In the Realm of the Polar Bear

• Day 1 Oslo (Norway) - Longyearbyen (Spitsbergen)
  Take the opportunity to explore Norway's fascinating capital, Oslo, with its varied architecture and lively bars, before an evening flight to Longyearbyen. Arrive in Longyearbyen and transfer to the hotel for an overnight stay.
• Day 2 Longyearbyen
  Check-out of your hotel and join an excursion showcasing the best of Longyearbyen and the surrounding area before embarking ship. It is a town of contrasts, mixing strong Arctic influences with modern amenities including art galleries, pubs and restaurants.
• Day 3-4 North West Spitsbergen National Park
  The North West Corner of Spitsbergen is dotted with beautiful islands, beaches and fjords, not forgetting the majestic shapes which can be found in the drifting ice. Weather permitting, we will land and discover Svalbard's history. You will have the opportunity to see the remains of ancient blubber ovens used to render whale oil.
• Day 5-7 Eastern Svalbard Nature Reserve
  Eastern Svalbard boasts the highest population of polar bears on the archipelago so there is a good chance of spotting one of these wonderful creatures. Journey through the Hinlopen Strait, where thousands of seabirds mate and walrus can be seen diving for clams in the bays before heading towards Edgeøya, the third-largest island in the Svalbard archipelago.
• Day 8 South Spitsbergen National Park
  Cruise toward the southernmost tip of Spitsbergen to Hornsund which boasts a wonderfully varied landscape and geology.
• Day 9 Isfjord
  Isfjord is the most extensive fjord system in the archipelago. Spend the day exploring this breathtaking fjord including the magnificent U-shaped valleys where you might be lucky enough to spot a Svalbard Reindeer.
• Day 10 Longyearbyen - Oslo (Norway)
  Disembark ship in Longyearbyen and transfer to the airport for your flight to Oslo.

In the Realm of the Polar Bear ItineraryItinerary is subject to change. All planned landings are subject to weather and ice conditions.