Spitsbergen In Depth

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This 14-day journey offers the most extensive exploration of Spitsbergen in the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard, including the opportunity to witness iconic Arctic wildlife like walrus, reindeer and polar bears, a glimpse into 16th-century maritime culture at secluded landing sites, and the rare chance to appreciate breathtaking views at the birdwatching utopias 14th of July Glacier and Alkefjellet. If conditions allow, we will also attempt a full circumnavigation of the archipelago during this memorable voyage, including a visit to the remote, uninhabited Arctic desert of Nordaustlandet.

The wildlife-viewing opportunities on this trip will leave you with plenty of memories and photos: the walrus with its long tusks and distinctive whiskers; Arctic birds in all their varied majesty; small herds of reindeer loping across the tundra; and that most iconic of Arctic creatures, the polar bear, as it roams the edges of the pack ice. Shore excursions by Zodiac will enable you to set foot in places few humans have. This voyage truly is the big adventure you’ve been waiting for.

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Spitsbergen in Depth

Day 1Arrive in Helsinski, Finland

Your Arctic adventure begins in Helsinki, renowned for its extraordinary architecture and intriguing mix of eastern and western influences. If you arrive early, explore the many museums, galleries and restaurants, relax at a Finnish sauna or wander the vibrant Design District before retiring at your included hotel.

Day 2Fly to Longyearbyen, Svalbard and Embark

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 frigid waters.

 

Day 3-13Exploring Spitsbergen

Expect a new adventure every day as we begin our journey by heading north and around the island of Spitsbergen, exploring smaller, outlying islands. We plan to circumnavigate Spitsbergen, but if conditions are favorable, we will also attempt a larger circumnavigation of the archipelago, including many of the outer islands in the Svalbard archipelago. Every expedition will be different, depending on the weather and ice, but some of the places we may visit include the 14th of July Glacier, Ny-London, Phippsøya, Alkefjellet and the seldom-visited Kvitøya.

These names may seem strange to you, but each site has its own unique appeal. There is no shortage of natural beauty in Spitsbergen, where colorful tundra meadows are complemented by immense glaciers. For birders, 14th of July Bay is home to puffins, purple sandpipers, black-legged kittiwakes, pink-footed geese, and barnacle geese, while Alkefjellet’s cliffs are teeming with nesting Brünnich’s guillemots (thickbilled murres).

Always on the lookout for wildlife, be sure to have your camera ready to capture reindeer when we visit sites like Ny-London, Sundneset and Alkhornet. Searching for the iconic polar bear is a constant activity for your Expedition Team. Phippsøya and Isbukta are often home to sea ice, the bears’ preferred habitat for hunting, which translates into great potential for you to view and capture them in action.

A big part of appreciating Spitsbergen comes from understanding the history— not just how people live today, but also how this land was first explored. Whaling was a key industry, and you will see remains of outposts from the 16th century, plus other evidence of whaling at landing sites such as Smeerenburg. 

 

Day 14Disembark in Longyearbyen and Fly to Helsinki

Your adventure ends in the frontier-style settlement of Longyearbyen. From here, we’ll transfer you to the airport for your return group charter flight to Helsinki, included in the transfer package.

 

Inclusions/Exclusions

This expedition includes:

Mandatory Transfer Package Included (Flight-Hotel & Trasfer)

  • Leadership throughout the voyage by our experienced Expedition Leaders.
  • All Zodiac transfers and cruising per the daily program.
  • Shipboard accommodation with daily housekeeping.
  • All shore landings per the daily program.
  • All meals, snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout your voyage (Please inform us of any dietary requirements as far in advance as possible. Unfortunately, the ships’ galleys cannot prepare kosher meals).
  • Select beer and wine during dinner; and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock.
  • Formal and informal presentations by our Expedition Team and special guests as scheduled.
  • A photographic journal documenting the expedition.
  • A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan for landings and Zodiac cruising excursions.
  • Official Expedition Parka to keep
  • Hair dryer and bathrobes in every cabin.
  • All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the program.
  • All luggage handling aboard the ship.
  • Emergency Evacuation insurance for all passengers to a maximum benefit of USD $500,000 per person.
  • Transfers between Longyearbyen town center and port on embarkation and disembarkation day.

This expedition excludes

  • Passport and visa expenses.
  • Government arrival and departure taxes not mentioned above.
  • Meals ashore unless otherwise specified.
  • Baggage, cancellation, interruption and medical travel insurance—strongly recommended.
  • Excess-baggage fees on international flights.
  • Mandatory waterproof pants for Zodiac cruising, or any other gear not mentioned.
  • Laundry, bar and other personal charges unless specified.
  • Phone and Internet charges (connectivity may vary by location).
  • Voluntary gratuity at the end of the voyage for shipboard staff and crew.
  • Additional overnight accommodation.
  • Adventure Options not listed in Included Activities.

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Spitsbergen In Depth

Start : 25 Jun, 2025  End : 8 Jul, 2025
Departure : Helsinki   Arrival : Helsinki
14 Days
Ultramarine
From $21,590
$11,932
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Explorer Suite
$21,590 $11,932
Balcony Suite
$23,590 $13,132
Solo Panorama
$29,790 $16,852
Owner's Suite
$37,890 $21,712
Ultra Suite
$41,890 $24,112
Explorer Triple
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Deluxe Balcony Suite
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Terrace Suite
SOLD OUT  
Penthouse Suite
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Spitsbergen In Depth

Start : 30 Jun, 2026  End : 14 Jul, 2026
Departure : Longyearbyen   Arrival : Longyearbyen
15 Days
Ultramarine
From $19,890
$16,036
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Explorer Suite
$19,890 $16,036
Balcony Suite
$21,690 $17,459
Deluxe Balcony Suite
$25,390 $20,384
Terrace Suite
$26,290 $21,095
Solo Panorama
$27,290 $21,885
Penthouse Suite
$27,290 $21,885
Owner's Suite
$24,590 $27,656
Ultra Suite
$38,290 $30,581
Explorer Triple
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Spitsbergen In Depth

Start : 9 Jul, 2026  End : 23 Jul, 2026
Departure : Longyearbyen   Arrival : Longyearbyen
15 Days
Ocean Explorer
From $18,690
$15,087
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Deluxe Veranda Forward
$18,690 $15,087
Veranda Stateroom
$19,590 $15,799
Veranda Suite
$20,690 $16,668
Junior Suite
$24,090 $19,356
Studio Single
$24,090 $19,356
Penthouse Suite
$27,690 $22,202
Owners Suite
$29,490 $23,625
Studio Veranda Single
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