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  Epic Spitsbergen - Explore the Norwegian Arctic

  DURATION : 6N, 7D
  Price : USD 5995*

  • Grade
  • Easy

  Experience the glories of the Arctic on this 7 day cruise. Retracing the steps of explorers from centuries past as we cruise through pack ice all the way up to 80° North along the western coast of Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Svalbard Archipelago. A thriving, thrilling and diverse ecosystem is found along this area despite the rocky mountains, icy glaciers and harsh conditions. These 7 days will allow you to explore as much as is possible of this vast, isolated terrain, hoping amongst others wildlife that you spot the wondering walrus with its long tusks and distinctive whiskers, the resilient and vibrant Arctic birds in all their soaring majesty and of course, that most iconic of Arctic Creatures - the Polar Bear.

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  • Starts : Oslo
  • Day 1 - Arrive in Oslo, Norway
  • Day 2 - Fly to Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Embark
  • Day 3 - Exploring Spitsbergen
  • Day 4 - Exploring Spitsbergen
  • Day 5 - Exploring Spitsbergen
  • Day 6 - Exploring Spitsbergen
  • Day 7 - Disembark in Longyearbyen and fly to Oslo
  • End : Longyearbyen

  Trip Notes

  Day 1 - Arrive in Oslo, Norway

  Your Arctic voyage begins in Oslo, Norway’s vibrant capital city. 

  Meals

  None

  Accomodation

  Day 2 - Fly to Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Embark

  Board your private charter flight to Longyearbyen, the world’s northernmost town. You will have some time to explore this unique town before embarkation.

  Meals

  Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

  Accomodation

  Day 3 - Exploring Spitsbergen

  Sail around the shores of this magical, majestic island, constantly searching for polar bears and other natural wonders.

  Meals

  Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

  Accomodation

  Ultramarine - Luxury

  Day 4 - Exploring Spitsbergen

  Witness the stunning sight of the magnificent Monaco Glacier, explore a walrus colony in addition to other landing sites where polar bears have been know to roam.  

  Meals

  Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

  Accomodation

  Ultramarine - Luxury

  Day 5 - Exploring Spitsbergen

  Visit the remains of an abandoned whaling settlement, learn about Spitsbergen's whaling history. 

  Meals

  Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

  Accomodation

  Ultramarine - Luxury

  Day 6 - Exploring Spitsbergen

  During your last full day on this Arctic adventure, you may visit the Russian mining town of Barentsburg, bear witness to towering cliffs teaming with nesting seabirds and possibly encounter Arctic reindeers.

  Meals

  Breakfast, Dinner, Lunch

  Accomodation

  Ultramarine - Luxury

  Day 7 - Disembark in Longyearbyen and fly to Oslo

  Bid farewell to the great Arctic. Upon disembarkation in Longyearbyen, we'll transfer you to the airport for your return group charter flight to Oslo. 

  Meals