Arctic
Svalbard
Arctic
Arctic
Witness the Arctic awakening after the long winter on an intimate expedition for only 12 passengers. Aboard the comfortable M/S Sjøveien, discover the purity of Svalbard in May, with its snow-capped peaks, crystal-clear light, and unique encounters with polar bear cubs, Arctic foxes, and seals resting on the ice.
Duration: 9 days / 8 nights
Starts: Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Ends: Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen
Language: English and Swedish speaking voyage
The itinerary is for guidance only. The exact route depends entirely on ice conditions, weather, and wildlife sightings.
Includes one initial hotel night in Longyearbyen before embarkation.
Complies with new Svalbard environmental regulations in force since 2025.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Experiencing the arrival of spring in Svalbard in May is a powerful event of extraordinary purity. During this time, the landscape transforms into a world of clear light and glittering ice, where the midnight sun gently bathes the snow-covered peaks. It is a privileged moment for wildlife sightings: polar bear cubs are still small, while Arctic foxes and reindeer retain their thick winter coats. Aboard the intimate M/S Sjøveien, travelers enjoy a deep connection with the wild nature, cruising among glaciers and landing in Zodiac boats to explore an environment that few manage to witness.
The expedition traverses the magnificent fjords of Spitsbergen's west coast, visiting bird sanctuaries like Alkhornet and historic polar exploration sites such as Ny-Ålesund and Danskøya. Each journey is unique and adapts to the movement of the fjord ice, allowing for the observation of seals and walruses resting on frozen platforms. With only 12 passengers, the experience is personalized, quiet, and respectful, minimizing the environmental impact on this fragile Arctic paradise.
Highlights:
Exclusive expedition for 12 passengers with 2 expert guides for total immersion.
Observation of Arctic wildlife in winter coats: bears, foxes, and reindeer.
Navigation through Hornsund and Bellsund among icebergs and glacier fronts.
Visit to Ny-Ålesund, the historic starting point for North Pole expeditions.
Zodiac cruises to get close to colonies of thousands of seabirds.
Hot tub on deck to relax after landings in the snow.
Day 1: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Arrival in the Arctic
Arrival in Longyearbyen and transfer to the hotel. Free time to acclimate to the polar environment before setting sail.
Day 2 - 8: Expedition Cruising
Ice, Fjords, and Wildlife
After exploring Longyearbyen in the morning, embarkation in the afternoon on the M/S Sjøveien. The route will be flexible based on ice and weather, including possible visits to:
Alkhornet: Iconic cliff with thousands of seabirds and Arctic foxes.
Prins Karls Forland: Snow-covered mountain range and home to harbor seals.
Kongsfjorden and Krossfjorden: Visit the scientific village of Ny-Ålesund and cruising in front of the 14th of July Glacier.
Raudfjorden: Area of immense natural beauty dominated by glaciers and bird colonies.
Virgohamna, Danskøya: Historic remains of balloon and airship expeditions to the North Pole.
Bellsund: Tundra walks at Vårsolbukta to observe tens of thousands of little auks.
Hornsund: Majestic fjords where glaciers calve blue ice, a favorite haunt for polar bears.
Day 9: Longyearbyen
Homebound Journey
Disembarkation in Longyearbyen in the morning to start the return journey after an unforgettable experience.
Day 1: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Arrival in the Arctic
Arrival in Longyearbyen and transfer to the hotel. Free time to acclimate to the polar environment before setting sail.
Day 2 - 8: Expedition Cruising
Ice, Fjords, and Wildlife
After exploring Longyearbyen in the morning, embarkation in the afternoon on the M/S Sjøveien. The route will be flexible based on ice and weather, including possible visits to:
Alkhornet: Iconic cliff with thousands of seabirds and Arctic foxes.
Prins Karls Forland: Snow-covered mountain range and home to harbor seals.
Kongsfjorden and Krossfjorden: Visit the scientific village of Ny-Ålesund and cruising in front of the 14th of July Glacier.
Raudfjorden: Area of immense natural beauty dominated by glaciers and bird colonies.
Virgohamna, Danskøya: Historic remains of balloon and airship expeditions to the North Pole.
Bellsund: Tundra walks at Vårsolbukta to observe tens of thousands of little auks.
Hornsund: Majestic fjords where glaciers calve blue ice, a favorite haunt for polar bears.
Day 9: Longyearbyen
Homebound Journey
Disembarkation in Longyearbyen in the morning to start the return journey after an unforgettable experience.
INCLUSIONS
On board M/S Quest
1 night in a hotel in Longyearbyen
7 nights on board M/S Quest
Lunch day 2
Visit to Svalbard Museum day 2
All meals on board
Coffee and tea
An experienced Expedition Leader and knowledgeable guides
Guiding ashore and talks on board
All excursions and activities
Slideshow from the trip
Full carbon offset
On board M/S Sjøveien
1 night in a hotel in Longyearbyen
7 nights on board M/S Sjøveien
Lunch day 2
Visit to Svalbard Museum day 2
All meals on board
Coffee and tea
1 Expedition Leader and 1 guide
Guiding ashore and talks on board
All excursions and activities
Loan of rubber boots
Slideshow from the trip
Full carbon offset
On board M/S Stockholm
1 night in a hotel in Longyearbyen
7 nights on board M/S Stockholm
Lunch day 2
Visit to Svalbard Museum day 2
All meals on board
All beverages on board
1 Expedition Leader and 1 guide
Guiding ashore and talks on board
All excursions and activities
Loan of rubber boots
Slideshow from the trip
Full carbon offset
EXCLUSIONS
On board M/S Quest & Sjøveien
Flight to/from Longyearbyen
Travel and cancellation insurance
Gratuity to the ship’s crew
Personal expenses such as bar and shop charges
On board M/S Stockholm
Flight to/from Longyearbyen
Travel and cancellation insurance
Gratuity to the ship’s crew
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
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
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
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
Cabins on board MS Stockholm have bunk beds and private facilities.
Cabins on board MS Stockholm have bunk beds and private facilities.
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
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
Cabins on board MS Stockholm have bunk beds and private facilities.
Cabins on board MS Stockholm have bunk beds 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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