The Polar Travel Company

Discover the magic of the Arctic autumn on an intimate 12-day expedition for only 12 passengers. As the tundra turns into warm hues and the midnight sun gives way to golden sunsets, explore spectacular fjords and ancient glaciers aboard the historic M/S Stockholm, in search of polar bears, walruses, and Arctic foxes.

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Duration: 12 days / 11 nights
Starts: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Ends: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Language: English and Swedish speaking voyage

Maximum 12 passengers with 2 experienced guides.
Sailing aboard M/S Stockholm, a classic expedition ship built in 1953 that has operated in Svalbard since 1998.
The itinerary is for guidance only. The exact route depends entirely on ice conditions, weather, and wildlife sightings.
Includes an initial hotel night in Longyearbyen before embarkation and 10 nights on board.
Strictly complies with the Svalbard environmental regulations in force since 2025.

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The arrival of autumn in Svalbard transforms the archipelago into a setting of unparalleled serenity and light. The tundra is painted in ochre and reddish tones, while the sun sinks lower on the horizon, creating a soft, golden atmosphere ideal for photography enthusiasts. It is a period of transition where the archipelago prepares for the long polar night, offering magnificent sunsets that replace the midnight sun. Aboard the classic M/S Stockholm, this intimate expedition allows you to delve into fairy-tale landscapes, cruising among shimmering glaciers and deep fjords with a flexibility that only a small ship can provide.

During the 12-day voyage, explorers will have the opportunity to observe walrus colonies, curious Arctic foxes, and the majestic polar bear in its natural habitat. The journey ranges from the scientific and historical sites of the northwest, such as Ny-�lesund and Dansk�ya, to the remote landscapes of the east in Nordaustlandet, where the giant Br�svellbreen glacier stretches across the horizon. With daily Zodiac landings and hikes across the vast tundra, this experience guarantees a deep and personal connection with one of the world's most fascinating white wildernesses.

Highlights:
Intimate 12-passenger expedition on a classic vessel with great historical character.
Golden light conditions and spectacular sunsets, ideal for photography.
Chance to see the immense 200 km Br�svellbreen ice front.
Sightings of iconic wildlife: polar bears, walruses, reindeer, and Arctic foxes.
Visit to historic research stations such as Kinnvika and Ny-�lesund.
Navigation through the Hinlopen Strait and the majestic fjords of Hornsund.

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Day 1: Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Arrival in the Arctic
Arrival in Longyearbyen and transfer to the hotel for the first night. Free time to enjoy the settlement's atmosphere before the expedition begins.

Day 2 - 11: Expedition Cruising
Among Glaciers and Golden Light
After exploring Longyearbyen and having lunch with the guides, embarkation in the afternoon on the M/S Stockholm. The route will be adapted daily based on ice and wildlife, including possible visits to:

Northwest Spitsbergen: Visit to Ny-�lesund (scientific settlement) and Dansk�ya, a historic site for polar balloon and airship expeditions.
Magnificent Fjords: Cruising Liefdefjorden in front of the Monaco Glacier and exploring the landscapes of Krossfjorden.
Hinlopen: Navigating the strait between Spitsbergen and Nordaustlandet, visiting the historic Kinnvika research station.
Eastern Svalbard: Tundra landscapes on Barents�ya and Edge�ya, and the immense Br�svellbreen glacier front.
Southwest Spitsbergen: The imposing fjords of Hornsund with peaks reaching up to 1,431 meters in height.

Day 12: Longyearbyen
End of the Autumn Adventure
Early morning disembarkation and transfer to start the homebound journey.