HIGHLIGHTS
- Encounter
iconic arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus and reindeer
- Take
advantage of continuous daylight
- Hike
the tundra and polar desert
- Cruise
in a Zodiac to explore glaciers, fjords, 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
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: $895 per person
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Oslo airport hotel
- Charter
flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen
- Arrival
and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
- Charter
flight from Longyearbyen to Oslo
Rates are listed per person in USD
Mandatory Transfer Package Details:Package
Cost: $895 per person
- One
night’s pre-expedition hotel night at Oslo airport hotel
- Charter
flight from Oslo to Longyearbyen
- Arrival
and departure transfers in Longyearbyen
- Charter
flight from Longyearbyen to Oslo
ITINERARY
Day
1: Arrive in Oslo, Norway
Your
arctic voyage begins in Oslo, Norway’s vibrant capital city.
If you arrive early, there are many museums, restaurants and green
spaces to keep you busy before retiring at your included airport hotel.
Day
2: Embarkation Day in Longyearbyen, Svalbard
This
morning, the group will transfer to the airport and board our private
charter flight to Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen’s largest
settlement, where you’ll have some time to explore before
embarkation. As your ship sets sail, enjoy your first view of the
island’s rugged, glacier-topped mountains rising majestically
from icy waters.
Days
3-9: Exploring Spitsbergen
You’ll
cruise around this magical island on a constant search for wildlife.
Your expedition will cover western Spitsbergen as well as stunning
fjords and outlying islands to the north. From polar flora to immense
glaciers, the natural landscape here is just as varied as the wildlife.
Each expedition presents new opportunities and different weather and
ice, so there is no fixed itinerary; however, some of the places we may
visit include the 14th of July Glacier, Smeerenburg, Alkefjellet and
the Hinlopen Strait. The destinations visited will be selected for
optimum wildlife viewing with an appreciation of the history and
geology of Spitsbergen. The island offers multiple opportunities for
wildlife photography. Spotting polar bears is more likely here than
almost anywhere else, as the Svalbard archipelago is one of their
preferred hunting areas. The towering cliffs of Alkefjellet provide
homes to thousands of Brünnich’s guillemots
(thick-billed murres). Coming across a walrus haul-out is a moment you
won’t soon forget. These giant pinnipeds of the Arctic create
quite a noisy scene as each walrus vies for a choice spot of coastline.
If you’re itching to experience a more intimate view from the
water, you can book the sea kayaking or paddling excursion adventure
options. In Spitsbergen, there is no shortage of natural beauty. The
tundra can be surprisingly colorful in summer, with wildflowers
bursting for a taste of sunshine. Each day, you’ll see
something interesting, whether it is unique arctic wildlife a polar
bear resting between hunts, or abandoned sites from centuries ago.
Day
10: Disembark in Longyearbyen and Fly to Oslo
The
time to say goodbye to your Expedition Team and shipmates has come.
Your adventure ends as it began, in the historic frontier-style
settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to
the airport for your return group charter flight to Oslo.
World Explorer (Luxury Expedition, 176-guests)
Distinct and comfortable, refined and roomy - these attributes and more describe World Explorer. Not only will it be among the fastest ships, it will also be one of our finest, with six tiers of deluxe accommodation.
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WHAT'S INCLUDED
- Shipboard
accommodation with daily housekeeping
- All
meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board
- Beer
and house wine during dinner
- All
shore landings per the daily program
- Leadership
throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leader
- All
Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program
- Formal
and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as
scheduled
- Photographic
journal documenting the expedition
- Waterproof
expedition boots on loan for shore landings
- Expedition
parka to keep
- Coffee,
tea and cocoa available around the clock
- Complimentary
reusable water bottle
- Hair
dryer and bathrobe in every cabin
- Comprehensive
onboard materials, including a map and an informative Arctic Reader
- All
miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program
- All
luggage handling aboard the ship
- Transfers
between Longyearbyen town center and port on embarkation and
disembarkation day
OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES
Kayaking:
USD 695
Paddling:
USD 195
