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Get the ultimate Arctic experience on this amazing 13-day voyage of Svalbard and Greenland onboard Plancius or Hondius, experiencing not only the solar eclipse but also getting the option for long hikes far from the landing sites. This route takes you through some of the best areas for viewing polar bears, Arctic foxes, various seals, and even more species of whale. 

Highlights

  • Witness the solar eclipse
  • Sail the large east Greenland fjord system, Kaiser Franz Joseph Fjord
  • Spot Arctic wildlife such as polar bears, musk ox and minke whales
  • Learn about ancient Thule culture in Sydkap
  • Visit the charming town of Ittoqqortoormiit

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Itinerary

Day 1 : Longyearbyen

You touch down in Longyearbyen, the administrative center of Spitsbergen, the largest island of the Svalbard archipelago. Enjoy strolling around this former mining town, whose parish church and Svalbard Museum make for fascinating attractions. Though the countryside appears stark, more than a hundred species of plant have been recorded in it. In the early evening the ship sails out of Isfjorden, where we might spot the first minke whale of your voyage.

Day 2 : Sabine observatory and Raudfjorden
Days 3 to 4 : Onward to East Greenland
Day 5 : Tundra, mountains, and icebergs
Day 6 : Islands of Antarctic Sound
Day 7 : Alpefjord lofty peaks
Day 8 : Antarctic Havn
Day 9 : Largest fjord in the world
Day 10 : Total Solar Eclipse
Day 11 : Enormous bergs, Arctic hares
Day 12 : Settlement at Scoresby Sund
Day 13 : Sea life on the way to Iceland
Day 14 : Akureyri

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ABOUT US


We'll compare a huge selection of expedition ships, cruises and operators to find your perfect cruise.

Our prices are amongst the best you'll find, plus look out for Polar Routes exclusive offers!

As supporters of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, booking with us helps support the work of the trust within Antarctica.

All our holidays are ATOL protected (11104), for your complete peace of mind.


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Why book with Polar Routes?

CHOICE
  • We can compare a huge selection of expedition ships, cruises and operators.
  • From former Russian research vessels to larger and luxurious ships - there is an expedition cruise to suit you. 
  • Our Polar Specialists will help you choose the perfect expedition cruise for your requirements.
SPECIALISTS
  • We are the expedition cruise specialists and know all the polar destinations inside out.
  • Our expert team of Polar Specialists have extensive knowledge of all the expedition ships & operators.
  • All of our Polar Specialists have first-hand experience of expedition cruising to the polar regions.
VALUE
  • Our prices are amongst the best you'll find, plus look out for Polar Routes exclusive offers!
  • All our holidays are ATOL protected (11104), for your complete peace of mind.
  • As supporters of the UK Antarctic Heritage Trust, booking with us helps support the work of the trust within Antarctica.