- Visit five wild and beautiful islands in and around the Arctic across four countries
- Destinations include Svalbard, Jan Mayen, Iceland, the Faroe Islands, and Scotland
- Journeying in late Autumn means the mesmerising Northern Lights might appear
- Explore habitats with a range of wildlife and famous for bird and whale-watching
This late autumn voyage takes in a variety of wild, lush green islands in and around the Arctic region, all the while with chances of the aurora borealis appearing above. We start in Svalbard, Norway and sail south down to the northern coasts of Iceland via volcanic Jan Mayen. Then, it’s on to the Faroe Islands, across to Scotland, and ending in Norway.
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Day 1Oslo / Longyearbyen
From 59º N to 78º N
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Day 2Longyearbyen
Lively Frontier Town in the High Arctic
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Day 3-4North West Spitsbergen National Park
On the Look-out for Polar Bears in Svalbard
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Day 5At sea
Relaxing at Sea
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Day 6Jan Mayen Island
The Isolated Arctic Island with an Active Volcano
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Day 7At sea
Towards Iceland
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Day 8Akureyri
Capital of Northern Iceland
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Day 9Húsavík
Top Spot for Whale-Watching
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Day 10Bakkagerði
The Land of the Elves
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Day 11At sea
Enjoy a day at sea
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Day 12Elduvík
Charming Village of the Faroe Islands
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Day 13Lerwick
Centre of Scotland’s Shetland Islands
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Day 14Bergen
End of the Expedition
Departures
- 2021
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What's included
Included in your voyage
Flights
- Flight in economy class from Oslo to Longyearbyen before the expedition cruise
Hotel
- Overnight in Longyearbyen before the expedition cruise, including breakfast and lunch
Transfers
- All transfers in Longyearbyen including an excursion before the expedition cruise
Expedition Cruise
- Expedition cruise in a cabin of your choice
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner including beverages (house beer and wine, sodas, and mineral water) in restaurant Aune
- Complimentary tea and coffee
- Complimentary Wi-Fi on board. Be aware that we sail in remote areas with very limited connection. Streaming is not supported.
- Complimentary reusable water bottle to use at water refill stations on board
- English-speaking Expedition Team who organise and accompany activities on board and ashore
- Range of included excursions
Onboard Activities
- Experts on the Expedition Team deliver in-depth lectures on a variety of topics
- Use of the ship’s Science Center which has an extensive library and advanced biological and geological microscopes
- Citizen Science programme allows guests to assist with live scientific research
- Professional onboard photographer gives top tips and tricks for the best landscape and wildlife photos
- Use of the ship’s hot tubs, panoramic sauna and indoor gym
- Informal gatherings with the crew such as daily recaps and preparation for the day to come
Landing Activities
- Escorted landings with small expedition boats
- Loan of boots, trekking poles, and all equipment for activities
- Complimentary wind and water-resistant expedition jacket
- Expedition Photographers help with your camera settings before landings
Not included in your voyage
- International flights
- Travel insurance
- Luggage handling
- Optional shore excursions with our local partners
- Optional small-group activities with our Expedition Team
Notes
- All planned activities are subject to weather and ice conditions
- Excursions and activities are subject to change
- Please ensure you meet all visa entry requirements
- No gratuities expected
Photo: Andrea Klaussner and Shutterstock
Your ship
MS Spitsbergen
Year built | 2009 |
Year of refurbishment | 2016 |
Shipyard | Estaleiro Navais de Viana do Castelo (POR) |
Passenger capacity | 335 |
Beds | 243 |
Car capacity | 0 |
Gross tonnage | 7,344 |
Length | 100.54m |
Beam | 18m |
Speed | 14.5 knots |
Our new ship, MS Spitsbergen will take you on a voyage beyond the ordinary.
Practical information
Sailing with MS Spitsbergen
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