10 Days 9 Nights
Svalbard Archipelago is the heart of Arctic, a place of deep fjords, dramatic landscapes, snowcapped mountains, pack ice, and lordly polar bears. The largest island of the Svalbard archipelago, Spitsbergen is known as the "wildlife capital of the Arctic".
Cruising on the west and northern/southern tips of the island, provides you optimal chances to witness the remarkable array of creatures including whales, walruses, Svalbard reindeer, seabirds by the thousands, and that most iconic of Arctic residents, the polar bear.
In addition, be amazed by the beauty of this frozen wonderland, explore the vast virgin tundra, appreciate the natural beauty of the surprisingly high Arctic wilderness.
Itinerary Highlights
- Encounter iconic Arctic wildlife, such as polar bear, walrus and reindeer
- Hike the tundra, explore polar desert, admire immense glaciers
- Admire the magnificent fjords
- Appreciate the whaling and mining history of Svalbard archipelago as well as the Arctic exploration history.
Itinerary Outline
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Day 1
Arrival in Helsinki
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Day 2
Embarkation in Longyearbyen
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Day 3-9
Cruise Northern & Southern Spitsbergen
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Day 10
Disembarkation in Longyearbyen / Departure from Helsinki
Cruise Partner
Featured ship
Ultramarine
The newest addition to Quark’s fleet, is designed to go beyond the familiar in polar exploration, to discover new places. It is equipped with two twin-engine helicopter, every passenger has the chance to fly over the Antarctica Peninsula on a helicopter, along with a range of adventure options more extensive than any other ship in its class. (Launched: 2021; Guest Capacity: 199; Rooms:102; Restaurant: 1)
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Includes
- Shipboard accommodation on twin sharing basis
- Transfers between Longyearbyen town center and port on embarkation and disembarkation day
- All meals aboard the ship as stated, all snacks, soft drinks and juices on board throughout the voyage, selected beer and wine during dinner, and coffee, tea and cocoa available around the clock
- All shore landings and all zodiac transfers with expedition leaders
- Onboard entertainment and enrichment lectures
- All luggage handling aboard the ship
- One pre-cruise hotel night stay in Helsinki
- Group transfer from hotel to airport in Helsinki and from Helsinki airport to hotel
- Charter flights from Helsinki to Longyearbyen and return to Helsinki
- Group transfer from Longyearbyen airport to the ship and return
- A pair of waterproof expedition boots on loan and an official Quark Expeditions parka to keep
Excludes
- International airfare
- Optional activities
- Gratuities
- Personal expenses e.g. telephone bill & laundry
- Visa
- Travel insurance
Pre & Post Cruise Extensions
Get started with your personalised unique journey
Call us at +852 2885 2181 or email us at enquiry@intriqjourney.com to start planning for a holiday that is completely tailored to your preferences.