Understand transparent pricing for 2026-2028 Arctic expeditions. What is included, how expedition vs. ultra-luxury tiers compare, and how our Signature perks save you thousands with zero agency fees.
A luxury or expedition cruise to the Arctic is a significant financial investment. Prices generally range from $9,000 per person for an entry-level expedition cabin to $45,000+ per person for high-tier luxury suites on transits like the Northwest Passage or North Pole icebreaker voyages. Understanding what is included is critical to evaluating true value.
| Category Tier | Typical Operators | Starting Price (Per Person) | Key Features Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Expedition Class | HX Hurtigruten, Quark Expeditions | $9,500 – $14,000 | Daily Zodiac landings, parka to keep, loaner boots, science lectures, casual dining. |
| Luxury Expedition | Lindblad / NatGeo, Viking Expeditions | $13,500 – $22,000 | NatGeo photographers, submarine dives, science laboratories, superior staterooms. |
| Ultra-Luxury All-Inclusive | Silversea, Seabourn, Ponant, Scenic | $16,000 – $35,000+ | Dedicated butler in all suites, Alain Ducasse fine dining, premium open bar, spas, door-to-door air. |
| North Pole Icebreaker | Ponant (Le Commandant Charcot) | $38,000 – $65,000+ | PC2 high icebreaker, 90°N transit, heated indoor/outdoor pools, helicopter/ballooning. |
Our certified polar expedition specialists will tailor your itinerary, stateroom, and Signature perks.
Request Custom Proposal & PerksGeneral cruise knowledge does not translate to high-latitude polar navigation. Our senior advisors have sailed the pack ice of Svalbard, navigated the narrow fjords of Greenland, and completed rigorous operator-specific polar academy credentials.
Quark Polar Pro | Lindblad Expedition Specialist
Johnnie has spent weeks sailing through the sea ice of 80° North and the remote eastern fjords of Greenland. She specializes in small-ship Zodiac operations, helicopter heli-hiking logistics, and matching adventure photographers with top naturalist guides.
Ponant & Silversea Academy | CLIA ECC
Aimee focuses on ultra-luxury polar voyages aboard Le Commandant Charcot and Silver Endeavour. Her clients enjoy private butler service, Michelin-inspired gastronomy by Alain Ducasse, and guaranteed Signature shipboard credits.
HX Hurtigruten Specialist | ASTA VTA
With firsthand transit experience across the Canadian High Arctic and the Northwest Passage, Karen advises guests on charter flight connections, medical evacuation insurance riders, and hybrid-electric expedition ships.
Speak directly with an accredited Arctic expedition advisor holding top certifications across Quark, Lindblad, HX, Ponant, and Silversea.