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Spot whales in Arctic waters
from $8,350
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Around Spitsbergen, Arctic Summer

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • See stark countryside plant species
  • Spot minke whales
  • Visit Alkhornet
  • Sail through Fuglefjorden
  • Whalers' tracks, Basque ovens
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Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Sail through Svalbard on a 15-day voyage with the Rembrandt van Rijn, starting in Longyearbyen. Explore historic mining towns, spot Arctic wildlife, and sail through picturesque fjords. Highlights include the Svalbard Museum, Isfjorden, Trygghamna, and Bellsund, with opportunities to see minke whales, polar bears, and reindeer.
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North Spitsbergen Polar Bear
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
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
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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Travelers find a walrus on a zodiac trip through the arctic.
from $3,250
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South Spitsbergen, Bear Island & Mainland Norway - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Explore South Spitsbergen fjords
  • Zodiac excursions in Hornsund
  • Discover Bear Island wildlife
  • Northern Lights viewing nights
  • Watch for whales at sea
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Tromso
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 6‑day Arctic expedition aboard MV Hondius from Longyearbyen to Tromso, exploring South Spitsbergen’s glaciers and fjords, visiting remote Bear Island, watching for whales and seabirds, and chasing the Northern Lights under polar skies
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North Spitsbergen Polar Bear
from $3,250
EBD 10%
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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
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
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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Beautiful Hornsund, Norway
from $3,250
EBD 10%
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South Spitsbergen, Bear Island & Mainland Norway - Aurora Borealis

Longyearbyen - Tromso - 6 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Experience Hornsund fjords
  • Zodiac to Hornbreen
  • Sail Arctic sea boundaries
  • Land on Bear Island
  • Watch whales at sea
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Tromso
Activities
Wildlife Viewing, Whale Watching, Village Visits, Northern Lights
Activity Level
Variable
Join Ortelius on a 6-day Arctic cruise through Spitsbergen and Bear Island. You explore Hornsund’s glaciers, sail productive Arctic seas, land on Bear Island, watch for whales and seabirds, and end your voyage among Norway’s fjords in Tromso.
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Ski the Arctic.
from $3,950
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Alpine Peaks of Spitsbergen, Ski & Sail

Longyearbyen - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Watch for polar bears and walrus
  • Visit Kongsfjorden and Isfjord
  • Ski the snowy Arctic terrain
  • Enjoy zodiac cruising and hiking
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.
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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
Activities
Small Ship Sailing
Activity Level
Variable
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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Embarking on a Svalbard cruise
from $6,290
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Lofoten, Bear Island & Svalbard

Bodø - Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Visit the fishing village of Reine
  • Cruise through Trollfjorden
  • See immense seabird colonies
  • View iconic Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends
Bodo / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
Variable
Join this 11-day expedition cruise aboard M/S Quest to Lofoten, Bear Island, and Svalbard. It's a busy time of year for wildlife in northern Norway! On this journey see tens of thousands of seabirds, arctic foxes, and whales, and polar bears. Cruise along vast, glaciated archipelagos dominated by mountain ranges and magnificent wilderness.
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Adventure in the Arctic
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
Starts / Ends
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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Iconic Krossfjorden
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
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activity Level
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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Riding zodiac in Arctic Ocean
from $10,695
EBD $2000
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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
Starts / Ends
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities
Hiking, Kayaking, Photography Seminars
Activity Level
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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A polar bear and her playful cub.
from $14,420
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Svalbard: In Search of Iconic Arctic Wildlife

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • View polar bears on the pack ice
  • Observe walruses and other wildlife
  • Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
  • Enjoy incredible photos ops
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.
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Bearded seal in Svalbard, Norway
from $9,999
Air Credit
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Polar Horizons Journey

Longyearbyen to Tromso - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Discover Oslo landmarks
  • Explore Svalbard glaciers
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore Tromso museums
Starts / Ends
Oslo / Tromso
Activity Level
Variable
Set out from Oslo on a 13-day Arctic expedition through Norway and Svalbard. Travel aboard World Voyager, exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundra while spotting polar bears, whales, and reindeer. Experience Captain’s Choice Zodiac landings, visit Bear Island and North Cape, and end your voyage in Tromso surrounded by Arctic landscapes.
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Polar bears in the Arctic
from $9,999
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Arctic Norway Passage

Tromso to Longyearbyen - 12 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Tromso’s Arctic culture
  • Discover Bear Island wildlife
  • Join Zodiac glacier landings
  • Watch whales in fjords
Starts / Ends
Tromso / Oslo
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 12-day Arctic cruise to Svalbard aboard World Voyager. Cruise past North Cape and Bear Island. Explore glaciers, fjords, and tundra while spotting wildlife such as polar bears, whales, and puffins. End your adventure in Longyearbyen surrounded by Arctic peaks and icy fjords.
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Scattered houses of Tromso
from $7,499
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Captivating North Cape

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Skarsvag North Cape stop
  • Explore Hammerfest's polar heritage
  • Captain’s Choice Arctic navigation
  • Explore Svalbard glaciers
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Tromso / Oslo
Activity Level
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise beginning in Tromso and sail north aboard World Navigator through the Arctic waters of Norway. Visit Skarsvag, Hammerfest, Bear Island, and Svalbard. Experience dramatic fjords, glaciers, and rare wildlife, including puffins and polar bears.
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A vibrant green aurora dances over the serene fjord in Norway.
from $5,090
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Whales and Northern Lights in Northern Norway

Roundtrip Alta - 7 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Stockholm
  • Explore Alta’s Arctic charm
  • Navigate Norway’s icy fjords
  • Spot whales in Stjernoya
  • Witness Aurora Borealis in Alta
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Alta / Alta
Activity Level
Variable
Take a 7-day cruise aboard the M/S Stockholm and experience Norway's stunning natural beauty. Enjoy the sparkling ice formations, snow-capped mountains, fjord ice, and maybe even spot orcas, humpback whales, and the Northern Lights.
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
from $4,500
EBD 10%
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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
Starts / Ends
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities
Scuba Diving
Activity Level
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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Alkhornet Hiking
from $13,795
Save $1000
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Spitsbergen Circumnavigation: A Rite of Passage

Roundtrip Helsinki - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki museums
  • Spot polar bears hunting on the sea
  • Visit the 14th of July Glacier
  • Admire Alkefjellet cliffs
Starts / Ends
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activity Level
Variable
Discover Spitsbergen on this 15-day cruise aboard the Ultramarine exploring glaciers, fjords, and tundras. Spot polar bears, walruses, and seabirds like puffins and guillemots. Visit historical whaling outposts, colorful tundra meadows, and breathtaking locations like Alkefjellet and the 14th of July Glacier.
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