HIGHLIGHTS
- Marvel
at the glaciers and abundant wildlife of Spitsbergen
- Hike
the tundra and explore a remote fjord-strewn coast of East Greenland
- Experience
Reykjavik, the vibrant and artistic capital of Iceland
- Cruise
in a Zodiac to explore glaciers, icebergs and more
- Immerse
yourself in the icy realm of the Arctic with optional kayaking
adventures
DATES / RATES
Rates are listed per person in USD
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| Start Date | End Date | Studio Single | Studio Double | Studio Veranda Stateroom | Deluxe Veranda | Grand Veranda Stateroom | Royal Veranda Stateroom | Junior Suite | Studio Veranda Single | Explorer Suite | Owner's Suite |
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| Aug 13, 2025 | Aug 27, 2025 | 21,395 | 16,695 | 17,595 | 20,195 | 21,395 | 24,895 | 28,195 | 26,195 | 29,195 | 30,095 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 695 per person
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel night (Oslo for 2022 and
Helsinki for 2023)
- Charter
flight from Oslo/Helsinki to Longyearbyen
- Arrival
transfer in Longyearbyen
Rates are listed per person in USD
|
| Start Date | End Date | (Starting from)
Studio Single | (Mid-range)
Royal Veranda Stateroom | (High-end)
Owner's Suite |
|---|
| Aug 13, 2025 | Aug 27, 2025 | 21,395 | 24,895 | 30,095 |
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: USD 695 per person
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel night (Oslo for 2022 and
Helsinki for 2023)
- Charter
flight from Oslo/Helsinki to Longyearbyen
- Arrival
transfer in Longyearbyen
ITINERARY
Day
1 - Arrival Day. Check into your included hotel.
Note: for
2022 itineraries, the trip will start in Oslo. For 2023, the
trip will start in Helsinki.
Day
2 Embarkation Day in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
After
breakfast, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private
charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest
settlement, as part of the transfer package. As you embark this
afternoon, you’ll enjoy great views of the mountainous
landscape that serves as a backdrop for this seaside town.
Days
3 to 6 Exploring Spitsbergen, Svalbard
Exploring
Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Norwegian Svalbard archipelago,
rewards you with austere beauty and opportunities to spot its abundant
wildlife. Here, you’ll visit spectacular glacier fronts and
steep-walled fjords, with walrus, polar bears and Svalbard reindeer
amongst your possible wildlife sightings. Birders will be thrilled to
see Arctic terns, skuas, long-tailed ducks, kittiwakes and ivory gulls.
If conditions allow, you could sail within 10 degrees of the North Pole!
Days
7 and 8 At Sea
While
sailing south through the Greenland Sea, your Expedition Team will
teach you about the wildlife and history of Greenland, your next stop.
On deck, you’ll learn to identify seabirds on the wing. Take
in a presentation, share your photos, sip an icy cocktail in the bar or
watch a film—there are many things to do during your time at
sea.
Days
9 to 12 Exploring East Greenland
During
your tour of Greenland’s remote eastern coast,
you’ll enjoy Zodiac cruises and shore visits to several
locations. Explore the remains of ancient Thule settlements and keep an
eye out for grazing muskoxen—40 percent of the
world’s muskoxen population lives here. Finally, you will
sail through spectacular Scoresbysund, the birthplace of many icebergs
and, some say, the most beautiful fjord system in the world. If
conditions allow, you may also visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the most remote
community in East Greenland.
Days
13 and 14 At Sea
As
we cruise south, the Denmark Strait is your pathway toward Iceland.
Your Expedition Team will keep you informed and entertained with
presentations about the history of exploration in the Arctic and the
seabirds you’ll see soaring above your ship.
Day
15 Depart Reykjavik, Iceland
You’ll
disembark in Reykjavik, Iceland’s capital, at the end of your
journey. If you have booked post-expedition accommodation, we provide a
transfer to a central downtown location.
Ocean Explorer (Luxury Expedition, 138-guests)
Ocean Explorer, the newest addition to our fleet, is modern, elegant
and purpose-built for polar exploration. The 138-passenger vessel has
been designed with the latest in expedition ship technology. One of the
ship’s key features is the ULSTEIN X-BOW®, a marine
engineering innovation that ensures a comfortable and smooth sailing
experience thanks to the inverted bow. Located at the bow is the
two-story, light-filled library, which introduces a welcome airiness to
the expedition ship.
(Click image to view Ship details)
WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Leadership
throughout your voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders, including
shore landings and other activities
- All
Zodiac transfers and cruising as per the daily program
- All
shore landings as per the daily program
- Shipboard
accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All
meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage
(Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as
possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare
kosher meals.)
- Select
beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around
the clock
- Formal
and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and guest speakers as
scheduled
- A
photographic journal documenting the expedition
- A
pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac
cruising excursions
- An
official Quark Expeditions® parka to keep
- Hair
dryer and bathrobes in every cabin
- All
miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All
luggage handling aboard the ship
- Emergency
Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD
$500,000 per person
- Transfer
from Longyearbyen town center to port on embarkation day
- Group
transfer to downtown Reykjavik on disembarkation day
- Greenland
voyages cruise passenger tax
Rates
above do not include the following:
- Mandatory
Transfer Package*
- International
airfare
- Arrival
transfer in Oslo
- Airport
transfer in Reykjavik
- Passport
and visa expenses
- Government
arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above
- Meals
ashore unless otherwise specified
- Baggage,
cancellation, interruption and medical travel
insurance—strongly recommended
- Excess-baggage
fees on international flights
- Mandatory
waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned
- Laundry,
bar and other personal charges unless specified
- Phone
and Internet charges (connectivity may vary by location)
- Voluntary
gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew
- Additional
overnight accommodation
- Adventure
Options not listed in Included
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
ADVENTURE
OPTIONS
- Kayaking:
USD 695
- Paddling:
USD 195
