Spitsbergen Small Ship Cruises

Embark on a 15-day Wonders of the High Arctic: Greenland & Iceland Solar Eclipse Cruise and explore the natural wonders of the High Arctic, centered around the Solar Eclipse. Start in Oslo and set sail aboard Scenic Eclipse to Norway’s Svalbard Archipelago. Here, be surrounded by pristine …

Embark on a 21-day East and South Greenland Explorer cruise aboard the MV Plancius. Start in Longyearbyen, exploring the former mining town. Sail through Isfjorden, spotting minke whales. Witness East Greenland sea ice and visit Foster Bay, home to musk oxen and geese. Journey through fjords, …

Embark on a 14-day Arctic expedition aboard MV Plancius from Longyearbyen. Explore Raudfjorden's glaciers and seabird colonies before heading to East Greenland for jagged ice and migrating seabirds. Navigate Foster Bay and Kaiser Franz Josef Fjord for tundra, mountains, and icebergs. Discover …

Join this expedition cruise along the stunning coastline and magnificent fjords of northern Norway, via the seldom visited and legendary Bear Island to the realm of the polar bear: Svalbard. Visit Lofoten and Bear Island as the sea eagles’ eggs hatch and the cliffs are teeming with tens of …

Experience the ultimate 12-day Arctic Ocean Cruise aboard MV Hondius. Departing from Vlissingen, your adventure begins with sightings of white-beaked dolphins and majestic orcas as you traverse the North Sea. Arriving in Aberdeen, immerse yourself in the charm of the Granite City before setting …

Embark on a 20-day Arctic expedition aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn and explore the remote landscapes of Svalbard. Start in Longyearbyen, where you visit the parish church and Svalbard Museum. Sail through Isfjorden and watch for minke whales, then explore Trygghamna's historic whaling stations. …

Experience the 10-day cruise aboard MV Plancius as you journey through the stunning Arctic Ocean. From the city of Aberdeen to the remote island of Jan Mayen, each destination offers unique experiences and breathtaking scenery. Explore the rugged landscapes of Fair Isle, where you can experience …

Start your North Spitsbergen cruise with a trek around historic Longyearben, then join this 8-day expedition to the north of the island to take in the fantastically beautiful landscapes, the thousands of seabirds, and of course the star of the show, the polar bear. This voyage aboard the MV …

Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. Begin with a scenic drive through northern Iceland to the embarkation in Akureyri, where your ship departs for the Arctic Circle. Spot whales, seabirds, and stunning icebergs before arriving in Greenland’s Scoresby Sund, the world’s …

A high Arctic archipelago situated beyond Norway’s fjord-fretted coast, a mere 600 miles from the North Pole, Svalbard is a place of deep fjords, snowcapped mountains, and massive sheets of ice glowing under the midnight sun. It’s a magnificent polar bear habitat that provides …

Embark on a whale safari from the Scottish Islands to Spitsbergen. The Scottish waters offer excellent possibilities to spot Minke Whale, White-beaked Dolphin and Harbour Porpoise. Several other cetaceans, including Orca (Killer Whale), are also native to these waters. This unforgettable Arctic …

Embark on a 14-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture. Starting in Reykjavik, explore Iceland's Viking heritage, including Flatey Island's birdlife and the herring history of Siglufjordur, complete with cultural highlights like the Herring Museum and local cuisine. Continue to Akureyri, …

Embark on an 8-day cruise from Tromso to Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Discover the High Arctic of Svalbard, where the sun dances on the horizon, glaciers meet the sea, and wildlife thrives in untouched beauty. Hear the Arctic's song with seabirds and breaching whales. Experience the …

Join an extraordinary adventure in the magical wildernesses of Svalbard!

In July and the beginning of August, it is summer in Svalbard. The midnight sun reigns supreme, and purple saxifrage decorates the slopes. The ice is slowly starting to loosen its grip, which offers good opportunities to …

Embark the MV Hondius for a 10-day expedition cruise around the Spitsbergen archipelago, where you'll likely see the mighty polar bears, walrus, reindeer, various bird species, and surprisingly beautiful flora. Wildlife walks and zodiac explorations will get you up close to the impressive …

The 8-day journey will start and end in Longyearbyen. This program is designed for experienced ski mountaineers who have mastered ski techniques both for ascent and descent in challenging snow-covered alpine terrain. A typical day involves ski climbs on mountaintops averaging heights of …

It is spring in the Arctic and it is an indescribable experience to be there and witness the archipelago spring to life. The polar bear yearlings venture out for the first time, the Arctic foxes and the Svalbard reindeer still wear their winter fur and seals, and walruses can often be seen resting …

Enjoy the incredible beauty of high summer in the Arctic with this 10-day cruise circumnavigating the Svalbard archipelago aboard Ocean Albatros. Marvel at spectacular glaciers and icebergs, admire deep fjords and high mountains, and learn from onboard guides and naturalists about the region. Keep …