Harp seal
Harp seal
Launching zodiacs from MV Vikingfjord
The mighty Polar Bear
Exploring the ice floe
An Arctic Fox roams the tundra
The ever changing ice sculptures of the Arctic  | Virgil Reglioni
Walrus haul out
Zodiac cruising, Svalbard  | Chase Teron

Circumnavigation of Svalbard Micro Cruise

Attempt a circumnavigation of Svalbard

12 Days from

$20950 USD

Trip Code: ASA
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Duration

  • 12 Days

Activities

  • 11 days expedition cruising

Accommodation

  • 11 Nights aboard MV Vikingfjord

Meals

  • 11 Dinners
  • 10 Lunches
  • 12 Breakfasts

Difficulty Grading  

1 / 10

Adventure touring

Trip highlights

  • Experience the raw beauty of Svalbard’s pristine landscapes
  • Land on remote shores and immerse yourself in the Arctic environment
  • Enjoy the magical phenomenon of the midnight sun
  • Encounter diverse Arctic wildlife, including polar bears, whales, walruses, reindeer, Arctic foxes, seals, and a variety of bird species
  • Learn about the rich history and culture of Svalbard through onboard lectures and visits to historical sites
  • Small, intimate group size of just 12 like minded explorers

Overview

As the sea around Svalbard opens up with the ice melting during the summer months, it gives us the opportunity to take you on our most detailed exploration of the archipelago. Over the next 12 days we will set off to explore Svalbard and make daily shore landings with our expedition leader and guide to experience the raw beauty and majestic nature of Svalbard. Our aim is to circumnavigate Spitsbergen and to explore the Austfonna Ice Cap, depending on conditions or spend extended time exploring the far north-east. This is an intimate small-group experience with a minimum of one guide for every 6 guests.

Itinerary

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Our Svalbard circumnavigation cruise departs from the port of Longyearbyen in the afternoon. The overall schedule is flexible to allow us to see as much as possible and will be led by our highly experienced leader. Taking advantage of the beautiful 24-hour sunlight we will sail out of the Isfjord. Coordinates: 78.2232° N, 15.6267° E

Meals: B,D

This morning we explore Prins Karls Foreland where we will do shore landings and visit a walrus colony. Our plan is to sail north and attempt a clockwise circumnavigation of Spitsbergen.

Meals: B,L,D

As we head north we plan to call at the scientific community of Ny-Ålesund, the most northerly inhabited settlement on earth which is home to an interesting historical site and museum. We will explore the majestic Kongsfjord and the fjords that branch into it. We will sail close to an impressive calving glacier face and there will also be an opportunity for hikes ashore with our expedition leader. If the conditions allow we will then sail north and attempt to reach the edge of the sea ice which extends all the way to the North Pole, a really impressive sight. Coordinates: 78.3413° N, 11.7250° E

Meals: B,L,D

We will sail along the north coast of Spitsbergen keeping a lookout for wildlife including polar bears that inhabit the area. Depending on the sea ice conditions, we aim to continue along the north coast to reach the island of Nordaustlandet and cruise along the Austfonna Ice Cap, a truly breathtaking sight. If the sea ice doesn’t allow us access then the other option is to head south through the Hinlopen Strait. We aim to make shore landings on a daily basis to explore the majestic wilderness of this area. Coordinates: 79.5223° N, 13.4638° E

Meals: B,L,D

We will follow the compass south and explore the region along the south coast of Spitsbergen. We will visit rarely visited landing sites and have lots of chances to take in the breathtaking nature, wildlife, and scenery. As we round the southern tip of Spitsbergen, we will enter the area around Hornsund where we will have a day to explore and do some wilderness hikes. We will then set sail north along the coast towards Longyearbyen. Coordinates: 78.5810° N, 11.3932° E

Meals: B,L,D

Safely back in the port of Longyearbyen after our epic Svalbard circumnavigation cruise, we will enjoy a final breakfast together. We say our goodbyes and disembark in the morning after making new friends and sharing an incredible adventure together. Coordinates: 78.2232° N, 15.6267° E NB* The above itinerary is a guide only. A part of any Arctic adventure is the flexibility to take advantage of the weather and ice conditions. Our expedition leader will make sure you see as much a possible.

Meals: B

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What’s included?

Included

  • 11 breakfasts, 10 lunches and 11 dinners
  • Comfortable cabin accommodation and use of all public areas on cruise
  • Specialist expedition staff
  • All shore excursions from the ship including the use of Zodiacs
  • Lectures, videos, slide and film shows and guide services
  • Medical services. There is a resident medical officer and infirmary on board (charges may apply)
  • Rubber boots for shore landings for the time of the cruise
  • Digital Voyage Log

Not included

  • Air transport and airport transfers before and after the cruises
  • Visa, passport and vaccination charges and airport departure taxes
  • Accommodation and meals or other services not included in the ship cruise itinerary
  • Laundry, postage, personal clothing, medical expenses, travel insurance and items of a personal nature such as bar charges, wine and phone calls
  • Emergency Evacuation Insurance to a minimum benefit of USD 200,000
  • Customary end of voyage tips

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