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Head for 90 degrees North! Since the 16th century, the greatest expeditions have constantly tried to reach the North Pole. This mythical geographic point inspires and attracts as much as it fascinates dreamers and conquerors seeking out the other side of the world. Following in the wake of Frederick Cook, Robert Edwin Peary or Roald Amundsen, who were among the many who fought to achieve this elusive goal, you will be part of the chosen few ones to attempt the odyssey, 700 km (435 miles) from any land. From Spitsbergen, you will head towards the north to sail the waters at the edges of the Earth, towards landscapes that change constantly according to the ice and the plays of light.

Sail through pack ice and ice floes aboard a polar exploration vessel, in search of the Geographic North Pole, just like the great explorers.
Discover the landscapes (ice compression ridges, mountains, deep valleys, vertiginous walls of ice, glaciers in Svalbard) and the wildlife (opportunities to glimpse or observe polar bears, seabirds, cetaceans, etc.).
Activities: opportunities for outings and shore visits in a rubber dinghy; landings on the ice; kayaking; hiking or snowshoeing; polar plunging.

Map/Itinerary

Please note:

This itinerary is meant to serve as a general guide. Plans may change along the way, depending on weather, sea conditions, or choices made by the Expedition Leader and team to give you the safest and most rewarding experience.
Voyages may include additional days of exploration depending on the date of departure

Day 1Embarkation day - Paris/Longyearbyen

Flight Paris/Longyearbyen.
Approximate flight duration: 4 h 30

We suggest you to be at the check-in counter 2 hours before departure.
We highly recommend you arrive in Paris the day before this flight.

Meet & greet at the airport by a local English-speaking representative.
According to the arrival time at Longyearbyen, services or activities will be adapted before your transfer to the pier for embarkation.

Day 2At sea along Spitsbergen

The largest island in the Svalbard archipelago, its name meaning “pointed mountains” in German, Spitsbergen is the last piece of land before the Arctic ice floe. Aboard your ship, you will sail along the extremely spectacular coastline of this icy land. Between millennial glaciers and rugged mountains, you will discover a jagged coastline, hollowed-out by fjords. A unique setting, the refuge of a particularly rich avifauna, offering you the possibility of taking fabulous photographs from the deck of your ship.

Day 3-5Navigating through the sea ice

Enjoy the absolutely unique experience of sailing to the heart of the ice floe, this vast expanse of virgin, immaculate ice. The landscapes are constantly changing, shifting from a smooth, flat wilderness to a chaos of ice, then to channels of open water. Your ship will sail along these naturally open channels and through the areas where the frozen layer is thinnest, offering you the chance to experience magic maritime moments in the midst of drifting sea ice. It will also often be an opportunity to see a particular kind of fauna, totally dependent on the ice floe.

Day 6-7Geographic North Pole

Defined by a 90° North latitude, the Geographic North Pole lies on the Earth’s rotational axis, at the intersection of all meridians. Plunged into darkness for six months of the year, then lit by the sun for the following six months, this mythical site, permanently covered in ice and remote from any land, has fascinated generations of explorers. So far, only a very few people have ever reached it.

Day 8-10Navigating through the sea ice

Day 11Ny-Alesund, Spitsbergen

During your cruise, discover Ny-Ålesund, a former mining town that has been transformed into a scientific base. Founded in 1916, this small town was the departure point for many Arctic expeditions, including those of the famous explorer Roald Amundsen. Don’t miss a visit to the museum and its famous post office, considered to be the most northerly in the world!

Day 12North-West region of Spitsbergen

A kingdom of contrasts and natural marvels dotted with islands and peninsulas, northwest Spitsbergen fascinates with its preserved beauty. On these pristine lands, infinity unveils itself, treating the eyes to beauty sculpted by nature and enhanced by the changing light. The fjords bathed by icy waters, the jagged mountains and the imposing glaciers stand majestically before you, like monumental sculptures. In these lands, where souls are filled with deep serenity, only the murmur of broken ice, bearing mysteries and legends, disturbs the calmness. Aboard our Zodiacs and in the company of naturalist-guides, get as close as possible to this unique fauna and discover this centre for scientific expedition departures. In the distance, majestic whales glide silently through the glacial waters, whereas seals, walrus and Arctic foxes add a playful touch of life. As Svalbard reindeer wander the vast expanses, Arctic terns liven up the polar sky with their gracious flight and polar bears, which you may be lucky enough to see, patrol magnificently along the icy shores.

Day 13Disembarkation Day - Longyearbyen/Paris

Disembarkation
Meet and greet at the port by a local English-speaking representative.
Transfer to the airport in time for check-in of flight Longyearbyen/Paris.
Flight Longyearbyen/Paris.
Approximate flight duration: 4 h 30

We highly recommend you stay one night in Paris after this flight.

Inclusions/Exclusions

Inclusions

Flight Paris/Longyearbyen and Longyearbyen/Paris in economy class.
Transfers mentioned in the programme.
English-speaking assistance.
Full board from arrival to departure day
High-end gastronomy in all restaurants
All beverages in restaurants, bars, and minibars. All drinks are included² (a selection of champagnes, wines and spirits, beers, cocktails, water, soft drinks, hot beverages)
24-hour room service
Butler service for certain suites
Unlimited internet access onboard
Evening events, shows, and other entertainment
Access to the fitness area and hammam or sauna, depending on the ship
All port and security charges

²Excluding premium à la carte beverages.

Exclusions

Personal expenses.
Any other service not mentioned in the programme.

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Cabin	Regular Price	Sale Price
Deluxe Suite Deck 6	SOLD OUT
Deluxe Suite Deck 7	SOLD OUT
Deluxe Suite Deck 8	$61,421
Duplex Suite	$121,031
Grand Prestige Suite	SOLD OUT
Owner's Suite	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 7	$54,411
Prestige Stateroom Deck 8	$55,411
Prestige Suite Deck 7	SOLD OUT
Prestige Suite Deck 8	SOLD OUT
Privilege Suite Deck 8	SOLD OUT

Cabin	Regular Price	Sale Price
Deluxe Suite Deck 6	SOLD OUT
Deluxe Suite Deck 7	$49,900
Deluxe Suite Deck 8	$51,550
Duplex Suite	SOLD OUT
Grand Prestige Suite	SOLD OUT
Owner's Suite	$157,980
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 7	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 8	$46,580
Prestige Suite Deck 7	SOLD OUT
Prestige Suite Deck 8	SOLD OUT
Privilege Suite Deck 8	SOLD OUT

Cabin	Regular Price	Sale Price
Deluxe Suite Deck 6	$53,981
Deluxe Suite Deck 7	$56,351
Deluxe Suite Deck 8	SOLD OUT
Duplex Suite	$114,541
Grand Prestige Suite	SOLD OUT
Owner's Suite	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6	$50,671
Prestige Stateroom Deck 7	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 8	SOLD OUT
Prestige Suite Deck 7	SOLD OUT
Prestige Suite Deck 8	SOLD OUT
Privilege Suite Deck 8	$83,791

Cabin	Regular Price	Sale Price
Deluxe Suite Deck 6	$45,970
Deluxe Suite Deck 7	$47,970
Deluxe Suite Deck 8	$49,580
Duplex Suite	SOLD OUT
Grand Prestige Suite	$67,230
Owner's Suite	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 7	$43,950
Prestige Stateroom Deck 8	$44,760
Prestige Suite Deck 7	$63,210
Prestige Suite Deck 8	SOLD OUT
Privilege Suite Deck 8	$71,240

Cabin	Regular Price	Sale Price
Deluxe Suite Deck 6	$43,480
Deluxe Suite Deck 7	$45,370
Deluxe Suite Deck 8	$46,880
Duplex Suite	$91,810
Grand Prestige Suite	$63,490
Owner's Suite	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 6	SOLD OUT
Prestige Stateroom Deck 7	$41,580
Prestige Stateroom Deck 8	$42,340
Prestige Suite Deck 7	$59,710
Prestige Suite Deck 8	$61,600
Privilege Suite Deck 8	$67,260

The Geographic North Pole

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Day 1Embarkation day - Paris/Longyearbyen

Day 2At sea along Spitsbergen

Day 3-5Navigating through the sea ice

Day 6-7Geographic North Pole

Day 8-10Navigating through the sea ice

Day 11Ny-Alesund, Spitsbergen

Day 12North-West region of Spitsbergen

Day 13Disembarkation Day - Longyearbyen/Paris

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