Explore the biggest fjord system in the world, encounter Arctic wildlife, and discover Jan Mayen, one of the most isolated islands on Earth. Visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the most isolated town in Greenland and the gateway to the world's largest and deepest multi-branched fjord system. Visits to Jan Mayen are extremely rare, especially by tourists, and attempt to land on this most exotic Arctic island. Pass the famous landmark of Torghatten along Norway's Helgeland coast.
Highlights
Admire Reykjavik's glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, and mountains
Visit Qupaulakajik and to find fossils over 200 million years old
Discover Jan Mayen, one of the world's most isolated places
Sail through narrow Raftsund and into the evennarrower Trollfjord
Involves minimal physical effort and is typically associated with leisurely activities. Activities are low-intensity or last less than a few hours each day.
Reykjavik is a vibrant city close to glaciers, waterfalls, geysers, and mountains. Explore Iceland's capital before boarding MS Spitsbergen in the afternoon.
Isafjordur is the largest town in the Westfjords. See fine examples of timber houses built by wealthy foreign traders in the 18th century. Choose optional excursions suited to every level of fitness.
Ittoqqortoormiit is the most isolated town in Greenland and the gateway to the world's largest and deepest multi-branched fjord system. Exploring the Scoresbysund fjord system, land where no humans have likely ever been before. At Viking Bay, you can visit a large glacier.
At Qupaulakajik, it is possible to find fossils over 200 million years old. The mountains here rise straight out of iceberg-strewn fjords to altitudes surpassing 8,200 feet. Look for polar bears wherever you see ice.
The Norwegian island of Jan Mayen is one of the world's most isolated places and home to the northernmost active volcano on Earth. Visits to Jan Mayen are extremely rare, especially by tourists, and attempt to land on this most exotic Arctic island.
Reaching the Norwegian mainland, sail through narrow Raftsund and into the even narrower Trollfjord. Spend the afternoon in Lofoten, known for excellent fishing and natural beauty.
Today pass the famous landmark of Torghatten along Norway's Helgeland coast. You get front row seats to view this mountain with a huge hole in the middle.
Gripholmen is an abandoned island fishing village settled in the 1400s. Once Norway's smallest municipality with a few hundred inhabitants, it is now a summer holiday retreat.
The harbor at Vaerlandet features picturesque wharfside buildings. At nearby Sorvaeret Nature Reserve, you can see seals, otters, porpoises, eagles, and deer.
Day 13: Bergen, Norway | Disembark
1 Breakfast
Your expedition ends in Bergen, where you can stroll the colorful streets and visit the UNESCO listed Bryggen district before flying home.
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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
Polar Inside - I
Most cabins have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa, some have a double bed or upper and lower berths, shower/wc
Polar Inside - K
Some cabins have a double bed, some have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa, shower/wc
Polar Outside - AJ
Upper and lower berths, shower/wc, limited/no view
Polar Outside - J
Some cabins have a double bed, some have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa, or upper or lower berths, shower/wc, limited/no view
Polar Outside - A
Upper and lower berths, shower/wc
Polar Outside - N
Some cabins have a double bed, some have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa, or upper or lower berths, shower/wc
Polar Outside - O
Some cabins have a double bed, some have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa, or upper or lower berths, shower/wc
Arctic Superior - P
Some cabins have a double bed, some have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa, kettle, coffee/tea, shower/wc
Arctic Superior - U
Some cabins have a double bed, some have 3 or 4 beds, some have a seating area, kettle, coffee/tea, TV, mini bar, shower/wc, limited/no view
Arctic Superior - QJ
Some cabins have a double bed, some have separate beds, where one can be turned into a sofa, kettle, coffee/tea, shower/wc
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
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
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 25%, 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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