Arctic
Svalbard
Arctic
Arctic
Join us on this once-in-a-lifetime journey, an expedition where you’ll connect deeply with the unspoiled beauty of Svalbard and Greenland and witness one of nature’s most powerful displays – the solar eclipse.
Duration: 16 days
Starts: Longyearbyen, Spistbergen
Ends: Isafjordur, Iceland
Language: English/swedish speaking voyage
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.
Discover the breathtaking beauty of Northeast Greenland, a region shaped by soaring glaciers, stunning icebergs, and a landscape that remains inaccessible for most of the year. In late summer, when the tundra is shifting in autumn hues, we have a chance to explore this remote natural wonderland. This extraordinary expedition, perfectly timed for the total solar eclipse on August 12, 2026, offers an unparalleled opportunity to witness this celestial event. For over two awe-inspiring minutes, the sky darkens as the moon aligns directly between the Earth and the sun, casting Greenland’s dramatic coastline into an unforgettable twilight.
Our journey begins in Svalbard, where we set sail aboard the 50-passenger expedition ship, M/S Quest. Here, we’ll explore the spectacular fjords of West Spitsbergen, with towering mountains and immense glacier fronts as our backdrop and keep an eye out for Arctic wildlife. We then chart a course across the Greenland Sea, scanning the waters for whales and navigating along the mesmerizing pack ice boarder that marks the gateway to Northeast Greenland.
Day 1: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
We arrive to the charming settlement Longyearbyen where we spend a night in hotel.
Day 2-4: Northwest Spitsbergen
We board M/S Quest in the afternoon venture into some of western Svalbard’s most impressive fjords, where massive glaciers spill into the sea. As we navigate these serene waters, we’ll keep a lookout for Arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus, foxes and seabirds.
Day 5-6: Greenland Sea
Sailing southwest towards Greenland, we’ll scan for whales and enjoy insightful talks from our guides. Encountering the edge of the pack ice is a thrilling experience, offering dramatic views of Greenland’s icy frontier.
Day 7-13: Northeast Greenland
As we reach the wild coastline of Northeast Greenland, we enter a world entirely dependent on ice and weather. We aim to make daily Zodiac trips or landings at some of the region's many remarkable sites:
On Clavering Island is an authentic hunter’s hut, offering insight into the challenging lives of Arctic hunters. The tundra is home to the mighty musk ox, one of the few places in the world where you might encounter these impressive, woolly herbivores weighing up to 400 kilos.
In Kejser Franz Josef Fjord and Kong Oscar Fjord, the solitude is profound, framed by imposing mountains and an otherworldly silence, with only a few scientists and Danish Sirius Patrol personnel nearby in remote Daneborg.
Blomsterbugten, “the Bay of Flowers,” and Ella Ø a paradise for hikers, surrounded by rugged cliffs, ice-choked waters, and striking icebergs, the bay reveals purple- and gold-streaked rock formations unique to the Arctic.
We delve deeper into the stunning Kong Oscar Fjord, seeking the perfect vantage point to witness one of nature’s most extraordinary phenomena—the total solar eclipse. This awe-inspiring event will begin at 3:34 PM and grace the skies for 2 minutes and 17 seconds of totality. Including the partial phases, the entire eclipse experience will span around two unforgettable hours.
This particular eclipse is a rare opportunity, as total solar eclipses in the Polar Regions are uncommon. It’s a thrilling feeling be among the few to experience the surreal combination of the Arctic’s dramatic landscapes and the fleeting magic of totality.
Scoresbysund, the world’s largest fjord system, showcases Greenland in a spectacular way, with peaks rising 2000 meters from the sea, beutiful scenery, and historical remnants of the Thule culture. In Ittoqqortoormiit, a remote settlement with approximately 350 inhabitants, we gain a glimpse into life 300 miles north of the Arctic Circle.
Day 14-15: Denmark Strait and Isafjordur
After an unforgettable exploration of Northeast Greenland, we cross the Denmark Strait to Iceland.
Day 16: Isafjordur
We disembark in Isafjordur in the morning, concluding our expedition and beginning our journey home or continuing on further adventures.
Please note: The above locations are examples of places we may visit. Our exact route will depend entirely on weather, ice conditions, wildlife and government regulations. The eclipse experience may also be affected by cloud cover and bad weather.
Important!
To ensure responsible tourism and protection of the environment, new regulations come into force in Svalbard on 1 January 2025.
Day 1: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
We arrive to the charming settlement Longyearbyen where we spend a night in hotel.
Day 2-4: Northwest Spitsbergen
We board M/S Quest in the afternoon venture into some of western Svalbard’s most impressive fjords, where massive glaciers spill into the sea. As we navigate these serene waters, we’ll keep a lookout for Arctic wildlife, such as polar bears, walrus, foxes and seabirds.
Day 5-6: Greenland Sea
Sailing southwest towards Greenland, we’ll scan for whales and enjoy insightful talks from our guides. Encountering the edge of the pack ice is a thrilling experience, offering dramatic views of Greenland’s icy frontier.
Day 7-13: Northeast Greenland
As we reach the wild coastline of Northeast Greenland, we enter a world entirely dependent on ice and weather. We aim to make daily Zodiac trips or landings at some of the region's many remarkable sites:
On Clavering Island is an authentic hunter’s hut, offering insight into the challenging lives of Arctic hunters. The tundra is home to the mighty musk ox, one of the few places in the world where you might encounter these impressive, woolly herbivores weighing up to 400 kilos.
In Kejser Franz Josef Fjord and Kong Oscar Fjord, the solitude is profound, framed by imposing mountains and an otherworldly silence, with only a few scientists and Danish Sirius Patrol personnel nearby in remote Daneborg.
Blomsterbugten, “the Bay of Flowers,” and Ella Ø a paradise for hikers, surrounded by rugged cliffs, ice-choked waters, and striking icebergs, the bay reveals purple- and gold-streaked rock formations unique to the Arctic.
We delve deeper into the stunning Kong Oscar Fjord, seeking the perfect vantage point to witness one of nature’s most extraordinary phenomena—the total solar eclipse. This awe-inspiring event will begin at 3:34 PM and grace the skies for 2 minutes and 17 seconds of totality. Including the partial phases, the entire eclipse experience will span around two unforgettable hours.
This particular eclipse is a rare opportunity, as total solar eclipses in the Polar Regions are uncommon. It’s a thrilling feeling be among the few to experience the surreal combination of the Arctic’s dramatic landscapes and the fleeting magic of totality.
Scoresbysund, the world’s largest fjord system, showcases Greenland in a spectacular way, with peaks rising 2000 meters from the sea, beutiful scenery, and historical remnants of the Thule culture. In Ittoqqortoormiit, a remote settlement with approximately 350 inhabitants, we gain a glimpse into life 300 miles north of the Arctic Circle.
Day 14-15: Denmark Strait and Isafjordur
After an unforgettable exploration of Northeast Greenland, we cross the Denmark Strait to Iceland.
Day 16: Isafjordur
We disembark in Isafjordur in the morning, concluding our expedition and beginning our journey home or continuing on further adventures.
Please note: The above locations are examples of places we may visit. Our exact route will depend entirely on weather, ice conditions, wildlife and government regulations. The eclipse experience may also be affected by cloud cover and bad weather.
Important!
To ensure responsible tourism and protection of the environment, new regulations come into force in Svalbard on 1 January 2025.
INCLUSIONS
• 1 hotel night in Longyerabyen
• 14 nights on board M/S Quest
• Lunch day 2
• All meals on board
• Coffee and tea on board
• 1 Expedition Leader and 4 guides
• Guiding ashore and talks on board
• All excursions and activities
• All permits, passenger taxes and harbour fees
EXCLUSIONS
• International flights to Svalbard and from Iceland
• Travel and cancellation insurance
• Gratuity to the ship’s crew
• Personal expenses such as bar charges
Triple Cabin with private facilities
Twin Cabn with private facilites
Twin Cabin with private facilities
Twin Cabin with private facilities
Cabin with double bed and private facilities
Superior cabin with doubke bed and private facilities
King size bed and private facilities
* 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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