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Embark on a journey to the remote and enchanting Ny-Ålesund, where the majestic creatures of the deep blue sea beckon. Our 24 distinctive whale-watching tours for 2025-2026 offer an unparalleled opportunity to witness the awe-inspiring beauty of whales in their natural Arctic habitat. Over the course of 8 to 17 days, you will venture into the heart of Svalbard's pristine wilderness, navigating through ice-clad fjords and past towering glaciers, all while keeping an eye out for the elusive polar bear and a myriad of seabirds. With a starting point of $4,000, these small ship cruises are designed to provide intimate and respectful encounters with the gentle giants of the ocean. To experience the thrill of Arctic whale watching and create memories that will last a lifetime, contact one of Adventure Life's Svalbard specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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    • Ny Alesund
Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $6,000
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • 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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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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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.
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A zodiac landing on remote shores
from $6,000
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Around Spitsbergen, In the Realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Discover Longyearbyen's history
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
  • Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
  • Explore Bell Sund’s rich history
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius, exploring Spitsbergen's stunning landscapes and wildlife. Highlights include Ny Alesund, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the remote Seven Islands.
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Spitsbergen zodiac
from $6,000
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Around Spitsbergen, In the realm of Polar Bear & Ice

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore Longyearbyen historic sites
  • Visit Krossfjorden’s glaciers
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s settlement
  • Spot wildlife in Bellsund
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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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.
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It's a beautiful day in the Arctic
from $6,000
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Around Spitsbergen incl. Nordaustlandet

Longyearbyen roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Discover Longyearbyen's history
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s remote research
  • Spot wildlife in Storfjorden
  • Explore Bell Sund’s rich history
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on a 10-day cruise from Longyearbyen aboard the Ortelius to explore glaciers, wildlife, and remote settlements. Highlights include Ny Alesund, the Monaco Glacier, and the rugged landscapes of Bell Sund.
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Franz Josef Land scenery
from $10,195
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Best of Svalbard

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Svalbard Museum exhibits
  • Stroll charming Longyearbyen town
  • Sail scenic fjords near Isfjorden
  • Experience midnight sun’s glow
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Photography Seminars, Hiking
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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.
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from $6,990
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Svalbard Adventure

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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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.
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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $9,395
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West Svalbard & Polar Ice Edge

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s center
  • Admire Isfjorden’s Arctic views
  • Visit Hornsund’s glacial fjords
  • Tour Ny Alesund’s research outpost
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join an 11-day Arctic expedition cruise on the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen with a hotel stay and exploration. Encounter stunning landscapes, wildlife like polar bears and walruses, and enjoy guided excursions before returning to Longyearbyen for disembarkation.
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Visit the colorful town of Longyearbyen in the far north
from $18,875
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Svalbard Summer Micro Cruise

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard MV Vikingfjord
  • Search icy polar habitats
  • See Austfonna ice cap
  • Observe Alkefjellet bird cliff
  • Visit Ny-Ålesund station
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Small Ship Sailing, Archaeological Site Visits
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Variable
Explore Svalbard on a 10-day cruise aboard MV Vikingfjord, sailing roundtrip from Longyearbyen. Visit walrus colonies at Poolepynten, glaciers like Bråsvellbreen and Kronebreen, bird cliffs at Alkefjellet, and historical sites such as Sallyhamna and Hamburgbukta. Search for polar bears and wildlife along the ice edge.
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Whale sighting in Polar waters!
from $44,720
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Total Solar Eclipse in The Far North

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Le Lyrial
  • Explore Spitsbergen
  • Visit Ny-Alesund
  • Discover Jan Mayen
  • Explore Ittoqqortoormiit
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Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
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Urban Exploration
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Embark on a 14-day expedition from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the Le Lyrial, exploring glaciers, wildlife, and isolated Jan Mayen Island. Visit the Inuit community in Ittoqqortoormiit, traverse Scoresby Sound's fjords, and conclude in Iceland's legendary landscapes from Isafjordur to Westfjords.
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A towering iceberg
from $4,000
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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Hike & Sail

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Discover Longyearbyen’s history
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Hike Alkhorne
  • Explore historic Ny Ålesund
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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Embark on an 8-day adventure aboard Rembrandt van Rijn through Svalbard’s Arctic wilderness. Visit remote settlements, observe wildlife, and explore the region’s history and culture.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Enjoy Spitsbergen’s landscapes
  • Witness polar bears in the Arctic
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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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.
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Landscape with red fisherman houses on Lofoten islands, Norway
from $10,720
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Sublime Svalbard—From Hamburg via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Hamburg - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Hamburg’s UNESCO warehouses
  • Stroll Esbjerg’s compact center
  • Hike rugged Lofoten terrain
  • Explore Spitsbergen’s fjords
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Hamburg / Longyearbyen
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Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Village Visits
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Variable
Set off on a 14-day Arctic expedition cruise from Hamburg to Svalbard, featuring cultural stops in Denmark and Norway. Explore stunning fjords, the Arctic Circle, and Spitsbergen, where you might spot polar bears before disembarking in Longyearbyen.
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A mother polar bear and her young relax on the Arctic landscape
from $11,995
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In-Depth Exploration in the Land of the Polar Bear

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s Arctic charm
  • Sail through Isfjorden
  • Discover Kvitoya’s icy wilderness
  • Marvel at Alkefjellet’s bird cliffs
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
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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.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $4,500
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North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice

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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View of Longyearbyen
from $25,762
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Arctic Island Odyssey—Svalbard, Greenland and Iceland

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s wilderness
  • Navigate Scoresby Sund high cliffs
  • Discover Ny Alesund’s research base
  • Sail the Denmark Strait
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Citizen Science
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Variable
Embark on a 15-day Arctic expedition cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the MS Fram, exploring Ny Alesund and Northeast Greenland National Park. Enjoy small boat excursions, wildlife sightings, and learn through lectures while visiting remote communities and stunning fjords.
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
from $15,695
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Arctic Odyssey

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Explore Reykjavik
  • Marvel at East Greenland
  • Explore Svalbard
  • Discover West Fjords of Iceland
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Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Join this 14-day cruise on the MV Sea Spirit from Reykjavik, experiencing vibrant culture and Icelandic cuisine. Sail through Faxafloi, spotting whales, then explore remote West Fjords, East Greenland, and Svalbard, ending in Longyearbyen.
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Drying stockfish on Lofoten, Norway
from $12,137
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Sublime Svalbard—From Dover via Norway’s Springtime Fjords

Dover - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MS Fram
  • Explore Harlingen’s canals
  • Visit Heligoland’s red cliffs
  • Experience Lofoten’s coastline
  • Walk Dover’s cliffs coastal views
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Dover / Longyearbyen
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Variable
Embark on an Arctic expedition from Dover on MS Fram, exploring the Netherlands, and Norway while discovering historic sites, stunning landscapes, and wildlife. Conclude in Longyearbyen, gaining insights into Arctic nature and the chance to see polar bears.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $10,499
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Svalbard & Greenland Explorer

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Ny-Alesund
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Discover Reykjavik
  • Explore historic Longyearbyen
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Oslo / Reykjavik
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Variable
Set sail on a 12-day cruise from Longyearbyen to Reykjavik aboard the World Voyager, exploring Greenland's glaciers, Arctic wildlife, Ny-Alesund's history, and Iceland's rugged beauty.
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