This incredible Arctic expedition cruise offers the most extensive exploration of Spitsbergen, with the opportunity to witness iconic Arctic wildlife including walrus, reindeer and polar bears
Spend an unforgettable twelve days exploring the rugged Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard on this thrilling expedition voyage.
Keep an eye out for walrus, reindeer and polar bears, enjoy a glimpse into 16th-century maritime culture at secluded landing sites, and take 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.
Q117 Operated by Quark Expeditions
Cruise Includes
- Includes
- 12-night full board cruise
- Wine and beer with dinner during the cruise
- Soft drinks during bar opening hours during the cruise
- Complimentary coffee, tea and water at all times during the cruise
- Zodiac landings and shore landings, walks and hikes
- Lectures by the Expedition Team
- Quark Parka to keep
- Loan of waterproof knee-high boots
- Port charges and taxes
- Excludes
- International flights – we can arrange these for you
- Overseas transfers
- Optional excursions such as paddling and kayaking
- Gratuities
- Transfer package - we recommend you take Quark's transfer package including return flight flights between Oslo and Longyearbyen and a hotel stay in Oslo. From just £700pp
- Extensions
- We recommend you take Quark's transfer package from $995 USD which includes:
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Charter flights between Oslo and Longyearbyen
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Pre-cruise stay in Oslo with breakfast
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Transfers between the airport and pier
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Dates and Prices
Price Information
Please note dates shown are based on cruise departure date. An optional travel package with pre-cruise hotel is available from $995 USD
Please note prices are updated regularly from a third party price feed and may fluctuate from those shown. Please contact us for latest prices
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