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A polar bear and her playful cub.
$15,204
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Land of the Ice Bears: An In-Depth Exploration of Arctic Svalbard

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Resolution
  • View polar bears on the pack ice
  • Observe walruses and other wildlife
  • Hike, walk, Zodiac cruise & kayak
  • Enjoy superlative photos ops
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
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 …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$4,300
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North Spitsbergen Explorer - Versatile Landscapes, Sea Ice & Wildlife

8 Day Itinerary aboard MV Plancius
  • Explore North Spitsbergen
  • Visit the Monaco Glacier
  • See polar bears at Hinlopen Strait
  • Visit St. Johns Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Relaxed
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 …
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Polar bears in the Arctic
$8,691
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Circumnavigating Spitsbergen: In the Realm of the Polar Bear

10 Day Itinerary aboard MS Spitsbergen
  • Sail to the far north
  • Watch for polar bears
  • Explore the Arctic landscapes
  • Admire the Svalbard archipelago
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Spitsbergen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Take this epic voyage to attempt to find a way through the Arctic’s ever-changing sea ice and venture above the 80th parallel north. If the ice allows, complete a circumnavigation of the island of Spitsbergen, and visit some other highlights of the Svalbard archipelago. Spend time exploring …
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Mountains meet the sea in the Arctic
$10,195
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Svalbard Explorer: Best of High Arctic Norway

10 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki
  • Witness Spitsbergen
  • Experience Spitsbergen
  • Discover Spitsbergen
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 10-day expedition cruise aboard the Ultramarine. Experience the Arctic's rich wildlife, including polar bears, walruses, and reindeer. Revel in the surreal continuous daylight as you explore this unique terrain, hike vibrant tundra, and delve into its history and geology. This …
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Zodiac excursion
$11,390
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Expedition Svalbard

12 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Sjoveien
  • Venture out on daily zodiac cruises
  • Explore along fjords and glaciers
  • Learn about Eastern Svalbard
  • Discover Southwest Spitsbergen
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Summer arrives in late June. The midnight sun reigns supreme, and purple saxifrage decorates the slopes. The ice thaws around the islands, and this makes it possible to get further east. Whales are more frequently seen in the waters, and more snow-free areas become accessible for longer walks. At …
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A polar landscape
$2,750
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Arctic Ocean - Jan Mayen, Ice edge, Spitsbergen, Birding

Akureyri - Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • Experience Jan Mayen, volcanic land
  • Explore Akureyri’s historic charm
  • Sail Spitsbergen’s icy waters
  • Discover Alkhornet’s seabird cliffs
Starts / Ends:
Akureyri / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise aboard the MV Hondius. Begin in Akureyri, sailing northward through scenic Eyjafjordur with possible whale sightings on the way to Grimsey. This small island straddles the Arctic Circle and is home to thriving colonies of puffins, Arctic terns, and razorbills. Heading …
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Sightseeing aboard the ship
$6,595
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Spitsbergen Highlights: Journey into the Arctic Wilderness

Roundtrip Helsinki - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Ultramarine
  • Explore Helsinki
  • Discover Spitsbergen
  • Experience Krossfjorden
  • Explore Smeerenburg
Starts / Ends:
Helsinki / Helsinki
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 7-day expedition cruise to and from Helsinki aboard the Ultramarine. Encounter Arctic wilderness beyond imagination. Despite its mountainous and glacier-covered terrain, this rocky island boasts vibrant ecosystems within towering cliffs and fjords. With ample exploration time, you can …
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Incredible ice in Svalbard
$4,450
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North Spitsbergen Basecamp – Summer Solstice - Free Kayaking, Hiking, Photo Workshop, Diving

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Discover Raudfjorden’s wildlife
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s town
  • Cruise along Monaco Glacier
  • Visit Ny Alesund’s research station
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise aboard the Ortelius through the Svalbard archipelago, starting in Longyearbyen. Explore historic sites like the parish church and Svalbard Museum, and set sail for Isfjorden, where minke whales may greet you. Visit Ny Alesund, a northern settlement, and spot Arctic …
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$17,899
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Svalbard Odyssey

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 13 Day Itinerary aboard World Voyager
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover Nybyen
  • Visit the Svalbard Museum
  • Spot Svalbard’s majestic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 13-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the World Voyager. Join an unforgettable adventure to the remote Svalbard archipelago and explore towering glaciers, pristine fjords, and snow-covered landscapes. Encounter Arctic wildlife, such as playful foxes and majestic reindeer, and …
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Arctic fox during spring in Svalbard
$12,599
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Scenic Svalbard

Roundtrip Edinburgh - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Seabourn Venture
  • Visit Edinburgh Castle’s hilltop
  • Discover Svalbard’s fjords
  • Explore Longyearbyen’s icy waters
  • Witness Svalbard’s wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Edinburgh / Edinburgh
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the Seabourn Venture, starting in historic Edinburgh, Scotland, with visits to iconic sites like Edinburgh Castle, Holyrood Palace, and the Royal Mile. Fly to Longyearbyen, the gateway to Svalbard, and encounter dramatic fjords flanked by towering glaciers. Spend …
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kittiwakes
$5,600
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North Spitsbergen - Arctic Spring , Birding Special

Longyearbyen-Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Rembrandt van Rijn
  • Explore historic whaling sites
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore Raudfjorden
  • Sail through Magdalenafjorden
  • Visit Ny Ålesund
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Sailing, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Board the Rembrandt van Rijn for an 11-day expedition cruise through Svalbard, a remote archipelago rich in wildlife and history, aboard the Rembrandt van Rijn, starting in Longyearbyen, and exploring the archipelago's wildlife and history. Navigate Isfjorden, visit historic whaling sites in …
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Exploring Greenland
$22,295
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Jewels of the Arctic

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Golden Circle route
  • Discover East Greenland
  • Encounter Svalbard
  • Explore Greenland
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Oslo aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover Svalbard's realm of perpetual daylight, where thrilling encounters with polar bears, walruses on sea ice, and echoing guillemot cries create unforgettable moments. In East Greenland, sail through …
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Walruses huddling together in Svalbard.
$10,099
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Wilds of the High Arctic

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 9 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Discover Longyearbyen
  • Explore Nybyen
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Spot elusive wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 9-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Explore the remote High Arctic of Svalbard, teeming with wildlife like polar bears, reindeer, whales, and Arctic foxes. Rugged landscapes and isolated landings offer thrilling adventures in one of the world's most …
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Homes in Longyearbyen, Svalbard, Norway
$8,999
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Arctic Sojourn

Roundtrip Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Navigator
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Visit Svalbard Museum
  • Discover Nybyen
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
Starts / Ends:
Oslo / Oslo
Activities:
Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise to and from Longyearbyen aboard the World Navigator. Experience towering glaciers, tranquil fjords, and thrilling wildlife encounters. Guided shore landings reveal ancient whaling sites and rich history, while Zodiac safaris offer breathtaking views of Svalbard’s …
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Walruses huddled together on the ice
$7,195
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Arctic Odyssey

Tromso - Longyearbyen - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Albatros
  • Explore Tromso
  • Discover Gjesvaerstappan
  • Experience Bear Island
  • Witness Svalbard
Starts / Ends:
Tromso / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise from Tromso to the high Arctic islands of Svalbard aboard the Ocean Albatros. Starting in Tromso, the vibrant Arctic capital, explore its stunning fjords, lively high street, and landmarks like the Arctic Cathedral and Polar Museum. Journey to Norway's northernmost …
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Polar bear in the Arctic
$5,650
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South Spitsbergen Explorer - Bear Island - Hopen

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Explore Longyearbyen's charm
  • Sail out of Isfjorden
  • Encounter seabird colonies
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Explore the wonders of the Arctic on a 10-day South Spitsbergen Explorer cruise aboard the Ortelius. Begin in Longyearbyen, exploring the town's historic church and museum before sailing to Hornsund, home to towering peaks and diverse wildlife like seals and polar bears. Visit Bear Island for …
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$6,290
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Lofoten, Bear Island & Svalbard

Bodø - Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard M/S Quest
  • Visit the fishing village of Reine
  • Zodiac tour on Vedøya for seabirds
  • Explore seabird colonies
  • View Svalbard polar bears
Starts / Ends:
Bodo / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
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 …
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Sun shining on the ice
$41,920
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The Geographic North Pole

Longyearbyen Roundtrip - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Commandant Charcot
  • Explore Longyearbyen
  • Discover the Geographic North Pole
  • Admire Scoresby Sund
  • Sailing the heart of the ice floe
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Push the limits of sailing with this exceptional new 16-day expedition cruise to the Geographic North Pole. To reach this mythical point covered by ice floe all year round, 700 km away from any emerged land, you will board Le Commandant-Charcot. Setting sail from Spitsbergen, enjoy an unforgettable …
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