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Start your North Spitsbergen cruise with a trek around historic Longyearbyen, then join an 8-day Oceanwide expedition to the north of the island to take in the fantastically beautiful landscapes, the thousands of seabirds, and of course the star of the show, the polar bear.

Board your ship for a round-trip from Longyearbyen. This is Oceanwide's newest, and most advanced Polar Class 6 cruise ship, exceeding all the latest green requirements of the Polar Code. 

Highlights

  • The best opportunity to spot the King of the Arctic
  • Cruise towards pack ice in the north of Spitsbergen
  • Discover the marine-rich waters keeping watch for wildlife

Secure your space today by calling one of our Travel Specialists on 0203 196 1000

Itinerary

Day 1: Longyearbyen, Spitsbergen

Welcome to Longyearbyen, considered to be the world’s northernmost town, administrative centre of Spitsbergen and the largest island of the Svalbard archipelago. Enjoy strolling around this former mining town, where there the parish church and Svalbard Museum make for fascinating attractions. The countryside may appear stark, but over a hundred species of plant have been recorded here. In the early evening, your ship will sail out of Isfjorden, where you might spot your first minke whale of the voyage.  

Day 2: At sea
Day 3: Ytre Norskøya
Day 4: The Monaco Glacier
Days 5 & 6: Northwest of Raudfjord
Day 7: Forlandsundet, St. Johns Fjord, or Alkhornet
Day 8: Longyearbyen

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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.