Follow in the footsteps of early explorers with a small group of intrepid learners, adventurers, writers, scientists, researchers, and educators. Board the 50 Years of Victory in Helsinki, Finland, for a once in a lifetime voyage sharing the perspectives on today´s environmental challenges. Add excitement to your journey with helicopter excursions and an optional hot air balloon ride at 90º N.
Highlights
Engage as a global citizen and create change through discovery
Crush through ice pack and reach the most northern point on earth
Enjoy wildlife encounters including polar bears and walrus
Observe the spectacular landscapes of the North Pole from a helicopter
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Watching your expedition ship crush through the Arctic ice pack is a sight you won't soon forget, made even more memorable by taking a helicopter flight for a thrilling aerial view of the ship and expansive Arctic Ocean.
You can expect the days, and hours, to present variable sailing conditions this far north. The crossing from Murmansk to the North Pole can take anywhere from 5 to 8 days. This means you have plenty of time to get to know your shipmates, stare out at the horizon, or be treated to lectures and discussions by your Expedition Team while looking out for birdlife. There are also many wonderful amenities on board, such as the ship’s lap pool or basketball court.
All the anticipation of the prior days reaches a climax as you reach the North Pole! Many travelers find themselves overcome with emotion, while others are in a festive and celebratory mood. Take photos, wave a flag, enjoy your moment! Later, everyone enjoys a champagne toast and a BBQ on the ice. If the opportunity allows, you have the option of taking a polar plunge into the icy waters around the North Pole. *Add an exclamation to your success by rising high in a hot air balloon to commemorate this great moment (weather dependant).
Now you can sit back and relax, everything from here on out is a bonus! Expect more great memories - as you head further south, you may get lucky and spot polar bears hunting for seals.
This group of 191 islands forms the most northerly archipelago in Eurasia, and lies entirely within the Arctic Circle. Here you can explore Cape Flora, and discover historic remains from three ill-fated Arctic expeditions. When conditions permit, join Zodiac trips beneath towering cliffs to explore remote seabird rookeries. Onboard helicopters again provide aerial sightseeing and Zodiacs transfer you to seldom-visited landing sites.
Enjoy your time on deck or reminisce with your shipmates and new friends as you cross the Arctic Ocean back to Murmansk. Expedition staff is on hand to answer any remaining questions and point out wildlife during the return journey.
Day 13: Murmansk, Russia | Disembark | Helsinki, Finland
1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner
Returning to Russia's most northerly city, it is time to bid farewell to your ship, 50 years of Victory. Transfer to the airport for your charter flight to Helsinki, Finland, to enjoy one final night with your newfound friends.
Day 14: Helsinki, Finland
1 Breakfast
After breakfast, your official Arctic journey comes to an end. You are encouraged to spend some extra time exploring Helsinki, Tallinn (the capital of Estonia), and St. Petersburg prior to your continued journey home.
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Standard Twin
One lower berth, one sofa bed, private facilities with a shower, TV set and DVD player, opening windows. (151 FT²)
Bed size - 78in x 32in
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Mini-Suite
Sitting area with sofa bed, sleeping bed separated from the sitting area, private facilities with a shower, TV set and DVD player, refrigerator, opening windows. (237 FT²)
Bed size – 78in x 32in to 35in
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Suite
Bedroom with sitting area and sofa bed, Private bathroom with bathtub or shower, refrigerator, TV, DVD player, coffeemaker, exterior window opens. (280 FT²)
Bed size - 78in x 39in
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Victory Suite
Spacious bedroom with single bed and sitting room with sofa bed, private bathroom with shower, refrigerator, TV, DVD player, coffeemaker, exterior window opens. (301 FT²)
Bed size – 78in x 48in
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Arktika Suite
Spacious bedroom with single bed and sitting room with sofa bed, private bathroom with shower, refrigerator, TV, DVD player, coffeemaker, exterior window opens. (355 FT²)
Bed size – 78in x 32in to 39in
Notes
Single Travelers: OPTIONAL single supplement of 70% for Standard Twins. There is no single supplement for travelers willing to share.
Mandatory medical insurance: Travelers should have a minimum US$50,000 (or equivalent) of emergency medical coverage prior to embarkation. It is recommended that you and all members of your party have comprehensive travel insurance covering trip cancellation, trip delay (interruption or after departure coverage), baggage, and repatriation.
Initial deposit is 20% of cruise fare (minimum $1000) plus the cost of kayaking (if applicable), and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 130 days prior to departure by Bank Transfer, Check, Money Order, or Credit Card
Kate was great to work with in the planning stage. She was prompt, helpful, and efficient. Our tour guide, Edwin, was knowledgeable and passionate. We were very happy to have traveled with Adventure Life, it made the trip easy and a true pleasure. We could concentrate on enjoying the experience rather than the details of travel.
Lisa Bridge
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1 day ago
The response from Adventure Life to my first inquiry was prompt and promising. I worked with Jamie Broeckel, Trip Planner, via text, email, and phone calls- always extremely responsive and thorough with information and explaining the process to arrange a private tour for me to Malaysia Borneo. Within about week, the booking was complete and I made decisions because of Jamie's great customer service , friendly manner, and overall competence on behalf of the company's travel expertise. Now I have an itinerary, additional Trip Planner Assistants, several links for vital information for traveling to Maylasia, etc. Still many details for Sept. trip, but now the heavy lifting is done and I can enjoy the rest of the anticipation and research!! Thanks Jamie- you are amazing!!!!
Susan Campo
3 days ago
The trip was not only memorable for the amount of animals we saw but also for the people and accommodations at the two camps where we stayed. Our first guide, BK, was a wealth of information about the animals, landscape and down to the plants and what they were used for. Everyday out was a learning experience with him. All the people at the camps were gracious and the food was excellent.
Our second camp in the Okavanga was just as good as the first as far as the staff, accommodations, food and animals. After our experience at the first camp we amazed that the high quality remained the same. Our guide, G, made sure we were able to enjoy every experience including a rush through the bush to witness a cheetah and an ensuing hunt that he heard over his radio.
In both camps there were enough guides out that if they saw something the other guides were informed which helped in seeing as much as possible. It was also nice that the concessions were large enough that we did not have vehicles following each other throughout the day.
Normally there is always something in a trip of this length that we think could be improved upon but this is the rare case where we cannot think of anything. From the time we left the States to when we returned it was one of the most hassle free vacations we took.
Perhaps emphasizing the use of the laundry facilities at the camps would be useful because of the luggage restrictions would be the only thing I can think of as an improvement to future clients.
Kenneth Dropek
4 days ago
Mary was so pleasant and professional. She made sure all of our questions were answered.
