Explore Svalbard, Bjørnøya, North Cape, and Tromsø, and scan for polar bears under the midnight sun on a voyage that follows the path of the very first explorer journeys, dating back to 1896. Cross the Arctic Ocean and set course for Norway's mainland. About 3,000 polar bears live on the Svalbard archipelago, probably the largest concentration on Earth! Observe these magnificent marine mammals from the ship as they make their way through the terrain resting on drift ice or swimming in the sea.
Highlights
Enjoy spectacular wildlife encounters
Admire the globe sculpture on the North Cape
Explore the famous Monaco Glacier and its stunning nature
Visit Ny-Alesund, one of just four permanent settlements on Svalbard
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Tromso is the gateway to the Arctic, and this is where your expedition starts. When polar explorer Roald Amundsen recruited crew for his famous expeditions more than 100 years ago, he went to Tromso. The city is still the gateway to the Artic and a natural starting point for expeditions heading north.
Sail early in the morning toward the spectacular North Cape cliffs. At Hornvika, drop off hikers before continuing to Skarsvog, a small village along the northern coast of the island of Mageroya. Join an optional excursion to the North Cape and see what its like to stand at the end of the Earth.
Cross the Arctic Ocean and set course for Norway's mainland, arrive at Bjornoya, the southernmost island in the Svalbard archipelago. This isolated outpost hosts one of the largest concentration of seabirds in the Northern Hemisphere. If conditions allow, land on Bjornoya.
Sailing north, focus on the ice edge and attempt to enter fjords where landlocked ice is expected. About 3,000 polar bears live on the Svalbard archipelago, probably the largest concentration on Earth. Observe these magnificent marine mammals from the ship as they make their way through the terrain resting on drift ice or swimming in the sea. See the Monaco Glacier, and there may be an opportunity to try glacier traversing. Exceptional experiences await you on the ice, as 60% of Svalbard is covered by glaciers.
Sailing into the Kongsfjord, encounter the town of Ny-Alesund, one of just four permanent settlements on Svalbard. Ny-Alesund was the starting point for many North Pole expeditions and today, many countries run national research stations here.
Day 9: Longyearbyen | Disembark | Fly to Oslo
1 Breakfast
As the ship sails out the Isfjord, view huge U-shaped valleys carved out of the mountains by giant glaciers that covered the area some 10,000 years ago. Disembark and catch your flight to Oslo.
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Polar Inside - B
Outside cabin, 193 sq ft. With limited/ no view, queen bed, kettle, TV, bathroom with shower. Accessible to guests with limited mobility
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Polar Inside - I
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Polar Outside - J
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Polar Outside - A
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Polar Outside - N
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Polar Outside - O
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Arctic Superior - P
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Arctic Superior - U
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Arctic Superior - QJ
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Expedition Suite - Q
One room with a double bed, some with seating area, some with 3-4 beds that can be upper beds, TV, mini bar, kettle, coffee/tea, shower/wc, view
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Expedition Suite - MG
One or two rooms with seating area, double bed, TV, stereo, mini bar, kettle, tea/coffee, shower/wc, some with bathtub, most with private balcony or bay window
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Expedition Suite - MX
Two rooms with a double bed, seating area, dining table, TV, mini bar, kettle, coffee/tea, stereo, shower, w/c, private balcony
Initial deposit is 20%, and most travelers will call our office and pay the deposit with a credit card.
Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure by bank transfer, check or credit card. All final payments by credit card may be subject to a surcharge and maximum of $20,000 charge
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