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Get ready for the ultimate adventure with these 124 top Svalbard cruises for 2025 and 2026. Some of the most popular activities on our Svalbard trips include Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Kayaking, Adventure Options, and Hiking. Discover with your expert local English-speaking guides who will show you the hot spots and the off-the-beaten-path hidden gems. The region is also home to polar bears, reindeer, musk oxen, lemmings, Arctic foxes, and other arctic wildlife. We work with only the best Svalbard small ships that carry fewer than 500 lucky guests, and we can give you unbiased advice to match you with the perfect ship and perfect cruise for your next vacation. Our Svalbard cruises start from $2,750 for cruises of 7 to 30 days, best visited between July and September when it’s lighted 24 hours a day. Contact one of Adventure Life's Svalbard cruise experts.
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $16,795
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Oslo - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Join a 12-day expedition cruise on the Greg Mortimer to explore the breathtaking Arctic landscapes of Svalbard. Experience exhilarating polar bear encounters, observe wildlife like beluga whales and arctic foxes, and navigate stunning fjords and pack ice.
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Experience Camp Barentz
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Look out for birdlife
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $5,650
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Around Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day Arctic expedition from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Hondius, cruising Spitsbergen's west coast with stops at glacier-carved fjords, historic sites, and prime wildlife habitats teeming with polar bears, walruses, and Arctic birdlife. This unforgettable journey reaches the northernmost points near the North Pole, immersing you in stunning glacial and tundra landscapes.
  • Visit Longyearbyen’s historic charm
  • Explore Ny Alesund's settlement
  • Discover Arctic wilderness
  • Wander Hornsund’s iconic peaks
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $5,650
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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the Ortelius from Longyearbyen, exploring glaciers, fjords, and wildlife-rich areas like Monaco Glacier and Hinlopen Strait. Visit Ny Alesund, reach 80° north, and marvel at Spitsbergen's dramatic landscapes.
  • Explore Longyearbyen's landmarks
  • Sail Isfjorden's stunning waters
  • Visit Krossfjorden's glaciers
  • Spot wildlife at Seven Islands
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A mother bear and her two cubs
from $4,300
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the pack ice of northern Spitsbergen, offering abundant chances to spot whales, polar bears, seabirds, walruses, and a diverse array of Arctic wildlife.
  • Explore Longyearbyen, historic town
  • Visit Raudfjord, expansive glaciers
  • Discover Monaco Glacier, ice cliffs
  • Visit Alkhornet, Arctic wildlife
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Polar bear and cub
from $5,350
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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Village Visits
Activity Level
Variable
Set out on an 11-day expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, departing from Longyearbyen to explore remote North Spitsbergen. Discover historic whaling sites, pristine glaciers, and diverse Arctic birdlife like the Little Auk, and witness polar bears in their natural habitat.
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Sail Fuglefjorden’s polar haven
  • Visit Raudfjord’s icy expanse
  • Discover Trygghamna whaling relics
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
from $21,695
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Svalbard in Depth

Roundtrip Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Cruise to the island of Svalbard, which is known for its rugged, remote terrain of glaciers and frozen tundra sheltering polar bears, Svalbard reindeer, and Arctic foxes. Sylvia Earle explores Svalbard on a 15-day cruise.
  • Explore the town of Longyearbyen
  • Seek out Arctic wildlife
  • Visit Camp Barentz
  • Discover Svalbard's fjords
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Zodiac boats bring you closer to the majestic Arctic landscape
from $10,495
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore the stunning landscapes and wildlife of Svalbard. Encounter polar bears, visit remote islands, and create unforgettable memories on this Arctic adventure.
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Enjoy Spitsbergen’s landscapes
  • Witness polar bears in the Arctic
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Spitsbergen zodiac
from $5,650
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. On this expedition, cruise around Spitsbergen’s icy North Atlantic waters, offering chances to see whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and polar bears.
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Visit Krossfjorden’s glaciers
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s settlement
  • Spot wildlife in Bellsund
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $5,650
Up to 40%
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the MV Plancius. Sail through Spitsbergen's icy North Atlantic, with opportunities to spot whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, walruses, seals, and the magnificent polar bear.
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research hub
  • Sail Monaco Glacier’s icy expanse
  • Witness Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs
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Colorful homes in Greenland
from $4,300
Up to 40%
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day North Spitsbergen cruise aboard MV Hondius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring its historic charms before setting sail. Encounter majestic glaciers in Raudfjord, spot polar bears in Hinlopen, and reach the northernmost Seven Islands.
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Spot minke whales
  • See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
  • Witness the Monaco Glacier
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Ski the Arctic.
from $3,700
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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Skiing
Activity Level
Variable
Set sail on an 8-day Arctic expedition aboard the sailing vessel Rembrandt van Rijn. Explore Western Spitsbergen and have multiple opportunities to ski in the alpine terrain of the Arctic.
  • Watch for polar bears and walrus
  • Visit Kongsfjorden and Isfjord
  • Ski the snowy Arctic terrain
  • Enjoy zodiac cruising and hiking
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Hiking in Spitsbergen
from $12,295
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Spitsbergen: Realm of the Ice Bear

Roundtrip Oslo - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on an 8-day expedition aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover the thrill of seeing walruses, seals, whales, reindeer, arctic foxes, guillemots, and puffins. Cruise past blue glacier fronts and picturesque fjords, and relish tundra hikes in breathtaking landscapes.
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Discover Svalbard’s tundra
  • Wander Longyearbyen’s town
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
EBD 15
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen and exploring the stunning landscapes of Northwest Spitsbergen National Park and Kvitoya, home to polar bears. Experience the wildlife of Isfjorden, witness the impressive ice cliffs of Austfonna, and conclude your adventure along Spitsbergen’s west coast.
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Sail through Isfjorden
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Marvel at Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs
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Zodiac boats bring you closer to the majestic Arctic landscape
from $10,595
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Historical Expedition Cruise "In the Footsteps of Aviation Pioneers"

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise aboard MV Sea Spirit, tracing the historic routes of legendary explorers while navigating Svalbard’s breathtaking fjords, vast glaciers, and wildlife-rich tundra. From Longyearbyen to remote icy frontiers like Kvitoya and Alkefjellet, witness polar bears, belugas, and seabird colonies.
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s history
  • Visit remote Ny Alesund
  • Navigate icy Kvitoya
  • Search for polar bears
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Franz Josef Land scenery
from $10,195
EBD 15
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Photography Seminars, Kayaking, Adventure Options, Hiking
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Experience midnight sun’s glow
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A sow and her cubs
from $8,895
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day expedition to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit to explore Svalbard's stunning Arctic landscape. Experience the Midnight Sun, encounter wildlife like polar bears, and enjoy breathtaking fjords and glaciers while visiting historic sites.
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Visit Ny Alesund's historic base
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Take a zodiac tour to see polar bears.
from $7,495
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West Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Sea Spirit. Explore icy fjords, encounter diverse wildlife, and experience the magic of the Arctic landscape under the midnight sun.
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s charm
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research hub
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
  • Encounter Arctic wildlife
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from $6,590
EBD $500
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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
Activity Level
Variable
Start your adventure by exploring the High Arctic capital of Longyearbyen before cruising Svalbard for seven days. Depending on weather and ice conditions, potential landing sites include Prins Karls Forland, Danskøya, Hornsund, and numerous fantastic fjords. View charismatic Arctic wildlife and large numbers of nesting seabirds.
  • Tour and explore by Zodiac craft
  • See countless spectacular fjords
  • View large numbers of seabirds
  • Search for polar bears and seals
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