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Svalbard Adventure

Example 8 Day Cruise aboard MV Villa
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Expedition mode begins as soon as you depart Longyearbyen – your Expedition Leader and Captain determine the route based on wildlife, weather, and ice conditions. Places to visit include Adventfjorden, Northwest Corner, Hinlopen Strait, Liefdefjorden, 
Kongsfjorden and Isfjorden. MS Villa is an excellent platform for photographing the stunning scenery as you sail towards the pack ice, searching for seabirds, seals, whales, and, of course, the King of the Arctic… the polar bear.
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Highlights
  • Sail through the northwest corner of Spitsbergen and explore with Zodiacs
  • Search for wildlife and find that perfect spot for a polar plunge! 
  • Explore deep into the fjord of love and might reach the mighty Monaco glacier
  • Hike across some of the historic sites of Svalbard
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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: Longyearbyen | Embark

Embark MS Villa in Longyearbyen and meet your expedition team and crew at the dock. After you are settled in your cabin, we will conduct the mandatory safety briefing before your adventure begin!

Day 2-7: Explore Svalbard

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  • 6 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 6 Dinners
Be in full expedition mode, exploring the archipelago and taking advantage of all that Svalbard has to offer. Weather and ice conditions will determine the route and your Expedition Leader will keep you updated on the plan throughout your days onboard. On the final day, return to Longyearbyen to celebrate our shared adventures and dock for the night. 

Below is an example of what an expedition can look like. 
 
Adventfjorden: As we leave Longyearbyen we will travel through Isfjorden and explore a side fjord before sailing north during the night. 

Northwest Corner: Sail through the northwest corner of Spitsbergen and explore with Zodiacs and landings. 

Explore the Pack Ice: Search for wildlife and find that perfect spot for a polar plunge! 

Hinlopen Strait: The strait that separate east from west of the Svalbard archipelago offers an abundance of hikes, bird cliffs, and spectacular scenery. 

Liefdefjorden: We will explore deep into the fjord of love and might reach the mighty Monaco glacier. 

Kongsfjorden: Hiking, glacier cruising, wildlife watching or visiting some of the historic sites of Svalbard are all possibilities here. 

Isfjorden: Explore the fjord delta throughout the day and arrive into Longyearbyen in the evening. 

Day 8: Longyearbyen | Disembark

  • 1 Breakfast
Enjoy a final breakfast together as we arrive to Longyearbyen, our final destination where we bid you farewell for disembarkation.  

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Included
  • 7 Breakfasts, 6 Lunches, 7 Dinners
  • 7 Nights Accommodations
  • Accommodations as listed
  • Ground transportation as listed
  • Activities as listed
  • Meals as listed
  • Access to a 24-7 Emergency line while traveling
  • Welcome cocktail; wine with the farewell dinner
  • Professional guides with lectures and hands-on, in-field tutorials
  • Expedition activities (Zodiac cruises, shore landings, hikes)
  • Daily cabin housekeeping and turn-down service
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  • Gratuities
  • Travel Insurance
  • Personal Expenses
  • Flight costs (please request a quote)
  • Additional excursions during free time
  • Fuel and transportation surcharges (when applicable)
  • Alcoholic Drinks
  • Taxes, levies, insurance, VISA fee, immigration duties or other travel services (where applicable)

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Our guide and driver were very good with their knowledge and were very helpful with our questions. It was a very pleasant visit that would have been impossible to do on our own. Hotels and restaurants were fantastic. The special places we got to go to, like the kitchens, were great. Enjoyed the entire trip!
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