Polar Routes is The Polar Expedition Cruise Specialist, and we partner with over 22 operators to bring you a vast range of expedition cruises to the Arctic, Antarctica, and beyond. We take great pride in our unrivalled knowledge of the ships, itineraries, and these wonderful destinations.
All the ships and operators in our program have been hand-selected by us to ensure they offer the very best quality, value, and environmental responsibility to the areas they explore. Furthermore, we can also take care of the flights and logistics to get you to and from the ship. Plus, we offer an exciting range of pre and post-cruise land packages if you fancy exploring even more!
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Hosted Departures are unique group packages created in collaboration with our most trusted partners. Embark on an 11-day voyage around the Antarctic Peninsula with our friends at PONANT, to be one of the few to explore its beautiful scenery and remarkable wildlife.
Prices from £11,695 pp!
Join renowned wildlife photographer Jane Addey on a 13-day Arctic adventure to Svalbard aboard the charming and classic 12-passenger vessel, M/S Stockholm. Just 9 spaces remaining!
Prices from £11,795 pp!
This 11-12 day Antarctic Explorer expedition is an unforgettable journey through the spectacular wilderness of the South Shetland Islands and Antarctic Peninsula, and the perfect introduction to Antarctica.
Spend an exciting week witnessing the glacial majesty of the Lyngen Alps, the dramatic beauty of the Lofoten Islands, the forested mountains of Vesterålen and the serenity of Senja, you’ll see snow-frosted mountains, deep blue fjords, charming fishing villages and – with luck – the ethereal Northern Lights
On this 15-day voyage discover the mythical landscapes of Svalbard combined with a spectacular exploration of the east coast of Greenland. Zodiac cruise past calving glaciers amidst a labyrinth of gigantic icebergs in the world’s largest fjord at Scoresby Sund, spot polar bears hunting and thousands of seabirds nesting in the majestic Spitsbergen cliffs.
En-route to the South Shetland Islands, explore penguin rookeries, research stations and fascinating lookouts. Continue south, deep into the inlets of Antarctica, passing the famous Gerlache Strait.
Between Greenland's west coast with its mountains softened by glaciers to the Arctic mountain range's steep slopes and Thule's high Arctic tundra, you will sail through the polar region's most spectacular landscapes. Polar bears, musk ox and Arctic wolves: journey 17 days to see this amazingly rich fauna.
Travel North and explore the beautiful islands of the Svalbard archipelago, where you will see dramatic mountain scenery, glaciers and the Arctic’s incredible wildlife, like Arctic fox, reindeer and elusive polar bear.
From your first booking with us, you’ll become a member of My Routes Rewards and begin collecting points for every holiday you book!
We'll compare a huge selection of expedition ships, cruises and operators to find your perfect cruise.
Our prices are amongst the best you'll find, plus look out for Polar Routes exclusive offers!
As supporters of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, booking with us helps support the work of the trust within Antarctica.
All our holidays are ATOL protected (11104), for your complete peace of mind.