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Views across Svalbard

Spitsbergen circumnavigation: 12-night cruise

14 days from 拢14,350辫辫

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Tour highlights

  • Spend time on deck searching for the elusive polar bear, walrus and surfacing whales.

  • Marvel at icebergs carved into hypnotic shapes by the wind and water.

  • Look for Arctic foxes on the prowl at the bottom of cliff nesting colonies.

  • Walk across barren landscape while learning the history of whalers and trappers who sheltered there.

Price includes:

  • Scheduled international flights
  • In-destination transfers
  • Activities and excursions as detailed
  • All accommodation
  • 24-hour support while you travel
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Itinerary idea in detail

Includes international flights from a choice of UK airports, including London, Birmingham, Manchester, Newcastle, Edinburgh and Glasgow.

  • Today you begin your journey by boarding your international outbound flight to Helsinki. After you arrive in Helsinki, you'll be transferred to your hotel for the night. Spend the evening at leisure exploring the city.

    Stay at Hotel St. George   
  • Your cruise group will transfer to the airport in Helsinki for your charter flight to Longyearbyen. On arrival, you'll be brought to the cruise terminal where you'll board your ship and settle in. Keep your eyes open for potential whale sightings! The following descriptions give some idea of what you will see and do along the way, but bear in mind that all plans are subject to change by the captain and expedition leader, depending on conditions at the time.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • As your cruise begins to explore north along the west of Spitsbergen, enjoy the scenic fjords and glaciers which line the coast.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • Continue north along the coast past historic old whaling stations and outposts dating back to the 16th century.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • As you progress further north in Svalbard, you'll find sea ice begins to form. Make sure to spend some time on the deck for potential bear sightings.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • As you start toward some of the furthest northerly points on the cruise, ice and weather conditions will dictate whether you can progress further into the ice cap.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • The schedule is to circumnavigate Spitsbergen itself, but if you're lucky and the sea and weather conditions allow, the captain will make a full circumnavigation of the northern Svalbard islands, including Phippsoya and Kvitoya.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • If conditions do not allow the most northerly limits, you'll likely cross through the Hinlopen Strait and the cliffs of Alkefjellet.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • The cruise will turn in a southerly direction as you begin to navigate the eastern coast of Spitsbergen.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • As the scenery turns back into expansive glaciers, your Expedition Leader will keep you on the lookout for potential walrus hideouts.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • As the land becomes a bit more accessible, you may be able to stretch your legs on a walk while taking in the Arctic tundra and potentially spot an Arctic fox or reindeer.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • Stop at one of the many towering bird cliffs on the Svalbard coast where you may see little auks, kittiwakes or possibly the colourful Atlantic puffin.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • Cross the southern coast of Spitsbergen as you begin your return leg to Longyearbyen. This area is often frequented by species of whale, including humpback, fin and minke.

    On board ship, Quark Expeditions 'Spitsbergen Circumnavigation'   
  • As you arrive back at the pier in Longyearbyen, your cruise will come to an end. After saying goodbye, you'll be transferred to the airport for your charter flight back to Helsinki and onward flight home. Your return flight will arrive the same day.

Accommodation options

While the itinerary price reflects the suggested accommodation, Audley trips are 100% tailor-made, and a specialist can help you select the option best suited to your tastes and budget.

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