Top Spitsbergen Tours & Cruises in 2025

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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Plunge deep into the Arctic on this 10-day polar expedition cruise aboard the luxurious National Geographic Endurance to experience wildlife like polar bears, walrus, reindeer, and other unique creatures of the ice. This tour offers chances to hike and kayak among pristine nature, perfect for photography and wildlife buffs alike.

• View polar bears on the pack ice
• Observe walruses and other wildlife
• Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
• Enjoy incredible photos ops

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from $12,599

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Scenic Svalbard

Roundtrip Edinburgh - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture

Starts / Ends

Edinburgh / Edinburgh

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, exploring iconic Scottish landmarks before flying to the Arctic wilderness. Cruise through dramatic fjords, witness wildlife like polar bears and experience thrilling Zodiac and kayak excursions among Svalbard’s icy landscapes.

• Visit Edinburgh Castle’s hilltop
• Discover Svalbard’s fjords
• Explore Longyearbyen’s icy waters
• Witness Svalbard’s wildlife

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from $8,099

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Wilds of the High Arctic

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 10-day enchanting Arctic cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard World Voyager. Experience the captivating history of the region and encounter abundant wildlife, including puffins and polar bears.

• Explore the charming Longyearbyen
• Enjoy wildlife viewing
• Visit the Svalbard museum
• Sail to Ossian Sars Nature Reserve

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from $6,590

EBD $500

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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest

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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.

• 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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from $9,090

EBD $500

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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien

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Explore Svalbard, the Arctic island that has captivated explorers for centuries, on this 8-day voyage aboard the M/S Sjoveien. Spot unique Arctic wildlife and enjoy Svalbard's icy springtime beauty with daily landings on sturdy Zodiac crafts.

• Cruise Arctic fjords and islands
• Embark on daily Zodiac cruises
• Explore Longyearbyen
• See remains of Arctic exploration

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from $9,590

EBD $500

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Svalbard Adventure

9 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm

Activity Level

Variable

This unique cruise includes one night in a hotel in Longyearbyen and seven nights on board the charming Stockholm exploring Svalbard’s magical coastlines in search of walruses, whales, arctic foxes, and polar bears.

• Explore Longyearbyen
• Take daily Zodiac cruises
• Search for Arctic wildlife
• Explore grand icy landscapes

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from $7,500

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19 Days Extensive Arctic Ocean - North Spitsbergen Explorer

Vlissingen to Longyearbyen - 19 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Vlissingen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Board the MV Hondius in Vlissingen for a 19-day Arctic Ocean adventure to North Spitsbergen, with sightings of dolphins, orcas, and minke whales. Visit Raudfjord, Monaco Glacier, Hinlopen Strait, and the Seven Islands, encountering seals, seabirds, and polar bears.

• Explore North Sea Wildlife
• Seabirds at Fowlsheugh
• Visit Ythan Estuary Seals
• Arctic bird expedition
• Explore Granite City
• Sail through Fair Isle

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from $10,095

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Arctic Odyssey

Longyearbyen - Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 14-day expedition aboard the Sea Spirit, starting in Longyearbyen with visits to the Svalbard Museum and stunning landscapes. Explore Svalbard's wildlife, sail to East Greenland's fjords, visit an Inuit village, and experience Iceland's dramatic Westfjords before concluding in Reykjavik.

• Explore Longyearbyen’s scenery
• Spot polar bears in Svalbard
• Admire Iceland’s vast Westfjords
• Discover the Svalbard Archipelago

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from $10,795

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Ultimate Arctic Voyage: From Svalbard to Jan Mayen to Iceland

13 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on a 13-day expedition cruise from Helsinki to Reykjavik aboard the Ultramarine, visiting Spitsbergen and Jan Mayen. Encounter diverse wildlife, towering icebergs, and experience Icelandic culture under the midnight sun in Reykjavik.

• Explore Helsinki
• Discover Spitsbergen
• Experience Greenland Sea
• Explore Jan Mayen

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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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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

Activities

Photography Seminars

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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from $4,695

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Svalbard - Last Stop before the North Pole

8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the Ocean Albatros. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Svalbard on this Arctic adventure cruise, encountering whales, walruses, polar bears, and countless sea birds.

• Discover Northwest Spitzbergen
• Experience Northeast Svalbard
• Journey to North Svalbard
• Explore Longyearbyen

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from $4,350

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17 Days Extensive Arctic Ocean - North Spitsbergen Explorer

Aberdeen - Longyearbyen - 17 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius

Starts / Ends

Aberdeen / Longyearbyen

Activities

Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing, Kayaking, Adventure Options, Small Ship Sailing

Activity Level

Variable

Sail from Aberdeen to Spitsbergen via Jan Mayen on a 17-day Arctic adventure aboard MV Hondius, exploring remote islands, glaciers, and wildlife-filled waters. Visit Fair Isle, Jan Mayen’s volcanic landscapes, and Spitsbergen’s icy fjords while spotting whales, polar bears, and walruses under the midnight sun.

• Visit seabird-rich Fair Isle
• Discover Jan Mayen’s volcano
• Sail Arctic ice, spot wildlife
• See massive Arctic glaciers

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from $18,295

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Three Arctic Islands: Iceland, Greenland and Spitsbergen

Helsinki to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Explorer

Starts / Ends

Helsinki / Reykjavik

Activities

Hiking

Activity Level

Variable

Check Iceland, Greenland, and Spitsbergen off your bucket list as you explore these three regions on this 15-day expedition aboard Ocean Explorer. Visit and discover the towering cliffs, wildlife, and massive glaciers of these stunning regions!

• Immerse in the icy realm of Arctic
• Marvel at the glaciers and wildlife
• Hike the tundra and explore
• Cruise in a Zodiac to explore
• Take the Polar Plunge

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from $4,595

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Highlights of Svalbard

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen

Activity Level

Variable

Set sail on a 7-day Arctic cruise aboard the Ocean Albatros and visit historic settlements, witness wildlife like polar bears and walrus, and sail through icy fjords and remote islands of Svalbard. Discover stunning glaciers, and bird colonies, and experience the isolated beauty of one of the northernmost regions on Earth.

• Cruise Northeast Svalbard’s glacier
• See Polar desert and icy landscapes
• Discover historic Smeerenburg ruins
• Spot polar bears on the ice

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from $15,880

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The Wild Arctic: Cruise from Svalbard to Iceland

Longyearbyen to Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega

Starts / Ends

Longyearbyen / Reykjavik

Activities

Village Visits

Activity Level

Variable

Sail through the Arctic on a 15-day aboard SH Vega. Explore icy fjords, spot polar bears, and visit remote settlements like Ittoqqortoormiit. Travel aboard ship with expert guides, wildlife viewing, and immersive excursions.

• Explore Svalbard’s icy fjords
• Sail past Beerenberg volcano
• Discover Scoresbysund fjords
• Encounter Arctic wildlife

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from $19,695

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Jewels of the Arctic

Oslo - Reykjavik - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Reykjavik

Activity Level

Variable

Join a 15-day expedition cruise aboard the Greg Mortimer from Oslo to Reykjavik. Explore Svalbard's endless daylight, meet polar bears and sea ice walruses, and hear guillemot calls. Venture through East Greenland's Scoresbysund, visit remote Ittoqqortoormiit and glide amidst stunning icebergs.

• Sail the waters of East Greenland
• Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
• Discover Svalbard’s fjords
• Explore Oslo’s vibrant cityscape

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from $24,972

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Norway's Fjords and Arctic Svalbard (Southbound)

Southbound - 16 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution

Starts / Ends

Oslo / Bergen

Activity Level

Variable

Cruise across Norway's fjords and Arctic Svalbard on a 16-day expedition aboard the National Geographic Resolution, and explore the wilderness, wildlife, and scenery on Bergen, Tromso, Lofoten Islands, Tysfjorden and Bear Island.

• Spot wildlife exploring Svalbard
• Visit Lofoten’s scenic villages
• Hike Norway’s dramatic fjords
• See glaciers in Nordfjord valley

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