Arctic
Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland
Arctic
Arctic
An epic 19-day odyssey from Iceland to Greenland's fjords, across the Norwegian Sea to Spitsbergen and Bear Island, with breathtaking landscapes, mountains, glaciers and wildlife.
Duration: 19 days / 18 nights
Starts: Akureyri, Iceland
Ends: Tromsø, Norway
Language: English speaking voyage. Some outings have bilingual assistance in German
This itinerary is a guide only and may vary depending on ice, weather, and wildlife conditions. Transfers from Reykjavík to Akureyri by chartered bus are available but must be booked and paid for in advance.
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Snow Shoeing More info about this activity
This popular alpine activity is easy to learn. No experience is necessary – all you need is a willingness to try. All training is provided and our team of guides will have you trained and ready to go in no more than half an hour.
Participants should be confident in their footing and have an average level of fitness – outings may be up to three hours in duration. Those who enjoy hiking trails or taking long walks at home will possess enough fitness to enjoy this activity. As with any other activity, you will get more enjoyment out of it with some preparation in advance, such as long walks with uphill sections or bike riding.
In Antarctica, the longest hike can be 2-3 hours long, while in the Arctic it can be a full day tour.
Communities More info about this activity
The experience is not only about nature, but about the people who live in the places we visit.
We are always welcomed by the locals and respectfully wander around their towns and villages, shareing their lifestyle for a few moments.
Cultural shows and folcloric dances and arts are part of the hightlights of this encounters.
Hiking More info about this activity
Hiking options include very easy beach hikes (good for photographers who need time for photography), easier short hikes, medium-difficulty extended hikes, and more challenging long hikes.
Embark on an epic 19-day journey from the port of Akureyri, Iceland, into the mazy fjords of Greenland and the beautiful world of the pack ice as you head north. This combination cruise then takes you through the Svalbard Archipelago, exploring glaciers, mountains, and tundra, before crossing the Norwegian Sea and stopping at Bear Island en route to Tromsø. The voyage is an ideal way to discover the drama and beauty of life across the Arctic Ocean, immersing you in vast and diverse landscapes.
The expedition is a masterclass in polar exploration, taking you to some of the most remote and historic sites in the Arctic. You’ll sail past colossal icebergs, hike through ancient sedimentary formations, and visit a Thule culture site. You will also have a chance to explore a former mining town in Spitsbergen. Throughout the voyage, you will be on the lookout for iconic wildlife such as whales, seals, musk oxen, and polar bears, offering unparalleled photographic opportunities and a unique, educational experience.
Highlights:
Chart an epic course from Iceland to the mazy fjords of Greenland and the pack ice.
Explore the glaciers, mountains, and tundra of the Svalbard Archipelago.
Visit the isolated Bear Island, an excellent place for cliff-face viewing.
Encounter colossal icebergs, seabird colonies, and wildlife like musk oxen and polar bears.
Discover historical sites of early polar expeditions and Thule culture remains.
Day 1: On the Iceland road
Journey from Reykjavik and embarkation in Akureyri
Your journey begins with a chartered bus transfer from Reykjavík to Akureyri (optional and must be booked in advance). In the early evening, the ship departs from Akureyri, where you may see whales at the mouth of the fjord. At night, you will cross the Arctic Circle.
Day 2: Sailing to East Greenland
Approaching the first icebergs
While sailing north, you'll likely see seabirds and possibly whales. By evening, the first icebergs will flash into sight as you approach the east Greenland coast near Kap Brewster.
Day 3: Arriving at Earth’s largest fjord
Scoresby Sund and Charcot Havn
You will reach Scoresby Sund, sailing along the glaciated Volquart Boons Kyst. You may enjoy a Zodiac cruise past glacier fronts and visit the basalt columns of Vikingebugt. The day may also include a landing at Charcot Havn for a walk to the Charcot Glacier.
Day 4: Enormous icebergs & Arctic hares
Exploring the fjords and Thule summer houses
Encounter colossal icebergs near Sydkap. Take a long walk from Sydkap to Nordøstbugt, seeing whale vertebrae and the remains of Thule summer houses along the shore.
Day 5: Landfall at Ittoqqortoormiit
Meeting the locals of Scoresby Sund
The morning stop is at Ittoqqortoormiit, the only settlement in Scoresby Sund. You can buy stamps at the post office or stroll around to see the sled dogs. In the afternoon, you will sail north into Kong Oscar Fjord.
Day 6: Alpefjord’s lofty peaks
A definitive Greenland adventure
Enter Segelsällskapets Fjord, with the striped slopes of the Berzelius Mountains. A hike on the south shore offers a chance to see musk oxen. Alternatively, the ship may venture into Alpefjord for a Zodiac cruise around Gully Glacier.
Day 7: The islands of Antarctic Sound
Geology and history at Teufelschloss
Pass by the islands of Ruth, Maria, and Ella. Arrive at Teufelschloss (Devil’s Castle), a mountain with impressive layered geology. In the afternoon, you will sail through the majestic Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord and Mackenzie Bugt.
Day 8: Remains of Thule Culture at Eskimonaes
A glimpse into native life
You will hope to land at Eskimonaes on the southern shore of Clavering Ø, a place where a small group of Thule people were met in 1823. The remains of their existence can still be found here.
Day 9: Islands with polar history
Following in the footsteps of early expeditions
Sail by a choice of islands, including Sabine Ø and Bass Rock, where the first polar expeditions set foot on land. Cabins built by the Baldwin-Ziegler Polar Expedition were constructed here.
Day 10: Store Koldewey
High Arctic climate regime
You will arrive at Store Koldewey, an island named by the second German Polar Expedition. You will try to land on historical Kap Alf Trolle or Kap Ahrend. The landscape is lower and more rounded here.
Day 11: Germania Land
Musk oxen and a lonely wolf
Today you could land at Thoms Thomsen Naes or another site in Germania Land, an area with musk oxen and sometimes a lonely wolf. The landing sites depend on ice and weather conditions.
Day 12: Through or around the sea ice
A landscape of constant change
While sailing eastward through the jagged edge of the Northeast Greenland sea ice, you will keep watch for whales, seals, polar bears, and migrating seabirds. This is a landscape of constant change and a real frontier.
Day 13: Approaching Spitsbergen
Walruses and the Gulf Stream
At open sea now, you will sail eastward toward Spitsbergen. If time allows, you may land at the walrus haul-out at Poolepynten.
Day 14: The start of an adventure
Embarkation in Longyearbyen
You will touch down in Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Spitsbergen. In the early evening, the ship sails out of Isfjorden, where you might spot the first minke whale of the voyage.
Day 15: Spectacular Hornsund
Cruising southern Spitsbergen
You will start the day by quietly cruising the side fjords of the spectacular Hornsund area. Here you can enjoy the scenery of towering mountain peaks and 14 magnificent glaciers. There is a chance of encountering seals and polar bears.
Day 16: Isolated Bear Island
Cliff faces and whaling history
Arrive at the southeastern end of Bear Island, an excellent place for viewing the high cliff faces and "Perleporten." The opportunity to land and visit the remains of a whaling station from the previous century should present itself.
Day 17 - 18: Toward Norway, Aurora Borealis
Whale watching and the Northern Lights
Sailing southward, you are likely to see whales in the surrounding sea. When night falls, you have a good chance to see the Aurora Borealis in the skies above.
Day 19: Arrive in Tromsø (Norway)
The gate to the Arctic
Arrive in Tromsø, also known as the gate to the Arctic. Tromsø has been an important town from where Arctic expeditions set out for centuries.
Day 1: On the Iceland road
Journey from Reykjavik and embarkation in Akureyri
Your journey begins with a chartered bus transfer from Reykjavík to Akureyri (optional and must be booked in advance). In the early evening, the ship departs from Akureyri, where you may see whales at the mouth of the fjord. At night, you will cross the Arctic Circle.
Day 2: Sailing to East Greenland
Approaching the first icebergs
While sailing north, you'll likely see seabirds and possibly whales. By evening, the first icebergs will flash into sight as you approach the east Greenland coast near Kap Brewster.
Day 3: Arriving at Earth’s largest fjord
Scoresby Sund and Charcot Havn
You will reach Scoresby Sund, sailing along the glaciated Volquart Boons Kyst. You may enjoy a Zodiac cruise past glacier fronts and visit the basalt columns of Vikingebugt. The day may also include a landing at Charcot Havn for a walk to the Charcot Glacier.
Day 4: Enormous icebergs & Arctic hares
Exploring the fjords and Thule summer houses
Encounter colossal icebergs near Sydkap. Take a long walk from Sydkap to Nordøstbugt, seeing whale vertebrae and the remains of Thule summer houses along the shore.
Day 5: Landfall at Ittoqqortoormiit
Meeting the locals of Scoresby Sund
The morning stop is at Ittoqqortoormiit, the only settlement in Scoresby Sund. You can buy stamps at the post office or stroll around to see the sled dogs. In the afternoon, you will sail north into Kong Oscar Fjord.
Day 6: Alpefjord’s lofty peaks
A definitive Greenland adventure
Enter Segelsällskapets Fjord, with the striped slopes of the Berzelius Mountains. A hike on the south shore offers a chance to see musk oxen. Alternatively, the ship may venture into Alpefjord for a Zodiac cruise around Gully Glacier.
Day 7: The islands of Antarctic Sound
Geology and history at Teufelschloss
Pass by the islands of Ruth, Maria, and Ella. Arrive at Teufelschloss (Devil’s Castle), a mountain with impressive layered geology. In the afternoon, you will sail through the majestic Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord and Mackenzie Bugt.
Day 8: Remains of Thule Culture at Eskimonaes
A glimpse into native life
You will hope to land at Eskimonaes on the southern shore of Clavering Ø, a place where a small group of Thule people were met in 1823. The remains of their existence can still be found here.
Day 9: Islands with polar history
Following in the footsteps of early expeditions
Sail by a choice of islands, including Sabine Ø and Bass Rock, where the first polar expeditions set foot on land. Cabins built by the Baldwin-Ziegler Polar Expedition were constructed here.
Day 10: Store Koldewey
High Arctic climate regime
You will arrive at Store Koldewey, an island named by the second German Polar Expedition. You will try to land on historical Kap Alf Trolle or Kap Ahrend. The landscape is lower and more rounded here.
Day 11: Germania Land
Musk oxen and a lonely wolf
Today you could land at Thoms Thomsen Naes or another site in Germania Land, an area with musk oxen and sometimes a lonely wolf. The landing sites depend on ice and weather conditions.
Day 12: Through or around the sea ice
A landscape of constant change
While sailing eastward through the jagged edge of the Northeast Greenland sea ice, you will keep watch for whales, seals, polar bears, and migrating seabirds. This is a landscape of constant change and a real frontier.
Day 13: Approaching Spitsbergen
Walruses and the Gulf Stream
At open sea now, you will sail eastward toward Spitsbergen. If time allows, you may land at the walrus haul-out at Poolepynten.
Day 14: The start of an adventure
Embarkation in Longyearbyen
You will touch down in Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Spitsbergen. In the early evening, the ship sails out of Isfjorden, where you might spot the first minke whale of the voyage.
Day 15: Spectacular Hornsund
Cruising southern Spitsbergen
You will start the day by quietly cruising the side fjords of the spectacular Hornsund area. Here you can enjoy the scenery of towering mountain peaks and 14 magnificent glaciers. There is a chance of encountering seals and polar bears.
Day 16: Isolated Bear Island
Cliff faces and whaling history
Arrive at the southeastern end of Bear Island, an excellent place for viewing the high cliff faces and "Perleporten." The opportunity to land and visit the remains of a whaling station from the previous century should present itself.
Day 17 - 18: Toward Norway, Aurora Borealis
Whale watching and the Northern Lights
Sailing southward, you are likely to see whales in the surrounding sea. When night falls, you have a good chance to see the Aurora Borealis in the skies above.
Day 19: Arrive in Tromsø (Norway)
The gate to the Arctic
Arrive in Tromsø, also known as the gate to the Arctic. Tromsø has been an important town from where Arctic expeditions set out for centuries.
INCLUSIONS
All meals throughout the voyage aboard the ship including snacks, coffee and tea.
All shore excursions and activities throughout the voyage by Zodiac.
Program of lectures by noted naturalists and leadership by experienced expedition staff.
Free use of rubber boots and snowshoes.
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
AECO fees and governmental taxes.
Transfers and baggage handling (T) between the meeting point in Reykjavik (Harpa) and the ship in Akureyri, if booked and paid for in advance.
EXCLUSIONS
Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights.
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Passport and visa expenses.
Government arrival and departure taxes.
Meals ashore.
Baggage, cancellation and personal insurance (which is strongly recommended).
Excess baggage charges and all items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar, beverage charges and telecommunication charges.
The customary gratuity at the end of the voyages for stewards and other service personnel aboard (guidelines will be provided).
Anything not mentioned in the inclusions.
Cabin size 12 m²
1 porthole
2 upper & lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Ample storage space
Safe deposit box
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
1 porthole
1 upper berth & 2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone and Internet connection
Hair dryer
Ample storage space
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
Cabin size 12 m²
1 porthole
2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Safe deposit box
Ample storage space
Cabin size between 12,5 m² and 13,5 m²
1 window
2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Safe deposit box
Ample storage space
Cabin size 13,5 m²
2 windows
2 lower berths
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Hair dryer
Ample storage space
Safe deposit box
These cabins are corner cabins and are slightly more spacious than the normal twin porthole/window cabins
Cabin size between 21 m² and 23 m²
2 windows
1 double bed
1 sofa bed
Private shower & toilet
Desk & chair
Flatscreen TV
Telephone & WiFi (supplemented)
Refrigerator
Coffee & tea maker
Hair dryer
Safe deposit box
Ample storage space
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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