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Sail to 80º North as you look for polar bears under the midnight sun and experience the entire coast of Spitsbergen, the biggest island of the Svalbard archipelago. Start the expedition in Oslo, spend the day seeing museums, enjoying parks, and viewing architecture. Visit the former mining settlement of Ny-Alesund, and aim to see the enormous Monaco Glacier at Liefdefjord. Explore the Sorgfjord, which borders the North East Svalbard Nature Reserves.
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Highlights
  • Visit Kongsfjord, one of the most beautiful fjords regions in Spitsbergen
  • Discover Eastern Svalbard, home to the highest population of polar bears
  • Enjoy the view as you pass the spectacular bird cliffs of Alkefjellet
  • Delight yourself with the beautiful Arctic surroundings
Activity Level: Relaxed
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
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Day 1: Oslo| Fly to Longyearbyen

  • 1 Dinner
Start the expedition in Oslo, spend the day seeing museums, enjoying parks, and viewing architecture. Depart on an evening flight to Longyearbyen.

Day 2: Longyearbyen | Embark

After an overnight hotel stay, explore this unique little Arctic town and surrounding area. Longyearbyen is often called an antidote to modern-day life and is a prime destination for adventure travelers. Board MS Spitsbergen.

Day 3-5: North West Spitsbergen National Park

Sail into the Kongsfjord, considered one of the most beautiful fjord regions in Spitsbergen. See mighty glaciers calving icebergs into the sea, framed by stunning mountain formations. Sailing northwest, reach Mitrahalvoya. Visit the former mining settlement of Ny-Alesund, and aim to see the enormous Monaco Glacier at Liefdefjord.

Day 6-9: Eastern Svalbard Nature Reserves and South Spitsbergen National Park

Eastern Svalbard boasts the highest population of polar bears on the archipelago! Today explore the Sorgfjord, which borders the North East Svalbard Nature Reserves. Enjoy the view as you pass the spectacular bird cliffs of Alkefjellet. Land on the island of Kvitoya, where relics of the failed Andree hot-air balloon expedition were found. Also aim to see Edgeoya, Kapp Lee, and Rossoya, fewer than 620 miles from the North Pole. Meet some of Svalbard's marine mammals as you head toward South Cape Land. The Storfjord is mainly frozen in winter, making it a perfect polar bear habitat. Ice floes early in the season attract the bears to hunt on drift ice.

Day 10-11: The Fjords of Southwest Spitsbergen

Isfjord is the most prominent fjord system in Svalbard and you explore it extensively. The landscape of the inner Isfjord changes constantly. Immense U-shaped valleys, carved out of the mountains by the giant glaciers that covered the area some 10,000 years ago, are home to large populations of Svalbard reindeer. Later, you might host a farewell barbecue in beautiful Arctic surroundings.

Day 12: Longyearbyen | Disembark | Fly to Oslo

  • 1 Breakfast
Every great exploration voyage must end. Remember the calving glaciers and buzzing birdlife, or simply the subtle, elated feeling of having been on top of the world. An early morning transfer takes you to the airport for your flight back to Oslo.

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Two rooms with a double bed, seating area, dining table, TV, mini bar, kettle, coffee/tea, stereo, shower, w/c, private balcony
Included
  • 11 Breakfasts, 10 Lunches, 11 Dinners
  • 11 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Gratuities
  • Complimentary Reusable Water Bottle 
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with very limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
  • Loan of Boots, Trekking Poles, & All Equipment for Activities
  • Use of the Ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
  • In-depth lectures and discussions hosted by experts on the Expedition Team
  • Citizen Science Program where you can assist with ongoing scientific research
  • Professional onboard photographer gives tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
  • Escorted landings with small expedition boats
Excluded
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Luggage Handling 
  • Mandatory medical evacuation insurance
  • Optional shore excursions with local partners
  • Optional small-group activities with the Expedition Team

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