21.8952* Reykjavik, on the coast of Iceland, is the country's capital and largest city. It's home to the National and Saga museums, tracing Iceland’s Viking history. The striking concrete Hallgrimskirkja church and rotating Perlan glass dome offer sweeping views of the sea and nearby hills. Exemplifying the island’s volcanic activity is the geothermal Blue Lagoon spa, near the village of Grindavik. ### Westfjords ### Siglufjordur *Coordinates: 66.0715, -18.6537* Siglufjörður is a small fishing town in a narrow fjord with the same name on the northern coast of Iceland. The population in 2011 was 1,206; the town has been shrinking in size since the 1950s when the town reached its peak of 3,000 inhabitants ### East Greenland ### Husavik *Coordinates: 65.4041, -13.6981* Húsavík is a small town that looks out over Skjálfandi Bay on Iceland's northern coast. It has gained international fame as one of the world's best places to see whales. ### Grimsey Island, Iceland *Coordinates: 66.5444, -18.0047* Grímsey is a small Icelandic island, 40 kilometres off the north coast of the main island of Iceland, straddling the Arctic Circle. In January 2018 Grímsey had 61 inhabitants. Before 2009, Grimsey constituted the hreppur of Grímseyjarhreppur. In that year, island residents voted to join the municipality with Akureyri. ### Borgarfjörðurhöfn ### Westman Islands *Coordinates: 51.5219, 0.614718* Vestmannaeyjar (Western Islands) is an archipelago off Iceland’s south coast, formed by underwater volcanic eruptions. The youngest island, Surtsey, was formed in 1963. Heimaey is the largest and only inhabited island. It has 2 volcanoes, Helgafell and Eldfell. Interactive displays at Eldheimar Museum, in Heimaey Town, chronicle Eldfell’s devastating 1973 eruption, when some 400 buildings were... ## Booking Information - **Book This Cruise:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2278716 - **Compare Prices:** CruisePirate compares prices across multiple booking channels - **Price Alerts:** Set up alerts for price drops on this sailing - **Support:** Contact our AI-powered cruise assistant for personalized recommendations ### Why Book with CruisePirate? - Real-time price comparison across booking channels - AI-powered cruise recommendations - Transparent pricing with no hidden fees - Expert cruise search and filtering --- ## Technical Metadata - **Canonical URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2278716 - **Markdown URL:** https://cruisepirate.ai/cruise/2278716.md - **API Endpoint:** https://cruisepirate.ai/api/cruises/2278716/ - **Primary Image:** https://images.cruisepirate.ai/v3/static/cruise-lines/lindblad-expeditions/national-geographic-explorer/other/144112.webp - **Data Source:** CruisePirate Cruise Database - **Last Updated:** 2026-05-05 01:55:53 UTC