Highlights

Explore Spitsbergen in the height of the Arctic summer, when fjords are more open, tundra valleys show their wildflowers and long hours of daylight invite discovery. This focused expedition combines glacier fronts, Zodiac cruising and shore landings with opportunities to watch for walrus, seals, whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, seabirds and polar bears. Each day is adapted to the conditions, revealing the variety of Svalbard’s largest island without promising a fixed sequence of sites.

Discover Spitsbergen’s fjords, glaciers and tundra beneath the midnight sun.
Enjoy guided walks among summer wildflowers, raised beaches and polar desert.
Watch for walrus, seals, whales, reindeer, Arctic foxes, seabirds and polar bears.
Explore by Zodiac and on foot, with each day shaped by conditions and opportunity.

Map/Itinerary

Day 1Arrive in Oslo

Having made your way to Oslo, walk the short distance to the group hotel. Upon arrival at your included hotel, please visit the hospitality desk to collect your luggage cabin tags and to speak with our ground operations team, who may have information to share with you about pre-embarkation or to provide you with information about where to dine, withdraw cash or purchase last minute items from a local pharmacy or supermarket.

The remainder of your time is at leisure. All meals today are at your own expense.

Accommodation: Oslo airport Hotel (to be advised)

Day 2Fly to Longyearbyen, embarkation

This morning, please ensure your cabin luggage is fitted with cabin tags clearly labelled with your name and cabin number. Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before walking to the airport for our charter flight to Longyearbyen for embarkation. Any valuables or personal items should be kept on you throughout the day. In Longyearbyen, explore the town on a guided tour.

After the tour, you will be transferred directly to the pier to embark in the late afternoon. Settle into your cabin before attending important safety briefings and enjoy the thrill of departure as we ‘throw the lines’ and set sail.

Note: the excursion is contingent on the arrival time of our charter flight to Longyearbyen.

Day 3-7Spitsbergen

Spitsbergen offers an exceptional introduction to Arctic expedition travel. The experienced Expedition Team will shape each day around weather, sea ice, wildlife and the latest local information, selecting the best opportunities rather than following a fixed list of landing sites.

Summer often allows us to explore a wider choice of fjords along western and northern Spitsbergen. Zodiac cruises may trace blue glacier fronts and sheltered bays, while guided walks cross flower-dotted tundra, raised beaches and fossil-rich polar desert. Historic camps and trappers’ huts reveal the human stories layered into this apparently untouched wilderness.

If you have selected an optional activity such as kayaking, we will aim to offer it whenever conditions allow. Guided walks, Zodiac excursions and the possibility of a polar plunge make the most of the long summer days.

Day 8Disembark in Longyearbyen, fly to Oslo

During the early morning, you cruise back into Longyearbyen. Farewell your Expedition Team upon disembarkation and enjoy some free time before transferring to the airport for your return charter flight to Oslo to continue your journey.

Note: the arrival time in Oslo is contingent on the approved allocated slot for the charter flight to and from Longyearbyen

Inclusions/Exclusions

This expedition includes:

All transfers as mentioned in the itinerary.
One night’s hotel accommodation including breakfast, in Oslo on Day 1.
Sightseeing tour of Longyearbyen on Day 2, prior to embarkation (time permitting).
Return charter flights between Oslo and Longyearbyen.
Onboard accommodation during voyage, including daily cabin service.
All meals, snacks, tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices during voyage.
Premium spirits, cocktails, beer, wine and liqueurs during voyage.
Captain’s Farewell reception including four-course dinner, house cocktails, house beer and wine, non-alcoholic beverages.
All shore excursions and Zodiac cruises.
Educational lectures and guiding services provide by Expedition Team.
Complimentary access to onboard expedition doctor and medical clinic (initial consultation).
One 3-in-1 waterproof, polar expedition jacket.
Complimentary use of Muck Boots during the voyage.
Comprehensive pre-departure information.
Port surcharges, permits and landing fees.
Gratuities during excursions and enrichment program for local guides, drivers, venues and local sites.
Wi-Fi*.

*Please note we travel to remote regions and therefore the connection can be unreliable.

This expedition excludes:

International or domestic flights – unless specified in the itinerary.
Transfers – unless specified in the itinerary.
Airport arrival or departure taxes.
Passport, visa, reciprocity and vaccination fees and charges.
Travel insurance or emergency evacuation charges.
Hotel accommodation and meals – unless specified in the itinerary.
Optional excursions and optional activity surcharges.
All items of a personal nature, including but not limited to on board gratuities*, laundry services, personal clothing, medical expenses, email or phone charges.

*A gratuity of USD $20 per person, per day for the crew and Expedition Team will be automatically added to your onboard account. You may remove or adjust this amount when settling your account. For suite guests, this gratuity is included as part of the Suite Benefits.

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