New AIDA cruises to the Arctic Circle: Iceland and Greenland are waiting!

New AIDA cruises to the Arctic Circle: Iceland and Greenland are waiting!

In 2025 and 2026, AIDA is expanding its range of cruise routes to the Arctic Circle, which is experiencing high demand. According to the report of evening paper Around 387,500 passengers took expedition cruises to northern regions in 2023, an increase of 21.6% compared to the previous year. The new routes are characterized by special stops in Iceland and Greenland as well as other scenic destinations.

Plans for 2026 include a second cruise, while shorter sailings will be canceled to make room for the more popular routes. Bookings for the AIDA cruises to the Arctic Circle are already possible until 2027, including the route “Iceland & Greenland from Hamburg to Warnemünde”, which starts on August 23, 2026 and ends on September 13.

Variety of routes

AIDA is offering various cruises in summer 2025 and 2026 that start from Hamburg and are designed for the fascinating flair of Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen. AIDA's shortest trip, the “Iceland tour from Hamburg”, will take place from April 12th to 24th, 2026. Travelers have to expect a price starting at 1,805 euros for an inside cabin in the premium tariff, while the 19-day “Highlights in the Arctic Circle” route in the months of June and July 2026 is offered for starting at 3,040 euros. This is based on information from Cruise Sun out.

Another highlight of the routes is the “Iceland & Greenland with solar eclipse” trip, which takes place from July 26th to August 16th, 2026, which can be booked from 4,235 euros per person. For travelers who want to explore Norway, the “Norway with Svalbard and Lofoten” route is planned from July 27th to August 10th, 2025.

Exploration and adventure

Particularly noteworthy are the extensive excursion offers, which enable travelers to have an unforgettable experience. From boat trips in Disko Bay near Ilimanaq, where icebergs and whales can be spotted, to city tours and activities such as whale watching or glacier tours in Reykjavik - the range is diverse. Explorations of the impressive fjord landscape on Icelandic ponies and visits to well-known sights such as the Godafoss waterfall or the botanical gardens in Akureyri are also part of the offer.

In addition, AIDA cruises offer the opportunity to experience the North Atlantic region with its historically significant connections to the North Sea islands, Iceland and Greenland. It is not only a journey into breathtaking nature, but also a reminiscence of the Viking era.

AIDA's continually increasing innovative strength in the cruise industry clearly shows that interest in traveling to northern climes continues to grow. Early bookings are advisable to secure the best cabins and be part of these unforgettable and exciting trips.