Svalbard Small Ship Cruises

from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Spot minke whales
• See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
• Witness the Monaco Glacier

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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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.

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from $5,700

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North Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
• Sail Fuglefjorden’s polar haven
• Visit Raudfjord’s icy expanse
• Discover Trygghamna whaling relics

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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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.

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from $6,000

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North Spitsbergen Explorer – Into the Pack Ice – Polar Bear & Whale

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Explore Longyearbyen town
• Encounter Arctic wildlife
• Sail near Monaco Glacier and observ
• Spot polar bears & whales

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on a 10-day North Spitsbergen Expedition aboard the MV Plancius, sailing deep into the Arctic pack ice and remote northern Svalbard. Explore Longyearbyen, Raudfjord, and Monaco Glacier while watching for polar bears, walruses, whales, and seabirds in their natural Arctic habitat.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Into the pack ice - Polar Bear Special

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen, historic town
• Visit Raudfjord, expansive glaciers
• Discover Monaco Glacier, ice cliffs
• Visit Alkhornet, Arctic wildlife

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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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.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile landscapes, sea ice & wildlife - Summer Solstice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius

• Wander Longyearbyen charming street
• Visit Svalbard Museum exhibits
• Explore Raudfjord expansive glacier
• Sail Isfjorden scenic waters

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Set sail on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the MV Plancius, exploring northern Spitsbergen’s stunning landscapes, from vast sea ice to dramatic coastlines. Enjoy incredible wildlife sightings, including whales and polar bears, scenic landings, and coastal hikes.

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from $6,990

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Svalbard Adventure

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• 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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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic expedition cruise to Svalbard aboard the M/S Quest, where you explore icy landscapes and wildlife, including walruses and polar bears. Enjoy a night in Longyearbyen before a seven-night journey of stunning fjords and glaciers.

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from $6,490

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Springtime in Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Hike Alkhornet cliffs
• Visit Prins Karls Forland
• Walk Bellsund tundra
• Search Hornsund fjord ice

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Embark on a 9-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard in May, where you can witness the stunning landscapes and wildlife, including polar bears and walruses. Experience the vibrant awakening of spring in this pristine environment aboard the M/S Quest.

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from $9,290

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Expedition Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

• Explore Raudfjorden glaciers
• View Liefdefjorden Monaco ice
• Hike Edgeoya tundra
• View Hornsund fjords alpine peaks

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Variable

Join this 12-day Arctic expedition to Svalbard on the M/S Quest, where you can witness summer's arrival in late June and vibrant tundra blooms. As the sea ice thaws, explore remote areas and enjoy stunning sunsets and wildlife sightings in the pristine landscape.

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from $11,595

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Navigate Svalbard fjords
• Observe Arctic wildlife
• View calving glaciers
• Discover migratory birds

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Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Start in Helsinki before flying to Longyearbyen to board Ocean Explorer for an 11-day journey through Svalbard’s spring environments. Travel through fjords, sea ice, and coastal areas while observing Arctic wildlife, glaciers, and shifting light. Return to Helsinki after exploring a wide range of remote and seasonal landscapes.

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from $9,795

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Cruise Svalbard Fjords
• Spot Polar Bears
• Visit Hornsund Glacier
• Discover Helsinki's museums

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Helsinki / Helsinki

Activity Level

Variable

Experience an 11-day cruise from Helsinki, Finland to Svalbard aboard Ultramarine. Explore the pristine Arctic wilderness under the Midnight Sun, spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds, and marvel at glaciers, fjords, and snowcapped peaks. Enjoy scenic flights, expert guidance, and immersive exploration in the High Arctic.

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from $11,495

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Svalbard in Summer: Tundra, Whales and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise Arctic Fjords
• Spot Polar Bears
• Discover Seabird Cliffs
• Explore Hornsund Glacier

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Helsinki / Helsinki

Activities

Photography Seminars

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail from Helsinki on an 11-day cruise aboard Ocean Explorer to experience Svalbard’s summer landscapes. Navigate scenic fjords, watch for wildlife, explore Arctic shorelines, and take in the midnight sun before returning to Helsinki on a charter flight.

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from $10,695

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Svalbard in Spring: Sea Ice, Pristine Snow and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

• Cruise Svalbard Fjords
• Explore rugged Bellsund fjord
• Navigate pristine ice in Hornsund
• Spot majestic polar bears
• Photograph vast Raudfjorden mountai

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day Svalbard expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Navigate dynamic sea ice, explore glaciers, fjords, and snow-covered mountains. Observe polar bears, walruses, Arctic foxes, and seabird colonies while witnessing spring awakening in the High Arctic. Landings, ice walks, and guided exploration highlight this rare Arctic adventure.

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from $9,895

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Svalbard in Summer: Tundra, Whales and Wildlife

Helsinki Roundtrip - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

• Cruise Arctic Fjords
• Spot Polar Bears
• Discover Seabird Cliffs
• Explore Hornsund Glacier

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Helsinki / Helsinki

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Variable

Embark on an 11-day Arctic adventure from Helsinki, Finland to Svalbard aboard Ultramarine. Experience stunning fjords, towering glaciers, and thriving wildlife under the Midnight Sun. Discover seabird cliffs, walruses, and reindeer while exploring the pristine wilderness of Hornsund, Isfjorden, and Krossfjorden before returning to Helsinki.

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from $3,250

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A Taste of North Spitsbergen - Compact Arctic Adventure

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Explore Longyearbyen town
• Visit Ny Alesund settlement
• Reach the Arctic pack ice
• Spot walruses at Poolepynten

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Village Visits, Archaeological Site Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail aboard Ortelius on a 6-day Arctic cruise through Svalbard and North Spitsbergen. You explore Longyearbyen, Kongsfjorden, and the pack ice, visit Ny Alesund, and search for whales, walruses, and polar wildlife along remote fjords and coastlines.

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from $8,300

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Spitsbergen, Northeast Greenland & Scoresby Sund, Including Long Hikes

Longyearbyen- Akureyri - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• View the Northern Lights
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
• Watch whale and seabird migration
• Observe cathedral-like icebergs

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Longyearbyen / Akureyri

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Variable

Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland are two of the most beautiful places in the world, and this 14-day trip takes you there. A midnight view of the Aurora Borealis is included in the tour, which includes a visit to seals, seabirds, and polar bears aboard MV Ortelius.

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from $4,500

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North Spitsbergen Basecamp

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius

• Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
• Explore Longyearbyen’s town
• Cruise along Monaco Glacier
• Visit Ny Alesund’s research station

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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

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Scuba Diving

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Variable

Embark on an 8-day roundtrip cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius. Explore the Arctic wonders of North Spitsbergen on the Basecamp cruise. Hike, snowshoe, kayak, and capture the beauty of polar wildlife and landscapes.

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from $8,560

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Fjords and Glaciers of Spitsbergen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial

• Explore Longyearbyen landscapes
• See Ny-Alesund research settlement
• Ice floe exploration
• Discover Texas Bar hut

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Paris / Paris

Activities

Hiking, Kayaking

Activity Level

Variable

Explore Spitsbergen on an 8-day cruise through Arctic fjords, ice edges, trapper huts, glaciers, and scientific settlements. Visit Longyearbyen, Samarinvagen, Varsolbukta, Texas Bar, Liefdefjorden, Raudfjorden, and Ny Alesund. Step ashore at historic sites, and navigate icy waters by ship and zodiac.

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from $9,500

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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland, Fly & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 20 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn

• Visit Trygghamna historic sites
• Spot polar bears and seals
• Exlpore Teufelsschloss
• Cruise through Scoresbysund

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Longyearbyen / Constable Point

Activities

Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland on an 8-day Arctic cruise aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn. Start in Longyearbyen, explore historic sites, fjords, and wildlife, and end in Constable Pynt.

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