Arctic
Svalbard, Greenland & Iceland
Arctic
Arctic
A grand 15-day Arctic expedition sailing from Svalbard to the massive Scoresby Sund fjord system and the Blosseville Coast in Greenland, finishing in Akureyri, Iceland, with epic long hikes and Zodiac cruises.
Duration: 15 days / 14 nights on board.
Starts: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Ends: Akureyri, Iceland
Language: English speaking voyage
The itinerary is a guide only and is subject to change due to weather and ice conditions. Your Captain and Expedition Leader will make the necessary adjustments to ensure the best possible experience.
We would like to inform you that, by direct instruction from Oceanwide Expeditions, a mandatory fuel surcharge of USD 37 / EUR 33 per passenger per night will apply to all departures from 6 January 2027 onwards.
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.
Northern Lights More info about this activity
Debido a la naturaleza del campo magnético terrestre, las auroras solo aparecen en los polos. Por lo general, son visibles por encima de la marca de latitud de 60 ° en el norte y por debajo de la latitud de 60 ° en el sur (estas 'luces del sur' se denominan aurora austral).
Embark on an extraordinary 15-day Arctic voyage connecting the polar bear realm of Svalbard with the remote, glaciated wilderness of East Greenland and Iceland. Setting sail from Longyearbyen through Isfjorden and glacier-filled Raudfjorden, the journey follows the East Greenland Current along the edge of the pack ice. Travelers scan the drifting floes and open waters for seals, migrating cetaceans, and polar bears before reaching the majestic eastern shores of Greenland.
Entering Scoresby Sund, the largest fjord system on Earth, guests encounter grounded icebergs over 100 meters high, the basalt formations of Vikingebugt, and the colorful Inuit settlement of Ittoqqortoormiit. The expedition features epic long tundra hikes among Thule archaeological remains, scenic cruising along the precipitous Blosseville Coast, and explorations of Rømer and Nansen fjords—prime habitat for musk oxen and narwhals—before crossing toward northern Iceland.
Highlights:
In-depth exploration of Scoresby Sund, the world's largest fjord system, surrounded by colossal icebergs.
Encountering High Arctic wildlife including polar bears, musk oxen, narwhals, and seals.
Complimentary long guided hikes across pristine tundra landscapes and historic Thule sites.
Cultural visit to Ittoqqortoormiit, the most isolated Inuit community in East Greenland.
Zodiac cruising past tidewater glacier fronts and basalt columns along the remote Blosseville Coast.
Day 1: Largest town, biggest island
Embarkation in Spitsbergen
Arrive in Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Spitsbergen in the Svalbard archipelago. Explore the historic town, its parish church, and the Svalbard Museum. In the early evening, embark the ship and sail out of Isfjorden, watching for minke whales.
Day 2: Route to Raudfjorden
Glaciers and seabird cliffs in northern Svalbard
Sail to Raudfjorden on the north coast of Spitsbergen, an expansive fjord lined with glaciers and frequented by ringed and bearded seals. The shoreline supports dense seabird colonies, rich Arctic vegetation, and potential polar bear sightings.
Day 3 - 5: Onward to Greenland
Following the East Greenland Current and pack ice
Cruise southwest along the East Greenland Current following the edge of the pack ice. Scan the ice floes and waters for polar bears, seals, whales, and migrating seabirds, aiming for a landing at the entrance of Davy Sound by the end of day five.
Day 6: Sights of the Arctic summer
Glacial valleys and musk oxen herds
Spend the morning in Antarctic Havn, a historic natural harbour flanked by an expansive valley ideal for spotting musk oxen. In the afternoon, ice permitting, land at the head of southern fjords such as the eastern shore of Nathorst Fjord.
Day 7: Arriving at Earth’s largest fjord
Entering Scoresby Sund and giant icebergs
Reach Scoresby Sund, cruising along the glaciated Boons Kyst. Embark on a Zodiac cruise before glacier fronts and visit the basalt columns of Vikingebugt. In the afternoon, cruise past Milne Land among giant icebergs and continue through Bjørneør into Øfjord.
Day 8: Colors of the cape
Zodiac cruising and autumn tundra hues
Enjoy a morning Zodiac cruise near Sorte Ø surrounded by stark blue-and-white icebergs contrasting with dark sediment slopes. In the afternoon, sail through northern Røde Fjord into Harefjord, searching for musk oxen and autumnal foliage.
Day 9: Enormous bergs, Arctic hares
Long tundra hike and Thule archaeological ruins
Cruise among colossal grounded icebergs measuring over 100 meters high. Land near Sydkap for views over Hall Bredning and opportunities to spot Arctic hares. Embark on a 12-kilometer hike to Nordøstbugt and Satakajik to view whale bones and historic Thule summer houses.
Day 10: Settlement at Scoresbysund
Liverpool Land and Ittoqqortoormiit village
Make a tundra landing on Liverpool Land in Hurry Inlet. In the afternoon, visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the main settlement in Scoresbysund home to about 500 inhabitants. Tour the village to observe sled dogs and traditional seal pelts before cruising south along the Blosseville Coast.
Day 11: Stewart Ø and Römer Fjord
Inuit hunting grounds and coastal hot springs
Land at Stewart Ø, a historic Inuit hunting station known for Thule ruins and wildlife including polar bears and narwhals. Sail deep inland through ice-free Rømer Fjord, looking for narwhals and viewing hot springs along the western shore.
Day 12: Nansen Fjord
Dramatic glacier fronts and marine life
Navigate Nansen Fjord, celebrated as one of East Greenland’s most scenic waterways. Framed by massive tidewater glaciers, the fjord offers excellent shore landings and frequent sightings of seals and narwhals.
Day 13: De Reste Bugt and d’Aunay Bugt
Historic discoveries along the Blosseville Coast
Cruise into the expansive waters of De Reste Bugt and d’Aunay Bugt, named by French explorers in 1833. Scan the shores and floating ice for polar bears, narwhals, and resting seal species.
Day 14: Sea life under the northern lights
Crossing toward northern Iceland
Spend a day at sea sailing past Northwest Iceland. Watch for cetaceans and seabirds from the observation decks, with opportunities to witness the northern lights on clear autumn evenings.
Day 15: Journey’s end at Akureyri
Disembarkation in northern Iceland
Arrive and disembark in Akureyri. Guests with advance bookings may take a scenic chartered bus transfer across Iceland to Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavik, concluding the Arctic expedition.
Day 1: Largest town, biggest island
Embarkation in Spitsbergen
Arrive in Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Spitsbergen in the Svalbard archipelago. Explore the historic town, its parish church, and the Svalbard Museum. In the early evening, embark the ship and sail out of Isfjorden, watching for minke whales.
Day 2: Route to Raudfjorden
Glaciers and seabird cliffs in northern Svalbard
Sail to Raudfjorden on the north coast of Spitsbergen, an expansive fjord lined with glaciers and frequented by ringed and bearded seals. The shoreline supports dense seabird colonies, rich Arctic vegetation, and potential polar bear sightings.
Day 3 - 5: Onward to Greenland
Following the East Greenland Current and pack ice
Cruise southwest along the East Greenland Current following the edge of the pack ice. Scan the ice floes and waters for polar bears, seals, whales, and migrating seabirds, aiming for a landing at the entrance of Davy Sound by the end of day five.
Day 6: Sights of the Arctic summer
Glacial valleys and musk oxen herds
Spend the morning in Antarctic Havn, a historic natural harbour flanked by an expansive valley ideal for spotting musk oxen. In the afternoon, ice permitting, land at the head of southern fjords such as the eastern shore of Nathorst Fjord.
Day 7: Arriving at Earth’s largest fjord
Entering Scoresby Sund and giant icebergs
Reach Scoresby Sund, cruising along the glaciated Boons Kyst. Embark on a Zodiac cruise before glacier fronts and visit the basalt columns of Vikingebugt. In the afternoon, cruise past Milne Land among giant icebergs and continue through Bjørneør into Øfjord.
Day 8: Colors of the cape
Zodiac cruising and autumn tundra hues
Enjoy a morning Zodiac cruise near Sorte Ø surrounded by stark blue-and-white icebergs contrasting with dark sediment slopes. In the afternoon, sail through northern Røde Fjord into Harefjord, searching for musk oxen and autumnal foliage.
Day 9: Enormous bergs, Arctic hares
Long tundra hike and Thule archaeological ruins
Cruise among colossal grounded icebergs measuring over 100 meters high. Land near Sydkap for views over Hall Bredning and opportunities to spot Arctic hares. Embark on a 12-kilometer hike to Nordøstbugt and Satakajik to view whale bones and historic Thule summer houses.
Day 10: Settlement at Scoresbysund
Liverpool Land and Ittoqqortoormiit village
Make a tundra landing on Liverpool Land in Hurry Inlet. In the afternoon, visit Ittoqqortoormiit, the main settlement in Scoresbysund home to about 500 inhabitants. Tour the village to observe sled dogs and traditional seal pelts before cruising south along the Blosseville Coast.
Day 11: Stewart Ø and Römer Fjord
Inuit hunting grounds and coastal hot springs
Land at Stewart Ø, a historic Inuit hunting station known for Thule ruins and wildlife including polar bears and narwhals. Sail deep inland through ice-free Rømer Fjord, looking for narwhals and viewing hot springs along the western shore.
Day 12: Nansen Fjord
Dramatic glacier fronts and marine life
Navigate Nansen Fjord, celebrated as one of East Greenland’s most scenic waterways. Framed by massive tidewater glaciers, the fjord offers excellent shore landings and frequent sightings of seals and narwhals.
Day 13: De Reste Bugt and d’Aunay Bugt
Historic discoveries along the Blosseville Coast
Cruise into the expansive waters of De Reste Bugt and d’Aunay Bugt, named by French explorers in 1833. Scan the shores and floating ice for polar bears, narwhals, and resting seal species.
Day 14: Sea life under the northern lights
Crossing toward northern Iceland
Spend a day at sea sailing past Northwest Iceland. Watch for cetaceans and seabirds from the observation decks, with opportunities to witness the northern lights on clear autumn evenings.
Day 15: Journey’s end at Akureyri
Disembarkation in northern Iceland
Arrive and disembark in Akureyri. Guests with advance bookings may take a scenic chartered bus transfer across Iceland to Harpa Concert Hall in Reykjavik, concluding the Arctic expedition.
INCLUSIONS
Voyage aboard the indicated vessel as indicated in the itinerary
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.
Complimentary use of waterproof neoprene expedition muck boots and snowshoes.
Transfers and baggage handling between the airport, hotels and ship only for those passengers on a selection of flights (advised by Oceanwide) to and from Longyearbyen.
All miscellaneous service taxes and port charges throughout the programme.
AECO fees and governmental taxes.
Comprehensive pre-departure material.
Complimentary Wi-Fi connectivity. All guests receive 1.5 GB of data usage per day, which resets every 24 hours.
Complimentary Dopper water bottle for use during and after your expedition.
EXCLUSIONS
Any airfare, whether on scheduled or charter flights
Pre- and post- land arrangements.
Transfers to / from the vessel outside Spitsbergen.
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).
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin.
This cabin is suitable for families traveling with children, or passengers who do not require a twin or more luxurious cabin
* 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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