Itinerary

Day 1: Arrive in Oslo
Arrive at Oslo Gardermoen Airport. Welcome by your guide and transfer by foot to your hotel. Dinner under own arrangement Overnight at the Radisson BLU Airport hotel or similar.

Day 2: Flight to the Svalbard Archipelago
Discover Longyearbyen Breakfast at the Hotel. This morning transfer to the Oslo-Gardermoen airport and fly to Longyearbyen, the polar city. You will find yourself in the heart of the Arctic Landscapes of the Svalbard archipelago, the Kingdom of the Polar Bear. This is an incredible wilderness that is accompanied by exceptional wildlife. Transfer by bus then check-in to your hotel. Lunch under own arrangement Time to discover Longyearbyen, the main town of the archipelago, through a 2-hour tour with a local guide. During this tour will learn all about the city’s history through the ages up until this modern day. You will visit the city’s landmarks of Longyear Valley to the Hotellneset Peninsula, pass through the quaint picturesque streets, the Adventalen Valley and Mine 7. These arctic landscapes will give you the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture like never before and imagine what it is like to live in this polar city. Overnight and dinner at the Radisson Blu Polar Hotel or similar.

Day 3: Spitsbergen
Excursion into the heart of Svalbard’s landscapes Breakfast at the hotel. Depart on a 5-hour snowmobile safari to Elveneset (70 km, 2.5 – 3 hours of driving approx.). This safari route takes you through the untouched Arctic landscapes of Svalbard. It is an unforgettable wilderness experience of a comfortable duration, which allows you to get up close and personal with the majestic landscapes. With luck, you'll encounter local wildlife, such as Svalbard reindeer and perhaps an arctic fox. A light snack will be served to you during the excursion. (Driving license required). Lunch under own arrangement Tonight, a unique experience discovering the wild nature at 78 degrees North! You will take the road towards the Advent Valley to Camp Barentz, at the foot of Breinosa Mountain. Far from the city, it is a privileged place to make the most of the exceptional landscapes of Svalbard. During the evening, your host will welcome you around a cozy campfire to enjoy reindeer stew. A typical Svalbard meal! After dinner you will experience an engaging conversation during which you will learn more about the polar bear, the King of the Arctic. Before your return to civilization, don't forget to marvel at the desert landscape before you. Overnight and dinner at the Radisson Blu Polar Hotel or similar.

Day 4: Spitsbergen
Expedition to encounter glaciers and local fauna Breakfast at the hotel. This morning, begin by exploring incredible ice caves with a Snowcat You will travel by snowcat, which will take you to the “Longyear Glacier”, located just south of the city. As you descend into the ice cave, a frozen world appears around you. There you can see the remains of 1000year-old frozen plants, encased in ice, surrounded by fantastic glacial formations, narrow passages and large caverns. You will be equipped with a powerful headlamp, which illuminates the ice in the narrow passage. Hidden from most people, the Ice Cave shows a world of frozen wonder, while providing an insight into Svalbard's climatic history. Lunch under own arrangement OPTION: Sled dogs in Bolterdalen Driving a dog sled in this season is a magical experience. The chalky white Bolterdalen Mountains are illuminated by the sun and as the dogs pull you towards Bolterdalen you experience the unique and beautiful landscapes from all sides. Your guide will pick you up from the hotel and take you to the dog park located about 10 kilometers outside of town. Here the dogs are impatiently waiting to go out for a walk. You can borrow thermal suits, boots and mittens before helping the guide harness and prepare the dogs. When the dogs set off, there is total silence. The dogs are entirely focused on the task of moving the sled, allowing you to concentrate on observing the fantastic nature around you.
Overnight and dinner at Radisson Blu Hotel in Longyearbyen.

Day 5: Spitsbergen- OSLO Breakfast at the hotel. Option: Exciting discovery of a coal mine. Immerse yourself in the history of the archipelago, the miners and their life in the mountains. Mining history is important to the existence of Longyearbyen as this town would not exist without coal mines. You will have the opportunity to discover mine 3, active from 1971 to 1996. It is an authentic mine, where everything has been almost left as it was since closure. So the second you enter the building, the walls are full of history and you feel as if you are travelling back in time. You will experience the life of a miner during a guided tour of approximately 3 hours. You will receive a miner's suit, headlamp and helmet before starting your tour. Lunch under own arrangement In the afternoon, transfer and board your return flight to Oslo. After 3 hours of flight, arrival in Oslo Gardermoen and transfer to your hotel. Dinner under own arrangement Overnight at the Radisson BLU Airport hotel or similar.

Day 6: Departure from Oslo
Breakfast at the hotel.
Transfer and assistance for Oslo Gardermoen airport.

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Hotels or similar
• The Region of Oslo: Radisson BLU Airport or similar (2 night)
• Spitsbergen: Radisson Blu Polar (3 nights)

In the heart of Longyearbyen, with the iconic Hiort Mountain as a backdrop, this hotel offers a perfect blend of nature and the 'arctic urban pulse'.
The entrance hall, both modern and comfortable, has plenty of space for socializing and relaxing with a good book. You can also enjoy the sauna and jacuzzi.
The hotel's Nansen Restaurant offers a menu inspired by Nordic flavors. You will find deliciously composed meat dishes, Arctic fish and tasty small dishes. You can expect an exceptional dining experience while enjoying the views of the beautiful Adventfjord and Hiorthfjellet.
The hotel also has its own pub, the Barentz Gastropub. This is a popular spot with locals and visitors alike. Here you will find delicious pizzas, burgers and other dishes that will warm you up after a long day.

Optional
Dog Sledding in Boldterdalen (duration 4 hours): 313 euros per person
Supplement for 1 driver per snowmobile: 100 euros per person
Exciting discovery of a coal mine (duration 3 hours): 145 euros per person
Limited space and pre-reservation required.

Mandatory Oslo Gardermoen Airport
For arrivals, the hotel is located in the Gardermoen airport terminal, facilitating the transfer which is carried out on foot.

For departures
*Transfers and assistance are provided for flights from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.
Outside of these hours:
No airport assistance Pre-order voucher for shuttle transfer, free of charge.
They will be sent to you by email before departure
Please note that an earlier/later transfer will be at the customer's expense.
For very early departures (before 7 a.m.), some hotels are not able to serve breakfast.

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